HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-02-10 Board of Health Minutes BOARD OF HEALTH
MINUTES - WORKSHOP
FEBRUARY 10, 1994
Dr. MacMillan called the meeting to order.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Francis P. MacMillan, M.D. , Chairman, John S. Rizza, D.M.D. ,
Member, Gayton Osgood, Member, Sandra Starr, Health Agent, and
Bob Leyland, Environmental/Health Agent.
Sewer Tie-In•
A lengthy discussion ensued in reference to sewer tie-ins and
what warrants a hardship.
The Board Members agreed that the only legitimate reason, the
Board of Health will accept for not tying-in is significant
financial hardship. The enforcement will be by fine and/or legal
action. Tie-in must be accomplished by one year within the
watershed, and two years elsewhere.
Food Handlers Course:
A general discussion ensued in reference to holding a Food
Handlers Certification Course for local establishments.
On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Mr. Osgood, the Board voted
unanimously to go with Steve Turner's Food Handlers Certification
Program.
Captain Pizza:
A general discussion ensued in reference to Captain Pizza not
abiding by the agreement of the Board of Health to exterminate on
a regular basis.
Conservation Commission Memorandum:
Mrs. Starr read a letter from the Conservation Commission in
reference to granting certain variances that are presently before
the Board of Health.
The Conservation Commission at their meeting of February , 1994,
voted to have the Selectmen sue the Board of Health if variances
are granted to Lot #2 Johnny Cake, Lot #3 Berry Street, and 20A
Laconia.
The Board Members discussed doing site visits on all three lots
in March and then bringing it before the Board at the March
meeting. Dr. MacMillan suggested that Mrs. Starr set up a
Saturday or a Sunday appointment for the Board to go out and see
all three lots.
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Dumpster Regulations:
A general discussion ensued in reference to dumpster permits,
fees, and changes in the regulations.
On a motion by Mr. Osgood, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board voted
unanimously to accept dumpster regulation as written.
Brook Farm:
Mrs. Starr stated that she received a letter dated February 2 ,
1994 from Margaret Antonelli stating that Mrs. Antonelli did not
give anyone permission to go on the lot to do any testing. Mrs.
Starr had already rejected the proposed septic plans for various
reasons. Mrs. Starr responded with a letter informing her that
it is not the Board of Health's function or responsibility to
notify owners about testing; and that it is assumed that the
person who applies for the testing does so with the knowledge and
consent of the property owner.
Mrs. Starr wanted to inform the Board that it appears now that
there have been threats to sue the Planning Board and the Board
of Health. At the present time, nothing has been done.
Water Quality Management Planning Grant:
Mrs. Starr received a letter today in reference to commercial
industrial floor drains. Dr. MacMillan asked Mrs. Starr, "where
do these floor drains drain into"? Mrs. Starr responded that a
lot of them drain into a holding tank and some of them would go
out into the septic systems. Mrs. Starr stated that it is
against DEP regulation to have any floor drains now, they are
suppose to be all closed off. If anyone has floor drains and if
they are approved they are suppose to go into a little enclosed
holding tank that is pumped periodically by a specialized pumper
stated Mrs. Starr. Dr. MacMillan wanted to know what the
Merrimack Valley will do? - just go around and inventory certain
places. Dr. MacMillan asked if they want a letter from the Board
of Health stating that we support their project.
Dr. MacMillan suggested that Mrs. Starr send a letter stating
that the Board of Health supports their objectives.
Hazardous Household Waste
Mrs. Starr stated that she wants to do some research in reference
to holding a Hazardous Household Waste Pick-Up. She stated that
it is very expensive and the money has to be appropriated at Town
Meeting. Mrs. Starr suggested putting it on the warrant to give
the option to the towns people.
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The Board agreed that Mrs. Starr do some research and submit a
warrant for Town Meeting in May.
Tobacco Control:
Mrs. Starr stated a Director was hired for the Tobacco Control
Initiative.
Mrs. Starr stated that she is concerned about the amount of
smoking that goes on in Town Hall. Mrs. Starr stated that she
spoke to Mrs. Nelson and asked her if it was okay to approach Mr.
Gordon about the smoking. At the present time, there is smoking
on every floor in this building stated Mrs. Starr.
Dr. MacMillan stated that this is a State Law - any public
facility is non-smoking. He asked, "what is the issue"?
Mrs. Starr wants to know how far the Board of Health wants to go
as far as regulations go. The Board responded by stating that
the regulations should be enforced.
TRC Meeting - Re-Zoning:
Mrs. Starr stated that at a TRC Meeting today the committee
mentioned something about re-zoning the area from Salem Street
down towards the Town of Andover, which is basically the Ipswich
River Watershed, and the committee asked if it is something that
the Board of Health would support.
The Board Members would like to see a map. Mrs. Starr asked if
the Board Members where against the basic concept of re-zoning.
Mr. Osgood stated, "no, not really. " Mrs. Starr suggested that a
letter from the Board of Health and from other various boards
would help.
Bob Leyland's Resignation:
The Board Members all agreed to accept the resignation of Robert
Leyland as of February 18 , 1994 and they all wished him well .
Adjournment:
On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Mr. Osgood, the Board voted
unanimously to adjourn at 8:43 p.m.
Gayton Osgood, Clerk