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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1949-11-171 BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING November 17, 1949 A regular meeting of the Board of Health was held in the Selectmen's -Room, Town Office Building on Thursday afternoon, November 17, 1949 at 3:00P. M. Chairman Cosgrove, Messrs. Russell, McQuillan and Jackson were present. The Clerk was also present. Each member of the Board was presented with a de- tailed report of the activities of the Health Sanitarian for the period October 21, 1949 through November 16, Sanitarians; 1949. Report It was the opinion of the Board that some effort should be made to bring the rating of the establishments selling food and also the food stores up to a higher standard. Upon receipt of Mr. Jackson's next report, letters are to bd written to all those whose ratings are less than "good". A lengthy discussion was held relative to fact Garbage that Connors' Brothers garbage trucks, while collecting Trucks gargage and also when parked in Lexington Center, are not covered. Upon motion of Mr. Russell, seeonded by Mr. McQuillan, it was voted to authorize the Chairman to contact Mr. Connors and ask his co-operation. Letter was received from the State Department of Public Health advising the Board that Mr. Jackson's Slaughter nomination as Inspector of Slaughtering for the year Inspector ending March 31, 1950 has been approved. Upon motion of Mr. McQuillan, seconded by Mr. Russell, it was voted to appoint Richard F. Jackson as Inspector of Slaughtering for the unexpired term ending March 31, 1950. Letter was received from the State Department of Public Health requesting an inspection of the premises Home for of the Lexington Home for Aged People, Inc. 2027 Mass- Aged ahcusetts Avenue. Mr. Jackson made an inspection and gave a favorable report. Upon motion of Mr. Russell, seconded by Mr. Mc- Quillan,it was voted to recommend inspection by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for license. Application was received from John Brucchi for permission to keep the following animals at 63 Paul Revere Road;. -Five horses, five cows, twenty-five goats & sheep, 200 poultry and two swine. Mr. Jackson reported that all the people he has talked to in the neighborhood are very much opposed to the granting of the permit. He stated that there are three new houses under constuction in this area. Brucchi permit denied 58 Mr. Brucchi met with the Board at 3:40 P. M. The Chairman asked how much land is involved and Mr. Brucchi said that he owns one and one-half acres and has an option to lease another parcel of land almost an acre in size. The Chairman inquired about the houses being constructed and Mr. Brucchi stated that the house nearest to his barn is approximately 200 feet away. The Chairman asked who owned the property before Mr. Brucchi purchased it and he said that he purchased it from a Mr. Robinson. Mr. Robinson bought it from Mr. Reynolds several years ago. Mr. McQuillan asked if the animals would be part of his livelihood and Mr. Brucchi replied that his father-in-law is fetired and taking care of the animals will be a hobby for him. He also said that he intends to slaughter some of thea, and will have a deep freeze. Mr. Brucchi presented a blue print of the property and explained to the Board just where he intends to keep the various animals. He said that he does not intend to keep any work horses. All his horses are saddle horses and will be kept for his own use only. The Chairman informed Mr. Brucchi that the Board would take his application under advisement and let him know what action is taken. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Adams and Mr. John J. Andrews, prig-' perty owners on Paul Revere Road met with the Board to be recorded in opposition to the approval of Mr. Brucchi's applica- tion. Mr. Adams presented six letters from residents in this area who are all opposed to the permit being granted. He ex- plained that a topographical map shows that any drainage from Brucehi's pasture would flow onto his property. He said that, in addition, there would be flies, vermin, rodents, odors and noise day and hight. Mr. Adams works nights and said that it would be impossible for him to sleep during the day as the animals will be within twenty-five feet of his bedroom window. He further stated that the animals would be a menace to his children. Mr. Adams explained that he is allergic to insect bites (presented bill from Dr. Pious for treatment of same) and he said the he is concerned about the fact that the animals will cause insects, particularly in the summer time. Mr. McQuillan mentioned the Sullivan farm and Mr. Adams said that he knew the Sullivan farm was there when he purchased his property but it is far enough away so as not to be object- ionable. Mr. Andrews said that he does not object to Sullivan's farm, but he does object to any new farm beings tarted. The Chairman explained that the Board would consider the case and announce a decision very shortly. The group retired a 4:15 P. M. The Board gave careful consideration to the subject and after a thorough discussion, upon motion of Mr. McQuillan seconded by Mr. Russell, it was unanimoulsy voted to deny .the permit. 1-4 1 1 1 59 Mr. F. K. Bishop, 9 Fuller Road, met with the Board to register a protest against George E. Woodbury, 17 Fuller Road, who is keeping chinchillas. He said that Mr. Wood- bury is keeping twenty-five and intends to breed them. Mr. Bishop said that Mr. Woodbury is now operating a busi- ness in a residential area. The Chairman explained that Mr. Woodbury had applied for a permit which was denied. He told the Chairman it Chinchillas was his intention to keep them until such time as he could find a suitable place for breeding. No action has been taken since then. He asked if Mr. Bishop's complaint is that the chinchillas are being kept in a residential area. W. Bishop replied that he thought a restricted area should be recognized as such. The Chairman said that the Board would have to consult the Town Counsel for advice as to how this problem can be legally be solved. Mr. Bishop retired at 4:25 P. M. The remainder of the meeting was given over to preparing the budgets for 1950. The meeting adjourned at 5:05 P. M. 2en , B rd o Heal