The Plainville Citizen May 13, 2021 by Record Journal

Volume 20, Number 19

www.plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Most town sidewalks are in ‘good’ shape The Town of Plainville recently completed a sidewalk condition assessment on 64 miles of walkways in town.

A plaque in memory of late Plainville State Representative Betty Boukus was unveiled in Forestville’s Central Square Green during a ceremony on April 21. Boukus also represented the Forestville section of Bristol for most of her time as a state legislator between 1995 and 2016. Photos by Devin Leith-Yessian

Memorial for Betty Boukus installed in Forestville park By Devin Leith-Yessian Record-Journal staff

For most of the two decades she was in office, the legislative district Boukus represented — which is mostly in Plainville — also included the Forestville district of Bristol.

The SCI considers tripping hazards, surface distortions,

See Sidewalks, A12

Good ‘Go’ deeds continue

BRISTOL — A plaque in memory of Betty Boukus was unveiled recently in Forestville’s Central Square Green, a park she helped make a reality during her time as a state representative. “It shows the great impact she had as a state legislator — the great positive impact,” said Plainville Town Manager Robert Lee.

Late last year the Town Council authorized a contract with StreetScan to utilize ScanCarts to conduct the assessments. These carts were outfitted with 2D and 3D cameras. Once this information was collected, StreetScan developed a “Sidewalk Condition Index (SCI)” which ranked the overall health of the sidewalk segments on a scale of 0 (worst) to 100 (best).

uplift, and cracks. There are seven levels in the sidewalk condition index ranging from Excellent to Failed. The good news is that the average SCI of all the sidewalks in Plainville is 81. That score means that most of the 64 miles of sidewalk are considered “good.” The bad news is that 2.61 miles of sidewalk are rated in “serious” or “very poor” condition. The program also provides cost estimates to fix the sidewalks. This is very helpful when putting together the annual Capital Improvement Plan or when applying for available grants.

Thanks to the hard work and dedication of a group of Middle School of Plainville students and Technology Education faculty member Camille Westfall, the district’s Go Kid Go program once again served as the backdrop for meeting the needs of Plainville students through hands-on learning and giving back. Lee was joined by Town Councilor Rosemary Morante, Bristol Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu, Forestville Village Association President Dave Pasqualicchio and

The Go Kid Go program began in 2019 as an outgrowth of the school district’s Go Baby Go program that historically brought together faculty and staff from Central Connecticut State University, Plainville High School and MSP each year to design and modify battery-powered toy cars for toddlers with special needs.

See Boukus, A21

See Go, A5

36 Whiting St, Plainville

833.4BHDOCS

240546

Primary & Specialty Care

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Now Offering HALL RENTALS

PHS Hall of Fame: Todd Goodall

The Citizen is featuring the Hall of Fame-worthy accomplishments of the Class of 2021.

Todd Goodall was an outstanding two-sport athlete at Plainville High School, starring in soccer and golf while Goodall serving as captain for both teams and compiling eight varsity letters. In soccer, Goodall was the team’s leading goal-scorer his junior and senior years, and was the Blue Devils’ leader in total points his senior season. Also, that year he led Plainville to the state tournament with a record of 7-5-3. However, golf was Goodall’s best sport, and ultimately led to him being offered a full scholarship to New England golf power the University of Hartford. Goodall fell in love with the game of golf long before his days at PHS. His parents were members of Chippanee Country Club in Bristol and their son started playing when he was 12 years old.

Goodall won the Junior Club Championship in 1980 with rounds of 79 and 73. When he turned 16 the following year, he played in the Men’s Club Championship, and won it, shooting a 220 (75, 74, 71).

Call or Text for more Information

SPARTANS VETERANS A.C. 191 High Rd, Kensington, CT 06037 www.spartansvets.org

During his golf career at Plainville High, Goodall was a two-time all-conference selection and his individual record was 16-1 with a stroke average of 76.2. Goodall played four years at the University of Hartford. His college golf coach, Mike Gargano, was quoted as saying, “We’re the best team in New England, one of the best in the east and one of the top 25 in Division I in the country.” At UHart, Goodall was part of the first team from New England to win the Yale Invitational. The Hawks set a course record for the threeday invitational and Goodall, playing in the No. 5 spot, shot a 71 to help his team capture the prestigious championship. His junior year at UHart, Goodall played in eight events, averaging 76.2 He played in seven events as a senior, averaging 79.

R240764

For 35 years, our family taking care of your family!

Water Heaters • Well Pump Service • Water Quality Service Drain & Sewer Cleaning/Repairs • Heating Systems Sink, Faucet, Toilet, Shower, Disposal Service

860-590-3035

RileyPlumbingCompany.com • Kensington, CT 06037

JOE’S LANDSCAPE DESIGN Complete Landscape Design

Retaining Walls • Tree Removal Masonry • Stump Grinding New Driveways • Parking Lots Patching & Sealing Snow Removal

860.541.1908

School Notes No-cost preschool

Scholarship

Plainville Community Schools is offering a pilot school year of preschool programming at no cost to families. Children who will be 4 years of age by Dec. 31, 2021 are eligible. This NAEYC accredited preschool program is designed to prepare students for the transition to kindergarten at age 5. Visitplainvilleschools.org.

TriCircle, Inc. is accepting applications for two $2,500 scholarships for state residents who plan to further their studies. Applications are available at tricircleinc.com/scholarship, or at the TCI office, 6 Way Road, Middlefield. Applications are due Saturday, May 29. Email christine@tricircleinc.com with questions.

Adult education

St. Paul School

Plainville Adult and Continuing Education offers free evening programming. Most programs are offered mornings as well, with cost-free child care provided. Call 860-7933209 or visit plainvilleschools.org.

Saint Paul School in Kensington is accepting applications for the 2021-2022 academic year. Visit ourschool.stpaulkensington.org, or contact the admissions at 860-828-4343 ext. 136; admissions@stpaulkensington.org.

Celebrating 85 YEARS!

860-829-7739

239606

The induction ceremony and dinner will be held Saturday, Nov. 20 at Hawk’s Landing in Southington. Tickets may be purchased at Modern Barbershop (Angelo’s), Gnazzo’s and The Central Connecticut Dental Group (Dr. Rusty Camp). For additional ticket information, visit plainvillesports.com or find the Hall of Fame on Facebook.

Todd Goodall

Job Fair

SATURDAY, MAY 15 • 9–11AM GRILL COOKS

LANDSCAPERS

SERVERS

BOOK KEEPER

ICE CREAM ATTENDANTS

GOLF ATTENDANTS

KITCHEN

FLOWER WATERER

2060 West Street (Exit 31 Off 84) Southington Open daily from 10am to 8pm

HiddenValleyMiniGolf.com

www.plainvillecitizen.com 500 S. Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450

Executive VP & Publisher — Liz White Notarangelo News Editor — Nick Carroll Assistant News Editor — Olivia Lawrence News reporter — Devin Leith-Yessian Senior VP and Editor — Ralph Tomaselli Vice President of Advertising — Jim Mizener

R241143

Entering the Plainville Sports Hall of Fame this year are: Todd Goodall (Class of 1993), Shawn Curtis (Class of 1996), Naoemi Villafane Raimondi (Class of 2001), Thomas “TJ “Ferguson (Class of 2001), Philip Rothkugel (Class of 2002), Jennifer Dabrowski Hover (Class of 2004), and two state championship basketball squads; the 1958-59 boys team and the 2000-01 girls team. Matthew Straub is the 2021 Distinguished Service award-winner.

BRIDAL & BABY SHOWERS FAMILY FUNCTIONS • BIRTHDAY PARTIES GRADUATION PARTIES & MORE!

ADVERTISING: Kaitlin Horn — Media Consultant (203) 317-2446 | advertising@theplainvillecitizen.com NEWS / SPORTS: (203) 317-2245 | news@theplainvillecitizen.com

The Plainville Citizen (USPS 022-097) is published weekly by Record-Journal, 500 S. Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450. Periodicals postage paid at Meriden, CT and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: send address changes to: Record-Journal 500 S. Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450

R241194

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

In Brief Memorial wall

and instructions can be found at forms.gle/ John A. Susco, Sr. has been 6htq5CuwpxYjBu3a8. Fill in added to the Plainville Veter- your information, scroll ans Memorial Wall as a down to the YMCA/PHS picmember of the Navy (S2c) ture and choose the number and the Marine Corps (Sgt.). of cards you want to play. The Veterans Memorial Wall is located on the main floor of the Municipal Center adjacent to the Town Clerk’s Office. If you are interested in adding a veteran’s name to the wall, applications are located at the Municipal Center, Senior Center, American Legion Post 33 and VFW Post 534.

Project Graduation The YMCA/PHS Project Graduation will host a virtual bingo fundraiser Saturday, May 15 at 7 p.m. Sign-up

Vaccine clinic Wheeler’s Family Health & Wellness Center, 91 Northwest Drive, will host a COVID-19 vaccination clinic Saturday, May 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., for adults, age 18-plus. No appointment needed. Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccines will be available. For those receiving the Moderna vaccine, a second dose followup will take place Saturday, June 19. Clinic information is available at wheelerhealth.org/crushcovid.

Job fair Wheeler Clinic will host a virtual job fair Wednesday, June 2, from 3 to 7 p.m. The organization is hiring masters-level clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMSW, LMFTA, LPCA), as well as bachelorlevel case managers for its in-home programs. Resumes must be emailed to jobs@ wheelerclinic.org by Wednesday, May 26. Qualified candidates will be contacted with an assigned in-

terview time prior to the event. Bilingual Spanishspeaking candidates are encouraged to apply. A bilingual stipend is available. Students with an expected graduation date of May or August 2021 also are encouraged to apply.

Volunteers sought The Town of Plainville has openings on the Inland Wetlands Commission, Planning

& Zoning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. To apply for a commission opening online, visit plainvillect.com. From the Town Government dropdown, select “Apply for Board or Commission.” You may also request an application from the Town Manager’s Office, 860-7930221 ext. 8703.

Garden’s Dream Farm YOU DREAM IT, WE GROW IT!

ENFIELD

CROMWELL

4 miles off I-91 / Exit 47E, 1 mile N. on Taylor Rd.

Just 4 miles South of I-91 / Exit 24

355 TAYLOR ROAD

610 MAIN STREET

Over 3000 Varieties

R241360

CT’s Largest Retail Nursery

We are proud to

Welcome Dr. B into our dental family!

Endless Summer Hydrangeas 3gal $39.99

Dr. Doris Baclija, DDS

Call today for your complete dental exam! Viagrande & Katz Dental Associates 240639_v2

300 New Britain Rd • Berlin, CT 06037 860-609-6167 • viagrandeandkatzdental.com Most Insurances Accepted

Find us on Facebook

Premium 4’’ $4.99 or 10/$45 10’’ Hanging Baskets $21.99 2/$40

1 Gal Perennials $8.99 5/$40 Annual Packs $2.49 8/$18

1000s of Shrubs & Trees Vegetables and Herbs!

$5 Off

a $30 Purchase*

*$30 or Higher. Limit one per customer per day CIT_5-13-21 NOT combinable with other offers. NOT valid on Gift Cards or Prior Purchases. Valid Thru 6-30-21 with this ad. Garden’s Dream Farm 2021

WE HAVE LARGE OPEN SHOPPING AREAS! come visit and see our amazing selection. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 9am-4pm | 860.835.6652 | Look us up on Facebook

R234594

Dr. Baclija grew up in New York and graduated from the University at Buffalo with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and a Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree. She then earned a General Practice Residency certificate from the postgraduate training program at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford. Dr. B loves getting to know her patients and providing gentle, compassionate, and thorough dental care. In her free time she enjoys traveling, reading, and cooking.

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Plainville Library

Consumer Reports. Get free, unbiased ratings and reviews for 9,000-plus products and services.

SimplyE. Free access to almost 95,000 titles made available through the Digital Public Library Exchange, the New York Public Library Instant Classics collection, OverDrive, and titles purchased by the Connecticut State Library all in one app. eGO is the Connecticut State Library’s statewide li-

brary eBook platform with access for users available through the SimplyE app.

Update Curbside pickup service will continue for the foreseeable future. Meeting rooms will remain closed until all COVID-19 safety restrictions

have been lifted for our region. Current service hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Library patrons are asked to keep in mind that visiting the library is at every individual’s own discretion and risk. If a person chooses to enter the library, they agree to follow protocol and accept the safety measures. Should anyone have concerns or complaints, it is most effective to directly contact Library Director Trish Tomlinson via email at ttomlinson@libraryconnection.info; or by calling 860-793-1446.

Letters Policy Email Letters to the Editor to news@theplainvillecitizen.com, or mail to 500 South Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450. Letters have a 300-word limit. We reserve the right to edit letters. Letters must be signed and names will appear in print. Include a phone number so The Citizen can contact you for verification.The Citizen will print only one letter per person each month. Letters must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday to be considered for publication the following Thursday.

Klingberg Foster Care Program Needs You Four hundred children in our state are waiting for a home. Could you provide a safe and supportive home for one of these kids? Families, couples, and single adults, please contact Nicolin at 860-832-5536 or visit our website at https://klingbergfosterandadoption.org/.

GO MOBILE

Open for appointments! Eye Exams, Contacts & Glasses

/Classifieds Following CDC Guidelines

Buy 1 Pair of Non Prescription Sunglasses get 20% OFF Buy 1 Pair of Prescription Sunglasses get up to 30% OFF Excludes Maui Jim & Oakley

L E B R AT I

• yrs.

90 –2 20 • 0

32 Chamberlain Hwy, Kensington, CT • 860.829.9090

236983

R236809v2

Call to Schedule an Appointment with her today!

•

Dr. Katrina Hrubiec

130 •

HelpNow. Learners of all ages have free access to live tutoring sessions, homework help, practice tests, writing labs, and more. Visit plainvillect.com/library and click E-Books & More to get started.

Ancestry. Search your family's history with comprehensive access to historical records. Access to Ancestry Library Edition at home is available through June 30.

241277

Online tools

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

groups, including the Plainville Community Fund, CCSU’s Central C.A.R.E.S Club and Jacob’s Journey.

From A1

In 2019, a group of Plainville Community Schools staff members and representatives from CCSU came together to build on the success of the Go Baby Go initiative, and the Go Kid Go program was born with the goal of helping special needs students district-wide with mobility and independence. Funding for Go Kid your Go was provided Find by school fundraisers, and several

“We are fortunate to have this wonderful program that has evolved with the changing needs of our community, and persevered despite the challenges of COVID,” Superintendent of Schools Steven LePage said. “This latest project was a wonderful synergy of student volunteerism and talented guidance from style withMiss Westfall, for See Go, A6

Find your style with

Find your with style with Find your style Find your style with Complete Home Design & Build

Steps and benches created by the Go Kid Go team.

Complete Home Design & Build

Home Design & Build& Build CompleteComplete HomeComplete Design & Home Build Design

GROW YOUR BUSINESS

203-317-2312

860-748-0541•phoenicianhi.com

Featuring Featuring

Experience Our Professional Difference!

Roofing • Siding • Windows Gutters • Doors • Basement Finishing Kitchen & Bath Remodel • Decks

SCHEDULE NOW YOUR SCHEDULE YOUROPEN SHOWROOM FREE CONSULTATION FREEON CONSULTATION TODAY! SATURDAYSTODAY! 9-1 Fully Licensed & Insured / HIC#0626067

Fully Licensed & Insured / HIC#0626067

Featuring 2 Whiting St Plainville FeaturingFeaturing

Call for a FREE No Pressure Estimate! Fully Licensed & Insured #582443

226736

R239614_v2

Advertise with us.

2 Whiting St Plainville 860-719-6260 | AwardKB.com

SHOWROOM HOURS Monday-Friday 9-5 HOURS SHOWROOM or byMonday-Friday Appointment 9-5

860-719-6260 | AwardKB.com

or by Appointment SCHEDULE SCHEDULE YOURYOUR SCHEDULE YOUR CONSULTATION TODAY! FREE FREE CONSULTATION FREE CONSULTATION TODAY!TODAY!

Finding a great Dentist is as easy as...

$123

Fully Licensed Insured / HIC#0626067 Licensed & Insured & / HIC#0626067 Fully Licensed Fully & Insured / HIC#0626067

HOURS HOURS SHOWROOM HOURS SHOWROOM 2 Whiting St PlainvilleSHOWROOM You’re going to LOVE our office!St 2 Whiting St Plainville 2 Whiting Plainville Monday-Friday 9-5 9-5 Monday-FridayMonday-Friday 9-5

*Natural looking Fillings, Crowns,860-719-6260 Bridges & Dentures 860-719-6260 | AwardKB.com 860-719-6260 | AwardKB.com | AwardKB.com or by Appointment or by Appointment or by Appointment *Invisalign, ClearCorrect, 6 Month Smiles & Braces *Dental Implants placed & restored *One visit Root Canal treatment Dental Cleaning, Exam & X-rays *Professional Teeth Whitening plus FREE At-Home Whitening Kit *Emergency Dental Care *Eme *Sleep Apnea treatment *Limited time offer. Restrictions apply. Call for details. Expires 12/31/19 Expires 12/31/21 *Complete care for young & old

*NEW PATIENT SPECIAL Convenient hours & locations

Advanced Dental-Berlin 39 Webster Square Rd

Advanced Dental-Cromwell 26 Shunpike Rd, Ste A

AdvancedDental.com 237030_v2

CALL TODAY

860.829.9048

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Go From A5

the benefit of our youngest district learners. I look forward to seeing what Go Baby Go and Go Kid Go will do next, and know it will be outstanding and beneficial to all concerned.”

To be most effective, these items needed to be customized and are extremely expensive to purchase. As such, the classrooms in need had a minimal number of generic items available to use, which had to be shared among schools.

The Go Kid Go team, led this year by middle school faculty member Camille Through a School Business Westfall and District PhysiCommunity (SBC) partnercal Therapist Sheryl Hart, ship program needs assessment in 2020, the school dis- jumped into action and collaborated to design the trict’s Special Services Department identified the need items in need, which were for several custom steps and then constructed by Westfall and her Technology Educabenches to support preschoolers and young stu- tion students. dents with mobility issues.

In December 2018, Plainville middle and high school students and Central Connecticut State University technology education students retrofitted four cars for children with limited mobility. Pictured: Sanae Green, 3, of New York City, test drives one of cars.

ASPHALT PAVING $2.95/sq ft

LCOMB HO 239221

Plainville, CT holcombtree@yahoo.com

Fully Licensed and Insured LIC# 0611412

Tree Incorporated

860.637.6570

Pruning, Cabling, Tree Removal Office: 860-747-2805 Cell: 860-416-0668

Recently, Westfall and her students delivered the colorful steps and benches to the Special Services Department, and they have been deployed at Plainville’s three elementary schools. Director of Special Services, Vicki Trczinski, said, “Because of the efforts of the MSP students and our staff, our youngest learners with mobility needs can be more independent and experience school just like their friends. It is this culture of inclusion where every child has what they need to grow and learn that makes Plainville Community Schools so special.” — Press Release

Timothy Holcomb

R235236

Licensed Arborist S-4442 • Est. 1940 • Fully Insured Visit us online at www.holcombtreeinc.com

“My students and I were delighted to help out with this wonderful project. I was so impressed with the willingness of my students to stay after school, work hard, and do whatever it took to complete the stairs and steps in a timely fashion,” said Westfall.

PROVIDE A SERVICE? Get Found. List it here.

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDED Screened Topsoil Premium Mulch Decorative Stone Construction Materials

We invite you to help your neighbors!

R239824

Drivers: • Will be reimbursed for mileage • Will be given supplemental automobile insurance • Will be given supplemental liability insurance • Must be willing to donate your time at least twice a month and our staff will provide you with a schedule ahead of time

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES, INC

Call: 860-224-7117 Online: www.seniorrides.org Email: Seniortransportationservices@yahoo.com

89440

223-0633

R225906v2

(860)

239569

We Install & Deliver berlinstoneandmulch.com 510 Christain Ln, Berlin, CT

Senior Transportation Services, Inc. is looking for safe, reliable volunteers willing to use their own car to help some of Berlin, New Britain, Meriden, Wallingford, Southington & Plainville’s elderly residents get to medical appointments in the area.

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

COVID-19 VACCINE

ASK THE EXPERT

Is the vaccine safe to get for people who have autoimmune diseases & fibromyalgia? If it’s safe, will our pain get worse & our flares be worse than normal? Before I answer the question, it is important to note that we have very little direct evidence specifically looking at COVID-19 vaccine safety and efficacy in people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases or autoimmune diseases including fibromyalgia. So, the American College of Rheumatology convened a task force of experts to look at the scientific evidence that is available on COVID-19 vaccines as well as what is known on other vaccines in patients with rheumatologic and autoimmune diseases. These experts developed a guidance for COVID vaccine use in patients with these disorders and for COVID vaccine timing in people who are on immunomodulatory therapies. Of course, if you have any specific questions about your own circumstances, please have a discussion with your healthcare provider. So the following information comes from this expert guidance. First, to answer a question perhaps that was not asked here but is key to consider whenever someone is thinking about the risks and benefits of any treatment is how important is it that you get the treatment in question, in this case the COVID vaccine. The COVID vaccination is definitely recommended for patients with rheumatologic and autoimmune disorders, particularly since these patients are considered to have a higher risk for hospitalization and worse outcomes from COVID itself compared to the general population. The experts acknowledge that there is variability among the different disorders and that there are differences in severity of rheumatologic and autoimmune disease progression that confer different levels of risk to individuals when it comes to COVID, but in general, the experts agreed that as a group, individuals with rheumatologic and autoimmune disorders are at increased risk of more severe COVID disease. So, what do we know about the effectiveness of the vaccine response in patients with rheuma-

tologic and autoimmune disorders? The experts agree that there may be a blunted response to the vaccine in patients who are on systemic immunomodulatory therapies and that the vaccine response may not last as long compared to the general population. The reason for this is because such therapies diminish the immune response, as they are supposed to do to help control the autoimmune disease, but as a consequence, could also diminish the immune response to the vaccine itself. To what extent, if at all, we do not know. Nevertheless, any protection, whether full or partial, from the vaccine is better than no protection at all.

Regarding safety of the vaccine, it is not expected to be any less safe than it is for the general population, keeping in mind that these vaccines are meant to elicit a reaction from our bodies—they are highly reactogenic vaccines—and so many people experience injection site pain, headache, muscle aches and pains, fever and chills. And these are good side effects—just signs that the vaccine is working, allowing the body to mount that immune response we want to protect us from COVID in the future. People who are younger and people after the second shot tend to experience more of these side effects. We are also seeing people who have had COVID infection in the past having a stronger side effect reaction after the first shot. But, remember that these side effects are expected, they occur within the first 1-2 days after the vaccine is given, and tend to last 1-2 days on average, so don’t be scared if you experience them. Now, what about a possible flare occurring after receiving the vaccine? There is a theoretical risk that a flare or worsening of the disease could happen after getting vaccinated. We do not have good scientific evidence supporting this risk, other than it being a theoretical one. But, the benefit of getting vaccinated and being protected from getting COVID-19 outweighs the potential theoretical risk of a flare. Last, in general, for the majority of the medications and immunomodulatory therapies you may be on for your rheumatologic and autoimmune disorders, no changes need to be made. Timing of the vaccination in relation to the therapies, however, may need to be coordinated, so please check with your healthcare provider on when you should receive your vaccine in relation to your treatments.

¿La vacuna es segura para personas con enfermedades autoinmunes y fibromialgia? ¿Si es segura, nuestros dolores y los brotes serán peores de lo normal?

Antes de responder la pregunta, es importante notar que tenemos muy poca evidencia directa que examina la seguridad y eficacia de la vacuna contra el COVID-19 en personas con enfermedades reumáticas y musculoesqueléticas o enfermedades autoinmunes como la fibromialgia. Así que el Colegio Americano de Reumatología reunió un cuerpo especial de expertos para observar la evidencia científica que está disponible acerca de las vacunas contra el COVID-19, así como lo que se conoce de otras vacunas en pacientes con enfermedades reumatológicas y autoinmunes. Estos expertos desarrollaron una guía para el uso de la vacuna de COVID-19 en pacientes con estos trastornos y para el tiempo de vacunación contra el COVID para las personas que reciben terapias inmunomoduladoras. Por supuesto, si tiene alguna pregunta específica acerca de sus circunstancias, por favor hable con su proveedor/a de cuidado médico. Así que la siguiente información viene de esta orientación experta. Primero, para responder una pregunta que quizás no se ha contestado aquí pero es clave para cuando alguien está considerando los riesgos y beneficios de cualquier tratamiento es, ¿cuán importante es recibir el tratamiento en cuestión, en este caso la vacuna contra el COVID?

La vacuna contra el COVID definitivamente se recomienda para pacientes con trastornos reumatológicos y autoinmunes, particularmente porque se considera que estos pacientes tienen mayor riesgo de hospitalizaciones y resultados peores por el COVID en comparación con la población general. Los expertos reconocen que hay variabilidad entre los diferentes trastornos y que hay diferencias en la gravedad de la progresión de las enfermedades reumatológicas y autoinmunes que presentan diferentes niveles de a individuos cuando se trata Dr. Marwan riesgos del COVID, pero por lo general, los expertos están de acuerdo que como Haddad grupo, los individuos con trastornos Community reumatológicos y autoinmunes tienen Health Center

SPONSORED BY

un mayor riesgo de enfermedad más severa por el COVID. Así que, ¿qué sabemos acerca de la eficacia de la respuesta de la vacuna en pacientes con trastornos reumatológicos y autoinmunes? Los expertos están de acuerdo que puede haber una respuesta mitigada a la vacuna en pacientes recibiendo terapias inmunomoduladoras sistémicas y que la respuesta de la vacuna puede durar menos tiempo en comparación a la población general. La razón por esto es porque estas terapias reducen la respuesta inmunológica, como se supone que hagan para ayudar a controlar la enfermedad autoinmune, pero como consecuencia, pueden disminuir la respuesta inmune a la misma vacuna. Hasta qué punto, si es que lo hace, no sabemos. Sin embargo, cualquier protección, tanto completa o parcial, de la vacuna es mejor que ninguna proteccion. Acerca de la seguridad de la vacuna; no se espera que sea menos segura de lo que es para la población general. Mantén en mente que estas vacunas se supone que provoquen una respuesta de su cuerpo - son vacunas altamente reactogénicas - y tantas personas sienten dolor en el lugar donde recibieron la inyección, dolor de cabeza, dolores musculares, fiebres y escalofríos. Y estos son buenos efectos secundarios - solo señala que la vacuna está trabajando, permitiendo que el cuerpo cree esa respuesta inmune que queremos que nos proteja del COVID en el futuro. Las personas más jóvenes y las personas después de la segunda vacuna tienden a sentir más estos efectos secundarios. También estamos viendo que las personas que han tenido COVID en el pasado están teniendo estas reacciones de efectos secundarios más fuertes después de la primera vacuna. Pero, recuerden que estos efectos secundarios son de esperar, ocurren dentro de 1 - 2 días después de recibir la vacuna, y suele durar un promedio de 1 - 2 días, así que no tenga miedo si los siente. Ahora, ¿que del posible brote que puede ocurrir después de la vacuna? Hay un riesgo teórico que un brote o empeoramiento de la enfermedad pueda ocurrir después de ser vacunado/a. No tenemos buena evidencia científica apoyando este riesgo, aparte de ser uno teórico. Pero el beneficio de ser vacunado y protegido de contagiarse con el COVID-19 sobrepasa el riesgo teórico de un brote. Finalmente, por lo general, ningún cambio se tiene que hacer para la mayoría de los medicamentos y terapias inmunomoduladoras que puede estar recibiendo. Sin embargo, el momento de la vacunación en relación con las terapias probablemente tendrá que ser coordinado, así que debe verificar con su proveedor de cuidado de salud para determinar cuándo debe recibir su vacuna en relación con sus tratamientos.

Getting vaccinated protects you, your family, and your community. Dr. Rodrigo Acosta, President and CEO Stamford Health and Medical Group ct.gov/covidvaccine

240189

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Utility extends pandemic payment program With Connecticut’s state of emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic extended to May 20, Eversource is alerting customers that enrollment in the COVID-19 Payment Program is automatically extended as well. The energy company is encouraging customers to enroll in one of its payment plans or assistance programs if they need help with their energy bill. Both residential and non-residential customers are eligible for payment arrangements at this time.

STUFF TO SELL?

“Since the state of emergency has been extended another month, there is additional time for customers to take advantage of the special COVID-19 payment plan that can help, especially if customers are having a tough time paying their energy bill” said Eversource Vice President of Customer Operations Jess Cain. “We want to help customers during these challenging times and participating in a payment plan not only ar-

ranges affordable monthly payments for them, it also protects them from service disconnection once they resume.” If a customer that has a past due balance of $240 enrolls in the COVID-19 Payment Program plan, they would pay their current bill, plus $10 each month for 24 months until their balance is eliminated. Eversource continues to encourage customers to

FLANDERS WEST APARTMENTS

Call Us.

203-238-1953

1–3 Darling Street, Southington, CT

237387

Customers can learn more at Eversource.com/BillHelp. Information on energy efficiency programs is available at energizect.com.

Beware of scammers Eversource urges customers who believes they are a target of improper solicitation to immediately contact local law enforcement. Customers are also encouraged to contact the energy company at l-800-286-2000 if they receive a call, text, email or if someone shows up at your door to verify it’s Eversource.

— Press Release

CALL 860.637.6344 C ONNECTICUT OR 860.620.0063 STEAM CLEANING PRESSURE WASHING $275

ON SITE CLEANING

• House Washing • Fleet Service • Heavy Equipment • Decks & Hardscapes

MOST HOMES not to be combined with other offers.

239203_v2

Studio & One Bedroom Apt. Homes Includes Heat/Hot Water, Appliances Computer & Fitness Center Free Meal Program & Activities Free Shuttle Bus Service Affordable Apartments for Qualified Applicants 50 years of age or older. For more info call 860.621.3954 TTY 711 FlandersWestBC.com

reach out now, and not wait until the deadline, so a company representative can help them determine which of the flexible payment plans or special programs would be the most helpful to them.

HIC#0654032 Licensed and Insured

It’s time to consider assisted living. The Orchards at Southington offers beautiful homes and a vibrant and caring community. You’ll have the benefits of living in your own apartment—minus the concerns of maintaining a home or being isolated or alone too much. Meet new friends, and enjoy a lifestyle that includes as many activities as you wish, including exercise classes, walks along our scenic tails, transportation for appointments and errands as well as special excursions and events. ■ ■ ■ ■

■

Beautiful studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes. Monthly rentals, no buy-in fees. Meals included. Independent living, and the security of knowing assistance with daily living, medication management and more is available if you choose. Highest safety standards in place, including rigorous COVID-19 precautions, one of many benefits of being part of the Hartford HealthCare integrated care network.

34 Hobart St., Southington, CT SouthingtonOrchards.org To schedule a tour or to arrange a trial stay, call 860.628.5656.

16243_seniors_occupancy ads_8.729x5.25_kie.indd 2

4/14/21 1:22 PM

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Offer ends June 30

3BIG MYTHS WINDOW REPLACEMENT

When it comes to window replacement, there are too many myths floating around and not nearly enough facts.

40 off BUY ONE, GET ONE

Myth #1: “Vinyl windows are the best solution.”

Myth #2: “Window replacement is difficult.”

Myth #3: “All warranties are the same.”

Fibrex® composite material is two times stronger than vinyl and makes for stunningly beautiful windows with a durable finish that, unlike vinyl, won’t peel, crack or fade².

It depends on who you call. Renewal by Andersen is the full service window replacement division of 116-year-old Andersen Corporation, the most trusted family of window brands in America³.

As both the manufacturer and installer of your windows, Renewal by Andersen gives you both product and labor coverage². As a homeowner, you get absolute peace of mind.

WINDOWS & PATIO DOORS

MINIMUM PURCHASE OF 4

Plus NO Money Down NO Interest NO Monthly Payments for 1 year 1

MINIMUM PURCHASE OF 4 – INTEREST ACCRUES FROM THE PURCHASE DATE BUT IS WAIVED IF PAID IN FULL WITHIN 12 MONTHS

Installation always included

CALL BY JUNE 30 to schedule your FREE in-home consultation

855-401-5532

DETAILS OF OFFER: Offer expires 6/30/2021. Not valid with other offers or prior purchases. Buy one (1) window or entry/patio door, get one (1) window or entry/patio door 40% off when you purchase four (4) or more windows or patio doors between 3/1/2021 and 6/30/2021. 40% off windows and entry/patio doors are less than or equal to lowest cost window or entry/patio door in the order. Subject to credit approval. Interest is billed during the promotional period, but all interest is waived if the purchase amount is paid before the expiration of the promotional period. Financing for GreenSky® consumer loan programs is provided by federally insured, federal and state chartered financial institutions without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, or familial status. Savings comparison based on purchase of a single unit at list price. Available at participating locations and offer applies throughout the service area. See your local Renewal by Andersen location for details. License number available upon request. Some Renewal by Andersen locations are independently owned and operated. 2See Renewal by Andersen® Products and Installation Transferable Limited Warranty for details. 32018 U.S. Homeowner Brand Study of the Renewal by Andersen brand versus competitive brands. “Renewal by Andersen” and all other marks where denoted are trademarks of Andersen Corporation. © 2021 Andersen Corporation. All rights reserved. rba12589

R237721v2

A10

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Rental, utility help available to residents

SPECIAL VISITOR

A11

Middle School of Plainville English Language Arts Instructional Leader Erin Georgini arranged a virtual author visit for a group of eighth graders. Alan Gratz joined the student group to “book talk” several of his high-interest historical fiction novels and share his story. MSP eighth graders are studying a historical fiction unit, and Gratz is a popular author among the student readers.

Help is on its way for tenants and landlords that have been financially affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Through the Department of Housing, the state of Connecticut has developed the UniteCT program which will provide rental and utility payment assistance to those who qualify. In order to help stabilize the housing markets, UniteCT is using $235 million to assist with rental and utility payments for households that have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic for up to six months. To qualify, you must be a Connecticut resident, qualify for unemployment, have experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19. For more information or to apply go to portal.ct.gov/DOH/DOH/ Programs/UniteCT.

’s

The program will provide financial assistance to households earning up to 80% of the area median income. Assistance will depend on the continued availability of funds in the program but is expected to go through Sept. 30.

Custom Window Treatments SPRING SALE!

— Record-Journal report

Refresh-Your-Home Rebate* SALE ENDS JULY 15

100 onREBATE five (5)

ASPHALT ASPHALT MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE

SENIO SENIORR& VE TERA OUNN DDIIS SCCO UNT T

Graber Solar & Roller Shades or $50 rebate on three (3)

www.ampavingct.com

PLUS $25 REBATE

PAVING PAVING CONTRACTORS CONTRACTORS

each additional solar or roller shade

• PARKING LOTS • DRAINAGE • DRIVEWAYS •DRIVEWAYS PARKING LOTS • DRAINAGE • TREE CUTTING & REMOVAL ALL TYPES OF CONCRETE WORK • BLUE STONE, PATIOS & WALKWAYS

860-632-PAVE (860) 632-9062 (7283) CT Lic. #579594

R239342

• ALL TYPES OF CONCRETE WORK • BLUE STONE, PATIOS & WALKWAYS

FULLY INSURED Licensed Contractor FULLY INSURED Licensed Contractor Commercial & Residential Commercial & Residential FREE ESTIMATES • 7 Days• 7a Week FREE ESTIMATES days a week

“Our customer$ come before the dollar sign” FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATE CALL TODAY

Let our Design Staff at De Paolo’s help you select the best shadings for your room!

Call us at 860.628.4717

LIC P-1-0204630 INSURED

’s 83-95 Center Street, Southington, CT 860-628-4717 | depaolofurniture.com Hours: Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri & Sat 9:30am–5pm, Sun 1-4:30pm Closed Wed • Call For Appointment at Home/In Store

R240675

Bathrooms since 1963

summaconstructionservices.com

on each motorized Graber window treatment

Allied ASID Interior Design Service.

860-628-0073 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, LLC

50 REBATE

Professional Measurement & Installation Available. 239798

Family owned for 57 years NO CHARGE IN-HOME ESTIMATES

OPTION #2

for a design appointment at your home.

~ QUAILTY BATHROOMS SINCE 1963 ~

Replace your old Call for shower or tub Low Prices

OPTION #1

A12

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Be alert behind the wheel During the month of April local police departments teamed with the Connecticut Department of Transportation during National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Distracted Driving Awareness month. The goal of the campaign and enforcement effort was to educate motorists and reduce the number of crashes and injuries that involve distracted drivers.

If you need a tub or shower replaced,

CALL THE

TUB MAN d

e sur

d, Lic # 2 8 2 9 31

We offer tub and shower conversions

3,000

Includes demo, haul away, sub-floor, plumbing, Kohler fixtures, installations of Kohler tub or shower enclosure, fiberglass units+

Lic

• Fast, dependable, friendly service • Full plumbing & carpentry service • Free estimates over the phone!

NO JO B T OO SMALL

Sidewalks

Matt’s Pro Plumbing

From A1

237019

www.mattsproplumbing.com 860-922-9976 The Bathroom Remodeling Specialist

Violating Connecticut’s distracted driving laws can be costly. Drivers who are ticketed for this violation can be fined $150 for a first offense, $300 for a second and $500 for third and subsequent offenses.

At a recent Town Council meeting, town staff gave a demonstration of the new program. Chairwoman Katherine Pugliese re-

Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.

Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Find great local eats - MenusCT.com Adelphia Café 476 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-535-0149 Family owned/operated. Former proprietors of the Neptune Diner in Wallingford. Extensive menu for all tastes. Breakfasts, luncheons and special dinners. All baking on premises.

Colony Diner

611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for oldfashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.

Athena II Diner

According to the NHTSA, there were 26,004 people killed in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers between 2012 and 2019. In Connecticut in 2019, more than 6,600 crashes were attributed to distracted driving. An analysis of 2009-2012 data by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that while more than 80 percent of drivers believed it was completely unacceptable for a motorist to text behind the wheel, more than a third of those same drivers admitted to reading text messages while operating a passenger motor vehicle.

marked that “this is a very useful tool that will make it easier to prioritize which sidewalks need to be addressed first. It also gives the Town Council the ability to view the condition of sidewalks remotely with our computers.” The council expressed support for a systematic replacement of sidewalks with low SCI scores. “This may take several years, but it’s a start and a commitment that it is time to devote some resources to these valuable assets that allow for our residents to safely walk throughout Plainville,” Pugliese said.

320 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663 www.athena2diner.com Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Accept Q Cards. Serving North Haven for 30 years. Daily specials and full liquor available.

This summer the town will be replacing sidewalks on Laurel Court and a portion of Tomlinson Avenue near the high school. Next year the focus will begin in the northwest section of town where many streets have a low sidewalk condition index number.

Duchess of Wallingford

For more information on the StreetScan Program, including a map of the existing sidewalks with their sidewalk condition index, visit the town website. Questions can be directed to the Town Manager’s Office, 860-7930221 ext. 8701.

124 Church St. Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-9431 www.facebook.com/pages/ Duchess -of-Wallingford/119682821380599 Celebrating Over 25 Years in Wallingford! Our Success comes from dedication to quality,freshness & variety! Breakfast cooked to order. Open 7 days for breakfast lunch & dinner.

— Press Release

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

A13

COVID cases dip locally Plainville remains in the coronavirus red zone. Connecticut’s color coded status for cities and towns represents two weeks of cases. The trigger for top-ofthe-chart red status starts at a rate of 15 cases per 100,000 people per day. The state’s most recent report, issued May 6, showed 44 positive cases in Plainville; an average of 17.8 daily cases per 100,000 people. Plainville logged 54 positive cases in the previous report.

through the end of May, customers simply show that they have received one or both doses of a COVID vaccine, at which point they can select from a list of pre-set drinks established by each participating restaurant. The promotion limits drinks to one per person. The purchase of food is required. The restaurant list can be viewed at ctvisit.com.

Get vaccinated To schedule a vaccination:

VAMS online system: The As of May 6, the total of lab- Vaccine Administration oratory-confirmed and Management System can be probable COVID-19 cases used to schedule appointreported among Connecticut ments; Vaccine Appointresidents was 342,718. Three ment Assist Line: Call 877hundred nine patients were 918-2224; Hartford Healthhospitalized with laboratory- Care: Hartford HealthCare confirmed COVID-19. has multiple locations. Go to hartfordhealthcare.org; Yale New Haven Health: Yale Drink promotion New Haven Hospital has The Connecticut Restaurant multiple locations. Go to ynhhs.org; Walgreens: WalAssociation is partnering with the State of Connecticut greens is offering the vaccine at many locations. Go to to launch the #CTwalgreens.com; CVS: CVS is DrinksOnUs campaign, offering the vaccine at many where participating restaulocations. Go to cvs.com; rants will offer complimenWalmart: Walmart is offering tary drinks beginning May the vaccine at many loca19. To take part in the protions. Go to walmart.com. motion, which will run

SUDOKU

Walk with the Doctor free info session Mon., May 24 | 11am–12:30pm ■ ■ ■ ■

Benefits of exercise How lifestyle changes lead to success If weight loss procedures are right for you Plus, Q&A with the expert

All COVID-19 safety protocols will be adhered to

PRESENTER:

Aziz Benbrahim, MD, FACS, FASMBS

Board-certified general surgeon

WHERE: Southington YMCA 29 High Street Southington

R236810v2

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373) HartfordHealthCare.org/events

16372 HHC Com ed_Walk with a Doc Weight-Benbrahim_5.188x10.5_4C.indd 1

4/30/21 1:44 PM

A14

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Health Medicare 101 Hartford HealthCare and Integrated Care Partners is offering a free virtual class, “Medicare 101 – Understanding Your Options.” Upcoming dates include: May 13, 17, 19, 20, 24, 26 and 27. For convenience, the times vary. Registration is required; call 1-855-442-4373 or visit HHCHealth.org/VirtualClasses.

Retirement-ready? When considering retirement, it is important to have a plan. A virtual class, “Medicare 103 – Roadmap to Retirement,” can provide the directions for this milestone on life’s journey. The free programs will be held Tuesdays, May 18 and 25.

For convenience, the times vary. Registration is required; call 1-855-442-4373 or visit HHCHealth.org/VirtualClasses.

Advance directives The free program “Advance Directives – Who Would Speak for You?” will take place Thursday, May 13, noon to 1 p.m. Palliative programs, advance directives guidelines and family planning will be discussed. Registration is required; call 1855-442-4373 or visit HHCHealth.org/VirtualClasses.

The Brain 101 Insights into the function of the brain, keeping the brain healthy, age-related

changes and symptoms of dementia will be discussed at a free virtual class on Friday, May 14, 10 to 11 a.m. Registration is required; call 1-855-442-4373 or visit HHCHealth.org/VirtualClasses.

Exercise and aging Exercise can help fend off disease and age-related decline. A free virtual program, “Exercise and Healthy Aging,” will be held Friday, May 14, 1 to 2 p.m. Registration is required; call 1-855-4424373 or visit HHCHealth.org/VirtualClasses.

Open house Arbor Rose at Jerome Home, located at 975 Corbin Ave.,

New Britain, will host an open house Sunday, May 16, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visitors will be able to learn about the benefits of a senior living community, engaging activities and supportive services. Arbor Rose also has memory care available. Registration is recommended. To reserve a time, call Ali Weber, retirement counselor at Arbor Rose, at 860-229-3707.

Men’s health Men are sometimes more hesitant than women to visit a physician or have recommended health screenings. Being proactive and understanding what routine healthcare and lifestyle habits are important can help individuals maintain good health and prevent future problems. A free virtual program, “Men’s Health – Tips for Good Health Later in Life,” will take place Tuesday, May 18, 1 to 2 p.m. Registration is required; call 1855-442-4373 or visit HHCHealth.org/VirtualClasses.

Home safety A free virtual class, “Home Safety and Fall Reduction for the Older Adult,” will take place Thursday, May 20, 1 to 2 p.m. Registration is required; call 1-855-442-4373 or visit HHCHealth.org/VirtualClasses.

Self-care Making self-care a priority can be difficult for many people. However, self-care is important for physical, emotional and spiritual health. The free virtual program, “The Best Gift is You: Putting Yourself First,” will be held Wednesday, May 26, 2 to 3 p.m. Topics will include the causes and symptoms of stress and different creative self-care strategies. Registration is required; call 1-855-442-4373 or visit HHCHealth.org/VirtualClasses.

Caregiver support First Tuesday of the month, 10 to 11 a.m., facilitated by Michelle Wyman, certified dementia specialist; Second Wednesday of the month, 10 to 11 a.m., facilitated by Adrianne DeVivo, certified dementia specialist; Second Wednesday of the month, 6:30 to 8 p.m., facilitated by Patty O’Brian, CDP, certified dementia specialist; Third Monday of the month, 1 to 2:30 p.m., facilitated by Patty O’Brian, CDP, certified dementia specialist; Third Wednesday of the month, 8 to 9 p.m., facilitated by Adrianne DeVivo, certified dementia specialist; Last Monday of the month (not in May), 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., facilitated by Michelle Wyman, dementia specialist. One-time registration is required; call 1-855-442-4373. A call-in Dementia Caregivers Support Group is scheduled Fridays from 2 to 3 p.m., facilitated by a dementia specialist. Registration is not required. Call 860-972-6338 and when prompted, enter the access code 19623#.

Facebook group A Facebook group specifically for caregivers of older adults, including those with dementia, is available, facilitated by Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging. Concerns might include behavior changes, transition of care to assisted living, home healthcare, community services or end-of-life planning. Facebook Live sessions on important topics are also presented regularly. Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging professionals provide helpful answers and resources to support users in their caregiving roles. For more information, call 877424-4641 or search “Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging Support Group” on Facebook and request to join.

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

A15

Seeing is believing. Get 2 security cameras installed FREE*. ADT’s 24/7 monitoring plus top of the line security cameras help ensure your loved ones are safe – whether you’re out and about or in the next room.

2 cameras installed

FREE

*Requires a 36-month monitoring contract. Minimum purchase of $599 and upgrade required. Early term. and installation fees apply. For full terms and pricing see reverse.

$200 value

FREE

$200 value

FREE

ADT HD Outdoor Camera installed free

ADT Video Doorbell Camera installed free *Requires a 36-month monitoring contract. Minimum purchase of $599 and upgrade required. Early term. and installation fees apply. For full terms and pricing see below.

Mobile App Access your feed and stored video clips from anywhere via the ADT mobile app. Two-way audio Chat with visitors at your door in real-time.

*Requires a 36-month monitoring contract. Minimum purchase of $599 and upgrade required. Early term. and installation fees apply. For full terms and pricing see below.

Motion activated Senses motion outside your home and sends video clips automatically to your phone. Crisp, clear images Get HD quality video, even in dark or low-light environments.

Call today to speak with a home security expert

1-833-433-7991 Offer expires: 7/15/2021

*ADT Video Doorbell AND Outdoor Camera Professionally Installed Free: Requires 36-month monitoring contract starting at $56.99/mo. with QSP (24-month monitoring contract in California, total fees from $1,367.76), and enrollment in ADT EasyPay. Offer includes installation of one (1) video doorbell camera AND one (1) outdoor camera with minimum purchase price of $599 after promo is applied depending on geographic location. Applicable taxes extra. Upon early termination by Customer, ADT may charge 75% of the monthly service charges due for the balance of the initial contract term. Quality Service Plan (QSP) is ADT’s Extended Limited Warranty. Service and installation charges vary depending on system configuration, equipment, and services selected. Expires 7/15/2021. Interactive Services: ADT Command Interactive Solutions Services (“ADT Command”) helps you manage your home environment and family lifestyle. Requires purchase of an ADT alarm system with 36-month monitoring contract ranging from $45.99-$59.99/mo. with QSP (24-month monitoring contract in California, total fees ranging $1,103.76-$1,439.76), enrollment in ADT EasyPay, and a compatible device with Internet and email access. These interactive services do not cover the operation or maintenance of any household equipment/systems that are connected to the ADT Command equipment. All ADT Command services are not available with all interactive service levels. All ADT Command services may not be available in all geographic areas. You may be required to pay additional charges to purchase equipment required to utilize the interactive service features you desire. General: Additional charges may apply in areas that require guard response service for municipal alarm verification. System remains property of ADT. Local permit fees may be required. Prices and offers subject to change and may vary by market. Additional taxes and fees may apply. Satisfactory credit required. A security deposit may be required. Simulated screen images and photos are for illustrative purposes only. ©2021 ADT LLC dba ADT Security Services. All rights reserved. ADT, the ADT logo, 800.ADT.ASAP and the product/service names listed in this document are marks and/or registered marks. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited. Third-party marks are the property of their respective owners. License information available at www.ADT.com/legal or by calling 800.ADT.ASAP. CA ACO7155, 974443, PPO120288; FL EF0001121; LA F1639, F1640, F1643, F1654, DF-CD-NP-Q221 F1655; MA 172C; NC Licensed by the Alarm Systems Licensing Board of the State of North Carolina, 7535P2, 7561P2, 7562P10, 7563P7, 7565P1, 7566P9, 7564P4; NY 12000305615; PA 09079, MS 15019511.

A16

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Connecticut utilities face steep fines for summer storm failures By Dave Collins Associated Press

United Illuminating spokesperson Ed Crowder said company officials are disappointed PURA did not consider the facts the utility presented to the agency during the investigation.

HARTFORD — Connecticut regulators proposed a $30 million fine for Eversource and a $2.1 million fine for United Illuminating for what officials called the utilities’ failures in their preparation and response to Tropical Storm Isaias, which left hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses in the state without power last August.

“The facts show that we faithfully followed our Emergency Response Plan,” Crowder said in a statement. “We will continue to work with PURA to improve our preparation for and response to storms and other emergencies.” PURA officials said they could not comment on the proposed fines until they are finalized.

The state Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, or PURA, issued violation notices to the two companies Thursday, May 6, a week after releasing final reports on its investigation of the utilities’ storm responses.

Gold Star memorial set to break ground The Berlin Veterans Commission will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the Connecticut Gold Star Families Memorial Monument at Veterans Memorial Park on Saturday, May 22 at 11:30 a.m. The monument will honor Gold Star Families and the legacy of their loved ones who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States military.

devotion and commitment to those who have served and the Gold Star families The Berlin Veterans Comwho have lost Loved Ones to mission is collaborating with that service above self. To the Woody Williams Foundate, Woody and his foundadation to build this Gold Star Eversource, the state’s largest electricity tion are responsible for esFamilies Memorial Monudistributor with nearly 1.3 million custablishing 76 Gold Star Famment. The foundation’s webtomers, and United Illuminating, with ilies Memorial Monuments site states, “Hershel 340,000 electricity customers in southacross the United States with ‘Woody’ Williams was born Isaias knocked down scores of trees and western Connecticut, have 20 days to remore than 74 additional on a dairy farm in 1923 in utility wires, causing more than 740,000 quest a hearing to contest the proposed monuments underway in 50 Quiet Dell, West Virginia. He outages at its peak and a total of more fines. states.” enlisted in the United States than 1.3 million outages for Eversource Officials at both companies, which have Marine Corps and served in A press release from the and United Illuminating customers. Many defended their responses to the storm, the Battle of Iwo Jima with Berlin Veterans Commission customers and local officials expressed said they were reviewing the proposed the 21st Marines, 3d Marine states “the black granite anger and frustration at the companies’ sanctions and will be deciding how to reDivision. During the battle, monument features two power restoration efforts, which took spond. Mr. Williams displayed sides. One side bears the more than a week in some places. ‘valiant devotion to duwords: Gold Star Families “While our employees worked tirelessly to The reports PURA issued determined the t y’ and service above self as Memorial Monument, a tribrestore power as quickly as possible, we companies failed to comply with stanhe ‘enabled his company to ute to Gold Star Families recognize the hardships our customers dards of acceptable performance in emerreach its objective.’ and Relatives who have sacand communities experienced, and we ac- gency preparation and restoration of powrificed a Loved One for our knowledge there are areas for improve“Mr. Williams’ actions, comer outages in an emergency, including Freedom. The other side ment,” Eversource spokesperson Tricia mitment to his fellow service failing to deploy enough line workers. tells a story through the four Modifica said in a statement. “We are members, and heroism were Regulators also said the utilities violated granite panels: Homeland, working — and will continue to work — in state reporting requirements by not disrecognized on October 5, Family, Patriot, and Sacrigood faith with our communities, cus1945, when he received the closing minor accidents involving workers fice. The scenes on each tomers and regulators to improve our per- during their storm responses. Congressional Medal of panel reflect Connecticut’s formance.” Honor from President TruGold Star Families and their PURA also ordered the companies and man at the White House. Mr. fallen heroes. At the center their affiliates to improve how they reWilliams is the sole surviving of this tribute is the most spond to major storms. The orders inMarine from WWII, to wear distinct feature of the monuclude increasing the number of line workthe Medal of Honor.” ment, the cut out which repers and other responders who restore resents the loved one who The website states that the power and clear blocked roads, and impaid the ultimate sacrifice in Basement Waterproofing Services secivrecommunications S gnifoorpretaW tnemeswith aB customers. activities of the Woody proving Williams Foundation “allow the name of freedom. It also Over 36 Years combined experience. .ecneiordered repxe denibmmanagement oc sraeY 63 revO audits of the Mr. Williams to continue his Fully Transferable Written Guarantee*, Sump Pumps,,spmucompanies P pmuS ,*eetnaby rauGindependent nettirW elbarefsnfirms. arT ylluF “When the sun goes behind the monument and the Pumps Eliminated in most homes. .semoh tsom ni detanimilE spmuP shadow hits it at a certain Deal Direct with owner - no middle man. .nam elddim on - renwo htiw tceriD laeD time of day, the image French Drains, Gravity Drains, Landscaping Drainage,,eganiarD gnipacsdnaL ,sniarD ytivarG ,sniarD hcnerF shines through; it’s like the Gutter Downspout Drains sniarD tuopsnwoD rettuG one is with us. It is de, LLC loved New Bulkheads, , s d a e h k l u B w e N signed that way and repreE E E E 36 sYears Combined RF Experience. “Owner Operated Since 1999” Basement Waterproofing Services Yard DrainageF•R Over s e sents all of those who died t Egress •and d n a s s e r g E te a a m m i t ti s s E E Pumps Eliminated in Most Homes. Fully Transferable Written Guarantee*, Sump Pumps, or visit during their service.” Basement Windows, ,swodniW tneme“Owner saB Operated Since 1999” The fines would be in addition to profit reductions PURA ordered for Eversource and United Illuminating as a result of the Isaias investigation. Eversource stands to lose about $25 million a year and United Illuminating would lose about $1.3 million a year in their returns on equity, PURA said.

Interested Classified tnemesaB tnaillirB BrilliantinBasement Waterproofing, LLC CLL ,gnifoorpretaW Advertising? Call Us.

203-238-1953

Brilliant Basement

TONY’S

Waterproofing, LLC HIC. 0653192 • CALL US

gnihsiniF tnemesawww.tonysoil.net Bwww.tonysoil.com for current price

*written details available elbaliava sliated nettirw* upon request tseuqer nopu

860-598-8091

AUTOMATIC DELIVERY * LOW PRICES * DEPENDABLE SERVICE

230322

Basement Finishing

747-5412

225903

Deal Direct With Owner - No Middle Man.

OIL COMPANY

3 V_ 8 3 010 8 D

D801038_V3

th Celebrating Our 20OFF Anniversary 1999-2019 • 10¢ per gallon 400 Gallons or more/Same Address BIG TANK SPECIAL * written details available upon request ¢ 5wper gal. SENIOR DISCOUNT HOD #360 www.brilliantbasementwaterproofing.com moc.gnifoorpretawtnemesabtnaA.C. illirb.& ww BURNER SERVICE AVAILABLE s r

www.brilliantbasementwaterproofing.com HIC. 0653192 • CALL US SU LLAC • 2913560 .CIH

A Gold Star sister, Leslie Manselle, will sing the National Anthem at the May 22 groundbreaking ceremony.

860-598-8091 1908-895-068

See Memorial, A17

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

A17

In Brief Home child care Starting a home child care business is a natural decision for anyone who has a true passion for children and a desire to work independently. The Plainville Family Resource Network is one of 12 hubs in the state to support Family Child Care Providers for the Office of Early Childhood. The resource center can provide a

Licensing Tool Kit and coaching throughout the process. For more information, call 860 793-6304.

Transfer Station The Transfer Station will be open Saturdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents must show identification. Call Public Works with questions: 860793-0221, ext. 7176.

Autism walk

Foundation grants

Army reunion

Autism Services and Resources Connecticut will hold the 24th Annual Walk and Festival for Autism Sunday, May 23 at the North Haven Fairgrounds. The event will include a short walk with three start times, food trucks, a classic car show, raffle and other socially-distanced entertainment. Visit ct-asrc.org.

The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain recently approved their first round of grants and awarded more than $260,000 to a wide variety of community programs serving Berlin, New Britain, Plainville and Southington. A second round of grant applications will be accepted this summer. Letters of Intent are due July 1. If your organization is invited to submit a full application, the deadline is Aug. 1. For more information, visit cfgnb.org.

The Second (Indianhead) Division Association is searching for anyone who served in the Army's 2nd Infantry Division at any time. Visit 2ida.org or contact Bob Haynes: 2idahq@comcast.net, 224-225-1202.

Catalyst Fund

The Woody Williams Foundation is responsible for establishing 76 Gold Star Families Memorial Monuments across the United States. Another 74 monuments are underway.

From A16

Speakers will include Berlin Mayor Mark Kaczynski, Gold Star mother Helen Keiser-Pedersen, State Veterans Commissioner Thomas Saadi, and Medal of Honor recipient Paul “Buddy” Bucha. A musical rendition of U.S. military service songs will be performed by the Berlin High School Saxophone Quartet, and two Berlin High trumpeters will play Taps. A seven-man Funeral Honors Rifle Squad from the

To donate to the Connecti-

The Greater New Britain Arts Alliance welcomes the warmer weather and the opportunity to: Expand your cultural horizons. Engage your minds. Entertain your hearts. Entice you to go outside and enjoy springtime. Visit HappeningHere.org for upcoming events.

Special exhibition See some of the objects that gave New Britain the title "The Hardware City of the World" on display at the former New Britain National Bank, 55 West Main St. The exhibition runs through Saturday, June 26. Tickets are available via bit.ly/nbimanvil.

List Your Items To Over 300,000 Local Readers.

Affordable Funerals, $899 Cremations

Follow the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument Connecticut on Facebook.

HELP KEEP Plainville • •

Coming to your home or business In order to continue delivery to your home or business, we need to have each resident or business let us know that, by filling out our on-line requester form at myrecordjournal. secondstreet.com/Plainville-Citizen-Requester. Or, you can call us at 203-634-3933 and we can mail you a postage paid postcard to fill out and return. Without the necessary requester information, delivery of your Plainville Citizen to your home or business, will end.

HELP US HELP YOU, CONTINUE RECEIVING “YOUR” LOCAL WEEKLY.

Save thousands with us, without losing quality professional service, personal attention & meeting all of your family’s needs. Let us take you to the same church & cemetery as the others, at half the average cost. additional fees may apply

Luddy – Peterson

Our Funeral Home, Our Crematory, Our Care R203106v5

RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.

Veterans Memorial Park is located at 51 Lower Lane in Berlin.

cut Gold Star Families Memorial Monument, visit woodywilliams.org/monuments/ct-monument.html.

R237817

Memorial

MCL Hardware City Detachment also will be part of the ceremony.

Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Catalyst Fund members consider funding requests from charitable organizations addressing that issue and choose a grant recipient to receive up to $12,500. An application form are available at cfgnb.org/catalystfund. Membership donations can be paid by check or through the foundation’s website, cfgnb.org. For more information, contact Joeline Wruck at jwruck@ cfgnb.org or 860-229-6018, ext. 307.

Arts alliance

205 South Main St. New Britain, CT LuddyAndPetersonFH.com It is an honor & privilege for our family to serve yours. 860-357-4622

A18

The Plainville Citizen | plainvillecitizen.com

Thursday, May 13, 2021

EN... VACCINATED? WELL TH