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By Bryant Carpenter Record-Journal staff
CHESHIRE — For Connecticut high school students, there is light at the end of the tunnel. On Friday, the CIAC released guidelines for the “resocialization” for scholastic sports and other activities. Resocialization: That’s a one big word for “gettin’ back at it.” Albeit, by degrees.
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In-person public hearing discussed By Everett Bishop The Citizen
The next Town Council meeting could look a bit different, as councilors are debating if they should meet in-person for the first time since COVID-19 hit the U.S.
The meeting, slotted for Tuesday, June 16, includes a public hearing on an or-
dinance extending tax exemptions “to charitable, religious, or non-profit” organizations that are leasing property. The meeting would be held the day before Phase 2 of Governor Lamont’s reopening plan goes into effect, which would allow amusement parks, hotels, indoor dining establish-
ments, libraries, gyms and personal care services to resume business.
The CIAC guidelines, drawn up in conjunction with the Connecticut State Medical Society Sports Medicine Committee, map out a gradual and phased return to activity throughout July and August. They follow much along the lines of recommendations already issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as the National Federation of State High School Associations.
Mayor Mark Kaczynski introduced the idea of an inperson meeting. He said joining the councilors would be a few members of the general public who wished to speak.
Sports are categorized from “low risk” — such as cross country — to “high risk” — such as football — and the recommendations for each vary accordingly.
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The suggested course of action is detailed and touches
upon multiple bases, such as the opening of facilities, the size of gatherings, the sanitizing of equipment, the hygiene and health screening of players. Target dates are included, but the plan is fluid, subject to change based on the progress of the coronavirus and Gov. Ned Lamont’s reopening plan for the Connecticut. On that front, the picture is promising. On Friday, the governor pushed up the launch of Phase II of his plan from June 20 to June 17. Phase II includes the reopening of gyms, fitness studios, bowling alleys and some youth sports programs. The CIAC, in issuing its recommendations, emphasized safety and caution in resuming activities. The CIAC also leaves considerable discretion to individual school districts. “It is understood that the guidelines do not fully mitigate any COVID-19 risk and, therefore, school districts, parents, athletes, coaches, and officials should make inSee CIAC, A21
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graduation video. Photos will be available for purchase through LifeTouch. Cap and car decorating via social distancing: On June 19 students are invited to decorate their graduation caps and cars at home. Car procession, yearbook pick-up and video tribute: On June 21 seniors and family members will meet, in a yet to be determined location, and proceed in their vehicles to BHS to receive their yearbooks and a small care package. Faculty and staff will be there to greet students and wish them well. A video tribute will also be posted on our website. More information to come regarding route and times.
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The Breakfast and Lunch Program will continue to provide meals to all Berlin children 18 years or younger through June 29. Meals are provided Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 7 to 9 a.m. at Willard School. We recognize the need, as we are currently serving approximately 1,300 meals weekly, but regret that funding will not be available after June 30. If you are still in need of assistance, reach out to Berlin Social Service for guidance in locating other options that may be available. McGee: June 15: Grade 8 Awards Ceremony Video Release. June 16: Promotion Ceremony Video Release, Promotion Ceremony Motorcade at Berlin Lions fairgrounds and Memory Video Release. (Raindate is June 17.) Be on the lookout for communication regarding the following transition events in June.
Multiple Curbside Personal Item Pick-Ups have been communicated through the school’s messenger system and scheduled/implemented. Once yearbooks are delivered, a curbside pick-up will be scheduled. In addition, families will be allowed to pick up the purchased congratulation signs purchased by the school. See BOE, A21
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Police dept. changes
Town Hall: Town Hall opened to the public Tuesday, May 26, by appointment only. We encourage everyone to conduct business with Town Hall by phone, mail or email.
Fingerprinting: The police department resumed fingerprint services on June 2. Appointments can be made for Tuesdays and Thursdays between 1 and 3 p.m. To schedule an appointment, visit berlinpd.org and click on the “Support Services” link.
However, if the nature of your business requires you to visit Town Hall in person, contact the appropriate department to schedule an appointment. Please note that a face mask or face covering is required to enter all town buildings.
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Also, Dymczyk earned two internships with biomedical companies and is a proud member of the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society and the Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society.
Nichols College, Dudley, Mass., has named Nicholas Lojko and Niah Samboy to its dean’s list for the spring semester. Plymouth State University, Plymouth, N.H., has named Emma Wade and Aiden Rich to its dean’s list for the spring semester.
This month, Dymczyk began her career with a biomedical device company.
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Dementia caregiver support group to convene online In conjunction with Hartford Healthcare Center for Healthy Aging and the Connecticut Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library will host its first Dementia Caregiver Support Group on Monday, June 15 at 1 p.m. This group will meet monthly, online, the third Monday of the month, until it is safe to meet at the library. Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for
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In Brief Coffee giveaway The Berlin Lions Club will host a 1st Responder Appreciation Free Coffee Giveaway Wednesday, June 17 at Dunkin’ (Farmington Avenue), Wednesday, June 24 at Whole Donut (Farmington Avenue), and Wednesday, July 1 at Busy Bean (Main Street).
The following are eligible for a free drink (must have identification): Hunters Ambulance (Berlin), police, EMT, nurses, active milThose interested in attenditary and National Guard, ing should call Patty O’BriKensington and Berlin fire an, CDP, dementia specialist, department personnel from Hartford Healthcare and Berlin veterans. Center for Healthy Aging, at 860-628-3833. Visit alz.org/ct to learn more about caregiver programs and resources. To further extend your network of support, visit ALZConnected, an online community, at alzconnected.org. -- Press Release
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Alzheimer’s walk The Alzheimer’s Association Central Connecticut Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place Sept.13 at Lake Compounce in Bristol. For details, visit act.alz.org/. See Briefs, A16
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Are you paying for health care, or merely disease care? By Ann Aresco, ND
There is no doubt health care in this country has to change. The very first thing to change is the definition of health care. Health care is not insurance, drugs or surgery. This is disease care. Health care is eating organic whole foods, getting good sleep and getting regular exercise. So the question is: what do you want to pay for; health care to prevent disease or disease care? Organic produce is not exponentially more expensive than regular produce. Producers of non-organic would
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Towns ready to get their first share of federal relief aid The debate over how much federal pandemic aid should be shared with Connecticut’s municipalities is coming down to one obviousyet-complex question: What exactly is a coronavirus-related expense? While new federal guidelines appear to encourage Gov. Ned Lamont’s administration to dedicate hundreds of millions of dollars to cities and towns, the fine print in the federal rules says something very different. While it remains unclear whether the impact on municipalities will stretch into the tens or hundreds of millions of dollars, Lamont was expected to announce Thursday an initial wave of funding for communities, which have been pressing for assistance for the past two months. “I don’t think anybody’s going to try to game the system, but at the same time these costs should not be pushed down on the property taxpayers,” said Joe DeLong, executive director of the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities.
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Southington council cancels Apple Harvest Festival By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff
SOUTHINGTON — The Town Council voted unanimously Monday night to cancel this year’s Apple Harvest Festival over health concerns and uncertainty over whether the state would allow large gatherings this fall. Jim Morelli, a Republican councilor, suggested the Apple Harvest festival parade continue despite the cancellation. Town recreation director Dave Lapreay said Southington isn’t alone in forgoing signature town events. He recommended canceling.
A crowd of children laugh and interact with The Amazing Andy during his magic act on the main stage at the annual Apple Harvest Festival in Southington on Oct. 12, 2019.
Before voting, councilors discussed whether to attempt a scaled-down festival.
Michel DelSanto, a Republican councilor, said he wouldn’t want to hold an event that left people disappointed. “The last thing I want is the shell of the Apple Harvest festival,” he said. Republican Tom Lombardi, council vice chairman and festival committee member, said vendors have to plan and buy for the festival months in advance. There’s no guarantee that large gatherings will be allowed in September under Gov. Ned Lamont’s executive orders.
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“I don’t think it’s worth it for us to push the envelope and plan this festival and have vendors lose money,” Lombardi said. William Dziedzic, a Republican councilor, said the town
recently celebrated the festival’s 50th anniversary. While he voted for the cancellation, he wasn’t happy. “We will be judged, 10, 15, 25, 50 years from now for this decision,” he said.
Victoria Triano, council chairwoman and a Republican, told councilors to bring ideas for alternative events to Lapreay.
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Obituaries Guy P. Lombardi BERLINGuy P. Lombardi, 88, of Berlin, CT, beloved husband of Patricia A. Nugent of 62 years, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 5, 2020. Born on October 5, 1931 in Mount Vernon, NY, he was the son of the late Anna (Tesauro) and Peter Lombardi. Guy graduated from A.B. Davis High School in Mount Vernon, NY, with the Class of 1949. He later graduated from Fordham University College of Pharmacy in Bronx, NY, with the Class of 1954. He married Pat on September 28, 1957 at St. Patrick’s Church in Glen Cove, NY. Guy served as 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army in Thule, Greenland and Miller Field Staten Island, NY. Guy was a pharmaceutical and hospital products representative for Abbott Laboratories in Hartford, CT from 1957 to 1973. He was also a pharmacist at the Hospital of Central Connecticut (formerly called NBGH) from 1974 until he retired in 1996. Guy was a member of the St. Paul’s Church for over 60 years and was a commentator, lecturer and in the adult choir for over 20 years. He also taught religious education classes for the church. Guy enjoyed music and relaxing at home with family and friends where he lived for 60 years. He
was an advocate of education and the Boy Scouts of America. Guy loved vacationing in Ogunquit, ME, with his wife to enjoy the peaceful scenery. He also liked talking about girls basketball with Jean Nugent, his sister-in-law. He was very proud of the accomplishments of his sons and their wives and his seven grandchildren. Guy will be remembered as a quiet, gentle and loving man defined by his cherished faith in God, kindness and warm spirit. Besides his wife, he leaves behind his three sons and seven grandchildren: Michael and his wife Elizabeth Lombardi of Wethersfield, CT (children Michael and Rachel); Thomas and his wife Laurie Lombardi of Slingerlands, NY (children Christina, Stephanie and Isabelle); and Robert and his wife Janice Lombardi
of Liverpool, NY (children Nicole and Brian). He is also survived by his sisterin-law Jean Nugent of Canyon Country, CA and several cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. He is predeceased by his parents, his three sisters Audrey (Roy) Amicucci, Jeanne (Fred) King and Carole Krebs, and his sister-in-law Dolores Nugent. Guy’s wife, Pat, was his devoted primary caregiver and advocate for many years. His family would like to give a special thank you to the medical professionals who cared for him and also Carmen, Wanda and Enid from Sky Angels, LLC, who took care of him as if he was their family for the past few years. In addition, his family would like to thank Andrea Brandl and their friends from St. Paul’s who have been so supportive. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Guy can be made to St. Paul’s Church, located at 461 Alling St., Kensington, CT 06037. The EricksonHansen Funeral Home of Berlin will be handling the funeral arrangements and the burial will be held privately at Maple Cemetery in Berlin, CT. For online expressions or memory to the family, please visit www. ericksonhansenberlin. com.
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For some businesses scheduled to reopen on June 17, the worry is finding enough disinfectant. For others, the biggest question isn’t about opening their doors but whether anyone will be coming through them any time soon.
Hotels, bowling alleys, amusement parks, nail salons, tattoo parlors, gyms, and fitness centers are among the types of establishments that will be allowed to reopen next week after being closed for months because of the pandemic. Restaurants will also be allowed to serve patrons indoors, but with strict social distancing in place. Bars and nightclubs are still not allowed to resume business under the state rules.
Most business operators contacted Monday said the new guidelines issued by Gov. Ned Lamont’s administration for the next phase of the economic re-start the COVID-19 era were about what they’ve been expecting for weeks. Lamont said Connecticut will be “opening up about 95 percent of our economy” by June 17. At his regular daily briefing Monday, Lamont said the ongoing declines in hospitalizations and infection rates are on track to allow the second phase of the reopening to proceed as planned. “We think this is a calculated risk,” Lamont said. “The percentage of people testing positive has been going down.” State tests for the coronavirus totaled 305,996 Monday, an increase of 5,715 from the day before. Those tests resulted in just 124 new cases of COVID-19, according to the latest state report. An additional 13 coronavirus-related deaths were reported, bringing the number of Connecticut’s pandemic fatalities to 4,084.
The latest detailed reopening guidelines include long lists of specifics about cleaning, sanitizing, social distancing, ventilation, personal protective equipment and health checks for employees as well as masks for customers. “So far, the rules have been well received,” said David Lehman, Lamont’s economic development commissioner. Pat Toth, owner of Prime Time Fitness in New Fairfield, said he’s having trouble finding enough disinfectant and cleaning supplies for the weeks ahead. “I have some, but it’s not going to last.” “You can’t get it,” Toth said, citing a long list of retail stores and internet sites he’s tried. “They say it’s coming, but they don’t have it now.”
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school buildings to offer summer youth programs in large areas that allow for From A9 safe, social distancing. But COVID-19 ate up those extra this means enormous daily, dollars, but didn’t go beyond disinfecting and cleaning work that can costs thouthe budgeted level, that’s sands of dollars in labor and not a covered expense. supplies each week. At issue is the $150 billion Coronavirus Relief Fund en- Is this a COVID-19-related acted by Congress as part of expense, or an added cost — albeit an extraordinary one the $2 trillion Coronavirus — to existing summer proAid, Relief, and Economic grams? “These are things, I Security (CARES) Act Congress enacted in March, think, that haven’t been contemplated yet,” DeLong and — more specifically — sa id. Connecticut’s nearly $1.4 billion share of that relief Senate Minority Leader Len fund. Fasano, R-North Haven, last The dollars are earmarked to week urged Lamont to interpret the rules broadly and assist state, municipal and maximize aid given the tribal governments. many businesses forced to But Congress only mandated close during the pandemic. “When businesses close, that states share fixed porgrand lists are negatively imtions of their respective pacted,” Fasano added. “The grants with large cities with extended closure of local populations in excess of 500,000. Otherwise, it’s up to employers is hurting our state governments to decide towns and cities. Municipalities are in need of this fedhow to to divvy up the doleral support.” lars.
But the federal government has issued guidelines to the states, and these recommend that about 45% of the grant be spent on municipalities with populations less than 500,000. That would amount to roughly $630 million out of Connecticut’s $1.4 billion allocation. The Lamont administration has urged municipalities to report their pandemic-related costs. And while a final assessment isn’t complete, those reports, to date, have totaled in the tens of millions of dollars. But DeLong warned many municipal leaders are unclear about the costs they should claim, he said. For example, some communities have used public
Gara said leaders in some towns served by regional school districts didn’t realize they needed to gather those districts’ pandemic-related expenses as well as their own. Towns must be able to modify their claims to the state, and submit additional ones, as expenses arise amidst Connecticut’s climb out of the pandemic, Gara said. “I think they’ve only hit the tip of the iceberg,” DeLong added. This story originally appeared on the website of The Connecticut Mirror, www.ctmirror.org.
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Being sedentary does not bode well for the human body. The messages sent to every cell function in us is: no need to burn calories, make muscle tissue, make bone mass, produce more hormones, use up cholesterol … on and on. The functions in the human body will take the path of least resistance. If it isn’t directed to do more to keep us healthy, it won’t. That leads to disease when functions begin to fail us. Once this process begins it becomes more and more difficult to bring us back to health. Then the investment in disease care really begins to be costly for medicines and surgery and medical visits and hospital care.
tance of the arts during uncertain times. The Connecticut Arts Alliance is a statewide nonprofit advocacy organization for the arts and culture sector. Kelly Annelli, director of Member Organization Services for the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence, will speak about the unfortunate affects the pandemic has had on domestic violence victims. If you are interested in joining Catalyst, would like to participate in the meeting on June 25 as a guest, or have any questions regarding membership, please contact Joeline Wruck, director of Community Initiatives, at 860-229-6018 ext. 307 or jwruck@cfgnb.org. Established in 1941, the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain is “Where Good Begins” in Berlin, New Britain, Plainville and Southington. The foundation works to inspire philanthropy, responsibly manage permanent charitable assets, and partner to address key community issues through strategic leadership. For more information, visit cfgnb.org.
All this to try and recover what would still be yours if you had scheduled a little time every day to tell your body “I’m going to need more energy, burn more calories, make more of everything I need to stay healthy, so I can be active and feel good every minute of the rest of this day.” Changing how you think of “health care” will help you change your health. Are you investing in your health care, or waiting to pay for disease care? Dr. Ann Aresco is a Naturopathic Doctor who specializes in preventative medicine at ProNatural Physicians Group in Berlin where prevention and traditional medical practices work together to help patients work towards their best health care. R231065
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Heroes Walk Memorial bricks are being sold for the “Heroes Walk” at the Berlin Veterans Memorial Park on Veterans Way. Each brick honors a veteran, living or deceased, who served in the nation’s military. Memorial brick applications are available on the Town of Berlin’s Veterans Commission web page. Ap-
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“We certainly don’t want to fill the room, obviously. And we’d only take one or two at a time … depending on how many staff members are there,” the mayor said.
To promote social distancing, Kaczynski also floated the concept of meeting in a larger space, such as the Board of Education meeting room, or at McGee Middle School.
Town Manager Arosha Jayawickrema said another possibility would be to have the councilors meet in-person, with members of the
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Throughout June: Virtual Kindergarten Orientation.
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Willard: June 15: Virtual Field Day. June 16: Classroom Celebrations; Virtual Grade 5 Award Ceremony. June 17: Reverse Parade (First 30 minutes special time and tribute for Grade 5 students only.) Throughout June: Virtual Kindergarten Orientation. Hubbard: June 15: Virtual Field Day. June 16: Classroom Celebrations; Virtual/Digital Grade 5 Promotion. June 13-17: Kindergarten End-of-Year Slide Show and Acknowledgement. June 17: Grade 5 Reverse Promotion Parade; Hubbard
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Griswold: June 15: Virtual Olympic Day. June 16: Classroom Celebrations; Virtual Awards Ceremony posted to the website.
Parks and Recreation: The Parks and Recreation Department is reviewing all state guidelines and executive orders, as well as working closely with our Health District to determine if summer programming will be offered. We hope to make our decision and announcement in
June 17: Reverse Parade from 9 a.m. to 12p.m. (Parents Club is also hosting a shaved ice truck that is drive up only at the parade. Grade 5 students get a free large shaved ice.) The Board of Education would like to thank all the administrators, teachers and parents that have been working hard to make these important transitions as special as possible during these times.
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the very near future and it will be posted on the town website under the Parks and Recreation Department page, as well as the town Facebook page. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library: Curbside pickup began on June 1 for items that were placed on hold before March 24. After June 1, holds placed recently will begin to be filled. You may visit berlinpeck.org or call 860-828-7125 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday to place a hold and patrons will be notified once items are available.
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If you have library materials still in your possession, please remember that the due date on everything has been pushed to June 5. After June 1, the book drop will be open Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Senior Center: The Senior Center will remain closed to the public until further notice. The Senior Center will remain committed as always to be a support and resource to our senior community. If you or anyone you know needs assistance, contact the center at 860-828-7006. -- Press Release
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partments of public health prior to implementing a return to in-person athletics or activities.”
dividual determinations on when it is safe to return,” the CIAC stated. “School districts should consult their local de-
At this juncture, the opening of practice for the fall season remains Aug. 17 for football and Aug. 27 for all others. Opening day of competition
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There have been no high school sports in Connecticut since March 10, when the CIAC, acting several days ahead of much of the rest of the sports world, canceled what remained of the winter postseason.
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