Members Present: Sarah Scheinfein, Tina Shenko, John Wentzell
Members Absent: None
Others Present: Dennis Costello (Sanitation Agent)
Recorder: Melanie Rich
General Business
Vouchers were approved.
A motion was made by John Wentzell to approve the Meeting Minutes dated January 28, 2013 with changes; Tina Shenko seconded; all agreed; motion approved.
March 25th was confirmed as the next meeting date.
Agent’s Report
Flu Season – The season is over for holding flu clinics. Work will start for the next flu season (purchasing vaccines) around July. An article to amend the revolving flu clinic account will be brought to town meeting in May asking to increase the monies allowed to expend from $600 to $3000.
Sharps Disposal – Dennis purchased 50 small containers at a cost of $2.39/each and 5 large containers at a cost of $4.29/each. It is uncertain how many residents will require a container. There were concerns on how to secure the containers before bringing to the office. A flyer will be given out with each container. Sarah will tentatively attend a senior lunch on March 12th to inform them.
Dennis said he was asked by residents if we would be accepting pharmaceuticals as well. The police sponsor a prescription take back day for old medication. This year it will be April 27th from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. It will be put on the website with a link to the information in April.
Revolving Fund – This was discussed earlier under “Flu Season”.
Tahanto School – The Building Department has extended the temporary occupancy permit. Dennis spoke with the school last month and has not heard back. The board will not sign off until all that is required is received.
Mosquito Control (Outdoor Recreational People) – Tim Deschamps will attend the March 25th meeting. In the meantime, Sarah asked the members to come up with any questions that Tim can answer with regard to outdoor bans, etc.
Permit Policy (Failure to Pull a Permit) – There have been several occurrences where permits are being paid for after-the-fact. The Building Department doubles the permit fee. The board agreed this was a good idea. Tina made a motion that failure to pull a permit or license will result in the doubling of the permit fee; John seconded; all agreed; motion approved.
School Street Lot – This was a parcel the town sold at auction. Henry Lane was before the board approximately six months ago. Mr. Lane submitted an application in January with a sketch where the proposed septic will go. Dennis told him that the sketch does not meet our regulations, but Mr. Lane said that does not stop him from testing and submitting a plan for the board to review. Dennis agreed and will test for the fourth time.
Mass Department of Health Mini Grant – Dennis will forward the email he received to Sarah. He said the parameters are the same as last year. The board will more than likely go again with the sunscreen and try for $500. Because poor feedback was received, the follow-up will need to be different.
Sarah asked about the Water District incident that was discussed last month. Dennis said that particular incident required notification to the board within 30 days, which was done. It did not trigger any further action.
PLAN REVIEW
Lot 5 Longley Hill (Farooq Ansari) – Approved.
Lot 6 Longley Hill (Farooq Ansari) – Needs revisions.
Lot 7 Longley Hill (Farooq Ansari) – Needs revisions.
Plan Extension for 48 Cook Street – Approved.
Sarah made a motion to adjourn; John seconded; all agreed. The meeting was adjourned at 7:17 p.m.
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