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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 24, 2011

Absentee ballots way to up participation, BRTC says By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

Inside Calendar.................22 Marketplace............24 Faith .......................10 Health.....................15 Letters ....................12 Obituaries ...............11 Opinion...................12 Real Estate ............19 Seniors ...................14 Sports.....................16

tions in advance of a vote. He noted that the Town Council could have scheduled the referendum Feb. 22 when a special election was held for the 6th District senate seat, but since that was school vacaSee Ballots, page 8

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The Town Clerk’s office received an unusual request lasts week for applications for 3,000 absentee ballots. The request was made by Paul Argazzi on behalf of the Republican Town Committee. In a letter to be mailed with the application, the BRTC urges people to vote “no” on the high school referendum question March 15 citing “a heavy financial burden on all taxpayers, especially seniors.” “It’s appropriate that people who are not here, and who can’t vote in person, have an opportunity to vote like everyone else,” Argazzi said adding that many people will go south for the winter or are more likely to be unable to get to the polls, or may be ill. Town Clerk Kate Wall said one blank application was requested and her office was notified that the intent was to make copies: 3,015. State election laws state that if you are going to make more than five copies, the town clerk must

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were Director of Economic Development Jim Mahoney, Continued from page 1 Police Chief Paul Fitzgerald, Board of Education Presitance regarding the integrity dent Gary Brochu and Superof a structure. Waznia said several small structures col- intendent of Schools David lapsed but there were no ma- Erwin. Salina said the good news jor buildings affected and no is Grand List growth and Gov. injuries due to the snow isMalloy’s recent pledge to sues at buildings. Town Manager Denise Mc- maintain the state’s level of Nair called dealing with this Educational Cost Sharing winter’s issues “an experi- funds to towns. However, the ence.” She said town crews snow storms do mean the often worked 24/7 for days at town’s contingency fund took a time, only to be called back a huge hit, with unexpected to work after a short reprieve expenditures of nearly a as the storms kept coming. quarter million dollars tapFlooding and potholes are ping that fund. Brochu talked about the probably the next wave of renovate-as-new concerns for the town, she proposed plan for the high school, an said. Also giving presentations item that is the subject of a

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mission statement: “We understood that people work hard for their money. Our job was to deliver the best values possible. That was the idea then and that’s still our goal today. Although we are known as a closeout company, we prefer to think of ourselves as opportunistic merchants.” “It’s a good model and it works in both larger and smaller versions,” Sarlitto said, adding “There is something about the smaller sites” that makes stores like Berlin’s a comfortable fit for a community like this. Each site is “assessed year to year” in regards to its viability and the Berlin store “is doing fine…no indication that we

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Golf course, $90,000 in the hole, revamps its approach By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

Timberlin Golf Course officials told the Town Council last week that they are tackling a $90,000 deficit at the facility through a number of means. The presentation was part of a discussion about fees for the upcoming season. Running a municipal golf

course “is a tough business,” said Mayor Adam Salina. “We’re losing money at our golf course.” While Parks and Recreation Commission sets the rules for the course, the council must approve fees. Len Zielinski, commission chairman, and Jonathan Zuk, golf course manager, outlined the plan to “close the gap” on a $90,000 budget

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this issue” and “we are committed to continuing this transparency by making ourselves available to the public.” He accepted the PTO invitation and said the board was willing to go ahead with the forum regardless of whether the BRTC participated or not. “We understand that a debate between two or more individuals or groups might not be the most efficient way to transmit information to 13,000 voters, but we also un-

is no architectural plan for the project and that “other viable alternatives have not been seriously considered” such as a $25 million plan “that would resolve 100 percent” of the problems. The Secretary of the State’s office states that absentee ballots may be used by: Those who are ill; physically disabled; serving in the military; those who will be out of town on Election Day; those providing service as

poll worker in polling places other than their own; or those whose religion forbids secular activity on Election Day. Among other rules for those mailing ballots; don’t mail unsolicited applications unless you include a written explanation about eligibility requirements. Also, “you may call people who receive absentee ballot applications and remind them of deadlines.”

derstand the importance of being available to interested members of the public. I thank you for the opportunity to do so. Regardless of whether or not this public forum takes place, we welcome the opportunity to meet with the PTOs or any other group of Berlin residents. Indeed,

we view it as our responsibility.” As of publication time, the PTO had not responded to The Citizen’s inquiry as to whether it still planned to hold a forum. To read the full text of the invitation and the BOE and BRTC replies go to www.berlincitizen.com.

Home Depot evacuated after iceencrusted gas meter leaks The Fire Marshal’s office said a gas leak at the Home Depot plaza around 7:45 a.m.Tuesday was caused by a gas meter that was completely covered in two feet of ice. The meter was located near the Deming Road access, behind Sam’s Club, a vacant store heated by gas. Home Depot was evacuated for about an hour, but other stores in the plaza were not open at the time and therefore not affected. Deputy Fire Marshal Matt Odishoo said it appeared that water draining from the roof had accumulated into a “giant icicle” over the meter, impeding the free flow of gas, and that the apparatus finally gave way. The ice problem was noticed a couple of weeks ago, but apparently not addressed. Sam’s Club had a slight odor of gas but no reading showed up on a meter during Tuesday’s inspection. Odishoo said the plan being worked out with Cedar Manangement, the plaza’s management company, is to shut off all utilities to Sam’s Club at this time.

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rive back at the high school at approximately midnight. Price per person includes round trip motor coach transportation, gaming vouchers, food voucher and tip for bus driver. For more information and to reserve a seat, contact Manny Germano at (860) 273-1263 or email germanoEF@ aetna.com. Parent donation request The Berlin High School Class of 2011 All Night Graduation Party Committee is asking each family of senior students to donate $50 to help offset the expense of the evening. This is not mandatory, and no child will be turned away; however, this event is very costly and the committee appreciates any and all support. The All Night Graduation Party provides a safe and fun evening for graduating seniors on their graduation night. Donations may be sent to Ellen Calafiore, 33 Round Hill Rd, Kensington, CT 06037. Checks may be made payable to: BHS Grad Party. For more information, contact Ellen Calafiore at (860) 223-6313 or ecalafiore@comcast.net

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The Forever Young Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, March 3 at 6 p.m. in Father Carroll Hall at Sacred Heart

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Bill Dobbs at (860) 829-1468, Dan Sabia at (860) 828-3141, Carol Dauphin at (860) 8289964, or Dick Colamussi at (860) 229-9137. Please bring pasta and sauce for the Berlin food pantry.

Ladies Guild The Ladies Guild of St. Paul Church has scheduled its monthly meeting for Wednesday, March 2 at 7 p.m. Author and ventriloquist, Judy Buch, is the scheduled guest speaker. This month’s food pantry item is peanut butter.

Dream On Dream On brings Christian messages of hope and guidance to teenage girls, ages 12 to 18. It is an exciting, high energy event that features music from the awardwinning Group 1 Crew, speakers like Chad Eastham and Jenna Lucado Bishop, and skits from the Revolve drama team. Messages about self image, friendship and dating, love, and life are shared from the Biblical perspective and a relationship with God is encouraged. This is a great opportunity for mothers to share their faith with their daughters.

The Berlin Citizen Thursday, February 24, 2011 The area event is scheduled for Friday, April 1 from 7 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, April 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hartford XL Center. The cost includes nine hours of music and messages and Saturday’s box lunch. For more information and cost, contact Diane Roncaioli at (860) 8287912. Additional information is available at RevolveTour.com.

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St Paul summer camp St. Paul Church has scheduled summer camp sessions for children entering first through sixth grade. The eight, week long programs offer both half and full day sessions. Half day is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon. Full day is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Before and after care is available. The first session begins June 20 and the last session ends Aug. 12. Registration is required. For more information and cost, call (860) 828-4343, email summercamp@stpaulkensington.org or visit www.stpaulkensington.org.

Kensington Congregational The Kensington Congregational Church Christian education program has scheduled a parent/child playgroup for Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. The group meets on a “drop-in” basis, in the Reeves Center, 185 Sheldon St. The playgroup is open to all who care for children from infants to preschoolers. For more information, call (860) 828-4511.

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The Berlin Congregational Church has scheduled free Tot Time for Thursdays, from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the church, 878 Worthington Ridge. Parents with children 1 through 5 years old enjoy craft time, play sessions, snacks, storytime and holiday parties. No registration is needed. For more information, call (860) 828-6586.

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Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Connecticut and Western Massachusetts is accepting applications for grants to be awarded in the second quarter of 2011. The deadline is Tuesday, March 1. To qualify for funding, projects must address and have a measurable impact on children in Connecticut or Western Massachusetts. Grants are awarded to nonprofit organizations. RMHC makes grants to programs that help children and their families in three main areas: 1) education; 2) health care; and 3) civic and social services. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with 501(c) (3) status in Connecticut or Massachusetts. For more information about RMHC or to apply for a grant, call Carole Bowman at (860) 659-0514, visit www.rmhcctma.org or connect on facebook.com/rmhc.ctma.

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nephews. She was predeceased by three brothers, Frank, John, and Angelo Alderuccio, and three sisters, Sarah D’Angelo, Felice Sorice, and Lucy Marchese. Her family offers a special “thank you” to the staff at Bride Brook Health and Rehabilitation Center in Niantic for taking such good care of Mary in the last years of her life. Services were held Feb. 18, 2011 from Porter’s Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Liturgy at St. Paul Church. Burial was in Maple Cemetery, Berlin.

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To the editor: Recently, the BOE proposed $2-plus million to be allocated for new curriculum. (Now we’re getting somewhere.) After all, a majority of what BHS was cited for by NEASC was curriculum related — having nothing to do with the building. This new curriculum includes a state of the art science program. Great! This is the way of the future. But wait, I thought our building was so bad that we were unable to provide such state of the art programs? Apparently not. It was made clear at a recent BOE meeting that the current building is adequate to sustain such a program and there is indeed

enough room to accommodate all required classroom space. Wait a minute… to secure money for the building, there isn’t enough space… and… to secure money for curriculum there is enough space. Nice job BOE. Folks, you can not have it both ways. Either the building is unsafe/unsuitable for educating, or it is not. The pro$70 million folks have done a bang-up job convincing trusting citizens that nothing less will suffice. I’ll give them an “A” for effort… but an “F” for factual content. As this situation drags on, it is becoming more and more apparent that the $70 million plan is unnecessary. The overlooked $25 million plan, commissioned by the same architect, still exists. This plan must assure a safe environment and it must meet the required criteria— or it wouldn’t have ever been an option. So it is clear to me that we can do a fantastic renovation for much less than $70 million.

Bottom line is common sense and compromise. Will someone please propose a plan with a realistic total cost so we can get on with renovations. Vote “no” on March 15! Christine Mazzotta Berlin

Who really wins? To the editor: Who really wins, if the “yes” vote is defeated? Certainly not the students, current or future children who require and deserve a competitive, challenging, 21st century education. If the vote is not yes, our teachers, some of the best in the state, lose the opportunity to help each student succeed with the most current technology, educational tools, and motivating environment possible. Berlin homeowners will not win if the vote is defeated. When they try to sell their home, they will find a depreciated value attached. Current families may opt to See Letters, next page

Government Meetings

Thursday, Feb. 24 Planning & Zoning Commission, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Public Building Commission, Town Hall, Room 8, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 28 Board of Education, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 1 Inlands/Wetlands Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Town Council, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m.

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It’s time — ‘yes’ is the fiscally responsible vote By Gary Brochu Special to The Citizen On March 15, Berlin voters will have an opportunity to vote on the proposed $47 million renovation of Brochu Berlin High School. That Berlin High School is badly in need of renovation is, at this point, beyond dispute to any fair-minded observer. Individuals who have taken advantage of the multiple opportunities to tour the high school quickly understand that a partial or patchwork “solution” is no solution at all. Three independent groups have inspected the facility and identified numerous problems in virtually every area of the building. The problems and deficiencies of the high school facilities are many and manifest. Some of the issues that have

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been identified include: inadequate special education instructional areas, a lack of office and planning space, antiquated science labs, a ventilation system in need of replacement, air quality issues, students forced to eat lunch in hallways, deficient auditorium and performance space, the presence of old and toxic building materials throughout the school, inadequate technology, and a roof that is badly in need of replacement. While not a comprehensive list, it is readily apparent that our 59 year-old high school is in need of systemic and comprehensive repair and renovation. The proposed plan does just that. It renovates the current building “as new,” thus making our town eligible to receive $23 million in reimbursement funds, reducing the cost of the project by onethird. The plan also would add 20,000 square feet in new space for science classrooms and laboratories. That’s it. A sensible approach that does the work that is both necessary and badly needed, while maximizing our reimbursement to minimize the cost to residents. Many of those opposed to the proposed renovation plan state that it can be done cheaper. Town Councilor David Evans is quoted in The Berlin Citizen (Feb. 10) as saying the much discussed “$25 million plan” will “address the needs at our high school for the next 20 years or more.” That is simply not true. In fact, that plan would not even fix the roof to stop the leaking, not to mention leaving over 90 percent of the current building untouched. Scott Veley, in the New See Vote, next page

Thursday, February 24, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen

From Buffalo to Berlin, snow is the word By Father Michael Miller Special to The Citizen Thoughts on winter from a Buffalonian… After all the snow we have had over the past few months people have been asking me how close this winter has come to the epic winters of Buffalo, New York where I am from and where my family still resides. Granted, a few parts of South Buffalo and the south towns get copious amounts of snow; cities north of Buffalo, especially around my families’ houses, get very little compared to our Connecticut winter of 2010-11. As I took my first walk around town today, I reflected on how well things have gone and how we seemed to complain about all the snow but have taken it all in stride. Not much we can do to control the weather. After I returned from my walk, I began to take down the Christmas lights out in front of the rectory which, until now, I have been unable to reach. But thanks to the large piles of ice helping me, I was able to reach the highest strands left on the trees.

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Britain Herald (Feb. 10), acknowledged this when he said that the roof and air quality issues could be “added into the $25 million.” When one considers that the work to address the McGee air quality issues and replace the roof, for a building 50 percent smaller than the high school, will cost the community $7 million (with no reimbursement), it’s not hard to imagine that similar work at the high school will have a price tag significantly higher. Which, when added to the $25 million cost, becomes awfully close to the $47 million renovation cost — while still leaving 90 percent of classroom and building space untouched. Contrary to resolving “100 percent of the high school’s problems,” the “cheaper” option being advanced would spend $25 million and still leave us with a facility with a leaking roof, air quality issues, unrenovated classrooms, insufficient cafeteria

As I looked out on the lawn, I began to see what I had forgotten was one of the end results of a bad winter. Scattered around the property, in front of the rectory, lying frozen for the past few months were unread newspapers still wrapped in their plastic bags. One of those newspapers even felt the ripping of our snow blower and is now sitting in pieces among the ice. Among the huge snow piles, I was beginning to see the clumps of lawn ripped up by the plows. The dirt and mud are now becoming visible as the snow melts. Along the roads all the snow is filled with dirt, grime, sand and garbage that once lay hidden beneath the piles of snow and are now coming out of their hibernation. Not to be forgotten are the conditions of the roads, which have also suffered as a result of the cold weather. In Buffalo, we joke that there are really only two seasons: winter and road repair. We are soon going to be putting away our snow shovels, snow blowers and ice scrapers and pulling out our rakes, garden shovels and garbage

and auditorium space, and no abatement of toxic building materials. Meaning that after spending $25 million to fix the high school, we would still have to spend millions and millions more — without any reimbursement — and still not have renovated the school. When your car has four flat tires, replacing one and declaring yourself finished does not solve the problem, it merely pretends to. According to the director of finance, the majority of taxpayers, starting in 2014, would have to pay an additional $13 to $21 a month in taxes to renovate the high school. Given that the opposition is advancing a plan that would expend at least $25 million (if not considerably more), the difference is $6 to $10 a month. Certainly not free, but not unreasonable in light of the building’s urgent needs. This process began over five years ago. It’s been three years since Berlin High School has been placed on “warning.” Putting off a decision, for yet another year, is not an option. The New

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England Association of Schools and Colleges, in a recent letter to the Board of Edcuation, stated that “the Commission remains concerned that several longstanding facilities issues identified…remain unresolved.” NEASC goes on to note that “inadequate progress to complete valid recommendations could result in a request for additional Progress Reports or a downgrading of the schools’ accredited status.” It’s time. It’s time to come together as a community and fix what has been too long neglected. Don’t be swayed by arguments that would require the town to spend millions and million of dollars and still leave us with an antiquated building in desperate need of millions of dollars in repairs. When for a few more dollars each month we can fix this issue once and for all. Make the fiscally responsible decision and vote “yes” on March 15. (Gary Brochu is president of the Berlin Board of Education.)

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From time to time, The Citizen will run a “guess what this is” photo. If you know what this is a picture of and where it is, drop us an email at news@theberlincitizen.com. (Note: “stairs” and “Berlin” are not specific enough.) The first correct reply gets a high-five in the next edition.

Letters Continued from page 12 leave Berlin, in search of a town that is committed to providing a topnotch education to its children. That is a tremendous loss. Even the people who do not support this referendum and resist a tax increase will ultimately lose. Our most valuable resources in this town are its people. Without a competitive, high quality educational system, we will not attract new families to Berlin. Without new people joining our community, how will we support our local businesses? How will we attract the diversity of opinion and talent that currently enriches all of our town governing bodies? Who wins? In less than four weeks, the town of Berlin will finally establish itself as a true community with a “yes” vote for the high school renovation referendum. For many years, Berlin High School has needed the community’s support to address maintenance, repair, accreditation, and facility needs, but the citizens and its leaders have not united their visions, their beliefs or their efforts. The time has come to finally voice a united decision to support this work, with a yes vote on March 15. It is clear. Who really wins, if the “yes” vote is defeated? Nobody. Please vote. Vonda Tencza Berlin

Semi-annual tax

To the editor: This is my annual request to the officials of the Town of Berlin to change the real estate tax payments from a single annual payment to semiannual payments. The age old reply is that the interest income earned on prepaid real estate taxes is needed by the town to reduce the tax rate. Interest earning rates are insultingly low. Just look at what banks are paying on savings accounts. Now is the time to change to semi-annual estate tax payments. After all, it is a rather one sided decision that the Town of Berlin has the free use of my prepaid real estate tax dollars. Now is the time to change to semi-annual real estate tax payments. William N. Wixon Kensington

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To the editor: The Federal Government is in debt to 12 trillion dollars, increasing by a trillion dollars a year as far as you can see. The State of Connecticut has a budget deficit of 3.5 billion dollars and Connecticut families have the highest per capita state debt in the country. Housing remains in distress, two million homes are in foreclosure, unemployment is high and

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Gluten Free 101

The Central Connecticut Celiac Support Group has scheduled a chat group, Gluten Free 101, for Monday, Feb. 28 at 6:45 p.m. at the Community Center, 230 Kensington Rd. All persons with celiac disease and their family and friends are invited to attend to gain information and alleviate the stress of living with the disease. For more information and to register, call Carm at (860) 426-1980 or Nancy at (203) 6340530.

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Golf Continued from page 6

Blood glucose screening The Central Connecticut Health District and the Wethersfield Health Care Center offer a glucose screening program to residents of Berlin, Wethersfield, Rocky Hill and Newington who are 65 years of age and older on the second Tuesday of each month in Wethersfield and the fourth Tuesday of each month in Rocky Hill. Residents may participate at the location of their choice. Glucose screenings are scheduled for Tuesdays, March 8 and April 12 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield St., Wethersfield and Tuesdays, March 22 and approved. Councilor Kari Drost asked if it would be better to either increase advertising or reduce operating costs, in order to see what the most effective approach was. Zielinski and others said it was critical to move forward with all aspects of potentially increasing revenue.

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Powers, Fiorillo: Head of the class BHS wrestlers fourth overall By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

Powered by individual state champions Mason Powers and Mike Fiorillo, the Berlin High School wrestling team rolled up 157.5 points and finished fourth at the CIAC Class M state tournament held this past weekend at Windham High School in Willimantic. Bacon Academy (229), Ledyard (216) and Windham (180) were the leading point-getters at the two-day event. “Our goal was to be Top 3. But if you were to ask anyone in the Berlin community at the start of the season if we’d be in the Top 10, they would have told you you’re crazy. It just goes to show how hard this team has worked,” firstyear BHS coach C.J. McCormack said. Berlin’s fourth-place showing was its best state tournament finish in three years. The Redcoats were 10th in 2009 and 9th in 2010. “We’ve come a long way,” said McCormack. Powers and Fiorillo, both seniors, believe Berlin surprised people at the Class M event. “Definitely,” said Powers. “Our team at the beginning of this year, we probably shouldn’t have even come close to 10th. By the end of the year we became a family, and a unit. I don’t think anyone was expecting us to come with this kind of showing.” Fiorillo said: “I think this year, especially in states, and the past few tournaments we’ve really come out and said ‘hey, look what Berlin can do.’ I think this is the first year for Berlin to start coming up and getting back to where it was.” Powers bested the 215pound field in Willimantic to remain undefeated on the season. He was runner-up in the weight class as a junior. “Since that day I’ve wanted to win a state championship

Citizen photos by Nick Carroll

Pictured during the CIAC Class M state tournament finals Saturday night in Willimantic are Berlin High School’s Mason Powers, Mike Fiorillo and Ethan Greider. Powers and Fiorillo, both seniors, placed first in their respective weight classes. Greider, a freshman, was second. Check out more finals photos on our Facebook page.

more than ever,” said Powers. “I’ve just been working my tail off. I’ve been working with Mike Fiorillo, my drill partner. We’ve been pushing each other. I think in the end the hard work paid off for

both of us.” Powers bested Jonathan Law’s Ted Kostopoulos, 3-2, in the finals. The champ said he knew the title was his for the taking after his first escape against Kostopoulos.

“I always know when I’m on bottom I’m going to get up,” said Powers. “I don’t want to brag, but it’s hard to keep me down.” McCormack agrees. “He’s such a physically gifted kid,” the coach said of Powers. “There aren’t many kids that are bigger, stronger or more athletic than him.” Fiorillo’s title came at 171. “It’s probably one of the best feelings,” Fiorillo said. “You work so hard throughout the year just for this one moment. Everyone dreams about becoming a state champion.” Incredibly, this was Fiorillo’s first appearance in the state tournament. “I just had to take it in baby steps,” the

senior said. “I didn’t focus too much on the finals. I just took it one match at a time.” Fiorillo out-pointed Ledyard’s Dakota Kelly, 9-3, in the title match. Fiorillo’s brother, Jon, a BHS alum and state champion, was mat-side for the finals cheering on his little brother. “It was actually really nice having him here,” the younger Fiorillo said. McCormack is not surprised Fiorillo left Willimantic with a state title. “Mike Fiorillo is, physically, the most gifted 171-pounder in the state. He’s bigger than most 189-pounders,” McCormack said. “All he needed was confidence. And that showed tonight. He pinned his way to the finals and had a major (decision) in the finals. That’s a pretty remarkable state tournament.” Making Fiorillo’s accomplishment even more impressive is the fact he suffers from chronic asthma. “When you take an x-ray of his chest, his lungs are severely bruised,” McCormack said. “It’s all mental with him. He has to tell his body ‘I can keep going’ when his lungs are burning.” Berlin’s other Class M finalist was Ethan Greider. The freshman was runner-up at 103, falling to Windham’s Mike Ruffino, 4-3, in the finals. Greider topped Ruffino twice this season. “Every time you wrestle someone it gets tougher and tougher and tougher,” said McCormack. “Ethan left everything out on the mat. I’m proud of him.” Also placing for the Redcoats were freshman Jake Eliades (third, 125) and seniors Will Matuszak (third, 140) and Anthony Squitieri (fifth, 160). Powers, Fiorillo, Greider, Eliades and Matuszak have earned a spot in this week-

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Thursday, February 24, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen

‘Coats Notes Rich and Ray Garuti were inducted into the New England Auto Racers Hall of Fame recently. The annual Hall of Fame banquet was held Jan. 30 in East Windsor. The Garuti’s are considered New England auto racing pioneers. They built their first stock car for Plainville Stadium in the early 50s and continued to construct winning cars for the next two-plus decades, scoring on both the United Stock Club and NASCAR circuits. The Nos. 14 and 28 will forever be associated with the Garuti brothers. The New Britain natives began with Midget cars, but Modified is where they made their mark. George Lombardo, Moe Gherzi, Ed Flemke, Jocco Maggiacomo and Smokey Boutwell were the Garuti’s principal drivers. The cars out of Ray’s Garage in Kensington had dominating seasons with Lombardo at Plainville Stadium and Gherzi at the Waterford Speedbowl. In 1956, Gherzi and Flemke teamed up to win the Riverside Park 500. It was the first of two Riverside championships Flemke won driving for the Garutis. Maggiacomo also won a pair of 500 titles at

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leads Berlin with a 8.7 points-per-game average. Chelsea Vujs (7.6), Jess Szczepanik (7.3) and Malloy (7.3) are close behind. Vujs has team-highs in assists (43) and steals (63). Monique St. Jarre leads the Lady Redcoats in rebounds (118) and blocks (20). The Newington-Berlin ice hockey team took on Farmington Saturday in an outdoor game at Rentschler Field in East Hartford. The local co-op fell, 2-1, and dropped to 10-6-1 on the year. The Berlin High School boys swim team honored its senior team members last week prior to its 95-83 victory over the Meriden co-op. The Redcoat seniors are Ben Bonola, Taylor Bosse, Tim Boualapha, captain Chris Cefaratti, Chris Domurat, Vinny Fischer, captain Kevin Kozikowski, Chris Napierkowski, Kyle Nelson, captain Ryan Newport, Huy Nguyen, Josh Paradis, Bhavik Patel, Marcin Purzych, Nick Tropea, Igor Turetskyy and Alex Studt. Fischer went on to break an 11-year-old record in the 100 backstroke in a state meet qualifying time of 58.96. — Nick Carroll 1192307

The Berlin High School boys basketball team is heading into the postseason on a roll. The Redcoats topped visiting Middletown, 42-34, Monday night to cap the regular season with a mark of 16-4. It was Berlin’s eighth straight win. Mike Rector scored a game-high 15 points, including three 3-pointers, to lead the Redcoats past Middletown (10-10). Also contributing to the locals’ balanced scoring attack were Max DeLorenzo (12) and Kevin Stritch (11). Berlin begins play in the Central Connecticut Conference tournament today, Feb. 24. Ras Morgan finished third in the 55 (6.62) to give the Berlin High School boys indoor track and field team its only points at the CIAC State Open Saturday in New Haven. The Berlin High School girls basketball team found itself in a 21-point first-quarter hole in the opening round of the Central Connecticut Conference tournament and never recovered. Hall would top the reeling Lady Redcoats, 56-31, Saturday night in West Hartford to snap Berlin’s nine-game win streak. Ashley Malloy led Berlin (15-6) with 10 points. Sara Binkhorst netted 19 for Hall, which improved to 19-2. The Lady Redcoats’ next action will be in the CIAC Class L state tournament which gets underway Monday, Feb. 28. Heading into the state tournament, Alyssa Barrett

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Sports Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame Continued from page 17 1988 when she threw three But on the wrestling mat Entering the Berlin High Monica Earley no-hitters in a row, one short CIAC Class LL state title Satis where Pera truly excelled. School Athletic Hall of urday, unseating 14-time of the national mark. Fame this year will be forIn 1987, he was the NorthThompson champion Danbury. Her career record at BHS mer BHS coaches Al Pelliwest Conference champion

grinelli and Jim Day, and athletes Robert McCann (Class of 1956), Mauro Gozzo (Class of 1984), Rocky Urso (Class of 1987), Ken Pera (Class of 1989), Monica Earley (Class of 1990), Forrest Conoly (Class of 1991), David Swanson (Class of 1991) and Lindsey Pulito (Class of 2000). The 1958 state championship BHS baseball team will be immortalized in the Hall as well. This week, The Citizen takes a look at the careers of Ken Pera and Monica Earley.

at 147 pounds. The following year he won the NWC and Class M state title at 171 pounds. In 1989, his senior season, he repeated as NWC and Class M champ at 171, and went on to claim the State Open and New England title. He ended that season undefeated, 39-0. Pera was captain of the wrestling team his senior year and received the Coaches Award. Also, he was selected to be a member of the U.S.A.-China cultural exchange team. The U.S. contingent traveled to China and Mongolia, where it wrestled and experienced the culture.

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A 1989 graduate of Berlin High School, Ken Pera competed in football and wrestling. In football, Pera he was an All-Northwest Conference selection and a Special Achievement Award-winner.

Pera continued his wrestling career at the University of New Hampshire, and later, Hofstra University. He was captain of both teams, and was an Academic All-American at Hofstra. Pera has coached at the high school level and is employed in the education field. He resides in Simsbury.

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A 1990 graduate of Berlin High School, Earley excelled in softball, as a pitcher. Among her many honors Earley in the sport, she was a four-time AllNorthwest Conference selection, and a three-time AllStater. Also, she received the Coaches Award three times and was picked to compete in the CHSCA Senior AllStar game. In 1988, Earley was selected as the KC101 Athlete of the Week, and in 1989 was featured on ESPN’s “Scholastic Sports America.” One of her notable pitching achievements came in

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was 65-6, including 19 no-hitters. She compiled 767 strikeouts. Earley went on to attend AIC, where she was named to the NSCA Division II AllNortheast Region Team and was a First-Team Academic All-American. Earley graduated from AIC in 1995 with a degree in education. In 1998, she received a nursing degree from AIC. Earley works as a registered nurse at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, Mass. She and her husband, Jim, have two children. The Hall of Fame induction dinner will be held Sunday, March 20 at the Crowne Plaza in Cromwell. For ticket information, contact Marie Siegal at (860) 828-1115; mvs7581@yahoo.com.

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Cunningham is a Berlin resident. Xavier is coached by Tyler’s father, Mike. Mercy High School’s Jillian Wollman, of Berlin, was named to the Southern Connecticut Conference AllAcademic team for the fall season. Wollman is a member of the Mercy soccer team and is a co-captain of the lacrosse team. Ryan Gadea, of Berlin, earned the Xavier high school cross country team’s Coaches Award for the 2010 season.

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end’s State Open in New Haven. “I’m going to go in with the same attitude — one match at a time,” said Fiorillo. “I’m not worried about seeds or anything like that. I’m just going to wrestle each match to my fullest potential and see what I can do.” Powers has his sights set on an Open championship. “I want to win that too,” he said. Before sustaining an injury, Powers’ only in-state loss last year was to current senior and Class LL 215pound champ Patrick Gillen, of Shelton. “I want to get revenge for that,” said Powers. “And I want to make a statement.” Gillen will continue his wrestling career at the University of Virginia. Powers will play football for Sacred Heart University.

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Youth Sports Wrestling The Berlin Minutemen travel team defeated Newington, 4212, in a league meet. Daniel Veleas got things started for Berlin with a 3-0 win. Teammate Nick Aborio followed with a pin. A forfeit win credited to Josh Veleas expanded the lead. After that, Minutemen Jonathan Shine, Anthony Buccheri and Ronnie Watson came up short. But Niko Fusco and Michael Patterson got Berlin back on track. Fusco won by pin-fall. Patterson scored five points late in his match to prevail. Minutemen Jared Zima, Vinny Biscoglio and Seth Pelletier closed out the night with forfeit wins. Six Minutemen competed at a tournament in Coventry. In the Bantam Division, Braden Shea and Michael Lukaszewski placed third. In the Intermediate Division, Riley Hanson took second. In the Novice Division, Michael Patterson and Elijah Watson placed first and second respectively. Ronnie Watson was fourth in the Middle School Division.

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Snow Continued from page 13 bags to bring our lawns, sidewalks and streets back to their normal summer look. The work is not over yet and the consequences of a long, hard winter are going to be made clearly visible as the temperatures rise above

32. As in all things here in town, the work will get done and the memorable winter of 2010-2011 will be talked about for a long time. Let us all pray it doesn’t get repeated anytime soon. (Father Michael Miller is assistant pastor at St. Paul Church and chaplain for the South Kensington Fire Rescue.)

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ing several changes, as well, that Erwin characterized as “revolutionary.” Chemistry will be introduced in ninth grade and algebra in eighth grade. “Gate keeping” classes, which before required prerequisites, will be opened to all, including freshmen. Credits for graduation have been increased from 23 to 27 and more advanced placement offerings have been put in place. Chief Fitzgerald spoke about the police department’s new Special Needs Registry for people who would like emergency personnel to know about special circumstances at their resi-

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(10), Eric Oates (4), Jake Holmes (4), Zach Murray (4), Adam Bilinsky (2), Andrew Brochu (2). Celtics scorers — John Downes (8), Dan Lynch (3), Nicholas Parczyk (2). Knicks 25, Huskies 16: Knicks scorers — Eric Oates (8), Zach Murray (6), Adam Bilinsky (3), Jacob Sparks (2), Andrew Brochu (2), Kevin Dunn (2), Andrew Celella (2). Huskies scorers — Holden Murphy (10), Jeff Medeia (2), Cam Murphy (2), Aaron Senz (2). Tarheels 29, Celtics 11: Tarheels scorers — Ryan Terlecky (10), Sebastian Fusco (6), Giancarlo Tufano (6), Nick Grant (5), Max Rosinski (2). Celtics scorers — Tim Heinke (5), John Downes (4), Joey Gaffney (2). Hilltoppers 30, Duke 12: Hilltoppers scorers — Ryan Hyde (14), Josh Ladd (8), Gianelli Fanelli (4), Alex Halkias (4). Duke scorers — Zach Hrubiec (4), Ryan Salee (4), Paul D’Amore (2), Sam Capodice (2). Bulls 20, Stags 18: Bulls scorers — John Addamo (10), Tom Perduta (6), Dan Cervoni (2), Patrick Morris (2). Stags scorers — Luke Waddinger (10), Connor Vogul (6), Ben Labaddia (2).

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Mooreland Hill School Mooreland hosted its 20th annual boys basketball tournament recently. The home team finished undefeated, 4-0, in the morning session to earn the No. 1 seed in afternoon play. A highlight of the morning session for Mooreland included a 17-9 victory over Hamden Hall in which eighth-grader Dahnique Brown scored 13 points. In another morning highlight, eighth-grader Tyree Burns hit a 3-pointer with eight seconds left to lift Mooreland over Inde-

pendent Day School, 12-11. In its first game of the afternoon session, Mooreland faced Chase Collegiate and prevailed, 22-17. That put Mooreland in the title game where, this time, Hamden Hall’s depth and defense proved too much for the home team. Third/fourth grade Parks and Recreation Duke 22, Huskies 20: Duke scorers — Sam Capodice (10), Zach Hrubiec (8), Paul D’Amore (2), Tony Undercuffler (2). Huskies scorers — Holden Murphy (15), Jeff Madeia (2), Cam Murphy (2), Zach Morrow (1). Tarheels 33, Stags 5: Tarheels scorers — Ryan Terlecky (10), Giancarlo Tufano (10), Sebastian Fusco (8), Nick Grant (3), Kyle Daley (2). Stags scorers — Vincenzo Miele (2), Luke Waddinger (2), Aidan Jones (1). Hilltoppers 29, Bulls 18: Hilltoppers scorers — Ryan Hyde (13), Gianelli Fanelli (6), Justin Chyra (6), Alex Halkias (2), Josh Ladd (2), Tyler DeGroff (2), Nick Paszuk (2). Bulls scorers — Dan Cervoni (6), Mark Addamo (6), John Addamo (6). Knicks 26, Celtics 13: Knicks scorers — Kevin Dunn

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dents try to remove as much snow as possible from around basements. “We hope the snow melts slowly. However, our crews have experience to deal with flooding. They’re used to it.” To help out, residents can start clearing debris from the approximately 3,000 catch basins through out town. In late April, town crews will begin to survey roads for damage caused by snow plows, checking for broken curbs and grass damage. Residents may notice some roads get a “wash boarding effect”. While these will be repaired if necessary, “some will go down on their own,” Simonian said. Once an inventory of damage is complete, crews will start repairs in May.

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The International Building Code specifies roofs must tolerate a load of 30 pounds per square foot. That is usually two to three feet depending on the type of snow. “That standard has served well for years,” Simonian said, so whether or not the IBC standard will be revisited is not known at this time. The cost “The impact to the town has wreaked havoc on our resources,” Simonian said. However, the town has filed a “state of emergency” application for Federal Emergency Management Assistance. FEMA reimbursement for storms that occurred during the second week of January is anticipated. Town Manager Denise McNair described the effort needed to keep the town operating through the past couple of months; including snowrelated bills that she said drained the color from her

face. Some of those expenses ran $10,000 a day. McNair spoke of acres of roofs that had to be cleared, crews working 24/7 for days at a time, and structural concerns that had to be addressed immediately. Storm budgets went bust with $156,000 transferred from the contingency fund to cover expected public works overages and $83,000 to deal with the school roofs. The unexpected bills depleted the contingency fund to about $25, 000. “It’s not cheap work,” McNair said. Aftermath As snow melts and spring rains arrive, what can residents expect? “Flood areas could be quite significant,” Simonian said. He recommended that resi-

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said. “An opportunistic buyer goes in when conditions change.” For example, a company like Proctor & Gamble may change the size of a shampoo product and want to get now-dated product off the shelves. “It’s still good; it just doesn’t meet their plans any more.” Sarlitto said it’s not uncommon for “someone to assume there’s something wrong” with merchandise — but that’s not the case. Instead, “the packaging has changed or the product’s life hasn’t been extended.” Products could come from a bankruptcy, too. “These are firstrun good product…you can count on the value.” While much of the inventory changes from day to day, there are items that are consistently stocked such as bird seed and disposable aluminum products. These are among the products that Ocean State negotiates deals on with manufacturers. Sarlitto said “We find ways to deal with manufacturers to identify holes in the market

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and then we beat the price down to bare minimum — we forgo packaging and the middle man and go to the product source.” Sarlitto said everything is about efficiency, doing everything from distribution to renting space as inexpensively as possible. “We always want our price to be the lowest. We occasionally see a lower price ‘who’s doing something smarter than we are?’ And so we find a way to bring it down lower.” Ocean State sites may be relatively new fixtures on the landscape, but Sarlitto said “we become a neighbor and neighbors have obligations to support the community where that store is located.” Ocean State is “one of the largest food donors in New England,” he said, adding that during the last holiday they collected and donated more than $1 million from customers to help fund contributions to local food pantries. Because of its knowledge and bartering ability in the

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Wednesday

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Berlin Junior Woman’s Club –The Berlin Junior Woman’s Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, March 3 at 7 p.m. at Sage Pond Place.

Monday

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Letters Continued from page 13 full time employment is not projected until 2020. Berlin High School’s plan to “renovate as new” means the entire school would be gutted, every desk, chair and even the basketballs would be carted off in large dumpsters. Nothing would be saved, according to what the architect said last year during one of the meetings. If your roof leaked you would replace it, not gut your entire house. Berlin’s lack of preventative maintenance is the problem. At this time in our economy it is not feasible to commit to a 70 million dollar project. The $25 million renovation plan will fix all state deficiencies. This is a more common sense plan. As to the state funding that expires June 30, I thought I heard that story last year. It’s time to be frugal. Vote “no” on March 15. Raymond Ruta Kensington

‘Yes’ for quality To the editor: I am a concerned life-long citizen of Berlin writing this letter in regard to the current condition of Berlin High

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All Night Grad Party –The Berlin High School All Night Graduation Party monthly meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Willard Elementary School.

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Hypnotist show –A hypnotist show is scheduled for Wednesday, March 16 at 7 p.m. at Berlin High School auditorium. A fee will be charged.

School. On a recent visit to the school I was appalled and shocked to see the condition of this facility. A leaking roof is not the only problem that this school is facing. The auditorium can seat onethird of the student population, and the stage cannot even accommodate the entire band. You are hit with the smell of mold in the music room as garbage cans catch the drips from the ceiling. Students eat lunch in the hall or another available room as the cafeteria is too small. The stairs to the main entrance are crumbling and the science labs are unsafe and undersized. The students are overcrowded. This list could go on and on. If you have not seen BHS for yourself, I encourage you to view it at one of the upcoming public tours offered in March. One of these tours is scheduled for March 9 at 6:30 p.m. I assure you, you will be disgusted and embarrassed when you see the high school that we call our own. It is imperative that you get to BHS and see exactly what you are voting on. I am most certain that the students of Berlin deserve far better than this.

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There is another referendum on March 15 where we can vote “yes” for a scaled back “renovate as new” plan. If you vote “no”, you are voting for nothing at all to be done at BHS at this time. I encourage us all to vote “yes” for a facility that is safe and educationally adequate, yes to quality education in Berlin, yes to “renovate as new”. Every vote is needed because it affects us all. Nursery school parents, elementary parents, middle and high school parents, grandparents, BHS graduates, and every citizen who cares about educating Berlin’s children. For those of you who supported BHS renovations last time, but did not get out and vote, we need your vote now more than ever. If you have a child who is away at college, please help them to get an absentee ballot as soon as possible. The vote is that close. Please view the school and get the facts. Misinformation is plentiful in the days preceding this referendum. When you see BHS, you will see that a situation like this can wait no longer. The future is in our hands, let’s do the right thing. Vote “yes” for BHS. Jane Rossi Kensington

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Money well spent To the editor: Yes, $69 million is a lot of money. But it is money well spent. It is not as much as the alternative to vote “no” and taking the band aid approach of the $25 million dollar solution which will produce higher social and economic costs of an inadequately educated community and it will not address the entire needs of the high school. In just a few years, given inflation, the $25 million suggestion will turn into a $40 million one. Now, tell me, who can afford that? A “yes” vote on March 15 for the BHS renovation referendum will: 1) Address the critical physical needs of a high school that is literally falling apart before our eyes: 2) Meet the needs of having an accredited high school; 3) Comply with the federal mandates of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA); 4) Invest in the welfare of our town’s education so that graduating high school students will have the tools and experiences to work in an increasingly complex world; 5) Maintain a level of educational services that would keep our education local, instead of spending money to send our children out of town for high school; Please think globally and act locally...invest in the future welfare of our town and vote “yes” on March 15. Laurie Hauptfeld Berlin

Invest in future To the editor: In regards to the high school renovation project ahead of us, the primary issue at hand is about the decrepit condition of the high school in its current state. But there is also another issue that is as important if not more — the valuation of the high school as an asset to our community and its impact on property values going forward. Many of us in town will probably want to sell our homes at some time in the next 15 to 20 years or so. Schools are everything to small American towns...everything. Looking at this in a larger scope, school systems are the principal reason that people choose to buy homes and move into specific towns. This expands property values as being a desirable place to move into and live. The sheer economics of supply and demand support this point. If property values increase and more people move into Berlin than move out, the overall grand list also expands, making it easier to buy the new fire truck, hire a few more police officers, fix roads, expand Senior Services, etc. As citizens of Berlin, we must view this as an investment in the future of our own homes and our town — not just expenditure in and of itself. Passing this high school project is vital to the future of our town. I urge people of Berlin to look at this in this

regard. We want/need to attract new families to our town and purchase homes here. The first question all people ask when they are relocating or moving into a new town is “What is the school system like?” “What is the high school like?” We need to have the best answer to that question as it compares to other competing towns in our area. Please consider this larger view when this issue comes up on the March 15 referendum and please support the renovate as new high school by voting “yes”. Rich Dunn Berlin

Sacrifice to prosper To the editor: Sacrifice is not a dirty word. Everything we do as a member of society involves sacrifices – some great and some small. Our men and women in the armed services are, of course, sacrificing greatly. Sometimes they give their very lives. The sacrifices each of us endures here at home are puny by comparison. Berlin High School needs serious renovation, and residents are being asked to sacrifice in order to pay for those renovations. Sure, these are tough times. But, who said we had to wait until now to upgrade the high school? One must wonder if every year for the past half century has been “tough,” because the deterioration of the high school did not all take place this past year or so. Imagine how

much more smoothly the maintenance of the school would have been if we had made a series of smaller sacrifices during the years of prosperity. Will we again choose to sacrifice as little as possible and ignore problems that will surely grow? Don’t fix it properly, just dump a little more oil in the crankcase and see how far the old clunker will go? Put it off until later, fix it later, let someone else worry about it later. Is that the master plan for Berlin? Some think we have sacrificed enough. The reality is that the needs of our society never end, and our obligations to society never diminish. Some will say our leaders are incompetent and out of touch. The reality is that every administration has its noisy detractors, some of whom present wonderful arguments for doing nothing (or as little as possible). But we are not a bunch of do-nothings. When we place our hands on our hearts and pledge allegiance to this nation, we are pledging to do our part as long as our hearts continue to beat. That means making sacrifices so that our nation and our community will prosper. Jay R. Worsham Kensington

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Maxed out. Can you believe this? So, I guess the Berlin kid or adult who wants to take up golf this year should find a course out of town, because there’s no room left at Timberlin for our residents. You’ve been maxed out. While I’m not against an increase in my golf pass, it appears the Parks and Recreation Commission wants to see less residents and more nonresidents “benefit and enjoy” golf in Berlin. I’ve lived in Berlin my entire 60 plus years, but I guess it’s time to move and pay taxes to a different town. Then maybe I’ll feel welcomed to play golf at Tim “BERLIN”. Lew Mirante Kensington

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It’s for the birds The Friends of the Friendship Center was celebrated for its “Homelessness is for the Birds!” campaign recently. In 2010, the New Britain community participated in the project and raised awareness of homelessness in a creative and participatory way. Proceeds benefit Friendship Center residents, and the birdhouses that were designed, built, decorated and sold will improve New Britain area bird family housing this Spring. Pictured, from left: Evelyn Anderson, Mabel Yeterian and Manon-Lu Christ. Back row: Mary Ann Cianci, Carol Yorker, Bonnie McNair, Betty Carlson, Nancy Sager, Karen Johnson, Diane Wolf and Marge White.

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FOUND CAT Very friendly male found in the Westbrook Rd area of Plantsville. He has a shaved area on the back of one of his front legs. This is NOT Sammy, the cat pictured in the Lost Column. Please call Angie 860-628-3159.

SERVPRO recognized SERVPRO earned the number eight spot in Entrepreneur magazine’s 2011 Franchise 500 ranking, moving up one notch from their 2010 ranking. The disaster recovery and restoration franchise company also placed number one in its category for the eighth consecutive year. “This recognition from Entrepreneur magazine emphasizes the value of SERVPRO, not only to the franchises, but to the clients in the Berlin area,” said Rick Isaacson, executive vice president of Servpro Industries, Inc. “We’re proud of the service that SERVPRO offers to its clients, and the franchises work hard to earn trust with every job they do.” SERVPRO specializes in disaster restoration, cleanup and repair services, helping to remediate fire or water damage for both commercial and residential customers. SERVPRO also offers mold remediation, carpet and upholstery cleaning and other home-maintenance and restoration services.

Letters Continued from page 23 courage everyone to please take a tour of the high school prior to your vote. The Hubbard and Willard PTO’s are offering tours at 6:30 on March 2 and March 9, respectively. You can also contact the high school and I am sure Principal Harnett will schedule a time that is convenient for you. I can only hope you will then vote with your conscience. Last week, Governor Malloy proposed reducing state reimbursements for new school projects, but luckily, at this time, reimbursements for renovations

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will remain the same-It remains only a proposal, but even if it passes, it may not impact subsidies to towns such as Berlin; its more obvious target is magnet schools. Nonetheless, we should use this situation as a teachable moment. What it illustrates in broad, bright strokes is this: The longer we wait to renovate Berlin High School, the more expensive it will become. Delaying the inevitable will never, ever save Berlin money. Interest rates will never be lower than they are now. State subsidies will only be reduced, not enhanced. The longer we perform piecemeal upgrades and renovations, the

deeper we dig our hole. Continuing to resist renovating the high school hands everyone in town a shovel to continue digging, while the cost of a ladder to climb out continues rising. Eleanor Roosevelt once wrote, “The things you refuse to meet today always come back at you later on, usually under circumstances which make the decision twice as difficult as it originally was.” The governor’s proposal shines a bright light on this principle. Let’s band together as a town and climb out while the ladder is still within reach. Let’s renovate the high school now. Mary Ellen Maloney Kensington

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LOST: I TOUCH (Ownter’s Birthday Present) with black & silver bling case. Last seen Tuesday afternoon at Sheehan High School in Senior Court. Call 203-710-5745

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PETS & LIVESTOCK

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2.0T 2006, silver, exc condition, auto/tip-tronic, black leather inter., alloy rims, brand new tires, power windows, locks, seat, exc. traction control, Auto hold option, mp3 player, front/ rear airbags front/ rear side impact air bags, factory transferable warranty good till 2012 or 72,000 miles, car has 60k. mostly, if not all, highway miles. $13,000. Call Doug (860) 209-0468 before 8 p.m.

Paying cash for junk motorcycles, cars & trucks, dead or alive. Free pickup/towing. 203-631-0800 or 203-630-2510.

BOATS & MOTORS

DINING ROOM-Oval Table 6078”, 6 chairs w/ cane back and upholstered seat. China cabinet w/2 glass doors and light, storage below. Walnut colored. $500 Call 203-284-1647 HALF Stack Freezer 25 ” x 32” x 26” Also, New Refrigerator 27” x 33” x 23” Best Offer. 203- 265-2666 or 203-393-8931 TWIN Bed, solid oak with boxspring & mattress, 2 bureaus with large mirror. Nice set. $300. (203) 440-3919

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE POKEMON & YUGIOH CARDS Approx. 500 cards. Selling all of them for $1,500 or best offer. Call Eugene 203-715-2569 ST. John’s Cemetery, Wlfd. 1-4, lot 178, section 9. 4 for price of 3 including endowed care. $3500. Call 1-321-783-6539

WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT COBIA 24' 2000 240 Walkaround. Fishing or Family fun! enclosed Bimini, cuddy cabin, live well, depth/fish finder, 250 hp Mercury outboard. Low hours. Well maintained. E-Z load trailer. Asking $17,900. Call Tom 203-238-2820

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SEASONED firewood, pickup or local delivery. Cut & split. Approx 16-18in. $200/cord; $125/half cord. 203-294-1775. www.lavignestreeservicellc.com

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH

Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate.

203-235-8431 FISHING TACKLE. Local collector looking for old or new rods, reels, lures. Highest prices paid. Call Dave anytime 860-463-4359 OLD BICYCLES Don’t throw away that old bike. Hobbyman needs your help. Free pickup! Bikes will be recycled. Help save a bike! 203-494-9641

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS GUITAR/BASS LESSONS At SherStudios All styles & levels for fun or career from 25 year exp’d Hartt grad and recording artist Jamie Sherwood. Call (860) 793-0669 www.jamiesherwood.com

Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome

Piano Lessons Beginner to Intermediate De Fiore Vocal & Piano Studio Roberta (203) 630-9295

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ATTENTION DOG OWNERS! Dog Obedience classes starting March 28 at Cheshire Park & Rec. Bruce Gianetti & Phil Huntington, Instructors. Call 203-272-2743 9am-4pm. After 6pm call 203-235-4852. BOXER PUPPIES With 2nd set of shots & deworming. 3 left. 1 male, 2 females. Ready to go. $650. Call 860-538-9108 BULLDOGS, Boxers, Chihuahuas, Pekingese, Yorkie, Bugg, Poodle Mix. $250+.

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FOR RENT

PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION CLASS Required for CT applicants. $100. Call 203-415-1144

WLFD-Ranch Condo, full bsmt, 2BR, LR & kit. W/D hkup, deck, pool & tennis. Very clean. Off major hwys. $1000/mo. 203988-3465 or 860-349-5646

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 24, 2011

Looking for the perfect new home for your Mother, Father, Aunt, Friend or Yourself?…….

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ATTIC & BASEMENTS CLEANED GARY Wodatch Debris removal of any kind. Homeowner’s, contractor’s, small dumpsters avail. Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430 GARY Wodatch Demolition Services. Sheds, pools, decks, garages, concrete walks, patios, Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430

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also accepting applications for Affordable Units Income Restriction Apply Merit Properties, Inc. Financed by CHFA APARTMENTS FOR RENT CHESHIRE 1 BR, 2nd Fl. Heat & hot water incl. Off street parking. Hdwd fls. $750 per month + 1 mo sec. No smoking or pets. 203-988-2145 or 203-272-3009 CHESHIRE. 1BR, large 1st floor apt, eat in kit, liv rm. hardwood flrs, front & rear porch, off st, parking. W/D available. Pet ok. $840/mo. Call 203-250-8288

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MERIDEN 1 BR, 2 BR & Studio Starting at $595 per month. Heat & HW incl. Off street parking 203-886-7016 MERIDEN 1, 2, 3 & 4BR. Starting at $500. West Side - Recently Renovated. Off st parking. No pets. Sec, refs. Ask Lisa about our specials. Call 203-935-6612

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2 BR Starting at $750. Heat & HW incl. Ask about 1 month free rent. 203-639-8751

L & E PROPERTY Management offers Meriden - 2 & 3 BR apts From $725 + sec. & utils. Avail. Immed. 203-240-4688 MER 1BR, 2nd fl, hdwd flrs, heat, hot water, elec incld. W. Side, refrig, stove incld. $240/wkly+sec. Call 203-6303823 12pm-8pm MER. FURNISHED apts: Incl Heat, Elec, HW. East Side, 2nd flr Studio, $758/mo+ sec. 1BR, 3rd fl, $845/mo+sec. 12pm-8pm 203630-3823 or Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN -2BR, 1st Floor Refinished. Nice yard. Grove Street. $800 + utilities. W/D included. Section 8 approved. 203-265-4664 MERIDEN -Newly Remodeled ● 2 & 3BR, Sherman Ave. ● 3+ BR, Franklin St. Off street parking, WD hookups, Hardwood floors. (203) 634-6550

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Studio & 1 Bedroom Apts Affordable apts for qualified applicants 50 yrs of age or older Small pets accepted Please call 860-621-3954 TTY 711

ADDITIONS, Decks, Garages, Finish bsmt, Window & door replacement. Repairs of all types. Complete Home Improvement. Free est. 203-238-1449 # 578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com See how we can turn your Attic or Basement into Usable Space at www.

MERIDEN 2 BEDRM, 2nd floor apt. 1 bath, appliances included. 110 Colony St. off St. parking, sec 8 approved. $800 & sec. Call 203-927-8215 MERIDEN 3BR, 1.5 bath, basmt W/D hookup, $1200/m + utils. 1m sec. No pets. Avail 3/1. Call 203-631-8421 or 203-440-1290 MERIDEN MOVE IN SPECIAL Studios, 1 BR & 2 BR Free Heat & HW incl. ACs. 24 hr maintenance. Sec. guard. Laundry Rm. Off st parking. 203-630-2841 MERIDEN MOVE IN SPECIAL Studios, 1 BR & 2 BR Free Heat & HW incl. ACs. 24 hr maintenance. Sec. guard. Laundry Rm. Off st parking. 203-630-2841 MERIDEN-1BR. large. 2nd fl new appliances, newly renovated $775 per mo plus security hot water included call Natalie 203-671-2672 MERIDEN-2BR, 1st flr, 5Rms (Newton St) $800/mo.+gas heat & elec utils. 1mo sec dep No pets/smoking. W/D hkup 203-237-5680 leave message

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HEATING & COOLING

DON’T Freeze this WINTER! Call Duane Plumbing, heating & cooling. Annual furnace & boiler tune-ups & cleanings. Quality work. Major credit cards. Low rates. 203-3798944 #400335-S1

CEILING REPAIRS Edwin Cordero Painting (203) 537-2411 CT#614827

JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! We clean Estates, Homes, Attics, Bsmts, Gar, Yard. Snow Plowing. ***FREE ESTIMATES*** 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218

KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING

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LANDSCAPING

DON’T Flush money down the drain, call Duane Plumbing, heating. Quality work, low rates Major credit cards accptd. 203379-8944 lic. #283401 P1 MEDINA Sewer & Drain Cleaning Services LLC. Quality work at affordable prices. 24hr srv. Benny Medina 203-909-1099

CONCERNED ABOUT ROOF COLLAPSE DUE TO SNOW LOAD. Let the Pro’s remove it! Emer roof repair & snow rem. Lic & ins. 203-623-4749

Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrms, additions. 203-237-0350. CT Reg. #516790

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CLEANING SERVICE We’ll clean your house or office with a sparkle. Ask about Free Cleaning for New Clients. Polish /English speaking. Bonded, ins. Free est. Anna (860) 505-7720 LET me clean your home/office for less $. Will beat other quotes by 20%. (Mature Woman/US Citizen). Call (203) 238-0566 POLISH/English speaking woman to clean house w/care. 2nd cleaning 50% off. Ins & bonded. Refs. 860-538-4885 YOUR HOME or office will be sparkling clean. Free estimate. Good references. Insured. 10 yrs of exp. Call (203) 815-6630

JUNK REMOVAL

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CRISTAL Clean Inc. Spec. in water damage, painting & contracting. 24yrs exp. Reasonable rates. #0548410 (203)235-3099

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Amenta Builders. Fully ins. Most residential roofs cleared for $500 or less. Call for free est. 860-833-3051

Amenta Builders. Fully ins. Most residential roofs cleared for $500 or less. Call for free est. 860-833-3051 SALT - $130/Yard. Sand/salt 7:2 DOT mix, $65 per yard, picked up. 100% magnesium chloride icemelt - Safest for concrete! $16/50lb. bag. Pallets prices avail. 24/7. 203-238-9846 SNOW & Ice removed by steam. Call Hamden Painting LLC, 203627-1131

Thursday, February 24, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen APARTMENTS FOR RENT

WANTED TO RENT

MERIDEN-2BR, 3rd flr, 5Rms, Stove & refrig incld. Off-stparking. No pets. $725/mo + sec & utils. 203-605-5691

SEEKING 4 or 5 Room House or 1st Fl Apartment. Have section 8. Quiet, clean, with one cat, trained. Call (203) 238-9756

MERIDEN-3BR Townhouse 416 Crown St. $1150/mo. 2 months plus security. 203-284-9016 leave message

WANTED Studio Apt for a clean, non smoking, non drinking sr citizen. Only hope is that there is a W/D hookup. Robert 203-265-2666 or 203-393-8931

MERIDEN. 1 BR $600. Studio $500. Utilities not included. On bus line, downtown. Call 203982-3042.

SOUTHINGTON. 3 BR, 1 bth, stove, refrig, W/D incl, 2nd fl. $1100/mo. Lg walkup attic, (860) 919-4231. No pets.

HOUSES FOR SALE

MERIDEN $119,900 Large home with lots of possibilities. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths & 2 car garage. All on big lot. Call to see! Judy 203-235-3300

WLFD-2BR townhouse, large condo, w/garage & basement. W/D hkups. New windows & carpets. Good loc. Call 203-8489233 or 203-265-1520

WLFD $499,900 Beautiful custom 4BR home in neighborhood. Many elegant features & finishes including MBR w/loft & FP, 2 family roooms +incredible pool & patio! Linda 203-265-5618

MERIDEN-Spring is around the corner, is this the year to build your dream home? www.cobblestonect.com Call 203-269-0325

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

ROOMMATES MERIDEN House to share, Room, Male, Christian home. Share kit/ba, Easy hwy access. No smoke. Refs, credit ck. $550/mo. inc. util. 203-634-6606

BERLIN 2 BR, 2 Bath Townhouse at Stony Mill. LR w/FP. Attached garage. Fully finished lower level. Stainless steel appliances. $249,900. The Buyer’s Broker 860- 829-1213

ATTENDANT for One Stop Laundromat in Cheshire. Flex hrs some mornings, some afternoons. Call Sal 203-949-1940 AUTO MECHANICS needed Full time. Salary based on experience. Full benefits package. Apply in person only. Portland Transmission 25 Silver St, Portland 860-342-4273

ROOMS FOR RENT CHESHIRE-Located on mini farm. Off-st-parking. Kitchen privileges. No smoking/drugs. $480/month. (475) 201-8894 MERIDEN $100 per week. Fully furnished BR, Kit & LR. All utils & cable TV incld. Washer & dryer on site. No drugs or alcohol. Please Call 203-537-6284 MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Heat, elec, HW incld. E.Side, kit privileges, off-st park. $125/wk. + sec. Call 12-8pm 203-630-3823 or www.Meridenrooms.com

NORTH HAVEN Meadowstone Motel- Off I-91. Sat. TV, furn’d. Daily/Wkly On Bus Line. 203-239-5333

WALLINGFORD Desirable first level 1 bedroom corner unit. 1.5 baths with add’l bedroom. 1586 liveable sq. ft. Upgraded SS appls, lg master BR, amp closets. Pvt wooded back yard. $175,000. Al 203-265-5618

CAKE DECORATOR To make and decorate ice cream cakes at DQ. Exp’d & artistic talents req’d. Serious inquiries only. Apply in person at Dairy Queen, 956 Broad St., Meriden, CT CLERKS for computerized Cheshire collection agency. Prior office experience a must. 203-250-9615 8:30-5:30. DENTAL ASSISTANT Exp’d. P/T. Chairside w/some receptionist skills for general practice. Wallingford. Send resume to: The Record-Journal, Box 2M, 11 Crown St, Meriden, CT 06450

Day & Night Shifts Part & Full Time Great Pay & Bonus Programs High School Scholarship

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Machinist III CNC Machinists Lathes & Mills

ADMIN SECRETARY FT 5 years healthcare experience preferred. Computer literate. Fax resume and salary requirements to 203-272-6968 or mail PO Box 1056, Cheshire, CT 06410

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Route 9590 - Profit up to $9,000 annually

A Start up Machines Shop in the Durham, CT area is accepting resumes for

With 5 -10 yrs experience. All positions involve lifting, sawing, drilling and movement of graphite blocks, billets and random graphite materials. Have considerable knowledge of machining measuring equipment. Work with minimal supervision. Possess the ability to read and interpret blueprints to customer specifications, to work within blueprint tolerances, perform basic shop math, read and understand measuring equipment. Must be able to read, understand and work from dispatch list. Machinist experience in a job shop preferred. The company offers excellent benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 401k, vacation and sick time. Send resumes to Record-Journal Box 3 11 Crown Street Meriden, CT 06450

806 Farmington Ave., Kensington 860-828-9610

CALL TODAY 203-634-3933

MYRTLE BEACH, SC

HELP WANTED

WALLINGFORD-1BR inclds heat & HW. Lease & security. No pets. $795/mo. Call 203265-7101 JJ Bennett Realty

WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Commons, spacious 1 & 2BR units. $725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770

Delivery of local morning newspaper Seven days a week. Routes available In Wallingford and Southington, but Accepting names for routes in all areas.

1st floor, ground level, ranch, 2BR, 2 bath, furnished! On Island Green Golf Course. Pool, large fitness room. Call 203-271-3172

WALLINGFORD 2BR, LR, DR in 2 family, 1st flr, off st. parking. No pets. Credit check. $850 + utils. 203-284-1853

WALLINGFORD. 1 BR, Spacious apt. Appls, laundry hookups, storage area. Off st parking. 1 mo sec. 1 yr lease. No pets/ smoking. $800. 203-631-5219

EARLY MORNING HOURS AVAILABLE FOR

REDUCED! $79,500

WALLINGFORD - 4BR, 2.5 bath, 2700 sf Colonial w/2 car garage. $2000/mo. Call (203) 509-5414

WALLINGFORD. 1 BR, Judd Sq., new carpet/paint, c/a, no pets. $740. (203) 265-3718

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WANTED-Kitchen to rent in Wallingford. Willing to share Starting Cake bus 203-3761514 alyssaP021@yahoo.com

MERIDEN/WALLINGFORD LINE 2nd Floor. 5 large rooms. WD, Stove, Refrigerator. Private porch, off st parking, wall to wall rugs. Spotless, quiet area. No pets. Avail April. 203-686-0818 MOVE IN SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR - $750/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric included. Private balcony. 1 month free rent. Ask for details. Call for info 203-639-4868

EXTRA INCOME NEEDED?

MERIDEN Spring Village Phase 2. New 1726 SF. Townhouse w/3BR, 2.5BA, huge LR, 2 car gar, trek deck. Starts at $220,000. Galleria RE Call 203-671-2223.

1190916

MERIDEN-3BR, nice size 2nd flr apt, $850/mo incl. new refrig., new stove, w/d hookup in unit. No pets, utils or smoking. 1 yr lease, credit chk & refs req. Sec & 1st mo. rent. 203-6088348

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

HELP WANTED

AUTOMOTIVE Technicians in Connecticut needed. Call Roland at 860-828-3127 ext 15.

DRIVERS - Furniture delivery. Must be experienced. Clean driving record. Call 203-284-3776

DRIVER/CHAUFFEUR PT. Flex hrs. Weddings, funerals, airports, etc. Must have clean driving record & PSL. (203) 284-9000

LAUNDRY/Housekeeping 32-40 hrs. Apply in person, M-F, 8-4. Coccomo Memorial 33 Cone Ave., Meriden. EOE.

Smith Transport, Inc.

Group Home Positions

is a driver friendly company that is “Dedicated to Excellence” Excellent Equipment Excellent Benefits Excellent Hometime 1 yr. OTR Experience Required

Residential Management Services Direct care positions working w/adults w/developmental/ intellectual disabilities in Meriden, Wallingford, Middletown and Hartford areas. Exper. preferred. CT Driver’s Lic, HS Dipl/GED required. Apply online at RMS-inc.org. EOE

NORTHEAST Regional Class A tractor trailer driver needed. Sleepers are utilized. You will be out 3-5 nights per week. 3 years driving experience required. Clean driving record. No DOT reportable accidents. Call 203-484-9793 Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm

DRIVER F/T & P/T. Must have own car & insurance. Reliable. Apply in person: Pizza Heaven, 286 W. Main St. No phone calls Driver

HVAC Call (888) 219-8041 SmithDrivers.com FARM WORKERS Gotta’s Farm,, Portland CT needs 4 temporary workers 3/1/2011 to 12/15/2011 work tools, supplies, equipment provided without cost to worker. Housing will be available without cost to workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day. Transportation reimbursement and subsistence is provided upon completion of 15 days or 50% of the work contract. Work is guaranteed for ¾ of the workdays during the contract period $10.16 per hr. Applicants to apply contact CT Dept of Labor at 860-263-6020. Job#4558925. Plant, cultivate and harvest fruits vegetables and ornamental flowers crops. Use of pruning tools, apply pesticides. Sorting, processing and packing products. Set up, operate and repair farm machinery. Set up irrigation and maintain. Work mainly outdoor, could be extremely hot or cold conditions. Work requires to frequently bend, stoop, and lift up to fifty pounds. Work on ladders at heights up to twenty feet. Thirty days experience in duties listed above.

LMG, inc. is a mechanical contracting company based in Middletown, CT. We are currently seeking an HVAC/R installation and/or service technician. The ideal individual must have at least five years experience on the field and hold an HVAC license in CT, preferably contractor “S” or “D”, journeyman will be considered. Send resumes to hr@cesct.com Or mail to: LMG, Inc. 811 Middle St. Middletown, CT 06457 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER Growing local company seeking a hard-working individual with mechanical aptitude for nuts & bolts assembly, proficient in handtool use, detail oriented, able to lift 40+ lbs email resume to helpneeded@sbcglobal.net or fax to 203-238-2444 NEW YEAR ★★ NEW CAREER BRING IN 2011 By Getting A ★ NEW POSITION ★ In a Growing Industry 23 Limited Positions Available In: ★Customer Service ★General Labor ★Retail/Sales ★2nd Line Mgmt. (Students & all others welcome to apply) Must be able to start ASAP Call to Schedule your interview! Call Now 860-329-0330 Text Contact Info: 860-884-6861 Email resume to: patriots1hire@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL delivery service is looking for an individual to become our driver of local home deliveries of new furniture in the Southington area. Exp in furniture delivery with set up necessary. Ability to drive a truck clean driving record no DUIs. Excellent income. For interview call Dylan @ 215-651-8733 or email resume to interviewads@yahoo.com SLIDERS GRILL & BAR is now hiring Line Cooks and Servers 860-747-5199 www.slidersgrillbar.com

Truck Driver needed!

MEDICAL CAREERS C.N.A.’S - HOMEMAKERS COMPANIONS Immediate local positions for private duty work, flexible hours. No prior experience needed. C.N.A.’s also needed. Top pay to $13.00 hour. Apply today, Work today. Must have clean criminal background & clear drug screen. www.keepmehome.com/work 877-203-2323, 860-829-4500

Psychiatric Practice S e e k in g t o F il l M u lt ip l e Part Time Positions A multi-discipline private psychiatric practice in a prime Southington location with multiple positions to fill. We provide an excellent work environment with a friendly team of professionals providing a full range of psychiatric services to children and families. We offer flexible hours with excellent compensation for on-site and off-site duties. We are seeking to fill the following positions: 1. Licensed Psychotherapist (PhD, LCSW, LMFT) With experience working with adolescents & children. 2. APRN/Psychiatrist With experience working with children 3. Receptionist Exp with Microsoft office applications is essential. Prior medical office exp is preferred. P l e a s e f a x y o u r r es u m e t o 86 0- 2 76 -9 2 96 or E-mail to: aalmai@sbhccf.com

Must be able to drive at least 26K lbs. Must be able to drive interstate. Have valid CT driver license. Able to communicate in English. Must pass background check and drug test. Apply in person:

WeRecycle!

RNs

500 South Broad Street, Suite G, Meriden, CT 06450

FT, PT, Per Diem positions for RNs Spanish speaking a plus. Avail in Bristol, Cromwell, Rocky Hill, Southington and Meriden. Send resume to: HRMGR@utopiahomecare.com

NO PHONE CALLS WAIT Sfaff, experienced, part time or full time. Apply within Basil’s Pizza, 680 No. Colony Rd, Wallingford.

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT SEEKING Employment Typing @ Home-Retired secretary with 35+ yrs. exp. Have computer, printer, fax machine, scanner. (5 hrs/25 hrs.wkly-MF). On Soc. Sec./Medicare, don’t need any benefits. EMail: mvmfriend@ cox.net.

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 24, 2011

JOB LOT

Ocean State 3 Pk Readers

Tums

Smoothies Berry Fusion

2011 Flower & Vegetable Seeds

Comp. $8 - $10

3 Pk - 12 ct each

Comp. $3

40% OFF

Tops & Pants

Curves

Comp. $50 - $100

6-Pack

30” Steel Fire Pit

Includes mesh cover & poker

Famous Maker Heavyweight Sweat Pants

Comp. $17

Comp. $80

Vanna’s Choice® by Lion Brand® 7oz. Double Skeins!

Comp. $25

Comp. $30

Eagle Canyon Mens & Ladies Winter Fleece Jackets Comp. $30

NEW SHIPMENT!

Thinsulate Lined Waterproof

Bula Hats

Assorted 4 oz

Extra soft - 3 pk

Comp. $23

129

Vineyard 13’ Octagon Gazebo

Stainless Steel Cookware

Solar Stake Light

Comp. $25

$3.99 ea OR

9ea

Kashmir, Imperial, Silk Road & Persian Classics Collections

Made in Turkey

7’10”

9’x12’

17999

300

115 Gallon Extra Large Composter

7'10”x11'2”...... $250 6'7”x 9'6”........... $180 5'3”x 7'7”........... $100 3'11”x 5'7”............$60 2'7”x 5'.................. $36 5'3” Round............ $80 Hoover®

• Easy opening spring loaded top • 4 doors for easy access • No tool assembly

Comp. $99.99

1187427

Small

4 7 $ 13 $

Your Choice:

Black or green

Famous Designer King Size Pillow

Memory Foam Toppers 4 lb. Memor y Foam 2 1⁄2” Thick

An inch or two of low grade memory foam may be cheap - but it does not work!

Standard or queen size

Twin - 38"x75" ................. 95 $ Full - 53"x75" ............... 125 $ Queen - 60"x80"......... 150 $ King - 76"x80" ............. 180

X Large

Comp. $25

Fully gusseted

Comp. $119

2pk Brushed Velour Pillow

Wash Cloths & Fingertips ¢

5 YEAR MANUFACTURER WARRANTY

Every Premium Bath Sheet

Every Premium Bath Towel

Pet Crates

24”x18”x21”......$35 36”x24”x27”......$55 42”x28”x31”......$65

LOOK FOR MANAGER’S UNADVERTISED SPECIALS IN ALL OUR STORES EVERY WEEK!

Every Hand Towel

Your Choice

That Actually Work!

Medium

Latex Foam Pillow Hypoallergenic

Comp. $7

Comp. $12.97

Bagless

3999

Latex Dipped Nylon Garden Gloves

Contour-Fit Knee Pads

Comp. $13

Contoured velour fabric seat. Assorted colors.

Available in three (3) colors

Remanufactured

Comp. $7

Beanless Bag™ Chair

Fold-away® Vacuum or Elite Rewind

Organizer Top Tool Boxes

17 Compartment Organizer

Superior Quality 1 Million Point Area Rugs

Comp. $9.99 ...................................................

Use as 1 18” high air bed or unzip & use as two 9” beds

10ea

11” Griddle Non-stick.............

2 in 1 Queen Air Bed

QUEEN.............$450 KING................$500

Comp. $20

3/$

199

$ Kayak Paddle Comp. $30........

•Fits standard 4”x4” fence post • 2 styles

Comp.$8 ea

TWIN.................$225 FULL...................$350

Comp. $379 - $449

Solar Post Top Lights

Stainless steel or copper finish

If you hear a retailer offering memory foam mattresses without informing you of the density of the foam, it’s probably a promotional mattress. At JOB LOT, we are selling premium 5 lb density mattresses - the same density as the $3000 Famous Maker mattresses!

Fry Pans $ 8”........Comp $21.99......... 10 $ 10”......Comp $28.99........ 15 $ 12”......Comp $39.99........ 18 Sauce Pans w/Lids $ 2 qt........Comp $25.99........ 15 $ 4 qt.......Comp $39.99........ 18 Dutch Ovens w/Lids $ 6 qt........Comp $49.99........ 22 $ 8 qt........Comp $64.99....... 27

Coleman® or Flex® Kayaks

239

Extra Large Solar Lights

5 Lb MEMORY FOAM MATTRESSES AT SPECTACULAR PRICES!

• High quality 304 stainless steel • Thick encapsulated bottoms for uniform cooking • Commercial grade riveted handles • Dishwasher safe

Visit www.flexkayaks.com for more information

• Solid glass & metal construction • Asst styles & finishes

Comp. $8.50

Comp. $8

300

*Measured from eave to eave

200

4.75 oz ea. Assorted

Comp. $899

Comp. $600

6 bars

75 ct coated tabs

Regency 10’x12’* Gazebo

130

Comp. $400

Dove®

Anacin®

*Measured from eave to eave

Bar Soap

Advanced Headache Formula

10’ Paddle Boards

• Deep foot recess for increased stability • Textured surface for traction • Large storage hatch • Removeable tail fin • 300 LB capacity

Comp. $200

Brush Heads

Comp. $2.49

“Vaser” by Flex®

*Measured from leg to leg

Comp. $130

Toothpaste

Comp. $10-$17

Express II™ 10’x10’* Commercial Gazebo

12’x12’* Gazebo

Braun® Oral-B®

Mens or Ladies

*Measured from leg to leg

Colgate®

Sierra II™

per skein

ALL Pacific Palisades

BONUS:

FREE CASE!

$25 Mens & Ladies Genuine Leather

Values to $59

$20 Ladies Winter Gloves

Comp. $10

Made in Italy

Fabris Lane Your Choice

$15 Kids Premium Winter Gloves

Waffle crews Solid & stripes

Choose from 1/4 zip or full zip. 100% Polyester

Claiborne

Villager & Axcess Comp. $28

NEW SELECTION!

Mens Thermal Tops

Save 72 -90% on Designer Sunglasses!

Comp. $35

Super Premium Heavyweight Hooded Zip Sweatshirts

Famous Maker Heavyweight Hooded Sweatshirts

• Assorted colors • Assortment varies by store

5 $ 40 Lb “Mountain Pass”............ 10 $

20 Lb “Polar Express”.................

EnviroLog™ Firelog 5lb

Comp. $100 - $250

Your Choice

12 Lb Road Runner Jug.........6.50

without wear strip

Super Famous Label Swimwear

1 piece - Tankini - Bikini

Selection varies by store

18” Poly Snow Shovel

2 Famous Labels Swimwear

Ice & Snow Melter

18” Poly Snow Shovel with Built-in Wear-Strip

Comp: $30-$60

Solids, stripes, tipped collars

Comp. $10

Comp. $20 - $30

Single Tube

Men’s Golf Shirts

Graphic Tees

Pants, Capris, Leggings

Our Reg $1.10 - $1.20

SquirrelProof Bird Feeder

Outer Banks®

Workout Wear

Largest cake made! 4 popular flavors; more value for your money

YOUR CHOICE:

Comp. $9-$24

SAVE 70%-88%

EXTRAORDINARY CLOSEOUT!

SAVE 65%-75%

Jumbo 13 oz Suet Cakes

Bird Feeders

20 Lbs........................

Choose from hanging or window mount style

Pants

Comp. $68 - $88

Comp. $29 - $48

Unisex Fashion Headwear

(Longsleeve, 3/4 length & shortsleeve)

Tops

Your Choice:

SAVE 56%-83%

Famous Specialty Store

40 lbs or Nyjer Seed 25 lbs

Country Blend Mixed Seed

STORE HOURS! Mon-Sat: 8am-9pm; Sun: 9am-8pm Sale Dates: Thurs. Feb. 24 - Mar. 2, 2011

*Mfg. Suggested Retails

Black Oil Sunflower Seed 50 lbs, Signature Mixed

Your Choice:

Coral Fleece Throw 50”x60”

Puppy Heavyweight Training Pads

36” Round Pet Ped Soft sherpa top with coordinating cording

50 ct - 24”x24”

We now accept Cash Benefit EBT Cards

VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.OCEANSTATEJOBLOT.COM FOR STORE LOCATIONS, MONEY SAVING COUPONS & COMING ATTRACTIONS!!

Comp. $40

$ R

We accept AMERIC AN EXPRES S® CARD S