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2 Prasad Bobba, the owner of Arka Restaurant, stated there is no need to hire a food consultant without the construction permit approved and construction started. Ms. Belanger explained that part of reason to hire a food consultant was to get through the permitting process. The owner has not submitted the required documentation, and the food consultant can help with the food plan review and get the proper equipment in place. Mr. Bobba stated there is no purpose of hiring a food consultant, as there are no employees since they are closed. The contractor and architect are in place. Ms. McCartin stated the food consultant can help with floor plan review, certain parts of food code, and eventually train staff which will help the restaurant to be in compliance to be reopened. Mr. Bobba stated he will hire a food consultant. Dr. Heiger-Bernays suggested the health department to provide a food consultant list since Mr. Bobba stated he does not have a list of consultants. Ms. McCartin will supply list to Mr. Bobba. Food Establishment – Update: Non-compliance - Repeated violations for expired food Alexandria’s Convenience Store – 335 Woburn St Richard Mucci, attorney, representing the owner attended the meeting. Ms. Belanger explained the repeated violations for expired food and the reasoning behind the recommendation to hire a food consultant. Ms. Belanger also stated in this case, as the establishment continues to be open, it is required training for the staff to understand the food code and how to stay in compliance with the food code. Mr. Mucci stated the owner has attempted to hire a food consultant, and is trying to secure a contract. The owner has purchased computers and Clover system an automated system to catalog all food inventory and that the inventory was uploaded or nearly all uploaded. He stated the owner understands these violations, and takes this matter seriously. Mr. Mucci also stated that the owner was getting guidance from Eric Newton, who is associated with D’Agostino’s. Dr. Perlmutter stated it was upsetting at the last meeting when it was learned the number of visits that the inspectors made regarding to outdated foods. He is happy to hear that Clover system has been put in place. Ms. Belanger pointed out that the food consultant is not just to make sure that they take expired ready-to-eat food off the shelves. The food consultant can also help with the food preparation area, what equipment needs are, and work with building and fire department to get the business running. Dr. Heiger-Bernays stated there needs to be a contract with food consultant, and a contract needs to be confirmed. These violations will be no longer acceptable. There should be an inspection scheduled before next meeting. Dr. Perlmutter asked if there is a desire to resume the food preparation portion of the business and that cannot be started without a food consultant. He would like to see an inspection done before next meeting.