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Pathway opens at Percival Park By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
Games at Percival Park’s soccer field will now be easier to access thanks to a new pathway. “It’s a great improvement,” said Greg Starr, an official with the Berlin Youth Soccer Association. The association partnered with several The official opening of the new pathway at Percival Park. | Greg Starr, contributed
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Music director plans to keep traditions, add new twists
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With the annual Berlin High School cabaret event a little more than a month away, Director of Choral Music Tyler Boyle is making sure his students are prepared with a variety of musical numbers. “They sound amazing,” Boyle said of the first rehearsal.
Before the deputy chief is sworn in as the new police chief, he and the lieutenant replacing him could each receive a town payout of over $20,000 for unused sick time. “The main purpose of this meeting is to establish and see if the people appointed to the positions accept what we would like to give for benefits and pay,” said Bob Peters, chairman of the police commission.
The Hartford resident, originally from Long Island, took over Kathryn Scherer’s position after she left the district at the end of last school year.
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Clothing, goods collection for veterans The Knights of Columbus, Berlin Lions Club and Upbeat Lions House have scheduled a clothing and goods collection for military veterans through Oct. 28.
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Report details incoming police chief’s ‘inappropriate’ comments In response to the investigation, Police Commission Chairman Robert Peters said during the Sept. 23 meeting that the entire depart-
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Inappropriate comments by Deputy Police Chief John Klett included the use of a homosexual slur and graphic sexual language with coworkers, according to an investigative report by an outside law firm. Deputy Police Chief John Klett. | File photo
rassment, according to the report. They were, however, “undeniably inappropriate for the workplace,” particularly “when the person making the comments is in a leadership position,” the report states. The complaint described 10 different instances of Klett reportedly making inappropriate comments to other members of the department over the last several years. In one instance, Klett used a homosexual slur to refer
to another officer’s clothing. Officers interviewed for the report, who were present during or the subject of comments, said they were not offended by the statements, which is in part why Klett’s behavior did not create a hostile work environment, according to the report.
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>> Cabaret in our program,” said BHS Principal Francis Kennedy. “... now is the perfect time for someone like Tyler to build on this.”
Dollar Tree opened Thursday, Sept. 21, on Webster Square Road in the Ocean State Job Lot plaza. | Ashley Kus, The Berlin Citizen
Dollar Tree opens By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
A Dollar Tree store has opened in the Ocean State Job Lot plaza on Webster Square Road.
“It will be a different shopping destination for residents,” said Chris Edge, economic development director for the town. The new store is located near the former Acura dealership, which is currently
for sale. Edge said the new store will bring more people to the area and open up further opportunities for development in the plaza area. An official town ribbon cutting was held this month.
Boyle said his students are already expressing interest in some of the latest Broadway productions, like Dear Evan Hansen — Boyle which won several Tony awards recently. Before coming to Berlin, Boyle taught elementary school students in Burlington. He received a bachelor’s degree in music education from the University of Hartford and has a master’s degree from Florida State University. “I was really inspired by my
music teachers growing up,” Boyle said. “I’m looking at putting my own twist on things.” Boyle said he is adding a theatrical aspect to the jazz choir and is looking forward to putting on the spring musical. Kennedy said he already approved the musical selection. Though the title is still secret, the principal hinted that Boyle chose a “fairly modern” piece. In the past the high school has done productions of The Music Man and Once Upon a Mattress. The cabaret will be performed Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. in the new BHS auditorium. “It’s state of the art, we can do some really wonderful things,” Boyle said. akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter
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Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St., has scheduled the fourth annual 1950’s style sock hop and dinner (hamburgers, hot dogs, French fries, root beer floats, milkshakes) for Saturday, Oct. 21, 5:30 to 9 p.m., to raise money for the Feed My Starving Children Central CT mobile packing event scheduled for 2018. A fee is charged. Dinner is planned for 5:30 to 6:45 p.m., followed by music, games, and contests. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Kristen at 860-798-9825 or email Scrapcookie@aol.com.
Meet the new chief, deputy chief The Board of Police Commissioners has scheduled a promotional ceremony to congratulate and meet the new Chief of Police, John Klett, and Deputy Chief, Chris Ciuci. The ceremony is planned for Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6 p.m., at Town Hall Rotunda, 240 Kensington Road. The public is welcome. For more information and to RSVP, contact Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Police Marlene Way, at 860-828-7093.
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town departments on field improvements. The park is located on Carbo Lane, just off Route 71. The path officially opened Tuesday night, Sept. 26. Mayor Mark Kaczynski attended the ceremony, along with parents and players. “They did a great job,” Kaczynski said. “We want to keep the playing fields nice.” The association recently recognized Steve Wood, foreman of parks and grounds, and his team, as well as Jen Ochoa, director of community, recreation & park services, and her team. The appreciation certificates say, “In Appreciation for your outstanding service, support and partnership with the Berlin Youth Soccer Association to improve the soccer fields for the benefit of the children of Berlin.” Top soil and grass seed was
Parks and grounds crew received an award for their work on the new pathway. | Greg Starr, contributed
also applied to the fields. “Town employees don’t get enough recognition when they do a good job,” Starr said.The town also made the
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Commission members discussed the transition for Deputy Police Chief John Klett and Lt. Chris Ciuci during a special meeting Thursday morning, Sept. 28. Klett could receive more than $20,000 before becoming police chief due to about 1,600 hours of unused sick time, according to the finance department. Ciuci could also take a payout, as determined by the commission, based on a department program that pays officers 25 percent of their
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unused sick time. Finance Director Kevin Delaney said the payouts are not budgeted. If there are not enough funds for the payouts, Delaney said the town would look at reallocating funds from other departments. Klett will be paid the same salary as current Police Chief Paul Fitzgerald — $123,419. Klett currently receives $115,052 which is what Ciuci will receive when he takes over the deputy chief position. Fitzgerald retires this month. Ciuci said he wants to keep his current benefits, which
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Town cars will be issued for both officials. Klett already has a town-owned car, while Ciuci will take Fitzgerald’s car. “I want to be absolutely sure that you guys run as a team,” Peters said. Klett added, “I have no doubt we’re going to work together as a team.” The commission will hold a promotional ceremony to officially welcome the new chief and deputy chief, Wednesday, Oct. 18, at 6 p.m. at Town Hall. akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter
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Klett admitted some of the comments were inappropriate and said after the Sept. 23 meeting “if you took everything I said over 30 years, some of it might be considered inappropriate. It’s locker room talk.”
The Police Commission scheduled another meeting to “review departmental issues with future chief Both Klett and Lt. Chris Ci- and deputy chief.” uci, who will take the dep- Peters said the commisuty chief position, will be sion would discuss Klett’s on probation for a year fol- and Ciuci’s new positions lowing their promotions. during the meeting. “A lot he doesn’t rememakus@record-journal.com ber,” Peters said of Klett’s 203-317-2448 recollection of the comTwitter: @KusReporter ments mentioned in the complaint.
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Over 15 members of the department mentioned in the complaint, including Klett, were interviewed. The investigation found that no one claimed they were offended or harassed by any of the comments by Klett.
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The second annual Family Promise of Central Connecticut Walk Away Homelessness event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 7, at Walnut Hill Park, New Britain. Proceeds benefit Family Promise of Central Connecticut, the New Britain-based nonprofit organization that helps homeless families with children regain their self-sufficiency.
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The Berlin Senior Center, 33 Colonial Drive, has scheduled a meet and greet for the 2017 town candidates, Tuesday, Oct. 24, 1:30 p.m. Local candidates on the town ballot are expected to attend. Candidates will be given a three-minute opportunity to speak, followed by informal discussion with the audience. The event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited. For more information, call 860-828-7006.
Senior Happenings AARP Meetings - The Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m., at the Senior Center. The monthly chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 17, 1:15 p.m., at the Senior Center. Guitarist Ray Paquette plans musical entertainment. Class - A Seniors Safe Driver Class, sponsored by Berlin AARP Chapter 3035, is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 17, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Community Center. Completion of the class provides a certificate that entitles a discount on car insurance premiums. Registration and pre-payment is required. For more information, call Barbara Dixon at 860-828-6295.
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Eleanor Vasile BERLIN — Eleanor M. (Snetro) Vasile, 95, of Berlin, passed away peacefully Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017, at the Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General. Eleanor was born July 31, 1922, in New Britain, and was the daughter of the late Samuel and Angeline (LaMonte) Snetro. She was the widow of Corrado “Charlie” Vasile, her husband of 45 years. Eleanor was a graduate of New Britain High School who, with her husband, Charlie, ran Gray’s Store in New Britain for many years. She also worked until retirement at Emhart Corporation in New Britain. Eleanor was an avid bowler in her earlier years and continued to be an avid card player and bingo participant right up to her last week. Her claim to fame, however, and what she loved to do most, was cooking, baking and entertaining for her fam-
ily and friends. Eleanor’s food was wonderful, but what we all will miss most about her is her unfailing kindness, her generosity and her love. Eleanor is survived by her three loving and devoted daughters, Sandra (John) Darling, of Southington, Connie (John) Straub, of Farmington, and Gloria Gasper, of Columbia, Md.; the joy of her life became her five grandchildren, Shawn, Tami, Todd, Erika, and Rebecca; and her eight great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Anthony Snetro, of Miami, Fla.; and sister, Rosalie Bond, of Gainesville, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews, but especially her dear niece, Angela Lawler and her husband, Tom, of Farmington; her in-laws and dear friends, Frank and Mary Vasile, of Plainville. Eleanor was predeceased by her two sisters, Ann Puzzo and Theresa Tenerwicz; her two brothers, Joseph and Sam Snetro; as well as her son-in-law, Stephen Gasper; and her niece, Ann Marie Adamski. The Vasile family wishes to express a special
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Letters to the Editor Full transparency needed
Common sense approach
Irresponsible spending
Dedicated to the community
Override Malloy veto
To the editor:
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To the editor:
As a Berlin resident and taxpayer, I would like to comment on The Berlin’s Citizen’s Sept. 20 article entitled, “Berlin council says yes to golf commission, approves new contract for golf pro.”
My name is Richard Aroian and I am running for the Board of Education. I approach this opportunity with no agenda, only my experiences to guide me. I am a life-long educator who taught middle and high school for 29 years and am currently a high school administrator. I have been a resident of Berlin for nearly 20 years.
Anne Reilly claims that the Berlin Democrats were reckless in their approval of and funding for the repair of the high school. She fails to mention the property was in such disrepair that it did not meet the requirements of the building code and constituted a safety hazard. Fortunately, the council Democrats authorized the needed repairs and borrowed the funds at favorable interest rates.
I’m pleased to introduce the voters of Berlin to my Democratic running mate for Town Council, JoAnn Angelico-Stetson.
Now that the state legislature has passed a bi-partisan budget, Rep. Joe Aresimowicz needs to accept the results and support it by voting to override Governor Malloy’s veto, and use his influence as speaker to encourage other Democrats to do so as well.
I am thoroughly pleased with Mr. Bayram’s professional expertise to sustain and build the financial wellness of one of the town’s biggest assets, Timberlin. He has an outstanding and respectful relationship with the community, and strives untiringly, seven days a week in-season, to make Timberlin an enjoyable destination and memorable experience for its guests. His willingness to be a true “team player,” in support of the town’s net revenue is humbling, and further confirms his civic dedication to the taxpayers of Berlin. I am skeptical as to whether others, directly involved with Mr. Bayram’s compensation reduction, are humbly accepting compensation reductions as well, specifically Mr. Zuk and staff, and Mr. Zielinski. Full transparency and disclosure to the Town of Berlin taxpayers is in order for the following: 1. 2016, 2017 and projected 2018 compensation for Mr. Zuk and staff, and Mr. Zielinski. 2. 2016 and 2017 profit and loss statement for Timberlin. 3. Detailed definition of Mr. Zielinski’s involvement, control, and decision-making responsibilities in both the finance department and Parks and Recreation Department. Art Kevorkian Berlin
The Board of Education is charged with an important responsibility – to oversee the education of our children. I offer a common sense approach to the difficult financial challenges that lay ahead. Please consider voting for me on Election Day.
The unjustified firing of the town manager by the present administration and payment of her salary and continuing payments for her health insurance was and is certainly a waste of taxpayers’ money and irresponsible spending.
Richard Aroian Berlin Stephen Anderson Berlin To the editor:
Memorable concert
Karen Pagliaro is one of the Democratic candidates for Town Council this fall in Berlin.
To the editor:
Berlin needs people like Karen to bring back civility back to politics. Vote Line A on Nov. 7.
In addition to raising her three children here, JoAnn has been a member of the Board of Education, Economic Development Commission and a Justice of the Peace, among other civic affiliations. JoAnn has demonstrated a dedication and commitment to improving the quality of life for Berlin families. She has done so with integrity, civility, compassion and a desire to hear her fellow residents’ concerns.
Joe can support the budget and save Berlin over $6 million, or be remembered as one of those responsible for deep cuts in education funding for our children, and likely a huge property tax increase, by instead supporting Malloy and his destructive executive orders. Let’s hope he makes the right choice. Mike Gagliardi Berlin
I urge you to vote for JoAnn.
Bring civility back
Upon moving to town in 1986, Karen joined the Junior Woman’s Club of Berlin, serving as president on two separate occasions. While a member of the club she was voted “Outstanding member.” Karen currently serves on Berlin’s Conservation Commission. For the past three years, she has overseen the Community Garden at Hatchery Brook for the commission.
A resident of Berlin for 20 years, JoAnn has been a legal administrator for a law firm in East Hartford for 25 years.
To the editor:
Karen Pagliaro Kensington
Thank you to everyone who came out to hear the U.S. Navy Band Northeast Pops Ensemble under the direction of Lt. Joel Brunelli-Boudreau on Sept. 22 at McGee Middle School, sponsored by the Berlin Veterans Commission.
Vote Republican
What a memorable concert these talented military professionals gave us. From the military marches to a Billy Joel medley to Gershwins Rhapsody in Blue, musical selections entertained attendees. Several standing ovations were given during the concert.
In terms of the town financial picture, think of the effect on our $47 million budget on the town side (not including Board of Education).
On behalf of the Berlin Veterans Commission, the U.S. Ryan Erickson Navy Band Northeast, and Berlin all veterans, thank you once more for your support. We look forward to another great concert next year. Joseph Casso Berlin Veterans Commission
To the editor: Recently a Berlin police officer retired. Congratulations. Under the terms of the retirement agreement, he decided to take a lump sum pension buyout of over $800,000.
Now, next year another four or five officers can retire and take the same lump sum buyout. Can our town afford this? No. The pension plan was woefully underfunded by Democrats. Republicans understand the financial picture, and understand spending must stay under control. Vote republican in November. Kevin Guite Board of Finance candidate
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Public demands bipartisanship on budget Eliminating business development and job training proAs the Republican budget that grams such as funding for the successful Small Business Exnarrowly passed the legislapress and evening hours at our ture awaits an assured, and deserved, veto from the Gover- Technical High Schools would nor, a path must still be forged stunt job creation efforts, while ending the Angel Investor Tax to a final budget that reflects the priorities of Connecticut’s Credit would stifle entrepreneurship. Each of these would residents. be counterproductive for our As it continues to be analyzed future economy. and assessed, clearly this ReThe Republican budget would publican budget is severely also assure our Capital City of flawed and not the answer to Hartford would have to file for our fiscal challenges. There bankruptcy, and likely cause may even be some legislators who voted for it that never ex- the shutdown of the XL Center. pected it to actually become The list goes on and on, inlaw, and prefer that it doesn’t. cluding allowing unfettered By State Rep. Joe Aresimowicz
Yet, the fact remains that our state does need a final budget, and needs it soon. October is a particularly critical month for our cities and towns, with first quarter education aid and other upcoming municipal payments due.
public wants, and with a split Senate and a slim House margin that is what is needed. That message rings truer and louder with every day that goes by. Every legislator hears it from their constituents at home in their districts. There is no more room or time
for political posturing. The good news is that the two parties are not that far apart on the bottom line, including important areas such as funding for our schools and helping out our hospitals. See Budget, A16
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Calendar Thursday, Oct. 5 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 860-8291148 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. Concert - The Woman’s Club of New Britain has scheduled a musical program by Survivors Swing Band for Thursday, Oct. 5, 2 p.m., at The First Congregational Church, 840 Corbin Ave., New Britain. Guests are welcome for a fee.
Friday, Oct. 6 Racing show - Racing Action Today, hosted by Berlin native Larry Mongillo, airs every Friday, 8 p.m., on Comcast cable channel 5.
Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin has scheduled a production of “Dracula” for Friday, Oct. 6, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www.ctcabaret.com. Football - BHS vs. Plainville at Plainville, 6:30 p.m. Boys soccer - BHS vs. Farmington at Tunxis Mead Park, 7 p.m. Girls soccer - BHS vs. Northwest Catholic at Sage Park, 6 p.m. Girls swimming - BHS vs. Conard at Cornerstone Aquatic Center, 3:30 p.m. Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Windsor at BHS, 6 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 7 Historical society - The Berlin Historical Society Museum, 305 Main St., is scheduled to be open Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission. Exhibits include celebration of Berlin Icons, tinware, bricks, pistols, bridges, special exhibit of St. Paul’s Fife & Drum Corps history and more. For more information, call 860-828-5114. Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin has scheduled a production of “Dracula” for Saturday, Oct. 7, 8 p.m. For information and
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Meeting - The Auxiliary of Berlin VFW Post 10732 is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Oct. 10, 1 p.m., at the Post Home, 152 Masserio Drive. All members are welcome. Knights of Columbus - The Knights of Columbus Council 3675 is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Oct. 10, 7 p.m., at St. Paul Church, 461 Alling St. For more information, call Adam Zangari at 860-938-5479. Speaker series - Good Cause Gifts 2017 Speaker Series, 384 Main St., has scheduled “Understanding the Effects of Ghosts on the Living” with Karen Cote for Tuesday, Oct. 10, 5 p.m. RSVP is required. For more information, call 860-828-1752. Boys soccer - BHS vs. Rocky Hill at Sage Park, 6 p.m. Girls soccer - BHS vs. Wethersfield, away, 3:45 p.m. Girls swimming - BHS vs. Suffield at PHS, 3:45 p.m. Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Bristol Central at BHS, 6 p.m.
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Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 meets Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the St. Paul Church parish hall, 467 Alling St. For more information, call Tony deRito at 860-829-9879.
Wednesday, Oct. 11 Rotary - Kensington-Berlin Rotary is scheduled to meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 5:30 p.m., at the Pineloft Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike. For more information, email elaine@homesweethomect. com.
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Friday, Oct. 13 Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin has scheduled a production of “Dracula” for Friday, Oct. 13, 8 p.m. For information and
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Thursday, Oct. 19 Garden Club - The Kensington Garden Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, Oct. 19, at the Community Center. Business meeting at 5:30; program at 7 p.m. Amy Sampson, PhD., plans a program on sustainable residential landscaping, providing an overview of sustainable goals, microclimates based on typical sun and wind patterns, and appropriate plant selection. The program is open to the public.
Friday, Oct. 20 Football - BHS vs. Avon at Sage Park, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 25 Rotary - Kensington-Berlin Rotary is scheduled to meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 5:30 p.m., at the Pineloft Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike. For more information, email elaine@homesweethomect. com.
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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.
Boys soccer - BHS vs. Bristol Central at Sage Park, 6 p.m.
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Farmington Avenue bridge expected to be completed this month By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
After several delays, the Farmington Avenue Bridge reconstruction project is expected to be completed by the end of the month.
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In July, the Town Council agreed to increase the value of the contract with Mastrobattisto Inc. of Bristol for an amount not to exceed $3 million.
The project was approved in April 2016, and at the time was estimated at $2.3 million. State and federal funds In the summer, Interim Town will cover 90 percent of the Manager and Public Works project. The town is responsiDirector Jack Healy said the ble for the other 10 percent. bridge would likely reopen in September. However, at a re- The bridge area has been cent Town Council meeting, closed off since the summer of 2016 with a detour Healy said the new completion date will be later. “It will through Seymour Road. The be probably mid- to late-Oc- area is expected to open back up again this month when tober that they will be completely out of there,” he said. the bridge is complete. akus@record-journal.com Extra clean up was needed 203-317-2448 after ground contamination was found from a gas station Twitter: @KusReporter once located on the corner.
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St. James Church, 767 Elm St., Rocky Hill, Thursday, Oct. 19, 2:30 to 6 p.m. Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield St., Wethersfield,
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Community foundation ‘Fall Listening Tour’ planned Obedzinski emphasized that the nature of the sessions is to build new and existing relationships and a renewed understanding of missions and services. He plans to share his background, the foundation’s mission and grant-making process and his vision moving forward, while grantees and other non-profits will also be allowed a brief opportunity to discuss their programs and how they would like to work with the founda-
tion in the future. The events are scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 11, 8 to 9:30 a.m., at the Plainville Senior Center (RSVP Oct. 6); Friday, Oct. 13, 8 to 9:30 a.m., at Arbor Rose at the Jerome Home, New Britain (RSVP Oct. 10); Wednesday, Oct. 18, 3 to 4:30 p.m., at Hospital for Special Care Howey Family Conference Center, New Britain (RSVP Oct. 13); Thursday, Oct.
19, 8 to 9:30 a.m., at The Orchards at Southington (RSVP Oct. 16); and Friday, Oct. 20, 8 to 9:30 a.m., at Berlin Peck-Memorial Library (RSVP Oct. 16). Space is limited and RSVP is required. For more information and to RSVP, contact Kim Duncan at kduncan@cfgnb.org or 860-229-6018, ext. 300.
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Epidemic - Monday, Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m. Registration is required.
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Legal Family Matters - Tuesday, Oct. 24, 6:30 p.m. Registration is required.
World War I Digitization Day - Saturday, Oct. 7, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring World War I related items to be included in the Connecticut State Library’s “Remembering World War I.” Stories and digital images will be available online in the Connecticut Digital Archive. For more information, contact Carrie Tyszka at 860-828-7125, ctyszka@ berlinpeck.org or Christine Pittsley at 860-757-6517 or CTinWW1@ct.gov. Stock Club - Tuesday, Oct. 10, 1:30 p.m. New Britain Symphony Orchestra: Polka Ensemble - Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Make & Take: Scrapbooking - Thursday, Oct. 19, 6:30 p.m. Some supplies included. Registration is required. Movie Matinée - Friday, Oct. 20, 1 p.m. “The Zookeeper’s Wife.” Rated PG-13. Rise and Fall of the Opioid
Movie Matinée - Friday, Oct. 27, 1 p.m. “The Sense of an Ending.” Rated PG-13.
Spacegirl” by Ben Hatke. Registration is required. Nutmeg Book Club - Thursday, Oct. 26, 6:30 p.m., for grades 4 to 6. “A Whole New Ballgame” by Phill Bildner. Registration is required.
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Tween Scene-Giant Sticker Mosaic - Thursday, Oct. 5, 6:30 to 8 p.m., grades 4 and up. Drop-in.
The Berlin Free Library book sale is scheduled for Wednesdays, 9 to 11 a.m. The Berlin Free Library accepts donations of new and gently used books for adults and children. Drop them off during library hours, Monday and Friday, 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., and Wednesday, 9 to 11:30 a.m., and 7 to 8:30 p.m. or place in the book drop.
Mother Goose on the Loose - Friday, Oct. 6, 10:30 a.m., birth to preschool. Music, nursery rhymes, instruments and books. No registration. Itsy Bitsy Storytime Wednesday, Oct. 11, 10:30 a.m., babies and pre-walkers. Stories, songs, movement, followed by open play. No registration. Page Turners Book Club Thursday, Oct. 12, 6:30 p.m., for grades 1 to 3. “Zita the
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David Obedzinski, president of the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, has scheduled a series of community meetings with nonprofit organizations in Berlin, New Britain, Plainville and Southington during the month of October, a “Fall Listening Tour” that provides both Obedzinski and local grantees and non-profit programs a chance to get to know each other.
For more information, call Lisa at 860-798-5192 or Caroline at 860-826-1334.
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Fire chiefs: Time to act on opioids now
In a position statement sent to state and federal officials this week on behalf of the association, members expressed strong concerns over legislative roadblocks and a lack of government action that has allowed the epidemic to continue to grow nationwide. The organization is calling for an immediate action plan that includes enhancing state and federal laws for those caught dealing dangerous narcotics, and improving recovery options for those suffering from addiction.
But right now, he wants immediate action — and so does the Connecticut Fire Chiefs Association.
On a state level, data suggests that Connecticut overdose deaths have spiked in recent years. State officials The position statement reported that from 2014 to identifies first responders in- 2015, there was a 25.6 percluding firefighters and EMS cent increase in the numpersonnel as the front line ber of drug overdose deaths, response to the epidemic, according to data available crediting responders for their through the federal Cenwork in saving lives daily. ters for Disease Control and It criticizes the constant Prevention. Those numbers use of committees and data have also continued to grow gathering as ineffective and over the past two years, offislow. While the additional research is conducted, the association warns that people are continuing to die in record numbers.
“This is not the time for talk, assembling task forces and committees, gathering data, or basking in the media limelight,” the statement reads, directly addressing legislators. “We call on you all to not just stand there, but do something, as we do. Stop the cycle by imple“In doing our research, we menting cohesive and outfound that an estimated come-driven negotiations, 50,000 U.S. citizens will die sanctions, UN and internathis year as a result of opioid tional cooperatives, diploand heroin overdoses includ- matic initiatives, military and ing nearly 1,000 in Connecti- Coast Guard interdiction, cut alone,” Richards said. “If and finally appropriate use of this were another country force and elimination, only if causing all these citizens to all else fails.” die, the government would In the Old Mystic area, town have taken military action officials have responded to already. It’s time to treat this epidemic with the same five confirmed opioid-related overdoses in the past four concern.” months. Richards said that Richards, a past president of number pales in comparithe Connecticut Fire Chiefs son to what has been seen in Association, said the orgaGroton, which has reported nization is seeking to have calls on at least a weekly baa seat at the table in future sis, and New London, where discussions, noting that area officials have previously exfirst responders have bepressed concerns regarding come experts as a result of several spikes in opioid-rethe growing number of drug
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cials indicated. Furthermore, those numbers are a concern in surrounding states as well, with Rhode Island seeing a 20.5 percent spike in deaths over the same time period, New York reporting a 20.4 percent increase and Massachusetts reporting a 35.3 percent rise over the same time period. In addition, Rhode Island now ranks in the top five nationwide in overdose deaths per capita with 28.2 confirmed overdose deaths per 100,000, data indicates.
Richards said if the state continues to sit idle, he worries that first responders throughout Connecticut will find themselves unable to provide appropriate assistance to meet the growing need. “It’s time for us to push hard. We need to take a strong stance in order to be at the forefront of this and make effectual changes,” Richards said. In closing the statement, the See Opioids, A16
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Elementary school student takes first in Berlin Fair scarecrow contest Teal colored scarecrows stole the show at the 69th annual Berlin Fair. Henry Nowik, a Griswold Elementary School student, took first place in the fair’s scarecrow contest with his food allergy awareness cre-
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The teal pumpkin represents an allergy-friendly house for trick-or-treating. The 7-year old donated his prize money to FARE (Food Allergy Research Education). – Ashley Kus
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East Hampton 19, Berlin Bears 0: With the game a scoreless tie, the Bears held East Hampton at the goal line as time winded down in the first half, but on fourth and goal, East Hampton squeaked it in to take a lead it would not give up.
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Berlin undefeated heading into Week 5 By Ajlal N. Khan Special to The Citizen
The Berlin High School football team extended its win streak to three on Friday, Sept. 22 with a shutout win over the Northwest Catholic Lions.
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final touchdown halfway through the final frame, after Berlin started the second half rushing for 25 yards. Minutes strong, scoring early in the later, kicker Giancarlo Tufano third quarter. Quarterback added three more points for Kevin Dunn completed a long the Redcoats with a field goal. pass to Halkias for a 40-yard touchdown that put the Red- “Everything I did tonight only happened because of my coats up 14-0. teammates. This is an accomThe Lions nearly scored on plishment made by each and a couple of occasions in the every person,” Halkias said. third quarter, but came up Berlin went on to defeat short. The Redcoat defense shut them down, keeping the RHAM 21-14 Saturday in Hebron to improve to 4-0. score 14-0 at the end of the third. The Redcoats travel to face Halkias secured his third and Plainville Friday, Oct. 6.
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Berlin swimmers remain undefeated The Berlin High School girls swim and dive team topped Manchester, 98-83, Tuesday, Sept. 26 to improve to 3-0 on the season. For the Lady Redcoats, the meet started out with a big win from the 200 medley relay of Kelly Chmeliewski, Nadia Humen, Gabby Pattavina and Maddie Palmese.Key wins and finishes from Chmeliewski in the 100 backstroke and 100 butterfly, Humen in the 100 breaststroke, and Joanna Sobilo, Sadie Boyer and Najey Ramos helped secure the win.
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‘Dredcoat Fun Run’ to benefit school sports The Berlin High School Athletic Department has scheduled its “Dredcoat Fun Run” for Friday, Oct. 13, 5 to 10 p.m., at Sage Park, rain or shine. A registration fee is charged. Proceeds benefit the Berlin Public Schools Athletic Department.
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Laws including those covering hate crimes take effect By Mike Savino Record-Journal staff
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The new human trafficking law adds to the list of activities that constitute sex trafficking, Changes to several state laws, expanding the definition beincluding those covering hate crimes, human trafficking, and yond compelling or inducing a minor to engage in prostitudomestic violence, took effect tion. The law now also applies Sunday. to “the recruitment, harboring, The new hate crimes law alters transportation, or provision of the protected class of gender a person for the purpose of enidentity to include gender iden- gaging in sexual conduct with tity or expression. It also adds another person for a fee.” mental disability to the list of protected groups of people and Domestic violence legislation broadens the definitions for increases penalties for various third-degree stalking to inoffenses, including threats
clude acts that would reasonably cause emotional distress. It also clarifies that first- and second-degree stalking can occur through the use of electronic or social media. Some of the 141 new laws which took effect Sunday include revising the statute on sexting by a minor to provide the protection to anyone under the age of 13. The law, which protects minors from punishment as a sex offender when they send nude images to each other, originally only applied to teenagers. A new law requires that all residents be at least 16 years old to
marry, and have tightened circumstances under which anyone ages 16 and 17 can marry. Advocates said the changes will help prevent arranged marriages. Under the new law, 16and 17-year olds need approval from a probate judge, who must find that the minor and respective parent or guardian consent to the marriage; the minor’s decision is voluntary; and the marriage is not detrimental to the minor. Those who engage in “swatting” could also be forced to pay restitution after lawmakers refined the state’s false reporting laws to include actions intended to
cause a “large scale emergency response.” Swatting occurs when someone falsely reports emergency situations, such as an active shooter, to police. The incidents have often involved shooting and other sound effects from video games in the background of the calls. The new law makes such calls a Class D felony, but also permits a judge to order restitution as part of a sentence. msavino@record-journal.com 203-317-2266 Twitter: @reporter_savino
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