Saturday, September 15, 2007
Potapaug's Walk on the Wild SidePotapaug Audubon presents "Walk On The Wild Side," a program/hike, at Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge, Salt Meadow Unit, 733 Old Clinton Rd. in Westbrook on September 29th at 1:30 p.m. As participants walk the one-mile trail (some stamina is required for uphill portion) they will encounter speakers along the way. Many LIVE ANIMALS will be seen: squirrels, possums, snake, turtles, frogs, salamander and various birds including a saw-whet owl. Also, there will be a bird banding demo (more live birds), wildlife drawing by a nature artist/cartoonist, invasive species identification samples (vegetation), and a stuffed fisher (aka "fisher cat"). Plus, for children, a Nature Hunt and a Quiz and they will receive a free toy. Refreshments served after program.
This program is FREE. No registration required. Directions to Salt Meadow: From I-95. Exit 64. South onto Horse Hill Rd/Route 145 (about 1,000 feet) to the blinking light. Go left onto Old Clinton Rd. Go one mile. Refuge on right. For more info call 860-399-6400 or 860-304-1650.
This program is FREE. No registration required. Directions to Salt Meadow: From I-95. Exit 64. South onto Horse Hill Rd/Route 145 (about 1,000 feet) to the blinking light. Go left onto Old Clinton Rd. Go one mile. Refuge on right. For more info call 860-399-6400 or 860-304-1650.
Sen. Meyer Proposes Legislative Ethics Committee
Citing the criminal convictions of two state senators in the past two years - former state Sen. Ernest Newton for taking bribes and misusing campaign funds, and Sen. Louis C. DeLuca for conspiring to threaten a family member, while at the same time offering to use his elected office to help a man associated with organized crime - state Sen. Ed Meyer is calling for the creation of a legislative Ethics Committee empowered to investigate and recommend sanctions against legislators who have engaged in misconduct.
"The Connecticut General Assembly does not have an adequate structure to deal with certain forms of misconduct by its own members, be they House or Senate members. That vacuum results in both an uncertainty of process and the loss of public confidence," Sen. Meyer said. "To fill that void, I'm proposing the creation of a legislative Ethics Committee whose sole business would be to address accusations of ethical transgressions by its own members."
A legislative ethics committee typically differs from a state ethics commission or other law enforcement/ethics groups (e.g. the State Elections Enforcement Commission) in several ways, including:
• They author and enforce their own Code of Conduct, which is different and separate from state ethics laws and elections laws.
• Members are elected legislators, not citizens or public officials who are appointed by the governor or other leaders.
• They provide 'internal' oversight, versus the 'external' oversight that an ethics commission provides.
• They concern themselves only with legislative branch matters, versus the executive branch matters that an ethics commission also considers.
"In the next legislative session that begins in February, I will be introducing either legislation or a rules change that will create a legislative Ethics Committee. As I envision it, this committee would be composed of an equal number of Democrats and Republicans who are empowered to receive complaints concerning the alleged misconduct of state legislators," Sen. Meyer said. "This committee will write its own ethics code, and will have the power to issue subpoenas for the production of relevant documents and to compel the testimony of witnesses."
Sen. Meyer said such a committee, after an investigation, would then recommend to the full House or Senate an order of censure, reprimand, a fine, suspension, expulsion, or that no action be taken - much in the same way the Senate's Bipartisan Committee of Review is now charged with making a recommendation in the DeLuca matter.
"The Connecticut General Assembly does not have an adequate structure to deal with certain forms of misconduct by its own members, be they House or Senate members. That vacuum results in both an uncertainty of process and the loss of public confidence," Sen. Meyer said. "To fill that void, I'm proposing the creation of a legislative Ethics Committee whose sole business would be to address accusations of ethical transgressions by its own members."
A legislative ethics committee typically differs from a state ethics commission or other law enforcement/ethics groups (e.g. the State Elections Enforcement Commission) in several ways, including:
• They author and enforce their own Code of Conduct, which is different and separate from state ethics laws and elections laws.
• Members are elected legislators, not citizens or public officials who are appointed by the governor or other leaders.
• They provide 'internal' oversight, versus the 'external' oversight that an ethics commission provides.
• They concern themselves only with legislative branch matters, versus the executive branch matters that an ethics commission also considers.
"In the next legislative session that begins in February, I will be introducing either legislation or a rules change that will create a legislative Ethics Committee. As I envision it, this committee would be composed of an equal number of Democrats and Republicans who are empowered to receive complaints concerning the alleged misconduct of state legislators," Sen. Meyer said. "This committee will write its own ethics code, and will have the power to issue subpoenas for the production of relevant documents and to compel the testimony of witnesses."
Sen. Meyer said such a committee, after an investigation, would then recommend to the full House or Senate an order of censure, reprimand, a fine, suspension, expulsion, or that no action be taken - much in the same way the Senate's Bipartisan Committee of Review is now charged with making a recommendation in the DeLuca matter.
Friday, September 14, 2007
To the Editor:
We have read with great interest the letters in Killingworth Today and the other local press in support of one or the other candidates for First Selectman. As registered Democrats we were quite disappointed that the recent party caucus chose not to renominate Marty for a second term despite his record of accomplishment: purchase of the Wettish property to expand recreational facilities for the youth of the town, upgrading of the town's infrastructure, more active management of the town workforce. I have recently had the opportunity to work with Marty on researching the possibility of installing alternative energy sources to offset or even eliminate the town's rising energy expenses and have found him to be a man who has no shortage of ideas to improve the lot of his fellow citizens. Read more
We have read with great interest the letters in Killingworth Today and the other local press in support of one or the other candidates for First Selectman. As registered Democrats we were quite disappointed that the recent party caucus chose not to renominate Marty for a second term despite his record of accomplishment: purchase of the Wettish property to expand recreational facilities for the youth of the town, upgrading of the town's infrastructure, more active management of the town workforce. I have recently had the opportunity to work with Marty on researching the possibility of installing alternative energy sources to offset or even eliminate the town's rising energy expenses and have found him to be a man who has no shortage of ideas to improve the lot of his fellow citizens. Read more
Blancaflor dribbles between two Valley defenders. Photo courtesy S. Mazzotta.
Republican October Fest
The Killingworth Republican Town Committee will be having an October Fest on Saturday , October 13th from 2:00-6:00 PM. This will be held at the Gorski home 18 Wolf Hollow Lane. "The home of the beautiful Christmas decorations."
The purpose is for the public to meet our candidates who will be leading our town for the next four years. This also will be replacing our annual Island party fundraiser.
Please RSVP by replying to this Email or by calling 663-5620. The cost is $30 per couple and $5 per child. We need to plan on how much food to purchase! Children and your friends are welcome.
I would like to commend everyone that participated in the challenge!
Not to repeat myself but contrary to popular belief, pedestrians DO NOT have the right of way! Vehicles have the right-of-way except when pedestrians are in a marked crosswalk (like in downtown Clinton or Madison) where there are signs clearly posted. And bicycles have to follow the rules of the road just like a motor vehicle. The following is an excerpt from Chapter 3 BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY from the DOT. Read more
I would like to put my two cents into the debate about the speed limits around Killingworth. I have not lived here for very long but since my move here I have observed that many roads in Killingworth are very narrow and cannot accommodate two cars traveling in the opposite directions at the same time. Read more
If any residents who are concerned about the abuse of the speed limits in our town would like a first hand look at how the problem is solved, I would suggest visiting Pequot Avenue in Mystic. This residential street which runs parallel to Allyn Street has a 25mph speed limit and has several speed ramps designed for 30 +/- mph strategically spaced along the road. Some of the streets in Noank have similar ramps. These streets in Noank are of course not as rural as Killingworth's however perhaps our neighbors in New London County at one point had a similar problem and have found a practical solution. Employing some of these devices in Killingworth would presumably allow the resident trooper time to respond to other matters in turn sparing us all from reading anything more from Mr Waters on the subject.
Jeremy Maxwell
Not to repeat myself but contrary to popular belief, pedestrians DO NOT have the right of way! Vehicles have the right-of-way except when pedestrians are in a marked crosswalk (like in downtown Clinton or Madison) where there are signs clearly posted. And bicycles have to follow the rules of the road just like a motor vehicle. The following is an excerpt from Chapter 3 BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY from the DOT. Read more
I would like to put my two cents into the debate about the speed limits around Killingworth. I have not lived here for very long but since my move here I have observed that many roads in Killingworth are very narrow and cannot accommodate two cars traveling in the opposite directions at the same time. Read more
If any residents who are concerned about the abuse of the speed limits in our town would like a first hand look at how the problem is solved, I would suggest visiting Pequot Avenue in Mystic. This residential street which runs parallel to Allyn Street has a 25mph speed limit and has several speed ramps designed for 30 +/- mph strategically spaced along the road. Some of the streets in Noank have similar ramps. These streets in Noank are of course not as rural as Killingworth's however perhaps our neighbors in New London County at one point had a similar problem and have found a practical solution. Employing some of these devices in Killingworth would presumably allow the resident trooper time to respond to other matters in turn sparing us all from reading anything more from Mr Waters on the subject.
Jeremy Maxwell
Thursday, September 13, 2007
The HK Volleyball team defeated Cromwell, 3-0. Game scores were: 25-16, 25-18, 25-20. Erin Moriarty had 12 kills and Ally Pratt had 13 digs and 6 kills.
Dan Wendt scores versus Valley with a header. Photo Courtesy P. Cumpstone
Here we are in September, school has begun and it is time to think about getting our gardens ready for the fall and winter. This is a good time to take a walk around your garden and think about which plants would be better in different places. This could be because they are growing taller than you expected or perhaps because you have too many pinks or yellows together or maybe it has just gotten too big for the space and needs to be divided and moved. While you can divide and/or move plants in the spring, if you do it in the fall they have a chance to establish and grow good roots. Then when they start to grow again in the spring they will not have the shock of being moved! There's more!
These columns as well as meeting and event reminders are available from the Garden Club's web page at www.Killingworthtoday.com/EGC
These columns as well as meeting and event reminders are available from the Garden Club's web page at www.Killingworthtoday.com/EGC
3, 2, 1, Grand Finale is this Saturday!
Women's Organization Proposes Activities Sign
The Killingworth Women's Organization asked the Board of Selectmen Monday evening to endorse the construction of an activities sign on town property near the transfer station and Rocco M. Reale Memorial Field. The KWO is looking to promote events and student achievement at the high school. By highlighting activities and individuals, the KWO hopes to better connect Killingworth residents with the positive things going on up at the high school.
The proposed sign would measure six feet by five feet and would be maintained and updated by volunteers from the KWO. The sign's size does not comply with current zoning regulations so the KWO will ask for a special exception from the Zoning Board of Appeals. The BOS emphasized the importance of keeping the sign updated and gave the project its unanimous endorsement.
The proposal was awarded a mini-grant last spring by Youth & Family Services. The $250 grant was made possible by a Community Impact Grant from the Middlesex United Way. Organizers Joan Wilson and Andrea Schull said in addition to the grant, additional fund raising and donations will be used to pay for the construction and installation.
The proposed sign would measure six feet by five feet and would be maintained and updated by volunteers from the KWO. The sign's size does not comply with current zoning regulations so the KWO will ask for a special exception from the Zoning Board of Appeals. The BOS emphasized the importance of keeping the sign updated and gave the project its unanimous endorsement.
The proposal was awarded a mini-grant last spring by Youth & Family Services. The $250 grant was made possible by a Community Impact Grant from the Middlesex United Way. Organizers Joan Wilson and Andrea Schull said in addition to the grant, additional fund raising and donations will be used to pay for the construction and installation.
Thank you for your efforts to improve the quality of life in Killingworth. The debate will continue between those that believe it is their right to determine how fast they wish to drive, and those that wish to protect the rights of the others that seek to maintain a better quality of life. Read more
I have been reading the various responses to the recent awareness and sensitivity on the speeding issue in Killingworth, and have recently pondered some issues that have perplexed me relative to the speeding issue, and pedestrian rights'. Read more
In regards to the recent speed limit concerns: The majority of our roads are small and windy. They exemplify the whole meaning of "living" in the country. Most of us moved here in appreciation of the town as whole, roads included, we weren't forced to move here. So I say, respect this aspect of our town, respect the laws and respect your neighbors. Drive smart and do the right thing, slow down and try to enjoy our roads and scenery. As for the roads; they were paved for a reason. They were paved, striped and are maintained to accommodate vehicles. Bikers, walkers and horse riders need to better understand this. When a vehicle approaches, move over to the shoulders, respect the size of the vehicle and use common sense. It's my opinion that we don't need more police, we don't need (want) more traffic lights and we all want to live in our town safe and secure. Scot Thomas
I'm not one to share my opinion often... and I'm still not sure that I'd like to. That being said...
The speed limit challenge was an interesting experiment. However I think maybe only five percent of the town may have participated. I live on Green Hill road and find my self dodging cars ever day as I cross the street to get my mail. I also love it when people honk at me as I try to leave my driveway. If they weren't driving fast, I'd probably see them coming.
I don't think the speed limits in town are realistic. However I do think people need to slow down for safety.
On another topic. Maybe if people slowed down, they would notice all the littering that's been going on... Every week I'm picking up Dunkin Donuts bags, napkins, beer cans, soda bottles that are litter my stretch of Green Hill.
To put it simply.. People need to start acting more responsible.
Richard Forristall
I have been reading the various responses to the recent awareness and sensitivity on the speeding issue in Killingworth, and have recently pondered some issues that have perplexed me relative to the speeding issue, and pedestrian rights'. Read more
In regards to the recent speed limit concerns: The majority of our roads are small and windy. They exemplify the whole meaning of "living" in the country. Most of us moved here in appreciation of the town as whole, roads included, we weren't forced to move here. So I say, respect this aspect of our town, respect the laws and respect your neighbors. Drive smart and do the right thing, slow down and try to enjoy our roads and scenery. As for the roads; they were paved for a reason. They were paved, striped and are maintained to accommodate vehicles. Bikers, walkers and horse riders need to better understand this. When a vehicle approaches, move over to the shoulders, respect the size of the vehicle and use common sense. It's my opinion that we don't need more police, we don't need (want) more traffic lights and we all want to live in our town safe and secure. Scot Thomas
I'm not one to share my opinion often... and I'm still not sure that I'd like to. That being said...
The speed limit challenge was an interesting experiment. However I think maybe only five percent of the town may have participated. I live on Green Hill road and find my self dodging cars ever day as I cross the street to get my mail. I also love it when people honk at me as I try to leave my driveway. If they weren't driving fast, I'd probably see them coming.
I don't think the speed limits in town are realistic. However I do think people need to slow down for safety.
On another topic. Maybe if people slowed down, they would notice all the littering that's been going on... Every week I'm picking up Dunkin Donuts bags, napkins, beer cans, soda bottles that are litter my stretch of Green Hill.
To put it simply.. People need to start acting more responsible.
Richard Forristall
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
The Girls Soccer game versus Valley Regional was postponed until Thursday at 3:45 pm.
Would like to put my 2 cents in. I can't believe people actually agree with speeding in this town !!
Sincerely, Virginia Roija
I actually went 25 miles per hour on Green Hill Road yesterday, feeling a little braver about the whole thing knowing that my very slow driving was being sanctioned. To my surprise a huge gray SUV followed me all the way to Madison (where I can speed up to 30) and kept a respectful distance the entire way! This is not typical, however. But if that happened to be you headed west at about 8:45 behind a small Honda Civic I want to thank you!
The return home at about 3:00, however, was less relaxing. I had a line of about 9 cars behind me....and maybe it's my imagination but I could feel their frustration with me. Normally I would have pulled over to let them go by but I was doing my September 10th experiment. The good news is I was not tailgated (!) and I did notice a difference in the overall speed of drivers yesterday.
My conclusion is that 25 mph on our side roads is an unrealistic speed unless you are on a curve. Not only since no one actually drives at that speed (besides the four people I mentioned in an earlier letter), but also because unrealistic rules make me crazy. On the other hand, if we keep the speed "limit" at 25 then 40 will feel fast to the average driver. If we bump it up to 30 then perhaps 45 will seem reasonable and that's when I think the speed is downright dangerous and disrespectful to pedestrians and bike riders who, if I'm not mistaken, actually do have the right of way.
Divinna Schmitt
Mr. Waters: While I commend your research into federal laws about traffic flow and speeding, your views on safety and the well being of your town's citizens are quite off. I understand that maybe the reason why you took so much time to mention the word corruption might mean that you have an agenda with another office but then it comes to cars and their DEADLY capability when meshed with either a citizen, another car, or a tree the only logical thing that comes from this equation is a law that prohibits speeding. I'm only 21 years old, didn't have my license until I was 18 - don't even drive and I know this - maybe it's because my father taught me what was right or wrong or maybe it's because any logical human being would see the importance for such a rule. In high school my teammates and I would run all over the school district. We would come across our share of problems on the road (dogs, etc,) but one that we never failed to miss on the quiet and windy streets of Haddam and Killingworth was a speeding car not taking a second to perhaps realize that there were high school students (this district's children,) on the road doing what they loved. For you to say "There is no speed problem in town". People drive safely because no one wants to get into a accident," shows that you have no capacity to observe. I don't even live in Killingworth and whenever I drive through to a friend's house, I have 60 cars at my rear end with evil grins on their face. It's like the American Grand Prix. Whose going to win? It's not an easy answer and for you to simply just say no to speeding limits, is outrageous. I'm starting to sound like some over-zealous soccer mom. I'm not a hater but I also don't want someone to die from some careless speeding on a quiet and windy road in Killingworth. Just because you think you have a handle on your car and can stop at any minute doesn't mean you're going to be successful. How would you feel then?
Ryan MacNeely
Sincerely, Virginia Roija
I actually went 25 miles per hour on Green Hill Road yesterday, feeling a little braver about the whole thing knowing that my very slow driving was being sanctioned. To my surprise a huge gray SUV followed me all the way to Madison (where I can speed up to 30) and kept a respectful distance the entire way! This is not typical, however. But if that happened to be you headed west at about 8:45 behind a small Honda Civic I want to thank you!
The return home at about 3:00, however, was less relaxing. I had a line of about 9 cars behind me....and maybe it's my imagination but I could feel their frustration with me. Normally I would have pulled over to let them go by but I was doing my September 10th experiment. The good news is I was not tailgated (!) and I did notice a difference in the overall speed of drivers yesterday.
My conclusion is that 25 mph on our side roads is an unrealistic speed unless you are on a curve. Not only since no one actually drives at that speed (besides the four people I mentioned in an earlier letter), but also because unrealistic rules make me crazy. On the other hand, if we keep the speed "limit" at 25 then 40 will feel fast to the average driver. If we bump it up to 30 then perhaps 45 will seem reasonable and that's when I think the speed is downright dangerous and disrespectful to pedestrians and bike riders who, if I'm not mistaken, actually do have the right of way.
Divinna Schmitt
Mr. Waters: While I commend your research into federal laws about traffic flow and speeding, your views on safety and the well being of your town's citizens are quite off. I understand that maybe the reason why you took so much time to mention the word corruption might mean that you have an agenda with another office but then it comes to cars and their DEADLY capability when meshed with either a citizen, another car, or a tree the only logical thing that comes from this equation is a law that prohibits speeding. I'm only 21 years old, didn't have my license until I was 18 - don't even drive and I know this - maybe it's because my father taught me what was right or wrong or maybe it's because any logical human being would see the importance for such a rule. In high school my teammates and I would run all over the school district. We would come across our share of problems on the road (dogs, etc,) but one that we never failed to miss on the quiet and windy streets of Haddam and Killingworth was a speeding car not taking a second to perhaps realize that there were high school students (this district's children,) on the road doing what they loved. For you to say "There is no speed problem in town". People drive safely because no one wants to get into a accident," shows that you have no capacity to observe. I don't even live in Killingworth and whenever I drive through to a friend's house, I have 60 cars at my rear end with evil grins on their face. It's like the American Grand Prix. Whose going to win? It's not an easy answer and for you to simply just say no to speeding limits, is outrageous. I'm starting to sound like some over-zealous soccer mom. I'm not a hater but I also don't want someone to die from some careless speeding on a quiet and windy road in Killingworth. Just because you think you have a handle on your car and can stop at any minute doesn't mean you're going to be successful. How would you feel then?
Ryan MacNeely
Haddam-Killingworth Project Graduation
Believe it or not, the HKHS Project Graduation Committee will soon start planning an alcohol and drug free Graduation Party for the Class of 2008!
Businesses, Parents, Interested Citizens are all needed to make this event a success.
The next meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 9,2007 at 7:00pm in the Lower Media Center. Please stop by and find out more about this worthwhile event. Let's start early to make this a memorable evening for our Seniors. General Comments/Questions: Trish Hatin 663-3451(trishhatin@sbcglobal.net) Sue Craffey 3453908 (jcraffey@snet.net)
Businesses, Parents, Interested Citizens are all needed to make this event a success.
The next meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 9,2007 at 7:00pm in the Lower Media Center. Please stop by and find out more about this worthwhile event. Let's start early to make this a memorable evening for our Seniors. General Comments/Questions: Trish Hatin 663-3451(trishhatin@sbcglobal.net) Sue Craffey 3453908 (jcraffey@snet.net)
HK Rec Offers Horseback Riding
The Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department is offering Horseback Riding Lessons this fall for ages 6 & up. The fee is $135 (non-residents add $10). Session I begins the week of September 10th and runs for 6 weeks. The fee is $195 (non-residents add $10). Session II begins October 22nd and runs for 4 weeks. The fee is $135 (non-residents add $10). Participants can go on either Mondays, Tuesdays or Fridays - there are two time slots, 5:00 - 6:30 pm and 5:30 - 7:00 pm. There is a max. of 3 participants per time slot. There will also be a Saturday time slot from 11 - 12:30 pm.
This beginner horseback riding class will cover grooming, saddling, riding, safety skills, as well as fun games. Lessons are geared for the novice rider. All equipment will be provided. More advanced students who have taken this class before are welcome. Please note - instructor may have to pair participants up according to age and ability. Classes are held at the Dream Meadow Farm at 412 Candlewood Hill Road in Higganum. Please call the HK Recreation Department at 345-8334 for more info.
This beginner horseback riding class will cover grooming, saddling, riding, safety skills, as well as fun games. Lessons are geared for the novice rider. All equipment will be provided. More advanced students who have taken this class before are welcome. Please note - instructor may have to pair participants up according to age and ability. Classes are held at the Dream Meadow Farm at 412 Candlewood Hill Road in Higganum. Please call the HK Recreation Department at 345-8334 for more info.
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Comments from a day of "Driving the Limit"
Send your comments to editor@killingworthtoday.com
Killingworth Highway Foreman Walt Adametz said he noticed that cars were definitely going slower on Green Hill Road yesterday. He and First Selectman Marty Klein were at the intersection of Green Hill and River Roads to examine the sight line for the intersection. Residents have complained that cars traveling in excess of 50 mph on Green Hill cannot be seen from River Road and therefore pose a great risk to those trying to enter onto the road.
After reading Tom Waters' recent letter suggesting that there should be no speed limits in Killingworth and Jeff Smith's congratulatory backing of Water's letter, one can only assume that they are some of those guilty of speeding and perhaps tailgating in our town.
Taking Waters' letter a step farther, just because most types of crime are 'down' in Killingworth, why not just do away with all of our laws, as well as law enforcement? It is because of this kind of 'thinking' that our society and country is sinking fast! Where are our values? Is there no longer a right and a wrong? Anyone coming down any of our roads doing 60 or 70 mph should be arrested, PERIOD! Water's letter, simply stated, is NUTS, and it is shocking that anyone in our town would actually agree with it!!!
Mike Board
I did make an attempt to follow the speed limits today and I was not surprised to see the the rooftops of other cars hugging my bumper. In attempting to drive the speed limit I especially noticed school bus speeding. On my way to the office I encountered 2 buses speeding, one going at least 40 mph on Green Hill and not making a complete stop at a stop sign!
Kimberly Kelly
Killingworth does indeed have its share of problem drivers. Based on my experiences many of these drivers are either younger people with their usual sense of immortality or elderly people with their usual keen sense of mortality.
While I applaud the "Drive the Limit" Challenge and agree that we would all like to re-educate the dangerous problem driver that we see on our streets, I also feel that we must be realistic and pragmatic in our approach. Someone close to me was recently pulled over by a very eager young State Police Officer for driving; get this, 30 MPH in a 15MPH zone. Has anyone ever actually tried to drive 15 miles per hour? I think that my nine year old can ride her bike faster. Much of Route 148 has a speed limit of 25MPH. How long do you think it would take to get from Route 81 to Route 79 at 25 MPH? Does anyone think that these speed limits are a little slow? When where these speed limits evaluated last, 1940, 1950? Read more
Send your comments to editor@killingworthtoday.com
Killingworth Highway Foreman Walt Adametz said he noticed that cars were definitely going slower on Green Hill Road yesterday. He and First Selectman Marty Klein were at the intersection of Green Hill and River Roads to examine the sight line for the intersection. Residents have complained that cars traveling in excess of 50 mph on Green Hill cannot be seen from River Road and therefore pose a great risk to those trying to enter onto the road.
After reading Tom Waters' recent letter suggesting that there should be no speed limits in Killingworth and Jeff Smith's congratulatory backing of Water's letter, one can only assume that they are some of those guilty of speeding and perhaps tailgating in our town.
Taking Waters' letter a step farther, just because most types of crime are 'down' in Killingworth, why not just do away with all of our laws, as well as law enforcement? It is because of this kind of 'thinking' that our society and country is sinking fast! Where are our values? Is there no longer a right and a wrong? Anyone coming down any of our roads doing 60 or 70 mph should be arrested, PERIOD! Water's letter, simply stated, is NUTS, and it is shocking that anyone in our town would actually agree with it!!!
Mike Board
I did make an attempt to follow the speed limits today and I was not surprised to see the the rooftops of other cars hugging my bumper. In attempting to drive the speed limit I especially noticed school bus speeding. On my way to the office I encountered 2 buses speeding, one going at least 40 mph on Green Hill and not making a complete stop at a stop sign!
Kimberly Kelly
Killingworth does indeed have its share of problem drivers. Based on my experiences many of these drivers are either younger people with their usual sense of immortality or elderly people with their usual keen sense of mortality.
While I applaud the "Drive the Limit" Challenge and agree that we would all like to re-educate the dangerous problem driver that we see on our streets, I also feel that we must be realistic and pragmatic in our approach. Someone close to me was recently pulled over by a very eager young State Police Officer for driving; get this, 30 MPH in a 15MPH zone. Has anyone ever actually tried to drive 15 miles per hour? I think that my nine year old can ride her bike faster. Much of Route 148 has a speed limit of 25MPH. How long do you think it would take to get from Route 81 to Route 79 at 25 MPH? Does anyone think that these speed limits are a little slow? When where these speed limits evaluated last, 1940, 1950? Read more
The Killingworth Volunteer Fire Company responded to the following incidents during the week beginning Sunday, September 2, 2007:
Sunday September 2:
• 3:09 PM: Medical emergency, Route 81
• 3:14 PM: Medical emergency, Surrey Ridge Rd
Monday September 3:
• 11:47 AM: Medical emergency, Route 81
• 2:12 PM: Medical emergency, Woodland Trl
Tuesday September 4:
• 10:22 AM: Medical emergency, Robin Ln
Thursday September 6:
• 8:19 AM: Medical emergency, Route 148
• 8:44 PM: Medical emergency, Roast Meat Hill Rd
Friday September 7:
• 10:31 AM: Medical emergency, Dudley Towne Rd
Saturday September 8:
• 12:23 PM: Medical emergency, Roast Meat Hill Rd
• 10:51 PM: Medical emergency, Overlook Farms Rd
Congregational Church Sunday School Registration
The Killingworth Congregational Church will hold Sunday School registration and the first day of class for the 2007/2008 year on September 16, 2007. Registration begins at 9:30am in the church hall. For more information, please contact Tina Moore at 860-345-8828 or mooreavonpl@hotmail.com
Monday, September 10, 2007
Today's the Day! "Drive the Limit" Challenge
Just One Day ?
As you are driving to work, school or on your daily errands, think:
Do you know the speed limit of the roads you travel everyday? Do you know when the speed limit changes? How often do you check how fast you are driving? Do you travel the same speed as the cars around you?
At the end of the day, think:
Is speeding really a problem? Does driving the limit make you feel more in control? Is speeding something residents should just get used to? Are there roads in town that should have a 25 mph speed limit?
One day.... take note of the differences in your driving habits. Take the challenge! Share your experiences at editor@killingworthtoday.com.
Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen
Monday, September 10, 2007 at 7:00 p.m.
Town Office Building
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of minutes of Regular Meeting held August 27, 2007 and Special Meeting of August 22, 2007
3. Visitors:
4. Tax Abatements & Refunds
5. Appointments/Vacancies:
6. Old Business:
1. Custodial Service - Award of Bid
7. New Business:
1. Bid Opening Hwy. Dept./PU Truck - Award of Bid
2. Discussion - Green Hill & River Rd. Intersection/speed of traffic
3. Discussion of Sign/Town Property/Killingworth Women's Organization
4. Review of BOS Mtg. Agenda Format
8. MK Announcements
9. Selectmen's Concerns
10. Adjournment
Agenda as of 11:30 a.m. Friday, 9/07/2007
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Cub Scout Registration Friday
A registration and informational meeting will be held on Friday, September 14th at 7 PM at the KES music room for all new and returning Cub Scouts. All boys in grades 1 through 5 are welcome to join.
Our Scout Pack will be seeking two parents from the new Tiger Dens (1st graders) to volunteer to be Den Leaders, so please consider becoming part of the Pack.
You may call Mark Simoniello at 663-2060 if you have any questions.
Our Scout Pack will be seeking two parents from the new Tiger Dens (1st graders) to volunteer to be Den Leaders, so please consider becoming part of the Pack.
You may call Mark Simoniello at 663-2060 if you have any questions.
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Sunday, September 09, 2007
To the Editor:
We are promised an interesting election in Killingworth this year. There are three parties and three candidates for First Selectman. All three have a track record in town. Mr. Albrecht, the Democrat candidate, served one term as First Selectman and was denied a second by the voters. Mr. Klein failed to receive the nomination of his party for a second term, and Mr. Cabral has completed a high-powered term on the Board of Education.
No one can blame the voter who is feeling confused about whom to support this year. However, there is nothing confusing about Rich Cabral's demonstrated energy, dedication and effectiveness in an unpaid public office when he served on the Board of Education. Almost unheard of in the past, Rich attended district classes and town meetings in addition to the Board of Education meetings. His work amazed all who observed his performance in office.
Obviously, good government in Killingworth will be best served by the election of Rich Cabral to the office of First Selectman.
Bruce Campbell
We are promised an interesting election in Killingworth this year. There are three parties and three candidates for First Selectman. All three have a track record in town. Mr. Albrecht, the Democrat candidate, served one term as First Selectman and was denied a second by the voters. Mr. Klein failed to receive the nomination of his party for a second term, and Mr. Cabral has completed a high-powered term on the Board of Education.
No one can blame the voter who is feeling confused about whom to support this year. However, there is nothing confusing about Rich Cabral's demonstrated energy, dedication and effectiveness in an unpaid public office when he served on the Board of Education. Almost unheard of in the past, Rich attended district classes and town meetings in addition to the Board of Education meetings. His work amazed all who observed his performance in office.
Obviously, good government in Killingworth will be best served by the election of Rich Cabral to the office of First Selectman.
Bruce Campbell
The Killingworth Republican Town Committee (KRTC) thanks all of our candidates in this November's municipal election for their willingness to serve our town. The Republican candidates collectively represent more than 200 years of elected service in Killingworth. They have also volunteered in many other capacities. We are offering an enthusiastic team who all look forward serving our citizens.
The KRTC has vowed to find the best possible candidates regardless of party affiliation. Therefore, we have cross endorsed the positions of Treasurer and Tax Collector. Furthermore, we are not opposing the Democratic candidate for the Planning and Zoning Commission.
During the campaign season, our Republican candidates will strive to meet as many of our citizens as possible. We plan to conduct a door to door campaign in many neighborhoods. Candidates will come to your home with one of your neighbors so that you will see a familiar person who can introduce you to our candidates. Our selectmen candidates will be wearing red caps identifying them as Richard Cabral and Fred Dudek.
Election campaigns typically use the telephone in order to disseminate information. Our committee finds "robo-calls" annoying. During this campaign if we feel it is important to contact citizens via the telephone, be assured that you will be speaking to a person and not a prerecorded message. We look forward to a productive campaign.
Richard Cabral and Fred Dudek
"The Intelligent Choice"
The KRTC has vowed to find the best possible candidates regardless of party affiliation. Therefore, we have cross endorsed the positions of Treasurer and Tax Collector. Furthermore, we are not opposing the Democratic candidate for the Planning and Zoning Commission.
During the campaign season, our Republican candidates will strive to meet as many of our citizens as possible. We plan to conduct a door to door campaign in many neighborhoods. Candidates will come to your home with one of your neighbors so that you will see a familiar person who can introduce you to our candidates. Our selectmen candidates will be wearing red caps identifying them as Richard Cabral and Fred Dudek.
Election campaigns typically use the telephone in order to disseminate information. Our committee finds "robo-calls" annoying. During this campaign if we feel it is important to contact citizens via the telephone, be assured that you will be speaking to a person and not a prerecorded message. We look forward to a productive campaign.
"The Intelligent Choice"
