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Baczewski talks about not wearing mask Near the outset of last week’s Board of Education meeting, Joseph Baczewski Jr., the board vice chairman, had a statement to make in response to recent complaints he and other board members had received.
Those complaints were about Baczewski’s refusal to wear a mask during the group’s in-person deliberations.
meetings remotely, in order to comply with statewide executive orders meant to slow the spread of COVID-19.
nicipal Center. Public attendance has still been restricted to live stream video and telephone remote access.
It was the third meeting the Board of Education had convened in-person since last March when the Town Council and others began convening
The board began meeting inperson last month, with members and district officials spread apart throughout the assembly room of the John Weichsel Mu-
Baczewski during those three meetings declined to wear a face mask during deliberations while
Local runners finish virtual Boston Marathon Record-Journal staff
Baseball may be America’s pastime and football America’s game, but there’s something about a marathon that brings folks out, too. Even when it’s just “virtual.” Southington runners Marc Lennon and Kristin Lopa completed their virtual Boston Marathon on Saturday. Along the way, they picked up some fan support that helped speed them along their 26.2-mile journey.
Southington residents Kristin Lopa, left, and Marc Lennon pose at the “finish line” on the Southington linear trail after completing See Marathon, A6 the virtual Boston Marathon on Saturday. Photo courtesy of Kristin Lopa
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Karabins granted intervenor status on solar farm proposal By Michael Gagne Record-Journal staff
The local family who currently farm an East Street land parcel that has been eyed by a renewable energy developer as a possible solar farm now will have a seat at the table while the proposal is discussed. The Connecticut Siting Council, which has approval authority over such proposals, last week granted Michael and Diane Karabin’s request for intervenor status as it takes up the application for Southington Solar One, as the project has been called. The Karabins have farmed the 103-acre plot at 1012 East St., which is owned by the Catholic Cemeteries Association, for years. Verogy LLC, a See Solar, A4 R233461
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on into the pandemic, he had caught the virus, despite having had the necessary protective equipment.
Carmody said although she had asked Baczewski to wear a mask, she has no legal right to force him to do so. Baczewski, in response to her request, cited the executive order, which states a mask is not required so long as there are fewer than 25 people in a given space and they are spaced at least six feet apart.
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other board members and school officials wore masks. Baczewski’s decision prompted complaints from some members of the public who suggested if district students and staff are required to wear masks in school, board members should be modeling that same behavior.
“I wear my mask only when I need to,” Baczewski said. “I wear my mask into this building because I like to talk with people. I take it off when I am seated and spaced appropriately from others. If I need to get up or when I leave, I put my mask back on. Why do I do this? Because I want to model the behavior I expect from our students in this town.” Baczewski, who works in the health industry, explained he relies on being able to read patients’ non-verbal cues and gestures during treatment. Face masks, though important in reducing the spread of COVID-19, have obscured many of those non-verbal cues and made communication more difficult, he said.
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“I understand the purpose of a mask is more to prevent me from spreading COVID to others,” Brown said, noting his 73-year-old wife has a compromised immune system. “For me to bring home COVID and give it to her would probably kill her,” Brown said. “So I live cautiously. Not in fear, but cautiously.” Baczweski’s decision appears to be at odds with stipulations laid out in the board’s most recent meeting agendas. Those stipulations state, “Mask/face coverings must be worn inside the Municipal Center. A physical distance of six feet must be maintained.”
Board Chairwoman Terri Carmody said Baczewski’s decision led to her receiving personal attacks from the public because the perception is “I did nothing about it.”
“I could not throw him out of the meeting. I did not have legal right to do that. However the example he is setting as an elected Board of Education member is just not right and I made that very clear,” Carmody said. “... I know there are parents and teachers who are very very upset about that.” Fellow board member Zaya Oshana Jr. also disagrees with Baczewski’s decision. But he said, there has been no confrontation. Like Carmody, he said he has been contacted numerous times about it.
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“We should be modeling the behavior we expect students and staff to do. If we’re not modeling it during a meeting, how can we expect them to wear a mask throughout an entire school day. We only have to wear a mask for an hour. “We have to provide a safe environment. It's not a personal choice. It's a safety choice to make it safe for everyone,” Oshana said.
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During the same meeting, Robert S. Brown, a board colleague also gave a statement on why he wears a mask. He stated, “the number one way for individuals to prevent spreading COVID to others is to wear a mask.”
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Baczewski said he has chosen to follow Gov. Ned Lamont’s current executive orders and maintained he is modeling the behavior that should be expected of staff and students.
“I had to deal with the fact that local and national news assumed that this infection was a death sentence,” Baczewski said. He soon started to feel better.
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Hartford-based solar developer has proposed developing a 4.7 megawatt solar farm across a portion of the site, while maintaining some agricultural use of the remaining land by allowing sheep grazing and a pollinator habitat on the undeveloped portions. Verogy has claimed the potential electrical output of the proposal would provide enough electricity to power more than 1,100 homes. Paul Zagorsky, an attorney representing the Karabins,
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Absentee ballots The Secretary of the State will be sending all registered voters an Absentee Ballot Application for the Nov. 3 election. If you choose to vote absentee, immediately fill it out and send to: Southington Town Clerk, 75 Main
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The American Red Cross urges individuals who have fully recovered and received a verified COVID-19 diagnosis to sign up to give convalescent plasma now by completing the donor eligibility form at redcrossblood.org/plasma4covid. Blood donation appointments can be made for the coming days and weeks by downloading the free Blood Donor App, visiting redFoster parents crossblood.org, calling 1800-733-2767 or enabling the More than ever, Klingberg Blood Donor Skill on any Family Centers are looking Alexa Echo device. for families, couples and single adults to provide a safe and supportive home enviPhotography show ronment for children and teens in Connecticut. To Art League of New learn about the foster parBritain, Preservation Connecticut will present a juried enting licensing process and how you can make an imphotography show, "Picturing History: Historic Barns of pact as a Therapeutic Foster Connecticut." Serious ama-
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The Arc of Southington is currently hiring for relief, part and full time staff. You can pick up applications at 201 West Main St, Plantsville Ct. Applications are located on the front pouch in the silver mailbox. If you have any questions you can contact Mary Wrenn 860-628-9220 ext 280. The Arc of Southington is very fortunate to be able to provide a unique recreation program that is mostly funded by a grant from the Town of Southington. This program is open to the For further information, please contact Judy Roberge, Recreation Director, at 860.628.9220 ext. 120 or 860.681.7410 (cell).
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SoCCA dinner Southington Community Cultural Arts will once again host its Dinner Under the Stars – but instead of a table set for 100 on the Town Green, diners will participate virtually in their own homes while supporting local restaurants and farms. Dinner Under the Stars is a community-wide, farm-totable event that featured local produce and chefs. The premier event entailed a five-course meal prepared by Flair Restaurant, Smokin’ With Chris, Craft Kitchen, Anthony Jack’s and Paul Gregory’s. The main entrée, a beef brisket, was provided by Karabin Farms. Tickets are $100 each and participants will get a choice of one $50 gift card or two $25 gift cards to the restaurant or farm of their choice. Gift
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Virtual exhibit SoCCA aims to enrich the quality of life in the community by welcoming artists to participate in an exhibit expressing uplifting messages and thanks to all essential workers. Submit a photograph of the artist and the artwork that conveys an expression of thanks through any visual art medium. All ages and skill levels. Photos will be exhibited online.
Bread for Life Bread for Life remains dedicated to meeting its mission to ensure that no one goes hungry in Southington. Hot meals are provided in takeout containers and distributed to clients from the front porch of Bread for Life, 31 Vermont Ave. All programs offered in the dining room
and visits by substance abuse counselors, behavioral health counselors, local barbers and hair stylists, and weekly therapeutic coloring have been halted for the time being. Donations may be mailed to Bread for Life, P.O. Box 925, Southington, CT 06489 or can be made securely online at southingtonbreadforlife.org/donateonline.
Poll workers The Election Department in the Town of Southington is looking for poll workers to help manage the voting process during federal, state and local primaries and elections. The poll workers are needed to fill the positions of: moderators, assistant registrars, checkers, ballot clerks and tabulator tenders. These are paid positions. Training is required and is provided by the Election Department. The work day would be on primary or Election Day. Call 860-2766268.
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Students return to in-person classes said in a statement to families. “Consistent with the state-wide protocol, quarantine strategies have been applied as appropriate in this situation and the appropriate families notified. This situation will be monitored closely in conjunction with local public health officials.”
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It was a full return to school on Friday , Sept. 11 for most students in Southington and Cheshire. They sported colorful backpack straps on their shoulders, as well as new sneakers and face masks as they entered and exited school buildings in the morning and afternoon.
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Their faces show up on screen in their classrooms, allowing them to interact with their classmates.
With that exception, the first day of school was mostly filled with enthusiasm, officials and educators reported. “Overall, it’s gone well. We were very, very pleased about that, especially to hear it from the kids,” Carmody said, in reference to an update on school opening the board had received Thursday night from its student representatives. Toni-Ann Rock, a sixth-grade science teacher at DePaolo, stood along the sidewalk Friday afternoon near the school’s entrance as students boarded buses and left for the day. She described what she called a “fantastic” first day with the entire staff and the majority of students back. “We’re ironing out all the kinks. This is all new to every one of us,” said Rock, who wore a blue mask as she
“It’s just like they’re in class,” Burns said. Emmett Waron, 4, runs up to the school with mom Richelle Waron following behind at Derynoski School.
There were some hiccups. But those were quickly addressed by what Burns said is a “strong technology department” in the school district.
Jeffrey Solan, school superintendent in Cheshire, echoed spoke. “The kids are great. All Burns’ remarks. of the stuff we have to figure out is less than great. But it’s “It’s been really terrific. I’m a necessity to keep them so impressed,” Solan said, afhappy, and safe and learning ter several visits to schools. and they’re great.” New practices, including lunches and classes outdoors ‘Impressed’ under large tents, seemed to go well, Solan said. “We had a really fabulous week reopening,” said Diana At Derynoski School in Burns, principal of Chapman Southington, Principal Jan School in Cheshire. Verderame said the soft opening approach — with More than 80 percent of small groups of students in Chapman students are back the building — during the in classrooms. Even those first three days “really helped students who aren’t physi-
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Obituaries Doris Hubeny Telke SOUTHINGTON - Doris Hubeny Telke, 93, of Southington, passed away peacefully at Southington Care Center on Tuesday, September 8, 2020. She was the loving wife of the late Walter Telke. Doris was born on November 17, 1926 in Waterbury to the late Andrew and Veronica (Kobylarz) Hubeny. Doris met the love of her life, Walter and married in 1947. Together, they built a life in Southington and raised a
family. Doris was a homemaker. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Her greatest love was her grandchildren; watching them grow up to become beautiful women, get married and have families of their own. She is survived by her son Leland and his wife, Kristine Telke, her daughter Gretchen TelkeHoerger and husband William Hoerger, two granddaughters, Kaitlin Telke-Lyver and husband Nathan and Katrina Wood-
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A Republican town councilor said he’s not stepping down following a call from Democratic party leaders for him to do so.
Michael DelSanto said he’d reposted an image on social media that was “offensive to some residents” and later removed it. During Monday night’s council meeting, he See Councilor, A14
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apologized for the distraction “by some residents and members of the public these last few weeks” over what he’d posted. “I’m ready to move on and assist in the governance of town matters,” DelSanto said. The image he reposted consisted of a photo of the phrase "Black Lives Matter" written in black spray paint on a bridge wall. The graffiti had been altered with an "o," also painted on the bridge, to read "Black Olives Matter." Those questioning him “will never be satisfied with my response,” DelSanto said, adding that he’s choosing not to comment further on the matter. He thanked the hundreds of residents who’d extended their support for him recently. If voters didn’t think he should serve on the council, DelSanto said they’ll have a chance to make their wishes known next year during the municipal election.
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Last month, Southington Democratic Town Chairwoman Erica Roggeveen Byrne released a statement on behalf of the party asking that DelSanto step down from his elected position. She said the reposted image made light of a life or death issue. His resignation would show that local leaders take racism seriously, Roggeveen Byrne wrote. DelSanto was elected to his first council term last year when Republicans took six of the nine council seats. He was the fifth highest vote getter, surpassing all three Democrats and a Republican who took seats on the council during the election. 230965
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of the Southington, CT YMCA for many years and was one of the founders of the CT and NH chapters of Every Dollar Feeds Kids, feeding hungry children in Mexico through VAMOS in Mexico; and the Ecuador Foundation Fund, which provides for the needs of Fundacion Sor Dominga Bocca, a foundation for girls victimized by sexual and physical abuse, homelessness, and poverty in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Since retiring in 2014, Gordon served as the Choir Director at the Trinitarian Congregational Church of Warwick, MA. He also created and produced two solo CDs, “That There May Be Love” and “Eyes of Wonder,” by Gordon E. Ellis. Additionally, together with his brother Mark, he created two CDs by The Ellis Brothers: “Legacy,” and a CD of entirely original music composed by the brothers: “Love Heals.” A third CD is process but has been delayed by Gordon’s illness. He also enjoyed time with family and friends, traveling with Diane and their friends, writing song lyrics and poetry, playing guitar, concerts, listening to all kinds of music, bicycling, hiking and swimming. Besides his wife, Diane, Gordon leaves 2 children, Ryan Ellis and his wife, Cindy, of Miami, FL, and Lyndsey Ellis and her husband, Christian
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After not being able to show family movies on Saturday night this summer, the Southington Drive-In screened its first movie of the season, “Walking with Dinosaurs,” on Saturday, Sept. 12. Another movie — “We Bought the Zoo” — is planned for Sept. 19. On Sept. 26, the drive-in is showing a Kane Brown concert.
cle spots are available for the Saturday movie. Within that space, people were allowed to place lawn chairs to watch the movie outside the vehicle. “Each parking spot is seven feet wide,” Town Manager Mark Sciota said. “There is a 15-foot gap in between the next parking space … That is the protocol set forth by the state for any outside event like a drive-in. That was easy. It was already told to us about how we had to
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good service to the town. “He represents the citizens of Southington and he always has their back and best interest,” Kalkowski said. “To me, I think this just needs to be put behind us. We need to move forward as a town. We need to let the Town Council focus on continuing to improve life and education for our citizens.”
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Southington has benefited from Republican leadership amidst difficult times, Kalkowski said. “At the end of the day, our citizens spoke very loudly in November of 2019. They demanded change and they demanded leadership. That’s what we brought to the table, that’s what we’re bringing to the table,” he said.
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Donaldson, of Arlington, VA. He also leaves a beloved granddaughter, Leilani Ellis, of Miami, FL; a brother, Mark Ellis, and his wife, Anne, of Athol, MA; a father-in-law, Russell Deane, of Bernardston, MA; and a sister-in-law, Sherry York, and her husband, Jim, of Ashford, CT; as well as several nieces and nephews. Due to the dangers caused by the pandemic, A Celebration of Life Service will be held for Gordon Sunday, September 27 at 1:00pm on YouTube. Calling hours with the Ellis Family will immediately follow the service on Zoom. Updates will be posted on Gordon’s Facebook page and the service can be searched on google that morning. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Gordon’s memory may be made to: The Ecuador Foundation Fund in memory of Gordon Ellis may be sent to: First Congregational Church of Southington 37 Main Street Southington, CT 06489 (Payable to “FCC”, and in memo line “EFF/Gordon Ellis” ) Online donations can be made at:https://www. fccsouthington.org/give >Donate >(Optional) >Ecuador Foundation Fund OR VAMOS! Checks can be written to VAMOS! and mailed to: VAMOS! PO BOX 212 Weston, VT 05161 In the memo line please put: In honor of Gordon E Ellis Online donations can be made at:http:// vamosinmexico.org / donate/ Please make a note saying the donationis in honor of Gordon Ellis. KIDDER FUNERAL HOME, 1 PARKER AVE. NORTHFIELD, MASS. IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
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MERIDEN — A state project to add traffic cameras to local highways is expected to be completed in 2021. The state Department of Transportation announced plans a couple of years back to add the cameras to interstates 91 and 691, and Route 15. DOT spokesman Kevin Nursick said in early
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2018 that the project could begin construction in late 2018 and take about two years to complete. Nursick wrote in an email this week that it “looks like early 2021 for completion of the project.”
In the spring, the town decided not to open the municipal drive-in this summer because of the pandemic. In past summers, the movie nights featured children’s activities, food trucks and other offerings that are counter to maintaining social distance.
The cameras will show traffic congestion, road conditions, construction and maintenance activity, lane closures, and traffic accidents.
Local highways are a “blind spot” in the state’s system of traffic cameras. Information from the cameras will be useful to motorists, first responders, and law en-
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Overwhelmed, shelter seeks community help “The calls keep coming every week—from police, victims, family—all with the same urgent message: a victim and her children needing safety, needing immediate help,” Barbara Damon, executive director, explained.
The agency expected the possibility that abuse would rise during the early months of the pandemic, as victims were isolated at home with abusers, with tensions rising over finances, job losses, social isolation, home-schooling.
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“Not only did the number of calls for help rise dramatically over the summer,” said Damon, “but we also saw an increase in the severity of abuse. As devastating a challenge as this crisis is for us right now, it’s our job to always be there for people in their time of need, to answer those calls for help.”
“The traffic cameras and electronic variable message signs will assist CTDOT to better manage traffic incidents and provide up to date traffic conditions and highway travel times to emergency responders, media, and motorists in the project area,” said Kevin Nursick, a DOT spokesman.
Given concerns of COVID19 exposure and a lack of privacy at home, victims may have found it too risky The shelter is funded and staffed to serve 22 resito seek help at that time. dents. On one day in AuAs the state re-opened in late May, that changed.
The project will add advanced traffic management systems along the I-91 and I691 corridor in Meriden, Cheshire, Middletown, Southington, Middlefield, and Cromwell.
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Wanted To Buy GRASSY HILL AUCTIONS, - an Estate Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Connecticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: Antiques, Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Musical Instruments (Saxophones, Trumpets, Violins, Flutes, Clarinets, Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising Items, Wristwatches (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old Photographs, Old Postcards, Brewery Items, Hunting & Fishing, PEZ Dispensers, Costume Jewelry, Broken Jewelry, Gold & Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Military Items, Swords & Bayonets, Helmets & Patches, Medals & Uniforms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Fountain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Order Items, Religious Items, Industrial Items, Winchester Items, Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Whitney Items, Colt Items, Native American Items, Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Matchbox & Hotwheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Furniture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Autographs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convenience. Grassy Hill Auctions 203-868-1816 - Grassy HillAuctions.com
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WANTED Individual firearms, collections & estates including military & related items.Federally licensed firearms dealer. Gunsmith, appraisals, Richard Pleines, (860) 663-2214.
Tag Sales GARAGE CRAFT FAIR - 9/19, 9-1, no early birds, handmade purses, tote bags, table runners & small table quilts, variety of styles & fabrics. Price range, $10-$30. Will do special orders. 5 Madalyn Lane, off Meriden Ave., Southington. Masks required.
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AARON’S BUYING Old Machinist Tools, Lathes, BenchTools, Hand Tools & more. (203) 525-0608.
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Wanted To Buy 1,2,3 Items or an Estate $$$ CASH $$$ Todd Shamock Estate Sale Service Costume Jewelry, Antiques, Dolls, Toys, Paintings,Meriden Items 203-494-1695
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Friday, September 18, 2020
Businesses & Services Attics and Basements Cleaned
Gutters
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Landscaping
Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris removal. Quick, courteous svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Cell, 860-558-5430
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GUTTERS PLUS 25+yrs. Exp. Call today for Free estimate. 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887
Repairs, Decks & PorchHandyperson es, Sheetrock & Taping Water Damage Repairs. Free Est. Ins. MC & Visa. HOME DOCTOR - 48 yrs exp. Odd jobs & Call Bill (203) 901-2136. remodeling, former US CT. Reg. # 0647093 Navy, 15 yrs, #640689, 203.427.7828.
Electrical Services
Home Improvements AHEARN BUILDERS Additions, Decks, Siding, Doors, Windows, Remodeling. 860.346.0409
GENERATORS Winter is Coming!! Gearing up for Installs Some Sizes avail. for immed. install. Briggs & Stratton, Kohler or Cummins Used or Reconditioned Generators Available. Call for Pricing & Availability M-F 860-349-5449
Looking for a friend? Find litters of critters in Classifieds.
CLEAN & REMOVE Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more. *FALL YARD Clean-ups* FREE ESTIMATES. LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218.
Gutters
GUTTERS DON’T WORK
If they’re dirty! For gutter cleaning, Call Kevin (203) 440-3279 Fully ins. CT# 569127
Specializing in roofing, siding, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, basement remodeling. Senior citizen discount Insured. Free est. 203-265-5200 HIC#0631937
Landscaping
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GARY WODATCH Hedge & tree trimming. Trim overgrown properties. Calls returned. #620397.860-558-5430
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HEDGE TRIMMING Mowing, top soil, grass seed, gutter cleaning, brush removal, comm./ res. HIC0622783.
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LUNO MASONRY - We deal in all types of masonry, repairs & new projects. Refs. avail. Free ests. Lic. HIC0643330 & Ins. Call 203.770.9273.
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Roofing
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Yalesville Construction Specializing in all phases of residential & commercial roofing. Senior citizen discount Insured Free est. 203-265-5200 HIC#0631937
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Service LLC All Phases of Electrical Work. 24 hr. Emergency Service. Small Jobs Welcome. 203.237.2122
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JT’S LANDSCAPING LLC - FALL CLEANUPS, we specialize in weeding all types of beds, mulching, top soil work, pruning, hedges & trees, & all your landscape needs. Residential & commercial. Lic. #616311. Call today, 203 213-6528.
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IF YOU Mention This Ad RT RELOCATION FALL Yard Your moving and Clean-Ups storage specialists. Brush, branches, leaves, Call for a free estimate. storm damage 833-668-3978. **JUNK REMOVAL** Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc Plumbing WE CAN REMOVE ANYTHING GEORGE J MACK & SONS - Servicing the Entire house to Meriden area since 1 item removed! 1922. Toilet, faucet, FREE ESTIMATES sink & drain repairs. Sr. Citizen Discount Water heater replaceLIC & INS. ments. 15% Sr citizen 203-535-9817 or disc. Member of BBB. 860-575-8218 203-238-2820.
ROOFING, SIDING, WINDOWS, DECKS & REMODELING. 203-639-0032 email: info@ gonzalezconstruction llc.com Fully Licensed & Insured Reg #577319
Specializing in tree removal, trimming, chipping & grinding. Call for free estimate. 203-945-1808.
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