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4 months after the date the permit is issued. The Board of Health will review to determine the status in 6 months after the date the permit is issued. Only ServSafe-certified employees will be able to prepare the food items using the sous vide technique and Craft Food Hall Project must submit all copies of employees’ ServSafe certification. Craft Food Hall Project must submit paperwork stating that all staff have read and understand the HACCP plan, and that once training is complete, a training document is signed and kept on file for each employee stating they understand all aspects of the HACCP plan. Craft Food Hall Project must send a copy of the signature page to the Lexington Office of Public Health.” Dr. Heiger-Bernays seconds the motion. The Board voted unanimously. Tobacco Control Update The Board of Health reviewed and discussed the reports provided by the inspector. During the meeting, Ms. Belanger informed the Board that Marissa Morello, the current Tobacco inspector, is no longer working for the coalition as she has taken up a new job in another town. The Board raised some questions and concerns about the absence of the inspection. Ms. Belanger addressed their queries and concerns by providing answers and clarifications. Health Staff Reports Staff provided their monthly reports answered questions and clarified any concerns. Directors Report: Ms. Belanger shared some exciting news regarding the Health Department's efforts to combat opioid overdoses in our community. The department has been approved for a community Naloxone (Narcan) purchase program and has also received approval for controlled substance registration, as well as completed necessary training. This means that the Health Department can now order Naloxone free of charge from the State to provide doses to residents as part of the opioid settlement task force known as START. Ms. Belanger explained that the Health Department has put together a rescue kit that contains Fentanyl strips, a CPR mask, and gloves, with the addition of Narcan to come soon. Eventually, Narcan kits will also be made available to the public. Furthermore, the rescue kits will be given to first responders to have in their patrol cars to administer or distribute as needed. Adjournment Dr. Geller made a motion to adjourn at 9:11 p.m. Dr. Perlmutter seconded. Motion carried 4 to 0.