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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-03-25 Board of Health Minutes BOARD OF HEALTH MINUTES MARCH 25, 1993 Dr. Rizza called the meeting to order at 7 : 15 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Francis P. MacMillan, M.D. , Chairman, John S . Rizza, D.M.D. , Member, Gayton Osgood, Member, Bob Leyland, Intern, and Sandra Starr, Health Agent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - 2/18/93: On a motion by Mr. Osgood, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of 2. 18/93 as written. 7:15 P.M. JUDY KILCOYNE. 64 COLGATE DRIVE, NORTH ANDOVER- REQUEST FOR A MASSAGE THERAPIST INDIVIDUAL LICENSE: Judith Kilcoyne was present requesting an individual license for a massage therapist. Mrs. Starr stated that she went over her credentials and seems to meet all the qualifications. Ms. Kilcoyne had a normal exam and a normal chest x-ray. Mr. Osgood stated that practicing massage can not be done in her own home. Ms. Kilcoyne stated that she wants to get her license to work in an establishment, get some experience, and build-up a clientele. On a motion by Mr. Osgood, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board voted unanimously to approve an Individual Massage Therapist License subject to working for an establishment. 7:30 P.M. - BOB LEYLAND - PROPOSED REGULATIONS - WATERSHED PROJECT AND LOU WAGNER - TITLE V UPDATE: A general discussion ensued in reference to the Proposed Regulations - Watershed Project. Mr. Leyland presented to the Board a few concerns on the proposed regulations. One being the wording on how the Board wants to direct the responsibility. Dr. MacMillan stated that he believes the homeowner is the ultimate responsible person. Mr. Osgood stated that the pumper will notify the Board that the homeowner is not in compliance. Mr. Leyland stated that a mailing will go out to the homeowner stating what will be required of them and, in addition, the pumpers will be notified and a map of the watershed will be mail out. Mr. Osgood suggested to be very careful on the wording to homeowners and furthermore, we need to inform them that not only are we doing this to protect the watershed, but we're doing it to help them too. He also stated that it is very important too put in the letter something stating, "if the homeowner does not think this is right, or if they don't think they're in the watershed, or if they have a questions, please notify the Board of Health. " Page 2 Minutes: March 25, 1993 On a motion by Mr. Osgood, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board voted unanimously to approve the proposed regulation as written and the next step is to work out other details, i.e. forms, public hearings. Title V Update - Lou Wagner: Mr. Lou Wagner, Water Pollution Specialist, from Massachusetts Audubon Society was present to discuss the upcoming changes in Title V. A lengthy discussion ensued in reference to the following changes: Category 1 - Changes DEP plans to make to Title V, pending comment: - Depth to Water Table - Setbacks - System Designs>2 , 000 gpd - Schools - Inspection and Maintenance - Soils Analysis/Site Evaluation - Standard Code - Upgrading Substandard Systems Catergory 2 - Options for Title V Changes on which DEP is especially seeking public input: Nutrient Loading Rate Environmentally Sensitive Areas Catergory 3 - Changes to Title V which will be deferred to EOEA's statewide Growth Planning Initiative: Percolation Rate Innovative Wastewater Treatment Technology and Privately Owned Sewage Treatment Facilities OTHER BUSINESS: 78 East Water Street Update: Mrs. Starr stated that she reinspected the premises on March 10, 1993 and it is still not fit for habitation. A water heater needs repair. Attorney Caffrey mentioned that there may be a potential buyer and at the present time Attorney Caffrey is trying to get the potential buyer in there to accept the condominium the way it is with the broken water heater. Occupant is no longer living there. He is living with a friend and doing very well stated Mrs. Starr. Page 3 Minutes: March 25, 1993 Vote to Accept Allison C. Conboy's Resignation: On a motion by Mr. Osgood, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board unanimously voted to accept Allison C. Conboy' s letter of Resignation. Vote to Re-Appoint Dr. Robert Atwood - Animal Inspector: On a motion by Mr. Osgood, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board voted unanimously to re-appoint Dr. Robert Atwood as Animal Inspector. Discussion - Waiver of Fees: Mrs. Starr stated that a Developer in Town, Mr. Brickus (7 Oak Subdivision) is deeding over 9 acres of land to the Town, therefore, Mr. Doucette was wondering if the departments would waive their fees. The fee for the Board of Health would be $150. 00 per lot and he has 7 lots that need permitting. On a motion by Mr. Osgood, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board voted unanimously to waive fees upon the deeding over of the nine (9) acres to the Town. Discussion - GLSD: Mrs. Starr mentioned that a letter was received from Town Counsel on March 11, 1993 stating the Town filed a complaint against the Department of Environmental Protection and Greater Lawrence Sanitary District, challenging the decision of the Department of Environmental Protection approving the site suitability of the ash landfill. The case report was presented to Board members to review. Basically, the report was for the Board members information. No vote necessary Board to review case report. Averka Property: Mrs. Starr presented to the Board a copy of the Subsurface Investigation at Averka Property, 383 Abbott Street, North Andover, Massachusetts prepared by Simmons Environmental Services, Inc. , 25 Kenoza Avenue, Haverhill, Massachusetts. Two neighbors were present and asked several questions regarding this report. The Board members received the report (only one copy) at the meeting and did not have the opportunity to review the contents. Mrs. Starr requested more copies from Simmons Environmental. A lengthy discussion ensued in reference to the testing and the neighbors expressed their concerns regarding the results and the upcoming procedures. Mr. Osgood stated that the Board should find out from Attorney Caffrey, at what point should the Town make this report public knowledge. Mr. Osgood stated that at Page 4 Minutes: March 25, 1993 some point it is the Board of Health's report, once the Board accepts it. The Board Members agreed to notify the Court Magistrate to defer the court date from April 15 to May in order to let the Board members review the material from Simmons Environmental. A Board of Health meeting will be held April 22 with Simmons Environmental present. The Board also recommended getting an unbiased expert to evaluate the report. Vote to Officially Appoint Sandra Starr as the Board of Health's Agent: On a motion by Mr. Osgood, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Sandra Starr as the Board of Health Agent. ADJOURNMENT On a motion by Mr. Osgood, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 9:10 p.m. Clerk, Board of Health