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Lexington Board of Health Meeting, May 11, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.
Town Hall, Room G-15
1625 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA
Board of Health Attendees: Wendy Heiger-Bernays, Chair; Burt M. Perlmutter; David S.
Geller; John J. Flynn
Health Department Attendees: Gerard F. Cody, Health Director; David Neylon, R.N.,
Public Health Nurse; Ann Belliveau, Health Clerk/Office Manager
Wendy Heiger-Bernays called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
The Board reviewed the minutes of April 13, 2011. Perlmutter motioned to accept the
minutes as written. Geller seconded. All approved.
Community Health Updates / Reports
Community Health Report – David Neylon, R.N., reviewed the Communicable Disease
Report with the Board and updated the Board concerning a measles case. Neylon also
mentioned that he is working on a document for Lexington public and private school
nurses regarding when they should contact the Health Division regarding communicable
disease issues in schools. This document will include a listing of reportable diseases in
Massachusetts, isolation and quarantine requirements, and updates in school
immunization requirements for the 2011-2012 school year.
Rich and Amy McMullen, of Skyview Rd., appeared before the Board with their daughter
Allie who was diagnosed with Type I Diabetes in July 2009. Amy McMullen
advocated for education for child care centers and the public to learn about Type I
Diabetes to alleviate fears and concerns. David Neylon, Public Health Nurse, met with
the family to discuss possible educational opportunities.
Environmental Health Update/Reports
Environmental Health Report – The Board reviewed the Environmental Health Report
prepared by Kathy Fox.
State Sanitary Code Case Review – The Board reviewed the State Sanitary Code Case
Review.
a)Raw Foods Inc. - Leah Baigell appeared before the Board to obtain a residential
food permit. Cody advised the Board that Sprouted Raw Foods has completed a
food plan review with the Health Division. All applicable equipment, (except a
mop sink) had been installed according to code. A floor plan and menu have been
included. A variance from the requirement to have a mop sink will be reviewed
by the Board of Health. After a discussion, Heiger-Bernays motioned to grant an
annual permit and a variance from FC-5-203.11 to operate a residential kitchen to
Sprouted Raw Foods located at 91 Bow Street. Geller seconded. All approved.
a)Water Testing Project Update – Cody advised the Board that on April 1 and April
2, 2011 a group of MPH students from the Boston University School of Public
Health went to all Lexington Public schools with the exception of Diamond
Middle School to pinpoint specific locations to test the water. Justin Feldman and
Daniella Wodnicki, MPH of the B.U. School of Public Health presented the
attached report to the Board. In summary, these tests confirmed the presence of
lead in some faucets and bubblers but that but that flushing the water prior to use
decreases the concentration to acceptable levels.
b)State Sanitary Code Program – Waxy O’Connors – Update
Cody advised the Board that they were not disposing of their grease appropriately.
The grease was ending up in the wetland area. An order to correct letter was sent
to Waxy O’Connors who forwarded it to the owner of the property. Karen
Mullins, Conservation Administrator, also sent an order to correct letter for
wetland violations. Containment methods should be established to prevent future
spills.
c)State Sanitary Code Program – 847 Massachusetts Avenue, Potential Cross-
metering of Plumbing and Electrical Update
Cody informed the Board that on May 5, 2011, he went to this property with
Barry Kutz, Electrical Inspector and Donald LaConte, Plumbing, tenants of the
first and second floor, and the owner of the property. These inspectors could not
find any violations, however, they did give some verbal instructions to the
plumber who accompanied the owner of the property. The bottom line was the
tenant had shut off the valve for hot water to save money. She did have signs of
chronic dampness and squirrels in the attic. A letter to correct will be sent to the
owner of the property.
d)Person-Charge Training Class – Update
Cody informed the Board that the Health Division held six person in charge
trainings during the fiscal year. Approximately 100 Lexington food establishment
workers were trained free of charge. Cody also mentioned that even though most
are Servesafe certified, they should still have this additional extra training. The
instructor from Pilgrim Hospitality will be attending a future Board of Health
meeting to describe his course.
e)Pool Variance Requests – Perlmutter motioned that the Lexington Board of
Health grants the variance request from the requirement of lifeguards for the safe
operation of pools as listed under 105 CMR 435.23 (1). In addition, all the
requirements of 105 CMR 435.23 (2) shall be met including all signage which
includes: “Warning No Lifeguard on Duty” in easy to read, legible letters which
are at least four inches high “Children under age 16 should not use swimming
pool without an adult in attendance” and another sign that states, “Adults should
not swim alone”. This variance applies only to the following seasonal pool
facilities, which have made the request in writing. They are listed as follows:
Peacock Farm Assoc. Moon Hill Community Pool
Adam’s Pool Drummer Boy Green Condominiums
Pleasant Brook Pool Assoc. Avalon at Lexington Hills,
Main Campus Drive
This variance will expire at the end of the seasonal pool season or upon notification of an
unsafe operating condition at a specific facility. Heiger-Bernays seconded. All
Approved.
Tobacco Compliance – Update
Cody informed the Board of grant money from MHOA to permit tobacco compliance
inspections. During recent inspections, the Gulf Service Station on Marrett Rd. and the
Mobil Station on Waltham St. were violators. Cody sent them letters along with tickets
telling them why and how. A training session will be held as required in the regulations
for the violators.
Emergency Preparedness Report – Update
David Neylon, R.N., Public Health Nurse, updated the Board about a training of a
simulated dirty bomb explosion at the Natick ArmyLaboratories. Police and Fire
departments from Natick, Wayland and Sherbon as well as MRC personal from Region
4a participated as victims and triage.
The Board voted to send a letter of concern regarding the proposed organic waste facility
at 60 Hartwell to John Livsey, Town Engineer.
Perlmutter motioned to adjourn. Flynn second. All approved.
Documents submitted: Agenda
Minutes of April 13, 2011
Environmental Health Report
Community Health Report
Emergency Preparedness Report
Testing Lead Levels in Drinking Water in
Lexington Public Schools