Board of Health

Braintree Board of Health Meeting Held Via Zoom Thursday, May 12, 2022, 7:00 p.m. IN ATTENDANCE: Dr. Arthur Bregoli, Chairman Dr. Philip Nedelman, Vice Chairman Juliana Melchionda, Member ALSO PRESENT: Marybeth McGrath, Director of ML & I Dr. Bregoli called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. by roll call vote: Dr. Bregoli-yes; Dr. Nedelman-yes; Ms. Melchionda-yes Approval of Meeting Minutes: April 14, 2022 Motion By: Dr. Nedelman to approve the minutes of April 14, 2022. Second By: Ms. Melchionda Unanimously Voted by roll call: Dr. Bregoli-yes; Dr. Nedelman-yes; Ms. Melchionda-yes List of Complaints: The Board reviewed a list of complaints received from April 12-May 9, 2022. Ms. McGrath stated they are coming into the spring season and more observed trash, rodent activities, and property cleaning. With this there are concerns raised. There have not been many establishment complaints. New Business: Body Art Practitioner Permit Application: Jessica Karen Oliveira (Will practice at AZ Brow, 140 Wood Road) Present before the Board via Zoom was Jessica Karen Oliveira. Ms. McGrath stated that Ms. Oliveira will be practicing within an existing practice, AZ Brow. She has over two years required experience, as she works in the Everett location of AZ Brow. She has submitted the application and all supporting documentation. She recommended approval. Ms. Melchionda asked if Ms. Oliveira has had any positive or negative feedback from clients. Ms. Oliveira stated she has been working for AZ Brow for about five years. She has not had a lot of bad experiences. If a client is more sensitive she will apply more Braintree Board of Health, May 12, 2022 Page 2 of 3 numbing. She is happy to see the reaction of her clients when their procedure is completed. Ms. Melchionda asked what they use for numbing. Ms. Oliveira stated they use 5% lidocaine topical. Dr. Nedelman asked if she is required to carry malpractice insurance. Ms. Oliveira stated that AZ Brow carries liability insurance, which she is covered under, but she is not required to have malpractice insurance. Ms. Melchionda asked how many clients she hopes to have. Ms. Oliveira stated they see five to seven clients per day, depending on the procedures being done. They perform permanent makeup on eyelids, eyeliner, and lips. Ms. McGrath stated they also provide breast art for people who have had mastectomy. Ms. Oliveira stated they also provide coverup for scars. Motion By: Ms. Melchionda to approve Body Art Practitioner Permit Application Second By: Dr. Nedelman Unanimously Voted by roll call: Dr. Bregoli-yes; Dr. Nedelman-yes; Ms. Melchionda-yes Review of Draft Letter Regarding Commercial Marijuana Establishments Ms. McGrath stated in Massachusetts medical marijuana establishments are permitted to operate without local restriction or control. The town does have an ordinance prohibiting non-medical marijuana establishments. The Board had requested that a letter be drafted expressing their opposition to any type of marijuana establishments in the town. All Board members were happy with the letter as drafted. Ms. McGrath informed the Board that there is a proposal through the town council to amend the town general and zoning ordinances for cultivation and delivery. There is a proposed operation which is requesting to be sited near the MBTA station. There would be no retails sales at this location. The Planning Board has made a favorable recommendation and this will now go to the town council, and most likely a public hearing process. She stated she will keep the Board informed. Ms. Melchionda asked if the Board should hold off on sending the letter. Dr. Nedelman stated they are sending this letter because the Board does not want marijuana sales in the town. Ms. McGrath asked if the Board wanted to revise the ending of the letter to reflect they do not want to see retail sales. The Board agreed to leave the letter as written, but to add that they would be happy to appear before the council to discuss this. Motion By: Dr. Nedelman to approve the draft letter with revision. Second By: Ms. Melchionda Unanimously Voted by roll call: Dr. Bregoli-yes; Dr. Nedelman-yes; Ms. Melchionda-yes Braintree Board of Health, May 12, 2022 Page 3 of 3 Informational: Ms. McGrath stated beach testing will begin the second or third week of June. This will continue every week through Labor Day. Swimming pool inspections have already begun. There are a number of large recreational camps which they inspect and license. Ms. McGrath reminded the Board that the town is in an active litigation with Skyline Apartments. A judge in Quincy has reviewed all the material and has requested updates on what is happening. If he does not see positive movement the property may be taken into receivership. Ms. McGrath stated she continues to send the Board the numbers of reportable cases of COVID, which are laboratory confirmed only and do not include home testing. Next Meeting: June 22, 2022 Motion By: Dr. Nedelman to adjourn the meeting at 7:36 p.m. Second By: Ms. Melchionda Unanimously Voted by roll call: Dr. Bregoli-yes; Dr. Nedelman-yes; Ms. Melchionda-yes