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228-230 Complaint Records & Orders to Correct PART II
Page 1 of3 Ernie Mathieu From: Ernie Mathieu Sent: Thursday, May 04, 2006 3:17 PM To: 'Dr Kevin Murrray' Subject: RE: FW: 228 bridge st Dear Dr. Murray, Thank you for your efforts and the update. Please call me .Mien the windows are in and ALL the violations are corrected. Ernie Mathieu 587-1213 From: Dr Kevin Murrray [mailto:drkmurr @verizon.net] Sent: Thursday, May 04, 2006 10:28 AM To: Ernie Mathieu Subject: Re: FW: 228 bridge st HI Ernie, I wanted to let you know that 1 paid a roofer S800 to rcp.ur the roof prior to receiving your email. We have had some heavy rains in the past 2 weeks and acem ding to my handyman, as of yesterday(5/3) there are no leaks occurring and the newly painted area have no water stains. I'm not sure what more to do about this part. I'm still waiting on the storm windows, I will call toda} ro try to find out where they are. All the other work is completed. Thanks, Kevin Murray Ernie Mathieu <emathieuAnorthamptonma.gov> wrota Dear Dr. Murray, I have been inform that you had repairs made to the roof ara Ms. Farrow claims that she has observed water coming in through the bathroom ceiling after the repairs were made. Please arrange to have the roof repaired to prevent any leaks in the interior of the dwelling by May 15, 2006,which is your new deadline to correct ALL of the violations. Again, please cal; me on or about May 15, 2006 to set up a re- inspection time. From: Patti Prunhuber [mailto:PPrunhuber @wmis.orgl Sent: Thursday, April 20, 2006 9:29 AM To: Farrow, Jacqueline Cc: Ernie Mathieu Subject: RE: 228 bridge st Dear Jackie, I just spoke with Ernie Matthieu at the BOH. He was unaw that the roof was(still) leaking. He asked 5/4/2006 that you call him the next time it rains so that he can see it[ and get his cell phone it so that if it rains during the weeker- could call him and he would come out to witness it. He we repair. I believe that he will also be speaking with Dr. Mur repair, and if he believes that its already been taken care c. rage 4 m0 mself. He offered that you could call him as it is supposed to do this weekend) you then go to Housing Court to seek orders for to determine what his plans are for roof Sincerely, Patti Prunhuber Original Message From: Ernie Mathieu tmailto:emathieu @northamptonmagcd] Sent: Wednesday, April 19, 2006 3:18 PM To: Dr Kevin Murrray Cc: Farrow, Jacqueline Subject: RE: 228 bridge st April 19, 2006 Dear Kevin,informed Please your letter dated Marcht14 your 2006, for a granted.xan PIense call me on or6ab about, May the 152006 to violations up a re-inspection time. Sincerely, Ernie Mathieu, 5871213 (Direct Line) Cc. J. Farrow From: Dr Kevin Murrray tmailto:drkmurr @verizon.net] Sent:Thursday, April 13, 2006 9:59 AM To: Ernie Mathieu Subject: RE: 228 bridge st Hi Ernie, Thanks for the quick reply. Thanks, Kevin Murray aeeks should he more :h.m enough. Ernie Mathieu <emathieu(gnorthmnptonma.gon>rcr Kevin, I can grant you an extension. How many more weeks de me know. Ernie Mathieu Health Director 587-1213 From: Dr Kevin Murrray [mailto:drkmurr @verizon.neti Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2006 2:37 PM To: Ernie Mathieu Subject: 228 bridge st 5/4/2006 need to get everything done? Let Hi Ernie, Wanted to let you know that my handyman told Inc II finished this week,but that the storm windows arc o^ and they told him it would take about 14 days. I'he r. for completion of work. 1 don't think the windows w need to do? Thanks, Kevin Murray 5/4/2006 majority of the work should be order. He ordered them last week ispection report had a date of 4/15 III be in by then. Is there anything I ug •J• Ernie Mathieu From: Ernie Mathieu Sent: Tuesday, May 09, 2006 2:24 PM To: 'Dr Kevin Murrray' Cc: 'ifarrow @Stavros.org' Subject: RE: 228 bridge st sear Dr. Murray, got your message that everything is done except the windows. Please call me when the widows are in. I also =commend that you check your list to make sure that everything is done or there will be a fee for me to go back gain as I indicat4d in the letter I sent you. "hanks, Ernie 587-1213 From: Dr Kevin Murrray [mailto:drkmurr @verizon.net] Sent:Tuesday, May 09, 2006 2:13 PM To: Ernie Mathieu Subject: RE: 228 bridge st kli again Ernie, I just spoke with Dave, the guy who's doing the work. He's prepared to put the storms in on thursday if they come in tomorrow, it should only take him about 2 hours. I'll be talking to him tomorrow to find out if the windows came in. Thanks, Kevin Ernie Mathieu <emathieu a�jrorthamptonma.gov>wrote: Hi Kevin, Please call me soon to set up a re-inspection date and time. Thanks, Ernie From:Farrow, Jacqueline [mailto:jfarrow @5tavros.org] Sent: Monday, May 08, 2006 9:54 AM To: Ernie Mathieu Subject: RE: 228 bridge st Hi heEwire in the time again off rlequest and I do confirm not want to put in for the 15th until I confirm irm with9you. down to THANKS!I!!I!! ----Original Message---- From: Farrow, Jacqueline Sent: Friday, May 05, 2006 11:00 AM To: 'Ernie Mathieu' 5/9/2006 Subject: RE: 228 bridge st Hello Ernie-What time on May 15th so I can put in a time off request with my supervisor. Thanks!!! Jackie ----Original Message----- From: Ernie Mathieu [m ilt 2006 at ieu n rthamptonma.gov] April Sent: Wednesday, To: Dr Kevin Murrray Cc Farrow,Jacqueline Subject RE: 228 bridge st April 19,2006 Dear Kevin, violations lolaein informed that your request fo a second your letter dated March 14,2006, has been 0 extension the n g anted. an Plea se me on or about, March 14, 2006 to setup a re-inspection time. Sincerely, Ernie Mathieu, 5871213 (Direct Line) Cc: J. Farrow From: Dr Kevin Au April 13, ailt :drk ur @verizon.net] Sent:Thursday, p To: Ernie Mathieu Subject: RE: 228 bridge st Hi Ernie, Thanks for the quick reply. 2 weeks should be more than enough. Thanks, Kevin Murray Ernie Mathieu <emathieu a)�j+orthamptonma.gov>wrote: Kevin, I can grant you an extension. How many more weeks do you need to get everything done? Let me know. Ernie Mathieu Health Director 587-1213 From: Dr Kevin Murrray [mailto:drkmurr @verizon.net] Sent: Wednesday, April 12, 2006 2:37 PM To: Ernie Mathieu Subject: 228 bridge st Hi Ernie, Wanted to let you know that my handyman told me the majority of the work 5/9/2006 should be finished this week,but that the storm windows are on order. He ordered them last week and they told him it would take about 14 days. The inspection report had a date of 4/15 for completion of work. I don't think the windows will be in by then. Is there anything I need to do? Thanks, Kevin Murray 5/9/2006 tie Mathieu rem: Farrow Jacqueline ljfarrow©Stavros.orgl :ot: Monday,June 05, 2006 10:35 AM r; Ernie Mathieu abject: RE:228 bridge st 228 Bridge Street/Jacqueline Farrow Duld like to take an opportunity to thank you for your assistance with the above referenced matter. Throughout entire process I always felt very informed and comfortable with you. The level of communtication was great any yourselftherre was had meeting of the minds between myself(the Because tenant) the landlthe ord.d. I understand handled rr job is not an easy one because of strong feelings involved by both parties and I appreciate your >fessionalism. Thanks again -Jacqueline E. Farrow Original Message From: Ernie Mathieu aiIto: 6 1 22 PM northamptonma.gov Sent: Thursday, June 0 To Dr Kevin Murrray Cc: Farrow,Jacqueline Subject: RE: 228 bridge st Hi Kevin, It Hi Kevin,be please call me at explain the 13.quirements about tenants paying for lighting in common areas by Ernie From: Dr Kevin Murrray [ ailt 9 rk ur @verizon.net Sent: Thursday, June OS To: Ernie Mathieu Subject RE: 228 bridge st Thanks Ernie,I'll ahve these addressed asap. As as far as the exterior light, can I install a second one that is controlled by her unit? In other words, does the code allow for allow for individual unit's one exterior lights (perhaps even having the lights side by side), g of for one and another light for another unit? That way they each have a seperately metered and controlled light for that outside area. Thanks, Kevin Murray Ernie Mathieu <emathieu a�jrorthamptanma.gov>wrote: (June 1, 2006 Dear Dr Murrray: 6/5/2006 I conducted a re inspection on May 19, 2006. I violations were found to be corrected except for the following: I. One front porch window had no screen. Please install a screen. 2. The exterior light to driveway was connected to the other tenant's electrical box. Ms. Furrow states that they do not have access to turn it of or on. According to her it is to be on and a night ths area is driveway to theiri s walkway.This ahcommontexterriior area andfis requi ire byrc de t the ligted and lighted at night for all tenants when in use. Please allow Ms. Furrow access to this light. 3. The leak in the bathroom roof appears to be fixed but there is still water stains on the window casing and the wall. Please paint the stains. As soon as these 3 items are corrected please notify me and I will issue you a certificate of compliance stating that all the violations are corrected. Sincerely, Ernest Mathieu From: Dr Kevin Murrray[mailto:drkmurr @verizon.net] Sent: Wednesday, May 31, 2006 9:20 AM To: Ernie Mathieu Subject: RE: 228 bridge st Hi Ernie, Just checking to see how the inspection went. Thanks, Kevin Murray Ernie Mathieu <emathieu a�jrorthamptonma.gav>wrote: Dear Jacqueline, Please call me at 567-1213 to setup an appointment so that I can get into your apartment for a re-inspection.To owner states that the work is done. Thank You. Ernie Mathieu From: Dr Kevin mailto:drkmurr @verizon.net] Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 1:55 PM To: Ernie Mathieu Subject: RE: 228 bridge st Hi Ernie, My handyman says the work is done today. Let me know when you want to 6/5/2006 there is a fee for reinspe tion,but if it is needed, at least something. he'll know exaTtlyrwhy. Thanks, Kevin Murray orthamptonma.gov>wrote: rnie Mathieu Hi Kevin, Please call me Thanks, Ernie <emathieu@n soon to setup a re-inspection date and time. From: Farrow,Jacqueline el n2006aillto:4jfaarrow@Stavros.org] Sent: Monday, To: Ernie Mathieu Subject RE: 228 bridge st Hi Ernie its me again - I really need to confirm date and time of re inspection - I' (forting rght down tiw to the wire with the he time off request and do not want to put n ----Original Message----- From: Farrow, Jacqueline Sent: Friday, May 05, 2006 11:00 AM To: 'Ernie Mathieu' Subject RE: 228 bridge st Hello Ernie-What time on May 15th so I can put in a time off request with my supervisor. Thanks!!! Jackie ----Original Message----- From: Ernie Mathieu m ilt .emathieu PM rthamptonma.gov Sent Wednesday, April To: Dr Kevin Murrray Cc: Farrow, Jacqueline Subject RE: 228 bridge st April 19,2006 Dear Kevin, May 15,b 2006 to correct your he violationsfinr your letter dated extension March 14,a second 2006,has been granted. an Please call me on or about, March 14, 2006 to setup a re-inspection time. Sincerely, Ernie Mathieu, 5971213(Direct Line) Cc:J. Farrow From Dr Kevin Murrray [mailto:drkmurr @verizon.net] Sent:Thursday, April 13, 2006 9:59 AM 6/5/2006 To: Ernie Mathieu Subject RE: 228 bridge st Hi Ernie, Thanks for the quick reply. 2 weeks should be more than enough. Thanks, Kevin Murray Ernie Mathieu <emathieu northamptonma.gov>wrote: evin, can need d to get everything done?Let me know.weeks do many more rnie Mathieu ealth Director 87-1213 rom: Dr Kevin Murrra i mad3 r@verizon.net] nt: Wednesday, rrP 120o2 7 o: Ernie Mathieu ubject: 228 bridge st i Ernie, anted to let you know that my handyman told me e majority of the should is week, gut that the storm windowsar e are order. He ordered hem last week and they told him it would take about 4 days. The inspection report had a date of 4/15 for ompletion of work. I don't think the i dows will be n by then. Is there anything I need 6/5/2006 hanks, evin Murray ie Mathieu m: Ernie Mathieu it Thursday, June 01, 2006 12:22 PM 'Dr Kevin Murrray' 'jfarrow @Stavros.org' bject: RE: 228 bridge st avin, uld be best if me o lt uldd explain the requirements about tenants paying for lighting in common areas by phone. A e m: Dr Kevin Murrray [mailto:drkmurr @verizon.net] it: Thursday, June 01, 2006 9:29 AM Ernie Mathieu bject: RE: 228 bridge st anks Ernie,I'll ahve these addressed asap. As as far as the exterior light, can I install a second one a is,rhaps even having ng the lights side by side), one elight ford one unit for nd another light for anotherrunit? iat way they each have a seperately metered and controlled light for that outside area. Tanks, evil Murray rnie Mathieu <emathieu@northamptanma.gov>wrote: June 1, 2006 Dear Dr Murrray: I conducted a re-inspection on May 19, 2006. I violations were found to be corrected except for the following: 1. One front porch window had no screen. Please install a screen. 2. The exterior light to driveway was connected to the other tenant's electrical box. Ms. Furrow states that they do not have access to turn it of or on. According to her it is never on and a night this area is never lighted and the have to walk through the dark from the driveway ay y to their walkway.This is a common exterior area and is required by code to be lighted at night for all tenants when in use. Please allow Ms. Furrow access to this light. 3. The leak in the bathroom roof appears to be fixed but there is still water stains on the window casing and the wall. Please paint the stains. As soon as these 3 items are corrected please notify me and I will issue you a certificate of compliance stating that all the violations are corrected. Sincerely, 6/1/2006 Ernest Mathieu gym: Dr Kevin Yurrray[m Z rr verizon.net] t: Wednesday, May 31, 2006 Ernie Mathieu bject: RE: 228 bridge st Ernie, st checking to see how the inspection went. cranks, evin Murray :rnie Mathieu <emathieu@northamptonma.gov>wrote: Dear Jacqueline, Please call me at 587-1213 to setup an appointment so that I can get into your apartment for a re-inspection.To owner states that the work is done. Thank You. Ernie Mathieu From: Dr Kevin Murrray 06ailt55dr urr @verizon.net] Sent: Friday, May 12, To: Ernie Mathieu Subject RE: 228 bridge st Hi Ernie, My handyman says the work is done today. Let me know when you want to inspect as he'd like to be there in case he misunderstood something. I understand there is a fee for remspection,but if it is needed, at least he'll know exactly why. Thanks, Kevin Murray Ernie Mathieu ii Kevin, Please call me Thanks, Ernie <emathieu a(u orthamptonmagov>wrote: soon to set up a re-inspection date and time. From Farrow, Jacqueline 2 [mG ilto: AM w @Stavros.org] Sent: Monday, May 08, 0 To Ernie Mathieu Subject RE: 228 bridge st 6/1/2006 li Ernie its me again -I really need to confirm date and time of re inspection -I'm 5th until l t down to with wire in the time of f�request and I do not want to put in for the ---Original Message----- From: Farrow, Jacqueline Sent: Friday, May 05, 2006 11:00 AM To: 'Ernie Mathieu' Subject: RE: 228 bridge st Hello Ernie -What time on May 15th so I can put in a time off request with my supervisor. Thanks!!! Jackie ----Original Message----- From: Ernie Mathieu [m 19:emathieu PM rthamptonma.gov 2006 318 April Sent: Wednesday, To: Dr Kevin Murrray Cc: Farrow,Jacqueline Subject: RE: 228 bridge st April 19, 2006 Dear Kevin, Please be informed that your request for a second extension to May 15, 2006 to correct the violations in your letter dated March 14, 2006,has been granted. an Please call me on or about, March 14, 2006 to set up a re-inspection time. Sincerely, Ernie Mathieu, 5871213 (Direct Line) Cc: J. Farrow From: Dr Kevin Aril 13, 2006 9:59 M u [ p @verizon.net] Sent:Thursday, April Ernie Mathieu Subject: RE: 228 bridge st Hi Ernie, Thanks for the quick reply. 2 weeks should be more than enough. Thanks, Kevin Murray Ernie Mathieu <emathieu@northamptonma.gov>wrote: evin, can grant you an extension. How many more weeks do you eed to get everything done? Let me know. rnie Mathieu ealth Director 87-1213 6/1/2006 D OF HEALTH !EMBERS KARPARIS,R.N.,MPH IMGEOUR,MHEd,CHES FLEITMAN,M.O. STAFF rthlou,R.S.,M.S.,C.H.O. tor of Public Health "(or,R.S.,Sanitary Inspector I,R.N.,Public Health Nurse lane Heon'Clerk OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF HEALTH CET? O NORTHAMPTON 212 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON,MA 01060 (413)587-1214 FAX(413)587-1221 CO CORRECT VIOLATIONS OF CHAPTER II OF THE STATE SANITARY CODE JNI STANDARDS OF FITNESS ABATEMENT FOHU R M HUMAN HABITATION" AND/OR MGL,CHAPTER 111, JS 122-127, March 14, 2006 Kevin M. Murray 154 Summer Street Amherst,MA 01002 RE: 228 Brid e Street REASON FOR INSPECTION: Complaint by Tenant-Jacqueline Farrow This is an important legal document. It may affect your rights. You may obtain a translation of this form at: lsto e urn documento legal muito importante que podera afectar os seus direitos. Podem adquirir uma tradgao deste documento de: Le suivante est un important document legal. 11 pourrait affectar vos droits. Vous pouvez obtenir une traduction de cette forme a: Questo e un documento legate importante. Potrebbe avere effectto sui ottenere una traduzione di questo modulo a: suoi diritti. Lei pub Este es un documento legal importante.Puede que afecte sus direchos. Ud. Puede adquirir una tradecibn de esta forma en: w na twoje upmwnienia. Mozesz uzyskac tlumaczenie To jest wazne legalny dokument. To moze miec teo dokumentu w ofisie: Ply Mr. Murray: wesentative Board of Health conducted an inspection of your building on by 00,101 from the Northampton es loc p Sections operated 122-127, co 6 20ph at the premises er II of he S28 Brad a Street Northam which for compliance with Chapter t of the certify Sanitary inspections and s e L and well-being io es listed ed below,which:ement of Nuisances. This letter will certify thathte� health,ns revealed violations listed below, serious enough as to endanger or materially impair ,E II 410.000 VIOLATIONS IR OF OF BAG Owners name, posted and maintained on address, and telephone number not posted on the Building. ORDER: Owners name, address,and telephone number must be p dwelling adjacent to the mailboxes for such dwelling or elsewhere in the interior of such dwelling in a location visible to the residents. IT MUST BE CONSTRUCTED O NOTICE OF DURABLE MATERIAL NOT LESS THAN 20 S UARE INCHES IN SIZE BEARING HIS NAME ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE NUMBER. ENTRANCE Front entrance hallway does not lock. Door knob lock is defective. ORDER. Make a outside Most be able to be secured locked from inside by tenant and be able to unlock from iIDE ENTRANCE ORDER Instil a metal ornwood door entrance near This is a trip Hazard.li floor cover strip over 1 door fted torn area. NG ROOM IROOM Cracked window pane. ORDER: Replace cracked window pane. Cracked and missing floor tiles in front of sink. ORDER: Replace cracked and missing floor tiles in front of in komer above toilet.. Ceiling has a water stain and has cracked and peeling plaster There is evidence that a leak may exist. gutters for leaks. Repair any leaks that ORDER: Check roof and edge of roof aster on bathroom ceiling. Fill in cracks, are found. Scrap cracked and peeling p make smooth, and repaint. Marlite wall covering inside tub area is peeling along tub. There is no caulking around the tub and marlite wall. ORDER: Repair/replace wall and caulk around the tub and marlite wall. No smoke detector provided for bedroom. STALLED. ORDER: Install smoke detector outside of bedroom doorway hving room. BY MARCH 20 2006 AND NOTIFIY THIS OFFICE WHEN IN Rug is to room entrance.aThis s is ad trip Hazard. , if Installl ay metal or bedroom ood cover strip over lifted,torn, ORDER: necessary. icture window. leaks that Ceiling has a water stain near edge e of roof along gutters for leaks. Repair any ORDER: Cheeck k r000f a and edg are found. Paint water stain. MRS BEDROOM Cracked window pane(interior). ORDER: Replace cracked window pane. Cracked/broken window pane in storm window. ORDER: Replace cracked window pane. Closet ceiling has a water stain of roof along gutters for leaks. Repair any leaks that ORDER: Check roof and edge are found. Paint water stain. RS BEDROOM FRONT Bottom of exterior Repair/replace bottom of frame teriomissing.torm window frame.Provide a storm widow ORDER: Rep P and a screen. 80(E) One window has missing lock. ORDER: Replace lock. MRS BEDROOM REAR One missing storm window. ORDER: Replace missing storm window. 480(E) Two windows have missing locks. ORDER: Replace locks. NT PORCH Missing door knob/handle. ORDER: Install door knob/handle. Storm door does not open or close properly. Appears to be warped. ORDER: Replace or adjust storm door to close properly. There was no owner's meter observed in the cellar. Tenant nt meter.l ms Therefore tht he garage age lights (i.e.and possibly other lights in common areas are on Tenant(s) lighting) supplied meth.heater) There must su lied to common areas and for equipment(i.e. furnace,hot water heater) on the premises appears to be included in the tenant(s) rent or is on the tenant(s) be an Owner's meter unless there ais a gree pay for such agreement between tnm the tenant(s) and the landlord stating that the tenant(s) gr ee to y ORDER: Install a Owner's meter unless the tenant agrees to create a written agreement that states the tenant is pay,1p an agreement ydoesfnot exist. Otherwise,the Owner must install above, if tenant a owner's r'py separate owner's meter if there is not one in place. (See section from code book below). 410.354: Metering of Electricity and Gas (A) The owner shall provide the electricity and gas used in each dwelling unit unless (1) Such gas or electricity is metered through a meter which serves only the dwelling unit,except as allowed by 105 CMR 410.254(B);and (2) The rental agreement provides for payment by the occupant. (B) If the owner is required,by 105 CMR 410.000 or by a rental agreement consistent with 105 CMR 410.000,to pay for the electricity or gas used in a dwelling unit, then such electricity or gas may be metered through meters which serve more than one dwelling unit. mainta n wiring and piping so thatf any such electricity or gas used ed n the ld dwelling unit tis metered rthrough smete sd in a which serve only such dwelling unit,except as allowed by 105 CMR 410.254(B). Garage doors are very difficult to open. It is suggested that the owner checks the garage doors for any disrepair and corrects the situation. States that one or more of the violations listed above is or may be a Condition which may materially impair the health or safety and well-being of the occupant as determined by 105 CMR 410.750 of Article II of the State Sanitary Code. authority of ARTICLE II 105.TATION AND M.G.L. CHAPTER R 111 SECTIONS MINIMUM 122 TO 25 ABATEMENT OF HUMAN you are hereby ordered to make a good faith effort to correct the following ANA Y Y ORDER AND NOTIFY THIS LCESAT 587-112214 WHEN ALL AVIOLATIOS ARE CORRECT ED. ASE NOTIFY HIS OFFICE AT 587-1214 WHEN ALL OF THE VIOLATIONS ARE DRTANT NOTE: tRECTED TO ARRANGE FOR A RE-INSPECTION. IF ALL OF THE VIOLATIONS NOT FOUND TO BE CORRECTED D THERE WILL BE A $75.00 RE-INSPECTION )TILER RE-INSPECTION IS RE IRE FOR EACH RE INSPECTION RE IRED