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Thursday, October 7, 2021
On the lookout Distracted driving crackdown underway For the month of October, Berlin police will be out in force looking for distracted drivers as part of the U Drive. U Text. U Pay. Campaign, a high-visibility effort to enforce distracted-driving laws.
Senior Clerk Sandy Lazor readies absentee ballots for mailing at Wallingford Town Hall last week. Municipal clerks started mailing absentee ballots Friday for the upcoming local election to all voters who have requested them so far. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Absentee voting has begun for elections Absentee ballots are available for voters who won’t be able to vote in person, whether the absence is due to the voter being out of town, ill or disabled.
Drivers are continuously ignoring their responsibilities behind the wheel, and distracted driving is a growing and deadly threat on our roadways. Berlin police are teaming up with the Connecticut Department of Transportation during the
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BPD has new chief, but some question the hiring process
mitted in person, through the mail or in an election materials dropbox.
By Nadya Korytnikova The Citizen
Completed absentee ballots received after election day are not counted. Ballots must be received by the municipal clerk by 8 p.m. on Election Day.
In August, Chief John Klett retired after 33 years of service with the Berlin Police Department.
Like last year’s election, COVID-19 is a valid reason for requesting an absentee ballot. Applications are available on the Secretary of the State’s website and from Voters can apply for an absentee ballot municipal clerks’ offices, and can be subSee Absentee, A7
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s National Distracted Driving Awareness month to make sure all motorists keep their
Last week, the Police Commission chose Klett’s succes-
sor, Matthew McNally. The new chief comes to Berlin from the Danbury Police Department. In a news release announcing McNally’s hiring, Steve K. Wilson, vice chair of the See Chief, A6
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Letters to the Editor Financial stability
Back to basics
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When Mayor Mark Kaczynski took office six years ago, Berlin had huge financial debt, an ignored pension liability and slow economic development. Mayor Mark and his team have managed to considerably reduce debt and the pension liability while the town has had tremendous economic growth. With 84 new businesses or business expansions, $86M in private company investments and the creation of 785 new jobs Berlin’s grand list continues to grow. At the same time, there has been a zero tax increase the last two years with no compromise to education and townwide services. Why change course when things are going well.
Voters do not consider the Board of Education at election time. Last August, a benign BOE meeting transformed into a perfect storm, opening the eyes of many Berlin parents. The injection of “social equity, social justice” into daily studies, has raised the concern over what is being pushed in our schools. I, along with Debbie Reed, Melissa Gibbons, Mary Kathryn LaRose and Gina Nappi, want to change this. On Nov. 2, give us the opportunity to do so.
Sal Bordonaro, Board of Finance
Vote for change Editor : I support Sam Lomaglio and the Berlin Democrats’ first bipartisan slate on Row A. Lomaglio has a plan: help seniors, lower taxes, grow the grand list. There's a lot of pictures of the mayor cutting ribbons, but no measurable tax relief. I’ve seen a list of businesses come to town, but how many left? Pay attention to the real numbers. Look at your tax bill. Businesses provide tax relief to residents. Have your taxes gone down? In six years under this mayor, my taxes went up. This is unacceptable. I am voting for change. I am voting for Sam Lomaglio. Kristin M. Campanelli, Democratic Town Committee chair
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Time to return to basics. Our schools are not a Petri dish and our children are not guinea pigs! Rick DeDominicis
Gibbons for BOE Editor : I am writing this letter to support Melissa Gibbons for the Berlin Board of Education. Melissa will bring a fresh outlook as a board member through her teaching and parenting experience. She will focus on making sure students have the best quality education available and build on BOE relationships with parents and the community. In addition, she will strive to promote board accountability and transparency.
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town is known. It is important to carefully choose board members who will support and encourage teachers who inspire and change the lives of their students. I have known Debi for over 15 years and can confidently say she is known for her integrity, action and tremendous compassion. Debi’s perfect blend of faith and professionalism will contribute to the vision and passion for student success in the Berlin school system. Anthony deRito
Fresh perspective Editor : I have been a Berlin resident for 13 years. As a mother, I feel that the upcoming BOE election is going to be important to the future of our children. One candidate, Melissa Gibbons, is a mother to two young children. She cares about your family and she cares about our town. Melissa will bring a fresh perspective to the board, with a primary focus on the well-being of our young students. Please consider voting for Melissa Gibbons for the Board of Education on Nov. 2. Donna Rutkowski
In this trying time for education, Berlin needs new members with new voices! Marianne Malliet
Backing Reed Editor : I support Debi Reed in the upcoming school board election. Berlin takes great pride in education and the high standards for which the Executive VP & Publisher — Liz White Notarangelo News Editor — Nick Carroll Assistant News Editor — Olivia Lawrence News reporter — Nadya Korytnikova Senior VP and Editor — Ralph Tomaselli Vice President of Advertising — Jim Mizener
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Politics are Politics!!! Facts are Facts!!! Once again, the Mayor and his team are trying to distort facts! They are trying to criticize my platform, which is 100% ProBerlin. As we all know, when you don’t have a plan, you try to confuse voters, and demonize the opposition’s platform. The question is: what’s the Mayor’s platform? He’s running on the same promises as he did two years ago. So where’s the growth? Photo ops every two years and ribbon cuttings alone are not going to benefit the residents of this community. Don’t let them fool you. Unlike the Mayor, I walked Farmington Avenue and talked with local small business owners. They want a vibrant avenue that encourages walking traffic. The aesthetics haven’t changed a bit in six years. Now the Mayor is touting a privately-owned apartment complex being built is the center of town with incurred tax incentives. Remember other small businesses did not receive these same tax incentives. Let’s get the facts straight. I am not opposed to small local businesses (including hair salons, nail salons, and pizzerias). Approximately 90% of taxes come from homeowners and small businesses. And it’s not their burden to balance the town’s budget. (The other 10% comes from larger businesses, such as Eversource.)
My vision for Farmington Avenue is different than the Mayor’s. I will work with the Department of Transportation and the Governor’s Office to make sure that under the infrastructure plan Berlin gets new (very needed) sidewalks, expand our lighting fixtures, create more bench space for seating, adding flowerbeds for beauty, etc. We can also use the $500,000 business grant plan from the Recovery Act Fund to benefit small local businesses. Please do not believe Mr. Paonessa who says that I cannot use this money for Farmington Ave. He is absolutely wrong. If elected mayor, I want to encourage community activity on Farmington Avenue with summer concerts, craft fairs, and outdoor vendors to name a few. Now the Mayor and his people are saying that I do not understand how grants work and how to move the process forward. The last time I looked, the Senior and Community Centers project has been stagnant for six years. Lastly, I am a registered Republican running on a bipartisan ticket. The Row A slate is, in fact, comprised of fiscal conservatives. We aim to bring fiscal prosperity to Berlin in a post-pandemic society. Whether you are a registered Republican, Democrat, or Independent you can trust us to do the right thing. We all want to do what’s right for Berlin. Ignore the political rhetoric from the opposition. They don’t represent Berlin’s best interests.
Politics are Politics!!! Facts are Facts!!! Sam Lomaglio Chairman of the Board of Finance Candidate for Mayor
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a qualified candidate within the department, or if the department is undergoing regionalization and needs someone to come in and ‘clean the house.’ Neither one of those situations are the case here. Deputy Chief Ciuci would be the perfect choice for chief.” Ciuci has been with the Berlin Police Department for 27 years, and currently serves as acting chief.
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Berlin High School’s Class of 1971 will celebrate its 50th reunion Saturday, Oct. 16, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Shuttle Meadow Country Club. Class members should contact Rich Gagliardi at berlinhighclassof71@gmail.com.
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In Brief The Berlin High School All Night Graduation Committee is hosting a clothing drive Saturday, Oct. 16, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at BHS (gym entrance). Clean clothing of all types are sought, as are shoes (package separately), accessories such as handbags, ties, hats and gloves;
household items such as pillows, blankets, table linens and towels; and stuffed animals. Place items in large plastic bags. All proceeds will be used to celebrate the Berlin High School Class of 2022 All-Night Graduation Party. For more information, contact Dina Palmese (dpalmese@comcast.net), Katherine McGeever (ja-
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Fall bulb sale The Kensington Garden Club is conducting its fall bulb sale, which includes an amazing variety of tulips, daffodils and allium. Plant these wonderful Dutch bulbs this fall, and enjoy the beautiful blooms next spring and for many years to come. Order forms are available via kensingtongardenclub.net, and from club members.
Flu clinics The Central Connecticut Health District urges all Connecticut residents to get their annual flu vaccination. In response to surging COVID-19 case rates and hospitalizations attributable to the predominant Delta variant across the country, CCHD will be hosting nine traveling drive-thru flu clin-
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Community survey The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain is asking residents to pick up the phone, as regional data collection efforts are underway to develop the 2021 Community Wellbeing Survey. Thousands of randomly-selected residents will be asked to answer questions that will be used to understand wellbeing in central Connecticut and throughout the state.
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In Brief Garden Club Organized in 1955, the Kensington Garden Club operates exclusively on a nonprofit basis for charitable and educational purposes, and for the well-being of the community and public benefit.
$25 at the gate. The price includes lunch and prizes. The race is a fundraiser for Kuhn Employment, which serves adults with mental challenges.
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The Berlin Veterans Commission is looking for military families with at least one family member who has lived in Berlin, to be immorVFW auxiliary talized on the Berlin VeterThe club promotes civic The Auxiliary of Berlin VFW ans Digital Wall of Honor, beauty, encourages improve- Post 10732 is requesting do- which is set up in Town Hall and is also available to view ment of public spaces, raises nations of puzzles, which awareness of environmental will be given to veterans hos- online. concerns and advances the pitals in Connecticut. To doart of floral design and horti- nate, or to learn more about For more information, contact Peter Galgano: petergalculture. New members are the auxiliary, contact Dottie gano@comcast.net, 860-604always welcome. Contact the Fox: 203-592-9980, foxdt5@ 7258. group via kensingtongarden- aol.com. club.net or through its Facebook page. The club will next meet in September.
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Open house Cedar Mountain Commons, an independent and assisted living community located at 3 John H. Stewart Drive in Newington, will host an open house Saturday, Oct. 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration is recommended. To reserve a time, call Marie Pugliese at 860665-7901. Mulberry Gardens, an independent and assisted living community located at 58 Mulberry St. in Southington, will host an open house Saturday, Oct. 23, from 9
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Serving as a member of the Berlin Board of Education has been one of the most fulfilling and rewarding experiences. Though not always easy, I know that I have the opportunity to advocate for our students, schools and community.
A free virtual dementia caregiving series can provide tips and strategies to gain greater insights into caring for a loved one with dementia. Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging will present a webinar the third Monday of the month (Oct. 18), from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Facilitated by Patty O’Brian, CDP, and dementia specialist.
This past year, I had the privilege to serve as Board of Education president. In hindsight, I entered a new role during a very challenging time in education, as we navigated a pandemic. However, dedicating countless hours to serve our community is something I am passionate about. Ensuring a strong educational system will pay dividends for our community now and in the future.
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As president of the Board of Education, I value the voices of board members, parents and community stakeholders. I value strong communication and believe it’s key when serving the children of our community. I always welcome phone calls and emails and spend many hours each week communicating in different ways to make sure the Board of Education is doing the best pos-
the Alternate Route to Certification Program through the I value the differences of State of Connecticut, which opinion within our commu- is a teacher certification pronity, and I don't make decigram. I serve as the Curricusions in isolation. Every delum and Instruction Specialcision we have made as a ist. As a music lover and enBoard of Education has been thusiast, I work for Live Nagrounded in what is best for tion, in production, during our students. Our priority is the summers. I am able to to keep schools open and bring my experience as a safe. mother, community memLast month, I had the oppor- ber, teacher, administrator, tunity to spend time at each and lifelong learner to my role as a member of the school and meet with stuBOE. dents and staff. I witnessed the excitement and enthusi- If re-elected, I will continue asm of the students learning, to put forth the same work and saw how the funding we ethic, make decisions that have advocated for was diare best for all Berlin learnrectly benefiting them. ers, and prioritize strong This past year, in conjunction with the members of the BOE, the superintendent and district administrators, we determined a budget that will fulfill the needs of our students. As a board member elected by the community, it is my responsibility to advocate for our students.
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In addition to volunteering as a board member, I love spending time with my husband, son, and two dogs. I am a passionate educator; I was an elementary school teacher for nine years and now a high school business education teacher. I work for
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Lomaglio: It’s time for a change By Sam Lomaglio
In a recent Berlin Citizen commentary, the Mayor, as usual, has taken credit for all of the items the Board of Finance accomplished in the past four years. As board chairman, I’d like to remind citizens how the process works. The Board of Finance prepares the yearly budget and submits it to the council for approval. However, judging by his writeup, the Mayor seems to have forgotten the process, and is neglecting the work of the BOF. This current administration has failed our townspeople. Their track record is poor. They're trying to take credit for work that was accomplished by others. It was the Board of Finance which properly funded our schools, purchased new police cruisers/fire equipment, paid down debt and built a rainy day fund without raising taxes.
Luddy: Continue our economic success in town
As a mayoral candidate my platform is about Berlin Pride. It is about restoring stability, civility and civil decorum in our town and especially in our public meetings. My platform is not about political signs that hold empty promises, rather it's about action. My record as chairman of the Board of Finance speaks for itself. The Mayor is trying to take credit for my work and that of my BOF colleagues. He doesn't seem to understand that the citizens of Berlin go to work every day to provide the best for their families and they entrust their political leaders to provide a safe town to live in, with an affordable, quality education and fiscal responsibility. If elected Mayor, I promise to freeze taxes for qualifying seniors, market our town to bring in businesses that'll help to offset our tax base, support an affordable education, continue to maintain our police/fire personnel,
By Brenden Luddy
Under the leadership of Mayor Mark Kaczynski, Berlin has had 59 new business open, 25 business expand, with approximately $86 million in private investment and 785 new jobs.
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Donations may be sent to: The Berlin Children's Fund, Berlin Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road, Room 12, Kensington, CT 06037.
and provide a $500,000 grant from our $6 million in federal funds to do a facelift on Farmington Avenue to create an attractive center of town. I will obtain state and federal grant money to build an accessible Community/Senior Center and to rebuild our historical meeting house on Worthington Ridge where Berlin residents can enjoy summer concerts and community activities. These are just a few of my ideas for our town. It's time for a change! Let's rekindle Berlin Pride and create a town that all Berlin residents can be proud of. — Sam Lomaglio is the Democratic Party’s candidate for Mayor.
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I beg to differ, as Berlin’s economic development has also been recognized in two newspaper articles: New Britain Herald, 2/17/ Congratulations should al- 2021 – “Berlin becoming so be given to our Ecohotbed of business nomic Development Degrowth”; and Record-Jourpartment, Volunteer nal 4/15/2021 – “Despite members of the Economic pandemic, Berlin welDevelopment & Planning comes new businesses.” & Zoning commissions, I ask for your support to and other town departhelp Mayor Mark Kaczynsments and commissions, ki and the Republican that have risen to the challenge of changing the Team to continue the economic success we have way Berlin does Business seen. under the leadership of Mayor Mark. — Brenden Luddy is Deputy Mayor of Berlin. The Democrat challenger
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Josephine AgnelloVeley of Kensington has been hired as the new human resources director for the city of Meriden. Dave Zajac, RecordJournal
Local named HR director in Meriden MERIDEN — The city has hired Josephine Agnello-Veley of Kensington as its new human resources director, filling a spot left vacant when Robert Scalise resigned in July. Agnello-Veley has more than 30 years’ experience in human resource positions in both private companies, such as Northeast Utilities and United Technologies, and public sector jobs, including the state of Connecticut. Her most recent post was human resources director at West Haven Public Schools, which has about 1,500 employees.
in August and an employment contract drafted on Aug. 30. Her first day was Monday. “Meriden is very close to the community that I live,” Agnello-Veley said. “I’ve been coming to Meriden for a long time. My daughter went to dancing school in Meriden and I go to the Meriden mall. Being close to the community is very important to me. It feels like home.”
Agnello-Veley retired from her job with the state of Connecticut and is well versed in legislative changes in the workplace. She wanted to keep working and her Agnello-Veley was selected plans to move to the shorefrom 54 applicants and nine line suddenly changed. The semi-finalists, according to Meriden position offered a City Manager Timothy Coon. new direction, she said. Interviews were conducted — Record-Journal report
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Thank you to Officer Bobek and the Berlin Police Department for working together to provide traffic coverage and keeping our runners safe along our race route. Thank you to all of the parent volunteers for helping out on race day and to
our wonderful high school volunteers from the Upbeat Program and girls cross country team who brought such positive energy to the event. Thank you to Christine Cugno for volunteering her photography skills so we could capture some fun action shots from the race.
Boudria and Crissy Caliandri – who worked tirelessly for the last four months to pull this event together.
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The Town of Wallingford is seeking qualified appliMiddlefield, CT has a cants for the position of number of positions Assistant to the Animal available including Control Officer to percashiers, counter form highly responsible help, fruit packers, work in the enforcement bakery associates and of local and State ordimaintenance pernances, regulations and sonnel. Please send statutes pertaining to your job preference municipal animal control and resume to jobs@ activities. The position lymanorchards. requires a H.S. diploma com or complete an or equivalency plus 2 application at www. years of experience as lymanorchards.com an animal care worker in a kennel, animal control facility, veterinary hosAutos Wanted pital or boarding facility. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and must be able to be “on site” within a 30-minute period when responding to all calls from the Wallingford Police Department. $22.48 to CASH PAID For any $26.66 hourly plus an exToyota any condition, cellent benefits package. running or not, crashed Apply to: Department okay. Will take other of Human Resources, makes and models. Town of Wallingford, (203) 600-4431. 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. TOP CASH PAID Application forms will be For Junk or unwanted mailed upon request by vehicles, Toyota’s etc. calling the Department Please call Mike @ 203of Human Resources, 284-8562 8am-5pm. (203) 294-2080 or may be downloaded from the Department of Human Slips and Storage Resources’ Web Page. Fax #: (203) 294-2084. BERLIN - Outside storThe closing date for age 160 sq.ft. building. applications will be the $450 month with powdate the 50th application er and suite # address or resume is received for shipping. Ideal for small business. Call or October 15, 2021, 860-829-9353. whichever occurs first. EOE.
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Needed for Southington/ Meriden/Berlin/Rocky Hill - Must be 21yrs or older and possess a driver’s license for at least 3yrs – Paid training to acquire CDL license and endorsements available – The opportunity to bring your children to work, No Childcare$$ - Contact Sheila at New Britain Transportation (860) 8280511 ext. 221 or visit us at, 257 Woodlawn Rd., Berlin, CT FT - CT Lic. lead abatement supv. & wrkrs. Current Lic. req. + 10 hr OSHA training. $18-$30 hr. Nika - 475.234.2959
TO THE TAXPAYERS 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, and to, the Worthington Fire District of the Town of Berlin, CT, are hereby notified that payments for the October 2021 Water/Sewer Billing Cycle are due and payable in full on or before Friday, October 1, 2021. SAID CHARGES SHALL BECOME DELINQUENT IF NOT PAID/POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2021. Interest at the rate of 1.5% per month shall be charged from October 1, 2021 if not paid on or before MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2021, 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 OCTOBER 2021 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. PAYMENTS CAN BE MAILED IN OR PAID ONLINE AT WWW.WFDWATER.COM Lynn J. Ferrelli OFFICE HOURS: Tax Collector Mon – Thurs: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Worthington Fire District Friday: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm 1400 Berlin Turnpike Berlin, CT 06037 WORTHINGTON FIRE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER R244916
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