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Teal pumpkin campaign eases trick-or-treating risks
Thursday, October 13, 2016
Town divided over charter By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
Signs for and against changing the Town Charter line the streets of Berlin less than a month before the referendum vote.
The 12th annual scarecrow festival in Volunteer Park has a unique addition this year.
A political action committee against charter change called “Protect and Respect Our Town’s Effective Charter” or (PROTEC) formed at the end of the summer.
Henry Nowik, a first grader at Griswold Elementary, is hoping his painted scarecrow draws attention to serious food allergies.
Julie Erickson, chair of PROTEC and a former member of the Board of Education, said the goal is to educate the public on the proposed changes. “People are reaching
“It’s our way of educating the town,” said his mother, Michelle Nowik.
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The teal pumpkin represents an allergy-friendly house for trick-or-treating. The national Teal Pumpkin Project, established in 2014, enables families to celebrate Halloween safely by giving out small toys rather than candy.
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Nowik says Halloween has never been easy for her son, who is deathly allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, and seeds.
Nowik decided to put out a teal pumpkin last year and was able to find other houses with teal pumpkins for her son.
Griswold first grader Henry Nowik stands next to his Teal Pumpkin Project scarecrow at the Berlin Fair. | Michelle Nowik, Contributed
This year, the first grader got the idea to use a teal pumpkin as the head of his scarecrow creation for the Berlin Fair and scarecrow festival.
“It was fun,” he said. The colorful scarecrow won
It appears Berlin High School’s graduation will look a lot different this spring, and not everyone is happy with the change. “It’s not fair that they didn’t sit down and talk with people,” said Ruth Bogden, mother of a senior student and the publicity manager for the BHS Project Graduation Committee. See School, A20
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Berlin PD stands ‘shoulder to shoulder’ By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
The Berlin Police Department is working as a team to combat one of the leading causes of officer deaths. “Police suicide continues to be a problem in our state and throughout the nation,” said Berlin Lt. Chris Ciuci. “In a profession where most of our focus and energy is aimed towards protecting and serving members of our community, sometimes we lose sight of the ways we can protect and serve our fellow officers.” Ciuci has been coordinating a peer support group for the department since July. The “Shoulder to Shoulder” program was put together in December to provide support to officers and their families. The Connecticut Alliance to Benefit Law Enforcement (CABLE) and the organization Believe 208 funded the training.
Believe 208 was founded in memory of an East Hartford police officer, Paul Buchanan, who died by suicide after suffering depression. The organization works to help officers deal with stress and depression together.
peer support partner, there were 126 police suicides in the U.S. over the course of that year. Last year, the organization did a six-month sampling and reported 51 police suicides.
According to a 2012 nationwide study by The Badge of Life, a non-profit organization out of Middlebury and
Ciuci said the “Shoulder to Shoulder” program is being proactive by helping officers before depression and stress
gets to that point. “We don’t pay attention to our most valuable resource, which is an officer’s mental wellness,” he said.
ignoring this problem with suicide and PTSD,” he said. “We’ve got to get away from this culture of ‘we’ll take care of ourselves.’”
The program has been in the works now for a while. Chief Paul Fitzgerald included the support group on his list of department goals for 2016. “They’re exposed to so much and they are people like everyone else,” he said.
Currently only a few officers, including a dispatcher, are involved with the peer support program. Ciuci said he hopes to include more of the department in the future.
The idea to keep a better eye on mental health in the law enforcement field came out of the 2014 “President’s Task Force on 21st Century Policing.” The report outlined six pillars of importance, the sixth one focusing on officer wellness and safety. Ciuci said more needs to done to support the report’s recommendations. “Police culture has been
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Sikorsky union vote wins state praise Gov. Dannel P. Malloy and state lawmakers praised a union of Sikorsky employees for accepting concessions from parent company Lockheed Martin, saying the decision is good for the state’s manufacturing sector. “I want to thank members of the Teamsters Local 1150, including their Executive Board, for their important and necessary vote (Sunday),” Malloy said in a statement. “The broader agreement between the State of Connecticut and Lockheed Martin now has overwhelming support.” The union vote, which favored the agreement with Lockheed Martin 2,104 to 140, came less than two weeks after lawmakers overwhelmingly approved $220 million in benefits to the company. Lockheed Martin sought both agreements after securing a contract to build its CH35K King Stallion helicopter at subsidiary Sikorsky. Sikorsky spokesman Paul Jackson praised the union, Malloy and Economic Development Commissioner Catherine Smith. “We now look forward to working with our customers, the U.S. Navy and Marine
Senior Bowling Strikette Bowling results, Oct. 4: Barb Patterson, 193; Florence Gillette, 162; Joyce Pfister, 157; Irene Willametz, 150. Senior Bowling results, Oct. 7: Mike Koval, 232; Joe Sytulek, 208; Rockwell Roberts, 167; Chickie Saraceno, 162; Gil Williams, 155; Jim Nishioka, 154; Ferd Brochu, 152.
Sikorsky employees in Connecticut and Florida, according to the union’s website. House Speaker J. Brendan Sharkey, D-Hamden, said the Teamsters’ approval is part of a process that “is good news for our economy, good news for the more than 8,000 workers that will be working at Sikorsky by the end of the agreement, and good news for the many thousands of more workers that work for companies in Sikorsky’s supply chain.”
Sikorsky will begin production in 2019 and build as many as 24 helicopters annually through 2032. The contract is expected to directly or indirectly support 24,601 jobs. According to Malloy’s office, Sikorsky currently contracts with 302 Connecticut suppliers, including 11 in Wallingford, 10 in North Haven, eight each in Meriden and Cheshire, five in Berlin, and four in Southington. With the vote, the Teamsters accepted a package that lowers wages and company pension contributions for employees hired on or after
The King Stallion, Sikorsky’s new heavy-lift helicopter, in flight testing. | Sikorsky Aircraft The deal with the state allows
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states that neither side will seek any more conditions before the existing collective bargaining agreement expires Feb. 1, 2018. Sunday’s vote included
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The Berlin, East Berlin, Kensington and South Kensington Fire Departments are looking for volunteer firefighters. Volunteers must be at least 18, of good moral character, reside or work in Berlin and be physically capable. Contact Mike Blais at mikeblais@hotmail.com or 860-329-7738.
St. Paul Church has scheduled Italian Night for Saturday, Nov. 5, 5 to 9 p.m. A fee is charged. The event includes dinner and musical entertainment by the Berlin High School Jazz Band. Proceeds benefit the Youth Ministry Program. For more information, contact Betty Lasker: elizabethlasker@att.net, or Lynn Misteri: misteriberl@aol. com. Salad and bread, pasta, meatballs, sausage with peppers & onions, chicken marsala & green beans and Italian cookies. Drawings for raffle baskets, 50/50 and lottery wreath will begin at 8 p.m.
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Mercy High School, 1740 Randolph Road, Middletown, has scheduled an open house for Sunday, Nov. 6, 1 to 4 p.m. The open house is intended for middle school and transfer students. Mercy High School is a Catholic diocesan college preparatory high school for girls.
Grad party Clothing drive — Berlin High School Class of 2017 All Night Graduation Party has scheduled a clothing drive fundraiser for Saturday, Oct. 15, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the BHS parking lot.
Signs — The Berlin High School Class of 2017 All Night Graduation Committee offers blue reflective signs for purchase. The reflective sign helps emerReunion gency responders quickly Berlin High School Class of locate an address in case 1986 has scheduled its 30 of an emergency. The signs year class reunion for Saturalso make great gifts. For day, Nov. 19, 7 p.m., at Casa more information and to Mia at the Hawthorne, 2421 place an order, contact Lilly Berlin Turnpike. Philippon at 860-829-1186, The event is scheduled for wl4phil@gmail.com. the main lounge, bar tab is For more information, call 860-347-8957 or visit www. mercyhigh.com.
Library Briefs Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Adult programs Sit & Knit - Thursday, Oct. 13, 1 p.m. Lincoln Center Screening: Latin Beat - Sunday, Oct. 16, 2 p.m. Adventures of Huckleberry
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Flu Shot Clinic - Wednesday, Oct. 19, 1 p.m. For Berlin residents and employees over 18. No appointments required. For more information, call Berlin VNA at 860-828-7030.
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Movie Matinée - Friday, Oct. 21, 1 p.m. “Trumbo.” Rated R. Coloring for Adults - Monday, Oct. 24, 6:30 p.m. Supplies provided. Book Club for Adults - Tuesday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m. “Sandcastle Girls” by Chris Bohjalian. Passport Event - Saturday, Oct 29, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Schedule an appointment at CA-PPT-CT-Applynow@ state.gov. Walk-ins welcome. For more information, visit http://www.berlinpeck.org/ A Day in the Life of a Baseball G.M. - Wednesday, Oct. 26, 6:30 p.m. Patrick Day of the New Britain Bees is scheduled to speak. Registration is required. Sit & Knit - Thursday, Oct. 27, 1 p.m. New Britain Symphony Orchestra: Beatles String Quartet - Wed, Nov. 2, 6:30 p.m.
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Bark For Life slated for Oct. 15 The American Cancer Society’s Bark For Life is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 15, 1 to 4 p.m., at the Berlin Lions Fairgrounds. Participants create a relay team or walk individually with their dog and raise
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Berlin GOP campaign headquarters The Berlin Republican Town Committee headquarters is located at 1128 Farmington Ave. The site is the former European Deli (former San Remo bakery). Signs are available for various cam-
McGee Middle School has implemented a program to recognize students each month for displaying positive character traits. The following is the first group of students nominated by their teachers for demonstrating integrity at school. The group received certificates of recognition and also enjoyed snacks provided by the PTO. The star school citizens are: Julianna O’Brien, Nathan Snyder, Sydney Sharpe, Ryan Catalano, Austin Vale da Serra, Meredith Gendreau, Juliana Mancini, Michael Ciarcia, Justin Pattavina, Claire McGeever, Omar Mountassir, Nathan Paul, Gabby Foster, Dakota Serefin, Victoria Mayette, Connor Gileau, Emma Johnson, Jenna Zup and Ryan Garrity.
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Colorful characters on Farmington Avenue By Barbara Helming Special to The Citizen
On Saturday, Oct. 8, the 12th annual Scarecrow and Fall Foliage Festival kicked off at Volunteer Park. State Sen. Terry Gerratana returned as a contest judge for the fifth year. Joining Gerratana as judges were Berlin Mayor Mark Kaczynski, candidate for state representative Chris Morelli, and Director of Community, Recreation and Parks Services Jen Ochoa. This year, 16 scarecrows were entered into the contest by adults, businesses, children and families. Rose Wollman and Terri Noyes were, once again, cochairs of the event. In 2004, Wollman thought that a scarecrow contest would be something fun to do in Berlin. She had always enjoyed the scarecrow fesSee Fall, A11
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tival in downtown Wethersfield. So, Wollman contacted the Chamber of Commerce and was told that another town resident had already expressed an interest in such an event. That resident was Berlin Parks and Recreation Event Coordinator Terri Noyes, who has fond memories of attending scarecrow festivals in Vermont. At the event Saturday, Wollman and Noyes expressed appreciation to numerous individuals, groups and businesses for their support. Included in that list was the Kensington Garden Club for the beautification of Volunteer Park and the volunteers from the Berlin High School Upbeat program and its director Jack Rudy for assisting with the children’s activities and music that day, as well as the businesses which allowed scarecrows to be displayed on their property.
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Calendar Thursday, Oct. 13 Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to meet Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Community Center, 230 Kensington Road. Stop in or call Mike Neault, Scoutmaster, at 860-828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 41 meets Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Scoutmaster K.C. Jones at 860-829-1148 or email jones327@comcast. net. Storytime - A free storytime and craft session is scheduled for Thursdays, 9 to 10 a.m., at The Sloppy Waffle, 2551 Berlin Turnpike. For information, visit thesloppywaffle.com. Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Middletown at Middletown, 6 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 14 Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “The Oldest Profession” for Friday, Oct. 14, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www. ctcabaret.com. Racing show - Racing Action Today, hosted by Berlin native Larry Mongillo, airs every Friday, 8 p.m., on Comcast cable channel 5. Craft class - Scraptivity, 1020 Farmington Ave., has scheduled a paint night class for Friday, Oct. 14, 6 p.m. For more information and reservations, call
Sunday, Oct. 16
860-828-1311. Soccer - BHS vs. East Hartford at Sage Park, 6 p.m. Girls soccer - BHS vs. RHAM at RHAM, 3:45 p.m. Girls swimming - BHS vs. Conard at Plainville HS, 3:45 p.m. Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Middletown at BHS, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 15 Historical Society - Berlin Historical Society Museum, 305 Main St., corner of Peck Street, is scheduled to be open Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m., free admission. View exhibits on Berlin tin and brick, Simeon North’s pistols, Berlin Iron Bridge, dairy farms, needlework, Berlin artists and many local treasures. For more information, call 860-828-5114. Clothing drive - Berlin High School Class of 2017 All Night Graduation Party has scheduled a clothing drive fundraiser for Saturday, Oct. 15, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the BHS parking lot. Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “The Oldest Profession” for Saturday, Oct. 15, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www. ctcabaret.com. Craft class - Scraptivity, 1020 Farmington Ave., has scheduled an adult Halloween wine glass class for Saturday, Oct. 15, 6 p.m. A fee is charged. For more information and reservations, call 860-828-1311.
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Monday, Oct. 17 Soccer - BHS vs. Platt at Platt, 3:45 p.m. Girls soccer - BHS vs. Platt at Sage Park, 6 p.m. Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Tolland at BHS, 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 18 Pasta supper - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, schedules a pasta supper for Tuesdays, 5 to 6:30 p.m. A fee is charged. The public is welcome. For more information, call 860-8289102 after 5 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 20 Garden club - The Kensington Garden Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, Oct. 20, 12:45 p.m., at the Community Center. Arborists Rick Daniels and Dr. Neil Hendrickson plan to discuss “Caring for Our Trees.” The program is free.
Friday, Oct. 21
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Girls swimming - BHS vs. Southington at Plainville HS, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 26
Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “The Oldest Profession” for Friday, Oct. 28, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www. ctcabaret.com.
Girls soccer - BHS vs. Glastonbury at Sage Park, 6 p.m. Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Newington at BHS, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 22
Craft class - Scraptivity, 1020 Farmington Ave., has scheduled a Halloween nobake treat for Saturday, Oct. 22, 12:30 p.m. For more information and reservations, call 860-828-1311.
Soccer - BHS vs. Middletown at Sage Park, 6 p.m.
Girls soccer - BHS vs. Bristol Central at Sage Park, 6 p.m.
Soccer - BHS vs. Hall at Hall, 3:45 p.m.
Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 meets Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Tony deRito at 860-829-9879.
Wednesday, Oct. 19
Soccer - BHS vs. Bristol Central at Bristol Central, 3:45 p.m.
Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Plainville at BHS, 6 p.m.
Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “The Oldest Profession” for Saturday, Oct. 22, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www. ctcabaret.com.
Sunrise Rotary Club - The Sunrise Rotary Club meets Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. For information, call Amy at 860-829-4900 or visit www.kensingtonrotary.org.
Tuesday, Oct. 25
Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “The Oldest Profession” for Friday, Oct. 21, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www. ctcabaret.com.
Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For additional information, call Scoutmaster Ed Alicia at 860-828-8693.
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Color Wars event - St. Paul Church Youth Ministry has scheduled a Color Wars Kickoff event for Sunday, Oct. 16, 5:30 p.m., at the St. Paul School gym. Students in grades 6 to 8 are invited. Games, raffles, pizza and more. For more information and to register, call 860-8280331 or visit stpaulkensington.org.
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Craft class - Scraptivity, 1020 Farmington Ave., has scheduled a children’s Halloween paint night class for Saturday, Oct. 25, 6 p.m. For more information and reservations, call 860-828-1311. Football - BHS vs. Avon at Avon, 1 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 24 Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Rocky Hill at Rocky Hill, 6 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 27 Girls soccer - BHS vs. Wethersfield at Sage Park, 6 p.m.
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Football - BHS vs. Plainville at Sage Park, 6:30 p.m. Soccer - BHS vs. Wethersfield at Wethersfield, 6:30 p.m. Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Windsor at BHS, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 29 Stuff-a-cruiser - The 11th annual Stuff-a-Cruiser is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 29, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Stop & Shop, 1135 Farmington Ave. All donations of non-perishable food items benefit the Berlin Food Pantry. Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “The Oldest Profession” for Saturday, Oct. 29, 8 p.m. For more information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www.ctcabaret.com.
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Thursday, October 13, 2016
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Diane Dwyer Diane is survived by her brother, Thomas (Tommy) Alderuccio, of Thailand; a son, Craig Dwyer, of Kensington; a daughter, Michelle Fetterman and her husband, Jason, of Berlin, a daughter, Lori Dwyer and her companion, Woodie Stark, of Kensington; and her four legged grandsons, Moose, Gizmo, and Chewy. The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the entire staff at the Hospital of Central Connecticut Dialysis Unit who provided her with such loving care. Also to the team who provided her care in the CCU. Funeral services were held Friday, Oct 7, with a Mass of Christian burial at St. Paul’s Church, 461 Alling St., Berlin. Burial was ed in St. Mary’s Cemetery New Britain.mIn lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation or the American Diabetes Association. Farrell Funeral Home, 110 Franklin Square, New Britain, had been entrusted with the arrangements. To leave a condolence, please visit FarrellFuneralHome. com.
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>> Calendar From A12 - Bradley Mountain Farm, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington, has scheduled a goats n’ goblins parade for Sunday, Oct. 30, noon to 6 p.m. The costumed parade goat parade will walk through the pastures, nature trails and to Crescent Lake. The event also features face painting, balloon animals, apple eating contest and entertainment by Valentine the Clown. For more information, call 860-385-GOAT.
Monday, Oct. 31 daughters, Lynn Misteri, of Berlin, and Cynthia and her husband, Frank Magisano, of Berlin; a grandson, Geoffrey Magisano; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Oct. 13, at 9 a.m. from the Farrell Funeral Home, 110 Franklin Square, New Britain, with a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s Church, Kensington. Burial will follow in Maple Cemetery, Berlin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice at the Hospital of Central Connecticut, 100 Grand St., New Britain, CT 06050. To send a condolence, please visit www.FarrellFuneralHome.com.
Literacy Volunteers sets training sessions Literacy Volunteers of Central Connecticut is seeking volunteers to help adult students achieve work, family, and community goals. English for Speakers of Other Languages tutor training is scheduled for Nov. 7, 10, 14 and 17, 6 to 8:30 p.m., at the New Britain Public Library. Prospective tutors must be age 18 or over with a minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) and good writing skills. Observations, support, and training will be provided. Registration is required. For more information, call 860-229-7323, email lvccprogassist@gmail.com, or visit http://literacycentral.org/.
Soccer - BHS vs. Plainville at Sage Park, 6 p.m. Girls soccer - BHS vs. Plainville at Tinty Field, 6 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 4 Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “The Oldest Profession” for Friday, Nov. 4, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www. ctcabaret.com.
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BERLIN — Harry Misteri, 89, of Berlin, died Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016, at the Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain. Born in Berlin, the son of the late Paul and Edith (Carmella) Misteri, he was a lifelong resident of Berlin and Old Lyme. Harry was a well known businessman having owned the Wallabout Tire Company in Berlin for over 40 years. Mr. Misteri is survived by his wife, Aniela (Gacek) Misteri; a son, Harry Paul Misteri, of Wethersfield; two
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KENSINGTON — Diane Alderuccio Dwyer, 71, of Kensington, passed away Monday, Oct. 3, 2016, at Hospital of Central Connecticut surrounded by her family. The daughter of the late Florence (Sorice) and Joseph Alderuccio. She lived in New Britain and Kensington her entire life. Diane enjoyed spending time with her family, using her tablet, family game nights, Bingo, Yahtzee, search a word, bird watching, day trips, shopping, doing crafts, walking on the Westbrook and Clinton Beaches, riding in antique cars, and special phone calls and visits from her cousins. Through several years of illness, Diane always held her head high and always maintained a brave and cheerful outlook. Diane has always been the true definition of what a mother, sister, cousin, and friend should be, always concerned about others and always giving an outpouring of love, showing the strength of a family.
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EDITORIAL
Important Berlin vote Berlin residents have a great deal to ponder leading up to Election Day.
Not only will they be casting a ballot for the leader of the free world and choosing who will represent the town at the state Capitol, Berlin voters will also decide whether to change the way their local government operates. Last month, the Town Council approved by a 4-3 party line vote five charter revision questions which will be on the ballot. The most important ones ask voters if they are in favor of implementing a Board of Finance and a partisan Board of Education, each with an equal number of Republicans and Democrats. Residents have a lot to think about. These are no small changes. Politics being what it is,
generally speaking, Berlin Republicans are urging people to vote “yes” on the charter changes, while their Democratic counterparts are in the “no” camp. Republicans, who seized control of the Town Council in 2015 after more than a decade in the minority, claim a Board of Finance and a partisan Board of Education will be good for the town and its bottom line. Democrats, on the other hand, say the Town CouncilTown Manager form of government currently in place works just fine, and that by changing the charter, power will shift away from the people and toward party leaders. “We are institutionalizing a lack of accountability and a lack of transparency for this town,” Councilor Rachel
Rochette, a Democrat, said when the charter revision questions were approved in September. “I think it’s really unfortunate that we’re moving forward on this.” Speaking of residents, Rochette said, “Their vote no longer matters. Their vote
will matter for mayor, but not for Town Council, or Board of Finance, and it’s really important for me that people understand that.” To this, Republican Mayor Mark Kaczynski shot back, “We’re not making the decision, they are.”
What’s unfolding in Berlin is democracy in action. It’s not always pretty, it’s not always polite, but we’re fortunate to live in a land where we have a say in how government runs. – Originally published in the Meriden Record-Journal.
Letters to the Editor Protect your voice
vote “no.”
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To the editor:
Bruce Laroche
Ann Aresco
Berlin voters are being asked to surrender their right to vote concerning town spending and cede control of town budgets, projects and building to three individuals selected by political party bosses who are unaccountable to voters. Sound unbelievable? This is what the Republican-proposed charter changes will bring.
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If voters feel that they have too much control over town government, and would prefer that three individuals selected by a town political committee have the final say over all spending and projects, then approve the proposed changes to the Town Charter. But if, as a voter, you wish to be able to hold elected officials accountable, and still have a voice, then
Vote for Joe To the editor: As a constituent, I have had the opportunity to discuss healthcare and insurance issues on several occasions with State Rep. Joe Aresimowicz. I want to say that he has always been responsive to my calls or emails, and has always set aside time to meet when I have requested that. I really appreciate his responsiveness – it is good to see a public servant devoted to listening to constituents. I think Joe has done an outstanding job as State Representative and hope that he is re-elected to another term
More inclusive government To the editor: Robert Dacey and Rachel Rochette would have you believe the proposed charter revisions severely limit your voting choice in municipal elections. Having served on the Charter Revision Commission, I can tell you that these statements are absolutely false. The charter sets maximums for the number of candidates that can run for any office. Up to 14 candidates can run for Town Council/Mayor, up to 12 for Board of Finance and up to 18 for Board of Ed-
ucation. The proposed charter revisions do not dictate how or who political parties nominate for local elections. Choice does not begin on Election Day; it begins with the nominating process of each political party. For the Republicans, local candidates are nominated at the biennial caucus, open to all Republicans. The party is required to run up to the maximum number of candidates for each office if the party’s electorate nominates them. There is a similar Democrat process, but it is managed by their town committee. They are the ones who decide how many candidates to run. So, given that Rochette and Dacey are members of this committee, they will decide whether to restrict your choices on the Democrat side, not the charter.
Wonder why the Democratic Town Council members are opposed to all changes even though they had two outstanding colleagues on the commission? Perhaps they should share their true agenda. The Democrats had a decade of control when they had a super majority, enjoying absolute power to do what they wanted. Local government should not be so political in nature; it should be inclusive, inviting all ideas to get at the best solutions. The charter revisions gets us back in balance by giving weight to minority opinions and to your voice. Vote “yes” for charter reform. George Millerd Berlin See Letters, A15
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>> Letters Voting ‘yes’ To the editor: Kari Drost mentioned Attorney Weber received town benefits even though he wasn’t a town employee. Am I the only one who sees something extremely wrong with that? A contracted employee getting benefits and pension from our town? Berlin taxpayers paid for that. I am tired of this, so I am voting “yes” on all five Charter Revision questions. Amy Daniele Berlin
No place for politics To the editor: We, the undersigned, are former members of the non-partisan Berlin Board of Education. Each of us who served was drawn to the Board of Education as an opportunity to serve our community on behalf of our children. To get on the ballot we sought the support of our neighbors and voters; we did not have to convince a political committee to nominate us. Once elected, we worked together for our schools and our community, without regard to politics. We listened to one another and we did what we thought was best for our schools and students, not a political party.
New finance director starts All of us share the belief that there is no place for politics in the education of our children. We are proud of our service on our non-partisan Board of Education. We ask you not to turn your back on our community’s tradition of non-partisan leadership of our schools. Vote to preserve our non-partisan Board of Education. Vote “no” on the proposed changes to the charter. Julie Erickson, George Synnott, Michelle Hartel, Irene Matulis, Gary Brochu, Kristin Campanelli, Richard Paskiewicz, John Richards, Cindy Kobus, Michael Baczewski, Kathy O’Donnell-Moss
A stronger voice To the editor: As a member of the Charter Revision Committee and a former member of the Board of Finance, I would like to correct some inconsistencies in Ms. Rochette and Mr. Dacey’s comments. The proposed charter revisions provide a stronger voice for the people of Berlin. A Board of Finance would increase transparency and accountability by electing financial professionals to the Board of Finance and administrative professionals to the council and allow taxpayers two boards with which to address their concerns, like the golfers and farmers did with new Commissions. The most important change the new charter proposes is a
six member Board of Finance consisting of three members or each party, which encourages bipartisan communication and compromise much more than a single party rule. In order for anything to pass, there has to be discussion and compromise on both sides of the aisle. This does not weaken the council, but instead allows it time to focus on governing and long term planning, which is seriously lacking under the current system. The second most important revision is the additional referendums. Currently, the voters have one referendum vote. If the budget is defeated, then the council can make small, token changes and pass a budget of their choice, with no further input from taxpayers. The voters have the final say in the new charter because any changes would have to be approved by the Board of Finance, the council, and the voters in a second referendum. The charter revision also allows for automatic referenda on major purchases over $5 million. This is a huge win for voters. As the Democrats would say, let’s protect Berlin and move forward into the 21st century with a Berlin that is more accountable and more transparent. Vote “yes” on all five charter revision questions.
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The newly-hired director, Kevin Delaney, of Hebron, is a certified public accountant. Delaney’s first day was Tuesday. He replaces Jim Wren, who left in July for a position in Bloomfield. “I think it’ll be a good combination that will hopefully help in the budget process,” Town Manager Denise McNair said of Delaney’s private and public work experience. Delaney graduated from the University of Connecticut with a degree in accounting and an MBA in finance. He has worked in the state auditors’ office as well as with CIGNA Corporation. His most recent position was as finance director for a private manufacturing company out of West Springfield, Mass. In his new role, Delaney will be paid a salary of $113,200, which was budgeted for. – Ashley Kus
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Religion Briefs Hunger Walk
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St. Paul Church has scheduled a Hunger Walk fundraiser for Sunday, Oct 23. Registration at 1:30, walk at 2:00 p.m. All proceeds benefit of the Berlin Food Pantry. For more information, call 860-4100728 or visit stpaulkensington.org/
Gettys in concert Bethany Covenant, Kensington United Methodist and Kensington Congregational Church unite to host Christian artists and hymn writers Keith and Kristyn Getty in concert on Sunday, Oct. 30, 6 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. A fee is charged.
St. Mary’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 54 Winter St., New Britain, has scheduled its annual Ukrainian Harvest Festival for Saturday, Oct. 15, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event features Ukrainian foods, tag sale, collectibles, Christmas decorations, jewelry and more. For more information, call 860-229-3833 or 860-677-2138.
Yankee Peddler Craft Fair The Berlin Congregational Church has scheduled its 89th annual Yankee Peddler Craft Fair for Saturday, Nov. 19, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rental space is available.
For more information, call For more information and tickets, visit gettys.eventbrite. Tina at 860-261-4321. com. Keith Getty also plans a free leadership session called “Hymns, Worship and the Christian Life” at 2 p.m. The session is an informal conversation discussing his experiences as a musician and church leader, the importance of music in worship and the power of congregational singing. Registration is required.
Berlin Congregational Church Worship - Berlin Congregational Church schedules Sunday worship for 10 a.m., with communion on the first Sunday of every month. Nursery care is available. Call 869-828-6586. Piano concert - Linda Wentz, pianist and en-
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Playgroup - Free playground is scheduled for Tuesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. All are welcome. Call 860-828-4511 or visit www.kensingtoncong.org.
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Parishioners at Berlin Congregational Church recently welcomed the new “Bridge” pastor, the Rev. Pamela Vollinger, celebrating her arrival with a reception held after services. From left: Carol Bartlett, Bev Peronace and Rev. Vollinger.
Kensington Congregational Church Sunday worship - 10 a.m. Bible Study is planned for Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
Bethany Covenant Sunday Worship - Modern Worship - 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship - 11 a.m., Life Together Classes for all ages 9:45 a.m.; 785 Mill St, Berlin.
United Methodist Church of East Berlin The United Methodist Church of East Berlin, 139 Main St., East Berlin, schedules services for Sundays, 10 a.m.
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Masses are scheduled for Saturdays, 4 p.m., and Sundays at 8 and 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., at 48 Cottage St., East Berlin. 860-828-0154.
St. Paul Church Mass schedule - Saturdays, 4 p.m.; Sundays, 7:30, 9, 10:30 a.m. and noon. 485 Alling St. 860-828-0331.
Catholics Coming Home St. Patrick Church, 110 Main St., Farmington, has scheduled a six-week program to help reconnect those who have become separated from the Catholic faith. Sessions are planned for Wednesdays, through Nov. 16, 7 to 8:30 p.m. The program is for anyone who feels separated and estranged from the Church and faith, for any reason, to be supported, heard and reconciled. Informal sharing and update of the Catholic faith in a sage, nurturing and supportive environment. No registration is required. For more information, call David Edwards at 860-677-4183 or email eugeneedwards5468@ icloud.com.
Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, 68 Main St., East Berlin, Sunday Eucharist, 9 a.m.
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Health Briefs
Free balance screenings Hartford HealthCare Senior Services offers free balance screenings provided by licensed physical therapists at Southington Care Center, 45 Meriden Ave. Screenings can play an important role in preventing falls. Appointments are required. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call the Southington Care Center Rehabilitation Department at 860-378-1234.
Music & Memory Southington Care Center, 45 Meriden Ave., is looking for donations of used iPods or MP3 players to engage residents in the Music & Memory program. Music has proved to be beneficial in various therapies for people who have dementia. For more information or to donate an iPod or MP3 player, call Stacy Carleton, Southington Care Center director of therapeutic recreation, at 860-378-1286.
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Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging is located at the Hospital of Central Connecticut, Bradley Memorial and New Britain General campuses, MidState Medical Center, and Windham Hospital. For more information, call 1-877-4AGING1 (1-877424-4641) or visit cthealthyaging.org.
Volunteers needed The American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery program is looking for volunteer drivers throughout Connecticut to transport cancer patients to and from treatments. Some treatments will not allow cancer patients to operate machinery, including a motor vehicle. Other patients do not have family members they can rely on for support, or their family may simply not be able to take time away from work. Volunteers should be available once a month or once a week, be age 18 to 85, have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance. For information, call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345.
Deadline for News Submissions The deadline for news submissions is Friday, by 5 p.m., for consideration for the following edition. Send to news@theberlincitizen.
Participants of the pumpkin decorating contest must pre-register, in person, at the Parks and Recreation Department office to be eligible. For more information, call 860-828-7009 or visit www. town.berlin.ct.us.
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Trunk or Treat Willard Elementary School PTO has scheduled a Trunk or Treat event for Friday, Oct. 21, 6:30 to 8 p.m., in the school parking lot. A fee, per child, is charged. Trunk registration is free. Car owners must pre-reg-
ister by Friday, Oct. 14 and are encouraged to decorate for the event. For more information, call 860-828-4151.
Winter basketball The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for the third to eighth grade boys and third to ninth grade girls basketball program. Space is limited. Deadline to register is Thursday, Oct. 27, 7 p.m., if space is still available. For more information, call 860-828-7009 or visit www. town.berlin.ct.us.
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Erwin said most schools hold their graduations at the school on the last day. Anne Reilly, chair of the Republican Town Committee, said she was approached by parents asking about graduation at the GOP’s booth at the Berlin Fair. “We feel the Board of Education should have informed the parents of graduating seniors about the change and allow parents to attend a BOE meeting to hear the BOE position and allow parents’ views to be vocalized before the vote was taken,” Reilly said.
The time of graduation also was switched, to later in the day, at 6 p.m. And graduation Bogden said that if she had day was changed to the last known the change would be day of school rather than on discussed she would have a Sunday.
attended the BOE meeting. However, the item was not on the agenda. The graduation conversation was added to the board’s agenda by a motion. During the meeting, the board discussed factors such as the all-night graduation party, which Erwin said would still be a possibility. Bogden, however, said the all-night graduation party committee is concerned that seniors will now be rushed through graduation. “How will they have time for everything?” she said. The all-night graduation party committee needs students at the party at 9 p.m.
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Richard Benson, a Republican who joined PROTEC a few weeks ago, served on a previous Charter Revision Commission. “There’s no need for this change that I can see,” he said.
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15. EXTENT AND NATURE OF CIRCULATION a. Total Number of Copies (Net press run)
(1)
b. Legitimate Paid and/or Requested Distribution (2) (By Mail and Outside the Mail)
Outside Country Paid/Requested Mail Subscriptions stated on PS Form 3541. (Include direct written request from recipient, telemarketing and Internet requests from recipient, paid subscriptions including nominal rate subscriptions, employer requests, advertiser’s proof copies, and exchange copies) In-Country Paid/Requested Mail Subscriptions stated on PS Form 3541 (Include direct written request from recipient, telemarketing and Internet requests from recipient, paid subscriptions including nominal rate subscriptions, employer requests, advertiser’s proof copies, and exchange copies) Sales Through Dealers and Carriers, Street Vendors, Counter Sales, and Other Paid or Requested Distribution Outside USPS® Requested Copies Distributed by Other Mail Classes Through the USPS (e.g. First-Class Mail®)
Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months
9,304 9,207
No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest To Filing Date
9,297 9,139
6,082 5,980
6,037 6,043
c. Total Paid and/or Requested Circulation (Sum of 15b (1), (2), (3), and (4)) Outside Country Nonrequested Copies Stated on PS Form 3541 (include Sample copies, Requests Over 3 years old, Requests induced by a Premium, (1) Bulk Sales and Requests including Association Requests, Names obtained from Business Directories, Lists, and other sources) d. Nonrequested In-Country Nonrequested Copies Distribution Stated on PS Form 3541 (include Sample copies, Requests Over 3 years old, Requests (By Mail induced by a Premium, Bulk Sales and and Outside (2) Requests including Association Requests, the Mail) Names obtained from Business Directories, Lists, and other sources) Nonrequested Copies Distributed Through the USPS by Other Classes of Mail (e.g.First-Class Mail, Nonrequestor Copies mailed in excess ® (3) of 10% Limit mailed at Standard Mail or Package Service Rates) Nonrequested Copies Distributed Outside (4) the Mail (Include Pickup Stands, Trade Shows, Showrooms and Other Sources)
5,980 6,082
6,043 6,037
2,467 2,526
2,446 2,450
200
200
e. Total Nonrequested Distribution (Sum of 15d (1), (2), (3), and (4)
3,075 3,324 9,304 9,157
3,050 3,254 9,297 9,087
N/A 50 9,304 9,207
N/A 50 9,297 9,137
61.4227 66.
99 64.44 66.
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(4)
f. Total Distribution (Sum of 15c and e) g. Copies not Distributed (See Instructions to Publishers #4 (page #3)) h. Total (Sum of 15f and g) i. Percent Paid and/or Requested Circulation 24 64.
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U.S. POSTAL SERVICE STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP, MANAGEMENT AND CIRCULATION PS Form 3526-R (Requester Publications Only) 1. PUBLICATION TITLE, THE BERLIN CITIZEN 2. PUBLICATION NO., 017-666 September 2016 3. FILING DATE, October 1, 28, 2014 4. ISSUE FREQUENCY, Weekly. 5. NO. OF ISSUES PUBLISHED ANNUALLY, 52 6. ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION PRICE, None S. Broad St. Meriden, CT 06450-0915 7. COMPLETE MAILING ADDRESS OF KNOWN OFFICE OF PUBLICATION, 500 11 Crown Street, (County of New Haven) Contact Person, David Pare, Telephone 203-317-2407. 8. COMPLETE MAILING ADDRESS OF HEADQUARTERS OR GENERAL BUSINESS OFFICE OF PUBLISHER, 500 S. Broad St. Meriden, CT 06450-0915 11 Crown Street, 9. FULL NAMES AND COMPLETE MAILING ADDRESSES OF PUBLISHER, EDITOR AND MANAGING EDITOR: S. Broad St., St. Meriden, CT 06450. EDITOR: Eliot C. White, 500 S. BroadSt., St. Meriden, CT PUBLISHER: Eliot C. White, 500 11 Crown 11 Crown Nick Carroll, 50011 S. Crown Broad St. 06450. MANAGING EDITOR: Olivia Lawrence, St., Meriden, CT 06450. S. Broad St. Meriden, CT 06450. Stockholders owning or holding one percent or 10. OWNER: The Record-Journal Publishing Co., 500 11 Crown Street, EliotC. C.White, White,15 15Canoe CanoeBirch BirchCourt, Court,Berlin, Berlin,CT CT06037, 06037,Susan LeslieW. H.White, White,15 250 East Main Meriden, CT 06450, Susan more: Eliot Canoe Birch Street Court,#8, Berlin, CT 06037, Elizabeth W.White, White, 70 15 Milici CanoeCircle, Birch Court, Berlin, CT 06037, Elizabeth 70 Drive, Milici Apt. Circle, Parisi, 40 Runge B. Meriden, CT 06450, Melinda Parisi,B.25White, Nutmeg A, Meriden, Meriden, CT CT 06450, 06451, Melinda First Baptist Church, Drive, Meriden, 06451, CT Harkil & Co., Webster Trust, 123 Bank Waterbury, 06702, A/CMuschinsky, of First Baptist Church,Hill A/C of 460 Broad Street,CT Meriden, 06450, Bodin Muschinsky, P.O. BoxStreet, 465, Portland, CTCT 06480, Evon 72 Walnut Road, MidState Center, Alison Muschinsky, 106 Olympus Parkway, CT 06457, 120Malibu, Robin Circle, East Lyme,Medical CT 06333, Sarah WhiteW.Rogers, 1776 Cedar Lane, Vero Beach,Middletown, FL 32963, Allan White, Bodin 29672 Muschinsky, Zuma Bay Way, CA Tolland, CT 06084, Evon Muschinsky, P.O. Box 476, Vernon, CT 06066, Sarah White Rogers, 1776 Cedar Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32963, 90265, Allan H. Church, Buck HillMalibu, Lane, Pond Ridge,Allan NY 10576, YMCA, Inc., 110 CT 06450, F. Allan White, 29672 Zuma20Bay Way, CA 90265, H. Church, 20 Buck HillWest Lane,Main PondStreet, Ridge,Meriden, NY 10576, YMCA,Michael Inc., 110 Killian, Hamlin Brook Southington, 06489 W. Main56St., Meriden, CTPass, 06450, Michael F. CT Killian, 56 Hamlin Brook Path, Southington, CT 06489. 11. KNOWN BONDHOLDERS, MORTGAGEES, AND OTHER SECURITY HOLDERS OWNING OR HOLDING 1 PERCENT OR MORE OF TOTAL AMOUNT OF BONDS, MORTGAGES OR OTHER SECURITIES. If none, check box � None. ❑ 12. Tax Status (For completion by nonprofit organizations authorized to mail at nonprofit rates) (Check One) The purpose, function, and nonprofit status of this organization and the exempt status for federal income tax purposes ❑ HAS NOT CHANGED DURING PRECEDING 12 MONTHS ❑ HAS CHANGED DURING PRECEDING 12 MONTHS (Publisher must submit explanation of change with this statement) 13. PUBLICATION NAME, The Berlin Citizen 2016 14. ISSUE DATE FOR CIRCULATION DATA, Sept. Sept. 22, 4, 2014
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A28 Thursday, October 13, 2016
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Berlin trails will connect open space areas “You can hike the parcels out that way for hours,” said Karl Lewis, a longtime member of the conservation commission.
By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
There will soon be a network of trails through the town’s open space areas.
Lewis is one of the many locals who visits the trails throughout the year. The marked paths extend for miles, with views of Berlin and Meriden.
The trails will connect Kensington Orchards to the newly acquired Chotkowski property. “We wanted to acquire properties as linkage,” said Jim Mahoney, town coordinator for economic development. “We’re linking the current trails to the new ones.” Kensington Orchards opened a year ago with a parking lot and marked trails. The area was an orchard until the 1960’s. Kensington Orchards, Chamberlain Highway, Berlin. The 71-acre Chotkowski property was acquired in March 2015 from the Chotkowski family for $1.2 million, including a $500,000 grant from the state’s Open Space and Watershed Land
| Ashley Kus, The Berlin Citizen
Acquisition Program. The town is looking to integrate the two areas to complete the connection of open space from Chamberlain Highway to Kensing-
The Town’s Hatchery Brook Conservation Area and Bicentennial Park are both included in the connection.
One of the newest additions at the orchards is a black decorative gate that prevents vehicles from entering. The gate was donated by Brendan McLarty, a student at the University of Connecticut.
Lewis is pleased to see people taking advantage of the trails. “We’ve been able to preserve the character of South Kensington,” he said. “These are some of the most beautiful spots in town.”
McLarty’s parents’ company, Coastland Enterprises, helped improve the orchards last year with a new parking lot, driveway, and wood-chip covered trails.
Mahoney was also happy with the amount of trails that have been added in town. He said it was part of the goal of the Plan of Conservation and Development to create more open space areas for people to enjoy. “I think we’re making great strides,” he said.
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