The North Haven Citizen

April 3: A salute to Vietnam veterans

Citizen report National Vietnam War Veterans Day is marked each year on March 29; a significant date in America's decade-long involvement in the conflict.

On March 29, 1973, the last American combat troops departed Vietnam.

More than 9 million members of the U.S. military were on active duty during the Vietnam era. Of that group, 2,709,918 served in Vietnam, and 58,202 lost their lives in the war.

See Veterans, A13

Meet the newest member of the North Haven Police Department, K-9 Quella. The 14-month-old black lab has been paired with Officer Joseph Bianchi, and the two are slated to begin training this summer. In a recent social media post, the North Haven PD said Quella “will be eligible for tracking, evidence recovery, and narcotics work.”

by Nicole Zappone, The Citizen

Quinnipiac, ‘sister towns’ solidify bond

Press Release

Quinnipiac University has signed a partner tuition agreement with the towns of Hamden and North Haven. Under the three-year agreement, QU will provide discounted tuition to Hamden and North Haven full-time town employees and their families. All employees, spouses and dependents under the age of 25 are eligible to apply but must complete the regular admissions process. Those admitted will receive a 10 percent tuition discount for online undergraduate and graduate programs.

“This tuition discount program idea came to us through leadership at the Hamden Police Department who were looking to advance educational opportunities for their officers,” said Bethany Zemba, QU’s vice president of strategy and community relations.

“When we investigated the idea, we thought, why not expand access to include all town employees in our two sister towns –Hamden and North Haven.”

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Celebrate spring at Faith United

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Spring is in the air, which means, soon, seeds will be in the ground.

At Faith United Methodist Church, 81 Clintonville Road, we have the "Garden of Eatin’," our open-to-thepublic community garden.

Individuals and organizations interested in a garden plot can easily sign up. Plots are $30. The garden committee can be reached after 3 p.m. at 203-623-1803.

In Brief

Comedy fundraiser

A comedy night fundraiser benefiting the North Haven Education Foundation will be held Friday, April 28 at the Knights of Columbus Lodge, 2630 Whitney Ave. in Hamden. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $30. Cash bar, bring your own snacks. Visit nhedfoundation.org or call Debbie Volain, 203-7101668.

Kids Walk

American Legion District 2's Family Kids Walk, a benefit for the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, will take place Saturday, April 22, 9 a.m. to noon, on the North Haven green, 20 Church St. For details, call Wayne at 203-387-2305.

Torch Run

This June, members of the North Haven Police Department will once again participate in the Special Olympics Torch Run. To support Special Olympics and the NHPD Torch Run team visit give.soct.org/team/492030.

Shredding event

The North Haven Land Trust will host a document-shredding event Saturday, April 8, from 9 a.m. to noon, in the parking lot of the municipal pool, 45 Elm St. The cost to have a small box or paper bag of documents shredded is $10. The on-site shredding truck will be provided by PROSHRED of Wallingford. Paper items only, please. For more information about the document-shredding event or the North Haven Land Trust, email Peter Madden at pmadden91@comcast.net.

Vendors sought

The North Haven Garden Club seeks vendors for its annual May Market fundraiser, which will be held Saturday, May 13, 9 a.m. to noon, at the Parks and Recreation Center on Linsley Street. Indoor spaces are limited. Weather permitting, some outdoor spaces will be available. Spots for vendors are $20. For more information, email nhgccindy@yahoo.com or call/ text 203-314-5807.

Spring Fair

Faith United Methodist Church, 81 Clintonville Road, will host its annual Spring Fair Saturday, May 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The festivities will include a silent auction, tag sale, Mother s Day plant sale, baked goods and crafts for sale, and more. Craft and vendor space is available for $30. Contact Vicki LiPuma at 203-265-1070 or vicklip@ aol.com.

Food drive

North Haven Sons and Daughters of Italy’s Community Outreach Committee is coordinating a collection of non-perishable food items for distribution to the North Haven Community Services Food Bank. Items can be dropped off at the following locations through Friday, March 31: Arnold’s Jewelers, 117 Washington Ave.; Hello Gorgeous Hair Studio, 460 Washington Ave.; Nick’s Char-Pit Restaurant, 22 Middletown Ave. For more information, call Denise Krause at 203-710-7397.

The “Garden ofEatin’” at Faith UnitedMethodist Church in North Haven. See Spring, A4

Club meeting

The North Haven Garden Club will meet Thursday, April 13, 7:30 p.m., at North Haven Congregational Church, 28 Church St. Guest speaker Caty Poole will discuss herbs; mainly focusing on the culinary and medicinal variety. Guests are welcome for a suggested fee of $5. For more information, contact Italia Avitable at 203239-4020.

Trail association

The North Haven Trail Association maintains several trails in town for residents to enjoy.

As stewards of these trails, the NHTA is in need of volunteers. The group meets the third Monday of the month, 7 p.m., at the Recreation Center on Linsley Street. For further information, visit northhaventrails.org.

Hospice volunteers

Masonicare Hospice volunteers assist in many ways. Volunteers set their own schedules and receive ongoing support and training. To learn more, contact Jolan Szollosi at 203-679-5342.

Walking program

The Bobcat Stride, a free walking program, is open to people age 50-plus. Walkers meet weekdays from 6 to 9 a.m. at Quinnipiac University’s North Haven campus, 370 Bassett Road. For more information, contact Katie Picard at Katherine.Picard@ qu.edu.

Fire Explorers

Comprised of high school students age 14 to 18, the North Haven Fire Explorer program provides opportunities to explore a career path in emergency services as a firefighter, EMT or paramedic. Email NOHFDExplorers@gmail.com or visit northhavenfire.org.

Food bank

The North Haven Community Services Food Bank has a constant need for: mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, coffee, tea, tuna, soup, Chef Boyardee products, instant mashed potatoes, cookies, crackers, macaroni and cheese, protein and granola bars, trail mix, nuts, jerky, peanut butter and graham crackers, dried fruit, fruit snacks, fruit cups, canned fruit, applesauce, juice boxes, pudding cups, peanut butter, jelly, Pop Tarts, cereal, oatmeal, pancake mix

and syrup. Items can be dropped off at the Department of Community Services office, Town Hall Annex Building, 5 Linsley St., Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wellness expo

Exhibitors and speakers are sought for the 10th Bi-Annual Passport to Health & Wellness Expo, which will be held April 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at The Bristol DoubleTree by Hilton. Also, vendors are sought for expos taking place May 21 and Sept. 17 at the VFW in Plainville. Contact Shirley Bloethe at 860989-0033 or yourholisticevents@gmail.com, or visit yourholisticevents.com.

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Also, we extend an open invitation for all to come share in the Easter season with our spirited and friendly congregation Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

If you are alone (or not) and are looking for a place to gather in fellowship, Faith United Methodist Church is the place to be. We are an open-minded congregation, where all are welcome.

For more information, visit faithumcct.org or call 203239-2469.

Spring Letters Policy

Email Letters to the Editor to news@thenorthhavencitizen.com. Letters are limited to 300 words. The Citizen will print only one letter per person each month. We reserve the right to edit letters. Letters must be signed and names will appear in print. Letters must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Monday to be considered for publication that Friday.

Support for special ed. programs

Press Release

For the 2023-24 school year, the Greater New Haven Probus Club invites you to participate in our SSNE program, supporting the efforts of special education teachers in Hamden. North Haven, New Haven, Cheshire, East Haven, West Haven and Wallingford. The deadline for applications is Friday, May 5.

Since 1921, the Greater New Haven Probus Club has provided funds and assistance to special needs groups and individuals in our area.

Our organization is initiating a teacher grant program designed to support instruction and/or provide experiences for special needs students that school dis-

tricts would otherwise be unable to finance. For example, curriculum materials, educational equipment, adaptive learning materials/equipment and enrichment experiences.

The program will offer 12 competitive grants of $500 and eight grants of $250. We invite community members to sponsor a grant or make a donation.

Also, the Greater New Haven Probus Club has expanded its efforts to help others by providing assistance for at-risk individuals and families, homeless shelters, veterans and incoming refugee support groups.

For more information, contact Roy Lukacs at 475-224-9774.

Breastfeeding support group meets April 12

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Are you pregnant or a parent of a breastfeeding baby? Come to our free, in-person meetings to get support and information on all aspects of breastfeeding and parenting.

La Leche League of Hamden/North Haven will meet Wednesday, April 12, 9:30 a.m., at Grace & St. Peter’s Church, 2927 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. RSVP to Anne.M@ LLLCT.org.

Led by accredited LLL leaders, our group meets the second Wednesday of each month in the upstairs church living room. Attendees from all towns in the greater New Haven area are welcome.

We also provide phone and online help and can give you information on additional virtual meetings held in Connecticut.

Whether it is a lost ring, wallet or a Parrot named Oliver, a Classified ad can help track it down.

La Leche League of Hamden/North Haven group leaders Alyssa (with baby Gabriel) and Anne.

Bill allowing limited bear killing advances; hunt proposal nixed

Associated Press

HARTFORD Connecticut lawmakers voted last Friday to allow special state permits to kill bears that threaten or damage crops, livestock or bees. However, they shelved a more contentious proposal to allow a limited bear hunt supported by state environmental officials grappling with an increase in humanbear conflicts. The proposed annual bear hunt, which would have been limited to a northwestern Connecticut county, was pulled following outcry from animal rights advocates who argued it was inhumane and wouldn’t reduce the number of incidences. Data from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, which supported the hunt, show the number of reported conflicts between humans and bears has more than doubled in recent years with less than 1,000 in 2015 to more than 2,000 in 2022. The number of towns where these interactions, such as the 67 home entries report-

ed last year, have occurred has also increased. There were two bear attacks last year, including an incident where a 250-pound black bear mauled a 10-year-old boy playing in his grandparents’ backyard. The bill, which cleared the General Assembly’s Environment Committee and awaits action in the Senate, also makes killing a bear justified if the animal is inflicting or about to inflict great bodily harm to a human or is injuring or killing a pet. The proposal further prohibits intentional and unintentional feeding of a potentially dangerous animal.

In this 2006 photo, a black bear chews on a garbage container in Wolcott. On Friday, March 25, state lawmakers voted to allow special state permits to kill bears that threaten or damage crops, livestock or bees.

Steven Valenti, Republican-American file photo via Associated Press

Health costs increasing twice as fast as goal

By Mark Pazniokas

The Connecticut Mirror Connecticut’s first health care benchmark report says health costs in the state rose by 6 percent to $34 billion in 2021, double the aggressive goal set by Gov. Ned Lamont to limit cost growth to 2.9 percent in each of the next three years.

Less than $2 billion went to primary care that the governor’s health adviser says is crucial to preventing or stabilizing chronic conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure, saving residents from costly complications and hospitalizations.

The numbers were presented late Monday afternoon to

the governor and a steering committee that includes the leaders of the state’s two largest hospital systems, Hartford HealthCare and Yale New Haven Health.

Lamont is making health costs a priority of the second term that began in January, and the new report instantly became ammunition in the administration’s lobbying for two bills aimed at curbing costs, with a special focus on hospitals.

“The findings of this report reinforce the need for more sweeping action to ensure equitable access to affordable health care to all residents of Connecticut,” Lamont said in a statement issued by his office.

Dr. Deidre Gifford, the executive director of the Office of Health Strategy, said the benchmarking data out Monday and a full report to be released Friday, March 31 are important tools for policy makers. “It may not sound like it, but it’s big

news that we have for the very first time in Connecticut a goal of how much we think it’s appropriate for health care spending to increase year over year, ” Gifford said.

To the steering committee, Lamont expressed frustration at the difficulty in controlling costs that are outpacing income and economic growth, often beyond the increases in other states with benchmarking projects.

“I don’t know why Connecticut is not best in class. We got the best damn hospitals in the country, incredibly innovative,” Lamont said, adding that the state also is a major insurance center. “I feel like we’ve got the pieces of the puzzle. We’re a relatively small state, and here I feel like I’m always playing catch up.”

Hospitals are lobbying against Lamont’s bills, which would limit out-of-network costs for hospital services to Medicare rates, giving insur-

ers greater leverage in negotiating prices, and would prohibit the facility fees charged by hospitals for services at free-standing clinics and offices.

Chris O’Connor, the chief executive of Yale New Haven, told the governor that while the hospitals “ are crying foul,” they are willing to work with the administration.

O’Connor said hospital finances are fragile coming out of the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the industry is “losing money for the first time in a long time.”

“But at the end of the day, you know, we have to be part of the solution,” O’Connor said. “And I just want to continue to reinforce the importance of working together at solutions.”

Connecticut is one of nine states trying to benchmark health costs and spending on primary care, with a target of 5 percent for primary care in 2021 that will rise to 6.9 percent in 2023, 8.5 per-

See Costs, A13

Donate

Bring your used clothing donations to Hope Christian Church, 211 Montowese Ave. Hope Christian Church is partnering with St. Pauly Textile Inc. to provide a wood-frame drop-off shed for community use. Accepted items: clothing, shoes, belts, purses, blankets, sheets, curtains, pillowcases and stuffed animals.

Theater

Castle Craig Players, Meriden is celebrating its 30th season. All shows on sale now: “The Marvelous Wonderettes: Dream On,” May 5 to 20; “Into The Woods,” July 28 to Aug. 12. For ticket information, visit castlecraigplayers.org.

“We are so pleased to be able to provide an incentive for town employees to join the QU learning community,” Zemba added. In addition, dependents can qualify for a 30 percent discount for full-time on-campus undergraduate degrees and admitted employees’ dependents will receive a 10 percent tuition discount for all academic programs offered to high school students at Quinnipiac during the summer.

“Quinnipiac continues to demonstrate its support for our community in very meaningful ways,” said North Haven First Selectman Michael Freda. “This tuition program is another

example of the university’s generosity. I am also very grateful to Quinnipiac and for my relationship with the university and President Judy Olian and for her continued support.”

Hamden Mayor Lauren Garrett expressed a similar sentiment. “We are grateful to Quinnipiac University for their generosity to our town employees and their families,” Garrett said. “This tuition assistance program is the latest demonstration of the commitment Quinnipiac has made to be a true partner with Hamden. Providing our employees with this opportunity will strengthen our workforce and improve our ability to serve our residents.”

Large Item Pick-up Program returns in April

Press Release

Please be advised that the bi-annual Large Item Pick-up Program will take place on the last two full weeks of April on your scheduled collection day.

Acceptable waste items include: white goods like refrigerators (State law requires that doors be removed); appliances such as ranges, stoves, etc.; upholstered items such as mat-

The North Haven Garden Club encourages residents with pollinator gardens to become part of the Pollinator Pathway Project by registering with the club at North Haven’s upcoming Earth Day celebration, or online at pollinatorpathway.org. Pictured: The NHGC booth at the 2022 Earth Day event.

tresses, sofas and chairs; vehicle tires (without rims); metal items.

Those items will be collected on your regular refuse day and must be placed at the curb by 5 a.m.

In an effort to reduce clutter at the curbside, residents may bring mattresses to the Recycling Center, 90 Elm St., Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon, and Saturday 8 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Please note, the Large Item Pick-up Program does not include construction/demolition items such as sinks or toilets. For disposal of construction/demolition items call Central CT Recycle and Transfer, 203-2724039.

If you need to dispose of a TV, please bring it to the recycling center for electronic recycling. TVs will not be picked up curbside.

N.H. Garden Club details Pollinator Pathway project

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The North Haven Garden Club is pleased to announce membership in the Pollinator Pathway Project, an effort which brings awareness to the need of planting trees, shrubs and flowers to support pollinators such as birds, insects and wildlife.

Pollinators, which are essential for plants to reproduce and grow flowers and food, are under threat from use of pesticides/insecticides and loss of habitat through the expansion of urban and suburban areas.

The concept of the Pollinator Pathway Project is to

identify pollinator-friendly habitat along a series of continuous corridors, with a goal of having connected properties no farther apart than 750 meters.

This allows an expanded area for pollinators to forage for the nectar they require.

Garden Club member Gerri Giordano has researched North Haven properties, including Land Trust parcels and club-managed gardens, to create a map of all the pollinator locations in the community.

This map, along with photos and descriptions of town gardens, will be uploaded to the Pollinator Pathway Project website.

Please note that small wooden furniture items are not included and can be put out with your regular trash as long as the items are cut to no more than four feet in length. Carpet and pool covers are not included and can be put out with regular trash if cut to four-foot lengths and securely tied.

For disposal of hazardous waste items, call 203-401-2712.

Upcoming children's programs at the North Haven Memorial Library:

Book Character Scavenger Hunt. Some of your favorite book characters have hopped off their pages and hidden around the children's department. Help us find all 10 and win a prize.

Parent Playdate. Monday, April 3, 10 to 11 a.m. While you’re here, enjoy getting to know other parents/caregivers and their little ones, check out all that the library has to offer. There will be a quick story time about half way through the hour but the rest of the time is yours to enjoy and make new connections. No registration required.

Baby Rhyme Time. Tuesday, April 4, 10:30 to 11 a.m. This program brings caregivers and babies together to nurture bonds and increase awareness of the child’s development. Our primary focus is the healthy development of infants up to 24 months old, with an emphasis on language enrichment and pre-literacy skills. No registration required.

LEGO Club. Tuesday, April 4, 6 to 6:30 p.m. For ages 4 to 12. We provide the LEGOs and you provide the creativity. No registration required.

I Love Corgis! Wednesday, April 5, 6 to 6:45 p.m. For ages 6 to 11. Whether you already love corgis or you love corgis but just don't know it yet, this program is for you. We will learn some amazing corgi facts while making an adorable corgi craft. Registration required.

Parachute Playtime. Thursday, April 6, 10:30 to 11 a.m. For ages 2 to 5. Get some energy out by shakin’ our parachute. Enjoy classic songs and dance to new favorites. Registration required.

Creation Station: Fingerprint Peeper Egg. Thursday, April 6, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Come make a craft with a helpful teen volunteer, or grab a pre-made Craft Pack with everything you’ll need to make it at home. No registration required.

For a complete list of library activities, visit northhavenlibrary.net.

North Haven Property Transfers

Property transfers reported between March 6 and 10:

Peter C Jenkin & Nancy A Miller to Michael H Randi & Linda M Randi, 32 Fieldstone Court #32, $400,000.

Donna J Stanford to Warren Boughton & Elisabetta Boughton, 39 Sentinel Hill Road, $385,000.

David J Eger & Linda D Eger to Elaine Piazza, 7 Ansonia Drive, $375,000.

Joanne T Gazzara RET & Michael R Brandt to Brianna T Buehler & Gina M Buehler, 84 Frost Drive, $200,000.

Saint George Lt & Louis E Stgeorge to North Haven Barb Properti, 11 Louis Street, $272,500.

Antonucci Nicole R Est & Paula Antonucci to Aaron Cieniawa, 600 Washington Avenue #B8, $280,000.

Allesandro Barecchia & Elena Decerbo to Robert Potter & Julianne Chenard, 19 George Street, $349,000.

Reading challenge

The Hartford Yard Goats, in partnership with Eversource, has announced the return of a student reading challenge for the 2023 season. Students (K through 8th grade) who read five books outside of the school curriculum will earn two tickets to a Yard Goats game at Dunkin’ Park. A parent or guardian can register students on the Yard Goats website (yardgoatsbaseball.com) through Sunday, May 6.

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Learn More About Community College at an Open House

Students planning to enroll in community college this fall should consider attending an upcoming open house to learn more about higher education. Each of the 12 main campuses of Connecticut’s community colleges have time set aside in March and April for prospective students and their families to visit, tour the campus, talk with faculty and staff, and learn more about the academic programs, degrees and certificates available for study.

Connecticut’s 12 community colleges are merging to become Connecticut State Community College on July 1, 2023. Also called CT State, the college will offer students a seamless experience across all locations, in every corner of the state, with coordinated student services and shared curriculum for over 200 degrees and certificates.

Open house attendees can learn more about CT State and the specific offerings of a particular campus. Information about online courses, co-curricular activities (including clubs and organizations) and non-credit career training and workforce development programs will also be available.

One primary advantage of an open house is the opportunity to learn more about the admissions and enrollment process. Enrollment Services staff will be on hand to

answer questions about applying, registering, advising, financial aid and paying for college. Information will also be available about Connecticut’s free community college program, PACT. Transfer advisors can speak with students who may be considering community college as the first step to a bachelor’s degree.

Prospective students are encouraged to visit CTState.edu before attending an open house. Here, they can learn more information about the merger, individual campuses, academic programs, and the college catalog. Students should peruse the catalog to identify programs of interest ahead of time.

A full list of open house locations, dates and times can be found by visiting CTState.edu/open-house.

For those unable to attend an open house, many of the campuses offer individual and group tours; details can be found on their websites. Many academic programs – including those for health careers – hold informational sessions as well, which are excellent deep dives into the prerequisites and expectations of these career paths. And for anyone intending to start college in the fall, it is never too early to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.studentaid.gov.

Los estudiantes que planifican matricularse en la universidad comunitaria este otoño deben asistir al próximo open house (evento abierto al público), para aprender más acerca de la educación superior. Cada uno de los 12 campus de las universidades comunitarias de Connecticut han reservado tiempo en marzo y abril para que los futuros estudiantes y sus familiares visiten, hagan un recorrido de los campus, hablen con los profesores y el personal, y aprendan más acerca de los programas académicos, los títulos y los certificados disponibles para el estudio.

Las 12 universidades comunitarias de Connecticut se unirán y serán Connecticut State Community College el 1 de julio de 2023. También conocida como CT State, la universidad le ofrecerá a los estudiantes la oportunidad de obtener una experiencia impecable a través de todas las localidades, en cada esquina del estado, con servicios coordinados para estudiantes y un plan de estudio compartido, el cual ofrecerá más de 200 títulos y certificados.

Los que asistan al open house, podrán aprender más acerca de CT State y las ofertas académicas específicas en cada campus. También habrá información disponible acerca de los cursos en línea, las actividades co-curriculares (incluyendo los clubes y las organizaciones), las capacitaciones de carreras que no otorgan créditos, y los programas de desarrollo para la fuerza laboral.

Una de las ventajas mayores del Open House es la oportunidad de aprender más acerca del proceso de aceptación y matrícula. El personal de servicios de matrícula estará disponible

para contestar preguntas acerca de las aplicaciones, la registración, la consejería, la asistencia financiera y cómo pagar el costo de la universidad. También habrá información acerca del programa de universidad comunitaria gratuita de Connecticut, PACT. Los consejeros que se especializan en traslados pueden hablar con los estudiantes que están considerando la universidad comunitaria como el primer paso hacia una licenciatura. Aconsejamos que los futuros estudiantes visiten la página de CTState.edu antes de asistir al open house. Aquí, podrán obtener más información acerca de la unión de las universidades comunitarias, los campus individuales, los programas académicos, y el catálogo universitario. Los estudiantes deben examinar el catálogo para identificar los programas que le interesan con anticipación.

Puede conseguir una lista completa de localidades, fechas y horarios para el open house al visitar al CTState. edu/open-house.

Muchos campus ofrecen recorridos individuales y en grupo, para aquellos que no pueden asistir a un open house; los detalles están disponibles en su sitio web. Muchos programas académicos - incluyendo aquellos de carreras en el sector de la salud - también ofrecen sesiones informativas, que son sesiones que profundizan en los requisitos y las expectativas de estas carreras profesionales. Y, para cualquier persona que planifica comenzar la universidad este otoño, nunca es demasiado temprano para completar la Solicitud Gratuita de Ayuda Federal para Estudiantes (FAFSA) en el www.studentaid.gov.

Aprenda Más Acerca de la Universidad Comunitaria en un Evento Abierto al Público

Costs

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cent in 2024 and 10 percent in 2025.

Statewide, the 2021 target was met with 8.3 percent of Medicaid spending on primary care, while the commercial and Medicare Advantage markets fell short, each below 4 percent.

Two of five commercial payers reached the target, while all the Medicare Advantage payers fell short.

Analysts equate primary care with prevention, Gifford said.

“It’s actually based on pretty clear evidence that health systems that spend more as a proportion of total spending on primary care have lower overall costs and better health outcomes,” Gifford said. “So primary care is a bargain.”

Veterans

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Wednesday, March 29 marked 50 years since American troops departed Vietnam. On Monday, April 3, North Haven residents who wore the uniform during the Vietnam era are invited to attend a veterans awards ceremony at North Haven High School. The event begins at 5 p.m.

A letter signed by North Haven First Selectman Michael Freda, Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz and Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Thomas J. Saadi states, "As a Veteran of the United States Armed Forces, it is because of your service and that of your brother and sister Veterans that we are able to live in this free and democratic Nation. We believe your patriotic service to our Nation during the Vietnam era is truly deserving of recognition."

Vietnam-era veterans from North Haven who plan to attend the April 3 ceremony are asked to call 203-2395321 ext. 680.

The health care cost growth benchmark was 3.4 percent, judged against 2021 data, and will be 3.2 percent for 2022 and then 2.9 percent for three years.

While the overall state cost growth rate was 6 percent in 2021, commercial health care costs grew 18.8 percent. Medicare increased by 1.4 percent and Medicaid by 0.8 percent.

Lamont was scheduled to make brief remarks, but he remained for more than half the two-hour meeting. As he left, he said he was pleased at the level of engagement by the hospital executives but acknowledged differences.

He repeated a message delivered directly to the executives. “If you’ve got a better idea, let me know,” Lamont said. “I tried to come up with some real cost savings for consumers and taxpayers now. I don’t have all the answers. I presented ours. What I don’t want to do is have another couple of years of studies.”

The hospital executives said after the meeting they heard him.

“The governor has been, throughout his administration, a great ally for heath care, ” said Jeffrey Flaks, the CEO of Hartford HealthCare.

“He continues to express interest in hearing new and more ideas, as he expressed today. And if some of these proposals may not make the most sense for the benefit of health systems and how we deliver health care across Connecticut, he’s asking for new ideas.”

Read the full version of this story on the website of The Connecticut Mirror, ctmirror.org.

Garden Club

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Residents of North Haven are invited to participate in the project by identifying your own pollinator garden. Then, visit the Garden Club booth at North Haven's Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 29 at the high school and add your property to the NHGC Pollinator Pathway map.

You can also register your property with the Pollinator Pathway Project online, at pollinator-pathway.org, where you can purchase a yard sign to showcase your participation.

Don't forget to check out the North Haven Garden Club on Facebook for lots of useful and entertaining information and pictures of all our club does in our great town. For membership information please email Italia at italia_a@comcast.net.

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LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF NORTH HAVEN INLAND WETLANDS COMMISSION NOTICE OF DECISION

Please take notice that the following decisions were rendered by the North Haven Inland Wetlands Commission on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at the Mildred A. Wakeley Community and Recreation Center, 7 Linsley Street, in Room #2 at 7:00 PM.

PUBLIC HEARING:

1. #I23-02 Approved the Application of Robert Swanson, Applicant, BBL Realty Company, LLC, Owner, relative to 50 McDermott Road, (Map 6, Lot 9), seeking a Site Plan Referral. Plan Entitled: Limited Property and Boundary Survey, Improvement Location Survey, Proposed Addition, Land of BBL Realty Company, Inc., #50 McDermott Road, North Haven, Connecticut. Prepared by: Juliano Associates, LLC. Dated: 2/20/23. Scale: 1”=40’. IL-30 Zoning District. Subject to conditions.

EXTENSIONS:

1. #I20-07, 343 and 379 Clintonville Road - Approved the request for one (1) six (6) month extension.

FRANK BUMSTED, CHAIRMAN R260055

POLICE OFFICER

The Wallingford Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for Police Officer.

RECORDS ASSOCIATE

Town of Cheshire invites qualified candidates to apply for FT (35 hours), civilian position in records division of the Cheshire Police Department. Starting rate: $21.97/

hr. Work hours are 7AM to 2:30PM, Monday through Friday.

Excellent benefit package. Job description & info on how to apply available at www. cheshirect.org A letter of interest, resume and Town application must be submitted by the close of business on Friday April 14, 2023 to Louis A. Zullo, HR Director, 84 South Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410. Town of Cheshire is an EEOE, M/F/D/V.

1, 2, 3 CASH FOR YOUR ANTIQUES & JEWELRY

- Call Todd Shamock at 203-494-1695.

ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAIDVintage Electronics, Musical Instruments, Amps, Ham Equipment, HiFi, Radios, CB, Guitars, Audio Equipment, Antiques. 860-707-9350

ANTIQUES - Always buying old; Toys, military, jewelry, art, watches, musical instruments, signs, arcade games, cameras, pre 1970 sports memorabilia, plus more. One item or entire estate contents. Call 860718-5132.

ANTIQUES WANTEDComic books, toys, adv. signs, military items, motorcyles, mini bikes, etc. All items considered, appraisal & estate sale services, incl. clean-outs. 40 years exp. Call or text, Gary at 203-237-4124.

TOP CASH PAID For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed okay. Will take other makes and models. (203) 600-4431.

TOP CASH PAID

For Junk or unwanted vehicles, Toyota’s etc. Please call Mike @ 203284-8562 8am-5pm.

OFFICE ASSISTANTPart- time. Apply in person to Century Tool, 260 Canal St., Milldale, CT 06467. 860-6216748.

$1,301.20 weekly plus an excellent fringe benefit package to include a defined benefit pension plan. The written and oral exam processes will be administered by the South Central Criminal Justice Administration. To apply, candidates must register through the South Central Criminal Justice Administration webpage found under the “Associations” menu at www.policeapp.com by the registration deadline of Wednesday, April 5, 2023. The registration requires a fee of $ 85.00. EOE

MATERIALS DISTRIBUTION

Screened Topsoil $25/ per yd; Sand-$18 per yd; Millings-$22 per yd; Screened Millings $30 per yd; $100 minimum delivery. No pickup truck service. Minimum 16 yd pickup at our yard. Call Jim @ 860-982-4819 for delivery

PREMIUM SCREENED TOPSOIL $25/yard delivered, 3 yd, $100 min. delivery Call Jim 860-982-4819

TREE LENGTH FIREWOOD CALL FOR DETAILS 203-238-2149

MADAM ALEXANDER DOLLS - Merrythought Teddy Bear Collection. Call Dennis, 203 6417333.

BUYING ALL - Costume Jewelry, Old Watches, Gold Jewelry, Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Sterling Flatware, In Any Condition. Please Call Jude M. Dichele @ (203) 8681816.

BUYING MACHINIST TOOLBOXES - Tools & tooling, contents of machine shops, home workshops and small lathes. Call anytime 860-985-5760

TIONS, - an Estate Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Connecticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: Antiques, Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Musical Instruments (Saxophones, Trumpets, Violins, Flutes, Clarinets, Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising Items, Wristwatches (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old Photographs, Old Postcards, Brewery Items, Hunting & Fishing, PEZ Dispensers, Costume Jewelry, Broken Jewelry, Gold & Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Military Items, Swords & Bayonets, Helmets & Patches, Medals & Uniforms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Fountain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Order Items, Religious Items, Industrial Items, Winchester Items, Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Whitney Items, Colt Items, Native American Items, Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Matchbox & Hotwheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Furniture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Autographs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convenience.

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PREMIER ESTATE JEWELRY - Is interested in buying your fine jewelry, watches, coin collections, silver flatware, and costume jewelry. Call Bill, (203) 4942496.

TIMELESS TREASURES

ESTATE AUCTIONS -

Is looking to purchase estate contents. From single items to entire estates. Clean-out services available. Call Bill (203) 494-2496.

WANTED Individual firearms, collections & estates including military & related items.Federally licensed firearms dealer. Gunsmith, appraisals, Richard Pleines, (860) 663-2214.

GARY WODATCHDemolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris removal. Quick, courteous svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Cell, 860-558-5430

GUTTERS PLUS 25+yrs. Exp. Call today for Free estimate. 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

SPRING SPECIALS -

Whole House up to 5 rms. $269. 6’ sofa, $109. CarpetCare Solutions, 203.427.5165.

DECKS & PORCHES

Give some new life to your old decks and porches. We can repair or replace stairs, deck boards, railings. We also construct new decks. HIC#647093 Insured. Call Bill for a free estimate, (203) 901-2136.

HOME DOCTOR - 48 yrs exp. Odd jobs & remodeling, former US Navy, 15 yrs, #640689, 203.427.7828.

Let Us BEAR Your Junk! Junk Removal in CT

JM Lawn Care Comm. & Res. Lawn Mowing, Spring Cleanup, Hedge Trimming, Tree Service, Mulch, any color. 860.796.8168 #1 CHEAP Sm. Yard Mowing. Spring Clean-Up. Light Hauling. Sr. & Veteran disc. 203.600.3836. Mike’s Helping Hands.

OVER 28 YEARS EXP

Stonewalls, patios, sidewalks, chimneys, pool areas, fireplaces, fire pit steps, all types of masonry work. Free est. (860) 274-4893.

RT RELOCATION

Your moving and storage specialists. Call for a free estimate. 833-668-3978.

Insurance claim.storm damage.roofing.siding. gutter.chimney flashing. Office:203.754.3071 Cell:203.510.3830 Stormshieldct@gmail. com HIC.0664452

IF YOU Mention This Ad SPRINGYard Clean-Ups Brush, branches, s torm damage

**JUNK REMOVAL** Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc

WE CAN REMOVE ANYTHING

Entire house to 1 item removed!

FREE ESTIMATES

Sr. Citizen Discount LIC & INS.

DUMPSTER RENTALS

203-535-9817 860-575-8218

JT’S LANDSCAPING

LLC - Spring CleanUps, we specialize in weeding all types of beds, mulching, top soil work, pruning, hedges & trees, & all your landscape needs. Residential & commercial. Lic. #616311. Call today for free estimate, 203-213-6528.

ALEX EUROPEAN MASONRY - 30 yrs. exp. Patios, ret. walls, steps, brick, stone, chimneys. Lic#580443. 203-2320257 or 203-596-0652

PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Stonewalls, Steps, Concrete, Repairs, Etc. Free Ests. #0648556 203.808.6886 arnoldsmasonry.com

#1 PAINTER’S EDGE

Ext. & Int. Painting. Sheetrock.Popcorn Repair. Wallpaper Remv’l. Decks. 25 yrs exp. Free est. Sr. disc. #0656136. Ins. 860.538.5520

Roof Repair or Replacement, Chimney Repair, Skylight Replacement. Free est. CT #0651199 (860) 877-3006

A pressureless house washing system can save you money, ask how! The Power-Washing Kings. House & roof washing, decks, patios, etc. Others Wash We Clean! 860.839.1000 thepowerwashing kings.com

Specializing in tree removal, trimming, chipping & grinding. Call for free estimate. 203-945-1808.

 Competitive Rates

 Fun Place to Work

 Work Outside and with Kids All Summer

 Great Resume Builder

 Camp June 26–Aug 18 Weekdays

 Busing available

 Meals are included

Various Positions Available: Counselor, Lifeguard, Martial Arts, Wood Working

 Competitive Rates

 Fun Place to Work

 Work Outside

 Great Resume Builder

 Flexible hours and work week

 Weekends Available

 Meals are included

Various Positions Available: Lifeguards, Activities Directors, Catering Staff, Groundskeeping Staff