9/9/2009 BOARD OF HEALTH Minutes

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which the bond was initially required,noting that the agreement suggested its release upon conditional approval of the septic system. The Board also questioned the costs associated with repairs of the system and whether or not$25,000.00 would be sufficient. .Members also discussed the need for a proper Amendment to the Master Deed and documentation from the manufacturer, Holmes&McGrath, indicating costs that would substantiate a mftfimum balance requirement. The condo has 24 units and Mr. Bornstein has suggested that each unit owner set aside$10 each month, which the Board felt to be insufficient. Board members are not satisfied with the letter Mr. Bornstein has submitted and Mr. Harrington will share the Board's concerns with him. DISCUSSION 48 Fells Pond Road Mr. Harrington Will invite Bill Everett to attend the newt meeting. Seasonal & 111NI Flu Response Update Mr. Kaplan expressed concern that not enough information has been distributed encouraging people with flu like symptoms to stag at home, rather than flooding the emergency rooms,until th6 fever is below. 100.4 for 24 hours without use of fever reducing medications. Board members discussed focusing on coni-i iunication, education and being prepared as well as the need for a chain of command in the event o an H IN 1 outbreak. Mr. Harrington noted that healthy individuals are advised to stay at home and individuals With underlying health conditions are advised to seek medical assistance and are the only ones who will receive anti-viral medication. Mr. Kaplan described the HINT priority cranking of individuals who Would receive inoculations and Board members discussed the confusion between the HINI priorities and seasonal flu priorities. Ms. Egloff discussed eye-catching hand washing posters as well as the possible need for hand saniti mng products in public places. Mr. Harrington noted that the CDC and Dl policies recommend routine cleaning for buildings with slightly more emphasis on door handles and{ desks. Dates have been scheduled to inoculate and older and immuno-compromised for seasonal flu on October 19 and any resident on November 2. Mr. Harrington will be meeting with the school for the Department of Education and Boards of Health conference call. There has been discussion regarding in house school based clues for seasonal flu. Mr. Ham*ngton will be working on a consent form to authorize inoculations for children. It is presently unclear who will pay for the Mn-school inoculations and paramedics would need to be hired to assist. The DPH and CDC have additional information on their website but Mr. Harrington was unable to locate posters about cough etiquette. Mr. Caplan expressed great concern about locations such as grocery stores where cashiers are constantly in contact with others. IVIS. Burton indicated that many have some sort of anti-bacterial product but that perhaps recommendations could be offered to the management. Additionally, alterinative means of greeting may be considered in place of hand shaking for such.locations as churches. It was suggested that the Chamber of Commerce be contacted regarding best practices for business owners. NEW BUSINESS Farmers' Market A health inspection was conducted to check for vendors selling retail foods at the Mashpee Farmers' Market. It was discov' erect that Common Ground was selling pies,breads, pastries and cakes. William Snowden,the market manager,visited the SDH office to pay the $50.00 permit and provided copies of their Town of Barnstable permit.and Certified Food Manager Certificate. Board members also discussed when and where theFarmers' Market was being conducted.