The Southington Citizen July 23, 2021

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Friday, July 23, 2021

Petition drive underway for pot as CBD industry expects growth

By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

regulations on the sale of recreational marijuana in town.

Residents who want a town referendum on allowing recreational marijuana sales are planning signature drives.

Some town leaders are concerned about the effect local marijuana sales would have on youth and the town’s drug abuse prevention efforts. The state law passed this summer legalizing recreational marijuana allows municipalities to decide,

While some are putting their efforts into getting a referendum on November’s ballot, the Town Council directed the Planning and Zoning Commission to consider

Shellfish looking pricer this summer

By Faith Williams Record-Journal staff

Some local restaurants are reporting a high demand and low supply of shellfish, specifically lobster, leading to higher prices.

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Camp moves to former school Students began moving into the former Lincoln College property Thursday, July 15, as part of a Jewish summer camp.

It’s the first major activity on the 32-acre campus since the for-profit college closed in 2018.

New Haven developer Mendel Paris said the camp will run until September.

He’s negotiating with two organizations looking to lease the property long-term and is optimistic a deal will result.

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Students on Friday, July 16 continue moving into the former Lincoln College property as part of a Jewish summer camp in Southington.

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Rob Anselmo, owner of Timeless CBD, talks about some of the products at the 456 N. Main St., store in Southington.

“We’re in serious, serious talks with two large organizations,” Paris said Friday.

Jewish summer camp The camp in Southington is part of Camp Degel Hatorah based in Durham.

Paris said 18 and 19-year old students from several Orthodox Jewish rabbinical colleges attend the camp where they’ll continue their studies and participate in summer activities, such as basketball.

Last Friday, young men were unpacking, exploring the campus and going to or from events. Camp directors were not available for comment.

The camp draws from two New York schools as well as one in Maryland. Paris said younger children continue to attend the Durham camp while the new Southington location is for the oldest students.

For many in New England, summer is the time for lobster rolls and other lobster dishes. In the past, the high demand and increased supply during summer has meant cheaper prices as restaurants try avoid being stuck with excess inventory.

Lisa Onofri, owner of Close Harbour Seafood in Southington said her customers have definitely noticed the higher prices for seafood.

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She said the rainy weather interferes with the ecosystems and the shellfish beds become tainted. Onofri said the beds in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island have all been closed. With everyone looking to Maine and Canada for supply, prices have skyrocketed.

NielsonIQ, a database website, has reported that average unit prices of seafood have increased 18.7 percent as of April 2021 compared to the previous year. This is more than any other food group or item.

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Melissa Bandecchi prepares a lobster roll at Spoonshoppe Brooke Deli, 1320 E. Main St., Meriden, in this June 23, 2020 photo.

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Westbrook Lobster in Wallingford is known for its warm and buttery lobster rolls, but owner Michael Lariviere said the prices are higher.

“This past year, it’s the highest we’ve ever seen it,” Lariviere said. “Cost for us is up to about $50 per pound for fresh lobster.

“Lobster rolls are our number one selling item on our menu,” he added. “It’s had a dramatic effect...”

Despite the increase, it hasn’t stopped diners from returning to their favorite restaurants for seafood, especially lobster rolls.

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demic buildings. Since no deal has been finalized, Paris didn’t want to name the organizations.

rehabilitation center. Neighbors of the campus had strong objections to that plan. “This is totally the opposite of that,” Paris said.

Lou Perillo, the town’s economic development coordinator, said he is glad there is interest in using the buildings.

“Something that preserves the character of the property Previous owners and the without adding too much town tried unsuccessfully to traffic or disruption to that market the campus property. area,” Perillo said.

Plans for its use included knocking down the buildings Housing plans and putting up houses.

Partners who owned the “I have zero intention to rip campus before Paris considdown the buildings there. ered tearing down the colThat is the dumbest use,” lege buildings and building Paris said. Both organizaage-restricted houses. Local tions he’s talking to would planners approved a zone be using the dorms and aca-

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“I feel bad for all of us,” Onofri said. “We’re all just paying these exorbitant prices trying to get back to doing what we were doing normally. Hopefully it doesnt last long, but it sounds like it’s going to last a while.”

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“Usually during the summer (prices) come down,” she said.

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NEW BRITAIN (AP) — Connecticut regulators last week finalized millions of dollars in fines against the state’s two largest electricity distributors for what officials called the companies’ failures in their preparations and responses to Tropical Storm Isaias, which caused hundreds of thousands of power outages last year.

On Wednesday, July 14, The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, or PURA, gave final approval to a $28.6 million civil penalty against Eversource and a $1.2 million civil penalty against United Illuminating.

The penalties are in addition to profit reductions ordered by PURA that will cost Eversource about $31 million a year and United Illuminating about $1.3 million a year.

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Both companies have defended their responses to the storm, which left many customers without power for more than a week.

Petition drives Stacey Dolan, an administrator in the Southington Talks Facebook group, is working to collect the 3,146 signatures needed to put the question of recreational marijuana sales to voters on Election Day. State law requires a referendum on the issue if at least 10 percent of registered voters request one.

Both are appealing the profit reduction orders, but not the civil penalties.

Isaias roared through the Northeast on Aug. 4, knocking down scores of trees and utility wires. In Connecticut, more than 630,000 Eversource customers and more than 113,000 United Illuminating customers lost power during the storm.

Last week, the Southington Democratic Town Committee called for a referendum on the question. The first signature drive was scheduled for July 16 at the Southington Drive-In. A second signature collection event at the drive-in was scheduled for July 22.

PURA said the companies failed to comply with performance standards including not deploying enough line workers.

Regulators also said the companies violated reporting requirements by not disclosing minor accidents involving workers during their storm responses.

“We wanted to make this easy for residents to participate and accommodate people who may not be vaccinated or have concerns about COVID,” Dolan said.

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Speaking at a council meeting last week, Dolan said she wants all voters in town to have a voice in the decision. She supports a vote in favor of marijuana sales but believes residents on both sides will better accept the outcome if it is

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“All my customers have come forward, ‘Are you going to turn into a dispensary? The answer is no,’” Anselmo said.

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Rob Anselmo opened Timeless CBD on North Main Street in 2015. CBD products, such as oils, deliver benefits of marijuana without the high, Anselmo said, but it wasn’t until 2017 that consumer interest started to take off.

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$90 million LiveWell expansion moves forward

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town groups to promote understanding of those suffering from dementia.

LiveWell Dementia Specialists can issue $90 million worth of bonds following Town Council approval. It’s an unusual situation, according to town officials, since the spending will be conducted by a private group and creates no obligation on the town.

LiveWell, a non-profit dementia center, is looking to borrow up to $90 million in tax-free bonds for a major renovation and expansion to its South Main Street facility. The Internal Revenue Service requires a public hearing and vote of support from the highest municipal body, according to LiveWell President Michael Smith.

He described the vote as procedural. The town has nothing to do with repaying the bonds.

“We are responsible for our own bond,” Smith said.

“They’re a great partner and business in the community already and they’re making a significant investment in arguably one of the most needed areas,” said Paul Chaplinsky, a councilor.

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Town Council support At the July 12 council meeting, the town held a public hearing on the bond issuance and voted unanimously in favor of Livewell.

Sciota said his main concern was the town’s financial involvement but he was satisfied that there was none in the private fund raising effort. It’s the first such request to satisfy an IRS requirement Southington has received in decades.

“In all my years, it’s the first time it’s ever come up for us,” Sciota said. “It has no bearing on the town of Southington’s financing.”

He was glad to help LiveWell finance such a large project and said they’d been good community members. Other councilors agreed that LiveWell was doing important work in Southington. The group has sponsored the Dementia Friendly Southington initiative and worked with

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Much of the new space consists of housing that’s intended to ease the transition from home to a facility. The project would increase the number of units from 73 to 124 and the number of beds from 133 to 141.

LiveWell hopes to add two buildings to the south of its current building. Those units, called the river homes, would allow for more independent living and would have a walkway nearby the Quinnipiac River.

LiveWell has authorization to issue up to $90 million worth of bonds but Smith said the expansion project will cost less than that. The center is Smith said construction could still working to finalize the start later this summer after ficost and after that will proceed nancing is complete. with a bond sale in August.

He was pleased with the vote The non-profit group, former- and words of support from ly known as the Alzheimer’s councilors.

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Friday, July 23, 2021

Town, police agree to new contract

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cent to 22 percent over the same time.

Police union and town leaders agreed to a four-year contract that increases pay and how much officers pay for health benefits.

Sciota said these increases are also in line with other union contracts.

The Town Council unanimously approved the contract with the Law Enforcement Alliance of Southington last week.

Nearly 70 police officers are covered by the contract, which is retroactive to July 1.

Wage, health premium increases The contract stipulates wage increases of 2.25 percent for the next two fiscal years and 2 percent for the following two fiscal years. Town Manager Mark Sciota said the raises are similar to increases for other town unions.

Health care plan cost shares for police will rise from 21 percent this fiscal year to 22 percent in the final year of the contract. Employees choosing the health savings account plan will also have their cost shares rise from 20 per-

Uniform allowances were also increased by $200 to $1,800 annually.

Scheduling and overtime changes Police Chief Jack Daly said he and the union agreed to changes in scheduling which gives department leaders more flexibility in requiring overtime shifts. The contract includes sergeants and master sergeants in the overtime rotation.

“The same guys were getting ordered every weekend to work and they never got a weekend off,” Daly said. “There’s more people in the pool now.”

The contract also allows more flexibility for adjusting hours which can help the department better control its budget, according to Daly.

As a senior officer in the department, Daly is not a member of the police union. He feels the town and the union received a fair deal under the contract approved this week.

“It was a smooth negotiation. The pluses are the town realizes the town has a really, really good police department. We have a great bunch of guys and they appreciate the town supports them,” Daly said.

Negotiations Union and town leaders were able to negotiate the contract without labor lawyers, saving thousands of dollars for both sides. Sciota described the contract as “very professionally” negotiated and was pleased with the result.

Police Sgt. Steve Salerno, union president, said it was the easiest contract he’s ever negotiated and was also pleased that there wasn’t a need for costly lawyers or arbitration.

The town is finalizing the negotiated contract language with its lawyers.

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CHET update Connecticut State Treasurer and Trustee of the Connecticut Higher Education Trust, Shawn T. Wooden, has relaunched the state’s 529 college savings plan under new program manager, Fidelity Investments.

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and grew out of a small rest area, with a drinking water fountain and benches, that was installed when the trail first opened.

The women running the pollinator pathway garden along the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail are looking for volunteers to help with daily maintenance so they can resume focusing on educational activities now that the pandemic has eased.

“I would like to do more educational things like that. It's just difficult because it's myself and one other person,” said Rees, who worked with Bean to create the garden near the Southington Dog Park in 2018.

Those interested in volunteering at the garden can reach Bean at 860-209-1028 or by email at 8cloudbean@ gmail.com.

Garden home to art as well as pollinators Top left: Volunteers Kim Rees and Clare Bean stand in front of the Southington pollinator pathway garden on Friday. They are looking for help in maintaining the garden to free them up to resume educational activities. Top right: A butterfly searches for nectar in the Southington pollinator pathway garden on July 16.

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Much of the time Rees and Bean spend at the garden each day is dedicated to maintenance — planting, watering, removing faded and dead flowers and replacing plant labels. Last fall, a group of volunteers helped plant tulips, daffodils and hyacinths to expand the garden.

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The garden began as an offshoot of the Art for a Cause afterschool program Rees and Bean started at Kelley Elementary School around nine years ago. Children created artwork to be auctioned off to benefit a cause of the children’s choosing and the garden was meant as a place to display some of the art.

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Realty 3 CT Voted Best Real Estate Company 2021 In the heart of Southington, Connecticut, Realty 3 CT has been helping our community achieve their dreams of home ownership for more than 40 years. A woman- and veteran-owned family business, located on 276 North Main Street, Realty 3 CT was recently awarded “Best Real Estate Company in Southington 2021” in The Citizen’s Best of Awards.

Founded in 1980, Realty 3 CT has maintained its signature boutique-style and hometown feel. Broker/owner Shelly Meister remarked, “We love being a fullservice agency, it gives us more flexibility to help a variety of client needs. Much of our success comes from our founding brokers Diana McDougall and Beth Smedick, who maintained a model of continuous agent

education that keeps our Realtors on top of all the latest trends.”

Realty 3 CT not only serves all of Connecticut, but also helps clients when they relocate in and out of state. Their Relocation Department has been very busy connecting folks to qualified real estate agencies in other states, as well as other countries.

The streamlined process they have ensures clients’ peace of mind.

Realty 3 CT is deeply committed to their communities, and they keep up to date with current technology and marking trends.

They always offer their clients the best in practice strategies for selling, buying, and

leasing, both residential, commercial, land and rental properties.

The staff and Realtors are always available if you or your loved ones have any questions about the real estate market.

They live and breathe real estate. Stop in to chat with one of their Realtors to learn more about the Southington real estate market. Check them out at www.realty3ct.com.

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Job Postings for Job Seekers Chamber International Travel Employment Opportunities on SouthingtonChamber.com Program Takes Off to Spain ingtonThe and the Sunny Costa Del Sol Chamber.

Southington Chamber of Commerce is helping employers sustain and grow a quality workforce by matching offers and demands between business members and job seekers. As an added benefit of membership, businesses can post opportunities for employment on the Chamber website at SouthingtonChamber.com.

There is no fee for the listing and members can list as often as needed. Postings remain on the site until the position is filled or requested to be removed. Businesses wishing to post with the Chamber may the visit South-

com main page, scroll to the Job Connections, and complete the request form.

Individuals seeking employment have access to job postings by highly recommended Chamber member businesses throughout the Greater Southington area. Employment opportunities represent a wide variety of industries and position levels.

To see what is available that meets your skills and interests visit southingtonchamber.com and scroll on the main page to Job Connections. For more information call the Chamber office at 860.628.8036.

Join us on September 22 at Hawk’s Landing for the Chamber Cup Classic! Offering bites and brews along the course, with dinner and awards following at Hawk’s Bella Vista. Register at SouthingtonChamber.com. Last year sold out! VIP lineup includes: Tom Burgmeir, Bill (Soup) Campbell, Jim Corsi, Steve Crawford, Bill (Spaceman) Lee, Rick Miller, Bob Shirley, Art Still, Marc Sullivan, Luis Tiant.

Platinum sponsorships include having a pro athlete play

as part of your foursome; autographed embroidered tee flag; autographed photograph of your foursome; and an opportunity to dine with the celebrities after the tournament. Registration includes breakfast, bites and brews along the course, waters, sodas, dinner, gift bags and more!

Tournament is open to the public. Foursomes are secured on a first come, paid basis and can be made online at SouthingtonChamber.com or by calling the Chamber office at 860.628.8036.

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JOIN US FOR AN INFORMATIVE ZOOM PRESENTATION WEDNESDAY, JULY 28 AT 6 P.M. A FREE MIJAS TOUR WILL BE GIVEN TO THOSE WHO REGISTER BY AUGUST 4!

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The Chamber Travel Program through CI Destinations is offering travel to Spain and sunny Costa del Sol departing on March 23, 2022. This is a One Hotel Holiday, four stars, first class hotel, for seven nights including 13 meals.

Spain’s Costa del Sol stretches along just over 90 miles of the Malaga province and is one of Spain’s most popular tourist destinations. Costa del Sol is known for its beautiful landscapes, delicious food, and the warmth of its people. Here you will also discover a rich cultural heritage, fabulous beaches, coastal sites and charming villages. On your tour you will travel to the nearby towns of Seville and Ronda to take in such sights as the Alcazar Palace and Plaza de Toros, the oldest bull ring in Spain.

Your tour includes the #1 attraction in all of Spain, Granada and the Alhambra Palace. Visiting the Costa del Sol would not be complete without a tour to Gibraltar to view the famous Rock of Gibraltar.

Individuals interested in learning more about this trip should attend the information session hosted by the Southington Chamber of Commerce and CI Destinations on Wednesday, July 28, at 5:30 p.m.

A presentation of the full itinerary including all the details will be shared at this meeting. The session includes open dialogue to answer all your questions. You may register for the session by calling the Chamber office at 860.628.8036 or visiting SouthingtonChamber.com and selecting the meeting reservation on the events calendar.

OFFICERS: CHAIRMAN: Dana Rickard / CompuMail Corporation VICE CHAIRMAN: Robert Thomson / Thomson Financial Services PAST CHAIRMAN: Charles Cocuzza / Omega Solutions TREASURER: Lucia Chubet / Smith, Daigle, Chubet, LLC SECRETARY: Susan Urillo Larson / Perfect Type, LLC LEGAL ADVISOR: Matthew O’Keefe / Jackson & O’Keefe

DIRECTORS: Taylor Deegan / Worldwide Wine & Spirits Michael Fasulo / Fasulo & Albini, CPAs Johanna Furgalack / CPA David Girouard / Hospital of Central Connecticut Michael Hartman / Chick-fil-A Kaylah Milligan / Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Peter Rogers / Rogers Orchards MaryAnn Stanley / Asphalt #1 Paving Gilbert Wade / Southington Security Services

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Welcome New Chamber Members!

Please join the Board of Directors of the Greater Southington Chamber of Commerce in welcoming the newest member businesses for June of 2021. We encourage you to patronize these highly recommended businesses that invest in your Chamber and your community. Applications for Chamber membership are accepted on a rolling basis all year and reviewed and voted upon monthly by the Board of Directors at its regularly scheduled meeting. To obtain an application for membership: 860 628 8036 | SouthingtonChamber.com | info@southingtonchamber.com.

Atlas Preservation

Atlas provides the highest quality products on the market for restoration, conservation, and construction trades. They offer a wide range of established American-made tools and materials. Their popular products include: gravestone restoration and monument installation; stone cleaners and treatments; epoxies and adhesives; window restoration and carpentry; graffiti removal, architectural cleaners and treatments; disinfectants and janitorial; tools; brushes, sprayers and sponges; natural hydraulic lime, lime putty, cements, aggregates and minerals; lifting and rigging; landscaping and gardening; paints, stains, oils and pigments; metal, paint, paper and fabric conservation; natural cleaners; personal care; clay and sculpture tools; archaeology; safety and apparel; books, and more. Atlas Preservation is located on 122 Spring Street, Southington, CT, 860.426.3111, atlaspreservation.com.

Lion’s Den Coffee Shop

“Quality coffee in every cup” is served daily at Lion’s Den Coffee Shop. Family owned and operated by Vincenzo and Anisa Infante, Lion’s Den Coffee Shop offers a wide variety of specialty coffees, teas, fresh pastries and paninis. Vincenzo and Anisa believe there’s something special about building a company from the ground up and watching it grow – seeing your goals become a reality with hard work and dedication.

They realize coffee is the great equalizer – it is the common bond among uncommon

people. It rekindles old friendships and sparks new ones. It is simple yet elaborate. They are there to bring our communities closer together with coffee done right! Located at 57 West Main St., Plantsville, CT 06479; lionsdencoffeeshop.com; 860.736.5116.

Rich Capital Financial Services, LLC

Rich Capital Financial Services, LLC was founded by Matt Rich in 2006. Rich Capital is a full-service investment firm focused on helping clients navigate the road to retirement and financial independence. By focusing on everyone’s needs, goals, and experiences, Rich Capital is able to create custom portfolios by providing a wide variety of products and services. Personal plans can include retirement plans: traditional, Roth, and rollover IRAs; life insurance: term, universal, whole, variable universal life and long-term care insurance; Annuities: variable, fixed, immediate, and index annuities; educational plans: 529 and Coverdell Education Savings; investment advisor services.

Business services include: retirement plans: SEP and simple IRAs, profit sharing plans, 401(k), 403(b), and defined benefit deferred compensation, and non-profit 501(3)c. Available products include: investment advisory, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, annuities, 529, life insurance, UITs and CDs. Rich Capital Financial Services, LLC is located at 31 Liberty Street Suite, Suite 306, Southington, CT 06489, Phone: 860.863.5550, fax: 860.863.5553, www.richcapitalct.com.

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SoPro Solar Professionals

SoPro Solar offers sustainable and reliable energy for your home with solar panels. SunPower panels are manufactured right here in the USA, everything from the screws to the panels is made by one company so if there is ever an issue it’s all taken care of in house.

Featuring a wide variety, you can choose the type of panels to fit your needs and wants, choosing among colors and panel efficiency from 327 watt to 420 watt. Enjoy a bumper to bumper 25-year warranty on the SunPower equinox solar system. Pay the same bill that does not increase for 20 years, then pay nothing! Our partners handle all our installs and have been doing this work for more than 35 years with more than 100,000 customers and installations across the country. You have the ability to create your own design to your own aesthetic – we do the hard work.

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The Manhattan

The Manhattan is a speakeasy-themed restaurant and bar with a post-Prohibition era vibe for the mature crowd.

Featuring live entertainment, great drinks, and even greater food, you are guaranteed an amazing experience! Come on out and support one of Southington’s newest restaurants.

The Manhattan is quickly gaining popularity! The Manhattan is located on 16 Eden Avenue, Southington. To make a reservation 860.736.5500 | www. themanhattanspeakeasy.com T/W 4-9 .pm.; Th/F/S 4-10 p.m.; S/3-8 p.m.

Thryv

Ray Sasso is the business advisor for Thryv. Running your business should be simple.

Thryv can help you manage every aspect of your business, all from a single screen. Customers love businesses that use Thryv because it helps them find you online, interact instantly, pay you effortlessly, and stay engaged. Contact Ray Sasso today and find out how to transform how you do business, with all your business apps in one place. Ray may be reached at 203.824.3044, rs6727@thryv. com, 1001 Old Colony Road, Meriden, CT.

Titanium Theatre

Titanium Theatre Restaurant & Event Hall is the place for all occasions. Book your special event in our beautiful, elegant, contemporary-style venue. Our party packages include a DJ, full lighting system, dance floor, LED stages, juice bar and fireplace. You can also add a slushy machine, fudge fountain, photo booth, black-light arcade room, special LED highboys, and a beautiful outdoor deck with fire pit or take gorgeous pictures on our gazebo. Call 860-426-9400 to inquire about our special packages for Sweet 16s, Bar or Bat Mitzvahs, Quinceaneras, weddings, Jack & Jills, graduation, or baby showers. There are multiple rooms that can be combined resulting in more than 4,000 square feet of space for large parties. The room(s) are fully decorated in white and black leather couches, light up tables and bar stools, 60” TVs, white drapery and crystal center pieces. Enjoy the perfect party in our new rustic room or have a glow-in-the-dark party in our kids’ party room. The room(s) can also be used for master classes in dance, fundraisers, Scouts or sports events, all age parties and group meetings. Located at 447 North Main Street, Southington, CT 06489, titaniumtheatre.com, info@titaniumtavern.com, 860.426.9400, FB @titaniumroom.

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MaryAnn Stanley Selected Chairwoman of Southington’s Women’s Leadership Network MaryAnn Stanley was selected by her peers on the Chamber Board of Directors to serve as Chairwoman of the Chamber’s newly-formed Southington Women’s Leadership Network. Stanley is co-owner and vice president of Asphalt #1 Paving, and a licensed real estate agent with Century 21 AllPoints Realty in Southington.

“Women represent a positive force in business and in helping our community,” stated Stanley. “This group is a great way for women to support one another and share ideas and

proven concepts to advance their careers and help strengthen who we are as individuals.”

The Southington Chamber Women’s Leadership Network is a dynamic forum designed to help its members enrich their personal and professional lives, and to be a positive influence in the community. This

group offers insight and educational programs, coordinates several ‘Chamber Cares’ initiatives, and hosts the annual Chamber Holiday Giving Back Shopping Extravaganza which showcases area businesses and vendors. Participants in this group build meaningful relationships through collaboration

and supporting one another in achieving success.

The Women’s Leadership Network is open to Chamber member employees from entry level positions all the way business owners and CEOs. Individuals wishing to join the Southington Chamber Women’s Leadership Network may register at southingtonchamber.com for the next meeting to be held on Thursday, August 5, 2021 from 8-9 a.m. at the Chamber offices, 31 Liberty Street, Suite 210, or email social@southingtonchamber.com. Registration is required to attend, and your Chamber account must be current. For more information call the Chamber office at 860.628.8036.

Chamber Wing Fest Returns To Cadillac Ranch November 15

The competition may sometimes be sweet, but it is always HOT! The Southington Chamber of Commerce 15th Annual Wing Fest is scheduled for Monday, November 15, 2021, at Cadillac Ranch. Restaurants interested in participating for the first time or defending their

titles and vying for the Golden Chicken trophy are encouraged to secure their space early by calling the Chamber at 860.628.8036 or emailing social@southingtonchamber. com. Entry is free for Chamber members restaurants and $325 for non-member restaurants.

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Chamber Partner SL Health Plans Offers Quality and Affordable Choice for Businesses

The Southington Chamber offers quality, affordable health care solutions for all your insurance needs. The Chamber has partnered with SL Healthplans, LLC to bring Chamber members health benefit plans, which are competitively priced and offer business owners a variety of choices through our local member insurance agents. Paid premium credits are available to qualifying businesses who convert to the Chamber plan.

With the increased costs of health care, companies are reviewing the health insurance they offer to their employees.

Through the Southington Chamber of Commerce, businesses can now have a new option through a self-funded program.

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Savings could be up to 30 percent; • Exclusive discounts on standard group medical plans and voluntary benefits for groups of three+ employees; • Telemedicine benefit program included; • Paid premium credits on recently renewed plans that convert to Chamber plan; • Wellness programs and services designed to help

improve employee health, productivity, retention, and best fit your business needs; and • Opportunity to receive money back in years when claims are lower than expected.

Employers interested in learning more about the Chamber Partner Health Plans and

obtaining a risk free quote can visit SouthingtonChamber.com and complete an inquiry form or call the Chamber office at 860.628.8036 or email benefits@southingtonchamber.com.

Agents wishing to become certified to sell the health plans are also welcome to contact the Chamber.

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Women’s Leadership Network Holiday Give Back Shopping Extravaganza!

A portion of the proceeds from this event help support the WLN Professional Women’s Scholarship Program. Details coming soon! Businesses and vendors interested in securing space should contact the Chamber office at social@southingtonchamber.com or call 860.628.8036.

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The Manhattan Hosts Business After Hours

The Manhattan is one of Southington’s newest restaurants and is quickly gaining popularity state-wide for its Speakeasy-themed decor and

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The Manhattan features live music, dancing, an amazing drink selection, and fabulous menu! The Manhattan is located on 16 Eden Avenue, Southington. To make a reservation 860.736.5500, www.themanhattanspeakeasy.com. Hours are T/W 4-9 p.m.; Th/F/S 4-10 p.m.; Sun. 3-8 p.m.

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Chamber Board Vice Chairman Robert Thomson presents Rob Sitz and Diane Mullholland, owners of the Manhattan Restaurant with the Chamber Membership Plaque. Pictured Left to Right are: Mark and Lisa Hayden, Total Pest Control; Gil Wade, Southington Security; Charlie Cocuzza, Omega Solutions; Robert Thomson, Thomson Financial Services; Rob Sitz and Diane Mullholland, the Manhattan; Johanna Furgalack, CPA; David Girouard, Hospital of Central CT.

of the Chamber’s popular informal business networking event and is co-hosted by the Chamber and one of its members at their individual business. The event is an opportunity for all businesses in the Southington community to promote their products and services, meet potential new clients, socialize in a casual manner, and introduce employees to members of

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All employees of Chamber members are invited to participate. Member businesses interested in hosting a Business After Hours should contact the Chamber office at 860.628.8036. Hosting companies benefit from showcasing their facilities and drawing a large group of professionals from our community.

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Kennedy Middle School Honor Roll Howey, Greyson Humphrey, Angela Insogna, Xavier Irizarry, Peyton Jobbagy, Mia Kalivas, Emmalyn Koski, Mario LaChance, Tyler Lamontagne, Addison Lasek, Jake Lowe, Eric Ludden, Ella Maisto, Brianna Mancarella, Gavin McQuatters, Grady Mikulski, Sydney Miller, Zachary Morrissey, Chimdi Ogbuagu, Eric Orstad, Roark O’Toole, Jayde Ouellette, Evan Pappalardo, Luke Parker, Tiya Patel, Mia Pompei, Diana Porter, Michael Quaye, Isabella Rees, Ayden Rodrigo, Marissa Rumery, Imaan Saqib, Madelyn Serenson, Shannon Serenson, Fozan Shahzad, Brianna Shea, Austin Sirois, Adam Sobkiewicz, Hiep Tran, Nghia Tran, Cian Twohill, Riley Umberger, Calvin Vance,

Evan Wells, Cohen Wernicki, Lillian Whitcomb, Owen Widger, Luke Wolf.

Grade 8, first honors: Anthony Angelillo, Kylie Baden, Shane Barry, Sophia Chisholm-, Gonzalez, , Madalyn Cogswell, Maxwell Colaccino, Lauren Collins, Lily Cooper, Jenna Davis, , Liam DiMarzio, Katherine Doherty, Julia Donorfio, Ryan Doonan, Lyla Drury, , Claire Eigo, Olivia Evjen, William Flanigan, Molly Flint, Jaime Gagne, Nataliya Gonzalez, Emily Heath, Kaitlin Hirsh, Gabriella Irizarry, Gabriella Jandreau, Liliana Jandreau, Rebecca Kania, Victoria Kania, Maya Kasica, Ashlyn Kenefick, Mia Kennedy,

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Grade 6, first honors: Hannah Albrycht, Rachel Alejandro, Murad Alkatib, Derek Angelillo, Devin Angelillo, Sarah Avery, Luciano Ayala, Ryan Barron, Katherine Beierle, Mia Bilodeau, Grace Boros, Kyle Bradley, Thomas Burnham, Tessa Connelly, Owen Corr, Joshua Crouch, Kaya Czajkowski, Gavin DeMello, Isabella DiFronzo, Ryan DiMarzio, Nathan Donorfio, Drew Emmendorfer, Harley Emmendorfer, Megan Erickson, Alivia Fiorillo, Erin Flood, Derek Gaszek, Jenna Giuffrida, Madilyn Gray, Tyler Guerrette, Zoe Hellstrand, Ean Herron, Evan Herron, Alexander Horniak, Teagan Jean, Jason Kalwat, , Ayden Karpen, Megan Kasica, Chase Kastner, Callie Kramer, Allison Ludden, Jaxson Ly, Daniel Marino, Josephine Martin, Tessa Merchant, Walker Mierzejewski, Julian Miller, Evan Morgan, Delaney Muccino, Melody Muro, Riley Myers, Ryan Nicoletti, Gabriella Nunziante, Emma O'Neill Simpson, Connor Orange, Louis Pereira, Lucia Perez, Charlie Peterson, Connor Pratt, Sydney Ricciardi, Kacie Riddle, Ariana Riedinger, August Riedinger, Madelyn Riopelle, Jeniel Rodriguez, Jackson Rose, Arshi Roy, Jennifer Russo, Alexander Scalzi, Alex Schuster, Luke Schuster, Gianna Sena, , Nicolo Sena, Ricardo Silva, Cooper Sima, Martha Siwek, Joshua Smailes, Lillian Steindl, DeAnna Stone, Kennedy Sullivan, Alannah Terry, Daniel Titsworth, Ngananh Tran, Danika Tranter, Chandrahasa Vasamsetti, Thierry Vincent, Kailey VonSmeets, Mahita Vunnava, Gina Wanczyk, Domenic Zigmont; second honors: James Arni, Mason Bandish, Kendra Baral, Meredith Barry, Ava Barton, Emily Bloom, Gianna Brevetti, Jack Brezicki, Raegan Burdeshaw, Isabella Carbone, Jacob Carrier, Steven Cela, Jacob Chappuis, Sawyer Colasanto, Sage Collar, Malerie Couture, Joseph Cozzolino, Koraima Cruz, Ryan Davis, Natalia DeJesus, Nicholas DeLaura, Fabio DeLucia, Connor DeSteph, , Steven Dlugos, Taylor Dobratz, Victoria Doerfler, Raelle Dominique, Natasha Dufresne, Skylar Dupre, Joseph Edwards, Lily Eidukaityte, Sarah Fennessy, Joseph Flanigan, Brady Galvin, Abby Gibson, Connor Hartley, Cole Hinckley, Cody HuangSavino, Julia Hurley, Matthew Jankowski, Alyx Jennings, Hayden Johnson, Madison Kelley,

Jake Kelly, Adam Kendall, Brayden Kenefick, , Madison Klein, Cole Kosko, Evan Lalla, Jayden Lee, Tryston Lester, Caydin Lord, Kyle Malone, Esha Mathur, Connor Matthews, Jack McDougall, Owen McQuatters, Amelia Michalski, Evan Moscibrodzki, Nicholas Mulrooney, Alyssa Nadeau, Makayla Nelson, Caleb Nielsen, Chloe Nivison, Katelyn Ouellette, Colin Pelletier, Joshua Perkins, Kaden Perkins, Xander Perry, , Evan Prinzhorn, Cody Provencher, Arb Qazimi, Asia Roccasecca, Jeniel Rodriguez, Jacob Rogalski, Emilia Rzadkiewicz, Jacob Savage, Jonathon Sibley, Alana Smith, Logan Sullivan, Chase Symecko, Annalie Taylor, Abigail Tierinni, Molly Tomko, Christopher Troiano, Nathan Valle, Ava Vernali, Carson Vernick, Matthew Villacis, Andrew Voronchak, Adeline Wanner, Kylie Watson, Isabella Weiss, Peyton Welch, Jameson Wilk, Dareius Wright, Allison Zajac, Grace Zehnder.

Grade 7, first honors: Uladzislau Aleshchyk, Vincenzo Arroyo, Zachary Avigne, Ava Bedard, Cyriah Bernard, Emily Boucher, Victoria Cascio, Paul Cavanaugh, Sehere Coma, Carson Cook, Grace Daddona, Liliana DiMauro, Tyler Dufresne, Olivia Edwards, Gilbert Emond, Marisa Gallucci, Deona Gashi, Ashlyn Gillis, Olivia Gombotz, Owen Graven, Gavianna Graves, Robert Hall, Callie Hirsh, Mya Indomenico, Sophie Janiszewska, Dalton Kohl, Mary Landowski, Michaela Lansdale, Evan Lebo,

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Honor Roll From A19 Ian Kidwell, Emma Kieltyka, Cailyn Kocse, Morgan Kocse, Adriana Konefal, Anja Krause, Mariam Labadze, Michael LeBlanc, Caden Lefkowitz, Isabella Leggett, Belinda Llabani, Natalie Lukanik, Marley Lyver, Robert McCaskey, Natalia McDonough, Lauren Mellitt, Daniel Milewski, Alyssa Moran, Catherine Morgan, Caelin Murphy, Casey Murrah, Kaylan Murrah, Mark O’Donnell, Claire O’Neill, Julia O’Neill, Kevin O’Neill, Chloe Peters, Megan Peterson, Gavin Pettit, Joshua Pintek, Cassidy Plourde, Owen Plourde, Joshua Polverari, Edwin Pomaquiza-Perez, Molly Poulos, Reaghan Samson, Jeffrey Savage, Suhneri Shah, Avery Shea, Emma Simpson-Mayette, Ekamnoor Singh, Ryan Smith, Cara Stahl, Madeline Stair, Matthew Stair, Jacob Tasker, Paige Tierinni, Reese Tindall, Regan Tindall, Liliana Vera, Haylie Vieser, Sophia Waskowicz, Riley Welch, Mark Zigmont; second honors: Ethan Alfieri, Delaney Archer, Bikramjeet Bains, Ava Balisciano, Colleen Barry, Eric Benson, Dylan Bly, Sean Buck, Lauren Carrubba, Isabella Castiola, Ava Cessario, Landon Ciccotelli, Daniel

Coello, Alicia Colter, Jack Conran, Katherine Cowen, Nicolas Cristillo, Izabelle Czarniewski, Victoria Czuprynski, Aidan Daley, Katelyn DellaVecchia, Adelyn Descoutures, Gianna Eugenio, Norah Dion, Sophia Dominique, Connor Dufresne, Ivan Evans, Joseph Fabiano, Aiden Fennessy, Alyssa Ferreira, Zackery Findley, , Angelo Fioriello, Ethan Flood, Annelise Gale, Mark Griffin, Mackenzie Guzman, Lynnette Henriksen, Gabriel Hinkson, Isabella Hodge, Evan Jekubovich, Nathan Kraft, Alana LaPorta, Jacob LaRose, Emma Lasek, Jessie Lieberman, Alan Lohman, Christa Loubier, Connor Lucas, Cameron Maia, Alexander Martins, Ethan McMahon, Leighann Melanson, Dalton Messina, Taylor Messina, Valerie Miciak, Thomas Migliore, Andrew Morikis, Joel Munson, Aiden Nielsen, Victoria Ojide, Lindsey Ouellette, Claire Parente, Kieran Perkins, Collin Pettit, Diem-Linh Phan, Jayden Porter, Salvatore Prado, Katherine Puskas, Ethan Quaye, Dylan Remsen, Emma Ruszkowski, Sachit Sahoo, Reagan Salvatore, Duaa Saqib, Ellen Serenson, Paighton Shepherd, Sophie Shugrue, Giovanna Simione, Savannah Smith, Margaret Stack, Charlie Stevens, Analeigh Thorpe, James Townsend, Kailyn Voisine, Egan Wallace, Michael Williamson, Pam Win, Joshua Wolfe, Annabel Wu, Ethan Zheng.

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Mary F. Salvatore PLANTSVILLEMary Frances (Lorenzo) Salvatore, 95, of Plantsville, CT, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born July 11, 1926 in Southington, CT, a daughter of the late Anthony and Veronica (Domalewski) Lorenzo.

She was the beloved wife of the late Edward Sisto Salvatore.

Mary was a faithful communicant of St. Thomas Church. She was a loving and devoted wife and mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

Mary’s greatest joy in life was always caring for her family. She enjoyed spending time with them and shared a special relationship with each and every one of them. She was proud of every member in her family and considered them her biggest accomplishments. Mary’s deep faith, love of family, friends and her community will have a lasting effect on all the people who were blessed to know her.

Mary discovered late in life a hidden talent. She was a gifted artist creating many pieces of beautiful artwork. At 71 years of age Mary attended art classes at Tunxis Community College and she greatly excelled.

Mary also enjoyed putting together jigsaw puzzles and an occasional trip to the casino. Mary will be dearly missed by her family; her 9 children, Ronald Salvatore and his wife Joanne, Susan Girardin and her

husband Philip, David Salvatore and his wife Justine, William Salvatore and David Gallup, Carol Richard, Dennis Salvatore, Gary Salvatore, Edward T. Salvatore and his fiancé Tracy, Christine Simone and her husband Gary, brother Anthony Lorenzo, sister Joyce Pomposi and her husband Phil, and her sister Dorothy Graham, and many nieces and nephews, also as part of her legacy she leaves behind 17 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband, Mary is predeceased by her brothers Angelo Lorenzo, and Richard Lorenzo.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 from DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St., Southington, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Thomas Church. Burial was in St. Thomas Cemetery.

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Museums free for kids this summer Governor Ned Lamont announced the launch of Connecticut Summer at the Museum – a new state program created in the wake of the COVID19 pandemic that allows Connecticut children to receive free admission at more than 90 museums across Connecticut during the 2021 summer months.

From July 1 through Sept. 6, all Connecticut children age 18 and under – plus one accompanying adult – will receive free admission to any of the participating museums, including the Barnes Museum in Southington.

This summer the Barnes Museum is open on Wednesdays and Fridays from 1 to 5 p.m. Pre-scheduling a tour during these times is optional and can be done at thebarnesmuseum.org or by calling 860628-5426. Tours outside of these times can be requested by calling 860-628-5426 or emailing thebarnesmuseum@ southington.org.

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SOUTHINGTON- Marie P. Angelino, “Loving Mother & Grandmother”.

Marie P. (Guerrera) Angelino, 79, of Southington, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2021 at her home with her adoring family by her side. She fought a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was the beloved widow of Eric M. Angelino who died December 9, 2019.

Marie was born February 4, 1942 in Waterbury, the daughter of the late Libero and Vincenta (D’Amato) Guerrera. She graduated from Wilby High School Class of 1960. She worked as a bookkeeper and typist after high school.

She worked briefly for Winchester Electronics, KIP, Inc., and then many years at AirPax until her disability from MS. She enjoyed cooking, traveling to the Caribbean, boating, and family trips to the beach. She was a member of the TOPS Group of Southington and made many lasting friendships there. She took great pleasure spending time with her family, especially her ‘grand-dog’ Sparky and grandchildren that she loved so very much.

Marie leaves to honor and cherish her memory; her devoted daughter, Doreen Coley and her husband, Al of Southington; and her beloved grandchildren, Austin Coley and Jacqueline Coley of Southington. She also leaves her sister-in-law, Barbara DeCapua and her husband, Drew DeCapua of Waterbury, brother-inlaw, David Angelino and his predeceased wife, Lenore of Bluffton, SC, as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

We would like to thank her many wonderful and attentive doctors,

SOUTHINGTON- Brian Neal Burgess, 67, of Southington, CT, passed away, suffering from lung cancer, on Friday, July 16, 2021. He is now reunited with his wife Cynthia Louise Burgess, who passed away in March 2017. Born on March 29, 1954 to the late Patricia and George Burgess, he was a longtime resident of Southington who spent his final years in Thomaston.

Brian’s love of music spanned his entire life.

He picked up a guitar at a young age and never looked back. He was a member of various local bands spanning over many years, the last being Swift Kick. He loved playing classic rock and his network of fellow musicians were among his closest friends. He also enjoyed rockhounding, making jewelry and firearms.

Brian was the longtime owner of Bristol Guitar. He spent many years there, together with the support of his loving wife, serving the local community and giving lessons. Brian and Cindy are survived by their

especially Dr. Jegathesan and Dr. Byrne who showed compassion until the very end. We also want to thank Hartford Healthcare at Home (Hospice) for their outstanding attention to Marie. We especially would like to thank Marie’s full-time caregiver, Terrylyn Daley, for all of her excellent care and love in her last eight months.

We couldn’t have done it without her.

Arrangements: The funeral was held Monday at 9:45 a.m. from Chase Parkway Memorial/Albini Family Funeral Home, 430 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, to Mary Mother of the Church Parish - St. Leo the Great Church, 15 Bentwood Drive, Waterbury, for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Burial followed at Calvary Cemetery. Calling hours were held Sunday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions can be made in Marie’s memory to: American Cancer Society, 38 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06854 or Hartford Healthcare at Home, 1290 Silas Deane Hwy., Wethersfield, CT 06109 For more info or to send e-condolences visit: www. chaseparkwaymemorial. com

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Southington groups benefit from Main Street grants Through its recent competitive grant cycle, Main Street Community Foundation awarded $31,189 in grants to eight organizations located in or serving Southington residents. The following grants were awarded from endowed funds as described below: Chrysalis Center, Inc. $4,000 - Community Supportive Housing in Southington, Bristol and Plainville (Gnazzo/Reidy Charitable Fund, Bristol Brass General Grant Fund).

Early Childhood Collaborative of Southington - $4,000 - Launch of “Sparkler” application in Southington for Early Childhood Developmental Screening and Referrals (KAWFY Memorial Fund).

and Myrtle Barnes Fund for Education, James R. Parker Trust).

Margaret C. Griffin Child Development Center of Southington, Inc. - $3,689 Technology upgrades in classrooms and office (KAWFY Memorial Fund).

to provide groceries and fresh foods to food-insecure residents of Southington and surrounding areas (KAWFY Memorial Fund).

The above mentioned are just eight of the organizations serving Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington and Southington Community Wolcott that were awarded Cultural Arts - $6,000 - The grants from MSCF during Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. the 2021 General Grant CyMural Project in Southington cle. A total of 47 local orga– MLK39 (KAWFY Memorial nizations representing a Fund, Southington Arts broad range of programs Council Legacy Fund).

Southington Public Schools – Family Resource Center of Southington - $5,000 Full STEAM Ahead school readiness program (KAWFY Memorial Fund).

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United Way president Lounsbury looks to the future Cheryl Lounsbury, a former town councilor, is the new president of the United Way of Southington board. She succeeds Rob Flood, who served in that capacity for four years and who is moving out of state.

That statement sets an important tone for reinvigorating the organization’s work.

It directly signals that the door is open for those who’d like to get involved and that leadership is willing to hear new ideas.

Right out of the gate, Lounsbury, a long-time Southington resident, stated one of her main goals. “We’re looking for some younger members to take our place down the road,” said Lounsbury, who is in her seventies.

Every successful organization knows the key to its future sustainability is replenishing the ranks with new blood. Finding those new members can be a difficult task as younger people, often fully in the workforce

and raising families, have “Our goal is to become a litmany other priorities and re- tle different, a little less stodgy, a little more youthsponsibilities. ful, a little more fun,” she But Lounsbury clearly recog- said. nizes the value in putting in A good example of that inthe effort to get them intent is the United Way’s revolved. cent announcement that its As a local realtor, a former annual dinner in September Southington High School will feature coach Geno Auteacher, former chairperson riemma and a super of the Apple Harvest Festival hero theme. That’s also and a resident involved in when Lounsbury will be offimany aspects of town life, cially welcomed as presiLounsbury is well positioned dent. to do some recruiting.

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Colony Diner

611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for oldfashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.

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The new president said she hopes to continue the group’s fundraising and attract younger board members and volunteers with the idea that some will eventually take leadership roles.

Lounsbury also wants to streamline the United Way’s procedures and bring them “up to today’s standards.”

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Lounsbury has been on the United Way board for several years and led its marketing committee. She was elected by the board during its June meeting. The United Way raises money to support nine organizations that help local residents, including Bread for Life, Southington Community Services, the Prudence Crandall Center shelter and Senior Transportation Services.

In taking the reins, Lounsbury recognized the contributions of her predecessor. “(Flood) was in a lot of things and he did a lot for raising money for good things in town,” she said.

Flood’s work also was noted

by Jack Eisnemann, United Way executive director, who praised Flood’s contributions, saying he successfully led the agency through the pandemic, allowing it to maintain its promised level of support to all nine of its beneficiary organizations.

Flood also co-chaired the Downtown Merchants Association and served on the committee that organized White Christmas.

The experience, wisdom and dedication of older members who serve on boards must be valued, but bringing in new energy and ideas and the excitement that comes along with that is vital to staying relevant and serving changing communities.

Lounsbury’s emphasis on taking the United Way of Southington in this direction is a very good sign for the organization and, ultimately, for the community.

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