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Superintendent discusses new school year By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
BERLIN — Superintendent David Erwin sat down less than a week before the start of the 2017-18 school year to discuss his upcoming retirement, Principal Francis Kennedy’s departure in November and more administrative changes. “It’s bittersweet,” Erwin said. After 43 years as an educator, going on Berlin High School band members attend band camp, Aug. 24. Band Director Jeff Sirois said, “They’re great kids. They’re enthusiastic.” | Photos by Ashley Kus, The Berlin Citizen
BHS band takes on Green Day By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
The Berlin High School band will be marching out on the field playing “Holiday,” the first in a lineup of Green Day songs, for the first home football game of the season, Friday, Sept. 8.
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Tavern room re-creation to debut at the fair By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
With a couple more weeks until the Berlin Fair, preparations are in place around the fairgrounds with the town’s Historical Society getting ready to debut its new attractions.
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Woodin and dozens of her schoolmates attended band camp last week to rehearse not only Green Day’s punk rock genre of music, but also formations.
gan with lessons in band fundamentals for incoming freshmen. The big work started Tuesday, Aug. 22 with the members learning their places in the changing formations. Camp week gives the members an extended opportunity to learn and rehearse
until it is all memorized. “We do it so many times it becomes a habit,” Woodin said. Along with performing at football games, the band has four competitions on tap. “They’re great kids,” Sirois said. “They’re enthusiastic.”
“We’ll know them by the end of the week,” said Aidan Rich, a junior.
“The freshmen are really responsive this year,” Woodin said. “It’s a lot of work to do,” Christina added.
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Berlin High School band members attend band camp, Aug. 24. | Photos by Ashley Kus,
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Drum majors Woodin and Mariel Christina, also a senior, led the band as they practiced moving with and without their instruments around the high school parking lot.
Band director Jeff Sirois said he is looking forward to people enjoying the music during the games and competitions. “I always try to do something fun,” he said. “The kids are excited about it.” Last year, the band performed songs by The Beatles. Past years have included concert-style pieces and Billy Joel songs. “We’re changing decades this year,” Sirois said. “It’s fun to include music people recognize.” Besides the “Holiday” opener, the band will also perform “Good Riddance,” “Basket Case,” and “Still Breathing.”
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“Every year we do a different theme,” said Lorraine Stub of the historical society.
Ken Ayers created the locomotive engine which will be set up as a cut-out for picture-taking in the Historical Society barn at the Berlin Fair. The train was painted by Janice Jacobs. | Photos courtesy of Lorraine Stub
The museum barn by the south gate of the fairgrounds will bring people back in time with a historical recreation of a tavern room. Stub said during the days of the Boston Post Road travelers came through town in horse drawn stagecoaches and stopped at taverns along the way. Worthington Ridge housed the Berlin Hotel, the Loveland Tavern and the Fuller Tavern. All three are now private homes. The Beckley Tavern was on the site of today’s Stonebridge Condominiums on Wethersfield Road near
Several volunteers have been working on the exhibit since April. One of the continuing themes will be the Berlin Train Station which burned down in December.
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According to research by the society, George Washington reportedly ate at both the Fuller Tavern and the Beckley Tavern during separate trips to the area.
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Kennedy’s exit adds to a list of administrative changes this year.
Kennedy will be leaving in November for a position as associate director at the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
At McGee Middle School, Timothy Chiaverini will be the new assistant principal, replacing David Kitzman, who was appointed principal of Griswold Elementary
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School. Kitzman replaces Laurie Gjerpen, who left Griswold to become district director of literacy and social studies. Gjerpen replaces Deb Thibault, who retired. The assistant principal at Griswold this year will be Megan Sirois, who replaces
“It’s been a large number of folks this year and we have some brand new people starting out,” Erwin said.
Erwin and members of central office will greet high schoolers on the first day of school Wednesday before making the rounds to the other schools in town.
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Around 40 new staff members will be welcomed to the district, including those hired in the middle of last year, during convocation Monday. The program will take place at the high school for the first time since renovations were completed.
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“The kids keep you young,” Erwin said. “It’s great to see the wonderment of the kindergarteners, to high schoolers starting their last year.”
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The search to find another assistant superintendent will occur soon, along with looking for a new Berlin High
“(Francis Kennedy has) done a very nice job here in Berlin,” Erwin said.
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School principal. The position is currently posted.
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career decisions of my life,” Kennedy said earlier this week. “This community has been such a delight to be part of.”
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therefore strengthening the relationship between the department and the community, and reducing any suspicions, fears or misconceptions the public may have about police officers and the department. Planned informational presentations include criminal investigations (major crime, fraud, drug investigations),
police operations (patrol and the communications center), specialized units (K9, dive team, ATV, bicycle), traffic endorsement, crash investigation and more. Eligibility requirements: reside or work full-time within the Town of Berlin; 21 years of age or older; no outstanding warrants or pending criminal cases; no
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Berlin Upbeat plans to sell ride wristbands for the Berlin Fair through Tuesday, Sept. 12, at all school offices. The ride wristband is $20 and is good for unlimited rides on Friday, Sept. 15 only. They do not cover the cost of admission.
For more information, contact Jack Rudy at jrudy@berlinschools.org.
Wristbands are also available at the following school open houses:
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The week began with the 3 game series in Bridgeport. On Wednesday, Jake McGuiggan got his 100th career hit with an RBI single. Jamar Walton had 8 hits in that 3 game series alone, which brought him closer to getting his 1,000th career hit. He is currently 8 hits away from that feat. In the weekend series with Long Island, Kyle Simon threw his league leading 5th complete game on Saturday. On Sunday, Jonathan Griffin hit a grand slam to spark a Bees comeback, erasing a 4 run deficit. It was the first grand slam at home since Jon Jones hit one on June 17th, 2016 against Sugar Land, and the team’s second one overall on the season. Coming up this week, the Bees will play 4 games against the Sugar Land Skeeters, and then 4 more against Long Island. The Sugar Land series was originally scheduled to be played in Texas, however the series was moved to New Britain Stadium due to Hurricane Harvey. No admission will be charged for those 4 games, however fans are encouraged to make a donation to the American Red Cross by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or texting HARVEY to 90999. The Skeeters will serve as the home team in the series. After that set concludes, the Bees will travel to Central Islip to face the Ducks.
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Religious Services / Events Hunger walk St. Paul Church of Kensington plans to host a Hunger Walk fundraiser for Sunday, Oct. 22. Registration at 1:30 p.m.; walk at 2 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Berlin Food Pantry. For more information and to register, call 860-410-0728.
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Tot time - Free Tot Time, Thursdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m., featuring play session, crafts, snack and more.
Choir, bell ringers - The Berlin Congregational Church invites anyone interested in joining the choir or bell ringers to call 860-828-6586.
Sunday worship at 9:30 a.m.; 785 Mill St., Berlin.
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Kensington United Methodist Church Kensington United Methodist Church, 103 Hotchkiss St., Sunday worship, 9 a.m. The church has scheduled a prayer service for the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.
St. Paul Church Mass schedule - Saturdays, 4 p.m.; Sundays, 7:30, 9, 10:30 a.m. and noon, 485 Alling St. Call 860-828-0331.
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Obituaries Lucille Lopez NEW BRITAIN — Lucille Piquette Morin Lopez of Anasco, P.R., passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2017, with her loving husband by her side. After working at Emhart for 20 plus years, she retired in 1997 and moved to Puerto Rico. She most enjoyed working with her daughter, Elaine at her consignment shop, romance novels, her baby doll collection, bingo, and scratch tickets. Also trips to the casino with her husband. In addition, she made the best homemade spaghetti sauce that we still make today! Lucille was a very hard
worker and worked many years of her life. She will be missed by her family and especially her husband, Angel D. Lopez. She leaves her husband and caretaker, Angel D. Lopez; her six children, Corrine (Ronald) Willard, Edward (Dora) Morin, Diane (Austin) Grady, Benjamin Morin, Elaine Morin (Benseghir) and Emil Morin; her sisters, Jeannette Roy and Marie (Terry) Calcinari; and many nieces and nephews; plus 15 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her brothers, Emil, Joseph, and Conrad Piquette; and her sisters, Irene Sunbury and Doris Kannenburg. Services were held in Puerto Rico.
New Britain High School plans 4 class reunions
New Britain High School Class of 1950 has scheduled an “ 85th Birthday Party” for New Britain High School Class of 1950 for Sunday, Sept, 10, noon to 4 p.m., at Nucci’s Restaurant, Forestville. Email knapsack.molly@ gmail.com.
Timothy Oakes, a member of the Berlin Board of Education, recently achieved the level of Certificated Board of Education Member in the CABE Board Member Academy for the 2016-17 school year.
Oakes was one of 58 board of education members recognized for their achievement in participat-
ing in numerous hours of board-related professional development activities.
A board member must accumulate at least 20 credits to become a Certificated Board of Education Member. Areas of study are designed to strengthen leadership skills and give members a firm foundation in the essential governance
skills needed to carry out their responsibilities.
The areas of study are board relations with the superintendent, community and each other; policy; curriculum; school finance; school law; labor relations; board operations. — Press Release
Berlin High School open house slated Sept. 6 Berlin High School “Parent Open House Back to School Night” is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 6, 6:30 p.m. Parents will follow their child’s schedule for an abbreviated version
of the school day, to meet teachers. Berlin High School parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 5, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., and Thursday, Oct. 19, 12:30 to
2:30 p.m. Conferences must be scheduled using Canyon Creek scheduled software, which will be made available on the Berlin High School home page closer to the conference dates.
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Picking town manager is no picnic By Olivia L. Lawrence Citizen staff
Several area towns are in the throes of finding a new town manager. You know “throes” − “intense or violent pain and struggle, especially accompanying great change,” according to the word tomes. Okay, a bit hyperbolic, but I like the implication. As can be expected there have been a few squabbles and delays along the way as the towns undertake the arduous hiring process. In Southington, Town Manager Garry Brumback plans to retire early next year. Whether to appoint Mark Sciota, deputy town manager, or go through a search process has split the council. There’s also been a lot of chatter about who knew what when and whether or not certain discussions were appropriate after Brumback announced his plans. In Berlin, the process has taken place under the shadow of whether or not the town should have even been in the position of having to hire a new town manager – some folks say the former town manager was just fine and
didn’t need to be replaced (controversy lingers over just how mutual that departure was.)
of about $23,000.
“The town manager is responsible for the achieveThe goal is to get a replacement of tangible results ment by 2018 and have that through people. Work inperson shadow Milone bevolves a certain degree of In July, Berlin’s search comfore he leaves. The consulurgency to produce and will mittee decided to keep tant will present candidates require firm dealing with looking as only five people to a committee of councilors people to achieve results. applied and two withdrew who will then pick finalists Work involves planning, before interviews. for the full council to assess budget making, problem and make the final pick. solving and organizing with For now, Public Works Directhe authority to make decitor Jack Healy, is covering as This consultant already has sions as well as delegate to interim town manager and conducted interviews with others. This employee has to he recently applied for the councilors and department perform within state statutes position. According to the leaders about what they’d Town Charter the town man- like to see in a town manager. and local ordinances. The work environment is relaager must live in town. Healy The plan is to get interviews tively unpredictable and relives in Litchfield. set up for fall. quires the ability to manage “I think it’s unfortunate that In general, town manager many projects at once. Althis process has taken as long pay starts in the neighborthough governed by policies, as it has,” said town Counhood of $150,000 along the manager must frequently cilor Rachel Rochette. with various other add-on act without precedent.” benefits. Mayor Mark Kaczynski said The description goes to disit might become necessary It’s a big deal to find just the cuss the need to maintain to hire a search consultant to right person and in a quest to public relations between help with the process. learn more about the criteria the town and its citizens, I Googled “What makes a the press, as well as federal, “We’re looking for the whole good town manager?” state and local governmenpackage,” Kaczynsk said, detal agencies. In addition to scribing the government and That didn’t yield too much, thorough knowledge of mufinancial experience along but I did find a couple of nicipal management and with the people skills that gems. One came from The community problems, the would fit the bill. Maine Municipal Association which listed 20 job tasks town manager “must be able Cheshire did hire a search to react quickly to changa town manager is likely to consultant after Michael Mi- perform and 17 desirable ing situations which may be lone, town manager since physically taxing.” qualities he or she should 2000, announced his plans possess (https://www.meAn interview from way back to retire. The council unanimun.org/SchoolsProject/Re- in 2004, published in the Trimously voted to hire GovHR sources/officials/towm_mgr. City Voice, based in Fremont, USA, an Illinois firm, at a cost htm).
California, gave an insider’s view of what a municipality should look for as that town began its search. The publication spoke with City Manager Alberto Huezo, in nearby Newark California about the requirements of the job. It’s well worth the read. (http://www.tricityvoice.com/articledisplay. php?a=2350) In this lengthy interview, Huezo makes a lot of good points about the intricacies of working for a town, but a few in particular stuck out. He talks about the job in terms of leadership, not just management. “You have to be skillful in developing a very strong vision (with the council and the community) that people can support.” He talks extensively about the importance of the town manager being very involved in the community, learning its culture and being a stakeholder. He also emphasizes the importance of keeping up employee morale, in good times and bad. Huezo says all that takes exceptional listening skills. Berlin’s mayor recognized this as well, saying something similar: “People skills are very high on the list.”
Letters to the Editor Private industry experience a plus To the editor: My name is Sal Bordonaro and I am running for the Board of Finance for the Republican Party this fall. I have lived in Berlin the past 35 years and reside in town with my wife, Susan, and our two sons, David and Steven. I’ve had a successful 40-year career in the aerospace industry, holding various leadership positions including president of Kaman Helicopters and director of finance for Kaman Aerospace Corporation. I know how to manage and work with sizable
time candidate running for Town Council and I want to earn your vote. I am a proud first-generation American, who grew up with Italian parents and grandparents. I have The financial crisis at the state level been married since 2010 to my wife, has created great uncertainty and my Beth, and we have been blessed goal is to help mitigate tax increases with two children, Damiano, who is with cost effective solutions while 3 years old and Tessa, who is 2. We supporting economic development purchased our first home in 2009 growth. and have been Berlin residents since Sal Bordonaro then. We love this town and want to Berlin contribute to its success. budgets and want the opportunity to take my private industry experience to help create a fiscally responsible budget for our town.
Stability needed To the editor: My name is Alex Giannone a first
In times of uncertainty, I want to be the one you entrust to bring stability.
Eager to serve To the editor: I am Amy Maier Daniele and I am a first time candidate for Town Council. As a lifelong resident of Berlin, I love this wonderful town. I am a pharmacist in Managed Care and my husband and I are happily raising our two daughters here. Over the years I have coached soccer, co-led Girl Scouts, taught CCD and sat on the board of a local cemetery. I have met and worked with many wonderful townspeople.
Alex Giannone I look forward to meeting the many I Berlin
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attached to each tennis net to hold those sharp lids off a new can of tennis balls and players’ empty disposable water bottles.
I couldn’t wait to bring my kids over to play, since we couldn’t play at McGee as Amy Maier Daniele their tennis courts were next Berlin to be upgraded.
Kudos for Abercrombie To the editor: I would like to give kudos to Rep. Cathy Abercrombie (Meriden, Berlin) for her work and participation in a rally that took place at the State Capitol on Aug. 23. Hundreds of people with intellectual disabilities, their families and private, nonprofit staff who support them descended on the Capitol to tell legislators to pass a state budget that will end the cuts to the private, non-profit agencies that serve individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families.
Sadly, what did we spend the first 10 minutes doing at the high school? Picking up water and Gatorade bottles on the basketball courts and from the behind the fence that backs up to the field near the track, where I walk regularly. How sad is it that the guys we saw the night before getting a good workout playing basketball must have ‘‘left it all on the courts”... including their common sense. How can you hope the place will stay looking like new if
Council and Sal Bordonaro and Kevin Guite for Board of Finance. I am also happy to see Sam Lomaglio rejoining our new Board of Finance Suzanne Helm and Paul Eshoo running for Berlin another term on the Police Commission. New faces Fresh ideas needed and proven leaders working together can bring fresh To the editor: ideas and new perspectives As a lifelong resident of Berfor moving our great town lin, I have watched this town forward. grow and change over the As I witness the messes in years. My family has always Hartford and Washington, been active in town. My great-aunt was the town trea- it is clear that we need to do things differently. I look forsurer, my grandfather was a ward to hearing new ideas fire marshal, and I have had the pleasure of being elected from all our candidates and working with the entire Reto the Town Council, Board publican team to protect our of Assessment Appeals, and town, and our wallets, from a the Police Commission. descent into mediocrity. From my perspective as an Kari Drost active participant in the BerBerlin lin community, I am excited to see new faces such as my sister, Amy Maier Daniele and Alex Giannone for Town
you are too lazy to put your empty bottles in the blue recycling can that practically blocks your exit?
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The message resonated at the rally that full funding is needed for the agencies who have partnered with the state in providing these critical services to the state’s most needy citizens. Rep. Abercrombie acknowledged the work that the community non-profit providers do and recognized that the state would not be able to do it without them. She has been a champion and advocate for people with intellectual disabilities and their families.
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Voelpel was captivated by the fast-paced action. “It was a blast playing,” he said. “The atmosphere, teams competing … I’ve been hooked ever seen.” Voelpel became aware of the AUDL while mentoring a friend who was attending a golf academy in Orlando. Voelpel learned of a tryout for the Jacksonville Cannons and he made the team. He spent his first season, in 2016, with the Cannons. Now, having completed his second season in the AUDL, Voelpel plans to complete his last semester at the University of Vermont.
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In Brief Berlin robotics team to host golf tournament The Berlin robotics team has scheduled a golf tournament fundraiser for Monday, Sept. 11, at Timberlin Golf Course. The event includes a shotgun start scramble, barbecue lunch, dinner and awards. Registration is scheduled for 10:30 a.m.; shotgun start at noon, dinner and awards at 5:30 p.m. Proceeds help defray the teams’ costs for the upcoming season.
Plainville church to host peach Kiwanis welcoming shortcake festival new members The Plainville United Meth-
For more information and to register, visit www.planmygolfevent.com/30872-NuttyGolfTournament/ or Jonathan Hrenko at NuttyGolfTournament@gmail. com.
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For more information, call Charlie Eisenhofer at 860-826-5517.
Berlin Kiwanis is looking for service-minded men Sports submissions and women interested in volunteering, leading projThe Berlin Citizen wants to know what your favorite local ects, networking, and having fun, all while helping the teams are up to. Coaches, team managers, even players community. and parents, are welcome to Even a little bit of time will keep us posted. make a difference.
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odist Church, 56 Red Stone Hill, has scheduled its annual peach shortcake festival for Friday, Sept. 8, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Shortcake will be served at the church or can be ordered for take-out. Free delivery for shortcake orders of 10 or more is provided. For more information or to place an order, contact Greg Michaud at 860-7939590 or the church office at 860-747-2328.
Fall recreation programs The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for its fall programs. Registration is accepted in person or at www. town.berlin.ct.us. Programs include Power Yoga, Introduction to Yoga, Tai Chi (for Osteoporosis and Fall Prevention), Kangoo Power, Kindergarten Puppy Training, Basic Dog Obedience, Dog Obedience Challenge Course and Better Basic Dog Obedience.
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‘Little Heart Hero Day’ at Lyman Orchards The American Heart Association has scheduled the fifth annual “Little Heart Hero Day” for Sunday, Sept. 10, noon to 3 p.m., at Lyman Orchards, 32 Reeds Gap Road. Middlefield. The event, for Connecticut families who have a child with a congenital heart defect, includes activities, crafts, games, and lunch, rain or shine. The event is free, but space is limited. Registration is required by Sept. 3. For more information and to RSVP, contact Christina Asaro at 203-3033340 or christina.asaro@ heart.org.
Firefighter volunteers sought 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.
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The Community Renewal Team, Inc., RSVP team initiated the Volunteer Medical Transportation Program to help bridge the transportation gap facing seniors 55-plus who experience challenges getting to non-emergency medical appointments in their hometown or nearby. The program serves seniors and veterans from Berlin, Southington and New Britain. For more information, or if a senior or veteran is in need of a ride, contact Theresa Strong, at 860-519-3484 or email Strongt@crtct.org.
Health programs Mouth care - Hartford HealthCare Senior Services has scheduled a free program “Let Your Mouth Care be Your BFF (Brush, Floss and Follow Up)!” for Wednesday, Sept. 27, 1 p.m., at the Senor Center. Nursing degree candidates from the University of Hartford plan to discuss maintaining a healthy mouth and why it’s important. Seating is limited. For more information and to RSVP, call 860-828-7006.
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Communicating with siblings about money, aging parents By Jeff Jolly Special to the Citizen
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Many adult children are called upon to help their aging parents as life changes set in, yet only 65 percent of siblings report talking about money with one another, according to research by Ameriprise Financial.
Set aside your differences. When your parents need help, don’t waste your time re-hashing old family feuds. Keep yourself in check if you are tempted to fall into old patterns of behavior that may alienate grown-up siblings. You may not be able to control how your siblings behave, but you can control your own actions.
Determine key priorities. You’ll accomplish more – and potentially spar less – when everyone is committed to common goals. Assess what financial matters you and your siblings will need to manage together. If your parFinancial conversations beents’ safety is a primary contween siblings become inev- cern, find agreement about itable, as brothers and sisters the support and services they manage their parents’ money need to remain safely in the matters, including estate family home. If it’s time for planning, healthcare, retireyour parents to move to an ment income and wills. assisted living facility, put your energy into seeking a In the event that you have solution. shared responsibilities with your siblings down the road, Schedule time to talk. it’s important to make sure Schedule regular check-ins your family is on the same with your siblings to discuss page. Here are some tips to pressing topics related to help you and your siblings your parents’ care, includhave civil conversations ing how finances are being about money-related family managed. Frequent convermatters: sations can help diminish While only 15 percent of siblings have conflicts over money, when siblings do spar over finances, it’s usually about their parents’ situation.
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Money conversations can be emotional and hard to initiate, but keep in mind that there are benefits to having open communication. Families who are willing to tackle money-related topics are often more confident about their ability to handle financial challenges and work toward their goals.
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Be open to advice. Bringing outside sources into your inner circle can help provide unbiased guidance as you enter this new phase of life. Your parents’ tax preparer, financial planner and other trusted advisors could provide an important bridge to understanding their current financial situation. Once you’re ready to plan the next steps for your family, consider working with a single financial advisor. This approach allows the advisor to help you create a comprehensive plan that addresses everyone’s needs and concerns.
Nearly 100 coffee flavors and a variety of brews will soon be available for people to enjoy at Cafe Busy Bean on Main Street.
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Colorful mugs and dozens of coffee syrups line the wall behind the counter next to an orange neon “coffee” sign. The case across from the main seating area, by the entrance, will hold ice cream from Shady Glen in Manchester.
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State seeing ‘rapid buildup’ of mosquitoes with West Nile virus By Andrew Ragali Record-Journal staff
Researchers are reporting a “rapid buildup” of West Nile virus infected mosquitoes in the state.
Hovhannisyan will serve crepes, made in-house, which can be paired with the ice cream in crepe cones.
As of Thursday, Aug. 24, mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus had been found in 20 towns the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station said in a statement.
“What makes this unique is the crepes,” he said. “You can have them with coffee and ice cream.”
tially increases the risk of infection.” “We are seeing rapid build-up of West Nile viThere have been no rerus within the mosquito ported human or horse population especially in cases of West Nile virus Fairfield and New Haand associated illnesses ven counties with spread acquired in Connecticut so into new regions includfar this year. Since 2000, 131 ing Hartford County,” said human cases of the illness Dr. Philip Armstrong, a os have been reported, includm a l medical entomologist at Hab ñol ing three fatalities. • FHA the station. “We are also Espa • VA detecting the virus more Researchers at the station • USDA frequently in human-biting • 203K Streamline/Full 203K have 91 mosquito traps • Multi Family mosquitoes which substan- set up in 72 towns. Cap• Conventional
Nearly all of Cafe Busy Bean’s products are local, though some coffee is imported from Italy. The cafe will be open for early breakfast until the evening.
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Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.
Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
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476 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-535-0149 Family owned/operated. Former proprietors of the Neptune Diner in Wallingford. Extensive menu for all tastes. Breakfasts, luncheons and special dinners. All baking on premises.
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Town of Berlin – Assessor’s Office EXEMPTION FOR PERMANENTLY AND TOTALLY DISABLED The Assessor’s Office would like to remind Berlin citizens that there is a property tax exemption in the amount of a $1000 reduction on an assessment to certain persons who are permanently and totally disabled. (CGS §12-81(55)) To be eligible for this exemption, a person must: 1. be a Connecticut resident; 2. be either the record owner of, hold life use in, or be the beneficiary of a trust estate with respect to the property on which the exemption will be applied. (Exception: this Exemption ceases upon the death of the totally disabled person.) 3. be receiving permanent total 100% disability benefits from one of the following: (A) The Social Security Administration or; (B) A federal, state or local government retirement or disability plan (including that provided by the Railroad Retirement Act) or any government-related teacher’s retirement plan, containing qualification requirements comparable to those of the Social Security Administration; and
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TOWN OF BERLIN, ASSESSOR’S OFFICE VETERANS’ LOCAL OPTION EXEMPTION The Assessor’s Office would like to inform all Veterans that the income guidelines to qualify for an additional exemption of $3,000 local option in addition to the regular veteran exemption are as follows: $57,300 for single veterans and $64,500 for married veterans. Veterans should provide copies of their 2016 income from all sources which may include their Federal Tax Return, 1099 Statement from Social Security and all other sources of income. Veterans must file for this exemption every two years. Applications must be on file by October 2, 2017 to qualify for the Grand List of 2017. If you have any questions, please call the Assessor’s Office at 860-828-7039. 71025
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Berlin Legal VETERANS & ADDITIONAL VETERANS EXEMPTIONS Veterans applying for Veterans & Additional Veterans Exemptions must come into the Assessor’s Office on or before Monday, October 2, 2017. (CGS §§12-81(19) and 12-81g) Veterans who are new residents or recently discharged that have not filed their DD-214 must do so by October 2, 2017.* Veterans applying for additional veterans benefits must provide copies of their 2016 income from all sources which may include their Federal Tax Return, 1099 Statement from Social Security and all other sources of income. The income limit for married applicants is $42,900 and $35,200 for single applicants. *Veterans must have served at least ninety (90) days during wartime served prior to August 2, 1990. Veterans must file for this exemption every two years. REMINDER: FILING OF DISABLED VETERANS DISABILITY CERTIFICATE The Assessor’s Office would like to remind disabled Veterans that they must file their Disability Certificate from the Veterans Administration with the Assessor’s Office by October 2, 2017. The Disability Certificate must be filed only if the disability rating has changed until the Veteran reaches age 65. At age 65, filing is no longer required. The Veteran must notify the Assessor’s Office when they turn age 65. If you have any questions, please contact the Assessor’s Office at (860) 828-7039.
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