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Saturday, September 19, 2009SENIOR EXERCISE: The Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department is offering Senior Exercise on Mondays and Thursdays this from 9:00 - 9:40 am beginning on September 21st at St. Lawrence Church in Killingworth. The fee is $1.00 per class payable to the instructor. For more information, please call the HK Recreation Dept. at 345-8334 or visit us online at www.hkrec.com.
SENIOR SWIM: The Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department will be offering a mid-morning swim for Senior Citizens on Fridays from 11:00 - 11:45 am beginning September 18th. The program is held at the HK High School Pool. There is no charge to participate and you must be a resident of Haddam or Killingworth. For more information, please call the HK Recreation Department at 345-8334 or visit us on-line as www.hkrec.com. Participants must call 345-8334 each week they plan on attending.  The new office, which will house all administrative and operational functions, will be located at 17 Industrial Park Drive, Centerbrook, CT 06409. The move is expected to take place on September 29, 2009. All efforts will be made to prevent any disruption in business that day, however customer's patience is requested while the transition is made. There will be no change to the main phone number, which will remain 860-510-0429. The Estuary Transit District provides public transit service to Chester, Clinton, Deep River, Essex, Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook through its 9 Town Transit service. Connections are provided to New Haven, Middletown, Hartford and New London/Norwich bus services and Shoreline East Commuter Rail. Route maps and schedules are available online at www.9TownTransit.com or by calling 9 Town Transit at 860-510-0429.  Jason Funaro  Friday, September 18, 2009Resident Bob Wettish, who lives across the road from the new ball fields being constructed on Parker Hill Road Extension, has offered his report of what he believes is a bobcat patrolling the property. Bob said, "Notice that the prints do not have claws at the end of the pads, and that the pads are not tear shape like a dog. Looking it up in my track book it seems to be a large bobcat. Bobcat tracks are 1 7/8" to 2 1/2" long by 1 7/8" to 2 5/8" wide".
According to the Connecticut DEP, "Compared to many wildlife species, bobcats rarely cause conflicts with human activities. Infrequently, they kill livestock, especially fowl, and attack domestic cats. Problems caused by bobcats are too infrequent to justify efforts to reduce populations. Bobcat attacks on people are virtually unknown. They are not a significant vector of disease and rarely contract the mid-Atlantic strain of rabies." Photo courtesy B. Wettish  To Killingworth Republican Voters,
Thank you for your overwhelming support at Tuesday's primary. We were proud of the large voter turnout, and humbled by the results. We look forward to continuing our service to our community. Sincerely Richard Cabral Fred and Linda Dudek Claudette Lagasse  Cougars starters gather before the game. Photo courtesy S. Mazzotta Thursday, September 17, 2009 There is an exciting new organization in town, The Junior Democrats of Killingworth Club. It will hold its first meeting on October 2nd from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. The meeting will be a house party with music, pizza and fun. Buttons and lawn signs will be made for Cathy Iino's Campaign for first selectwoman of Killingworth. Cathy Iino will be there to answer questions. The meeting will be held at 59 Chestnut Hill Road (Patricia Trapasso's home). The party is being hosted by 11-year old Cailey Anderson. For more information and to R.S.V.P. call Patricia at 663-3413.  HK Field Hockey senior co-captain Marina Annino drives the ball upfield versus a Stonington defender. Photo courtesy E. Anderson  The KLA pizza delivery fleet will be out in force on Saturday, September 19th from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Library volunteers and board members will bring your Pizzeria DaVinci order to your doorstep for a $5.00 delivery charge that goes directly to the library. Call DaVinci's at 860 663 2256 to place your order. Saturday, October 17, will be the final pizza delivery night of the season. To the Editor:
By Catherine Iino I am very pleased that Republican voters today recognized Linda Dudek's strong credentials for the position of Town Clerk and Claudette Lagasse's, for that of Town Treasurer. Killingworth will continue to be well served by both of these generous, responsible, and knowledgeable public servants. To the Editor: By Jeff Yazmer I would like to offer a special thank you to all of those who came out and supported the Right Vote 09 Campaign's efforts in this election. Historically, Killingworth's Primaries have not had large turnouts. The Right Vote 09's unofficial count for this election shows over 41% of the town's republicans came out to be heard. I thank you for coming with hopes that the November's election and future elections will receive the same high voter turnout. This shows that people do care and have the town's best interest in mind.Click to Read Full Letter To the Editor: By David Denvir On behalf of the Killingworth Republican Town Committee, I extend my thanks to many: the poll workers, candidates, and everyone that worked so hard to produce the remarkable turnout. Most of all, I thank the hundreds of dedicated republicans that supported the caucus-endorsed candidates. Click to Read Full Letter Wednesday, September 16, 2009With just over 50% of the registered Republicans voting in today's primary, the ticket previously voted on and approved at the Republican caucus in July will continue to represent the party in the November elections. Fred Dudek and Richard Cabral will represent the Republicans for Selectmen; Linda Dudek will remain cross endorsed for Town Clerk and Claudette Lagasse will remain cross endorsed for Treasurer.
RESULTS: Selectmen: Fred Dudek, Jr: 389; Richard Cabral: 378; John Samperi: 203; Jeff Yazmer: 220 Town Clerk: Linda Dudek: 405; Terri Brasile: 190 Treasurer: Claudette Lagasse: 387; Jeannie Young: 205 Killingworth has 1182 registered Republicans. The last primary in Killingworth was also Republican, between W. David LeVasseur and Gerald Lucas in 1997. The HKHS Touchdown Club is creating a brick pathway, "The Cougar Path", that leads from the HKHS parking lot down to the lighted field. The Touchdown Club has been the driving force behind the installation of lights on the field. All proceeds from the "Buy a Brick" fundraiser will benefit the on-going effort to install lights on the football field.
Each brick is 4" x 8". You may choose three lines of type with 16 characters and spaces per line. You may also select any symbol to include, i.e. football, baseball, soccer ball, heart, shamrock, and many more which will constitute 4 characters. Please consider purchasing a brick for $50 to honor your present, past or future Haddam-Killingworth High School graduate, athlete, or favorite teacher! Or have your family name etched on the "Cougar Path" for all posterity to see! Deadline for the first order is September 30, 2009. Click to download the application form. Please call (860) 345-2429 or (860) 345-3746 with any questions. State Senator Ed Meyer will host his first-annual 12th District Senior Fair today, Wednesday, September 16 from 9 a.m. until Noon, in the Whitfield Room of the Guilford Community Center at 32 Church Street, Guilford.
Food and drink will be provided, and attendees include representatives from: the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut; Connecticut Housing Finance Authority; state Department of Mental health and Addiction Services; state Banking Department; Aging Department; Attorney General's Office; state Department of Social Services; Orchard House; Hospital of St. Raphael, VNA Community Healthcare; Office of the state Healthcare Advocate; AARP; state Insurance Department; Connecticut State Library for the Blind; United Way of Connecticut; Office of Congressman Joe Courtney; Operation Fuel; Connecticut Alzheimer's Association; Connecticut Association of Homecare and Hospice; state department of Public Utility Control; state Treasury Unclaimed Property Division; Social Security Administration; Friends of the Congressional Glaucoma Caucus Foundation; and more. "One out of every seven people in the 12th District is age 65 or older, including me," Sen. Meyer said, "and Connecticut has the seventh-oldest population in the nation. It's imperative that we communicate to our seniors all of the state and local resources available to them, and that we reach out to hear their concerns." This year's event will bring together senior citizens from Branford, Durham, Guilford, Killingworth, Madison and North Branford. According the 2000 U.S. Census (the latest available for small towns), there are a combined 13,055 residents age 65 or older in these six towns - an average of one out of every 7.6 people.  In the Market Master's Tent: Say "Hi" to Mindi...and pick up information about the market and Connecticut farms; Recipes to help you plan a dish with market items, and HVM T-Shirts, and free 'NO FARMS NO FOODS' bumper stickers, compliments of the American Farmland Trust. Guest Vendors: Whimsical Charms & Treasures and Hartke Knitting. Visit our website to learn more about their products. Community Group: Art Center of Killingworth and our Chinese Sister School Entertainment: Back Swampers. This Old Timey band is foot stompin' good! For the full calendar and to sign up for our newsletter visit: Higganum Village Market. The market is open Fridays 3:30-7:00 p.m. on the Higganum Green. Tuesday, September 15, 2009The Sale will be held on Saturday, October 10, - 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the church hall on the corner of Hemlock Drive and Route 81, Killingworth.
We offer a great selection of clothing, household items, books and toys. Our famous bake shop will offer your favorite pies, cakes cookies and goodies! Stop by and enjoy a cup of freshly brewed coffee, FREE! Hall will be open to drop off clean usable clothing & household items on the following dates: Tuesday, Oct. 6 - 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7 - 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9 - 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Baked goods accepted 10:00am - 5:00pm or early Saturday before 10:00 a.m. Please note: We CANNOT ACCEPT electrical items or children's items such as car seats or strollers. Questions? Please call Betty at 860-663-0204.  Monday, September 14, 2009 A resident reports finding a large black & white long-haired cat on their property on Pond Meadow Road this morning. She is safely waiting for her owners to call and claim her. Please call 663-1524 if you have any information.  The event will be hosted by the Cost family, who have been serving the shoreline and Middlesex County since 1983. They have recently started a new chapter by moving to their new 20,000 square foot store just south of the circle.  If you are a producer of maple syrup within Killingworth, you may wish to contact Emily Halle at the U.S. Department of Commerce at (860) 638-6950 or by e-mail at Emily.Halle@trade.gov. The Department of Commerce looks forward to working with you on this innovative project and helping Connecticut families and businesses take advantage of opportunities in their own backyards. Richard J. Cabral First Selectman  The Killingworth Volunteer Fire Company responded to the following incidents during the week beginning Sunday, September 6, 2009: Sunday: September 6: • 04:22:58 Medical Call, Fawn Hill Road. • 16:17:10 MVA, Route 148. Wednesday: September 9: • 15:52:32 Medical Call, Route 148. Friday: September 11: • 11:44:24 Medical Call, Route 148. • 13:26:03 Medical Call, Route 80. Saturday: September 12: • 22:29:30 MVA, Route 80.
To the Editor:
By John W. McMahon The September 15th Republican Primary fast approaches and I feel it is time we all remember what is of prime importance after we sift through all the commotion. What I believe to be most the most important issue is what is ultimately in the best interests of the citizens of Killingworth and who is best able to represent those interests. Click to Read Full Letter To the Editor: By David Denvir Political primaries are unusual, and Killingworth's current one is unusually nasty. I'm pleased to know it ends soon, and offer a word as to what brought us here. Click to Read Full Letter To the Editor: John Samperi This Tuesday Killingworth Republicans will vote for four key officials to go on the general election ballot. The RightVote09 candidates are all Republicans and are all equally qualified. We do not believe one has to be born in Killingworth to love Killingworth. Click to Read Full Letter To the Editor: By Jeff Yazmer Thank you, Ms Boulay for your questions & the opportunity to answer them for you & the townspeople of Killingworth. Click to Read Full Letter To the Editor: By Jeannie Young I am writing in response to a posting on Thursday, September 10th regarding myself and the other candidates with the Right Vote 2009 campaign. I greatly appreciate the wonderful remarks made on my behalf, however I feel that I need to make one correction. While I do have a Bachelor's Degree from Brigham Young University it is in Fitness not in Finance. As stated in that same posting I do have business management experience as well as years of banking experience. I feel the most important qualifications for anyone seeking an elected town position are honesty, integrity and a desire to serve the great people of this town. I feel very qualified to serve as the Killingworth Town Treasurer and fully support my fellow Right Vote 2009 Candidates. Sunday, September 13, 2009"Right to Vote 09"... I am still waiting for answers..please help!
Eileen Boulay Recently I submitted a document to Killingworth today.com with anticipation of receiving answers to my questions posed to the "Right to Vote 09" folks. I look(ed) forward to receiving the answers. To my surprise, I have received many emails asking if I received the answers to those questions. Click to Read Full Letter To the Editor: By David Gross I recently saw a primary election poster sponsored by The "Real" Republican Team. As a registered Republican in town for the past 25 years, I always thought I was a real Republican, but apparently I'm not as I am in favor of electing the most qualified individuals to serve in our town administration regardless of their party affiliation. No surprise then that I fully endorse the slate that The Killingworth Republican Town Committee has put forward comprised of many outstanding individuals that have and continue to serve this town very well. Click to Read Full Letter Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen Monday, September 14, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. Town Office Building 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge Of Allegiance 3. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting held August 24 and Special Meeting of September 1, 2009 4. Visitors: Concerning Items on the Agenda 5. Tax Abatements & Refunds: 6. Vacancies: (A) IWWC - 1, (B) Public Health Agency - 1, (C) Housing Partnership - 1 (D) Municipal Land Use - 2 (E) Parmelee Steering Comm. - 1 (F) Venuti Prop. Planning Comm. - 1 (G). Estuary Council of Seniors - 2 (H) Open Space Committee - 1 (I) Town Office Bldg.Study Comm.- 5 (J). W.P.C.A. - 1 7. Appointments: E. Parmelee Stering Comm. - George V. McQueeney 8. Old Business: A. Middlesex Hospital Homecare Agreement/Contract B. Multi-Year Capital Improvement Plan C. Acceptance of JAG Program Grant for $9,100 9. New Business: A. Venuti Property - Michael Venuti B. Discharge Reservoir Road Bridge Committee C. Parmelee Brush Mowing & Removal D. Approval of Return of Road Inspection Fees of $5,000 to Milano Family E. Rename Town Office Building Study Committee to Town Office Building Comm. F. Charge for Town Office Building Committee G. Appoint Members to Town Office Buiding Committee 10. RJC Comments 11. Selectmen's Concerns 12. Visitor Comments: General 13. Adjournment Printable version |
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