2-3-2011BerlinCitizen by Ryan Millner

The Berlin

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Volume 15, Number 5

Berlin’s Only Hometown Newspaper

Finance director lays out budget concerns for 2011-2012

Special edition:

Cabin fever reliever Cabin fever, what is it and how do you cure it? Basically, you know when you have it, no need to call the doc. Symptoms include, but are not limited to: restlessness, irritability, irrational frustration with everyday objects, excessive sleeping, boredom and an urge to go somewhere else. The cause is spending excessive amounts of time at home, mainly because the weather is too rotten to go anywhere or do anything. School vacations can exacerbate the problem. Stephen King’s novel The Shining (later a movie) is an extreme example of how a bit of winter isolation can get out of hand. With 10 feet of snow outside (it seems), this winter has pushed our limits. What’s the remedy? In this week’s edition, The Citizen offers several ideas to provide a little fun and escape from the grind of winter. Possible cures include: pizza, movies, outings, football — and celebrating Ground Hog’s Day (Feb. 2) which marked the halfway point of winter and promises the days will become brighter. We’ve featured winter snow photos from reader submissions (page 15) as a way to say good-bye to the worst of it. (We hope.) — The Editor

Thursday, Februar y 3, 2011

Few bright spots on the horizon By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

Citizen photo by Olivia L. Lawrence

Flowers are rare sights these days — except at local florists. This scene is from the greenhouse at Brierley-Johnson, the Florist. Outside, snow piles up against the windows.

Finance Director Jim Wren draws a sobering picture of the issues the town faces as it moves into the 2011-2012 budget season. “There are not a lot of positive things to be said,” Wren said. “Since I’ve been doing municipal finance, this is the most difficult year I’ve seen.” Investment revenue is down, the state is talking cuts in municipal aid and an infusion of stimulus money will soon be a thing of the past. So far, the Capital Improvement Plan committee has reviewed the Wren town’s five-year plan and made its recommendations; and all town departments submitted operating budgets in December. Town Manager Denise

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Hungry?

Pizza rules in Berlin with lots of places to pick one up By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

Citizen photos by Olivia L. Lawrence

Olgun Kandmir removes a pie from the oven at Empire Pizza.

People love pizza and Berlin has its fair share of pie joints — and everyone has a favorite place or two. Because where there’s pizza there are opinions. The Citizen included eight Berlin establishments in its survey. Seven of these have the word “pizza” in their name: Bill’s Pizza and Central Pizza, on Farmington Avenue; Bella Pizza on High Road; Pure Pizza and Berlin Pizza on the Berlin Turnpike; Village Pizza on Beckley Road and Pizza Rama on Deming Road (currently in the process of changing ownership). For No. 8, we’ll include the Pine Loft as it bills itself as a pizzeria. Other outlets sell pizza and have a following, like Portafino’s and San Remo Bakery. But for the purposes of this See Pizza, page 7

At Bill’s Pizza, Pete Ladas kneads the dough.

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 3, 2011

Storm budget takes a hit

Berlin’s storm-related expenses, like the rest of the state, are taking a hit this winter as the following budget breakdown shows. Figures do not include storms after Jan. 25. Total storm-related overtime expenses show just over 30 percent remaining, or about $41,000 of the allocated $134,455 budget. This includes overtime for garage, highway and grounds departments. Overtime budgets for the garage and highway de-

Readers’ poll

Tosatti helps on ‘smile day’ Along with other area dental services, Dr. MichaelTosatti is offering free care to uninsured children, or children with HUSKY insurance, as part of “Give Kids a Smile” day Feb. 4. The program features free cleanings,

Battleship sleepover The Willard Elementary School Pack 5 Cub Scouts recently spent a night aboard the battleship USS Massachusetts at Battleship Cove, in Fall River, Mass. Scouts are shown manning two of the battleship’s guns. In addition to the Massachusetts, the scouts toured the destroyer Joseph P. Kennedy Jr., the submarine Lionfish, PT Boats 617 and 796, and the Russian missile corvette Hiddensee.

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Here are The Berlin Citizen online poll results for last week. The question was: How is the winter weather affecting your mood? I’m my usual cheerful self. 24% I’m a bit cranky. 35% Beyond cranky. Don’t ask. 32% I’m fine, got a ticket to sunnier climes. 9% This week’s poll question asks: Have you suffered damage/injury related to winter weather? Vote online at www.BerlinCitizen.com

partments are at about 32 percent remaining and about 25 percent for the grounds department. The $140,000 budget for snow and ice materials is down to $510 or .36 percent. This includes $23,840 expended and $114,656 encumbered, meaning a purchase order has been taken out against the account. The snow equipment line has $200 left, or four percent. The budget for this line is $5,000; $1,700 has been expended and just over $3,000 is encumbered. In addition to the storm-related expenses facing towns, Gov. Dannel Malloy recently announced that the state had depleted its storm budget. However, he said safety and access would not be compromised.

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Good morning Berlin! That’s the greeting to welcome you each day to new information about your town available only on The Citizen website, www. berlincitizen.com. Best of Berlin Today gives you weather, community activities and tidbits about what’s happening here and now. Make sure to check out the website for breaking stories, daily news updates, property transfers, police reports and photos you won’t see anywhere else.

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During this time of year when your family may be trapped by an unpredictable snowstorm, it’s nice to have activities ready on the spur of the moment. Board games are a classic, but when all else fails to entertain housebound children, try these family movies, all available on DVD and Blu-ray. The Princess and the Frog (G): This is the tale of what happens after a princess kisses a frog. Follow Princess Tiana on her remarkable journey through the bayous of Louisiana.

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Pam’s picks

What to do when there’s not much to do By Pamela Fuschino Special to The Citizen

The holiday packages have been opened, the eggnog has been drunk and the New Year has been rung in. Now what? Don’t hibernate this winter when there is so much to do in Berlin.

There are activities for families, hobbies to take up and fun to be had by all ages. Here is my Top Ten list of things to

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Strike Zone Pro Shop. For more information on times and activities, call (860) 8281782. Bend and stretch – Winter is a time that we all tend to pack on the pounds. Want to avoid that this year? Pilates classes are being offered at the Community Center. Pilates is a system of over 500 controlled exercises that engage the mind and condition the total body. It is a balanced blending of strength and flexibility training that improves posture, reduces stress and creates long, lean muscle without bulking up. The classes range from beginner to intermediate to a Stretch Pilates class for seniors. There is a fee. Contact the Community Center at (860) 828-7056 for more information. The play’s the thing – Sick of watching TV? How about a live performance? Connecticut Cabaret Theatre is the place for theater at its

best. The sassy musical production Chicago is running now through February 12 every Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. The theatre’s motto is “Bring Your Own” meaning patrons can bring whatever they would like to eat or drink with them. You can also enjoy a dessert bar with a variety of treats to purchase. For more information on the Connecticut Cabaret visit their website at www.ctcabaret.com or for tickets call the box office at (860) 8291248. Time to act out – Maybe it’s time for you to take the stage rather than sit in the audience. The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre is always seeking new talent both on and off stage. The company is seeking male and female ingénue and character players between the ages of 18 through 85 to join the company. Aspiring actors are asked See Picks, next page

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Hit the spa – Nothing is nicer than being pampered when the cold is having its way with your skin and hair. Book a relaxing facial or massage or update that hairstyle at one of many of Berlin’s salons and days spas such as European Touch Day Spa, 35 Webster Square Road. Call (860) 828-2904 to make an appointment. (And after your spa treatment, you could take yourself to lunch.) Shop ‘til you drop – When the walls are closing in, what is there left to do but shop? And there are some great deals to be had in Berlin. Check out Syms/Filenes at 267 Wilbur Cross Highway which is known for its deeply discounted designer clothing for men, women and children. Also, Berlin is loaded with consignment shops where you can buy and sell gently used clothing and furniture for a fraction of the cost of new. What a great way to find some bargains and maybe make a few dollars as well. Knit 1, purl 2 – Have you thought about taking up knitting? Winter is a great time to make yourself a sweater or at least a scarf. Of course, knitting lessons would be the place to start and the Nutmeg Knitters would be the place to go. This

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to prepare a monologue to be performed at the time of the audition. Also needed are behind-the-scenes volunteers such as stage managers, stage runners, light and sounds technicians, as well as set carpenters and builders. To audition for the company or set up an interview to become a volunteer, visit the Cabaret’s website at www.ctcabaret.com for more information. Lace on the skates – Another great way to stay fit and have fun this winter is ice skating, and there are no shortage of ponds to skate on in Berlin. Check out Willard Pond, Hubbard Pond and Paper Goods Pond which are all lit from 5 to 10 p.m. To make sure an injury doesn’t interfere with the fun, be sure to wear helmets, knee and elbow pads, and be sure that children are supervised by an adult. Call Parks and Recreation to check on updated ice conditions at (860) 828-7100. Don’t know how to skate? Right down the road at Newington Arena, skating lessons are taking place on Saturday or Tuesday mornings or Sunday or Wednesday afternoons. For more information, call Newington Arena at (860) 665-7825. Go for Yoga – Yoga is a great activity to cure the winter doldrums and continue throughout the year. Liz Hall

has been teaching yoga since 1998 and offers classes at the Senior Center on Fridays at 9:30 a.m. Yoga will help to stretch and tone your muscles while also teaching relaxion techniques. For more information on yoga and other classes and activities, call the Senior Center at (860) 8287006. Get the kids dancing — Cabin fever setting in and the kids are out of control? Dancing will direct that energy in a positive way. Instructor Stephanie Herrara is offering 30-minute classes in tap, jazz, ballet and gymnastics at the Community Center. The classes are held on Fridays, ages 3-5 from 3:15 to 3:45 p.m. and ages 5-7 from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. There is a fee. For more information on upcoming classes, call the Community Center at (860) 8287056. Another great place to get your tiny dancer started is Caroline’s Dance Center located at 33-37 Seymour Road. Caroline’s Dance Center offers instruction in tap, jazz, ballet, gymnastics and hip hop. The philosophy at Caroline’s is to combine entertainment as well as education, allowing a child to be a child. For more information on classes at Caroline’s, call (860) 828-9682 or contact Caroline at misscarolineev@ aol.com.

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ing at absolutely everything. Can we get more efficiencies?” Three bargaining unit contracts are up for negotiations and two more will be expiring at the end of June. “We are trying to work closely with unions to realize the economy

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One bright note is that interest rates are “so low, we can bond and issue short term notes to bond at less than one percent,” Wren said. Furthermore, for some projects, the town will look at short term notes instead of stretching payments over 20 years or more. Despite the budget situation, Wren said there are “things that need to get done.” Large projects such as the high school renovation and the police station can proceed because interest rates are low. Furthermore, school construction grants from the state could change at some point as reimbursement percentages are likely to come under scrutiny, too. Wren said the town has not hired any new staff and he doesn’t anticipate any new programs. Whether or not there will be cuts to existing resources, “we are evaluating what we have…anything is possible.”

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Thank You! Our Christmas vision for an Illuminaria Display came true thanks to all the people who so generously donated their time and/or money during this busy season to help assemble the Illuminaria bags on December 21st, distribute them on Worthington Ridge Christmas Eve and pick up the bags on Christmas Day. We had over 50 volunteers of all ages participate in what we hope becomes a Berlin tradition! Our work night on December 21st really looked like Santa’s workshop - 1500 bags were folded, filled with sand and a candle in only one hour - distributing the bags on the Ridge took two and a half hours and pick-up on Christmas Day took a little over an hour - it was amazing! Doug and I are extremely grateful to the following volunteers who made this happen - without you this would not have been possible: Liz Aivano, Jutta Arena, George & Dr. Ann Aresco, Steve Bielienski & sons, Lindsay Benson, Donna Bordonaro, Peter & Beth Campanelli, Jennifer, Jace & Lucas Caron, Christopher Choinski, Deven & Joe D’Aleo, Ed Edgazarian, Robin Evans, Sandy Frazzetta, Diane Jacobson, June Kingsbury, Kristine Jutras, John & Tracy Kaczmarek, Leah & Alyssa O’Leary, Caryn LaPointe & family, Melissa LaVallee, Ron Lindgren, John Massirio, Brian Meyer, Antoinette Mirante, Norm & Ellie Nadeau, Rich & Joan Niles, Neil & Kylee Panetta, Dave Paradise, Terri Paventi, Alan Pipkin, Dan & Gail Race, Kathy & Jennifer Riccio, David & Leslie Riley, James Russo, Kent, Allison, Ashley & Emily Rutledge, Kyla Satkowski, Bill & Nicole Sandrelli, Christopher Sargis, John Scalia, Jim & Deb Simons, Doug Solek, Tim Skinner, Lorraine Stub, Hillary Taschner, Roberta Veleas, Steve Wood and Dick, Maryann & Amy Yale. Our apologies to anyone else whose name is not included here as we were going by those people who signed in on Tues and our memory. Special thanks to the Berlin Congregational Church for donating their hall as a work station, Chief Jim Simons of the Berlin Fire Department who came with a crew of his fireman to assist with traffic and distribute bags plus two fire trucks with Santa Claus to escort the trucks pulling the flatbed trailers containing the Illuminaria bags and Dave Paradise & Steve Wood from the Town of Berlin Public Grounds Department who delivered sand that we purchased to the church. We hope everyone enjoyed the beauty of this display and that for a moment it awakened in you the true spirit of Christmas!

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The Forever Young Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m. in St. Paul Church Hall. There will be a short meeting followed by pizza and Bingo. Tickets for the annual corned beef dinner on March 3 will be available at the meeting. Members are collecting pasta and sauce for the Berlin Food Pantry. Members interested in participating are asked to bring these items to the meeting.

The Kensington Congregational Men’s Club has scheduled its monthly roast beef dinner for Saturday, Feb. 12 at 6 p.m. in the parish hall. Menu includes USDA prime roast beef with mashed or roasted potatoes, green beans, bread and a choice of warm apple or peach crumb or brownie, both with ice cream. A macaroni and cheese option is available for children. For more information, reservations and cost, call the church at (860) 8284511. Walk-ins will be seated on a first-come, first-serve basis. 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 an All You Can Eat Pasta Supper and Service and Goods Auction for Saturday, Feb. 12. Dinner is at 5:30 p.m.; auction at 7 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Christian education programs. 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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These reader submitted photos show that residents have been keeping a close eye on the snow. Igloos, cardinals (check the photo of the shrub and count four cardinals perched there), kids, dogs, shovels and sleds were all part of the season. Thanks to everyone who participated.

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To the editor: Would you go to a doctor who has not updated his equipment since before DNA was discovered or before we put a man on the moon? Would you support your child or grandchild attending a college that has not updated its facilities in over 50 years? Probably not. This is exactly what our teenagers are facing when they attend Berlin High School. This renovation is about our future as a community. People should be drawn here because of our quality of life. Education is likely the most important quality of life issue people consider when choosing to move to a town.

My taxes have been remarkably stable in the 16 years I have lived in Berlin. If the referendum is approved the taxes of the majority of residents will increase by $13 to $20 per month in 2014. This is a small price to pay if the alternative is a high school facility that is “educationally inadequate” for our children. Some suggest we simply add new science rooms and address code violations at a net cost of $22 million. Unfortunately, this option would not replace the antiquated air handling system (think McGee School) or replace roofs that desperately need replacing. Adding just these two elements to the “cheaper” option, and the cost comes close to the $47 million cost of renovating the entire building as new (while still not renovating 92 percent of the building). The renovated facility will essentially be a brand new high school: safe, clean, updated, and provides spaces conducive to learning. A

building we can feel confident is a quality educational environment for our kids. Approving the proposed renovation is best for our children, our community and our future. Donna Morelli Kensington

Best option To the editor: After what happened recently at McGee (failed HVAC and roof systems) and the very recent roof leaks and collapsing ceilings at the high school, it is clear that we must address school facility needs in a comprehensive way. The high school facility is approaching 60 years old, is not code compliant, is educationally inadequate and at risk of losing its accreditation. The plan to “renovate as new” will address all of these concerns in a fiscally responsible way. The plan is fiscally responsible because it is a long term, 25 plus year See Letters, next page

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Berlin angels take wing to deliver meals By Judy Nimro Special to The Citizen Traditionally, we have been taught that Angels are beings all dressed in white with a pair of wings and a halo hovering over their heads. So easy to spot. We have come to learn over the years that this is not necessarily true. There are many non traditional Angels that we see in our every day life. They are not so easily recognized. You may see them in the grocery store dressed in a pair of jeans and a T-shirt, or perhaps at the gym in a pair of sweats. Even at the bank, post office or local school scurrying about with their daily routines. These Angels are the unsung heroes that we call volunteers; the selfless people who take time out of their busy lives to deliver CW Resources Meals to the homebound. In the town of Berlin we have several Angels to thank. Tom, Sue and their son Michael Pavano, for their tireless dedication as coordinators of the Berlin Mealson-wheels delivery system.

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Always willing to lend a helping hand, take all calls when service is changed, fill in when another volunteer cannot serve for the day. They send Michael to help sort and carry food for some of the ladies. They have encouraged young Michael to become a volunteer and continue the work his parents do. Bea Lennehan, who has tirelessly served for many years and brings her expertise to this program as a retired nurse. She carefully makes sure that everyone is home and OK each time she delivers. David Kimmel, one of our more recent volunteers comes from Southington. He was eager to sign-up to serve the Berlin folks who need home delivered meals. He comes to us with an extensive medical background as well. He is very caring and reports all irregularities immediately. Wendy Mutter, all the way from Southbury, works in clinical liaison/admissions for Andrews House Healthcare. She takes her own lunch hour to deliver meals to Berlin meal recipients. She has, through Andrew House, made remarkable donations to the Central Ct. Elderly Nutrition Program. Ed Kozlenko is another recent volunteer. He gives of his precious time to help Wendy make the route shorter each Thursday. They split the delivery so each of them can get back to their busy schedules. Ed is an auditor for the state. John (Scott) McIntosh, runs his own insurance business, and has volunteered for many years. He is the grandson of one of the founders of CW Resources. Scott has delivered and helped each and every homebound person

See Angels, page 20

Thursday, February 3, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen

How I learned to love football — sort of By Karen Brancato Special to The Citizen

Minneapolis was not my first choice for a trip destination. Surprisingly, it didn’t even crack my “Top Ten” list of places I’d like to visit. But last year, my husband, a lifelong Vikings fan, wanted to go see his team play on their home turf. I pointed out, in wifely fashion, that they were playing in Foxboro this year (obviously closer and cheaper). But, adding urgency to a possible Midwest trip was the fact that our son would soon be off at college, and that Brett Favre might retire for good after this season. So on a beautiful October Saturday, the three of us flew into Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport. On Sunday, the Vikings were going to battle the dasterdly Dallas Cowboys. If you are expecting an exciting play-by-play of the game here, or lots of interesting sports statistics, you are going to be sorely disappointed. I am not a football fan or even a follower. I go to Super Bowl

Letters Continued from page 16 solution. We end up with the equivalent of a new school at less cost. The notion that we will save money in the long run by just doing part of the high school renovation is false. By so doing we will give up our fair share of state reimbursement which is available now, but is unlikely to be in the future. Our choices are: (1) Do this project properly now, with $23 million in state aid or (2) Continue to pay nearly 100 percent out of pocket each time we apply a band aid to this aging facility. The fear that this project will lead to an enormous tax increase is unfounded. The net cost to Berlin for this project is approximately $47 million. According to Berlin’s finance director the anticipated tax increase on a house with a market value of

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Vikings vs. Cowboys at the Metrodome. parties for the snacks and the commercials. I offer these observations purely as an outsider and football neophyte. The first thing I noticed on the way to the Metrodome was a feast of sights and sounds. There was an ocean of purple, from the jerseys everyone was wearing, to the vans tailgating in the parking lots. Inside the stadium, the pulsing beats of “The Immi-

grant Song” accompanied the Viking players as they spilled onto the field. At times, the noise of the crowd was downright deafening. When the Vikes made a good play, the sound would swell from the rafters, sweep down and travel around the whole stadium. When they scored, pyrotechnics shot off and loud pops shook our seats.

$250,000 would be approximately $25 per month starting in 2014. For less than the cost of our morning coffee we can solve this issue. We must seize the opportunity to get this project done right at a time when it is cheap to borrow money, relatively inexpensive to build and we have the benefit of state aid. Renovating the high school “as new” is clearly needed and by far our best option. Rich Sartor Berlin

fee for the Beckley Road Bridge — your tax dollars literally down the drain, year after year. Also, the Mattabassett Sewer District is being mandated to improve their facility that we currently share expenses with Cromwell and New Britain. I’ve always said that three separate water and sewer departments for a town of our size is a waste of our tax dollars, but with the anticipated increases from the Mattabassett District, it’s going to hit your pocket hard. Don’t forget about the renovation work at McGee Middle School to improve the air quality and building upgrades which will continue on for another year, while we are delaying the much needed high school upgrades. Once again, our politicians are proposing another total re-build of a usable building. Their own architects claimed all the deficiencies could be addressed for $25

Be aware To the editor: I would like to cut to the chase and ask Berlin citizens to be aware of a few on-going projects that our tax dollars will be directed to in the near future as well as the high school code upgrades. You may have read about my previous dissatisfaction with a $3,300 monthly rental

See Football, page 20

Katie’s Relay Report Feb. 3: I cannot believe that this Monday is Berlin’s fourth annual Relay For Life kick-off event! The excitement is already mounting as the date draws nearer to the start of the season. In just a few days, team captains, volunteers, cancer survivors, and caregivers from all around Berlin will be congregating at the Pine Loft to socialize and prepare for 2011’s Relay. It is something to see; people from all walks of life coming together for a common cause: to end cancer. The theme for the night, which will carVandrilla ry through the Relay, is also something about which to be thrilled. It is an “Un-Birthday Party,” inspired by the Disney cartoon Alice in Wonderland. In the movie, young Alice stumbles upon the Mad Hatter’s tea party, where she learns the concept of celebrating any regular day of the year as if it were her birthday. We have spun off of that idea since the American Cancer Society is the Official Sponsor of Birthdays, and decided to celebrate everyone’s birthday in the town of Berlin. After all, you do not need a special occasion to celebrate life. The night should be one to remember, and promises to be a wonderful start to an even better year. The kick-off event will be held Monday, Feb. 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Pine Loft Restaurant, 1474 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin. For more information on the kick-off event, or Relay For Life in general, visit http://www.relayforlife.org/berlinct. (Katherine Vandrilla writes the Relay Report, a sophomore at St. Joseph’s College, she is in remission from leukemia.)

Stewart rebuffs charges of double-dip

Candidate for the 6th District senatorial seat, Republican Timothy Stewart tells Democratic candidate Terry Gerratano’s campaign to back off charges that he’d keep his job as New Britain mayor if elected. See the full story at www.berlincitizen.com. million. Why are we forced into an all or nothing choice? Many agree that the lack of leadership has allowed the high school to fall into disrepair. Students deserve better, and I urge the Town Council to let voters consider the more reasonable option. I can’t imagine bonding a single project of this magnitude when our economy is struggling as it is. The police department wants to expand, the train station needs renovations, and our bridges need repairs. Enough already! Charles R. Paonessa Berlin

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Dedication To the editor: On behalf of the Public Safety Department at the Hospital of Central Connecticut and the entire hospital community, I want to thank and commend our local fire fighters for their

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The Berlin Visiting Nurse Association recently nominated William McQueeney for the excellence in care-giving, hosted by The Atria Hamilton Heights in West Hartford. McQueeney was honored for the tireless dedication that he displays to his wife, Ellen. McQueeney was one of only 21 honored at a luncheon. Next to McQueeney is VNA Nurse Alice Milardo, right, and Patty Murphy, his home health aide.

Laurie Bevelock, M.D. Internal Medicine Practice: The Hospital of Central Connecticut Kensington Primary Care, 320 New Britain Road, Kensington, 860-828-3361 Education: Robert Wood Johnson Medical School/University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey, New Brunswick, N.J.; internal medicine internship/residency University of Virginia Medical Center, Charlottesville, Va.

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Kendra Lawrence, M.D. Internal Medicine Practice: The Hospital of Central Connecticut Plainville Primary Care, 36 Whiting St., Plainville, 860-747-4377 (relocating to Unionville office in spring 2011) Education and experience: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio; primary care internal medicine internship/residency, University of Connecticut. Previously, Lawrence was medical director at the Westminster School, Simsbury, Conn; and before that was in private practice in West Hartford.

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You can’t keep a good woman down. Held scoreless in the first half Friday night against visiting Maloney, Alyssa Barrett, the Berlin High School girls basketball team’s leading scorer, drained back-to-back 3-pointers in the third quarter to spark a 10-0 run. The Lady Redcoats rode that momentum to a 43-32 victory. Barrett netted eight of her nine points in the third period. Chelsea Vujs also had a productive second half for Berlin, which improved to 95. Twelve of Vujs game-high 15 points came after the break. The Lady Redcoats had to wait nearly four minutes to get on the board against Maloney (7-7), but the visitors didn’t make them pay for their offensive woes. Berlin never trailed by more than three points in the first quarter, and held a thin lead most of the frame, which ended with the teams knotted at seven.

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Vujs drained a 3-pointer in the period. A free throw by Monique St. Jarre early in the second quarter halted an 8-0 spurt by Maloney and made it an 11-8 game. Jess Szczepanik’s second bucket of the night pulled the Lady Redcoats to within one. The locals headed into halftime with a 14-13 lead. St. Jarre and Szczepanik turned in good work in the paint against Maloney. The due combined for nine points. Berlin took charge in the third period. The home team outscored its guests 19-6 in that decisive quarter and led 33-19 with eight minutes to play. Along with Barrett, Vujs and Ashley Malloy came up big in the third period. Vujs scored seven points. Malloy tallied four of her six points in the third. Maloney closed its sizeable deficit to 33-24 at the outset of the fourth quarter, but that’s as close as it would get. Five straight points by Vujs made it 41-27 and proved to knock the wind out of the visitors.

Team gets behind ‘Wear Red’ cause By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

Seeing red isn’t always a bad thing. In fact, the Berlin High School girls basketball team wants to see the color, and a lot of it, Friday night at Gibney Gymnasium. In an effort to raise awareness for heart disease in women, the Lady Redcoats are urging spectators to wear red — the color associated with the disease — for Berlin’s game against Bristol Central Feb. 4, National Wear Red Day. Game time is 7 p.m. Donations will be collected. BHS seniors and Upbeat House leaders Alyssa Scheyd and Jackie Carlson spearheaded the hoop team’s “Wear Red” effort. “Heart disease is the number one killer in women,” Scheyd said. “We’re just hoping this makes people aware of what this is.” Carlson believes most women assume breast cancer is the biggest threat to their health. “We really want to show everyone, ‘hey, look out

for heart disease,’” she said. Scheyd and Carlson have no family history of heart disease. However, they pointed out that a recent BHS graduate and former girls basketball player has been diagnosed with the disease. In keeping with the theme Friday night, the Lady Redcoats will wear their red uniform, the traditional color for away contests. Carlson and Scheyd would like to see the “Wear Red” game become an annual event. See Cause, page 28

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The Berlin High School cheerleaders competed in the Connecticut Classic Cheerleading Championship Saturday at Wolcott High School. The Lady Redcoats placed second in the All-Girl Varsity Division — the team’s best ever finish at the event. Pictured, foreground: Rebecca Calafiore gets a lift from teammates during the competition.

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BHS swim team a true melting pot By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

members are more recent additions. Sanjiv Patel, a sophomore, joined up last season. New to the team are seniors Purzych and Bhavik Patel, sophomore Jaydip Patel and freshmen Hiral Patel and Hassan. Before joining the Redcoats, the Patels — two sets of

brothers — did not know how to swim. In fact, they had never been under water. At the first day of practice this season, Jaydip Patel sunk, twice. Thurston had to pull him up. But the sophomore persevered, and three weeks later was able to swim two lengths of the pool. “His determination to master the

sport and overcome his fears was amazing,” said Thurston. Bhavik and Hiral Patel also have improved leaps and bounds this winter. Thurston praised the Patel boys’ “determination and work ethic.” The fact they

See Swim, page 25

Redcoats dealt two losses Dan Klotz and Kevin Kozikowski won two events apiece, but the Berlin High School boys swim team fell to the Bristol co-op last week in a Central Connecticut Conference showdown. Klotz bested the field in the 50 and 100 freestyle. Kozikowski prevailed in the 200 freestyle and the 100 butterfly. Redcoat divers swept that night. Josh Paradis finished first, Jakub Cweika was second and Nathan Giaccone took third. Also competing well for Berlin were 50 and 100 freestyle swimmers Chris Napierkowski, Chris VonAchen and Huy Nguyen, and Chris Cefaratti. In the Redcoats’ next outing they were bested by Farmington, 98-85. Once again, Klotz (200 individual medley, 500 freestyle) and Kozikowski (200 freestyle, 100 butterfly) won two events apiece. Paradis and Giaccone went one-two in diving.

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Entering the Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame this year will be former BHS coaches Al Pelligrinelli 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 Early (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 career of Robert McCann. A 1956 graduate of Berlin High School, McCann was a four-year letterman in football, basketball and baseball, and the Most Athletic member of his class. McCann was co-captain of the football team in 1955, his senior season. Berlin went 6-0-1 that year and claimed the North Central Football League and Class C titles. McCann scored 27 touchdowns in his junior and senior years. An All-State player, he was recruited by

The Berlin High School wrestling team rolled up 64.5 points and finished 11th at the MassConn Fusion Tournament, held Saturday in Southington. The 16-team event drew several of the top teams from Connecticut and Massachusetts. New Milford claimed the team title with 172.5 points. Berlin’s Will Matuszak earned his first career tournament title at MassConn Fusion, besting the 140-pound field. Mike Fiorillo tied for third at 171. After rattling off six victories in a row, the Berlin High School boys basket-

ball team dropped two of three during a recent stretch to fall to 8-4 on the year. The Redcoats’ fourth loss, a 57-49 decision, came Friday night in Meriden against undefeated Maloney. Max DeLorenzo led Berlin with a game-high 19 points. Earlier in the week, DeLorenzo netted his 1,000th career point in a 38-33 overtime victory over visiting Farmington. A buzzerbeating 3-pointer by the Redcoats’ Bobby Mozzicato forced OT.

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All Night Grad Party Decorating – The 2011 All Night Graduation Party Decorating committee meets every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Willard Elementary School. Help as often as you can. Drop-ins are welcome. Junior Woman’s Club — The Junior Woman’s Club of Berlin is scheduled to meet tonight, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. at Sage Pond Place. Boy Scouts – Boy Scout Troop 24 meets Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. at the Community Center. Stop in or call Joe Tedone at (860) 828-0255. Boy Scouts – Boy Scout Troop 41, sponsored by Bethany Covenant Church, meets Thursdays from 7:15

to 8:30 p.m. at the church. For more information, call Scoutmaster Joe Greco at (860) 828-8579 or email joe@betterbooksltd.com.

Singles bowling – Singles bowling is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 5 at 7 p.m. at Bowl-O-Rama, 2143 Berlin Tnpk. This is an opportunity to have fun and meet people. For more information and cost, call Gail at (860) 582-8229. The event is sponsored by Social Connections, LLC.

Friday

Boys Basketball – BHS vs. Bristol Central at Bristol Central, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball – BHS vs. Bristol Central at BHS, 7 p.m. Boys Swimming – BHS vs. Avon at BHSMaloney,Meriden, 3:45 p.m.

Sunday

SVEA Social Club – The SVEA Social Club has scheduled its Eskimo Breakfast for Sunday, Feb. 6 at 11 a.m. Menu includes pancakes, eggs, home fries, sausage and peppers, corned beef hash, homemade chicken soup, baked beans, bread, coffee and juice. The public is welcome. For more information and cost, call (860) 828-9447.

Saturday

Ice Hockey – NewingtonBerlin vs. Watertown-Pomperaug at Taft/Mays, 7:30 p.m. Wrestling – BHS vs. Newington at Newington, 10 a.m.

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Band Parents Association is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Feb. 8 at 6:30 p.m. in room 224 at the high school. All parents of band and color guard members are welcome. Pasta supper – The American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, hosts a pasta supper every Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. The public is welcome. For more information, call the post at (860) 828-9102 after 5 p.m. All Night Grad Party Decorating – The 2011 All Night Graduation Party Decorating committee meets every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Willard Elementary School. Help as often as you can. Drop-ins are welcome. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesday evenings at the Kensington firehouse. For more information, call Ed Alicea, scoutmaster, (860) 828-8693.

Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 44, chartered by the Berlin Lions, meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Bethany Covenant Church. For more information, call Troop Committee Chair at (860) 829-1832. Kensington-Berlin Rotary – The KensingtonBerlin Sunrise Rotary Club meets every Tuesday from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at the Community Center. Members of the club are dedicated to doing good works in the community. Guests are invited to attend any meeting. For more information, call Elaine Pavasaris at (860) 4639193. Boys Basketball – BHS vs. Bristol Eastern at Bristol Eastern, 7 p.m. Boys Swimming – BHS vs. Plainville at Plainville, 3:45 p.m.

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For more information and cost, call (860) 828-5287. Boys Basketball – BHS vs.

Platt at Platt-Meriden, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball – BHS vs. Platt at BHS, 7 p.m.

School

Martin, Samantha Shirley of Berlin. Tunxis Community College — Michael Allocca, Carol Brazoski, Amanda Crowley, Tess Dornfried, Natalie Earley, Meghan Faust, Milagros Gebeloff, Joyce Grant, Bree Haroutunian, Cynthia Hoag, Urszula Jackowski, Shelby Johnson, Joshua Kosakowski, Alicia Lewis, Monika Liberda, Karah McNamara, Rafael Moochi, Anesa Mrvoljak, Dung Nguyen, Maria Portal, Lisa Roberge, Nichole Sandreli, Daniel Silguero, Richard Soderburg, Thomas Sparks, Holly Zmijewski of Berlin; Craig Romegialli of East Berlin; Carol Baran, Tiana Caruso, Christine Cugno, Margaret Ficks, Edyta Wolanin of Kensington. University of Hartford — Emily Cole, Keith Casseri-

Hubbard PTO – Hubbard Elementary School PTO is scheduled to meet Thursday, Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the school. All parents and guardians of Hubbard students are welcome.

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Valentines Social – A Valentines Social, in memory of Peter Glowacki and Sharon Wnuk, is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 11 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 154 Porters Pass. Hosted by the American Legion Post 68 Women’s Auxiliary, the evening features a live DJ, door prizes and hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. All proceeds benefit Friends of Berlin Animals Control.

Eastern Connecticut State University — Danielle Berube, Kimberly Germain, Dean Rosado of Kensington; Alexander Swenton, Ellen Swol of Berlin. Providence College, Rhode Island — Roseann Colangelo, Scott Waskiewicz, Arielle Wezdenko of Kensington; Meghan Conway, Thomas Quinn, Toni Rauseo of Berlin. Roger Williams University, Rhode Island — Lauren Vernlund of Berlin. Saint Anselm College, New Hampshire — Christopher Harrington of Berlin. Southern Methodist University, Texas — Sean Roche of Berlin. Springfield College, Massachusetts — Danielle Bourgoin, Courtney Caswell, Joseph Colossale, Allyson

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Town of Berlin - Assessor's Office Board of Assessment Appeal Petition Process The Assessor's Office would like to remind Property Owners and Tax Payers that they must file a written application with the Board of Assessment Appeals by February 18, 2011 if you are appealing your Assessment. Application forms are available at the Assessor's Office and by State Statute must be completed and received by the Assessor's Office no later than February 18, 2011

Brownie Troops 66701 and 66286 recently hosted a Princess Party to acquire food donations for the Berlin Food Pantry. With the help of the Kensington Fire Department, the scouts collected 56 bags of canned donations to help the community.

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Continued from page 22 In recent years, BHS sports teams have gotten behind other causes, including various forms of cancer. “It shows we’re more active now than we used to be,” Scheyd said of high school athletes. Carlson agrees. “When people think of athletes they think they’re just all focused on sports,” she said. “This shows that kids in town, besides just playing sports, they’re also looking out to what’s in the real world, and taking a step to help others.”

The Berlin Police Department reported the following arrests. Jan. 8 David Paskewich, 57, 857 Farmington Ave., violation of protective order/non threat/non family. Jan. 11 Eric O’Neill, 20, 1079 High Rd., possession of marijuana less than 4 oz. Jan. 12 Matthew Dygus, 19, 29 Partridge Lane, second-degree breach of peace, carry and sale of dangerous weapon. Jan. 13 Isabel Felipe, 27, 100 Clinic

Dr., violation of protective order/threatening/trespass. Charles Bacon Jr., 45, 216 Carriage Crossing, Middletown, second-degree threatening, second-degree breach of peace, first-degree robbery, sixth-degree larceny all others. Jan. 14 Anthony J. Corral, 48, 20 Gloucester Ct., Newington, refusal to submit to chemical test, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol.

For breaking news go to our website: www.berlincitizen.com

If you have any questions regarding this appeal process, please contact the Assessor's Office at 860-828-7039 have any questions.

LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF BERLIN INVITATION TO BID Bid # 2011-18 KENSINGTON FIRE-RESCUE TACTICAL RESPONSE VEHICLE The Town of Berlin is currently accepting sealed bids (one original and two copies) for a Fire-Rescue Tactical Response Vehicle per bid specifications. Apparatus proposed by the bidder shall meet the applicable requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) as stated in current edition at time of contract execution. Sealed bids will be accepted at the Town Manager's Office, Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road, Berlin, CT until, but no later than 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 17, 2011, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bid specifications are available in the Town Manager's Office, Berlin Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road, Berlin, CT 06037 or on the Town's website at http://www.town.berlin.ct.us/content/201/1270/default.aspx. The Town of Berlin's Town Council has the right to reject any and all proposals.

School Continued from page 27 no, Paulina Nastyn of Berlin; Courtney Sak, Alexander Gavelek, Christopher Carlone, Sarah Wilkinson, Carson Collier of Kensington. University of New Hampshire — Denise Jurczyszak, Jessica Matulis of Berlin. University of Notre Dame, Indiana — Brian Quinn of Berlin. University of Rhode Is-

land — Emily Hayes of Berlin. University of Vermont — Darby Brazoski of Berlin; Geoffrey Pac of Kensington.

Scholastic achievements Julie Relyea of Kensington will participate in the Saint Michael’s College Liturgical Choir Massachusetts tour. Cody Rutkowski of Berlin has been named to the Champlain College’s

Trustees Scholar List and the Champion College President’s List for academic achievement. Timothy Beaupre of Kensington, a student at St. Lawrence University, New York, will study in New Zealand for the spring 2011 semester as part of the St. Lawrence University International Study program. John Stepensky III of Kensington has been named to the honor roll at Kingswood Oxford School, West Hartford.

The Town of Berlin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Dated at Berlin, CT this 3rd day of February, 2011. Denise McNair Town Manager

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The Berlin Assessor's Office would like to remind homeowners who are NOT ALREADY ON THE HOMEOWNERS PROGRAM in the Town of Berlin that the office is taking applications for the program.

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MER 1BR, 1st fl, 4 lrg rms, heat, HW, elec incd. W. Side, refrig, stove, washer, dryer incld. $230/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 - 3BR 1st floor, LR, kitchen, washer/dryer hookup, off street parking. No dogs. Prescott St. $950. 203-9967379 Jack Regan Realty MERIDEN - South Colony St. 2 bedroom, recently renovated, hardwood floors, no pets or smoking, $650/mo plus security. 3 bedroom, $775/mo plus security. 203-592-8331

DURHAM 1 & 2BR Houses for rent. No pets. $850-$900. Security + utilities. Call for details (860) 349-9114

MERIDEN -2BR, 1st FL. Re-finished. Nice yd. Grove St. $800 + util. W/D incl. Sec 8 approved. 203-265-4664

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MERIDEN-1BR, 3Rms, 1st flr, recently remodeled, W/D hkups. Porch. $700+sec. No pets. Call 203-235-5353 MERIDEN-FRESHLY PAINTED 1 BR. Quiet house. Hot water included. Off street parking. 60 Pleasant Street, 2nd Floor. $700. 203-668-6066. SOUTHINGTON 2nd flr, 2 family home, newly remodeled, movein cond. 2BRs, C/A, appls, w/d hkup. Non- smoking. No pets. Off road parking for 2. Quiet dead-end rd. Walking distance to Rails to Trails. $950/mo. No utils. 29 Speechley Ave. Avail 3/1. (860) 621-2661

APARTMENTS FOR RENT PLANTSVILLE Mansion -1BR Apartment. New appls. Pergo floors. Porch. Inexpensive utils. Big yard. $750. Reduced winter rent. Small pet Ok. 203-910-4349 SOUTHINGTON Downtown 1BR, 136 Center St, Heat/garbage/ HW incld. No pets. $700/month. Call Mike 860-919-1908

APARTMENTS FOR RENT WALLINGFORD - Beautiful location! North Main St. Remodeled 5 rooms, hdwd flrs, new appls, w/ attic space. 2nd flr. Smoke free. $1200. Sec. & refs. 203-269-7671 WALLINGFORD 1st flr, 1BR $750+sec. 162 S Colony St. No utils. No pets. Good credit. Call 203-553-5555

APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN: 2BR APT, 1st flr, hdwd flrs, eat-in kitchen. 270 Elm St. $775 203-996-9810 WALLINGFORD-East Side quiet 2BR, near I-91. Ample closets. Off st. parking. Washer/Dryer in unit. No pets. $900/mo. + utils. Call 203-269-6297

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WALLINGFORD - 2BR $900 monthly plus 1st month security. Utilities not included. No pets. Call (203) 284-8071

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

YALESVILLE Small 2 BR WD hookup. All appliances. 1st FL. Off street parking. $835 plus security. 860-827-8208

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24 hr Service. As low as $55/hr. Loader & dump truck service. Lic & Ins. Nick 203-238-1708 ROOF SHOVELING - Get the ice and snow off your roof before it gets into your home! Call Jeff 860-828-9902 or 860-614-1082

SERVICES OFFERED Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

SIDING CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT Siding Roofing Windows Remodeling Decks Gutters Addtions Credit Cards Accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #577455

203-294-9889 www.ICEFIGHTERS.org Loader Available SNOW REMOVED OFF SITE Commercial Specialists. Nicholas J Murano LLC, Member: Snow and Ice Management Assn 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

Thursday, February 3, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen Looking for the perfect new home for your Mother, Father, Aunt, Friend or Yourself?…….

You Found It! S a g e Po n d P l a c e

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE 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.

MEDICAL CAREERS Short Term Rehab RN, 40 hrs, 3 pm-11pm, No Weekends Per Diem RN's (Short Term Rehab Experience)

MYRTLE BEACH, SC

Brand New Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartments in Berlin For Active Adults 55 and better

Only $950 Heat, Hot and Cold Water Included Central air! Intercom system! Fully applianced kitchens On-site laundry! with frost free refrigerator, Library with computer range with self cleaning oven, workstation! dishwasher, garbage disposal! Ample on-site parking! Community room with fireplace Picnic area with grill! and full service kitchen! 24-hr. maintenance! Secure three-story building with elevators!

Call Now!

(860) 828-3958 also accepting applications for Affordable Units Income Restriction Apply Merit Properties, Inc. Financed by CHFA ROOMS FOR RENT

HOUSES FOR SALE

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 Beautiful, safe furnished rm. Shared kitchen & bath, utils incl. $130/wk + sec. Off-st-park. Susan 203-500-0608 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 MERIDEN-Large safe furnished room. All utils plus cable. 1st flr. $125/wk. Share kitchen & bath. 203-238-3369 leave message.

WALLINGFORD Convenient in town Col w/updated, improved mechanicals, walk-up attic for future expansion, 3BRs, LR, DR and lg eat-in kit, fenced yard w/work shed & more. $189,900. Kathy 203-265-5618

HELP WANTED 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 ASSEMBLER - Of P.C Boards, Soldering & mechanical experience required. Call Power Controls (203) 284-0235

P/T

HELP WANTED We need an outgoing, self motivated P/T sales rep to call on local companies to help them build their business through advertising with our many media options. This is an entry level position, 30 hour work week.

Must have a telemarketer’s mentality with great customer service and the confidence/expertise to close a sale. Sales experience required

Please email resume to: hcianciullo@ record-journal.com or mail to Record-Journal Heather Cianciullo Business Development Sales Manager 11 Crown Street Meriden, CT 06450

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

STORES & OFFICES FOR RENT MERIDEN-Excellent location on 31 Broad St. 576 sq. ft. Heat, HW, A/C. Ample parking in rear. Call 203-237-8000 or 860989-4209

MERIDEN Cape set on rear lot. Move right in. 1875 sq. ft. Beautifully landscaped, 2full baths, 2 car gar, in ground pool. $299,999 Al Criscuolo 203-235-3300

MERIDEN. West Side 900 sq. ft. store front with full basement in strip mall. $850/mo. Call 203-238-1770 PLANTSVILLE-Clocktower Square 1715SF of Class A office space. Featuring reception area, 6 office suites, kitchenette & private bath. Priced at $1,900/mo +utils. Call Mark or Eileen at 860-276-8068 or 860302-5173

Always a sale in Marketplace

Marketplace Ads (203) 238-1953

(30 hour position)

We provide an hourly wage with a great commission program.

WANTED TO RENT

360 Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450 Fax 203.630.3714 or email: hfparisi@emmci.org EOE

It's all here!

SALES REP

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

Personnel Manager Miller Memorial Community, Inc.

RN 40 hours, 3-11. Charge nurse position. Competitive rate & benefits. Apply in person or fax resume to: MERIDIAN MANOR 1132 Meriden Rd Waterbury, CT 06705 Fax: 203-757-0634 Attn: Ms. Smith

No phone calls please

A Marketplace ad is an easy way to sell your merchandise, and it’s easy on your wallet, too.

CHILD CARE center seeking energetic staff committed to working as part of a team to care for and educate toddler children on a full time basis. If interested, please contact Pam or Betsy by phone at 203-235-4859 or email pam@carriagehousedaycare.com CUSTOMER SERVICE/ DISPATCHER Home delivery company. Full Time. Great pay. Call (203) 741-1121 Ask for Gary FULL TIME working for a company that screens T-shirts. No exp needed. Must be able to stand all today & have good work ethics. Call 203-699-9805

CNA/Home Health Aide Needed in Meriden, Wallingford, Middletown, New Britain, Bristol, Southington & surrounding towns. Criminal Background checked by agency. Car transportation desirable. Excellent pay rates for experienced staff. Spanish speaking a plus. E.O.E

WILLCARE 370 Silas Deane Highway Wethersfield CT

860-561-0599 HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Police Officer The Wallingford Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for Police Officer. $1,0555.60 weekly plus an excellent fringe benefit package. The initial exam phases consist of physical performance, written and oral exams. Other requirements for Police Officer can be obtained with the application materials at the following locations: Personnel Department, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492; Wallingford Police Department, 135 North Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492; South Central Criminal Justice Administration, 675 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Completed applica t i o n s a l o n g w i t h a $ 4 0. 0 0 application fee must be returned to the South Central Criminal Justice Administration by Thursday, February 24, 2011 at 4:30 P.M.

The Town of Wallingford is an Equal Opportunity Employer

GYMNASTICS INSTRUCTOR needed. Must be exp’d, motivated, have high energy & love working with kids. 15-20 hrs/wk. Possible wknds. Must be available weekdays at 3:45. Call 860621-5001 to set up an interview. HABASIT AMERICA (Middletown) seeks full time maintenance supervisor. Please fax resumes to 860-371-3000 or apply at: www.habasitamerica.com HAIRDRESSER-Be Your Own Boss! Rent Your Own Chair. 860751-4871-cell or 860-829-8200 PT/FT Need a friendly highly motivated individual to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to work days, nights and weekends. Apply at: Consignment Originals 959 S Main Street Cheshire CT 06410 or 2139 Silas Deane Hwy., Rocky Hill No phone calls please. Positive attitude a MUST!

PERSON to care for handicap young adult & some housework M-Fri. 8am-noon. $9/hr. Apply P.O. Box 6145, Wlfd, CT 06492 RETAIL/Resale Full Time Position. Busy Consignment Store in Cheshire is in search of a highly motivated, dynamic Supervisor. Strong leadership, Solid retail management experience, computer skills, positive work ethic, excellent customer service skills, and open availability a must. Apply in person with resume to Sue or Robin. Consignment Originals 959 S Main Street Cheshire CT 06410 No phone calls please. WAITRESS m/f for busy breakfast & lunch restaurant. Call Paul’s Restaurant 203-213-5025 WANTED: CABLE TECHNICIANS NEW YEAR, NEW JOB! NY and CT - Experienced Techs triple play qualified/own truck - earn up to $3000K in Bonuses! Call to see if you qualify for our training program! Omni Engineering 203-647-6510

Berlin Parks and Recreation Department Playground Director $13.50 per hour** Call (860) 828-7009 for more information **Applicant must meet the required qualifications.

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Nestled off the road in a quiet, wooded setting!

1st floor, ground level, ranch, 2BR, 2 bath, furnished! On Island Green Golf Course. Pool, large fitness room. Only $88,000. Call 203-271-3172

Miller Memorial Community, Meriden's choice for excellence in senior residential Healthcare services, is seeking compassionate, energetic candidates, interested to join our professional team in the above positions in our busy, short term rehab, Medicare Unit. MMCI offers very competitive wages and benefits, including pension plan and non-contributory health and dental for employee, life, and disability insurances. Drug testing and criminal background check required. Applicants must be Connecticut licensed. If you are willing to go the extra mile for your patients and are truly interested in person-centered care, please apply to::

CNAS/HHAS needed to work for Franciscan Home Care and Hospice Care, Meriden. Transportation and phone essential. Call 203-238-1441.

COLLEGE STUDENTS SUMMER POSITION

Deadline Friday, February 11, 2011, 1:00 p.m.

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 3, 2011

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Hot Specials From Our Meat Team! Baby Back Pork Ribs - Full Racks...............................$2.99 lb. Save $2.00 Tyson Frozen Chicken Wings, Strips or Bites, 25-28 oz. Bags ..... $6.99

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Freshly Prepared Small Veggie Trays with Dip ............................................................. $12.99 Serves 8-12 Freshly Prepared Small Cut Fruit Platters with Dip .................................................... $14.99 Serves 8-12

Score a Touchdown with Our Dairy & Frozen Food Team! Helluva Good Dips, 12 oz., Asst. Vars..............................................................................3/$5.00 Farm Rich Frozen Mozzarella Sticks, 10 oz...................................................................... 2/$5.00

Great Big Game Favorites From Our Grocery Team! 2 Liter Pepsi Products.......................................................................................... 99¢ + tax & dep. All Natural Gourmet Popcorn Indiana Asst. Vars., 7.5-10 oz. Bags......................................$2.99

The Freshest Items From Our Deli & Bakery Teams! Fresh Baked Mini Kaiser Rolls, 12 pk...............................................................................................................$2.88 Assorted Flavored Chicken Wings, Asst. Vars., Heat & Eat................$4.99 lb. or 3 lb. Pkg. $13.99

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visit us at www.rogersmarketplace.com • Kensington, CT • 45 Chamberlain Highway • ph.860.828.4157 fx.860.828.8377 store hours: Monday through Saturday 7 am - 9 pm • double manufacturer’s coupons - see store for details, postage stamps, mastercard, visa, discover, american express, yankee 24, nyce NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES, ILLUSTRATIONS ARE FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REPRESENT ITEMS ON SALE. NOT ALL ITEMS AVAILABLE AT ALL STORES.