Volume 11, Number 29 Plainville’s Only Weekly Newspaper www.plainvillecitizen.com Thursday, July 19, 2012

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Town and Board of Educationfinances to be combined

Phoenix Soil schedules Q&A

Protest at MizzyConstruction ends early

‘Stop the stack,’residents say

By Crystal MaldonadoThe Plainville Citizen

By now, it would be hard to live inPlainville and not have heard of PhoenixSoil, the company slated to move into townand occupy the former Atlantic Pipe site.

Phoenix Soil is a soil-recycling companythat takes petroleum-soaked dirt andmakes it clean fill, which the companythen sells.

Since news broke that the owner of thecompany, David Green, was trying to relo-cate the business from Waterbury toPlainville, the opposition has spread.

“They sound very nice but Waterburywas eager to get rid of them and I wonderwhy,” said Annemarie Tanski at the July 9council meeting.

Green will answer any questions resi-dents have at a recently announced publicinformation session Thursday, July 26, at 6p.m. in the Plainville Library Auditorium,

By Crystal MaldonadoThe Plainville Citizen

Following a tumultuousvote at the Board of Educa-tion meeting two weeks agoregarding the combinationof the town and BOE financeoffices (which resulted inthree Democratic membersleaving the meeting), thetown council voted to ap-prove the merge.

At the July 9 council meet-ing, Republican councilmembers voted in favor,while Democrats asked topostpone the decision, re-sulting in a 5-2 vote in favor.

Council member Lee Tof-fey said combining the twofinance boards will go a longway to creating transparen-cy between council and BOE.Any savings that material-izes because of the merge is

a bonus, she said. Toffey explained an imme-

diate vote on theBlumShapiro study wouldgive the finance departmenttime to adjust before the newschool year begins.

Christopher Wazorko,council member, said he hadquestions about the reportthat he wanted to have an-

Running for a cause

Citizen photo by Nick Carroll

The fifth annual General Electric/Petit FoundationRoad Race, held July 15 in Plainville, drew a field ofmore than 3,000 runners and walkers – the highestturnout the event has seen. Pictured: Competitorsset out on the 3.1-mile course Sunday morning. Seepage 17 for more.

By Crystal Maldonado The Plainville Citizen

Construction workerswere set to protest July 11 atMizzy Construction in re-gards to the company’s workpractices, OHSA safety viola-tions and prevailing wagelaws. The demonstration atthe East Street facility wasscheduled from 9 a.m. tonoon. However, the protest

dwindled around 10 a.m. af-ter participants were toldthey could not park in thenearby apartment car lot, ac-cording to a Plainville policedispatcher.

The protest comes after alarge, anti-Mizzy Construc-tion billboard was erected bythe Connecticut Laborers’

Citizen photo by Crystal Maldonado

Signs protesting Phoenix Soil’s movehave popped up all around town.

See Stack, page 7

See Finances, page 6

See Protest, page 7

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Readers’ Poll Here are The Plainville Citizen poll results from last

week.We asked: How do you feel about all-day kindergarten

for Fall 2012? Great idea. It’s been a long time coming. 61% Not sure just yet. We’ll see how it goes. 9% It’s good, but I’m opting to pick my child up midday. 0% I am disappointed in the idea and wish it wasn’t hap-

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Council waits to make charter revision decisionBy Crystal MaldonadoThe Plainville Citizen

At the July 9 councilmeeting, members decidedto wait to make a decisionregarding the final proposedcharter.

A lengthy public hearingon the matter preceeded themeeting, where most resi-dents spent their five min-utes at the podium opposingseveral of the changes.

“We appreciate thechance for changes to thecharter and I don’t have theanswers,” said John Kisluk.“But we’re not happy. Wewant taxpayers to have moreof a say in the final budget.”

“There are significantproblems with this charter,”said Kenneth Laska, an at-torney in town who hasserved on previous charterrevision commissions. Las-ka questioned the legality ofseveral changes, includingwhether it would be soundfor the town to combine theBOE and town council fi-nance departments.

Several raised concernsover the change to the budg-et voting process, whichwould make the town budgetand BOE budget separateentities and remove thethird vote (if the budgetsfailed). Advisory questionswould be changed from dis-cretionary to mandatory. Ifeither budget is rejected, thecouncil will revise the re-jected budget(s) “in accor-dance with the majority re-sults from the advisoryquestion,” the charter says.

“I think voting separatelyon two budgets is a divisivething,” Rosemary Morantesaid. “Please remember thatthe town council sees theBoard of Education budgetbefore it comes to the com-munity.”

Morante said voting onthe budgets separatelymight lead to the town beingviewed as unfriendly to edu-cation.

“We’re one town, onegroup of people, one budg-et,” said Thomas Arcari aformer charter commission

person.Robert Mercer questioned

why the advisory questionwas made mandatory.

Richard Ireland Jr. askedthat the council consider re-vising the section on emi-nent domain, which statesthat private property valuedat higher than $10,000 mustbe approved by five councilmembers in addition to amajority vote at a town ref-erendum.

“I don’t think you wantpeople to take away some-one else’s property. It shouldbe up to the town council,”Ireland said.

The revised charter alsostates that any town councilmember has the power tomake inquiries into “anyand all departments, offices,boards, commissions andagencies of the Town, in-cluding the Board of Educa-tion, and shall have the rightto request, inspect and re-view any such documents,”according to teh carter

“That’s too much powerto put in one person’s

hands,” Arcari said. “We elect a Board of Edu-

cation to handle educationalmatters,” Morante said.

Residents questioned whythis change was necessary,citing a previous fall out be-tween Republican councilmembers Scott Saundersand Lee Toffey versus for-mer Democratic BOE chair-woman Becky Tyrell. Wasthe change politically moti-vated, some asked.

“I just hope we don’t turnthis thing into Democratsversus Republicans,” saidLou Frangos.

Residents spoke against arelated change that wouldcombine town and BOE fi-nance departments, recom-mended by a $50,000 feasibil-ity study done byBlumShapiro.

“Everything about thiswas partisan. The charter re-vision commission was cho-sen by the Republicans; De-mocrats had no input,” saidAndre Grandbois, formerPlainville police officer andmember of a previous char-ter revision commission.“You give me $50,000, I’ll giveyou a report that you’re go-ing to love and it’s going tobe everything that you want.It sounds like it’s everythingyou fine Republicans wantand you don’t care about oth-

er people.” Grandbois said he’d fight

with anyone to see the revi-sions defeated.

Other proposed changes tothe charter remained un-mentioned, including the es-tablishment of the ethicscommission and an increaseto the number of emergencyordinances allowed per year.

Above all, some residentsasked the council not to rushtheir decision.

“Take your time,” DonHallin said. “Don’t put thisthrough quickly and thenyou’re stuck with it for 10years.”

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J. Timothy’s announces new eventBy Crystal MaldonadoThe Plainville Citizen

J. Timothy’s Taverne in Plainville hasannounced a newchicken wing-eatingcontest called “Wingsfor Wishes.”

The competitionbenefits the Make-A-Wish foundation, anon-profit organiza-tion founded in theUnited States thatgrants wishes to chil-dren with life-threaten-ing medical conditions.

Teams that enter“Wings for Wishes”will go through a seriesof three “play-offs”throughout August,with the winner ofeach round heading tothe final competitionin September. A wildcard team will alsomake it to the finale.

Open to everyone(kids included, professional eaters ex-cluded), teams should be comprised offive members. Competitors will have

eight minutes to eat as many J. Timo-thy’s buffalo dirt wings as they can.

But there’s a twist - not all of the mem-bers on the team need to eat fast.

According to J. Tim-othy’s website, eachteam will pick its-fastest eater to be the“Team Anchor.” Theother four memberswill eat four wings asquickly as they can;the Team Anchor thentakes over and eats asmany wings as possi-ble with the remainingtime. This is so that theevent incorporateseveryone, with only theTeam Anchor needingto be a speedy eater.

Prizes will be givenout for Best TeamName, Best DressedTeam and Best TeamSupporters; team sup-porters will pay a fee tocheer their friends andfamily on from the

sidelines. Registration opens July 23. Afull schedule can be found online atjtwingsforwishes.com.

Photo courtesy of J. Timothy’s Taverne

Competitors will eat J. Timothy’ssignature buffalo dirt wings.

Cruise nightThe Bristol Auto Club LTD presents The Joe Huria Memo-

rial Cruise NightSaturday, July 28,from 5-8:30 p.m.(Rain Date is Satur-day Aug. 11.) Theevent takes place atThe Bristol FarmsPlaza, 1235 Farm-ington Ave., Bristol.

In October 2011,longtime BristolAuto Club MemberJoe Huria passedaway. He left behinda wife, children,and a multitude offriends, relativesand co-workers from the Connecticut State Prison Systemwhere Joe was a Corrections Officer. The Bristol Auto Club isholding this Cruise Night to honor Joe, and raise money forhis four year old son, Nicholas, to put in a trust for college.

The event features a hula hoop contest for kids, music andfood. For questions, call Reggie at (860) 583-2147 or visitwww.bristolautoclub.com.

Summer girl scoutsGirls entering grades kindergarten to grade one who are

new to Girl Scouts are invited to the Girl Scout Summer Pro-gram. Girls, along with their parents/guardians, will have anopportunity to meet new friends and learn about Girl Scout-ing. This session will take place on Tuesdays, July 24, 31, from6 to 7 p.m. For more information, location information and toregister, contact Melissa Ingrisano at MIngrisano@gsofct.orgor (203) 239-2922, ext. 3366.

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Funds will be collected for 4-year-old Nicholas, whose dad, JoeHuria, died last year.

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All four wheels on the ground this time Commentary

By Ruth S. HummelSpecial to The Citizen

At the fantastic July 1“Wings and Wheels” show atRobertson Airport, I wasable to enjoy another adven-ture from my “wish list.”

I spent a couple of hoursgiving people rides aroundthe show in my “green tur-tle” golf cart. That wholearea was just jam-packedwith people, planes, dis-plays, booths, helicopters. Itwas a very happy scene,everyone talking and laugh-ing.

Then I decided it was timeto find Jim Splettstoest whowas going to fulfill anotherof my wishes – a ride in arace car.

The red and white number87 is a 1937 Chevy (so it’sonly seven years youngerthan I am and probably in alot better shape!). Therewere almost 500 cars of allkinds and ages, but I finallyfound him in a shady spot.

The main reason Jim had“won” the job of giving me aride was that his was the

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only car that had doors thatwere not welded shut. This isdone for safety reasons, inthe rough and tumble worldof racing.

I certainly would neverhave been able to squeezethrough one of the windows– OK, I said it!

The Chevy, of course, hadno muffler, that fact addingto the fun and excitement as

he revved up the motor.We went with grinding of

gears and very loud motorvoices – what fun.

We found our way to anice flat open street that ranparallel to the airport. Peo-ple were sitting in the shadeon a grassy bank and wavedand yelled as we roared by.

A few minutes into the

ride as we gained speed, Jimshoved the machine intosecond and we really tookoff. It was glorious, it wasexciting. It was fun.

We really sped to the endof the street, turned aroundand roared back again.

We rode around some ofthe roads within the show,people waving and yelling. I

was amazed at how manypeople recognized me.

That Chevy could really“kick up her heels” and wasof course gloriously noisywithout its muffler – mak-ing my adventure even morefun.

My list of adventures isgetting short – any sugges-tions?

Wing DingOn Saturday, July 21, from 5 to 9 p.m., the Plainville Police Association will host the

11th Annual Plainville Police Association Wing Ding. This friendly competition betweenrestaurants from Plainville benefits the Officer Robert M. Holcomb Memorial Scholar-ship Fund.

Competing this year are J. Timothy’s, Slider’s Sports Bar, The Fire House Café, The ZenBar, West Main Pizza, The Blue Plate café, The Capri Restaurant and Applebee’s Restau-rant.

The owners and staff of the restaurants come together every year to assist Plainvillepolice in keeping the memory of Officer Robert Holcomb alive. Robert M. Holcomb wasan ordinary man who performed an extraordinary task. He cared about the welfare ofPlainville and his service to its people while in pursuit of an idea that inspires all honor-able men. Holcomb was a police officer and, in defense of this cause, he gave his life. Inthe spirit of his endeavor, this event will keep his memory alive.

Tickets are available at the door, for a fee.

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New members The Plainville Rotary Club wel-

comed new members to its ranks,Michele Bartolini, of Liberty Mu-tual Insurance, and VikkimarieSilve, of TD Bank North.

The club has seen growth inmembership and maintains out-standing attendance at weeklymeetings and service activitiesthroughout Plainville. In the pasttwo years alone the club has wel-comed over seven new membersand recognized honorary mem-bers bringing the club to an ap-proximate membership of 40 citi-zens of Plainville.

The Rotary Club of Plainvillemeets on Mondays from 12:15 to 1p.m., at J. Timothy’s, 143 NewBritain Ave. Visitors are welcometo attend a meeting and discoverwhat the group is about, make new friendships and help to improve and invigorate the livesof residents around Plainville.

Connecticut Tool and Man-ufacturing was treated to em-ployee appreciation day July13 with a special visit frommilitary officers who use thecompany’s products in theirhelicopters.

“They wanted to thank ouremployees,” said MikeGreenwald, general managerat CT Tool and Manufactur-ing. “Employees don’t oftenget to see how their work im-pacts people in the realworld. They’re just doingtheir job.”

In 2005, Connecticut Tooland Manufacturing was a 47-person shop. Since then, thecompany has expanded andsunk its roots even deeper

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From left, Andrea Wasley, membership director;Sally Miller, president; and newest membersMichele Bartolini, sales representative for LibertyMutual Insurance; and Vikkimarie Silve, vicepresident manager from TD Bank North.

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Morale boostinto Plainville.

“We’ve grown to a 100-per-son operation and we’ve puton two additions,” Green-wald said. “We’re still grow-ing. And these are good jobsfor Connecticut.”

The company almost leftPlainville a few years backwhen there was concern thatits lot on Corporate Avenuewould not be able to accom-modate the building’s latestexpansion. But company

members worked with thetown to make it so that CTTool could stay, despite thefact that the company mighthave saved money by mov-ing, Greenwald said.

“Our employees are here,though. Our employees arewhat makes this company sogreat,” he said. “We have agood relationship with thetown. They know us and weknow them.”

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FinancesContinued from page 1

swered prior to voting, al-though he did not have aproblem with the finances be-ing combined.

“It’s not what I pictured,”said Wazorko, who empha-sized that he was against theinitial $50,000 feasibilitystudy by BlumShapiro.

“It seems like the consoli-dation is inevitable, but I’dlike some answers,” he said.

Council member QuinnChristopher agreed.

“I want to wait to allow thepublic to get their questionsanswered, too,” she said.

Vice Chairman Scott Saun-ders said he personally sawno reason to postpone.

“It’s time to move on,”Councilman Dan Hurleysaid.

The council made its deci-sion after hearing concernsraised by residents at thesame meeting.

Lou Frangos asked if therewould be a public hearing todiscuss the BlumShapiro re-sults. Pugliese said no, butthat there had been a hearingprior to the study.

Frangos attended thatmeeting and tried to askquestions, but was told onlyBOE members were allowedto do so, he said. Pugliese ex-plained that the meeting wasfor BOE members, council

members and BlumShapiroonly.

Frangos said he was per-plexed as to why councilplanned to vote onBlumShapiro at the meeting.

“Why the rush?” he asked. Art Screen said the

BlumShapiro study was cre-ated because of a grudge be-tween Councilman Saundersand former BOE chair-woman Becky Tyrell.

“It’s a personal vendettaagainst the BOE,” he said.

Saunders said it’s not avendetta, it’s about public in-formation.

Last year, the BOE re-turned 21 cents, while thisyear it’s estimated that theboard will return $500,000 tothe town, without cuttingteachers or classes, he said.

For a copy of theBlumShapiro study, visitwww.plainvillect.com.

Farmers marketThe farmers market, lo-

cated at the Plainville HighSchool, west side, Route 10,is every Friday throughAug. 31. The market, openfrom 3 to 6 p.m., will featurethree Connecticut producefarms and one orchid farm.The objectives are to sup-port Connecticut’s agricul-ture and promote a healthycommunity. During themarket hours, there will beVIP spaces available, free,featuring local communitybusinesses, organizations,or visual/performingartists. For questions,email farmersmarket-plv@yahoo.com.

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ProtestContinued from page 1

District Council on thePlainville-Southington townlines where East and Queenstreets meet.

“This has been an ongoingcampaign with Mizzy Con-struction,” said CharlesLeConche, business managerof Connecticut Laborers’ Dis-trict Council. “We’re gettinginformation out to the public,wherever [Mizzy Construc-tion and the company presi-dent] are working about whathe’s doing.”

The district council handsout flyers and leaflets intowns where Mizzy may beworking, and has a radio cam-paign against the company.

“That’s the union’s attemptto organize me. They’re try-ing to get me to join theirunion. They’ve been doingthis since 2006, unsuccessful-ly,” said Stanley Mierzejews-ki, president of Mizzy Con-

struction. “That’s the onlycomment I can make.”

LeConche said Mizzyshould join a training pro-gram provided by the Con-necticut Laborers’ DistrictCouncil and “come into theunion.”

“We’re in this for the longhaul,” LeConche said. “Everysingle week we’re going tohave a demonstration at hisoffice.”

When asked if Mierzejews-ki has a plan for dealing withthe ongoing protests, he saidhe did not.

“They’ve been unsuccess-ful over the years,” Mierze-jewski said. “I’ve got employ-ees who’ve worked here since1988. I treat my people fair. Ifthey weren’t happy, theywouldn’t have been here forthat long.”

Citizen photo by Crystal Maldonado

Found on the Plainville-Southington town line whereEast Street and Queen Street meet, this billboard islinked to The Connecticut Laborers’ District Council,which helped create the protest against Mizzy Con-struction July 11.

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56 E. Main St.At the meeting, Green will

give a presentation on thecompany, armed with all ofhis books, stack tests and in-formation so he’ll be pre-pared, he said.

“People can get up and askany question they wish,” hesaid. “I would say most peo-ple in Plainville do want to beinformed and that’s the bestthing for us. The more peopleknow about us, the more theycheck us out and the morethey have professional peo-ple check us out the morecomfortable they will feel.”

Green said he hopes thepresentation will alleviatesome fears, which were evi-dent as residents spoke outagainst the company.

“Our village is too impor-tant to us to have somethinglike this change the charac-ter of our town,” said RobertMercer.

Most are worried thatPhoenix Soil might bring pol-lution to Plainville, particu-larly with its anticipatedsmokestack.

“I’m in the wellness indus-try and I don’t want a smoke-stack view from my win-dows,” said Mare DiBenigno,owner of Vital Life Center onWest Main Street.

“The stack isn’t going to bevisually beautiful,” saidMark Blethen, who has creat-ed and distributed signs thatoppose the company with theassistance of a friend.

The signs read ‘Stop theStack’ and can be found onlawns across Plainville.

“What happened if theplant flooded up? You can’t

say it never happens,”Blethen said. “Cars are safeuntil they have an accident,too. I don’t want to be nearthe place when they have anaccident and accidents willhappen.”

Blethen lives down thestreet from the old AtlanticPipe site and said he worriesabout what the companymight do to the air quality.

“We finally got rid of allthe factories and now we’regoing right back to the daysof the industrial revolution,”he said. “It’s like the voice ofthe people is being takenaway.”

Katherine DiGuilio saidshe was “shocked” to readabout Phoenix Soil coming totown.

“We’ve gone to greatlengths to beautifyPlainville,” she said.

DiGuilio started a petitionand has been gathering sig-

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Church of OurSavior

Events for Church of OurSavior, 115 W. Main St.,Plainville, are as follows:scripture study, Tuesdays 12p.m.; liturgy and lunch,Wednesdays, 12 p.m.; FoodFor Friends, Wednesdays, 3to 6 p.m.; and Choir Re-hearsal, Sundays, 9:15 a.m.

Every Sunday morning at10 a.m., COS worships in mu-sic, word and the Holy Com-munion. Following the serv-ice COS has coffee hour withrefreshments and fellowship.On the second Sunday ofeach month COS offers theSacrament of Healing andon the third Sunday of each

month there is a children’ssermon. Everyone is wel-come us.

For more information, call(860) 747-3109.

Special MassFather Ed Nadolny will be

celebrating a special Masson Sunday, July 29, at 5 p.m.at Sacred Heart Church, Cot-tage Street, East Berlin forall Ukranian children whoare currently being hostedand all children who havebeen adopted. All familymembers are invited to at-tend the 5 p.m. Mass and thepicnic following the Mass.Anyone interested in hostingor adopting is more than wel-come to come celebrate.Forquestions call (860) 828-0154.

Thrift shopThe Congregational

Church of Plainville ThriftShop, 130 W. Main St., is openWednesday and Thursday, 10a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday,9:30 a.m. to noon. The thriftshop will be having a bagsale from Wednesday, July 18to Saturday July 28. The shopwill be closed from Wednes-day, Aug. 1 to Saturday, Aug.11 and reopens Wednesday,Aug. 15.

For more information, call(860) 747-2418.

Feministtheology

The Unitarian Universal-ist Church of Meriden, at 328Paddock Ave., Meriden, ispresenting a two session edu-cation curriculum in Femi-nist Theology open to thepublic on Thursday, July 19,from 7 to 9 p.m. The first twosessions are called, “Cakesfor the Queen of Heaven; InAncient Times.”

To register and for moreinformation call (203) 237-9797 or visit uumeriden.org.

PUMC events

The Plainville UnitedMethodist Church, 56 RedStone Hill has the followingscheduled: Sunday worshiptime is at 10 a.m.; TuesdayLadies meeting, Tuesdays at9:30 a.m.; AA., each Sunday,Monday and Wednesday, at 7p.m.; Al-Anon, Mondays, 7p.m.; worship with HolyCommunion, Sunday, Aug. 5at 10 a.m.; American RedCross blood drive hosted atthe church, Tuesday, Aug. 15from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. Call 1-800-733-2767 or go towww.redcrossblood.org tomake an appointment.

Church school and allscout activities resumes in

Don’t worry, be happyPhoto by Donna Verrastro

Whenever Donna Ver-rastro drives to work atIMS Barter in Plainville,she looks up at the over-pass near the center oftown and sees a facelooking down at herfrom the traffic light.Can you spot it? “It putsa smile on my face everyday when I come to thisgreen light,” she said.

September. For more infor-mation call the church at(860) 747-2328.

Food programThe ongoing Food for

Friends program is held atChurch of Our Saviour, 115W. Main St., on Wednesdays,from 5 to 6 p.m. Approximate-ly 50 dinners are preparedand served by various volun-teers of the Plainville Coun-cil of Churches. Much of thefood is provided by Food-share and anyone is welcometo attend.

Food pantryThe Plainville Seventh-day

Adventists Food Pantry isopen to anyone in need offood or clothing. To make anappointment, call (860) 747-5867 or (860) 642-3912.

Bahai FaithTo learn more about the

Bahai Faith in Plainville,contact Allissa Robinson at(732) 272-5689 or via e-mail atackerm77@gmail.com.

Tag saleA tag sale is scheduled for

Saturday, Sept. 15, at Churchof Our Saviour Episcopal, 115W. Main St. High-quality do-nated items are tax de-ductible. The tag sale acceptsfunctioning small appli-ances, knick-knacks, tablelinens, pots and pans and oth-er items one might fund at atag sale. No electronics.

For information or to be onthe committee, contact Dean-na Tino, the tag sale’s chair-person for 2012, at (860) 747-3362.

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Jeffrey QuereuxJeffrey David Quereux 42,

of Plainvilledied July 12,2012, at theNoch LaneGroup Homein East Hart-ford.

He wasborn March21, 1970, in New Britain, a sonof Veronica (Budris)Quereux and the late RobertL. Quereux. Jeff was a for-mer member of P.A.R.C.Veronica would like to thankeveryone who over the yearshas contributed to the devel-opment and happiness ofJeff. Thanks to his caregiversat Noch Lane for their dedica-tion and care of Jeff, especial-ly in the last few days of hislife. Also thanks to Dr. Royand Masonicare Hospice.

Besides his mother, he issurvived by his brother, Dale,aunts, Carol Lumberd andEva Budris; and specialfriends, Pat and Bill Vibert;and many cousins andfriends at Noch Lane. He waspredeceased by his grandpar-ents, Veronica and BernardBudris and Leon and GenaQuereux.

Funeral services for Jeffwere held July 16, 2012, at theBailey Funeral Home, 48Broad St., Plainville. Burialfollowed in St. Joseph Ceme-tery in Plainville. For infor-mation or to leave words ofcondolence visit www.bai-ley-funeralhome.com.

Rita NapertRita (Ruel) Girardin

Napert, 86, ofBristol, for-merly ofP l a i nv i l l e,died at herhome, sur-rounded byher family,July 15, 2012. She was thewife of the late Clement Gi-rardin and Arthur Napert.

Rita was born in Lewiston,Maine on Nov. 28, 1925, one of14 children to the late Francisand Clara (Ferland) Ruel.Raised in Maine, she movedto Connecticut shortly afterher marriage to Clement,where they raised their fami-ly of eight and shared 38

Obituariestry as a flight engineer.Shortly after his discharge,he moved to the UnitedStates, gaining citizenshipin the 1950’s. He was a proudmember and strong support-er of IBEW Local 90 Electri-cians Union, and moved toPlainville from Wallingfordfollowing his retirement. Ahockey enthusiast, heplayed in his early years andenjoyed watching and at-tending games as he got old-er, and was a fan of the NewYork Yankees. “UncleFrankie” as he was affec-tionately known to many,lived his life quietly and onhis own terms, extendinghis generosity to those heloved, and leaves his familywith many cherished memo-ries.

He is survived by his sis-ter, Pauline Gallagher, of

Canada; and several devotednieces and nephews.

Honoring his wishes, hisfamily will celebrate his lifeprivately. Bailey FuneralHome, Plainville was assist-ing with arrangements. Hemay be remembered withcontributions to thePlainville Community FoodPantry, P.O. Box 233,Plainville, CT 06062. For on-line expressions of sympa-thy, visit www.Bailey-Funer-alhome.com.

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years of marriage. She mar-ried Arthur in 1994, withwhom she spent 17 years pri-or to his passing in 2011. Ritawas a devoted mother andgrandmother, who was hap-piest being surrounded byher adored family, or playingvarious games of cards. Awoman of strong faith andspirituality, she will be great-ly missed, leaving her familywith many cherished memo-ries of the wonderful timesshared together.

She is survived by her chil-dren and grandchildren tocarry on her legacy of love,Patricia Ezzo, of Florida, andher children, Tina, Donald,Jason and Dana; Marc Gi-rardin and his wife, Karen, ofBristol; Mariette Lewandos-ki and her husband, Bill, ofPlantsville, and their chil-dren, Eric and his wife,Melissa, and KaSandra;Thomas GIrardin and hiswife, Claire, of Michigan andtheir daughter, Melissa; Kei-th Girardin and his wife,Nora, of Bristol and theirchildren, Keegan, Karen, andJonathan; Grace Bleau andher husband, Robert Jr., ofPlainville and their children,Heather and her husband,Mohammed, Nicole, andChristina; Clara Annunziataand her husband, Andrew Jr.,and their children, Josh, An-drew III., and Dominic; and

Theresa Gratton and her hus-band, Shane and their chil-dren, Myra and Chelsae; her8 great-grandchildren; andmany nieces and nephews.In addition to her husbands,she was predeceased by herson-in-law, George Ezzo andher 13 siblings.

The funeral services in cel-ebration of Rita’s life will beheld on Thursday, July 19,2012, at 9 a.m. from Bailey Fu-neral Home, 48 Broad St.,Plainville, followed by a Massat 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Mer-cy Church. Committal servic-es will follow at St. JosephCemetery. In lieu of flowers,Rita may be rememberedwith contributions to theAmerican Cancer Society, 825Brook St. Bldg. 3, Rocky Hill,CT 06067. For directions andonline expressions of sympa-thy, visit Rita’s tribute pageat www.Bailey-Funeralhome.com.

Franklin Noble Franklin A. Noble, 90, of

Plainville, died July 11, 2012,at Apple Rehab of Farming-ton Valley.

Born in New Brunswick,Canada, he was the son ofthe late Leighton and Min-nie (Estabrook) Noble.Raised in Canada, he enlist-ed in the Royal CanadianAir Force, serving his coun-

CitizenOpinion The Plainville CitizenThursday, July 19, 2012

Letters to the EditorNew motto forBOE?

To the editor:Mr. Frangos objects to

the Democrat members ofthe Board of Educationasking for time, beyond thefour days they were given,to fully review theBlumShapiro report. Healso objected to their seek-ing information from edu-cational experts and townswho used shared services.

Mr. Frangos wanted theDemocrats to fall in linewith the Republican chair-woman and “rush to judge-ment” by approving theBlumShapiro report sur-rendering the BOE’s finan-cial controls to the town’schief financial officer whoreports to the town manag-er and not to the superin-tendent of schools.

In business, asking foradditional information be-fore making a major deci-

sion is normally consid-ered good idea. However,Mr. Frangos and Republi-can Chairwoman Saundersseem to fail to understandor respect that businesspractice.

Based on my experienceas a former town coun-clman, BOE member andtown treasurer, I considerthe BlumShapiro report tobe without any merit.

It does, however, do whatthe Republican dominatedtown council wants. Itweakens the BOE and su-perintendent of schoolscontrol over educationwhile increasing the powerof the town manager, towhom the chief financialofficer reports. Want toguess who hires, fires andgives raises to the townmanager?

After 30+ years in thecorporate world, I knowthat consultant reportsgenerally provide justifica-

tion for what the peoplewho hired them wanted todo.

Fact, BlumShapiro ishired by the Town Council.

Fact, the Republicanagenda of this Councilwanted to weaken the BOE.Is anyone surprised thatthe BlumShapiro reportgave the Republican domi-nated Town Council exactlywhat it wanted.

The actions of Chair-woman Saunders and herRepublican colleagues pro-vides us with a new mottofor the BOE:“Politics First,Kids Second.”

Val E. DumaisPlainville

Resist the stackof greed

To the editor:I’d like to direct this let-

ter to Shirley Osle, assis-

Government MeetingsThursday, July 19

Economic Development Agency, Munici-pal Center, 7 p.m.

Monday, July 23Aviation Commission, Municipal Center, 7

p.m.Veterans Council, Municipal Center, 7 p.m.

Monday, July 30Veterans Council, Municipal Center, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 1Inland Wetlands Commission, Municipal

Center, 7:30 p.m.Insurance Commission, Municipal Center,

7 p.m.

Monday, Aug. 6Town Council, Municipal Center, 7 p.m.Veterans Council, Municipal Center, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 9Recreation and Parks Board, 50 Whiting

St., 7 p.m.Recycling and Solid Waste, Municipal Cen-

ter, 7 p.m.Monday, Aug. 13

Veterans Council, Municipal Center, 7 p.m.Zoning Board of Appeals, Municipal Cen-

ter, 7:30 p.m.

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What’s not to loveabout summer?

By Diana CarrSpecial to The Citizen

I am crazy mad in lovewith summer. Always havebeen. As a kid, the maindraw was no school, ofcourse. But throughout theyears, my love affair withthis glorious season hasnever faltered. We’re stillgoing strong, summer andme. The magic is still there.

For starters, my tootsiesare so happy to be nakedagain. Shoes and I have nev-er gotten along. They seemdetermined to torment me,pinching this, chafing that,and they make no al-lowances whatsoever for thebunions and the hammer-toes. Oh, but no sooner haswinter retreated and theground begun to thaw, thanthey are thrown, rather un-ceremoniously, into the back

of the closet, not to be heardfrom again until the treesare once again bare.

And then there are thelong days. Days that roll outbefore me, beckoning me toa life lived outside thesefour walls. And they alwayshave their way with me. Istart the day off, really, withthe best of intentions. I willremain rooted at my com-puter, I say to myself. I willwrite, write, write, and ped-dle my stories to magazinesand make bunches andbunches of money. But thenI hear the siren’s call, and Iam out the door, frolickingin the grass (yes, I really dofrolic), listening to birds,smelling flowers. My spiritneeds these days, withers onthe vine without them. Win-ter’s confinement is hard on

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tant town manager forPlainville and board mem-ber for the farmers market.

I see in The PlainvilleCitizen your farmers mar-ket that has been two yearsin the making was a greatsuccess. Congratulations! Itis nice to see that you areinvolved with wanting ahealthier community, asyou stated in the paper.

So I guess the only ques-tion for you as the assistanttown manager (because thetown manager is not listen-ing) is why would you bringthis company to downtownPlainville?

It seems to me that twoyears of planning for a

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healthier community withthe farmers market was de-stroyed in a second by whoever made this greedy taxdollar decision to offerPhoenix Soil a home here.

I can’t figure out howPlainville can put a compa-ny that handles contami-nated soil on a propertysurrounded by the Pe-quabuck River, a large na-ture pond, countless acresof natural wetlands, and es-pecially the historic Farm-ington canal.

Someone please pinch meto wake me from this night-mare.

I love reading Ruth Hum-mel’s editorials on the richhistory of Plainville andhow hard our great greatgrandfathers worked tomake Plainville a wonder-

ful place to live and raise afamily.

Ruth’s stories remind mewhy I stayed here for 47years. I am not sure howshe will fit a stack storyinto her mix.

To Shirley Osle, please dowhat is right for Plainville.Some tax dollars, no matterhow much is involved, isjust not worth ruining whatPlainville represents.

The stack is not right forPlainville. Instead, maybePlainville can turn this siteinto a community gardensite and nature center. Nowthat’s continuing yourwork by making a healthierPlainville.

Please don’t let the ‘Stackof Greed’ get you, too.

Dave GarewskiPlainville

SummerContinued from page 10

me. But now, I’m loving thesun, and the green every-where I look, and the bluesky. And knowing I can stayoutside, if I want to, untilnighttime makes a showingaround 9:00. And I alwayswant to.

I love waking up to birdssinging to each other. Nomatter what burdens, real orimagined, plagued me thenight before as I lay down,they all dissipate when themorning serenade rollsaround. I soon find myselfas happy as those littlesongstresses. I can’t be sadwhen I am bathed in sun-light streaming through thewindow, and bird song.

And then there’s the un-mitigated joy of swirlingaround for hours in myabove-ground pool, in myfloaty chair that rivals aLazy Boy recliner for com-fort. I nestle into it and readand read. And watch thebirds soaring overhead, andlisten to the breeze sighingin the trees and try to seeshapes in the clouds. Butthis is no idle pastime, nosirree. I am always slidinginto the water for the ex-

press purpose of scoopingout a butterfly or a dragonflyor a bee or a ladybug orthose little winged beasties Ihave no name for, with mynet. I don’t want to boast, butI have saved many lives. It’san important job, this life-guarding for the insectworld.

Another cherished pas-time offered up by “thoselazy, hazy, crazy days of sum-mer” (sing it, Fats Domino)is reading by my stream. Isprawl out on my chaiselounge, with my books andmy tea, and I feel like I’m inparadise. It’s such a bucolicscene, with the woods thatsurround me, and the wild-flowers and the birds and thebees and the butterflies andthe dragonflies. The beesand I have come to an agree-ment; they’ll leave me aloneand I’ll leave them alone. Sofar everyone has stuck to theagreement.

Well, I’d like to continuethis rhapsody — I haven’teven begun to tell you howmuch I love the beach — butthere’s really no time. I’mheaded out to my pool.

How do you feel about sum-mer? Send us your rants orraves! We may just run it as acolumn.

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natures from around town toprotest the company.

Town Manager Robert E.Lee spoke at the July 9 coun-cil meeting about the town’sresponse to citizen concerns.

Phoenix Soil has submit-ted applications for both anAir Compliance Permit and aWaste Permit to the Depart-ment of Energy & Environ-mental Protection to operatetheir business on the formerAtlantic Pipe property onNorth Washington Street, hesaid. DEEP will also conductpublic hearings on both ofthese permits. Those publichearings have yet to be sched-uled.

If Phoenix Soil receives itspermits from DEEP, a noticeof determination will be pub-lished in the newspaper. Fol-lowing that, if 25 individualssay they are concerned by thebusiness, the state can helpPlainville hold a public hear-ing.

But, he said, the Planningand Zoning Committee does-n’t allow businesses based onpeople’s wants.

“Planning and Zoning hasno ability to say yes or no to abusiness, so long as it fits allof the criteria set forth priorto the application,” Lee said.“Planning and Zoning can’tdiscriminate. As long as thebusiness fits the rules, wecan’t change the rules to fit

the agenda or people’s de-sires.”

Councilwoman Lee Toffeysaid this was exemplified inSouthington, when townmembers fought not to haveVIP Boutique, an adult shop,move to Queen Street.

“People fought very hardfor it not to come to town, butit’s there,” Toffey said. “Oncethe rules are in place, youcan’t change them mid-stream, as much as you maylike to.”

David Green said he wantsPlainville to feel comfortablehaving his company move totown.

He’s invited people to stopby his Waterbury location (ei-ther announced or unan-nounced), taken phone callsfrom concerned citizens(lasting up to 45 minutes) andpersonally reached out to afew people in town.

“This is not somethingthey just have to have faith in– they can come down andkick the tires,” Green said.

He said he was even invit-ed to attend a Citizen’s andProperty Home Owners As-sociation meeting, where hewas prepared to discuss thecompany.

Green said he was asked toleave when he arrived.

“Everybody has a right toan opinion and I stronglysupport that. If somebody’sagainst me, that’s fine, that’stheir American right. I haveno problem with that. I’m justtrying to give them actual

facts,” he said. “If I do andthey’re still against me,they’re against me and that’sfine, too.”

So far, the only person tovisit the Waterbury facilitywas Director of Planning andEconomic Development De-partment Mark DeVoe,though Green said he’s morethan happy to show anyonearound his business.

Phoenix Soil, which hasbeen in business for 19 years,has a clean record, accordingto the DEEP, except for a$50,000 dust fine in 2010.

The company has branch-es in Sydney, Australia andBudapest, Hungary, whichGreen said are right nearhouses.

“It’s important for us to getthe information out to thepeople of what we actually doversus what’s being said thatwe do,” said Green, who ad-mitted it was difficult not totake the challenges personal-ly.

“This is a family businessand we’re very active in,” hesaid. “We’re not dropping inevery now and then – wemake the decisions. This isour life.”

To contact David Green orto schedule a tour, call (203)759-0053. Phoenix Soil is cur-rently located at 130 FreightSt., Waterbury. Residents whohave any questions regardingthe Public Information Ses-sion can contact the TownManager’s Office at (860) 793-0221, ext. 201.

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Junior Girl Scout Troop 66081 – Kayla Buckley,Olivia Kaminski, Victoria Corriveau, Susan Sadec-ki, Kelsey Matthews, Gianna Solimeno, AvalonBorra – met with Susan Sadecki from the MainStreet Community Foundation. Sadecki taught thegirls about roles women can have in the future andhow the Main Street Community Foundation helpsPlainville community.

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July 19 Thursday

Balloonists meet — TheConnecticut Lighter ThanAir Society meets at 7:30 p.m.on the third Thursday of themonth at the Plainville Mu-nicipal Center. Information:Web sitewww.lighterthanair.org, e-mail info@lighterthanair.org.

Bingo — Veterans of For-eign Wars Madeley-RobertsPost 574 men hold open bingoevery Thursday, at 6:30 p.m.,at post headquarters, 7 North-west Drive, at the corner ofRoute 10. The public is invit-ed. Information: call EarlCarey at (860) 747-5400.

Girl Scouts program -—Local Girl Scout leaders willhost stories and readingtheme crafts at 6 p.m., onThursdays, July 19, 26 and

Aug. 2 and 9. The crafts will bebased on the summer readingtheme “Dream Big ... Read.”The program is recommend-ed for ages 5 and up and regis-tration is required.

Guided nature walks —Guided nature walks onThursdays starting at 9 a.m.will be held at Tomasso Na-ture Park, Granger Lane, offRoute 177, Unionville Avenue,by Ruth Hummel and SueHolcomb. Information: call(860) 747-0081.

Knights of Columbus —The 4th Degree Knights ofColumbus, Council 3544,meets at 7:30 p.m. on the thirdThursday of the month at 55Whiting St. Information: callMalcolm Soucie at (860) 747-4039.

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Farmers market — TheFarmers Market of Plainvillewill be open for the seasonFridays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.in front of Plainville HighSchool on East Street/Route10. The market opens rain orshine, with ample parkingand safe walking paths forcustomers. For more informa-tion, email farmersmarket-plv@yahoo.com or contactLinda Dezenzo, at thePlainville Housing Authority,

at (860) 747-5909 or (860) 747-8519.

Fife and Drum Corps —The Connecticut Patriots Se-nior Ancient Fife and DrumCorps meets Fridays, at 7p.m., at the Middle School ofPlainville, 150 Northwest Dri-ve. Information: PhyllisThompson, P.O. Box 243,Plainville, CT 06062 or call(860) 621-6090.

Hip hop — The libraryand the Plainville RecreationDepartment are co-sponsor-ing Austin Dailey’s Hip HopBreakdancing on Friday, July20 at 2 p.m. at the bandshell inNorton Park. No registrationnecessary.

21 Saturday

Wing ding — From 5 to 9p.m., the Plainville PoliceAssociation will host the11th Annual Plainville Po-lice Association WingDing. This friendly competi-tion between restaurantsfrom Plainville benefits theOfficer Robert M. HolcombMemorial ScholarshipFund. Robert M. Holcombcared about the welfare ofPlainville and his service toits people while in pursuitof an idea that inspires allhonorable men. Holcombwas a police officer and, in

defense of this cause, hegave his life. This event willkeep his memory alive. Tick-ets are available at the door,for a fee.

23 Monday

Open house — MoorelandHill School, 166 Lincoln St.,has scheduled an open housefor prospective students ofkindergarten through grade 5for Monday, July 23 from 5 to7:30 p.m. Please RSVP at (860)223-6428 or Mooreland.org.

24 Tuesday

Bingo — Veterans of For-eign Wars Madeley-RobertsPost 574 Women’s Auxiliaryholds open bingo every Tues-day, at 6:30 p.m., at post head-quarters, 7 Northwest DriveThe public is invited. Informa-tion: call Earl Carey at (860)747-5400.

Dinner theater — The li-brary will be having a dinnertheater on Tuesday, July 24, at6 p.m. Bring dinner and watchthe show on the big screen inthe cool auditorium. Themovie will be a recently re-leased DVD. No registration isnecessary.

Norton Park concert —Concerts at Norton Park willbe held on Tuesdays at thepark at 6:30 p.m., by the newband shell. Performing onJuly 24, Simply Swing/10piece Swing Orchestra.

25 Wednesday

Food for Friends — TheFood for Friends free meal isserved at Church of Our Sav-iour, 115 W. Main St., from 5 to6:30 p.m., every Wednesday ofthe month.

Historic center — Tours ofthe Plainville Historic Center,29 Pierce St., are availableWednesdays and Saturdays,noon to 2:30 p.m.. Information:call the historic center, (860)747-6577.

Picnic story time — The li-brary will have a picnic storytime at 11:30 a.m. Bring alunch and enjoy some storieswhile eating. The staff willprovide the juice boxes. Storytime will be weekly throughAug. 15.

26 Thursday

Treat day — Dairy Queenhosts Miracle Treat DayThursday, July 26, from 2-7p.m. at its 81 East St. location.There will be face painting, abounce house and a dunktank at the kid-friendly event.All money raised benefits theConnecticut Children’s Med-ical Center in Hartford.

27 Friday

Class reunion — ThePlainville High School Classof 1992 holds its 20th ClassReunion Friday, July 27, atTesta’s Banquet Facility, 26South Center St., Southing-ton, from 7 to 11 p.m.There isa cost to attend. Information:plainvilleclassof92@gmail.com or (860) 305-0310.

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Chris MurphyChris Murphy continued

his Getting to Work Tour atWard Leonard Electric Com-pany in Thomaston July 2,in Bridgeport July 6 and inNew Haven July 9, where hemet with business ownersand workers to discuss waysto help spur job creation.

New Haven leaders ralliedbehind Chris Murphy’s cam-paign for the U.S. Senate.Congresswoman Rosa De-Lauro, Mayor John DeSte-fano, members of the Boardof Aldermen, members ofthe state delegation andmembers of the Democratic

Campaign NotesTown Committee stood be-side Murphy July 2 to an-nounce their support forMurphy.

As of July 10, Chris Mur-phy’s campaign for U.S. Sen-ate raised more than $1.2million in the secondfundraising quarter of 2012,bringing the campaign’sfundraising total to over$5.45 million. The campaignwill report over $3.1 millioncash on hand.

Women for Murphylaunched its roundtable se-ries in West Hartford.Women for Murphy will beorganizing a variety ofevents throughout the elec-tion.

Andrew RorabackRepublican First Select-

man Richard Barlow of Can-ton, has formally endorsedSenator Andrew Rorabackfor the open congressionalseat in Connecticut’s 5th dis-trict.

After previously havinggiven her support to JustinBernier, State Senator An-tonietta “Toni” Boucher to-day announced she is en-dorsing Andrew Rorabackin his bid for Congress fromthe 5th District.

State Senator AndrewRoraback released his filingto the FEC reporting his-

fundraising totals from thelast quarter. His congres-sional campaign for the 5thdistrictraised more than$164,000 in the secondfundraising quarter of 2012from 450 donorswith 406 ofthem coming from Connecti-cut. In the preceding quar-ter, the campaign raised$134,307 from almost 500donors. Roraback beginsthis quarter with $263,980.36cash on hand.

Betty BoukusConnecticut State Repre-

sentative Betty Boukus wel-comed Aurora D’Angona asher new constituent servic-es representative and leg-islative assistant. Boukusand D’Angona will meetwith constituents to discussissues affecting the 22nd As-sembly District inPlainville, New Britain andBristol Aug. 8 from 6:30-8p.m. in the lower level of thePlainville Public Library.

State Representative Bet-ty Boukus announced $2 mil-lion in state funding for ren-ovations to Wheeler Clinic’sNorthwest Village Schoolwas approved today by theState Bond Commission.

Mark GreenbergJuly 11, the Mark Green-

berg for Congress campaignreleased “Dust.” The TV adhighlights Greenberg’s busi-ness experience and will runon cable and broadcastacross the 5th CongressionalDistrict.

Chris ShaysThe Shays campaign re-

leased second quarterfundraising totals for 2012. Atotal of 1,262 donors con-tributed. Pre-Convention:$166,407. Post-Convention: $364,404. Total raised for thequarter: $530,811.

Linda McMahonU. S. Senate candidate Lin-

da McMahon is holding ameet and greet Thursday,July 19, at Mizzy Construc-tion Office at 463 East St.from 3-5 p.m. The public isinvited.

Visit us on the Web:www.plainvillecitizen.com

PrimaryVoting for the Democratic

and Republican primaries isfrom 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday,Aug. 14, at all four polling dis-tricts.

Where to voteThere are four polling cen-

ters in the town of Plainville:Linden Street School, 69 Lin-den St.; Wheeler School, 15Cleveland Memorial Drive;Toffolon School, 145 North-west Drive; and Our Lady ofMercy, 19 S. Canal St.

To find out where youshould go to vote, visitwww.plainvillect.com.

RegistrationTo vote in the Tuesday,

Aug. 14, primary, citizensmust be registered with aparty. The deadline to changefrom unaffiliated to Democ-rat or Republican is noon onMonday, Aug. 13.

On Tuesday, July 31, theregistrars of voters will holda session from noon to 2 p.m.at the Municipal Center togive citizens an opportunityto register to vote. The dead-line to register to vote is Mon-day, Aug. 13.

The Municipal Center isopen Monday to Wednesday, 8a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday 8a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday, 8a.m. to noon. Registrationforms can be found in theTown Clerk’s office. For moreinformation, visit www.plainvillect.com or call Jean Lom-bardo, Democrat, at (860) 793-0221, Ext. 255, or Beth Gas-parini, Republican, at (860)793-0221, Ext. 256.

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Recent graduatesThe following Plainville

residents graduated from:University of Hartford,

West Hartford – SusanOliveira, a Bachelor of Sci-ence in Nursing; Alex Bul-ger, a Bachelor of Science inBusiness Administration;Lisa Karwowski, summacum laude with a Bachelor ofScience in Business Admin-istration; Maryssa Tsolis,summa cum laude with aBachelor of Science in Busi-ness Administration; KaylaVerbitsky, magna cum laudewith a bachelor of science inarchitectural engineeringtechnology; Bridget Barzola,cum laude with a bachelor offine arts in illustration; Shel-by Apuzzo, master of musiceducation; Michael Smith,master of business adminis-tration.

University of Alaska An-chorage, Alaska - KevinHalvorsen, graduated fromthe University of Alaska An-chorage Class of 2012, bache-lor of arts degree in psychol-ogy, cum laude. His parentsare Glen and Susan Halvors-en.

Summer programThe Extra Innings Pro-

gram at the Middle School ofPlainville will be running a

Summer Program from Mon-day, July 9, through Friday,Aug. 3, from 9 a.m. until 1p.m. The program is open toall Plainville students enter-ing grades 6 through 9 in Sep-tember. There will be fourone-week sessions and eachday will consist of an aca-demic, enrichment andrecreation component. Bustransportation home is avail-able for an additional fee. Forquestions regarding the pro-gram, or to obtain a registra-tion packet, please contactProgram Coordinator KelliWallace at wallacek@plainvilleschools.org or (860) 793-3250, ext.1608.

Honor rollSt. Paul Catholic High

School, Bristol, has an-nounced the Plainville resi-dents who made the honorroll for the fourth quarter:

Ninth grade first honors:Jung Hyun Hwang; secondhonors: Mekaela Fithian-Gi-antonio, Nadia Langer-Mar-shall; tenth grade secondhonors: Amy Urso; eleventhgrade first honors: TaylorRinheart; second honors:Darek Chrzanowski.

Dean’s listPlainville residents that

made the dean’s list for thespring semester are:

Providence College, Provi-dence, R.I. – Alyssa Martino.

Endicott College, Beverly,Mass. – Andrew RobertHamel, a sophomore major-ing in criminal justice and isthe son of Robert and Jo-annHamel, of Plainville.

School Briefs Nzinga’s daughters perform

Photo courtesy of Nzinga’s Daughter

Nzinga’s Daughters performed July 17 at Norton Parkas part of the recreation department’s summer con-cert series. Before the event, members of the groupposed in front of the Parks and Recreation Depart-ment sign that lists the show. Nzinga’s Daughters per-form again Saturday, July 28, in Hartford. For more in-formation on the organization, visit the website atwww.nzingasdaughters.com.

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center at (860) 747-5728.

Free groceriesFoodshare delivers free

food to low income individu-als at the Plainville HousingAuthority, 20 Stillwell Drive,Sunset Community Room, onMondays at the new time of11 to 11:30 a.m. Groceries aredistributed every other Mon-

day. The next distributionwill be July 23.

This program is availableto Plainville residents whoare at least 62 years old orpermanently disabled underthe Social Security Act. Peo-ple who are participating inthe program for the first timemust bring proof of age andresidency. For more informa-tion, call the housing author-ity at (860) 747-5909.

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ter, 314 Osgood Ave., NewBritain, is offering a monthlysupport group for caregiversof those affected byAlzheimer’s disease. Thisgroup offers attendees an op-portunity to talk with othersand share advice on problemsolving techniques and care-giving ideas. TheAlzheimer’s Support Groupmeets each third Tuesdaymonthly 6 to 7 p.m. and nexton Aug. 21. To reserve a spacecall (860) 357-4264.

Sneaker recyclingThe Plainville Recycling

and Solid Waste Commission

is holding a Nike Reuse-ASneaker Collection this yearuntil July 27. Bring sneakersto the senior center (anybrand) and deposit them intothe recycling box. The sneak-ers will be sent to Nike, whothen uses them to make run-ning tracks, basketball andtennis courts, playgrounds,even synthetic turf fields,and sports’ surfaces of alltypes that can incorporateNike Grind into their design.

Bountiful basketcompetition

The Plainville CommunityFund is offering an opportu-nity to support the Plainvillecommunity through the firstBountiful Basket Competi-tion. Groups are asked to puttogether a “Theme Basket” tobe raffled off at the third an-nual “Plainville CommunityFun(d) Day” at RobertsonAirport on Saturday, Sept. 22.Attendees at the FUNd Daywill be will be judging thebaskets and there will be blueribbons for the first, secondand third place winners.

The senior center is goingto participate by putting to-gether a “Rainy Day Fund”basket. The senior center isasking for members’ help.Bring donations to the frontdesk.

Billiards winnersThe billiards winners at

the Plainville Senior Centerwere: May 24: first, Joe St.Pierre, Joe Troy; second,Curt Graves, Carmel St.Pierre; May 31: first, MitchZiolkowski, Bobby Hull; sec-ond, Curt Graves, Wilson Be-langer; June 7: first, Mitch Zi-olkowski, Bob Hull; first, JoeSt. Pierre, Joe Troy; June 14:first, Joe Palumbo, RogerBosworth; second, Joe Gian-nattasio, Bob Hull.

Donors neededUnited Way believes that the first day of school is an im-

portant event in a child’s life that is often overlooked.They began the Adopt–A–Child Back to School Programin 1999, helping 30 children. It has continued this programeach year and it has grown dramatically, with over 400children served last year alone. This year, the number ofchildren signed up is 482.

United Way is currently in the process of recruitingdonors for its program this year. Members of the organi-zation are hoping that the generous spirit of our local res-idents will extend to the many needy children in the areaas they make their way back to school in the fall. The fu-ture of many of these children depends on their perform-ance in school and United Way wants to ensure that allchildren are on a level playing field.

If you or your company wants to take part in this valu-able program and help a child in need, please call Beverlyat United Way (860) 582-9559. You will be asked to provide afirst day of school outfit for a child, along with a backpackfilled with school supplies. United Way will provide youwith a child’s first name, sex, clothing sizes, and favoritecolors to help you in purchasing your gift. Donations canbe dropped off to United Way on either Aug. 7, 8 or 9, sothat they can distribute the gifts before the first day ofschool.

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Dr. Petit said: “I really just want tothank everyone for being here today.This is the biggest crowd ever. I wantto let you know that you’re all part ofthe foundation, just by being here.You showed up to support the com-munity and your fellow man.”

One of Plainville’s favorite sons,the New England Patriots’ NikoKoutouvides also spoke to the partic-ipants.

“Long distance isn’t my thing. I’musually short and sweet,” the two-time Super Bowl participant said, tolaughs. “But today I’m going to giveit a go. I don’t know when I’m goingto finish, but for all the runners; I’llsee you at the finish line.”

New London’s Stephen Pretakbested the field that hazy morning.He navigated the course in a recordtime of 15:27, out-doing the runner-

up, Terryville’s Nico Greco, by sixseconds. Jon Krell of Farmingtonrounded out the top three (15:56).

Andrew Rottier was the firstPlainville resident to finish. ThePHS student was 11th with a time of16:52.

Complete race results are postedat plattsys.com.

Terry Putaski of Bristol has runthe GE 5K every year. He said onething brings him back: Dr. Petit.

“It’s a tragic event that happenedto him, and in a small way I wantedto show support every year, to let himknow that he’s not forgotten,” Putas-ki said, adding: “I’m very happy thathe has found somebody. It looks likethey’re going to get married thisyear, and I’ll tell you, I couldn’t be

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Citizen photos by Nick Carroll

Stephen Pretak of New London, top, left, appears to be walking onair as he approaches the finish line at the fifth annual GeneralElectric 5K Road Race, held Sunday morning in Plainville. Pretakbested his competition that morning and set a course record inthe process. More than 3,000 runners and walkers set out on the3.1-mile course, the largest field yet for the event. The race bene-fits the Petit Family Foundation.

Fifth annual GE/Petit race draws record crowdBy Nick Carroll

The Plainville Citizen

The fifth annual General Electric5K Road Race benefitting the PetitFamily Foundation, held Sunday inPlainville, had a different feel thandid the previous four installments; amore celebratory, lighter feel.

Perhaps it was that the two menresponsible for the deaths of Jen-nifer, Hayley and Michaela Petit

now sit on death row.Or it may be that Dr. William Pe-

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For whatever reason, the vibe sur-rounding the 2012 GE/Petit race wasa joyous one, and Dr. Petit had aspring in his step.

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echoed that.“Good for him,” said Dill,

who at seven months preg-nant, walked the course.“There comes a point whenyou do have to move on. Withan event like this, he’s alwaysgoing to remember, but heneeds to be happy.”

Dill’s husband, Steve, ranthe 5K.

“It’s really encouraging tosee everyone get together tosupport the cause,” he said.“It was touching a few yearsago to see the event put to-gether.”

Ken Oberhausen of Avonhas volunteered at the 5K

First-round NBA draft pick Drummondonce battled Blue Devils

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twice played againstPlainville High School.

By Nick CarrollThe Plainville Citizen

Members of the 2007 and2008 Plainville High Schoolboys basketball teams cer-tainly have a good story toshare with their futuregrandkids. After all, not alot of guys can say they ranthe court with a NBA first-round draft pick.

In ’07 and ‘08, the CapitalPrep hoop team – featuringthe nearly 7-foot AndreDrummond – rolled intoPHS’s Ivan Wood Gymnasi-um for the David T. RybczykMemorial Tournament.

“I remember hearingabout him his freshmanyear and hearing that hewas going to Middletown. Iwas mad because we wouldhave to play him twice. ThenI heard he was going to go toCapital Prep, and we had toplay him once,” PHS coach

Marc Wesoly said, referringto Drummond. “But seeinghim in person you could tellhe was going to be some-thing special.”

Drummond, who would goon to play one season for theUniversity of Connecticut,was selected by the DetroitPistons with the ninth pickin the NBA Draft, June 28.

Last week, Detroit signedthe soon to be 19-year-old toa multi-year contract.

Terms of the deal werenot disclosed, but, obviously,Drummond is now a verywealthy young man.

Hartford’s Capital Prepgot the best of Plainville atthe Rybczyk tournamentboth years Drummond wason hand.

In the 2007 tournamentconsolation game, the BlueDevils opened a big leadover Capital Prep only to seetheir sizeable advantage dis-

appear. Capital Prep wouldprevail, 64-57.

Drummond, then a fresh-man, recorded a triple-dou-ble, including 12 points.

In 2008, Plainville and Cap-ital Prep met up in the Ry-bczyk tournament title game.This time, there was little inthe way of drama; CapitalPrep rolled, 70-42.

Drummond, once again,had a triple-double, which in-cluded 18 rebounds.

Marc Wesoly spoke withDrummond last season at aUConn practice. The coachsaid the big man remem-bered those Rybczyk tourna-ment games. In fact, Drum-mond recalled Plainvilleused the “Hack-a-Shaq” tech-nique on him, meaning in-stead of letting Drummondget easy buckets in the paint,

the Blue Devils would foulhim, and force him to earnhis points from the freethrow line.

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freshmen year in high schoolto his freshmen year in col-lege was a great experience,”Wesoly said. “Just seeinghow big he got and how hiswork ethic changed.”

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since its inception. He mansa tent where water, orangejuice and bananas are dis-tributed.

“It’s a great cause for agreat family,” said Ober-hausen, a GE employee.“Since its inaugural year ithas really grown to be one ofthe best races in the area. Itbrings out a lot of the com-munity, and beyond the com-munity as well.”

All proceeds from theGE/Petit race go to the PetitFamily Foundation, whichhonors the memories of thePetit women by benefitingcauses close to their heart.

“July 23 will be the fifth an-niversary of a very tragicevent when we lost Jennifer,Hayley and Michaela,” Dr. Pe-tit said in his pre-race com-ments. “I know they’re look-ing down upon you andthankful for everything youall do.”

The future of the Plainville High School volleyball program may be bright. This past spring, local players ingrades five through eight worked on their volleyball skills once a week in a recreation league. The partici-pants are pictured.

Legion fund-raiserPlainville Post 33 American Legion baseball will hold a pasta dinner fund-raiser Friday, July 20, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Central

Cafe. Tickets may be purchased at the door.

20 The Plainville Citizen — Thursday, July 19, 2012

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OLDS Intrigue 1999One Owner, Low Miles, $2550

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LOST & FOUND

FOUND Female Yorkie Mix.Very friendly. Milton DriveMeriden 7/14/12 203 623 2773

LOST Ring with Round CenterBlue Sapphire and Small Dia-mond Each Side in Wallingford,Vicinity of Lyman Hall HighSchool about 10/9/08. Call203-915-9762 or 203-265-0031

LOST Siamese Blue-Point (gray)cat. Male, blue eyes, neutered.Without special food and medsfor over a week. Lost vicinty ofOctober La., Plantsville. PLEASEcall if you have seen him.860-628-5556 or 860-637-2967

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TAG SALES

PLAINVILLE 16 Peace Court

Saturday 9-2Lots of kids clothes,

toys and more!

Thursday, July 19, 2012 — The Plainville Citizen 21APARTMENTS

FOR RENT

MERIDEN. Efficiency, $600/mo.1 mos security. Avail now. 203-903-6413 or 203-376-6566

MERIDEN/Wlfd area. Unique 5spacious rooms, must see.Immac, priv porch, 2 car off st.No pets. W&D included. Stor-age, quiet area. 203-686-0818

PLAINVILLEXL STUDIO APARTMENT

Applianced kitchen. A/C, On SiteParking, Balcony. Starting at$635/mo. Call CPI 860-225-1570

SUMMER SPECIALMERIDEN- 1BR - $750/month.

Heat, Hot Water, Electricincluded. Private balcony.

1 month free rent. Ask for details.Call for info 203-639-4868

WALFD 2 Bed, 2nd FL, GlassPorch, Appliances, WD hookup.Storage. Off st parking. No Pets.Very clean. Dead end st. Owner/Agent. $850. 203-269-7348 WALLINGFORD - 1 BR , 1st FL

5 Rooms. All appliances.Garage. No pets. Security.

$1050. 203-269-0428WWAALLLLIINNGGFFOORRDD

1 Bedroom $695 & $750Judd Square. Central Air. No

pets. $740Call (203) 265-3718

WALLINGFORD 1BR Furnished.Private deck. Off street parking.

Heat & Hot Water Included $825 + 1 month security

203 626-5786 or 203-980-1441WALLINGFORD 2 BR Townhouse

on dead-end st. Large LR. Kitwith private covered deck.Garage & Laundry Rm under.$1150 + sec dep. 203 605-6678

WALLINGFORD Choate AreaQuiet 1 BR, 3rd Floor. Appli-ances. $675/month. 2 MonthsSecurity and lease. No smoking.

No pets. (203) 269-9642WALLINGFORD Cute 2 BR Town-

house, end unit. Full bsmnt. WDhookup. Private entrance. Offstreet parking. Walk to school.$875/mo 2 mos sec + applica-tion fee. No pets. 203-284-0597

WWAALLLLIINNGGFFOORRDDSSIILLVVEERR PPOONNDD AAPPTTSS

Community for Seniors 62+.Efficiency Apts. $700. Heat,hot water & electric included.Ask us about 1 month ormore free. 203-265-2147.

WALLINGFORD- 2BR, 1st fl,MUST SEE! 5 rooms, bathroomEIK, HW fl, 2 porches, w/d hkup,off-st park. Heat, HW & trashpickup incl. $1300. 203-464-1847

WALLINGFORD. 1 BR, 2nd flr,clean & cheerful, w/d hookup,off st parking, walking distanceto downtown. No pets, nosmoking. $800 + sec. Call (203)265-1070

WALLINGFORD. Intown loca-tion, 2 BRs, 2nd flr, privateentrance. $825/mo. Call 203-269-9585.YALESVILLE 1 BR, 1st Floor

Appliances included. No pets.$600 per month + security.

(203) 284-9100 Mon-Fri 8am-4pm.

ROOMS FOR RENT

MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMSIncludes Heat, HW, Elec, Kit Priv.East Side. Off-st park. $125/wk.+ sec. Call 12-8pm 203-630-3823or www.Meridenrooms.com

APARTMENTSFOR RENT

MER. Furnished Apts. East SideIncl Heat, HW, Elec. 1 BR, 1st Fl,$845/mo+sec. 1BR, 2nd Fl $801/mo+sec. 203-630-3823 12pm-8pm or Meridenrooms.com

MERIDEN - 1 BEDROOMKitchen, Living Room.

$650 per month plus utilities. Call 203-980-6184

MERIDEN -2BR, 2nd Floor Refinished hardwood floors,Nice yard. Grove St. $775 +utilities. Section 8 approved.

203-265-4664

MERIDEN -WALLINGFORD LINELarge 2 BR Luxury Condo.

Laundry. No pets.$950 + utilities

Call 203-245-9493

MERIDEN 1 BR Apartments$750 - $800 + Security

Freshly painted. New Carpets.Secure bldg. W & D avail. Ampleparking. No pets. 203-376-1259

MERIDEN 1 BR Off-street park-ing. Wall to Wall carpets, appls,$785 Per Month. Heat & HWincluded. No pets. Sec & refsrequired. Call 203-238-7133

MERIDEN 1 BR, 1st Fl. Stove & Refrig. Off street parking.

No pets. No smoking.1 mo sec & refs. $745 per mo.

Call (203) 237-9074

MMEERRIIDDEENN 1, 2 & 3 BRs starting at$620. Sec & refs a must. Off stparking. No dogs. Section 8approved. Call 203-935-6612 or203-537-6137

MMEERRIIDDEENN 1023 Old Colony Rd.

11 && 22 BBRR AAvvaaiillaabblleeStarting at $650

Heat & HW incl. Off St. Parking.203-886-7016

MERIDEN 2 BR Ground floor aptw/large kitchen. WD hookup inapt. No utils, pets or smoking.1 year lease. Credit ck & refsrequired. Security & 1st month’srent. $750. 203-608-8348

MERIDEN 2 or 3 BR, 2nd Floor1 or 2 BR, 3rd Fl. Remodeled, Lg

Rms. Beautiful porches. Appls.WD Hkup. Off-st parking Sec 8Appr. No pets. 203 379-7817

MERIDEN Cook Avenue 1 BR. 2nd fl. Renovated.

New paint. $775 includes heat,hot water and electric.

(203) 265-4664

MERIDEN Cottage StreetUnique! 2 Floors, 2 Bedrooms.Off Street Parking. No pets.

$1000/month. Security. Call 203 715-5488

MERIDEN- West side, 1 BR, 2ndFL. Includes Heat, HW & Elec.Oak Flooring. Very Clean! $860/mo+sec 203-630-3823 12pm-8pm or Meridenrooms.com

MERIDEN-1BR, 3Rms, 1st fl,newly redecorated, W/D, porch& appls. Spacious & veryclean! Just move in. No pets.$700 + sec. Call 203-235-5353.

MERIDEN-3BR apts. 1st & 2ndflrs. Hdwd flrs. $950 & up. Nopets. Utils not incld. Section 8approved. Call 860-983-6336

MERIDEN. 3 BR, 1st flr, freshlypainted. stove, refrig, off stparking, private porch, privatelaundry rm with w/d hookups.$975/mo. (203) 687-2032

WANTED TO BUY

Always Buying All Contents ofEstates. Antique, old toys &

collectibles. furniture,costume jewelry, etc.

Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 S. Orchard St. Wallingford. 203-379-8731 or 203-284-3786

Open Mon.-Sat. 9am-5pm

ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAIDVintage Electronics, Amps, Musi-cal Instruments, Guitars, Radios,Ham Equipment, CB, HiFi, AudioEquipment. 860-707-9350

Always Buying, Old, used andantique handtools. Carpen-try, Machinist, Engravingand Workbench tools. If youhave old or used tools thatare no longer being used,call with confidence. Fair &friendly offers made in yourhome. Please call Cory

860-322-4367

CCAASSHHFFoorr WWWWII && WWWWIIII

MMiilliittaarryy IItteemmss220033--223388--33330088

DDEEEE’’SS AANNTTIIQQUUEESSBuying Collectibles,

Jewelry & Silver. China,Glass, Military, Musical.Anything old & unusual.

Single item to an estate.220033--223355--88443311

OLD BICYCLES Don’t throw away that old bike.

Hobbyman needs your help. Freepickup! Bikes will be recycled.Help save a bike! 203-494-9641

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT& INSTRUCTIONS

VVooiiccee LLeessssoonnssAll Ages and Levels Welcome

PPiiaannoo LLeessssoonnssBeginner to Intermediate

DDee FFiioorree VVooccaall && PPiiaannoo SSttuuddiiooRoberta (203) 630-9295

HOUSES FOR RENT

MERIDEN. Newly renovated 3BR, 1 1/2 bath house. Appli-ances included, $1500/mo. Nopets. Sec dep, last month,credit ck req. 203-715-7508.

CONDOMINIUMSFOR RENT

WALLINGFORD. Lge 3 BR, 11/2 bath condo, full bsmt withlaundry hookup, includes heat.$1400/mo. (203) 671-9309

APARTMENTSFOR RENT

FFllaannddeerrss WWeesstt AAppttssSSoouutthhiinnggttoonn

Studio & 1 Bedroom AptsAffordable Housing for quali-fied applicants 50 yrs of age orolder. Amenities Include: Com-puter Learning Center, TV/Games Lounge, Laundry Facili-ties, Off Street Parking, FreeBus Service to local shoppingctrs. On site: Resident Serv.Coord. Small Pets Accepted

Please call 860-621-3954 forinformation. TTY: 711

MISCELLANEOUSFOR SALE

KITCHEN SINKStainless Steel, Excellent Cond.

$99. Scott (860) 690-4081LONGABERGER

Tea Pot & Cookie Jar Blue $30 each. 203-269-8797

MOLDED GARDEN POND LINER$100

203-238-1610

PROFORM 390E ELLIPTI-CAL, I-pod hookup, boughtin 2010. Great condition.Asking $400. For info call203-530-6113

RADIAL ARM SAW10” Craftsman. Have Manuals &Extras. $95. (203) 235-2825

RIDING Mower, Simplicity, with38” deck, runs great, includesbagger and cart. $600.00 orbest offer. 2 celestion DJ bandspeakers, $100 for the pair.203.631.3052

ROCKWELL Drillpress: 11”, 750-4700rpm. $100

(203) 265-5321TORO Personal Pace G.T.S. 6 HP,

21” Walk Mower w/ Grass Bag.Runs & looks new. $100. Call203-915-2039 8am-6pm daily.

UNIV GYMWt Stack. Lat, Chest, Leg. etc.

Great. $100. 203-265-0031VINTAGE Budweiser Clock

Sun Shaped. $35203-599-5176

VINTAGE Fold-Up Record Player $30

203-599-5176VINTAGE Hitchcock Chair

Great Shape! $75 203-217-0710WATER SKIS

Wood. Adult. Excellent Cond.$25. 860-621-6023

WINE CABINET Solid wood1 Drawer, 4 shelves 3 Ft tall

$50. (203) 238-3250WOW! Quilt. Almost new. With

shams. Reversible. Pink oneside, purple other side. Silverdesk lamp. $25 or best offer.Call (203) 269-3517, leave mes-sage

SPORTING GOODS &HEALTH

C-1 Sports Canoe$195

(203) 284-1131

PROFORM 390E ELLIPTI-CAL, I-pod hookup, boughtin 2010. Great condition.Asking $400. For info call203-530-6113

ANTIQUES &COLLECTIBLES

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WANTED TO BUY

1, 2 OR 3 ITEMS OR AN ESTATE

$$$ CA$H $$$Estate sale service. Costume Jewelry, Antiques, paintings,

Meriden-made items, toys, lamps.CCaallll TToodddd SShhaammoocckk 220033--223377--33002255

1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass.

Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.

203-238-34992ND GENERATION

Buys anything Napier. Costumejewelry, old pocket watches &clocks, collectibles. One item toentire estates. 203 639-1002

PETS & LIVESTOCK

PURE German Shepherd pup-pies born June 11th. Ready forAugust 1st. Black and tan. Moth-er and Father both present. Theprice per puppy is $1,800 each.Contact FRANK cell # 203-537-6239 leave a message.

SSuummmmeerr PPrrooggrraammss && LLeessssoonnssRosehaven Stables, LLC

Meridenwww.rosehavenstables.com

203-238-1600

FURNITURE &APPLIANCES

AAFFFFOORRDDAABBLLEEWashers, Dryers,

Refrigerators and Stoves.

AApppplliiaannccee RReeppaaiirrssWill Deliver

220033--228844--88998866Couch Leather $1000, kitchen

Island $500. Treadmill, Elliptical$100ea. NordicTrac $50. Kayak$350. Two stools $25 each.

Pick up Plainville CT. Cash Only.Contact 508-423-3208

STOVE White WestinghouseSelf-Cleaning. Beige. 4 Burner.Very Clean and Works Great.$100. (203) 235-3337

MISCELLANEOUSFOR SALE

38” Round Rubbermaid Table White, with 4 chairs.$50 (203) 284-9709

4 FT FLEXIBLE FLYER SLED3 Ft Fleetwing Sled. Both Excel-lent Shape. $100. Antiquechest on Legs, With Hnadles,Mint. $60. (203) 634-4154

8 Vintage Hat BoxesAnd Some Hats - All $25

(203) 265-5920

AIR CONDITIONER Fedders. About 5000 BTU$25. Call 203-215-7121

BLACK & DECKER 18 ga nailerLike new. $25

(203) 265-1948

CANNON Gun & Security Safe30”W x 24” D x 60”H. Like brandnew, still on shipping pallet. 528lbs empty. Combination/Keyentry. $700 obo. 203 500-3872

CCHHRRIISSTTIIAANN LIBRARY Over 100 books, bibles &videos. Call 860-276-8606

For complete list and prices.

DOG CAGE With Pad. Up 40 lbs. Like New.

$25. 203-440-9504

FANCY Victorian OaK BeveledMirror 27x35. $90. AntiquePlanet Jr Hand Plow. Very Goodcond. $70. (203) 634-4154

FREE UTILITY TRAILERNeeds Work. Call 203 235-2733

Ask for Howard

HITACHI 55” Projection TV720P Upscale. $200

Mitsubishi 35” ConsoleIn Oak Cabinet. $200

Or Both for $300. (860) 395-4546

SUV’S

NNIISSSSAANN MMUURRAANNOO 22000077All Wheel Drive, 4 Door

Stock# 12-552ACall Nick The Hyundai Guy

((220033)) 881188--33330000

TTOOYYOOTTAA HHiigghhllaannddeerr 220000884 Wheel Drive, 4 Door Sport

Stock# 13-067ACall Nick The Hyundai Guy

((220033)) 881188--33330000

AUTOMOBILESWANTED

CASH for your Toyota, Honda orNissan. Any Condition! Run-ning or not! Will consider othermakes & models, motorcycles,ATV’s, etc. 203-600-4431

CAMPER & TRAILERS

1995 Four Winds Chateau MotorHome. 56900 miles. 29’. Sleeps6. Air cond. Furnace, Refridge,Stove, Microwave. All appli-ances work. Price includes towdolly and bike rack. V8 Fordchassis. $14000. Runs great!

860-621-4844

BOATS & MOTORS

JET SKI1999 Seadoo GSX Limited

Red and black 951CC. Comescomplete with new Karavantrailer. $2750 or best offer.

Call 203 715-6489 Leave Message

SUV’S

FORD Explorer 2002 SUV.6-cyl. Opt. 4-wheel dr. Gray,Moonroof. Front/rear air cond.Backup alarm. Leather interior.Alloy wheels. Tow kit. 125 KGood-VG $6200 203-238-1209(day & evening)

HHOONNDDAA PPIILLOOTT EEXX 2200003390K. 5 Speed, V6, AutomaticVery clean. Well Maintained.Stock #120226A $10,500

(203) 630-0088

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JJEEEEPP CCHHEERROOKKEEEE 220000664 Door Laredo, 4 WD, Auto

Stock# 12-851ACall Nick The Hyundai Guy

((220033)) 881188--33330000

CCAARRSS SSTTAARRTTIINNGG AATT $$119999 DDOOWWNN24 MONTH

24000 MILES WARRANTYLET US GIVE YOU A FRESH START

Tax, Title, Fees AdditionalApply Now BChevynow.com

Jack 1-866-879-1616

Stepping up to abigger bike?

Sell the smallerone with a

Marketplace ad.

22 The Plainville Citizen — Thursday, July 19, 2012

LANDSCAPING

BILL RUDOLPH LANDSCAPINGLandscape Design & Renova-

tions, Retaining Walls, Walk-ways, Patios, Drainage & Back-hoe Work. In Business 40 Yrs.Free Est, Reasonable Rates. Lic#563661. Call 203-237-9577.

CROSS ROADS SERVICES Hedge trimming, mulch, small

dumpsters. Lic. CT#553037Mike (203) 627-8750

GARY Wodatch Landscape Svs.Hedge/tree trim., trimming overgrown properties. Est 1985. Allcalls returned. #0620397. Office203-235-7723 cell 860-558-5430

HEDGE TRIMMINGRICK’S AFFORDABLE Clean-

Ups, Mulch, Brush, Pricker &Small Tree Removal. TrimHedges. Clean Gutters &Powerwash. Top Soil/Seed .

Junk Removal. 203-530-4447

IF YOU MENTION THIS ADSSPPRRIINNGG YYAARRDD CCLLEEAANN--UUPPSS

Brush, Branches, Leaves, wintermess...Make your yard shine!!

****JJUUNNKK RREEMMOOVVAALL****Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc

WWEE CCAANN RREEMMOOVVEE AANNYYTTHHIINNGGEntire house to 1 item removed!

CCAALLLL FFOORR FFRREEEE EESSTTIIMMAATTEESS220033--553355--99881177 oorr 886600--557755--88221188

JT’S LANDSCAPING, LLCTop Quality Work. Full Lawn

Maintenance. Pruning, hedgetrimming. Free est today! Lic& ins. 203-213-6528 #616311

NJR Landscaping. Mowinggrass, start at $35. Call Rafal(860) 719-5448, please leavemessage.

TTRREEEE PPRROOBBLLEEMMSS??Broken limbs, hangers, we spe-cialize in difficult takedowns.Professional climbers, Fullylicensed & Ins. Call for yourfree quote. Ask for Jimmy.Accelerated Landscaping, Inc.Celebrating our 25th Yr in busi-ness. Veteran & Senior dis-counts. Calll 860-982-4819.

WE WEED GARDENSNORM THE GARDENER

(203) 265-1460

YARD Clean Ups Mowing, hedgetrimming, brush, shrub & treeremoval. Dump Runs. JunkRemoval. Don 203-235-1318

MASONRY

JIMMY’S MASONRYStonewalls, steps, patios, chim-

neys, all types. Lic. & Ins’d. 27 yrsexp. Call for free est. 860-274-4893 CT. Reg. #604498

MARIO’S Masonry. All types ofmasonry and repair work. Nojob too small. Over 20 yearsexp. Fully lic & ins. 0614297.203-565-5904 or 203-271-7917

HOUSE CLEANING

POLISH/ENGLISH speakingwoman to clean house w/care.3rd cleaning 50% off. Ins &bonded. Refs. 860-538-4885

YOUR Home will be sparklingclean. Free estimates. Goodreferences. Ins. More than 10yrs exp. (203) 802-1551

JUNK REMOVAL

EL GUAPO’S JUNK REMOVAL Small Electrical Jobs Welcome

CT #E10194715. Insured203-440-0239 or 860-324-0874

HAVE DUMP TRUCK- Willcarry out junk, debris, furni-ture, appliances, etc. We TakeIt All! Free Estimates. Call Ed.

JUNK REMOVAL & MORE!We remove Furniture, Appliances,

AAnndd EEnnttiirree ccoonntteennttss ooff::Homes*Sheds* Estates* Attics,Basements *Garages, & more.

****SSpprriinngg YYaarrdd CClleeaann--uuppss..****Call for a Free Estimate

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Pete In The PickupJunk Removal

No Job too Big/Small We Do it All203-886-5110

KITCHEN & BATHREMODELING

Give Your BathroomA New Look!

Partials or full, handicapupgrades, convert tubs

into shower units.CTHandiMan.com

1-800-890-8638

Siding, Roofing, Windows,Decks, Sunrms, Additions

203-237-0350CT Reg. #516790

ELDERLY CARE

RESPONSIBLE, RELIABLE POL-ISH WOMAN will care for theelderly in their home. Experi-enced for more than 10 yrs car-ing for people with spinal cordinjury, Alzheimer’s, heart dis-ease. Excellent references.Flexible hours. 860-803-2161

EXCAVATING

GRADING, Drainage, Founda-tions, Trucking, Retaining Walls,Pavers, Water/Sewer/Septic. Lic.#1682. Cariati Developers, Inc.203-238-9846 MC/Visa Accepted

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

GUTTER CLEANINGSeamless Gutters

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ATTIC & BASEMENTSCLEANED

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CARPENTRY

MR. HANDYHome Improvement & Repairs.

No Job Too Small. CT Reg #624078

Call Larry (860) 877-5678

REPAIRS Large or Small. Stairs,railing, interior, exterior, entrydoor & window replacementdone by owner. Also provideaddition, finish bsmnt, decks &complete home improvements.Free est. 203-238-1449 #578107www.marceljcharpentier.com

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DECKS

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CUSTOM DECKS for your familyAlso do Roofing, Siding & Gutters

Accepting all credit cards CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

ELECTRICAL SERVICE

AALLLL PRO ELECTRICAL SERVICESElectrical installation & repair.

No job too small. Fully Lic &insured. Call 860-345-4545.

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

24 hr. Emergency Service SMALL JOBS WELCOME

203-237-2122

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Central Connecticut SeniorHealth Services is seeking afull-time Director of Rehabilita-tion and Specialized ProgramDevelopment who is fully dedi-cated to quality outcomes.The Director oversees thesub-acute and short-term reha-bilitation team at SouthingtonCare Center, an award-winningskilled nursing and short-termrehab facility. In addition tooperational oversight, this roleis responsible for building newprograms for disease manage-ment, traditional and alterna-tive therapies, outpatient serv-ices and systems to supportthese initiatives. Minimum requirements includea Bachelor’s Degree in PT, OTor a related field; 3-5 yearsmanagement experience andstrong knowledge of RUGS andoutpatient reimbursement sys-tems.

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DRIVERP/T for Senior Center Mini Bus.

Must have current CDL.Applications now being accepted.

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203-265-7753

DRIVER/WAREHOUSE Positionopen at Meriden Feed. Heavylifting, experience w/standard20 foot box trucks & good driv-ing record a must. 40 hrs/wk,$10/hr. Benefits. Call Charlie203-237-4414 for appointment

DRIVERS. Recession proof. Nolayoffs. New Pay Package &Awesome Benefit’s Sign OnBonus. Newer Trucks. Local/Regional. CDL-A, 3yrs Exp. 800-397-1813

HELP WANTED

AdvertisingSales

RepresentativeRecord-Journal Publish-ing Company’s ClassifiedDepartment is seeking anAdvertising Sales Repre-sentative who is ready toachieve success. Yourresponsibilities willinclude taking classifiedads and making outboundsales calls.

The successful candidatemust possess a reliablevehicle, good oral andwritten communicationskills, type at least45wpm, be well organ-ized, and have excellentfollow-through skills.Telemarketing experienceis preferred, but we willtrain the right candidate.

Please email resume to:

kboath@record-journal.com

BusinessDevelopment

SalesRepresentativeThe Record-Journal is looking

for an energetic, creative,forward thinking individualto work full time to helpdevelop print & digitaladvertising.

You will provide:*Demonstrated sales experi-

ence with a history ofattaining goals

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We will provide:*Team Atmosphere with

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WALLINGFORD Garages/Stor-age Units. Gated Property. Var-ious sizes available. Please callfor pricing. 203-430-6078.

HOUSES FOR SALE

WALLINGFORD- $155,000. 2BR, 1 bath, newer appliances,large LR, eat in countrykitchen, end of a cul-de-sac,level back yard, alternative tocondo living. Call Al Criscuolo203-265-5618

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MERIDEN 26 Ione Dr. 3 bed., 2baths. RR. Updated kitchen.Fully applianced. Finished base-ment. C/A. deck, flat lot, nicelylandscaped. Move-in condition.$210,000 203-630-1285

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SIDING

J. HALL CONSTRUCTION Roofing, Siding, Decks,Windows, Remodeling,

Additions. No Job Too SmallFully Licensed And Insured

Contact Jeremy 203-537-2534 Reg#0575625

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TOP SOILSAND & FILL

BEAUTIFUL FARM FRESHScreened Top Soil. Fill, Sand &Stone, Mulch. Picked up ordelivered. No minimum. CariatiDevelopers, Inc. 203-238-9846

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TREE SERVICES

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LAVIGNE’S TREE SERVICE

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PRICKER REMOVALRICK’S AFFORDABLE

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ROOFING

ROOFING, Siding, Decks, GuttersLifetime Warranties Available

Accepting all credit cards.CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

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SERVICES OFFERED

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

24 hr. Emergency Service SMALL JOBS WELCOME

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Additions. No Job Too SmallFully Licensed And Insured

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MASONRY

MNA SERVICES CHIMNEYand MASONRY work. Repair,relining & const. Waterproof-ing. Inspections. Fully ins. &lic. #0674024. FREE esti-mates. SENIOR DISCOUNTS.

(203)714-7143 Or Cell (203)600-9439

O & E Masonry. Chimney repair,brick, stone, pavers, etc. Local-ly owned & operated. CT Reg#0611774. (203) 802-0446

PAUL’S MASONRYNew & Repairs. Stone walls,arches, chimneys, sidewalks,fireplaces. Free est. #614863.

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W. BOOBER MASONRY25 yrs exp in all types of masonry

CT Reg # 0626708Call 203-235-4139

PAINTING/WALLPAPERING

A+ PAINTING - Professional,quality work. Low rates. Freeestimates. No job too small.Anthony 203-814-7661 CT631687

LL && EE PPAAIINNTTIINNGG.. Professionaland Affordable. Lic & ins. CallTrevor 203-938-3789. CT Reg#623250. www.landeprop.com.

PPAAIINNTTIINNGG SSPPEECCIIAALLSS StartingExt House $599. Powerwashing$199. Decks Stained $299 Apts$299, Popcorn Ceilings $119.203-824-0446. Lic 569864

PAVING

DD && GG PPAAVVIINNGGOver 25 yrs exp. Paving, seal

coating, concrete work. CTReg#0577005. 203-237-6058

PLUMBING

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

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POWER WASHING

HHOOUUSSEEWWAASSHH/Pressure WashingDeck Restoration & Refinishing

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MEDICALMEDICALCAREERSCAREERS

HELP WANTED

DRIVER Wanted, CDL requiredwith paving experience. Goodpay. Please call (203) 284-1501

PPRROOGGRRAAMM IINNSSTTRRUUCCTTOORRDevelopmental disabilities day/

res services. FT/PT all shifts.Meriden to Milford.

E-mail resume to acordemployment@

sbcglobal.net or fax to 203-269-1980

ACORD, Inc. EOE

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school bus company is look-ing for the industries BBEESSTTSchool Bus Drivers for ourMiddletown and Durhamlocations. If you currentlyhave a valid CDL-PS we arelooking for you! CDL is not amust. We will provide all ofthe free training you willneed to be successful! Signon bonus offered to CDL-PSdrivers only that apply in July!At DATTCO you can bringyour children to work withyou! Call DATTCO today860-635-8234 ext 5600 orapply online!

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DATTCO is an AffirmativeAction/Equal Opportunity

Employer

STYLIST/Barber with experi-ence with clipper cutting. Mustbe reliable, clientele preferredbut not necessary, 3-4 days/week. Call 203-213-2498

TELEPHONE SALES-Non-profitorganization has evening shifts5:30-8:30 & Sat 10-1 availablefor residential calling to sponsoreducation & community serviceevents year-round. Salary plusbonus. Call 203-269-5138

UTILITY Position P/T positionavail. in a fast paced hardware/equipment store. Responsibil-ities to include: stocking,receiving, cleaning, lifting andsome customer service. Applyin person @ Superior Equipment& Supplies 1403 Meriden-Water-bury Road, Milldale, or email

posullivan@superiornetwork.com EOE

HELP WANTED

KENNEL ASSISTANT PTIncludes Nights & Weekends.Need CT driv. lic. Apply in per-son. Animal Haven, 89 MillRoad, North Haven.

KITCHEN Help Busy BanquetHall, Rt 5, Meriden. Food prep,pot/dishwasher, clean-up, etc.Min 35+ hrs/wk. Weekends,nights. Own transportation.Si parla Italiano. 203 265-3553

LPN, 11-7, full time, 32 hours.Includes benefits, every otherwknd, assisted living or longterm care experience required.CNA shifts available, fulltime/part time. Mulberry Gar-dens of Southington, 58 Mul-berry St, Plantsville, CT 06479.Fax: 860-378-1024. EOE.

MACHINE OPERATOR 2nd shift.F/T. Must have good mechanicalbackground. Full benefits.Must be able to pass preemployment drug test.

Apply at Northeastern Shaped Wire

411 North Main Street Southington, CT

OFFICE ASSISTANTNortheast Quality Service PT

Duties Include;A/P, Data Entry, Filing,

Receiving, Answering Phones, Computer work, etc.

Call Ralph - 860-632-7242

OPTICIAN/OPTICAL SALESGreat hrs and Competitive Pay,High energy and experienced.Call Ali 203-494-7866

OUTSIDE Sales Rep To bring innew business and handle est.accts. PT, must have excellentpeople and customer serviceskills. Base salary plus comm. Send resume, cover letter, and

salary requirementsskeeney@cheshireherald.com

to apply. Indicate Sales in subject line.

PARALEGAL. Opportunity forexp’d independent real estateparalegal. Inquire by email to:cctrealestateclosing-now@yahoo.com

PPOOLLIICCEE OOFFFFIICCEERRThe Wallingford PoliceDepartment is seeking quali-fied applicants for PoliceOfficer. $1,090.40 weeklyplus an excellent fringe ben-efit package. The initial examphases consist of physicalperformance, written andoral exams. Other require-ments for Police Officer canbe obtained with the applica-tion materials at the follow-ing locations: PersonnelDepartment, Town of Walling-ford, 45 South Main Street,Wallingford, CT 06492;Wallingford Police Depart-ment, 135 North Main Street,Wallingford, CT 06492; SouthCentral Criminal JusticeAdministration, 675 StateStreet, New Haven, CT 06511.

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PROFESSIONAL Organizationseeking part-time employee tohandle all administrative officefunctions. Skills to includeMicrosoft word and excel.Quickbooks experience a plus.Send resume to P.O. Box 916,Cheshire, CT 06410

HELP WANTED

EEddiittoorrThe Record-Journal’sweekly news departmenthas an opening for an indi-vidual to oversee day-to-day news operations forThe Berlin Citizen. Thisincludes all aspects ofnews gathering for a week-ly publication and website:reporting, photography,social media as well asinteraction with the Berlincommunity.

Requirements includeexperience as a communityreporter and the following:management and editingskills; strong organizationalskills; ability to identify andcreate new content for thepaper and website; alongwith willingness to interactwith the community, marketThe Berlin Citizen andbecome the local face ofthe newspaper and web-site.

This is a 32-hour a weekposition.

Send resume and writingsamples with cover letter,by July 13, to the weekliesnews editor at

olawrence@theberlincitizen.com

HHUUMMAANN RREESSOOUURRCCEE RREECCRRUUIITTEERRNon-Profit agency has an imme-

diate opening for a HumanResource Recruiter. P/T (15 hrswk). Associate Degree and/or3-5 years experience in hiring,personnel duties, computerskills in Word, Excel, and Inter-net/Web is required.

E-mail resume to acordemployment@

sbcglobal.net or fax to 203-269-1980

ACORD, Inc. EOE

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Assistant Network Administrator

Seeking a highly qualifiedcandidate to provide assis-tance in the design, plan-ning, implementation andmaintenance of (LAN/WAN)systems in offices andremote locations. Requires aBachelor’s degree in comput-er science or a related fieldplus 3 years of experience inall phases of informationtechnology processing, with2 years of such experience inthe administration of LAN/WAN systems and mainte-nance, or an equivalent com-bination of education andexperience substituting ona year-for-year basis.Experience working in thecurrent and 1 previous ver-sion of Windows Server,and Linux environments isdesirable. Must possess andmaintain a current and validMicrosoft Certified Infor-mation Technology Profes-sional (MCITP) certificationor equivalent. AA ccooppyy ooff tthheerreeqquuiirreedd cceerrttiiffiiccaattiioonn mmuussttbbee ssuubbmmiitttteedd wwiitthh tthheeaapppplliiccaattiioonn oorr rreessuummee.. Mustpossess and maintain avalid State of ConnecticutMotor Vehicle Operator’sLicense. Salary $56,432 -$72,210 plus an excellentfringe benefit package.

Apply to: Personnel Department

Town of Wallingford45 South Main St.Wallingford, CT

Phone: (203) 294-2080Fax: (203) 294-2084

The closing date will beJuly 30, 2012 or the date the50th application is received,whichever occurs first. EOE

MEDICAL ASSISTANT, 30 hrplus for internal medicineoffice in Cheshire. Work everyother Sat. Please send resumeto: Medical Care Center ofCheshire, 430 Highland Ave,Cheshire, 06410.

MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST FTNeeded for busy pediatric office.

Experience preferred.Must be able to multi-task.

Fax resume to: 203-265-3321

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793-1111 or 793-0800Coupons cannot be combined with any other offer. Exp 12/30/12

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Piz

za 7

793-1111 or 793-0800Coupons cannot be combined with any other offer. Exp 12/30/12

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Piz

za 8

793-1111 or 793-0800

Large Pizza,1 Topping, 16 Wings

$17.99 + tax

Coupons cannot be combined with any other offer. Exp 12/30/12

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Piz

za 9

793-1111 or 793-0800

2 X-Large Pizzas,1 Topping Each$22.95 + tax

Coupons cannot be combined with any other offer. Exp 12/30/12

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Piz

za 10

793-1111 or 793-0800

$18.99 + tax

2 Large Cheese PizzasCoupons cannot be combined with any other offer. Exp 12/30/12

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Piz

za 11

793-1111 or 793-0800

$19.99 + tax

2 Large 1 Topping PizzasCoupons cannot be combined with any other offer. Exp 12/30/12

Appetizers • SaladsSeafood Platters

Dinners • Kids Meal

2 Medium Pizzas1 Topping Each$16.99 + tax

Buy 313” Grinders, Get 1

FREE Excludes Any Combo,Veal or Steak

12” Grinder Special$5.99 Pick-up Only

(Not valid on Roast Beef, Grilled Chicken or Steak)