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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

Plug pulled on tackle football By Bryant Carpenter Record-Journal staff

CHESHIRE — Traditional 11-on-11 tackle football games will not be played this fall in Connecticut. Girls volleyball games will, but with players wearing masks. The CIAC’s Board of Control voted Friday, Sept. 4 to pull the plug on a fullcontact football after the state Department of Public Health, in a Thursday, Sept. 3 letter, reiterated its stance against higher risk sports such as football and indoor volleyball being played this fall. A solution was found for volleyball, but not for 11on-11 football.

The CIAC will look for lower-risk alternatives for football, such as combines, which means teams can continue with conditioning and non-contact skill workouts, which have been under way since Aug. 29. The CIAC is hoping to come up with those options by Sept. 21. That’s when the other fall sports are slated to move to fullteam practices. The DPH has recommended the 7-on-7, nontackling version of football seen in summer passing leagues and being played this fall in Vermont. That option, though, has not been popular among coaches, players or the CIAC.

“We don’t think that 7-v-7 football is a replacement “Without DPH support, for 11-v-11 football,” CIAC the CIAC cannot move Executive Director Glenn forward with a full contact Lungarini said Friday, notseason as it would place ing that the National Fedsuperintendents and eration of High School Asboards of education in the sociations has taken the impossible position of actsame position. “I am hopeing against the recomful that we will come up mendation of a state agenwith the coaches and the cy,” the CIAC said in a athletic directors and our statement issued last Frifootball committee a numday. See Football, A15

Pack 33 ‘Scouting on’ during challenging times If there is one thing that 2020 has taught us, it’s that we need outlets to feel connected and involved now more than ever – even if it’s through socially distant or virtual interactions. Since mid-March, members of Pack 33 from Durham and Middlefield have continued to “Scout on” both in person and virtually. Our Scouts have earned numerous belt loops for scouting adventures and some special awards relating to conservation and the impact of invasive plants and animals on See Scouting, A10

Study: More Connecticut families struggling financially By Matthew Zabierek Record-Journal staff

the onset of the coronavirus pandemic.

A new study examining 2018 data found 38 percent of Connecticut households lacked enough income to afford basic necessities before

The United Way of Connecticut’s biannual ALICE report, released last week, found that of the state’s 1.37 million households, 146,552,

or 11 percent, earned below the federal poverty level in 2018. Another 367,175 households, or 27 percent, were considered “ALICE” houses, meaning they did not fall below the federal poverty line, and therefore

did not qualify for public assistance, but did not earn enough income to afford basic necessities. The acronym stands for “Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed.”

The 2018 data also showed that a growing number of households in Connecticut, 13 percent, are on the cusp of becoming an “ALICE household.” See Study, A9

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Meditate. And definitely choose love. But, facts are facts and we should listen to people who are trained, studied and have spent their lives researching – in this case – viruses. As the saying goes: Would you have the plumber perform your next colonoscopy?

Our country is in crisis. One throusand Americans are dying from COVID every day, unemployment is near an all-time high, and there is growing racial, political and economic divisiveness that threatens the very democracy we all value so highly.

Don’t be responsible for making someone else sick. Wear the mask correctly, over your nose, to protect your community and show you care. Don’t whine about it. Plenty of professionals – like doctors – have to wear them all the time for their work. We have already lost too many friends and family.

And Joe has a strong running mate who will help move the country forward. As a former prosecutor and state’s attorney general, Kamala Harris is a strong advocate who supports justice, for all. Vote Biden/Harris.

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In Connecticut, there is Election Day voter registration, where people can register if they meet certain eligibility requirements.

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Best of luck To this day I cannot make myself walk under a ladder. I still get a tad nervous on Friday the 13th. I wish on a star. I knock on wood. I spent a good deal of my childhood on my hands and knees looking for that coveted four-leaf clover. I want the winds of good fortune to blow in my direction, and I will assuage them in any way I can. And it seems that people all over the world are of the same mind. Here’s a smattering of some of the superstitions held by other cultures. Perhaps you’d like to add them to your repertoire.

A way you could help your country is to exercise your right to vote on Tuesday, Nov. 3.

Please register to vote. And most importantly, vote on Nov. 3.

It is easy to become a registered voter, and there are several ways to become one. If you just turned 18 or moved to a new town you could become one by going down to your Registrar of Voters office. The last day to register to vote both in-person and online is Oct. 27. All towns in Connecticut will be holding in-person voter registration at their town halls from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Oct. 27. Also, you can register to vote online at voterregistration.ct.gov. You can register at the Department of Motor Vehicles, as well.

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we enjoy spending several hours each week working the soil, caring for the perennials and nurturing the vegetables, while learning about organic horticultural farming from owner Tim Gastler.

dens with others in the community, who, like us, may have a genuine interest in taking a small but active part in helping to keep the gardens growing on this beautiful land. Surplus potatoes, onions, squashes and tomatoes are donated to Amazing Grace Food Pantry or Saint Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen in Middletown.

Each half-day spent on the farm offers a feast for the eyes in every direction – groves of exotic trees, substantial brownstone garden On Sunday afternoon, walls and a host of everchanging flowering plants. Oct. 4, the Gastlers will welcome members of the When we stand on the hill- community to enjoy the side above “our” acre of grounds, bring a picnic or plantings, we take in the snack, and listen to live view of the hills and valacoustic bluegrass and leys of Middlefield and be- blues. BluesGrass will peryond extending for miles form from 2 to 3 p.m. The beneath the sky. And we rain date is Oct. 18. marvel at the tranquility of it all. It’s a lovely invitation to an even lovelier place. Tim Gastler and his daughter Leah have also made a Anne Cassady choice – to share their garElaine Norowski

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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 enforcement, according to DOT.

Data will be transmitted to DOT headquarters in Newington, where staff will assist in providing information to DOT personnel and state and local emergency responders.

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The cameras will show traffic congestion, road conditions, construction and maintenance activity, lane closures, and traffic accidents.

The project will add advanced traffic management systems along the I-91 and I691 corridor in Meriden, Cheshire, Middletown, Southington, Middlefield, and Cromwell.

Fourteen cameras are planned for I-691 between the I-91/Route 15 interchange and I-84 in Southington, in addition to three electronic overhead variable message signs. That phase of the project is projected to cost $13,340,470. Federal aid will cover 90 percent of costs for both phases, Nursick said.

Acting City Manager and Fire Chief Ken Morgan said the cameras could also help firefighters locate accidents on the highway.

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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 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.”

Nursick said in 2018. On I91, 15 closed-circuit television cameras are set to be added between Cromwell and the Meriden I-691 interchange, including a camera on Route 15 near the junction. The project is estimated to cost $10,527,660.

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Independent Party of Connecticut backs Cicarella, Parker not afraid to reach across the aisle and who will fight for common sense solutions to create opportunities for all people. I am honored that the Independent Party of Connecticut recognizes that I am committed to these goals. I will always put people above partisan politics."

"I want to thank the Independent Party of Connecticut for recognizing my commitment to work hard and serve our district as a strong voice for all people," said Cicarella. "I believe the best public servants and lawmakers are those who truly want to work for everybody. Our state needs leaders who will listen to all voices, who are

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After serving as a corrections officer, Cicarella founded Advanced Investigations, LLC, a private investigations agency. He is also the owner of National Bug Sweep and Advanced Installations, and serves as president of the CT Private Investigators Association and director of the National Council of Investigation and Security Services.

The Independent Party of Connecticut has endorsed John-Michael Parker in the State Representative race in Connecticut’s 101st district.

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Absentee ballots The Secretary of the State’s Office began issuing absentee ballot applications to all registered voters on Tuesday, Sept. 8. If you are interested in voting by absentee ballot, complete the application and return it to the Town Clerk. The application can be returned via U.S. Mail or by dropping it off in the Official Ballot Box at Town Hall. Only use the drop box in the town where you vote. If you would prefer to vote in person, polls will be open

Preparing for college Senior College Parent Night will be pre-recorded and available for viewing on Thursday, Sept. 17. School counselors will present an overview of the college application process. A link will be emailed to Coginchaug seniors and their parents and will be listed on ParentSquare as well. For more information, contact the school counseling department at 860-349-7221.

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Financial Aid Night Coginchaug Regional High School has scheduled a college funding workshop, via Zoom, Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 6:30 p.m. The Barnum Financial Group presentation will focus on resources for merit-aid, tax code incentives and need-based aid information and how to best use college savings funds. The link has been emailed to parents, and is listed on ParentSquare. Parents of all grades are welcome to attend the meeting. For more information, call the school counseling department at 860-349-7221.

DMLWC & DMYFS will host an outdoor, beginner-friendly yoga class Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 to 11 a.m., at the Middlefield Community Center. The class, open to all ages and yoga abilities, is the perfect way to unwind after a long week. There is a $5 fee. Bring your own yoga mat or towel. All participants will receive a Relaxation & Well-

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9 percent of state households uncounted in Census With less than a month remaining for households to respond to the 2020 U.S. Census, Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz announced that Connecticut’s total enumeration rate – the self-response rate plus those enumerated in nonresponse follow-up – is 91.2 percent, and encouraged the remaining nine percent of households to complete the decennial questionnaire. “Over the past year-and-ahalf, I have crisscrossed the state to encourage households to respond to the 2020

U.S. Census. Despite continued efforts to discourage communities of color – particularly our immigrant population – from responding to the Census, Connecticut is one of the best counted states in the country. “With less than a month to respond to the decennial count and nine percent of Connecticut households still uncounted, we need to double down on efforts to make sure we achieve a complete count. This is about receiving critical federal funding for programs households re-

ly on every day for basic needs: food, healthcare, childcare and so much more,” Bysiewicz said. Connecticut’s self-response rate – 69.2 percent – exceeds the national response rate of 65 percent. Census takers began nonresponse follow up with households in hard-to-count Census tracts on July 23.

In Connecticut, an additional 22 percent of households have been enumerated through nonresponse follow-up.

Of the states that make up the Northeast Region, Connecticut and Rhode Island – both 91.2 percent – have the highest total enumeration rate. Connecticut is the sixth best-counted state in the country.

In August, the U.S. Census Bureau announced it would end all counting efforts for the 2020 U.S. Census on Sept. 30 – a month earlier than the previous Oct. 31 deadline. This includes critical door-knocking, collecting responses online, over the phone and by mail.

Nov. 3, 2020: Make sure your voice is heard To participate in the general election, you must be a U.S. Citizen, resident of Connecticut and 18 by Nov. 3, 2020. The easiest way to register is online, using a CT driver’s license or another DMV-issued ID at voterregistration.ct.gov.

digits of your Social Security number.

ballot application, visit portal.ct.gov.

Download a registration form in English or Spanish at portal.ct.gov and mail it to your local registrar’s office. You may also register in person if they are open.

The registration deadline is Oct. 27 for the Nov. 3 election. For information about candidates visit vote411.org.

Once you have completed the registration process, you will receive a letter in the mail confirming your registration If you do not have a DMV-issued ID, you For more information about special may also register by mail using the last 4 circumstances or to obtain an absentee and where you will go to vote.

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The report does not account for economic impacts brought on by the pandemic. “Despite working hard, many ALICE workers are not able to earn enough to keep pace with the high cost of living in Connecticut and the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed just how many families are walking a financial tightrope,” said Richard Porth, CEO of the United Way of Connecticut. It’s “very reasonable” to assume the number of ALICE households will increase as a result of the pandemic, said Maria Campos-Harlow, executive director of the United Way of Meriden-Wallingford. Many ALICE workers have lower-paying jobs in industries hit hard by the pandemic, child care, restaurants, and hospitality.

“The ALICE population is always one paycheck away from falling behind,” Campos-Harlow said.

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Of the 169 towns and cities in Connecticut, 148 have at least one in five households The biannual report pulls da- below the state’s basic cost ta from a variety of sources to of living, which the reports refers to as the ALICE determine whether households can afford the minimal threshold. costs for basic needs, includLocally, 49 percent of houseing housing, child care, holds in Meriden are either food, transportation, health below the poverty line or care, technology, taxes and a considered ALICE housecontingency fund equal to 10 holds. percent of annual spending. Household essential budgets Percentages from other surwere adjusted for geography rounding suburbs include: and a number of demo36 percent in Wallingford, 26 graphic factors, with average percent in Southington, 22 budgets of $29,908 for a sinpercent in Cheshire, 26 pergle adult, $31,752 for a single cent in Berlin, 37 percent in senior, and $90,660 for a fam- Plainville, 30 percent in ily of four. North Haven, 17 percent in Durham, and 24 percent in The United Way of ConnectiMiddlefield. cut releases a new report every two years and uses the While the poverty level has findings to guide programs, remained relatively stable in initiatives and advocacy. local towns and around the Here is an overview of the 39- state, Harlow-Campos said page report: the percentage of ALICE households is climbing.

Rising cost of living, child care deserts Researchers and advocates say the state’s high cost of living, particularly the high cost of housing and childcare, are pushing more and more households into the ALICE category because their income isn’t keeping pace.

Responses from the 2020 U.S. Census helps to determine nearly $11 billion in federal funding allocations to Connecticut including Medicaid, Medicare, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), community block grants, transportation and highway projects, energy assistance for seniors, and many other programs that families across the state rely on every day. The Census counts every person living in the country – citizens, noncitizens and green-card holders. Connecticut stands to lose approximately $2,900 for every person undercounted. The 2020 Census is open for self-response online at 2020Census.gov, over the phone by calling the number provided in the mailed invitation, and by paper through the mail. The U.S. Census Bureau is also providing the Internet Self-Response Instrument and Census Questionnaire Assistance in 12 non-English languages and language guides, language glossaries and language identification card in 59 non-English languages.

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an ecosystem. They’ve even learned about mummification! For the first time in our Pack’s history, we had numerous scouts complete Nova Awards, which are STEMbased and require scientific experiments that were completed alongside a Cubmaster and scientist from another community. One Nova recipient, William Putnam, age 8, noted: “I really loved learning about Mars and making my own Mars Rover!”

Many of us engaged in virtual campfires with local firemen, where Scouts learned about fire safety and how to start a fire, and even enjoyed s’mores with eachother, over Zoom.

worked on Merit Badges and Cub Scout adventures, all from the comfort of their own homes and tents in their backyards. Pack 33 is excited for the future of scouting in Durham and Middlefield. We have monthly hikes planned, swimming safety classes at Lake Beseck, Den bike rides and campouts to look forward to. While we cannot wait to be together again in our Packs and Dens as we used to be, we will continue to “Scout on” and have fun together!

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Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave. 860-3499544, durhamlibrary.org. Nailed it! Our youth baking challenge, Nailed It!, is back. Check our website and social media on Tuesday, Sept. 15 for the challenge. Book club. Join us on Zoom Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 7:30 p.m. We’re reading “Writers

and Lovers” by Lily King. Register online. Spanish conversation. Practice Spanish with moderator Marilyn Horn Fridays, 4 p.m., on Zoom. Email kmcnally@durhamlibrary.org for the meeting link. French conversation. Practice French with Simone Howe the first Thursday of the month, 4:30 p.m., on Zoom. Email kmcnally@ durhamlibrary.org for the meeting link.

Levi E. Coe Library 414 Main St., Middlefield. 860-349-3857, levicoelibrary@gmail.com. The library will be closed Saturday, Sept. 5 and Monday, Sept. 7 for Labor Day.

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Golf for Kids

Celebrate the 25th Annual Golf for Kids Tournament to benefit the children and families served at Ädelbrook. The tournament will Park 'n Pick Up. Contact the Book sale. Library hall (inbe held Thursday, Oct. 1, at library to place holds on Lyman Orchards Golf Club cluding the kitchen) is items, and pick them up in in Middlefield on the Robert packed with books for sale. the upper lobby. For safety, Trent Jones Course. The day The ramp leading up to liplease wear a mask when includes breakfast, 18 holes brary hall is stocked with entering the lobby. hundreds of DVDs available of golf with a cart, and dinfor sale. Prices range from 25 ner. Register at adelNew games: Borrow giant brook.org/our-events/golfcents to $2 for paperback for-kids/. For more informaand hardcover books. Detion, call 860-635-6010, ext. posit payment (cash or 327. check) in designated box.

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The Rockfall Foundation is accepting applications for its 2021 Annual Environmental Grants Program, available to non-profit organizations, municipalities and schools. The environmental grants are for projects and programs that support the environment through conservation, preservation, restoration or education in the Lower Connecticut River Valley, which includes Middlesex County as well as Lyme and Old Lyme.

The Durham Farmers’ Market has been running for over a decade on the town green. Peruse Connecticut-grown and Connecticut-made products Thursdays, 3 to 6:30 p.m., through October. Vendors accept cash, some accept cards. If possible, bring a variety of bills to provide exact change.

Interested applicants are encouraged to attend a virtual information session on Thursday, Sept. 10. Applications are due by Tuesday, Nov. 10. More information is available at rockfallfoundation.org/grants.

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Friday’s announcement was the latest twist in a Connecticut sports rollercoaster ride that dates back to the onset of the coronavirus pandemic in March, but has gained in intensity over the past month. The CIAC allowed teams to start conditioning in cohorts of 10 on July 6 only to shut it down for 12 days in mid-August when the state Department of Public Health raised objections to the CIAC’s initial re-opening plan for the fall season that was unveiled on July 30.

The rest of the CIAC’s fall plan remains intact. Last Friday, teams were completing

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“The CIAC and its medical experts believe that the modification of wearing masks mitigates the risk expressed by DPH and provides a safe indoor environment for the sport of volleyball,” the CIAC stated.

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“While it’s extremely disappointing that we weren’t able to find a position that gives kids that full football experience ... we still have opportunities to keep our kids engaged,” Lungarini said. “Structured physical activity still has an extreme value.”

The problem was, the Department of Public Health was still advising against it, recommending football be pushed to the spring or scaled back to 7-on-7 for the fall.

The DPH, in its Sept. 3 letter to the CIAC, stuck to its guns.

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for child care providers to stay afloat. Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, From A9 childcare advocates around the state and country have Campos-Harlow noted hous- In urban areas, housing sounded alarms that the ining and childcare alone costs are rising due to “pop- dustry could be headed for makes up an estimated 42 ulation growth and increasfinancial collapse without percent of the average buding demand for low-cost, ur- any government bailout. If get for an ALICE household. ban rental units,” the report childcare centers go out of states, adding “this trend will businesses, it will make child “That is pretty significant,” continue as affordable hous- care harder to find and more Campos-Harlow said about ing becomes hard to find.” that percentage. “It’s just expensive, especially in less very hard when you’re doing The report notes that the populated areas, the report all the right things, you’re number of families with chil- states. working, you’re trying to dren fell 9 percent in ConIn Connecticut, 44 percent of provide for your family, but necticut from 2010 to 2018, families live in a child care the cost of life is so high, so which could make it harder desert, defined as having no

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Growing racial disparities The latest ALICE report found a disproportionately high percentage of Black and Hispanic households live below the ALICE threshold. More than half of Black households, 57 percent, and Hispanic households, 63 percent, live below the AL-

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