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Volume 17, Issue 24

Here it comes, ready or not! By Sue VanDerzee Town Times What’s “it,” you ask? In this case, “it” is retirement, and as a person dipping her toe in the waters, I feel a firsthand connection to this story that is quite unusual. The fact is that Baby Boomers – those of us born after Jan. 1, 1946 and before 1960 (that last number changes depending on who is doing the figuring) – are the next wave of retirees, and as has been true all through our lives, our demographic dominates the headlines. That’s because there are so many of us, and the sheer volume of people who have retired or will be retiring in the near future will make “retirement advice” a booming cottage industry for awhile. However, even though it’s coming, most of us are not ready. We’re smack in the middle of living our lives, for goodness sake, and though we might have questions, we have very few answers. That’s why Antoinette As-

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tle, senior and social services director in Middlefield and herself a Boomer, decided to take matters into her own hands and schedule a free information session — with food — for folks who have not yet retired so that they can ask some questions of knowledgeable people. Astle notes that this retiring generation will be different than the previous one – for one thing, no Boomer lived through the Depression or World War II. Social safety nets have been part of the furniture of our lives for as long as we’ve been alive, but what does that mean with a huge demographic wave set to take advantage of some of See Ready, page 23

In this issue ... Calendar ...........................4 Durham Briefs ...........11-13 Middlefield Briefs......14-15 Sports..........................24-27

The Durham Activity Center (DAC) held an open house last Sunday, Sept. 19, to showcase the new facility for community gatherings and events. Above, from left, Bev Pedersen, Shari Slight, Henry Coe and Anne Cassady admire the facilities. At right, a wall mural painted by Slight will welcome classes for seniors, including excercise and art, as well as other community activities. DAC is located on the second floor of the new Carolyn Adams building, in the space where town offices were located while Town Hall was renovated. The space is handicapped accessible. See more on page 10. Photos submitted by Anne Cassady

The Farm Museum is a highlight of the Fair By Judy Moeckel Special to the Town Times

The baby carriage, right, from the 1860s is the prize new addition to the Farm Museum this year. Photos by Judy Moeckel

Bob Thody Jr., Superintendent of the Farm Museum at the Durham Fair, wants people to know that this year’s displays will include something special and new. Well, actually, it’s quite old, from the 1860s: a baby carriage that, for many years, had been displayed at the Hyland House Museum in Guilford. Its condition had begun to de-

teriorate, but, thanks to the efforts of the late Grace White Kelsey, the carriage returned to Durham a few years ago. Following its return, Ron and Marion Stannard took it to be restored by the Leola Carriage Shop in Pennsylvania. “The shop replaced the leather parts and was able to return it to its original condition,” Thody says, referring to the carriage’s leather “bonnet hood.” It was that bonnet which shielded a newborn

Howard White from the sun in 1916, the first year of the Durham Fair. According to fair historian Mabel Hamma, the carriage was probably made by G. and D. Cook and Co., one of many carriage makers in New Haven in the 19th century. In 2006, the carriage was officially given to the Farm Museum by Grace Kelsey and the family of Bertha Atwell

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Town Times Community Briefs

Train show at the fairgrounds

The New Haven Society of Model Engineers will sponsor its third annual train show on Sunday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Durham Fairgrounds in the commercial building. Featured will be the society’s huge O-Scale operating layout complete with an operating lift bridge. The bridge, handmade of sheet brass and steel, was built by one member over the course of more than two years. Other local operating layouts of all scales, including two narrow gauge lines, will be present. Dealers from around the state, New York

and New Jersey will have model railroad items including locomotives, rolling stock, kits, model railroad accessories, books on all sorts of subjects and antique collectables. Free parking is available. Tickets are $6 for adults, $5 for senoirs, $1 for children 5 to 12 and those under five are free. The society celebrated its 78th birthday in April and is the third oldest such society in the United States. In 1932, members included not only model railroaders but also fans of planes, ships and cars. The society meets every Friday at 7 p.m. at the Wallingford Railroad Station where a large HO scale layout is under construction. For additional information and a video of

Index of Advertisers To advertise in the Town Times, call Joy Boone at 860-349-8026. Ianniello Plumbing.....................21 J.C. Farm & Greenhouse ............3 Lino’s Market ...............................2 Lyman Orchards..........................3 Lyon & Billard ............................26 Macri Roofing ............................16 Masonicare................................13 Merry Maids...............................10 Michalowski Agency Ins............13 Middlesex Community College .12 Middlesex Dance Center.............3 Molecular Neuroimaging ...........26 Morse, Tammy ..........................11 Movado Farm ............................20 Neil Jones Home Imp................21 Parker, Rebecca, guitar teacher ... 23 Peaceful Healing .........................6 Perma Treat Corporation ............6 Pet Stop.....................................25 Petruzelo Agency Insurance.....24 Planeta Electric .........................20 Raintree Landscaping ...............22 Raney, Jason, D.M.D................10 Realty Associates................24, 27 RLI Electric ............................5, 23 Roberts Chrysler Dodge ...........28 Roblee Plumbing.......................22 Rockfall Co. ...............................21 Santi, Shirley ...............................3 Sharon McCormick Design .........5 Singles Alternative.....................13 Sisters Cleaning Service...........25 Southern Ct. State University....14 Suzio for Senate........................15 T-N-T Home & Lawncare..........20 Torrison Stone & Garden ..........22 Uncle Bob’s Flower & Garden.....6 VMB Custom Builders...............23 Whitehouse Construction..........21 Windows Plus............................15

PSATs coming to Coginchaug The PSATs will be administered on Saturday, Oct. 16, at Coginchaug Regional High School from 7:45 a.m. till approximately 11 a.m. Students can register for the test in the guidance office from Sept. 20 through Oct. 8. The fee is $24, payable by cash or check. Checks should be made payable to CRHS Activity Fund. For more information, please contact the guidance office at 860-349-7221.

Cribbage league forming The K-Club, 168 Main St. in Rockfall, will host cribbage games on Tuesday evenings beginning Oct. 12, at 7 p.m. Call 860-346-9521 to sign up your team.

Collection to benefit vets The Vietnam Veterans of America have scheduled a collection at the Malcolm residence from Sunday, Sept. 26, through Tuesday, Sept. 28, at 359 Baileyville Road (red house) in Middlefield. The Vietnam Veterans of America support funding for

homeless vets, Agent Orangerelated health programs and improved hospital care for veterans with disabilities at the local, state and national levels. Clothing for men, women and children in all sizes is especially needed, but they are also accepting accessories, shoes, boots, bedding, draperies, curtains, house wares, glassware, jewelry, cosmetics, toys, games, bikes, small furniture, tools and small appliances (no TVs or computers). If you have questions, call 860-349-3845.

D-13 preschool screening Regional District 13 offers a play-based screening for children aged three and four in Durham and Middlefield. The screening allows parents to have their child observed by district professionals in an informal, fun setting to ensure their child’s development is progressing at an ageappropriate level. Participation is also a pre-requisite for a child to be considered as a role model for the preschool program. The next screenings are scheduled for Friday, Oct. 15, at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. in the preschool room at Brewster Elementary School. All district four-year-olds and children turning three by that date are invited to attend. Parental permission and involvement are required. However, it is important for children to separate from their parents during the screening so that the team can get an accurate assessment. Parents will complete a ques-

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last year’s show, visit www.nhsme.org or e-mail to info@nhsme.org. Society members teach a six-week class on “Basic Introduction to Model Railroading” in conjunction with Wallingford Adult Education. Visit www.wallingfordadulted.org for more information.

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Poison control on local radio Amy Hanoian-Fontanna, community education specialist for the Connecticut Poison Control Center, is the guest on the next edition of the healthinformation radio program — Healthline. Hanoian-Fontanna will discuss the state’s Poison Control Center and its role in providing emergency service for poison exposures as well as education for poison prevention. More than two million poisonings are reported each year to 61 poison control centers throughout the country. More than 90 percent of these poisonings occur in the home. Healthline is produced by the Middletown Health Department and can be heard Saturday, Oct. 2 at 3:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m., and 5:15 p.m. on WIHS 104.9 FM and every Sunday throughout September at 5:45 p.m. or on demand at www.cnxradio.com.

Corrections We strive to bring you the most accurate information available, but if you see something that isn’t quite right, give us a call at 860349-8000, and we’ll do our best to correct it. In the final installment of our series on the Powder Ridge rock festival that didn’t happen 40 years ago, Strong School in Durham was named as the center for handling medical problems. In fact, it was Memorial School in Middlefield, as cited in previous articles, which served as the medical center. The correct ticket prices for the Durham Fair are as follows: Thursday $10 (ages 12+) 1-day Adult (Fri-Sun) - $15 1-day Senior (Fri-Sun) - $13 3-day Adult - $32 4-day Adult - $40 Kids 11 and under – FREE Midway bracelets - $20

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tioned where this money has been since the completion of the last project. Melnik said the last project was completed in 2007 and then the state completed their audit of the project in 2008. Since that time the balance of the money has been in the fund balance. The $330,000 was the amount designated in the original educational specifications for the first project as a place holder for paving. It is allowable to transfer money to be used for the same purpose. Johnson asked if the $330,000 was a part of the $440,000 total for paving listed in the presentation for the current project or if it was in addition to it. Melnik said it was included. Johnson asked if the Building Committee plans to put in light towers at the new field or just the bases. Board member Bill Currlin responded that the Building Committee still does not know if it will have enough money for the lights; for now only the bases has been included in the project. The alternate for the lights have not been approved by the committee.

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September 24 September 27 Punctuation Today is National Punctuation Day. Goodspeed Opera How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, a musical comedy, opens tonight and runs until Nov. 28. For ticket info, visit goodspeed.org

SATURDAY

September 25 Dudley Farm Market The Dudley Farm farmers market will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the corner of Routes 77 and 80 in North Guilford. The market features produce, shell fish, beef and lamb, maple syrup, honey, pickles and more. For information, call 860-349-3917. DMIAAB Transfer station closed. Prescription Drug Cromwell Police Department, 41 West Street, will be collecting expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs for destruction from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as part of the prescription drug Take Back program. Additional collection sites may be found at www.dea.gov. Hollywood Live The Greater Middletown Concert Association presents Hollywood Live at the MHS Performing Arts Center in Middletown. For info, call 860347-4887 or visit www.greatermiddletownconcerts.org. Tag Sale First Church of Christ, 190 Court St. in Middletown, will hold a tag sale featuring furniture, boats, collectibles, glassware, household items, cookware, tools, toys and more from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for information, call 860 346-6657.

SUNDAY

September 26 Local Author Amy Bloom, nationally acclaimed author of the newly released collection Where the God of Love Hangs Out, will speak at Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek in Chester at 9:30 a.m. Bagels and coffee will be served. The public is invited to attend. For further information, call 860-526-8920.

Free Movie The Middletown Senior Center, 150 Williams Street, offers a free movie every Monday at 12:30 p.m. Today’s movie is The Red Baron. Community Calendar Middlefield Fire Company is now taking orders for the community calendar, which can include your friends’ and families’ birthday, anniversaries, etc. tonight, and each Monday until October, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the firehouse. Job Search Strategies Marcia LaReau will speak at a workshop from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. at Russell Library, 123 Broad St. in Middletown. She will discuss finding online job opportunities. For information, call 860-347-2528. Durham 60+ Travel Club The Durham 60+ Travel Club will meet at the United Churches fellowship hall on the corner of Rt. 68 and Main Street at 1 p.m. The slate of officers for the new year will be read and there will be a social hour following the meeting. Newcomers are welcome. Banned Books As part of the Literature for a Lifetime series at the Wallingford Public Library, 200 N. Main St. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain will be discussed as a book previously banned. The discussion will take place at the library from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and be facilitated by writer and author Beth Levine. For information, call 203-265-6754 or visit www.wallingford.lioninc.org.

TUESDAY

September 28 Heritage Quilters The Heritage Quilters will meet in the Auditorium at Masonicare, Masonic Avenue in Wallingford. Fabulous flannels will be presented by Ann Marie Gontarz. Guests and new members are welcome; guest donation $5. Refreshment and social time 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. For information, call 203-269-2065. Ornamental Grass Seminar Come to a free seminar on ornamental grasses at Country Flower Farms, Route 147 in Middlefield, at 7 p.m. Odyssey of the Mind

There will be an Odyssey of the Mind information session at John Lyman School at 7 p.m. the meeting is open to all students K-12 and parents interested in Odyssey’s creative problem-solving.

WEDNESDAY

September 29 TOPS Durham TOPS Club meets every Wednesday at 6 p.m. on the third floor of the Durham Town Hall. For info, call Naomi Klotsko at 860-349-9558 or Bonnie Olesen at 860-349-9433. Future of Middlesex County The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals’ Alliance will present “The Future of Middlesex County: A Panel Discussion Focusing On What Lies Ahead For Our Great County” at 8 a.m. at the Inn at Middletown, 70 Main St. Tickets are $15. Call 860-347-6924 or e-mail jpugliese@middlesexchamber.com for info. International Film The Russell Library, 123 Broad St. in Middletown will show Sin Nombre at 7 p.m. followed by a discussion led by Amelia Marie Kiddle. For more info, visit www.russelllibrary.org or call 860-347-2528. Healthy Eating Seminar The public is invited to a seminar on nutrition and brain health. The event, “Food for Thought: Healthy Eating for a Healthy Brain,” will be held at 5 p.m. at The Village at South Farms, 645 Old Saybrook Rd., Middletown. RSVP by calling 860-344-8788. Camp Ingersoll Camp Ingersoll celebrates 50 years with a wine and food tasting event at Gouveia Vineyards, 1339 Whirlwind Hill Rd in Wallingford. Visit www.campingersoll.midymca.org or call 860-343-6207.

THURSDAY

September 30 Produce Collection End-of-summer produce collection will be held at John Lyman School. Students will be collecting home-grown vegetables and fruits in the boxes in the John Lyman School lobby between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Donations from the community are welcome. The produce will be delivered to the residents of

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Sugarloaf Senior Housing in Middlefield and Mauro Meadows in Durham. Contact Margo Novak, John Lyman School, at 860-349-7240 or mnovak@rsd13.org for info. Chamber Breakfast The Middlesex Chamber of Commerce monthly breakfast will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Cromwell from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. and will feature UConn head basketball coach Jim Calhoun. Visit www.middlesexchamber.com or e-mail danielle@middlesexchamber.com. Brewster School The Brewster School open house begins at 6 p.m. Simchat Torah Simchat Torah will be held at Congregation Adath Israel, 8 Broad St. in Middletown, beginning at 7. Enjoy singing and dancing while all of Adath Israel’s Torah scrolls are carried around the synagogue’s main sanctuary. Everyone will have an opportunity to dance with a Torah scroll. Children are presented flags and refreshments will be served. College Night Coginchaug High School hosts a college information night for parents of seniors beginning at 7 p.m. Long Term Care Planning Marcia Bernstein will speak at 7 p.m. at Russell Library, 123 Broad St. in Middletown, about long term care, where it is provided, who needs it, how it is funded and the impact on the family. This information is intended for adults of all ages. Call 860347-2520 to register.

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October 1 Business Networking The local chapter of Business Networking International will meet in the United Methodist Church, 24 Old Church St. in Middletown, at 7:30 a.m. Contact Kirk Hagert at 860-349-5626 for info. Dance Exchange The CFA Theater, on the Wesleyan University campus, will present the Liz Lerman Dance Exchange today and tomorrow at 8 p.m. Visit www.wesleyan.edu/CFA for additional information.

SATURDAY

October 2 Notre Dame Tag Sale Notre Dame Church on Main Street in Durham will have their last monthly tag sale and flea market, rain or shine in the church hall, church garage, parking lot and on the lawn from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Breakfast and lunch are available in the church all. Vendor space is $15, and available by calling Bob Smith at 860-349-0356. Electronic Recycling CRRA will host an electronic recycle event in Essex, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the CRRA Transfer Station, Town Dump Road, off Exit 4 of Route 9. Additional information at www.crra.org. Grand Opening New England Homes Properties will have a grand opening from noon to 2 p.m. at 370 Main St. in Durham featuring raffles, face-painting, food and fun. For information, call 860-349-1222 or visit www.propertiesne.com. Amazing Challenge St. Vincent dePaul Middletown and the Amazing Grace Food Pantry will host the kickoff of the Amazing Challenge from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Monsignor M. Davitt Fox Parish Center at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Middletown. It will feature a soup supper donated by area restaurants, caterers and churches, a live auction and silent auction and music provided by Back Swamp band. For info, e-mail Claudia.defrance@snet.net or call 860-930-3447. MOMS Club Tag Sale The MOMS Club of Durham/Middlefield is holding a multi-family tag sale 99R Haddam Quarter Rd, Durham, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain date Oct. 4). There will be lots of baby and children’s clothes, equipment and toys. Proceeds benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation and the MOMS Club. Hazardous Collection There will be a collection of hazardous household waste from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Moody School, 300 Country Club Rd. in Middletown. Items accepted include paints, batteries, some automotive fluids, solvents, pesticides, fuels, and more. Visit www.themdc.com for additional information.

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Friday, September 24, 2010

Powder Ridge passion continues at Middlefield selectmen meeting By Cheri Kelley Town Times During the Sept. 21 Middlefield Board of Selectmen’s meeting, Powder Ridge was again the topic of a passionate debate. First there was a presentation by attorney Joe Fasi and the town’s finance director Joseph Geruch. Attorney Fasi made his recommendation that interest rates should not drive the financing, rather the project should. He went on to say that if there will be a deal stating the terms, it will most likely come soon. Then if the town chooses, they can permanently finance it or they could continue to do short-term notes, maybe responsive to taxable components. The latter may reduce interest rates over time.

$22,500. It is said that this is just a proposal and that the town can later reject it and so can Mr. Monarca. He stated that he could have sent the letter but wants agreement beforehand. The motion passed, with Johnson opposed. The topic of the Pogmore property was also discussed. Brayshaw stated that they are in limbo on the design for a detention pond to be built on a parcel of land that was purchased for $80,000 split

evenly between Durham and Middlefield. He says that currently the pond cannot be built on the site and they are looking into other ways of solving the problem for the town and Pogmore respectively. There was quite a debate about where the water is coming from that has deposited massive quantities of silt on Pogmore’s property and Cherry Hill Road. There was also a heated discussion See Mfld. BOS, page 11

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Attorney Fasi said the interest rates are currently low, but the Federal Reserve says that interest rates may go lower. He noted that the bottom line is to keep the town’s options open. He explained that when a town purchases land, they purchase the right to use the land, the right to lease the land, the right to develop the land and the right to

mine the land. The town can sell the individual components, and it is up to the town to decide which components to keep and which to sell. Selectwoman Mary Johnson believes that the interest rates are not going to stay this way forever. She feels that the town should lock in now, and not have to refinance again and pay attorney fees for each temporary note or refinance. It was then stated that this October there will be a six percent pay down of the remaining balance, which was agreed to be pleasant news. The short-term notes are for a nine-month period, and Fasi said if you bond now, rates could go lower. If not you could use temporary notes and interest rates could go up. There is always a risk. First Selectman Jon Brayshaw made a motion to authorize the finance director to renew the short-term finances for nine months, which was passed. The members of the public who were in attendance had much to say about the topic. In regards to attorney Fasi’s regarding statements whether interest rates or the project itself should drive the

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Another successful Middlefield Lions community event By Summer Lerch-Spencer Special to the Town Times Sept. 18th dawned cool and overcast. Coffee and lemonade were set up. Flyers, posters and donation jars were in place. The first car came through the line loaded with personal files and papers. It was going to be a good morning for the first annual Lions Club of Middlefield shred-it event. Over 150 cars came through the line. Several had many boxes, some had bags and oth-

Look for the “Middlefield Lions at Work” sign at future Lions community events. From left, RJ Cabelus, Chip, Lou Ouelette, Rich and Tom Gaffey, Summer Lerch-Spencer and Mary Roberts; kneeling, Lisa Stewart and Mark Gribko. Below right, Lions Mark Gribko and Jay Dalo talking while friend Rich helps out demolishing the boxes that were all recycled.

ers small shoe boxes filled with personal information to be shredded. Connecticut Resource Recovery Authority (CRRA) supplied the Shred-It truck. Senator (and Meriden Lion) Tom Gaffey and Chip, both of CRRA, helped unload cars and line up the papers. Lions Mark Gribko, RJ Cabelus, Jay Dalo and Lou Ouellette, with help from Rich, unloaded cars, made sure people were happy and talked about how great it was to be a Lion. Lions Mary Roberts, Lisa Stewart, Lynn Johnson and daughter Alexis and Summer Lerch-Spencer manned the tables, organized and counted the cars and answered questions about the Lions. Lion Steve Eaton from Taftville Lions was there to help also.

There was joy in the air as everyone helped each other. The weather turned a perfect 75 degrees and sunny. Old friends hugged, kissed and caught up. New friends were made. Donations to Lions were contributed. Many people took home information on the good works of Lions, and all people felt safer knowing their personal information was not going to fall into the hands of the “bad guys.” It was a good day to be a Middlefield Lion. And don’t forget us at the Durham Fair this week. Come on over for your sausage and pepper grinders. All proceeds from any donations and the Durham Fair booth go to fund local, state and international Lions projects.

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Town Times has a new reporter By Stephanie Wilcox Town Times There’s a new face in town — and here at Town Times. Cheri Kelley started this week as our new reporter. While we’re excited to bring someone on board who has a fresh perspective and eagerness to learn about our towns, she is excited to become involved in the community. Kelley moved to Rockfall from Wethersfield in April to be closer to her husband’s job at Shelton High School. She was born and raised in East Hartford, where, she says, one could walk through their whole life and not really know anyone. “It’s funny, there were about 2,500 students at East Hartford High School when I attended, and this town has around 4,000 people total,” she said. “Here, I can get to know a lot more people, and for your kids to know where they come from is important to me.” Kelley and her husband Jerry and their two sons Tristan, 4, and Aidan, 18 months, are all enjoying the community. “It’s cozy, welcoming and safe,” she said, noting that Jerry is from Oklahoma and has especially felt at home here. “He’ll say, ‘Smell that

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week. “I’m also looking forward to being able to discover the community and have an insight into community events.” Already, the Kelley family drives around for fun to see what farm stands are open and what there is to do locally. “We’re interested in homemade, homegrown local products and things,” she said. For instance, all last weekend Kelley spent canning in the kitchen with her husband. And you can bet she’ll scope out other homegrown, small town, community people, places and things as reporter for Town Times.

Say hello to Cheri Kelley. smell? That’s alfalfa. It reminds me of home,’” explained Kelley. Kelley has wanted to be a writer and/or artist since she was young. During her undergraduate education, she wrote 15-20 children’s books and illustrated many of them herself. Last January, Kelley received her Masters in education from Goddard College in Vermont, and her interest in writing and the arts have remained a strong interest. “I’m most looking forward to being able to be creative in my work,” said Kelley, who will be covering the Middlefield Board of Selectmen meetings and will do a mix of feature stories, news articles and business briefs each

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Town Times is published every Friday by the Record-Journal Publishing Co. and is delivered to all homes and businesses in Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall. Sue VanDerzee, Editor Stephanie Wilcox and Cheri Kelley, Reporters Brian Monroe, Advertising Director Joy Boone, Advertising Sales Wendy Parker, Office Manager Contributors: Chuck Corley, Trish Dynia, Karen Kean, Karen Koba, Kathy Meyering, Judy Moeckel, Diana Carr.

Ahhh, fall is finally here. This is my favorite season. There's nothing so refreshing as warm weather giving way to cool, crisp days that feature a landscape of bold colors. Unlike many, I've never been sad when summer ends. I welcome the transition to something new. What a coincidence, then, that the first week of autumn is also my first week as the new editor of Town Times. This is a completely new role for me, but this newspaper and these towns most certainly are not. Two years ago I was hired here as the reporter after I submitted a column on my experience that summer. I had just graduated from college and could not get a job. Having majored in journalism, writing about this experience came naturally, and it caught the eye of former Town Times' editor Sue VanDerzee. Not only did she say she would publish my column, but she asked me to come in for an interview. It was a great decision to write and submit that column. What followed became the best experience any journalist-to-be could ask for. Community newspapers and small-town re-

porting can teach you a tremendous amount about people, local government and everything in between. Thankfully, Sue was by my side to mentor me. She helped thicken my skin and prep me for where I am now. Sue has taught me so much, and I can tell you she sincerely tried to put forth the best publication for our towns each week. I feel she is very much a part of the reason the community is so connected and the newspaper is going strong. And I plan to do the same now that I'm editor. Plus I have some ideas of my own. Cheri Kelley will be our new reporter. You can read about her on page 7 of this issue. We are also fortunate to have many dedicated freelancers who contribute to the Town Times every week. You'll find more about them on pages 16 and 17. I look forward to continuing my work with everyone in our towns. Please say hello and bring your story ideas to me. Just so you know if you ever stop by Town Times, I’m now in the back office with the big windows (looking out at fall)! Stephanie Wilcox

Letters to the Editor

Lesser serves without ego

Matt Lesser has demonstrated a high sense of duty and service throughout his two years as State Representative. Many will attest to the fact that his tireless, hard work has had positive impacts into our communities. He is always available and

frequently attends community events. He welcomes calls and questions. He truly values meeting the people and learning what their concerns are so he can bring them to Hartford. He is dedicated to putting the good of the people ahead of everything else. He has advocated for the entire community, ranging from senior citizens to school children, dairy farms and agricul-

Special election letter rules In order to allow the largest number of citizens to express their opinions on the upcoming elections, we set a few special election season letter rules. Number one, the deadline for election letters will be Monday at 5 p.m. Number two, election letters will be limited to 250 words. Also, in order to allow as many people as possible to weigh in, we will not print letters that have already been printed in another publication. For the last week before elections (deadline Oct. 22), only positive letters of support will be accepted. Of course, only signed letters with phone numbers, so we can verify authorship, will be accepted. Please do not send as attachments to e-mail.

Letters policy The Town Times intends to present a forum for the lively exchange of ideas and issues. To facilitate the publication of your contributions, several guidelines should be followed. Letters to the editor must be signed, with a phone number included. The writer will be called to confirm authorship. No anonymous letters will be printed. Contributions by any individual or group will not be published more frequently than once a month. Every effort will be made to print all letters received. However, the selection and date of publication will be at the discretion of the editor. Finally, the opinions expressed by our letter writers are not necessarily those of this newspaper. Deadline: Tuesday noon for Friday publication.

tural fairs. He has personally met with thousands of citizens because he truly cares. To me, one of his most endearing traits is his humbleness; he truly feels grateful that he is able to serve, there is not one drop of ego. The amount of hours he dedicates to his job is off the charts. Please join me and vote for Matt to ensure that we will continue to be so well represented. Susan K. Heuberger, R.N. Middlefield

Support for Davenport As we all get ready for the busy fair weekend ahead, where we celebrate the rich history and traditions of Durham, I am pleased to write a letter of support for my dear friend, Lisa Davenport, candidate for State Senate. Lisa is a perfect representative of our little town and all it embodies. She is a small business owner, mother, wife and community volunteer. Lisa is one of those “busy people” who are always asked to help out. (Need something done, ask a busy person.) She is never too busy to lend a hand or roll up her sleeves and dig in to get the job done. She is EXACTLY what we need for a State Senator. Durham needs representation in Hartford. We need someone who can think out-

side the box, be creative, stretch our dollars and balance a budget (as small business owners do every day), and who will dig in and get the job done. We need an elected official who knows what it is like to work all week, raise a family, and then figure out how to stretch those hard-earned dollars to pay the bills and put a kid through college. Hartford is out of touch with the reality we all face each day. It is time for Durham to be represented in Hartford. Please join me on Nov. 2 by voting for Lisa Davenport for State Senate. Karen Buckley-Bates, Durham

Support for Szewczyk As a member of our Board of Selectmen, John Szewczyk has always been extremely accessible. He continually provides excellent constituent service and hasn’t been afraid to tell constituents where he stands on an issue — even if it might be not the popular position to take. He has always done what is in the best interest of our community, and I have no doubt that he will continue that do that as our State Representative. Please support John Szewczyk this November for 100th District State Representative (Durham,

Middlefield, Middletown). Timothy Shuler, Durham

Durham Fair loans needed One would hope with the economy tanking as it is and no quick solutions for that as of yet, the smart people of the Dumham Fair Association would think a little and consider the typical family of four. Thirty-two dollars for Mom and Dad to get in to the fair, plus $5 to park the SUV and the kids haven’t even seen a cow yet. By the way, cows can be seen for free; try Rover’s Lodge on a Saturday afternoon. Now the kids are going to want something to eat, too. Try a potato, which can be purchased at any store for 40 cents, for $6, or a glass of Kool-Aid for $5. You know, I just don’t understand what world some people are living in. A family of four needs $300 to spend a day at a fair? There’s nothing wrong with capitalism; I’m all for that. What I’m not for is prices that are out of reach for many families. Same thing with baseball and football games. It’s just crazy. I’m tempted this year to bite the bullet and go see REO Speedwagon, because they sing the stupidest song in human history called “I can’t fight this feeling.” It’s so stuSee Loans, page 22

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Along the political trail ... Submit a question for the 2010 Gubernatorial Candidate Forum on Public Education. ConnCan is hosting a gubernatorial candidate forum on education policy on Tuesday, Sept. 28, at 7 p.m. where candidates will speak in depth on their views of public education in Connecticut. We want to hear from you about what education questions you want the candidates to answer during the forum. To submit your questions, email Jessica Bloom at jessica.bloom@conncan.org.

State Rep. Matt Lesser joined members of the Durham Democratic Women’s Club as they baked bread for the Durham Fair. From left, Karen Cheyney, Carole Wray, Rep. Lesser and Karen Dyndiuk. Photo submitted by Martin French

SAFE Trust PAC, the political action committee of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), endorsed John Szewczyk for election to the Connecticut House of Representatives in the 100th District. “John is an outstanding candidate who understands the needs of small businesses in Connecticut,” said Tim Goodrich, NFIB’s regional policy director. “We need representatives in the Hartford area who will vote against higher taxes and costly new regulations that discourage growth and job creation.” Goodrich noted that Szewczyk scored very highly on its questionnaire, which is designed to identify a candidate’s positions on key issues that affect small businesses. “John has exactly the right instincts,” said Goodrich. “He’s going to make an outstanding representative and we’re looking forward to working with him in Hartford.” Over 90 students have already joined “Students for Szewczyk.” John Szewczyk, 1995 graduate of Coginchaug Regional High School and 1999 graduate of Trinity College, has demonstrated his commitment to the youth of our community in various ways, including coaching for nine years in D-13; being part of the first Board of Selectmen that visited Coginchaug Regional School on a regular basis to speak with students about issues effecting them; former staff member of Durham-Middlefield Youth and Family Services; an active youth volunteer in the Hartford Police Athletic League (PAL), where John serves as a police officer; and one of the few elected officials statewide who was willing to publicly speak out against raising tuition rates for college students at Connecticut’s public universities. Before election day, they will be having numerous district wide canvasses, phone banks, pizza parties, etc. Get involved and help a candidate who has made a serious commitment to helping the youth of our community! Absolutely no donations are needed, only time. The first canvas will take place Saturday, Oct. 2. They will meet at Memorial Middle School parking lot in Middlefield at 1 p.m. All are welcome. Food and drinks will be provided. For additional information, find them on Facebook at “Students for Szewczyk” or contact youth field coordinators Amanda Boyle at aboyle@student.rsd13ct.org or Billy Malcolm at wmalcolm@student.rsd13ct.org. Lisa Davenport, candidate for the 12th State Senatorial District, announced the opening of her headquarters on 131 Montowese St. in Branford. Just a few blocks from the Branford Green, the headquarters will be shared by other Branford Republicans seeking office. Having a visible headquarters in the heart of Branford allows maximum accessibility to the voters, said Davenport, who has been waging an ambitious listening tour. Hartford politicians have become out of touch with the concerns of our local communities like Branford, she has said. We need representatives willing to reduce government spending by consolidating state agencies, eliminating waste and cutting a bloated bureaucracy. Lisa Davenport is a native of Durham where she lives with her husband Joe and two children, Ashley and Joey.

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Reading is fundamental

As we get back into grams that are ofLaurie Sinder, principal, the routines of school fered. and the nightly expec- Brewster Elementary School Now that we are tation of homework, back at school, teachreading can at times ers not only work to take a back seat to outinstill the skills needside activities. Readed to help students be ing is more than an asstrong readers, but signment that must be completed for they also, and more importantly, try to school. I think it is important to share inspire students to love reading. We ofwith you some of the wonderful oppor- fer two programs during the school tunities available to students in the year to entice students to read. For the summer and during the school year to past two years we have had an online promote reading. communication program with EASTThe Governor’s Reading Challenge CONN to have students engage in literbegan in 1996, and since then it is esti- ature discussions and to write collabomated that Connecticut students have ratively online with other students read more than 7.5 million books. Con- about the Nutmeg books. Students necticut sponsors the reading chal- read the 10 books that have been cholenge to promote the importance of sen by children and librarians in Consummer reading. Students are given a necticut, and in January students vote form to record the titles of the books on their favorite book. We also have an they read, and the form is returned to online program called Reading Counts. school when students come back from Students start by reading almost any of summer vacation. This year at Korn 98 the books that are available in the listudents brought back their summer brary, classroom or public library and reading log, and both Brewster and then take the corresponding quiz. Korn students will receive a prize for They earn points based on the difficulparticipating in the Governor’s Read- ty of the text and win prizes as they acing Challenge this summer. cumulate points. Our library staff enThis summer Scholastic books chal- joys watching students pump their lenged students to “Read for the World arms with delight when they answer Record.” Students from around the questions correctly and pass the quiz. globe began reading May 1 and ended Do you ever see someone who reads Aug. 31 to try to break the record from while waiting in line, traveling on the the year before, and they did it! Stu- train or even while waiting for a dents from around the world read friend? Some of our best readers al52,710,368 minutes. The top school read ways have a book they are enjoying 895,317 minutes. Students created a when they have a few minutes to password which let them log their spare. Good readers are often good minutes for their school. No personal writers because they can picture how information was required. Korn a story develops and use descriptive School students read a total of 11,785 vocabulary to enhance their story. minutes! Scholastic also collected inElementary teachers had a wonderformation about favorite genres: al- ful professional development workmost 23,000 readers chose Fantasy & shop presented by an educator on the Adventure as their favorite. Scholas- Tuesday before school started. During tic is now working on a global literacy the workshop the presenter shared a project called Read Every Day, Lead a variety of strategies to help students Better Life. who struggle with reading. If our goal The Durham and Middlefield li- is to get all students reading on grade braries offered summer programs to level, we need to provide students adencourage students to read and also ditional time to read and opportunivisit the library. Throughout the sum- ties to be actively engaged in the readmer, both libraries offered special pro- ing process. You can help us at home grams such as a pet parade, hula pro- by reading your favorite books to your gram or arts and crafts. Many students child and having a conversation about also participated in the summer read- why you loved the book. You also can ing program which allowed them to help by establishing a time when your win prizes. Each spring the librarians child reads or you read together each from both Durham and Middlefield day. The time you spend reading with come to the schools to explain about all your child will enrich your time toof the programs they will have, and the gether, enhance their vocabulary and kids are excited to attend all of the pro- promote your child’s love of reading.

A View From District 13

Website poll update

Answers to our last poll question — “As the school year starts for young people, older folks can participate in adult ed. Have you ever taken an adult ed course?” — pretty much confirmed what we suspected. Residents here are interested in lifelong learning. Fifty-five percent have taken an adult ed course, 28 percent would consider doing so, and only 17 never have and never will. Go to www.towntimes.com to answer our newest poll question.

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Mfld. BOS (Continued from page 5) discussion about whether this area should be classified as a wetland, and if so how the town should proceed in the future. The DMIAAB (Durham Middlefield Interlocal Agreement Advisory Board, the transfer station management board) ad hoc study committee will begin meeting in a few weeks. A new HVAC system will be installed at the town hall through a green grant. Brayshaw is hopeful there will be other projects that will also be completed with any money left over in order to make the town buildings more efficient. Brayshaw said it will need to be decided what goes on the website and when and what the process will be. Two appointments were made; Dawn Parkinson was appointed to the Library Board and Sally Lions to the Conservation Commission, with term expirations to be determined.

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Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s running in the Nov. 2 election?

The Middlefield registrars of voters will be in their office at the Community city Center, 405 Main St. on Tuesday, Sept. 28, from 9 a.m. until completion of the preliminary registry list for the Nov. 2, election. Immediately following this session, the registrars will post the names and addresses of electors removed from the registry list. This list will be posted outside the registrarsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; office in the Community Center and in the Middlefield Town Hall.

Take Action ConnCan is hosting a gubernatorial candidate forum on education policy on Tuesday, Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. where candidates will speak on public education in Connecticut. They want to hear from you about what education questions you want the candidates to answer during the forum. To submit your questions, e-mail at Jessica Bloom jessica.bloom@conncan.org.

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not completely sure who is running for which office and who theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re running with and against, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not alone. Our guide below should help. Then, over the next few weeks, the candidates will answer various questions in Town Times so you can learn more about each so your decision at the polls on Nov. 2 will be easier. For both Middlefield and Durham: Governor and Lieutenant Gov.: Republican candidate Tom Foley and Mark Boughton, Democrat candidate Dan Malloy and Nancy Wyman, Independent Tomas March and Cicero Booker. State Senators: Republican Linda McMahon, Democrat Richard Blumenthal, Connecticut for Lieberman

Dr. John Mertens, Independent Warren B. Mosler. State Representative: Republican John Szewczyk, Democrat Matt Lesser. Secretary of State: Republican Jerry Farrell Jr, Democrat Denise Merrill, Green S. Michael DeRosa, Libertarian Ken Moshler, Independent Michael Telesca Treasurer: Republican Jeff Wright, Democrat Denise Nappier, Green S. David Blue, independent Andrew Grant White. Comptroller: Republican Jack Orchulli, Democrat Kevin Lembo, Green Colin D. Bennett, Libertarian Joshua Katz, independent Hugh Dolan. Attorney General: Republican Martha Dean, Democrat George Jepsen, Green Stephen Fournier.

Judge of Probate: Democrat Joseph Marino. For each town individualy towns Representative in congress for Middlefield: Republican Jerry Labriola, Democrat Rosa DeLauro, Green Charles Pillsbury. Representative in congress for Durham: Republican Janet Peckinpaugh, Democrat Joe Courtney, Green G. Scott Deshefy State Senators for Middlefield: Republican Len Suzio, Democrat Thomas Gaffey. State Senators for Durham: Republican Lisa Davenport, Democrat Edward Meyer. Registrar of voters for Middlefield : Republican Jeffrey Drenzek, Democrat Barbara Jean DiMauro.

Suzio to hold meet and greet Len Suzio, the Republican candidate for State Senate will be holding a meet and greet on Tuesday, Sept. 28, at the home of Gary and Sharon Grodzicki, 41 Wallace Way in Middlefield from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Suzioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s candidacy covers Middlefield, Cheshire, Meriden and most of Middletown.nyone wishing to attend should call 860-343-7303 by Sept. 26. Refreshments will be served.

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Durham Government Calendar Special BOS (All meetings will be held at the Durham Library unless otherwise noted. Check the town Web page at www.townofdurhamct.org for updates.) Monday, September 27 7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Board of Selectmen at Town Hall Tuesday, September 28 7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ethics Commission Wednesday, September 29 7:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Board of Education at Brewster School Monday, October 4 7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Board of Selectmen Annual Town Meeting at CRHS 7:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Tuesday, October 5 6:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Public Safety Committee 7:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Midstate Regional Planning, 100 DeKoven Dr. in Middletown Wednesday, October 6 7:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Planning and Zoning Commission Wednesday, October 13 7:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Board of Education at Memorial School

On Sept. 20, in an eightminute special Board of Selectmenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting, where no members from the public were in attendance, First Selectmen Laura Francis stated that the start of the construction on Maiden Lane will be pushed from Oct. 4 to 11. For Durham Fair parking, this weekend, the south side of Maple Avenue will be closed. Francis said the fiscal analysis is tracking the same as it was at this point last year, and that expenditures are about where they should be at 17 percent spent. Four grants were awarded to the town, one is for the resurfacing of Maiden Lane; the total grant amount for this

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scope of work that would be needed to reestablish a natural stream channel. It would be at that point that there would be a clear idea of potential costs and the time that it will involve. It is hoped to be done in early to mid-November, depending on weather and other projects. In new business, Karen Antin, the bookkeeper for Durham, announced her retirement effective January 7, 2011. (In attendance/Cheri Kelley)

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Meeting on Sept. 15, the Planning and Zoning Commission brought the issue of the proposed 155R Harvey Road subdivision to a close. Short of any legal action or appeals, that is. The Town Planner, Geoff Colegrove, laid out 12 conditions for the approval of the vocally protested subdivision. The conditions mostly dealt with properly filing out certain forms or appropriately marking out the conservation easement for the property. However, commission member Campbell Barrett brought up another issue relevant to the subdivision. Barrett cited the case of Jackson Inc v. the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Town of Avon, where the commission successfully turned down a subdivision proposed by Jackson Inc based on the See P&Z, next page

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brought up was how one files a complaint. One resident present at the meeting, Joe Pasquale, wanted to know if there would be a written form or if anonymous calls will be investigated as well. His concern was that of frivolous complaints by an unhappy neighbor, for example. He feels that there should be accountability of the party registering a complaint. He suggested that all complaints be in writing. Selectman Francis stated that it was in her experience that many people will shy away from reporting a violation if their name is attached to it. Yes, she said, it will eliminate frivolous complaints but it will also discourage others from reporting actual violations. Pasquale agreed that would not be beneficial. Another resident, Donia Viola, stated, “Even something

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A public hearing on a stormwater drainage ordinance was held on Sept. 20. First Selectman Laura Francis opened by saying that the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is asking all towns to participate in passing a stormwater ordinance and then to establish a citation hearing process when citations are issued by the town for violations. This new ordinance is not yet required by the DEP but it is highly encouraged. DEP sent a template for all towns to consider and the town’s attorney customized it for Durham. As stated on the stormwater ordinance paperwork, the purpose of this ordinance is to provide for the health, safety, and general welfare of the residents of Durham through the regulation of non-stormwater

discharges to the storm drainage system. The objectives of this ordinance are to regulate what is being added to the storm drainage system by anyone in the town. As well as to prohibit illegal connections and discharges to the storm drainage system and to establish a legal authority to carry out inspection, surveillance and monitoring procedures.

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proposal not fitting the “character of the land.” Barrett noted that the commission’s own subdivision regulations are similar to Avon’s, with section 04.01.01 dealing with the character of the land. But while the town may deny an application based on whether or not it fits with the character of the land, Barrett felt that the people protesting the Harvey Road application failed to adequately demonstrate that the subdivision didn’t fit with the character of the area. As such, he said, “I think we are duty bound to approve,” adding that, “There were no solid facts” about how the subdivision didn’t fit. The rest of the commission was in agreement. The application was approved by George Eames, Catherine Devaux, Campbell Barrett, Steve DeMartino, and Ralph Chase. While members Frank DeFelice, Lisa Davenport, Mike Geremia, and Chris Flanagan were all in attendance, they abstained due to missing one or more of the public hearings on the proposal. The commission also approved Tilcon, Inc.’s permit for excavating and removing material from the south side of Wallingford Road. While a public hearing was scheduled for a permit that would allow the school to screen topsoil and earth materials during the renovations to the athletic field, the commission was unable to proceed with the hearing due to a lack of signage announcing the hearing. As such, they postponed the hearing until their next meeting. Another item brought to the commission came from Attorney Joan Molloy. Molloy’s letter explained the various activities that Greenland Realty has been up to, noting that the company is not in violation of its site plan, despite complaints to the contrary. Molloy’s letter stated that her client is not hauling trash and that truck activity on the site typically occurs between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., with only a few vehicles leaving the site between 6 a.m. and 11 a.m. The letter

also claimed that Diana Cruise’s consistent complaints about the site were motivated by a desire for financial compensation from Greenland Realty, and that she was using the commission to achieve that end. While the commission received the letter, they chose not to comment on the situation or Greenland Realty’s activities. (In attendance/Chuck Corley)

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Middlefield Government Calendar (Unless otherwise indicated, all meetings are held in the Community Center.) Tuesday, September 28 7 p.m. — Zoning Board of Appeals Wednesday, September 29 7:30 p.m. — Board of Education at Brewster School Monday, October 4 7 p.m. — Board of Selectmen Tuesday, October 5 7 p.m. — Levi E. Coe Library Association at the library 7:30 p.m. — Midstate Planning, 100 DeKoven Dr., Middletown

Board of Finance The Sept. 16, meeting of the Board of Finance began with a lengthy discussion of whether agenda items (and the business of the board) could be addressed without the input and cooperation of the town’s finance director. After a recess, the board agreed to continue to work on

unresolved issues with the finance director, and to remove only item six from the agenda (e-mail archiving issue). It was the Board’s opinion that because many budget transfers have been pending since July and the 09-10 budget is already being audited, item five (09-10 Budget Year End Wrap Up) needed to stay on the agenda despite lack of input from the finance director.

Once the agenda was approved, the meeting continued with public comment. First Selectman Jon Brayshaw extended an invitation to the board to attend the Board of Selectmen’s meeting on Tuesday to hear expert opinion on the virtues of bonding and borrowing money, and taxable and nontaxable options. Brayshaw then presented the board with a proposal prepared to address a long-standing drainage problem on the Pogmore farm on Route 147. He indicated that over many years drainage flowing from the Strickland Farm and Phase 3 Industrial Park has caused silt to build up, filling drainage trenches and often flooding the property. As a result, Pogmore is no longer able to farm that piece of his land and has come to the town repeatedly for assistance. Brayshaw asked the board to consider the use of funds in the Industrial Park line item

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to help mitigate damage to the Pogmore Farm. After lengthy discussion, the board agreed the issue needs to be addressed and asked Brayshaw to put both proposals (retention basin/clean and repair existing drainage trenches) to bidding process so that the board has more complete information. The board will then discuss possible solutions with engineers and lawyers, define uses of capital line item funds and determine if those funds can be used for that purpose. The board asked Brayshaw to reassure Pogmore that solutions are being considered. The following budget transfers were approved to wrap up the ‘09-‘10 budget: Fire Department ($669 contingency to equipment/supplies); Public Works ($1 contingency to payroll); Professional Services ($1330 Town Planner to Town Counsel due to Powder Ridge related overage); Land Use Department ($108 from Con-

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for each position, and the auditor should test each of these processes. All agreed, due to the scope of this discussion, a workshop will be set up after investigating Francis and Brayshaw’s availability. Old business included a reminder that the DMIAAB agreement is up for renewal and a brief recount by board member Jeremy Renninghoff of the Board of Education meeting. He hopes to keep the lines of communication open between the Board of Finance and Board of Education.

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was a little kid. She always carries her camera with her, most people know that and don’t really mind. She loves it when her pictures end up on page one, like the photo of Melissa Conway and her dad sitting on the tractor at the Tractor Cruise-in. Karen lives on Main Street in Durham and works for Regional District 13 at Strong Middle School as the Assistant Media Specialist. Karen is also the assistant coach for cheerleading for boys’ basketball and the coach for boys’ tennis in the spring. She is very involved in the Durham fair and gets “fair fever” the week before. She is the Superintendent of Beautification for the fair and she and her crew planted mums and other lovelies on the grounds of the fair. Karen has three grown children: Kate who lives in California, her son Scott, daughter-in-law Melanie and four grandchildren who live in St. Albans, VT, and her eldest, Beth lives in Arizona. Karen also has an aunt Pat in her hometown of Wynantskill, NY, whom she is very close with and adores.

Diana Carr Diana is a new f r e e lancer for the Town Times. She has a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling, and is a certified life coach and hypnotherapist. However, several years of freelance reporting have shown Diana that writing is her true passion. She lives with her two cats and has a son in Sweden and a son in North Carolina. The one in Sweden just made her a grandmother on August 18. Diana has lived in Durham for 23 years and had her own column in the town newspaper when it was The Durham Gazette. It’s good to be back, and she looks forward to learning more and more about this town and its delightful residents.

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Friday, September 24, 2010 Trish Dynia: Trish was born and raised in Middletown and has lived i n Durham for the past 15 years. Her husband, Bob Dynia writes sports features occasionally for The Town Times. Trish has two children a son, and daughter and also a step daughter. She has one grand daughter and two more grandchildren on the way. Her family is rapidly growing and live locally, she is happily awaiting a bustling Thanksgiving table full of family. Trish has been writing articles for The Town Times for the past 10 years. Since graduating from, Charter Oak State College, two years ago, she has been concentrating on local history and just completed a three part series on the Powder Ridge Festival. Trish travels as much as possible most recently to the St. Louis area. So far the furthest she has traveled is to Hawaii, but is hoping to expand her travels to Europe very soon.

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at her computer, under a deadline (she works best under time pressure; she also tends to leave things until the very last minute), saying, “Why did I say I would write this article,” when an article is done and she hits the “send” button, she is always elated. Judy moved to Durham in 1982, when she and Jeff got married. They chose Durham because it was about half way between Hartford (where she worked) and New Haven (where he worked), and because of its rural nature. Before she knew it, she was involved in the Church of the Epiphany, the Durham Fair and then, the Town Times. When they moved to Killingworth in 1997 she left her heart in Durham, and she still has fantasies of moving back.

Learn about the rest of our freelancers in next week’s issue of the Town Times. In the meantime, enjoy their work and say hello when you see them in town and feel free to share your story ideas with them.

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End of summer produce collection Right, first grader Allie Dugan has her hands full of squash at the end of summer produce collection at John Lyman School. Students and their families cared for vegetable seedlings this summer donated by Country Flower Farms. Below, from left, students Cadence Hurlbert, Allie Dugan, Conner Byrne, Brendan Dana and Jocelyn Ram help to load produce from the John Lyman School collection. Donations were delivered to residents at Mauro Meadows in Durham. JC Farms contributed several boxes of produce. The next produce collection will be Thursday, Sept. 30, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at John Lyman School, Way Road in Middlefield. Members of the community are invited to contribute produce as well. The next delivery will be to Sugar Loaf Terrace senior housing and Mauro Meadows. Photo submitted by Margo Novak

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They will be starting on Memorial School next. They should be operational in about six weeks. The installers have been great to work with. They will also be spending time volunteering in the classrooms after the completion of the project. Viccaro said a full day of professional development for teachers was held last week. Ninety-nine percent of the evaluations were very positive. Viccaro said she has been working with the Durham Fair regarding parking, and handicapped parking will be at Strong School on Thrusday and at the high school Friday through Sunday. The next board of Education meeting will take place at Brewster School on Sept. 29.

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from parents that early dismissal days are difficult. Board member Nancy Boyle said she has been contacted by several parents regarding the new delayed openings in the school calendar. She asked if it could be talked about as an agenda item at a later date. Brewster School principal Nancy Heckler said the only parents she has heard from are kindergarten parents who were concerned that their children may be missing days of school. Once she assured them that they would be just having shortened days, they were fine. The teachers are excited about the time the delayed opening days will give them to work uninterrupted on their data plans. Board members asked about alternative options for parents who have child care concerns. Viccaro thought there might be possibilities available for next year involving the use of interns or support staff. Honor Society Viccaro reported that she had information regarding the questions raised about National Honor Society. The high school principal has oversight authority of the committee. He selects the advisor and the selection committee. He can remove students from NHS membership for violations, and he can ask the selection committee to take another look at a candidate. Two parents have contacted the Superintendent regarding NHS. CRHS principal Andre Hauser will be responding to their concerns. Viccaro believes we are following the national guidelines for selection. The selection committee make-up does change; it is not always the same people. Board member Norm Hicks feels that Coginchaug â&#x20AC;&#x153;sets the bar highâ&#x20AC;? for acceptance. It is unfair to compare Coginchaug to other schools. He feels they are doing the right thing. Building Committee update During the Building Committee report, BOE member Currlin highlighted some of the current scheduling for

the project. He said the light bases have been installed. The sidewalks are being poured, and the field is almost ready for the field turf. On Monday the contractors for Field Turf will arrive to inspect the field. The turf should be shipped soon and once it arrives, it will take about 20 days to install. The track surface is still being finalized. The paving of the track surface will take about five days and then the surfacing will begin. The drainage work is on-going. The bleachers are being cut in; footings are being installed now. Other business Melnik said the solar panels at John Lyman School are almost fully installed.

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Students in Phil Moriarty’s Lyman School classroom practice working in cooperative groups, photos center of page. First, they develop expectations for how they should work, then they practice. The problem-solving activity required the class to bring ideas together for one goal and take turns. The goal was to create a picture or a pattern, left, using pattern blocks. Only one person at a time could place one block at a time; they had to build out, not up, and it had to be beautiful. Photo submitted by Phil Moriarty

Strong School collects cans The staff and students of Strong School brought in 382 items of food in only eight days for the Amazing Grace Food Pantry in Middletown. Photo by Karen Freelance Kean

Songs and greetings Mrs. Abbott’s first and second graders at Lyman School shared s o m e getting to know you songs and greetings at the John Lyman School assembly on Sept. 17. They also displayed a graph about their favorite fruits and vegetables. Above, Kayla Wickham, Andrew Liptak, Bayla Patel and Caroline Smith. Left, Zachary Infeld, Connor Willett and Spencer Ricci.

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ways looking for “quality pieces” in good condition that are duplicates of items already in their collection. Donation inquiries may be addressed to him. The museum is not generally open outside of fair time, although it has been opened for the Tractor Pull in August and, upon occasion, for local schoolchildren. Thody says he will consider requests, especially from groups with a preservation focus, such as other museums and historyoriented groups. T h e Farm Museum is a treasure, and there are lots of treasures in it. Don’t forget to visit it when you are at the fair!

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White, Howard White’s mother. It’s a beauty, and worthy of a trip all by itself. This year, the carriage will be on display at the Needlework Department. Mabel Hamma has created an informative display board to accompany it. Look for the photo of baby Howard in the carriage in front of what is now the Fair House and Resident State Trooper’s office. But there is more than one reason to visit the Farm Museum. It’s a way to learn about and experience the history of farming in Connecticut, to see real things that were used by real people in everyday life. “Most of our collection is items that were used here in Connecticut, and some of them were made here,” Thody says. He challenges visitors to find two recent additions to the collection: a “hog oiler” (used to help spread protective ointments onto pigs as they move around the barnyard) and a cherry pitter (a rather oddlooking thing, if you ask me; then again, I have never pitted a cherry except between my teeth). Thody also challenges visitors to stump his knowledgeable committee members with tough questions. If you didn’t get the chance to see carpenter John Tetreault last year, you have another chance this year. Using only hand tools, Tetreault creates wooden items that are true to their roots, such as a carpenter’s bench modeled on benches used years ago. Another return attraction is Rick Bihlmeyer and his fellow blacksmiths, who will be working the forge and anvil in their blacksmith shop. You’ll be amazed to see what they can make out of copper and other metals right before your eyes. You also should take a look at Pot Belly Place, a homey collection of items, including a rocker, a doll carriage loaned by Lillian and Robert White and, of course, a pot belly stove. Thody says his committee is always working on different projects, cleaning up and restoring items in the museum’s collection and new donations. This year, a 1944 John Deere LA tractor, donated by the Edmund Parmelee family a while ago and recently refurbished, will be on display. A 1932 John Deere D tractor, cur-

rently in the process of being restored, will also be there. Like the 1944 tractor, this one also has a Durham history. It started out at Brookfield Farm (Greenbacker’s); then it went to the White Farm on Maple Avenue. It was donated to the Farm Museum in the late 1970s. New this year is a display by the Historic Barns of Connecticut project of the Connecticut Trust for Historical Preservation. This group is documenting existing barns in towns around the state — including at least 20 in Durham and 14 in Middlefield — to raise awareness of their beauty and historical significance and shape policy to help preserve them. Their website, www.connecticutbarns.org, has fascinating photos and information about our agricultural heritage and the role farms play in it. Back at the Durham Fair’s Farm Museum, Bob Thody Jr. reminds you that they are al-

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pid it’s my favorite song, and I might pony up $16 for that. I think the Dumham Fair might be wise to lower the prices and make it up with more attendance. It works for Walmart. I’d jump the fence but I’m getting too old, plus I don’t want to be arrested. See you at the fair? Maybe I can get a loan. Lots of families will need one. Mark J. Czaja, Cato Institute, Washington D.C.

Elect ‘hometown’ senator Connecticut is suffering through a deep recession. Nearly 100,000 people have lost jobs in the last two years and thousands more have had their homes foreclosed. Our legislature voted to borrow a billion dollars this year and deplete the “Rainy Day Fund” to pay for these large deficits. We need a State Senator to

represent us in overcoming this out-of-control spending. I am supporting Lisa Gudelski Davenport. Lisa is a young businesswoman. She and her partner own and operate a home decorating business. She is a wife and mother, a community leader, a willing volunteer in numerous community organizations, an active member of her church and a member of Durham’s Planning and Zoning Commission. Lisa will bring to Hartford fresh ideas and needed energy. She helped organize a fundraising event to bring our Connecticut National Guard troops home for the holidays last year prior to deployment. She leads a group of teenagers every year on a trip to Kentucky to help build homes for less advantaged people. Lisa has strong family values. She and her husband Joe reside on Tuttle Road with their children, Ashley and Joey.

We know from experience how important it is for Durham and Regional District 13 to have hometown representation in Hartford. This year we have a chance to elect such a State Senator. I urge you to get involved and to elect Lisa Davenport as our next State Senator. Maryann Boord, Durham

Vote for Gaffey Please vote for Tom Gaffey this fall for State Senator. Tom has proven to be an effective leader in the State Senate, particularly when it comes to supporting education. Tom makes sure that the state’s children have the opportunity to be prepared to enter the work force when their education is over. He has also made sure that community colleges and vo-tech schools are funded and function properly. Perhaps most importantly, Tom Gaffey has made

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sure that cities and towns didn’t have their state aid cut. He understands that this would just mean high local taxes. His tenure as chair of the education committee in the State Senate has been an example of good leadership as he is a fine steward for our educational standards. Connie Drega, Rockfall

Residency not required Some letters indicate if a person lives in Durham, he can better represent Durham. Having lived in Durham for 40 years, I have seen great legislators with a Durham address and some mediocre ones. Matt Lesser does not have a Durham address, yet he has served Durham well. He has protected Durham’s state aid, keeping taxes down. He has championed funding for District 13 as other towns raised taxes and cut services.

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He and Senator Meyers saved the Durham Fair, responding to the Department of Public Health’s item forcing agricultural fairs to comply with a mass gathering statute. Local organizations use this fair to support causes. He was commended by the Durham Fair Association which is made up of both political parties and unaffiliated voters. Farms in Durham have a strong advocate in Representative Lesser. He has spearheaded an effort to save farms, such as Greenbacker’s. We need legislators to preserve our rural beauty. When highway projects must be carefully chosen, Matt brought state funds to repair Route 68. No one has the right to tell you whom to vote for, certainly not the writer of this letter, but please vote for the man, not the zip code. Carol Wray, Durham

Szewczyk for safety As a Hartford police officer, John Szewczyk knows how to keep people safe. He listens to the safety concerns of the people he patrols, just as he listens to the safety concerns of the Durham residents where he serves on the Board of Selectmen. John Szewczyk is now running for State Representative. He will make great contributions to the legislature’s public safety committee. His unique perspective as a police officer and as a selectman will ensure that others at the Capitol hear his voice. No doubt, our community is one of the safest in the state. Let’s continue that record with someone who knows our safety concerns and who can lend his expertise to laws affecting crime and law enforcement. John Szewczyk for State Representative. Gunther Ohler, Durham

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its most iconic provisions – like Medicare and Social Security – for the first time? Astle also notes that the buying power of the Boomers make them an attractive audience for folks who want to sell things. “That’s why I never invite insurance agents or people with something to sell to speak our groups,” she says. “I invite speakers who are knowledgeable but financially uninvolved.” So, this is your invitation to a dine and learn program at the Middlefield Senior Center on Tuesday, Oct. 5, at 5:30 p.m. (time set so you can get home from work). A light supper will be served and presentations will be made by local Probate Judge Joseph Marino and Nancy

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cans, myself included. I do not believe in a tax and spend mentality. Raising taxes on anyone and exploding the deficit do not solve economic woes. I do believe, however, that the present congressional makeup must be changed in order to facilitate a change back to more of a moderate or conservative viewpoint. Incumbents should be replaced by people who are not professional politicians and who can provide new fresh ideas. The good old boy network must become a relic of the past. We have the opportunity this November to take back America from the politicians. Please get involved at least to the point where you become knowledgeable on the issues and the candidate views on them. Give the newcomers a chance to make a difference. Voting for people like Lisa Davenport and Linda McMahon may be the start to getting us back an America where federal, state and local taxes do not eat up in excess of 50 percent of your income, where unemployment will not be in double digits and where the small business owner can again begin hiring and growing his business. We can only pray that this November we can achieve real hope and change. Cliff Carabetta, Durham

Krodel, executive director of Senior Resources. Judge Marino will speak about the documents that everyone should have in place when looking at retirement, and Krodel will talk about Medicare costs and coverage, and supplemental plans available for health-related needs. She will talk about different insurances from a non-salespersons perspective. The program is free, and Astle hopes lots of people in Middlefield and Durham take advantage of it. All she asks is that you RSVP by Friday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. to 860-349-7121 so that she can have enough food on hand. “I’m really looking forward to learning things for myself,” she said, “and I hope that others in the Baby Boomer generation feel that this will be helpful for them, too.”

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Mighty Mites Win the Salomone Cup By Nicholas Faiella Special to the Town Times The powerful Falcon Mighty Mites played host to the Haddam Killingworth Cougars on Sunday, Sept. 19. The Mighty Mites were looking for more after their opening day victory against Wethersfield, but Cougars are usually difficult to tame. The Falcons lost the toss again this week, but that does not seem to matter as this defense is tough as nails. The HK Cougars tried their best on the opening drive to move the ball, but the Falcons don’t like to give up yardage. The defense, led by Kolby Pascarelli, Michael Roccapriore, Tucker Carroll, Ryan Doyle, Logan Saks, Shea Larkin, Carter Proto, Sebastian Hallock, Kenneth Wallen, Owen Griffin and Nevin Moore, slammed the door on the

Cougars rather quickly on the first possession, and the offense took over with very good field position. Like last week, the offense looked to put points on the board in the first half and were led by a very strong offensive line including Blake Courchesne, Devin Geoghegan, Jacob Toth, Aidan Sarcia, Aaron Faiella, Eric Pitruzzello, Anthony Bizzaro, Michael Andrews and Quinn Forrester with Derek Grant at QB and Evan Faiella, Anthony Santangelo and Terence Murphy in the backfield. A banged up Grant carried the ball on a QB sweep and scampered around the end for an eight-yard touchdown run. The Falcons led at the half 6-0, but could they hang on to record their second home win of the season? The Falcons special teams continued

to exceed expectations. The Falcons received the ball first to start the second half and drove the ball down the field and ate up most of the third quarter with some key blocks from the offensive line but were unable to score. The Cougars opened the fourth quarter with a 30yard drive down to the Falcons red zone but the defense stiffened, as they have done all year. With key stops by Roccapriore, Carroll, Pascarelli and Murphy, they stuffed the Cougars time and time again, and the ball was turned over to the Falcons on downs with 8:50 to play. The offense, led by Ryan Doyle at QB, needed a huge drive to eat up the clock, and they were up to the task.

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Coginchaug soccer U10 boys honored at Quinnipiac On Saturday, Sept. 4, Coginchaug Soccer Club’s U10 boys’ team participated in the opening home game festivities for the Quinnipiac University men’s soccer team. The boys were invited by Coach Eric Da Costa to join his players, walking hand in hand for pre-game player introductions and the national anthem at midfield. The young Bobcat fans cheered on the team as they participated as ball boys throughout the game. CSC coaches Toby Bates and Mark Salley, along with player parents, cooked hotdogs for the Bobcat players after the game as the truly international representation of players shook hands and signed autographs for the kids. Coach Da Costa invites all local soccer fans to help cheer on his players at each home game. Go to www.quinnipiacbobcats.co m (team page/ men’s soccer) for the Bobcat soccer schedule.

Town Times Sports

Friday, September 24, 2010

Time Out Taverne ends season in basement By Bob Dynia Special to the Town Times

The playoffs begin on Sunday, Sept. 26, with three games at Nolan Field in Portland. TOT opens the action against second seed Café 66 at 10 am. Number six Killingworth meets number three Mad Murphy’s at noon; the four/five matchup of Higganum and United Concrete follows at 2 p.m. The winners of the 10 a.m. and noon games meet on Monday, Sept. 27, at 6 p.m. at Nolan. The Higganum/UC winner faces Essex Vets on Monday

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press time, the final regular season league standings and playoff schedule are in place. The Essex Vets are the regular season champions, earning a first round playoff bye, followed by Portland’s Café 66 and Middletown’s Mad Murphy’s squads. Higganum finished in the middle of the pack. United Concrete parlayed their season sweep of TOT into a fifth place finish. Killingworth secured the sixth seed, with the Gray Wonders seventh.

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Friday, September 24, 2010

Falcons B and C squads squads retain the Salomone Cup B Squad Ken Vallone Special to the Town Times The Falcons hosted the H-K Cougars on Sunday, Sept. 19. This was the secod annual Salomone Cup game honoring Coach Dan Salomone. The game was hard fought to the end. The first half proved to be a defensive battle. The Cougars forced four Falcon turnovers

but could not capitalize. The Falcon defense was up to the challenge, led by some great tackling by Gunther Wallach, Zach Vallone, Kyle Salomone and Parker Tregoning. The Cougars were unable to move the ball and the half ended with no score. The second half began with more of the same. The Falcons’ defense picked up where they left off with awesome play by the D-line.

Jared Gibbons, Kyle and Tyler Degennaro and Brendan Rushford didn’t allow the Cougars much running room, and some terrific open field tackling by Michael Cross, Kevin Crompton, Zach Vallone and Wes Benjunas consistently stopped the Cougar offense. In the fourth quarter, the Falcon offense found its groove. On their first possession, Wes Benjunas broke

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