01/23/2020 BOARD OF HEALTH Minutes

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There being no further comments or discussion,Veronica Warden moved to approve the Commercial Site &Septic Plan for 89 Industrial Drive with the following conditions: 1)the engineer change the perc rate on the plan to two(2)minutes per inch,and 2)all standard commercial property conditions apply. Motion seconded by Mallory Langler. VOTE: Unanimous(3-0). 7:25—Title'V Violation,Louis Gallo Mr. Harrington commented that, on June 14, 2018, a Disposal Works Construction Permit was issued to relocate a septic tank at 28 Sampsons Mill Road. The approved design plan was prepared by Falmouth Engineering,and the final inspection of the septic tank was performed by the Board of Health on June 22, 2018. An order letter dated January 3, 2019 was sent to Mr. Gallo stating that the designer and installer shall certify the installation within 30 days of final inspection. Duplicate as-built cards were provided to Mr. Gallo for his signature and the designer's signature; however, both as-built cards were returned to the Board of Health on January 14, 2019 signed by Mr. Gallo. Mr. Harrington stated that, when he contacted the engineer, Mike Borselli, he was informed that Mr. Borselli was never contacted to inspect the finished work. The owners have since completed the addition that caused the relocation of the septic tank and are now requesting occupancy of the addition. Mr. Harrington confirmed that Mr. Gallo's as- built does match the septic design plan, but the engineer has refused to sign off on the work. Louis Gallo introduced himself for the record, and gave a brief history on Gallo Construction Company. He also gave his best recollection of the circumstances surrounding this lapse in.protocol. Ms. Langler asked if Mr. Harrington,thought Mr. Borselli would be willing to inspect the tank if it was uncovered, and Mr. Harrington answered that he would inquire with Mr. Borselli. Ms. Langler suggested that Mr. Gallo contact the property owner to make arrangements for an inspection,as it is the only way to close out this project. There being no further comments or discussion, Mallory Langler moved to continue show cause hearing pending coordination between the installer and the engineerto schedule an inspection. Motion seconded by Veronica Warden. VOTE: Unanimous(3-0). OLD BUSINESS 1. Review of Compliance — Refuse Violation, Cabral Container, 81 Echo'Road. Mr. Harrington reminded Board members that Mr. Cabral had appeared at the meeting on January 9, 2020 and stated that the pile would start to be removed the following Monday. Mr. Harrington reported that he and the Assistant Health Agent have been checking regularly, but there has been no activity at the site since the last meeting. Mr. Harrington also attempted to contact Carl Cavossa, but had not heard back. Ms. Warden recommended that Mr. Cabral's trash hauler's license be revoked, and Mr. Harrington advised the Board that a show-cause hearing would have to be held and Mr. Cabral would have to be given written notice. Mr. Harrington will ensure Mr. Cabral is given proper notice of the hearing,which will be held at the next meeting. The purpose of the hearing would be to discuss compliance of the property,with the potential for revocation of Mr.Cabral's trash a hauler's license. The Board agreed that, even though fines would unlikely be recovered, in the Interest of following the regulation,it also might be necessary to impose fines at the hearing,with the understanding that they can be withdrawn at a later date. Mr.Harrington informed the Board that a request for funds would have to be made to the Finance Committee to cover the cost of removing the trash pile,which would result In lien on the property. . 2