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TOWN OF CANTON 
CANTON, MASSACHUSETTS 
Minutes of the Canton Board of Health Meeting of May 12, 2014. 
PRESENT: Dr. Julie Goodman, Chairperson 
Mr. Robert P. Schneiders, Vice Chairperson 
Dr. Richard N. Levrault, Chairperson 
ALSO 
PRESENT: Mr. John L. Ciccotelli, Health Director 
Ms. Karen D. Murphy, Recording Secretary 
Dr. Levrault opened the Meeting at 6:38 p.m. in the Salah Meeting Room, Memorial Hall, 
801 Washington Street, Canton, Massachusetts. 
BOARD REORGANIZATION 
Upon a motion by Mr. Schneiders, seconded by Dr. Levrault, the Board moved to appoint Dr. Goodman as 
Chairperson. VOTED: 3 — 0. 
Upon a motion by Dr. Levrault, seconded by Dr. Goodman, the Board moved to appoint Mr. Schneiders as 
Vice Chairperson. VOTED: 3 — 0. 
Upon a motion by Robert Schneiders, seconded by Dr. Goodman, the Board moved to appoint Dr. Levrault 
as Clerk. VOTED: 3 — 0. 
LICENSES AND PERMITS 
Food Service — Andalus Variety Mart: Upon a motion by Mr. Schneiders, seconded by Dr. Levrault, 
the Board moved to approve permits for catering, food service, retail food service, slush machine, and milk 
& cream to Andalus Variety Mart at 1036 Turnpike Street. VOTED: 3 — 0. 
Tobacco Permit — Andalus Variety Mart: Upon a motion by Mr. Schneiders, seconded by 
Dr. Levrault, the Board moved to approve a tobacco permit to Andalus Variety Mart at 
1036 Turnpike Street. VOTED: 3 — 0. 
Food Service — COLBEA Enterprise, LLC: Upon a motion by Mr. Schneiders, seconded by 
Dr. Levrault, the Board moved to approve permits for retail food service and milk & cream to COLBEA 
Enterprise, LLC., 731 Washington Street. VOTED: 3 — 0. 
Tobacco Permit — COLBEA Enterprise, LLC: Upon a motion by Mr. Schneiders, seconded by 
Dr. Levrault, the Board moved to approve a tobacco permit to COLBEA Enterprise, LLC., 
731 Washington Street. VOTED: 3 — 0.

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CONSTRUCTION OF PRIVATE WELLS HEARING 
Regulation Related to Permit for Construction of Private Wells: In 2007, a policy was implemented 
to put a moratorium on drilling any private wells. Based on that policy, the Board voted to promulgate a 
new regulation reflecting the provisions in the policy. Individuals who have received permission to 
construct a well prior to the effective date of the regulation for irrigation well moratorium are exempt from 
this new regulation. 
Upon a motion by Mr. Schneiders, seconded by Dr. Levrault, the Board moved to approve a regulation 
regarding the permitting of private wells. VOTED: 3 — 0. 
KEEPING OF ANIMALS 
Keeping of Chickens — Moore Family: Present was Mr. Harold Moore, who resides at 551 Chapman 
Street. He was there to represent his father who resides at 555 Chapman Street who submitted the keeping 
of chickens permit at his residence. Also present was a neighbor, Mr. Scott Hartman, residing at 
2 Chapman Knoll. Dr. Goodman recused herself from this discussion, as she is an abutter to the property 
in question. Mr. Ciccotelli reported that the application was correctly filled out, with a request to have six 
chickens, and everything was in order. 
Mr. Hartman has some strong reservations regarding the keeping of chickens. Specifically, he was 
concerned about rats and other small animals and raccoons and coyotes,. He also raised concerns about 
airborne salmonella, and the smells that may come from the yard. Mr. Ciccotelli addressed these issues. 
Predators will be equally drawn to any small animal, e.g., house pets; privately owned chickens do not 
have salmonella issues, which is problem with larger operations; and following a manure management plan 
will handle and odors. If there are concerns, the Massachusetts Department of Food and Animals can be 
called in for an inspection. 
Upon a motion by Dr. Levrault, seconded by Mr. Schneiders, the Board voted to allow the keeping of six 
chickens and no roosters, provided that the owners make all reasonable efforts to not disturb his neighbors, 
and be willing to have State testing, if requested. VOTED: 2 —1 abstention. 
DISCUSSION 
Health and Homeland Alert Network (HHAN): Mr. Ciccotelli asked that the members of the Board 
subscribe to this alert system. 
Canton's 6th Annual Health and Fun Fair: The event will be held on Friday, May 30. Families and 
residents of the town are encouraged to attend. 
Health Nurse's Summer Hours: Terri Khoury will be adjusting her hours this summer so she can teach a 
class in public health nursing on Thursdays from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. 
ADMINISTRATION 
Regular Session Minutes — January 6, 2014: A signature was required for these approved minutes.

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BILLS AND VOUCHERS 
Bills and Vouchers: Upon a motion by Mr. Schneiders, seconded by Dr. Levrault, the Board voted to 
approve the bills and vouchers as presented. VOTED: 3 — 0. 
ADDITIONAL ITEMS 
Next Meeting: The next meeting is scheduled for June 2, 2014. 
Adjournment: Upon a motion by Mr. Schneiders, seconded by Dr. Levrault, the Board voted to approve 
adjourning the meeting at 7:15 p.m. VOTED: 3 — 0. 
Respectfully submitted, 
It 
Richard N. Levrault, M.D. 
Clerk

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts 
Department of Agricultural Resources 
Division of Animal Health 
a 251 Causeway Street, Suite 500 
s Boston, MA 02114-2151 
Nomination of Inspector of Animals 
In accordance with the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 129, sections 15 and 16, nominating authorities of each city 
and town are required to nominate one or more inspectors of animals by April 1, 2014. Please complete or make 
necessary changes and return this form to the above address. The Director will review your nomination and, assuming 
appointment is confirmed, will return to you a Certificate of Appointment. Please submit one form for each person 
nominated. Any city or town not in compliance is subject to a penalty of $500. 
City or Town of Canton 3/18/2014 
To the Director, Division of Animal Health, Department of Agricultural Resources 
In accordance with the provisions of section 15 of Chapter 129, General Laws, as amended, the following nomination of 
inspector of animals for the year ending April 30, 2015 is sent for your approval: 
Inspector of Animals 
Name: Kevin P. Brophy 
Mail Address: 79 Pleasant St 
Canton, MA - 02021 
Phone: (781) 953-0450 Fax:(781) 821-0337 
Email: kevin.brophy@verizon.net 
Nominating Authority 
Contact: John Ciccotelli 
Office: Board of Health 
Mail: 79 Pleasant St. 
Canton, MA - 02021 
P: (781) 821-5021 F: (781) 821-0337 
Email: jciccotelli@town.canton.ma.us 
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Mail: 
Phone: 
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Nominating Authority: 
Contact: 
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Fax: 
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Acceptance of Nomination of Inspector of Animals (must be notarized) 
Fax: 
I hereby accept my nomination as Inspector of Animals for the City or Town of Canton, and if and when I am appointed, I 
solemnly swear to faithfully perform the duties of that office, all of which are listed in General Laws Chapter 129, and 
Massachusetts Regulations 330 CMR 10.00-10.10 (rabies regulations). 
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Appointment of Inspector of Animals (Division of Animal Health use on 
Notice is hereby given that I, Michael Cahill acting under authority of sections 15 and 16 of Chapter 129`of (he General 
Laws, as amended, hereby approve the nomination of as Inspector of Animals for the City or 
Town of Canton, Massachusetts. 
Date Approved: 
Director, Division of Animal Health

Town of Canton, Massachusetts 
BOARD OF HEALTH 
79 Pleasant Street 
Canton, Massachusetts 02021 
Tel.: (781) 821-5021 
Board of Health Fax: (781) 821-0337 Director of Public Health 
Judie E. Goodman John L. Ciccotelli, R. S., C.H.O. 
Robert P. Schneiders 
Richard X Levrault 
May 21, 2014 
FAX# 617 626 1850 
Mr. Michael Cahill, Director 
Division of Animal Health 
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts 
251 Causeway Street, Suite 500 
Boston, MA 02114-2151 
Dear Mr. Cahill: 
On May 12, 2014 the Canton Board of Health voted to recommend Kevin P. Brophy be nominated 
as the Inspector of Animals for the Town of Canton from May 1, 2014 — April 30, 2015. 
Attached please find a copy of the completed signed, dated, notorized Nomination of Inspector of 
Animals form from the Town of Canton. This document covers May 1, 2014 through April 30, 2015. The 
original is being mailed to your office today. If you have any questions or concerns, please call 
781 821 5021. 
Sincerely, 
John L. Ciccotelli, R.S., C.H.O. 
Director of Public Health 
Canton Board of Health