HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-12-10 Board of Health MinutesBoard of Health Meeting
DECEMBER 10, 1998
The meeting was called to order at 6:12 P.M. Reading Town Hall, Berger Room, and 16
Lowell Street, Reading, Massachusetts by Chairman James J. Nugent. Member Nancy
Carlson and staff liaison Jane Fiore were present.
Minutes of the November 12,1998 meeting were accepted as read (vote 2:0:0). The
minutes of the June 11, 1998 meeting were tabled due to the compliment of Board
members present.
New Business
• Update on the Electromagnetic Radio waves issue at and around the reserve
water towers. DPH Radiation Control Program, Robert Watkins, came to
Reading to visit and record the electromagnetic field inside 28 houses by
appointment. Will be on May 12, 1999.
• Hepatitis B immunization program in place for grades 6 - 12 year 3. Report
will be completed for the Board by January 1999 after the initial immunization
clinic.
• Title 5-update abandonment list and repair list distributed to the Board
members. At present time 26 completed. 3 loans completed.
• Health Fair planned for March with over 50 exhibitors.
Old Business
• Discussion regarding Cynthia Richards three meeting excuse. She will return
to the Board by February.
Meeting Adjourned at 6:30 PM
Next meeting January 14, 1999
Respectfully submitted by,
ane M. Fiore, RN,CHO
Health Services Administrator
Old Business
• Report on Youth Risk Behavior Survey - Copies will be given to the Board.
The issues such as increase sexual activity decreased physical activity and
increased depression and suicide thoughts and attempts were discussed. The
Board was informed of programs being discussed and planned by the
Substance Abuse Prevention Advisory Council.
• Administrative update
• Noise complaint at car wash resolved
• Electromagnetic field issue discussed
• Restaurant - administrative meeting with local restaurant was discussed.
• Flu clinic update -close to 2100 shots administered. 3100 does
distributed. Attached report comparing 1997 to 1998
Adjourned at 7: 10 PM
Next meeting December 10, 1998
Submitted By:
Jane M.Fiore, CHO