| The meeting convened at 7:00 PM. Present
were Chairman Louis Fazen, III, Members Ruth C. Brefka,
and Nancy A. Sacco, Public Health Director Paul C. Pisinski
and Administrative Assistant Barbara M. Luther.
The minutes of the April 13, 2005 meeting were approved
with some discussion and the correction of a few typos.
Vouchers totaling $578.53 were approved
for payment from the Board of Health Budget.
Members were briefed on the agenda and any scheduled appointments.
DISCUSSION
Welcome and Orientation, Re-organization of the
Board of Health
Public Health Director, Paul C. Pisinski, using the Legal
Handbook for Boards of Health regarding “Organization
and Election of a Chairman”, explained how the Board
Members might want to re-organize the Board. He explained
that the only reason for appointing a “clerk”
would be to take a roll call vote in situations such as
going into Executive Session or to take a vote during Executive
Session. This clerk can be appointed now or at the time
that one would be required. Mr. Pisinski further explained
the reasons for going into Executive Session. The Board
decided to wait to appoint a clerk until one might be necessary.
Mrs. Brefka moved that Louis Fazen be made chairman of the
Board of Health.
Dr. Fazen advised the members that he would take the Chairmanship
very seriously. He stated that he would be responsible for
setting meeting dates and times, working with the staff
to set agendum. He continued to explain his vision for the
Board of Health, stating that he believes that all three
(3) members must be present during meetings to properly
fulfill their duty to serve the people. Dr. Fazen said that
he felt that alternating meetings on both afternoon and
evenings that the Board will better accommodate the needs
of the public. Dr. Fazen said that as Chairman he would
like to set the direction for the Board in the coming year
with the marquee items being Smoking Cessation, addressing
Obesity Issues and Emergency Preparedness/Homeland Security.
Of course, Emergency Preparedness/Homeland Security would
be addressed in conjunction and with the cooperation of
the State and Federal governments, and the Region 4A consortium.
Mrs. Brefka agreed with Dr. Fazen’s vision indicating
that each item must be addressed in manageable portions.
Dr. Fazen asked new member, Nancy Sacco, what she might
like to see the Board address. Mrs. Sacco stated that she
would like to listen and learn before she suggested any
direction for the Board.
Mrs. Brefka again nominated Dr. Fazen as Chairman of the
Board of Health, Mrs. Sacco seconded the nomination and
Dr. Fazen accepted.
At 7:30 PM Dr. Fazen adjourned the regular meeting to
be reopened after the Public Hearing regarding 42
Gilmore Rd. Present was Claudia Krug of Wind River
Environmental. She provided the Board with receipts of notice
to abutters and made her presentation to the Board. Ms.
Krug explained the revisions to the previously submitted
plan reflected D.E.P.’s comments. Mr. Pisinski explained
the reason for the Public Hearing on this upgrade as follows.
Because the conditions were too wet to do a percolation
test, a sieve analysis of the soil was done and the plan
was approved. However, D.E.P. sited a regulation, which
states that abutters must be notified and a Public Hearing
must be held if a sieve analysis is done in lieu of a percolation
test. Therefore, the plan is being resubmitted for review
at this Public Hearing. Mr. Pisinski also explained the
process to Mrs. Sacco, specifically the Title 5 Code and
“maximum feasible compliance” in cases of Upgrades
to existing systems. The Board approved the variance as
submitted. The Public Hearing closed and the regular meeting
opened at 7:45 PM.
Scheduling Next Meeting The Board discussed
meeting during the summer months and decided that, as they
did last year, the Board will not hold any meetings during
the months of July and August, unless something arises to
necessitate a meeting. Public Health
Director, Paul Pisinski will sign vouchers during the Summer
months, and copies will be provided to the Board in the
Fall. The Board also scheduled the June meeting
for Wednesday, June 15, 2005 at 2:00 PM in the Thomas McAuliffe
Hearing Room.
Tobacco Control Program During the discussion
of the April 13, 2005 minutes the Tobacco Control Program
was discussed. Members were given a copy of the letters
of congratulation that were sent out after a compliance
check showed 100% adherence with the regulations against
selling tobacco products to minors. Mr. Pisinski explained
the history of Tobacco Control Projects in Southborough,
including the former Rte 9 Tobacco Control Consortium, the
educational program that once existed along with the compliance
check. He advised that the new Worcester Regional Tobacco
Control Program hopes to again devote efforts toward education
once money is available. The Board Members requested that
another letter commending the vendors for a second 100%
compliance check be sent as a result of the May 5, 2005
check.
Paul C. Pisinski’s partial retirement -
In reviewing the minutes Mrs. Brefka asked about Mr. Pisinski’s
offer to train his replacement during the 2–3 year
period of his part-time employment with the Town. Mr. Pisinski
explained that his letter regarding his retirement was only
to fulfill the requirements of his contract by notifying
the Board of his intent to continue (or end) his employment
contract with them. He advised that he will provide a copy
of his contract to the members at the next meeting and in
the fall will submit an outline of his proposal for their
review.
2 Woodland Rd. Mrs. Brefka asked about
the number of years that the sub-surface sewage disposal
system has been an unresolved issue, noting that it appears
to dates back to 1997. Mr. Pisinski explained the delays
that have occurred, advising that the design engineer claims
that the Southborough Conservation Commission is refusing
to look at the sub-surface sewage disposal plans until their
Orders of Condition from previous violations with wetland
regulations are met. Mr. Pisinski asked if the Board of
Health would like him to contact Town Counsel for advise
on how to proceed.
Dr. Fazen stated that he felt that the Board should set
a deadline to begin the repair of the failed sub-surface
sewage disposal system suggesting that if the deadline were
not met the building would have to be closed. He felt that
thirty (30) days would be adequate and the other members
agreed. Mr. Pisinski explained that at the end of the thirty
(30) days, if Mr. Heavy doesn’t’ close the building
the issue would have to go to court. Mr. Pisinski believes
that a judge would want to hear all arguments and issues
pertaining to the delay in compliance.
The Board members asked Mr. Pisinski to draft a letter stating
that the building will be closed in thirty (30) days unless
construction has begun to completely replace the Fail Subsurface
Sewage Disposal System. Mr. Pisinski is to have Town Counsel
review the letter and determine if it should be sent.
Approval of Fuss & O’Neill Inc. Invoice
# 0097862 – Stream Sampling $2,028.00 Invoice
to be paid from the Selectmen’s “Engineering
Professional Services” Account Board Members refused
to approve the Fuss & O’Neill invoice until it
is itemized and they understand what services were conducted.
Southborough’s Critical Infrastructure Sites
for Region 4A - Dr. Fazen and Mr. Pisinski explained
the GIS activities that the Metropolitan Area Planning Council
(MAPC) has been hired to do. The Southborough Board of Health
staff has begun the process by listing the critical infrastructure
facilities, the title and telephone number of the contact
person, and other pertinent information such as generators,
or shelter sites. Each site is then numbered on a map. The
MAPC will take this information for its GIS mapping. During
the discussion it was noted that the town must identify
an Emergency Dispensing Facility; a site that would be most
convenient to provide something like mass inoculations,
etc. It appears that the Trottier Middle School would be
Southborough’s best location. Mr. Pisinski advised
that Beth Collins, Region 4A coordinator for these facilities,
had agreed to attend a Southborough Board of Health Meeting.
Dr. Fazen suggested that the Southborough School Committee
Chairman and the Facilities Manager should also be invited
to a meeting. Dr. Fazen agreed to contact the School Committee
Chairman and invite him to the meeting; Mr. Pisinski will
contact the Facilities Manager and the Local Emergency Committee
Chairman and have them call Dr. Fazen. Dr. Fazen stated
that he wanted to be sure that this was a cooperative venture
and that the Board of Health shouldn’t be isolated,
but that we always cooperate with other departments.
At the next meeting the Board will discuss how to promote
the Emergency Preparedness Plan.
Fire Chief would like to know who to call in case
of emergencies involving food establishments or other public
health issues during the weekends or night time hours.
This item was tabled until the Board has more information
on what the parameters of the request entail.
Participation in Medicare Health Plan Reimbursement
Program for Influenza/pneumoccal vaccine –
(Barbara Luther would have to attend an annual training
session and the Board would have to sign an annual letter
of participation) The Board approved participation in this
program.
Review of “Southborough Employee (non-union)
Appraisal/Evaluation This item was tabled due to
the lateness of the hour.
Information on possibility of purchasing Flu Vaccine
This item was also tabled.
Stinky Stream/Other Complaint Issues - Mr.
Pisinski explained that more “Stinky Stream”
issues in town have recently come to his attention. He will
have a more complete report later but wanted that Board
Members to be aware of what is going on. He also told the
Board that a notice would have to be sent to 38 Turnpike
Rd. He has investigated a complaint regarding the property
and found it has a failed cesspool flowing onto a neighbor’s
yard, which houses a private day care. Mr. Pisinski explained
that the issue will quite probably end up in court, but
the first step is to send a notice advising the property
owner of what must be done within a specified number of
days. The notice will have to acknowledge that if the property
owner feels that he is being unfairly sited he may present
any dissenting information indicating that he is not at
fault to the Board at a regularly scheduled meeting of the
Board. The Board Members unanimously agreed that Mr. Pisinski
should send the notice.
The following License(s) and Permit(s) signed by
the Public Health Director:
Robert Merlino Mobile Food New
Gary H. Lynde Installer Renewal
Lee Billiard – Mass Pro Soccer Day Camp Renewal
Frank Murphy, Jr. Hauler Renewal
Frank Murphy, Jr. Installer New
George Noble/John Wentzell – Fay School Day Camp Renewal
George Noble/John Wentzell – Fay School Pool Renewal
Mike Sharon Installer Renewal
Scott Hartwell Installer Renewal
2005008 17 White Bagley Rd. 46/4 4 Bedroom New
2005009 42 Gilmore Rd. 6/1 3 Bedroom Complete Replacement
2005010 6 Cross St. 75/33 4 Bedroom Complete Replacement
9801002 150 Parkerville Rd. 19/86 4 Bedroom New
9801003 10 Lynbrook Rd. 51/10A 4 Bedroom New
2005011 12 Lynbrook Rd. 51/10B 4 Bedroom New
2000091 147 Cordaville Rd. 28/4 200 GPD Complete Replacement
2002066 55 Central St. 38/40 4 Bedroom Revision Complete
Replacement
2005008 75 Deerfoot Rd. 34/55 4 Bedroom UPDATE/REVISION
New
The meeting adjourned at 9:10 PM
Respectfully submitted by: Barbara M. Luther, Administrative
Assistant to the Board of Health
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