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50 YEARS OF MEMORIES
Over the next decade, lawmakers, business owners, and many others will use 2020 Census data to make critical decisions. The results will show where communities need new schools, new clinics, new roads, and more services for families, older adults and children.
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Timberlin celebrates milestone By Sean Krofssik Record-Journal staff
who has held the post since 2011.
Timberlin Golf Club is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and there is plenty to toast.
“I look forward to continuing the many traditions that has made Timberlin such a special place for 50 years,� Bayram said.
The course opened on July 1, 1970, and has been under the watch of just three head golf professionals over the half century. It all began with the inaugural pro Lindsey Hansen (1970-2006), followed by Jeff Coderre (2006-2010) and current pro Marc Bayram,
The course host matches for the boys and girls Berlin High School squads. The Redcoat boys have won nine state titles and the girls have garnered four.
Timberlin also boasts strong men's and ladies club orgaTimberlin has produced nizations, as well as a topsome of the best players in notch Junior Golf program. the state, including four-time Bayram was honored as the Connecticut Open champirecipient of the 2015 Youth on and Connecticut amateur Player Development Award champ Kyle Gallo as well as because of the strength of Cody Paladino, also a CT the junior golf program. Open and state amateur champion.
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In short, your response matters. Currently, the national rate of response is 61.9 percent, while 65.3 percent of Connecticut residents have responded. Meanwhile, Berlin is well ahead of the national and state rate,
as 78.4 percent of residents have responded to the census. Your answers are so important that the Census Bureau will come knocking on your door to count people living in your household. Because of the pandemic, the Census Bureau is adapting or delaying some operations to protect the health and safety of staff and the public while still making sure the population is counted. According to the original schedule, non-response follow-up, (a.k.a. door knocking) was due to begin midMay. It will now be postponed until mid-August. What does this mean? If you would prefer to avoid that See Census, A14 R232002
Southington residents Jon Rustek, left, and Peter Anop reminisce about Timberlin Golf Club as they wait to tee off Friday, July 3. Timberlin is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
The results will also inform how hundreds of billions of dollars in federal funding are allocated to more than 100 programs, including Medicaid, Head Start, block grants for community mental health services and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP.
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Letters to the Editor The best candidate Editor : On Tuesday, Aug. 11, Connecticut Republicans are being asked to vote in a primary in order to finalize the Re-
Schools Graduates Local students receive degrees from Quinnipiac University: Michael Arciszewski, Master of Business Administration; Eric DeFrancesco, Bachelor of Science in Management; Shannon Jones, Doctor of Nursing Practice; Daniyal Khan, Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film, Television and Interactive Media; Robert Manzo, Master of Science in Organizational Leadership; Emily Mitchell, Bachelor of Arts in English; Evan Rigsby, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science; Nicholas Scalora, Bachelor of Science in Finance; Danielle Veronneau, Bachelor of Business Administration.
publican slate of candidates for November’s election. Voters in Berlin and Southington who live in Legislative District 30 have a very important decision to make. While Donna Veach is the Republican-endorsed candidate for State Representative she is being challenged by Pastor Jim Townsley of Southington. While COVID-19 has consumed our lives for the past several months we need to
has been extremely active in town (Town Council, Berlin Youth Services, Berlin Children’s Fund and numerous other organizations). Donna has been a Eucharistic MinWe need to take back our ister at St. Paul’s Church for state and it begins by putting the past 10 years. She’s curthe best qualified Republirently the Development/ can candidate forward in Marketing Director for the November’s election. I truly New Britain Youth Museum believe this is Donna Veach. and Hungerford Nature Center. Donna with her husband Jeff, who is a Berlin police Having witnessed Donna in officer, is a long time resisome of these roles, I am dent of Berlin (30 years). She convinced she is the right remember the dismal financial condition the state is in under the past and current leadership of a Democratmajority Senate and House.
candidate for us. She approaches every challenge with enthusiasm, vigor and a “can do” attitude. She will serve the 30th District well. Please remember to vote in the Republican Primary on Aug. 11. Vote for Donna Veach. To find out more about Donna, find “Veach 2020 for State Representative” on Facebook. Andra Lou Millerd, Berlin See Letters, A16
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Burglary suspect sought The Berlin police are attempting to identify a male suspect who is believed to be responsible for numerous shed, garage and porch burglaries in the areas of Meeting House Road, Ox Yoke Drive, Candlewick Lane and Lamplighter Drive occurring in the early morning hours of Monday, July 6. The suspect has tattoos on each outer forearm and each hand, possibly a marijuana leaf on his right hand. Anybody with information regarding the suspect or video of suspicious activity in the area is asked to contact Detective Scott Schreiner: sschreiner@berlinpd.org, 860828-7193.
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Federal lawsuit filed to allow mail-in voting in CT HARTFORD (AP) — A federal lawsuit was filed Thursday, July 2 to make mail-in voting for the November election available to all eligible Connecticut voters during the coronavirus pandemic. An executive order signed by Democratic Gov. Ned Lamont said any eligible Democratic or Republican voter will be allowed to use an absentee ballot to vote in the Aug. 11 primary. Applications are being sent to the state’s 2 million eligible vot-
ers. However, because the governor’s public health emergency order expires Sept. 9, he cannot mandate that the ballots be made available for the Nov. 3 general election. Lamont and Secretary of the State Denise Merrill, both Democrats, have urged the General Assembly to pass legislation in an upcoming special session to allow all voters to use absentee ballots in the general election. No date has been set.
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elections are carried out in a way that assures voters and election workers can participate safely, which means Connecticut must have absentee vote-by-mail available for everyone in November,” said Carol Reimers, president of the League of Women Voters of Connecticut.
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In fact, statues of Columbus have already been removed in New Haven, New London, Norwalk and Middletown, and the issue is now frontInstead, what we get from and-center in Meriden and Washington is some initial Southington as well. There stirring of legislative action are deep feelings on both while the president urges sides of this question, and police to “dominate” the it’s too early to say how it streets when dealing with protests, and the secretary of will turn out. defense refers to those But it’s not too early to say streets as “the battle space.” that 2020 has turned out to But those protesters are not be a year of reassessment, a year of soul-searching, a an invading army; they are, increasingly, we the people. year when millions of Americans have hit the streets in order to form a more perfect Meanwhile, the goals of the Union. And that’s as Ameridemonstrations have excan as apple pie. panded to include the removal of statues glorifying — Previously published in officials and officers of the the Record-Journal. Confederacy as well as other
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The town acquired Timberlin's 365 acres in 1966.
Southington resident Peter Anop also grew up in Berlin and started playing at Timberlin when he was 12. He was also on hand the day the course opened.
Southington resident Jon Rustek grew up in Berlin and “When it first opened the was a caddie the day the In 1969, the Parks & Recrepro shop was a trailer in the course opened. ation Commission led by Dr. parking lot,” Anop recalled. Jack Kiniry developed the “The town put out an article “It has blossomed so much plans for an 18-hole golf in the New Britain Herald to since.” course, tennis courts, parksee if kids would like to cading area, access roads, main- die,” Rustek said. “I signed Anop said golfing kept him tenance buildings and a two- up. There was a bunch of us and his friends out of troustory multi-purpose building kids there and we were able ble. He said they used to that included the clubhouse, to have a great time learning jump into the pond on hole pro shop and dining facility. about sports.” No. 12 to collect golf balls.
Timberlin Golf Club pro Marc Bayram tees off on the 17th on Friday, July 3.
Al Zikorus designed a highquality golf course that could be maintained at a reasonable price. It was built by general contractor Angelo Tomasso Inc. The first event on July 1, 1970 was an 18hole shotgun start. The golf course was unveiled by opening tee shots by Lindsey Hansen and Mayor Arthur
Rustek was 15 at the time and recently turned 65. He still plays Timberlin with his wife. “We walk 18 holes every day,” Rustek said. “It’s a great walking golf course. There are about 25 trees on the course that have been dedicated to my friends over the years. It’s a nice tribute.” Rustek grew up on Chamberlain Highway and his parents bought him a season pass. The golf course is where he spent the summers of his youth.
WORTHINGTON FIRE DISTRICT TAX COLLECTOR’S NOTICE TO THE TAXPAYERS OF THE WORTHINGTON FIRE DISTRICT, BERLIN, CT:
“I remember when I was in grammar school and we would see the bulldozers out there and the greens being built,” Rustek said. “Fifty years went by in a heartbeat.”
All persons liable to pay taxes on Real Estate and Personal Property in and to the Worthington Fire District of the Town of Berlin, CT, are hereby notified that taxes on the Grand List of October 1, 2019 are due and payable in full by July 1, 2020. SAID TAXES SHALL BECOME DELINQUENT IF NOT PAID ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 3, 2020. Per the Governor’s Executive Order 7S-6, interest at the rate of .25% per month shall be charged from July 1, 2020 on all taxes not paid on or before August 3, 2020. This low interest rate will be in effect through October 1, 2020.
Now 62, Anop plays at Timberlin three days a week at a solid 11-handicap. Timberlin has been recognized as one of the state’s top public golf courses over the years and has been the recipient of the CTPGA Walter Lowell Award presented to the course that serves as the model public golf course each year. “Throughout my 10 years at Timberlin, I have been fortunate to build so many relationships with the town, the customers, and the residents of Berlin,” Bayram said. “Timberlin Golf Course is a very special place and a beautifully-designed public golf course. It is great for any skill level and has 18 great holes of golf.”
Any and all unpaid Back Taxes, Interest and Other Charges must be paid in full before payment may be made on the 2019 Grand List Taxes. Any person who is liable for these taxes and who does not receive a bill or bills should contact the Worthington Fire District Tax Collector’s Office at once, by phone at 860-828-5630, or in person at 1400 Berlin Turnpike, as failure to receive a bill does not relieve one from liability. COLLECTION PLACE: Worthington Fire District Office 1400 Berlin Turnpike Berlin, CT 06037 OFFICE HOURS:
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Mike Deegan, of Berlin, hits out of the sand on the 7th hole at Timberlin on Friday, July 3.
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State is delaying third phase of reopening plan State residents will have to wait longer to enjoy a drink in a bar or attend larger indoor and outdoor gatherings. They’ll also have to wait longer for the capacity limits to be increased in places likes restaurants and gyms. Democratic Gov. Ned Lamont announced Monday he is postponing the state’s third phase of reopening “for the foreseeable future,” expressing concern about the number of positive COVID19 cases spiking in other states and those governors deciding to reverse their earlier reopening decisions. On Friday, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican, shut down bars again and scaled back restaurant capacity to 50 percent because of large increases in infections. “Look, I’d like a beer at the bar as much as the next person. I know how frustrating this can be,” Lamont said. “But right now, with this pandemic flaring up in a majority of other states, this is not the time to take a risk.” The Connecticut Restaurant Association has stressed that bar seating will still be allowed as part of a restaurant’s current 50 percent indoor capacity limit, so long as certain criteria are met, such as physical barriers in place that separate customers from the bar space and restrictions against serving customers who are standing.
ties that have a fire code associated with them, such as racetracks. Also, indoor private gatherings will remain limited at up to 25 people and outdoor private gatherings will still be capped at 100 people. Both were scheduled to increase in mid-July. Additionally, the capacity limits will remain in place for indoor dining, different entertainment venues and gyms. Lamont’s decision comes as Connecticut still has one of the lowest infection rates in the country, less than 1 percent. There have been 259 more positive cases since Friday and three more deaths, for a total of 4,338. Meanwhile, the number of hospitalizations dropped over the weekend by 26, to a total of 69. For most people, the virus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or lead to death. See Reopening, A14
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In other coronavirus news:
Contact tracing Lamont said 100 percent of the state’s local health departments are participating in the state’s contact tracing program, uploading data and making calls on a regular basis. He said 885 people
According to 2020census.gov, “The census provides critical data that lawmakers, business owners, teachers, and many others use to provide daily services, products, and support for you and your community. Every year, billions of dollars in federal funding go to hos-
have signed up to perform contact tracing, 120 of whom are volunteers. Nearly all of the positive cases reported to local health departments for contact tracing are followed up within 48 hours. Ultimately, about 47 percent of the cases have been successfully contacted. While state officials would like to see more cases suc-
pitals, fire departments, schools, roads, and other resources based on census data.” Also, results determine the number of seats each state will have in the U.S. House of Representatives, and are used to draw congressional and state legislative districts.
cessfully contacted, Josh Geballe, Lamont’s chief operating officer, said having all of the local health departments involved in the system gives Connecticut “a huge advantage as a state to be able to pass contacts across jurisdictional lines.”
It also gives officials insight on a statewide level of where possible outbreaks might occur.
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Winged burning bush is a deciduous shrub, up to 20 tive plants selected will pro- feet in height, which invades forests throughout the eastvide four season interest and seeds or berries that are ern United States. The leaves turn a bright crimson beneficial to our native insects by providing food and to purplish color in the fall. Flowers develop in the shelter. spring and lay flat against As described by the CT Inthe leaves. Fruit are reddish vasive Plant Working Group, capsules that split to reveal Japanese barberry is a mulorange fleshy seeds. Winged ti-branched dense shrub burning bush can invade a that can grow to 8 feet in variety of disturbed habitats height. Shiny green to burincluding forest edges, old gundy leaves are alternate fields and roadsides. Birds along its thorny stems. Soli- readily disperse the seeds, tary yellow flowers bloom allowing for many long disfrom March to April, and the persal events. Once estabfruit is a round or elliptical lished, it can form dense red berry. Japanese barberry thickets that displace native is a popular landscape vegetation. shrub that has escaped into many natural areas, and can Winged burning bush is nagrow in dense thickets in the tive to northeastern Asia and was first introduced into understory of woods and North America in the 1860s forests. It is a prolific seed for ornamental purposes. It producer, and numerous currently continues to be sold and planted as an ornamental or roadside hedge. Kensington Garden Club encourages the public to remove these invasive plant varieties from their home landscaping.
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The purpose of the Kensington Garden Club is to operate exclusively on a nonprofit basis for charitable and educational purposes, and for the well-being of the community and public benefit. The club promotes civic beauty, encourages improvement of public spaces, raises awareness of environmental concerns and advances the art of floral design and horticulture. Look for upcoming fundraisers to help support their mission. All profits are given back to the community. Also look for virtual educational programs beginning in September. These are posted on the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library calendar. New members are always welcome. Contact the club via Facebook or kensingtongardenclub.net. — Press Release
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Given the impact of COVID19, CFGNB will have an additional round of grants this year. Letters of Intent are due Aug. 31. If your organization is invited to submit a full application, the deadline for the full application is Sept. 30. Final funding decisions will be made on Dec. 9.
To make a gift to the COVID19 Initiatives Fund, visit cfgnb.org/donate-now or mail your check, made payable to CFGNB, to CFGNB, 74 Vine St., New Britain, CT 06052. Write COVID-19 Fund in the memo.
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Thursday, July 9, 2020
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Thursday, July 9, 2020
THANK YOU
AMERICA for Another Great Year Aakhi, Officer Barrett and Tiernan.
OPEN LETTER TO AMERICA Every year around America’s birthday I take a moment to say thanks to a country that took me in with $80 in my pocket decades ago. In search of the American dream I fell in love with a warm, optimistic and loving country that offered hope to a young Irish immigrant. Over the years nothing has swayed my gratitude. Although not perfect, America is still that beacon of hope because of her people. Local people stepping up, going out of their comfort zone to help other Americans. These individuals go about their lives with a focus and a purpose that is truly inspirational. No matter the circumstance, they still follow their calling.
Tiernan (Hartford Bags of Love) and his family doing a project for the homeless at our office.
I have an understanding for people that find themselves homeless as I found myself years ago in that predicament. I also have a deep appreciation for people who lend a helping hand. Tiernan Cabot was nine years old when a chance meeting with a homeless man on Christmas Day, 2016 while volunteering at Bushnell Park changed the course of his young life. Tiernan heard the man’s story and became inspired to help by starting his own non-profit, Hartford Bags of Love. Now years later, the charity has grown and he has been invited down to Washington DC by Senator Blumenthal and recognized by State Senator Saud Anwar. Tiernan and his younger brother Aakhil visited Yankee Home to show our team how the bags of toiletries are put together along with handmade cards to personalize each bag. Tiernan works with another local inspiring individual, Hartford Police officer Jim Barrett, a true champion for the city’s homeless. A 21 year Army Veteran, Officer Jim has pictures of homeless people on his office walls and tells me he knows 850 of Hartford’s less fortunate by name. He takes a personal interest and forges relationships often on his own time and with his own money. Last year he successfully helped a suicidal man off a city bridge. His reward is seeing people better themselves. His selfless efforts of helping people get back on their feet are inspirational to watch and hear about.
Team Member Kara, her daughter Naraya and their neighbor Kaylee from the story.
Then in April, a covid-19 nurse returns home at midnight after a 12 hour shift to see her home in flames. A Yankee Home team member Kara Mainville steps up to take in the nurse’s daughter who lives on her street, who is now without a home. Could not be prouder to see a Yankee team member step up like this. The community then rallied and came together to help this family rebuild by generously contributing to their Gofundme page. Heartwarming to see Americans looking out for Americans. As an immigrant witnessing some of these selfless acts makes me appreciate this wonderful country even more. Ordinary people doing extraordinary things. This immigrant’s view of America remains unchanged. While not perfect she is still the optimistic, warm and loving country he set foot on decades ago. Thanks for reading. Thank You America. Happy July 4th and God bless her as She rebuilds.
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