To the Editor:
If folks can create suspension bridges as in this picture, (note also the man walking the bridge in front of the truck) why can't we create a simple one that lies across the solid road and conduits on Reservoir Rd temporarily? Looks simple enough, to be nothing more than wood and cables that would be laid across the current structure as a temporary fix? What kind of equipment does Reservoir Road have to handle? After viewing the picture I am at a loss.

Richard Graham

HK Sports: The Cougar Varsity Baseball team suffered its second loss of the season to the Old Lyme Wildcats, 5-2, on Friday. HK played well and held the lead for most of the afternoon, only to have one inning come back to haunt them in the end.

The Cougars struck first in the top of the first when Alex Pollack drilled an RBI sacrifice fly to deep center to score AJ Margnelli. Steve Landell followed with an RBI single that scored Sean Zapatka making the score 2-0.

HK maintained that lead all the way until the fourth inning when Old Lyme pushed five runs across the plate thanks to four consecutive singles and an HK error that led to two unearned runs. Other than that inning, the Wildcats were only able to get two hits off of HK starter Lou Annino. For the game he went six innings, allowing six hits and three earned runs while striking out three and walking none.

The Cougars hit the ball hard all afternoon, but their would-be hits kept finding the gloves of the Old Lyme fielders. Landell (2-3, RBI, 2B) and Pollack (1-2, RBI)led the offense on the tough luck afternoon. HK falls to 5-2 on the season and will wait until Monday to play East Hampton at home at 3:45.

A message from your Fire Marshal

The Forest Fire Danger remains HIGH throughout Middlesex County with warm weather and continued LOW humidity forecasted through this weekend.

NO outside burning should occur whenever conditions are deemed by the DEP to be High, Very High, or Extreme.

The Killingworth Fire Company has responded to three brush fire incidents in the last week, two involving campfires. The largest incident burned between 3 to 4 acres of woodland. In another incident a home gardener was burning leaves and garden debris which could have threatened his own home. The burning of leaves, grasses and garden vegetation is prohibited because of air pollution considerations. Garden materials and leaves should be composted.

Connecticut's woodland areas are in the Spring fire season which runs from mid March to mid to late May. This is the time of year when deciduous trees are bare of leaves and the spring sun heats up and dries out the woodland litter that makes up forest fuels. As each day grows longer and the direct sun light gets stronger this heating mechanism dries out leaves, grasses, twigs, small branches and decaying material in the soil. Along with the windy days evaporating any recent rain, the heat from the sun makes these fuel sources dry out extremely fast and with the smallest ignition source will burn rapidly and will spread very fast on the forest floor.

The Department of Forestry Service, of the DEP, offers the following steps to Connecticut homeowners to protect your family and home:

• Make a fire safe zone around your house. Clean all flammable vegetation and debris from at least 30 feet around the house and any outbuildings;
• Prune away the lower limbs of evergreens that are within the fire safe zone. Evergreens catch fire easily during dry periods and burn quickly;
• Remove any limbs which overhang the roof or chimney;
• Regularly remove leaves and needles from gutters;
• Don't store firewood within this fire safety zone;
• Use fire resistant roofing materials;
• Mark your driveway entrance and house clearly with your house number;
• Make sure firefighters can access your home, prune away limbs and trees along your driveway which don't allow fire truck access to areas around your home;
• Have an escape plan-- and practice it;
• Follow state and local open burning laws;
• Do not leave any outside fire unattended until they are completely safe and dead out;
• Dispose of all wood ashes in a metal bucket, soak them with water before dumping them.

A happy home is one where hazardous waste is disposed of properly. The proper disposal of household hazardous waste creates a safe and happy community as well. Do your part and the fine quality of life we enjoy in Killingworth will be protected for decades to come.

The CT River Estuary Region, of which Killingworth is a member, will be collecting consumer electronics at its permanent facility in Essex on Saturday, April 19, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Further information may be attained by contacting CRERPA at 860-388-3497. There is no fee to participate.

This same agency, CRERPA, will be collecting household hazardous waste at the Clinton Town Garage on Saturday, April 26, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Further information concerning what will or will not be accepted may be attained by calling CRERPA at 860-388-3497.

A limited number of flyers are available at Town Hall outlining this most valuable service and, in addition, information is available on line at www.crerpa.org or email: info@crerpa.org. Let's all pitch-in and assure our children and grandchildren a safe and household hazards free environment.

The Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department is offering Archery this spring on Wednesdays. There will be an Intermediate class from 5:00 - 6:00 pm, an Advanced class from 6:00 - 7:00 pm and a Tournament Level (with invite from instructor) from 7:00 - 8:00 pm at the HK High School Cafeteria. Class is for participants ages 8 - 17. The dates are April 23 - May 21. The fee is $60. Non-residents can register for an additional $10. Students will enjoy an hour of shooting each week while learning the history of archery and the proper terminology that goes with the sport. Classes are taught with emphasis on safety and proper technique. There will also be a "Carnival Day" where the class will have the chance to play "archery games" and win prizes. Archery teaches patience, concentration and attention to detail. Being an individual sport, children will learn and have fun at their own pace. Individual equipment (bows, arrows, armguards) is provided for every student. For more information, please call the HK Recreation Dept. at 345-8334 or visit us online at www.hkrec.com.

The Board of Selectmen voted Monday to ask the Board of Finance for $2,700 to update the 2003 appraisal of the 304-acre Venuti property on Route 148. The vote followed an executive session with Bruce Dodson, Susan Davenport and Charles Martens, members of the town's open space advisory committee. The 2003 appraised value was 3.88 million. Read more about the story in the Hartford Courant.

The Killingworth Youth League will host an umpire clinic on Saturday, April 19th from 12:00 - 1:30pm at Haddam Killingworth Middle School. The Clinic is open to boys and girls aged 12yrs old and older. The clinic is required for those looking to umpire for the Little League. Make some extra money for your summer vacation or community service for your high school requirement. Any questions please call Bill Silas 860-663-3996 KYL Umpire Coordinator.

The Haddam Killingworth (HK) Soccer Club would like to remind high school seniors that applications for its scholarship must be received by May 20. Applicants must have played soccer for the HK Soccer Club, have a "B" or better average, anticipate attending college or a school of higher education in the fall of 2008 and provide a letter of recommendation. In 2008 the fund will award a $500 scholarship to the candidate meeting the established criteria. Please log onto HKSoccer.org for all of the details and a downloadable application. Click on "scholarship" in the Club Info box. No late applications will be accepted.

HK Sports: The HK Varsity Baseball team improved its record to 5-1 (5-1 shoreline conference) on Wednesday by handing the Valley Regional Warriors a, 12-1, thumping.

Valley drew first blood by scratching out a run in the first inning off HK starter AJ Margnelli. The Cougars answered back in their half of the inning when an Alex Pollack single scored Margnelli from third to tie the game 1-1.

HK took the lead in the third inning when a Pollack double followed by walks to Steve Landell and Mike Waterbury loaded the bases with one out. Kyle Allison followed with an RBI single and Mike Theriault broke the game wide open with a 2 RBI rocket down the line making it 4-1.

Margnelli was doing a great job making sure that the Warriors would not close the gap as he hurled six innings, allowing only four hits and two walks to Valley. He would strike out seven batters.

The Cougars turned the game into a blowout with a six-run fifth; the big blow coming in the form of a Lou Annino 2-RBI single to right field. The sixth inning saw Zak Kumnick collect his first varsity hit, a single up the middle, closely followed by Mike Ossa's first varsity hit which was an off-the-wall triple to drive in two runs.

HK was lead at the plate by Theriault (3-4, 2RBI, run), Allison (3-4, 2RBI, run), and Pollack (3-4, RBI, 2 runs). The Cougars will travel to Old Lyme on Friday in a rematch of last year's Shoreline Championship.

The HK Softball team defeated Valley Regional, 6-5, yesterday. Lindsey Griswold was on the mound for the Cougars and Mary Kate Murray had the game winning hit.

The HK Boys Tennis team defeated Coginchaug, 4-3. Ryan Hawkins, Patrick Gilhuly, Varun Ravishankar and Andrew McCurdy won their singles matches for the win.

The Board of Selectmen voted to uphold a 1964 Town Meeting action discontinuing a section of Jay Dowd Road. The board was forced to take a position on the status of the roads after Superior Court Judge Robert Holtzberg on March 24 made the town a party to a court case between the Hammonasset Fishing Association and Frank and Jean Horner. Read more about the story in the Hartford Courant.

"SIGN" OF THE TIMES

Each year as spring arrives and we leave our cocoons, mysterious events happen as we feel the warmth of the outdoors. Nests are found above the entrances to our homes. Footprints appear in our gardens even though the makers are seldom seen. New vegetation grows where least expected. And alas, certain town owned items begin to disappear.

These items are what direct our relatives and friends to our homes. Assist our delivery people in making their rounds and delivering our ordered goods to our houses. Identify our residence, so that we may receive mail from our loved ones that may be in a distant land. Now I know that you are wondering what could possibly do all of this and so much more. Well, it's your street 'sign', if it hasn't "walked off" yet.

Many street 'signs' are disappearing, some even more than once. They seem to go for a "walk" into the woods never to be seen again! You may ask, "How can I help in preventing this?" Suggestions: If you see any 'signs' leave, stop them. If you see any 'signs' hanging-out in the woods, bring them to the town garage. Remember, they are your 'signs' and belong in their proper places.

'Signs' are expensive to replace. The town has already spent more money this fiscal year than last and we still have 2½ months to go. We have had our streets surveyed by the DOT and have been cleared for new sign markings, but at the present rate of 'sign' disappearances, it will be a while before we can order the necessary signs that will enable us to comply with suggested DOT findings.

This mysterious event affects us all. Help prevent further spread of this phenomenon by being observant. Let us know what you know and become a positive "Sign of the Times"!

Richard J. Cabral
First Selectman

The 2008 Haddam Killingworth Relay For Life needs more teams for it's upcoming event May 30-31. Not only is the Relay fun, it raises money for cancer treatments and research. You can form a team from your neighborhood, job, church, gym, school, etc. The Team Development leader is Kim Anderson and she can be reached at 663-2884, or email: kwa222@hotmail.com. The next team captains meeting is April 23, 7:00PM at KES. For more info on the Relay you can also email: hkrelay2008@gmail.com

Sunday April 6:
• 2:26 PM: Appliance fire, Rebecca Ln
Monday April 7:
• 10:22 AM: Medical emergency, Stonehill Dr
Tuesday April 8:
• 4:28 PM: Carbon monoxide detector, Pleasant Trl
• 7:09 PM: Medical emergency, Boulder Trl
Wednesday April 9:
• 12:39 AM: Mutual aid to Clinton, car fire, Killingworth Tpke
• 10:47 PM: Medical emergency, Schnoor Rd
Thursday April 10:
• 2:17 PM: Medical emergency, Pond Meadow Rd
Friday April 11:
• 12:07 PM: Medical emergency, N. Chestnut Hill Rd
• 4:02 PM: Brush fire, Route 148
Saturday April 12:
• 11:47 AM: Medical emergency, Route 148
• 3:08 PM: Fire alarm, Kimberly Ln
• 7:02 PM: Medical emergency, Paper Mill Rd

Elizabeth King entered into rest, suddenly, while surrounded by family, on Saturday (April 12, 2008), in Port Charlotte, FL. Born on March 2, 1938, in Newark, NJ, she raised her family in Killingworth, with her late husband Fred A. King. She had made South Windsor her home for the past seven years. She was a graduate of Keene State College in Keene, NH and earned her masters degree at Southern Connecticut State University. She taught for 35 years primarily in the Haddam-Killingworth school system. She quickly became a favorite substitute teacher in South Windsor, particularly at Philip R. Smith School, where she formed lifelong friendships. She was a gifted teacher who saw a special light in every child she taught. She is survived by three sons and a daughter, eight grandchildren, five siblings and so many other family and friends.

She leaves her children, Kevin King and his wife, Cherie of Coventry, Kathy King-Madrid and her husband, George of Merrimack, NH, Michael King and his wife, Nanci of Buford, GA and Keith King and his wife, Susan of South Windsor. Her beloved grandchildren of which she was so proud and was the light of her life. They are Ashley, Chelsea, and Robert Grant of NH, Shannon, Sean and Andrew King of Coventry and Angie and Kyle King of South Windsor. She had five siblings with whom she was very close. Charles Greene and his wife, Pat of Miami, FL, Patrick Greene and his wife, Lois of Boxboro, MA, James Greene and his wife, Jenny of Harrisburg, PA, Joanie Malone (her twin) of Wakefield, MA and Maryanne Herrara of South Windsor. So many nieces and nephews and cousins will miss her dearly as will her dear friend Julie Rader of Rocky Hill.

She will be missed for her generosity, compassion, love for UConn basketball, and her talents as a seamstress and a decorator and most especially for her ability to make everyone she met feel like the most special person in the world. Her departure is a huge loss for us on earth, but she will be reunited in heaven with her beloved husband, Fred. The family would like to thank the many thoughtful friends that have showed an outpouring of support. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, April 18 at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 673 Ellington Road, South Windsor at 10 a.m. Calling hours will take place on Thursday, April 17 at Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home, 419 Buckland Road in South Windsor from 4 - 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, friends may make a donation in Betty's memory to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 300 Research Parkway, Suite 210, Meriden, CT 06450. For online condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.

A study released by the Killingworth Housing Partnership revealed 25% percent of Region 17 employees would like to live in Killingworth but cannot afford to do so. Tony Savino, Chairman of the revitalized Housing Partnership last night presented an interim report to the Board of Selectman in which he provided details of the committee's progress and results of their questionnaire of 429 Region 17 employees. "The fact that we received 113 replies (26% return rate) shows how important this is. The fact that a full quarter of eligible Region 17 employees want to live where they teach but cannot afford to do so is of great concern and we intend to initiate some changes to take care of these and other people who are vital to our community." Savino added that similar survey inquiries are underway with our First Responders, Town employees and our seniors.

Rob Artus, a member of the committee along with Katherine Smith, Chrissy Roelofsen and Pat Worth, said the Housing partnership cares deeply about the community and also wants to protect the rural character of the town. "Many of our teachers, first responders and Town employees cannot afford to live in the town in which they work. What kind of community are we if we are not willing to present reasonable housing opportunities to our elders, to the people who teach our children, to those who keep us safe and to those who take care of the business of our town? Who can possibly justify that way of thinking?", Artus asked. "The time has come for us to take care of our own and the Housing Partnership has some terrific ideas in the works". Click to read the Housing Partnership's Interim Report which includes full results of the Region 17 Survey.

Savino added, "We're not trying to turn Killingworth into a metropolis, but we need to provide more housing opportunities that working people can actually afford. Many of our elders simply have no affordable options to downsize and the adult children of lifelong residents often cannot afford to live here. We intend to initiate change and take care of our community, while still keeping this Town beautiful and rural." The Housing Partnership's interim report also details extensive analysis of tax and school attendance at Region 17 schools, which concluded that the single-acre zoned properties constructed on Patrick and Warwickshire Drives in the mid-1990's do not present any greater or lesser burden on the school system than do multi-acre zoned developments built and inhabited during the same time frame. "I moved to Killingworth in 1994 and resided on Patrick Drive for many years. I ask anyone to drive on that street today and tell me if they find it offensive - it is a beautiful street with terrific people. We need more streets like Patrick and Warwickshire - that's the only way we are going to really provide for the people of our community", Artus added.

According to its report, the Housing Partnership has presented recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding the Town Plan of Conservation, but the P&Z has been unresponsive to date. The Housing Partnership also invited a member of P&Z to join the Housing Partnership to provide insight and a link to P&Z, however also to no avail. "I hope we can change that", said Savino. "Why they have taken this course and more specifically chose to respond in the way they did was surprising - we reviewed the P&Z minutes for the last few months and could not find reference to our suggestions being discussed", Savino added. "It's quite frustrating - we want to build community, not endanger it".

Savino said, "We have some excellent ideas under discussion which include some modifications to existing Planning and Zoning regulations, such as strengthening accessory apartments, conservation subdivisions, age-restrictive housing, town-sponsored housing and energy-conservation housing. Whatever changes or additions we recommend, we will always keep in mind the protection of our ground water supply and the rural character of the town".

Artus added, "We are not talking about 'Affordable Housing' here - that is mandated by the State and if a developer wants to come here and build an Affordable Housing complex, they can do so at any time, with or without P&Z's blessing. In fact, what we are trying to do is provide housing opportunities to avoid exactly that very scenario. For those who moved here and now want to close the gates, I understand the sentiment, but I personally don't feel that is a reasonable stance."

The Killingworth Housing Partnership is continuing its work and is researching Town sponsored housing, senior housing opportunities and housing opportunities for young families and empty-nesters wishing to down-size. Further progress reports will be provided as they continue their efforts.

St. Lawrence Catholic Church will hold its rummage and bake sale this Saturday, April 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Church Hall on the corner of Hemlock Drive and Route 81.

There will be great selections of clothing, household items, books and toys. Our famous bake shop will offer all your favorite pies, cakes and goodies.

Stop by and enjoy a cup of our freshly brewed FREE coffee! We will be accepting clean clothing and household items on: Tuesday from 10AM-5PM; Wednesday from 10AM -7PM; Thursday from 10AM-5PM and Friday from 10AM to Noon.

Bakes goods may be dropped off on Friday from 10AM-5PM or early Saturday before 10AM. Please note: No electrical items or children's items, such as car seats or strollers can be accepted.

HK Sports: After suffering a loss in a poorly played contest on Saturday, the HK Varsity Baseball team rebounded by handing out a, 18-0, thrashing to the Rams of Old Saybrook, Monday. The Cougars clicked on all cylinders early and often, taking a 1-0 lead in the first when Alex Pollack launched an RBI sacrifice fly that scored Sean Zapatka who had doubled earlier in the inning. From there, HK did not look back. In the second the Cougars loaded the bases with one out when AJ Margnelli cracked an RBI single to make the score 2-0. Zapatka then followed with a double that drove in two runs and the rout was on.

HK tacked on another two runs in the third thanks to Mike Theriault's two-RBI single, making it 6-0. Meanwhile, starting pitcher Lou Annino was doing his best Greg Maddux impersonation on the mound needing only 69 pitches to throw a complete game shutout. He walked no one and allowed only six hits while striking . The Cougars exploded for seven runs in the fourth, and another five in the fifth to account for the rest of their offense on the day. HK was lead by Zapatka (4-5, 3 runs, 4 RBI), Annino (4-5, 3 runs, 2 RBI), Pollack (2-4, run, RBI), Theriault (1-3, 3 runs, 3 RBI) and Waterbury (2-5, run, 2 RBI). HK moves to 4-1 (4-1) and will have an off day before hosting the Valley Regional Warriors on Wednesday at 3:45.

The Killingworth Foundation is pleased to announce its first grant in what it foresees as a continuing commitment to the Killingworth community. This grant, to the Killingworth Historical Society, will provide computer software to upgrade and improve the Society's ability to manage and organize acquisitions and existing archives. PastPerfect Museum Version 4 is a data management system which also facilitates fund-raising campaigns, events, and activities.

The PastPerfect program sets the standard for collection management by cross-referencing and sorting all information and noting the location of each item. This will be of great assistance to genealogists and those researching the town's history. Such professional archiving and cataloging will encourage residents to donate materials with the confidence that whether the materials are records, writings, or artifacts, they will be professionally recorded and stored.

The Killingworth Foundation is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to increasing the amount and the impact of local philanthropy in order to enhance the quality of life for the citizens and the community of Killingworth, Connecticut. The Foundation's brochure is in the final editing stages and will soon be sent out to the community at large.

Robert Broach, President of the Killingworth Historical Society, shows Nancy Dodson, President of the Killingworth Foundation, the exhibit currently on display at the Killingworth Library of the artifacts owned by Hugh Lofting, better known as the author of the Dr. Doolittle stories, a former resident of Killingworth. Photo courtesy N. Dodson

Have you ever feared being in a situation where you witness a family member, friend, or even a complete stranger overcome by a sudden and potentially life threatening health issue and you are helpless because you haven't been trained in proper rescue techniques? We hope you never find yourself in such circumstances, but we want to help you prepare yourself if such an event does occur.

The Killingworth Ambulance Association will be conducting a three part course for the Killingworh community. The first session will be held on Sat., Apr. 26th from 9am-1pm(approx.), and will instruct in the American Red Cross CPR (cardio pulmonary resuscitation) protocol for the lay person's use. The second session will be held on Wed., Apr. 30th, from 7-9:30pm (approx.), and will cover the use of the AED (automated external defibrillator). The final session will be held on Sat., May 3rd, from 9am-1pm (approx.), and will cover basic first aid. Classes will be held at the Killingworth Fire House on Route 81, adjacent to the Ambulance Building.

The fee for all three sessions combined will be $25 (which will cover course materials, books, and certification). (Should you wish to attend only one session, the fee will be the same.) Course size will be limited to sixteen, and preference will be give to Killingworth residents on a first come basis. Please contact Don McDougall at 663-1355 for further information or to register.

St. James Episcopal Church will be having a Spring Tag Sale on Saturday, April 19 and Saturday, April 26 from to 9:00am - 2:00 pm. Huge selection of miscellaneous items. We are located on the corner of Little City Road and Rte 81 in Higganum. The Tag Sale will be held at the Parish Hall. Please come and find some treasures. For further information or drop off items, please contact Amy Soobitsky 345-2006.

To the Editor:
By Jean Horner
This letter is to inform the people of Killingworth about the decision the Selectmen are trying to make at the B.O.S. meeting of 4/14 concerning the town vote of December 2007. Townspeople voted by a large majority NOT to abandon Jay Dowd and Tibbal's Bridge Rd, and NOT to quit claim those roads( almost a mile) to the Hammonasset Fishing Association. As some of you know, and a lot of you don't know, a document surfaced after the Dec. 2007 vote. The document is from a 1964 meeting that is signed by the 1964 selectmen. The document has been read by the current selectmen. The document has been determined to be "sloppy" and the town attorney has stated that he has never seen the discontinuance of roads done that way "in the negative". Read more

Daniel "Danny" H. Gagnon, 45, of Killingworth, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2008, at home. Danny was born in Middletown on Feb. 14, 1963, and was the son of Donald R. Gagnon of Guilford and the late Glenda L. Gagnon.

Danny went to Haddam-Killingworth High School and then to New England Technical Institute, which resulted in a career as an electronic technician. Danny was most at peace when he was fishing, reading or spending time with his fiancée, June Rembisz. One of the happiest times of his life was spent camping and fishing with his son, Xavier. He loved watching the University of Connecticut men's basketball games with his mother, with whom he shared a special bond.

Danny is survived by his father, Donald Gagnon; his son, Xavier Daniel Gagnon of Florida; his fiancée, June Rembisz of Killingworth; his brother, David Gagnon of Guilford; his sisters, Julie Gagnon of Branford and Aimee Gagnon of Rocky Hill; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He also leaves behind and will be missed greatly by friends Gene Strom of Haddam and Jim and Eileen Cashman of Wakefield, R.I.

There will be no services, and interment will be at the convenience of the family. Messages of condolences may be sent to the family at doolittlefuneralservice.com.

Agenda
Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen
Monday, April, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.
Town Office Building

1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes of Meeting held March 24, 2008 and Special Meeting of April 8, 2008
3. Visitors: Concerning Items on the Agenda
4. Tax Abatements & Refunds:
5. Vacancies:
    (a) WPCA - 1, (b) IWWC - 1 (3/13), (c) OEM - 1, (d) Public Hlth. - 4
6. Appointments:
7. Old Business:
    1. Travel Survey results for committee/commission members
    2. Award of Cemetery Mowing Bid
    3. Purchase Order Policy
8. New Business:
    1. Housing Partnership Progress Report - Tony Savino, Rob Artus
    2. RFP Opening - TOB Furnace
    3. RFP Opening - TOB Network Administrator
    4. BOS Approval of 6th Annual Tri-State Trek Boston to New York for ALS
    5. BOS Approval to authorize the First Selectman be empowered to execute and deliver on behalf of Killingworth a contract with the State of CT Library for an Historic Documents Preservation Grant.
    6. Affordable Housing - Request for current sale value
    7. Wettish Property - Request for funding needed to provide required surveying for latest STEAP grant.
    8. Traffic Study Committee - Bob Ellis - Request for approval to purchase enforcement equipment covered grant funds.
9. RJC Announcements
10. Selectmen's Concerns
11. Visitor Comments: General
12. Executive Session: Pending litigation and Negotiations
13. Adjournment
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The Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department is offering Baseball Clinic for boys and girls ages 8 - 12 years old on Friday, April 18th from 9:00 - 12:00 p.m. at the HK High School Fieldhouse. The fee is $25 (non-residents add $10). The Camp is run by Chris Corkum's Baseball Inc. Participants will have the opportunity to start the season learning proper fundamentals. Program includes individual and small group instruction in the basic skills of baseball with special emphasis on hitting. This clinic will bring out the best in all ability levels. Please call the HK Recreation Dept. at 345-8334 for more information and to register.

HK Sports: After winning, 9-0, the previous day, the Haddam-Killingworth Varsity Baseball team found themselves on the opposite end of a 9-0 contest as the Hale-Ray Noises took home the victory.

Things got ugly for the Cougars right off the bat, as they committed three errors in the first inning to allowing six runs (five unearned) to score. HK decided midway through the first to replace starting pitcher Mike Ossa with Chris Bova.

Bova kept HK in the game as he held the Noises scoreless until more HK errors led to another unearned run to make it 7-0 in the fifth. Bova pitched five and two-thirds innings of solid relief allowing only the one unearned run. The Cougars made more errors in the seventh to give Hale-Ray two more unearned runs to put the game even further out of reach.

HK is now 3-1 (3-1) and will now look to rebound from the loss when they travel to Old Saybrook on Monday to play the Rams at 10:30 a.m.

To the Editor:
The Killingworth Scholarship Association would like to thank everyone who participated in our March Madness Fitness Fundraiser. We met our goal and we couldn't be more thrilled. Special thanks goes out to the 5 fitness professionals, JoEllen Simons, Deb Abrams, Lori Marriott, Kristie Barry and Joey Morman, who volunteered their precious time to make this great event such a success. Also, thanks to Saint Lawrence Church, Fr. Robert Buongirno and Sue Browne for graciously allowing us to use the Saint Lawrence parish hall. Lastly, thank you to Paula Kelleher from The Country Cloverleaf for pulling us out of a jam one Saturday morning at 6:30am! We hope to see everyone again next year!