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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-12-19 Board of Health Minutes BOARD OF HEALTH MINUTES DECEMBER 19, 1996 Mr. Osgood called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Gayton Osgood, Chairman, Francis P. MacMillan, M.D., Member, John S. Rizza, D.M.D., Member, Susan Ford, Health Inspector, and Sandra Starr, Health Administrator. VARIANCE REOUEST- LES GODIN - LOT#59 BRIDGES LANE: Mr. Les Godin, Engineer, Merrimack Engineering was present and submitted revisions on Lot #59 Bridges Lane and requested to come before the Board for trench spacing - Mr. Godin is requesting the trenches be 6 feet apart instead of 10 feet required by the North Andover Septic Regulation. Ms. Starr stated that the variance should be granted contingent upon the approval of the plans. Mr. Osgood asked, "is this still a three (3) bedroom home"? Mr. Godin responded, "yes". On a motion by Dr. MacMillan, seconded by Mr. Osgood, the Board voted unanimously to grant the variance of 6 feet between trenches instead of 10 feet. POTENTIAL FOOD CHANGES: Ms. Ford mentioned that at the present time Retail is not allowed to sell hot food items - self serve and the State may be allowing this. The State is presently reviewing this because new federal codes allow it. Ms. Ford wanted to know what the Board's thoughts are on this. Mr. Osgood stated that he does not know what the State Regulations say yet. Mr. Osgood mentioned that Wendy's do this now. Ms. Ford stated that Wendy's is Food Service - this is Retail. Mr. Osgood asked, "what about Supermarkets"? Ms. Ford stated that Supermarkets can not have hot items. Ms. Starr suggested that the Board think about what they feel comfortable about. Mr. Osgood stated that he would like to wait and see the regulations. Ms. Starr stated that she is not comfortable with self serve in Gas Stations. Mr. Osgood stated that he has a problem with saying"no" without knowing the facts. Ms. Starr suggested again to just give it some thought and determine what you feel comfortable with. Page 2 Minutes: December 19, 1997 Dr. MacMillan asked about sub shops and the technique of handling food with money and the use of gloves. Ms. Ford stated that there are no regulations requiring gloves and handling food. This issue is also covered in the new federal food code. It requires the use of gloves when handling ready to eat items. NURSE: Ms. Starr mentioned that the nurse needs more hours. Ms. Starr mentioned that the Health Office will get reimbursed for the flu shots but the budget only has enough money until mid February for Debbie. At this time, Deb Rillahan, Public Health Nurse arrived. Ms. Rillahan mentioned that she's been with the North Andover Board of Health for 1 year now. Ms. Rillahan stated that when she first arrived and went to meetings with nurses in the region - she heard about the North Andover Board of Health and the bad reputation they had. Ms. Rillahan stated that the rumor is that North Andover's Board of Health is very lax in this area. At the present time Ms. Rillahan is working 4 hours per week and wants to do more, i.e. TB follow-up. Ms. Rillahan briefed the Board Members on what she has been doing over the past year. Dr. Rizza arrived at 7:30 p.m. Dr. MacMillan asked Ms. Rillahan. "how can we as a Board help you"? Ms. Rillahan responded, "more hours". Ms. Starr stated that the Town spent $16,000 on hepatitis shots and if Ms. Rillahan administered them it would of cost only $7,000. Ms. Starr stated that the bottom line is no money but the money from medicare should off set it. Mr. Osgood stated that he will talk with the Town Manager. Dr. Rizza suggested all the Board Members go together and speak with the Town Manager. Mr. Osgood suggested to gather all the facts before meeting with the Town Manager. Board Members agreed to meet with the Town Manager in January. SEPTIC REGULATIONS - DISCUSSION: Ms. Starr mentioned that she included the revised septic regulations in the Board's packet. Ms. Starr suggested that the Board Members review the septic regulations and then schedule a working session by the end of January. Page 3 Minutes: December 19, 1997 Ms. Starr suggested that the installer's test be scheduled as follows: January, March, May, July& September. Mr. Osgood stated that the working session meeting should be posted. MILL POND CONDO - DUMPSTER ISSUE: Mr. Osgood stated that he concluded that Mill Pond needs a dumpster because of the constant construction. Mr. Osgood stated that Mr. Janko reluctantly agreed upon, 1) 20 yard dumpster, 2) 8 ft. fence completely fencing in dumpster, 3) shrubs On a motion by Dr. MacMillan, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board voted unanimously on the following: 1. the dumpster should be no greater than 20 yards 2. the dumpster can be opened 3. the dumpster does not have to be on a concrete base 4. the dumpster should be completely fenced in with an S foot fence 5. all efforts are to be made to obstruct the view of the fence by the addition of plantings 6. to be completed by January 30, 1997 WHEELABRATOR - CONTINUED: At the meeting of December 12, 1996, Wheelabrator was invited back to discuss any other issues or amendments. No representatives from Wheelabrator arrived at the meeting. 69 SOUTH BRADFORD STREET: The Board of Health received a letter from Karl Arsenault, owner, informing them that 69 South Bradford Street has not tied into the Phase III sewer. The owner stated that the property is not occupied and is in the process of being restored and can not get a building permit. Mr. Arsenault stated in the letter that he plans to tie-in before the"18 month $1,000 hook-up fee waiver". Mr. Arsenault stated that he would like the Board to send documentation about this fee, and the expiration date. Mr. Osgood stated that the $1,000 hook-up fee has nothing to do with the Board of Health and will not put this in writing. Page 4 Minutes: December 19, 1996 OTHER BUSINESS: Soil Testing Deadline: Ms. Starr stated that because of the weather last year, the ground water testing season had to be extended. Ms. Starr asked the Board Members to vote to accept testing result after May 15, 1996. Mr. Osgood stated that in the past an extension of the testing was requested before it was done, Ms. Starr apologized and stated things had just gotten out of hand as it was so busy. On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board voted unanimously to accept the ground water testing results after May 15`h" Approval of Minutes - 11/21/96: On a motion by Dr. MacMillan, seconded by Dr. Rizza, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes as written. Mobil Station, 350 Winthrop Ave.: Ms. Ford mentioned that the Mobil Station has been caught smoking indoors by Healthy Communities three (3) times and reprimanded. Board Members suggested sending a letter telling them if there is one more incident they will be required to come before the Board. Indoor Skating Rink Regulations: Ms. Starr mentioned that she recently received regulations for indoor ice skating rinks and the rink owners need to test rinks air quality, i.e. carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide and agents have to inspect. Ms. Starr stated that there are two ice skating rinks in town, Merrimack College and Brooks School. The rink owners have 60-90 days to comply before the inspection is performed. Complaints: Supercuts: Ms. Starr stated that there have been cases of lice reported in the North Andover Schools and in North Andover. Page 5 Minutes: December 19, 1996 Ms. Starr stated that a complaint came in regarding dirty brushes at Supercuts. A client complained when they noticed dirty brushes and then later noticed his head started to itch. The Board suggested that Deb Rillahan, R.N. check this out. Dr. Joan Gitlin Office: Ms. Starr mentioned that a complaint came in regarding the sanitation of a Doctor's office. The complainant stated that the office was filthy and the doctor was not changing the plastic ear pieces after each patient. Ms. Rillahan stated that this is the office building that Dr. Ober and Dr. Gitlin share. Dr. Rizza stated that this is a classic case for OSHA. No recommendations. ADJOURNMENT : On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn. John S. Rizza, D.M.D., Clerk