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February 14, 2008 R E,!,, D`I C, M A S S,
The Board of Health meeting was called to order on Febru l6EC0M atA:0123 by
Chairman Barbara Meade at the Berger Room, Town Hall. Those present at the meeting
were Barbara Meade, Colleen Seferian, and Dr. David Singer.
In attendance: Valerie Mata - owner Natural Food Exchange, Ronald Wood, owner 167
Washington Street, Nick Nikoloau, Vice President, Engineering, Danis Reading LLC,
Larry Ramdin, Staff Liaison/ Health Services Administrator.
OLD BUSINESS
Minutes January 10, 2008 were read and accepted 3:0:0
NEXT ORDER OF BUSINESS
McDonald's Hearing
A hearing was called per the request of Mc Donald's 413, Main Street. The Health
Administrator advised that he was in contact with McDonald's and was advised by Mr.
Robert Broughton, Operations Manager, that he was unable to attend as he was out of
town, and asked for a postponement to the next meeting. Further, his request concerned
the installation of handsinks in the ware-washing and fryer areas and he has made an
appointment to meet with the Health Administrator on February 27 at 10:00 am. The
Board considered the request for rescheduling the hearing and voted 3:0:0 to deny the
request for a postponement and since, no one showed for the hearing the Board, the board
upholds the Inspector's findings.
New License request - Natural Food Exchange
Valerie Mata - owner Natural Food Exchange was in attendance requesting a food
establishment permit. She described her operation as a Natural Food store that will sell
only pre-packaged food. Larry Ramdin advised that he has reviewed the application and
plans for the "Natural Food Exchange" and recommended approval of the application.
The Board discussed Ms Mata's request and voted to approve 3:0:0, the permit
application pending inspection of the facility and compliance with public health codes.
Request for variance from the requirements of the plumbing Code: Danis
Properties, One General Way.
Mr. Nick Nickoloau requsted that the Board support a variance to the plumbing code for
a Creative Playthings space at One general Way, the site is a small children's toy store
that will have a maximum employees, no toilet facilities will be provided for customers.
Larry Ramdin advised the Board that he reviewed the request and supporting
documentation, also he has had discussion with Ed Cirigliano, Plumbing Inspector, who
indicated that he has no objection to the request. The board discussed the request and
voted to approve the request 3:0:0 .
167A Washington Street
Ron Wood owner, 167A Washington asked to be heard as he had a complaint against the
Larry Ramdin, Health Administrator, Mr. Wood requested that Mr. Ramdin leave the
meeting during his presentation, the Chair rejected the request. Mr. Wood complained
that he was required to replace a good stair treads at the rear entrance of his property, and
he was requesting compensation, for the cost of the treads he replaced because he
believes it was unnecessary; one of the stair treads was shown to the Board, treads was
cracked in places. Mr. Ramdin advised the board that the order to replace the reads was
made under the chapter II of the state sanitary Code and Mr. Wood was so ordered
because the treads were loose and cracked at one end and did pose a hazard. Further Mr.
Wood was within his right to appeal the order to the Board in writing, if he was aggrieved
with the decisions of the Inspector within seven (7) days. No such appeal was filed. If
Mr. Wood believes that he was not treated fairly he should seek judicial relief. The Board
agreed and Mr. Wood was advised that the Board would not consider his petition for
reimbursement and if he wishes he could seek judicial relief for his complaint.
Mr. Wood also advised that he has a tenant with whom he has issues, the latest being a
complaint to the Health Division that her high electrical bill is due to his machinations.
An inspection a was carried out at the location and it was determined that only one light
in the basement stairwell operates on Ms. Racca's electrical service , this light an only be
used, if Ms Racca has access to the area and she has been advised on her lease that she is
responsible for the common light. Mr. Wood produced a copy of Ms. Racca's lease that
showed that she is responsible for common hallway lights. Mr. Wood was advised that
the Health Division has no issues in the matter based on the terms of the lease and the
findings of the inspection at this property.
Administrative report
The Health Administrator presented his report to the Board. The Board enquired report
was accepted.
Larry Ramdin intimated that he is having discussions with community groups, to
volunteer a part of a community emergency response team to staff clinics and provide
support services in emergencies.
Larry Ramdin has advised that a Food Safety training was held at the Senior Center on
February 12, for volunteer organizations who serve event meals to the Seniors.
The Board was advised of the State discussion on Regionalization on February 29, in
Marlborough. Larry Ramdin will attend.
The Board was advised that the Division is dealing with an ongoing noise complaint at 15
Tennyson Circle, the Division, has requested a Noise meter from the MA Department of
Environmental Protection, when we have acquired the meter, ambient noise levels, to
seek resolution of the complaint.
The Board was advised that Larry Ramdin will be attending a Public Health Emergency
Preparedness Conference in Atlanta from February 18-22. The Andover Health Director
will be providing coverage during this period.
The Board was advised that a meeting was held on February 8, with Ben Tafoya,
Selectman, Peter Hechenbleikner, Town Manager, Carol Kowalski, Community Services
Director, Colleen Hennessey-Seferian, Board of Health, and Larry Ramdin, Health
Services Administrator, met to discuss the issues /concerns surrounding temporary Food
permits and service of complex meals at temporary events. The Health Division is
making outreach to the volunteer groups to discuss licensing of temporary events and
public health concerns surrounding service of potentially hazardous food.
There being no other business Colleen Seferian made a motion to adjourn seconded by
Barbara Meade with a 3:0:0 vote. Meeting adjourned 8:35 pm