The first application for a septic system repair involved a tank replacement following a failed Title 5 inspection. The board agreed to issue the permit on the condition that the required fee would be paid subsequently. The second application, concerning a fourplex building with four two-bedroom apartments, required several issues to be addressed before approval. These included the need for a trench permit, the installation of a gas baffle, and corrections to the design notes. The board approved the application contingent upon these corrections.

The board also discussed well installations on various properties. For a well installation on a state lot, the board sought assurances from the engineer before approving the project. Another well in question had previously been deemed in violation due to bacterial contamination. The board concurred on the necessity to replace this shallow well with a deep well to ensure water quality. The installation of a well on a property on West State Street was scrutinized due to uncertainty about the property’s connection to the town’s sewer system and potential development plans. The board debated whether the property should connect to the town’s sewer system or if a septic system would be more appropriate, considering the potential impact of a future access road and state code regulations. Concerns were also raised about the financial implications for homeowners and the sustainability of well systems, leading to a discussion on a program that could balance the need for clean water with financial considerations.

A bullet incident in a neighboring town prompted a debate about the board’s role in addressing firearm safety. Some members were willing to participate in a joint effort with the neighboring town, while others felt that the neighboring town should take the lead.

The board also considered a request from a catering company to use another business as their base of operations. There were concerns regarding the suitability of the location, the water supply, and the vendor’s certifications. Additionally, the board deliberated on issuing a mobile food server permit for events, seeking further information about the temporary base of operations and kitchen certification before making a decision.

The meeting addressed the possibility of organizing a flu clinic at the local school, emphasizing the importance of providing high-dose flu vaccines to seniors and the potential for collaboration with nearby towns for shared health services. The board members agreed to gather more information and revisit the topic.

Furthermore, there was an acknowledgment of the shortage of qualified personnel to carry out necessary inspections. The board stressed the need for a flexible approach to address the manpower shortage and the importance of being dynamic with new programs, likening it to beta testing a product.