

Unfortunately, the people he hired to do plumbing and electrical work did not get the proper permits for the job, slowing down the process. McNamara said McGrath has worked all winter to be ready to open. "I find if you cooperate and do the best you can, the city can be very understanding," McGrath said. McGrath said he understands the health officer is doing what she has to do per the requirements of her job. "Bill intends to complete the work, get his inspections and permits and reopen as soon as possible," said McNamara. She stressed that he has been very cooperative. McNamara said officials are working with McGrath. "Knock on wood," said McGrath, rapping on one of his tables. If they go as he hopes, he will call the city health inspector, Kristen Shaw, and city health officer, Kim McNamara, who, he said, will come for final inspections of proper permits and improvements to the establishment. McGrath said he has already scheduled electrical and plumbing inspections for this morning. The letter detailed problems that had to be corrected before owner William McGrath would be allowed to open this year. But it was closed again because it had failed to address concerns in a letter from the city health officer at the close of last season. establishment known as an outdoor waterfront watering hole, had opened last Friday. PORTSMOUTH - The owner of a local restaurant hopes to re-open for the season today.
