Revere Board of Health Approves Property Condemnation

Overview: The Revere Board of Health has voted to condemn a property on Pit Kern Street due to significant health and safety violations, including a rat infestation and lack of running water. During a recent meeting, the Board grappled with the complexities of addressing the property’s dire conditions while considering the impact on the owner, Mr. Bosel, who stated he had nowhere else to go and highlighted the challenges of being on disability and facing high repair costs.

Shutesbury Board of Health Negotiates Septic System Inspection Deferral

Overview: The Shutesbury Board of Health recently held a special meeting to address a request regarding a deferral of the Title 5 inspection for a property on South Laurel Drive. During the meeting, the Board proposed an agreement with conditions for deferring the mandatory septic system inspection. The buyers of the property at the center of the discussion are required to perform the inspection within six months of the sale, submit the inspection report and filing fee, and provide updates to the Board at intervals not exceeding three months. The Board emphasized that the dwelling on the property should not be occupied until a passing Title Five inspection report or a certificate of compliance is issued.

Granby Board of Health Tackles Septic Concerns and Public Health Issues

Overview: The Granby Board of Health meeting addressed several significant public health and environmental concerns, with a particular focus on septic system regulations and the impact of local industrial activities on community health. The discussions included the approval of septic designs, permitting issues, potential contamination risks, and the regulation of activities such as gravel pits and landfill operations.

East Longmeadow Board Tackles Health, Waste, and Tobacco Regulation

Overview: In the latest meeting of the East Longmeadow Board of Health, members discussed changes and challenges in public health and waste management, including the implementation of new fees for waste disposal, access to wood recycling, review of tobacco sales regulations, and the preparation for the upcoming mosquito season. Key topics included a proposed technical fee for a waste disposal facility, the handling of wood recycling, potential changes to tobacco sales regulations, and strategies for dealing with West Nile Virus and Triple E.

Lawrence Board of Health Cracks Down on Tobacco Violations

Overview: The Lawrence Board of Health meeting on April 23rd centered on significant actions taken against local establishments for non-compliance with tobacco regulations. The board issued suspensions of tobacco sales permits to several businesses found selling tobacco products to minors and possessing illicit substances. Market Basket faced a one-day suspension, P&P Deli Grocery was given a seven-day suspension, and Home and More Outlet was fined $2,000 for having flavored tobacco products on the premises.