The North Haven Citizen

State champions celebrated at capitol

Press Release

State Rep. Dave Yaccarino and state Sen. Paul Cicarellawelcomed the state champion North Haven High School football and hockey teams to the capitol in May.

Laffin remembered

North Haven patrolman Timothy Laffin Sr. died on May 29, 1980, 12 days after his police car left the roadway and struck a guard rail and a tree. Laffin was in pursuit of a motorcycle at the time. The suspect turned himself in the following day.

North Haven’s championship teams were introduced on the floor of the Connecticut Senate and House of Representatives to thunderous applause from legislators, staff and guests in attendance. "Congratulations to the football and hockey

teams on making history as state champions and for all of the hard work that led to your incredible accomplishments on and off the athletic fields," Yaccarino said. "Through your achievements, you witnessed the value of teamwork

Around Town

On Memorial Day, the North Haven Police Department remembered Laffin, stating on social media: "Today is an especially difficult day for North Haven PD. Not only do we reflect on those brave men and women of our armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting our nation, but we also mark 43 years

since the death of Patrolman Timothy Laffin Sr. Patrolman Laffin is the only line of duty death for North Haven PD, and while a majority of our current staff were not even born at the time of his death, yet alone got to work with him, we will never forget him, his legacy, and his family. Rest in Peace, Tim."

and collaboration, and how they are pillars to building successful teams and strong relationships. We are so proud of how you have represented our town.”

See Champs, A12

New role for Zambrano

At a special meeting of the North Haven Board of Selectmen in May, the board accepted the resignation of Robert Zambrano (R) from the Economic Development Commission, then approved of Zambrano's

State Rep. Dave Yaccarino and state Sen. Paul Cicarella present official citations to the coaches of North Haven High School’s state champion hockey and football teams.

Yaccarino, Cicarella and Governor Ned Lamont pose with the hockey champs.

BOE retirees

Retirees from the North Haven Board of Education will meet for lunch Monday, June 19, 11:30 a.m., at the Pacific Buffet and Grill, 20 Ives Road, #301C in Wallingford. The group funds scholarships for graduating seniors from North Haven High School whose relatives work, or had worked, for the Board of Education. RSVP before Monday, June 12 to Pat DeMatties (203-2395115), Tina Snyder (203-8915025) or Judy Cody (203265-6432). For more information, contact Ellie Tessmer at 203-269-2653.

La Leche League

La Leche League of Hamden/North Haven meets the second Wednesday of the month at Grace & St. Peter’s Church, 2927 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. RSVP to Anne.M@ LLLCT.org. Attendees from all towns in the greater New Haven area are welcome.

Chamber event

The Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce’s 81st annual meeting and awards dinner will be held Wednesday, June 14, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at The Farms Country Club, 180 Cheshire Road, Wallingford. The keynote speaker will be Rand Pecknold, head coach of the national champion Quinnipiac University men’s hockey team. For ticket information, visit tinyurl.com/3ve89zcz.

Open house

Saturday, June 10 is CT Open House Day, and the North Haven Historical Society will participate by opening its doors to the public. Join us from noon to 4 p.m. as we welcome you to the Cultural Center at 27 Broadway. The event will in-

clude tours, a scavenger hunt, a “Show ‘n Tell,” and much more. Refreshments and goodie bags will be available for all who stop by.

Pride event

North Haven's inaugural Pride celebration will be held on the town green, Saturday, June 17, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Business sponsorships and volunteer opportunities are available. Monetary donations up to $1,000 will be matched by a private donor. Following the gathering on the green, the group North Haven Pride will host a 21-and-over party at 12% Beer Project, located at 341 State St. For more details, visit northhavenpride.org.

Pathway project

The North Haven Garden Club announced its 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. Residents are invited to participate in the project by identifying their own pollinator garden. Register your property with the Pollinator Pathway Project online, at pollinator-pathway.org.

Mentoring

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut is an affiliate of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, the 119-year-old national youth mentoring organization. Learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters by visiting ctbigs.org.

Pet food drive

The Community Services Department will be collecting canned dog and cat food June 5 to 23 to benefit North Haven Animal Control. No

dry food, please. Donations can be dropped off at the Community Services office, 5 Linsley St., weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. To make a monetary donation, checks should be made payable to: Treasurer, Town of North Haven, with "Animal Control food drive" in the memo field. Checks can be mailed to: North Haven Animal Control, Memorial Town Hall, 18 Church St., North Haven, CT 06473. For more information, contact Carla Picard at 203-239-5321 ext. 505.

Trails Day

The North Haven Trail Association invites residents to join them in celebrating Na tional Trails Day Saturday, June 3, 9 a.m., at the Chap man-Sinoway Park on Upper State Street. The NHTA has blazed a new 1-mile trail with red markers to show the way. Chapman-Sinoway Park consists of approxi mately six acres of woodland, a stream, a pond for fishing or skating, and picnic tables. The Chapman and Sinoway families who once occupied the land as farmers donated the properties to the town. For more information about the North Haven Trail Association, visit northhaventrails.org.

Preservation CT

Preservation Connecticut is a statewide nonprofit historic preservation organization, established in 1975 by a Special Act of the Connecticut General Assembly as the Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation.

For over four decades, Preservation Connecticut has championed the protection of community assets all over the state. For more information, visit preservationct.org.

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Marines sought

The Marine Corps League, Hardware City Detachment, New Britain CT is actively looking for new members. You do not have to live in New Britain to be a member. The Hardware City Detachment regularly supports local veterans and their families in need, and participates

in many local celebrations and remembrances. The Hardware City Detachment meets the first Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m., at the Berlin VFW, 152 Massirio Dr. For more information, contact Sal V. Sena Sr. (860-6146188, 4mermarine69@ gmail.com) or Al Urso (860747-0677, alurso@cox.net).

Renters rebate

State law provides a reimbursement program for Connecticut renters who are elderly or totally disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. Persons renting an apartment or room or living in cooperative housing, or a mobile home may be eligible for this program. Applications are accepted through Oct. 1. Visit portal.ct.gov/OPM.

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 Community Services office, Town Hall Annex Building, 5 Linsley St., Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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.

Quinnipiac hosts Global Citizenship Summit

On May 19, about 128 high school students from Ansonia, Meriden (Platt High School), New Haven (New Haven Academy) and Southbury (Pomperaug High School) participated in a Global Citizenship Summit at Quinnipiac University.

The “Summit on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,” was hosted by Quinnipiac’s School of Education and

Trail association

held on the North Haven campus. This student-led conference gave those involved the opportunity to understand different perspectives, to be aware of the world around them, and to understand how they can make a difference.

“It is important that students have the opportunity to see how the content we discuss is being worked on by pro-

fessionals in the real world,” Pomperaug teacher and summit advisor Michael Syrotiak said.

Guest speakers included Erin Corbett, program director of the QU Prison Project; Don Sawyer, vice president for equity, inclusion and leadership development at Quinnipiac; Caroline Sennett, director of immigration legal services for the Con-

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The North Haven Trail Association maintains several trails 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. For further information, visit northhaventrails.org.

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.

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.

necticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants; Dwight Sharpe, a consultant for the Connecticut State Education Resource Center; and JT Torres, assistant professor of English, and director of QU’s Center for Teaching and Learning.

Platt student Valeri RuizAcosta said, “I really liked how (Don Sawyer) mentioned that you need to see things through the lens of hope and possibility and not to let negatives brings you down. Don’t let other people tell you you can’t do something, because you can.”

KEY HELPERS

For the fourth year in a row, North Haven High School’s Key Club helped out at the North Haven Garden Club’s annual plant sale fundraiser. The Key Club is the youth version of the Kiwanis Club, a non-profit organization which hosts nearly 150,000 service projects each year. Pictured at the recent plant sale are Key Club members Sonia Temfack, Cooper Callahan, Shen Wan, Mackenzie Ly, Brina Shah, Alyssa Cherian, Ayla Sivri, Chandler Morris, Jaden Nguyen, Danny Villabona, Roberto Demacedo, Paul Wilson-McCarthy and TimFlanagan.

Photo by Cindy Golia

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appointment to the Board of Finance. Both votes were 3-0. Zambrano replaces Nicholas DeChello on the Board of Finance.

NHFD adds to its ranks

The North Haven Fire Department celebrated three promotions and welcomed three recruits during a May 26 swearing-in ceremony. Jeffrey S. Obier was prompted to Deputy Chief of Administration, Lt. Jeffrey Haag was promoted to Captain and Ronald Prisco Jr. rose to Lieutenant. The department's new recruits are Sarah Pucci, Raul Cedeno and Ryan Finnegan.

"Congratulations to all of the members and their families on their accomplishments," the NHFD stated in a social media post.

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Connecticut’s long, winding trip to fix a short stretch of Route 9

By Mark Pazniokas The Connecticut Mirror

On the first day of summer in 2016, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy and transportation officials greeted reporters on a sunny parking deck in Middletown, a spot affording views of a placid bend in the Connecticut River and a treacherous half-mile of state highway. They came to announce a solution to a puzzle: How to remove two sets of traffic lights on Route 9, a contributor to about 260 crashes in three years on what otherwise is a limited-access highway, without cutting off the city’s riverfront or its rebounding downtown.

Building two bridges to allow northbound traffic to exit into the downtown under raised southbound lanes was the “minimalist” answer, as described then by the state’s chief highway engineer. Malloy urged patience: A final design and construction would take years, completion unlikely before 2023.

Seven years later, Connecticut has a new governor, the state Department of Transportation has a new commissioner, and Middletown has a new mayor. But as another summer approaches, the signals remain on Route 9, snarling traffic on a highway connecting I-91 and I-84 in Greater Hartford to Old Saybrook, I-95 and shoreline beaches.

It turns out the Rubik’s Cube nature of highway do-overs how to fix one problem without creating two others is harder than it looks. Responding to concerns about the concept Malloy presented and revisions that followed, the DOT is now working on Alternative 11, assessing suggestions by Middletown officials in November. Alternative 1, the plan presented in 2016 and revised after public input, remains in contention. DOT now aims to settle on a conceptual design by June 2024, produce construction drawings by November 2025, seek bids a few months later, then start construction in June 2026 exactly one decade after Malloy’s press conference.

The complexities of redesigning a relatively short stretch of highway to the satisfaction of myriad stakeholders around Middletown, a city of 47,000 at the center of the state, has been an instructive, if humbling, undertaking for a short-staffed DOT with far greater ambitions and challenges. Notably, the delay hasn’t drawn criticism from Middletown’s mayor, Ben Florsheim, or his predecessor, Dan Drew, who both attended the 2016 news conference. Or from Rep. Roland Lemar, a New Haven Democrat and close observer of the DOT as co-chair of the Transportation Committee.

“It’s because DOT has been responsive and open to suggestions from the local community about how to ensure that that roadway serves the city of Middletown, not divides it,” Lemar said. “Taking a more deliberative and more community-focused approach has led to delay, but it’s a good one. ”

Highway designers have revised plans repeatedly at the request of Middletown, meeting monthly with city officials as they attempt to balance concerns about river views and access with potential impacts on downtown traffic, historic properties, railroad tracks and an isolated and longneglected neighborhood, Miller-Bridge.

“It feels to me like we’ve been listened to,” said Florsheim, who succeeded Drew as mayor in 2019.

Drew offered a similar assessment and added, “I think everybody knew it was a very complicated project that required a lot of public input.”

Still, others have stopped following the twists and turns of a slowly evolving reality show about a highway makeover. They just want to know how it all ends.

“I am horribly cynical at this point about the process, and I don’t think without reason, ” said Dmitry D’Alessandro, the owner of a downtown framing shop and a MillerBridge resident. “I don’t care anymore. They’ve said that they’re going to finally do it. I will believe them when they finally do it.”

Don Shubert, the president of the Connecticut Construction Industries Association, said the painfully slow process of birthing highway projects, often more tied to regulatory and permitting issues than public reaction, long has frustrated an industry with an insatiable appetite for work.

“Ten years from conception to construction all over the country is far too long,” Shubert said. “We need a process where we’re not doing everything, then stepping back and doing it all over again.”

Shubert was speaking generally, not about the repeated reviews and revisions of the Route 9 project. He acknowledged that remaking highways in built-out areas is especially complicated. “There’s no easy digging in Connecticut,” he said.

Connecticut, like much of the U.S., is deep in a reappraisal of how the construction of tens of thousands miles of highways in the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s hollowed out American cities, carved up neighborhoods and walled off natural assets like the Connecticut River in Hartford and Middletown.

At a recent North Haven

Club meeting, Lili Schupp, a sophomore at North Haven High School, was presented with a $1,500 scholarship from the Rotary Club and a $1,500 scholarship from the Marc Anthony Casella Foundation. Schupp has been accepted into a pre-med summer program at Duke University. When she completes the program this summer she will be able to assist with minor medical issues in the community. Pictured: Khriag Schupp, Lily Schupp, Rotary Club President Anita Anderson and MAC Foundation President Nick Casella.

Letters to the Editor

The right choice

Editor:

I am writing this letter in support of the nomination of Amanda Gabriele for a second term to the North Haven Board of Education. Having been in and around the world of education, as an educator and then, a Board of Education member, there are two essential questions I ask as I prepare to cast my ballot: Does the candidate have the passion for this work?; and, Will the candidate use their voice to always benefit the students?

These questions are easier to answer when returning a candidate to office. Amanda is completing her six-year term, a term that is completely volunteer and time-

consuming. Having served on the board with her for four years and having continued to watch televised board meetings, I am thoroughly confident that I am able to answer both questions with a resounding yes.

Amanda’s passion is shown in both word and deed. She has been involved in various subcommittees and is often seen participating in a variety of school and community events.

According to the Connecticut General Assembly, the duty of the board is to provide (1) adequate instructional books, supplies, materials, equipment, staffing, facilities and technology; (2) equitable allocation of resources among its

See Letter, A12

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MONEY MATTERS: Retirement myths that can lead you astray

By Jeff Jolly

Whether you are decades away from retirement or it’s right around the corner, it’s important to separate fact from fiction when it comes to planning for your post-work life. Here are five common –and often costly – myths that often mislead people about life in retirement. Keeping them in mind can help you avoid missteps and achieve your goals for a happy and satisfying retirement.

Myth No. 1 – Retirement life will be less expensive

Retirement often frees up more time to pursue other interests and hobbies. This may include more travel, social activities and other pursuits that require a financial commitment. Depending on your goals, be prepared for life in retirement to cost more than you might think. In particular, be cognizant that many people overestimate how much money they’ll save by “downsizing” their homes. While they may save on property taxes and utilities, they may encounter new costs related to their new, smaller living arrangements, such as homeowner association and facility fees.

Myth No. 2 – Health insurance is simple – and free!

Medicare is a critical benefit for retirees, but it wasn’t designed to cover everything. Medicare involves a complex combination of policies, and full coverage comes with costs. Medicare Part A, the basic coverage for hospital insurance, is free for most Americans over the age of 65. That said, other forms of Medicare have costs associated with coverage. According to Medicare.gov, in 2023, the standard premium for Medicare Part B, for physician services, is $164.90 per month. Medicare Part D, for prescription drug coverage, also involves monthly premiums. Most retirees will pay premiums for supple-

mental health coverage or choose a Medicare Advantage plan to protect them. Copays and deductibles can be included.

Myth No. 3 – Social Security will take care of my financial needs

According to the Social Security Administration, more than one-third of Americans rely on Social Security for more than half of their income in retirement. That said, it’s important to be realistic.

The average Social Security benefit for retired workers in January 2023 is $1,827 per month. Even if you double that for a married couple, it is likely to be far less than your pre-retirement income, and far from enough to meet your needs in retirement. That’s why saving in a workplace retirement plan, IRAs and other types of investment vehicles, is critical to protect your long-term financial security.

Myth No. 4 – Taxes won’t be a major concern

You might think that because you aren’t working, taxes don’t come into play. The reality is far different. Most people are required to pay taxes on a portion of their Social Security income. What’s more, distributions from workplace savings plans and traditional IRAs are generally subject to income tax as well. Most income generated by bonds, bond funds and CDs are taxable. You may even need to make quarterly estimated tax payments on your investment income and retirement plan distributions.

Myth No. 5 – It’s time to kick back and relax

Given the longer life expectancies many Americans enjoy today, leaving your position with a company or ending a career doesn’t necessarily mean you are done with work. Many people have the desire to remain ac-

tive. This can take the form of consulting; using the talents and experience you have to continue to earn money. In short, retirement doesn’t mean setting your talents, abilities and energy aside. For many, it’s the start of a new chapter in life.

Stay reality-based

As you structure your retirement plan, it makes sense to put some thought into what

life will look like, and how that might impact your living costs.

A good plan will help you set these myths aside and deal with the real world of retirement.

Jeff Jolly, CFP, is a Private Wealth Advisor and Sr. Vice President with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, in North Haven. Contact him at 203-407-8188 ext. 330.

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Yaccarino continued, “Every player, coach, parent and supporter should celebrate these state champions."

On Dec. 10, 2022, the North Haven High School football team defeated Killingly 5134 in the CIAC Class MM title game at Rentschler Field in East Hartford to claim the program’s first-ever state championship.

Not long after, on March 20, the North Haven High School hockey team bested Woodstock Academy 2-1 in overtime at M&T Bank Arena at Quinnipiac University in Hamden to earn its third CIAC Division II state championship.

“North Haven’s football and ice hockey teams have made us all proud from their remarkable runs to state titles,” Cicarella said. “Congratulations to the student-athletes, coaches, administrators and the families for this achievement. You cannot take shortcuts to become a state champion. Our teams embody the hard work that goes into becoming the best in any pursuit. I’m glad that we had the chance to welcome the teams to the capitol to highlight their tremendous accomplishments.”

Following their introductions before the General Assembly, the state champs made their way out to the north steps, where they were met by Governor Ned Lamont, who congratulated the teams.

schools; (3) proper maintenance of facilities. In other words, prepare and implement a yearly budget.

Amanda’s background in finance gives her a wonderful and thorough grasp of the multimillion dollar educa-

tion budget. She questions budget items and speaks about complex matters in a way that is understandable to the average person.

I encourage the DTC to nominate Amanda Gabriele to a second term, for the sake of North Haven’s children.

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