Project Graduation has begun planning the alcohol and drug free night of fun for the HKHS 2009 graduates. Please join us at our next planning meeting on Tuesday, October 14, at 7:00pm in the Lower Media Center of HKHS. The committee is still in need of a Chair (or Co-Chairs) of the food committee. If you or you and a friend would consider this position, please contact Kaycee Blancaflor at kccallahan@uks.com. Hope to see you at the meeting!

HK Sports: The HKHS Girls Swim team lost to defending state champion East Catholic, 95-80, Friday at the HK pool. The only 1st place that the Cougars managed was in diving, where defending conference champion and senior co-captain Celia Marcum of Killingworth captured 1st with a score of 165 points. This is the last year that HK will face East Catholic as the Eagles will leave the Nutmeg Conference and become part of the CCC (Central Connecticut Conference). Other Nutmeg Conference schools including Middletown, Berlin, and Plainville will also be realigned into the CCC. HK is now 2-1. They will host conference rival Plainville on Tuesday at the HK pool.


The HKHS Field Hockey team defeated Valley Regional, 1-0, Friday. Carley Mooney scored the lone Cougar goal off a an assist from Shelby VanHuysen. The Junior varsity lost, 0-1. The Cougars take on Morgan of Clinton at HK on Monday at 3:45.

The teams took part in the nation-wide "Play 4 the Cure" event. This October, hundreds of field hockey teams from Maine to Arizona will wear pink in support of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, which is dedicated to curing breast cancer at every stage - from the causes to the cures, to the pain and anxiety of every moment in between. Players in yesterday's game wore pink socks and played with a pink ball.

The Friends of Hammonasset presents a two-day outdoor event featuring flutes, feathers and fine art on Saturday October 4th and Sunday October 5th, from 9:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. The event, which is sponsored by the Liberty Bank and the Madison Foundation, will be held rain or shine at Meigs Point, Hammonasset Beach State Park in Madison.

FLUTES
Highlights of the event include a performance by Joseph Firecrow, an accomplished Native American flutist who will provide an engaging musical performance of original Native American melodies on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. Copies of his CD will be available.

FEATHERS
At 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Ted Williams, award-winning environmental author and editor-at-large of National Audubon Magazine, will present a nature slide show & read excerpts from his book "Wild Moments." Signed copies of his book will be available.

Throughout the weekend, live animal presentations featuring raptors and reptiles will be featured at various times. On Saturday at 11:00 and 2:00, Brian Bradley, falconer, will be displaying & demonstrating the awesome abilities of his falcons with aerial shows of these magnificent raptors in action. On Sunday at 11:00 and 2:00, Lisa Monachelli, director and environmental educator at New Canaan Nature Center, will engage audiences with her presentation of live owls native to Connecticut. And on both days at noon, Ranger Russ Miller, the Meigs Point Nature Center Director, entertaining environmental educator, and naturalist, will present Reptile Shows featuring live snakes & turtles native to Connecticut.

FINE ART
From 9:00-4:30 on Saturday and Sunday, there will be a fine art show and sale featuring paintings and nature photography from Madison Art Society members, as well as handmade Native American arts and crafts. Twenty-five percent of all art show sales will be donated to the Friends of Hammonasset.

There will also be an exhibitor tent with information about Friends of Hammonasset partners and supporters, including Operation Music Aid, Madison Cares/Habitat for Humanity, A Call to Care, Citizens for a Clean Hammonasset River, North Cove Outfitters, and the Madison Rotary Club's Amber Alert Program, where children may be registered in the Amber Alert National Registry. It is recommended that parents register their children every two to three years.

Admission to the park and event is free and open to the public, but donations are gratefully accepted. Concessions will be available from Eric Hummel and the Junior Firefighters of Madison Hose Company #1. Please visit www.hammonasset.org for more information.

The Regional School District No. 17 Board of Education and Superintendent are pleased to announce that they have appointed Tracy Whaples as district Director of Pupil Services effective December 1, 2008.

Whaples was selected from a competitive field of candidates after a comprehensive search and interview process which commenced during July. A search and selection committee was utilized to conduct the paper review process, first round interviews and second round interviews.

The search and selection committee was comprised of Board of Education members, parents, faculty, staff and administrators. Input into the selection process was also secured by surveying the various constituent groups associated with the school district and for arranging for small group meetings with district administrative staff.

Prior to her appointment, Whaples was an instructional assistant, and a special education teacher in both private and public schools. She is presently serving as Special Education Teacher on Special Assignments and Special Education Department Coordinator at Valley Regional High School.

The Killingworth Republican Town Committee will hold it Annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 4 from 2:00-5:00 p.m. at the Gorski home at 18 Wolf Meadow Lane. Music, food, fun. Bring the family!

To the Editor:
First, whenever I travel to the Cape via the Bourne Bridge, I am generally pleased to see that folks follow the yield signs the state of MA has erected regarding the use of the circle...roundabout.....call it what you will. Simply put, their yield signs offer not only a traveling instruction, but also a reminder of what drivers should have learned ......are we going to have signs which read YIELD TO TRAFFIC IN CIRCLE, or are we going to continue with the "gotcha" approach we still seem to have with the "YIELD" signs....admittedly, if we insist on calling the traffic circle a roundabout, we would have a problem with the sign itself, let alone the message!

Second. we missed an opportunity some time ago to purchase the Pharmedica site......great place for town offices, senior citizen housing, etc....and a great tie-in to historic Killingworth Center. Imagine walking from the center of town to the Congregational Church.....the library....the ballfield....or what would become our "former" town hall.

Finally, this may be an inside joke to those of us who visit the Inn.......but where is Alice...where the H is Alice....when we need her now?!?!?

Joe Szarek

HK Sports: The HK Girls Middle School Varsity Soccer team beat Hale Ray Thursday, 5-0, with a sterling offensive and defensive effort. HK's first goal came with an assist from Grace Colonia-Hughes to Jacque Garofalo. Immediately Grace Colonia-Hughes came back with a solo shot for HK's second goal. HK closed the half with a goal from Carly Brownell assisted by Anna Fetteroll. In the second half, Victoria Stook scored with a pass by Kali DeNisi. Angie Cretella scored the final goal for HK. The team's record is 3-3.

HK Girls Middle School JV Soccer team beat Hale Ray, 3-0. Goals came from Jenny Martin, Maya Savino and Katherine Morasutti.

Lauren Blewett clears the ball from goal and is backed up by defenders Emmery Bates and Emily Darin. Photo by D. Savino

The undefeated (5-0) HK Middle School Field Hockey team continued its winning streak on Thursday, beating Polson Middle School, 2-1, in the most exciting game of the year. Scoreless at half time, Polson scored first in the second half. HK quickly answered back with two goals, both scored by Jen Venuti. Seventh grade JV goalie Sam Perry played for the injured Casey Jackson. Perry played a near perfect game in goal in her first varsity appearance. The victory was the result of great team play and enthusiasm by the entire squad. The Junior Varsity squad fell. 0-1.

Defending the HK goal are Nikki Hausherr and Hannah Sullivan. Photo by C. Riedy

The HKHS Boys Soccer team fell to Morgan, 0-3, yesterday. Tim Mertz had 8 saves in goal for the Cougars. HK is now 2-5-1.

Did you know that buffalo once roamed in Killingworth or that the town's children attended the one-room schoolhouses until 1947? Did you know that in the 1930's there was a Civilian Conservation Corps camp here?

These and other nuggets of Killingworth's history will be offered at the Killingworth Library in October and November. Working in partnership with the Killingworth Historical Society, the library will present an overview of the town's history and the workings of the community.

According to Library Board member Lou Goldblatt, the three-part program, aptly named Did You Know?, aims to reach out to newcomers in our community and introduce them to the town's rich and quirky history and its institutions.

David Levasseur, former Town Historian, brings history to life as few can. He will be the featured speaker at the first session, scheduled for Thursday, October 16, at 7:30 P.M. in the library's meeting room.

At the second session, Friday, November 7, a panel of Killingworth's longtime residents will share their memories of growing up in town during the era of the Depression, World War II, and the 1950's.

On Friday, November 21, the final session will use Killingworth's recent history to answer the question, "Where is the town today?" Discussion will revolve around events in town since the middle of the Twentieth Century and the growth of service organizations within the community.

The programs are free to residents, but since space is limited, the library asks that attendees sign up by calling 663-2000 during library hours.

This program is made possible by a Middlesex County Community Foundation grant. The Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life in Middlesex County. Its mission is to work with charitably-minded individuals and organizations to build permanent endowments and other charitable funds and to support local non-profit organizations through effective grant making to address community needs.

The Killingworth Foundation is pleased to announce that our "100 x 100 Campaign" has been very successful, so far. We thank everyone who has contributed $100 which will help the Foundation achieve its goal of enhancing the quality of life for the people of Killingworth.

Last spring the Foundation received a generous leadership donation from the Killingworth Lions Club and now seeks to show community support by matching that same amount from individual donations.

"100 x 100" seeks the contribution of $100 by 100 donors who will be investing in our town to make special programs possible through grants to non-profit organizations. Please join in this community effort. Demonstrate your love for the value of our unique town.

The Killingworth Foundation believes in and depends on neighbors helping neighbors, so please join us in this effort. The campaign will end on December 31, 2008. Donations can be sent to P. O Box 621, Killingworth, CT 06419. Thank you in advance for your participation.

We are proud to invite you to visit our new website, www.killingworthfoundation.org, which will inform and illustrate our mission.

Monday: September 22:
• 04:12:56 Medical Call Roast Meat Hill Rd.
Thursday: September 25:
• 20:46:04 Fire Alarm Rt. 148
• 23:45:45 MVA Parker Hill Rd.
Friday: September 26:
• 16:24:53 Structure Fire Mill Pond Lane, Durham
Saturday: September 27:
• 18:26:34 Fire Alarm Rt. 81
• 22:29:06 Medical Call North Roast Meat Hill Rd.

HK Sports: The H-K Field Hockey team fell, 2-3, in overtime at Stonington yesterday. H-K goals were scored by Emily Anderson (assisted by Danielle Page) and Lindsey Griswold (assisted by Carley Mooney). Pictured in action is Lindsey Griswold. The Cougars host Valley Regional on Friday at 3:30 p.m. in a "Play 4 the Cure" game as part of the official Breast Cancer Awareness Month of the National Susan G. Komen Foundation. The teams will be wearing special pink attire and will use a pink game ball.

The H-K JV Field Hockey team tied Stonington, 1-1, with Ashley Mooney scoring the lone goal.

Photo courtesy. E. Anderson

As the construction and reconfiguration of the town's traffic circle comes to a conclusion, there is word that the Killingworth Café and Inn may be targeted for demolition. Conservation Commission Chairperson Gwenne Lally recently sent a letter of concern to the Board of Selectmen, and Chairs of the Planning & Zoning, Inland Wetlands and Land Use Commissions. Lally said, "the Conservation Commission is deeply troubled about the vulnerability of valuable historic sites in town".

Lally said developer Gene Gargiulo, who owns the two adjacent properties formerly known as the Pharmedica campus, has plans to demolish the inn. She also said that those three properties would then be a prime location for a retail mall.

Lally said the destruction of the café for the purpose of a retail store or mall poses a number of serious problems:

1. Loss of a fine historic building in a critical location that has defined Killingworth's center for more than 200 years, and its replacement with a generic, aggressively commercial structure.

2. Disturbance of an area within a sensitive watershed location and the likelihood of increased impervious surface for parking on the site, which will exacerbate runoff and may have a significant negative impact on drainage around the recently completed circle.

3. Substantial increases in local emissions from delivery truck traffic and individual car trips through the center of Killingworth.

4. Increased pressure on the area's septic drainfields and its threat to the town's longstanding policy (endorsed by State advisers and agencies) of sewer avoidance.

5. Economic threat to nearby businesses (The Cloverleaf and The Country Market) that may result in the demolition of those buildings and their replacement with other "cookie-cutter" structures that would have similar negative impacts.

6. Added incentive for the demolition of existing, moderate-impact structures on the Pharmedica campus to make way for "big box" commercial retail space with its attendant parking, traffic, and sewage.

Town Historian and PZC Chairman Tom Lentz said he could not comment on any plan for the 2.3 acre property before it came before the board, but said any application would have to meet the Killingworth Zoning Regulations and be consistent with the Plan of Conservation and Development.

Speaking as the Municipal Historian, Lentz said, "I feel that [this building is] part of the character of Killingworth and should be preserved. One tool municipalities can use to protect their communities' historically and architecturally significant resources is a demolition delay ordinance. The State of Connecticut has enabling legislation that allows towns to impose a waiting period of not more than 180 days before granting a demolition permit. This waiting period would allow interested parties to explore alternatives to demolition and ways the structure could be preserved. Unfortunately, if there is no resolution at the end of the waiting period, the structure could still be demolished".

Lentz said at this time Killingworth does not have a demolition delay ordinance, so he submitted a model ordinance prepared by the Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation to the BOS at its last meeting. Lentz said, "I would urge the Selectmen to endorse or modify this ordinance and bring it to a Town Meeting at the earliest opportunity."

The Killingworth Inn and Café was bought in 1993 by Janet Violissi and her sister Carol Ann. They renovated the historic inn and turned it into a thriving restaurant and gathering place.

The final stages of the traffic circle renovation are underway. A few more traffic signs and the round-about will be completed and yesterday, E.A.Quinn, from Glastonbury began the landscaping work. Site Foreman Dave Joslin said they will be planting more than 100 trees, shrubs and perennials in and around the circle. The job should be completed in two to three days. The contractor requested that interested bystanders keep their distance so they can complete the work quickly and not add to traffic delays.

Evergreen Garden Club member Elisabeth Verderame said the state will maintain the plantings in and around the circle for one year, then the garden will be turned over to the garden club. The garden club has maintained the circle as well as the plantings at the Trooper Station, Town Offices and the Black Rock Schoolhouse for many years. Verderame said she is very pleased with the plan and thought the Department of Transportation was going to create a beautiful garden. She said the plan emphasizes native plantings with consideration given to height and color.

Verderame emphasized that no one should venture into the circle garden. She said tag sale signs, and event announcements are not allowed by the DOT. They are considered to be a distraction to drivers and are removed by the town crew or the DOT.

HK Sports: HKHS Girls Soccer edged out Valley with a 2-1 home win yesterday. Eighteen minutes into the first half Jessica Moore scored for the Cougars off a shot from right field. Christine Vivero was credited with the assist. Valley tied up the game by scoring a goal before the first half ended. The game winning goal occurred in the 72nd minute and was scored by Siobhan Blancaflor. Blancaflor took a shot that was blocked by Valley's goal keeper. HK's Allie Rand was there for the rebound, which again was blocked by Valley's goalkeeper. Blancaflor this time put the ball in the net. Shots on goal totaled 20 for Valley and 13 for HK. Weather dependent, HK is scheduled to play a make-up game vs Portland Wednesday at home. HK will play Morgan this Friday at home. Game time for both games is 3:45. Read more about the Valley game in the Middletown Press.

Christine Vivero shielding and dribbling away from a Valley player. Photo courtesy. S. Mazzotta

The Congregational Church in Killingworth is proud to have started up its Sunday School program for children in Pre-K through eighth grade. Our Pre-K, Kindergartners, seventh and eighth graders meet with the same teachers throughout the year, whereas first through second graders do workshop rotations with various teachers throughout the year. With the workshop rotation the same Bible story is repeated in a different manner for several weeks. At the moment, the children are bringing in school supplies to put together school kits for Church World Service. We have an active Middle School Youth group and Senior High Youth group. More information can be attained by calling 663-1789 or emailing us at KWCONGCHURCH@yahoo.com.

Photo courtesy T. Moore

HK Sports: The HKHS Football team fell to Cromwell, 34-0, Monday. Sal Zichichi rushed for 82 yards on 20 carries for the Cougars.

The HKHS Volleyball team defeated East Hampton, 3-0. Erin Moriarty made 14 kills and Jordan Schultz 17 digs as the Cougars won 25-9, 25-19 and 27-25 to improve to 7-2.

The HK Middle School Girls Varsity Soccer team won 4-2 against Westbrook on Monday. Westbrook scored first but HK came right back when Leah Digregorio brought the ball down and passed to Alix Jansma for the goal. Then Digregorio brought the ball down again and scored HK's second goal. Early in the second half, Westbrook scored their second goal to tie. HK had multiple attempts on goal until Grace Colonia-Hughes scored the go ahead goal with an assist by Angie Cretella . The final goal was scored by Anna Fetteroll.

The HK Middle School Girls JV Soccer team beat Westbrook, 3-0. Goals came from Rachel Westerbeke, Gwen Plum and Rachel Artus.

The HKMS Varsity Field Hockey team continued its winning streak on the road beating Westbrook yesterday, 4-0. Scoring for the Cougars were Beth Riedy, Jennifer Venuti, Nikki Hausherr, and Hannah Sullivan. Assists were provided by Nikki Hausherr (2 assists), Jenna Venuti, and Beth Riedy (2 assists). Casey Jackson was unstoppable in goal, allowing nothing to get by her, as HK led 2-0 at the half. The JV squad also came away with a win, beating Westbrook 2-0, with goals scored by Gracie Lyman and Kiley Anderson.

HK soccer runs back to their position after a goal by Rachel Artus. Photo courtesy D. Savino

Marissa Moncata helps lead HK to victory against Westbrook. Photo courtesy C. Riedy

The Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department is offering Acting Classes for children grades K - 6. This program will be held on Tuesdays, October 7 - November 25 (No 11/11) at the HK High School Cafeteria. Children in grades K-2 will meet from 4:30 - 5:15 pm and children in grades 3 - 6 will meet from 5:20 - 6:15 pm. The fee is $90 (non-residents add $10). This multi-faceted program includes theatre games, concentration exercises, creative movement, imagination play, sense work, and basic stage skills. This workshop will focus on developing each child's creativity and self-confidence. Please call the HK Recreation Department at 345-8334 for more info.

Signe L. (Anderson) Jones, 84, a lifelong resident of Killingworth, died on September 26, 2008, at Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation in Moodus. Beloved wife of Ernest L. Jones for the past 61 years, Signe was born in Killingworth, daughter of the late Albert & Anna Anderson. She was a former member of the VFW Auxiliary and Killingworth Grange. Signe was known for her extraordinary love of all children, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, She loved playing games and recounting stories of her youth. She is also survived by her daughters and their husbands; Jennifer & Bruce Goodwin of Kingston, NH, Beverly & Hank Reid of Cape Coral, FL and Gloria & Joe Vogt of E. Swanzey, NH as well as 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 109 Main St. Centerbrook on Wednesday at 11am. Interment to follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Killingworth. Memorial Donations may be made in Signe's memory to Trinity Lutheran Church, P.O.Box 112, Centerbrook, 06409. Arrangements by Robinson, Wright & Weymer Funeral Home, Centerbrook.

Update On the Wettish Property Multi-Purpose Fields

The design for the Wettish Property Multi-Purpose Fields has been completed and the project has entered into the permit application phase. Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc., the selected engineering firm for the project, has finished the design plans and budget. The Wettish Property Development Advisory Subcommittee (WPDAS) and the Killingworth Park and Recreation Commission (KP&RC) approved the final drawings the week of September 8th. The project plans were presented to and accepted by the Inland & Wetlands Commission on September 23rd. The plans will be presented next to Killingworth's other Boards, Committees and Commissions, the State DEP, adjacent property owners and town residents for final approval. It is expected that the bidding process for project construction will commence this fall, with construction beginning late 2008.

I would personally like to thank the members of the WPDAS, Dan Colonia, Terry Nixon, Eric Auer, David Gross, Richard Otto and Hilary Kumnick, for their tireless effort and expertise in the planning phase of this project. I would also like to thank the Board of Selectmen, the Board of Finance, and the other members on the Park & Recreation Committee (both current and former) for their input and support. We believe the design plans for the Wettish Property Multi-Purpose Fields reflect a balance between the recreational needs of the town, the town's conservation and development plan, the privacy of the adjacent property owners and is fiscally responsible.

The design includes 2 full and 2 small size multi-purpose fields with parking and support facilities. Plans are available at the town hall for viewing.

Christopher Kelly

On Saturday, October 4, 2008, the Haddam Historical Society will host a tour of seven historic barns in the picturesque community of Haddam Neck. Hours of the tour are 10 am to 3 pm.

Visitors will have the opportunity to tour a variety of barn types and styles dating from the 19th and 20th centuries. Some of the buildings continue to be used for agricultural purposes such as Cold Goats Farm. Others have been carefully renovated to serve other purposes such as an architect's office and millwork business. Three of the barns have been the same families for over 100 years and are a testimony to community's respect for its heritage and agricultural past.

Highlights of the day include a special "walk and talk" with Peter Smith noted Haddam Neck conservationist to the scenic Connecticut River overlook and an autumn craft making a felted pumpkin with local angora wool. There will be children's activities including a scavenger hunt, pumpkin ring toss, nature collage and more! Spinners will be demonstrating at Cold Goats Farm. The Ladies Aid Society of the Haddam Neck Congregational Church will be offering lunch at the historic 1820's schoolhouse from 12 noon to 2 pm and the Historical Society "Country Market" will serve pie, cider and feature baked goods and other tasty treats throughout the day.

Tickets are $15 per person. Family admission (two adults with children) is $30. The felted pumpkin craft is an additional $5 per person. Tour headquarters and check-in will be at the Haddam Neck Grange Hall at the Haddam Neck Fairgrounds at 26 Quarry Hill Road, Haddam Neck. Here participants will pick up their programs and maps. Visitors will drive to each barn in order of preference and at their leisure and each stop will feature "barn hands" who will give a guided tour and historic tidbits.

Proceeds from the tour will benefit the Society's award winning educational programs, collections care and community projects including our town wide barn survey and preservation awareness. Please contact Elizabeth Malloy at 345-2400 or contact@haddamhistory.org or visit www.haddamhistory.org for additional information

Marilyn (DeMarco) Breister, R.N., died peacefully in her sleep on Sept 23, 2008 and is now reunited with her devoted husband, Sigmund who died Sept 16, 2005. Born in Buffalo, NY on April 6, 1930, to the late Victor and Ione DeMarco, Marilyn graduated in 1951 from The Buffalo General Hospital School of Nursing where she continued to work as a Registered Nurse. In 1960 she moved with her husband and young daughter to Hamden, CT. While living in Hamden she worked as a Registered Nurse at the Hospital of St. Raphael for 16 years, where she made many lifelong friends as well as inspiring several young ladies to enter the nursing field. Upon retiring, Marilyn & Sig moved to Killingworth, CT where they were active members of the Killingworth Congregational Church, providing "coffee and" after the Sunday service for many years and helping out at the annual church fair. Marilyn was an active and dedicated member of the Killingworth Republican Town Committee for many years. Marilyn is survived by her daughter Lori Rackliffe and husband Russ of Essex, CT. She also leaves a dearly beloved brother, Gilbert DeMarco and his wife Cynthia, several muchloved nieces, nephews and cousins and a special grandson, Benjamin Rackliffe. Many dear friends will miss her and the good times they shared.

A memorial gathering of friends and family will be held on Sat, Oct 4 at 2pm in the Killingworth Congregational Church memorial garden. Please consider making a donation to the Killingworth Congregational Church, 273 Route 81, Killingworth, CT 06419 in Marilyn's memory. Swan Funeral Home of Clinton, CT is in charge of arrangements.

Nearly fifty homes and businesses across the state will be open to visitors on Saturday, October 4th from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. as part of the National Solar Tour. Among the locations is the Conti residence at 3 Jacob Lane in Killingworth.

Go to www.solarconnecticut.org and click on the yellow Solar Tour star and the image of the sites of interest for specific tour hours and directions. There is no cost to visit any of the installation sites.

The National Solar Tour is the single largest public demonstration of solar technology for homes and commercial buildings. The National Solar Tour is organized in Connecticut by Solar Connecticut a non-profit organization dedicated to building a solar community in the state.

This event is a perfect opportunity for those interested in solar power to see first-hand the types of installations and technologies of interest to them. Tour sites will be hosted by knowledgeable installers, designers, or site owners who will be prepared to provide information and discuss system details.

The Conti residence. Photo courtesy M. Trahan

Legal Notice of Public Hearing
Town of Killingworth
Charter Revision Commission

The Killingworth Charter Revision Commission shall hold a Public Hearing in the Killingworth Elementary School All Purpose Room, Route 81, Killingworth at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, October 2, 2008 in accordance with Section 7-191(a) of the Connecticut General Statutes; prior to beginning "substantive work" on amendment to the existing Charter. The Commission will receive public comment regarding revisions to the Town Charter.

At this hearing written communications will be received and interested persons may be heard.

Susan S. Adinolfo
Chairman