NEW ENGLAND POWER (002)NEW ENGLAND POWER-
�COLLINS COVE,BRIDGE ST. AREAS 'FAS
113 Bridge Street
Salem, MA 01970
September 6, 1985
Mr. Robert Blenkhorn, CHO
Board of Health
9 North Street
Salem, MA 01970
Dear Mr. Blenkhorn:
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HEALTH DEPT.
Enclosed is a copy of a letter I have sent to Mr. Beattie, Public
Relations' representative for New England Power. The letter strongly
recommends that the company fill in the old B&M trench which runs along
Webb Street through to the North River, and has been signed by all the
property owners whose homes abut the trench.
We are aware that the periodic work New England Power has done in
removing debris and overgrowth from the trench these past three years
has come about from your efforts in.the Board of Health, and we want
you to know that we appreciate your aid. We do feel, though, that
filling in the trench will provide the only permanent solution to the
problem, and we hope that you agree.
Your support of this project would be greatly appreciated.
Very truly yours,
Elizabeth Murphy /�
113 Bridge Street
Salem, MA 01970
September 6, 1985
Mr. David Beattie, Public Relations
New England Power Plant
205 Washington Street
Salem, MA 01970
Dear Mr. Beattie:
This letter is being sent to you on behalf of concerned property owners
whose homes and businesses abut the trench which runs along Webb Street
through to the railroad tracks along the North River in Salem.
Although we appreciate the attention New England Power has been giving
to periodically cleaning out the trench of garbage which has been consistently
and illegally thrown into the trench, and of pruning overgrown brush in the
trench, we feel that the company's efforts and expenses could be put to better
use by eliminating the problem: fill in the trench and plant grass and trees
in the area instead.
For many years now, the railroad tracks which used to run through the trench
have been taken up, eliminating the need for the trench. Instead, the area has
become a breeding ground for rats+and other vermin, and has created a health
hazard to the population immediately surrounding the area. In addition, the
area closest to the deepest portions of the trench poses a danger to both
pedestrians and motorists, due to inadequate fencing. Moreover, heavy vehicles
constantly and illegally pass across the small bridge which spans the trench
on Bridge Street, causing vibrations which disturb foundations and walls of the
buildings which immediately surround the bridge.
Over the years, many property owners have independently contacted New England
Power to complain of the problems the trench was causing. Many have also com-
plained to Board of Health officials independently.on the same matter. Neither
action has brought satisfactory results. This is why we are appealing to you
now in a group, for the trench is a problem which affects many residents, not
just a few.
Everyone wishes to improve his property and exist in safe surroundings.
This fact has been dramatically shown in the extensive renovations to properties
on Bridge Street and on the streets which surround it. It is our collective
wish that New England Power feels the same way as a property owner and a respon-
sive member of the community. Only New England Power can do something to restore
the beauty and eliminate health and safety hazards which the trench has created
for such a long time.
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We, the undersigned, would appreciate your bringing the problem and
our proposed solution to the attention of New England Power,in hopes
that the company can deal speedily and effectively in permanently elimi-
nating the trench and the problems it has created.
Very truly yours,
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Mr. Robert Blenkhorn
April 25, 1984
Salem Health Department
9 North Street
Salem, MA 01970
Att: Robert Blenkhorn
Dear Mr. Blenkhorn
New England Power Company
Salem Harbor Station
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
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APR 2 G 1984
CITY OE SALEM
HEAL'T'H DEPT.
In reference to our telephone conversation of. Monday April 23,1984
regarding New England Power Company's right of way through the Collins
Cove and Bridge Street areas, I have the following information:
1. I have referred your comments regarding cleanup of that area
to Robert Mellor, our Superintendant of Distribution over in
Malden.
He intends to inspect the area within the week in order to
evaluate the situation.
2. You requested a statement from me, spelling out our short and
long term plans for clean up. I will be in touch with you
next week after the area has been inspected to discuss what
action will be taken.
If you have any questions in the meantime, please call.
�V truly your%
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Ro`C6rt F. P eshong
A New England Electric System company
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Salem Health Department
9 North Street
Salem, MA 01970
Att: Robert Blenkhorn
Dear Mr. Blenkhorn,
New England Power Company
Salem Harbor Station
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
April zs, 1984 APR 2 6 1984
CITY OF SALEM
HEALTH DEPT,
In reference to our telephone conversation of Monday April 23,1984
regarding New England Power Company's right of way through the Collins
Cove and Bridge Street areas, I have the following information:
1. I have referred your comments regarding cleanup of that area
to Robert Mellor, our Superintendant of Distribution over in
Malden.
He intends to inspect the area within the week in order to
evaluate the situation.
2. You requested a statement from me, spelling out our short and
long term plans for clean up. I will be in touch with you
next week after the area has been inspected to discuss what
action will be taken.
If you have any questions in the meantime, please call.
V truly yours
Ror�eshong `
A New England Electric System company
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CITY OF SALEM HEALTH DEPARTMENT
BOARD OF HEALTH
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
ROBERT E. BLENKHORN December 4; 1984 9 NORTH STREET
HEALTH AGENT
(617) 741-1800
Robert Hawthorne
241 Maple St.
Danvers, Ma 01923
Dear Sir:
Due to a complaint received by this department and the result of an on-
site inspection conducted by Robert E. Blenkhorn, C.H.O., health Agent
on December -3, 1984 of your vending machine located at the New England
Power Company, 24 Fort Avenue, Salem, Mass.
At time of inspection, Mr. Hawthorne accompanied Mr. Blenkhorn and the
following observations were noted:
1. Vending machines had build up of grime and soil.
2. There was no sanitizing solution on site to facilitate
cleaning of machines.
3. There was no License from the Mass. Dept. Public health Div.
of Food and Drugs on site or on the machines for the operator.
4. Food sandwich item (2) wrapped in clear wrap and hand written
were words turkey breast, no label, with open date, ingredients,
name and place of business of manufacturer, packer or distributor
or net quantity of contents.
Note: Mr. Hawthorne removed these (2) items from the machines
and said food items are sold only from the vending, machines.
NOTE: Mr. Blenkhorn told Mr. Hawthorne he would conduct a re -inspection
in one week on December 11, 1984. Mr. Hawthorne said he had a license
from Mass. Dept. Public Health and would have this license on site at
time of reinspection.
If at this time the owner or operator of these machines is not the holder
of a valid Mass. Dept. of Public health Permit and/or License, he is hereby
ordered to immediately remove these machines and food items from sale.
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You are hereby ORDERED to make a good faith effort to correct these violations; said
corrections to comment. ;u dtatafter receipt of this letter and to be complete((
no later than 24 hours
Under Provisions of Chapter,2 of The State Code, the _above are considered EMERGENCY
CONDITIONS that may endanger or materially impair the health and/or safety and well-
being of an occupant (s).
Please notify the Health Department, by letter, of your intent to make these repairs.
Also please be advised that the conditions which exist may permit the occupant (s) to
exercise one or more statutory remedies which can include rent withholding.
Failure on, your part to comply within the specified time can result in a complaint In
the Salem District Court.
410:850• RIGHT TO HEARING: Unless otherwise specified in this Chapter, the followinc,
persons may request a hearing before the [Board of Health by Itli.ng a written petition:
(a) Any person or persona upon whom any order has been served pursuant to any reiulati(w
of this Chapter (except for an order issued after the requirements of 105 CMR 410.831
have been satisfied); provided such petition. must be filed seven (7) days after the day
the ORDER was served.
FOR T11E BOARD OF HEALTH
ROBERT E. BLENKIIORN
Health Agent
CERTIFIED MAIL P P 443 500 208
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
ENOLS:
1) Procedures for filing Petition
2) Two-page Inspection Report
cc: Building .inspector Tenant(s)
Electrical Inspector ,tttor"e
Fire Prevention Plumbing Inspector
Dave Beattie, New England Power Co,
REPIN TO:
City Counrlllon
cc Mass. Dept. Public Health Div. Food & Drug
Salem Health Departmcirt
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You are hereby ORDERED to make a good faith effort to correct these violations; said
corrections to comment. ;u dtatafter receipt of this letter and to be complete((
no later than 24 hours
Under Provisions of Chapter,2 of The State Code, the _above are considered EMERGENCY
CONDITIONS that may endanger or materially impair the health and/or safety and well-
being of an occupant (s).
Please notify the Health Department, by letter, of your intent to make these repairs.
Also please be advised that the conditions which exist may permit the occupant (s) to
exercise one or more statutory remedies which can include rent withholding.
Failure on, your part to comply within the specified time can result in a complaint In
the Salem District Court.
410:850• RIGHT TO HEARING: Unless otherwise specified in this Chapter, the followinc,
persons may request a hearing before the [Board of Health by Itli.ng a written petition:
(a) Any person or persona upon whom any order has been served pursuant to any reiulati(w
of this Chapter (except for an order issued after the requirements of 105 CMR 410.831
have been satisfied); provided such petition. must be filed seven (7) days after the day
the ORDER was served.
FOR T11E BOARD OF HEALTH
ROBERT E. BLENKIIORN
Health Agent
CERTIFIED MAIL P P 443 500 208
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
ENOLS:
1) Procedures for filing Petition
2) Two-page Inspection Report
cc: Building .inspector Tenant(s)
Electrical Inspector ,tttor"e
Fire Prevention Plumbing Inspector
Dave Beattie, New England Power Co,
REPIN TO:
City Counrlllon
cc Mass. Dept. Public Health Div. Food & Drug
December 7, 1984
To the Salem Board of Health -
It has been reported to me that someone using my name has com-
plained to your Board about a vendor of incidental foods and candy to
the Salem Harbor Generating Station.
This is to certify that I did not make such complaint and that
I know of no reason why such a report should be made.'
I would appreciate confirmation by an official of the Board of
Health of my statement above.
Very truly yours,
J
Aime LaBont6, Jr.
This man has never contacted me or this department or has registered
AM/rh any complaint. e�U�/i
Obert E. Blenkhorn 12/7/84
Mr. John O'Brien
Chief Inspector
New England Power Company
Salem Harbor Stationy
Salem, MSg" �}"'1�307970� �0 f;f
December 12, 1984
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On December 3, 1984, an on-site inspection was held at Salem Harbor
Station, 24 Fort Avenue, Salem Ma, })y Health Agent Robert E. Blenkhorn
in regard to complaints against Robert Hawthorne. The following
complaints have been resolved:
(1) Mr. Hawthorne applied for a new vending machine license
subsequent to the date of expiration.
(2) New shelving was purchased and installed on the vending
machines to replace the old shelves which had a build up of
grime and soil.
(3) Sanitizing solution is on site to clean the machines.
(4) There will be no sandwiches sold in Mr. Hawthorn's machines,
or by other meens, unless purchased from a reputable licensed
vendor. Mr. Hawthorne will not prepair any food or transport
sandwiches until his truck is properly enuipt.
I would like to thank you and Mr. Blenkhorn for your immediate
resnonse to this matter and the professionalism shown to us by both
of your departments. Mr. Hawthorne's license application has been mailed.
Please expedite the issuing of a new license to Mr. Hawthorne; he would
be extremely thankful.
cc: Robert Blenkhorn
Sincerely,
Robert L. Rossi
A New England Electric System company Staff Assistant