MINUTES OF JUNE 4, 2007
The Tewksbury Township Board of Health met in regular session at 7:30 P.M. on the above date, in the Police/Administration Building, 169 Old Turnpike Road.
Chairperson Peter Goyer presided.
Other members present were Shirley Czajkowski , Anthony Formica, Janet Masterton, Anthony Miele and alternates Richard Mahevich and Zia Shey.
Eric Faulstich of the Hunterdon County Department of Health was also present.
Open Public Meetings Statement
The Open Public Meetings Statement was read by Mr. Goyer.
2. Action to be Taken
Oldwick Animal Hospital Block 45 Lot 28
Steve Parker of Parker Engineering presented a revised plan dated 05-21-07 for the proposed septic system for the property located on the above noted Block and Lot. Glen Likus and Janisse Cailles, applicants were also present. Mr. Parker noted the constraints of the <1 acre property, adding that the septic system will be located in the front of the property and the primary and reserve fields are only within 25 feet of each other (as opposed to the required 75 feet). It was noted that the Hunterdon County Department of Health (HCDOH) had provided information regarding the parameters for constructing a septic system for an animal hospital. Residential usage is 125 gallons per day and the septic to be constructed for the animal hospital will be equal to residential capacity plus an additional 15 gallons per employee per day. A maximum number of employees is speculated to be six and the capacity is planned for 650-700 gallons per day. Mr. Parker noted that the perc testing done in the reserve area yielded good results and the proposed system will be located out of the sight triangle for Oldwick and Felmley Roads. The system will be a pump system and the septic will be located on the highest point of the property.
Additional discussion followed regarding the results of the soil logs, basin flood tests and pit bail tests. Mr. Parker did not have these results for Board review as they were forwarded directly to the HCDOH.
Mr. Formica questioned the height of the mounded system and requested additional information regarding the line of sight for the Township and County roads.
Glen Likus stated that the setback from the County road is 60 feet and the middle of the lawn (for the animal hospital) is within the setback.
In response to a question by Mrs. Czajkowski, Mr. Parker stated that the septic tank would be the same size as that used for a four bedroom house (1000 gallons).
It was noted that the well will be located at the south east side of the building. Additional discussion followed regarding the infiltration system that will be located beneath the parking lot and will collect grease, oil and surface dirt and is required by the Township’s Stormwater Management Plan.
Additional comments were made regarding the percentage of impervious coverage, the number of bathrooms to be located in the proposed structure and the type of cleaning materials to be used.
Janisse Cailles explained the product that will be used to disinfect the animal hospital (Rocall D Plus) and that it can be neutralized if mixed with a detergent.
Mr. Faulstich from the HCDOH arrived at 7:54 PM.
Dr. Cailles noted that the hospital will not have x-ray machines, rather digital apparatus will be utilized. She explained that formaldehyde is no longer present in large quantities in animal hospitals. She added that there will be no boarding or grooming at the hospital and the staff hours will be from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
The following questions were raised by Board members and answered by Dr. Cailles.
The animal hospital will only have overnight animals for critically ill animals and Dr. Cailles will remain on site.
There will be no external runs.
There will be additional insulation to protect against excessive noise.
There will be additional precautions in place in the structure to control odor and optimize air flow.
Water saving equipment and devices will be installed.
No CT imaging devices will be utilized at the hospital.
Dr. Cailles outlined the possible number of small animals that may be seen daily. She stressed that only dogs, cats, rabbits and “pocket pets” would be seen – no large animals would be seen on site. Additional discussion followed regarding the number of employees and hours of operation.
In response to a question by Dr. Shey, it was stated that the matter of external lighting will be discussed at an upcoming Land Use Board meeting.
There being no additional questions from the Board, Mr. Goyer made a motion to accept the waiver allowing a 25 foot distance between the primary and reserve field for the septic located at Block 45, Lot 28 due to the physical constraints of the property and the distance of the neighboring well, seconded by Dr. Miele.
Ms. Masterton was recused from voting as she is a personal friend of the applicants.
The above noted motion was adopted. The motion was approved. Ayes: Czajkowski, Formica, Goyer, Miele. Nays: none. Recused: Masterton.
Robert Egan Block 6.04 Lot 7.07
This application was sent to the HCDOH on 04-19-07 and a response was received on 04-23-07. There was no soil testing for a primary or reserve area on the property, so no review could be done.
Andrew Hall Block 27 Lot 71.29
Mr. Faulstich read a note from Bob Vaccarella of the HCDOH regarding the above noted property. A pool is being constructed on the site and the distance between the septic field and the pool is noted on the plans as being 20 feet. Mr. Vaccarella advised that the distance of 20 feet is sufficient and no action is needed by the Board.
Ms. Brassard will contact Mr. Vaccarella to request this statement in a letter from the HCDOH.
Mr. Faulstich left the meeting at this time.
3. Correspondence
From NJDEP – unrestricted use – no further action letter – covenant not to sue B 38 L 5
From HC Public Health Nursing & Education “The Guardian” newsletter
From NJLINCS health alert and information re: rabies
Guidance documents for temporary retail food handlers
Application form for Block 12 Lot 25 septic system – devlin
From NJ LINCS – information re: extensively drug resistant tuberculosis
4. Minutes
Mr. Goyer made a motion to adopt the minutes of 4/03/07, seconded by Mrs. Czajkowski. The motion was approved. Ayes: Czajkowski, Formica, Goyer, Masterton, Miele. Nays: None.
5. Reports
Animal Control Report
March 2007
April 2007
Submission of Repairs
Block 32 Lot 6 84 Bissell Road distribution box
Block 46 Lot 2.01 AM Best Road pump and fill 2 cesspools for demolition
Block 6 Lot 31.03 15 Lenore Drive distribution box
Certificate of Completion
Block 51 Lot 53 septic and well
Block 27 Lot 71.23 septic
Block 32 Lot 7.11 septic and well
Notice of Septic Repair Completion
Block 52 Lot 2
Block 16 Lot 2
Block 31 Lot 24.02
Block 4 Lot 6.09
Block 27 Lot 71.08
Animal Bite Report
Hedy Kies cat bite 4-10-07
Suspected Hazardous Substance Discharge Notification
9 Big Spring Road removal of UST – heating oil #2
7 Cross Brook Road spill from transformer to ground unknown PCB
143 Fairmount road West removal of UST- heating oil #2
72 Welsh Road removal of UST- heating oil #2
6. Adjournment
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:25 P.M.
Roberta A. Brassard
Board of Health Secretary
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