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Home My WebLink About2008-12-11 Board of Health Minutesv BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING 1.0 V C C ~R ~ 0 N C L E R K MINUTES {r F S December 11, 2008 t u > r1 S . ~ The Board of Health meeting was called to order on December 11, A 44 ':(~~pm byJ: Chairman Barbara Meade at the Berger Room, Town Hall. Those present at the meeting were Barbara Meade Chair, and Colleen Seferian and Dr. David Singer. In attendance - Helene and Thomas Storrs- Swiss Bakers, Jorge Salazar, Massimo Fiume- Ristorante Pavarotti, Paritosh and Beena Patel- The Wine Shop and Larry Ramdin, Staff Liaison/ Health Services Administrator. OLD BUSINESS Minutes of meeting held on November 13, 2008 were read and accepted 3:0:0 New licenses Ristorante Pavarotti- 601 Main Street Massimo Fiume and Jorge Salazar appeared before the Board to petition for a new Food Establishment license. The Board was advised that the restaurant is required to install an handsink in the warewashing area to comply with the requirements of the 1999 Food Code and 105 CMR 590.00. Mr. Fiume reacted with surprise and took objection to the handwashing requirement. The Health Administrator advised that it was required, further the restaurant installed a separator wall to the kitchen despite assuring the Health Division that no construction was going to take place at the facility. Mr. Salazar the Certified Food Manager, gave assurances that the handsink will be installed. The Board voted to approve the Food Establishment license pending installation of a handsink in the warewashing area prior to opening and final inspection and approval by the Health Division, 3:0:0 The Wine Shop- 676 Main Street The Wine Shop is transferring ownership and Paritosh and Beena Patel, representing the new ownership has petitioned the Board approve their application for a Food Establishment Permit. The Board was advised by the Health Administrator that there will be no change in the operation; however the new ownership is considering applying for a tobacco permit to sell cigars. The Facility has to install a handsink in the warewashing area. Due to the low risk of the operation, the Health Administrator recommended approval of the application pending installation of a handsink in the warewashing area within ninety (90) days of ownership. The Board voted to approve the application with the condition that a handsink has to be installed within 90- days of ownership change and final inspection and approval by the Health Division , 3:0:0 Swiss Bakers- 32 Lincoln Street Thomas and Helene Storrs petitioned to Board to approve their request for a Food Establishment permit at 32 Lincoln Street ( at the Train Station). The Storrs have been conducting business in Reading, for a few years, but outgrew their present location. Mr. Storrs commended the Health Division and in particular the Health Administrator for all the advice, assistance and patience given to them as they sought a new facility, the major reason that they staying in Reading is despite the high rents their positive experiences with the Health Division is unmatched in all their years of experience in the Food trade. The proposal is to conduct baking operations and a retail Swiss Coffee shop at the location. The store has options to expand onsite if the need arises. Final plans are to be submitted The Health Administrator advised that interim drawings and proposals have been submitted to the Health Division and he recommends approval of the application pending final inspection and approval by the Health Division. The Board voted to approve the application pending final inspection and approval by the Health Division. 3:0:0 Administrative Report The Board accepted the Health Administrator's report. 3:0:0. The Board congratulated the Health Administrator and the entire Health Division for its efforts at the Flu Clinic and EDS drill. The Health Administrator advised that the Drill will continue and we have learned New Business The Board was advised of a complaint of a foreign object in Hamburger that was purchased from McDonald's Main Street, Reading that made the news and National websites. The issue was not viewed as a case of deliberate tampering but an accidental introduction of a foreign object into the food. The food was embargoed and taken out of the service stream, product was returned to the manufacturing facility under an embargo in cooperation the USDA No further reports of similar incidents were reported, no physical injury was reported. No further action necessary. The Board enquired as to the rationale for the training seminar that was requested by the Board of Selectmen(BOS), they were advised that it was as a result of issues discussed at a Board of Selectmen's meeting, on October 28, 2008. The Board of Health reviewed the recording and welcomed the suggestion of an annual training for volunteer groups and the suggested meeting with representatives of the Board of Selectmen to discuss concerns noted at the meeting. They were deeply concerned at remarks about the enforcement of Board of Health regulations and would seek further clarification from representatives of the Board of Selectmen. Barbara Meade Chair of the Board will contact Ben Tafoya, BOS Liaison to the BOH and invite him to a BOH meeting to discuss same. Other Business There being no other business Colleen Seferian made a motion to adjourn seconded by Barbara Meade with a 2:0:0 vote. Meeting adjourned at 8:35 pm