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Selectmen give Levy proper send-off By Mark Dionne Town Times
The resignation of Steve Levy from Durham’s Board of Selectmen became official at their regular meeting on Monday, Oct. 2.
Missing expected state funds, Durham has to manage its finances to hold off cash flow problems and the need for supplemental tax bills. | Mark Dionne, Town Times
Durham still wrestling with state’s late budget By Mark Dionne Town Times
With Connecticut still lacking a state budget in October, potential education cuts to Durham and other municipalities have become more of a reality. Normally, one of the payments from the state to towns like Durham would take place in October. Without a state budget, Governor Dannel Malloy’s executive order to zero out, at least initially, state education funding to 85 municipalities takes effect. Durham and Middlefield are two of those municipalities. Durham First Selectman Laura Francis said at the Monday, Oct. 2 Board of Selectmen meeting, “What that means is the ECS [Education Cost Sharing] payment we were expecting to receive will not come in, but our Regional School District 13 bill is still due.” With Connecticut facing
a deficit of approximately $3.5 billion over two years, the state’s funding for local education has been one of the expected cuts. In the previous fiscal year, Durham received almost $3.9 million from the state for education. According to Francis, Durham has delayed certain transfers and will utilize its capital planning budget to help with cash flow. If the state’s ECS funding to Durham is truly eliminated, the town is expected to run into cash flow problems in the spring, which could resort in supplemental tax bills going out. Malloy pointed to Oct. 13 as a goal to have a state budget. Monday, the Durham selectmen also reviewed the joint meeting held on Sept. 13 with the Board of Finance, the RSD13 Board of Education and the corresponding boards from Middlefield. See Budget, A5
Levy had previously announced his resignation ahead of his move to Georgia to be closer to family. Unfailingly polite and patient in demeanor, Levy served as a selectman since 2011 and, previously, in numerous positions with public safety as a focus. He was a member of the Durham Fire Company for 28 years, with 10 years as chief. He served for a time as Durham’s Emergency Management Director and as a founding member of
On Oct. 2, the Durham Board of Selectmen accepted the resignation of Steve Levy, center. He is pictured with John See Levy, A7 Szewczyk and Laura Francis. | Mark Dionne, Town Times
Canning with CAT workshop The Coginchaug Area Transition held a tomato canning workshop at the Middlefield Federated Church in August. The canning workshop fit with the philosophy of CAT, a group that promotes sustainability and environmental
practices and encourages the use of local resources and community skills. According to CAT member Sue Vanderzee, 80 jars were distributed to participants. CAT will follow up with a
similar workshop, for applesauce, on Saturday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This will be the second applesauce workshop for CAT and will also take place at the Middlefield Federated Church. – Mark Dionne
Workshop participants Jen Kleindienst, Jeff Hush and Kara Sirois can tomatoes. | Submitted photo
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Fire chiefs: Time to act on opioids now First responders urge lawmakers to ‘Do something, as we do’ By Jason Vallee Special to Town Times
Old Mystic Fire Chief Kenneth Richards Jr. and members of the Connecticut Fire Chiefs Association have joined together to send a clear message to lawmakers regarding the opioid epidemic: We’ve had enough talk, it’s time for action. In a position statement sent to state and federal officials
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on behalf of the association, members expressed strong concerns over legislative roadblocks and a lack of government action that has allowed the epidemic to continue to grow nationwide. The organization is calling for an immediate action plan that includes enhancing state and federal laws for those caught dealing dangerous narcotics, and improving recovery options for those suffering from addiction. “In doing our research, we found that an estimated 50,000 U.S. citizens will die this year as a result of opioid and heroin overdoses including nearly 1,000 in Connecticut alone,” Richards said. “If this were another country causing all these citizens to die, the government would have taken military action already. It’s time to treat this epidemic with the same concern.” Richards, a past president of the Connecticut Fire Chiefs Association, said the organization is seeking to have a seat at the table in future discussions, noting that area
The Connecticut Fire Chiefs Association sent a note to legislators recently expressing concerns about the lack of action on the opioid epidemic. Hydrocodone tablets are one of the most common drugs to be abused.
first responders have become experts as a result of the growing number of drug overdoses in communities throughout the state. But right now, he wants immediate action — and so does the Connecticut Fire Chiefs Association. The position statement iden-
tifies first responders including firefighters and EMS personnel as the front line response to the epidemic, crediting responders for their work in saving lives daily. It criticizes the constant use of committees and data gathering as ineffective and slow. While the additional research is conducted, the association warns that people are
continuing to die in record numbers. “This is not the time for talk, assembling task forces and committees, gathering data, or basking in the media limelight,” the statement reads, directly addressing legislators. “We call on you all to See Opioids, A5
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Affordable housing proposal pulled in Middlefield
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The proposal for an affordable housing project in Middlefield has been withdrawn from consideration. The Middlefield Housing Authority, the independent public agency that made the proposal, withdrew its application after an executive session on Aug. 28. The application was withdrawn officially on Sept. 18.
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At that hearing, Middlefield First Selectman Ed Bailey pointed out that the town of Middlefield originally gave the land to the housing authority for the purpose of senior housing and that Raspberry Ridge violated that intent. Bailey said, “The Board of Selectmen is lookThe affordable housing deing into its options with revelopment, called Raspgards to this project, which berry Ridge, would have put is not an elderly housing 36 units on about 9 acres project.” next to the senior housing development Sugarloaf Bailey attended the MiddleTerrace. field Housing Authority’s August meeting, when they The proposal drew vocal ceased the application. opposition from a number of town officials and many Some of the opposition residents. from the public represented a fear of who would live in
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One Middlefield resident at the public hearing said, “These affordable housing projects, going in they’re beautiful. Two years later they’re dumps. Drugs. Crime.” Another speaker said that Middlefield residents wanted to live near “nice people” and not apartments. “We want good people.” As proposed, the project would have been built off of Aresco Drive, currently a dead end road, which also raised traffic concerns. At an earlier Board of Finance meeting, a largely skeptical BOF questioned representatives from the Middlefield Housing Authority about the financial impact on the town. According to several BOF members, the potential cost of school-aged children moving in, at almost $20,000 per student in Regional School District 13, would be greater than the annual payment known as PILOT money, projected at $50,000, Middlefield would collect from Raspberry Ridge. But the people who would See Housing, A9
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At that meeting town officials detailed the potential tax increases and questioned the school budget, the largest bill for either Durham or Middlefield.
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Obituary Devon Schmitt DURHAM — Devon Schmitt, 20, formerly of Durham and Cheshire, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2017. Devon was born Oct. 14, 1996, in Middletown, the son of Donald F. Schmitt, III and Teresa A. Schmitt-Perry. Devon at-
tended both Cheshire High School and graduated from Coginchaug High School class of 2014. He was active with both the Ram and Coginchaug Bands, and jazz bands as a trumpet player as well as an avid snowmobiler. He was known for his love of music, his infectious smile, big heart and his ability to love everyone he knew. He was most recently employed at the family orchard Norton Brothers Farm in Cheshire. Devon was blessed with a
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Greater Middletown Concert schedule The Greater Middletown Concert Association has scheduled its 2017-18 season. Saturday, Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m. Debra Mann, jazz pianist/ vocalist with the Debra Mann Jazz Quintet. Saturday, Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m. “The Magic Flute” with the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra. Sunday, Feb. 11, 3 p.m. Sol Y Canto, a national Latin ensemble.
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Saturday, March 10, 7:30 p.m. The Modernistics present “Song and Dance from the Great American Song Book.”
Levy also owned Durham Veterinary Clinic for 29 years and oversaw the creation of the Veterinary Technician program at Middlesex Community College.
Saturday, May 19, 7:30 p.m. “Aida,” presented by the Connecticut Lyric Opera and the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra.
Durham First Selectman Laura Francis praised Levy for his thoughtfulness and his aim to put the town first. “You have been something of a mentor to me and many in this town,” Francis said.
All performances are presented at the MHS Performing Arts Center, 200 LaRosa Lane, Middletown. For more information and tickets, call 860-343-7555 or visit www.GreaterMiddletownConcerts.org.
Levy was also recognized with a proclamation from
the BOS and given a Durham commemorative plate to take to Georgia. Levy spoke only briefly at the meeting, saying “It’s very satisfying to see that all these things I’ve done have been followed by other people doing the same thing, and probably doing it better, because they are younger and more enthusiastic.” Roger Passavant, co-owner of Rivendell Farm in Durham, thanked Levy for his volunteerism. Of DART’s local presence and activities to rescue animals, Passavant said, “It’s wonderful for horse-owners to know they
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The audience marked the occasion with cake before the Annual Town Meeting where others thanked Levy privately. Levy was the only Democrat on the BOS. State laws prevent one party’s dominance of a town board. The Durham Democrats nominated Tom Hennick to join remaining BOS members John Szewczyk and Francis. Hennick resigned from Durham’s Ethics Commission to take the seat. His election took place with a simple voice vote of the selectmen.
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Very active year for Planning and Zoning By Frank C. DeFelice
community-facility needs, and the conservation of the The period of 2016-2017 was town’s cultural, historic, agan active and transformative ricultural and environmental one for the Durham Planning resources. and Zoning Commission, as This update represented the commission completed many hours of effort on the major updates to its Plan of part of the commission and Conservation and Developnumerous stakeholders ment, its Zoning Regulations, throughout the town. Each and a unified Application commission, organization Form. and committee in town with interests in one or more secThe Plan of Conservation tions of this comprehensive and Development serves as plan had the opportunity to the blueprint for the town’s provide input to the docunear-and long-term future. The plan considers land use, ment through multiple planning workshop meetings. population and economic development patterns, housing, transportation, and
A large number of residents participated in the plan-
ning process by attending the town’s first charrette. Commission members then worked in a collaborative fashion to ensure that the document flowed smoothly, assuring that all sections were consistent with the overall mission of the commission. Through the formal Public Hearing process, residents were provided with a final opportunity to review and offer input to the commission prior to the plan’s adoption. The updated Plan of Conservation and Development became effective Aug. 1, 2016. Following its update of the plan, commission mem-
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I have a tenuous relationship with Father Time, at best. He’s a slippery fellow, and he delights in toying with me. I don’t think we’re the best of friends. He’s a master of illusion, and he makes me feel like I do not have a very firm grasp on reality. Take, for instance, movies. I will be perched in front of my TV, watching a rerun of something I have already seen, thinking I was party to it just last year, and then I will be astonished to see the date of the aforementioned movie. I saw it six years ago! How did that happen? When I go to my naturopath, and he asks me when the symptoms started, I am at a total loss. Last Tuesday? The week before? Or the week before that? I haven’t a clue. I don’t make his job easy. I can’t ever seem to get a handle on the “when” of anything. And don’t get me started on the fun that the old boy has had with my life. (I know, you didn’t mean to!) I think he’s playing a cruel trick on me. He seems to have put the whole shebang on fast forward. Only last week I was in my 20s, and he was whispering in my ear, “No worries. You’ll be young forever.” This has not been the case, however, and I believe that Father Time is holding the intervening years hostage. I’d like to think he’ll
The process commenced with a thorough review of the existing Zoning Regulations by legal counsel. Inconsistencies were identified and, in accordance with counsel’s advice, the commission worked collaboratively to develop legally compliant language. Through the for-
mal Public Hearing process, residents were provided with a final opportunity to review and offer input to the commission prior to adoption. The updated Zoning Regulations became effective June 30, 2017. During this same period, the commission released its newly-revised Application Form in both paper and electronic (online) formats. This form simplifies the application process for our residents and businesses. – The writer is Durham Planning & Zoning Commission Chairman.
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bers initiated the process of addressing inconsistencies between the town’s Zoning Regulations and current case-law standards. Conformity with recent court decisions is particularly important for land-use commissions because these rulings determine the criteria for lawful land-use decisions.
give them back to me someday, but I don’t think he will. Almost every parent knows this one, or if you’re not there yet, you will be soon enough. Our kids are grown, and we don’t know how it happened. It’s a shock, really. They were just babies the other day. I really wish Father Time had slowed that one down, and kept them by my side just a bit longer. A lot longer. He knew how much I loved raising those boys, so this one’s really unforgivable. Sometimes he dims my memories of those long-ago days, but at other times he offers some up, so that I may have a few moments of nostalgia. I look back at old pictures and I think, “Was that really me?” It was all so long ago, in a galaxy far, far away. A short skirt. A coquettish pose. I can’t even remember what I was thinking at the time. Did I have youth’s unshakable faith that all would go well, forever, and that I would realize every one of my dreams, and that the world was my oyster? I probably did. Yeah, there have been some nips and tucks on that one. Oh, and here I am, frozen in time, on my way to the prom. Pretty dress, awful hair, nervous because this was my first real date. (I was a late bloomer!) And I remember how my friend and I ditched our dates after the prom and went sailing. See All good, A9
We can’t afford it To the editor: Regional School District 13 is facing a budget crisis thanks to the uncertainty of state funding and a possible executive order from Gov. Malloy that would leave our towns with no aid at all. As a result (per Town Times article on Sept. 22) Durham residents may face a tax increase of 4 or 5 mils, and Middlefield 1.5. At the same time, there is a discussion about whether we should invite in affordable housing. Durham and Middlefield have just spent a lot of money on a school building-use analysis and forecasting future student enrollment. RSD13 just closed Korn school, reconfigured school building use, retired teachers and shuffled staff around the district. With affordable housing we are probably looking at increased student enrollment. Was that projected as part of the building-use analysis or study of future enrollment? The study indicated falling enrollment. Most residents are already burdened with before- and after-school care costs, rising health insurance premiums for families, and daily living expenses. In most two-parent families, one income is no longer an option. It was reported by Town Times last year that more residents were taking advantage of local food pantries, which is indicative of a poorer middle class. Neither the town or Regional School District 13 is financially prepared to entertain affordable housing and the new students that would draw into the district. We can’t afford it. Carolyn Salzano Middlefield
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Cancer Society needs volunteers The American Cancer Society’s Road To Recovery program is in need of volunteers to donate their time and passenger seat to help get cancer patients to their lifesaving appointments and treatment. Road To Recovery is a free program that provides transportation to and from treatment to cancer patients who do not have a ride or are unable to drive themselves. Volunteers must have a valid driver’s license, a safe and
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>> All good And here I am posing for a family picture with my little bambinos. Ryan was 3, Jordan was a year old. I’ve got that fake smile reserved for pictures, where I am trying not to look like George Washington, with his somber face, but also trying to not look deranged with a grin that shows way too many teeth. My boys look like they would rather be anywhere else.
So Father Time, let’s get back to you. You have whisked me through my stay here way too fast. I must ask, “What’s the hurry?” I wouldn’t mind if you took a more leisurely stroll through my remaining years. Come on, buddy, work with me. And for those of you who feel that you haven’t heard from me in a while, remember, I am probably thinking that I called you just last week.
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have lived at Raspberry Ridge, whether imagined as school-aged or adults, remained a focus. At both the public hearing and the earlier meeting of the Board of Finance, members of the public asked if Middlefield residents could be given priority, which would be illegal housing discrimination. Middlefield put a notice on its website of the application’s withdrawal. The notice read, “The project is not moving forward. There are no further public hearings scheduled for this matter.” The Raspberry Ridge devel-
opment would have brought Middlefield’s stock of affordable housing from less than 2.5 percent to slightly less than 5 percent. Connecticut uses financial and some legal means to encourage towns to have 10 percent of their housing stock categorized as affordable, which is defined as having a rent no higher than 30 percent of the median income. As Middlefield has not hit the 10 percent threshold, future developers of affordable housing, including private ones, can still take advantage of a streamlined process.
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Chamber seeking young business professionals The Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce has formed a “Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs� group in the Central Connecticut region. The goals of this group are to educate and motivate the next generation of business leaders to start and grow businesses across our region and state; provide networking and social opportunities for these new leaders to meet and form lasting business relationships and gain a stronger voice in setting policy and priorities to affect and improve economic and community development across the state and region. For more information, contact Mark Walerysiak, Jr. at the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce at mark@centralctchambers.org or 860-584-4718. Membership in the group is not limited to Chamber members, but is open to any young professional, entrepreneur, or student (age 40 and under) pursuing a career in business. It is envisioned that this group will hold a series of feedback sessions for businesses, non profit and community projects and entities; provide social and business networking gatherings at local venues; and host various civic, service, and professional education events and activities with leading experts in business and leaders in community development. The group will also maintain an active web and social media presence.
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Seeking ideas - The Senior Center is looking for new programs to offer. Share thoughts and suggestions with Sue D’Orvilliers, 860-349-7121. Volunteers needed - Volunteers are needed to assist with senior meals. No experience required. Approximately three hours per month. For more information and to volunteer, contact Sue D’Orvilliers at 860-349-7121. October Book Club - Tuesday, Oct. 10, 1 p.m., at the Community Center. “Defending Jacob� by William Landay. All are welcome. Cribbage, Mahjong boards - People have expressed interest in playing cribbage and Mahjong, but boards and tiles are needed. Drop-in. Weekly exercise - Classes are scheduled to resume
Bridge players - Bridge games are scheduled for Thursdays and Fridays, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., at the Senior Center. Knowledge of how to play bridge is required.
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AARP Smart Driver Course - Tuesday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Senior Center. A fee is charged. Registration and pre-payment is required. For more information, call Sue D’Orvilliers at 860-349-7121. For more information regarding Senior Center programs, call 860-349-7121. Free blood pressure screenings - Free blood pressure screenings are scheduled for the first Wednesday of each month at the Senior Center. Senior lunches - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Meals provided to residents of Middlefield and Durham, 60 years and older. For more information, call Sue D’Orvilliers at 860-349-7121.
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National Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 9 to 14 Started 90 years ago to promote fire safety, National Fire Prevention Week – Oct. 9 to 14 – is marked annually on the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire in 1871. This year, the focus is “every second counts, have two ways out” – having two ways of escape from a fire. The average time people have to escape from a fire is two minutes from the time a smoke alarm sounds. Most people do not have an escape plan in the event of
a fire. An outside meeting place, where all can meet to insure that all are out of the building, is something that should be determined. There should be two ways out of every room that can be easily accessed. Doors and windows should not be blocked and both should be able to be opened without any special tools or devices. Remove anything in the way that could prevent quick escape. Take into consideration what might happen if the exit
was blocked and how much time it would take to remove anything in the way. Always close all doors and windows behind you when exiting. This will prevent the spread of smoke and fire and may contain the fire to one area. Choose an outside meting place that is a safe distance away from the building. The meeting place should be at something that does not move, such as a tree or utility pole. Practice the escape plan when all are home to insure that all know where to go in a fire.
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Test the smoke detectors monthly to be sure they are working. Replace batteries whenever the clocks change to daylight savings or standard times. Smoke detectors have a life span of only 10 years and the entire unit should be replaced at that time. Most detectors are dated on the bottom. If unsure of the installation date, they probably are out-dated. Many new smoke detector models now have a 10-year battery that never needs replacing. Smoke detectors should be in every bedroom, outside of every sleeping
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STEAM Camp Regional School District 13 has scheduled a STEAM Camp for Monday, Oct. 23, for students in first through sixth grade at Memorial, Lyman and Brewster schools. A fee is charged.
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Science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics activities, including designing mini-pumpkin launchers, making slime, creating found art/sculptures, building structures out of everyday materials, and more, is planned.
Changes to several state laws, including those covering hate crimes, human trafficking, and domestic violence, took effect Sunday.
For more information, contact Brenda Parness at bparness@rsd13.org.
The new hate crimes law alters the protected class of gender identity to include gender identity or expression. It also adds mental disability to the list of protected groups of people and increases penalties for various offenses, including threats against religiously affiliated facilities. The new human trafficking law adds to the list of activities that constitute sex trafficking, expanding the definition beyond compelling or inducing a minor to engage in prostitution. The law now also applies to “the recruitment, harboring, transportation, or provision of a person for the purpose of engaging in sexual conduct with another person for a fee.” Domestic violence legislation broadens the definitions for third-degree stalking to include acts that would
reasonably cause emotional distress. It also clarifies that first- and second-degree stalking can occur through the use of electronic or social media. Some of the 141 new laws which took effect Sunday include revising the statute on sexting by a minor to provide the protection to anyone under the age of 13. The law, which protects minors from punishment as a sex offender when they send nude images to each other, originally only applied to teenagers.
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No vote on veto override By Mike Savino Record-Journal staff
HARTFORD — The budget stalemate continues after the House failed to vote Tuesday to override Gov. Dannel P. Malloy’s veto of a Republican-crafted budget that was approved last month.
budget, and we need to get it sooner than later, certainly in October,” Malloy said. He also told reporters after the meeting that staff members for his office and each of the legislative caucuses would talk about various issues Wednesday, followed by another meeting between himself and lawmakers Thursday.
The outcome resulted in accusations of political posturing from Republicans and Democrats as budget negotiations are now just days away from what appears to be another deadline.
Before the meeting, leaders from each party tried to frame their proposal as the best way to avoid the executive order’s cuts, including the elimination of Education Cost Sharing grants for 85 towns.
Malloy said that with scheduling conflicts for lawmakers ahead, the legislature would likely need to adopt a budget by Oct. 13 to avoid having the stalemate stretch into December.
Aresimowicz suggested Republicans didn’t move for a veto override to avoid having to talk about their budget, which has been criticized by officials from Hartford and from public universities and
House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz, D-Berlin, called the House into session Tuesday to consider an override of Malloy’s veto of the Republican budget. The legislature adopted the budget on Sept. 15 with support from eight Democrats, but Malloy vetoed the plan last Thursday.
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Fasano pointed out that the Connecticut Education Association is seeking an injunction to block the executive order’s cuts for education aid, while Attorney General George Jepsen said it’s not clear what constitutional limits exist for the governor in
Republicans admitted they didn’t have the votes Tuesday to override Malloy’s veto — they need 24 additional votes in the House for a two-thirds majority — but said they could get support over time. See Veto, A14
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“Right now, there is no alternative that is out there that can garner a majority of support in this building,” Senate Republican Leader Len Fasano, R-North Haven, said. “We have a budget that can do that. They don’t like it — I
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After it became clear no vote would occur, House Majority Leader Matt Ritter, D-Hartford, suggested lawmakers come back to the Capitol soon to approve $850 million in new revenue that appears in the Democratic and Republican budgets to avoid the municipal aid cuts that are in Malloy’s executive order, which remains in place.
“Given the opportunity to discuss, defend, and vote for a veto override on their budget, the Republican Party decided to take a pass,” he said.
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“Sitting down with Democrats, it’s very clear there’s a lack of understanding of what our budget does and what is in our budget,” Rep. Vincent Candelora, R-North Branford, said. “Dialogue is important.”
Republicans could still call for an override vote when the House returns for action, as the legislature has not ended its special session. Aresimowicz determines when to call the House back in for a vote, though.
“Let’s stop talking about something that doesn’t exist,” he said. “Let’s get rid of the impossible and move to the possible, and if we all take our political parties off our sleeves, we can get to a budget.”
House Minority Leader Themis Klarides, R-Derby, said she also wants to keep the budget on the table, as Republicans say their budget should be the basis for negotiations because it garnered
Aresimowicz said Republicans are wasting time trying to build support for their budget, and he called Tuesday’s session as a way to conclude the debate on an override and refocus on the
Democrats also believe they have an alternative to Malloy’s executive order, pointing out that the Republican budget and the Democrats’ deal with the governor, which never got a vote, have iden-
tical revenue changes that would produce $850 million. Ritter said the legislature should adopt those changes to give Malloy the funds needed to undo some of his cuts. Republicans said the legislature should work toward a budget, though. Malloy said his staff needs to study whether the constitution would allow that proposal. msavino@record-journal.com 203-317-2266 Twitter: @reporter_savino
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Carnival - The Westfield Community Carnival is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 6, 5 to 10 p.m., 94 Miner St., Middletown. Free admission. For more information, visit www. westfieldcarnival.com.
Tag sale - Notre Dame Church, 272 Main St., has scheduled a tag sale for Saturday, Oct. 7, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Last tag sale of the season, furniture must go. Bookcases, coffee tables, end tables, cribs, china cabinet, chairs, bureaus and more. For more information, call 860 349-3397.
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Pileated woodpeckers - A free video presentation featuring a pair of pileated woodpeckers during the breeding season is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 17, 6:30 p.m., at CFPA Headquarters, 16 Meriden Road, Middlefield. Registration is recommended. For more information, Emma Kravet at ekravet@ctwoodlands.org.
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Book discussion - A discussion of “The Hate U Give” by Angie Thomas is scheduled See Calendar, A16
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Silk’n Sounds seeks new members
Valley Chordsmen seeking singers
Mid-Lea Garden Club seeks members
Silk’n Sounds chorus, a women’s four-part a cappella chorus, is looking for new members. Women of all ages and musical backgrounds are welcome.
The Valley Chordsmen, a chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, is seeking male singers. Participants can experience fun and fellowship of singing four-part harmony. For more information, call Rich Dziura, at 860-747-5451.
The Mid-Lea Garden Club is looking for new members. The club meets the third Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Middlefield Community Center.
For information, call Lynn at 203-623-1276.
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North is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 28, 6:30 to 11 p.m., at Italian Society Hall, 74 Court St., Middletown. Dinner and dancing to Eddie Forman Orchestra. A fee is charged. Proceeds benefit St. John Paul II School. For more information, call 860-347-7706.
for Wednesday, Oct. 18, 7 p.m., at the Middlefield Federated Church, 402 Main St., Middlefield.
Saturday, Oct. 21 Football - CRHS vs. Lewis Mills at CRHS, 1 p.m.
Football - CRHS vs. OSW, away, noon.
Saturday, Oct. 28 Holiday bazaar - St. Colman Church, corner of Hubbard and Cherry Hill road, has scheduled “A Country Christmas” holiday bazaar for Saturday, Oct. 28, 9 a.m. o 2 p.m. Lunch, raffle and booths. Polish Night - Polish Night
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POWERWASHER, WOOD/MECH TOOLS, RAIN BARRELS, HARDWARE, LADDER, GARDEN TOOLS CALL 203-606-3274 WOMEN’S BICYCLE HELMET - Never worn, Trek, asking, $15. (860) 384-1183.
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Always buying coins, gold, silver, antiques, collectibles, estate & broken or unwanted jewelry. Live auction & estate services avail. Rick’s Antiques & Coins, 428 N. Colony Rd., Rt. 5, Wlfd. 203-269-9888. www.ricksantiques andcoins.com
DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate. 203-235-8431. WANTED TO BUYMachinist Tools, Tool Boxes, Lathes. Please call 860-478-0042
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AFFORDABLE - Used Dryers, washers, fridges, stoves, repairs available. Wallingford, 475-201-9001.
Furniture & Appliances FLORAL PATTERN COUCH, good condition, 80" l x 30" w, $75.00. Please call 860-621-2721
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English & French Bulldogs $950+; Yorkie Mix $650+; Labs $950+; Bengal Kittens $550+; (860) 828-7442
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Help Wanted WELDER/FABRICATOR Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication, Light Structural, Min 5-10 Yrs Experience, steady work, good benefits. Call for interview. 860-828-3762.
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Businesses & Services Attics & Basement Cleaned GARY Wodatch Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris removal. Quick, courteous svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Cell, 860-558-5430
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Bridge games, all welcome
Coginchaug Thunder Basketball has scheduled 2017-18 tryouts as follows: Tuesday, Oct. 17 at Coginchaug High School, fifth grade boys and girls, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m., and sixth grade boys and girls, 7:45 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18 at Coginchaug High School, seventh grade boys and girls, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m., and eighth grade boys and girls, 7:45 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19 at Coginchaug High School, scrimmage tryout (in addition to the regular tryout), fifth grade boys and girls, 6:30 to 7 p.m.; sixth grade boys and girls, 7 to 7:30 p.m.; seventh grade boys and girls, 7:30 to 8 p.m.; eighth grade boys and girls, 8 to 8:30 p.m. All participants must register at cbcthunder.org. Drop off and pick up children at the appropriate times. For more information, contact Adam Poturnicki at apoturnicki@hotmail. com.
Durham Recreation schedules bridge games at the Durham-Middlefield community center. The games are held every Friday, starting at 6:15 p.m. Classes are adapted to suit any person’s needs or concerns. Call Jim Martinelli at 860-346-6611.
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urday, Oct. 14, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., for students in grades 11 and 12. Registration is required.
noon. Reservations are required. Call 860-349-3153 by Wednesday, Oct. 11, at noon.
Adult programs
Nonfiction book discussion. Monday, Oct. 16, 7:30 p.m. “Just Kids” by Patti Smith. New members welcome.
Free soup and salad luncheon for Durham seniors. Friday, Oct. 13,
Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.
Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Find great local eats - MenusCT.com AJ’s Oasis Café
Athena II Diner
Banana Brazil Grill
Colony Diner
142 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06451 203-634-4912 facebook.com/ajsoasiscafe New Menu, Daily Lunch specials serving American Cuisine. Family Owned, operated. Recipient of Record-Journal’s Peoples Choice Award Best Wings. Kitchen open M.-Sat 10-10, Sun. 11-10
124 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06451 www.bananabrazilgrill.com
320 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663 www.athena2diner.com Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Accept Q Cards. Serving North Haven for 30 years. Daily specials and full liquor available.
611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for old-fashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.
Now Open. Offering Authentic South American Cuisine. Buffet changes daily. Join us for a friendly atmosphere and fresh cooked meals.
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Route Ten Restaurant
124 Church St. Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-9431 www.facebook.com/pages/Duchess -of-Wallingford/119682821380599 Celebrating Over 25 Years in Wallingford! Our Success comes from dedication to quality,freshness & variety! Breakfast cooked to order. Open 7 days for breakfast lunch & dinner.
16 River Road South Meriden, CT 06451 (203) 440-0462 Hours: M, W & Th 12P-10P | F, S & S 12P-12A
Now open! Located inside of the Village Barn, featuring Chef/Owner Rick Tompkins! Old fashioned comfort food featuring daily specials. Best foot long hot dogs around!
532 West Main Street Cheshire, CT 06410 (Next to Pop’s Pizza) 203-439-0960 We are dedicated to providing a professional, light-hearted atmosphere with delicious Japanese and Korean dishes. Catering and Platter available – BYOB restaurant. Open Mon-Sat 11AM-9PM.
3810 Whitney Avenue Hamden, CT 06518 (203)-691-9990 OPEN 7 DAYS 5AM-3PM SUMMER SPECIAL: Mon-Fri Get a 12oz. coffee, egg & cheese sandwich with bacon OR ham OR sausage for $4.50 from 5AM-9AM. Outdoor seating, BREAKFAST & LUNCH ALL DAY.
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