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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-01-26 Board of Health Minutes BOARD OF HEALTH MINUTES JANUARY 26, 1995 Mr. Osgood called the meeting to order at 7 : 15 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Gayton Osgood, Chairman, Francis P. MacMillan, M.D. , Member, John S. Rizza, D.M.D. , Member, Susan Ford, Health/Environmental Inspector, and Sandy Starr, Health Administrator. 7.15 P.M. - LES GODIN - REQUEST FOR TWO (2) VARIANCES TO THE NORTH ANDOVER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SUBSURFACE DISPOSAL OF SANITARY SEWAGE - LOT B SUMMER STREET: Les Godin, Engineer, was present and came before the Board to request the following variances to the Town of North Andover Board of Health Minimum Requirements for the Subsurface disposal of Sanitary Sewage. 1) Regulation 2 . 14-4 so that the subsurface disposal system may be designed for 495 gal/day as opposed to 660 gal/day as required. The proposed design flow is for 3 bedrooms. 2) Regulation 4 . 18 so that the subsurface disposal system may be constructed 79 feet distant (reserve area designed 72 feet distant) from a wetland as opposed to 100 feet as required. On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board voted unanimously to grant the two variances mentioned above with the provision that the three bedroom design be incorporated in the deed, that floor plans be submitted to the Board of Health for Health Agent's review, and if any changes are made it must come before the Board. Other Business: APPROVAL OF MINUTES - 12/1/94 & 12/15/94: On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of 12/1/94 and 12/15/95 as written. 7:45 P.M. - SCOTT GILES - VARIANCE REQUEST TO THE NORTH ANDOVER REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SUBSURFACE DISPOSAL OF SANITARY SEWAGE - 145 SOUTH BRADFORD STREET: Kristen & Rodney Hollenbeck residing at 145 South Bradford Street came before the Board regarding the status of their septic system in relationship to a proposed addition that they are planning. Page 2 Minutes: January 26, 1995 Mrs. Starr mentioned that Mr. & Mrs. Hollenbeck want to add three (3) bedrooms, they now have one (1) bedroom. Mrs. Starr mentioned that the system is very old, it was built back in 1949 and re-designed in 1978 and at the present time the system is not failing and sewer is expected down there the earliest time being late summer this year, and if not this year it will be next year. Mrs. Starr mentioned that the Board of Health already has a signed agreement from the Hollenbecks which states if sewer is available they will tie in and if the system fails they will repair it. On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board voted unanimously to accept the restrictions and conditions as mentioned by Mrs. Starr. Other Business: Discussion - Tobacco Regulations: Pamela Ross-Kung, Director, Tobacco Control Initiative was present. A lengthy discussion ensued as Ms. Kung and the Board Members discussed the proposed tobacco regulations. The Board Members agreed to the following: 1. To hold a public hearing on March 9, 1995. To inform residents of the public hearing and to place an advertisement in the paper. To post a notice of the public hearing at the following places; Town Clerk's Office, Steven's Memorial Library, Police Station, the two (2) Fire Stations, Department of Public Works, Post Office, Board of Health Office, and the Council on Aging. To inform residents to respond by letter any concerns they may have. 2. To hold a regular meeting of the Board of Health on March 23, 1995 in order to discuss the public hearing and any letters the Board received, and hopefully adopt the proposed tobacco regulations. 3. To adopt Article 10 of the State Sanitary Code for Food Establishments. Discussion - Policy for Carbon Monoxide: Mrs. Ford mentioned an incident that happened today in reference to a family that was evacuated from their house because of carbon monoxide. The family was incoherent and unable to function in a normal manner. Mrs. Ford was concerned about the families and if they are capable of handling the situation on their own. Mrs. Ford wanted to know the Board of Health' s policy for Carbon Page 3 Minutes: January 26, 1995 Monoxide. Mr. Osgood mentioned that the Board of Health does not have a standing policy. Mrs. Ford and Mrs. Starr just want to know what to do with the information they receive. On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board recommended the following: 1) the residents affected by Carbon Monoxide be provided with adequate medical attention. 2) to have the furnace professionally check. 3) bring all incidents before the Board of Health and have it noted in the minutes. Discussion - Danvers Housing Assistance Trust (D H A T ) : Mrs. Starr mentioned that there is funding available ($61, 000) for low income residents and people in need to remodel or renovate their home. Mrs. Starr asked the Board if they knew anyone who fits this description. Mr. Osgood mentioned Nellie Jacques on Massachusetts Ave. Racoons: Mrs. Starr mentioned that there was a recent incident that occurred in the parking lot behind town hall which involved a racoon. Mrs. Starr mentioned that the incident occurred during the daytime which concerns her that the racoon may be rabid. Mrs. Starr mentioned that she called Dr. Atwood and he told her that he does not do that and to call the Police Department. Mrs. Starr stated that she called the Police and they also 'said, "they do not do that" . Dr. MacMillan stated that this is the Police Department' s duty. On a motion by Dr. MacMillan, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board directed Mrs. Starr to send a letter to the Police Department strongly recommending that the Police Department respond to incidents as stated above. Discussion - Recommendation - To Initiate a Late Fee Charge on All Permits not renewed by December 31st: A short discussion ensued in reference to enforcing a penalty on permits not renewed by the due date of December 31st of each Page 4 Minutes: January 26, 1995 year. Mr. Osgood suggest that Mrs. Starr consider a reasonable penalty fee for all establishments that do not renew by their due date (December 31st) , and then Board Members will discuss it at their next meeting. 40 Fernview Street, #7: Mrs. Starr related the history of this property as follows: 1) Inspection after tenant complaint showed housing code violations of leaks, broken light and broken slider door. 2) Order letter sent - no response. 3) Litigation between tenant and landlord resulted in tenant leaving. Violations not corrected. 4) Letter from Board of Health sent stating unit could not be rented until violations corrected. 5) Landlord showing unit. The Board Members directed Mrs. Starr to send a certified letter and if no response - go to court. ADJOURNMENT: On a motion by Dr. MacMillan, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board adjourned their meeting at 9:20 p.m. John S. Rizza, D.M. D. , Clerk