Newport This Week - May 12, 2010 by Tom Shevlin

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It’s been almost two years since il mostro (seen above) departed Narragansett Bay, bound for Europe and an eventual second place finish in the 2008-09 Volvo Ocean Race. This week, with skipper Ken Read back at the helm, Puma’s shoe boat was due in port on Wednesday after a roughly 16 day voyage from Alicante, Spain. She’ll be based out of the Newport Shipyard for the summer and used for training by team Puma for their 2011-12 VOR bid, which Read recently signed on to skipper. Puma has plans for a new boat for the 2011-12 race. Also on board was Ken’s brother, Sail Newport’s Brad Read. (Staff Photo)

St. Clare Home Readies for Expansion

BUDGET 2011

As Costs Mount, Council Asks:

Can We Afford It? By Tom Shevlin NEWPORT – Within the current debate over the City Manager’s proposed FY2011 budget, runs a theme that is becoming increasingly prescient: To some on the council, balancing federal and state mandates on the backs of a citizenry struggling to make ends meet just doesn’t seem right. With mounting costs associated with mandated infrastructure improvements threatening to raise water and sewer rates by exponential levels, this call of the City Council is growing louder. And more and more, those familiar with the requirements are asking a simple question: Can we afford it? It was Councilor Stephen C. Waluk, who during a Monday evening budget workshop with the Department of Utilities and Water Fund, was the first to ask the question: Where does it stop? “What do we have to do?,” he said. “What’s mandated by DEM, by EPA? What (infrastructure projects) can we put off and live with? For me, as a person paying this, I can’t afford this. And there are thousands of people across Newport that can’t afford this.” The options, according to Director of Utilities Julia Forgue, are limited. “The projects that are here are all mandated,” she said, referring to among other projects, an estimated $80 million plan to upgrade the city’s drinking water facilities at Lawton Valley and Station One. However, facing one of the stark-

est budget years in recent memories, and not to mention an election in November, some on the council are taking a stand against what they see as unfair and unrealistic expectations placed on them by a bureaucratic process far removed from Newport and Aquidneck Island. “I totally agree with Councilor Waluk,” Councilwoman Kate Leonard said on Monday. “How do you tell someone on a fixed income that their sewer rate is going to go from $104 to $331?” Also searching for answers was Councilor Justin S. Mclaughlin. “Hypothetically,” he wondered, “if we had $1 million we could apply to the sewer rate, how much that would bring down the sewer rate?” Unfortunately, according to Forgue, even with an extra $1 million applied to the CSO fee, it would still result in a 150 percent increase for ratepayers. “I don’t know what the answer is, but it can’t be this,” Waluk said. “There has to be ways to slow things down” To which Councilor Stephen R. Coyne urged the city to set up meeting with its congressional delegation and lay out to them the costs upgrading the city’s CSO and drinking water improvements will have on ratepayers. Mayor Jeanne Marie Napolitano has met with the federal delegation on the issue, and said on Monday, she’s hopeful the city will get a chance to do just that.

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By Tom Shevlin NEWPORT – A proposal to expand one of the city’s oldest assisted living facilities will be the topic of a special meeting with members of the Zoning Board of Review on Thursday, May 13 at 7 p.m. The St. Clare Home, which since 1909 has been providing care for elderly residents, is seeking approval to expand beyond its current footprint with a 15,133-square-foot addition. The proposed expansion would add 40 beds of assisted living and 13 beds of skilled nursing to the facility. According to an application on file with the city, the St. Clare Home currently operates 47 beds of assisted living and has been running a budget deficit since 1996. The added facilities would go a long way to close that gap, the applicant states. But the proposal has not been with-

out a dose of neighborhood opposition. Several letters have been submitted to the Planning Department expressing concern with the project, which has already secured approval for the demolition of a pair of homes on Dennison Street – including one that once played host to the former skipper of America’s Cup victor Australia II. If approved, the project would push the facility out behind the existing facade of the building, closer to Dennison and Brewer streets, which border the property to the south and north, increasing in size from a current 19,000-square-foot building, to more than 34,000-square-feet. Parking would also be expanded, from 24 designated spaces to 107. A longtime institution in the city’s historic Yachting District, the St. Clare Corporation was formed at a meeting held at St. Mary’s Rectory on Oct. 22,

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NEWPORT – Could Eisenhower House, the landmark yellow Victorian overlooking the East Passage high atop the grounds of Fort Adams, be used as a clubhouse for the Golden Gate Yacht Club during the next edition of the America’s Cup? That was one of the more intriguing prospects introduced during a mostly uneventful meeting of the state’s America’s Cup Rhode Island 2013 Planning Committee on Friday. According to Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Keith Stokes, as a state asset, it’s an idea worth exploring and could fit it in well with the state’s plan to transform a portion of Fort Adams into a spectacular waterfront Yachting Village. Long an underused asset, designating Eisenhower House as a temporary clubhouse could boost the state’s effort to bring the Cup back to Rhode Island waters. Built in 1873 as the residence for the Commandant of Fort Adams, the home nevertheless owes its name to its most famous resident: President Dwight D. Eisenhower, who used

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Ferry Service Gains Foothold But harbor service still undecided

NEWPORT – The owner of Aquidneck Ferry & Charter, Inc., which is currently seeking approval to operate a “hop-on, hop-off” harbor shuttle, has secured approval from the state’s Division of Public Utilities to run one of its tour boats as a tender for cruise ship passengers to and from the city’s downtown Perrotti Park facility. In an April 26 decision (separate to another application for the proposed harbor shuttle), the Division granted Aquidneck Ferry & Charter a Certificate of Public Conveyance and Necessity (CPCN) to act as a tender for cruise ships on a per-hire basis. Portsmouth resident Addison Closson is the president of Aquidneck Ferry & Charter. In testimony before the Division in March, he said he plans on using his recently acquired Viking Queen to shuttle passengers back and forth during the city’s active cruise ship season. Currently undergoing refurbishment, the vessel could be operational by June pending Coast Guard certification and a host of other housekeeping items. Closson as well as Oldport Marine will be the first two private outfits to receive PUC approval to act as tenders during the city’s busy cruise ship season. The Division is expected to act on Closson’s other proposal – that of operating a 65-foot wooden packet boat as an inner-harbor ferry – within the next month, according to a spokesperson for the PUC.

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AROUND TOWN Salve sailors continue upward tack

MOTHER’S DAY 5K Hundreds of runners took to the streets on Sunday for the Newport Public Education Foundation’s annual Mother’s Day 5K and 2 mile Fun Walk. Stepping off at Roger’s High School, runners traced a route down Ruggles Avenue to Coggeshall and Ocean Drive and back down Carroll Avenue.

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Newport Now Staff Report NEWPORT – Salve Regina University’s sailing team continues to build a top-tier reputation. The Seahawks finished seventh overall over the weekend-long ICSA National Championship Western Semifinals, hosted by the University of Washington earlier this month in Seattle. The performance not only �� puts them in the top echelon of college sailing teams, but also secures the team their first ticket to the ICSA/Gill National Championship in the school’s history. Led by head coach John Ingalls, the last few years have seen Seahawk sailors make significant progress in establishing the program on the national sailing scene, breaking into the top 20 for the first time in 2007, and cracking the top 10 in 2009. Sailing for Salve were senior Torey Pellegrini (Kingston, Mass.) and sophomore Karafaye Buffa (Huntington Beach, Calif.) in A-Division, with seniors Patrick Clancy (Scituate, Mass.) and Lauren Grygiel (Westport, Mass.) in BDivision. Roger Williams University, finishing third overall at the Western Semis, qualified for Nationals for the second consecutive year. Sailing for RWU were junior Cy Thompson (St. Thomas, USVI) and sophomore Kelly Stannard (Salem, Conn.) in A Division, with sophomore Sean Bouchard (Bermuda) and freshman Bianca Rom (Amityville, N.Y.) in B Division. Meanwhile, at the Eastern Semis hosted by College of Charleston, the

winning team from Boston College also included a number of local sailors: Tyler Sinks (San Diego, Calif.) sailed with Lucy Wallace (Middletown, R.I.) and Dan Bloomstine (Erie, Penn.), Georgetown University, which finished third, also at the Eastern Semis, has graduating senior Caila Johnson (Middletown, R.I.) crewing in B Division.

LIST OF TEAMS QUALIFYING FROM THE SEMIFINALS ICSA National Championship Western Semifinals School(hometown) Yale University (New Haven, Conn.) St. Mary’s (St. Mary’s City, Md.) Roger Williams Univ. (Bristol, R.I.) Old Dominion (Norfolk, Va.) Harvard Univ. (Cambridge, Mass.) Hobart & William Smith (Geneva, N.Y.) Salve Regina Univ. (Newport, R.I.) SUNY Maritime (Throggs Neck, N.Y.) Stanford University (Palo Alto, Calif.), ICSA National Championship Eastern Semifinals School(hometown) Boston College (Chestnut Hill, Mass.) C. of Charleston (Charleston, S.C.) Georgetown Univ. (Washington, D.C.) UVM (Burlington, Vermont) Tufts Univ. (Medford, Mass.) Brown Univ. (Providence, R.I.), 214 U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis, Md.) Univ. of S. Florida (St. Petersburg, Fla.), U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point, N.Y.)

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Proceeds from the event went to benefit the Foundation’s Excellence Grants programs. Mothers participating in the race were rightfully given chocolates and flowers. (Photos by Michelle Palazzo)

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Parking meter season begins A SHEAR SIGN OF SPRING with “smarter” approach Smart meters, new signage aim to ease parking pinch By Tom Shevlin NEWPORT – Parking meter season started on Saturday, just as the city experienced its first summer-like weekend which drew scores of visitors to Aquidneck Island to shop, tan, and dine. As per usual, parking was scarce in the city’s downtown core, with many private lots quickly filling to capacity. For those who found on-street parking, some were greeted with new technology introduced by the city’s economic development office. Earlier this spring, the City of Newport installed 30 new “smart” parking meters in Washington Square and along stretches of Thames Street designed to increase metered parking revenue. The big advantage, according to the Economic Development Director Jonathan Stevens: the new meters accept credit and debit cards. The new meters, which are faced with silver and feature a distinctive square shape, were installed as a pilot program negotiated by the city as part of the final contract year with parking operator Central Parking Systems, of Hartford, Conn. Ten each of the new machines were placed in Washington Square, Thames Street in the vicinity of the Brick Alley Pub, and at the intersec-

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tion of Thames and Pelham streets. The city is also in the process of replacing signs like these, with others more in keeping with other signage found around the city. In addition, Stevens reported that the “onerous pay and display” machine in Washington Square had been removed, with several new meters serving as replacements. According to Stevens, cities such as Denver, San Diego and Norwalk, Conn. have all found that people very much appreciate the option of using a card rather than fishing around for several quarters to feed the meter. In addition to being an added convenience, the meters are also expected to result in increased revenue for the city. Depending on the results of the pilot project, it may make sense for the city to explore purchasing and operating the meters on its own. “Most municipalities do own and operate their own meters,” he said.

CUP BID CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 the property as his summer White House. In 1964, the United States Navy transferred Fort Adams and Eisenhower House to the State of Rhode Island for use as a state park. Today, Eisenhower House is a historic site listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the property is the scene of many public and social events. If the committee moves forward with the suggestion, it could be included in the state’s overall presentation to BMW Oracle Racing Team executives when they visit Newport, possibly sometime this July. In other Cup-related news, speculation at last Friday’s planning meeting turned briefly to what kind of boat the next Cup will feature. Halsey Herreshoff was adamant that a new class would be designed -likely a monohull on a smaller scale than the multi-hulls that competed in the 33rd challenge. Cup veteran Dyer Jones also said he foresees the next race moving back to monohulls, adding that he wouldn’t be surprised if the new specs weren’t similar to an RC44. But, he acknowledged crafting a new design is still a long way off. Off of the water, organizers announced last week the launch of a re-branded website tailored especially for the 34th challenge. The site, www.AmericasCup.com, features prominently several classic photographs in a series of front page slides from races held during Newport’s time hosting the event overlayed with text that reads “Tradition.” Local Cup enthusiasts are sure to hope that the tradition continues here in 2013 or 2014.

Congress delays Fort Adams housing decision NEWPORT – While state officials await the issuance of a formal request for proposals (RFP) from the BMW/Oracle Racing Team, the Navy’s housing contractor will have to wait a bit longer until Congressional leaders sort out the details surrounding the potential disposition of 165 units of Navy housing at Fort Adams, Hart Field, and Farragut Field. According to Kathy Grim, spokesperson for Balfour Beaty Community Group (BBCG), congressional leaders have asked for more information from the Department of the Navy regarding a request to open up the housing units to private sector use. Keeping a close watch on the developments are members from the state’s America’s Cup working group, who have their eyes on the Fort Adams property as part of their bid to bring the Cup back to Newport. As we first reported last month, Cup organizers envision incorporating the housing units – some of which date back to the 1800s – into a greater America’s Cup Village on the Eastern shore of the state-owned Fort Adams property. Keith Stokes, executive director of the RI Economic Developement Corporation, said last week that he is hopeful once the units become available that the state would able to make use of the property. Initially, a decision had been expected at the beginning of the month regarding the property.

Jamestown’s Watson Farm held its annual sheep shearing day on Saturday. Cloudy skies gave way to a bright sun by the end of the day. Hundreds of families from around the area turned out for the event, which featured loom lessons, spinning wheel demonstrations, arts and crafts, and some delicious goodies courtesy of the Jamestown Teen Center. (Photo by Michelle Palazzo)

Meanwhile, Stevens added that various other steps have been taken to improve both the look and the efficiencies of the city’s public parking facilities. New informational signs have been installed along several prominent stretches in and around the downtown area, replacing the ubiquitous red and white parking signs of old. His office is also exploring the possibility of redirecting traffic flow at the Gateway Center and installing a new colonial-inspired parking booth more in keeping with the historic character of the city.

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NEWS BRIEFS Girl’s memory honored by town council MIDDLETOWN, R.I. — On Monday, May 3, 2010, as part of council business, the Middletown Town Council ofﬁcially recogonized the memory of Shantel Bailey by declaring August 12th as Shantel Bailey Day. Citations and proclamations from the state Senate and state Representatives were presented to her mother for the safety awareness efforts the family has initiated. The Bailey family has held an annual pilgrimage at the site on West Main Road in Middletown where Shantel was killed by a motorist in November of 2003. She was only 16 years old at the time of her death. A scholarship has also been created in her name for a graduating high school student.

Walk for Cystic Fibrosis 2nd Annual Great Strides Walk to cure Cystic Fibrosis that starts and ends at Brenton State Park in Newport on Saturday, May 15. Hot coffee and mufﬁns served before the walk, lunch and cold beverages served after the walk. Check-in time 9:30 a.m. Register to walk at greatstrides. cff.org or call 800-966-0444.

Road work detours Starting May 10, 2010 the second phase of the permanent road restoration on America’s Cup Avenue and Farewell Street at the excavation areas related to the Long Wharf Force Main repair project is scheduled to begin at the intersection of Long Wharf and America’s Cup Avenue and proceed north. It is anticipated the permanent road repair will be completed in approximately two (2) weeks, weather dependent. During the work trafﬁc delays and trafﬁc restrictions can be expected. The work hours are Monday though Friday, 7:00am to 5:00pm. The road repairs on America’s Cup Avenue and Farewell Street are being completed as directed by the RIDOT.

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St. Joseph’s Church 125th Anniversary continues St. Joseph’s Church choir will continue the parish’s 125th celebration with a concert on Saturday, May 22, at 7:30 p.m. with a performance of a program of sacred and inspirational music ranging from Mascagni to Josh Groban. A reception for the choir and audience members will be held in the parish hall following the concert. Tickets are $10 each and may be purchased at the church rectory, 5 Mann Avenue. Parking for concert attendees will be available in the lot at the rear of the church. For further information, call the rectory at 847-0065.

Be Green Sale Seasonal kids consignment sale will be held Saturday, May 15 (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.) and Sunday, May 16 (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) at the Fraternal Order of Police Hall in Middletown. Families can purchase brand-name new and gently-used children items for 50-90% off retail prices; “Special Event for New Parents,” event for expecting or new parents on Friday evening. Visit www. BeGreenSale.com for more information.

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Channing Church Celebrates 175th Anniversary Channing Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church’s newly restored steeple will be on display and its newly tuned bells will ring out a happy birthday as the congregation celebrates its 175th anniversary on Sunday, May 16. Festivities include the unveiling of the $1.2 milliondollar restoration of the church’s 150-foot steeple, the chiming of its bells, and an original performance to the tune of the bells by the Island Moving Company. The Channing Choir and the Channing Children’s Choir will perform, and the church’s pastor, the Reverend Amy Bowden-Freedman, will narrate a ﬁlm depicting the various stages of the dismantling and restoring of the steeple. The celebration begins at 2 p.m. and is free and open to the public. A reception will follow at the nearby Elks Lodge.

Small Business Breakfast Club Meeting Mark Brown, Co-Chief Executive Ofﬁcer of Pre-Paid Legal Services, will speak via conference call about the tools that helped him grow his small business into a multi-million dollar operation. Bring business cards and promotional materials to exchange. Event is on Tuesday, May 18 from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at The Pier Restaurant in Newport. Cost is $6; make reservations by calling 380-6643.

Free Résumé Workshop The Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training and netWORKri Career One-Stop System will host free a résumé workshop for area job seekers at the Florence Gray Center in Newport, on Tuesday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Pre-registration is mandatory, call 462-8992.

Newport PreK Playgroup The Newport PreK Playgroup, which runs October through May, is currently taking reservations for October 2010. The playgroup, for children 18 months – 4 years, provides socialization and growth experiences for both children and mothers. Playgroup is entirely cooperative, consists of 12 members/ children, is open to all mothers and takes place Wed. and Fri. mornings at The HUT, part of the Newport Recreation Dept. Fee: $25.00 per child, per month. For more information, call Amy Hoag at 849-8947.

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IN OTHER BUSINESS Sewer, Water hikes would amount to 16 percent tax hike NEWPORT – As city councilors begin to grapple with the city’s proposed FY2011 budget, attention has begun to focus acutely on one of the city’s more complex cost centers: The Water Fund and Water Pollution Control operations. Both are critical to the city’s public infrastructure, and, as Councilor Justin S. McLaughlin has pointed out, are coming at an increasingly high price. With state and federal mandates requiring some $100 million in infrastructure improvements to the city’s water and sewer system, according to McLaughlin, paying for it all is going to require a 218 percent increase in water rates, which as McLaughlin points out, would be the equvalent of a 16 percent property tax increase on a home valued at $300,000.

Turning off the lights for savings?

NEWPORT – How tightly is the city pinching its pennies? Included in The Department of Public Services’ proposed budget is a line item for savings of $145,000 from turning off every third street light. According to Department Director Bill Riccio, the estimated savings is just part of his department’s efforts to explore ways in which it could save on it’s energy costs. During a meeting with City Council members last night, Riccio said that his department’s costs associated with public street lighting currently top out at just over $500,000 a year. If the measure is found to be compliant with the city’s agreement with

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National Grid, street lights mid-block could be turned off for savings, while lights at intersections would be kept on. Though at this point, it is only a proposal, at least one city councilor applauded the idea: Councilor Stephen C. Waluk said that he liked the idea and encouraged Riccio to follow through to work on the details.

Raiding the mini-bar NEWPORT – Visitors to the city’s hotel rooms who have searched in vain for those tiny bottles of liquor and pricey candy bars, only to be left wanting, might be glad to know that minibars could be coming to a room near you. Turner Scott, an attorney for 41 North, which is close to completing a high-end luxury hotel on Christie’s Landing, was the first to raise the issue during a recent council meeting in which he asked councilors to grant his client a license that would allow the installation of mini-bars in the rooms, which up until then, hadn’t been explicitly allowed. The Hotel Viking quickly followed suit with its own request

Waluk will seek re-election

NEWPORT – Former mayor and current City Council member Stephen C. Waluk will seek re-election this November, he announced on Monday. “In these challenging financial times, Newport needs strong leadership on the City Council to stand up and oppose excessive spending, higher taxes and out of control water rates,” Waluk said in a release. “I am running to continue my role as an independent voice for all Newport residents.” In the past year Waluk has been a vocal opponent to proposed increases

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in the city’s water rates and car tax. “The ultimate goal of city government must be to offer a high quality of life for our residents and visitors while providing services in an efficient and cost effective manner,” said Waluk. “If elected I will continue to oppose wasteful spending and demand further financial concessions from our public employee unions.” First elected to the council in 2001, he became the youngest person ever to serve on the Newport City Council and in 2007 became the youngest person to serve as Newport’s mayor. He is a Newport native, having graduated in 1995 from Rogers High School and in 1999 from Merrimack College in North Andover, MA. He is a parishioner of St. Augustin’s Church, a member of the Newport Knights of Columbus, Ancient Order of Hibernians, Rogers High Boosters Club, and Newport Irish Heritage Association. Waluk is a past board member of the Fort Adams Foundation, East Bay Habitat for Humanity, Edward King House Senior Center and the Newport Zoning Board of Review.

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OPINION Editorial At what point usury? Nobody likes to see their taxes go up. Just like how nobody likes to see their beaches polluted and nobody likes their drinking water to be contaminated. At the moment, it would appear that Newporters are confronted with a quandary. Facing imposing state and federal mandates that require the city to shore up its aging water and sewer infrastructure, the prospect of seeing various fees or taxes increase, appears to be all but a foregone conclusion. After all, as it all too common the case, these federal mandates are unfunded. Perhaps we had it coming. For decades, the city has known that our sewers were old; that our water system was over-taxed. Now, we’re facing upwards of $100 million in capital outlays to repair what we have known for too long were failing systems. Unfortunately, in the past and all too often, those in positions to do something – anything – to remedy these known problems chose instead to do nothing. We are now paying for their inaction – and waking up to the stark reality that the cost of rebuilding our city from the ground up will come at a cost not only ourselves, but to our children. Doing nothing, it turns out, can be a rather costly decision. And while no excuses should be made for our collective failure to act, neither should we dismiss the impact of the consequential taxes and fees resulting from the imposition of these mandates. Under the current budget, sewer fees for Newport residents will increase by 52.5 percent while the CSO (Combined Sewer Overflow) fee will jump by a staggering 218 percent. Meanwhile, water rates have increased by over 15 percent in the last year; and we’re told that this is just the beginning. At the center of it all is Utilities Director Julia Forgue, who it seems for the last few years has been forced to deliver one round of bad news after another. The improvements – the costs – it’s all mandated from above. The burden now falls on taxpayers. To their credit, City Council members have assumed a posture of urgency. It’s time, they say, to stand up for taxpayers. If the state or federal government are requiring that a city of 24,000 spend $100 million on infrastructure on a fixed timetable, then perhaps some assistance would be in order. Otherwise, at some point, it becomes usurious.

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Dear Editor, As the cost of repairing Newport’s neglected sewer system escalates, why is there no help from Washington? Fall River and New Bedford are receiving millions of dollars in assistance from the federal government to repair their sewer systems. Why isn’t Newport? Did Mayor Napolitano seek help from the state’s congressional delegation? With whom did she meet? What Was she told? Is the information classified? Or is she ashamed to tell us she never asked?

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The recently unveiled plan for an America’s Cup yachting village at one of the few remaining open public spaces in Newport needs to be fought with every resource available to us as residents. For once let’s not prostitute our long-term quality of life for the elusive quick buck. (4 People want this fixed)

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How do you think this summer’s tourist season will compare to years past? I’m optimistic. It all depends on the weather, but I think things are picking up. (78%, 50 Votes) I’m less than optimistic. I hope the season is a strong one for local businesses, but there’s still too much uncertainty in the market. (17%, 11 Votes) I’m pessimistic. The economy is still in tough shape and people are still hurting. (5%, 3 Votes) Total Voters: 62 This poll took place Wednesday, May 5 -Tuesday, May 11 at Newport-Now.com. Respondents were allowed one vote per computer.

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Beach season is fast approaching, and everyone seems to have a particular slice of sand they like to call their own. We’re curious to know whether you plan on purchasing a beach sticker this year, and if so, to what beach? Weigh in on your favorite sandy stretch all this week online at www.Newport-Now.com. Voting will be open at noon on Wednesday, May 12 and continue until 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 18. Then check back in this space next week to see which local beach is tops!

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IN PORT: Mirabella V

At 247-feet long, Mirabella V is the largest sloop-rigged yacht ever built and is a sight to behold. According to the ship’s website, her mast stretches 292-feet with a beam of 48.5-feet. She boasts a master suite on the main deck, along with six cabins that can accommodate up to 12 guests (not to mention her 14 crew members on staff). She’s been in port since Thursday of last week. (Photo by Tom Shevlin)

Benefits driving factor in city’s budget City Manager holds line on administration pay, only to be overwhelmed by rising premiums By Tom Shevlin NEWPORT – As city leaders grapple with what may be one of the worst budget climates in decades, the search for savings within the budget’s various line items and cost centers has become an increasingly important focus for both councilors and staff. Since Rhode Island’s economy began to wane earlier in the decade, Newport’s city administration has been compelled to take action to reduce costs through various measures. Among them: instituting a hiring freeze; holding off yearly cost-of-living salary increases; level funding the School Department and civic support allocations; and undertaking a general restructuring of departments aimed at making City Hall run more efficiently. The current proposed budget follows a similar tack. No new positions have been added to the city payroll; the Police Department has left three non-sworn vacancies unfunded; and the Department of Economic Development has been reduced by one half full-time equivalent position. In addition, no increases in cost-of-living expenditures have been included for any employee other than fire and police, due to what Lavallee describes as the economic pressures facing the city and state. And with more than two-thirds of the city’s overall budget taken up in salaries and benefits for the city’s 361 full-time workers, it would seem that a logical place to start the search for savings would be in personnel costs – both in terms of salaries and fringe

benefits. As outlined above, Lavallee has instructed department heads to hold the line in administration staff salaries. But with healthcare provider Blue Cross/ BlueShield planning a 15.6 percent increase in rates for the upcoming fiscal year, there’s only so much the city can do to contain its significant personnel costs. An analysis of the proposed FY2011 budget reveals just that. While the city has succeeded in reducing overall salary costs across departments, any savings have been offset by increases to fringe benefits. Consider the Department of Planning, Zoning, Development, and Inspections. For FY2009-10, $811,140 was budgeted for salaries and $311,490 in fringe benefits. For FY2011-12, the proposed budget calls for $801,546 in salaries – a savings of roughly $10,000. But at the same time, fringe benefits are proposed to rise by nearly $20,000 to $330,874 – effectively erasing any overall savings for a combined net increase of $9,760. It’s a similar story across other departments. The Department of Public Services carried a $2.178 million salary line item during the current fiscal year, and would see that number decrease to $2.155 million under Lavallee’s proposed budget – a savings of $23,000. Fringe benefits, however, stand to rise by $105,203, from $937,654 in FY2010 to $1.042 million in FY2011. However, not all municipal departments fall in line with salary decreases. The city’s police department, which negotiated its current contract prior to the financial crisis, is due to experience increases in both salaries and benefits from the previous year. Under the current budget plan, $7.98 million is due to be allocated to police salaries in FY2011, with an additional $6.2 million

in benefits paid out. That compares with budgeted salaries of $7.3 million (projections put the actual salary allocation at $7.8 million) for the current fiscal year, and roughly $5.3 million in budgeted and actual benefits. Those salary numbers, however, are still lower than FY2008-09 when more than $8.2 million was spent. In contrast, benefit costs show no signs of decrease. In that same year in 2008, the city spent $4.9 million in police department benefits. And while salary figures have decreased since then by more than $300,000, benefits have risen by more than $1.3 million. Out of a total of 12 city departments, only three – police, recreation, and economic development (which as an enterprise fund is funded independently of property taxes) – are slated to experience year-over-year salary increases for FY2011 (though both departments are budgeted at levels well below 2008-09). Salaries for the remaining nine departments are budgeted to decrease or remain even. Costs, however for benefits, are projected to rise in all but one department. So with little help expected from the state in the way of either funds or actions to drive down the cost of healthcare rates, councilors and staff are faced with a dilemma. While Lavallee has instructed his department heads to seek out more savings, Councilor Stephen R. Coyne perhaps gave a preview into the city’s end game recently. “We may have to start offering the residents of this less in city services,” he said. “The reality is we need to take the budget we’ve been presented and cut and cut.” For ongoing budget coverage, be sure to visit us online at Newport-Now. com/tags/budget/

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1909 by a group of Catholic sisters who trace their order’s lineage to France. A pair of homes, including one that was used by former Australia II skipper John Bertrand, would be demolished for the project. At first, the Corporation purchased the Francis Malbone House, located at 329 Thames St. as a base of operations. From that location, the Sisters ran a nursery school and a home for “working girls” and, in 1927, began the selfsupporting Saint Clare Home for Aged Women, serving 20 elderly female residents. Three years later, in September 1930, the day nursery moved to the newly constructed Garrettson Memorial building at 299 Spring St. where it operated for more than 75 years. In 1971, Saint Clare Home moved to its current location at 309 Spring St., which it now has outgrown. The proposed facility recently gained approval from the city’s Planning Board, and now is seeking the OK from the Zoning Board. Thursday’s special meeting was scheduled to answer questions posed by residents, and to hear feedback from the community about the proposal.area redevelopment and reuse management plans, producing environmental benefits for the state, participating in pub-

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CALENDAR Wednesday May 12

Eight Bells Lecture Series “Sovereignty at Sea,” by Rodney Carlisle, noon, Naval War College

Sunday May 16

Birds & Breakfast Breakfast, bird walks, songs and stories, three breakfast seatings at 8 a.m., 9 a.m., and 10 a.m., Norman Bird Sanctuary, Midd., 846-2577

Thompson Middle School Spring Concert Instrumental concert featuring the TMS jazz ensemble, orchestra and bands, 7 p.m., Thompson

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Identity Theft Class See how your everyday computer interaction (directly and indirectly) places you at the highest levels of risk for identity theft. Registration required. 1 p.m., free, Salvation Army, 51 Memorial Blvd., 380-6643 Newport Gallery Night Galleries city-wide open 5-8 p.m. “If It’s Thursday, It Must be Shakespeare” Informal group meets to give interpretive readings of Shakespeare works, 6 – 7 p.m., free, Redwood Library, 847-0292, www.redwoodlibrary.org Spring Choral Concert All City Honor Chorus and the Thompson Middle School choral performance, 7 p.m., Thompson

Friday May 14

The Bit Players Newport’s award-winning comedy improv troupe, The Bit Players create on the spot laughs from audience suggestions, 8 p.m., Firehouse Theater, 4 Equality Park Place, $15, 849-3473, www.ﬁrehousetheater.org

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Be Green Sale Seasonal children’s consignment sale, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., FOP Hall, Midd., www.BeGreenSale.com Walk for Cystic Fibrosis Starts and ends at Brenton State Park, check-in at 9:30 a.m., 800966-0444 Discover Colonial Newport Walking tour departs from the Museum & Shop at Brick Market Place, 10:30 a.m., weather permitting Newport in Bloom Plant Sale Corner of Old Beach and Eustis, 8:30 a.m., for more information call Joann, 847-8577 or Nicky, 339-0243 The Bit Players 8 p.m., see Fri., May 14 for details.

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Wednesday May 19

Island Mentor Program Isand-wide intiative to match the future labor force with local businesses, 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m., Newport County Chamber of Commerce, 847-1608

Thursday May 20

Middletown Historical Society Annual pot-luck dinner, Middletown Senior Center, 5:30 p.m.

species that call Narragansett Bay home, educators answer questions and guide activities, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Easton’s Beach, $5 non-members, free for Save the Bay members and children under 3, 272-3540, ext. 133; www.savebay.org

Mansions, Museums and Historic Sites Belcourt Castle A 60-room Gilded Age mansion built by Richard Morris Hunt in 1895, guided, candlelight and ghost tours, reservations recommended, 657 Bellevue Ave., 8460669, www.belcourtcastle.com The Breakers Open daily, 44 Ochre Point Ave., 847-1000, www.newportmansions.org Chateau-sur-Mer Open daily, 474 Bellevue Ave., 847-1000, www.newportmansions.org The Elms Open daily, 367 Bellevue Ave., 847-1000, www.newportmansions.org International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum Discover the history of tennis through a diverse collection of memorabilia, art and video, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, 194 Bellevue Ave., free for kids under 16 , 849-3990; www.tennisfame.com Marble House Open daily, 596 Bellevue Ave., 847-1000, www. newportmansions.org

Common Fence Music Series at Channing Church First performance of new mini-series at Channing, Geoff Muldar and Jim Kweskin, www.commonfencemusic.org

Museum of Newport History Exhibits on display depict the city’s role in the American Revolution and its emergence as a Gilded Age resort, open daily 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., 127 Thames St., 841-8770, www.newporthistorical.org

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National Museum of American Illustration Original artworks from the Golden Age of Illustration in a historic Gilded Age mansion, 492 Bellevue Ave., tours by advance reservation, 851-8949, ext. 18, www.americanillustration.org

Beach Bounce Children’s play center for ages 2 to 10, Easton’s Beach Rotunda, Memorial Blvd., 845-5813, www. cityofnewport.com Birds, Trails and More Seven miles of hiking trails in the 300-acre wildlife refuge, Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown, 846-2577; www. normanbirdsanctuary.org Old Colony & Newport Railway The 80-minute, 10-mile trip takes riders along Aquidneck Island’s west shore through the Naval Base to Portsmouth and back, 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. on Sundays, train leaves from the Depot at 19 America’s Cup Ave., $7.50 adults, $5 children under 14, $6 seniors 60 and older, no reservations, 6246951; www.ocnrr.com Save the Bay Exploration Center & Aquarium The facility features 14 tanks and exhibits showcasing some 150

Naval War College Museum Permanent exhibits on the Navy in the Narragansett Bay area, handicapped accessible, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. weekdays, free and open to the public, , 686 Cushing Rd., Newport, visitors without a base decal must call the museum to gain access to the Naval Station; photo ID must be presented for all visitors 18 and older, 841-2101 Newport Art Museum Permanent collection of contemporary and historic works in the restored stick-style Griswold House, a National Historic Landmark, open daily, 76 Bellevue Ave., 848-8200, www.newportartmuseum.org

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Happy Birthday Channing Channing Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church’s newly restored steeple will be on display and its newly tuned bells will ring out a happy birthday as the congregation celebrates its 175th anniversary on Sunday, May 16 at 2 p.m.

Ochre Court One of Newport’s first “summer cottages” built in 1892, now Salve Regina University’s administration building, ground floor open Monday thu Friday, 9-4 p.m. Prescott Farm Restored 1812 windmill, site of a significant Revolutionary War event, feed the ducks and geese at the pond, grounds open year round free of charge; guided tours of mill, Rte. 114, West Main Rd., Middletown, 847-6230, www. newportrestoration.org Rosecliff Open daily, 548 Bellevue Avenue, 847-1000, www.newportmansions.org Redwood Library The nation’s oldest library, c 1748, a National Historic Landmark, art gallery displays, sculpture and changing exhibits, including a portrait of George Washington by Gilbert Stuart, tours 10:30 a.m. Mon-Fri; building open 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tues-Fri; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat., 50 Bellevue Avenue, free, donations always welcome, 847-0292; www. redwoodlibrary.org Rough Point Doris Duke’s oceanfront estate, 680 Bellevue Avenue, 847-8344, www.newportrestoration.org

Gallery Shows & Artist Openings Art on the Wharf Show through May 31. Coastal paintings, all measuring ﬁve by seven inches, by Anthony Gill. Gallery hours, Fri. – Mon., noon-5 p.m., or by appointment, 33 Bannister’s Wharf, 846-6858 Bristol Art Gallery New show: “Eye Candy.” 423 Hope Street, Bristol, 396-9699, www.bristolartgallery.net DeBlois Gallery Show through May 30: “Fables, Fantasies and Fairie Tales,” paintings by Natalie Pfanstiehl, daughter, Nina Hope Pfanstiehl and Ellen Blomgren. Gallery hours are Tues.-Sun., noon-5 p.m., 138 Bellevue Avenue, 847-9977, www.debloisgallery.com Isherwood Gallery Show through June: “New Work, New Artists,” new work by current and new gallery artists. Gallery hours are Wed.-Sat., noon-6 p.m. and by appointment, 38 Bellevue Avenue, 699-2276, www.isherwoodgallery.com

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Sheldon Fine Art Event Reception: May 22, 5-7 p.m. New show featuring several members of the American Society of Marine Artists, open daily 10 – 6 p.m., 59 America’s Cup Ave., Bowen’s Wharf, 849-0030. Spring Bull Show through May 31, “Sampling of the Portsmouth Arts Guild.” Gallery is open daily noon-5 p.m., 55 Bellevue Avenue, 849-9166, www.springbullgallery.com

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The Rhumbline’s herb and veggie gardens are bursting forth with early plantings. In the warmer months they’ll gather fresh rhubarb, carrots, peas, greens, beets, beans and herbs to flavor their dishes. But meanwhile, inside this gem of a restaurant, which is located in the historic Point district of Newport, chef/owner Ian McIntyre creates his freshly prepared meals with a flair using local produce and seafood. The Rhumbline prides itself on house-made. We entered the Rhumbline early on a weekday evening, where the hostess seated us immediately at a table by the front window. The building itself, an 18th-century colonial house, provides a cozy setting with wide-planked hardwood floors, exposed beams, white tablecloths, candle lights, fresh flowers, and large boat models. My dining companion and I relaxed and sipped our drinks while contemplating the menu. The Rhumbline has a full bar including wines by bottle or glass, cordials, martinis, and hot specialty drinks. Our server, Christina, was all that we could have asked for. She was a wealth of information about the food and bar choices, and was there when we needed her without hovering. In addition to the tempting regular menu, the prix fixe menu offered three courses with a glass of wine for only $22 per person, which was hard to pass up. Selections included a navy bean and house-made chorizo soup, mixed greens with oranges and goat cheese, and a main choice of seafood Bolognese over linguini, or rosemary garlic chicken. The regular a la carte menu featured some enticing appetiz-

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MENU: Contemporary American Cuisine. Prix Fixe menu available - 3 courses with a glass of wine is $22 per person. Take-out orders. WHERE: 62 Bridge Street, Newport HOURS: Open Tuesday through Sunday for dinner 5 p.m. Brunch Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rhumbline’s shellﬁsh paella on their specials menu. earthiness of spinach. I could make a meal of this! For the main course I chose the cider-brined pork chop, which at 14 ounces is one mega-piece of meat. It was tender, with a perfectly succulent accompaniment of pickled rhubarb, balsamic syrup, and crispy roasted bliss potatoes. Other menu options included Rhumbline’s signature barbecued salmon, panroasted cod, lobster and scallop stew, beef and pork Bolognese over pasta, grilled beef tenderloin, roast chicken, and a vegetarian entrée of

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house-made spring pea ravioli. My dining companion enjoyed the shellfish paella from the specials menu. He dove right into this dish with gusto. A flavorful combo of littlenecks, shrimp, mussels, calamari, and house smoked chorizo, it was served in Spanish saffron rice and finished with peas and roasted peppers — a colorful and tasty combo. We did save room for dessert, of course. And, while we were tempted by the strawberry rhubarb shortcake, the flourless chocolate

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g After months of construction and menu creation, the Marina Cafe & Pub on Newport’s Goat Island opened at the beginning of May. Owned by former Newport mayor, Richard Sardella, and Newport native, Patrick Golden, the Marina Cafe & Pub has a diverse menu of seafood, steaks, small plates and everything in-between. The restaurant, open Tuesday through Sunday and overlooking Newport Harbor, serves lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.

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g Monty’s Bar and Dining Room, located inside Vanderbilt Hall in Newport, specializes in “simply cooked, gastro-pub inspired menus of local seasonal dishes, seafood and eccentric British favorites.” The intimate eatery, seating 34, had a soft opening the end of April and is now open for breakfast everyday, and dinner Tuesday through Saturday (some evenings featuring live entertainment). After Memorial Day, Monty’s will include lunch.

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Footage of the great white shark and other denizens of the deep are awe-inspiring in the movie “Oceans. “(Photo courtesy DisneyNature)

By Patricia Lacouture We live in the “Ocean State,” surrounded by waters that can, depending on their mood, offer surfers a challenge or children a place to discover gentle waves lapping at their feet. But what do we know about this wonder around us—the substance that makes up nearly three-quarters of our planet? “Oceans,” a French made documentary distributed in the U.S. by Disney, explores the wonder, majesty and mystery of a water world teeming with life, yet endangered by over fishing, pollution and our collective habit of taking it for granted. Opening with a high overhead shot of wildly pulsing waves and the sound of roaring surf, the film takes us on a journey around the world to see the marvels of plant and fish life teeming beneath waters that can alternate between surging and serene. In one sequence, an expanse of ocean lies tranquil—sparkling like diamonds scattered across a bed of blue amethyst. This is, undoubtedly, a love song to the ocean, as evidenced by the sometimes reverential camera, which offers, in many places, the unusual point of view of the sea’s creatures. An iguana in the Galapagos Islands breaks through the sur-

face and seemingly scrutinizes his place of play, feeding and mating. In Alaska, humpback whales create a net of bubbles and then send out an eerie howl calling their companions to the feast. In Monterey Bay, sea otters crack shells with rocks to get to their dinner. Wherever they make their home, sea lions roll like happy puppies. The camera stays above the sea at times to extol the beauty of a locale. In Costa Rica, open ocean stretches to the horizon, its turquoise surface cradling a fiery orange sunset. Near a sandy bottom, a giant 120 ton blue whale glides gracefully above the white sands without disturbing a grain. Other bottoms are veritable forests, teeming with lush green foliage. With all of its reverent tone, the film makes a statement that initially feels confrontational: Early on, narrator Pierce Brosnan tells us, “As mankind reached for the stars, its sense of nature got out of whack.” Part of this phrase repeats near the end, and here it is forgiving, even grateful, for our skyward explorations. Here, Brosnan states, “Mankind reached for the stars and paused to look back at blue waters. When she (the ocean) hurts, we can measure her pain.” After a love fest of pristine seas, the film injects a shot of reality in the form of tainted waters, shorelines abundant with plastic containers and other debris that have either been carelessly tossed there or drifted from polluted rivers. Now, the film acknowledges that, through the technology afforded by space exploration, we can monitor the temperature of a patient that suffers simply from our collective indifference. “Oceans” has been touted as entertainment “for children of all ages,” and so it is.

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THE ARTS ARCHI-TEXT: Newport Casino By Ross Sinclair Cann, AIA This column has often called Newport Rhode Island the “Metropolitan Museum of Architecture” because it is the repository of some of the greatest works, of many of the greatest architects, who have worked in the United States. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the most prominent and prolific architecture firm in America was the company of McKim, Mead and White. This partnership was founded by Charles Follen McKim, only the second American born graduate from the famous École des Beaux Arts in Paris, and a creative young architect named Stanford White, who has hired as a junior partner in 1880 at the ripe old age of 26. The very first project that the new firm was hired to undertake was the design of the Newport Casino. The Newport Casino was commissioned in 1879 by James Gordon Bennett, who owned an estate across the street on the site where the Bellevue Gardens shopping complex now stands. He reportedly founded the club after angering his fellow members of the Reading Room club by encouraging his polo instructor to ride to the second floor of the complex on a horse with a bet. Upon learning that his fellow members were somewhat indignant at this bit of mischief, he decided to build his own club across from his Bellevue Avenue estate so that Bennett “could have some fun!” This would become a model for other institutions that would be created to promote athletic pursuit and leisure among the growing wealthy and upper middle classes; a new invention that eventually came to be called “the country club.” In celebration of the 130th anniversary of the opening of the Newport Casino at 194 Bellevue Avenue, this past weekend, there was a conference sponsored at the Casino by the Tennis Hall of Fame to examine the “Shingle Style” period of this auspicious firm. In the morning, a sold out attendance of 120 heard from a variety of speakers on different topics. Sam White, an architect

The horsehoe piazza of the Newport Casino at the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Bellevue Avenue. (Photo by Ross Cann, www.A4Arch.com) and historian in his own right, was on hand to speak about his the renovation of a country house called Box Hill over a period of several decades by his grandfather, Stanford White. Relying on archival drawings and documents that remained in his family, he painted a fascinating history of the transformation of a simple farmhouse into a grand estate with its own nine-hole golf course, elegant “out buildings” and grand vistas out to the lake and land that were once part of the property. The second speaker was Richard Guy Wilson, a professor of architecture at the University of Virginia. He regaled the assembly with the history of the founding of the Casino and observed that it is a model for, and a masterpiece of, the “Shingle Style,” which was popular during the 1880’s. The primary features of the “Shingle Style” include intricately cut cedar shingles, rounded towers, encircling covered porches and a loose asymmetric arrangement of masses made to suit each site. The last speaker of the morning was Martha Werenfels, the project architect for the restoration of the Casino Theater, which is now underway and expected to be completed by this September. She showed archival images and construction photos of the project to allow conference participants insight into this important restoration project. At the end of this lecture the participants were

invited to visit the theater to see the construction, firsthand, before eating an elegant lunch overlooking the tennis courts on the Casino’s “Horseshoe Piazza.” In the afternoon the conference participants were split into three groups to take tours of three houses, chosen from the many magnificent McKim, Mead and White structures that exist in Newport. These were the Samuel Tilton House (1881), the Isaac Bell House (1883) and the recently, and beautifully restored, Berkeley House (1885). After hearing about the work of McKim Mead and White from experts during the morning, the participants were able to see and touch actual projects by the firm in the afternoon. At the end of the day many conference attendees stated that they hoped that this is the first of many annual architectural conferences to celebrate the magnificent works of architecture that still exist in Newport and to closely examine the creative and important men who gave form and substance to these projects. For the day at least, Newport took its rightful place at the center of discourse on the subject of historical American architecture and it is hoped that this will become a regular occurrence. Ross Sinclair Cann, AIA, LEED AP is a historian, educator and practicing architect living and working in Newport.

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NATURE

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Peak bird migration season is here The great-crested ﬂycatcher has just arrived in Morton Park. Typically, a very loud bird, it is seen here with nesting material in its mouth as it prepares to build a nest in a nearby tree hollow. (Photo by Jack Kelly)

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Bird-watching, along with nature walking, are the fastest growing outdoor activities in the United States. Bird-watching has few boundaries. You can go alone, with friends, or even make it a family event. You can watch a bird feeder in your own backyard, or go to the neighborhood park to see what’s there. Anyone can enjoy it. We are approaching the peak of the spring migration season. Thousands of birds will be passing through our area. There will be so many species that it will be mind-boggling, at times. From the parks and forests, to the ﬁelds and meadows, and onto the beaches and marshes, there is so much to be seen. For “birders” this is a wonderful time of the year. It is also a great time to introduce yourself, your children, or your grandchildren to the beauty of nature. To watch as these birds carry on the circle of life is absolutely extraordinary. Locally, the Norman Bird Sanctuary and the Sachuest Point National

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Wildlife Refuge, offer bird-watching and identification programs to the public. These programs range from beginner’s level to guided walks with staff members. Children’s programs are also available. If you contact these two fine organizations you will find their staffs knowledgeable and helpful. They will also direct you to other wildlife organizations in our state. As a novice bird-watcher myself, I asked my circle of mentors and advisors to list the best “birding” spots locally. Depending upon which types of birds you may want to see this list preference will vary: 1) Miantonomi Park, Newport 2) Norman Bird Sanctuary 3) Brenton Point State Park (Fields/ Woods/Seashore) 4) Albro Woods, Mitchell’s Lane, Middletown 5) Hazard Road, Newport--to include Gooseneck Cove saltmarshes and Ballard Park 6) Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge--to include trails and saltmarshes by Third Beach parking lot These areas will provide optimum opportunities to see many different species. They will run the

gamut from songbirds to shorebirds, wading birds to raptors and so many more. Birds are most active between dawn and 10:00 a.m. They are active again in the late afternoon through early evening, after the heat of the day has passed. Here’s a tip: Some of the best and most knowledgeable bird-watchers in the state can be found at Miantonomi Park. You can ﬁnd them there most days, just after 6:00 a.m. On Saturday and Sunday mornings, groups go out between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. If you wish to join them, they will be more than happy to share their expertise with you. Bring an open mind and silent lips. At times, birding is a silent adventure. I learned this lesson quickly. Those who know me know I love to talk. I had to learn to listen. When I did, I heard the most beautiful songs sung by nature itself. A number of years ago, I asked an older friend of mine why he spent so much time watching birds and wildlife. He pondered my question for a few minutes before he answered me. “It brings me peace” he said. “It gives me a sense of belonging to something so much bigger than myself.” As I continue to explore this wonderful earth and all she has to offer, I too have come to fully understand the sense of peace and tranquility that one feels when surrounded by nature.

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8. Swimming lures. Great way to catch fish in coves, on rivers, etc. My favorite is a grey Yozuri Crystal Minnow. 9. Parachute squid jigs. Often used in ocean water (or where there are squid). Anglers successfully use this method off Newport, Narragansett and Block Island. 10. Trolling with tube and worm. I have had great success this year using lead line weighted with 3 ounces of lead between the line and a five foot fluorocarbon leader. Bubblegum colored tubes have worked great this year; red is also a good color (the tube hook is tipped with clam worm). The idea of added weight is to get the line down to where the fish are. I have found less line to be beneficial in tight quarters where maneuvering is tough. Captain Dave Monti has been fishing and shellfishing on Narragansett Bay for over 40 years. E-mail him your stories and questions at dmontifish@verizon.net

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this as their primary method to catch killer stripers. Hook the eel through the mouth and out one eye. Going between the eyes usually kills the bait. 5. Live menhaden. Snag the live bait with a weighted treble hook or net them. Hook the bait through the bridge of the nose, find a pod of fish and put the live menhaden into the pod of bait and let it swim. Used when menhaden are running strong, particularly up the Providence River in early spring. I use circle hooks because bass (small and keeper size) tend to swallow the bait whole and often get hooked low. Circle hooks allow you to release those fish you are not keeping... and release them alive and well. 6. Chunking fresh or frozen menhaden. You can anchor (and chum); drift fish or fish the moving bait pods with chunks. Some anglers use a weight slide to get the bait down to the striped bass. 7. Surface plugs. Have caught hundreds of school bass in the spring using surface plugs of all types.

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WELLNESS

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Maintain a healthy diet before, during and after pregnancy. The “fourth trimester” is a critical time for new mothers. As any new mom quickly learns, your day of delivery doesn’t exactly feel like the end of pregnancy. Delivery day marks the end of the third trimester of pregnancy, but the idea of the ‘fourth trimester’ is increasingly being discussed as it relates to nutrition, baby’s sleep habits, and other issues important to new moms and moms-to-be. “Moms-to-be need to know that the ﬁrst trimester of pregnancy is critical from a nutrition standpoint,” says Regan Miller Jones, a Registered Dietitian with Cabot Creamery Cooperative, who recently gave birth to her second child. “And for new moms, the ‘fourth trimester’ is also a critical time, when nutrition needs should be at the top of their lists. Many moms are sleep deprived in the ﬁrst few weeks following delivery and they can feel overwhelmed by the constant care newborns require. Healthy foods can help them recover from the delivery experience, maintain a healthy immune system and, if breastfeeding, help provide more nourishment for a new baby. It’s important for expectant moms to get proper nutrition, too. From ‘day one’ of conception a woman’s body begins to change in countless ways, and chief among those changes are nutritional needs. Very quickly, a woman’s nutritional needs go from one person to two (or more in the case of a multiple pregnancy), so an expectant mom needs to compensate by eating wisely, getting plenty of exercise and plenty of rest.” Eating for two doesn’t mean doubling your calories or your food bill,” Jones says. “Pregnant women only need about 300 extra calories per day. A healthy weight gain throughout pregnancy (on average 25 to 35 pounds for those already at their ideal weight) is associated with better outcomes for both mom and baby. Faced with a tighter food budget? Choose nutrient-rich foods with more nutritional value for your food dollar. Cheese, yogurt, milk, nuts, beans, whole-grains and some unprocessed meats offer vital vitamins and minerals needed during gestation for only pennies per ounce. And there are numerous

May 9-15 is National Women’s Health Week, a week-long health observance coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Ofﬁce on Women’s Health. To learn more about women’s health issues and access information on nutrition, dieting, preventative screenings and more, visit: www.womenshealth.gov/whw/ ‘nutrients to know’ during pregnancy, which is why most experts recommend a prenatal vitamin, before, during and after pregnancy. Protein, folic acid, iron, calcium and Omega-3/DHA rank high on the list of ‘important foods to eat daily.’” Jones also points out that time spent cultivating better nutrition know-how now helps ensure a healthy start to breastfeeding—a part of new motherhood that Jones champions as a beneﬁt to both mom and baby—and provides the framework for shaping better family mealtime in years to come. “The March of Dimes estimates seven out of ten women will start breastfeeding when their baby arrives,” Jones says, “and good nutrition is important throughout the breastfeeding stage. Caloric needs increase by about 200 calories above what moms need during pregnancy (or 500 total extra calories). The key is to keep these calories nutrient-rich.” For example, moms and expectant moms should consume nutrient-rich snacks like nuts, dried fruits and Cabot’s snacksize 3⁄4-ounce cheese bars – all healthy, nutrient-dense options that are good for moms. What about weight gain? Jones says that all moms should expect to add pounds during pregnancy – that’s just a fact of life. Most moms are interested in returning to their pre-pregnancy weight, post-delivery, but Jones advises caution.“New moms should realize that quick weight loss really isn’t the healthiest option,” she says. “Slow, steady shedding of pounds is the safest way to lose weight after the baby arrives. The main goal for moms should be to build a diet around wholesome foods like fruits, vegetables, milk, low-fat cheese, yogurt, whole grains and lean meats. And

to get plenty of exercise as well as take time to rest.” Speaking of time, one of the biggest challenges facing a new mom is ﬁnding the time to do all her new tasks plus keep up with life as it was before. “As a Registered Dietitian, one of my roles is to help new moms ﬁnd ways to manage their time in the kitchen most effectively,” Jones says. “Options like slow cookers, make-ahead-meals and the concept of ‘cook once – eat twice’ are times-savers I employ most often. The key to success is planning. Sit down, look at the week ahead and plan your meals in advance. That way, you’ll be sure you and your family are eating healthy, saving money, and saving time.” This article was furnished by Cabot Creamery. For more recipe ideas visit www.cabotcheese.com

RECENT DEATHS David Anthony Conner, formerly of Newport, died May 4, 2010. Donations in his memory may be made to VNA Hospice, Portsmouth. Sharon Denise (James) Coriander, of Newport, died May 7, 2010. Donations in her memory may be made to the Community Baptist Church, Newport. Lester W. Gorder, Jr., of Jamestown, died May 4, 2010. Joseph Moniz, of Portsmouth, husband of the late Anne (Giblin) Moniz, died May, 7, 2010. Donations in his memory may be made to the Portsmouth Volunteer Fire Department & Ambulance Fund, Portsmouth.

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Ocean State #1 Rose Bushes

Graphic Ts

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25 Pack Paper Lawn & Leaf Bags

Asst. colors & varieties

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10’x10’* Nantucket Gazebo

Gazebo with powder coated steel frame Bonus: Includes 4 corner shelves Easy to assemble

Catalina

* Measured from eave to eave

Comp. $550

300

Grill Year Round!

Grilltime™

Gazebo

Solid Teak Oversized Porch Rocking Chair

Color Changing Solar Lights Assorted styles

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65 Qt. Rolling Party Cooler

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• Fits in bedroom windows • Factory reconditioned • Window model • Remote control

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159

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Solar Pool Covers

3 Yearty n Warra

Diatomaceous Earth Fliter Sand 10 Lb Box

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15' Round

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33 $ 75

48 $ 82

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73 $ 97

20’x40’ Rect.

1 Gal. Liquid Shock

1 lb Powdered Shock

299

3’ Wrought Iron Garden Obelisk (6”x6” base)

150

100

Raised Top Cherry Dining Table

2 Tier Cherry Coffee Table

74”L x 34” W x 36”H

59”L x 34” W x 20”H

99 lbs

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Party Tub with Stand

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If You Grow Peonies This Is A Must Have!

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48”x10.5” Dia........... $24 60”x12” Dia................$30 72”x13.5” Dia........... $36

Russell Athletic®

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4’ (7"x7" base).........$15 5’ (8"x8" base).........$20 6’ (9"x9" base).........$25

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6’ Growing Spiral

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23” Charcoal Kettle Grill

63” H x 19” D x 27” W

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•Grow climbing roses, clematis, all types of climbing and vining plants •Solid steel rod construction •Powder coat finish resists rust

Haier® 7800 BTU Electronic Air Conditioner

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4-Shelf Mini Greenhouse

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Rose Tower 36” x 9” Dia.

Haier® 5200 BTU Air Conditioner

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140

16” End Table

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250

Grill not included

188

25 Lb Umbrella Base .......... $30

Fabulous assortment!

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Umbrella And Base Sold Separately

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MAINSHEET Art for Haiti On Saturday evening May 8th Aquidenck Hearts for Haiti presented “Art With Heart,” artwork by nearly a dozen local artists and students ﬁlled Ochre Court. Students and adults were entertained by sounds of Leroy White. All the proceeds from the silent auction and cocktail party will beneﬁt the Haitian Project and the Louverture-Cleary School in Port Au Prince. (Photos by Michelle Palazzo)

From left: Rhonda Headrick, Zumira Allzock and Maria Abreu

From left: Salve Regina President Jane Gerety RSM, Sunny-Dae Larson, Amanda Preston, Ray Offenheiser and Reese Grondin

Contributing student artists from St. Michael’s School

Opening night: Art in the Gilded Age at the Marble House

Life Happens

A perfect spring evening brought art aficionados to Marble House on Friday for an opening reception of Gothic Art in the Gilded Age: Medieval and Renaissance Treasures in the Gavet-Vanderbilt-Ringling Collection. The collection once belonged to Newport society hostess Alva Vanderbilt, and has returned to its first American home for the first time since 1927. This exhibition, organized by The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, the State Art Museum of Florida, Florida State University and the Preservation Society of Newport County, will be in place through October 31, 2010. (Photos by Andrea McHugh)

Carl Nold and Vicky Kruckeberg

Dr. John and Mary Ambrogi

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