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Volume 14, Number 11 Berlin’s Only Hometown Newspaper Thursday, March 18, 2010

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Photo by Joseph A. Zebzda

Berlin High School’s Kaitlyn Bovee takes the ballto the hoop against Hillhouse Monday night in thesemifinals of the CIAC Class L state tournament.The Lady Redcoats came up short, 54-47. See sto-ry on page 19.

More McGee evacuations have parents worried, angry

By Olivia L. LawrenceThe Berlin Citizen

Last week McGee MiddleSchool was evacuated andshut down three days in arow, mainly due to fumesthat were entering the build-ing from roof repairs. Theschool was closed this weekfor air quality testing and isscheduled to re-open today.

The facility was scheduledto be open to the publicWednesday afternoon,March 17, to allow people tosee — and smell — for them-selves what is going on, said

interim Superintendent ofSchool Mark Winzler. A pub-lic meeting on the facility af-ter the open house wasscheduled to include: MayorAdam Salina, Board of Edu-cation President GaryBrochu, as well as represen-tatives from public works,the Department of Environ-mental Protection and thefirm of Fuss & O’Neill that isredesigning the school’sHVAC system.

“They’re testing everyroom in the place from soupto nuts,” Winzler said. He de-scribed how the week unfold-

After extensive air testing, schoolexpected to resume today

During last week’s evacuation, parents gather outsideMcGee Middle School and ask for information.

ed.March 10, students were

evacuated from the NortonRoad school about 11:50 a.m.due to odors originating witha roof repair that were beingsucked back into the schoolthrough the HVAC system.The “air handlers” wereturned off at that point. Thesecond incident, March 11,when roof repair fumes camethrough openings in the roof,caused another evacuation.During that incident, oneteacher fainted and was tak-en by ambulance to the hospi-tal. Roofers worked late intoThursday to finish the roof inadvance of predicted rains.

How sweet it is — sugaring timeat Hungerford Park

By Maura GaffneySpecial to The Citizen

Beautiful spring weatherbrought a steady flow of visi-tors to the New Britian YouthMuseum at Hungerford Park,on Farmington Avenue, forits annual Maple SugaringDay and Pancake BreakfastMarch 6. While sap drippedsteadily out of the taps in thesugar maple trees in thegrove, homemade maplesyrup was being poured gen-erously over the pancakes inthe kitchen — although somevisitors opted for the home-made blueberry or cranberrysauce instead.

“It’s a very popular event,because it’s educational,”said volunteer Cindi Witham.

“You walk to the maplegrove and see how the treesare tapped. You learn aboutthe entire process from startto finish,” said volunteerRuth Day. “It’s a wonderful

Photo by Maura Gaffney

Angelo Galante, 3, of Newington and Alethea Constan-tine, 5, of Kensington sample sap directly from amaple tree during sugaring day at Hungerford Park.See Sugaring, page 5

See Evacuations, page 26

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Meatball sub purchase costs BHS head cook her jobBy Olivia L. Lawrence

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Amy Audette, head cook atBerlin High School cafeteriafor 15 years, was abruptlyfired from her job Feb. 5. Offi-cials charge that Audettestole a $2 sub sandwich andset a bad example for herstaff. She says there were twosandwiches, which were go-ing to be thrown out, and she

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An interesting sight rolledinto town March 7 — a groupof bike-riding college kidsdressed in blue.

The cyclists, student mem-bers of the Connecticut Pub-lic Interest Research Group(ConnPIRG), stopped at theKensington-Berlin Amtrakstation that afternoon as partof a campaign to raise aware-ness for public transporta-tion, specifically, high-speedrail.

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Director of Human Re-sources Denise Bard, whohandled the firing, said shecould not comment on the sit-uation. Prosinski did not re-spond to an e-mail inquiry,from The Citizen, seekingcomment.

Board of Education Presi-dent Gary Brochu said theschool board will not becomeinvolved unless the griev-ance progresses to the boardlevel. “Discipline is left tomanagement,” Brochu said.

On Feb. 5, a Friday, Audette

JobContinued from page 2

bought two meatball substhat hadn’t sold. She e-mailedProsinski to let him know ofher intention. That e-mailwas forwarded to human re-sources and Audette wasthen quickly called to theboard of education officeswhere she was told she’d vio-lated policy and was likely tobe fired.

Audette doesn’t know whyher supervisor didn’t contacther after she e-mailed him.“If what I was doing waswrong why didn’t he say‘don’t do that’?”

After that Friday meeting,she was told to come back at 8a.m. Monday, Feb. 8. “It was aterrible, terrible weekend,”she said.

That Monday, Audette wasgiven the opportunity to re-sign but she did not believethat was the right course ofaction. Also at the firing, wasDawn Knapple, head of theCook Managers Associationof the Berlin Cafeteria. At

this time, Knapple said she isunable to comment on thesituation as a grievance isunder way.

The termination letterfrom Bard outlines why Au-dette was fired. “You admit-ted that you did take two subsandwiches despite the pro-vision in the policy thatclearly prohibits the pur-chase of individual ready-to-eat items.” In addition, Au-dette paid cash, when shepaid $2 for two sandwichesand that also is not allowedby policy.

On Jan. 11, Prosinski dis-tributed an updated Employ-ee Purchase Policy to all foodservices employees. The poli-cy includes provisions that:cash will not be accepted, noindividual ready-to-eat itemscan be purchased, such assandwiches, and that no foodor other items are to be re-moved from the kitchenswithout purchasing them.

In the termination letter,Bard states that Audettesigned acknowledgement ofthe policy on Jan. 14. The pol-icy was again discussed withAudette on Jan. 28 and in astaff meeting she attended

that day.In her e-mail to Prosinski,

Audette stated, “We madefour meatball and sold two.FYI — I bought the other two,so no cash loss.” Audettesaid, in her mind, the subswere going to be thrownaway and that this was apractical solution.

However, Bard wrote:“You in fact paid only $2, theprice of one sandwich,rather than paying the pricefor two sandwiches” andthen misrepresented thefacts in her e-mail to Prosins-ki. “Your failure to pay forboth sandwiches constitutestheft.”

In addition, Bard writes,that Audette’s “casual expec-tation” that staff should ob-serve her violating policyput an “undue burden” onthem and also on the cashierwho had to violate policyduring the transaction. “Un-fortunately the actions youtook on Thursday, in front ofyour staff, displayed ex-tremely poor judgment aswell as a lack of manage-ment skills necessary for thejob. We cannot tolerate steal-ing or deliberate violations

of policy.”Bard also wrote“You

breached the trust that is socritical to the food servicemanager position.”

Audette said the incidenthas “been blown out of pro-portion” and that she did notreceive a written warning,verbal warning or any otherdiscipline before termina-tion. While she admits, inretrospect, she did make anerror in judgment, Audettedoes not believe it consti-tutes grounds for firing. Shesaid the policy Bard refers tois relatively new and that thecook managers associationdid not “sign off ” on it as theorganization does with itsformal cook managers asso-ciation agreement with theboard of education. (The fivemanagers of the school dis-trict’s five cafeterias com-prise the cook managers as-sociation. It is not affiliatedwith a larger union and itdoes not retain a lawyer.)

Brochu said day-to-day op-erations, policy and proce-dures, typically are not in-

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educational event.”The museum’s marketing

and special events coordina-tor Donna Veach said theevent drew about 350 visitorsthis year, the largest atten-dance ever. “What we do is anexample of how it was donemany years ago,” Veach said.She explained that the pro-duction of maple syrup goesback to pre-colonial times.Native Americans showed

the colonists how to tap intothe maple trees and how toconcentrate the sugar-waterinto sweet syrup.

“It brings days gone by tothis area,” she said, adding,“It’s a long process. It re-quires a lot of work.”

Visitors learned that thereis only a short window oftime in late winter and earlyspring during which sap canbe collected to make sweetmaple syrup.

“We’re getting perfectdays right now,” said

Hungerford educator NickDiaz. “When the days areover 40 degrees and it’s freez-ing at night, it’s perfect. Ifit’s sunny, that’s even better.The trees are storing sap intheir roots all winter. Whenthe tree starts waking up, thesap starts flowing up fromthe roots during the day andflows back down at night.That flow is what we tapinto.”

Diaz talked about how thesap is processed into syrup.Hungerford staff members

boil the sap in a flat evapora-tion pan to cook off the wa-ter. As the water evaporates,the sap thickens and getssweeter and sweeter.

“We pour it hot into the jarand right into the fridge,”

Veach said. The syrup beingmade right now will be usedfor next year’s Maple Sugar-ing Day event and for an ad-ditional pancake breakfastheld at Hungerford in thefall.

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Ukrainian EasterFestival

St. Mary’s Ukrainian Or-thodox Church, 54 Winter St.,New Britain, has scheduledthe 16th annual UkrainianEaster Festival for Saturday,March 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.in the church hall. The event

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Easter Pierogiand Butter Lambsale

St. Lucian’s Residence, 532Burritt St., New Britain, hasscheduled its Easter Pierogiand Butter Lamb sale for Sat-urday, March 27 from 8 a.m.to 1 p.m. Sauerkraut, cheese,potato and cheese and meatpierogi as well as butterlambs, golabki, soups, breadsand pastries will be avail-able. For more information,

Matinee to perform atspring concert

The Kensington Congregational Church hasscheduled its 7th annual spring concert for Sun-day, March 21 at 3 p.m. The concert will featureMatinee, an eight-member women’s a cappellagroup; the Ringtones, a six-member men’s a cap-pella group and the McGee Middle School jazzband. The concert is open to the public; a free-will offering will be collected. Refreshments willbe served.

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The Kensington Congrega-tional Church Christian Edu-cation program has sched-uled a Parent/Child play-group for Tuesdays from 9:30to 11 a.m. The group meets ona “drop in” basis, in the cribroom in the Reeves Center,185 Sheldon St. All children,from infants to preschoolers,are welcome. For more infor-mation call (860) 828-4511.

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Annie B. CannataAnnie B. (Misiorski) Can-

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She attended New BritainSchools and graduated fromUpstate Medical Center, Syra-cuse University with a de-gree in nursing. She was em-ployed as a registered nurseby Dempsey Hospital,UCONN, Farmington for sev-eral years and then spent themajority of her nursing ca-reer as a Nursing Supervisorat The Hospital for SpecialCare, New Britain, when itwas referred to as The Memo-rial Hospital. After 35 yearsin the full time nursing field,she worked part time untilthe age of 82 at The Southing-ton Care Facility.

She leaves her son, Sebast-ian and his wife, Carol Can-nata of Wethersfield; herdaughter, Mary Ann Agostiniof Niantic; her two grand-daughters, Mary Jean Agosti-ni and her husband MarkVaughan of Berlin and Ni-antic and Barbara Keeganand her husband John of Or-ange; her great-grandchil-dren, Jack Keegan, Ryan,Aubry and Aleia Vaughan;

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Obituariesher sister, Pauline Drozdows-ki and her husband Peter ofNew Britain; and a favoriteniece and nephew, Maureenand Richard Sylvester andtheir two sons, Brian andKevin. She was formerlymarried to Sebastian A. Can-nata, who passed away in1987. She was also prede-ceased by her brother, Stan-ley Misiorski; and her sis-ters, Alma Kraszewski andJean Reznik. She alsoleaves many friends, neigh-bors and medical colleagues.She was a dedicated nurse,unrelenting in the assistanceand encouragement shewould offer her patients innursing them back to health.She took immense pride inher work and will be deeplymissed by everyone.

Funeral rites were heldMarch 16, 2010 from the PaulA. Shaker/Farmingdale Fu-neral Home, New Britain, fol-lowed by a Liturgy of Christ-ian Burial at Sacred HeartChurch, New Br, Ct.

Memorial donations maybe made to The Hospital forSpecial Care, 2150 Corbin Av-

enue, New Britain, CT 06053.To extend condolences to

the Cannata Family or toshare a memory of Annie,visit www.shakerfuneral-home.com.

John Bozzuto Jr.John Boz-

zuto Jr., 73, ofBerlin diedp e a c e f u l l yMarch 11,2010 at Yale-New HavenHospital withhis belovedwife and best friend Donna(Vumback) Bozzuto at hisside.

Born in New Britain, theson of the late John and thelate Josephine (Alvaro) Boz-zuto, he graduated from NewBritain High School in 1956,was an auto body repair spe-cialist for 35 years, andowned and operated Mid-State Motors, Inc. and Subur-ban Self Storage, a well-re-spected auto body businessand storage facility for 21years in the town of Berlin.

He was a member of St. PaulChurch.

In addition to his wife, heis survived by four devotedchildren, Gina B. Troup andher husband Jeffrey Oswaldof Farmington, Nicole B. O’-Connor and her husbandSean of Seattle, Wash.,Christopher Bozzuto and hiswife Shannon Kathol of FairOaks, Calif. and Shannon B.Chant and her husbandMark of Middle Island, N.Y.;a brother, Pasquale Bozzutoof Unionville, and ten beauti-ful grandchildren who willremember him, not only forhis devotion to family andkindness to all, but for his in-genuity, attention to detail,sense of humor, and dedica-tion to the Boston Red Sox.He was predeceased by his

brother, Samuel. John hastouched the hearts of every-one who knew him, and hisfamily is forever grateful totheir loving husband and fa-ther for teaching them whatit means to live an honorablelife through his own selflessexample.

Services were held March15, 2010 from Porter’s Funer-al Home, Kensington, fol-lowed by a funeral liturgy atSt. Paul Church. Entomb-ment was in the mausoleumat St. Mary Cemetery, NewBritain.

In lieu of flowers, his fam-ily requests that gifts bemade in his memory to BeThe Match Foundation atwww.BeTheMatch.org.

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Monday, March 22: Ovenbaked kielbasa, pierogies,sweet and sour red cabbage,dark rye bread, cinnamonapplesauce.

Tuesday, March 23: NewEngland clam chowder with

crackers, seafood salad,three bean salad, croissant,homemade potato salad,fresh fruit compote.

Wednesday, March 24:Turkey cacciatore, wholegrain pasta, Italian raw veg-etable salad, Italian bread,Italian ice.

Thursday, March 25:Homemade meatloaf withGreek gravy, mashed pota-toes, yellow and greensquash, whole grain bread,fresh fruit.

Friday, March 26: Meatravioli with sauce, Italianmixed vegetables, salad, Ital-ian bread, fruit shortcake.

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Senior Safe Driver Class-es, sponsored by BerlinAARP Chapter 3035, arescheduled for Wednesdayand Thursday, March 24 and25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at theCommunity Center. Bothclasses must be attended toreceive the certificate thatentitles a discount on autoinsurance premium. Pre-reg-istration is required as theclass size is limited. For

more information and cost,call Barbara Dixon at (860)828-6295.

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Tuesday, March 30 – 12:45to 1:45 Blood pressure screen-ing.

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center on Colonial Drive haveto navigate a steep, unevenslope in order to get insidethe facility or back to vehi-cles in the elevated parkingarea. Now, Berlin is in line forstate funds to correct theproblem. Governor M. JodiRell announced, last week,that a reallocation of $50,000,in previously approved fundsfor the Berlin Senior Center,is expected to gain approvalwhen the State Bond Com-mission meets March 16.

At an August 2004 meetingof the State Bond Commis-sion, funds were allocated toprovide a grant in aid toBerlin to finance ADA im-provements associated withthe expansion of the existingsenior center for additionalprogram spaces and consoli-dation of all community

services divisions into the fa-cility. Now funds will be di-rected to correcting the ac-cess problems.

“The purpose of this real-location is to use the fundsfor repaving of the parkinglot and to build an accessibleramp from the parking lot tothe facility,” Rell said. “Wewant to do all we can to workwith the town in order tomake the senior center thebest it can be. By workingclosely with Berlin officialsand putting this money to-ward the best possible use,we can improve the qualityof life for seniors in town.”

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have a comment at this time.State Senator Donald De-

Fronzo (D-New Britain) andRepresentative Joe Aresi-mowicz issued statements inregards to the expected allo-cations.

“This reallocation requestis very much in line with theoriginal intent of the fund-ing and will help to improveaccessibility at the SeniorCenter for the betterment ofthe seniors who utilize theprograms offered there,” De-Fronzo said.

“ADA improvements,which make the building ac-cessible to seniors and indi-viduals living with disabili-

ty, are essential to the SeniorCenter’s daily operations,”Aresimowicz said. “I’m veryglad that this reallocationwill be before the Bond Com-mission and that these im-provements will go for-ward.”

The Berlin Senior Centeris open to all Berlin residentsage 60 or older at no cost. Thecenter is open Mondaythrough Friday from 8:30a.m. to 4 p.m.

The center provides recre-ational and library services,assistance with forms, theCHOICES Medicare assis-tance program, nutritionand meal programs and a

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(Information submitted bythe office of Gov. M. Jodi Relland the office of Sen. DonaldDeFronzo.)

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Nurses from the VNAHealthcare will conduct thescreening on four days from

8:30 to 10:30 a.m. as follows:Tuesday, March 23 at the

Newington Senior & Dis-abled Center, 120 Cedar St.,Newington.

Wednesday, March 24 atthe Pitkin Community Cen-ter, S-2, 30 Greenfield St.,Wethersfield.

Tuesday, March 30 at theBerlin Community Center,230 Kensington Rd.

Wednesday, March 31 atthe Rocky Community Cen-ter, 55 Church St., Rocky Hill.

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quired. Participants mustnot eat after mid-night of theevening before their appoint-ment.

The screening is free. Par-ticipants who would like fur-ther information will be eli-gible to attend a follow-up ed-ucational program in thespring. For more informa-tion or to schedule an ap-pointment, contact the Cen-tral Connecticut Health Dis-trict at (860) 721-2818(www.ccthd.org).

Prescription drugcounseling

The Central ConnecticutHealth District and theWethersfield Senior Centerhave scheduled a prescrip-tion drug counseling pro-gram for residents of Berlin,Newington, Rocky Hill, andWethersfield. The programsessions offer individualizeddrug counseling and provideinformation about supple-ments and over the counterdrugs. Participants can dis-cuss their medications in aconfidential, one-on-one ses-sion with a pharmacist, whowill provide informationabout the best way and timeto take particular medica-tions, drug interactions, vita-min supplements, possibleside effects, and potential al-ternatives such as the use ofgeneric medications.

Pharmacist John F. Aforis-mo, of RJ Health Systems,Inc., in Wethersfield con-ducts the counseling sessionsfree of charge. The next clin-ic is scheduled for Wednes-day, March 31 from 10 a.m. tonoon in Room F-1 at thePitkin Community Center, 30Greenfield St., Wethersfield.Appointments are required.

For more information orto schedule an appointment,contact the Central Connecti-cut Health District at (860)721-2818.

Blood glucosescreening

The Central ConnecticutHealth District and theWethersfield Health CareCenter have scheduled a glu-cose screening program toresidents of Berlin, Wethers-field, Rocky Hill and Newing-ton who are 65 years of ageand older.

Jacki Baranowski, R.N.from the Wethersfield HealthCare Center, will conduct freeblood glucose screeningsmonthly in Rocky Hill andWethersfield. The blood sug-ar test takes only minutes,and time is permitted to al-low participants an opportu-nity to discuss the meaningof the resulting numbers andwhat to do if the sugar levelis too high.

The remaining screeningfor the month of March isscheduled for Tuesday,March 23 from 10 a.m. to noonat the Rocky Hill Senior Cen-ter, 55 Church Street, RockyHill. The usual schedule oftwo clinics will resume inApril. Residents may partici-pate at the location of theirchoice.

Appointments are re-quired. For more informa-tion, directions, and to sched-ule an appointment, contactthe Central ConnecticutHealth District at (860) 721-2818.

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Midstate Medical Centerhas scheduled the followinghealth programs in March.

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Friday, March 26 – Lunchand Learn! Hereditary Colonand Endometrial Cancer,from noon to 1 p.m. at the Vil-lage at Kensington Place,third floor. A percentage ofcolon and endometrial can-cers are related to family his-tory. Hereditary colon and en-

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CitizenOpinion12 The Berlin CitizenThursday, March 18, 2010

Letters to the EditorIs this just?

To the editor:My name is Amy Audette

and I have lived here inBerlin all my life and wasemployed by the Town ofBerlin and the Board of Edu-cation for the past 15 years asthe head cook at Berlin HighSchool. On Feb. 8, I was ter-minated, I believe wrongly,so I am bringing my con-cerns to the townspeople ofwhich I have served for manyyears.

The reason I was termi-nated is that I violated anemployee purchase agree-ment. I purchased two meat-ball grinders. Thesegrinders would have beenthrown into the garbage. Be-fore I did, I e-mailed my bossand told him of my intent. Idid not receive a responsefrom him and so I wentahead and gave the cashiermy $2 stating “here is $2 forthe grinders, $1 for each, Iwas throwing them away”

she accepted my cash.I later found out my e-mail

was forwarded to human re-sources.

I didn’t think that, sincethese grinders were beingtossed out, that it would be aviolation of any policy. I didpay for them and I did informmy boss as to my intentionsbefore doing so. If I was go-ing to “steal” them would Ihave done this? Mind you Iwas never given a verbal orwritten warning, or a sus-pension of any kind, I wasjust terminated after 15years of service to the schoolsystem and the Town ofBerlin.

I have lived in Berlin myentire life. I graduated fromBerlin High School as did mythree sons. I have alwaysbeen active in our communi-ty from volunteering withmy children’s schools tobaseball and beyond. Duringmy 15 years at Berlin HighSchool I have donated mytime to many people and or-

ganizations from Ms.Mitchell with the UpBeatprogram, to the All NightGraduation Party, the Relayfor Life, cooking at the BerlinFair, to working with organi-zations like the Lyons Club,when the Mahoney’s houseburnt last year and Mr.Tubbs came to me and askedif I would help cook for thefundraiser, I did, we cookedwell over 100#’s of pasta andserved over 600 people thatnight I also organized, withDr. Cicchetti’s blessing, aschool-wide collection to“Bring the Troops Home forthe Holidays”. I have done alot not just for our school sys-tem but for the Town ofBerlin. I am telling you this,not to toot my own horn, butso that you may understandthe type of person I truly amand what kind of individualthe Town of Berlin is lettinggo as an employee. I am adedicated individual whohas served lunches to your

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Government MeetingsMonday, March 22

Board of Education, Town Hall, 7 p.m.Tuesday, March 23

Water Control Commission, Town HallRoom 8, 7 p.m.

Zoning Board of Appeals, Town Hall, 7p.m.

Thursday, March 25Planning & Zoning Commission, Town

Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m.Public Building Commission, Town Hall

Room 8, 7:30 p.m.Monday, April 5

Historic District, Town Hall Room 7, 7 p.m.Tuesday, April 6

Inland/Wetlands Commission, Town HallRoom 8, 7 p.m.

Town Council, Town Hall Council Cham-bers, 7 p.m.

Veterans Commission, American LegionPost 68, Porters Pass, 7 p.m.

CommentaryDeFronzo earns ‘excellence’award from teachers’ group

Sen. Don-ald DeFronzo( D - N e wBritain) wasp r e s e n t e dwith the“Paragon ofE xc e l l e n c eA w a r d , ”March 6, bythe American Federation ofTeachers — the first time amember of the General As-sembly has been recognizedin this way.

DeFronzo received theaward at a ceremony in Hart-ford, this past Saturday forhis “exemplary leadershipand advocacy to our mem-bers.”

“I’m honored and hum-bled to receive this awardfrom AFT Connecticut and tobe the recipient of this orga-nization’s first legislativeaward in its 50-year history,”DeFronzo said.

The organization recog-nized DeFronzo for hisstrong opposition to a pro-posed merger between Hart-ford Hospital and the Univer-

sity of Connecticut HealthCenter. Proponents said thatthe plan would help to savethe financially troubled uni-versity hospital; however,leaders in the region’s otherhospitals—including St.Francis Hospital and Med-ical Center, Bristol Hospitaland the Hospital of CentralConnecticut—claimed thatthe proposal would offer tax-payer dollars to two competi-tive hospitals and a majoredge as other regional med-ical centers struggle to bal-ance their budgets.

“The proposal was craftedon the grounds that it wouldstrengthen the UConnHealth Center, but it wasfraught with questions,” De-Fronzo said, adding that themove would require a signifi-cant investment from thestate and could jeopardizethe standing of the otherhospitals in the central Con-necticut region. “I did not,and still do not, believe it wasthe ideal solution to the

DeFronzo

Legislators field questionsfrom Berlin residents

By Maura GaffneySpecial to The Citizen

The Berlin Legislative Del-egation held an informalmeeting March 11 at TownHall to hear concerns andideas from constituents.About a dozen residents at-tended asked questions andvoiced concerns to the threeDemocrats who representthem in the General Assem-bly: state Senator Donald De-Fronzo and state Representa-tives Joe Aresimowicz andCatherine Abercrombie.

Aresimowicz opened themeeting. “It’s important tous to have an exchange aswe’re entering into the leg-islative session. We like tohear the ideas that are out

there and your thoughts onthe issues we’re facing. Asyou know, the budget will bea major issue this year. We’dlove your input and to hearyour thoughts.”

Aresimowicz said much ofhis focus lately has been ongetting municipalities to “re-gionalize” and share moreservices. “We’re going to in-centivize towns to cooperatemore on a regionalbasis…We have to changethe way we do business onthe municipal level and thestate level.”

As an example, he citedthe fact that the state hasboth a Department of Educa-tion and a Department of

See Letters, page 14

See Legislators, next page

See Award, page 15


The Mattabassett Districtreceives top award

The Mattabassett District,which cleans wastewater formore than 140,000 residentsand 5,500 businesses in sevenmunicipalities, includingBerlin, has been honored bythe New England Water En-vironment Association asWastewater Treatment Facil-ity of the Year.

“We’re extremely honoredto have received this award,”said Mattabassett DistrictExecutive Director BrianArmet. “Our engineers andstaff take our responsibilityto our communities and tothe environment very seri-ously. This recognition vali-dates the strides we’ve madeto optimize our existing sys-tems, save energy and mini-mize environmental im-pact.”

The award was presentedto the district at NEWEA’sannual conference in Janu-ary in Boston.The fifth largest wastewaterprocessing facility in Con-necticut, The MattabassettDistrict is located inCromwell. The facilityserves the municipalities ofCromwell, New Britain andBerlin, part of Middletownand portions of Newington,Rocky Hill and Farmington.The district’s wastewater

treatment facility removesorganics, bacteria and toxinsfrom more than 20 milliongallons of wastewater perday.

Over the past seven years,the 42-year-old Cromwell-based facility has reengi-neered its nitrogen removalsystems, replaced inefficientgenerators, upgraded itsmonitoring and processequipment and negotiated fa-vorable electrical contracts.It costs The district 93 centsto treat 1,000 gallons ofwastewater, making it one ofthe 10 most efficient waste-water processing districtsnationwide.

The Mattabassett Dis-trict’s engineering andprocess investments repre-sent the first step in a majorupgrade of the plant beingplanned over the next fouryears that will increase itswastewater processing ca-pacity to participating com-munities, meet new waterquality standards and helppreserve marine life down-stream in the Long IslandSound. For more informa-tion, visit http://www.mat-tabassettdistrict.org.

(Submitted by the Mat-tabassett District.)

Meet the Rossi familyTell us about your

family. Even though wejust moved into town threemonths ago, we feel likewe have been here foryears. Melissa grew up intown and graduated fromBerlin High School in 1996,and Scott has been ateacher at McGee MiddleSchool for nineyears. Melissa works atAetna in Hartford andScott is currently busypreparing for the upcom-ing men’s and women’slacrosse seasons at BHS.Our son, Maxwell, is daysaway from his first birth-day, and he loves playingwith his pets. We wish ourbulldog, Madeline, enjoyedour two cats, Toby andTina, as much as Maxdoes.

What is your favoritefamily outing? Our fa-vorite family outing inBerlin has to be visitingMax’s Grammy and Poppyjust a few minutes downthe road. We love goingover to spend time withthem. When we have time,we love taking trips toMystic as afamily. Whether we’rewalking through the vil-

Scott and Melissa Rossi, with son Max, at the Mys-tic Aquarium.

lage center or taking Maxto the aquarium, we al-ways have a great time.

What is your favoritefamily dinner? Our fa-vorite family dinner has tobe Bill’s Pizza. While liv-ing in East Hampton, weused to make the occasion-al special trip to Berlin forit. Max likes the sauce, andour (now overweight) bull-dog loves the crust.

What do you like bestabout living in Berlin?

Without a doubt, our fa-vorite thing about living inBerlin has to be our newneighborhood. The neigh-bors have made us feelvery welcome, and we feelfortunate to be surroundedby so many wonderful fam-ilies.

(To have your family fea-tured please send anemail to [email protected] orcall (860) 829-5720.)

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Higher Education. “Can’t welook to do some kind of shar-ing of services? I’m not say-ing lay people off, becauseour unemployment’s highenough but we can do thingsthrough attrition? We haveretirements all the time. Wedon’t have to replace all thosepositions. We’re looking ateverything under the micro-scope.”

Abercrombie agreed withregionalization. “We’re asmall state. We have 169towns. We should be able todo regionalization better.”

Many in the audiencevoiced support for sharingservices with neighboringtowns and also expressedconcerned about GovernorRell’s proposed budget cuts to

the Department of SocialServices. “DSS is an easy tar-get when budget cuts areneeded,” claimed one resi-dent. He said the Governor’sbill cuts in all the wrong ar-eas.

One member of the audi-ence suggested money couldbe saved at the University ofConnecticut by firing basket-ball Coach Jim Calhoun andby stopping “double dip-ping” by retired universitystaff members. He was refer-ring to employees who retireand receive pension funds,but then are hired back. De-Fronzo said the situationshouldn’t happen and “does-n’t reflect well on state gov-ernment”.

Referring to the Petit case,the same resident urged thelegislators to support a pro-posed bill to speed up the le-gal process for death penalty

cases and allow victims insuch cases to testify before averdict is reached. DeFronzosaid he voted against repeal-ing the death penalty lastyear and agreed that a pro-longed appeal process indeath penalty cases is prob-lematic. While the rights ofthe accused have to be pro-tected, the length of the Petitcase is “inhumane to Dr. Pe-tit.”

Among the challenges inthe upcoming session, thebudget is primary, DeFronzosaid. “We have a 500 milliondollar deficit we’re still look-ing at for this year. So be-tween now and the end of thesession in May, we have totry to close that gap. Thatpresents real challenges forus in the sense that we haveto cut, but at the same timewe need to protect importantservices for the people of our

district…We have to bemindful of the impact thosecuts will have on people, pro-grams and institutions.”

DeFronzo said improve-ments to the Berlin train sta-tion have already beenplanned and more are likelyto come as the New Haven toSpringfield high speed railproject evolves. “This projectwas pipe dream four or fiveyears ago, and now it lookslike it’s really going to hap-pen. If we can achieve thegoal of opening up centralConnecticut so that peoplecan have a 90 minute com-mute to New York City, itwould have an unbelievableeconomic development im-pact on the area... and a greatimpact on the town ofBerlin.”

The Hartford-to-NewBritain busway project“looks like it’s going to hap-

pen” as well, he said.DeFronzo confirmed that

a $50,000 state grant will becoming to Berlin to “helpwith renovations at the Se-nior Center”. Funds are ex-pected to be released March16. (See story page 18).

In terms of saving money,the senator said legislatorsare “really taking a deeplook at the agencies we over-see.” For example, it coststhe state nearly a million dol-lars to produce vehicle regis-tration stickers, yet police nolonger use the stickers tocheck registrations. Instead,they use new technology toscan license plate numbersinto a database.

“The good thing about fi-nancial crisis is that it forcesus to look at things wewouldn’t otherwise look at,”

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children and maybe evenyourselves, for the past fif-teen years and do not want tosee my job lost because ofgrinders.

I know that I should not beterminated for this reason.Please explain to me how isany of this just?

Amy Audette

Gold mine neededTo the editor:Great googley-moogley,

here we go again!The Town Council said be-

cause of the economic cli-mate, and economic down-turn and also because oftown expenses, we are look-ing at about almost a 5.6 per-cent tax increase. Now, I amsure it could be whittleddown slightly, but it is still asizable increase. I also knowbecause of the leadership ofthe Town Council, this is a

must-do situation we arefaced with. I am sure poor oldCouncilman Dacey wore hispencil to the nub and gotcramps in his hand trying tofigure our a budget that wecan live with and that he canpresent to the townspeople.

Now, I realize it takes quitea bit of money to run thetown and Board of Educa-tion. Quite a bit! We want tobuy land for a new highschool (that we do need). Wehave contractual obligationsto employee unions and allthe little necessities that the

town incurred over theyears, but good golly, our tax-es are high enough. I (fast be-coming one of the old folks)am struggling just to get byliving on a fixed income. Anyinvestments that people havemade are about as flat astheir wallets because youcan’t get much more that onepercent in interest at thebank. Any 401(k) is justabout a 101(k) now.

I think about the best ideathe town can make is tobreak up the tax payments(which has been asked formany years) and somehowsee if we can find an oil wellor a diamond or gold minesomewhere within the townborders. I guess we have suc-ceeded in keeping VIP out,however, as you drive aroundI see quite a few for sale signsor foreclosure notices in thetown. There is very littlesense in having a town whichis a great place to live, if youcan’t afford to live there.

What are we going to do?The water is getting prettyhigh and we can’t swim allday and night.

Bob McGeeKensington

A true heroTo the editor:Recently we lost a true

hero and an asset to the hu-man race, VinnyLewandowski.

Vinny was my command-ing officer in the U.S. ArmyReserve 76th Infantry train-ing division, West Hartford.

I remember when Vinnywas promoted to Captain. Ifyou ever needed help, day ornight, Vinny would never re-fuse you. If he could not helpyou, he would call on some-one immediately that wouldhelp, no matter what theproblem was. Vinny was al-ways on call. Vinny did nothave a mean streak in him.

I remember when Vinnyretired from the Army Re-serve after 20 more years as aLt. Colonel, two ranks undera General.

I want to commend theKensington and Berlin fireand police departments, andthe fire departments from allover the state, for the send-offthey gave their fire chief, tohis final resting place. Wewill all miss him in our com-munity.

Hank PustelnikKensington


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Raymond BossoR ay m o n d

Bosso, 98, ofBerlin, wid-ower of Doris( G a r i e p y )Bosso, diedMarch 6, 2010at a local con-v a l e s c e n thome.

Born in Italy, the son ofthe late Secondo and the lateVittoria (Brochetti) Bosso,he was employed at FafnirBearing Company, and re-tired from Pratt & Whitneyin Southington. He was amember of St. Paul Church.

He is survived by a son

and daughter-in-law, Ray-mond D. Bosso and his wifeCarolyn of Berlin; threedaughters, Diane Flynn andher husband Stephen ofWethersfield, Charlotte Max-ey of Kensington andMaryann Kovach. He alsoleaves several grandchildrenand great-grandchildren.

Private funeral services atPorter‘s Funeral Home inKensington will be at theconvenience of the family.Burial will follow in St. MaryCemetery, New Britain.There are no calling hours.In lieu of flowers, those whowish may make donations inhis memory to the VisitingNurses Association, 240

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Health Center’s financialproblems.”

The AFT, represents 2,500professional, non-facultyemployees—including nurs-es—at the UConn HealthCenter. The organization op-posed the merger on thegrounds that Hartford Hos-pital would be given controlof the Health Center’s gover-nance with little oversightto protect the public interestin the facility.

AFT Connecticut has over28,000 members in morethan ninety locals repre-senting teachers and schoolrelated personnel, state andmunicipal employees,healthcare professionalsand higher education facul-ty.

(Submitted by Sen. De-Fronzo’s office.)

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Passport DayThe Berlin Town Clerk’s

office has scheduled PassportDay on Saturday, March 27from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at TownHall, 240 Kensington Rd.

The event will providepassport information and theoffice will accept passport ap-plications.

United States citizensmust present a valid passportbook when entering or re-en-tering the United States byair. Citizens entering thestates from Canada, Mexico,the Caribbean and Bermudaat land borders and seaportsof entry must present a pass-port book, passport card, orother travel documents ap-proved by the U. S. govern-ment.

Birth certificates cannotbe issued at the town clerksoffice on Sturday, March 27.By law,m they must be issuedfrom another facility as theoffice cannot issue a passportand a birth certificated fromthe sale facility.

For information on thecost or how to apply for a U.S.passport, visit travel-state.gov, call the NationalPassport Information Center,toll-free, at 1-877-487-2778 or

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Golf tournamentFriends of Berlin Baseball

has scheduled the 5th annualgolf tournament to benefitthe Berlin High School base-ball team for Sunday, May 2 atTimberlin Golf Course.

Shot gun start is at 12:30p.m.

For more information, do-nations, registration andcost, contact Hank Matuszakat (860) 829-2281, Brad Par-sons at (860) 828-1660, RobSylvester at (860) 828-5821 orDon Dellaquila at (860) 828-7668.

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Governor M. Jodi Rell an-

nounced that $30 million tofund local paving projectsand road repairs and an addi-tional $10 million for localcapital improvement proj-ects is expected to gain ap-

Government briefproval when the state BondCommission meets March16.

Governor Rell said the $30million in Town Aid Road(TAR) funding and $10 mil-lion in Local Capital Im-provement Program (LOCIP)funding has been highly an-ticipated by cities and towns.Of this total, Berlin is slatedto receive $167,316.64.

“We all know we are in themidst of a very difficultbudget year,” Governor Rellsaid. “It is a tough year forthe state and for towns, butwe will not overlook our lo-cal governments’ needs. All169 municipalities are im-

pacted by this funding. Manyhave already expended localfunds for road maintenancein anticipation of receivingthese funds, and we will notlet them down. These fundswill also help create muchneeded local constructionjobs.

“All across the state, thereare roads in need of repairand resurfacing. This stateaid will address not onlyroad renovations but alsohelp to improve sidewalks,sewer facilities and floodcontrol. Cities and townshave been patient, and thesefunds are on their way intomunicipal coffers.”

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CitizenSports 19The Berlin CitizenThursday, March 18, 2010

CIAC cracks down on official-bashing by coaches

The CIAC Board of Control, at their Feb. 25 meeting,unanimously passed regulations that sanction acoach who chooses to publicly criticize game offi-cials. The regulations go into effect immediately.


Coaches unhappy withgame officials had better notvent in a public forum, orconsequences will likely fol-low.

The CIAC Board of Con-trol, at their Feb. 25 meeting,unanimously passed regula-tions that sanction a coachwho chooses to publicly criti-cize game officials.

Plainville High Schoolathletics director John Zad-nik, a veteran official, ap-plauds the decision.

“In light of the increase inthe number of incidents thathave occurred this year, cou-pled with the emphasis thatboth the CIAC and the indi-vidual conferences haveplaced on displaying goodsportsmanship at highschool athletic events, I be-

lieve that the CIAC had nochoice but to develop somesevere consequences forcoaches publicly criticizinggame officials, and I com-mend them for doing so,”Zadnik said.

The following regulationsgo into effect immediately:Any coach who criticizes agame official(s) in a publicforum will be subject to; firstoffense — a one-game dis-qualification and the schoolwill be fined $250; second of-fense — a two-game disquali-fication and the school willbe fined $500; third offense —disqualification for the re-mainder of the season andthe school will be fined $750.A third offense will result inat least a five-game disquali-fication.

Member schools are ex-pected to self-report poten-tial violations to the CIAC.

Coaches may appeal theirdisqualification.

The CIAC stated in a re-lease: “The CIAC has workeddiligently over the past sev-eral years to establish stan-dards of sportsmanship inall schools for players, coach-es, spectators and officials,among others. Clearly, one ofthe major tenets of the CIACsportsmanship effort is foreveryone to show respect forthe game officials, and thatcoaches refrain from criticiz-ing officials in the media orin other public forums. Fur-thermore, the coaching Codeof Ethics clearly states thatpublic criticism of officialsor players is unethical.”

Like John Zadnik, BerlinHigh School athletics direc-tor Jim Day approves of thesteps the CIAC has taken to

See CIAC, page 20

Lady ’Coats title quest halted in semisBerlin High School senior Katelyn Zarotneyis consoled by Allen King, husband of coachSheila King, after the Lady Redcoats weredefeated by Hillhouse Monday night in thesemifinals of the CIAC Class L state tourna-ment.

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The Berlin High School girls basketball Class of2010 leaves behind an impressive legacy, includingtwo regular season conference championships, aconference tournament title and a state final ap-pearance.

But for Berlin’s seniors, those accomplishmentswere little consolation following the Lady Red-coats’ 54-47 loss to Hillhouse Monday night in thesemifinals of the CIAC Class L state tournament.

The matchup, played at Plainville’s Ivan WoodGymnasium, drew a lively, standing-room-onlycrowd.

“They knew the heat was on with this,” BHScoach Sheila King said of her troops. “Theythought they could step up to the plate — almostdid.”

Fourth-seed Berlin came out of the gate fast inthe semis, building a double-digit lead in the firstquarter. But ninth-seed Hillhouse weathered thestorm, got its fast-break game working, andearned the right to compete for the Class L crown.

The Academics, the defending Class L champs,improved to 21-3. The Lady Redcoats wrapped uptheir 2009-2010 campaign with a mark of 22-3.

“This is a tremendous group of girls thatbrought this program to a plateau never seen be-fore,” King said of her seniors, Katelyn Zarotney,Alexys Vazquez, Kaitlyn Bovee and Kim Ras-

mussen. “They were part of putting this programon the map. They’ll be missed. If I could retire all

their uniforms, I would. Their leadership, theirheart, their play, will be difficult to match. The restof them will go forward and do right by them.”

Berlin’s seniors came up big in their final gametogether. Zarotney had 15 points and six rebounds,Bovee and Rasmussen scored 10 points apiece andVazquez netted eight.

As did the Lady Redcoats, Hillhouse had threeplayers score in double-figures. Bria Holmes ledthe victors with 16, all of those points coming inthe second half.

Clicking offensively, Berlin raced out to a 12-point lead over Hillhouse.

Bovee netted eight points, and Zarotney andVazquez chipped in six apiece in the openingframe, which ended with the Lady Redcoats on top22-13.

Vazquez’ first-quarter points came on back-to-back 3-pointers and ignited Berlin’s substantialcheering section, which sensed that — at 22-10 —

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CIACContinued from page 19

The celebration continues for Campagna, Capodice

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Berlin High School senior David Campagna has beenselected to receive the Northern Connecticut Chapterof the National Football Foundation & College Hall ofFame’s Scholar-Athlete Award. Campagna is picturedwith his parents, John and Angela Campagna, BHSfootball coach John Capodice, and the Hall of Fame’sPete Stecko.


It’s good to be David Cam-pagna.

In December, Campagnahelped lead the Berlin HighSchool football team to itsfirst state championship.Soon after, the senior solidi-fied plans to continue his ca-reer at Bentley University.And on March 8, Campagnawas informed that he hadbeen selected to receive theNorthern Connecticut Chap-ter of the National FootballFoundation & College Hall ofFame’s Scholar-AthleteAward.

“I take my schoolwork

very seriously,” said Cam-pagna, pointing out that hisparents would have it no oth-er way. “Ever since I can re-member, it’s been schoolfirst, sports second.”

Campagna, a runningback/safety, compiled 448yards and made 38 tacklesthis past season. The seniorbelieves his study habitshelp him on the field. “Defi-nitely,” he said. “Our defenseand offense could be verycomplicated. We were luckywe had a very smart bunch ofguys that really bought intowhat the coaches were tryingto give us.”

BHS coach John Capodice,the Northern Connecticut

Chapter of the National Foot-ball Foundation & CollegeHall of Fame’s Coach of theYear, indicated that the dumbjock caricature is tough tofind in his locker room.

“Our kids are really goodstudent-athletes. They excelin both areas,” Capodice said.“It really makes for a uniquesituation.”

The Northern ConnecticutChapter of the National Foot-ball Foundation & CollegeHall of Fame represents 64high schools. The chapter’sannual banquet, a black tieaffair, will be held May 16 atthe Aqua Turf Club inPlantsville. Campagna, hisfellow Scholar-Athlete Awardrecipients, and Capodice willbe front and center at theevent.

“The honor that I’ll re-ceive, the Coach of the Yearaward, is an honor that I’ll ac-cept on behalf of our pro-gram,” Capodice said. “It re-ally takes a great group of

student-athletes, assistantcoaches, our administration,which enables us to be suc-cessful.”

For Campagna, the ban-quet will be the cherry on topof a very memorable seniorfootball season.

“It’s been tremendous …

It’s starting to really sink innow how special that seasonreally was to everyone intown,” Campagna said.

“It’s something we’ll al-ways have, that no one cantake from us. It’s really agreat thing to share.”

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The Berlin High School cheerleaders competed in the CIAC Class M statechampionships Saturday in New Haven. The Lady Redcoats placed sixth inthe 26-team division. Seymour won the event. Pictured: Tessa Cugno andKendra Manthey, front and center, and their BHS teammates perform at theClass M competition.

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baseball will hold evaluationsSaturday, March 27, 9:30 a.m.to noon at Percival Field. Allprospective 13-year-old play-ers, and 14- and 15-year-oldswho did not play Babe RuthLeague ball in 2009, must beevaluated. Players should ar-rive at 9 a.m. to warm up.Players who have yet to regis-ter may do so that morning.The rain date is Sunday,March 28, 1 to 3 p.m.

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the rout was on.But Hillhouse had other

ideas.The Academics went on to

tear off an 8-0 run to slicetheir deficit to six in the sec-ond period. The Lady Red-coats’ once sizeable advan-tage was whittled to two, 26-24, by halftime.

With Berlin struggling toput points on the board, Hill-house completed its come-back and took a six-point leadin the third.

“We had our share oflooks. They didn’t fall,”Sheila King lamented. “Justnot a night the ball fell forus.”

The Academics carried a43-39 lead into the final frameand the Lady Redcoats wouldget no closer than two.

CitizenCalendar22 The Berlin CitizenThursday, March 18, 2010

March18Thursday

Berlin Garden Club –The Berlin Garden Club isscheduled to meet today,March 18 at noon at theCommunity Center. Theprogram includes prepara-tions for the Garden ClubTag Sale. Members shouldbring a sandwich, dessertand coffee will be provided.

Boy Scouts — Boy ScoutTroop 24 meets Thursdaysfrom 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. inrooms 1–3 at the communi-ty center. Stop in or call JoeTedone at (860) 828-0255.

Boys Scouts — BoyScout Troop 41, sponsoredand chartered by BethanyCovenant Church, meetsThursdays from 7:15 to 8:30p.m. at Bethany Covenant.For more information, callScoutmaster Joe Greco at(860) 828-8579 or [email protected].

Decorating – The Classof 2010 All Night Gradua-tion Party is scheduled towork on decorations Thurs-days from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.in the Willard School base-ment. Projects are availablefor all levels of talents. Alladults are welcome. Formore information call (860)828-7425.

SEPTA meeting – TheBerlin Special EducationParent Teacher Associationis scheduled to meettonight, March 18 at 7 p.m.in the media center atBerlin High School. All par-ents, grandparents, care-givers, community mem-bers, educators and admin-istrators are welcome.Guest speaker, Kristen M.Powers, M.S., OTR/L, willdiscuss “Addressing senso-ry motor challenges atschool and home”. Formore information, visitBerlinsepta.webs.com.

20 Saturday

Spring Fling Fundrais-er Dance – The East BerlinLadies Auxiliary, 80 Main

Street, East Berlin, hasscheduled its annualSpring Fling FundraiserDance for Saturday, March20 from 7:30 p.m. to mid-night. Scheduled to appearlive is “The JD Band”.BYOB and snacks, over 21.For more information andcost, call Kathy Wnuk (860)828-8850 or Joanne Chicker(860) 828-0760. Tickets areon sale now and at the door.Proceeds to benefit the EastBerlin Fire department, So-cial Services department,Berlin High School scholar-ship fund, local food banks,Berlin families in need, andmore.

Girl Scout cookiebooth sales – Girl Scouttroops of Berlin havescheduled Girl Scout cookiebooths for Saturday, March20 at CVS (Farmington Av-enue) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.;TD Bank on FarmingtonAvenue from 8 a.m. to 3p.m. and Mickey Finn’sfrom noon to 2 p.m.

21 Sunday

Breakfast with theEaster Bunny – Boy ScoutTroop 256 has scheduledthe 3rd annual Breakfastwith the Easter Bunny forSunday, March 21 from 8a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at theKensington Fire Depart-ment. The event features,pictures with the EasterBunny, face painting, raf-fles and pancake breakfast.Pre-registration is avail-able. Fore more informa-tion and cost, call (860) 829-0772.

Photos with the EasterBunny – Friends of BerlinAnimal Control has sched-uled Photos with the EasterBunny for Sunday, March21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. atThe Dirty Dog, 162 Mill St.A fee is charged for thephotos. All proceeds benefitFOBAC. For more informa-tion, call (860) 828-5287 orThe Dirty Dog at (860) 829-WASH.

22 Monday

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Parlee is an adorable, one year old adolescent.She is very social and likes to be nearby but sheis independent and does not like to be held. Par-lee is an alpha girl and puts all of the other cats intheir place. She is intelligent and spunky. Formore information about Parlee or other animalsavailable for adoption, call (860) 828-5287.

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ball – The Court JestersBasketball team is sched-uled to play Berlin teachersand administrators onMonday, March 22 at 7 p.m.at Berlin High School. Tick-ets are available in advanceat the elementary schoolsand McGee Middle Schoolfor a reduced fee and at thedoor.

23 Tuesday

Timberlin Lady Niners– The Timberlin Lady Nin-ers are scheduled to meetTuesday, March 23 at 1 p.m.at the Senior Center. Allmembers and prospectivemembers are welcome to at-tend.

Pasta supper – Ameri-can Legion Post 68, 154Porters Pass, schedules anall-you-can-eat pasta supperevery Tuesday from 5 to 7p.m. Proceeds benefit schol-arships, the fishing derby,the baseball team andmore. For more informa-tion and cost, call the Postat (860) 828-9102 after5 p.m.

Decorating – The Class

of 2010 All Night Gradua-tion Party is scheduled towork on decorations Tues-days from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.in the Willard School base-ment. Projects are availablefor all levels of talents. Alladults are welcome. Formore information call (860)828-7425.

Boy Scouts — Boy ScoutTroop 256, chartered by theKensington Volunteer FireDepartment, meets Tues-day evenings at the Kens-ington firehouse. For moreinformation, call Ed Alicea,scoutmaster, (860) 828-8693.

Boy Scouts — Boy ScoutTroop 44, chartered by theBerlin Lions, meets Tues-days at 7 p.m. at BethanyCovenant Church. Formore information, callTroop Committee Chair at(860) 829-1832.

24 Wednesday

Friends of the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library –The Friends of the Berlin-Peck Memorial Libraryhave scheduled an evening

with Dr. Ann Aresco, a localnaturopathic physician forWednesday, March 24 at 7p.m. Dr. Aresco, a graduateof the Southwest College ofNaturopathic Medicine inTempe, Ariz., will discussthe role and therapies of-fered by Naturopathicphysicians and the holisticapproach to healing. Theprogram is free and open tothe public.

25 Thursday

Feed My Starving Chil-dren meeting – A publicinformation session aboutFeed My Starving Childrenis scheduled for Thursday,March 25 at 6:30 p.m. at theBerlin-Peck Memorial Li-brary. FMSC is a non-profitorganization that raisesmoney to deliver suppliesand ingredients to siteswhich provide hand-packedmeals to over 60 countriesaround the world. Formore information, [email protected].

27 Saturday

Berlin Historical Soci-ety – The Berlin HistoricalSociety, at the corner ofPeck and Main Streets, hasscheduled its spring openhouse for Saturday, March27 from 1 to 4 p.m. Admis-sion is free and refresh-ments will be served. Newdisplays of the Berlin Trol-ley, street histories and theLeather Man join the per-manent collections of tin,bricks, toys and more. Formore information, call (860)828-5114.

29 Monday

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Huskies 25, Blaze 21(Championship game): TheHuskies defeated the previ-ously undefeated Blaze toclaim the title. The Huskiesare: Coach Dave Schulz andassistant coach Tori Prokop,Alana Rivera, Emily Lombar-do, Shelby Luddy, VictoriaMancini, Emily Rose, Toby Sz-naj, Krista Fasciano, ValeriePerzanowski, Alyssa Prokopand Alexandra Schulz.

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EvaluationsPlayer evaluations for

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of the Human Services Com-mittee, referred to federalTemporary Assistance forNeedy Families money as anexample. “There’s 133 mil-lion dollars on the table,” shesaid. “As of right now, DSS(Department of Social Ser-vices) has only applied for 11

million dollars. We’re tryingto get the ball rolling to getsome of this money to comedown into the state.”

Regarding budget cuts,Abercrombie said to be“mindful of the conse-quences”. This year 282 eld-erly people had to drop out of

a home care program due tohigher surcharges. “We haveto pay for the services oneway or the other. Either wehelp the elderly at homewhere it’s cheaper, or theyend up in a nursing homewhere it’s more expensive.”

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Officials and emergency workers discuss the situationat McGee Middle School.

EvacuationsContinued from page 1

The air was tested that nightand no problems were detect-ed. School was to resume Fri-day, March 12, however, thatmorning, another odor — notwhat had been problematic onthe previous two days — wasdetected and the decision wasmade to close early.

Fire Chief Jim Simons saidfumes from roof work, likelyprimer, had been sucked backinto the school through theHVAC system. Although theschool has been plagued withair quality problems for morethan a decade, the roof repairsituation is a recent occur-rence, Simons said. The townrecently authorized an exten-sive renovation of the HVACsystem as well as other aspectsof the building that are sus-pected to be causing health is-sues for students and staff.

Students were taking theConnecticut Mastery Testslast week. Winzler said stu-dents were able to finish thetests on Wednesday andThursday and that the roofers

did not begin their work untilafter the tests were done. Onetest, for eighth grade science,was not completed. Winzlersaid the school contacted thestate Department of Educa-tion and that arrangementshave been made to allow stu-dents to finish that test.

March 11 school was let outearly at about 1 p.m., and thebuilding closed down as theDepartment of Environmen-tal Protection brought in itsmobile lab to investigate. Dur-ing, a similar incidentWednesday students wereevacuated for about 45 min-utes. Friday, students were al-ready on their way to schoolwhen the decision was made

to temporarily close the facili-ty.

Several parents were at theschool during the March 11evacuation. Some had beendriving by and seen the emer-gency vehicles others had re-ceived texts from students.The Citizen also received sev-eral calls from concerned par-ents about issues with the fa-cility.

“The infrastructure hasnot been maintained,” saidDawn Stepensky, mother ofan eight-grader. She also hadworked as a teacher at theschool at one time. She’s gladher son is going to privateschool next year. In part, thatis due to “the lack of support

for the schools” in Berlin. “It’svery frustrating,” she said ofthe frequent evacuations. “It’san ongoing issue.”

One student estimatedschool had been disrupted 10times last year due to evacua-tions. During the evacuationThursday, students stood out-side for about an hour, mostwithout jackets. Studentswere released to parents whowere on the scene or takenhome via bus. They did nothave access to their lockers asthey could not go back in thebuilding and so jackets andknapsacks were left at theschool. This proved to be a lo-gistics problem, in some cas-es, as some students hadhouse keys with their belong-ings. It is not know at thistime how this was resolved.

Christine Lapierre wasthere to pick up her sixth-grade student. Lapierre said

it’s time for grass roots actionon the part of parents. “Weneed to rally and get theschool fixed ASAP.”

“We don’t know the full im-pact of this medically —thelong-term effects,” said KarenOtt who has a son in seventhgrade.

“Enough is enough, weneed to get it fixed now,”Lapierre said.

“It’s the same old stuff”said several other parentswho concurred that the prob-lems at the school are impact-ing their children education-ally and possibly health-wiseas well. One mother said herson, who never had a rash be-fore attending McGee, nowsuffered from one. She saidshe “cringed” to think ofsending her daughter therenext year.


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OLD ENGLISH SHEEPDOGPuppies. AKC. Excellent disposi-tions. Ready March 21. Takingdeposits. $700. Vet certified. 1stshots & wormed. 603-835-8555

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Griswold ElementarySchool Grade 5 AdvancedBand soloists wrote andperformed jazz solos withthe band during “A LittleBit of Swing.” From left:Lisa Grieco on alto saxo-phone, Alec Rossi onFrench horn, Hannah

Lavoie on clarinet, Olivia Curtin on trumpet andMichael Luu on alto saxophone.

The Willard ElementarySchool 5th Grade Ad-vanced Band French hornsection, from left: HannahSchulz, Jaclyn Arute andHaley Hauptfeld.

Students from McGee Middle School recently partici-pated in the Connecticut Northern Region Music Festi-val in Burlington. The students auditioned in Januaryto secure a placement in the performing ensemble.These students represented Berlin in the concertband, chorus and jazz band. From left: Monica Sirera,Alex Veronneau, Kelly Shea. Second row: Alec Rich,Chris Hauptfeld. Back row: Patrick Lomaglio, Nick Pri-or, Logan Kissane.

Music in the Schools

Willard Elementary School beginning band flutes andclarinets. (From left) flutes: Natalie Couciero, NicolePerrotta, Jillian Balaban, Katrina Ouellette, JessicaGaetgens, Amanda Santoro, Gabriella Bongfiglio.Clarinets: Troy-Khan Hill, Kella Psillas and DanielleTaglucop.


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WLFD 2BR, 2nd FL. $925.Remodeled. Parking. Laundry.Dep. Ref. Credit Check. NoSmoking/Pets. 203-992-7133

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MERIDEN $100 per week. Fullyfurnished BR, Kit & LR. All utils &cable TV incld. Washer & dryeron site. No drugs or alcohol.

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Heat, elec, HW incld. E.Side, kitprivileges, off-st park. $130/wk.+ sec or call 203-630-3823 12-8pm, www.Meridenrooms.com

MERIDEN Lg Room. All utils &cable. Share kitchen & bath.Off street parking. No drugs oralcohol. $150 week & 1 weeksecurity. Refs. (203) 440-0825

MERIDEN Rooms starting @ $130per week. Clean & safe. Lg. nice-ly furnished. Shared kitchen &baths, utils. incl. washer & dryer.Off st. park. 203-537-1772

MERIDEN. Room for rent, all util,share kit, bath & LR. Washer &dryer, off st parking. $125/week.2 wks sec. (203) 605-8591

NORTH HAVENMeadowstone Motel- Off I-91.

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STORES & OFFICESFOR RENT

NORTH HAVEN800-1200 Sq Ft. High visibility.

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WALLINGFORD - Quiet 2BR,near I-91. Ample closets. Off st.parking. W/D. No pets.$950/mo. + utils. 203-269-6297

WALLINGFORD - YMCA area.2nd flr. 5 rms. 2BRs, includingheat, appliances & garage.$1250/mo. sec. & refs. Call(203) 269-2575

WWAALLLLIINNGGFFOORRDD 1 bedroom Apt.Judd Square. Central Air.

No Pets. $725/mo.Call 203-265-3718

WALLINGFORD 2 BR, 4 Rooms,2nd floor. No pets. With appli-ances. No WD hookup. $800/month Plus $1000 securitydeposit. Call 203-269-3471

WALLINGFORD 3 BR inapartment complex. Wash-er & dryer inside unit. Car-pet & vinyl throughout.$1200/mo. Separate utilities. Call Grace (203) 464-8066.

WWAALLLLIINNGGFFOORRDDLG 3 BR, 1ST Fl. Washer hookup.

No smoking/pets $1100/mo +security. Call 203-284-3750

WALLINGFORD- 2BR & 3BR.Quiet, central location. $700-$800/mo & $900-$1000/mo. Nopets. (203) 676-7418

WALLINGFORD-1BR, new kit.,new bath, hdwd flrs, stainlesssteel appls, DW, HW incl. Crownmolding. New windows.$795/mo. Jonah 203-430-0340

WALLINGFORD. Avail NorthMain Street Victorian. 3 RMs,1 BR. 3rd Fl. No smoking, nopets. $750 plus utilities. Call203-269-5973.

WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Com-mons, spacious 1 & 2BR units.$725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770

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MMEERRIIDDEENN-- 1023 Old Colony Rd.

22 BBRR -- $$880000 && UUPPHeat & HW, Off st. parking.

Limited Time - 1 mo free rent. Call 203-886-7016

MERIDEN- 1BR Spring Special$650/month. Heat, Hot Water,Electric incl. Private balcony.

Call for info 203-639-4868 Offer ends March 31st

MERIDEN- 2BR Apt, Crown St.$750. No utilities incl andrequires. 1 mo. sec. 203-537-7060

MERIDEN- 2BR, LR w/FP. Stove,fridge, DW, W/D. Partially fur-nished. Patio, lg. private yard.$1100/mo. incl. electric, heat &cable. Avail. Now! (203) 237-3544

MERIDEN- 3BR TOWNHOUSE 1-1/2 Bath, Full Basement, Garage.WD Hookup. Cul-de-sac. $975. 2mos sec. Credit check req’d. Nopets. (203) 284-0597

MERIDEN- Nice, Spacious 1BR,appliances, parking, good loca-tion, no pets, 25 Griswold St.$795 + deposit and credit. 203-238-1890

MERIDEN-1BRS-All appliances &hot water incl 2 mo. sec.. Nopets. Coin op laundry. 1095 OldColony Rd. Showings 9-11 am.203-581-3620

MERIDEN-2BR, computer rm,1st flr, east side. off-st-park-ing, alarm sys. $850 /mo. Sec-tion 8 approved. 203-238-1893or 203-634-3260.

MERIDEN-2BR. No pets. $800/mo + sec.

Call 203-537-2909MERIDEN-East Side. Great 2 BR.

Penthouse floor. Central air. Allappls. On flr laundry. Credit + 2mos. security. $800/mo. Nopets. Call 203-284-0597

MERIDEN. 1 BR., 1st floor of 2family. Stove, fridge, washer,dryer hookup, parking, porch,Sec. system. Clean & quiet.$675 + util, Sec. & Refs. Call203-238-2889MERIDEN: Two 1 BR & One

2 BR Recently remodeled! New paint! Section 8 approved.

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PLAINVILLE 2BR, 1 bath. 2ndFL. Private home & parking. Nopets. $785 mo. + security(203)536-9347

PLANTSVILLE- Nice location.2nd FL. 5 rooms, 2BRs. Stove,fridge. Off st. parking. No pets.Available now. $950 per moplus security. (860) 869-9911

SOUTHINGTON - 1 1/2 RM Effi-ciency, near I-84 $135/wk. Incldheat & HW, A/C, appl’s.

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1BR, 1st flr. $600/mo. 2mo sec.5Rms, 1st flr, near Plantsvilleschool. $950/mo. 2mo sec.3BR, 2nd fl, $900/mo. 2mo sec.Call 860-538-5575SOUTHINGTON EFFICIENCY

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WALLINGFORD - Large 3BR,1st flr, hdwd flrs, washerhookup. Center St location.$1200 + sec & refs. Call (203)294-1229

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MERIDEN - 1 1/2 room apart-ment for rent. H/H included.Off street parking. Security.Storage. $600 monthly. CallScott at (203)302-8760.

MERIDEN - 1BR Terrific ModernE. side, secure bldg in small com-plex. Lg. kit, stove, fridge, DW.Deck, off st. park. $695 incl. HW.203-284-1822 x210

MERIDEN - 1BR, 3 room 2ndfloor, stove, refrigerator, off st.parking, sec., $700. Call 203-272-3610 or 203-215-0104

MERIDEN - 1BR, Broad St. Nearmonuments. Skylight, sunkenDR & kit., sunporch, veryattractive & prvt w/gar. $725.203-634-1515 or 203-213-8833.

MERIDEN - 3 & 4BR Section 8approved apts, 2nd flr. 1 mo.sec. + 1 mo. rent. FFuurrnniisshheeddRRoooommss aallssoo aavvaaiillaabbllee. Refs, nopets. (203) 464-6273

MERIDEN - 45 S 2nd St. Totallyremodeled 2 bdrm, 2nd floor,hdwd flrs, heat, appliances,storage, balcony incl, $850/mo.203-841-7951

MERIDEN - Eastside 2BR apt.incl. water. No utilities, nopets. 1 1/2 mo. security. Imme-diate occupancy. $800. 203-623-5684

MERIDEN - Nice 1BR$695/mo.

203-213-6175 or 203-815-6512MERIDEN - WALLINGFORD LINE

Large, 2BR Luxury condo. Laundry. $850 + utilities. No pets.

Call 203-245-9493.

MERIDEN1 & 2 BR Apartments657 East Main Street

Call 203-630-9481MERIDEN 1 BR. Newly remod-

eled. Off st park. yard. Somestorage. WD hookup. credit ck.$725. 2 mos sec. 203-235-5987

MMEERRIIDDEENN 1BRStove, heat & hot water incl.Lease, sec & refs. No pets.

(203) 239-7657 or 203-314-7300MERIDEN 1BR, 3rd flr, new paint,

new carpet. $700/mo + lease &sec. Call 203-996-7379 JackRegan Realty.

MERIDEN 2 BR, 1 st Fl. LibertySt. Recently renovated. Stove &refrig. WD hookup. Off st park-ing. Yard. Bsmnt storage. Sec 8approved. $900. 203- 506-6398

MERIDEN 2 BR, 1st fl. Countrysetting. Large yard. Enclosedporch. Stove & Refrigerator.WD hookup. parking. $840/moAvail 4/1. (203) 440-3868

MMEERRIIDDEENN 32 Cook Ave.

11 BBRR AAppttss && SSttuuddiiooss$595 & Up

Limited Time-1 mo free rent! Heat & HW incl. 203-886-7016

MERIDEN3BR, 2nd fl. No pets. No smok-

ing. Large yard. Recentlyremodeled! $950/month & 1month security. 203-317-0360

MERIDEN Huge 5 BR ApartmentFreshly painted. Ready to rent!

Section 8 approved. $1350/mo + security. No pets.

203-650-0479MERIDEN MOVE IN SPECIAL

Studios, 1 BR & 2 BR Free Heat & HW incl. ACs. 24 hrmaintenance. Sec. guard. Laundry

Rm. Off st parking. 203-630-2841

MMeerriiddeenn RReedduucceedd RReennttPay for a 1 Bedroom and Move

into a 2 Bedroom. $750. Heat & HW incl. 203-639-8751MERIDEN- 1 BR. Quiet, clean,

2nd floor apartment. Off streetparking. $650 plus utilities. Nopets. Call (203) 589-9666

WANTED TO BUY

TOP CASH for all Gramma’sCostume Jewelry Stash.

Honest & Fair Buyer PleaseCall Juls for Jewels at

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VVooiiccee LLeessssoonnssAll Ages and Levels Welcome

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HOUSES FOR RENT

MERIDEN 350 Cook Ave4BR, 2 Bath Victorian. Privateyard, 2 car garage. Recentlyupdated. $1550/m securityand references. 888-520-6786x100 Rent to own option

MERIDEN-5Rm Ranch 3BR,Stove, Refrg, D/W-WD Conn-Fenced yard. Pets considered.$1250/Mo. Refs req’d. Call(203) 605-6964

CONDOMINIUMSFOR RENT

MERIDEN- 1BR, East side, nearI-91 & Rte 15. $675+utils &Sec. (203) 671-6506

MERIDEN. Crown Vlg, 1 BR,heat & hw incl, storage, 2assigned parking, new carpet-ing, pool, laundry facilities.$750/mo. (860) 664-9608

WLFD- Judd Square- 1BR, clean,CA. $700. Call Quality Realty,LLC 203-949-1904

WLFD- Judd Square- 2BR. Nopets. $950. Call Quality Realty,LLC 203-949-1904

YALESVILLE On the Green1BR, 1 bath. All appliances

included. W/D, C/Heat & Air.Exercise Facility, Patio &

BBQ Area. Pets OK. $1000. Call 203-464-8066

APARTMENTSFOR RENT

BERLIN-1 BR. Heat & HW incl.All appls, Washer, lg yd, park.$750. 860-828-8114

EAST BERLIN 2 bedrm, nearAetna. No pets. 2nd floor.Parking. Call 860-829-0380

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Studio & 1 Bedroom AptsAffordable apts for qualifiedapplicants 50 yrs of age or older

Small pets acceptedPlease call 860-621-3954

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HOME SWEET HOMES OffersMeriden - 4 BR, 2 bath, recentlyrenovated. $1195 + sec & utils.

203-938-3789

HOME SWEET HOMES OffersMeriden - Studio & 1BR apts

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FURNITURE &APPLIANCES

MARBLE top table with 6 uphol-stered chairs. Good condition!$125. Call 203-634-3145

RECLINER Dark green. From Raymour & Flanagan.Very seldom used. Paid $550

Will sell for $300 or best offer. (203) 630-2250

MISCELLANEOUSFOR SALE

LITTLE TYKES DeskWith lights and chair. $40.

(203)237-8739.OAK BR set $500; Heavy Pine

Hutch, Table & chairs $300;Delta miter Saw w/Stand $125;Antique Oak Buffet $125; 1957Johnson 7 1/2 HP outboardmotor $250; Remote controlairplanes $125. (203) 537-3941

REMOTE control truck, 2WD,1/5 scale, 3.5HP. Many extras.$1,100/BO. Serious inquiriesonly call 203-294-0038

SPORTING GOODS &HEALTH

PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION CLASS

Required for CT applicants. $100.

Call 203-415-1144

ANTIQUES &COLLECTIBLES

BBAAYYOONNEETTSSSwords, Helmets, Daggers, Fight-

ing Knives, Flags, Medals, etc.

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1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass.

Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.

203-238-3499

$$ AALLWWAAYYSS BBUUYYIINNGG!! $$1 item to entire estate! Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 South Orchard St.

Wallingford. Mon-Sat. 9:30-4:30.

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$$$ CA$H $$$ANTIQUES WANTED - 1 Item or

an Estate. Estate sale serviceprovided. Seeking: Meriden-made items, lamps, paintings.

Call Todd Shamock 203-237-3025

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DDEEEE’’SS AANNTTIIQQUUEESSBuying Silverplate, Glass, Furn, music instruments, china, art, collectibles.

1 item to estate.

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FISHING TACKLE. Local col-lector looking for old or newrods, reels, lures. Highestprices paid. Call Dave any-time 860-463-4359

30 The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, March 18, 2010

Fully insured & licensedFree estimatesCT Reg. #573871

ZK ConstructionROOFING SPECIALISTS & SNOWPLOWINGQUALITY, EXPERIENCE & AFFORDABILITY

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Ziggy KacperskiBerlin, CT 06037Tel. 860-829-8212

ATTIC & BASEMENTSCLEANED

GARY wodatch Debris removal ofany kind. Homeowner’s, contrac-tor’s, small dumpsters avail.Quick, courteous srv. All callsreturned. Ins. #566326. Office203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430

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Big or Small..... We Take It AllFree Estimates. Call Ed.

ATTORNEYS

Keep home, auto, 401k, etc.STOP FORECLOSURES

IRS & “Repos”Atty F.W. Lewis

439 Main St, Yalesville 203-265-2829

“Debt Relief Agency” We help people file for relief

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CARPENTRY

J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTIONAdditions, garages, remodeling,kitchens, bathrms, basements,decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d.203-265-0730 CT. Reg. #572880

REPAIRS Decks & Additions,Entry Doors, Complete HomeImprovement by Carpenter. Freeest. 203-238-1449 CT# 578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com

COMPUTER SERVICES

HELP with all your HomeComputing needs. Com-plete customer satisfaction.

Homecomputerhelper.net 860-426-8122

DECKS

CENTRAL CT HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Decks, multi-family/rental proper-ty rehabs & all types of homeimprovements. 30 yrs exp. Lic &ins. #0673083. Call 203-213-0033

DUMPSTERS

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ELECTRICAL SERVICE

T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLCAll Phases of Electrical Work

24 hr. Emergency Service SMALL JOBS WELCOME

203-237-2122

FENCING

Cornerstone FFeennccee & Orna-mental Gates. All types offence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert.Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

GUTTERS

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Over 25 years experience. Call today for free estimates.

Call 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

DOW GUTTERSSeamless gutters/leaders.GUTTER cleaning.. Free est.

#612964 Steve 860 426-0045

HANDYPERSONS

SShhaammoocckk RRooooffiinnggAll types of remod. 30+ yrs exp.No $$ Down. CT Reg 523804. Ins220033--223377--44112244 aann LLLLCC ccoo..

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GIVE us a call, we do it ALL. Free est. 203-631-1325

HEATING & COOLING

NEW ENGLAND DUCT CLEANING

HVAC Air ducts ● Dryer vents203-915-7714 Meriden, CT

neductcleaning.com

AMERICAN HHEEAATTIINNGG SSEERRVVIICCEE24 Hour emergency service.

Complete heating & AC Installa-tion & Service. Lic & insured.

Great Rates. (203) 756-5040

HEATING & COOLING

DON’T Freeze this WINTER!Call Duane Plumbing, heating& cooling. Annual furnace &boiler tune-ups & cleanings.Quality work. Major creditcards. Low rates. 203-379-8944 #400335-S1

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

CENTRAL CT HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Decks, multi-family/rental proper-ty rehabs & all types of homeimprovements. 30 yrs exp. Lic &ins. #0673083. Call 203-213-0033

O’CONNOR ROOFING203-639-0231

Lic. & ins. Free est. Work performed by owner.

CT Reg #602521

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Quality Work - Reasonable RatesComplete home services. Electric,

plumbing, kitchens, baths, etc.(203) 376-7532 CT Reg# 616307.

HOUSE CLEANING

HOUSE & OFFICE CLEANINGS,12 Years Experience. ReliableReferences! 203-317-0268

2 POLISH SISTERS Will clean your house.

Professional, friendly. Exc. refs. Aneta’s Cleaning 860-839-5339

JENNY Experienced inhome & office cleaning.

Excellent references available 203-910-6319

POLISH woman can clean yourhouse, office with care. 2ndcleaning 15% off. Ins & bond-ed. Refs. Kasia 860-538-4885

CLEANING SERVICE One TimeFree Cleaning for new clientsonly. I’ll clean your house oroffice with a sparkle. Polish/English speaking. Bonded, ins.Free est. Anna (860) 299-6611

JUNK REMOVAL

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KITCHEN & BATHREMODELING

C&M CONSTRUCTIONTo ensure a quality job

at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488

LANDSCAPING

GARY Wodatch Landscape Svs.Spring clean-up. Quick, courteousservice. All calls returned. Lic ins.#0620397. Office 203-235-7723or Cell 860-558-5430

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SPRING CLEAN UPSStarting now!

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BIG GREEN LANDSCAPINGNow accepting new lawn

accounts. Commercial & resi-dential. Clean ups, edging flowerbeds, mulching, pruning. CT# 0619909 Call 203-715-2301

www.biggreenhomeimprovement.com

JT’S LANDSCAPING, LLCSpring clean-ups. Top QualityWork Fully Licensed & insured 203-213-6528 CT Reg #616311

LANDSCAPING AND MORESPRING CLEANUPS

Dump Runs, Mowing, Rototillingand More. Great rates!!

860-982-5334 or 203-314-8511

SPRING CLEAN-UPS & LAWN CARE

Now accepting new accounts.Professional Quality & Affordable

Rates. CT Reg. #623250 www.landeprop.com

Call Trevor (203) 938-3789

LAWN & GARDEN

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MASONRY

FAZO’S Mason Pool decks, patio,pavers, stone wall, steps, walks,chimneys, stucco. Repairs. FREEEST. 28 yrs exp. 10% off. 203-759-0879. CT Reg #568080

CASCIO MASONChimney Repair, Sidewalks,

Walls, Brick Work, etc.CT Reg #611774.

203-935-6213 JIMMY’S MASONRY

Stonewalls, steps, patios, chim-neys, all types. Lic. & Ins’d. 26 yrsexp. Call for free est. 860-274-4893 CT. Reg. #604498

JACK BBiiaaffoorree,, LLLLCC MMaassoonnrryyChimneys, brick, block, stonewalls, patios. In business over 50yrs. CT# 623849 (203) 537-3572

PAINTING/WALLPAPERING

MIRKEL PAINTINGExteriors from $899. Powerwash-

ing decks. Popcorn ceilings. CT Reg #569864. Ed 203-824-0446

PAINT PRO’SInterior/exterior painting.

Powerwashing. Free estimates.(203) 537-7060

L & E PAINTINGSpruce Up Your Home

or Business!Professional Quality & Affordable

Rates. CT Reg #623250 www.landeprop.com

Call Trevor (203) 938-3789

PAVING

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For All Your Commercial Sweeping Needs.203-214-6247 or 860-306-9970

PLUMBING

REPAIRS, fixture replacements,toilets, lavs, tub & showers,kitchens, water heaters. Callfor best pricing 203-537-1017

DON’T Flush money down the drain, call Duane Plumbing, heating. Quality work, low ratesMajor credit cards accptd. 203-379-8944 lic. #283401 P1

POWER WASHING

BIG GREEN POWERWASHING SERVICE Residential, Commercial.

Quality work done. Gutterscleaned at time of power wash.

www.biggreenhomeimprovement.com

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ROOFING

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Ask about ******FFRREEEE BBoonnuuss******Residential/Commerical.

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ROOFING & SIDINGFully insured & licensed.

Sr. discount. CT Reg #611774.203-935-6213 or 203-815-6644

GonzalezConstruction

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CT Reg# 577319

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O’CONNOR ROOFING203-639-0231

Lic. & ins. Free est. Work performed by owner.

CT Reg #602521

C&M CONSTRUCTIONTo ensure a quality job

at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488

FIDERIO & SONSSiding, roofing, windows, decks,

sunrms, additions. 203-237-0350. CT Reg. #516790

EEmmppiirree CCoonnssttrruuccttiioonn,, LLLLCCYour Professional Roofer

New Roofs, Reroofs, TearoffsWe fix leaks too!

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SERVICES OFFERED

Cornerstone FFeennccee & Orna-mental Gates. All types offence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert.Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

CCAARRAABBEETTTTAA’’SS GGRRAADDEERR SSEERRVVIICCEESSwweeeeppiinngg DDiivviissiioonn

For All Your Commercial Sweeping Needs.203-214-6247 or 860-306-9970

SIDING

Gonzalez Construction

Roofing, siding, windows, decks,gutters & remodeling.

203-639-0032 Fully licensed/insured.

CT Reg.# 577319

FIDERIO & SONSSiding, roofing, windows,

decks, sunrooms, additions.

203-237-0350CT Reg. #516790

TREE SERVICES

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LAVIGNE’STREE SERVICE

IN BUSINESS 29 YRS.Tree removal. Stump grinding. Crane Service. Free Estimates.Fully insured. 203-294-1775

LANDSCAPING AND MORETree Removal & much more.

Shrub & hedge trimming. Give us a call - we do it all!

860-982-5334 or 203-314-8511YARDLEY TREE SERVICE.com

Fair, reasonable. Free estimates.Reg. Insured.

203-440-0402 or 860-595-4159PPRROOFF.. AARRBBOORRIISSTT #S3365

75ft bucket truck. Precise TreeCT Reg #562159.

203-272-4216GARY WODATCH LLC

Tree Removal, All calls returnedReg #0620397. Quick courteousservice. Office 203-235-7723 orCell 860-558-5430

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RN7-3 Full-Time

Monday - Friday, No Week-endsBusy Medicare Unit

New Grads Welcome!

Well motivated, energetic, compassionateRN needed for above position. The suc-cessful applicant will be eligible for Miller'sexcellent benefits.

Please contact Helen Parisi, PersonnelManager at [email protected] or con-tact Miller Memorial Community, Inc. 360Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450 (203)237-8815. EOE

MEDICAL BILLING ASSOCIATE Comprehensive Orthopaedics has

an immediate opening for a sea-soned medical billing associate.2-3 years experience billing (IDXa plus) in physician private prac-tice, basic spreadsheet and wordprocessing knowledge, superbcustomer service skills, CPC,two years of college preferred.Spanish speaking and IDX expe-rience a plus. Salary history, let-ter and resume to:

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HELP WANTED

ASSEMBLER Of P.C Boards, sol-dering & mechanical experi-ence required. Call Power Con-trols (203) 284-0235

VETERINARY Technician FT,Experienced for multi doctorpractice. Certification a plus.Apply in person w/resume to:Mt. Carmel Veterinary Hospital,3320 Whitney Ave, Hamden

WRECKER DRIVERSMust have clean driving record.Apply in person only: Danbys,41 High St, Meriden, CT. Askfor Dave. Priority given to cer-tified or experienced drivers.

CAREERTRAINING & SCHOOLS

BBAARRTTEENNDDIINNGG1 or 2 week course

Job Placement Assistance

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663 Lakewood Rd, Wtby, CT

HELP WANTED

PAINTINGFull Time

Carpenters, Painters, SUBS forResidential/Commercial work.

Call 800-778-9885 x 1279

TEACHERS Two PT Afternoon TeachersTwo FT Pre-School Teachers

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HELP WANTED

CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION 3 full yrs minimum experiencein curb/sidewalk. Valid driver’slicense required. 203-537-0624

DRIVER/Deliver WANTEDMust have prior Fedex Cert. PT- possibly F/T. 203-506-6771

INJECTION Machine Operator,Entry level. Will train if have

good language comprehen-sion, reading and mathskills. Temp w/possibility ofhire. Cheshire $8.50/hr. ARMazzotta (203) 949-4242

MACHINERY ASSEMBLER, Full-time. World-wide manufactur-er located in Wallingford hasimmediate opening for heavymachinery assembler. Musthave 5 years previous experi-ence. Competitive pay andexcellent benefits. Sendresume and hourly rate historyto: PO Box 566, Durham, CT06422 or email:

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Light duty packing & ware-house work in Cheshire. Exc.

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NOW HIRINGRESTAURANT - All positions!

Short Order Cook, Waitstaffand Floaters. Apply in person:New Guida’s Restaurant, Route66, Middlefield.

ROOFER Commercial w/5 yearsexperience in EPDM. Musthave phoneable references andpass drug test. Top Pay/Bene-fits. New England Masonry,146 Sheridan Dr., Naugatuck.

(203) 729-2266 AA/EOE.

SALES Positions available forfireplace & spa showroom.

Weekends a must.Benefit/retirement pkg.

Apply in person: DDeeaann’’ss SSttoovvee && SSppaa

120 West Main St, Plantsville.

SHIPPER/STOCKKEEPERCooper-Atkins Corporation a

manufacturer of temperature,time and humidity instrumentsis seeking an experienced ship-per/stockkeeper. Dutiesinclude picking and packingorders for parcel and LTL ship-ment, and processing ship-ments via computer. Alsoresponsible for receivingduties including transactionprocessing and stocking ofparts in proper locations.Other duties include movinginventory and recording trans-actions, computer entry andlook up, counting and weighingparts, heavy lifting, drivingCompany vehicles and forklift.Accuracy and attention todetail is a must. Must be avail-able for overtime daily asneeded.

We offer an excellent benefitpackage including medical,dental, vision, life insurance,401(k). Please apply in personor mail resume to:

Cooper-Atkins Corporation33 Reeds Gap Road

Middlefield, CT 06455-0450E-Mail:

[email protected]: (860)349-8994

www.cooper-atkins.com

HOUSES FOR SALE

MERIDEN Well cared for Ranch.HDWD flrs, newly painted BR &BTH. Professional landscapedcorner lot w/walkout basement,great rm w/vaulted ceilings.$269,900. Vicki 203-235-3300

CONDOMINIUMSFOR SALE

MERIDEN $169,900 3BR, 1 ½bath, 1700 sq.ft. Townhousepriced to sell. All new inside.Call Galleria R.E. 203-671-2223

HELP WANTED

ADMIN ASSISTANT FT/PT Positions available forfast paced office. Requireshighly organized person withstrong computer skills. Forimmediate consideration, pleasefax resume to 203-234-1907 orlog onto our website to fill outan application. www.yaleiti.com

DIRECTOR OF CHILD CARESeeking an experienced teamoriented individual with adesire to positively impact ourSouthington Community YMCAChild Care program. Oversee11,200 s/f Learning Center, 7off sites, 600 children, 85 staffand $2.1 million budget. Indi-vidual must have Bachelor’sDegree related to education.Must have demonstrated abili-ty to manage humanresources, effective communi-cation skills, be innovative andhave superior management/interpersonal skills. Workingknowledge of the CT statelicensing and NAEYC accredi-tation standards are necessary.YMCA experience preferred.$51K-$56K. By 3-19, sendcover letter, resume, 5 refer-ences, and written philosophyof child care to [email protected] electronic submissionswill be accepted.

LLaauunnddrryy AAiiddeePart-time- and several oncall positions, with addl. hrspossible. Every other week-end & holiday a must. Willingto train. Must be reliable &dependable, & have flexibili-ty for scheduling for ourstate of the art ContinuingCare Retirement Community.Join a team of spirited,friendly, dedicated co-work-ers! Please apply in person,Mon - Fri, 8am-7pm or Week-ends 10 - 2. No Phone Calls!Elim Park Baptist Home, 140Cook Hill Road, Cheshire, CT06410. EOE, A/A,D/V,M/F.

HOUSES FOR SALE

YALESVILLE Gorgeous Colonialon a large level lot. Great loc.Home features 8rms, kit, LR, DR,4 or 5BRs, 3 full baths, largedeck, upper level balcony, largerooms. Much more REDUCED!$199,900. Sue or Sil for details203-265-5618

MERIDEN“New Listing”

Immaculate CB Cont w/3 cargarage, lg bonus rm, finishedwalk-out basement, HWF &beautiful detailed moldingthroughout. New appls, HWH& oil tank. $349,900.

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MERIDEN- NEW TO MARKET.$294,500. 1730 sq ft 6 roomcape. Completely remodeled.Eat in kit, DR, LR, 3BR, 2fba,additional 310 sq ft in finishedbasement family room. 2 cargar. Deck. Call 203-440-9201.

WALLINGFORD Take advantageof the tax credit w/this lovely7rm, 3BR, 2b Raised Ranch. Freshpaint, FP in FR in LL, 2 sliders,one to deck and one in LL, gar &more. Great curb appeal$299,000! Kathy 203-265-5618

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Rocking ChairComp. $250

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124 Kayak• High performance multi channel hull

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Tine SteelRake

$524" PolyComp. $8

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42 Gal. Heavy Duty

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40 Ct - 33 gal. .....$520 Ct - 55 gal. .....$9

21"BypassLopper

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$9

Heavy Duty Pruning Shears

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Sun &Shade Or

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550

URI #2 Especially blended for

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$7

Premium Quality Grass Seed

3 lbs3 lbs

10 Lbs Sun & Shade ..........$18 10 Lbs Rapid Turf ......$1110 Lbs URI #2 ...........

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3503 lbs

Weed&

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Dr Varon’sChemical Peel System

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899

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$6

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Comp.$9.99

YourChoice

$2Readers

5 pc. Windowin a Bag Sets

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Phoenix orSamara RugsBCF construction

traditional colors & designs

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600 Thread CountSheet Sets

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5 Gal. Oil-less Air Compressor

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$120

CollapsibleRain Barrels

Collect rainwater from your down spout

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valve & storage bagComp. $79.99

399959 Gal.

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8999Includes stand, tap, overflow

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50 lbs Black

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$1950% OFF*

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40 lbs SignatureBlend

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$20

FoldingAdirondack

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$70

BelkinHDTV Antenna

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$13

SAVE 70 - 87% Mens & Ladies Fashion Sunglasses

$2Your

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30” RollingDuffel Bag

Comp. $29Your Choice:

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Two colors to choose from

$720 ct

$40Comp. $70

Coppertone®4 oz

$3

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$6Bull Frog®

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$49” Planter ..........$611” Planter ........$915” Planter .....$15

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Solar Stake Light

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2010 Flower &Vegetable Seeds

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Auto InflatingQueen Size Hi-RiseBuilt-in pump, pillow & duffel bag.

Comp. $90

Built-in air pump inflates in 3 minutes

$50

$1524”x36”

$1020”x24”

$2028”x42”

Pet MatsBolster style with faux wool; non-skid bottom

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Russell®

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18 Gauge 1.25” Brad Nailer

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