Berlin Citizen, Oct. 4, 2018 by Ryan Millner

Public works director getting up to speed By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

Two weeks into his new job as the town’s public works director, Michael Ahern has spent most of his time learning about the various tasks and projects he inherits. His first weeks have been full of meetings, as many

as seven in one day, and reviewing technical details of the town’s projects. “The town is very professionally managed, I can tell you that,” said Ahern, who was an engineer with the Wilton public works department and served as interim director for six See Ahern, A17

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Local companies partner on home security tech By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

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Forgetting to lock your “There’s a lot of neat door on your way out to work just became less of a things you can do with the lock,” said Yale’s Director worry with the introduction of wireless locks made

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Family raises awareness about food allergies By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

One teal pumpkin at a time, a local elementary school student is urging families to keep a second bowl of treats on hand for children like him with food allergies. "Instead of putting candy out, maybe make two bowls, one with candy for the kids (without allergies) and (one) peanut free, (or) just toys,” said Henry Nowik, 8, a third grader at Griswold Elementary School who has severe nut allergies. Every year he creates a scarecrow with a teal pumpkin for a head to display at the Berlin Fair. The Teal Pumpkin Project is a nationwide organization which seeks to make Halloween and trick-or-treating a more inclusive experience for those with food allergies or restrictions. Families participating can either have a second bowl of allergy-safe candy or toys. Henry said he would prefer bouncy balls this year. "You can paint a teal pumpSee Allergies, A14

Henry Nowik, 8, of Berlin, poses with his teal pumpkin scarecrow at the 70th Berlin Fair. The Teal Pumpkin Program encourages families to hand out Halloween treats, food or otherwise, that are safe for children with food Image courtesy of Michelle Nowik allergies.

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Author Mary-Ann Tirone Smith, a native of Hartford, visited Berlin High School last week. Tirone-Smith spoke to the sophomore class and then hosted a writers workshop in the library where she disSee Author, A6

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Hungerford Events Fall classes The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., has scheduled preschool classes, ages 2 to 5 years old. The program, scheduled for Tuesdays, 9:30 to 10:15 a.m., encourages children to use their senses and creativity to explore the natural world around them. Each session may include live animals, games, crafts, cooking, stories, science experiments and outdoor exploration. A fee is charged.

Session 2 – Dinosaurs, Nov. 13, 20, 27, Dec. 4, 11, 18. Learn about the animals that lived millions of years ago. Registration and pre-payment is required. For more information and to register, call 860-827-9064 or visit www.newbritainyouthmuseum.org.

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Sports Briefs scheduled a Holiday Kids’ Night Out for Friday, Dec. 21, 5 to 10 p.m., for children age 3 to 12. A fee is charged. The program offers fun, games, movies, crafts, pizza and more. Registration is required by Wednesday, Dec. 19. For more information, call 860827-9064 or visit www.newbritainyouthmuseum.

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The Berlin Bears youth football D team downed visiting Vernon 12-0 Sunday to improve to 3-1.

The Berlin High School girls swim team bested Manchester 100-81 on Sept. 24.

Berlin controlled the ball for much of the game, gaining many hard-fought yards to move the ball downfield. Braden Kelly led the defense with five sacks. Anthony Dresko had an interception that Preston Mota was able to turn into a touchdown on the next play.

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Businesses big and small are choosing Berlin By Chris Edge

It has been some time since I wrote to the great readers of The Berlin Citizen and I wanted to use this space to highlight a few businesses which have recently moved to Berlin or started a business in town. These firms vary greatly by size as well as the type of business they are in. The first, Lili’s Bakery & Cakes, located at 365 New Britain Road, was purchased by and is operated by brother and sister DJ Juganaru and Lili Orlenau. The location was formerly Leone’s

Bakery. Though different in name, the high level of customer service and great taste continues. Whether you are looking for a quick coffee and a munchie, lunch, or a wonderful cookie plate, DJ will welcome you at the door and Lili will make your taste buds sing! Just down the road, you will be pampered at our next new business, Natural Balance Massage. At 369 New Britain Road, owner Lynn Gavrilis can offer you numerous types of massages including natural balance, prenatal, sports, chair and even couples massage. Addi-

tionally, you can receive spa treatments and skin care from Vivacious Look, who shares space with Lynn. If you would like a one-time treat, become a massage member, buy a package for yourself, or even buy a gift card for a loved one. Stop by or visit Natural Balance Massage at www.ctnaturalbalance.com. Berlin has become a loca-

tion for businesses which do not specifically work with the public, but have found the central location and easy access to highways a great asset to coming to our town. Steelwrist, a Swedish firm that markets, develops and manufactures tiltrotators, quick couplers and tools for excavators has opened up their U.S. headquarters in Berlin at 576 Christian

Lane. As their product is installed on construction equipment, the location in Berlin is key to targeting not just firms in Central Connecticut, but throughout the northeastern United States. The biggest story in 2018 in Berlin is the relocation of and completion of the 55,000 square foot facility for See Edge, A10

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With rising taxes, sanctuary cities, and, now, pending Vote Steve Balisheski on bills, what else needs to hap- Nov. 6. pen to get folks off the sofa Dennis Lygo and out to the polls? Berlin Joe Aresimowicz, along with his buddy Dannel Malloy, Had enough? are major contributors to our current financial picture. To the editor: It’s not surprising to hear that Connecticut is not doing well financially. Businesses, young adults and retirees flee our state. Who can blame them? Connecticut Democrats passed the two

largest tax and spending increases and created a climate that is hostile to growth. Malloy and the Democrats have held a majority, but squandered their opportunity. They got too comfortable and bullied their policies through at the expense of taxpayers. This upcoming election, tell the politicians you had enough of the high taxes, business hostility, and enough of this talk about tolls.

Let’s make a change. Send a message by voting Republican. Alex Giannone Berlin Town Councilor

Move forward now To the editor: Joe Aresimowicz has again come through for Berlin, securing a $750,000 grant permitting us to plan and design a new community/senior center. Thanks, Joe. Now we can finally put together a plan to replace the worn-out senior center and turn over the basement stor-

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Isn’t it time we get back on the right track?

Forrest Machine. A familyowned and -operated business, Forrest Machine has officially opened their 55,000 square foot facility on Christian Lane where they machine and assemble components for aerospace and commercial industries. They have over 70 employees in Berlin and are one of a number of firms in town that manufacture parts in the aerospace industry. The last business I would like to mention is Dragonfly Designs & Gifts. The location at 1064 Farmington Ave. is to behold something a little different. Having been in the gift and retail business for a number of years, Tracy Shipman, the owner, put together a location that is different, yet very special. It is a gift shop which includes ideas for interior décor as well as items from local artisans. For a gift for any occasion including holidays, anniversaries or just because you wanted to let someone know you are thinking of them, Dragonfly is worth a drop-in. -- Chris Edge is the economic development director for the Town of Berlin.

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Berlin is very fortunate to have our representative, Joe At a recent public forum, evAresimowicz, in Hartford to eryone spoke positively This year, for example, he re- also preside as Speaker of about the need for this new Now, Office of Legislative the House. facility. The Town Council Management, a state agency, jected Gov. Malloy’s midshould appoint a group of runs this station and decides year reductions to town edu- Joe was raised in Berlin, and cation aid and worked interested citizens who can what news will be covered. now his kids also go to across the aisle, against the assist in determining the Berlin schools. This combiA state government agency governor and his plan, to best option for Berlin. is deciding what is news. pass a budget that protected nation of leadership, experience and being a hometown Public building projects are If you want to listen to state- Berlin and other communiguy helps ensure we are notoriously slow in coming ties from devastating cuts. to fruition. We should move run news, vote for AresiLast year, he also helped ne- well-represented at the State mowicz. forward now and avoid the gotiate an historic bipartisan Capitol. increased costs of delay. Join me if you’re tired of the state budget, again without His opponent in this election any tax increases. We are is a college kid from SouthStephen Anderson same “tax and spend” fortunate to have Joe and his ington who seems to be runBerlin Democrat agenda. Vote for Steve Baleshiski. Save our experience representing us ning for kicks. That would be state. at the Capitol to ensure our a disastrous choice for Berlin Save our state Frank Rivers community is protected and and our entire community. Berlin gets its fair share of state To the editor: Rachel Rochette funding. Berlin I am a laid-off employee of Fred Jortner Connecticut Public Affairs Berlin

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Mini-golf fundraiser will support Berlin hockey Berlin High School hockey, which co-ops with Newington, is a pay-to-play sport. Support for the Berlin players can be made by purchasing a mini-golf ticket for $10. The ticket can be used on Saturday, Oct. 21 or Sunday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m. to noon, for a round at Putter’s Par-

adise, 1823 Berlin Turnpike. Proceeds help reduce the season costs for BHS players. Foursomes can be formed for a team entry fee of $50. Teams will compete for trophies, medals and bragging rights. For more information, contact Michelle Ralph at 860828-7905.

Town departments closed Monday All Town of Berlin departments are scheduled to be closed Monday, Oct. 8, in observance of Columbus

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Hispanics: One Endless Voice to Enhance Our Traditions: Oct. 13, Free. Trinity on Main, 19 Chestnut St., New Britain. www.qanc.org. One of Windsor: The Untold Story of America's First Witch Hanging: Oct. 13, 1 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin. "The Rat Pack Lounge": Oct. 13, 8 p.m. $34. Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin. 860-8291248. www.ctcabaret.com.

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Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, 68 Main St., East Berlin, Sunday Eucharist, 9 a.m.

United Methodist Church of East Berlin The United Methodist Church of East Berlin, 139 Main St., East Berlin, schedules Sunday services for 10 a.m.

Wellspring Church Wellspring Church, 222 Lincoln St., Sunday service at 10 a.m, with children’s program for newborn to age 12. For more information, call 860-225-0661 or visit www.wellspring.net.

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A Household Hazardous Products Collection has been scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 27, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Bristol Public Works Garage, 95 Vincent P. Kelly Road, Bristol. The collection is for residents of Berlin, Bristol, Burlington, New Britain, Plainville, Plymouth, Prospect, Southington, Warren and Wolcott. Acceptable items include non-empty aerosol cans, household batteries, furniture, floor, metal polishes, bleach and spot remover, oven, drain, household cleaners, bug sprays, disinfectants, mildew removers, CLF and fluorescent bulbs, ammonia, paint, varnishes, shellac, stains, thinners and paint strippers, pool and photographic chemicals, lawn care chemicals (pesticides and fertilizers), auto fluid (motor oil and antifreeze), car wax and cleaners, kerosene and fuel oil, mercury (including thermometers and thermostats), waste fuel, moth balls, hobby supplies. Products must be s ealed. Unacceptable items include air conditioners and microwaves, commercial or industrial waste, electronics (TVs and computers), flares, ammunition and other explosives, medicine or medical devices, propane tanks, smoke detectors and tires.

Berlin High School Interact Club collected 17,584 recyclable bottles and cans at the 2018 Berlin Fair. The club plans to use the money to help fund leadership events and sponsor other organizations. Interact members completed more than 247 hours of service over the three days of the fair. With its recycling effort, Interact was able to both generate some funds and make a difference in the environment.

Local groups team to help veterans The Berlin Lions Club, with the Upbeat Lions House and Knights of Columbus, has scheduled a clothing and goods collection for military veterans, Oct. 9 to 19. Items in need are toiletries (toothbrushes, toothpaste, shaving cream, razors, shampoo), stationary, new

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roll down window,” he said. “The technologies are very robust and very reliable.”

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of Technology and Partner Integration Kevin Kraus, such as unlocking, locking or checking the status from a phone or computer, receiving notifications if a door is left unlocked and setting routines for automatically locking at a set time.

“I think it’s a combination of convenience and peace of mind,” said Patti Loyack, Comcast’s vice president of IP services and home automation. The company’s western New England headquarters is on New Park Drive in Berlin. “You’ve got such a great reputation with the Yale brand.”

There’s two reasons he sees customers adopting the technology, “one obviously is there’s a lot of convenience not having to use a mechanical key. Two is the data you get from the key,” Kraus said, adding that many customers like being able to see what times the locks were open and closed throughout the day.

Aside from controlling locks, Xfinity Home allows users to control electric and heating use, turn lights on and off and program and remotely set thermostats and air conditioning. Loyack said adding the locks allows for a more comprehensive experience, one they’re focusing on refining and making as intuitive as possible. “We want everyone to enjoy the smart home and not just our tech savvy customers,” she said.

For those wary of adding technology to a facet of homes which have remained relatively unchanged for centuries, Kraus compared the locks to remote keys which have become fairly standard on modern cars. “We all now trust that tech as much as we trust a

Yale as a part of our partner program and looking forward to the experiences we’re going to bring to our customers.” Berlin’s Economic Development Director Chris Edge said the town is an ideal home for companies like Yale and Comcast due to a tax rate lower than its neighbors and a location which is convenient for customers and employees alike. “I'm very pleased that two of our leading companies have found a way to partner to help folks not just in Connecticut but around the United States,” Edge said. Partnerships between local businesses in fields that can work alongside each other also serve to create a smooth-flowing business atmosphere in town. “I think when they're complimentary like this it’s great in that it gels relationships,” Edge said.

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860-359-2227 • TheStrongerWindow.com 1 Renewal by Andersen of Southern New England is an independently owned and operated affiliate operating in RI, CT and Cape Cod, MA. Offer not available in all areas. Discount applied by retailer representative at time of contract execution and applies to purchase of 3 or more windows and/or patio doors. Cannot be combined with other offers. To qualify for discount offer, initial contact for a free Window and Patio Door Diagnosis must be made and documented on or before 10/14/18, with the appointment then occurring no more than 10 days after the initial contact. No payments and deferred interest for 12 months available to well qualified buyers on approved credit only. Not all customers may qualify. Higher rates apply for customer with lower credit ratings. Financing not valid with other offers or prior purchases. No Finance Charges will be assessed if promo balance is paid in full in 12 months. Renewal by Andersen retailers are independently owned and operated retailers, and are neither brokers nor lenders. Any finance terms advertised are estimates only, and all financing is provided by third-party lenders unaffiliated with Renewal by Andersen retailers, under terms and conditions arranged directly between the customer and such lender, all subject to credit requirements. Renewal by Andersen retailers do not assist with, counsel or negotiate financing, other than providing customers an introduction to lenders interested in financing. All residents of islands including but not limited to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket will be subject to an island surcharge. CT HIC.0634555. MA 173245. RI 36079. Southern New England Windows, LLC, d/b/a Renewal by Andersen of Southern New England. Southern New England Windows LLC is the authorized representative of Renewal by Andersen and the registered Home Improvement Contractor. Renewal by Andersen does not hold this HIC number. “Renewal by Andersen” and all other marks where denoted are marks of Andersen Corporation. ©2018 Andersen Corporation. All rights reserved. ©2018 Lead Surge LLC. All rights reserved. *Additional $25 per window discount valid during first appointment only.