Tuesday, August 30, 2011

The Editor's Notepod, Tues., Aug. 30, 2011

Schools in Meriden and Wallingford out for a second day because of Irene. This is a tough way to start off a school year, but we’ve no doubt teachers and students will be able to make up for the late start in short order.

Cheshire’s Town Council has finalized its capital budget, including necessary funding for the wastewater treatment plant upgrade, which will enable it to remove phosphorus, as is legally required, as well as modernize equipment. The display of partisanship seems a little unnecessary.

Connecticut Senator Joe Lieberman is still receiving contributions to a non-existent campaign. It’s curious to see what investment decisions are made and how they work ot.

Cats and people were rescued from a fire on Randolph Avenue in Meriden, Monday morning. The accident shows how dangerous candles can be, though, and why they should never be left untended.

With many traffic lights out in Meriden due to power losses, people by and large seem to be behaving well at intersections and taking turns.

Among other items funded by the State Bond Commission this week was streetscape improvements for Meriden. This $1.2 million project includes sidewalk repairs, roadway improvements and traffic signals designed to improve pedestrian and vehicle safety.

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