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Thursday, April 4, 2019

Underpayments, buyouts leave pension system 13% funded By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

The town’s pension fund was nearly empty at the close of the last fiscal year due to years of inadequate funding leaving the fund with barely enough to cover payouts as employees retire. A $1.6 million payment in the current budget shored up a system that was left with $68,000 at the end of last fiscal year, which closed in June 2018, however, the fund remains only 13 percent funded. Mayor Mark Kaczynski and Board of Finance Chairperson Sam Lomaglio said they are working on a deal to cut roughly $400,000 from the pension contribution in the proposed budget, shifting those funds to the general fund budget to offset the need for a tax increase. The $1.2 million pension contribution would be less than the actuaries’ recommendation, but Kaczynski believes $1 million should cover anticipated buyouts next year. The remaining $200,000 would go towards annuity payments.

“It’s a way we can reduce the mill rate and not really hurt anything,” Kaczynski said. “It’s not an ideal situation, but we still have money set aside for the pension fund.” The council was expected to vote on the Board of Finance’s budget proposal by Wednesday night. The payment would come from the budget reserve fund, essentially the rainy day fund, allowing the town to cover buyouts anticipated for this year without having to raise taxes or push services out of the budget. The majority of the annuity payment makes up for years of underfunding. Berlin only began contributing the recommended amount in 2018, and often paid between nothing and $700,000 in prior years, Finance Director Kevin Delaney said. He also said the town would only need to pay $100,000 next year if it had been making the recommended payments annually. "This has been built up over many years, and so, part of it is also, for lack of a better

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word, fairness. Taxpayers today, it could be residents or businesses, taxpayers today are being asked to pay on a liability that's been built up over many, many years," Delaney said. "It's probably not fair to burden today's taxpayer with all of that cost if we can avoid it.” Delaney said if the employees remaining on the plan all took buyouts this year the town would face a $7 million payout, however, he only anticipates two to three of the 13 eligible members to retire in 2019. For around five years, every member of the plan who has retired has taken a lump sum payout rather than ongoing annuity payments, which has drained an already starved fund. Berlin Police Sgt. Mark Soneson, who is the vice president of the local police union, said employees prefer the buyout over an annuity largely because it allows for more flexible estate planning and can accommodate for inflation if a portion of the money is invested. Of the 13 remaining members See Pension, A16

Ten-year-old Troy Daddabbo-Barger, of Plainville, stops to look at the cars on display Saturday during the Arrive and Drive event at the Silver City Quarter Midget Track in Meriden. Kids were given a chance to see what it's like to drive a variety of cars. Justin Weekes, special to the Record-Journal

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Joanna Cavallaro, track publicity director, said the event is a good place to MERIDEN — Children start children that have from area towns took turns never raced, but are interdriving laps at the Silver ested in learning. RidCity Quarter Midget Track ers took turns on the track Saturday during the 61st an- solo because they haven’t nual Arrive and Drive event. gone through the training to be on the track with Riders started at the pole barn, where they put racing other cars. gear on, and then were strapped into their cars in the hot shoot. Children from four and a half to 16 years old had the opportunity to drive 10 laps in quarter midget cars on their own.

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School Notes Dean’s list Endicott College, Massachusetts – Julianna King, Grace Reimer, Joshua Carlone of Berlin.

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vation, environmental control, horticulture, landscape design, land management or plant science. Education should be at an accredited two- or four-year institution or program. Deadline is Monday, April 15. For more information, contact the BHS Guidance Department at 860-828-6577.

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Rho Kappa chapter implemented at high school By Jack Carroll

A group of Berlin High School students fitted in freshly-ironed, button-down shirts, polished shoes and patterned skirts eagerly sat in the school’s Library Media Center on Wednesday, March 25 to hear their names called and become official members of BHS’s first chapter of Rho Kappa. Created by the National Council for Social Stud-

ies, Rho Kappa is the only national council for juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in social studies.

of our school,” said Brendan Rush, one of the program’s advisors, along with Dave Bosso.

Founded in 1921, the National Council for Social Studies has members throughout the United States and in 35 countries.

Becoming a certified member of Rho Kappa is no simple task, however. Berlin High’s 24 inaugural members needed to maintain a GPA of 3.5 on the 4.0 scale for all social studies courses, a 3.0 overall GPA, and have completed four semesters in the field of social studies and be on track to complete

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For Cooper, the school year was divided by seasons, not semesters. And, as the fall season came to a close, she traded in a volleyball for a basketball. As a four-year letter-winner in basketball, Cooper recognized the importance of foundational skills and perseverance. She won the Free Throw Award twice, in 1991 and 1992. She was also an All-Northwest Conference selection in 1992 along with being an All-Tournament

Team selection during the Southington Christmas tournament in 1992. During that season, Cooper motivated her team as the captain and participated in the Senior All-Star game. As spring rolled around, Cooper could be found behind the plate at Sage Park where she handled catching duties and was a three-time All-Northwest Conference selection. As a member of the 1990 Class M state championship softball team and the 1991 state runner-up team, Berlin Hall of Fame Coach Ken Parciak referred to her as a clutch hitter, who was a natural athlete and a force behind the plate. See Cooper, A14

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Clothing collection April 13 The BHS All Night Graduation Committee is holding a clothing drive on Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., outside the Gibney Gymnasium entrance at Berlin High School. All clothing will be accepted along with accessories and household items. This includes bags, hats, scarves, sheets, quilts and curtains. Bicycles, scooters and toys also will be collected. All proceeds will benefit the Class of 2019 BHS All Night Graduation Party. For more information, contact Lucy Halkias at 860-4712383.

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Sunday worship, 10 a.m. Child care and Sunday school are available during worship services. Bible Study, Wednesdays, 11 a.m.

The event features Ukrainian Easter breads, Ukrainian Easter eggs, egg decorating supplies, embroidery, tag sale, baked goods, Ukrainian gifts and cards and ethnic foods. Admission is free. For more information, call 860229-3383.

Berlin Congregational Sunday worship, 10 a.m., with communion on the first Sunday of the month. Nursery care is available. Call 869-8286586. Tot Time – Thursdays, 10 a.m. Birth to age 5. For more information, call 860-8286586.

Bethany Covenant 785 Mill St. Sunday Worship, 9:30 a.m., followed by Life Together classes for all at 11 a.m. Call 860-828-3637 or visit bethanycovenant.org.

Thursday, April 18, 6:30 p.m. – Meal in the Upper Room. Easter Sunday, April 21, 6 a.m. Sunrise Service at Hall’s Farm, 282 Southington Road and 10 a.m. service at the church.

St. Paul Church 485 Alling St. Mass schedule – Saturdays, 4 p.m.; Sundays, 7:30, 9, 10:30 a.m. and noon. Call 860-828-0331.

Sacred Heart Church Mass is scheduled for Sundays, 9:30 a.m., 48 Cottage St. Call 860-828-0331.

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Thursday Funeral services were held Monday, April 1, 2019, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 AM at St. Paul’s Church, 485 Alling St., Berlin. Burial followed in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Visitation was held Monday from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the Farrell Funeral Home, 110 Franklin Sq., New Britain. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul’s Church. To send a condolence to the family please visit, www. FarrellFuneralHome.com

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Friday "The Complete History of Comedy (abridged)": April 5, 8 p.m. $35. Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin. 860-728-1248. ctcabaretct@ msn.com. Movie Matinee: Green Book: April 5, 1 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin. Puppies Pizza and a Pint with Bobby B!: April 5, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Alvarium Beer Co., 365 John Downey Drive, New Britain.

Saturday Blood drive in honor of Daniela and Matteo Ciriello: April 6, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Grace United Methodist Church, 121 Pleasant St., Southington. 1-800-7332767. redcrossblood.org.

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"The Complete History of Comedy (abridged)": April 6, 8 p.m. $35. Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin. 860-728-1248. ctcabaretct@ msn.com.

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The Timberlin Women’s Golf Club is looking for women to join the 18-hole golf group. The group meets April 20 through Oct. 12 and schedules weekly tournaments Tuesdays and Thursdays as well as 10 major tournaments throughout the season. Contact Anna Savic at 860-874-5407 or annasavic@comcast.net.

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The Berlin Hall of Fame induction ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, April 28, 3:30 p.m., at the Aqua Turf, 556 Mulberry St., Plantsville. For ticket information, contact Diane Egazarian at 860828-0635 or degazarian@ sbcglobal.net. Visit bhshallof.org.

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Soap Making Workshop: April 6, 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. $75. Bradley Mountain Farm, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington. 860-385-4628. info@bradleymountainfarm.com.

Midget Club. Novice school starts April 6. “It gives you a taste of where quarter midgets could lead you into the future,” Cavallaro said.

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Ed Lacombe waves the green flag to start a session Saturday during an Arrive and Drive event at the Silver City Quarter Midget Track in Meriden. Justin Weekes, special to the Record-Journal

Kerry Daddaddo-Bargar, of Plainville, said her son Trey, 10, was racing at the track for the first time. He wanted to try because his grandfather, Tony Daddaddo, was a race car driver. Berlin resident Melissa Dresko said the event was also the first time her son Anthony, 9, participated in racing. Anthony is a “NASCAR fanatic” and was excited to drive. Dresko surprised him by bringing him to the event.

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of the pension plan eligible for a buyout, 11 are in the police department.

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Soneson also noted that the annuity does not account for inflation. He pointed to one officer who retired in 1979 and received around $6,000 a year, which would be worth $35,602.25 today, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, until his death in 2013.

Dresko decided to bring her son after NASCAR driver Joey Logano, a former Silver City racer, mentioned the club on TV during the Daytona 500. “We didn’t know this place existed until we [saw on television],” Dresko said. “When Joey Logano and Ryan Preece were in the Daytona 500, they were talking about this place so we looked it up.”

There’s no concern that the town won’t honor its obligations, Soneson said, however, years of not setting aside money have placed today’s taxpayers in an unfair bind. “They kicked the can down the road,” he said. “What would bother me is … people who live here now are paying for a tax break essentially that people 20 years ago got.” dleithyessian@ record-journal.com 203-317-2317 Twitter: @leith_yessian

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Cat adoption, April 7, 1 - 3 p.m., PetSmart, 278 New Britain Ave., Plainville. Hearts United Cat Rescue. hucatrescue.org. 860-479-5173. The Cromwell Record Riot: April 7, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Red Lion Hotel, 100 Berlin Road, Cromwell. Joy in the Beginning: April 7, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. $7 - $15. The Church of St. Dominic, 1050 Flanders Road, Southington. 860-628-5159. reled@saintdominicchurch.com. The Yale Whiffenpoofs: April 7, 4 p.m. 90 Main St., New Britain.

Monday DIY Squishies!: April 8, 2 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road. Foster & Adoptive Parent Information Sessions: April 8, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Free. Klingberg Family Centers, 370 Linwood St., New Britain. 860-832-5536. nicolin.carr@klingberg.com. Line Dance Classes: April 8, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Casa Mia at the Hawthorne, 2421 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin. Preserving Your Home Movies: April 8, 1:30 p.m. BerlinPeck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road. 860-8287126. library@berlinpeck.org.

Tuesday The Auxiliary of Berlin VFW Post 10732: April 9, 6 p.m. VFW Post 10732, 152 Massario Drive, Berlin. Danny Magic: April 9, 2 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road. 860-828-7127. Southington High School Wall of Honor induction ceremony: April 9, 6 p.m. Free. Southington High School, 720 Pleasant St., Southington. chopin7777@aol.com.

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Tea: April 6, $12. Berlin Free Library, 834 Worthington Ridge, Berlin. 860-828-3344.

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Family Movie: “Kim Possible”: April 10, 2 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road. Kensington Berlin Rotary: April 10, 5:30 p.m. Pine Loft Restaurant, 1474 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin. elaine@homesweethomect.com. Six Degrees Business Networking - Gathering: April 10, 7 a.m. Lodge at Cold Spring, Rocky Hill. Teen Tech Experts: April 10, 3:30 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road.

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The Berlin Police Department plans to be out, in full force, April 11 through 15, looking for distracted drivers, as part of the U Drive. U Text. U Pay. campaign.

Panther is less than a year old. He is a little bit shy, but not aggressive. A patient, loving person willing to give him some TLC would be his dream come true. Visit Panther at PetSmart, 267 Berlin Turnpike. Find an online adoption form at fobac.org. For more information, call Friends of Berlin Animal Control at 860-828-5287.

Criminals might use email credentials from a successful phishing attack — which compromises an email account — to send fraudulent emails to a person’s contacts. The IRS urged the public to report possible phishing attempts or scams to phishing@irs.com

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“Filing your taxes as early as possible remains one of the best preventative measures against fraud,” he said.

Distracted driving is a real problem. During the enforcement period, officers will be ticketing anyone who is texting or on their phone while behind the wheel. Drivers who text and drive, will pay.

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Jackson, meanwhile, urged Connecticut taxpayers to file their return as quickly as possible. Scammers could use stolen personal information to file a return first and claim any refunds.

The Berlin Police Department, NHTSA and the Connecticut Department of Transportation urge drivers to put the phone down when behind the wheel. If you need to text, pull over and park the vehicle in a safe place.

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Taxpayers can get free preparation assistance for federal returns through the IRS’ e-filing webpage. Those making $55,000 or less, or those with limited Englishspeaking abilities, could also qualify for help from an IRScertified volunteer.

Drivers are continuously ignoring their responsibilities behind the wheel, and distracted driving is a growing and deadly threat on the roadways. The BPD is teaming up with the Connecticut Department of Transportation during the National Highway Traffic Safety

can be fined $150 for the first offense, $300 for a second offense and $500 for subsequent offenses.

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