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Volume 22, Number 34

Developers hope to breath new life into Depot Crossing

By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

The developers behind a five-building mixed-use development plan on Farmington Avenue have entered into a contract to purchase Depot Crossing, a prominent 25,000-square-foot mixed-use building across the street, which has struggled to attract commercial tenants since its completion some five years ago.

Anthony Valenti, co-principal with Newport Realty, said the firm has entered into a contract to purchase the property, which is currently owned by the Hartfordbased Corporation for Independent Living.

Representatives of CIL were not available for comment on this story.

“We haven’t closed on it yet, but there’s a reason for the interest. We just like Berlin, we like the market. We’re already going to be in the market with the larger development,” Valenti said, referring to Newport Realty’s ongoing transit-oriented development on Farmington Avenue.

Valenti said he and Southington developer Mark Lovely — his business partner with Newport — have a record of working with small businesses to keep their See Developers, A3

Marek Kozikowski resigned from his role as town planner after just 21 months on the job. He is pictured during his final Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on Oct. 3.

Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen

Newport Realty has entered into a contract to purchase Depot Crossing, at 848 Farmington Ave. The property has struggled to find commercial tenants.

Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen

Pair praised by vets commission The paving stones were supplied and installed free of charge by town counThe Veterans Commission cilor Charles Paonessa, last week honored two owner of DURA Construcmen for their efforts in up- tion, while Parks and grading Veterans Memori- Grounds Foreman Steve al Park.

Wood oversaw the creation of the gazebo, picnic The park now features a table and benches new gazebo with a picnic throughout the park, as table and walkway to the parking lot, where handi- well as the concrete pads capped parking and a new beneath them all. spot reserved for Purple Both gentlemen were preHeart recipients were sented with plaques durmoved to face the park’s ing a small ceremony monument. From there, Monday evening, Oct. 7. visitors can walk along a Paonessa said he was inpath of paving bricks to spired to do his part after the circular monument, visiting the park for a cerewhich is surrounded by mony and noticing that bricks with the names of local veterans etched into See Commission, A20 them.

By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

Steve Wood, left, and Charles Paonessa were presented plaques by the Berlin Veterans Commission on Monday, Oct. 7.

Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen

Town planner resigns for position in Middletown

By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

Town Planner Marek Kozikowski has left to become the city planner for Middletown.

"What you did in your 21 months hasn't been done in 21 years," said Steven Biella Jr., an alternate member of the Planning and Zoning Commission, during a meeting just before Kozikowski’s last day Friday, Oct. 4.

Kozikowski’s tenure in Berlin was marked by a flurry of new developments and changes to the town’s regulations.

While he enjoyed his time in Berlin, Kozikowski said the opportunity in Middletown was too good to pass up.

"I thought it was a unique opportunity to work in a larger community and a

community that has different challenges than the suburban community that Berlin is," he said.

Kozikowski was hired to lead the Planning and Zoning Department in January 2018 after serving as a senior planner in Greenwich.

"It has been a great experience, a tremendous experience. I feel like we've accomplished a lot here,” Kozikowski said. “I'm proud of the (transit-oriented development) that we've got going on and I'm proud of the work we did creating the Berlin Turnpike Development Zone."

Transit-oriented development The transit-oriented development is likely the largest project Kozikowski worked See Planner, A12

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“We understand what it takes for mom and pop tenants to succeed. We’re very efficient with our scope and cost of build out. We under-

stand there’s a limit to how much we can charge for rent in Berlin,” Valenti said. “It’s not magic, but you’ve really got to work with these smaller mom and pop tenants.”

The business partners already are in talks with one potential tenant interested in a portion of the nearly 9,000 square feet of commercial or office space on the building’s first floor.

They’re also planning on changing the property’s name to include “Newport,” though a final moniker has yet to be decided upon.

Economic Development Director Chris Edge said the re-opening of the train station and Newport’s development plan across the street is already inspiring fresh interest in the downtown area.

Edge said it holds a lot of potential for new restaurants, medical offices or service-oriented businesses — the sort of enterprises he believes will thrive on Farmington Avenue.

The Depot Crossing site has already benefited from a change to mixed-use after it was purchased by CIL, Edge said, allowing the upper two floors to be converted from office space to 16 residential apartments, which are already occupied.

Newport Realty has entered into a contract to purchase Depot Crossing, at 848 Farmington Ave. Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen

“Having the apartments — people who spend money as well as the commercial below — I think it’s a vital

piece to the rejuvenation of the area by the train station,” Edge said. “I would love to see the entire bottom floor be leased out or turned into commercial condos.”

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Letters to the Editor Editor : This November we have a clear choice.

Instead of a mayor who misleads the public, we can vote for Karen Pagliaro, who has a reputation for truth and honesty.

Instead of a mayor who places politics ahead of what’s best for Berlin, Karen has always placed the interest of Berlin first.

A vote for Karen Pagliaro is a vote for a thoughtful, re-

spectful public servant who cares deeply about our community, and who welcomes the voices of all Berlin residents.

The choice is an easy one.

I’m voting for change. I’m voting for a better Berlin. I’m voting for Karen.

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FROM THE DEMOCRATIC TOWN COMMITTEE

Education, infrastructure and responsible spending

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As we approach the 2019 municipal election, our choices come into sharp focus.

Our Democratic mayoral candidate, Karen Pagliaro, is now serving as a member of the Town Council and prior

to that, she served seven years on the Conservation Commission. Her platform emphasizes education and infrastructure, and on taxes, her motto is: “Just Be Responsible.”

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She feels that this is a “missing link” that will provide leads for the Economic Development Commission and our EDC director, and bring in more businesses — and an increased tax base.

Marketing is a tool best used when it is fully supported by the highest levels. Karen will bring that support to the process rather than waiting for it to appear at the doorstep.

Karen has supported the recommendations of the Board of Finance to adequately fund the Board of Education and seeks to reinstate critical positions cut by the current administration.

On infrastructure, she believes it is time to “stop neglecting public safety, roads and schools.” She favors continuing to plan for an adequate police facility and a community/senior center along with increased services for seniors.

Thanks to the transportation programs begun in 2014, the continuing work of making Berlin a transportation hub is something Karen fully supports.

In this and all other areas, she believes in the importance of working together for the betterment of the town: “We need to put people, not politics, first and work toward improving relations on every level.”

Karen has shown herself to be highly-respected, articulate, hard-working, productive and committed. As our next mayor, she will work to improve the lives of every resident.

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Our goal is to continue to maintain the AAA bond rating that we achieved through our fiscal responsibility. We will continue to work with the Economic Development Commission and town departments to welcome new businesses to town.

Vote Row B Nov. 5.

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Simple choice Editor : Do you want more for spending in schools and in town? Vote Democrat.

If you want less spending and less taxes, vote Republican.

Republicans raise taxes 2-3 percent, as Democrats raise taxes 5-6 percent. If you don't believe this, just check what the state has done the past nine years.

The Democrats have recently passed prepared food tax, the parks tax on car registration, and the 12-week Paid Family Leave Act. And they’re still trying to get tolls.

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Lack of courage

Look on the bright side

Editor : I totally disagree with Karen Pagliaro that passing a resolution against tolls was a waste of time. Doing so would have sent a loud and clear message to the legislators we elected to represent us that we are against tolls.

How many residents of Berlin rely on I84 and I91 to get to work? Tolls are just another tax that hits the middle class hard.

The waste, Karen, was doing nothing and not being our voice. Our Democrat councilors’ (Party of Lamont) myopic view of the situation demonstrates a lack of courage and leadership.

Editor : Sometimes businesses fail because they can’t compete with online shopping or big box stores, insufficient support from citizens, bad business decisions or problems with the landlord.

A business may move to consolidate operations, such as Jensen Fabricating Engineers, or may need a larger location, such as Berlin Fare Restaurant.

High rent prevent businesses from moving in, such as the old Ferndale Market.

Andra Lou Millerd Kensington

The town offers incentives to keep businesses in town, such as the tax abatement and facade program, but has no control over the circumstances mentioned above.

More stores?

At least the property tax is collected!

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Donna Veach Berlin

Vote Mark for Mayor.

Who has the bright idea to build more stores in Berlin.

Don’t we have enough empty one’s along Farmington Avenue, starting with Depot Crossing in front of the Kensington Fire Deptartment. That was never rented since being build a few years ago.

Main Street also has a couple empty buildings.

It’s your choice. More serNow that Family Dollar vices with more taxes, or moved on the other side of less or the same services and the street in Webster Square less taxes. This is as simple there are three or four as it gets. places for rent.

Just how many more empty Roland Robillard buildings do we need?

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In Brief Clothing, goods collection

ing the specified week. Plastic bags are not permitted.

Keep all leaf bags well away A clothing and goods collec- from your automated trash container. Grass clippings, tion for veterans will take place Oct. 25 to Nov. 9. Items yard waste and twigs cannot being collected include: toi- be mixed with leaves. Do not letries, stationary, new cloth- rake leaves into the gutter.

This is a violation of the aning, lap blankets, umbrellas ti-litter ordinance, and suband tote/wheelchair bags. ject to a fine.

Items can be dropped off at Kensington Auto, Kensington Opticians or Berlin High Leaf disposal School. Cash donations also Those who wish to dispose will be accepted to purchase of leaves on their own, may items. bring them to the drop-off area at 19 Town Farm Lane On Nov. 9, at the Berlin VFW, items will be collected (off Massirio Drive), Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 from 9 a.m. to noon. p.m., and Saturday's Questions? Contact Paul throughout October, 9 a.m.

Cavaliere, Jr.; paulcavaliereto 1 p.m. There will be exjr@gmail.com, 860-828-1684. tended Saturday hours Oct. 19 and 26 and throughout November, 8 a.m. to 3 Leaf collection p.m. Bags and containers The Berlin Public Works De- must be emptied and repartment wishes to inform residents of the following curbside leaf collection dates. Leaves will be picked up on, or near, your trash day during the weeks of Nov. 4 - 8, Nov. 18 - 22 and Dec. 2 - 6.

moved from the drop-off area inside the Transfer Station.

The Transfer Station will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 21 and Friday, Nov. 22.

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Tickets are $20 and can be purchased by calling Pat at 860-229-9767 or Chris at 717-439-5899. To contribute a gift for the silent auction, call Stacy at 860-225-6125.

‘Drug Take Back’ The Berlin Police Department in cooperation with the Drug Enforcement Administration is conducting a “Drug Take Back” initiative to remove expired and unused prescription drugs from homes.

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2 p.m. Residents are encouraged to drop off unwanted drugs at the collection point located in the upper parking lot of Berlin Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. There is no cost involved with the service, it’s anonymous, and no questions will be asked.

The Berlin police have a drug collection unit in the lobby of police headquarters that can be used yearround.

For more information, contact Sergeant John McCormack at jmccormack@ berlinpd.org or 860-8287191.

Community choir Voices of Peace, a community choir for anyone 14 years or older. It is intended for anyone who sings, once sang, would love to sing, or who always wanted to sing in a choral setting, but never had the opportu-

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is located on the abandoned Stantack Road at the interPine Loft Cafe presents a section of Middletown and new Saturday music seBerlin and contains five disries. Admission is $20. tinct critical habitats, three Oct. 26 – The Kennedys. Pete basalt ridges and easy access and Maura Kennedy show to the Connecticut Blue Pasta Tuesdays no signs of slowing down ei- Blazed Trail.

Berlin American Legion Post ther on tour or in the creIn February, the land trust ative realm.

68 hosts a pasta dinner evsubmitted its first-ever grant ery Tuesday, 5 to 6:30 p.m. to DEEP to purchase the Dinner is $8, all-you-canQueen Ann events property. If successful, the eat. Italian sweet sausage state will pay for 65 perThe Queen Ann Nzinga Cen- cent of the appraised value. and meatballs are available ter, Inc., which provides arts Then it is up to the land for a small charge. enrichment activities for trust to raise the remainder children age 5 to 17, is acfrom the community. The Pumpkin Palooza cepting new participants. grants will be announced in February 2020.

The Hungerford Nature Cen- The center promotes positer, 191 Farmington Ave., will tive youth development The Berlin Land Trust seeks among children of all races host a Pumpkin Palooza help to make this purchase a and abilities throughout Lighted Jack-O-Lantern Trail reality. Email berlinConnecticut, but primarily Walk on Friday, Oct. 18 landtrustct@gmail.com or to children in the greater and Saturday, Oct.19, 6 to call 860-828-4393.

Plainville, Berlin, Bristol and 9 p.m. Complimentary cider, New Britain area. For more coffee and donuts will be information, visit QANC.org. available. HalloweenBusiness themed crafts and games networking will take place inside the Land trust effort museum. Adult members Are you a business owner, In November 2018, the and children $8/$5; nonmanager, or salesperson member adults and children Berlin Land Trust signed an looking to grow your busi$10/$7. Call 860-827-9064 or agreement to purchase 47 ness in and around Berlin? acres of land on Lamentavisit newbritainyouthmusetion Mountain. The property You’re invited to network um.org. with local business professionals at Central Connecticut BNI on Tuesdays, 7:30 to 9 a.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St.

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Class of ’69 St. Thomas Aquinas High School, New Britain Class of 1969’s 50th class reunion will take place Saturday, Oct. 19. For more information, contact Mary Kathryn LaRose at 860-8281012, or 802-236-8753.

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Donate books Donate gently used books to the Berlin Free Library Mondays and Fridays, 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., and Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Volunteers sought The Senior Medicare Patrol program seeks volunteers to educate beneficiaries how to combat fraud. For more information, contact Carol Walsh, Carol.walsh@ ncaaact.org, 860-724-6443, ext. 271 or visit smpresource.org or ncaaact.org.

Drivers needed The Community Renewal Team, Inc., RSVP team initiated the Volunteer Medical Transportation Program to help bridge the transportation gap facing seniors. For more information, contact Theresa Strong at 860-5193484, Strongt@crtct.org.

Fundraising program The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain is proud to partner with the Association of Fundraising Professionals Connecticut Chapter to offer the 2019 Principles of Fundraising Certificate Program. Workshops will be offered Tuesdays in October and November from 9 a.m. to noon at Arbor Rose in New Britain.

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jects, saying Kozikowski received a great deal of leeway to review projects on his own. Without Kozikowski’s expertise, Zigmont questioned what control the PZC retains over the projects that are in the works.

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on during his tenure. It calls for the development of three vacant town-owned properties adjacent to the train station into five mixed-use buildings. The site plan approved by the PZC on Sept.

19 includes a new town road, 8,400 square feet of retail space, 10,800 square feet of office or medical space and 76 market rate apartments.

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"Staff has been great to work with. We've had some bumps in the road, but we just keep going to get through them and we've got to get this thing to fruition,” he said.

opment Zone has already prompted approval of the first mixed-use development along the road. The plan includes the demolition of the building that is currently home to Berlin Pizza and a cigar store. It will be replaced with an 18,000 square foot commercial building and 72 two-bedroom homes with detached garages.

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Commissioner Timothy Zigmont expressed some concerns about unfinished pro-

Mark Lovely — one of the two local developers behind the project — singled out Kozikowski and other town staff for their work.

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He also noted that Kozikowski revamped the way filing is done in the Planning and Zoning Department, improving the amount of detail included in town records, saving commissioners and the public from having to delve into meeting minutes and audio recordings to gain more information.

office for a short time himself, Jayawickrema said he’s heard positive things about the work Kozikowski did, particularly initializing the consolidation and digitization of town records.

PZC chair Joan Veley said they received a flood of applications for the town planner position in 2018, but after the interviews she came

away with a clear sense that Kozikowski was the right candidate.

“He was very thorough, he took care of many of our concerns for us … and so by the time the projects came to us a lot of the details were done,” she said. dleithyessian@ record-journal.com 203-317-2317

Search for a new planner Town Manager Arosha Jayawickrema said Assistant Town Planner Maureen Giusti will take over many of Kozikowski’s duties as the town evaluates its options for a permanent planner. A listing for the job has been posted internally.

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Letters to the Editor

Obituaries Rita May Carriere MIDDLETOWNRita May Carriere, 83, of Middletown, widow of Norman J Carriere, passed away peacefully on October 2nd at Middlesex Hospital. She was born in Otter Creek, Maine, and was the daughter to the late William and Lanora Doucette. She lived most of her life in Berlin and worked for Stanley Tools in New Britain and the family business, Carriere’s Service Center Rocky Hill.

She was also a singer in a band “The New Englanders” along with Norman. She is survived by two sons Donald Carriere and James Carriere both of Berlin, and daughter Linda Faulkner of Glastonbury along with seven grandchildren: Justin, Keith, Michael, Italia, Josh, Ryan, Rebecca, great grandchildren Tyler and Aydin, as well as her brother Donald of Missouri. In addition to her beloved husband of 54 years, she was predeceased by her two children Patricia Carriere of Berlin and Debora Nicolelli of Branford, as

Solid commission Editor : My name is Paul N. Eshoo, chairman of the Berlin Police Commission. Presently, we have five members who are committed to Berlin police officers, the Berlin Police Department and to the safety and welfare of Berlin in a non-partisan way.

well as her sister Marion Hanson and brother Red Doucette. Friends and family are invited to a Memorial Mass at 10:00 AM on October 18th at St. Paul’s Church, 485 Alling St. Berlin. Burial will follow at the State Veterans Cemetery, 317 Bow Lane, Middletown. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231 or Dementia Society of America, 114 N Main St., Doylestown, PA 18901. To send a condolence to the family, please visit www.

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Kudos to Mayor Mark and key town employees for collaborating on ways to Please vote for Steven Wil- make Berlin more busison, David Rogan and Ryan ness-friendly and attracting Zelek. The commission new businesses. doesn’t need any change at this time. I have faith in the The Planning and Zoning experience and knowledge Commission has also of our present commission- adopted changes to their ers. regulations and the town’s zoning maps.

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Yoga at Alvarium: Oct. 20, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Alvarium Beer Co., 365 John Downey Drive, New Britain.

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Quilters: Oct. 17, 9 - 11 a.m. St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington.

Rob Zappulla Big Band Jazz Ensemble: Oct. 17, 7:30 9:30 p.m. Free. Casa Mia at the Hawthorne, 2421 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin.

Sit & Knit: Oct. 17, 6 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin.

Friday Artist's Journey Series: Oct. 18, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Senior & Disabled Center, 120 Cedar St., Newington.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Oct. 18, 10:30 a.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road.

Movie Matinee: Rocketman: Oct. 18, 1 - 3 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road.

Pumpkin Palozza at Hungerford: Oct. 18, 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $8/children $5; non-members: $10/children $7. Hungerford Nature Center, 191 Farmington Ave., Kensington.

Student Council Walk for Breast Cancer Research: Oct. 18, 1 - 2:30 p.m. St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington.

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The Humble, The Wise & The Foolish Pre-Conference: Oct. 19, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Klingberg Family Centers, 370 Linwood St., New Britain.

Pumpkin Palozza at Hungerford: Oct. 19, 6 - 9 p.m. Members: $8/children $5; non-members: $10/children $7. Hungerford Nature Center, 191 Farmington Ave., Kensington.

Rock and Roll Review: Oct. 19, 7 - 11 p.m. $20. Saint Maurice Church Hall, 100 Wightman Road, New Britain.

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Science Saturday: Oct. 19, 2 - 4 p.m. New Britain Public Library, 20 High St., New Britain. 860-224-3155.

Trunk or Treat: Oct. 19, 5 - 7 p.m. St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington.

Sunday 15th Annual CT Solo/Duo Blues Challenge: Oct. 20, 1 p.m. Pine Loft Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin.

Church Street Eats: Oct. 20, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church, 68 Main St., East Berlin.

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Goats n Pajamas: Oct. 19, 6 - 7:30 p.m. $15. Bradley Mountain Farm, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington. 860-385-4628. help@ bradleymountainfarm.com.

Saturday Book Club: Oct. 19, 10:30 a.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road.

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Goat Hike and Nature Tour: Oct. 19, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $30. Bradley Mountain Farm, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington. 860-3854628. help@bradleymountainfarm.com.

Terrific Tots: Oct. 21, 10 - 11 a.m. New Britain Public Library, 20 High St., New Britain.

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Make and Take: Bad Art Night: Oct. 17, 6 p.m. BerlinPeck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road.

Dr. Marie S. Gustin Professional Excellence Conference: Oct. 21, 4:30 - 7 p.m. Central Connecticut State University, Memorial Hall, 1615 Stanley St., New Britain.

Silly Song Sing-Along with Edward Leonard: Oct. 21, 10:30 a.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road.

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40 Days for Life - Stations of the Cross - Parish Green: Oct. 24, 7 - 8 p.m. St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington.

Financial Fitness Workshop: Oct. 24, 5 - 8 p.m. Neighborhood Housing Services of New Britain, Inc., 223 Broad St., New Britain.

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Rob Zappulla Big Band Jazz Ensemble: Oct. 24, 7:30 9:30 p.m. Free. Casa Mia at the Hawthorne, 2421 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin.

Sit & Knit: Oct. 24, 1 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin.

Stress Management 101: Oct. 24, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Library Community Room, Atrium, Newington.

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN CONNECTICUT

Advocates, police speak out following homicides

By Lauren Sellew and Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff

The stigma surrounding domestic violence remains, despite years of educating victims and the public, say those who work with victims.

According to the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence, in 2018 a total of 38,192 victims received services from 18 organizations in the state. That number includes 33,475 adults and 4,717 children.

Over 33,000 calls were received on the state domestic violence hotline, which is a 3 percent increase from 2017.

“But we are moving in the right direction,” said Linsey Walters, executive director of Last year, 4,126 events were Meriden-Wallingford held promoting community Chrysalis. education, which is a 23 perNew laws have helped, Wal- cent increase from 2017. ters said. Police must now enforce laws that identify who is the primary aggressor instead of arresting both parties without sufficient investigation.

screening, or is it becoming more prevalent?

In the past five years, police responding to domestic violence situations have begun conducting lethality assessments to determine a victim’s risk level. Domestic violence service providers review those assessments.

The answers help assist victims with devising a safety plan. The type of violence or use of weapons are tabulated to identify trends. Without a baseline, it’s hard to determine whether strangu“The nature of the violence lations are up or being rehas changed,” Walters ported more, Walters said. said. “We’ve definitely worked with more strangula- But the number of times a person is strangled also detion victims. But is it better

termines high risk, particularly if the person is being strangled to unconsciousness.

Wallingford Deputy Police Chief John Ventura said after the assessment, the officer provides the victim with information about available resources. If they screen as high risk, the officer will call a hotline worker at the scene to help the victim.

trained in different techniques to handle the situations, Ventura said. Giving the victim respect and dignity and making them aware of resources is the top priority, he added.

Wallingford police have responded to about 198 domestic disputes this year, up slightly from last year, Ventura said. The Cheshire Police records division said officers have reported to 37 domestic calls so far this year.

“Domestic violence is not only one of the most dangerDomestic violence programs ous calls our officers could are also in need of funding respond to, it is also the to support prevention. most serious,” Ventura said.

Those involved in domestic incidents are usually highly emotional, so officers are

“It’s really important that we stop the issues before they are epidemics,” Walters said.

“Those events perpetuate the stigmas, because the courts are inundated with the same victims,” Walters said. “People are still asking — ‘why doesn’t she leave? Why doesn’t she find a better relationship?’”

The cases demonstrate the need for more awareness, prevention and program funding, advocates said.

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month. Chrysalis will host a Business After Hours event from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 at the Augusta Curtis Cultural Center to introduce its services to the community. It will also honor survivors and victims.

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Grounds Foreman Steve Wood, center, shakes hands with Berlin Veterans Commission Chairperson Charles Colaresi during a ceremony thanking Wood for the department's work on improvements to Veterans Memorial Park.

Photos by Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen

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residents with limited mobility could have difficulty reaching the monument.

“The veterans have done so much for our country. Not only that, but this park is such an asset for this community,” he said.

New paving stones were installed at Veterans Memorial Park in Berlin by Charles Paonessa, owner of a local construction firm and a member of the Town Council.

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While installing the bricks with a few employees from his company over the course of three days, Paonessa was surprised to see how popular the park is. “It’s a very busy place,” he said.

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