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settles Renovation or construction? Town with Mongeon Thursday, July 25, 2019
Deciding the future of K-2 schools
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Company to pay $62.5K over seawall By AVALON ASHLEY
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years.” Employees in blue company t-shirts with “100 Years” emblazoned on the front laughed in response. Even though Hazelett is at the forefront of twin-belt casting and a global giant in manufacturing, the company is still fourth generation family-owned. Clarence W. Hazelett, founder and grandfather to the current company president, first dipped his toe into the world of continuous metal casting in 1919. Over the years, he designed and engineered casting
ongeon Bay Properties will pay the town $62,500 as part of an out-of-court settlement regarding alleged violations of town ordinances. While Mongeovn Bay must also make some landscaping changes as part of the settlement, the company does not have to alter what remains at the heart of tensions—a controversial new seawall. According to Deputy Town Manager Geoffrey Urbanik, the source of conflict began with Mongeon Bay’s construction of a seawall, the designs for which were originally agreed upon with town officials. When the designs were carried out, however, they deviated from approved plans. The town determined Mongeon Bay had violated its permit, which the company appealed to the state environmental court. In an effort to avoid a trial, the court ordered mediation, meaning that representatives from Mongeon and the town had to negotiate an settlement. Urbanik also noted that the environmental court “does not have a firm track record of firm or large penalties,” meaning that, while the town may have had a strong case against Mongeon Bay, the real question would’ve been whether or not it was worth it. “We felt that the monetary penalty was probably as far as we would get,” Urbanik told the Sun. “There was more than two days of face to face negotiations. We aired our grievances.” This latest settlement is not Mongeon Bay’s first run-in with the court. Two years ago, the Supreme Court ruled that Mongeon Bay had the right to break leases and evict 25 people from their homes, in a bruising case between Mongeon Bay and the Malletts Bay Homeowners Association—the former residents of it’s West Lakeshore Drive properties. According to previous reporting by the Sun, each former resident held the deed to their home but not the ground on which it was built.
> See HAZELETT on page 9
> See BAY on page 14
AVALON ASHLEY, Sun Staff Union Memorial School, along with Porters Point School, is in need of more space to acoomodate students and staff. The school board will be examining solutions as part of a long-term facilities plan.
By AVALON ASHLEY
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s concern grows over the aging buildings that house Porters Point (PPS) and Union Memorial School (UMS), the Colchester school board faces a weighty decision: renovate existing buildings or construct a new school. While PPS and UMS teach some of the town’s youngest learners—kindergarten through second grade—both school buildings are over sixty years old. Cramped classrooms, often shared between teachers, and a cafeteria that functions as a multipurpose room stifle both teachers and students, according to Colchester Superintendent Amy Minor. The school board has been brainstorming possible solutions to these issues for years as part of a long-
term facilities plan. While they are still researching a solution, the board has whittled the pool of possibilities down to two. “No major renovations have been done on PPS or UMS since they were built. They have the biggest need,” explained Minor. As far as building structure, layout, and size go, both schools are severely out of date. “The buildings are not built for these size classrooms. It limits our ability to apply the best education to our youngest learners,” she said. In the first option the board is exploring, both school buildings would be fully renovated and expanded to accommodate the current students, as well as the town’s early education program, which would relocate from Malletts Bay School (MBS) to PPS and UMS. Gyms
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Hazelett celebrates 100 years By AVALON ASHLEY
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azelett Corporation, a pioneer in the world of continuous metal casting, celebrated 100 years last Thursday. Governor Phil Scott spoke in honor of the Colchester-based company’s milestone birthday, noting the importance of businesses like Hazelett to lead Vermont’s economy forward. “They feed you like this every day?” the Governor said as he walked up to a podium in front of the Hazelett gathering. “No wonder you’ve been in business for 100
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Thursday, July 25, 2019
UPBEAT NEWS
5K run to fight colon cancer returns
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he Get Your Rear in Gear - Colchester 5K event will return for its 11th year on Aug. 11. The walk/run brings together more than 200 participants, including colorectal cancer survivors and caregivers, to raise awareness about colon cancer and encourage screening. According to the Colon Cancer Coalition, 1 in 23 Americans will be diagnosed with colon cancer during their lifetime, and 51% of adults 50-54 have not been screened. The race is planned locally with help from the Colon Cancer Coalition. At the event, participants and supporters can stroll the ‘Blue Mile’ to see tributes to those lost and messages honoring survivors of colon and rectal cancer. Money raised through the event helps build and fund programs aimed
at increasing screening for colorectal cancer and to provide support for patients living with the disease. Funds from Get Your Rear in Gear allows the Cancer Patient Support Foundation (CPSF) to assist local families in treatment. CPSF provides emergency financial assistance for local cancer patients and their families. “This fund helps patients access treatment by removing barriers such as the cost of transportation, childcare, prescriptions, and medical costs not covered by insurance.” said Sarah Lemnah, CPSF executive director. “Funds are used to help families meet their basic needs, such as food, housing, and utilities.” The timed 5K run begins at 10 a.m., followed immediately by the 5K walk. The 5K route starts and ends at Colchester High School.
Academic Achievement Hannah Rogers won the Philipp H. Lohman Award at the University of Vermont’s College of Arts and Sciences Awards Ceremony for outstanding achievement as an economics major. Anthony Park was named to Bryant University President’s List for the spring 2019 semester.
Margaret McNeil received a Bachelor of Arts, education studies and elementary education, from Saint Anslem’s College. Emerson Prager received a Bachelor of Arts, international studies, from Centre College. Mario Carmona received an Associate of Science in Nursing from Vermont Technical College. Aric Donerkielm received an Associate of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Vermont Technical College. Micaela Kirk received an Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene from Vermont Technical College. Brian Masson received an Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology from Vermont Technical College. Lee Perreault received an Associate of Science in Nursing from Vermont Technical College. Kristina Shields received an Associate of Science in Nursing from Vermont Technical College. Courtney Shortsleeve received an Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology from Vermont Technical College.
Kyle Walker was named to Bryant University President’s List for the spring 2019 semester. Jennifer McNall was named to the Bryant University Dean’s List for the spring 2019 semester. Fareed Mohammed Nawabi was named to the Norwich University Dean’s List for the spring 2019 semester. Erica Hope Terwilliger was named to the Norwich University Dean’s List for the spring 2019 semester. Curtis Lehouiller was named to the Merrimack College Dean’s List for the spring 2019 semester. Briauna Abbott was named to the Community College of Vermont Dean’s List for the spring 2019 semester. Chrystal Appia was named to the Community College of Vermont Dean’s List for the spring 2019 semester. Justin Bouchard was named to the Community College of Vermont Dean’s List for the spring 2019 semester. Jennifer Carp was named to the Community College of Vermont Dean’s List for the spring 2019 semester.
Thursday, July 25, 2019
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Brassard arrested for DUI By SUN STAFF
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Colchester woman has been charged with allegedly driving under the influence of drugs. VSP arrested forty-year-old Marissa Brassard on Saturday during a patrol of the I-89 safety corridor near the Winooski River bridge. The Williston Trooper stopped Brassard’s vehicle on the grounds of a moving violation but after investigation, the Trooper reportedly determined that Brassard had been driving under the influence of drugs. She was arrested without incident and transported to the Williston Barracks for processing. Brassard was released from Williston with a citation to appear in Chittenden County Superior Court on Aug. 6 to answer the DUI charge.
Police charge driver with fifth DUI after pursuit S
T. ALBANS — The St. Albans Police Dept. arrested an allegedly drunk driver whose license is suspended for life after several previous DUI convictions. Police arrested 48-year-old Bernard Wells, of Colchester, Tuesday evening. Police charged Wells with DUI #5, eluding a law officer, grossly negligent vehicle operation, leaving the scene of an accident, unlawful restraint and driving with a criminally suspended license. Police responded to South Main Street for a reportedly intoxicated driver around 7:15 p.m., according to an SAPD press release. According to the same, officers found the vehicle in question near Mill River Road in Georgia. When officers attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver sped away. Police pursued the vehicle until it crashed on Robert Newton Road, also in Georgia. The vehicle’s driver, later identified as Wells, then led police on a foot chase, which culminated in his arrest. Wells had a passenger in his vehicle, who told police Wells refused to stop and let her out, according to the SAPD press statement. Police transported Wells to the Northwest State Correctional Facility and lodged him there on $5,000 bail. He was due for arraignment on these charges in Franklin County Criminal Court Wednesday.
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Thursday, July 25, 2019
Parks & recreation
a splendid summer in colchester!
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olchester is the place to be this summer! Residents and visitors alike will find plenty to enjoy in the coming weeks, and Parks and Recreation is here to ensure you have the best experience in our public parks and beaches. Over the past few weeks, the Bayside area has been simply buzzing with energetic campers making the most of summer break. JRX, Explorer, and Xtreme Camps are general day camps that serve campers ages four through those entering seventh grade. Their days are jam-packed with games, arts and crafts, enrichment activities, and daily visits to Bayside Beach. Many campers are also enrolled in swimming lessons, receiving instruction from Bayside Waterfront staff on water safety and proper swimming technique. Enrichment activities included visits with firefighters and fire trucks from St. Michael’s College Fire and Rescue and Colchester Center Volunteer Fire Company, and a helicopter visit with a pilot from Mansfield Heliflight! Many campers have also enjoyed specialty camps this summer. These camps are similar to Explorer Camps but include activities and crafts to match themes such as: mermaids, superheroes, STEM activities, unicorns and fairies, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Disney, and so much more! Some campers even got to travel to some of Vermont’s most popular hiking and water hole destinations to climb, swim, fish, and mountain bike in our Junior Ranger Camp, Water Hole Adventure Camp, Woods-Water-Wildlife Camp, Splash N’ Gears, and Fishing Camp. It is great to be a kid in Colchester! But it’s great to be an adult in Colchester too! Sign up for tennis lessons and adult SUP group lessons, or check out our partnership with WND & WVS to offer intro to windsurfing lessons. Both of our Sunset SUP & Sip events were so popular that they sold out! Events like the Colchester Summer Concert Series and the Colchester Triathlon are also great ways to enjoy the natural beauty of the Bayside area. With the Colchester Triathlon only days away, we’ll soon be welcoming hundreds of athletes and spectators for a Sunday morning of swimming, paddling, biking, and running. This year marks 35 years of this Colchester tradition, so be sure to come out to celebrate and cheer on the athletes. The race begins at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 28. Please be aware of increased traffic in the Blakely Road/Lakeshore Drive/Bayside Park area on that morning. Lower Bayside will be set up with fencing for the beach and transition zone during the weekend. Residents will still have access to the beach but should be mindful of the fencing and lane markers. Did you know that the Colchester Triathlon also serves as the Vermont Senior Games Triathlon? A couple years ago, Colchester partnered with the Vermont Senior Games Association to offer athletes 50 and over the opportunity to dual-register and compete as a Senior Games athlete, and even qualify at the national level during even-numbered years. This partnership has worked out great and helped us to offer expanded options for older adults in our community and beyond. Another great opportunity for older adults has been the introduction of Walk With Ease. The National Parks and Recreation Association awarded Colchester Parks & Recreation Department with a grant earlier this year to train instructors in Walk With Ease, a program developed by the Arthritis Foundation to get people out and exercising through stretching and walking. The program is especially helpful for those that are experiencing chronic pain due to arthritis, fibromyalgia, and similar conditions. But it is
COURTESY COLCHESTER PARKS & RECREATION Stand up paddleboarders on Lake Champlain. SUPs are available for rent, plus there are special SUP yoga events. not exclusive, so if you are looking for a way to exercise and be social, join our program! We meet three times a week for instructor-led classes and a short period of walking, with plenty of resources to take home and continue your exercise journey. New sessions will begin in the fall. Speaking of fall… Be on the lookout for our Fall 2019 Activity Guide near the end of August. A wide variety of programs will be offered for all ages. Of course, we are always looking for new ideas, so if there is something you’d like to learn, try, or play, let us know! Or if you are interested in instructing a program, call our office at (802) 264-5640 to speak with a Program Coordinator and make it happen. As August approaches, we hope you’ll join us for a couple more concerts at Bayside, and at our Movies in the Park events on Friday nights! To learn more about Colchester Parks & Recreation’s projects, programs, and events, visit us on the web at http://colchestervt.gov/recreation and check us out on social media: we’re on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat @ColchesterRec.
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Thursday, July 25, 2019
Bike ferry closure BURNHAM MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOK REVIEWS to coincide with causeway repairs Shout
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he Island Line Bike Ferry operator, Local Motion, announces that the 2019 season will end on September 2. This coincides with the Town of Colchester’s plans to close the Colchester Causeway on September 3 for repair work that is scheduled for completion by the summer of 2020. Local Motion stresses that the bike ferry is currently running its full summer schedule, seven days a week, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and will continue to do so through the Labor Day weekend. Residents and tourists alike visit the Causeway year-round with the use of the iconic destination peaking during the summer months. This summer, Bike Ferry traffic is on pace to meet or exceed recent record-breaking passengers counts of 16,000 passengers illustrating, in part, just how critical theColchester Causeway is as a recreational resource for the region. “Local Motion is grateful for the dedication and the hard work by Colchester officials to ensure that this important public asset is available for years to come `by identifying and allocating the resources necessary to substantially and sustainably fix it. This shows a genuine commitment to not just the biking and walking public, but to the importance of outdoor recreation to our local and state economies,” stated Karen Yacos, Local Motion Executive Director.
by Laurie Halse Anderson –Young Adult Biography, 2019 Reviewed by Kelsey Psaute, Young Adult Services
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uthor of the novel in verse that changed Young Adult literature forever, Anderson’s memoir in verse is not for the faint of heart. As she tackles her own stories of assault, Anderson envelops the reader in a blanket of anger, shame, and calls to action. Her verse is deceptively easy to read flowing over the page as though one cannot and will not stop reading. As she rages about the unchanged horror of rape culture in our society, Anderson does not relent in her pursuit of justice, identification, and understanding in the heart of her reader.
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The Colors of All the Cattle by Alexander McCall Smith – Adult FIction, 2018 Reviewed by Susan Gamberg, Youth Services
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n the 19th book of The No.1 Ladies Detective Agency series, Precious Ramotswe finds herself reluctantly running for the Gaborone City Council. Her friend Mma Potokwane hints that it is her duty to stop the building of the proposed Big Fun Hotel to be built next to a graveyard and to further encourage Precious to run she tells her that her opponent is Violet Sephotho the nemesis of Mma Makutsi the partner of the detective agency. Precious must also deal with a new case involving a hit and run accident, the victim an old friend of her late father. Charlie a part-time and unproved addition to the agency is trying to impress a new girlfriend by helping to solve the case. All of these issues make Precious uneasy as she tries to figure how to handle each one and at the same time be compassionate. Lovely series, gentle rhythm.
CONSTRUCTION CORNER West Lakeshore Drive Bike Path Project ver the next two weeks, work will continue to complete the excavation to Prim Road, fine grading of the gravel base, replacement of driveway aprons, and the restoration of lawn areas. Depending upon the progress of these activities, the remaining paving work on the path may begin.
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hercuLes Drive Drainage cuLvert rePLacement he week of July 29th the Town will begin construction work on Hercules Drive. This project will involve replacing culverts underneath Hercules Drive approximately 500 feet from the intersection of Hercules and Roosevelt highway, and is expected to take 3-4 weeks to complete depending on weather conditions. These projects are expected to create minor disruptions to traffic. Motorists should expect delays and seek alternate routes if possible. Oneway traffic will be maintained at all times and traffic control personnel will be on site to safely guide motorists through the work areas.
T PHOTO COURTESY MALLETTS BAY BOAT CLUB The Malletts Bay Boat Club hosted the annual Lake Champlain Race last weekend. The fastest boat finished in about 14 1/2 hours, elapsed time; the slowest finished in over 20 hours. The annual race allows crews to race overnight, usually finishing the next morning. Starting at Stave Island, the race covers about 60 miles going north, south, and back. Boats of different sizes and handicap ratings were invited to compete.
severance roaD e will be performing spot pavement repairs for the entire length of Severance Rd late week/beginning of next week.
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editorial
Colchester Sun
UpHolding repUblican valUes among divisive tweets
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lissfully gliding across the open range of western Colorado on motorcycles with my wife and several good friends, we stopped for a break at a small town gas station. A television was on and a story appeared about President Donald Trump’s recent tweet about four certain Congresswomen. It was the first I’d heard of it. As I pondered the President’s latest self-imposed public relations nightmare I knew it was only a matter of time before my phone was ringing. As Senate Minority Leader the responsibility of responding to such things comes with the territory. Initially I hoped he had simply goofed trying to say something. As a politician, I am fully aware that statements can easily be taken out of context. Some partisan reporters are too tempted to spin quotations in order to appeal to a certain media genre. As a lawyer trained to see and argue both sides of every dispute, I do my best to avoid becoming an expert based solely on a social media post or headline. So I checked the full tweet to make sure I had the actual text. And then the President doubled down on his remarks in a subsequent speech. It was impossible to dismiss these remarks as a mistake or words taken out of context. They were simply deplorable. Even more disturbing was the apparent joyful approval being
demonstrated by some in his audience. The four targeted Congresswomen are by no means guiltless in the ridiculous rancor coming from Washington, but they are not in my party. As a Republican, my concern starts with how a neutral observer perceives the party I belong to. I wondered how the President’s words would affect those of us still determined to call ourselves Republicans. And make no mistake, I remain a Republican. I believe in the wisdom of following our federal and state constitutions. I believe in a fiscally responsible government. I don’t believe government is the answer to all problems. I stand by a famous Democratic American’s observation that citizens should “ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.” America and Vermont cannot afford to lose these ideals simply because the party’s highest elected official repeatedly ignites controversy with an unexplainable addiction to divisive tweets. Unfortunately, silence in the face of such remarks can fairly be interpreted as party agreement, noisily drowning out the public’s willingness to consider those ideals under the weight of repeated controversy. Silence is not part of my DNA in the face of such deplorable remarks. No Republican will find success
defending them. They appeal to a small but vocal minority who relish putting others down. Some of them will label me a “RINO” (Republican In Name Only) for taking a stand, but it is the party that suffers when its leaders engage in behaviors that would have earned members of my generation a whooping growing up. I cling to the belief that there are still those committed to Republican ideals that remember Lincoln’s belief in our better angels. For our party to survive and thrive, we Republicans must insist our leaders demonstrate civility and act with integrity, even when countered by those who don’t. That’s not cowardice; that’s strength that brings admiration. The vast majority of Americans, especially those from Vermont, yearn for that from all elected officials. It is ironic that these words are being typed fifty years after America’s moon landing united us and the world as never before. Our country’s current polarization does nothing to promote America internally or abroad. Do we still have it in us to disagree with civility and integrity? I will strive for that goal as long as the citizens of my district honor me with the right to represent them. Sen. Joe Benning, R - Caledonia
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Town News Upcoming events:
• Sewer Option Work Session: July 30th at 7PM at Colchester High School hosted by the Colchester Planning Commission • Summer Concert Series: Thursdays, 7/11 – 8/1, 7 PM at Lower Bayside. See full schedule at: http://colchestervt. gov/551/Summer-Concert-Series • 35th Annual Colchester Triathlon: Sunday, 7/28 at Bayside Park. Race begins at 8:30 AM. Registration is OPEN! Visit http://www.colchestertri.com/ for details.
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• More volunteers are needed at the Colchester Log Schoolhouse! It’s a wonderful family volunteer and educational opportunity to host this lovely historical site and visitor center this summer. To volunteer and to find out more, please contact Carol Reichard at 802-497-3036. The Log Schoolhouse is open each Friday - Monday all summer, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and is located at Airport Park near the recreation path. It’s a fun, free, and convenient stop for local residents and visitors! • Colchester Historical Society Summer Newsletter Now Available • The summer newsletter for the Colchester Historical Society is now available. Check it out to learn about visiting the Old Log Schoolhouse this summer and about upcoming programs in the autumn and winter. https://colchestervt.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4736/Summer-2019-Colchester-Vermont-Historical-SocietyNewsletter?bidId=
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Continued from page 1 would also be constructed at both locations. In the second option, the school district would sell the PPS and UMS buildings and construct a new, larger school to house all kindergarten through second grade. In this case as well, early education would move from MBS to the new building. PPS and UMS are located at nearly opposite ends of Colchester, each serving different residents of the town’s wide-spread community. Both buildings were built in 1952 and opened to students in 1956, and both alternated housed the town’s early education program for a few years before it moved permanently. PPS currently serves about 235 students; UMS serves a similar number at about 245. UMS Principal Chris Antonicci thinks that increasing classroom space and moving early education out of MBS should be the highest priorities. According to Antonicci, the early education program relocated from UMS when the school started doing full-day kindergarten. “That’s when the crunch for space started,” Antonicci told the Sun. “Our number one issue should be getting early education back.” In the current set up, kids are forced to move back and forth between schools--starting at MBS, transitioning to UMS or PPS, then returning to MBS for third grade. So much relocation is hard on the kids, said Antonicci. In addition, housing early education at PPS and UMS gives teachers a better opportunity to build a relationship with students as they transition out of preschool and into kindergarten. Space is also an issue. While the rest of the state has seen drops in enrollment, Colchester’s enrollments have increased. According to Antonicci, the number of students at UMS grew from 192 to 253 over the last eight years. While kindergarten, first, and second grade classrooms at UMS do not violate any state laws on the maximum number of kids allowed in one classroom, he said that they’re “skirting the suggested guidelines.” One classroom at UMS is nearly at the limit—750 square feet with a class size of about 21 kids. “It’s just not realistic,” Antonicci told the Sun. At both PPS and UMS, the cafeterias function as multipurpose rooms. This means that staff must hustle the kids through breakfast, tear down and set up for P.E., tear down and set up for lunch, and so on. “We hold a second grade graduation in here and a holiday sing-along,” Antonicci told the Sun in reference to the UMS cafeteria. But due to little space, they can’t invite parents. If the board chooses to go with option one, Antonicci hopes for more storage space, meeting space, larger classrooms, more adult bathrooms, and a gym. The school board is also exploring the possibility of building a new school on a chunk of land they own near Colchester High School (CHS). “The community has really invested in the High School,” said Minor, listing renovations over the years to the school’s theater, cafeteria, and new science lab. But now she hopes to focus efforts on K-2. “It’s a wise investment to prepare our youngest learners to be successful, educated adults,” she said. The school board currently owns a chunk of land down Laker Lane, by the CHS softball field. If voters choose to construct a new school at this location, the area would become a school mecca, as CHS, MBS, and Colchester Middle School are all within walking distance. Along with hiring a civil engineer to research whether this land is even viable for construction, the board is also exploring what kind of traffic impacts the added cars might contribute. The town plans to put a stoplight at the intersection of Blakely Road and Laker Lane; hypothetically, this could alleviate added traffic. Another possibility, Minor said, would be to construct a road out of the back of Laker Lane to let out on Malletts Bay
AVALON ASHLEY, Sun Staff TOP: One classroom at UMS pushes the limit for the maximum number of kids allowed in one room—750 square feet with a class size of about 21 kids. ABOVE: UMS Principal Chris Antonicci worries about cramped classrooms at his school—“we’re skirting the suggested guidelines,” he told the Sun. BELOW: A Champ themed playground awaits youngsters at UMS. Avenue, avoiding busy Blakely Road. Should the town move ahead with separate plans to build a community center and park in the bayside area, the hypothetical new school would be more conveniently located to such resources as other schools, the police department, and the community center. The board is working with an architect and a civil engineer to explore both options. Antonicci hopes that the board chooses to renovate the current facilities, rather than construct a new building. “I know every kid’s name,” said Antonicci. “I think you’d lose that small, family feel.” With 600 odd students in one building, would some kids end up falling through the cracks? Either way, the board is committed to finding a solution. Minor has dubbed this school year a “research year” and stressed that the board is not ready to move forward on either of the two options. “The school board knows that they need to do their homework,” said Minor. “They need community input before anything is put on a ballot for a vote.”
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Continued from page 1 machines until establishing Hazelett Storage Battery Company in 1924, the world’s first commercial continuous metals casting and processing company. It wasn’t until 1956, when Clarence died, that his sons started Hazelett Strip-Casting Corporation. His son, R. William “Bill” Hazelett went on to serve as company president for over fifty years, eventually retiring in 2009 to hand the company over to his son and current president, David Hazelett. According to the company website, David’s son, Peter, joined Hazelett in 2014. The 100 year celebration was held at Hazelett’s main location in Colchester overlooking Lake Champlain. As he started his speech, Scott also called out a couple familiar faces in the crowd of employees—friends and old peers from his school days. “I have the same kinds of roots as a lot of you,” Scott said, noting his early interest in a machine trades program and tech education, before moving on to business. Clarence Hazelett’s dream didn’t blossom overnight, Scott continued. “He had long sleepless nights. He took risks. I hope companies like yours, with a spirit like Hazelett’s, inspires entrepreneurs across the state,” said Scott. The governor also devoted some time to acknowledging Hazelett’s strong team and how the most talented people can work on one team but won’t achieve success without good chemistry. In front of the governor sat rows of tables piled high with food—almost everyone in the crowd wore a company shirt, echoing Scott’s refrain that Hazelett invests in teamwork. President David Hazelett also spoke at the celebration, adding a personal element to his speech as well an in depth company history. “This year we’re making history,” he said.
AVALON ASHLEY, Sun Staff TOP: Governor Phil Scott addressed Hazelett Corporation employees at a 100-year celebration, highlighting his hope that entrepreneurs across the state will be inspired by the company’s enduring spirit. ABOVE: Employees of Hazelett Corporation, a pioneer in the world of continuous metal casting, gathered to celebrate the company’s milestone birthday with family-style food and special speakers.
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n association with four-time state champions the Colchester Cannons, Vermont American Legion Baseball state championship tournament play is returning to Chittenden County for the first time since 2007. The winning team advances to the Northeast Regional Championship with a chance to the American Legion World Series in Shelby, N.C. on the line. The tournament spans five days, beginning Saturday, July 27, when eight teams will compete in the double-elimination tournament, with the top-four teams from the Northern and Southern Districts represented. Colchester High School’s Saddlemire Field will be the primary site for baseball action, with Essex High School as a secondary venue during the tournament’s second day.
TournamenT Schedule Saturday, July 27 Game 1: #2 North vs. #3 South, 8:30 a.m. Colchester High School Game 2: #1 North vs. #4 South, 11:30 a.m. Colchester High School Game 3: #2 South vs. #3 North, 2:30 p.m. Colchester High School Game 4: #1 South vs. #4 North, 5:30 p.m. Colchester High School Sunday, July 28 Game 5: Loser of Game 1 vs. Loser of Game 4, 10:30 a.m. Essex High School Game 6: Loser of Game 2 vs. Loser of Game 3, 10:30 a.m. Colchester High School Game 7: Winner of Game 1 vs. Winner of Game 4, 1:30 p.m. Colchester High School Game 8: Winner of Game 2 vs. Winner of Game 3, 4:30 p.m. Colchester High School Monday, July 28 Game 9: Winner of Game 6 vs. Loser of Game 7, 10 a.m. Colchester High School Game 10: Winner of Game 5 vs. Loser of Game 8, 1 p.m. Colchester High School **Game 11: Winner of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 8, 4 p.m.** Colchester High School tueSday, July 29 Game 12: Winner of Game 9 vs. Winner of Game 10, 1 p.m. Colchester High School Game 13: Winner of Game 12 vs. Loser of Game 11, 4 p.m. Colchester High School WedneSday, July 30, ChaMpionShip round Game 14: Winner of Game 13 vs. Winner of Game 11, 1 p.m. Game 15: Will be needed if Winner of Game 11 loses Game 14, 4 p.m. thurSday, auguSt 1 Rain date if previous days have any postponements **Winner of Game 11 receives automatic advancement to Games 14 and 15. L
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Emergency: 911 • Non-emergency: 264-5556 • 835 Blakely Rd., Colchester, VT 05446 • colchestervt.gov/261/Police-Department Arrests: Nicholas C. Daigneault, 32 — violating conditions of release Deborah L. McCusker, 64 — violation of conditions of release Michael Allan Mclaughlin, 53 — arrest on an active warrant Michael G. Thompson, 37 — DLS, violating conditions of release Michael E. Vacarr, 29 — leaving the scene of an accident trAffic tickets issued: 24 MondAy, July 15 7:41 a.m. Larceny from a motor vehicle at Naomi’s Way. 8:40 a.m. Drugs on South Park Drive. 11:20 a.m. Animal problem on Lupine Drive. 12:47 p.m. Alarm on Thayer Bay Road. 1:09 p.m. Public assist on Porters Point Road. 1:25 p.m. Medical event. Location withheld. 1:42 p.m. Welfare check on Sharrow Circle. 2:45 p.m. Animal problem on Lower Mountain View Drive. 3:07 p.m. Public assist on Blakely Road. 4:57 p.m. Leaving the scene of an accident on College Parkway. 5:32 p.m. Threats or harassment on Church Road. 5:38 p.m. Vandalism on U.S. Route 7. 6:55 p.m. Threats or harassment on Gilman Circle. 8:17 p.m. Public assist on College Parkway. 10:17 p.m. Public assist on Mill Pond Road. 11:22 p.m. Disturbance on Biscayne Heights. tuesdAy, July 16 12:08 a.m. Suspicious event on Holy Cross Road. 2:27 a.m. Suspicious event on Heartwood Lane. 2:52 a.m. Suspicious event on Heineberg Drive. 5:34 a.m. Fire alarm on Lower Mountain View Drive. 8:16 a.m. Littering on Heineberg Drive. 9:57 a.m. Public assist on East Area. 10:37 a.m. Public assist on Perimeter Drive. 11:14 a.m. Public assist on East Road and Main Street. 12:04 p.m. Public assist on Porters Point Road. 12:29 p.m. Accident causing property damage on Roosevelt Highway. 1:54 p.m. Public assist on Bean Road. 3:24 p.m. Suspicious event on Kylies Way. 5:08 p.m. Suspicious event on Main Street. 5:39 p.m. Accident causing property damage on Roosevelt Highway. 7:41 p.m. Animal problem on Broad Acres Drive. 8:07 p.m. Medical event. Location withheld.
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3:40 p.m. Medical event. Location withheld. 5 p.m. Medical event. Location withheld. 6:30 p.m. Animal problem on Lower Mountain View Drive. 6:33 p.m. Animal problem on Dalton Drive. 8:37 p.m. Welfare check on Wiley Road. 8:53 p.m. Larceny on West Lakeshore Drive. 9:56 p.m. Public assist on Ethan Allen Avenue. 10:15 p.m. Public assist on Arbor Lane. sAturdAy, July 20 12:02 a.m. Theft of service on Truman Drive. 5:13 a.m. Animal problem on Poor Farm Road. 10:04 a.m. Boating incident on West Lakeshore Drive. 10:19 a.m. Alarm on Broad Acres Drive. 10:45 a.m. Noise on College Parkway and Johnson Avenue. 10:50 a.m. Larceny on West Lakeshore Drive. 12:22 p.m. Alarm on Orion Drive. 12:27 p.m. Fraud on Julie Drive. 12:50 p.m. Death investigation on McHawk Drive. 3:12 p.m. Suspicious event on Wiley Road. 3:18 p.m. Burglary on Bonanza Park. 3:36 p.m. Larceny from a motor vehicle on Chestnut Lane. 4:46 p.m. Boating stop on Outer Malletts Bay. 5:11 p.m. Property issue on Porters Point Road. 5:14 p.m. Fraud on Bluff Road. 5:15 p.m. Boating incident on Inner Malletts Bay. sundAy, July 21 3:59 a.m. Suspicious event on High Point Center. 6:49 a.m. Animal problem on Holy Cross. 11:46 a.m. Public assist on Bay Hollow Lane. 1:15 p.m. Boating stop on West Lakeshore Drive. 1:23 p.m. Boating stop on West Lakeshore Drive. 1:36 p.m. Boating stop on West Lakeshore Drive. 1:50 p.m. Boating stop on West Lakeshore Drive. 2:27 p.m. Larceny from a motor vehicle on Mills Point Road. 4:08 p.m. Suspicious event on Blakely Road. 4:26 p.m. Medical event. Location withheld. 4:49 p.m. Animal problem on West Lakeshore Drive. 5 p.m. Suspicious event on First Street. 5:50 p.m. Retail theft on Mountain View Drive. 7:29 p.m. Threats or harassment on Porters Point Road. 7:46 p.m. Disturbance on Lincoln Drive. 8:59 p.m. Fireworks on Ethan Allen Avenue. 11:18 p.m. Medical event. Location withheld. totAl: 219 This log represents a sample of incidents in the date range. For more information, call the non-emergency number: 264-5556.
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PUBLIC HEARING COLCHESTER DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD Pursuant to Title 24 VSA, Chapter 117, the Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on August 14, 2019 at the Town Office, 781 Blakely Road, to hear the following requests under the Development Regulations: a. Conditional Use application of Eugene Button and Ryan Jordan under Table A-1, Section 4.230 to establish a contractor’s yard to include outside storage and parking in the Agricultural District. Property located on Roosevelt Highway, tax map 8, parcel 30. b. Conditional Use application of Pierre Ploof and Ron Kingsbury under Table A-1, Section 2.630 to establish a vehicle rental business in the Commercial District to include parking and display. Property located at 4211 Roosevelt Highway, tax map 11, parcel 13. c. Preliminary Plat application of Ireland Industries for a Planned Unit Development to subdivide a 33.7 acre parcel into 37 lots in size from .13 acres to 8.86 acres to be comprised of mixed uses to include commercial, restaurant, daycare and residential to be served by public streets. Property located at 242 Severance Road, tax map 4, parcel 30-1. The applications are available for review at the Municipal Offices located on 781 Blakely Road or online at colchestervt.gov. July 25, 2019
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Continued from page 1 After Tropical Storm Irene in 2011, Mongeon Bay took the association to court, citing inadequate repairs to a decrepit seawall that did not satisfy the terms of the lease. While the judge ruled in Mongeon Bay’s favor, directing the association to pay for the seawall repairs, the Vermont Supreme Court ruled on appeal that the inadequate repairs were grounds for termination of the lease. This resulted in 25 residents losing homes they’d lived in for decades, leaving Mongeon Bay with the ruins of homes demolished in bitterness and a failing seawall. In the current settlement, which the selectboard approved at a meeting on July 9, Mongeon Bay must input stormwater, wastewater, and landscape improvements. “We wanted permanency on how stormwater is handled across the site,” said Urbanik. As part of the agreement, Mongeon Bay is required to do the following: 1. Plant fifty-eight trees. 2. Slope and plant areas between the first and second seawall tiers. Place designated walkways between these tiers. 3. Prohibit storage of recreation equipment on the first and second seawall tier. 4. Plant on bump-outs on third seawall tier. 5. Remove proposed parking lots from atop septic tanks. 6. Pave in a way that allows for drainage penetration to designate parking areas. 7. Create stormwater infiltration uphill of seawalls. 8. Plant grass on numerous areas proposed for parking and do not expand the number of designated parking spaces compared to the prior buildings. 9. Restore Town right-of-way to provide drainage away from East Lakeshore Drive and on to the properties. 10. Grade properties to accept stormwater from East Lakeshore drive, so as not to pool on the Town right-of-way or adjacent property. 11. Complete the sea walls to the north end of the properties.
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s a business owner, you can’t afford to ignore your competition. You can’t afford to miss out on the trends affecting your industry. You can’t afford to alienate customers. And here’s one more item to add to the list: You can’t afford not to create a retirement plan for yourself. Of course, you might think that, one day, you’ll simply sell your business and live off the proceeds. But selling a business isn’t always simple, and there’s no guarantee you’ll receive enough to pay for a comfortable retirement – which is why you should strongly consider creating a retirement plan now. Here are some of the most widely used plans: SEP-IRA: You can contribute up to 25 percent of your compensation — as much as $56,000 in 2019 — to a SEP-IRA. Your contributions are tax deductible and your earnings grow tax-deferred until withdrawn. This plan offers you significant flexibility in making contributions for yourself and your employees. Plus, as an employer, you can generally deduct, as business expenses, any contributions you make on behalf of your plan participants. SIMPLE IRA: In 2019, you can put in up to $13,000 — or $16,000 if you’re 50 or older — to a SIMPLE IRA. As is the case with the SEP-IRA, your earnings grow tax deferred. You can match your employees’ contributions dollar for dollar, up to 3 percent of compensation. If you work for yourself, you can combine employee and employer contributions, so if you use the 3 percent matching rule, and you earn enough to fully match employee contributions, you can put in up to $26,000 per year (or $32,000 if you’re 50 or older). Alternatively, you could contribute 2 percent of each eligible employee’s compensation each year, up to a maximum of $5,600, regardless of whether the employee contributes. Contributions to your employees are tax deductible. “OwnER-OnLy” 401(k) PLAn: If you have no employees other than your spouse, you can establish an “owner-only” 401(k) plan, which functions similarly to a 401(k) plan offered by a large employer. Between salary deferral and profit sharing, you can contribute up to $56,000, in pre-tax dollars, to your owner-only 401(k), or $62,000 if you’re 50 or older. Like a SEP-IRA and SIMPLE IRA, a 401(k) provides the potential to accumulate tax-deferred earnings. However, you could choose to open a Roth 401(k), which can be funded with after-tax dollars. With a Roth 401(k), your earnings can grow tax-free, provided you’ve had your account at least five years and you don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re at least 59-1/2. Which plan is right for you? The answer depends on several factors, such as whether you have any employees and how much money you can contribute each year. But all the plans mentioned above are generally easy to establish, and the administrative costs are usually minimal. Most important, any one of them can help you build some of the resources you’ll need to enjoy the retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned. To select an appropriate plan, you may want to consult with your tax and financial advisors. In any case, don’t wait too long. Time goes by quickly, and when you reach that day when you’re a “former” business owner, you’ll want to be prepared.
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DRop-in ADUlT ColoRing 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Burnham Memorial Library. Are you feeling artistic now that summer is here? Did you know that coloring is considered a fun, relaxing and stress-relieving activity for adults? Drop in any time to brighten your day. All supplies are provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own. YoUTH ESCApE Room: loST in SpACE 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Burnham Memorial Library. Can you break out of these cosmic escape rooms? Space is limited so register early! Ages 5 & up. ColCHESTER/milTon RoTARY mEETing Noon, the Hampton Inn, 42 Lower Mtn. View Dr., Colchester. For more information, contact Earl Wertheim at 651-1690 or vt210@earthlink.net.
SATURDAY DRop-in SToRY TimE 10 - 10:30 a.m., Burnham Memorial Library. A weekly selection of music and books for children of all ages. AnTiqUE CAR SHoW 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Burnham Memorial Library lawn. Stop by for an informal car show here at the library. It will feature classic and antique cars owned by the local members of the Vermont Automobile Enthusiasts Club (VAE). Fun for kids and adults! HERoiC HoRnS 5:30 p.m., Island Arts Center, North Hero. Hear summer classics performed by 23 french horns and percussion. Proceeds to benefit arts programs and scholarships sponsored by the Center.
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SUmmER ConCERT SERiES: SATin & STEEl 7 p.m., Lower Bayside Park. Satin & Steel is a 10-piece R&B horn band based in the Central Vermont Rutland-Killington area. Bring your lawn chairs, your blankets and picnic dinner. Free.
ColCHESTER TRiATHlon 8:30 a.m., Bayside Park. This sprint triathlon is just as much fun for firsttime triathletes as it is for seasoned racers. The race starts in the waters of Malletts Bay with either 500 meters of swimming or 1.5 miles of kayaking, continues to the road with 12 miles of biking, and finishes with a 3-mile run to the finish at Bayside Park. Registration and race information can be found at www. colchestertri.com.
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bAbY SToRYTimE 10:30 - 11 a.m., Burnham Memorial Library. This story time is for babies aged 0-18 months and their caregivers. Participants will receive books and more at each session they attend. No sign-up required.
SUmmER SToRY TimE 10:30 - 11 a.m., Burnham Memorial Library. Join us for stories followed by a craft or activity. For ages 3-5. No sign-up required.
lEgo ClUb 4 p.m., Burnham Memorial Library. Do Stop by the library and join in Lego building.
STUFFiE’S nigHT oUT 4 - 5 p.m., Burnham Memorial Library. Let your stuffie have the night of its life! The library has games, dress-up, movies and fabulous teen babysitters. Stuffies will be well-cared for during their library adventure. Pick-up stuffies Saturday morning with a report card and photos! nATionAl TEEn loCk-in 5 p.m. - midnight, Burnham Memorial Library. Party until midnight at the library for 2019’s Show Us Your Story theme with teens across the country. We’ll Skype with authors! Play games! Eat food! Make things! Or whatever. Teens entering grades 6-12 with parent permission forms.
27 SATURDAY biRD moniToRing WAlk 8:30 a.m., Macrae Farm Park, Colchester. Join Winooski Valley Park District’s environmental educator, Juli Tyson, for a stroll around Macrae Farm Park, about 2 miles of walking, to check out the diversity of birds along the Winooski River. CHRiSTmAS in JUlY CRAFT FAiR 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Eagles Auxiliary, So. Burlington. Browse local crafters, enjoy the bake sale and enter a raffle.
relaxation. A registered nurse of over 30 years, Betty Molnar is certified as a Hatha Yoga instructor from the Temple of Kriya Yoga in Chicago. HEmp 101 6:30 p.m., Chemists by Nature, 220 Main St., Colchester. CBD expert Neal Pease of Chemists by Nature and Brennan M. from Metagenics present a free informal talk. There will be ample opportunity to ask questions. This is a chance to increase your CBD knowledge without all the hype, misinformation, and misunderstandings.
31 WEDnESDAY plAYgRoUp 9:30 - 11 a.m., Colchester Meeting House, 830 Main St., Colchester. A great opportunity for parents and their children to connect with other parents while children engage in a group experience. Parents please bring a snack for your child. Free; ages 5 and under. gAlAxY STonES 3 - 4 p.m., Burnham Memorial Library. Create a galaxy full of stars, planets and other astronomical delights on the surface of a rock. Ages 5 & up. kniTTing AnD moRE: bEADED CoWl 6 - 8 p.m., Burnham Memorial Library. Knitters and other needle workers of all skill levels meet Wednesdays, beginners welcome.
ongoing EVEnTS ColCHESTER log HoUSE mUSEUm 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Fridays - Mondays, Airport Park. Parking and admission are free; donations are always appreciated.This little museum, hosted by the Colchester Historical Society, is also a wonderful volunteer and educational opportunity. Hours are very flexible. To volunteer and to find out more, please contact Carol Reichard at 802-497-3036. VERmonT gEnEAlogY libRARY Tuesdays, 3 - 9:30 p.m. Summer hours are in effect for July & August.
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pRESCHool mUSiC 11:30 a.m., Burnham Memorial Library. Best for ages 3 - 5. Sponsored by the Friends of Burnham Library. VERmonT ASTRonomiCAl SoCiETY: A CloSER look AT THE SUn 3 - 4 p.m., Library Meeting House. The sun is our nearest star and the major source of energy for life on earth. This presentation will examine the sun’s origin, reactions producing energy and the expected life cycle. We will see examples of the sun’s changing surface from both photographs and through a special solar telescope. Ages 5 & up.
30 TUESDAY ToDDlER SToRY TimE 10:30 - 11 a.m., Burnham Memorial Library. A weekly selection of music, rhymes and stories! For ages 18 months to 3 years. ADUlT book DiSCUSSion 1 - 2 p.m., Burnham Memorial Library. This month, read and discuss “My Beloved World” by Sonia Sotomayor. Copies of the book are available for checkout. DRop-in YogA 4:30 - 5:45 p.m., Burnham Memorial Library. Bring a mat and enjoy poses for mindful stretching and
Daybreak Community Church 67 Creek Farm Plaza, Colchester 338-9118 / Jesse Mark, lead pastor www.daybreakvermont.org Sunday Service at 10:30 a.m. Jesse@daybreakvermont.org Malletts Bay Congregational Church UCCx 1672 West Lakeshore Dr., Malletts Bay 658-9155 / Rev. Sally May / revsallymbucc@gmail.com www.mallettsbaycongregationalchurchucc.com Worship Service: Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Church School: Sunday, 10 a.m. Fellowship time: Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Childcare provided. All are welcome! St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 1063 Prim Rd, Colchester 658-0533 / Interim Rector Robert Leopold Sundays: 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist Sunday school and nursery: 10 a.m. Wednesdays: 11:30 a.m. Bible class; Wednesdays: 12:30 p.m. Communion Facebook: St. Andrew’s Church, Colchester VT Webpage: standrewscolchestervt.org All are welcome. United Church of Colchester - ABC Rte. 2A-Village Green, Colchester 879-5442 / Pastor Rev. Dr. Russell Willis Worship: 10 a.m. Nursery care available during worship. Christ centered — family oriented.
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