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538 Sanitarian Resignation Board of Hlth Member Replacement Mosquito Larviciding Program: Tophet Dr. Finkelstein questioned Jayne on what the V.N. actually do. Mrs. Tapia stated they handle the Blood Pressure Clinics and also what the weight of the elderly, cover communicable disease follow-up and health promotion. Dr. Finkelstein said he believed the town should undertake a serious review of programs that visiting nurses offer the town and any contract should be reviewed by both health and human services with only one being accountable. Dr. Goldmann requested some specific material and a copy of the contract before the next Board meeting - a breakdown of effort levels of the three areas - also, a comparison of rates from other towns. Dr. Goldmann feels the budget could only be 5% inflation. Dr. Finkelstein said 22% increase is too large. The Board decided against making any decisions until another meeting time. Mr. Smith, Dr. Finkelstein and Steve Baran of Human Services, would meet with Jayne Tapia at the Visiting Nurses Association in Arlington where they could go over all the records. Jayne Tapia thanked the Board and adjourned at 8:35 p.m. Mr. Smith announced that Sanitarian Jacqueline Selway has resigned. She is planning to take a job in the private sector as a real estate appraiser. Mr. Smith said he was hopeful that a replacement could be found shortly. Mr. Smith indicated that the Town Manager was working to find a replacement to fill Dr. Asarkof's vacancy. Mr. Smith indicated that Dr. Linda Roemer, a past Board member was available and there is a possibility she might return to the Board. Mr. Smith indicated the larviciding program for Tophet swamp was scheduled for today (April 21). It had been delayed due to the weather, however, it is thought that we could complete this project before the day was over. The project utilized BTI, a Biological Pesticide which is used specifically for mosquito or black fly control. This materials has virtually no impact on non -target species. Dr. Goldmann mentioned he spoke to Bob Delulio again, who said he could not and did not have time to answer all the questions they requested. Dr. Gold- mann told him to pick about three questions. He was especially interested in AIDS Program and Lifeline on Channel 4. The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. A tentative date of May 12, 1987 was selected for the next meeting. The following permits were signed by the Board: Animal Permits John D. Chiesa, Jr. - 8 horses 44 Adams Street Marjorie M. Cupp - 2 horses 171 Woburn Street Nancy Canzenelli - 1 large pony 21 Heritage Drive Eugene T. Delfino - 1 horse & 94 Reed Street 1 pony