Wallingford: the rejection of an Ethics Board member for reappointment has thrown fat into the fire, seems to me. Is it fair to assume that the proposed change to the charter regarding contributions applies to the Ethics Board. How about the other more active town bodies? These things have traditionally been partisan in nature. Is that to end?
Wallingford: the public is not much enchanted with some of the projected cuts. Why the VNA should have been chosen either for reduction or defense is a bit strange.
Meriden: The plan to make police cruisers go green is good. The reduction in the gasoline to keep all the special equipment up to date should be fairly significant.
Southington: State House passes the Greenway Commons bill unanimously. That’s a good deal.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
The Editor's Notepod, Wed., Apr. 29, 2009
Southington: The status of Chief Daly, or at least his popularity, is decided. As noted, there is much work to be done to repair the relationship between chief and the force. While the charter revision folks may change something, there’s nothing to be gained by waiting.
Wallingford: It is good to see that the town Council has done the right thing by the testament of Mrs. Juul regarding her gift to animal welfare. The point about future donations was not lost on councilors, regardless of the legalities.
Wallingford: the closing of the Saturn dealership is too bad but, considering GM’s intentions, entirely understandable. The dealership, Executive Auto Group, seems to be doing as well as it can by employees. Too bad, really, as I recall what a fine experiment Saturn was when the brand was created.
State: Bottle bill case. One can see why bottlers are angry about having to turn over the unclaimed deposits on bottles to the state; they may have become very fond of that little nest egg over the years. What’s harder to figure is why the state ever let them keep the small change in the first place. It’s a good example of why issues should be dealt with when they arise.
Wallingford: It is good to see that the town Council has done the right thing by the testament of Mrs. Juul regarding her gift to animal welfare. The point about future donations was not lost on councilors, regardless of the legalities.
Wallingford: the closing of the Saturn dealership is too bad but, considering GM’s intentions, entirely understandable. The dealership, Executive Auto Group, seems to be doing as well as it can by employees. Too bad, really, as I recall what a fine experiment Saturn was when the brand was created.
State: Bottle bill case. One can see why bottlers are angry about having to turn over the unclaimed deposits on bottles to the state; they may have become very fond of that little nest egg over the years. What’s harder to figure is why the state ever let them keep the small change in the first place. It’s a good example of why issues should be dealt with when they arise.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
The Editor's Notepod, Tues., Apr. 28, 2009
Southington: The education budget. The stage is being set for an effort to have the Council override the Board of Finance.
Meriden: the swine flu outbreak demonstrates an excellent reason for Protein Science to go forward with its manufacturing facility, which has been discussed but is a way from being reality. It’s good to know they’re confident they can produce a vaccine.
Wallingford: The Charter Revision Commission unanimously forwards its recommendations to the Town Council, tossing the ball neatly into its lap.
Meriden: The MHA, with only three members present, seemed to be a little stalled on action.
Meriden: it’s early to say, though late in the budget game, but the various unions appear to be considering the issue presented by their contracts. Let’s not cut it too fine: the budget must be set Monday.
Meriden: the swine flu outbreak demonstrates an excellent reason for Protein Science to go forward with its manufacturing facility, which has been discussed but is a way from being reality. It’s good to know they’re confident they can produce a vaccine.
Wallingford: The Charter Revision Commission unanimously forwards its recommendations to the Town Council, tossing the ball neatly into its lap.
Meriden: The MHA, with only three members present, seemed to be a little stalled on action.
Meriden: it’s early to say, though late in the budget game, but the various unions appear to be considering the issue presented by their contracts. Let’s not cut it too fine: the budget must be set Monday.
Monday, April 27, 2009
The Editor's Notepod, Mon., Apr. 27, 2009
Wallingford: The Connecticut Hospital Association is working with NAACP to help close the gap in treatment and access at hospitals. It’s going to be a tough job, but one which must be attempted.
Wallingford: citizens will have the opportunity Monday evening to offer their own input into the Charter Revision process as the commission moves to within sight of the finish line.
Wallingford: citizens will have the opportunity Monday evening to offer their own input into the Charter Revision process as the commission moves to within sight of the finish line.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
The Editor's Notepod, Sun., Apr. 26, 2009
State: Members of the Congressional delegation discuss earmarks. The Doubting Thomases and the rest of the “Mad as Hell” gang should look at the list and see if they’d rather forgo the local projects so that some other district can get more. This is just the way things are likely to go on working. So one can be continually angry, or just try to work to keep the system under some sort of reasonable control.
Meriden: the Carabetta folks are suggesting that they might do better with the Chamberlain Heights than the Jonathan Rose organization which is seeking a third partner. Is the Housing Authority ready to consider the option.
Southington: There will be another parking assessment downtown. It’s acknowledged as a less-than-perfect tool, but it will be a new tool. Participation is therefore encouraged.
Meriden: the Carabetta folks are suggesting that they might do better with the Chamberlain Heights than the Jonathan Rose organization which is seeking a third partner. Is the Housing Authority ready to consider the option.
Southington: There will be another parking assessment downtown. It’s acknowledged as a less-than-perfect tool, but it will be a new tool. Participation is therefore encouraged.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
The Editor's Notepod, Sat., Apr. 25, 2009
Southington: DCF changes mission of the controversial group home from boys to girls, and plans for regular liaison with community. No one’s happy. Doubtful that the state’s use of this home will make anyone happy. That’s why the law allows the state to bypass local zoning, which, as one can see, has no trouble, in general, saying “no” to anything a neighborhood dislikes.
Meriden: the GOP flame-out regarding Chris Donovan’s campaign chair is off target, considering the circumstances.
Southington: an affordable housing decision trumps Planning and Zoning Commission decision after two years. There’s a need to work with affordable housing plans.
Meriden: the GOP flame-out regarding Chris Donovan’s campaign chair is off target, considering the circumstances.
Southington: an affordable housing decision trumps Planning and Zoning Commission decision after two years. There’s a need to work with affordable housing plans.
Friday, April 24, 2009
The Editor's Notepod, Fri., Apr. 24, 2009
Southington: One has to respect Superintendent Erardi for wanting to inform the individuals affected by budget cuts personally, before it’s published.
Cheshire: school system parents and teachers switch from PTA to PTO. It is interesting to have to distinction, of which we were vaguely award, spelled out so clearly.
Cheshire: school system parents and teachers switch from PTA to PTO. It is interesting to have to distinction, of which we were vaguely award, spelled out so clearly.
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