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Volume 25, Number 47
Thursday, November 23, 2023
Moving forward Work on police headquarters could begin early in 2024 By Monica Salazar Special to The Citizen
Luminarias lined the streets in Berlin on Nov. 11.
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Luminarias light up town for Veteran’s Day On Saturday, Nov. 11, Berlin got to puff its collective chest out, thanks to the local Lions Club as it assembled and set out over 2,300 luminarias, starting at Veterans Park and sprawling all the way along Mill Street, Farmington Avenue and the Worthington Ridge War Memorial Memorial statues at the top of Worthington Ridge. On a brisk but perfectly clear evening,
“We were pleased to get 14 bids for the project,” said architect Brian Humes, who is overseeing the project.
the lumnarias were a bookend to the Veteran’s Day ceremony that was held in the morning featuring the Berlin High School band and speaker Adam Revoir.
He said that of the 14 bids they received, the best were from Millennium Builders Inc. for $2,524,700, followed by Scope Construction for $2,575,000.
“The freedoms that we have and the ability to be free have a lot to do with these veterans and the sacrifices they made,” Lions spokesman Ron Bosco said. “It gives everybody a little perspective. Everybody knows somebody or there is a relation or a friend to a veter-
Humes has recommended Millennium Builders Inc. to the Public Building Commission. The Berlin Town Council will decide on who will win the bid award in their Dec. 12 meeting.
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Following the Berlin Town Council unanimously approving an appropriation of $1 million from the city’s general fund and $3.7 million to be bonded for renovations to the Berlin Police Department, the town officially closed the bidding window on October 26 and has received a recommendation.
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TubaChristmas set for Dec. 2 in New Britain The sound of holiday music will fill the air in New Britain on Dec 2, but with a unique twist. TubaChristmas is again coming to central CT. TubaChristmas, a nationwide celebration of the season, is a program of wellloved Christmas songs played by tuba players of all ages and levels, from middle
school through professional. Tubaists from area bands, colleges,and brass groups, as well as individual tuba enthusiasts, will perform 14 songs, ranging from Jingle Bells to Silent Night, under the direction of Walter Gibson, principal tubaist of the New Britain Symphony Orchestra.
TubaChristmas is held in venues like Kennedy Center and Faneuil Hall, and has become a well-loved holiday tradition across the country for 50 years; this is the ninth time it is being held in central CT. The New Britain event was originally organized by New
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In Brief First Annual Christmas Tree Walk
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In Brief Berlin Historical Society Museum Holiday Fair
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This much anticipated annual event takes place Friday, Dec. 1, from 4 – 8 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 2, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., at 305 Main St., Kensington. Visit the museum for the best Berlin themed gifts, locally made goods, creative raffle baskets, and an amazing table of home baked goods including our famous member made cookies in gift boxes. The museum is festively decorated and open for viewing exhibits.
Back by popular demand, our members have artistically created unique items such as: Wreaths, centerpieces, mantel and door decor etc, in different sizes and shapes. Gifts for family, friends and hostess’s too, something for every-one. Our Garden “Divas” will be hosting their “Wonderful” homemade baked goods along with other specialty items. A “Christmas Treasures” table (gently used Xmas items) will be there for the bargain hunter in all of us. Proceeds benefit local educational programs, charities and civic projects.
Except for Thanksgiving weekend, we will remain open Saturdays through Dec. 16. Proceeds from the Fair go directly toward operating expenses, acquisitions, displays and public programs.
Wall of Honor The Berlin Veterans Commission’s “Veterans Digital Wall of Honor,” located in Town Hall, is dedicated to “All Who Proudly Served and Sacrificed to Protect Our Country.” Berlin residents and their immediate family, past and present, who have served or are currently serving can be put up on the wall. Contact Peter Galgano at petergalgano@comcast.net or 860-604-7258.
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Thankful for those who have supported me Editor : In this season of Thanks, let us all be grateful for the things in our lives that we have been given by God and those who care for us. Family, immediate and extended, friendships, health, career, and community are some of the things I am grateful for. And, unlike some politicians who continue to toot their own horn even after election day, I am humbly thankful for those who have supported me for the past 28 years as a candidate for public office in Berlin. I will continue to always do my best, as we say in the Boy Scouts.
As a reminder, taxpayers with real estate, automobile, or personal property assessments they believe are inflated or incorrect may file an appeal with the Board of Assessment Appeals between February 1 and February 20, 2024. Hearings on those appeals will be held in March. The town’s 2022 reassessment added tremendous value to the Grand List, particularly from increases on singlefamily homes. Homeowners may appeal those assessments in 2024 or in subsequent years so long as no appeal was filed in 2023. Paul C. Argazzi, Chairman, Board of Assessment Appeals
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If approved, Millennium Builders could begin construction on the Police Department as soon as early 2024. Humes outlined the scope of the renovations, encompassing both interior and exterior improvements, at the Oct. 3 Town Council meeting at
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which the appropriations were approved. The project will bring the public restroom in the police department lobby, as well as the restrooms used by police dispatchers, up to ADA standards. By repurposing vacant storage rooms owned by the Board of Education, the project will create a new space for police officers to conduct interviews, an area for pro-
cessing and storing evidence, and the establishment of two new sally ports. These ports will feature a wire mesh partition to secure vehicles held for evidence while also allowing the safe transport of suspects into the police department for processing. Police officers can anticipate new locker rooms and a gym as part of the interior improvements. In terms of exterior enhancements, the
pavement will be widened to allow access to two new proposed sally ports. Additionally, a sidewalk will be constructed outside the Board of Education meeting space and office, providing an exit leading to the parking lots.
“The town has sufficient reserves to appropriate this money and still retain at least 11% of the town’s general fund operating budget as a reserve afterward,” added Town Finance Director Kevin Delany.
“This is an important project for our community, for our safety, and to bring us into the 21st century for our men and women in blue,” said Representative Donna Veach, at the Oct. 3 meeting.
The town also anticipates up to $750,000 in state support. Mayor Mark Kaczynski hopes that this will offset some of the borrowing needed for the project.
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Berlin High 10th at Class M State Finals Grace Alger poses with her medals from the butterfly and breaststroke events.
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Grace Alger, 1st in 100 Butterfly (1:00.43)and 5th in 100 Breaststroke (1:11.59) Relay Finishes: 200 Medley Relay 8th place (2:00.55)
Anna Hunt, 21st in 50 Freestyle (27.74)
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Obituaries Theresa DeMay BERLIN Theresa DeMay, 95, of Berlin, widow of Bernald DeMay, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Born in Hartford, she was the daughter of the late Ignatious and Mary Rzepnicki. Theresa was a former Tolland resident before moving to Berlin. She was a member of St. Paul Church, the Red Hat Society, RSVP, and the Berlin Senior Center. Theresa was a volunteer for the Food Pantry and the Red Cross. Surviving are her children, Kathleeen Bruni of Clinton, Susan DeMay Caputo of Berlin, James DeMay of Berlin, and Christine Waldron and her husband Brian of Terryville; five grandchildren, Joshua Johnson, Jessica Sue, Casey Johnson, Tyler Bruni and Benjamin Bruni; three great-grandchildren, Isabella Johnson, Will Johnson and Ethan Johnson. She was predeceased by a brother,
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Frank Rzepnicki. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023 at 11:30 AM at St. Paul Church. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, New Britain. A calling hour was held from 10 AM to 11 AM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home of Berlin, 111 Chamberlain Hwy., Kensington. Please share a memory of Theresa with the family in the online guest book at www. ericksonhansenberlin.com
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Berlin Social & Youth Services Department implemented the Berlin Backpack Program during the 2022-2023 school year. The program is designed for students who may experience a hunger gap from Friday evening until Monday morning when they are back in school and have access to the breakfast and lunch programs. There is no cost for families to utilize this program.
During the 2022-2023 school year, we distributed food to 39 students weekly. And we anticipate this number to continue to grow due to cuts-to SNAP benefits, the free school lunch program ending, inflation, etc. We appreciate the help cover the food costs for the 2023-2024 Berlin Backpack Program. Your continued support is invaluable. Jaymee Miller and Robin Evans, Berlin Social & youth Services
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American Legion Post 68 has been serving Berlin veterans since 1947.
Following the program, coffee, tea and cookies will be served. Guests are welcome to attend for a $10 fee. New members from The Greater New Britain Area are welcome to join the club.
For more information, email Post Commander Vin Trigila at v_trig@ yahoo.com or send a message to Post 68 via Facebook.
Women’s Club Meeting The Women’s Club of New Britain will meet at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7, at the First Congregational Church, 830 Corbin Ave., New Britain. The name of the program is “Nutcracker Excerpts” (From the classic Holiday ballet.) Enjoy a family holiday tradition where sugar plums dance, flowers waltz, and snowflakes leap across the stage weaving a splendid tale of little girl’s dream of first love. The majesty of Tchaikovsky’s music combines with a talented cast to make a Woodbury Ballet’s Annual
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Wall of Honor The Berlin Veterans Commission’s “Veterans Digital Wall of Honor,” located in Town Hall, is dedicated to “All Who Proudly Served and Sacrificed to Protect Our Country.”
ble for this program. Visit portal.ct.gov/OPM.
Christmas Craft Show A Christmas Craft Show will take place Saturday, Dec. 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the VFW, 152 Massirio Drive. All new crafters. Please support the VFW.
Berlin residents and their immediate family, past and present, who have Community alerts served or are currently serving can be put up on the wall. Sign up to receive emergency alerts and community notifications on Contact Peter Galgano at petergalVisit berlinvolunteerfund.com. gano@comcast.net or 860-604-7258. berlinct.gov. Options are: Emergency Alerts (weather related closings, fire, flood, Textile recycling Renters rebate etc.); Town Updates (town-wide Berlin has partnered with AFAB Re- State law provides a reimbursement non-emergency communications, cycling LLC, a Connecticut-based program for renters who are elderly announcements, elections, referentextile recycling company. dums, etc.); Public Works (road and or totally disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. bridge construction, trash, utilities, Residents are encouraged to drop off water, sewer, etc.); Community Reunwanted clothing and shoes at the Persons renting an apartment or lated (Community Center, Senior Transfer Station, 19 Town Farm room or living in cooperative housCenter, Parks & Recreation, Social Lane, Monday through Friday, 7 ing, or a mobile home may be eligi- Services). The Robert B. Dornfried Sr. Lifetime Volunteerism Award is bestowed upon a resident “who is dedicated to a lifetime of community volunteerism, civic duty and extraordinary service.”
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In Brief Commissioners wanted Established in 2002, the Commission for Persons with Disabilities is charged with serving as an advisory board to the Town of Berlin for the enforcement of the Americans with Disabilities Act and assisting the community with meeting its responsibilities for residents with disabilities. The Commission for Persons with Disabilities meets on a bi-monthly basis.
Leash ordinance In December of 2021, the Town of Berlin passed a new leash ordinance that requires dogs to be always on leashes on public property. This includes all town parks and public sidewalks. Animal Control Officers are issuing written infractions. The fine for violation of this ordinance is $1100.
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Lineworkers Eversource is partnering with Housatonic Community College and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Unions 420 and 457 to prepare the next generation of electrical lineworkers in Connecticut. The Lineworker Certificate Program provides students valuable training in the electric utility industry and the opportunity to progress into Eversource’s paid apprenticeship program. For details, visit Eversource.com.
Takeover tip line In response to growing complaints of a spike in so-called street takeover events, the FBI rolled out a tip line for residents to report instances of mass gatherings in parking lots and roadways. Residents looking to report a
For more information regarding the leash ordinance, refer to the municipal web-
street takeover are encouraged to call 1-800-CALL-FBI and select the “Connecticut Street Takeovers” option, or visit fbi.gov/cttakeovertips.
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Marines sought The Marine Corps League, Hardware City Detachment, New Britain is actively looking for new members. You do not have to live in New Britain to be a member. The Hardware City Detachment meets the first Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m., at the Berlin VFW, 152 Massirio Drive.
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