The North Haven Citizen

WHALER AMID THE GLARE

Around Town

New recruits

At a special meeting of the North Haven Board of Police Commissioners held this week, three police department recruits were sworn in: Reid Singewald, Lundrim Dauti and Shawn Grube.

In a social media post, the North Haven Police Department said the recruits will begin training at the Connecticut Police Academy in Meriden in early July. "We wish them the best of luck and look forward to working with them upon completing their initial training," the NHPD stated.

Scholars honored

North Haven residents Mikayla Rapuano and Matthew De Rosa were selected to receive scholarships from the Amity Charitable Trust. Rapuano, who will attend Marist College in the fall, was awarded the Anastasio Family prize; De Rosa received the final installment of his four-year Irene & Enzo Montesi Family scholarship.

De Rosa will be entering his senior year at Quinnipiac University, where he is studying accounting.

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Cicarella, Yaccarino see positives in state budget

Citizen report

North Haven lawmakers Paul Cicarella and Dave Yaccarino supported the $51.1 billion biennial state budget signed off on by Democratic governor Ned Lamont on Monday.

Sen. Cicarella and Rep. Yaccarino –both Republicans – indicated that while the 2024-2025 budget isn't perfect, it isn't bad either.

"This state budget addresses vital needs in our communities by adopt-

ing many of the initiatives my Republican colleagues and I proposed this session," Yaccarino stated. "I am proud to support this agreement and celebrate the investment that it makes in our teachers and education, our seniors through an easement on retirement income taxes, and a legitimate income tax cut for the middle class."

Cicarella, the deputy Republican leader in the Senate, echoed that, adding, “I am hopeful that this bud-

get brings relief to the many taxpayers still struggling from soaring inflation. I’ll continue to advocate for further discipline when it comes to government spending, so that more meaningful tax relief is possible.”

The state budget appropriates $25.1 billion in fiscal year 2024 and $26 billion in fiscal year 2025. This reflects a spending increase of $919 million in fiscal year 2024 (a 3.8% increase) and $885 million (a 3.5% increase) in 2025.

The budget includes funding for education and nonprofits. It appropriates $150 million in additional education funding in FY 2025 and moves the full funding by FY 2026. Nonprofits receive an additional $103 million each year.

The biennial state budget passed the Senate with a vote of 35-1, and the House 139-12.

Both chambers are controlled by Democrats.

The North Haven Camera Club held its annual awards ceremony on June 3, and this striking photo by Joanne Hiscocks – “Whaler Amid the Glare – earned the Picture of the Year distinction. Read more about the club’s recent gathering inside.

Nominees sought for Beautification Awards

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The North Haven Garden Club Civic Committee invites public participation for our annual Beautification Awards. Over the last several years, the club has awarded property owners for their gardening and beautification efforts in our town. Do you know of a property which

Soccer refs

The Greater New Haven Soccer Officials Association will conduct a new member clinic Thursday, June 22, 6 to 8:30 p.m., at the North Haven Recreation Center, 7 Linsley St. The association services high school and middle school girls and boys soccer from Meriden, south to Stratford, and east to Branford. To register for the June 22 clinic, visit gnhsoa.com (click on “Become a Member,” then “Want to Become a Referee"). There is no charge for the clinic.

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.

Tip line

In response to growing statewide complaints of a

should be considered? If so, please nominate it (it could be your own).

The club will be looking for gardens primarily in the front of a property demonstrating the following criteria: color coordination, organization, design and plant arrangement. To nominate a property, email dsch59@

In Brief

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 street takeover are encouraged to call 1-800-CALL-FBI and select the “Connecticut Street Takeovers” option from an operator or visit the website fbi.gov/cttakeovertips.

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.

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. 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

aol.com or camoo67@ gmail.com. You can also contact the North Haven Garden Club on Facebook. You must be a North Haven resident to be considered for an award.

We look forward to hearing from you before Aug. 15. Awards will be announced in early September.

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

Through Friday, June 23, the Community Services Department will be collecting canned dog and cat food to benefit North Haven Animal Control. No dry food, please. Donations can be dropped off at the Community Services office weekdays, 9 a.m. to 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.

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Camera club season was over in a flash

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A chilly day and overcast skies couldn't dampen the spirit of North Haven Camera Club members at their 2022-23 awards ceremony get-together, held June 3 at the Northford Park Pavilion. Attendees enjoyed a light buffet, with members bringing their favorite dishes, and a record number of awards were given out.

The North Haven Camera Club has beginner, inter-

mediate and Master levels, which allows members to learn photography and participate at their own pace.

The club season runs from September to June and new members are always welcome.

If you're interested in photography and want to sharpen your skills, visit northhavencameraclub.com or email northhavencameraclub@

North Haven Camera Club member Bill Rothfuss, right, earned first place in the Assigned Subject category. Rothfuss is pictured with club president Joe Whitmore.

North Haven Camera Club president Joe Whitmore congratulates photographer Susan Fair, who earned second place in the Nature category.

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.

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 reim bursement program for Con necticut renters who are el derly or totally disabled, and whose incomes do not ex ceed certain limits.

Persons renting an apart ment or room or living in cooperative housing, or a mobile home may be eligible for this program. Applica tions are accepted through Oct. 1. Visit portal.ct.gov/ OPM.

Wreath-laying

Wreaths Across America is a nonprofit organization founded to continue and ex pand the annual wreath-lay ing ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. The group ’ ber, Honor, Teach ried out in part each year by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies in December at Arlington, as well as at thou sands of veterans ies and other locations in all 50 states and beyond.

For more information on how to volunteer locally or sponsor a wreath, visit wreathsacrossamerica.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 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.

Trail association

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.

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 woodframe drop-off shed for community use. Accepted items: clothing, shoes, belts, purses, blankets, sheets, curtains, pillowcases and stuffed animals.

Kellyann Day, C.E.O of New Reach, Inc., and Claudia Giulietti, Rose Guertin and Geralyn Tagatac of Friends Committee for Children, were invited to a recent North Haven Rotary Club meeting to talk about the work they’re

doing with local shelters to help the homeless community. The Rotary Club is a long-time supporter of these organizations. If you are interested in learning more about the North Haven Rotary Club, email Rick Bassett at dgvg7980@gmail.com.

June drive supports women’s shelter

Press Release

Nanette Pastore, president of Pearce Real Estate, is pleased to announce the company’s partnership with New Reach Life Haven as collection sites for necessary items through the month of June.

Life Haven provides emergency shelter and support services to single women with children and single pregnant women in their last trimester.

Recognizing the importance of community involvement and the impact it can have on individuals and families in need, Pearce Real Estate has chosen to support Life Haven, and donations collected will directly benefit the families being served by the non-profit.

The following items are needed: body wash, deodorant, shampoo and conditioner, bath towels, twin bed pillows and sheets, and blankets. Donations can be dropped off at the following Pearce Real Estate locations throughout the month: Guilford office – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

– 18 Church St.; Milford office – 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. –

122 Broad St.; New Haven office – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. – 32 Whitney Ave.; North Haven office – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. – 393 State St.; Wallingford office –

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – 4 North Main St.

"We are happy to partner with New Reach Life Haven to support their vital mission of providing emergency shelter and support to single women and pregnant women in need," Pastore said.

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MONEY MATTERS: Baby on the way? Get prepared financially

By Jeff Jolly

Welcoming a new baby can be incredibly exciting – but there’s a lot to prepare for. In addition to assembling the crib and ensuring you have enough bottles on hand, you should anticipate that the arrival of a newborn will come with financial considerations. Here are some items to keep in mind as you wait to meet your bundle of joy.

Consider childcare expenses. According to Child Care Aware of America, the average annual price of childcare in 2022 was $10,853. This figure represents roughly 10% of the average married couple’s yearly income – and it jumps to 33% for single parents. Whether you choose daycare, a nanny, an au pair, a babysitter – or if you plan to scale back on your paid

work time in order to care for your child – it’s probably safe to assume that childcare will quickly become a major living expense.

Think about lifestyle costs. Between diapers, formula, clothes and other necessities, babies are expensive –and they remain so as they grow older. Extracurricular activites for toddlers to teens (think sports, music, performing arts) often come with a price tag. Add on the fact that many growing families decide to buy bigger houses and new cars, and it’s easy to see how lifestyle costs can creep up on parents.

Prepare for college tuition. The cost of college continues to rise at a pace faster than inflation, meaning the sooner you can start saving for your child’s higher education, the better. Setting aside even a modest amount of money each month can

make a big impact over the long term. Choose a savings vehicle that is right for your financial situation, risk tolerance and goal amount. One of the most popular options is a 529 plan, which is specifically designed to help families save for education expenses.

Reassess your financial position. With a baby on the way, it’s critical to keep in mind that unexpected events can affect your finances at any time. Resolve to build or maintain an emergency fund that could cover three to six months of expenses, in addition to prioritizing your retirement savings. After the baby arrives, update your estate plan and insurance coverage (e.g., medical, life, disability policies) as necessary.

Teach good financial habits. Kids learn about money, first and foremost, from their parents, which

means you can help them become financially literate. At a young age, you can teach them the difference between “needs” and “wants.” As they grow older, you can educate them on budgeting and saving, the benefits of delayed gratification, and how to build lifelong healthy habits around money.

Plan for your family bucket list. Many parents dream of showing their children new places and allowing them to have a variety of experiences. Think about what activities matter to you and incorporate them into your financial plan. Taking an annual vacation, owning a vacation home, buying season tickets to your

favorite sports team, or purchasing a boat are common goals for many families.

Expanding your family often has a way of putting your priorities into perspective.

If you would like an objective opinion on how to best plan for your goals, talk with a financial advisor in your area.

Jeff Jolly, CFP, is a Private Wealth Advisor and Sr. Vice President with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, in North Haven. He specializes in fee-based financial planning and asset management strategies and has been in practice for 16 years. Contact him at 203-407-8188 ext. 330.

While deep blue, state is too cautious for progressives

By Mark Pazniokas The Connecticut Mirror

Connecticut, a small blue state that reliably fueled national campaigns on the minimum wage, paid sick days and family leave in the previous decade, was barren ground on cutting-edge labor issues in the just-completed legislative session.

In style and substance, the Democratic governor and General Assembly most often operated from the political center, exhibiting caution on major progressive issues ranging from labor to climate change to affordable housing.

The question inevitably arises: When it comes to policy, what is the political identity of Connecticut, one of the 17

trifecta states where Democrats control the office of the governor and both chambers of the state legis lature?

“For good and bad, we are a bit more moderate state than I think you recognize. And for me, sometimes it House Majority Leader Jason Rojas, D-East Hartford. I think, overall, it s a good thing.”

Working from the center reflects the preferences of Gov. Ned Lamont, especially on fiscal issues, and the unwillingness of House Speaker Matt Ritter, D-Hartford, and Rojas to force difficult votes on their ideologically diverse majority caucus.

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Winning a 98-53 House majority last year was both a boon and challenge to Ritter and Rojas: The Democratic base now includes the wealthiest corners of Fairfield County, urban poor, and swing voters in more rural communities. It has a core of perhaps two dozen moderates.

To make it work, Ritter has preached against brinkmanship and for flexibility.

“We’ve talked about it,” Ritter said. “We’ve tried to create a culture in the House whereby people have to learn to compromise not only with Republicans but with each other in our caucus. ”

On Monday, Ritter and Rojas applauded Lamont as he publicly signed a bipartisan budget that cuts taxes on the middle class. Then they watched him present signing pens to them but also to House Minority Leader Vin-

cent J. Candelora, R-North Branford.

At a time of stark polarization in Washington and many state capitals, Republicans in the Connecticut General Assembly have engaged with Democrats, most notably on a budget that includes some GOP ideas.

“This document does reflect collaboration and input from the Republican Party. And I want to thank the governor for bringing us into the room and listening to what we had to say,” Candelora said.

“Compromise is not a dirty word,” Lamont said.

A coalition of progressive groups, including the AFLCIO and the Working Families Party, has complained the budget falls woefully short, failing to adequately reimburse nonprofits that provide vital social services.

None of the top three bills pushed by labor and its allies won passage.

A more favorable notice came on the editorial page of the Wall Street Journal, which bemoaned that other Democratic trifecta states are wedded to a predictable formula of more spending followed by more taxes.

“The exception has been Connecticut under Gov. Ned Lamont, who is trying to break from the progressive pack with a tax cut if his Democratic Legislature will let him,” the Journal wrote on June 4, two days before the budget’s overwhelming passage.

The Journal overlooked that the budget debate was framed on Lamont’s terms when the General Assembly voted unanimously in February for emergency-certified legislation that bypassed committee review and extended fiscal guardrails adopted in 2017.

When tax revenues are booming, the guardrails cap how much can be spent and direct a certain amount of surplus funds to the rainy day fund and then to paying

down pension and bonding debt.

“The e-cert of the guardrails was very detrimental to progressives this session,” said Tom Swan, executive director of the Connecticut Citizen Action Group. “And it showed that legislative leadership and the governor were more interested in making bond holders happy than in dealing with the real problems of Connecticut.”

Lawmakers counter that the compromise yielded a more progressive tax rate and more spending for nonprofits and education than the governor initially proposed, but they did so with negotiation. Rumored revolts at Lamont’s centrist fiscal policies never took shape.

House Democrats have gained 19 seats over three two-year election cycles that made the caucus more diverse. Getting bigger and broader did not make them bolder.

Reelecting an ideologically and geographically diverse caucus tends to require compromise, consensus and incremental change.

Sarah Ganong, the state director of the Working Families, complained that legislatures in states with thinner

Democratic majorities accomplished more.

“Connecticut Democrats instead allowed their most conservative members to take control of the agenda along with the minority Republican Party all to the detriment of Connecticut residents,” she said.

Labor’s bills addressing paid sick days, predictable scheduling for service employees and a higher minimum wage for tipped workers all failed, as did long shots that would have provided jobless benefits for strikers and set stringent standards for workers at Amazon fulfillment centers.

A reluctance by advocates to compromise doomed what was widely seen as labor’s best hope for a victory in 2023: a significant update to Connecticut’s first-in-thenation paid sick days law that passed in 2011.

The original law applied only to employers with at least 50 workers, and it exempted manufacturers and certain non-profits.

The Senate passed a bill that would have expanded sick day coverage to virtually all employers. It was too much

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of an expansion for a significant number of House Democrats, and Ritter refused to pressure them by calling a vote.

“They’re legislators. They got elected. They didn’t get here to get bullied by me and Jason for the next two years,” Ritter said.

Lamont had proposed his own expansion, dropping the coverage threshold from 50 to 11 employees. But after the Senate passed its version on a 20-12 party-line vote, the administration indicated the governor would sign it.

In the House, a few compromises were floated. One would have expanded coverage in phases over several

years, bringing down the employee threshold from 50 to 25 immediately, then 20 next year, 15 the year after that and so on.

“It’s really frustrating to me the more and more I see how labor and the left is very often unwilling to take wins, to get to that next thing to fight for. And you just get logjams because it can only be perfect,” said Rep. Josh Elliott, D-Hamden, a liberal who worked on passage.

The Connecticut Women’s Education and Legal Fund took the lead on paid sick days and insisted on centering its efforts on workers who had the greatest need for coverage. “Ultimately, you can put up what might be perceived as a win,” said Janée Woods Weber, the group’s director. “But if we’re still leaving behind people who need to be centered, who have been historically left behind, then is it really the kind of win that we’re looking for?”

Ed Hawthorne, the president of the Connecticut AFL-CIO,

said there are times when defeat is better than compromise.

“They shouldn’t always be looking to find the middle ground,” Hawthorne said of lawmakers. “There’s things where the middle ground

eats away at what the core of the bill is trying to do.”

Hawthorne said they will back the same bills in February, the start of the next session and another opportunity to assess Connecticut’s political identity.

Gov. Ned Lamont shares a laugh with House Republican leader Vincent Candelora, center, Republican Rep. Holly Cheeseman and Democratic Sen. Cathy Osten after signing the bipartisan budget.

Mark Pazniokas, The Connecticut Mirror

North Haven Police Department recruits Reid Singewald, Lundrim Dauti and Shawn Grube have been sworn in, and soon will begin training.

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"We believe that everyone deserves a safe and stable environment, and we are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of these families,” Pastore added.

“We encourage the community to join us in making a difference by donating the items listed."

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Rapuano plans to pursue a degree in criminal justice at Marist.

This year, the Amity Club of New Haven awarded 35 scholarships totaling $107,000 to students in the greater New Haven area.

Pearce Real Estate is an independently-owned, fullservice real estate company with seven residential and commercial offices in the greater New Haven and Shoreline areas.

LEGAL NOTICE NORTH HAVEN PUBLIC AUCTION

A Public Auction of the following personal property, such as furniture, household goods, and miscellaneous items will be held at Central Connecticut Transportation Inc. 22 N. Plains Industrial Rd. Ste 6A, Wallingford, CT. 06492 at 9:00 AM 6/16/2023 as required under Section 47-a-42 of Connecticut General Statutes. Each of you is hereby notified that your personal property will be sold unless all moving, storage, and related costs are paid: Jane Patterson and Charles Patterson. All items will be sold as is No warranty is expressed or implied. Buyers assume all risks. CASH OR CERTIFIED CHECKS ONLY.

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MENTAL HEALTH/ SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR

Town of Cheshire invites qualified candidates to apply for this newly created, funded position.

Thirty (30) hrs/week.

Starting hourly rate: $32.00. Master’s degree required. Job description & how to apply can be found at www.cheshirect.org & from the HR Office.

. Top Soil . Compost . . Wood Chips . FOR SALE. Catering to small deliveries. Call Bob (203) 415-0723

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Please call Mike @ 203284-8562 8am-5pm.

ELECTRIC UTILITY

DISTRIBUTION ENGINEER

The Town of Wallingford Electric Division is seeking a highly technical individual to work in the design and development of overhead and underground power distribution lines. The utility serves 24,700 customers in a 50+ square mile distribution area with a peak demand of 130 MW. The position requires a B.S. degree in electrical engineering plus 2 years of responsible experience in utility engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting on a year-for year basis. Salary: $84,586$108,221 annually plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Applications may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page and can be mailed to the Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492 or emailed to wlfdhr@ wallingfordct.gov by the closing date of July 11, 2023 Phone #: (203) 294-2080, Fax #: (203) 294-2084. EOE.

A letter of interest, resume & completed Town application must be submitted by the close of business on Friday June 30, 2023 to Michelle Piccerillo, Director of Human Services at mpiccerillo@cheshirect.org or mailed to 84 South Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410. Town of Cheshire is an EEOE, M/F/D/V.

SCANOE - 17’, great condition, $350 firm. (203) 238 2547.

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ANTIQUES

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

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W. BOOBER MASONRYOver 35 Years Experience All Types of Masonry CT License #626708 (203) 235-4139

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

JUNK REMOVAL

Hot Tub Removal, Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more.

*SPRING YARD Clean-ups* FREE ESTIMATES. LIC & INS. DUMPSTER RENTALS 203-535-9817 860-575-8218

OVER 35 YRS EXP Stonewalls, patios, sidewalks, chimneys, pool areas, fireplaces, fire pit steps. Free est. 860.274.4893.

RT RELOCATION

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

BLACK MAGIC - Sealcoat, asphalt repair, line striping, stone drives instal’d. HIC0666763. Ins. 860.997.0637.

TREE REMOVAL

Storm Damage, Stump Grinding, Chipping, Lots Cleared, Trees/ Shrubs Inst’d, Free Ests. Fully Ins’d. Lic #558031. 203.619.2301.

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