North Haven Citizen

RING CEREMONY

Up for debate

Buemi supportive of Fair Rent Commission, while Freda and Pieper express concern

By Michael Savino Special to the Citizen

The Board of Selectmen could consider creating a Fair Rent Commission to protect tenants from exorbitant rent increases.

On March 21, the North Haven High School hockey team became DII state champion by defeating Woodstock Academy 2-1 in overtime. On Thursday, Aug. 17, the team came back together to celebrate their championship with a ring ceremony. Back row: Chris Consorte, Bryce Montabana, Asst. Coach Mike Tantorski, Head Coach Chris Avena, Asst. Coach Dennis Mastriano, Alex Petersen, Bryce Mastriano, Jaxson O’Brien, Ben Gilbert, Mark Guidone, Paul Mastriano, Will Keaney and Bryce Petersen; front row: Nolan Coke, Andrew Porto, Gavin Knauft, Lleyton Geremia, Tommy Guidone, stick boy Nico Porto, Owen Quick, Connor Keaney, Will Sullivan, Jake Donovan and Joey Taft.

Stolen kitten, long history of criminality:

More details of crime spree emerge

By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff

The day after his 18th birthday, on Nov. 6, 2022, Meriden’s Robert Barbera allegedly stole a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport from a Cheshire resident, according to an arrest warrant filed in June.

Barbera was well-known to several police departments prior to the recent crime spree that ended in Meriden.

He and five other individuals were arrested on Aug. 10 and charged with armed robbery, car thefts, dangerous pursuits and arson from Torrington to Branford, Southington, Wallingford, North Haven, and Meriden.

Barbera was charged with multiple counts related to the incident and initially held on $1 million bond. On Friday, Aug. 11, the bond was reduced to $800,000. The only other adult charged, Kyle Mitchell-Howe, was ini-

tially held on a $500,000 bond, but saw his reduced to $100,000. Both men were in custody in New Haven. The four juveniles involved in the case were turned over to juvenile authorities.

Police also discovered a 7-week-old kitten under the seat of the stolen car. According to a press release issued by the Meriden Police Department, offi-

Selectwoman Sally Buemi raised the idea at the Board’s Aug. 3 meeting, after being approached by a resident who faced a 77% rent increase. Buemi said the woman, who’s lived in the unit for 22 years, would need to pay an additional $750 a month.

“For a person living on social security or maybe with some part-time work, that kind of an increase is just, kind of, impossible,” Buemi said.

She also said a Fair Rent Commission could give the woman, and other residents in that situation, a place to turn for help.

A commission would be able to hear appeals from residents who think their landlords have increased rent too much. nf towns without a commission, residents have to file a lawsuit and take their landlord to court.

Towns with at least 25,000 residents are required to have a Fair Rent Commission. North Haven is just short of that mark, at 24,253

See Crime, A7 See Rent, A5

To the Editor, They’re back!

Digital Billboards are again trying to come to the Town of North Haven! A public hearing on the proposal is scheduled for the Sept. 11, at the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. Please call (203) 239-5321 Land Use on Sept. 11 for meeting location information and to verify Digital Billboards DBBs are still on the agenda.

A Billboard Overlay District BOD is being proposed for I91 in North Haven. They want to litter our town’s

Letter to the Editor

beautiful landscape with gigantic DBBs 15’ x 60’ and 35 feet in height from the property grade. There will be 750 feet between DBBs located on minimum four acres on IG-80 and IL-80 properties. DBBs can be 200 feet from parks, playgrounds, cemeteries, and they can be 500 feet from residential neighborhoods! These monstrosities are 900 square feet in size with two digital faces that will be lit 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year!

The messages can change a minimum every seven seconds. Here is an example us-

ing the change of every 10 seconds for six messages in one minute. It is 360 message changes in one hour and 8,640 message changes in 24 hours. And that is just one side of the DBB!

Many residents will be able to see these DBBs from their homes and will be negatively impacted. All residents will be able to see these DBBs simply while driving in town.

Please spread the word about the BOD and DBBs. Please help protect our town from being littered with DBBs! The Planning and

Important early-year dates for NHHS and NHMS

The North Haven School District will resume classes on Monday, Aug. 28. Early schedule of events will include:

North Haven High School

*National Hispanic Heritage Month begins - Friday, Sept. 1.

*Labor Day - Monday, Aug. 4. No classes.

*Freshman Parent Meet & Greet of Counselors/Q&AWednesday, Sept. 6, 7:15 to 8:30 a.m.

*Picture Day/School Photos

- Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 13 and 14, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

*Open House - Tuesday, Sept. 19, 6 to 8 p.m.

*Yom Kippur - Monday, Sept. 25. No classes.

*How to Pay for College Seminar - Wednesday, Sept. 27, 6 to 7 p.m.

North Haven Middle School

*Labor Day - Monday, Aug.

4. No classes.

*Open House - Tuesday, Sept. 12, 6 p.m.

*PTA Meeting - Tuesday, Sept. 19, 7 p.m.

*Yom Kippur - Monday, Sept. 25. No classes.

*Mid Term Q1 - Thursday, Sept. 28.

North Haven schools are also looking for dedicated substitute teachers and paraprofessionals. If you have ever considered working in an educational environment, this could be the perfect time to act. Kelly Educational Staffing is currently hiring talented individuals to work in the school district. If interested, please contact Kelly Services at 1753@kellyservices.com or (203) 288-3564/(860) 482-

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Positions Available:

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Zoning Commission members want to hear from you! It is important to attend the Sept. 11 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting and tell the commission to

vote, “NO” to the Billboard Overlay District and “NO” to Digital Billboards!

Mary White

North Haven

Recently a few members of the North Haven Garden Club planted 4 knockout rose bushes in front of the fence behind the mill stone at Colonial Garden.

Three of the rose bushes are replacements memorial bushes for Marge Brown, Rosemary Mele, and Harriet Bartlett. The fourth stone placed is in memory of club member Tina Swezey who recently passed away. 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 of North Haven!

For membership information please email Italia at italia_a@comcast.net.

North Haven Garden Club is a member of The Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut Inc., New England Garden Clubs Inc., and The National Garden Clubs Inc.

according to the 2020 census, but Buemi said the town could eclipse that mark in 10 years, should the state not increase the threshold.

“Sometimes in life you do things because you should do them, not because you have to,” she also said.

First Selectman Michael Freda and Selectman William Pieper raised concerns about the idea, including questioning if one is needed, but agreed to think about the idea and discuss it again at a future meeting. Pieper raised concerns that a commission could come with costs, including staff support and legal expenses.

He also said a commission would not have jurisdiction over most of the rental units in town. Commissions have the ability to issue orders to landlords, and they can also issue subpoenas and mandate appearance at hearings.

Pieper said landlords may challenge rulings when they think an increase is justified to cover inflation, pay for repairs or other reasons.

“If a landlord can get a 10% or 20% increase, why should

we tell him not to get that increase?” he asked.

Freda, meanwhile, said many rental units in town would be exempt from the commission’s jurisdiction. The commission has no authority when landlords accept federal housing vouchers and the North Haven Housing Authority is covered by the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority’s rules for rent increases.

Freda voiced concern that renters would have an expectation that the commission will help them, when most would fall outside its jurisdiction.

Still, the two selectmen said they’d take time to consider Buemi’s request for a public hearing.

“I’m kind of torn on it,” Freda said. “That story you mentioned is a heart-tugging story.”

Garden Club holds 4th Annual Garden Party

On Wednesday, July 26, 19 members of the North Haven Garden Club attended the club’s 4th Annual Garden Party.

The gathering was held in member Bene’ Jablonskis’ backyard. A few members wore their fancy and frilly garden hats to the party.

The weather cooperated beautifully for the gathering with sunshine and a refreshing breeze.

Each member brought a side dish for all to share, with lemonade, ice tea and water being provided by Bene’. Members who attended were Noreen Adley, Cindy Adinolfi, Maryann Angelopoulos, Italia Avitable, Brenda Howlett, Angela Buzzelli, Camille Bracale, Mary Cameron, Sandy Ginter, Gerri Giordano, Lois Gough, Lee Fermo, Bene’ Jablonski, Linda Lianos, Fran Notaro, Dianna Ramadei, Marge Quinn, Dawn

Schmitt, and Ellie Tessmer. Cindy Golia handed out Pollinator Pathway signs to members to put into their gardens. Bene’ thanked everyone for bringing delicious dishes to share at the gathering.

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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 of North Haven!

For membership information please email Italia at italia_a@comcast.net.

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Noreen Adley, Angela Buzzelli, Italia Avitable and Linda Lianos. Cindy Golia talking about the Pollinator Pathway signs.

Bene’ Jablonski thanking everyone.

cers “believe the kitten was acquired somewhere between the robbery in Wallingford, Branford, Southington and Torrington.” Police hope someone recognizes the feline and can help reunite him with his owner. Those with information can call Meriden Animal Control Unit at 203-235-4179 or police communications at 203238-1911.

“Robert is a known car thief and was arrested by Meriden Police in February 2022 for operating a vehicle stolen from Cheshire and engaging Meriden Police in pursuit,” according to the warrant application regarding his November 2022 alleged theft filed in Meriden Superior Court.

Because he was under 18 in the earlier Cheshire theft, Barbera’s DNA was taken from a cheek swab at the Manson Youth Institute where he was incarcerated. It matched a swab taken off the gear shift and steering wheel of a 2004 Toyota Camry stolen from a Cromwell resident on Christmas Eve 2022. That car was later recovered in Meriden, a halfmile from Barbera’s Broad Street home.

Barbera also missed an Aug. 8 court date and now has a failure to appear charge on his lengthy rap sheet.

According to a case report on the crime spree, on Thursday at about 1 p.m., police responded to Hubbard Park for a report of attempted vehicle break-in or thefts.

“It should be noted that the city of Meriden has been plagued with car break-ins and motor vehicle thefts where operators of these stolen vehicles will travel at high rates of speeds with zero regard for the safety of citizens in instances completely unprovoked by law enforcement,” according to the Friday case report written by Det. Benjamin Pellegrini. “It was relayed to me that in some instances, operators of

these stolen vehicles will intentionally drive toward police in aggressive manners showing a complete disregard for law enforcement and the laws of the state.”

The three suspect vehicles, a gray Honda Civic, a black hatchback, and a white Kia Forte, were found near the park’s playground area. Police spotted four males with masks leaning into the Kia Forte. They jumped into the Honda Civic and black hatchback when they spotted police and fled onto West Main Street toward Southington, police said. The officer was unable to capture the fleeing cars and returned to the Kia Forte where she saw a flame inside the car that quickly engulfed it, police said. The plate was later traced to a car reported stolen in Wallingford.

Police determined the Kia was involved in a recent larceny in which two males allegedly stole a bottle of Hennessy cognac from the Grog Shop liquor store at 1063 Old Colony Road. The business owner did not wish to press charges. However, he told police that the Kia was accompanied by a white

Hyundai Elantra missing a bumper. Police found that car was reported stolen from a resident in an assisted living facility in Middletown on Aug. 8. The car was recovered two days later in New Britain, according to the case report.

The white Kia Forte and the Hyundai Elantra were also involved in a purse snatching in Southington prior to the recovery of either vehicle, police said.

The gray Honda Civic was located on View Street in Meriden, unoccupied with its engine running. Police determined it was the same car reported stolen in Meriden a day earlier. A witness gave police pictures of the car and the parties responsible for leaving the car in the roadway. The suspects left the area in a black SUV that matched the description of a Mazda CX-5 reported stolen in Darien, police said. Darien police shared photos of individuals captured on camera during their investigation which depicted males believed to be Robert Barbera, also known as Ace, and an unnamed juvenile ”both known by police to be involved in the theft of motor

vehicles.”

The Mazda CX-5 and its occupants would be involved in a spree of purse snatchings/robberies in a Wallingford Walmart, Branford and Torrington throughout the day, according to the case report. Two firearms were displayed in Torrington. A witness in the Torrington robbery followed the Mazda and said “an occupant of the Maxda CX-5 was hanging out the window displaying and pointing a handgun at the witness,” according to the incident report.

State police initiated a pursuit of the Mazda, which was able to elude police, who eventually lost sight of the vehicle.

Meriden detectives continued to look for the Mazda, police said, due to the link to Meriden and the potential that the unnamed juvenile and Barbera were the occupants. They later discovered the vehicle and identified Barbera as the driver.

“The vehicle proceeded to operate on side streets at a high rate of speed completely unprovoked by police actions,” according to the police report. “Police initiated a pursuit. The vehicle accelerated at speeds without due regards to traffic, proceded to drive in opposing travel lane, and conducted evasive maneuvers. The vehicle crashed (into a) police vehicle at the location at 380 S. Broad St. injuring numerous officers.”

Six occupants, at least one being a female, of the motor

vehicle fled on food and police chased and later apprehended all suspects.

Pellegrini arrived at the scene and engaged in a chase of an unidentified male.

“Due to the fact that the suspects were involved in a recent armed robbery, I proceeded to unholster my … firearm and pointed it at (unidentified) yelling commands believing he may be armed,” he said.

The suspect was captured without incident and taken into custody with the others. While in the police cruiser, the female spat at two officers, the report states. Medical attention was provided for those injured and two of the juveniles were taken to MidState Medical Center. Both were treated and released into police custody.

One of the juveniles admitted to be in possession of a Glock style facsimile firearm and provided information about the arson of the Kia Forte, police said. Numerous credit cards allegedly taken during the robberies were found in the cars.

City police said they will provide supplemental evidence and interview testimony to surrounding towns to pursue their own investigations and subsequent arrests.

The juveniles appeared in Middletown Juvenile Court. Barbera returns to court on Sept. 6 and Mitchell-Howe on Sept. 22.

Meriden Police found a 7-week-old kitten inside a stolen car last week and are searching for the owner.

Photo via Meriden Police

Meriden Detective Lt. Shane Phillips, second from right, and Deputy Police Chief Jeremiah Scully show a video clip of a burning car near the playground at Hubbard Park during a press conference at the Meriden Police Dept. on Aug.11. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal

18th eesmarts Student Contest winners named

Green Acres Elementary School students Hanna and Nathan Kim were recently honored as winners in the 18th Annual eesmarts Student Contest.

Presented by Energize Connecticut Sponsors Eversource and Avangrid, Inc. subsidiaries, United Illuminating, Southern Connecti-

cut Gas and Connecticut Natural Gas, the eesmarts Student Contest invites Connecticut students in grades K-12 to showcase their energy smarts.

Participants were able to choose from a variety of project formats, based on their grade level, including poems, essays, news articles,

book reviews, posters, photographs, speeches, public service announcements, community-oriented projects, and more.

Hanna won 1st place in the kindergarten category for her energy-saving poster. She illustrated ways people can utilize renewable energy sources and save energy such as turning off lights and water.

Nathan took 1st place in the fifth-grade category for his children’s picture book titled “Anything is Possible” The book follows a brother and sister who learn about different renewable energy sources and energy-saving tips, and the two realize that saving energy is possible by making small adjustments in

their daily routines. Students from 18 schools in 15 Connecticut communities submitted their work for consideration. Twenty-five entries were selected as this year’s winners and each finalist received a prize box with a gift card and certificate.

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Harvest Fair Coming In November

The Women’s Fellowship of the North Haven Congregational Church, 28 Church St., North Haven, will host their annual New England Fair in person on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come browse through our “Handcrafted” items and our “Nearly New” room. Take the “Cookie Walk” and shop in “Grandma’s Kitchen and Bakery.” Check out the “Jewelry,” “Yarn Boutique,” “Kitchen Essentials,” RADA products, and “Christmas Room.” Take a step back in time and discover treasures as you walk through “Grandma’s Attic.”

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Pearce Real Estate welcomes Connor Pollick

Nanette Pastore, President of Pearce Real Estate, is very pleased to announce that Connor Pollick has joined the Wallingford office.

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Pollick holds a Bachelors in Social Work from Eastern Connecticut State University, reflecting his commitment to understanding and assisting clients with their diverse needs. This background equips him with exceptional empathy, communication, and problem-solving skills, ensuring that each client’s real estate journey is not only seamless but also tailored to their specific require-

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Members of the North Haven Senior Center gather every Tuesday and Friday at 1 p.m. for friendly competition of bocce between one another. Novice players are welcome, if you would like to join the fun stop by or call the Center 203-239-5432

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LEGAL NOTICE

TOWN OF NORTH HAVEN ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF DECISION

Please take notice that the following decisions were rendered by the North Haven Zoning Board of Appeals on Thursday, August 17, 2023 at the North Haven Library, 17 Elm Street, in the Community Room at 7:30 PM.

PUBLIC HEARING:

1. #23-11 Postponed to the 21 September 2023 meeting the Application of Vincenzo Barecchia, Applicant, Commercial Investment Group, LLC, Owner, relative to 117 & 109 Washington Avenue, (Map 73, Lots 9 & 5), per Section 8.10.3.1, requesting a variance of the 500 feet requirement between a location for a liquor permit and a school, requesting zero feet. CA-20/IL-30 Zoning Districts.

2. #23-12 Approved the Application of Nicole Sonsini, Applicant & Owner, relative to 25 George Street, (Map 73, Lot 100), per Section 8.13.2.2.3, requesting a detached garage area variance of 168 square feet to permit a 768 square feet detached garage where 600 square feet is permitted, and per Section 8.13.2.1.3, requesting a combined accessory structure area variance of 280 square feet to permit a combined accessory structure area of 880 square feet where 600 square feet is permitted. R-12 Zoning District.

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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.

TEC ELECTRICAL Service LLC All Phases of Electrical Work. 24 hr. Emergency Service. Small Jobs Welcome. 203.237.2122

GUTTERS

DON’T WORK If they’re dirty! For gutter cleaning, Call Kevin (203) 440-3279 Fully ins. CT# 569127

GOOD RATES BEST SERVICE

Fully ins. Free Estimate. Call Ed, We’ll take it to the dump for you!

IF YOU Mention

GUTTERS PLUS 25+yrs. Exp. Call today for Free estimate.

203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

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

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

Let Us BEAR Your Junk! Junk Removal in CT

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 & shrubs, & all your landscape needs. Residential & commercial. Lic. #616311. Call today for free estimate, 203-213-6528.

OVER 35 YRS EXP

Stonewalls, patios, sidewalks, chimneys, pool areas, fireplaces, fire pit steps. Free est. 860.274.4893.

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

#1 PAINTER’S EDGE MOBILE WASH Chemicals safe for house & plants. House wash, roof cleaning, decks. 25 yrs. exp. Sr Disc. #0656136 Ins. 860.538.5520

A-1 QUALITY POWERWASHING Low Rates Call Dennis 203.630.0008

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

#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

Gutter cleaning, brush removal, comm. snow plowing, HIC0622783. (203) 530-4447.

SPRING CLEANUPS

JUNK REMOVAL Tree Removal, Fence Work & more! No job too small or large. 860.719.3953

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

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

TREE REMOVAL

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