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Volume 25, Number 46

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Kaczynski convincingly wins another term By Mike DeRienzo Special to The Citizen

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On Election Day 2023, voters resoundingly supported Republicans, including Mayor Mark Kacynski, who conKaczynski vincingly defeated his Democratic opponent, JoAnn Angelico-Stenson, 3,041 votes to 1,690.

BHS Cereal Box Challenge kicks off season of giving By Monica Salazar Special to The Citizen

As the football season comes to a close, and we enter the season of giving and gratitude, Berlin High School invited community members to mark this transition with a unique request for their final football game—bring cereal boxes. Students at Berlin High School have been bringing in cereal boxes to compete against one another in the school’s first-ever Cereal Box

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The voters who turned out on Nov. 7 sent a clear message to elected officials in Berlin: Keep things the way they are.

Pantry. During their upcoming school assembly on November 20, all the cereal boxes will be lined up in a unique design and then knocked down in classic domino fashion. “Afterward, they’ll talk about where the boxes are going and how they’re helping the community,” says Nicole Carrasquillo, a special education teacher at Berlin High School helping to organize the

All six nominees for the Berlin Town Council — three Democrats and three Republicans — were elected to seats, although the final vote counts saw Republicans Donna Veach (2,993), Charles Paonessa (2,760), and Sandra Coppola (2,719), outpace their Democrat opponents, Peter A. Rosso (2,068), Kate Gillespie Atkinson (2,017), and Mark M. Pruzin (1,889) by wide margins.

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Berlin’s 2023 municipal election results 2023 Municipal Election results for the town of Berlin: Mayor Mark H. Kaczynski (R) – 3,041 JoAnn Angelico-Stetson (D) – 1,690 Town Council Donna Veach (R) – 2,989

Charles Paonessa (R) – 2,752

Gina R. Nappi – 2,410

Denise McNair (D) – 2,403

Stuart Topliff (D) – 2,018

Sandra Coppola (R) – 2,712

Jennifer Jurgen – 2,145

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Peter A. Rosso (D) – 2,068

Brian Delude – 2,071

Raul M. Fernandes (D) – 1,817 Board of Assessment Appeals

Kate Gillespie Atkinson (D) – Kari Sassu – 2,056 2,017 Jessica L. Patraw – 1,883 Mark M. Pruzin (D) – 1,889 Board of Finance Board of Education (nonTimothy Grady (R) – 2,811 partisan)

Paul C. Argazzi (R) – 3,011

Steven Wilson (R) – 2,652 David P. Rogan (R) – 2,641 Ryan Zelek (D) – 2,249

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One Listener’s Review: The New Britain Symphony Orchestra

Thanks to those who voted Editor : I would like to thank all the residents of Berlin who voted on November 7. It has been my honor to serve as your mayor for the past eight years and I look forward to continuing my service to Berlin. On behalf of the Republican team, I would also like to thank the people who supported us, and the volunteers who worked tirelessly during our campaign.

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Editor : On Nov. 5, I spent a glorious Sunday afternoon with The New Britain Symphony Orchestra at CCSU’s Welte Hall. Led by Maestro Toshiyuki Shimada and joined by the Farmington Valley Chorale, the orchestra performed with the kind of emotion, professionalism and skill that puts them in league with big city orchestras. It was both a surprise and a delight.

With Veteran’s Day so close, the program began with Robert Wendel’s Armed Forces Medley where Shimada invited veterans, both in the audience and on the stage, to stand and be acknowledged. The audience was only too happy to show its appreciation with rousing applause for the men and women in the room who served our country—and for the uplifting Mayor Mark Kaczynski music.

We will continue to serve all residents of Berlin to the best of our ability and will continue with our vision that has resulted in tremendous economic growth, financial stability, low taxes, and investments in our town that provide the highest quality town and education services that the residents expect from our town government.

Then, the Farmington Valley Chorale, directed by Ellen Gilson Voth, gave an impressive a cappella performance of

Ron Jeffers’s I Have Had Singing before being rejoined by the orchestra for a plaintive and moving rendition of Brahms’s Nänie. A piece about beauty and loss, Nänie served as a perfect metaphor for a beautiful but fleeting New England autumn. But, there was more to come. The highlight of the concert, for me, was the NBSO’s rendition of Dmitri Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5. The piece came alive under Shimada’s direction, the Maestro, at times, practically taking flight at his podium. I was swept away by the music, and, judging by the spirited standing ovation at the close of the piece, I was not alone. It was really something! The next Mainstage concert of the New Britain Symphony Orchestra is April 7, 2024, at CCSU’s Welte Hall. It will feature Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue along with pieces by Bach and Copland and a special appearance by concert pianist Corbin Beisner. Put it on your calendar now. Really. You should go. Dawn Hoffman, Berlin

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In Brief Legion Post 68 American Legion Post 68 has been serving Berlin veterans since 1947. For more information, email Post Commander Vin Trigila at v_trig@yahoo.com or send a message to Post 68 via Facebook.

Wall of Honor The Berlin Veterans Commission’s “Veterans Digital Wall of Honor,” located in Town Hall, is dedicated to “All Who Proudly Served and Sacrificed to Protect Our Country.” Berlin residents and their immediate family, past and present, who have served or are currently serving can be put up on the wall. Contact Peter Galgano at petergalgano@comcast.net or 860-604-7258.

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who cooperatively work together in the best interest of our town,” said Sue BorFrom A1 donaro, chair of the Berlin Republican Town CommitThe only candidates for tee, after the election. “We Board of Assessment Apbelieve in being fiscally repeals – Republican Paul C. sponsible to our citizens Argazzi (3,011) and Demowhile still providing the crat Stuart Topliff (2,018)) – highest quality of town and were elected, as were all education services. We beBoard of Finance candidates, lieve in Mayor Mark’s leadRepublican Timothy Grady ership and that he continues (2,811), and Democrats to move Berlin in the right Denise McNair (2,403) and direction” Raul M. Fernandes (1,817). Kaczynski, in a statement to The Board of Education the Berlin Citizen, echoed nominees are non-partisan. many of those same sentiThe three victors in that race ments. were Gina R. Nappi (2,410), Jennifer Jurgen (2,145), and “First, I want to thank the Brian Delude (2,071). Candi- residents of Berlin for taking dates Kari Sassu (2,056) and the time to come out and Jessica L. Patraw (1,883) vote on Nov. 7. I believe that came up just short. the entire Republican team was successful in this elecThe only real question headtion because we worked hard ing into the race was these last eight years to move whether Angelico-Stenson Berlin forward by listening to would be able to unseat our residents, town staff and Kaczynski. As the results others regarding their conpoured in Tuesday night, it cerns and suggestions on became clear Kaczynski many important issues. Imwould serve another term. provements in public safety and infrastructure, proper “We have experienced and funding for education, paying dedicated team members

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However, despite the loss, Democratic Party leadership felt more positive coming out of the campaign. “The Berlin Democratic Town Committee is incredibly proud of its slate!” said Raul Fernandes Chair of the Berlin Town Council. “We’re disappointed by the outcome of the mayoral race, but we’re excited for our new councilors, Kate Atkinson and Mark Pruzin, returning councilor Peter Rosso, returning board of finance member (Raul Fernandes), new board of finance member Denise McNair, new assessment appeals member Stuart Topliff, and returning police commissioner Ryan Zelek, to represent the best of the town and create a stronger Berlin.”

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“Even on election day, there were frustrated voters who decided not to vote at all because they were unaware and never informed that their polling district had changed last year. I truly believe if Berlin was not this information desert, there would have been a different outcome,” she added.

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“We are happy warriors, and we will continue to fight another day,” she said. “The Berlin Democratic Party and I will continue to improve our outreach efforts to advocate for parents, neighbors, seniors and residents of all stripes, especially our most vulnerable populations, and I truly hope that these groups are given priority and respect from the elected Mayor and majority.”


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Obituaries

Thursday, November 16, 2023

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Deborah Wood Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz (second from right) was a special guest at an Oct. 12 “Slice, Slice Baby” Berlin Democratic fundraiser held at the home of mayoral candidate Joann Angelico- Stetson. Pictured (from left) are Kate Atkinson, Raul Fernandes, Angelico-Stetson, Bysiwiecz and Mark Pruzin. Atkinson and Pruzin were candidates for the town council. Fernandes is chair of the Berlin Democratic Town Committee. Photo courtesy of Paul Oates

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BERLIN - Deborah (Bruce) Wood, 80, of Kensington, wife of Grant L. Wood, Jr., passed away Friday, November 10, 2023, at Apple Rehab of Cromwell. She was a Berlin resident most of her life. A graduate of Berlin High School, Class of 1961, she received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Elementary Education from CCSU. Deborah was a member of Kensington Congregational Church. Besides her husband Grant, she leaves two sons, Anthony Wood and his wife Jill of Berlin; and Steven Wood and his wife Debra Ann of East Berlin; a daughter, Tena Levine of Oakwood, GA; seven grandchildren, Jeremy and his fiancé Hannah Trovitch, Joshua, Samantha and Grace Wood; and Kaylie, Eliah and Matthew Levine; as well as a sister-inlaw, Lorraine Wood of Kensington. Deborah was predeceased by her sonin-law, Steven Levine. Funeral services are private and at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Ave., Kensington, CT 06037. The Carlson Funeral Home, New Britain, is assisting with arrangements. Please share a memory or note of sympathy at www. carlsonfuneralhome.com


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8 a.m. to noon.

The Robert B. Dornfried Sr. Lifetime Volunteerism Award is bestowed upon a resident “who is dedicated to a lifetime of community volunteerism, civic duty and extraordinary service.”

Berlin has partnered with AFAB Recycling LLC, a Connecticut-based textile recycling company.

Wall of Honor

The Berlin Veterans Commission’s “Veterans Digital Wall of Honor,” located in Town Hall, is dedicated to “All Who Proudly Served and Sacrificed to Protect Our take place Saturday, Dec. 9, The Commission for Persons Country.” from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at with Disabilities meets on a the VFW, 152 Massirio Drive. bi-monthly basis. Berlin residents and their All new crafters. Please supimmediate family, past and present, who have served or port the VFW. are currently serving can be put up on the wall. Contact Peter Galgano at petergalgano@comcast.net or 860604-7258.

Renters rebate State law provides a reimbursement program for renters who are elderly or totally disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. Persons renting an apartment or room or living in cooperative housing, or a

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Lineworkers Eversource is partnering with Housatonic Community College and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Unions 420 and 457 to prepare the next generation of electrical lineworkers in Connecticut.

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Residents looking to report a street takeover are encouraged to call 1-800-CALL-FBI and select the “Connecticut Street Takeovers” option, or visit fbi.gov/cttakeovertips.


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The cereal boxes will then be packaged up and sent to the Berlin Food Pantry, where they will be used for their holiday basket support during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. “It’s to show the domino effects that we can have on our communities.”

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As with any domino toppling or donation drives, the more, the better. More cereal boxes mean both the option for more elaborate designs can be made and more homes supplied with food during the holidays, so Berlin High School invited community members to participate in the fun by donating cereal boxes at the school’s last home football game on November 10.

The Marine Corps League, Hardware City Detachment, New Britain is actively looking for new members. You do not have to live in New Britain to be a member. The Hardware City Detachment meets the first Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m., at the Berlin VFW, 152 Massirio Drive.

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