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20190423ABAgenda Briefing April 23, 2019 Agenda Item 1. Call to order/roll call Agenda Item 2. Questions about items listed on the Regular Meeting Agenda. Agenda Item 3. Discussion items. •Discuss Proposed Amendments to the Texas Pool & Spa Code and Miscellaneous Amendments to the Health Code Texas Swimming Pool and Spa Code History/Background •In past years, locations have only been inspected once by the third party agency when the permit holder applies for permit •With inspections and plan review now being conducted by Town staff, we need to adopt the Texas Swimming Pool and Spa Code •The Town of Prosper currently has 24 semi-public swimming pools, 3 spas, 4 inter-active water features/fountains, and the Windsong Ranch Crystal Lagoon (completion late Spring) •Each location is required to be inspected during operation, when a closure is warranted, and if a complaint is received Types of Pools/Water Features Subject to Inspections •Public pool –Typically associated with municipally-owned pools •Semi-Public pool -Typically associated with hotels, apartment complexes, HOA amenity centers, private clubs, and schools for the use of members and their guests but not open to the general public. •Spa-a volume of 3,250 gallons or less, commonly associated with “hydrotherapy pool,” “whirlpool,” “hot spa,” “hot tub,” etc. •Public & Semi Public Inter-active Water Feature -Commonly referred to as splash pads –currently in Town parks and day care centers. •Artificial Recreational Body of Water -Crystal Lagoon •Single Family Residential Pools and Spas -Subject to the initial Building Inspections plan review and inspections regarding setbacks, pool barriers, and proper installation of electrical and plumbing equipment. Upon acceptance of construction, these pools are not subject to any further inspections, unless we receive a complaint or receive evidence of stagnant water. Town Health Inspector Will Interact with and Check: •Pool Maintenance Personnel •Pool Maintenance •Pool Pumps, Drains and Suction Covers •Pool Construction •Pool Electrical Safety •Pool Gates, Locks, Signs and Rescue Devices •Pool Chemical -Handling and Storage Food Code What's changing? •Added a purpose •Clarifying existing definitions •Addition of new definitions •Amendments to existing sections •New section Amending Existing Definitions •Ensure Definitions are in line with Texas Department of State Health Services and ensure the Electrical, Fire, and Mechanical Code references are in line with the Town’s adopted 2015 adopted codes. New Definitions •Need New Definitions including Grease Trap –in line with Town’s Plumbing Code Walls and Ceiling surfaces in food prep areas and restrooms need to have light definitive reflective value (LRV) to remove subjectivity of Plan Reviewer and applicant Farmers Market –anticipated future use in the Town Seasonal Temporary Food Establishment –operating less than 45 consecutive days Amend Existing Sections of Food Code •Functionality of lighting to include food preparation area. •Handwashing sinks/handwashing cleanser availability/to include a supply of liquid soap •Grease trap location, size and sizing •Health Permit Non-Transferable •Finish height for floors, walls, and ceilings •Temporary Food Establishment Permit application –five (5) days prior to event (we have received applications at 4:45 pm on the day of the operation) •Bed and Breakfast Certified Food Manager on-site Refuse collection Kitchen facilities re: washing of containers Disposal of liquid waste •Sustained, popular use as found in many of our area communities•Recent interest in bringing a Farmers Market to Prosper –need to be prepared •Establish Definition and/or amend Definition in the Zoning Ordinance (Zoning Ordinance does not permit sale of meat, fish, poultry, eggs, refrigerated dairy products, or home packaged items). Meat, poultry, eggs, and refrigerated dairy items are appropriate if kept at proper temperatures.•Conditional allowance of fish, game animals and non-pasteurized dairy items from approved sources.•Farmers Market currently allowed by right in Downtown Retail, Retail, Downtown Commercial and Commercial Districts. SUP may be more appropriate.•Maximum % of area for non-food articles?•Guidelines will be similar to Temporary Food Establishments Farmers Market Agenda Item 3. Discussion items. •Discuss Census Support Resolution and Membership of Complete Count Committee •April 1, 2020 •On-Going Efforts oBoundary Updates oEducation Phase Website (including employment opportunities) Utility Billing Inserts •Town Council –May 14 th oResolution of Support oComplete Count Committee (CCC) appointments Education, Awareness, and Motivational ‘marketing’ entity Comprised of Town, school, civic, and/or religious representatives