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Volume 20, Number 43

Friday, October 27, 2023

Demanding answers Southington deputy town manager asks for probe into Democratic party ownership claim

By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

The town’s deputy town manager wants an investigation into a local Democratic Party press release stating he had ownership of a property along with a Town Council member.

Alex Ricciardone, an attorney and the town’s deputy Ricciardone town manager, has his own legal representation in the matter.

Cameron Atkinson, a Harwinton attorney, sent a letter on Ricciardone’s behalf earlier this month requesting an investigation into the negotiation and sale of 1954 Mount Vernon Road.

Paraeducator Dawn Dickau is hugged by daughter Madeleine next to paraeducators Jennifer Mangiafico, left, and Krista LaCapra, second from left, at DePaolo Middle School in Southington on Oct. 13. Dickau was honored as the recipient of Connecticut’s 2024 Anne Marie Murphy Paraeducator of the Year award during a ceremony at DePaolo Middle School.

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Dickau receives state award

“If Attorney Ricciardone had no involvement in the transaction, we request that the report specifically confirm that as well,” Atkinson wrote.

Ricciardone is also considering taking action against Democratic See Ricciardone, A19

Named Connecticut’s paraeducator of the year

Middle School on Friday, Oct. 13, to give a state award to a local paraeducator.

By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

Dawn Dickau, who’s worked at Hatton Elementary School and now DePaolo, is the state’s paraeducator of the year.

Gov. Ned Lamont visited DePaolo

She is paired with a blind boy and has helped translate his school assignments and music into braille, learning the language in the process. School officials say she’s gone above and beyond to help her stuSee Dickau, A5

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Many of these college graduates have multiple loans – each one requiring its own payments on its own due date each month. If you are the parent of a child who holds multiple student loans, there are steps you can encourage your child to take to help manage those debts. Based on the types of loans they hold, there may be different options for consolidation.

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Southington’s fair rent commission has yet to receive any complaints

By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

June to approve a rental market study and hasn’t met since. Although it had a few organization meetings, the commission plans to only meet if there are complaints.

for rents of different numbers of bedrooms.

Sharon O’Brien, a local real Prompted by a state manestate agent and commisdate and encouraged by res- sion alternate, helped put idents of local mobile home together a market study to parks, the town created the determine price ranges for fair rent commission late last various rentals in town. year and named members Commission members said earlier this year. it was a first step to find out whether a rent is “unconThe commission has the scionable” or not. power to investigate and amend “unconscionable” Using the Department of rent increases. It includes Housing and Urban Develhomeowners from both par- opment’s Section 8 voucher ties as well as tenants and guidelines, rental websites landlords. and the multiple listing service, O’Brien created a range The commission last met in

O’Brien said rentals vary greatly.

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Letters to the Editor For Roberta Lauria

Roberta Lauria for Plainville Board of Education in the Editor : upcoming election on Nov. I’m writing to you to endorse 7, 2023.

Roberta is a very caring person who has the best interest in our little town in mind.

She had taken over the position in January 2023 and deserves to hold the position on the board on her merits.

She was heavily involved in hiring our interim superintendent and was involved in the hiring process of our new superintendent. She was also involved in the Board of Education budget. I believe she will continue to have the best interests of our town’s children if allowed to continue.

hosting “Meet The Candidates” on October, 19 at Hawks Landing CC in what was supposed to be a bipartisan event. Shame on the Democrats for their conspicuous absence. The Republican candidates in attendance without exception were articulate in answering voter’s questions. The Democrats’ default leaves voters to conclude that they have no response to citizens’ concerns regarding the destructive results caused by a continuing stream of “progressive” legislation from Hartford’s majority, to wit, Cathy Romano coddling criminals, mandated CRT curriculum, annulment of parental rights, Kudos schemes to take over local Editor : zoning, and endless streams of unfunded mandates.

Kudos to the Southington Chamber of Commerce for Tom Galvin, Southington FACEBOOK.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL For Kathy Pugliese NEWSPAPER Editor : TWITTER.COM/ RECORD_JOURNAL I am writing to support INSTAGRAM.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL

Kathy Pugliese for re-election to the Plainville Town Council. Under Kathy’s leadership the Republican led council has held the line on taxes during this period of high inflation. She has done a great job for Plainville.

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Support the Republican slate Editor : I am urging my fellow Plainville residents to support the Republican slate for Town Council. Kathy Pugliese, Joey Catanzaro, Dave Underwood, Deb Tompkins, and Jacob Rocco will keep Plainville taxes under control while supporting our local economy like supporting the redevelopment of the Toffolon property on West Main Street. Vote Row B like me on Election Day.

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“You help everybody to realize their full potential and you go the extra mile to make that happen,” Lamont said, of Dickau and other paraeducators. “Dawn’s amazing.”

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Dickau, accompanied by her family, received praise from state officials, school leaders and town officials during the ceremony Friday. She’s the 2024 recipient of the Anne Marie Murphy Paraeducator of the Year.

Paraeducator Dawn Dickau is honored as the recipient of Connecticut’s 2024 Anne Marie Murphy Paraeducator of the Year award. Members of the DePaolo Middle School eighth-grade chorus applaud, left.

Gov. Ned Lamont speaks during a ceremony honoring paraeducator Dawn Dickau, left.

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Oct. 13 as Dawn Dickau Day Protecting their help over the past four just her though. times stressful situations. in recognition of her award. yea rs,” she said.

“It’s always a great day when “She established a braille Victoria Triano, Town CounYour Family’s Home and Assets.

“She exuded patience and you get to celebrate the posi- Paraeducators support speday in her student’s classcil chairwoman, Valerie Detive and excellence in education,” he said. “Today is a chance to celebrate a big win.”

Supporting students Dickau said she was “hon-

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ored and humbled” by the award and thanked fellow paraeducators.

meant learning braille so that he could play sheet music as well as understand school assignments.

cial needs students depending on the situation. Dickau and others said paraeducators need to be flexible and constantly learn to help students overcome obstacles.

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Letters to the Editor Martinez ready to grab ‘bull by the horns’ Editor : One of my mother’s favorite sayings was “sometimes you need a woman to grab the bull by its horns to get something done”. Rebecca Martinez is that woman.

That is why I am voting her for the Board of Education. I am urging the voters of Plainville to join me in supporting Rebecca. I have

known Rebecca for several years and she has always been a can-do person. Always willing to lend a helping hand and is a good listener. She is a mother of two and a Health Care Professional. So, she knows what is confronting working families today and understands their issues.

As a BOE member she has fought tirelessly and passionately for what is best for our children, so they are prepared for the challenges of today’s emerging careers.

I know if reelected Rebecca will continue the fight for our children’s future. She will always put the needs of Plainville first.

Rebecca is a person of the highest moral and ethical standards; she has compassion and empathy and is not afraid to roll up her sleeves and jump into the fray and fight for what is best for Plainville.

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The Platt Panthers earned football coach Jason Bruenn career win No. 100 on Friday night when they edged Bristol Eastern 7-6 on the road. Senior Zack Baker secured the victory with an interception in the final minute.

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Southington coach Austin Magaro says when Damir Cirikovic is at his best he is among the top talents in Connecticut soccer. The senior striker is certainly one of the most prolific scorers. SHS recently strung together five straight wins, a run that featured 12 goals and 6 assists from Cirikovic, including 5 goals in a single game vs. Windsor. He’s at 14 goals on the year.

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Maloney has gotten terrific two-way play out of a number of players in rising to No. 3 in the state polls. Zakkai Moore is one of those two-way guys. The senior captain does heavy lifting as a running back and inside linebacker.

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meetings last year urging the creation of a fair rent commission. They’d been concerned about large increase in their land leases and wanted to have recourse other than moving.

David Delohery, a Riverside Drive resident, was among those who spoke to town officials. He said Sun Communities raised rents at a rate

slightly below inflation last year, a victory in his view.

complaint if he felt the rent increase wasn’t justified.

“In my opinion, we got their attention,” he said.

“It’s a pretty high bar,” he said. “You better be able to prove” the rent is unconscionable.

Delohery doubted whether a rent increase below the rate of inflation would qualify as “unconscionable” to the commission.

He’s waiting to get his increase for the upcoming year and would consider filing a

O’Brien said that residents in town likely realize what going rates for rentals are and understand that Southington is worth the price.

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realize Southington is a very desirable place to live. The rents are higher here and people are willing to pay that to be able to live here,” she said.

For mobile home park residents, land leases and HOA fees include amenities such as a pool and clubhouse.

O’Brien said residents concerned about increases last year have come to terms

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“I think they realize at this point that the amount they’re paying isn’t quite that bad,” she said.

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Local Author JoElle Castonguay - Welcome In Storytime & Craft Saturday, Oct. 28, at 11 a.m.

aa Southington Public Library Children of all ages and their favorite adults are invited to join us on Saturday, Oct. 28, at 11am as we welcome JoElle Castonguay to the library! She will be reading and talking about her book “Welcome In.” After the talk, participants will be able to ask questions, talk

about the book, and participate in a related art project!No registration is required for this free, drop-in event. For more information, give us a call at 860-6280947 ext. 3.

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In Brief Southington veterans monument The Town of Southington Veterans Committee is looking for your help.

In our efforts to update the existing WWII, Korea and Vietnam Era monument located on the Town Green, we are asking for assistance from the community.

The plaques on the monument have some misspellings and omissions of names that we would like to remedy during this time.

The committee is asking the public to help us with any of these issues.

If you have a family member that is not cur-

rently on the monument or whose name is misspelled, contact the office by leaving a message at 860-276-6299 or email us at veteranscommittee@southington.org. We will assist you. The criteria to be met for Veterans to be added to this monument is that the “Home of Record” on the Veterans DD214 must be Southington.

You can find the application for “Southington Wartime Veterans Monument Update” on the Town of Southington website southington.org under the Veterans Committee (located under the government tab).

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Over the last few council terms, establishing professional senior we have seen Southington management hiring practices, Republicans use the power and treating our citizens honestof government for their own ly. People are tired of the good benefit. We at the Bee know that ‘ole boy glad-handing, where sunlight is the best disinfectant. people hide behind multiple In politics, sunlight is ethical LLCs to avoid disclosure or behavior, transparency, and obtain paid government honesty. Thankfully, Democrats positions based on political on Team Southington believe connections. We have heard these three elements are critical that message loud and clear. to correcting loopholes enjoyed It’s time to bring Southington by those who want to benefit together. We believe this starts financially from public office. with government the people can Team Southington plans on making stronger ethics,

The Southington Town Council and Board of Finance Republicans have continuously been warned of the fiscal cliff they alone have created. Through a series of short-term financial fixes using COVID money to fund operational expenses, a fiscal cliff was knowingly created by the Southington Republican Town Council majority. By using $1million in COVID funds to fund operational expenses, the Southington Republicans artificially kept tax rates low.

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Southington was going over the FISCAL CLIFF and Tony Morrison was leading the charge.

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Dear Southington Residents, You may have noticed, as we have, that over the last few years Southington’s leadership has been taking us in the wrong direction. If it continues, the Southington we now know will be very different for our children and grandchildren.

We must make changes now if we want Southington leaders to listen to everyone, regardless of party affiliation, when making decisions. We must make changes now if we want Southington leaders to look to the future when updating or building new buildings and think not only of immediate needs but also those ten and twenty years from now. We must make changes now if we want our leaders to consider the character of the town when they consider growth. We must make changes now if we want fair and honest bidding procedures for town projects.

It’s important to note that, over the years, leaders who served the town with no agenda other than to do what’s best for it and its residents were forced to leave the Republican Party. It began with Ed Pocock III and Cheryl Lounsbury, who dared to pass stronger ethics requirements for elected officials. Why would a party be opposed to that? Then Terri Carmody, Board of Education Chairperson, was taken off the ballot because she refused to blindly follow leadership demands that would not benefit our children. We Democrats took her in and she continues to serve. Finally, after inviting Steve Salerno for a Council position, Republicans learned that he has a mind of his own and strong moral values, and they rescinded their offer. We want people like this to lead Southington regardless of party affiliation.

Team Southington is a team of Democratic leaders who give of their time because they love this town and want to see it thrive. They believe that listening to everyone, while keeping an open mind, results in the best decisions. They believe in fairness, honesty, and transparency. They are committed to bringing back leadership and service and ending dictatorial rule.

We ask for your vote on Election Day. Sincerely, Erin Cowles, Chairwoman Southington Democratic Town Committee

My background is not just one of being a retired police officer; I was also president of the Southington Police Union.

I understand the plight of line officers, the struggle to keep good officers under our town banner and shield them from the internal politics that often accompany positions of power inside the police department.

Ensuring fairness, honesty, and transparency are not always popular when you are union president. Vendettas, career aspirations, and conspiracies with management are toxic to any organization. Sometimes those spill over after retirement, with retributions not yet fulfilled.

I hoped that when I retired, I could participate in town government. Vicky Triano thought so too. She spoke to me about serving on the Town Council and not the Police Commission.

It wasn’t long before I realized why. I was told that if I ran for Town Council, I would need to support a certain person for Town Manager when our current manager hadn’t even announced retirement yet. I was aghast – they wanted an anointment. How could they make this decision without input from the minority party or other town leaders or town staff? What about a proper search for the best candidate? All these were off the table. Not only was their treatment of women poor, their egotism and arrogance was without shame. I needed to leave.

I joined Team Southington because the Southington Democrats want to make Southington a better place to live. They are open-minded, inclusive, and transparent, traits needed for good leadership.

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Town Over Party My journey to the Democratic Party began in 2017 when, amazingly, the Southington Republican Town Committee made it loud and clear that they were against stronger ethics. I, along with Cheryl Lounsbury, refused to waiver. Then, the threats started. Mr. Riccio was clear: if I voted for stronger ethics in Southington, he threatened, “I’ll run you out of the party.” Since that time, his efforts personally or through his surrogates have been vicious and rife with untruths.

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From the very beginning, the Democrats backed our ethical reforms. Not for political reasons, not for a “gotcha” moment, but because it was best for the town and the people who live here. Joining the Team Southington Democratic ticket was easy for me. They believe in honesty, transparency, and fair treatment for our citizens. Please support Team Southington’s effort to bring these values back.

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Take the ELECTION BS TEST With many promises and claims being made this campaign season, what can you believe? Here’s a chance to test your knowledge of the truth: TRUTH OR BS—Southington Republicans raised your taxes to the highest level in TWENTY years.

Answer: TRUTH During these difficult times, when people needed a helping hand, Southington Republicans forced the highest tax increase upon our residents in 20 years.

TRUTH OR BS—Southington Republicans are pro-education.

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Answer: BS The town is embroiled in at least two lawsuits for unfair treatment. Business owners don’t trust Republican leadership. We can’t afford their economic policies. They hurt too many people.

TRUTH OR BS—People want the same divisive politics in Southington as in Washington, D. C. Answer: BS Not based on the nearly 7,000 doors we went to this election cycle. The people of Southington are clear on this: “keep the national and state nonsense out of town.” We want a team that makes Southington work.

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Raising awareness about dangers of lead poisoning during prevention week The goal of this awareness campaign is to bring together individuals, organizations, industry, and state, tribal, and local governments to increase lead poisoning prevention awareness in order to reduce childhood exposure to lead. NLPPW highlights the many ways parents and caretakers can reduce children’s exposure to lead in their environment and prevent its serious health effects. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and other partners work to heighten awareness of lead poisoning, provide resources, and encourage preventive actions during NLPPW and beyond.

“The most common source of exposure to lead is from lead-based paint. Lead paint is most commonly found in older homes built before 1978,” said Connecticut Department of Public Health

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Obituaries Ronald “Sonny” M. Burek

Mary T. Hobson SOUTHINGTON - Mary Teresa (Daley) Hobson, 97, of Southington, finished her full and blessed earthly journey on Friday, October 20, 2023, in the comfort of the home her husband built for her 68 years ago. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born in Waterbury, CT, in her grandmother’s home, she was the eldest daughter of Bernard J. Daley, formerly of Meriden and Anna L. (Domingue) Daley formerly from Waterbury. She lived the first third of her life in Meriden and the remaining 67 years in Southington.

She was predeceased by her husband, Walter John Hobson, in 1991, her sisters, Catherine Pekoske, Sister Ann Daley, CDS and Gertrude Spellacy. She is survived by her beloved children, Mary Ellen “Mell” Hobson, Kathleen Ann Brayfield (Dave) of Southington and John Walter Hobson of Bristol.

She cherished her two grandchildren, Nate (Melissa) and Abbey Hobson. She was thrilled to love and hold her greatgrandson, Mick Hobson.

She is also survived by her brother, Owen Daley and his wife Mary Ellen, her nieces and nephews, Dave Pekoske (Michele), Jim Pekoske (Michelle), Anne Pekoske Kryjak (John), Jean Pekoske McKissick (Sandy), Colleen Spellacy Sullivan (Bobby), Tim Daley (Kirsten), Susan Daley Melius (Dale) and Mike Daley (Maria). Her godson, Tim Geary, held a special place in her heart.

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years and leaves Dorothea Roy as the only remaining living member.

Mary was blessed by attentive care from her caregiver, Margaret Pilitowska, for the last five years. She was also blessed to be cared for by the Franciscan Home and Hospice Care.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to ORTV, Inc., Office of TV Mass, 15 Peach Orchard Road, Prospect, CT 06712-1052 or at ortv.org.

Donations may also be made to the Main Street Community Foundation, P. O. Box 2702, Bristol, CT 060112702 or at M a in s tre e t fo u n d a ti o n. org. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 TODAY, Friday, October 27, 2023 at Mary Our Queen Church, 248 Savage St., Plantsville.

Burial will follow in St. Thomas Cemetery, Southington.

Calling hours will be held before the service from 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at the Plantsville Funeral Home, 975 S. Main St., Plantsville.

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PLANTSVILLE - Ronald “Sonny” M. Burek, 80, of the Plantsville section of Southington, passed away at his home on Sunday, October 22nd surrounded by his loving family. He was the loving husband of Carol A. (Buchholz) Burek for 57 years. Ronald was born in Waterbury, CT, on September 8, 1943, only son, of the late Leo and Frances (Paolino) Burek.

Sonny proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy.

He was a former Teamster Local 677, retiring after a 30-year career as a truck driver. Sonny enjoyed hunting, fishing and sports, always rooting for the Miami Dolphins, Red Sox and UCONN Basketball.

He loved boating on his boat, “Point Blank.” He was a member of the American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 in Southington, the Southington Elks Lodge 1669 and the Bristol Fish & Game Club where he excelled in shooting. He especially loved playing horseshoes with his family and friends battling for the “Horseshoe Champion Belt.” Sonny lived life to the fullest, loved a good party and was the life of the party. Sonny was a loving and devoted family man. In addition to his wife Carol, Sonny is survived by 3 sons: Ronald L. Burek and wife Nadine of Kensington, Michael Burek and wife Susan, Anthony Burek and wife Tanya and Neal Heslin, who was like a son and Geri Feeney, all of Southington; 6 grandchildren: Alyssa and Timothy West, Michael Burek and fiancé Lexi Negron, Tyler Burek (Bailey Brochu), Isabelle Burek (Leah Maiorano), Kaitlyn Burek and Emma Heslin and one

cherished greatg r a n d d a u g h t e r, Rose Marie. He is also survived by his Goddaughter, Laura Newton and husband Christopher and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Sonny was predeceased by his dearest cousin, Jack Paolino, who was like a brother. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sonny’s memory may be made to the Bristol Fish & Game Club (https:// bristolfishandgame.com/), the American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 (https:// w w w. k i l t o n i c p o s t72. org/), Southington Elks Lodge 1669 (https:// w w w.e l k s .o r g / l o d g e s / home.cfm?lodge=1669) or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital ( h t t p s : // w w w . s t j u d e . org/). A funeral service with military honors will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 28th at the Plantsville Funeral Home, 975 S. Main St., Plantsville. Calling hours will be held before the service from 11 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

For online condolences and directions, please visit www. plantsvillefuneralhome. com.

Leo James Marquis SOUTHINGTON - Leo “James” Marquis, 84, of Southington, passed away at his home with his wife of 63 years by his side on Sunday, October 22, 2023. He was the loving husband of Doris (Garon) Marquis. He was born January 2, 1939 in Eagle Lake, ME and was the son of the late Gerard and Carmen (Robichaud) Marquis. James retired from Amodio Movers after many years and was a member of Central Baptist Church. In addition to his wife he leaves his two grandchildren, Kevin James Marquis, Jr. and his wife Daniele of Norwalk and Jordan Marquis of Southington.

He was predeceased by his son Kevin James Marquis. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 28th at 10:30 a.m. at Central Baptist Church, 1505 West St., Southington. Burial will follow at South End Cemetery. Calling hours will be prior to the service at the church from 9:30-10:30 a.m. The DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St., Southington, has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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Obituaries Roselie J. Livingston FARMINGTON - Roselie J. Livingston, 81, of Farmington, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2023. She was the wife of her late beloved William R. Livingston, Jr. She was also predeceased by her loving parents, Stanley and Mary Zyskowski; her brother and her rock, Stan; and her precious daughter, Lori.

Rose was creative in needlework, baking, crafting, gardening, and more. A longtime Southington resident, she was an active supporter of the Southington High School Marching Band, and enjoyed searching for more books to read and playing in card leagues with her friends. She was also the consummate practical joker -- ask her pals in the bandbackers about that time when...

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He was the oldest of the eleven children of Leo and Patricia (Gagnon) Michaud.

Marty is survived by his daughter Cristal Michaud, his granddaughter Sara Buchanan and his grandson Zachary Glennon, two brothers, six sisters and several nieces and nephews.

There are no funeral services.

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First Baptist Church of Southington will present its huge annual tag sale on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 581 Meriden Ave. Among the “treasures” to be sold at this church fundraiser are collectibles, jewelry, housewares, books, toys, holiday decorations, sporting goods, gardening items, tools and much more.

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to an ‘investigation’ of the matter, which has already party officers for defamation, been fully and publicly disaccording to the letter. closed, the Republican maAs a town employee, Ricciar- jority on the Town Council done has certain rights that would be politicizing a priAtkinson said were vate matter at taxpayer’s exsidestepped in a “scurrilous pense,” Cowles wrote on Oct. and entirely baseless accusa- 16. tion of corruption.”

She said an error in a DemoPossible investigation cratic press release was quickly corrected when unOn Oct. 16, Town Manager covered.

Mark Sciota said any investigation wouldn’t be conduct- The accusations in the press ed by the town. release, Atkinson wrote, may be part of an effort by elect“The department is outed officials to “target” Ricsourcing this investigation ciardone’s employment. and will have no further comments until it is con“To that end, we request cluded,” Sciota said. written assurances that Attorney Ricciardone’s public Town Council Chairwoman employment will be protectVictoria Triano said that ed from unlawful political state authorities would be influence both now and in determining who might un- the future,” Atkinson wrote. dertake such an investiga“We further request he be tion. indemnified for all costs asShe said the town would co- sociated with defending his rights.” operate with any investigation.

Questioning land deals, “That’s very serious. His legal career was on the line,” Triano said.

Erin Cowles, Southington Democratic Town Committee chairwoman, said the issue was a “private civil matter” for Ricciardone and doesn’t involve the town.

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space. The property was owned by William Dziedzic, a cousin of Ricciardone and a Republican councilor.

Republicans hold six of the nine council seats.

Democrats also questioned Dziedzic’s involvement in Ricciardone’s appointment to deputy town manager in August. Dziedzic abstained from the party-line council vote that appointed Ricciardone but not from the discussion that preceded it.

Republicans said Dziedzic cleared his actions with Town Attorney Lou Martocchio and that there was no conflict of interest.

Democrats said Dziedzic should have recused himself from the entire discussion.

In 2020, the council voted along party lines to purchase 1954 Mount Vernon Road from Precision Property Management, a company owned by Dziedzic and Joseph Calvanese III. Southington paid $130,000 for 16 acres. Dziedzic was not present for the council vote and said he’s also abstained from the negotiations leading up to the sale.

Democratic leaders have criticized local Republicans over land deals including the Press release and correction sale of a town councilor’s property on Mount Vernon In a press release on Sept.

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“At no time did Mr. Dziedzic or Mr. Ricciardone publicly inform taxpayers of their ownership,” the press release said.

Two days later on Sept. 20, the Democratic party issued a correction to the press release which removed the line about Ricciardone’s ownership.

A Record-Journal story from September about the issue didn’t name Ricciardone.

The ownership claim was quoted in Atkinson’s letter to the town as part of his complaint.

John Moise, Southington Democratic Town Committee treasurer, said the mistake was inadvertent and that the release was the collaboration of a number of people.

Ricciardone is listed as the agent of record for Precision Property Management LLC. Dziedzic said Ricciardone was his attorney years ago

and is still the agent of record listed for the LLC but that the two aren’t in a business relationship.

The agent of record, Dziedzic said, is a requirement for an LLC and just functions as an office to which legal correspondence is sent.

Town roles Town Attorney Lou Martocchio replaced Ricciardone as town attorney, a part-time position. Martocchio and Ricciardone worked together at the Martocchio & Oliveira law firm. Martocchio served for two terms as a Republican Town Council member after being appointed to fill a vacant council seat.

Before the appointment to deputy town manager, Ricciardone served as corporation counsel.

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State lawmakers want more property tax relief for vets

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sembly’s Office of Legislative Research, Connecticut first directed municipalities to exempt a portion of property tax for certain veterans in 1875 — two years before the last federal occupation troopers were withdrawn from former Confederate states.

Reducing that assessment by $1,000 to $349,000 would save the veteran owner $30.

CATHOLIC CEMETERIES ASSOCIATION Osten noted that many municipalities voluntarily inSPECIAL FAMILY OFFERS crease the exemption up-

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By 1890, according to OLR attorney Jess SchaefferHelmecki, the statute exempted $1,000 of a home and land’s assessed valuation from taxation.

“It’s pennies on the dollar,” said Rep. Anthony Nolan, DNew London, who is working with Osten on the tax rethe of a “For liefpurchase plan for veterans. mausoleum crypt those who signed up to fight And with the nation’s popu- But while $1,000 represented for our country, especially lation of veterans steadily those that are 100% disabled 30.2% of the median asshrinking, greater tax relief … we need to do a lot betsessed value back then, acmay be essential to ensure purchase of a ter.” cording to OLR, it is 0.29% of the military retirees remain in the current median of tandem mausoleum crypt Connecticut, Osten said. $350,000. That translates in- Though the bill Osten and Nolan plan to introduce to very small savings for “It’s a respect issue for me, when the regular 2024 Genqualified of finally recognizing whatCALL OURveterans.

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“How do we make tax breaks for fire and police but not for veterans?” added Nolan, a retired New London police officer.

The existing veterans property tax relief program is open to veterans who served during specific wartime periods, retired after 30 years or more of service, or have qualifying disabilities, according to state law.

proposal would make a real difference in encouraging veterans to retire in the state.

He added that many other states are recognizing the need to provide greater assistance to veterans to help reverse the shrinking numbers of people choosing military service.

This story originally appeared at ctmirror.org, the website of The Connecticut Mirror.

Osten said her proposal would not adjust these categories.

Dignity grows Tom Moore of Fairfield, department commander for the American Legion in Connecticut, said Osten’s

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Lic#580443. 203-2320257 or 860-810-4196.

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