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Thursday, June 27, 2019

Town’s credit rating McGee marks 50th anniversary upgraded to AAA By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

Artifacts like a vinyl record dating to 1979 with some of the Spartan Band’s greatest hits and dozens of yearbooks were on display at the 50th anniversary of Catherine M. McGee Middle School on Tuesday, June 11.

By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

The town’s credit rating has been upgraded by Standard & Poor’s to its highest assessment, AAA, which the company says reflects the town’s ability and capacity to weather difficult financial times. “The rating change reflects several years of positive operating performance, leading to sustained high reserve levels, despite an unpredictable operating environment,” the Global Ratings branch of the company wrote in its review of the town’s finances. “We believe this demonstrates the entrenched strong financial management policies and practices, which we believe will continue to result in positive financial results.” The review rated the $6.5 million in bonds the town is selling this year at AAA with a stable outlook and its $931,000 short term notes at SP-1+, its highest rating for that category. In addition, it upgraded the town’s outstanding general obligation bonds to AAA from AA+. Berlin’s Finance Director

Finance Director Kevin Delaney. | Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen

Kevin Delaney said the change will save the town around $20,000 per-year in interest costs by bringing the interest rate on bonding down to 1.52 percent, the lowest point in five years. “What they’re saying to someone who might purchase our bonds … our town has a very high probability of honoring our obligations,” Delaney said. “It’s a statement to the overall manageSee Credit, A12

"For me, there is definitely a lot of pride connected to my 11 years as McGee principal,” said Guy Parillo, who began his time as the school’s leader in 1987. “I have pride in the thousands of terrific kids who have purpose and passion, who attended and excelled in the classroom, in athletics and in extracurricular activities. I'm very proud of the hundreds of talented and exceptional teachers, who on a daily basis made a difference in the lives of students.” Held in the school’s auditorium, the ceremony was kicked off by the McGee Sound Express performing the gospel song “How Can I Keep From Singing,” which a member of the chorus said reflects the school’s perseverance through 50 years. Superintendent Brian Be-

McGee Middle School celebrated its 50th anniversary on June 11 with a display of artifacts from its history. One of McGee’s original students showed off a wood lamp he made in industrial arts class. | Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen

nigni said sitting in the front row of the auditorium listening to the performance brought him back to one of his earliest functions as McGee’s principal in 2006, when the school was visited by the Jonas Brothers. "They performed on this stage that I'm standing on, and they were putting together their production video. So the brothers asked all the students to charge the stage – I think I was the principal for See McGee, A15

A record of songs from the McGee band played in the cafeteria during the reception. | Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen

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Report says 634K rode Hartford line in 1st year MERIDEN — In its first year of service, an estimated 634,000 passengers rode the Hartford Line from New Haven to Springfield, according to a report released by the state Department of Transportation. The tally is about 51,000 more than originally projected for the first year. The $764 million Hartford Line is the first rail line to open for service in the state since 1990. New stations were built in Wallingford, Meriden and Berlin and 16 cars were leased from Massachusetts, allowing 17 daily trips to Hartford, and 12 to Springfield.

near the station, added 200 units. Berlin is also moving ahead on several redevelopment opportunities near the station.

Nearly one-half of riders use the Hartford Line for social/ recreational use. Business related riders accounted for nearly four out of 10 trips, 25.4 percent commute to Hartford Line has two serand from work and 14.3 pervice providers, TASI/ACI and cent for “business,” the reAmtrak. Fiscal year 2019 saw port said. $43.9 million in expenses, with revenues of $7.2 mil“From the moment I first lion, and $36.7 million in wrote about the Hartford state and federal subsidies, Line I could tell it was going according to the report. to be a success,” said Commuter Action Group PresiThe busiest Hartford Line dent James Cameron in an train stations were New e-mail. Haven Union, Hartford and Springfield. Passengers are The economic impact has primarily buying one-way been obvious, he said. tickets, 70.7 percent, with 13.9 percent buying a U-Pass “Plus the time savings for people who take the train CT ticket, and 13.7 percent but were previously stuck on buying a monthly pass, ac91,” he added. cording to the report. Customer satisfaction was

“We need to dramatically improve our transportation system to compete in a 21st century economy,” Gov. Ned Lamont said in prepared remarks. “The Hartford LIne is one component of creating a fast, efficient transportation system that works. It’s only been one year and ridership has been higher than expected...” The line has spurred $430 million in new development along the rail corridor in recent years, according to the study. In Meriden, the city’s transit-oriented district is transforming the half-mile area around the new train station with a 14-acre park and $150 million public and private investment in 295 apartments and 31,000 feet of commercial space. Wallingford’s transit-oriented district plan calls for shifting industrial developments to the north, freeing up space for mixed-use and retail development downtown. The Parker Place apartment complex, located

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his wife Maureen to the Greater New Britain community,” said Bizzarro. “We Gennaro Bizzarro, chairman are confident that Bill’s extensive experience guiding of the Board of Directors of various chamber organizathe Greater New Britain Chamber of Commerce, an- tions throughout his career will allow him to hit the nounced the hiring of William D. Moore as the new ground running as the new President of the Greater New President of the Chamber. Moore comes to New Britain Britain Chamber of Comfrom Berlin, Vermont, where merce.” he has served as President Moore replaces Interim and CEO of the Central Ver- President Kyle Kummer mont Chamber of Comand officially begins his dumerce Board for the past ties on Monday, July 15. three and a half years. Bizzarro thanked Kummer “On behalf of the entire for guiding the Chamber Chamber Board and all of its through the search for a new many members, I am president. “I want to thank pleased to welcome Bill and Kyle for his exemplary ser-

vice to the Chamber since taking over as interim President a few months ago. Because of Kyle’s leadership and dedication, the Chamber finds itself well positioned as we move forward and make this transition.” The Greater New Britain Chamber of Commerce is a business membership organization with more than 400 members from the Greater New Britain business community.

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TOWN OF BERLIN

For over fifty (50) years, the Berlin Water Control Commission has provided the residents of Berlin, Connecticut with a safe, palatable supply of drinking water. This bulletin has been prepared to provide the approximately 2,660 residential, commercial and industrial customers of this supply with the confidence that the water they consume meets and, in most cases, exceeds all State and Federal requirements for drinking water. The Berlin Water Control Commission was established in 1966. During the period extending from January 1, 2018 to DECEMBER 31, 2018, it sold Three Hundred Fifty Six Million, Nine Hundred Forty Five Thousand, Fifty Nine (356,945,059) gallons of water to its residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The Berlin Water Control Commission produced 57.1% (203,777,311 gallons) of its water needs, and purchased 38.7% (138,139,748 gallons) from the New Britain Water Department and 4.2% (14,974,000 gallons) from the Cromwell Fire District. This report covers that portion of the supply originating from wells owned and operated by the Commission. Reports on those portions of the supply provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Fire District can be provided upon request. The Berlin Water Control Commission supply, excluding that provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Interconnection, comes from two (2) sources: Elton Well #1B and Elton Well #2A. A third (3rd) well, Swede Pond: Production Well #2, installed in 1973 (a well with a depth of 92 feet and a capacity of 550 gallons per minute) was replaced by Well #2A in 1996. Elton Well #1 was installed in 1973 and rehabilitated in 1994 and 1997; Well #1 was replaced in 1998 by a new Well #1A. Well #1A was replaced by Well 1B in 2017. Elton Well #2A (with a depth of 95 feet and a production of 350 gallons per minute, as stated above) was placed in service in 1996. Well #2A was rehabilitated in 2017. Elton Road Well #1B replaced Well #1A in 2017, Well #2A was re-surged to increase yield. Water from Elton Wells #1B and #2A are blended together prior to entering the distribution system. As required by the Connecticut State Department of Health, the Berlin Water Control Commission has to have two tradesmen classified as Treatment Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. The Water Control Commission has two tradesmen classified as Distribution Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. Monthly testing of the water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission has shown that the water has met or exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety.

The news of high lead levels in the water in Flint, Michigan illustrated the vital importance to public health of appropriate monitoring, sampling, and testing for lead and copper. Federal regulations require that homes be sampled every three years by having the homeowner collect a one-liter sample from the cold-water kitchen tap as a “first draw” (after the water has been standing motionless in household pipes for at least six hours). Samples were collected from the Berlin Water Control Commission in 2018. Table II of this report summarizes the results of lead and copper testing conducted in 2018. During this round of sampling, none of the twenty-four homes sampled were above the action levels set by the EPA. The EPA requires 90% of samples taken in a sampling period fall below the action levels, therefore, the Berlin Water Control Commission remains in compliance with the Lead and Copper Rule.

Please note the following information concerning lead and copper in public drinking water:

If we all take these steps as well as any others that you may think of, we will be able to assure ourselves and future generations of a safe, potable drinking water supply for many years to come. Continuous monitoring is also being carried out to provide further protection for our consumers.

Copper: Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short amount of time could experience gastrointestinal distress. Some individuals who may drink water containing elevated copper in excess of the action level over may years could suffer liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson’s disease should consult their personal health provider. During the lead and copper monitoring period conducted in 2018, there were no exceedances of the copper action level en any of the first draw samples collected by the homeowners. Lead: If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The Berlin Water Control Commission is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting in the residential plumbing for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to two minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://epa.gov/ safewater/lead. Another simple way to reduce the possible exposure to lead is to regularly clean your faucet screens to remove material that may become trapped in the screen. Some of that material may be lead particles from your home’s internal plumbing. Finally, do not use hot water from the tap to make infant formula or for cooking. Hot water may have higher mineral content than the cold water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission. Infants and young children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level over many years can develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. Infants and young children are typically more vulnerable to lead in drinking water than the general population. While the Berlin Water Control Commission uses no lead pipes in its distribution system, it is possible that lead levels may be elevated in your home, which is a result of materials used in your home’s plumbing.

Sodium: Persons with high blood pressure, hypertension, congestive heart disease or persons on a low salt diet should consult their physician before consuming a drinking water source with a high sodium level. Total Organic Carbon is a measure of the natural organic matter in potable water. It is used as a general measure of water quality and has no specific health concerns. Cyanide: Excessive levels of cyanide can cause nerve and thyroid damage. It may be found in the discharges of various manufacturing operations. Barium: Excessive levels of Barium could cause increases in blood pressure. Barium is found naturally in the environment and may also be found in the discharge of drilling wastes and metal finishing. Fluoride, in low levels, has been shown to help prevent tooth decay. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has a recommended optimal level of 0.7 mg/L while the EPA’s recommended upper limit for fluoride in drinking water is 2.0 mg/L. Excessive fluoride may lead to increased bone brittleness later in life. The levels found in testing conducted in 2018 (0.7 mg/L) were within the optimal level. Trihalomethanes (TTHMs) are those compounds created by the chlorination of drinking water by the reaction of the chlorine or organic matter. A Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 80 milligrams per liter (mg/L) has been established. Some people who drink water containing Trihalomethanes in excess of the MCL, over many years, may experience problems with their liver, kidneys or central nervous system, or may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of water. It is monitored because it is a good indicator of water quality. High turbidity levels can also hinder the effectiveness of disinfection. Net Gross Alpha Emitters : There are small amounts of naturally occurring radioactivity present in the environment. Long term exposure to levels well above the maximum contaminant level may cause cancer and cognitive problems.

JANUARY 1, 2018 TO DECEMBER 31, 2018 The Berlin Water Control Commission is proud to offer this report to its customers; and to report that all of the State and Federal requirements for Public Water have not only met but, in most cases, exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. Please Note: The State of Connecticut Department of Public Health has performed an assessment of our drinking water sources. The completed assessment report is available for access on the Drinking Water Division’s web site: address of: www.dph.state.ct.us/BRS/Water/DWD.btm If you have any questions concerning the Berlin Water Control Commission and the water that it supplies, please contactNortheast Ray Jarema Laboratories, of the Berlin WaterInc. Control Commission in Berlin, at (860) 828-7065, He will be most happy to answerby: any questions that you may have, or supply you with any additional information you may need. Report Berlin Water Control Commission 240 Kensington Road - Kensington CT 06037 Ray Jarema Date: May 21, 2019

JANUARY 1, 2018 TO DECEMBER 31, 2018 =

REGULATED COMPONENTS

Maximum Maximum Contaminant Contaminant Level Goal Level (MCLG) (MCL) <5% Positive; no more than 1 0 per 100 mL Positive per Month

Regulated Component

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BERLIN WATER CONTROL COMMISSION

Test Results Range

Average

Absent to Absent

Absent 0.27 mg/L

• Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.

Chlorine Residual

4.0 mg/L

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<0.05 to 0.65

Chloride (2016)

250 mg/L

16 mg/L

Nitrate

10 mg/L

1.59 to 1.99 mg/L

1.83 mg/L

6.4 to 10

7.4 to 9.2

8.2

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28 mg/L*

7.7 mg/L

• Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses.

Trichloroethene (TCE): Some people who drink water containing Trichloroethylene in excess of the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) over many years could experience problems with their liver, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer.

Do not leave water running when shampooing or brushing one’s teeth.

Coliform Bacteria

Table I includes all of the REGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2018 sampling season (or the last required testing/reporting calendar year period for some parameters). Although all were well below Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs), the following lists their significance and possible reasons:

Nitrate Nitrogen can enter potable water as runoff from fertilizers or, as in most cases, from erosion of natural deposits. High concentrations, in excess of 10 parts per million (ppm) may cause a condition know as Methemoglobinemia when given to very young infants. It can also be transmitted to infants by nursing mothers who have consumed the water.

Wash automobiles only when absolutely necessary.

Contaminants that may be present in source water include:

• Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or resulting from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5s) are formed as a result of chlorine, used in the disinfection process, reacting with natural occurring organic acids. Levels well above the MCL (Maximum Contaminant Level) may cause cancer.

The following tables summarize the analytical results of water samples taken from various locations within the distribution system.

Chlorides are an indicator of sewage pollution if found in concentrations higher than normal for the area. Normal chloride concentrations vary with distance from bodies of salt water.

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7. Water lawns and gardens only when needed, and then only early (or late) in the day to prevent water loss by evaporation during the hot period of the day. Add mulch when possible to prevent evaporation.

• Organic Chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health. Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency's Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-7491).

Barium (2016)

2 mg/L

0.236 mg/L

Cyanide (2016)

0.2 mg/L

0.005 mg/L

Fluoride (2016)

4 mg/L

2 mg/L

1.01 mg/L

Turbidity

5 NTU

0.08 to 5.60

0.57 NTU

Manganese

0.05 mg/L

1.7

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4.0 mg/L**

1.48 – 2.18 mg/L

2.18

0.005 mg/L

0.000 mg/L

<0.0005 to 0.0014 mg/L

0.0009 mg/L

0.06 mg/L

0.000 mg/L

<0.0005 to 0.0228 mg/L

0.0094 mg/L

0.080 mg/L

0.0000 mg/L

0.0062 to 0.0802 mg/L

0.0337 mg/L

Total Organic Carbon Trichloroethene Haloacetic Acids HAA5s (Disinfection ByProducts) Total Trihalomethanes (TTHMs)

Northeast Laboratories, Inc.

Date: May 21, 2019

* = Notification Level ** = Recommended Limit, No official limits recognized by EPA

Abbreviations Used in This Chart: BERLIN WATER CONTROL COMMISSION mg/L = milligrams per liter NTU = Nephelometric Turbidity Units

< = Less Than

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07416

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07417

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07418

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07419

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07421

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07422

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99 Spring Valley

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07435

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07423

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07424

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07425

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07427

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07431

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0.012

0.09

07432

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Letters to the Editor Leash compromise Editor : The Town Council is considering a new leash law, with a question being raised as to whether or not there should be an exception for some parks. At this point, Bicentennial Park is a de facto dog park. There seems to be an unwritten assumption that dogs are allowed to run free there. It would be reasonable to officially designate Bicentennial Park as such — with the clear understanding

that leashes would absolutely be required at all other town parks, and that this would be enforced. I understand why dog owners would like a place where their pets can romp. Given that we have so much open space, why not give it to them? At the same time, other people should have the right to hike or walk at town parks without being threatened or intimidated by dogs running loose, often out of sight of their owners.

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I had a disturbing experience at Scheer Farm where I was cornered by two large barking labs. When their owners finally appeared, they were amused by my fear. It made me wonder if I need to bring mace to go hiking. Even if a dog is not aggressive, it can be dangerous or unsettling. I am slight of frame and I have osteopenia. It is not much comfort when a 60-pound dog comes loping at me and the distant owner sings out, “He’s friendly!” Even a friendly dog could knock me down, putting me at risk of a fracture. Parents with young children or people walking small dogs also have reason to be concerned about unleashed dogs in parks. Allowing for one dog park and enforcing a leash law at the remaining parks would seem to be a compromise that would benefit both dog owners and those who would like to hike or walk without worrying about encountering loose dogs.

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Student reps get up-close look at BOE The Berlin Board of Education has had student board representatives for the past three school years, and always values the opinion and input from the student reps. Alex Halkias has served as a BOE student representative for two consecutive school years, during 20172018 and 2018-2019. Jenna Smalley has served one year (2018-2019) and will continue to serve during the 2019-2020 school year. In addition to their busy schedules filled with clubs, sports and school obligations they have gone above and beyond to serve the Board of Education by attending meetings, offering their input, as well as updating the board on all the exciting things that are happening with our students at the high school. The members of the Berlin Board of Education love having students participate in our Board of Education meetings. The students bring a unique perspective to help the board make informed decisions to support the learning of all students. We want to thank

the student representatives for all their time and dedication, and wish Alex the best as he moves on to the next chapter in his life! Here is what our student board representatives had to say about their experience with the Board of Education: My name is Alexander Halkias, I have been a busy student during my time here at Berlin High School competing in football, basketball and outdoor track & field, on top all my academics. My most meaningful experience however did not come from these athletics or schoolwork but rather during my two-year term serving on Berlin’s Board of Education as a student representative. Although I was not allowed to vote on the matters discussed, sitting in on these meanings taught me so much about the inner workings of our school system and how decisions are made. The most surprising part to me was how meticulous the board has to be in their policies, revisions See BOE, A7

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and decisions. Also, I was able to see firsthand how their decisions impacted the public as any controversial decision that had to be made caused immediate concern from the group being affected. I had a newfound respect for my superintendent as I quickly realized the massive juggling act that had to be balanced to assuage all parties.

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Further, witnessing the difficulty of budget season firsthand allowed me to mature, as I thought about all that had to be done to keep our district functioning. President Tencza told me that during the height of budget season he had over 1,000 emails to go through. Definitely have a lot of respect for these people for working so hard in their volunteer positions. Observing the intricacies of our district is not the only gain I got from serving as a student representative. I de-

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veloped greater responsibility, public speaking skills and patience over these last two years. I had to make sure I stayed up to date with the notable events happening at the high school, which is harder than it seems because the students here have vast interests ranging from athletics, arts, STEM, business, etc., so I had to keep up with all of it. I also consider it a personal gain that I was able to help the board members get a better insight on what my peers thought about their decisions. For example, I was able to contribute to the discussion over paying for parking, and playing to pay for sports, noting how the board would receive significant backlash because everyone I spoke to was against it. The board members are not the ones in the school on a daily basis, so I hope it was helpful to them having Jenna and I to fill in any missing pieces.

I will not forget my experience on the Board of Education next year when I start my collegiate career at Carnegie Mellon University in the fall. If I can sum up what I will take from it in one phrase, it is that being a student representative turned me into a better leader. This is because I was able to work side by side with a board full of leaders. This is a transferable skill that is applicable to everything I will be doing, including playing football and applying for internships, in the near future.

questions from board members. I think I’ve contributed to the Board of Education by giving honest, positive input on what’s happening at the high school and a student voice for representation. I also think the experience has helped me to solidify my college plans. Right now, I’m interested in majoring in political science and eventually serving my community in either politics or law.

My time with the BOE has taught me a lot about the Down the road, I want to be- political process and the different perspectives that play come a true board member into decision-making. I’ve wherever I end because I know how great of an impact also been able to strengthen they make on the communi- my public speaking skills and confidence. ty. *** My name is Jenna Smalley, and as a junior, this was my first year as a student representative to the Berlin Board of Education. I have been able to offer a student viewpoint on certain school and community topics along with answering potential

In addition, this year I was able to work with senior Alex Halkias, who showed me what he had learned from his two years as a student representative. Next year, I look forward to working with the new junior representative!

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VACANT BERLIN HOMES POLLUTING RESERVOIR

Meriden council authorizes talks to purchase land By Matthew Zabierek Record-Journal staff

MERIDEN — The city is moving forward with negotiations to purchase two vacant Berlin homes with failed septic systems city officials say are contaminating a nearby city water supply. The City Council voted unanimously Monday, June 17 to authorize the Law Department to negotiate a purchase price for the homes at 61-71 Kenmere Road. Once

a price is negotiated, the purchase would require final approval from the council. City officials proposed purchasing and razing the vacant homes and then either removing or filling the homes’ septic tanks, which officials say have, for a number of years, contaminated Kenmere Reservoir, a major city water supply located next to the properties. The city’s Water Division has treated the reservoir with

chemicals to neutralize the contamination. "It's bacteria-based contamination as a result of human waste to some extent in there and it's treatable with a chemical that removes that contamination and it's within the guidelines of the process of providing safe clean water to residents," City Manager Tim Coon said. The council approval came after the council’s Public Works and Parks and Recre-

ation subcommittee also voted to authorize negotiations for the properties. The resolution for the funding initially set a cost limit for the project “not to exceed $165,000,” which would have included the cost to purchase the properties, raze the homes and remove or fill the septic tanks. Public Works and Parks and Recreation Committee Chairwoman Cathy Battista said councilors later realized that including the $165,000 figure damaged the city’s leverage. “Putting a price on a resolution for a property that we are considering … reveals our hand and that’s not a smart thing to do, so the

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committee agreed to take that out,” Battista said. Prior to the vote, some residents urged councilors not to approve purchasing the properties during a public comment period. Former Republican State Sen. Len Suzio said the properties’ owner, listed on Berlin town records as Reserve Mortgage Solutions Inc., would be “happy to give away the property.” “Any owner of the property is potentially responsible for contamination and pollution caused by the property, and it’s something that most lenders would avoid,” Suzio said.

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Middle and high school girls with at least one year of experience singing or playing an instrument are invited to Girls Rock, a fun and noncompetitive environment in which they can create music.

Burnham Street is closed to through traffic between the intersections with Farmington Avenue and Briar Patch Drive due to a project to replace the bridge. Terms and conditions of the project require the work to be completed by Nov. 30, which includes closure of the roadway through the bulk of that timeframe. Updates will be provided on the town website.

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For more information about the Simple Recycling program, call the Public Works Department at 860-8287022, or visit the town website.

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Klingberg Family Centers has scheduled Foster & Adoptive Parent Information Hope and Support Groups Sessions for the first and provide a safe and confidenthird Wednesday, and the tial space for parents, second and fourth Monday guardians and all others dealof each month at the main ing with a loved one’s disease campus building, 370 Linof substance abuse or addicwood St., New Britain. For tion. The group is led by two more information, contact trained facilitators, a liNicolin Carr at 860-832-5536 censed professional and a or nicolin.carr@klingpara-professional with lived berg.com or visit klingexperience. Recognizing that bergfosterandadoption.org. this disease affects entire

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families, the group provides a forum to share openly while receiving peer support, information and compassion, thus breaking the stigma and isolation created by the disease. The group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month at the Middlefield Federated Church, 402 Main St., Middlefield.

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Thursday DIY Squishies!: June 27, 2 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin. Financial Fitness Workshop: June 27, 5 - 8 p.m. Neighborhood Housing Services of New Britain, Inc., 223 Broad St., New Britain. Make and Take: Clay Leaf Bowl (session two: optional): June 27, 6:30 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin.

Friday 2019 Longest Day Flag Football Games for Alzheimer's Awareness: June 28, 6 - 9 p.m. Southington High School, 720 Pleasant St., Southington. Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr., Friday, June 28, 7- 9 p.m. Trinity-On-Main, 69 Main St., New Britain.

385-4628. help@bradleymountainfarm.com. Movie Matinee: Stan and Ollie: June 28, 1 p.m. BerlinPeck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin.

Saturday Charity Picnic: June 29, 1 10 p.m. Quartette Club, 225 Wooster St., New Britain. Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr., Saturday, June 29, 2 - 4 p.m. Trinity-On-Main, 69 Main St., New Britain. Drop-in Tennis: June 29, 8 10 a.m. Free. Berlin High School Tennis Courts, 139 Patterson Way, Berlin. tyoung0055@gmail.com. Goats n Pajamas: June 29, 6 - 7:30 p.m. $15. Bradley Mountain Farm, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington. 860-385-4628. help@ bradleymountainfarm.com. Goat Yoga: June 30, 9 10:30 a.m. $35. Bradley Mountain Farm, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington. 860-385-4628. help@ bradleymountainfarm.com.

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Landlord Class: July 2, 5 - 8 p.m. Neighborhood Housing Services of New Britain, Inc., 223 Broad St., New Britain.

House of Heroes

The Connecticut Chapter is part of a national organization founded in January 2000, in Columbus, Georgia. More than 1,000 projects have been completed nationwide.

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Michael Ahern of Plainville meets Travis Mills on Memorial Day weekend in Augusta, Maine. Michael has started a fundraising campaign, Scoops for Troops, that aims to raise $30,000 this summer to send eight recalibrated veteran families to the Travis Mill Foundation retreat in Rome, Maine.

Youngster starts campaign to provide getaways to veterans When 9-year-old Michael Ahern of Plainville heads to Lakeside Scoops in Belgrade, Maine this July 4 while he and his family are enjoying their traditional summer holiday getaway, he’ll have a bit of company: Namely, upwards of a dozen children of veterans who have been injured serving our nation staying at the nearby Travis Mills Foundation Retreat. And Michael is picking up the tab. That’s because of Michael’s unusual-for-his-age appreciation for the service and sacrifice of our nation’s military veterans. Michael is making this summer one of fun and fundraising, engaging in a campaign to not only treat children of these veterans to free ice cream all summer, but to an all-expenses paid vacation for eight such families at the Foundation’s retreat in Rome, Maine. The Travis Mills Foundation helps post-9/11 veterans who have been injured in service to our nation – many who have lost one or more limbs – overcome their physical obstacles, strengthen their families

and get some richly deserved rest and relaxation. “I knew a little about veterans before, but now I’m learning a lot more,” says Michael, who will be heading into fourth grade at Linden Street School in September. “They keep our country safe and they can really get hurt. This is my way of saying thank you.” “Our mission is all about providing recalibrated veterans and their families with the kind of rewarding, restorative experiences that make overcoming their challenges more attainable. To witness a young man like Michael embrace these veterans, their families and the obstacles they face, and set out to help them, is an inspiration to me and all of us at the Travis Mills Foundation,” says retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills, who in 2012 on patrol during his third tour of duty in Afghanistan lost portions of both legs and both arms to an IED explosion. Mills founded the Foundation in 2013 with his wife Kelsey. Michael’s campaign is called Scoops for Troops

(scoopsfortroops.org) and through June 23 he had raised more than $6,500 on the way to reaching his $30,000 goal – enough to send those eight families on a vacation they won’t soon forget. Donations in any amount are being accepted on-line. Michael’s vison started innocently enough. At the 4th of July parade in Belgrade in 2017 Michael, his now11-year-old sister Kara and his parents, Rebecca Karabin-Ahern and Scott Ahern, noticed a wounded soldier across the street. The soldier was from the Travis Mills Foundation retreat, which was under development near the Ahern’s Mount Vernon, Maine summer home and which Michael had been curious about. Michael and Kara asked if they could go across the street to say “thank you.” That started Michael’s journey of awareness of military service and of the obstacles faced by soldiers who had been injured in service and their families. See Veterans, A16

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Seniors

Schools Eastern Connecticut State University, Willimantic, has named the following students to its spring dean’s list: Michaela Dehm, Amanda Funari, Shaheera Khan, Kaileen Langlois, James Nappi, Christina Petry, Gregory Platosz, Kelli Salimeno, Kelly Sparmer, Michael Zisk. Florida Southern College, Lakeland, Fla., has named Amanda Santoro to its dean’s list for the spring semester. Hofstra College, Hempstead, N.Y., has named Elias Grasso and Kathleen Molski to its dean’s list for the spring semester. Emmanuel College, Boston, Mass., has named Sarah Knight to its dean’s list for the spring semester. Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, has named Erica Veley, and Jody Dicicco to its dean’s list for the spring semester.

University of Scranton, Scranton, Pa., has named Benjamin Kall and Danielle Taglucop to its dean’s list for the spring semester. Widener University, Chester, Pa., has awarded Kathryn Scheer a master’s degree in human sexuality studies sex education. Ithaca College, Ithaca N.Y., has awarded Victoria Jackson a bachelor’s degree in writing for film, TV and emerging media.

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School files The Berlin Public Schools procedures relative to Confidentiality of Education Records require that students' confidential records be destroyed when the data are no longer relevant.

The confidential records of students who were, at any time, members of the graduating class of 2013 will be destroyed on July 31. Upon receipt of a written request, an appointment will be made for a staff member to explain and interpret all educational data. If desired, a copy can also be made available to the student. Send written requests to the Director of Pupil Personnel Services, Berlin Public Schools, 238 Kensington Road, Berlin, CT 06037.

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Stonehill College, Easton, Mass., has named Zoe Lavoie, Athiny Adamciewicz, Connor Ladd and Laura Cunningham to its dean’s list for the spring semester.

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Heroes Walk Memorial bricks are being sold for the “Heroes Walk”

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the town has been weaning off state aid, which makes up a smaller portion of town From A1 revenue in the budget the Town Council adopted in ment practice of the town.” May, it nonetheless identifies the long-term relationOf particular interest to the rating agency was the town’s ship with the state as the town’s biggest obstacle. ability to recover from the mid-year $134,000 reduction “While we believe managein state Education Cost ment can and will incorpoSharing grants in early 2017, rate approximately flat state which Delaney said reflectaid payments into a growing ed the implementation of budget over the next several practices like conservative years, should cost-sharing or budgeting and year-round declining aid accelerate, it fiscal monitoring and mancould have a material effect agement. on the town’s budgetary The report also credits those performance,” the report states. policies with the town producing a surplus in the past It also acknowledged that three years and another anthe town has a pension fund ticipated for the current fisthat is less than 1 percent cal year, which ends at the funded, and rising lump close of June. sum payments, with a total liability of $8.8 million. While the report notes that

ordering a brick to bear the name of a veteran who has served can get an application on the Town of Berlin’s Veterans Commission web page.

However, Standard & Poor’s believes the town has the financial planning tools and budgetary flexibility to overcome the costs. The same holds true for the $81 million of direct debt the town will owe following this bond issue, 75 percent of which should be repaid within 10 years. Delaney said the town has limited bonding to essential repairs and safety issues, such as trimming of hazardous trees and roof repairs. He hopes to see bonding reduced in future years and a greater share of those costs paid upfront, saving on interest costs. “You can always keep your debt load down if you do nothing, but your capital deteriorates,” he said.

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Donald, she was predeceased by her daughter Lynne Dixon, grandson Christopher Roman and her sister Shirley DeLoy. Funeral Services will be held on Monday June 24th at 9 AM at EricksonHansen Funeral Home of Berlin/Porters, 111 Chamberlain Hwy, Berlin, followed by a 10am Mass of Christian Burial at St. Paul Church. Burial will follow in West Lane Cemetery, Berlin. Calling hours will be held on Sunday June 23rd from 3-6 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Barbara’s name to the Hospital for Special Care Foundation, 2150 Corbin Ave., New Britain, CT 06053 or online at hfsc.org/donation. The family wishes to thank the staff of Hartford Hospital ICU for their outstanding care. Please share a memory of Barbara with the family in the online guestbook at www. e r i c ks o n h a n s e n b e r lin. com.

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with an entertainment center complete with rock climbing, bumper cars, Town Planner Marek Capping hours of disbowling, arcade games and Kozikowski said the course, the Planning and outdoors bocce and volleyZoning Commission voted changes are being sought ball. by Himanshu Patel, of New to approve a request to reYork, who intends to pur"The idea is to develop a zone a parcel along the family entertainment comBerlin Turnpike from resi- chase the parcel and a contiguous 2.5 acre complex which will allow peodential to commercial, an ple to come and find 18-lot subdivision on West mercial lot to develop. A concept plan with a bousomething to involve chilLane, sans a sidewalk extique motel, two retail dren and adults, in the emption, and a site plan for a family entertainment buildings and a gas station same building," said were discussed by the Stephen Hennessey, a concomplex on Webster commission, however sultant for the LLC who Square Road. Kozikowski noted that they spoke during the public Opposition to the rezoning were not part of Patel’s ap- hearing on the plan. of a six acre parcel south of plication before the body. Economic Development the intersection between Commission Chairperson Director Chris Edge said Orchard Road and the Joan Veley said she was the business would add viBerlin Turnpike centered torn between the econom- brancy to the area. around increased traffic and the loss of a buffer be- ic development benefits "We're very excited, I think commercial use could tween homes just a few it's tremendous and I'm bring and the concerns of hundred feet from the looking forward to supadjacent homeowners, turnpike. The commission porting it in any way and which swayed her to vote narrowly approved the against the rezoning along- probably being a regular," motion four to three. he said. "I truly think it's side two other commisthe right spot. You've got Mark Pilletere, a resident sioners. plenty of parking spaces, of Orchard Road, said "It's like a coin, you could you've got the theater there are already hazflip this thing either way across and it's an area that ardous conditions there however you choose to needs more activity.” due to speeding vehicles look at it. And I'm going to leaving the turnpike and Sidewalks proved to be the choose to look at it not adding traffic heading to sticking point on an open new commercial develop- with the blinders on, but space subdivision plan on with a full focus," Veley ments would compound West Lane near Wood’s said. the situation. Edge Court. The site plan His neighbor, Christopher There was unanimous sup- was unanimously apport on the other hand for proved by the commission, Cwikla, added that he beFun Hub LLC’s site plan however a requested exlieves that the wording of application to fill vacant emption to building sidethe “BT-1” zone, which storefronts between Dollar walks on the north side of states it cannot have a West Lane failed to meet detrimental effect on adja- General and Harbor Freight Tools in the Ocean the required super majoricent residential neighborState Job Lot strip mall hoods, would make it in-

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maybe a month at that time. And so I want you to think about 700 students charging the stage," he said. Through all the fun, Benigni said the school hasn’t faltered in the quality education it has provided students through its half-century run. "Times have changed from 50 years ago and the education that students require today is different,” he said. “Even though the skills that are required have evolved, there is still need for a warm and caring, supportive learning environment where students are encouraged and respected. Some things have remained the same.” Perillo and Benigni were joined by McGee Principal

Salvatore Urso, who hosted the ceremony, Rich Paskiewicz, a former Board of Education president and a past superintendent of schools, Mayor Mark Kaczynski and BOE President Matthew Tencza. Coming to McGee from the town’s three elementary schools is a defining time for Berlin students, Tencza said. "They leave elementary school in a small community

and they find out, wow, when you get to middle school there are kids from all over town ... and they have to make friends. And those friends become their lifelong friends. Today my son still gets together every Friday night with friends he made here at McGee Middle School," he said.

Arthur Powers, who was first selectman while McGee was being constructed, said naming the school after Catherine McGee was a perfect way to honor the legacy of a “revered” educator who taught students, including Powers, from 1922 to 1966.

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Powers said she flawlessly juggled teaching seventh and eighth grade classes while simultaneously serving as the principal at Worthington Grammar School. Powers also recalled being sent to stand behind the classroom’s piano after causing the occasional disruption. “She was a wonderful, wonderful lady,” he said. “I can’t speak more highly of her. She was a great teacher.”

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W. BOOBER MASONRY 25 Years Experience All Types of Masonry CT License #626708 (203) 235-4139

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