DRAFT MINUTES OF MEETING

SHARON BOARD OF HEALTH

December 17th, 2012

Community Center

The meeting of the Sharon Board of Health was called to order at 7:36 PM by Suzi Peck, Chair.  In attendance were:  Suzi Peck, Chair, Jay Schwab, Vice-Chair, Stan Rosen and Ed Welch. 

Also in attendance were: Jim Andrews Health Agent for Engineering, Bridget Sweet, Health Administrator, Ed Little Animal Inspector; and Michael Parilla.    

Minutes of November 26^th were reviewed.  Motion made by Stanley Rosen to approve the minutes as presented.  Seconded by Jay Schwab, E. Welch and S. Peck voted to approve.  Four in favor, none against

Suzi provided an update for the Board regarding 31 Hampshire Avenue and her discussions with the Building Inspector.  They are in mutual agreement that the window should come out; however if the homeowner did want to come before the Board and discuss maximum feasible compliance that could be discussed down the road.  Jim Andrews is in agreement with maximum feasible compliance as an option.  He will keep the Board updated as new information develops.  .

Animal Control Officer Update

Ed Little stated that the chicken coop at 26 Francis did meet the minimum required setbacks of 50 feet from the property line and that the animals did not pose any health threats. 

S. Rosen made the motion to accept the report of the Animal Control Officer and that no further follow up be required, seconded by S. Peck.  E. Welch and J. Schwab voted in favor.  Four in favor, none against.    

Public Hearing New Definitions for Article 7 Changes to 7.11

The Board presented the changes for Article 7.  These changes include definitions of minor and major additions. The Board discussed adding the changes to 7.11 as well as to the definitions of Article 7. 

S. Peck made a motion to adopt as recommended, E. Welch seconded.  S. Rosen and J. Schwab voted in favor.  Four in favor, none against. 

Tobacco Regulations

The drafted tobacco regulations were reviewed.  Discussion surrounding age verification and over reaching regulatory authority – can the Board require that all who purchase cigarettes must show ID even if they are over the age of 27?

Discussion regarding private clubs and how they are impacted by the tobacco regulation as it stands currently and whether this should be revisited. 

The Board requested that some more research be done, and they will revisit this again at the next meeting. 

Correspondence

Discussion regarding the payment of benefits out of revolving accounts in a proportionate amount; as well as the hours of the administrative assistant.  The hours of the administrative assistant are 20 hours a week, increased from 12.  The Board would like a mechanism arranged with Bill Fowler to ensure that this is done correctly. 

Discussion as to whether the administrative assistant is paid out of revolving accounts as well as the general fund; and how else the septic fund could be utilized. 

The Board requested that Bridget Sweet begin the budget process. 

Respectfully Submitted,

Bridget Sweet