Gardner Board of Health Tackles Septic System Non-Compliance
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Meeting Type:
Board of Health
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Meeting Date:
07/22/2024
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Recording Published:
07/23/2024
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Duration:
63 Minutes
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Worcester County
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Towns:
Gardner
- Meeting Overview:
At the recent Gardner Board of Health meeting, attention was devoted to a property’s non-compliance with Title Five septic system regulations. The Board deliberated on the issue on Green Street, where a system had failed only three years after installation. The failure’s proximity to wetlands and the status of the property’s well, which could impact its potential as a public water supply, were central concerns. The Board had not issued any orders regarding the situation but discussed the lack of communication from the engineering firm responsible for addressing the system’s issues. Further discussions highlighted the need for collaboration with other local government bodies, including the Conservation Commission, to resolve the matter effectively while considering the property’s agricultural use and potential impact on public health and the local aquifer.
The Board also reviewed the situation on Ding, although details of this issue were not specified in the summaries provided. In addition, the Health Department updated the meeting on various issues, reporting 12 new property standards cases related to grass and trash, 10 new housing complaints, and a condemnation due to health and structural issues. Food inspections, the farmers market, and body art regulations, including piercing, were also discussed.
Another topic of concern was the potential health hazards associated with the detection of 14 dioxine at the local landfill. Measures such as erosion control are being taken to address the issue. During the conversation, the need for public education on the matter was underscored. The Board also expressed the need for clearer communication from the Board of Health and better coordination with other city events.
The meeting touched on issues with water supply and toilets backing up in certain areas, highlighting a lack of awareness and the necessity for further investigation. The recent hazardous waste collection day at the landfill transfer station and the potential addition of solar panels to the landfill were discussed as well.
Michael J. Nicholson
Board of Health Officials:
Susan Avallone, Michele C. Parker, Atty. Geoffrey Tobia
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Meeting Type:
Board of Health
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Meeting Date:
07/22/2024
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Recording Published:
07/23/2024
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Duration:
63 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Worcester County
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Towns:
Gardner
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