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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
October 30, 2006 at 6:30 pm

In attendance: Don Bates, Chairman; Diane Battistello, Member; Susan Shaw, Member and Robert Casper Jr., Interim Health Agent 

Visitors: Andrew Pelletier, John Lavin and Ray Payson

Mr. Bates opened the meeting at 7:40 PM. 

 VARIANCE
Thomas J. Converse of 463 High Street is in the process of selling his house and requesting a variance on the Board of Health’s septic regulations requiring a hookup to town sewer when a property is being transferred.  Motion was made by Don Bates to approve the variance for Tom Converse pending whether it is necessary to hold a public hearing before granting the variance
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0 

HICKORY WOODS—DRAINAGE
The Board received a letter from Fred Bottomley addressing his concerns with the subsurface drains in Hickory Woods Estates.
The scope of how many homes that are affected by the subsurface pipes that drain off from the properties of some residential homes is unknown. The need for Board of Health action at this time is also unknown.  Some of the drain pipes appear to be too close to the septic systems and may violate Title V.

ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 8:40 PM.

Interviews for the Health Agent’s position took place before this meeting began at 6:30PM

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
October 24, 2006 at 7:00 pm

In Attendance: Don Bates, Chairman; Diane Battistello, Member; Susan Shaw, Member; Robert Casper Jr., Interim Health Agent and the secretary 

Visitors:  Dr. Daniel Brown, Interim Physician; Gregory Bunavicz, Engineer; Tom Converse of 463 High Street

Mr. Bates opened the meeting at 7:01 P.M.

PHYSICIAN
The Interim Town Physician, Dr. Daniel Brown, introduced himself to the Board members. Dr. Brown is willing to administer vaccines, distribute educational material and conduct informational seminars. Don Bates would like Dr. Brown to visit the Board again.

463 HIGH STREET
Tom Converse is selling his house at 463 High Street which has a septic system and town sewer does run in front of his house. Mr. Converse is looking for relief from the town’s mandate which states, before the transfer of ownership the owner must tie into the town sewer. The property had a passing Title V inspection in June 2006. Don Bates stated that Mr. Converse must submit a letter to the Board requesting a variance. The Board will take the variance under advisement and vote at their next meeting.

BORDERLAND ENGINEERING, INC.
Gregory Bunavicz presented a proposal to the Board for engineering consultant services including Title V design review and soil evaluation/percolation testing witnessing.  Don Bates stated that the Board would be interested in having an engineer available for large subdivision projects to perform perc testing and plan review.  Don Bates would like Mr. Bunavicz to sign an agreement of general terms.

LETTERS
The Board asked the secretary to send thank you letters to Dr. Brown and to Greg Bunavicz for attending tonight’s meeting and for presenting their services to the Board. The Board will discuss their needs and will be in touch with them. The Board wants Dr. Brown to know that they will be appointing a permanent physician soon and would like to know if he would consider the permanent position.

MINUTES
Motion made by Diane Battistello to table the following minutes:
July 17, 2006                   July 24, 2006                October 10, 2006
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

PERMITS AND LICENSES

a.       Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant Jameela Samma, 68 N.Washington St.  Massage Therapist license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

b.      Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant Shirley’s, 14 S. Washington Street a Food Service, Retail Food, Milk & Cream and a Bakery license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

c.       Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant JWG Auctioneers at 33-37 Elm Street a Retail Food license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

HICKORY WOODS
The Board received a letter from the Planning Board on the modification of Hickory Woods subdivision plan. Diane Battistello would like to see the approved drainage revisions of the additional drainage structures of this subdivision. Susan Shaw will call the Department of Public Works on the drainage revisions.

MT. HOPE FARM ESTATES
The Board received a letter from the Planning Board regarding the preliminary subdivision plan.

STORM DRAIN MARKETING KIT
The Board received an email from Michael Stankovich on the storm water year 4 product notice. The product would be purchased by the DPW if it were to be purchased.

MHOA
A letter was received from the new Tobacco Control Director, Sarah McColgan for the Mass. Health Officers Association. Diane Battistello would like to inquirer about mini grants through the program. Don Bates will call Sarah McColgan.

DISPOSAL WORKS INSTALLER EXAM
Motion made by Diane Battistello to have the office staff administer the DWI exam to any new applicant.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0
The chairperson or Health Agent will grade the tests.

COMPLAINTS
Diane Battistello went down the list of complaints and made phone calls. 

BOARD OF HEALTH PENALTY AND FINES
The Town By-Law articles for Board of Health Penalty & Fines will be discussed at the next Board meeting.

SECURITY DOOR
Don Bates has not received a quote for the security door from Michele Bernier.  Don Bates read comments from Anne Marie Fleming regarding the advantages and the disadvantages for moving the Board of Health offices to the vacant Park Department on the main level of the Town Hall.

MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT
A woman came to see the Health Agent about the requirements for licensing of a massage establishment which states that you would have to be connected to the town’s sewer system and she has a septic system.  Diane Battistello will do some research on massage regulations.

ADJOURN
Motion made by Diane Battistello to adjourn the meeting at 8:50 PM.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting Minutes of
October 10, 2006 at 7:00 pm

In Attendance: Don Bates, Chairman; Diane Battistello, Member; Susan Shaw, Member; Robert Casper Jr, Interim Health Agent and the secretary

Visitors: Anne Marie Fleming, Public Health Nurse

Mr. Bates opened the meeting at 7:00 P.M. 

Minutes awaiting approval:

Motion made by Diane Battistello to table the minutes of:
July 17          July 24
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

Minutes
Motion made by Diane Battistello to approve the minutes of:
September 11           September 25
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0 

Health  Nurse’s Monthly Report for September 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the report as written
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0 

Health Agent’s Monthly Report for September 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the report as written
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0 

Permits and Licenses
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant Philip Virgadamo of Providence, RI a license to perform engineering
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

Letters and Correspondence

a.                   The Board received a letter of resignation from Dr. Gutman effective September 30^th.

b.                  A letter was received from Gay, Gay & Field, R.C. addressed to Attorney Robert Bliss on a pretrial conference date for Battistello et al v. Stankovich et al on the fluoride issue. Don Bates stated for the record that Battistello et al does not include Don Bates.

c.                   A letter from Susan Shaw to Conservation Commission on a request for the order of conditions regarding Christina Estate.

Vouchers

The members reviewed vouchers for mileage and toner for the printer. Don Bates signed the vouchers.

Don Bates signed the September bill for Attorney Paul Mulkern.

Town By-Law Articles for Board of Health Penalty & Fines

Don Bates asked that the members review the By-Law articles.

Hirsch Farm

Mr. Stankovich, Director of the Dept. of Public Works suggested that the Board be prepared to make comments to the Planning Board on the Depot Street project and the Water Aquifer Protection area.

Cameron Woods

The Board reviewed the three lots that will have septic systems which include lots 4, 5 and 6 on the definitive subdivision plan for Cameron Woods.

Complaints

a.         967 Longview Drive—the trash in the yard will be addressed in a letter to the homeowner.

b.         Diane Battistello will review the complaint log and let Don Bates know what complaints are left to resolve.

Requests of records
Don Bates has been in contact with Rebecca Murray from the Secretary of State’s office on requests for public records.  Diane Battistello stated that Mrs. Drown had never made a request for the emails that John Leite had requested from the Board and Don Bates agreed.

Borderland Engineering, Inc.
Don Bates met Engineer, Gregory Bunavicz  in the Board of Health office who was looking for business. Diane Battistello wants to interview Mr. Bunavicz at the next board meeting. The secretary will contact Mr. Bunavicz and have him bring copies of his licenses to the meeting.

Revolving Fund
The Board does not have a revolving fund established for the employment of outside consultants to review subdivision plans under Chapter 44: Section 53G.  The secretary will contact the Town Planner for their article on the Planning Board’s revolving fund.

Interviews
The members will provide a list of requirements for the Health Agent candidates during the interview process.

MuniTrack
Anne Marie Fleming received an invoice for the annual maintenance program for $1,125.00 for the office mobile module.  The MAHB was in charge of the original billing and contract with Coler & Colantonio and the office should not have received this bill.
Motion made by Diane Battistello to send a letter to Marcia Benes asking her if this office is responsible for funding the maintenance.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

Legal counsel 
The members had a discussion regarding legal counsel for the Board of Health. It will be reviewed at a future meeting.

Adjournment
Motion made by Diane Battistello to adjourn at 9:15 PM.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
September 25, 2006 6:30 pm

In Attendance: Don Bates, Chairman; Diane Battistello, Member; Susan Shaw, Member and Rob Casper, Interim Health Agent

Visitors: Anne Marie Fleming, Public Health Nurse; Bob Norton, Board of Public Works; Karl & Mary Lou Drown; Andy Kushner, Spinnaker Group; Len Bradley, DiPrete Engineering; Attorney, David Manoogian; Dan Ottenheimer, Mill River Consulting

I.    Mr. Bates opened the meeting at 6:40 p.m.

II.     Town Physician:

      Ms. Fleming asked the Board to consider taking the agenda item of appointing a new town       physician, to replace retiring Dr. Gutman, out of order. 

        Motion: Don Bates moved to approve Dr. Brown as interim Board of Health physician to such                     time as the Board hires a permanent replacement.

        Second: Ms.  Battistello                                     Vote 3 – 0, motion passed

III. Minutes

    A.    Motion: Mr. Bates motioned to approve the minutes of: July 6, July 10, July 31, August 8, August     14, and August 29.

        Second: Ms. Shaw                                            Vote: 3-0, motion passed.

     B.     Motion: Ms. Battistello motioned to table the minutes of July 17, July 24 and September 11.

        Second: Ms. Shaw                                                       Vote: 3-0, motion passed

IV. Public Comment

Mrs. Drown asked for an explanation on why her letter regarding the removal of a public record from the Board of Health office had not been answered.  Mr. Bates will contact the Secretary of      State’s office regarding the matter.

V.   Permits and Licenses

A.     Motion: Ms. Battistello motioned to grant a massage therapist license to Fabienne Aliberti.

      Second: Ms. Shaw                                          Vote: 3-0, motion passed

B.     Motion: Ms. Battistello motioned to grant a temporary trailer permit to Guy Van Story.

      Second: Ms. Shaw                                          Vote: 3-0, motion passed.

VI.           Letter to Rocky Mountain Spring Water  

         Motion: Mr. Bates motioned to send a letter written by Ms. Battistello to Rocky Mountain Spring       water regarding the maintenance of the machines in front of Benny’s.

        Second: Ms. Battistello                                     Vote: 3-0, motion passed.

VII.            Gloves and Food Handling at Emerald Square Mall

            The state law allows people to handle food for demonstration purposes without the use of gloves,              as long as the food handler uses a utensil to touch the food (i.e. – a serving spoon or toothpick).

            Mr. Casper will ask the demonstrators to use gloves in the future.

VIII. Cobblestone

            A. Mr. Ottenheimer advised the Board to move forward with the Cobblestone project but to add a                    list of conditions to address outstanding concerns.

            B. Motion: Mr. Bates motioned: Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 41, section 81U, the North Attleborough Board of Health has reviewed the proposed subdivision known as Cobblestone located on Plat 22 Lots 43 and 44 and Plat 26 Lot 11 based on a design by Leonard Bradley, P.E., DiPrete Engineering Associates, Inc. dated February, 2006, revised April 4, 2006,  and May 5, 2006.  Based upon review of the most recent submission, the North Attleborough Board of Health votes to recommend Approval of said plan with the exception of the parcels numbered 34, 43, 44 & 45 as they have not demonstrated their suitability for providing for an on-site wastewater system. 

                The approval is provided with the following conditions:

1.              The erosion control measures proposed for during the construction phase of the common             ways and common utilities are to be built and maintained by the owner with oversight             provided by the Planning Board and/or Board of Health.

2.                  The storm water collection, treatment and dispersal systems are to be constructed by the             owner with oversight provided by the Planning Board and/or Board of Health.

3.                  A homeowners association (“Association”) is to be created and funded by the owner prior             to the sale of any lot to a home owner, and the approval of any building permit.  The   Association is to be responsible for all drainage system maintenance and repairs including road sweeping, catch basin cleaning, and storm water treatment system management, and, other requirements as indicated on Detail Sheet 1 of the subdivision plan (“Plan”) and in the document titled “Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Measures/Sequence and Staging of Land Disturbing Activities” (“Document”) most recently revised July 20, 2006.  The scope of responsibilities for the Association regarding the drainage and storm water systems may only be amended or reduced upon written concurrence of the Town Planning Board and Public Works Department.  The requirement for creation of an Association supersedes the language on the Plan and in the Document which indicates private parties or the Town of North Attleborough is to perform these services.

4.                  The Planning Board is encouraged to review the proposed storm water basins with             considerable scrutiny.  Concerns about the long-term ability to reduce the water table beneath the basins are prevalent.  If the basins do not function as designed it is possible that mosquito breeding habitat will be created and/or the possibility for ground water or surface water contamination is increased.

5.                  Prior to the Board of Health’s approval of any application for a building permit on a             particular lot, adequate test pits are provided on each parcel to assure compliance with Title 5 of the Massachusetts Environmental Code and suitability for an on-site wastewater treatment and dispersal system.

6.                  The document titled “Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Measures/Sequence and Staging             of Land Disturbing Activities” (“Document”) most recently revised July 20, 2006 is to be             printed on and made a part of each individual Title V septic design plan approved by the Board of Health, and evidence of the receipt of the Document by the original builder for each lot satisfactory to the Board of Health is provided to the Board of Health. 

7.                  The project is traversed by a tributary which leads to a public water supply reservoir             servicing the Town of Attleborough.  Concerns or comments from the Attleborough Planning Board, Board of Health and/or Water Department should be sought prior to approval.

8.                  The Board will reconsider it’s denial of approval of lot 34 upon demonstration of the lot’s             compliance with Title V at any time prior to the Planning Boards final action of the             subdivision plan.

                        Second: Ms. Battistello                                                 Vote: 3-0, motion passed

IX. Subdivision Concerns for Future Projects.    

A.     Revolving Fund for Sub-development  Engineering Fees:   The Board will have to start again on this issue and petition RTM to establish a revolving account for the purpose of handling money between the sub-developer and the Board’s consulting engineer.  The Accounting office had mistakenly advised the Board that such an account was already established.

B.     Home Owner’s Associations:  The Board of Health will extend an invitation to the Planning Board, the Department of Public Works, and the Conservation Commission to meet in a workshop for the purpose of establishing a comprehensive maintenance policy for sub-division detention ponds and catch basins.

X.     Interviews for Health Agent

The Board members will start reviewing the resumes of applicants for the Health Agent position.  Mr. Bates will talk with Human Resources about the interviewing process.  The estimated date for the first interview to begin is October 17.

Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at approximately 9:08 PM.

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
September 11, 2006
 

In Attendance:  Don Bates: Chairman, Diane Battistello: Member, Susan Shaw: Member, Robert Casper: Interim Health Agent.  No visitors attended the meeting.

Mr. Bates opened the meeting at 6:40 p.m.

Minutes awaiting approval: 

Mr. Bates motioned to table the minutes of:
July 6               July 13
July 10             August
July 17             August 14
July 24             August 29
Ms. Battistello seconded the motion.                                                 Vote: 3-0, motion passed

Reports:

Health Nurses Report
Ms. Battistello motioned to approve.
Mr. Bates seconded the motion                                            Vote: 3-0, motion passed

Health Agent Report
Mr. Casper and the Board discussed several topics of the August report:

Cameron Woods: Rob witnessed 6 perc tests at 3 lots.  The developer, Mr. Tilton, hopes to sewer the whole development, but lots: 5, 6 & 7, are proposed for on-site septic systems for present time.  The Board is concerned about the drainage because the slope goes into Kelley Blvd.

Diamond Street Complaint: Mr. Masterson  (#11 Diamond Street) is concerned about septic leakage flowing onto his property from #9. Mr. Masterson and Health Agent Casper will walk the property during next rain.

Health Agent Daily Log: Mr. Casper explained to the Board his system for compiling his Health Agent Daily Log.

Cushman Road Estates:  Mr. Casper described what appears to be the beginning of a 12 lot subdivision.  Mr. Tilton needs 4 days for perc testing. Mr. Casper’s time, as interim agent, is stretched in a way that he does not have 4 consecutive days to witness the tests.  The Board discussed having Mill River Consultants witness the perc tests and conduct the soil evaluations.

Motion: Mr. Bates moved to engage Mill River Consulting to do the perc tests and soil evaluations for 12 lots at Cushman Estates, provided Mill River’s fees match the current Board’s schedule. 

Ms. Shaw seconded the motion.                   Vote: 3-0, motion passed

Licenses:                                                                       

Brian Baker Application, Title V inspector
Mr. Baker did not attend the meeting.

NA Soccer Club Application, Temporary Food   
Ms. Battistello         motioned to approve.
Ms. Shaw seconded the motion                                            Vote: 3-0, motion passed             

Joseph Silvia, Massage Therapist
Ms. Battistello motioned to approve.
Ms. Shaw seconded the motion                                            Vote: 3-0, motion passed

North Attleboro Lions Club, temporary food
Ms. Battistello motioned to approve
Ms. Shaw seconded the motion                                            Vote: 3-0, motion passed

Letters and Correspondence:  Mill River Consultants: The Board reviewed a letter of thanks from Mill River Consultants.

Old Business:

Outstanding Complaints:  The Board reviewed all outstanding complaints.  Mr. Bates will update the spreadsheet.  Going forward Board members agreed to rotate handling of complaints.

Nail Salon Regulations:  Mr. Bates will ask Ms. Vandette to forward the Nail Salon Regulations to Mr. Bliss, Town Counsel.

48 Leonard Street –  Pigeons: Mr. Casper visited the residence and noted that the pigeon coop had been moved out of sight.  Ms. Battistello noted she had talked with Ms. Maedernach and that things were better since the cage was moved out of sight.

Laptop:  Ms. Battistello will talk with Nurse Fleming about the MAHB software that the coalition  purchased for our laptop computer.

Inventory:  The Board will do an inventory of the offices in the near future.

New Business:

Mount Hope Farms Estates:  The Board reviewed a preliminary subdivision plan for Mount Hope Farm Estates at 193 Mount Hope Street.

Animal Control:  Mr. Bates will ask Zoning Board of Appeals for a copy of their regulations so the Board can determine the current status of animal restrictions.

Wood Fire Boilers: Mr. Bates initiated a discussion about wood fire boilers as an alternative energy source.  Mr. Casper noted many people burn treated wood in these, causing a pollution problem.  Mr. Bates will continue to monitor the news on this topic so that the Board can be prepared.

Labor Attorney Fees:  The Board reviewed the schedule sent by Labor Counsel Mulkern.
Union Hearing: The Board noted they will attend Mr. Drown’s Union Hearing tomorrow.

 Vouchers:  The Board reviewed August vouchers.

Adjournment:

Mr. Bates motioned to adjourn at 8:30.
Ms. Shaw seconded the motion.                                           Vote: 3-0, motion passed.            

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
August 29, 2006   7:00 pm

IN ATTENDANCE: DON BATES, CHAIRMAN; SUSAN SHAW, MEMBER; ROB CASPER, INTERIM HEALTH AGENT AND THE SECRETARY (DIANE BATTISTELLO WAS ABSENT)

VISITORS: NO VISITORS

DON BATES OPENED THE MEETING AT 7:01 PM. 

MINUTES

July 6, 2006
July 10, 2006
July 17, 2006
July 24, 2006
July 31, 2006
August 8, 2006
August 13, 2006

Motion made by Don Bates to table all the above minutes
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 2-0

PERMITS AND LICENSES

a.       Application for a Title V System Inspector license for Albert R. Rivet/All Clear Title 5 Services Inc., Acushnet, MA
Motion made by Don Bates to grant the license pending a copy of the state license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 2-0

b.      Application for a Title V System Inspector license for Ronald Rice, Worcester,MA
Motion made by Don Bates to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 2-0

c.       Application for a Massage Establishment license for Facial Impressions at 762 East Washington Street
Motion made by Don Bates to grant the license pending the inspection by the Health Agent
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 2-0

d.      Application for a Massage Therapist license for Kimberly Ruggieri-Lima of Cumberland, RI
Motion made by Don Bates to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 2-0

PERMITS AND LICENSES

e.       Application for a Title V System Inspector license for Brian Baker of 63 Grove Street, N.A.
Motion made by Don Bates to table this license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 2-0 

COBBLESTONE
The Board received a letter from David Manoogian representing the Spinnaker Group for approval of Cobblestone Subdivision requesting an extension from the Board.
Mill River Consulting will be contacted to schedule the joint meeting on September 25 at 7PM.

83 LEONARD STREET/PIGEONS
Rob Casper will check the property to see if the pigeon loft has been relocated. Don Bates will email a draft letter to the secretary to be sent to Susan Stocks.

ANIMAL CONTROL REGULATIONS

Diane Battistello wants the Board to consider drafting regulations on chickens and pigeons.

LAPTOP
Rob Casper informed the Board that he has been using the office laptop to type up his reports. Rob will speak with Keith/MIS Dept. to have Keith checkout the laptop for security software.

COMPLAINTS

CINEMA PUB/dumpster overflowing
Rob Casper will check to see if the Cinema Pub ever got a newer dumpster.

EMERALD SQUARE MALL/leaking dumpster
Rob advised the Board that he had spoken to Don Anderson, maintenance for the Mall on last Friday. Mr. Anderson will have a drainage trench put in place across the apron of the area where the dumpster is housed so that the leakage doesn’t run into the parking lot.

LENS CRAFTERS/doctor with blood on his hand
When Anne Marie took the complaint she gave the phone number for the Mass. Board of licensing optometrist to do an investigation. 

145 BROAD STREET/leak & mold
The Building Department wrote up a report on the leak and mold issue which the secretary will request from the Building Inspector.

160 CHARLES STREET/rubbish
Don Bates will investigate the rubbish and old mobile home on the property.

COMPLAINTS CONTINUED

9 DIAMOND STREET/septic overflowing  
Rob Casper will investigate the septic system overflowing.

27 LAKESHORE DRIVE/mold
Rob Casper presented pictures and had suggested to the tenant and the management to have a certified mold inspector investigate.

84 LEONARD STREET/housing
Rob Casper will investigate the housing issues.

965 LONGVIEW DRIVE/trash
Susan Shaw investigated and found trash on the property. Susan will send a letter to the homeowner to clean up the trash.

130 NORTH WASHINGTON STREET/dumpster overflowing
A letter was sent to the owner to clean it up and get a bigger dumpster.

332 OLD POST ROAD/septic odor
Rob Casper investigated and did not find an odor. Rob will call the neighbor who filed the complaint. 

HILLVIEW TERRACE-PARK STREET/DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING
A violation letter will be sent to the owner.

15 SOUTH STREET/noise
The office hasn’t received any calls on this matter.

428 TOWNE STREET/utility shut off
The Building Department will be contacted regarding their investigation.

28 WHITING STREET/housing
This complaint will be passed on to the Building Department. 

INVENTORY
Don Bates suggested that the office staff do an inventory of the equipment in the office especially the equipment in the tobacco cessation cabinet.

CUSHMAN ROAD PLANS
The Board reviewed the Cushman Road preliminary plan and Susan Shaw said that only one house was build. 

DPW/engineer
Susan Shaw spoke with Bob Norton about the hiring of an engineer for the town and he suggested that the Board submit an article for Town Meeting. Don Bates stated that it is a good idea but he thinks it is premature at this time.

HIRSCH FARM DEVELOPMENT
Susan Shaw would like the Board to review the plans again. She thinks that the engineer from Mill River Consulting should do the perc tests in Hirsch Farm development. 

HICKORY WOODS/perc test and soil evaluation
Rob Casper stated that in Hickory Woods subdivision all the soils are class one and class two which is sand and loamy sand.
The Board will meet with other Boards and the Selectmen to discuss the issue of drainage in Hickory Woods.

OFFICE COVERAGE
The Board will take notes and run the tape recorder for the secretary for the September 11^th and September 25^th Board meetings due to her covering the office during the day with the clerk and the nurse at computer classes those days. 

ADJOURN
Motion made by Don Bates to adjourn at 8:45 PM
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 2-0

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North Attleboro Board of Health
Meeting Minutes of
August 14, 2006, 6:30 p.m.

1.      In Attendance: Donald Bates, Chairman; Susan Shaw, Member, Diane Battistello, Member, Amy DeMelia

2.      Mr. Bates opened the meeting at 6:30.

3.      Assistant Health Agent Performance: Mr.  Bates initiated a discussion regarding the duties and available hours of the Assistant Health Agent during the current staffing shortage.  Assistant health agent, Rob Casper, works between 15 and 20 hours a week and he is available for Board meetings on both Monday and Tuesday evenings.  Mr. Casper witnesses perc tests, reviews septic plans, and performs inspections.  As yet, the Board has not asked Mr. Casper to keep a daily work log.  Mr. Casper’s production can be measured by his monthly report.

4.      Budget: At present the department is duplicating salaries for the health agent position as Mr. Drown was paid for 5 weeks of vacation time.  At year end the department’s records may show that the pay out was more than what is in the budget.  The Board may have to request additional funds.

5.      Job Sharing Engineering Services: Ms. Shaw will verify if the DPW is intending to hire an engineer and she will ask about the possibility of sharing the job with the Board of Health.

6.      Advice on Hiring a Health Agent: Mr. Bates will talk with Dan Ottenheimer of Mill River Consulting regarding what others towns consider when they are hiring a health agent.

7.      Motion to Appoint Interim Health Agent, Vote:
Ms. Battistello motioned to appoint Rob Casper Interim Health Agent, at the base rate of $27.82 for 15 – 20 hours.  Ms Shaw seconded the motion.                                                 Vote 3-0, Unanimous 

8.      Motion to Assign Terms and Performance Conditions to Interim Health Agent, Vote:
Ms. Battistello motioned that the terms and performance of the interim health agent be reviewed quarterly, and last no longer than the point in time in which the Board of Health appoints a full time health agent.  Ms. Shaw seconded the motion.                                                                         Vote 3-0, Unanimous

9.      Future Meetings:  The meeting schedule follows below:

a.       August 29

b.      September 11

c.       September 25 

10.  Motion to adjourn, Vote:
Ms. Battistello motioned to adjourn at 6:49 p.m.  Mr. Bates seconded the motion.                                                                                                                                                        Vote 3-0, Unanimous                                                                            

Prepared by: Diane Battistello

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
August 8, 2006  7:00 pm

IN ATTENDANCE: DON BATES, CHAIRMAN; DIANE BATTISTELLO, MEMBER; SUSAN SHAW, MEMBER AND THE SECRETARY

VISITORS: ANNE MARIE FLEMING, PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE; ERIC BUCHANAN, PETER GAY, NORTH TV; MARTY ZAILSKAS OF 15 SOUTH STREET

DON BATES OPENED THE MEETING AT 7:01 PM.

PERMIT AND LICENSES

a.       Application for a Disposal Works Installer license for Eric Buchanan/Erico Const. 15 Narcissus Ct., N.A.
Eric presented an updated license and a letter from Jim Mooney, Attleboro Health Agent. Susan Shaw had done a reference check and the license was granted. 

NORTHTV
Peter Gay of North TV wants to televise Board meetings. The goal is to open up town government to the residents of the town starting in September.

NOISE COMPLAINT
Marty Zailskas has a noise issue with a neighbor who lives across the street. She has spoken to the landlord about the tenant’s loud music but it didn’t make a difference.
Don Bates suggested that she call the Board of Health office the next time there is loud music. There is a decimal meter in the office to measure noise 

MINUTES
July 6, 2006
July 10, 2006
July 17, 2006
July 24, 2006
Motion made by Don Bates to table all these minutes
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

CHRISTINA ESTATES
Because the members will be issuing all the septic construction permits for Christina Estates, Ms. Battistello wants those words written on the outside of the Christina Estates folder that is in the office.

HEALTH NURSE’S MONTHLY REPORT
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the report
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0 

HEALTH NURSE
Motion made by Don Bates to allow Anne Marie Fleming to be a responder for behavioral health disaster events.
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

Anne Marie Fleming is getting involved with a regional group called Medical Reserve Corp. She will be looking for trained volunteers to assist with shelters during an emergency situation.

HEALTH AGENT & ASSISTANT HEALTH AGENT’S MONTHLY REPORT
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the report
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

PERMITS AND LICENSES

a.       Application for a Title V System Inspector license for Brian Baker at 63 Grove St.
Diane Battistello has concerns because it took four years for Mr. Baker to upgrade his own septic system. Mr. Baker will be invited to the next Board meeting.

PIGEONS
Don Bates will speak with the State Veterinarian, Bill Smith on the pigeon issue at 83 Leonard Street.

NAI L REGULATIONS
Diane Battistello will bring the drafted nail regulations to Town Counsel.

COMPLAINT/145 BROAD STREET
It was suggested that a letter could be sent to the owner of 145 Broad Street giving him two weeks to fix the mold problem.

COMPLAINT/CINEMA PUB
The office hasn’t heard from Chris Ballarino on whether he has upgraded the dumpster for Cinema Pub yet.

COMPLAINT/48 DEPOT STREET
Susan Shaw investigated the smell complaint at 48 Depot Street and found the stables to be very clean and there was no odor. At the present time their stable license is overdue and the owner will be contacted.

COMPLAINT/BESIDE 610 HICKORY ROAD
Susan Shaw investigated and found construction debris next to 610 Hickory Road. Ms. Shaw will contact Dale Langille and tell him when she went to check the property.

COMPLAINT/HILLVIEW TERRACE
The overflowing dumpster on Park Street is being monitored by the Board. Don Bates took a picture of the dumpster this week and Diane Battistello will view the dumpster next Monday.

COMPLAINT/27 LAKESHORE DRIVE
Diane Battistello left a message for the Assistant Health Agent, Rob Casper to meet with the landlord to check out the mold issue at 27 Lakeshore Drive.

COMPLAINT/25 WEST BULFINCH STREET
Diane Battistello spoke with someone from Franklin Square Management and will have them speak to the parties involved on the trash complaint at 25 West Bulfinch Street. 

NEW BUSINESS/ HEALTH AGENT POSITION
Diane Battistello stated that there is no mention in the job description that the Health Agent witnesses perc tests. Therefore, the Board could hire an outside party for perc testing. John Lavin charges $120.00 an hour for witnessing perc tests which would fall under the perc test fees. Diane Battistello will speak to the accountant’s department to learn the process for setting up a revolving fund so that the Board could write the checks for payment. This would free up the Health Agent to do the administrative duties of the office.

Susan Shaw stated that the Department of Public Works will be hiring their own engineer and that person would be available to other Boards. Diane Battistello would like to see the perc test season for the town to be changed to October through June and not year round as it is now.

Don Bates motioned to appoint Rob Casper as the interim Health Agent at the hourly rate of $27.82 for 15-20 hours a week until such time of hiring a full time Health Agent.

Diane Battistello would agree to giving him a raise but not the title because she doesn’t know anything about him and hasn’t seen his resume in a while. Diane Battistello would rather see Rob Casper’s position stay as the Assistant Health Agent.

Susan Shaw would like to consult with Town Counsel.

Don Bates stated that Catherine Calicchia, Director of Human Resources will draft a letter which the Board would like to review and approve the letter before the letter is presented to Rob Casper.
Don Bates said the letter will state that Rob Casper is hired as the interim Health Agent at the rate of $27.82 an hour.
Don Bates modified the motion that based upon the Board’s review and acceptance of the drafted letter written by the Human Resource Director that the Board will appoint Rob Casper as the interim Health Agent at the hourly rate of $27.82 for 15-20 hours a week until such time of hiring a full time Health Agent
The Board will review the draft letter from the Human Resource Director on August 14^th at 6:30 PM and take a vote to hire Rob Casper as the interim Health Agent.

ADJOURN
Diane Battistello motioned to adjourn at 9:35 PM
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
July 31, 2006  6:30 pm

IN ATTENDANCE: DON BATES, CHAIRMAN; DIANE BATTISTELLO, MEMBER; SUSAN SHAW, MEMBER AND THE SECRETARY

VISITORS: ROB CASPER, ASSISTANT HEALTH AGENT, LOUIS KUSHNER, AMY DEMELIA, SUN CHRONICLE REPORTER, MEGAN & MARY LOU DROWN, CHRIS BALLARINO, OWNER OF CINEMA PUB 

DON BATES OPENED THE MEETING AT 6:34 PM.

ASSISTANT HEALTH AGENT
Rob Casper will be working 15 hours per week and more if possible to cover septic inspections and reviewing of septic plans of the department. Rob was given one of the Neztel phones to use while covering health issues until a new health agent is hired.

MINUTES

July 6, 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to table the minutes
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0 

MINUTES

July 10, 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to table the minutes
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0 

MINUTES

July 17, 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to table the minutes
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

LOUIS KUSHNER
Mr. Kushner complimented the Board and the staff for assisting with a septic inspection at 252 Draper Avenue. 

PERMITS AND LICENSES

1. Application for a Temporary Food license for World War II Pool for a team Dinner on August 4^th.

Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
    Seconded by Susan Shaw
    Vote 3-0 

PERMITS AND LICENSES

1. Application for a Massage Therapist license for Patricia Standing at 176 Smith Street, N.Attleboro

Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
    Seconded by Susan Shaw
    Vote 3-0

2. Application for a Temporary Food license for Chris Bastien/DTour live at the Mall on August 10^th

Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
    Seconded by Susan Shaw
    Vote 3-0

3. Application for a Title V System Inspector license for Brian Baker of 63 Grove Street, N.Attleboro

Motion made by Diane Battistello to table the license
    Seconded by Susan Shaw
    Vote 3-0

4. Application for a Disposal Works Installer license for Eric Buchanan/Erico Construction at 15 Narcissus Street, N.A.

Motion made by Don Bates to table the license until Susan Shaw does reference checks on Eric Buchanan
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

5. Application for a Septic Hauler license for U.S. Pumping at 148 Jackson Street, N.A.

Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
    Seconded by Susan Shaw
    Vote 3-0

f.    Application for a Massage Establishment license for Innovative Styles at 26 N. Washington Street, N.A.

     Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license pending the inspection by the Health Agent
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

REQUEST OF PUBLIC RECORDS
Mary Lou Drown had made a request for copies of letters that the Board would have received from Town Counsel, Robert Bliss and the Town’s Labor Attorney, Paul Mulkern. She should have received a letter from the Board stating what the cost would be to obtain the copies. Don Bates stated that he instructed the secretary to give Mary Lou copies of Robert Bliss’s letters that the office had at no cost to her. Mary Lou was offered the copies at the meeting but would not accept them because the Board had not charged her a fee and it had been over the ten day limit. She will call the Secretary of State’s office on this matter.
Back in April, Mary Lou had requested copies of emails in reference to the truck policy. All Mary Lou received is a copy of the minutes in reference to the truck policy.  

PIGEONS
Motion made by Don Bates to send a letter to Susan Stocks requesting the cope to be moved to a more central location out of site from the neighbors within 14 days and away from the property line.
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

CINEMA PUB
Chris representing Cinema Pub told the Board that other people are using their dumpster and that is why there is an overflow of trash. It was suggested that Chris obtain a new style dumpster within 30 days that could have a chain and padlock put on. Chris will provide a picture of the new dumpster to the office. The secretary will notify the Board on August 24^th if the office does not hear from Cinema Pub so the Board can take action.

NAIL REGULATIONS
Ms. Battistello will send a copy of the drafted Nail Regulations to Town Counsel for his review.

MINUTES ON THE WEB
The Board wants to know how long it takes Celeste to put a set of minutes on the website. The Board wants the current minutes from July then going backwards.

COMPLAINT/HILLSIDE TERRACE
The office received a complaint of overflowing trash at 223 Park Street. The maintenance engineer, Jeff Pierce said that three apartments had vacated within the last six weeks creating more trash. The members will monitor the trash bin on Monday mornings for three weeks.

COMPLAINT/LAKESHORE DRIVE
Mr. Kingsly is a tenant of a basement apartment and is complaining about mold in his apartment. Rob will call the landlord and have him address the mold in the apartment.

PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION PLAN
The Board reviewed the Hirsch Farm preliminary subdivision plan. Susan Shaw will check with the Conservation Agent because she has concerns with the proximity of the reservoir and the aquifer area of this subdivision.

HEALTH AGENT POSITION
The Board wants the advertisement for the Health Agent’s position to be posted on the Mass. Health Officers Associations website besides advertising in the newspapers.
In the meantime, Rob Casper is covering the Health Agent’s job on Tuesday afternoons, every Wednesday and every other Friday. 

HEALTH AGENT POSITION-- CONTINUED
Susan Shaw would like the Board to change the job description for the Health Agent’s position to include engineer work to the job posting. Don Bates told the members that you are dealing with an ATP unionized position and you can’t arbitrarily change the job description unless you go to the union to request a change.

Diane Battistello was interested in hiring an independent engineer to do perc testing. She has done some inquiries with other towns on fees for perc testing.

COMPLAINT/NEXT TO 610 HICKORY ROAD
The office received a complaint today on an old barn that was torn down and the debris was left on the property next door to 610 Hickory Road. Susan Shaw will investigate.

PHOTO ID
Don Bates mentioned that the members should have photo ID’s when they go out on complaint calls and Don Bates will inquire with some town departments. 

SELECTMEN’S MEETING/PIGEONS
Don Bates will write a letter to Susan Stocks requesting her to move the pigeon cage and a copy of the letter will go to the Selectmen.

GRIEVANCE
Motion made by Diane Battistello to deny Former Health Agent, Karl Drown’s grievance to get his job back.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

ADJOURN
Motion made by Susan Shaw to adjourn at 8:22 PM.
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
July 10, 2006   6:30 pm 

IN ATTENDANCE: DON BATES, CHAIRMAN; DIANE BATTISTELLO, MEMBER; SUSAN SHAW, MEMBER; KARL DROWN, HEALTH AGENT AND THE SECRETARY

VISITORS:  ROB CASPER, ASSISTANT HEALTH AGENT; ANNE MARIE FLEMING, PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE; MARY LOU DROWN, SHEILA MEDERNACH (91 LEONARD STREET) 

DON BATES OPENED THE MEETING AT 6:37 PM.

SUBDIVISIONS

CAMERON WOODS—The definitive subdivision plan has been approved by the Planning Board and is expected to be on town sewer.

CHRISTINA ESTATES—Motion made by Diane Battistello for the elected Board to be the approving authority for the septic system construction permits and that the Board will sign all of Christina Estates septic permits.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

CHAUNCEY VILLAGE—The subdivision plan had been rejected by the Board of Health and will come before the Planning Board for their review on July 20^th.

COBBLESTONE—This Board was granted an extension for review until July 31^st. The Board of health will meet with Dan Ottenheimer and DiPrete Engineering on July 24^th.

ASSISTANT HEALTH AGENT
Rob Casper, the town’s Assistant Health Agent has been reappointed for another year and came in to reacquaint himself with the Board. Rob stated that summertime is busy for inspections with the addition of swimming pools to inspect. 

PIGEON LOFT AT 83 LEONARD STREET
The neighbor, Sheila Maedernach is concerned with the feces that is on the grass under the cage and also wants the pigeon cage moved.
Diane Battistello will speak with the owner, Sue Stocks and suggest that she move the pigeons to WWI Memorial Park and for her to run a program to teach residents of how to care for home pigeons. Sue will have until August 1^st to move the pigeon loft. Karl will speak to a State Veterinarian on animal health. 

MINUTES

June 20, 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the minutes.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

Diane Battistello requested a copy of May 23, 2006 minutes to be emailed to her. 

HEALTH NURSE’S MONTHLY REPORT FOR MAY 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the report.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

HEALTH NURSE’S MONTHLY REPORT FOR JUNE 2006
Motion made by Susan Shaw to accept the report
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

HEALTH AGENT’S MONTHLY REPORT FOR MAY 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the report
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0 

HEALTH AGENT’S MONTHLY REPORT FOR JUNE 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the report
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0 

ASSISTANT HEALTH AGENT’S MONTHLY REPORT FOR MAY 2006
Motion made by Don Bates to accept the report
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

ASSISTANT HEALTH AGENT’S MONTHLY REPORT FOR JUNE 2006
Motion made by Don Bates to accept the report
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0 

LETTER/PUBLIC RECORDS
Mary Lou Drown presented a letter to the Board requesting a memorandum dated June 16, 2006 from Town Counsel and a draft of a response to an attorney’s letter dated June 15, 2006. Don Bates signed her letter requesting the public records. Mary Lou also commented on the Sun Chronicle cameraman that was at the last meeting, who was moving all around the room taking pictures while Mary Lou had to stay in her seat to video tape the meeting.

VOUCHERS
The Board reviewed the vouchers for the Attleboro Area Coalition, NACCHO and Mass. Association of Health Boards for yearly dues.
Motion made by Don Bates to sign the vouchers
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0 

TOWN COUNSEL
The Board reviewed Town Counsel’s monthly billing for June and Don Bates initialed all that applied to the Board members.

PERMITS AND LICENSE

a.                   Application for a Temporary Food license for Angell’s Two Cotton Candy of North Providence, RI for the Block Party.
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

b.                  Application for a Disposal Works Installer license for Ray DeBrum of Rehoboth, MA
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

c.                   Application for a Food Service license for Taste of India at the Mall
Motion made by Diane Battistello to table the license until the office receives a copy of the food manager’s certificate.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

d.                  Application for a Title V System Inspector license for Brian Murphy of B & D Septic Inspections of Hull, MA
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

e.                   Applications for Temporary Food licenses for NAHS Lacrosse Boosters and Fiesta Shows for Kid’s Day that took place on July 6-9^th which the Health Agent inspected.
A letter will be sent to the Fire Department asking them to get the applications into the office a month in advance of future Kid’s Day events.

      f.          Application for a Temporary Food license for the N.A. Park and Recreation for July            22-30
                  Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
                  Seconded by Susan Shaw
                  Vote 3-0

NAIL REGULATIONS
Diane Battistello stated that the proposed regulations should have gone to Town Counsel before it came before the Board. Diane will email her comments on the regulations to Karl. The secretary will email any information that was missed on transcribing of the tape in regards to the Nail Regulations.

GLOVE REQUIRMENTS FOR FOOD HANDLING
Demonstrators need to wear gloves that are serving food to the public. Diane Battistello inquired if the Board made a regulation for demos, how would it affect a waitress? Karl stated that you need to be specific on the regulation. Karl will write a draft regulation and email the members by the end of the week.

POLICY ON DOUBLE SIDED PHOTOCOPIES
The Board wants the agenda double sided. Karl informed the members that sometimes the automatic feeder gets jammed on the copy machine but we can try to double side the paperwork. 

COSMETIC LASER PROCEDURES
There are two businesses in town located on Orne Street that use cosmetic lasers. Diane Battistello is concerned with how well trained the person is that does cosmetic laser procedure.

GENERAL LEDGER
Diane Battistello requested a copy of June’s general ledger of the recorded vouchers.

EMAILS
Don Bates stated that members have a right to come into the office and make a request of any paperwork and that Karl acted inappropriately with Diane and it is something that should not be repeated. 

ADJOURN
Motion made by Diane Battistello to adjourn at 8:30 PM
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
July 6, 2006  7:00 pm

IN ATTENDANCE: DON BATES, CHAIRMAN; DIANE BATTISTELLO, MEMBER; SUSAN SHAW, MEMBER AND KARL DROWN, HEALTH AGENT

VISITORS: PAUL BELHAM, FRED BOTTOMLEY, HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTOR, CATHERINE CALICCHIA, SUN CHRONICLE REPORTER, AMY DEMELIA, CHRIS DION, ANNE MARIE FLEMING, SUSANNE JORDAN, SHAWN JORDE, CELESTE LEYDON, JIM MOONEY, LABOR COUNSEL, PAUL MULKERN, JOHN RHYNO, JOHN RISSER, MICHAEL ROBERTS, DOMINIC TEDINO, LARRY TILTON, ATTORNEY, STEVEN TORRES

DON BATES OPENED THE MEETING AT  7:06 PM AND INFORMED THE AUDIENCE THAT NO PUBLIC COMMENTS WILL BE ALLOWED.
MR. DROWN’S PRESENTATION & ACHIEVEMENTS OF PROBATIONARY GOALS
Karl Drown presented his accomplishments during the ninety day probation period. 

ADJOURN
Don Bates adjourned the meeting for twenty minutes to go to the office with Karl to get the complaint book and a few septic folders.

MR. DROWN’S PRESENTATION & ACHIEVEMENTS OF PROBATIONARY GOALS CONTINUED
Mr. Drown completed his presentation by commenting on his achievements on his goals regarding: septic permitting, Chauncey Estates subdivision, computer training, the health agent’s monthly report, subdivision notification, permits and license fees, nail regulations, budget practices, budget and town meeting articles, time spent assisting other departments and the community, and the town truck. The Board questioned Mr. Drown and asked for clarity on several occasions.

RECESS
Mr. Bates asked for a minute recess.

POLICY ON TOWN TRUCK
Mr. Bates asked the Board to revisit the issue of the Town truck.
Motion: Mr. Bates motioned to rescind the vote taken on May 16 regarding the Town truck.
Seconded: Ms. Battistello seconded the motion, with the condition that the Board will continue to follow up with the Union to see if the Board needed permission from the Union to require the Town truck stay in the Town yard in the evenings.
Vote 3-0, motion passed 

ADJOURN
Motion made by Diane Battistello to adjourn at 8:33 PM.
Seconded by Don Bates
Vote 3-0

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
June 20, 2006  7:00 pm

IN ATTENDANCE: DON BATES, CHAIRMAN; DIANE BATTISTELLO, MEMBER; SUSAN SHAW, MEMBER AND KARL DROWN, HEALTH AGENT

VISITORS: ANNE MARIE FLEMING, MARY LOU DROWN, CHARLES VALENZA, DAN SHARPLES; KELLY & PETER NARDELLI, SHEILA & JONATHAN MEDERNACH, MARISA CLOUTIER; BOB NORTON, STEVE CABRAL AND MIKE STANKOVICH

DON BATES OPENED THE MEETING AT 7:03 PM

PIGEON COMPLAINT

Sheila Medernach living at 91 Leonard Street, came before the Board with her complaint of pigeons being housed at 83 Leonard Street by homeowner, Susan Stocks. Sheila submitted an action needed report on June 8^th complaining of the odor and the location of where the pigeons are housed.

A)                Health Agent will visit the site to check for odor

B)                 Karl will speak with the Building Inspector regarding zoning regulations

C)                A letter will be sent to the Building Department

D)                A letter to the owner of the pigeons, asking to consider moving the cage to another location and to remove the odor

E)                 Sheila will receive copies of the letters
 

PERMITS AND LICENSES

A)                Application for a Disposal Works Installer license for Charles Valenza Jr. of Dedham, MA
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0 

SHARPLES COMPANY
Dan Sharples came before the Board to give an update. The Board came up with the solution to increase the smoke stack height to 20 feet and that has been completed.

BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS/ DETENTION BASINS
There was much discussion on who would have the authority to maintain the detention ponds and drainage on private property.
Copies of the changes on the Cobblestone Estates plans and the recommendations from Dan Ottenheimer, engineer for Mill River Consulting will be forwarded to the Department of Public Works. 

MINUTES

May 23, 2006
Motion made by Susan Shaw to accept the minutes with the changes to #7 changing line two-the word discuss should be discussed and adding to #12 section 5 Diane Battistello requested that Dan Ottenheimer witness the soil evaluation and the deep hole tests in the areas that are questionable due to the high water table. Add #6 that section 6 needs to be rewritten to tighten up the language, add #7 the property owner will be responsible for any maintenance during the construction period. Add #8 there needs to be a maintenance plan for the retention ponds.
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

MONTHLY REPORTS

The Nurse and Agent requested an extension for submitting their monthly reports until the next meeting.

PERMITS AND LICENSES

A.    Application for a Massage Establishment license for Kontempo Kutz-n-Nails at 32 N.Washington Street
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license pending the inspection by the Health Agent
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

B.     Application for a Temporary Food license for St. Mark’s Church at 105 Stanley Street
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

C.    Application for a Trash Haulers license for Andro Dumpster Company of 113 Mt. Pleasant View Avenue, Cumberland, RI
Motion made by Diane Battistello to table the license pending notification on how many trucks are they applying for one or two, if it is two they need to pay addition $50.00 fee.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

D.    Application for a Massage Therapist license for Heather Paone of 22 Cross Street, Smithfield, RI working at (The Right Touch)
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

E.     Application for a Massage Therapist license for Sandra Cahill of 15 Luke Street Wrentham, MA working at (Answer is Fitness)
Motion made by Susan Shaw to grant the license
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

F.     Application for a Massage Therapist license for Jessica Viveiros of 9 Hillside Avenue, Attleboro working at (Kontempo Kutz n Nails)
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

G.    Application for a Temporary Food license for Lowe’s Building Supplies at 1360 S. Washington Street, N.A.
Motion made by Susan Shaw to grant the license
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

H.    Application for a temporary Food license for Kid’s Day Association
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

I.       Application for a Massage Therapist license for Nicole Duarte of 1 Miller Street, Seekonk, MA working at (Answer is Fitness).
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

J.          Application for a Massage Therapist license for Stephanie Busch of 2 Dorothy Lane, Plainville working at (Salon 2000)
Motion made by Diane Battistello to table the license due to the TB test results not given and the doctor’s letter stating good health and free of communicable diseases wasn’t provided.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

     K.         Application for a Temporary Food license for Chris Bastien at the Mall
                   Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
                   Seconded by Susan Shaw
                   Vote 3-0

L.     Application for a Temporary Food license for All in the Family of Waltham, MA
Motion made by Susan Shaw to grant the license
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

M.   Application for a Hairdressing Establishment license for Facial Impression & Bohemia at 762 E. Washington St. N.A.
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license pending inspection by The Health Agent
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

LETTERS AND CORRESPONDENCE
Don Bates read Susan Shaw’s letter to the Planning Board regarding the Board of Health’s concerns with Christina Estates. The letter will be retyped and the members signature stamps will be used.

OLD BUSINESS

            PC TRAINING
The funding from the Emergency Preparedness Grant has come through and will pay for the staff computer training.

SCHEDULE OF LICENSE FEES
The Board reviewed license and permit fees.
Motion made by Don bates to accept the amended changes to the fee schedule as follows:

Perform soil site evaluation                  $100.
Title V System Inspector                     $100.
Disposal Works Installer                     $100.
Mobile Home Park                             $150.
Perform Perc Tests/Engineering           $100.
Septic Permit
Residence                                            $300.
Commercial                                         $500.
Repair with perc & plans                      $200.
Repair without perc & plans                 $100.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

MINUTES ON WEBPAGE
The software is ready but the password is needed from Keith.

NEW BUSINESS

POLICY- PROCEEDURE FOR MANAGING SUBDIVISIONS—deadlines on calendar
Diane Battistello added the definition for 30 day and 40 day window on her document.
Motion made by Don Bates to accept the policy
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

NAIL SALON REGULATIONS
Diane Battistello wants to add the definition of suspension and revocation. And on page 4-#3 under disposable materials—Diane wanted the word “each” disposal material be checked by the Board of Health. If on a septic system a DEP tight tank is required.
Karl will speak with Town Counsel regarding the proposed regulations.
The Board will have a public hearing on the Nail Salon regulations possibly on Tuesday, August 8, 2006.

MEETINGS
Monday, July 10^th and July 24^th.
The members will be emailed to confirm the meeting dates.

FOOD & GLOVES
Diane Battistello stated that the Mass. Dept. of Public Health adopted a regulation that anyone preparing or serving food such as sandwiches or cutting vegetables for the public must wear gloves and use utensils.
Diane Battistello will provide the wordage for the regulation.

ADJOURN
Motion made by Susan Shaw to adjourn at 9:57 PM.
Seconded  by Don Bates
Vote 3-0

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
May 23, 2006  7:00 pm

IN ATTENDANCE: DON BATES, CHAIRMAN; DIANE BATTISTELLO, MEMBER; SUSAN SHAW, MEMBER AND THE SECRETARY (KARL DROWN, HEALTH AGENT WAS ABSENT)

VISITORS: JASON CLOUGH & LEN BRADLEY FROM DIPRETE ENGINEERING; ANDY KUSHNER,ENGINEER FOR SPINNAKER GROUP AND THEIR ATTORNEY, DAVID MANOOGIAN; DAN OTTENHEIMER, MILL RIVER CONSULTING

DON BATES OPENED THE MEETING AT 7:00 PM.

MINUTES
March 13, 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the minutes with the change to #5 that it was Susan Shaw that made the motion and Don Bates seconded the motion.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

MINUTES
April 11, 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the minutes after adding to #8 Don Bates will not be voting on any items.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

MINUTES
April 25, 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the minutes with the following changes to #8 by replacing (the Board will submit a letter) with (Karl will write a cover letter and attach John Lavin’s letter to be sent to the Planning Board), add a sentence to #13 The members reviewed and signed a voucher for the annual meeting of the Massachusetts Environmental Health Association, add to #16 $157.00 for the Reserve Fund Transfer, #22 take out( Dr. Berlandi stated) and replace with,( in a letter from Dr. Berlandi, he had written)
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

MINUTES
May 16, 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the minutes after changing  #5 with Diane Battistello provided a cover letter and three documents that will be submitted to Attorney, David Gay 1) the Environmental Working Group release, “Harvard Study: Strong link between fluoridated water and bone cancer in boys” 2) the EPA Union’s concerns about fluoride toxicity. 3) Waters & Kraus law firm on fluoride litigation; change to #7 that it was Diane Battistello that made the motion and Susan Shaw seconded the motion; add to #12( Karl requested that the Board provide minutes and a letter) and on #12 remove of the last sentence;

#13 change to WORK HOURS instead of LOG and remove the first three sentences and replace with (Karl’s work hours were discussed); #22 replace with (There is no state law or standard for laser training. Don Bates stated that the Board will have a public hearing to discuss the use of lasers in North Attleboro. Diane Battistello has concerns about the safety of using lasers. Karl Drown will research those in the area that use lasers for medical purposes. Anne Marie will follow up by documenting a list of what the areas that might be of concern.), replace #25 with (the secretary was instructed to construct a template for taking minutes.) add to #26 Anne Marie will bring copies of the NIMS certificates to Chief Lamb.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

PERMITS AND LICENSES

a.                   Application for a Disposal Works Installer license for Charles Valenza Jr. of Dedham, MA
Motion made by Diane Battistello to table this license.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

b.                  Application for a Soil Site Evaluation license for Robert Ryan of Attleboro,MA
Diane Battistello verified that he does have a state license.
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

VOUCHERS
The members reviewed and signed a voucher under the Town Emergency Fund.

TOWN COUNSEL/ CHRISTINA ESTATES
Diane Battistello contacted Town Counsel to see if he had any information in response to her letter on whether the Board of Health has the authority to reconsider Christina Estates subdivision plans now that the 45 day period has passed and the developer’s attorney David Manoogian will not give an extension. Town Counsel has received the letter but has not answered it.

The members had just been informed that the Planning Board was in session with a public hearing on Christina Estates.

Diane Battistello motioned for the Board to write a letter to the Planning Board informing them that the Board of Health is still waiting for comments from Town Counsel. Diane Battistello will excuse herself from the Board of Health meeting to deliver the letter to the Planning Board at their meeting being held at the Police Department
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

RECESS
Diane Battistello motioned to take a 15 minute recess at 7:30PM, while she delivered the letter to the Planning Board
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

Don Bates brought the meeting back to order at 7:44PM.

COBBLESTONE ESTATES
Dan Ottenheimer of Mill River Consulting came before the Board for review of his comments and to hear DiPrete Engineering’s response.
      1.                  emergency shut off from detention ponds a shut off valve will be placed in a manhole so that a spill would be contained in the basin
      2.         stormwater systems in sensitive areas such as water supply each basin will have one inch of storage volume for water quality
      3.         snow removal in the subdivision snow will be plow to the side of the road and stockpiled at the end of the cul-de-sac
      4      concern with stagnant water at the detention basin Subdrains would be placed to dry out the basins  
      5.      Diane Battistello requested that Dan Ottenheimer witness the soil evaluation and the deep hole tests in the areas that are questionable due to the high water table.
      6.         Section 6 needs to be rewritten to tighten up the language
      7.         The property owner will be responsible for any maintenance during the construction Period.
      8.         There needs to be a maintenance plan for the retention ponds.

Don Bates motioned to ask the developer of Cobblestone Estates for an extension to the 45 day comment period until June 30^th.
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

The Board will meet with DiPrete Engineering, the Spinnaker Group and their Attorney, David Manoogian on June 19^th, to discuss Cobblestone Estates along with the Department of Public Works.
Dan Ottenheimer gave the members a copy of the subdivision control law.

SCHEDULE OF LICENSE FEES
The public hearing for license fees will be indefinitely postpone to a future meeting.

MEETING DATES FOR THE BOARD
June 19^th at the Police Department
July 10^th or 11^th

COBBLESTONE LETTER FOR ATTLEBORO
Diane Battistello motioned to construct a letter to the Attleboro Health Department and the Attleboro Water Department informing them that there are plans for a subdivision near the Seven Mile River known as Cobblestone Estates.
Seconded by Don Bates
Vote 3-0
Susan Shaw will write the letter.

FEMA
Diane Battistello presented her FEMA certificates to give to Anne Marie Fleming.

SUBDIVISION MANAGING DEADLINES
Diane Battistello gave Don Bates a copy of the procedure for managing subdivision to be entered into the office policy book. Don Bates had some suggestions for changes.

TRUCK
Diane Battistello gave Don Bates a copy of the policy for the town truck.

CONTRACT HOURS
Karl Drown and Anne Marie Fleming will need to request vacation time in writing, giving a two week notice, accept for emergency situations. Don Bates and Diane Battistello had reviewed this matter with Karl Drown. The Board establishes Karl’s work hours and he does not have the flexibility to change his work hours without notifying the Board.

FLUORIDE
Diane Battistello wants the Board to vote again on removing fluoride from the town’s water supply.

Diane Battistello motioned to reaffirm the Board’s position to remove fluoride from the water supply as soon as possible.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Opposed by Don Bates
Vote 2-1

Diane Battistello motioned to sent a letter to Attorney Gay and attach a letter that Diane had read on the internet from Senior Scientist, Kathleen Thiessen of` the National Research Council. Susan gave her approval for Diane to use her signature stamp on the letter.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Opposed by Don Bates
Vote 2-1

ADJOURN
Motion made by Susan Shaw to adjourn the meeting at 9:48 PM.
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
May 16, 2006    7:00 pm

IN ATTENDANCE: DON BATES, CHAIRMAN; DIANE BATTISTELLO, MEMBER; SUSAN SHAW, MEMBER AND KARL DROWN, HEALTH AGENT

VISITORS: ANNE MARIE FLEMING, PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE; MARY LOU DROWN; AMY DEMELIA, SUN CHRONICLE REPORTER

DON BATES OPENED THE MEETING AT 7:00 PM.

PERMITS AND LICENSES

a.                   Application for a Summer Day Camp for Central Congregational Church @ 115 Commonwealth Avenue
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license pending inspection by the Health Agent
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

b.                  Application for a Disposal Works Installer license for Charles Valenza Jr.of Dedham, MA
Motion made by Diane Battistello to table the license and have Mr. Valenza attend the next meeting, May 23, 2006 at 7:15 PM.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

c.                   Application to Perform Engineering for Daniel Campbell/Level Design Group at 365 E. Washington St. N.A.
Motion made by Susan Shaw to grant the license
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

      d.         Application for a Soil Site Evaluation license for Nick Falendola/Level Design Group of North Attleboro
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

      e.         Application for a Massage Therapist license for Kathryn J. Hartigan of 30 Juniper Road, N.A.
Motion made by Susan Shaw to grant the license
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

      f.         Application for a Food Service license for Quiznos Sub at 429 S.Washington St.
Motion made by Susan Shaw to grant the license pending the inspection by the Health Agent and copies of food certifications.
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0 

      g.         Application for a Disposal Works Installer license for Robert Ellston II/Ellston Excavating of North Attleboro
Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

      h.        Application for a Temporary Food license for Mary Lou Briggs at 1 Sleepy Hollow Circle, North Attleboro

Motion made by Diane Battistello to grant the license pending inspection by the Health Agent
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

i.           Application for a Temporary Food license for N.A. Cultural Council for Festival Of the Arts for June 17, 2006
Motion made by Susan Shaw to grant the license pending inspection by the Health Agent
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

 FLUORIDATION
Diane Battistello provided a cover letter and three documents that will be submitted to Attorney, David Gay 1) the Environmental Working Group release, “Harvard Study: Strong link between fluoridated water and bone cancer in boys” 2) the EPA Union’s concerns about fluoride toxicity 3) Waters & Kraus law firm on fluoride litigation.
Motion made by Diane Battistello for her and Susan Shaw to sign and send the letter.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Don Bates opposed
Vote 2-1

MINUTES

March 13, 2006
April 11, 2006
April 25, 2006

Motion made by Diane Battistello to table all of the above minutes
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

MINUTES
February 27, 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the minutes
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

MINUTES
March 6, 2006
Motion made by Susan Shaw to accept the minutes with the change to #5c by adding, the members will provide backup in the office so that training can be attended.
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

MINUTES
May 1, 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the minutes
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

 HEALTH NURSE’S MONTHLY REPORT FOR APRIL 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the report.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

 HEALTH AGENT’S MONTHLY REPORT FOR APRIL 2006
Motion made by Diane Battistello to accept the report
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

 TRUCK
Karl Drown requested that the Board provide minutes and a letter stating when the Board voted on this new policy that would require him to leave the town vehicle at the town hall overnight and to commute from home in his own vehicle. 

WORK HOURS
Karl Drown’s work hours were discussed.
Don Bates will contact the Human Resource Department regarding the Health Agent’s work hours as is stated in the union contract.

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD

Mary Lou Drown requested the following records from the Board:

1. Susan Shaw’s letter to Selectmen dated December 5, 2005 requesting a joint meeting with Selectmen on a personnel issue and documentation of a vote taken.
2. The minutes of the vote for the truck policy as refer to in an e-mail dated May 5, 2006 from Don Bates to Karl and any documentation prior to May 16^th.
3. In regards to the Human Resource letter delivered to her home in Rehoboth on January 27, 2006, Mrs. Drown requests the minutes, any supporting documentation, the posting of the open meeting or emergency meeting where the decision was made to have the letter delivered and the order to send the police to her home.

 LETTER OF REAPPOINTMENT
Motion made by Diane Battistello to approve and sign the letter for Robert Casper Jr. to be reappointed as the Assistant Health Agent for another year
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

The members would like Mr. Casper to attend the Board’s meeting in June.

VOUCHERS
The members reviewed the vouchers for the truck’s gasoline account, postage stamps and the pickup of medical waste for payment before signing them.

ASSISTANT HEALTH AGENT
Motion made by Diane Battistello for the Assistant Health Agent to have his own monthly report starting in June
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

 PC TRAINING
The office received the approval from the Emergency Management Coalition for 7 classes of computer training for the office staff.

 SCHEDULE OF LICENSE FEES
Karl Drown presented a draft of amended license fees to the Board for their review. The fees will be voted on at the June meeting.

 MEETING DATES FOR THE BOARD
May 23th meeting on Cobblestone Estates
June 19^th or June 20^th

 TRUCK POLICY
Motion made by Don Bates that the Health Agent is to commute to and from the office by his personnel vehicle. The town truck is to be used during the daytime for official use and parked at the Town Hall at night, effective immediately.
Diane Battistello seconded
Vote 3-0

Don Bates will sign the letter to Karl Drown for the new policy on the use of the town truck.

 LASER
There is no state law or standard for laser training. Don Bates stated that the Board will have a public hearing to discuss the use of lasers in North Attleboro. Diane Battistello has concerns about the safety of using lasers. Karl Drown will research those in the area that use lasers for medical purposes. Anne Marie will follow up by documenting a list of what the areas that might be of concern.

MAHB CERTIFICATION
Anne Marie Fleming has reserved spaces and will register the members for the MAHB Certification Program.

 BOARD OF HEALTH’S LEGAL COUNSEL
Susan Shaw suggested that the Board should have its own legal counsel present at workshops or public hearings.

Susan Shaw motioned that the members adopt a policy for attendance of legal counsel as it is written for the Board of Public Works and replace it with the Board of Health name which will go into effect immediately.
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Don Bates opposed
Vote 2-1

Susan Shaw motioned to postpone the effective date of the policy to have Board of Health legal counsel attend meetings, until a future meeting.
Seconded by Diane Battistello
Vote 3-0

TEMPLATE
The secretary was instructed to construct a template for taking minutes.

NIMS
Anne Marie Fleming reminded the member that they need to have NIMS training. Anne Marie will bring copies of the NIMS certificates to Chief Lamb.

 ADJOURN
Motion made by Diane Battistello to adjourn the meeting at 9:06 PM.
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

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NORTH ATTLEBORO BOARD OF HEALTH
Meeting minutes of
May 1, 2006    6:30 pm

IN ATTENDANCE: DON BATES, CHAIRMAN; DIANE BATTISTELLO, MEMBER; SUSAN SHAW, MEMBER AND KARL DROWN, HEALTH AGENT

VISITORS: NO VISITORS

DON BATES OPENED THE MEETING AT 6:35 PM.

COBBLESTONE
The Board received a letter from David Manoogian representing the Spinnaker Group, extending the Board’s time period for their comments on Cobblestone until June 1, 2006.

The Board discuss the commentary from Dan Ottenheimer of Mill River Consulting and will send comments to the Planning Board.

CHRISTINA ESTATES
Chairman, Don Bates signed a letter drafted by Diane Battistello to be sent to Robert Bliss asking his opinion on the Board’s options to comment on Christina Estates now that the 45 days has elapsed.

Diane Battistello drafted another letter to the Planning Board with the Boards concerns with the adequacy of drainage, sewerage and water facilities for Christina Estates. The Chairman signed the letter to the Planning Board.

ADJOURN
Motion made by Diane Battistello to adjourn at 7:08 PM
Seconded by Susan Shaw
Vote 3-0

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