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We thought you might find it helpful to understand the process we undertook to produce the Voter’s Guide. To begin, questions were drafted for the candidates based on information we thought would be helpful for voters to know.
The first meeting of the Polish Heritage Society was held on Tuesday, October 24, 2007. The group was co-founded by Harry Kozikowski and Mary Anne (Kelly) Zak, with a lot of help from Lorraine (Kulas) Rapacki.
REASONS 911 Hang-Up Abandoned VehicleAnimal Complaint Animal ImpoundArsonAssault/FightAssist CitizenAssist MotoristBackground InvestigationBody FoundBreach of PeaceBurglar Alarm BurglaryCar SeatCell Block CheckCivil MatterCommunity Policing – SchoolCommunity Policing ContactCVS Drop BoxDirected PatrolDisorderlyDomestic DisturbanceDrone UseDUI/Erratic Operation Escort TransportFingerprintsFire Dept. Box/Hazmat/Still/Confirmed/StructureFirearms SurrenderFollow UpFraudGeneral InformationHarassmentHazardous Condition Identity TheftIndecent Exposure/Sex OffenseIntoxicated PersonJuvenile MattersLarcenyLost/Found PropertyM/V Accident No Injury/Injury/Evading MedicalMentally Disturbed PersonMissing Person/RunawayMotor Vehicle PursuitMotor Vehicle TheftMotor Vehicle ViolationNarcotics ViolationNoise ComplaintNotificationOccupational AccidentOutside AssistParking ViolationProperty CheckPursuit ReviewRobberySexual AssaultSubpoena ServiceSudden DeathSuicide AttemptSuspicious ActivitySuspicious PersonSuspicious VehicleThreateningTown OrdinanceTraffic Control/School TrafficTrainingTrespassingUse of Force – AdminVandalismWarrant ServiceWelfare CheckTOTAL: 1,860# OF CALLS2326500034101012201021870112713018127250063831720141616938000251023019176500100119418009013410120
REASONSStructure fireMobile property (vehicle) fireNatural Vegetation fireEmergency medical service (EMS) incidentCombustible/flammable spills & leaksChemical release, reaction or toxic conditionElectrical wiring/equipment problemService call, otherPerson in distressWater problemSmoke, odor problemPublic service assistanceUnauthorized burningDispatched and canceled en routeWrong location, no emergency foundSteam, other gas mistaken for smokeFalse alarm and false call, otherSystem or detector malfunctionUnintentional system/detector operation (no fire)TOTAL: 53# OF CALLS11122122221111142917
Mutual Aid Given: 1Mutual Aid Received 2
The October National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire Prevention Week slogan for this year is “CHARGE into Fire Safety – Lithium-ion Batteries in Your Home.” Lithium-Ion batteries are used to power many kinds of devices including smart phones, laptops, e-scooters and e-bikes, e-cigarettes, smoke alarms, toys, cordless vacuum cleaners, power tools, vehicles, and countless other items. These batteries store a large amount of energy in a small amount of space. If not used correctly or damaged these batteries can catch fire or explode.
The Municipal Election will be held on November 4 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Suffield Middle School.Early Voting – In-person early voting will be held at the Suffield Town Hall from October 20 through November 2 (Monday through Sunday) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (except on 10/28 & 10/30, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.)”Absentee Ballot Voting – For electors who expect to be unable to appear in person to cast their vote because of active military service, absence from town, sickness, religious tenets or physical disability. Applications are available on line or from the Town Clerk.Voter Registration – For U.S. citizens who will be 18 years old by Election Day, In-person registration is available at Town Hall: (1) during regular business hours, (2) October 17 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and (3) on Election Day at Same Day Registration held in the Registrar’s office from 6 a.m. to 8p.m. Mail-in and on-line registration deadline is midnight October 17 (VoterRegistration.CT.Gov).
Too busy to look up what’s going on in town? This article covers selected information from the minutes of various Town Boards and Commissions.
Every day the world seems more worrisome, so it’s important to remember that the way we treat others, the way we speak to and act around our kids, is an important model for them. Whether it’s the vocabulary we use, the emotions we demonstrate, the empathy we show or even the interests we practice, children imitate and learn from us whether we are aware or not.
Suffield is home to an incredible variety of businesses, each bringing unique services, flavors, and experiences to our community. To celebrate and support these businesses, the Town of Suffield features a Local Business Spotlight each month on the town website – SuffieldCT.
The Friends of Kent Memorial Library are pleased to report that we have had another successful book sale this year. All the money made from the sale is used to support Kent Memorial Library programs and purchase materials for the library throughout the year.