08/22/2019 BOARD OF HEALTH Minutes

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in the road yet. He advised Attorney Phelps to investigate the option of connecting to the plant. Attorney Phelps indicated that his client was prepared to explore that,as it was likely the cheapest option. Chair Baumgaertel stressed that addressing the condition of the current systems is the priority. The systems had not been pumped in three years, but Mr. Marichal's stated his intent to closely monitor them moving forward. Chair Baumgaertel inquired as to the nature of the Title 5 system failures, and Mr. Harrington answered that they were all hydraulic failure and there was evidence that two systems on the riverside were overflowing. Attorney Phelps stated that his client would like to pump on an as-needed basis, rather than commit to a pumping schedule. He indicated that there is a maintenance person on the premises 24/7, who can perform weekly checks on the systems. Ms. Langler felt it was unrealistic to expect one person to monitor all the systems, particularly if the units were at capacity. She was also concerned that Ready Rooter may not be available in the event an immediate pumping is necessary, and stated that an alarm system does not make sense in this situation. Board members agreed that pumping needed to be scheduled every two weeks and the frequency of pumping could be adjusted based on documentation by Ready Rooter of the condition of the systems. Mr. Marichal indicated that most changes of the initial changes to the property were made for safety and aesthetics. However, he informed the board that MassSave is replacing showerheads on all units, and changing out all faucets and toilets, resulting in less flow. He is also switching to high-efficiency washing machines. Mr. Harrington advised Mr. Marichal that wastewater from the laundromat is considered industrial, and cannot go into a Title 5 system. Mr. Marichal agreed to put a lockbox on the laundromat and restrict use to tenants only. Chair Baumgaertel inquired if there were any private wells in the immediate area, and Mr. Harrington answered that it is very possible; however, due to the size of the property, setbacks would likely be met and there would be no impact to the wells. Chair Baumgaertel inquired about the status of the underground storage tanks that were shown on the plan, and Mr. Harrington answered that it was an old plan and all the tanks had been removed. Board members were in agreement that the best course of action for the owner was to determine the feasibility of connecting to the WWTP. Mr. Harrington stated that this would be a lengthy process, with a couple of months of investigative engineering. Chair Baumgaertel requested that, if it was determined that sewer was not an option,the owner begin repairs/upgrades immediately. There being no further comments or discussion, Mallory Langler moved to continue discussion of the fines for 100 Great Neck Road North to next meeting, pending determination of the date of hire of Ready Rooter. Ms. Langler further moved that the laundromat be for resident use only until systems have been corrected; that the determination of the feasibility of connecting to WWTP be submitted within 30 days; and that a pumping contract be provided to the Health Department demonstrating that pumping will be performed every other week. Motion seconded by Laurel Almquist. VOTE: Unanimous(3-0). ADDITION TO AGENDA—49 Uncle Percy's Road At the request of Chair Baumgaertel, Mallory Langler moved to add the 49 Uncle Percy's Road variance request to the agenda. Motion seconded by Laurel Almquist. VOTE: Unanimous(3-0). Mr. Harrington commented that the current owners have submitted a request for a variance to sell the property at 49 Uncle Percy's Road without upgrading the existing cesspools. The buyers were contacted to attend the public meeting to discuss the conditions of the enforceable agreement that will mitigate the variance. 5