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Volume 24, Number 30

Thursday, July 28, 2022

Residents weigh in on charter revision The Town Council held a public hearing in regards to the work of the Charter Revision Commission at its July 12 meeting. A significant change proposed would give political town committees the power to nominate candidates for the Board of Education. As it stands, Berlin BOE candidates/members are not aligned with political parties. Also, the Charter Revision Commission proposed

changes related to the Visiting Nurses Association, and eliminating the requirement that the town manager live in town. At the July 12 hearing, more than 20 residents spoke. Reflecting the opinion of several attendees, resident Teddie Lette said he did not approve of the proposed charter revisions. Lette said councilors wanted to make changes they want to see, not what the tax-payers are looking for. See Charter, A17

Berlin ‘Romp’ effort spotlights local shops By Nicole Zappone The Citizen

Economic Development Director Chris Edge recently launched a program to put a brighter spotlight on some of the town’s businesses. The “It’s All In Berlin” project unfolded July 20 and 21, bringing home decor businesses and real estate agents together for the Real Estate Romp. See Shops, A16

Prism Academy, a school for children with autism spectrum disorders, celebrated its new location in Berlin with a ribbon-cutting on Friday, July 22. Nicole Zappone, The Citizen

Prism Academy opens at the former Mooreland Hill School By Nicole Zappone The Citizen

Prism Academy has a new location where youngsters with autism spectrum disorders can learn and grow, 166 Lincoln St., home of the former Mooreland Hill School.

others are in Farmington and Guilford. “We started operating out of a couple of vacant rooms in the Farmington location, and we quickly realized we needed to find a more permanent home,” said Coburn. Edge said he was introduced to the Prism team about a year ago when they were trying to figure out where best to expand.

“I am beyond thrilled to be here, as everyone knows this has been the home of a school for many years, and the great news is that it is going to be a school again for many, many, more years,” Economic Development Director Chris Edge said.

“This is not just an asset for the town, but for the entire area,” said Edge, pointing out that his oldest son has autism, Asperger’s syndrome. “They will be doing something very close to my own heart.”

A ribbon-cutting ceremony for Prism Academy was held Friday, July 22.

The Prism Academy in Berlin provides support for children age 3 to 14.

Founded by Rachael Coburn, Rebecca Giammatti and Dr. John Molteni, Prism Academy now has three locations. The

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Editor : Berlin Democrats stand firmly opposed to Town Charter revisions that would change our Board of Education to a partisan structure.

political agendas into our classrooms at a time when hyperpartisanship is rampant in our body politic. We must resolve that what is best for our children and students cannot be seen through the lens of politics.

that Connecticut has been increasing the size of state government and raising taxes under one party control, since 1991.

If you want to stop the excessive spending and taxation spree the current ConOur teachers should be necticut legislature is on, Berlin Democrats stand for guided through their profes- then tune into Lou’s mesthe highest possible stansional expertise with the end sages over the next couple of dards of public education. goal of providing a world months. I’m sure, come We vigorously support our class education and preparNovember, you will see that teachers, our administrators, ing our students for the Lou Arata is the clear choice our students, and an indefor State Representative. world at large. Teachers pendently-elected Board of should not and must not be Education. George Millerd compelled or influenced by political oversight or comThe Town of Berlin has, for pulsion. decades, elected Board of Bad idea Education members unenBerlin Democratic Town Editor : cumbered by political affiliCommittee ation. This has enabled I am trying to figure out why comity among members in the world the town needs and kept political intrigue The clear choice to have school board memout of policy formulations. bers belong to a political Changing this dynamic to an Editor : party? I think the board explicitly partisan system Lou Arata is running to should have no political will sour the good faith of serve as our State Represen- view, since schools are supour public school system by tative for the 83rd District, posed to be non-politiexposing it to political calcu- which includes parts of cal with all the courses, lations. Berlin, Cheshire and Merisports and other nonbinding In no uncertain terms, a partisan Board of Education would bring the specter of

den. Lou is the voice for smaller and more efficient government. Lou recognizes

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The Democratic and Republican party primaries will take place Tuesday, Aug. 9. These races will decide the candidates that will appear on the ballot in the NovemThe registrars office can be ber election, therefore only reached at 860-828-7020 or those citizens registered in either party, with party privi- 860-828-7021. lege, are eligible to vote in the primary. What some voters may not know is that with the state's recent redistricting, the Town of Berlin has gone from five polling locations down to three – Willard, Griswold and Hubbard school. To confirm your

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Griswold school’s new principal starts Aug. 1 Press Release

The Berlin Board of Education has announced Jonathan Campbell as the new principal of Mary E. Griswold School, effective Aug. 1, 2022. The board made this appointment during a special meeting on July 18. Mr. Campbell previously served as assistant principal at Stafford Middle School, where he began in August 2017. During his time in Stafford, he provided assistance with the daily operations of the school, supervised and evaluated certified and non-certified staff, and assisted with scheduling and budget development.

Mr. Campbell facilitated and implemented PBIS and restorative practices, served as the school testing coordinator, oversaw student discipline, supervised the student assistive team, and served as chair of PPT and 504 meetings.

diate School for 10 years. There he implemented a cotaught model of instruction to support inclusion and IEP goals as well as provided differentiated instruction to meet a wide range of learners, including students with special needs.

Also, he coordinated and facilitated the new student orientations, parent nights, and open houses and was responsible for implementing the 1:1 Chromebook program. In addition, Mr. Campbell restructured arrival and dismissal procedures to improve safety and efficiency, and chaired multiple committees.

Also, he was an active member of PPT and 504 meetings, was the grade level math and science team leader, and provided professional development on iPad integration and student response system integration.

Prior to his time in Stafford, Mr. Campbell was a Grade 5 teacher at Tolland Interme-

Mr. Campbell graduated with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education from Central Connecticut State University before attending the University of Hartford, where he earned

his master’s degree in educational technology.

administrative leadership certification.

Mr. Campbell returned to CCSU where he completed his 6th year and received his

A meet and greet with Mr. Campbell will be scheduled for mid-August.

Schools Locals in college Albright College, Reading, Pa., named Ryan Sweitzer to its dean’s list for the spring semester. Emmanuel College, Boston, Mass., named Sydney Duke to its dean’s list for the spring semester. Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, N.Y., awarded Katherine Harrison a master’s degree in visual arts. Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, named Cameron Michalek to its dean’s list for the spring semester.

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As members of Berlin PD’s Community Relations Team, Officer (Dylan) Breen, Officer (Aimee) Krzykowski and K9 Casner were able to travel to Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital and work with the Make-A-Wish Foundation and numerous agencies throughout the state in helping a very special 4 year-old’s wish come true.

Eliana was escorted from the hospital to an ambulance where comfort/emotional support dogs from multiple agencies stood by. Eliana was then given a full police escort from the hospital to Lighthouse Point Park where she spent time with all of her loved ones on the beach and had a full picnic laid out for them to enjoy as a family.

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Berlin is always honored to support and be there for those in need, and is proud to have been part of Eliana’s Wish.

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In Brief Fair, cornhole The second annual craft and vendor fair and cornhole tournament will take place Sunday, Aug. 7, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Italian Club, 16 Harding St. Registration is required. Emai ipicberlincraftandvendorfair@ gmail.com. This event will include food, drinks and raffles.

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Former Town Manager to face Veach in the 30th Press Release

Former Berlin Town Manager Denise McNair has accepted the Democratic nomination for State Representative for the 30th District. The district, currently represented by Republican Donna Veach, includes parts of Berlin and Southington.

sions made on the state level affect our towns, and I am confident that she will represent the best interests of both Berlin and Southington.”

tant clerk in Connecticut Superior Court, and worked as a general practice attorney for Eisenberg, Anderson,

Michalik & Lynch, where she became a partner in 1988. She is a graduate of the University of Connecticut, with

a B.A. in political science, and holds a certification as a Connecticut Municipal Tax Collector.

McNair served as Berlin Town Manager from 2008 to 2017, working with the seven-member Town Council in developing the annual The Berlin and Southington multimillion-dollar budget, Democratic town commitas well as overseeing the su2060 West Street (Exit 31 Off 84) Southington tees formally nominated Mc- pervision, direction and adOpen daily from 10am to 9pm • HiddenValleyMiniGolf.com Nair on July 21. She fills a va- ministration of most town cancy for the nomination af- departments, agencies and ter a previous candidate offices. dropped out of the race. Also, McNair was the Collec“My husband, Jim, and I tor of Revenue in Berlin raised our family in Berlin from 1993 to 2008. Additionand have long been part of ally, she has worked in other the community here," said government roles in the McNair. “I also acknowledge town of Mansfield. and honor our neighbors in Southington and the integral McNair, who holds a Juris role they play in our district. Doctorate from New England School of Law, began As a resident, I am grateful her legal career as an assisfor the contributions of my neighbors in the 30th District and believe they deFACEBOOK.COM/ serve to have a representative who will work just as RECORDJOURNAL BEST OF... hard for them as they work NEWSPAPER AWARDS for themselves and their 2 0 2 2 TWITTER.COM/ families." RECORD_JOURNAL Berlin Democratic Town INSTAGRAM.COM/ Committee Chair Kristin RECORDJOURNAL Campanelli said of McNair: “With decades of experience working in Berlin town government and years of living in the community, Denise McNair is uniquely aware of the issues affecting the district. “She has continually demonstrated her commitment to those she serves, This is your chance to have your voice heard! and I have no doubt she will do what’s in the best interest The Town is currently preparing a Plan of Conservation and of all residents in the 30th Development that will guide growth and investment over the next District.”

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In Brief Recovery initiative In response to the national opioid epidemic, the Central Connecticut Health District, serving the towns of Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill and Wethersfield, debuted its “How Can We Help?” initiative. The campaign employs a dual approach, seeking to assist both individuals suffering from opioid use disorder and family/friends of loved ones suffering from opioid use disorder. For more information, visit ccthd.org.

Class reunion The New Britain High School Class of 1971 will hold its 50th reunion Sept. 17 at Indian Hill Country Club in Newington. Classmates should email nbhsclassof71.50yrs@ gmail.com or call 860-798-3265.

Rotary Club The Rotary Club of Kensington-Berlin meets the second and fourth Wednesdays of the

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month at Sliders Bar & Grill, 197 Episcopal Road. For more information about the club, contact John Roman(jcroman2012@aol.com) or Elaine Pavasaris (elaine@homesweethoemct.com).

Women’s golf The Timberlin Women’s Golf Club’s season runs through Oct. 15. It’s never too late to join. Contact Anna Savic at 860-874-5407 or annasavic@comcast.net. For more information, visit timberlingolf.com.

More than Pink Walk The Susan G. Komen More than Pink Walk will take place Oct. 22 at Bushnell Park in Hartford. Register at komen.org/connecticutwalk. Susan G. Komen is the world’s leading nonprofit breast cancer organization, working to save lives and end breast cancer forever.

Harry S. Burkowski KENSINGTONHarry S. Bukowski “Butch” of Kensington passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2022. Born in New Britain he lived most of his life in Kensington. Butch loved the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and gardening, these hobbies he excelled at. He loved sharing his “bounty” with family and friends alike. He enjoyed traveling and “winning” at the casino. He was always known to take the back roads to just enjoy life’s ride and life was better because he was in it. He had a great sense of humor and loved to talk to anyone who would listen. and was affectionately known as “Uncle Butch” to many. He was the best husband and father anyone could ask for and made many friends in his life’s journey. He was a beautiful person that will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He was employed by Stanley Works both in management and as a machinist until his retirement. Afterwards, he continued to work with his family at Newington Auto Parts. He was predeceased by his wife June of 52 years, his parents Stanley

and Valeria Bukowski of New Britain and his brother Robert. He leaves behind two daughters and sons-in law Wendy (Brian) Boissonneault of North Windham, and Lynn (Michael) Kuzina of Berlin, his best friend and partner for the last 7 years Alicia Woodruff of Kensington, and several cousins, nieces and nephews. Burial will be private. Family and friends are invited to a mass to be held in his honor on Saturday, July 30, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Ave., Kensington, CT. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Harry’s name to Kensington Congregational Church or a charity of your choice.

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Hartford Healthcare opens Center for Gender Health By Cris Villalonga-Vivoni Record-Journal staff

This month Hartford Healthcare introduced its new medical clinic to provide individualized, compassionate care for transgender and gender non-conforming patients. The Center for Gender Health is inside the Community Care Center at 132 Jefferson St. Hartford. It offers various services – endocrinology, urology, gynecology, plastic surgery, voice therapy, primary care and behavioral health. It will run on a bi-monthly clinic model. The faciity won’t see patients until September but is accepting referrals and making appointments. The goal is to create a safe space for transgender individuals seeking medical care, said Dr. Patrick Cahill, infectious disease doctor and medical director of the Community Care Center. “[Trans] people have had difficulty finding understanding and

accepting medical providers and didn’t know where to turn to get people who could talk to them on an appropriate level,” he said. According to the 2015 U.S. Transgender Survey (USTS), 20% of the 319 Connecticut respondents said they didn’t see a doctor when needed due to fear of rejection and discrimination. In addition, 29% of those who did see a medical professional reported having at least one negative experience related to their gender, such as being refused treatment, verbal harassment and physical or sexual assault. “The barriers that are most debilitating for trans and gender diverse individuals are stigma, stereotype and fear,” said Dr. Laura Saunders, psychologist and director of the Center for Gender Health. “The expectation of rejection or feeling like you have to provide education to your provider is very daunting.

No patient wants to feel that they are being misunderstood based on a core aspect of their identity.”

Transphobia in the medical field Whenever Dawn Ennis goes to the doctor, she knows that her identity as a transgender woman will come up at some point. Known as the “trans elbow,” Ennis explained that if she were to come in for a hurt elbow, the first thing the doctors would focus on was her gender identity. “If I’m talking to anyone in the medical field, they will take my transgender identity and somehow factor into whatever it is they’re diagnosing,” she said. Ennis was four years old when she first realized she was a girl but didn’t begin her transition until she was an adult. Throughout her journey, she encountered numerous instances of transphobia from medical staff and had to

jump through many “hoops” to be herself. In 2018, Ennis had to get approval from a psychologist, a psychiatrist, a mental health counselor and an endocrinologist to set up a vaginoplasty — also known as bottom surgery. Her Connecticut Medicaid insurance, HUSKY, covered the surgery and only listed one provider working with transgender people. Ennis said that during the first appointment, the doctor asked her a series of transphobic questions, such as “are you gay or straight?” He also admitted he was selftaught at vaginoplasty and expressed doubts about the whether the operation would have the desired affect, according to Ennis. She was

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eling from all over the country to Connecticut because they can’t get this kind of care where they live.”

What should a new patient expect? Since the Center for Gender Health will function on a clinic model, clients will

make an appointment for a specific service. The clinic will be open twice a month, but Saunders hopes that they will eventually move to a weekly schedule.

record and learn about their health needs. This allows the entire staff to know their name and pronouns when the patient comes for a second time. “Cisgender, heterosexual [people] have The center will also have re- probably never thought covery support specialists to about the fact that they can lead group therapy. They are just walk into any doctor’s transgender or queer indioffice and they’re identified viduals who are transitioning by their birth name and or have transitioned. that’s what happens to be Cahill, Hartford Healthcare’s what they choose to go by,” Cahill said. infectious disease doctor and medical director of the He explained that patients Community Care Center, could request a name walked through what pachange at any time and as tients should expect at their many times as they want. first appointment. Saunders says that these First-time patients will be asked how they would like to be identified to update the digitized, official medical

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“If we put the patient’s needs first, that means for the trans and gender diverse population, we need to provide more specialized care that will allow them to feel they are valued and that their needs are our priority,” she said. To learn more about the Center for Gender Health, visit their website.

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When Ennis learned about the Center for Gender Health, she knew it would be valuable to the transgender community. “There are too few places to help all the trans people who need gender-affirming care and that’s not just in Connecticut but across the United States,” she said. “People are going to be trav-

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In Brief Wall of Honor The Berlin Veterans Commission’s “Veterans Digital Wall of Honor” is located in the main lobby rotunda of Town Hall. A video slideshow is shown on a 50inch smart TV and plays in a loop. The Wall of Honor is dedicated to “All Who Proudly Served and Sacrificed to Protect Our Country” and to thank them for the freedoms we have today. Berlin residents and their immediate family members, past and present, who have served or are currently serving in the United States military can be put up on the wall. Contact Peter Galgano at petergalgano@comcast.net or 860-604-7258.

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Councilor Jack Fazzino said that the public is pretty clear on the Board of Education issues based on the comments made. “I was very encouraged by the number of people who came to speak,” Fazzino said. “This is a situation where public input is the most important process.”

At Brass City Tile Designs, 31 Webster Square Road, are Joseph Niatopsky, Martin Niatopsky, Alex Niatopsky, Economic Development Director Chris Edge and Century 21 realtor Janessia Pikiell.

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haven’t come here before, which is nice. They were checking things out, swapping business cards, and coming up with ways to collaborate ideas.”

Julia Dennis, secretary of the Board of Education, feel this charter revision should not have been opened for a second time. “I attend at least two Board of Education conferences each year in Connecticut, one in the summer and one in December,” Dennis said. “Each year, it seems to come up: How can we recruit

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Mayor Mark Kaczynski tried to assure residents that the VNA would not go anywhere, pointing out that he has used those services himself.

Other concerns voiced by residents at the hearing included the future of the Visiting Nurses Association. The charter revision draft

This issue of the BOE becoming political was voted on and rejected by the town back in 2016.

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stronger board members, what we can do to have a stronger BOE, and get highly qualified candidates. It always comes up that since the towns (BOEs) are political, they cannot go back and cannot change. If this goes through, and we change our board, we cannot go back.”

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COLLECTOR’S QUARTERLY WATER/SEWER COLLECTION NOTICE TO THE CUSTOMERS OF THE WORTHINGTON FIRE DISTRICT, BERLIN, CT: Water/Sewer bills will be mailed to all residents of the Worthington Fire District. All persons liable to pay Water/Sewer Fees in to the Worthington Fire District of the Town of Berlin, CT, are hereby notified that payments for the July 2022 Water/Sewer Billing Cycle are due and payable in full on or before August 1, 2022. SAID CHARGES SHALL BECOME DELINQUENT IF NOT PAID/POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE MONDAY, AUGUST 1, 2022. Interest at the rate of 1.5% per month shall be charged from July 1, 2022 if not paid on or before MONDAY, August 1, 2022, subject to a minimum interest charge of $2.00. ANY AND ALL UNPAID BACK CHARGES MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE PAYMENT MAY BE MADE ON THE JULY 2022 WATER/ SEWER FEES. FAILURE TO RECEIVE A BILL DOES NOT RELIEVE ONE FROM LIABILITY. Any person who is liable for these charges and who does not receive a bill(s) should contact the Worthington Fire District Office at once, by phone at 860-828-5630. Lynn J. Ferrelli Tax Collector Mon – Worthington Fire District 1400 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin, CT 06037

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LEGAL NOTICE WORTHINGTON FIRE DISTRICT TAX COLLECTOR’S NOTICE

TO THE TAXPAYERS OF THE WORTHINGTON FIRE DISTRICT, BERLIN, CT: 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, 2021 are due and payable in full by July 1, 2022. SAID TAXES SHALL BECOME DELINQUENT IF NOT PAID ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 1, 2022. Any and all unpaid Back Taxes, Interest and Other Charges must be paid in full before payment may be made on the 2021 Grand List Taxes. FAILURE TO RECEIVE A BILL DOES NOT RELIEVE ONE FROM LIABILITY. Any person who is liable for these taxes and who does not receive a bill(s) should contact the Worthington Fire District Tax Collector’s Office at once, by phone at 860-828-5630. BILLS CAN BE PAID ONLINE AT WWW.WFDWATER.COM Lynn J. Ferrelli Tax Collector Worthington Fire District 1400 Berlin Turnpike Berlin, CT 06034

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KENSINGTON FIRE DISTRICT TAX COLLECTOR’S NOTICE All persons liable to pay taxes on Real Estate and Personal Property in and to the Kensington Fire District are hereby notified that taxes on the Grand List of October 1, 2021 are due and payable on July 1, 2022. Taxes need to be paid by August 1, 2022 or said taxes become delinquent if not paid or postmarked on or before August 1, 2022.

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Interest at the rate of 1.5% per month shall be charged from July 1, 2022 on all taxes not paid on or before August 1, 2022, subject to Miscellaneous For Sale a minimum interest charge of $2.00. Any and all unpaid back taxes, interest and other charges must be paid in full before payment may FREE - Farmers huge pile of grass clippings. be made on the 2021 Grand List taxes. Sitting for several Any person liable for these taxes who does not receive a bill or bills should contact the Kensington Fire District Tax Collector’s Office at once, by phone at 860-828-1782 or in person at 947 Farmington Avenue (Rear), as failure to receive a bill does not relieve the taxpayer of his/her responsibility for the payment of taxes or delinquent charges. Collection Place: Tax Collector’s Office Kensington Fire District 947 Farmington Avenue (Rear) Kensington, CT 06037 Office Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fridays 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Closed Wednesdays Karen Stockno, CCMC Tax Collector Kensington Fire District Autos Wanted

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