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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-03-12-BOH-min Lexington Board of Health Meeting, March 12, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Cary Hall, Ellen Stone Room 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA Attendees: Wendy Heiger-Bernays, Chair; Sharon MacKenzie; Deborah Thompson and Judith Feldman. Health Department Attendees: Gerard F. Cody, Kathy Fox Heiger-Bernays called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. The Board reviewed the minutes of February 13, 2008. MacKenzie motioned to accept the minutes of February 13, 2008 with corrections. Feldman seconded. All approved. The Board reviewed the Public Health Nurse report. It was noted by Heiger-Bernays that the July 07 TB case would soon be coming to a close and there are no outstanding TB cases. Cody advised the Board of new developments with the shared PHN position. The Public Health Nurse position will be posted as a full-time Lexington employee, reporting to the Health Director. The Town of Belmont will receive 14 hours or 2 workdays worth of PHN service from the Town of Lexington. In addition to paying for the hours, other associated costs such as health care, retirement and mileage would be covered by Belmont for the relative % time of the PHN. Cody informed the Board of an issue that occurred last year with the Mass Premier Soccer Camp, when the Camp was delinquent with required documentation for permitting, although the camp had been allowed to run as scheduled. The BOH was uninformed of this issue until this meeting. In order to make certain that all required documentation is on file well before the camp season, Mr. Lee Billard, Manager for Mass Premier Soccer, came before the BOH. Mr. Cody clearly enunciated the requirements for application and Billard assured the BOH that all requirements would be met. The Board reinforced the position of potentially denying a permit for 2008 if the application is incomplete prior to the June 15, 2008 deadline. Under Plan Review updates, Lexington Prep School was not available as scheduled in the agenda and was addressed later in the meeting. The Biosafety Committee recommended issuing an rDNA permit to Microbia, Inc. At this meeting Kevin Madden, Program Director for Microbia, presented an update of the original plan that was submitted for review. After a brief discussion by Heiger- Bernays, MacKenzie motioned to grant the rDNA permit to Microbia. Feldman seconded. All approved. Food Code Compliance Program Update Cody introduced Chris Tai, Manager of Teppanyachi and reminded the Board that Teppanyachi had been before the Board on February 13, 2008, and that several violations of an order letter dated February 22, 2008 were outstanding. In addition, there were several new violations, including a cutting board with mold on the underside. Earlier in the afternoon, seven employees, including Tai were present for a Person In Charge (PIC) training, which included a forty-five minute video (in English) about proper food preparation and service. There was also an eight-minute video in Mandarin (as requested by the food workers) that helped explain cross contamination by lack of proper hand washing. Tai was given an exam based on the training, which consisted of twelve questions. The Board reinforced to Teppanyachi that all violations needed to be corrected and that if trends in non-compliance with the food code continue then further administrative action is possible including but not limited to a suspension of their food permit and/or hiring a professional food consultant. Cody will continue to inspect and update the Board on April 9, 2008. Two existing pool facilities requested a variance (in writing) from the requirement of a lifeguard. After some discussion, MacKenzie motioned to grant variances to Brookhaven and Adams Pools. Feldman seconded. All approved. Open cases were discussed, including updates on 81 Westview Street. Cody informed the Board that he created a timetable that documents the issues and status of the property as this had previously not been done. After visiting the site, Cody ordered replacement of 30 feet of fencing due to damage from recent winter storms, (tree branch crushed the fence). Plan review update for Lexington Prep School was revisited when manger Sonny Kim arrived. Kathy Fox outlined the food operations that are planned to take place at the Lexington Prep School. Cody made note that this was a new establishment that had just completed the Food Plan Review process and that this was an informational presentation to the Board in order for the Board to vote on issuing a 2008 food permit. After a brief discussion, Heiger-Bernays motioned to grant a 2008 food permit to Lexington Prep School. MacKenzie seconded. All approved. The Board reviewed the February 2008 food inspections. It was noted that a food inspection was conducted at Stop and Shop. It was found to be in reasonable order, including designated smoking areas for employees. Emergency Preparedness Update Cody informed the Board that the supply trailer would be lettered with the MRC and Public Health Symbol. Lettering would also include the Board of Health, Office of Community Development and Health Division identification for public view. EDS planning includes plans for a drill in November at Cary Hall. A contract has been renewed with Sarah White, EP consultant, in order to facilitate the planning process. th It was also announced that on March 17, there will be a Home Preparedness presentation for Seniors living in Lexington. At the same time, a recruiter from the MRC will attempt to promote the organization in order to obtain non-medical personnel to staff the upcoming drills. Miscellaneous Cody announced that a special meeting will need to take place in March to discuss the Old Reservoir Water Quality report. The meeting is scheduled for March 26, 2008 at 6:30 PM. Cody informed the Board of the Medical Waste Disposal Day scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2008, from 9:00 a.m. until noon at the Lexington Town Hall back parking lot. Lexington residents may bring sharps, syringes, and expired medicines. Announcements will be posted in the Library, Senior Center, The Lexington Minuteman and the Town website. Feldman motioned to adjourn. MacKenzie seconded. All approved. Meeting ended at 9:05PM