Mid December 2006 Municipal News and Events
Mayor’s Corner - Meriden
Dear Friends,
I want to wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season. We had a beautiful night for Christmas at the Park and hundreds of people enjoyed some holiday cheer with us. Congressman-elect Chris Murphy and Santa himself made special visits. We will also ring out our Bicentennial year as we ring in the new year. Whether it was the gala at the castle, the Hooters, the parade, the interfaith celebration, the school performers, the Black Expo, the Hispanic celebration, or rock legend, Chuck Berry, the proud memories will last a lifetime. Happy 200th Birthday Meriden!
The linear trail along the Quinnipiac River will officially open on December 16th. The trail begins at historic Red Bridge and winds along the Quinnipiac River into Cheshire. Enjoy the recent mild temperature and take a walk on our new beautiful trail.
I also encourage all our citizens and neighbors to visit the fabulous silver light display at Hubbard Park. This wonderful light display at Hubbard Park is something we can all be proud of.
Hunter’s, the Meriden Fire and Police Departments, and the South Meriden Volunteer Fire Department are once again orchestrating the Spirit of Giving Campaign. Families throughout our community will be greeted by Christmas carolers, gifts and holiday cheer. It truly is a special night in our city. I thank all the volunteers who gave so generously to this event. This is what Christmas and the holiday season is all about. I am proud that Meriden citizens are so generous in lending a helping hand to those in need and truly recognizing the importance of giving during the holiday season.
Once again, the Meriden YMCA will be hosting a holiday dinner Christmas day at the downtown YMCA, 110 West Main Street. Anyone looking for a great meal and some holiday camaraderie is welcome to attend this free event on Christmas Day. Or if you are looking to volunteer, please feel free to call the Meriden YMCA at 203-235-6386 or come down on Christmas morning. My family and I look forward to helping out at the Meriden YMCA on Christmas Day.
Enjoy the holidays and Happy New Year!
Your friend,
Mark Benigni
Important News from the Meriden Board of Education
Dear Parents and Staff:
I am providing you with notification that initial radon-in-air testing will be conducted from December 18-21, 2006 in your school. According to Connecticut General Statute 10-220(d), schools are required to inspect and evaluate the indoor quality of school buildings by 2008. This required inspection and evaluation of indoor air quality includes evaluation of radon in air and water. An independent testing company, EnviroScience Consultants, will conduct the initial radon testing. To test for radon in the air, small round canisters similar to the size of hockey pucks containing charcoal will be placed in each of the occupied rooms that are in contact with the ground. These canisters will be left in place for about three school days. You will be informed of radon test results and interpretations as soon as possible. In the event that high radon levels are found, steps will be taken to correct the problem using methods suggested by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. Thank you for your cooperation regarding this testing.
Sincerely,
Glen A. Lamontgne
Assistant Superintendent
For Finance and Administration
Mayor’s Corner –Wallingford
Dear Friends:
We thank the Public Celebrations Committee, the Parks and Recreation Department and Wallingford Center Inc. for the wonderful Season of Celebration held on December 2nd. The Town is so fortunate that these organizations and employees were able to host and plan a fun filled time for all. Just think, out of 169 cities, towns and villages, we had Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, Frosty and Rudolph all in Wallingford! Think of all the places they could have been and we had them here with us. Incredible! This is a special time of year. We have so much to be thankful for that it is important to share our good fortunes with others. Whether in the forum of a gift or a smile, sharing is the key for everyone. To qualify as nice, you must share. So when the list of who is naughty or nice is completed, you can really add points for nice by sharing! Please have a very healthy holiday season, Merry Christmas and happy Hanukkah.
Sincerely,
William W. Dickinson, Jr.
Mayor
CITY OF MERIDEN EVENTS
HOLIDAY VACATION WEEK CAMP
Post-Christmas plans consist of endless television watching? The Recreation Division’s “Holiday Vacation Week Camp” is just the thing to add some excitement to the final days of 2006. The program will meet from 9:15AM-3:00PM at Ben Franklin School from December 26th-29th. It features games, puzzles, educational sessions, arts & crafts, and videos in addition to hiking, swimming, roller skating, & arcade field trips. Boys & girls currently in grades 1-5 are eligible to attend. Beginning December 4th, interested participants can register at the Parks & Recreation office. The cost is $40.00 for the week. Please register soon, as there are only 40 openings available for the program.
SILVER LIGHTS BUS TOUR
Want to see the very best Meriden has to offer in lights & decorations? On Wednesday, December 20th at 6:30PM, the guided “Silver Lights Bus Tour” of the city’s top holiday attractions will leave the Meriden Senior Center on West Main Street. Featured destinations include Hubbard Park, City Hall, South Meriden’s Main Street, and the best-decorated homes in the city. Interested participants must register with the Parks & Recreation office(460 Liberty Street) by December 18th. A $5.00 per participant reservation fee, refundable only in-person on the tour, must be paid either at the office or by mail. Special thanks are extended to Kogut’s Florist for sponsoring this event.
2006-2007 CO-ED ADULT VOLLEYBALL PROGRAM
Organized recreational volleyball games for adults ages 18 & older takes place every Tuesday night at Holy Angels Center in South Meriden from 6:00-9:00PM. The program runs through March 27th. A one-time $25.00 registration fee can be paid onsite any night the program is in session. Please note the program will not meet on Tuesday, December 26th.
INDOOR PUBLIC SWIM PROGRAM
The 2006-2007 Indoor Public Swim Program takes place at the Maloney HS pool on the following dates & times: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:30-7:45PM and Saturdays & Sundays from 12:00-3:45PM.
All interested participants must possess a valid pool pass. Available for purchase at the Parks & Recreation office, passes cost $5.00 for adults and $1.00 for children ages 17 & under. Potential recipients must come to the office in-person and bring proof of Meriden residency to receive a pass. 2007 passes are now on sale at the office.
38TH ANNUAL BERNIE JURALE MEMORIAL TRADITION RUN
The 38th Annual Bernie Jurale Memorial Tradition Run will take place at Hubbard Park on Sunday, January 21st. Registration begins at 9:30AM in the Parks Division maintenance facility. The walkers’ start is at 10:00AM, while the joggers & runners begin at 10:30AM. Walkers, hikers, joggers, & runners of all ages and abilities are invited to test their skills against a 5K course that begins in the park proper and climbs an elevation of approximately 700 feet to its finish at Castle Craig. All persons finishing the course will receive a certificate and special gift. There is no entry fee, and refreshments will be available throughout the morning. Come enjoy Meriden’s premier running event!
Wallingford Senior Center News for December Edition
DISCOVER MediBlue HMO on Monday, December 18, 1:00 p.m.
Join us for a seminar about ANTHEM BLUE CROSS & BLUE SHIELD’s new Medicare Advantage plan called MediBlue HMO. HMO’s are required to provide coverage that traditional Medicare would and often feature extras such as vision and hearing benefits. Some plans include prescription drug coverage. Learn more over coffee and donuts. Please call the Wallingford Senior Center at 265-7753 to sign up today! Open to the public.
GETTING THE MOST OUT OF MEDICARE PART D
Medicare’s Prescription Drug Plan open enrollment started November 15 and ends December 31. Now is the time to evaluate your current plan—has it met your needs this year? Medicare recommends taking this quick Rx Enrollment Checkup. If you are satisfied with your plan, you do not have to do anything to re-enroll. Take a few minutes now and ask yourself these three questions:
COST: Will your premium and costs change in 2007?
COVERAGE: Do you need more coverage in 2007? Will the prescription drugs you take be covered by your plan in 2007?
CUSTOMER SERVICE: Are you satisfied with your plan’s service?
Enroll early to make sure you can get the prescriptions you need on January 1, 2007. For more information, call Social Worker, Marie Cunha at the Senior Center or call Medicare at 1-800-633-4227. Compare plans at www.medicare.gov. Information obtained from: SHIPresourcecenter@air.org
DON’T BE LEFT OUT IN THE COLD! CT ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Wallingford Senior Center takes applications for energy assistance for Wallingford residents, age 60 and over. The program provides financial assistance to income-eligible households to pay for a portion of their heating costs during the winter months. Income limits are $27,867.32 for a single person and $36,441.88 for two people. There are asset limits.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants MUST bring (2) photocopies of the following documents:
Year 2006 Social Security check amount (copy of recent check, or most recent bank statement showing deposited amount, or Social Security “2006 New Benefit” letter.)
Most recent checking, savings, CD, annuity, stock, bond documents.
2006 year-to-date pension or annuity dividends and/or interest income.
Four most recent pay stubs, if employed.
Rental Income – rent stub or copy of check deposited into bank account.
Driver’s license or birth certificate.
Most recent heat utility bill.
Electric bill.
Applications are by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 265-7753.
LITERARY MAGAZINE: The Literary Committee has completed the November issue of Mirrors of Life: Prose/Art/Poetry, the Senior Center’s literary magazine. Copies are available. We thank you all for your submissions. Due to limited space, not all submissions were included in this issue, but they will appear in our next magazine. Future issues of our literary magazine also will include interviews of members of the Wallingford Senior Center. Finally, if anyone is interested in a creative writing class, we plan to form one later this winter. Please sign up at the Senior Center (265-7753) if you would like to participate.
INCLEMENT WEATHER NOTICE
In the event of inclement weather, we urge you to watch WVIT-Channel 30, WTNH-Channel 8 or WFSB-TV Channel 3 for information on the cancellation of activities at the Wallingford Senior Center. If the Center should remain open in questionable weather and you are unsure as to whether you should venture out, we urge you to consider your own safety and well being and remain at home. We will make every effort to reschedule to a later date any event or activity that may have to be postponed.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! From:The Wallingford Senior Center Staff And The Wallingford Committee on Aging
MAX E. MURAVNICK MERIDEN SENIOR CITIZENS’ CENTER
The Max E. Muravnick Meriden Senior Citizens’ Center is open to all Meriden residents age 60 and over. Membership is free of charge and new members may sign-up any weekday between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. by presenting a driver’s license or other proof of age. New members receive an information package about senior services and a coupon entitling them to one complimentary lunch in our Senior Community Café. Sign-up today and find out about all that is offered for Meriden seniors at the Max E. Muravnick Senior Center!
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Senior Center members will again take part in the Silver Lights Bus Tour of the City of Meriden on Wednesday, December 20 sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department. Buses will leave the Senior Center at 6:00 PM to see all of Meriden’s holiday decorations. Featured highlights include Hubbard Park, City Hall, Midtown Plaza, Broad Street and the best-decorated houses in the city. Call the Parks and Recreation Department at 630-4259 by December 18 to sign-up for this holiday activity. There is a $5 reservation fee refundable when you arrive for the tour.
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Holiday entertainment at the Senior Center will include performances by Jill Riggles on Wednesday, December 20 at 11:00 AM for a Holiday Sing-a-long and Lori Fogler on Thursday, December 21 at 10:30 AM for our Holiday Celebration Luncheon. The Holiday Celebration Luncheon will feature roast turkey with gravy, stuffing, whipped potatoes, cranberry sauce, broccoli spears, dinner roll and holiday ice cream for dessert. Sign-up for the Holiday Celebration Luncheon by calling our Senior Community Café at 235-8052.
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Our Holiday Dinner Dance will be held on Thursday, December 21 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM. Entertainment will be provided by the Vinnie Carr Band. The dinner menu, served from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, will be roast beef with chef’s special sauce, baked potato with sour cream and chives, green beans almondine, dinner roll and strawberry layer cake. Tickets are available now at the Senior Center for $6 per person for Meriden residents. Get your ticket today and join us for our Holiday Dinner Dance!
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Best wishes for a happy holiday season from the members and staff of the Max E. Muravnick Senior Citizens’ Center!
John F. Hogarth , Senior Center Director
Town of Wallingford Closings
The following sites will be CLOSED on Monday, DECEMBER 25, 2006, in observance of the CHRISTMAS holiday and also on Monday, JANUARY 1, 2007 in observance of NEW YEAR'S DAY:Wallingford Town Offices; Resident Disposal Center; Recycling Center and Compost Center
Wallingford Park and Recreation News and Events
OUTDOOR PUBLIC ICE SKATING AT TOWN OPEN SPACE AT CHESHIRE ROAD
Public Works in conjunction with the Parks and Recreation Department will be offering free public skate at the Town Open Space at Cheshire Road this winter. Ice will be monitored by the public works department – however skating will be at your own risk. Skating will be open weekdays and weekends during the day, no night skating at this time. LOOK FOR FLYERS THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOLS FOR A FAMILY SPECIAL EVENT TO BE HELD IN FEBRUARY... WE NEED TO BE ASSURED WE’RE GOING TO HAVE ICE.... Town Open Space at Cheshire Road is located on
the corner of Schoolhouse and Cheshire Road. For more information please call 294-2120
ICE SKATING AT CHOATE ROSEMARY
This year skating tags will go on sale Wednesday November 15, 2006.at 9:00am at the Recreation Dept. At the time of this printing session days and times have not been determined. A complete schedule will be available at registration.
Who you need to know at Wallingford Park and Recreation - 294-2120
Department Staff:
Director: John Gawlak CPRP
Supt. of Recreation: Michelle Bjorkman
Recreation Programs
Specialist: Vacant
Recreation Facilities Coord.: Jim Sayre
Account Clerk: Jennifer Griswold
Senior Clerk: Joanne Vass
Clerk Typist II: Janet Moore
Front office Staff: Melaine Pfister
Mary Anne Heidgerd
Dee Trutnau
Marianne Arnold
Michelle Mele
Dominick Riveccio
Lauren Montano
Grace Kopakow
Paula Knecht
Amy Vass
Therapeutic Spec: Kathy Radzuinas, CTRS
Health Fitness: Kelli Montgomery
Early ChildHood: Debbie Tansino
Childcare: Nancy Cook
Aquatics: Francis Sadowski
Crafts: Kim Larkin
Fine Arts: Rashmi Talpade
Quick Reference: Town of Wallingford Departments and Services
SHIRLEY GIANOTTI MUNICIPAL ANIMAL SHELTER
5 Pent Road
(203) 294-2180
Fax: (203) 294-2181
Animal Control Officer:
Impound strays dogs.
Remove animals struck on roads and take to veterinarian when necessary.
Answer complaints about barking and roaming dogs.
Issue infraction tickets when necessary.
Quarantine biting dogs/cats.
Find homes for unclaimed dogs/cats. Visit PetFinder.com for further information about animals available for adoption.
Euthanize dogs/cats that are not claimed or adopted or are sick and injured.
Maintain animal shelter, including building and grounds.
Assistants are on 24-hour emergency call.
Give lectures and tours to scouts on animal care.
From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., capture sick wildlife and take to vet.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
45 South Main Street, Room #G-40
(203) 294-2005
Building Official, Housing Code Administrator &
Zoning Enforcement Officer: Richard F. Boyne, III
Answer homeowners' , architects' and builders' code questions.
Review all building and site plans for new or remodeling construction so as to comply with building, fire and zoning regulations.
Review permit applications.
Issue: (a) building permits, (b) Certificate of Occupancy (C.O.'s), (c) Housing Code Certificates of Compliance (C of C's) Conduct all required inspections.
Final certificate inspection.
Respond and check out zoning complaints.
See that housing code is complied with.
Process applications and follow through same for Zoning Board of Appeals.
Check for condemnation of buildings.
Assistant Building, Plumbing, and Heating Inspector: Alexander Kischkum
Answer homeowners, builders and architects with plumbing, heating and air conditioning code questions. Review building plans for heat, plumbing, and air conditioning.
Issue: (a) mechanical permits, (b) building permits, (c) permits and inspect coal, woodstoves and inserts
Conduct all required inspections.
Building Code Inspector: Peter LeClerc
Inspect:
Investigate complaints regarding residential code violation.
Issue: (a) rooming house permits, (b) Certificate of Compliance
Electrical Inspector: Louis Genovese
Review building plans for electrical installations.
Issue electric permits. Inspect all electrical installations for code compliance.
Assist Fire Prevention Bureau in detecting cause of fires. Work closely with Electric Division on service installations.
CIVIL PREPAREDNESS
280 Washington Street
(203) 294-2010
Director: Ernest W. Frattini, Sr.
Deputy Director: John Bonini
The Director is responsible for the safety, welfare and protection of the Town residents and property under the Federal and State Office of Emergency Management, DCPA acts.
Provides training programs, essential services, supplies and overall supervision of programs designed to safeguard against natural disasters.
The Director is directly responsible to the Mayor.
WALLINGFORD COMMUNITY DAY CARE CENTER
80 Wharton Brook Drive
(203) 294-4176 Fax: (203) 741-0896
Director: Kathleen M. Queen
Wallingford Community Day Care Center is a nonprofit state-funded day care center serving 45 children (40 of whom are funded) ranging from 3 to 5 years of age. The Center offers a full-day education program. Open 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Priority enrollment is given to the single working parent residing in Wallingford and fees are based on a sliding scale according to family size and income.
The Day Care Center also operates a nonprofit before/after school facility supported entirely by parent fees and donated services. Children of working parents residing in Wallingford in 1st through 5th grades are eligible. This recreational program operates 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. during the school year as well as 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. during school vacations and summers.
The Center also operates an infant/toddler facility for children aged 6 weeks to 3 years. It serves up to 24 children (14 of whom are funded) and offers developmentally appropriate educational program.
DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING
45 South Main Street, Room #203
(203) 294-2035 Fax: (203) 294-2107
Town Engineer: John P. Thompson, P.E.
Asst. Town Engineer: Robert V. Baltramaitis, P.E.
Construction Inspector: Sal Sandillo, NICET
1. Assist public with:
Complaints about sidewalks
Marking the street lines at their properties
Making tax assessor and topographic maps
Drainage concerns Site-line problems
Private storm drainage connections in Town’s system
Attendance at neighborhood meetings on Town projects
2. Assist developers and contractors with:
Plan reviews
Issuing street excavation permits
Inspection of new subdivision roads
Providing vertical and horizontal control for construction Bond compliance issues
3. Assist other Town departments with:
Review of applications for P&Z, Inland-Wetlands & ZBA Maintenance of listing for public and private roads Legal descriptions for municipal properties Preparation of contract documents for Municipal Improvement projects Survey/layout and control for municipal construction projects Serves the Legal Traffic Authority as technical staff Providing survey, mapping and engineering services to all Town departments
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
45 South Main Street, Room #306
(203) 294-2040
Office of the Comptroller
Comptroller: James Bowes
Deputy Comptroller:
Town Treasurer: Peter Murphy
Internal Auditor: Robert F. Ronstrom
Accountant: Thomas Thompson
1. Chief financial officer of the Town of Wallingford.
2. Provides financial management and administration and is head of the Department of Finance.
3. Maintains records showing financial condition of all departments and agencies of the Town.
4. Provides in-house accounting and financial service to Town departments
5. Has custody of and handles disbursement of all funds and money.
6. Has control over expenditures.
7. Handles all other such duties as may be required by ordinance or resolution of the Council.
ASSESSOR
45 South Main Street, Room #101
294-2001
Assessor: Shelby Jackson
Chief Appraiser: Dennis Hlavac
1. Receives applications for
Elderly freeze, homeowner, rentals and tax deferrals
Totally disable
Blind
Farm and forest land exemptions
Dairy farm and fruit orchard abatements
Exemption on poultry, livestock and farm machinery
Additional Veterans exemptions
Manufacturing machinery and equipment exemptions
2. Declaration of personal property: Manufacturers, Merchants and traders
3. Copying of official office records: Property owners' record cards; Real, personal and motor vehicle abstract records
4. Information about assessments, property location, property sales, current owners of property.
5. Assists Taxpayers with all functions of the Assessment and Exemption Process.
6. Inspections: Requested inspections; Building permit inspections; Real estate inspections; Personal property inspections
BUREAU of PURCHASES
45 South Main Street, Room #206
294-2115
Purchasing Agent: Sal Amadeo
Buyers: Stan Brace and Sandra Smith
1. Plans and provides for open competitive ding and purchasing of materials, equipment and services for Town departments.
2. Provides information about bid projects, due dates and bid results
3. Addresses vendor and public inquiries and furnishes information related to procurement items.
4. Analyzes bid results and awards contracts.
5. Maintains vendor bid lists and ensures impartial and equal treatment of all vendors who wish to do business with the Town.
6. Exercises authority to enter into contracts.
7. Ensures compliance with governing laws and regulations of public purchasing.
8. Disburses Petty Cash.
9. Maintains registration of all Town-owned vehicles.
10. Conducts surplus property disposition and reviews moveable equipment inventory.
TAX OFFICE/CENTRAL SERVICES
45 South Main Street, Room #209
294-2135 Fax: 294-2137
Tax Collector: Richard J. Piekarski, C.C.M.C.
Assistant to the Tax Collector: Jo-Anne Rusczek
1. The Tax Collector is responsible for the billing and collection of all taxes. Residents can also make electric and water payments.
2. It is encouraged that payments be mailed to the Tax Office at 45 South Main Street (P. O. Box 5003), Wallingford, CT 06492.
3. Oversees the Central Service Office, which handles mail, xerographic and offset duplicating for all departments.
4. For questions about:
assessments and exemptions, contact the Assessor's Office, 45 South Main St., Room 101, phone 294-2001.
taxes, interest and payments, contact the Tax Office.
Electric bills, contact the Electric Division, 45 So. Main St., Room 204, phone 294-2020.
Water bills, contact the Water/Sewer Division, 377 So. Cherry Street, phone 949-2660.
FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU
75 Masonic Avenue
(203) 294-2766 Fax: (203) 294-2736
Fire Marshal: Joseph P. Micalizzi, Jr.
Fire Inspectors: Richard B. Forman
Mike Gudelski
Investigates, records and reports the cause and origin of all fires and explosions within the Town.
Conducts inspections of:
all occupancies, outdoor amusements, facilities of public service and buildings as governed by the Fire Safety Code;
all propane, flammable and combustible liquid storage,dispensing and transport vehicles and facilities.
Industrial and commercial facilities and enforces hazardous materials notification laws.
Issues permits for use of fireworks, special effects, blasting agents and controlled open burning.
Coordinates the abatement of fire hazards with the Department of Labor for all industrial occupancies.
Conducts building, site and protection systems plan reviews to determine compliance with codes and regulations.
Provides public education, juvenile fire setter and safety programs.
DEPARTMENT OF FIRE SERVICES
Central Fire Headquarters
75 Masonic Avenue
(203) 294-2730 (Non-Emergency)
Fax: (203) 294-2736
Fire Chief: Peter J. Struble
Deputy Fire Chief: Guy Casanova
Assistant Chief: David Berardesca
Liaison with Police and civilian dispatchers to ensure high quality fire and emergency medical dispatching through centralized 911 Center located at the Police Department.
Provides emergency paramedic services at the Paramedic, Ambulance Transport, and Emergency First Responder/Defibrillator levels.
Public fire and emergency medical education.
Hazardous materials Emergency First Responder and local contact for Local Emergency Planning Committee. LEPC Guide to a Hazardous Material Emergency
Technical rescue services including confine space entry capabilities.
Responds to fires, accidents and all other emergencies.
Fire prevention surveys and fire preplanning.
Standby at large community functions.
General assistance daily to citizens whenever requested.
Works with local industries to develop emergency plans and conduct emergency drills.
The schedule for volunteer meetings is as follows:
The North Farms Volunteer Fire Company meets Monday nights at 7:00 p.m. at 636 Barnes Rd.
The Yalesville Volunteer Fire Company meets Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. at 143 Hope Hill Rd.
The East Wallingford Fire Company meets Tuesday night at 7:00 p.m. at 2 Kondracki Lane.
GOVERNMENT ACCESS TELEVISION
David Doherty Municipal Building 6 Fairfield Boulevard
(203) 294-2199 Fax: (203) 294-2199
Manager: Scott A. Hanley
Manages the local government access cable television channel.
Produces and distributes video programming about government services and programs.
Monitors telecommunications legislation and regulation.
Government Access Television telecasts programming in Wallingford on Comcast Communications cable television position #20.
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
45 South Main Street, Room #215
(203) 294-2065 Fax: (203) 294-2064
Director: Eloise Hudd, R.S., M.P.H.
Town Sanitarian: George S. Yasensky, R.S.
Assistant Sanitary Inspector: Wendy Kudzma
The Health Department provides all services required by the CT General Statutes and enforces both CT State Regulations and Local Ordinances. We are available to provide educational presentations upon request.
Environmental Health Functions
- Food Protection, Licensing and Food Handler Education
- Subsurface Sewage (Septic) Inspections and Permitting
- Private Well Water Permitting and Approval
- Lyme Disease Tick Identification and Education
- West Nile Virus (WNV) Surveillance and Education
- General Nuisance Complaints:
- Garbage
- Stagnant water/mosquito breeding sites
- Rodent Infestations
- Rabies Prevention Education and Coordination with Animal Control
- Public Swimming Pool Registration and Inspections
- Day Care Center Inspections
Health Statistics, Surveillance and Monitoring
- Quarterly statistics are reported to the Wallingford Board of Health, including School Health
Data
- Participates in the Health Alert Network (HAN)
Emergency Medical Services
- Active member of the LEPC
- Coordinates with the Fire Department for Ambulance Services
Contract Services Provided by:
Wallingford VNA
135 North Plains Industrial Rd.
Phone: 203-269-1475
Fax: 203-265-5357
- Home Care Visits
- Confidential Communicable Disease Education and Surveillance
- Women Infant and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program
- Community Nursing
- Pediatric Dental Health
- Immunizations
- Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention/Blood Screening
- Child Health Clinics
- Support Groups: Hep C, Mothers Group, Single Parents Group, and others
- Educational Services
Flu and pneumonia vaccines are available. Clinics may be scheduled. Call the VNA (203-269-1475) for more information.
WALLINGFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY
45 Tremper Drive (P.O. Box 415)
(203) 269-5173 Fax: (203) 269-5150
Director: Stephen Nere
1. Provision and maintenance of moderate income and elderly rental housing units.
Moderate Rental
# of Units
MR - 8A Ulbrich Heights
MR - 46 Ulbrich Heights Ext. 44
88
Elderly Rental # of Units
East Side Terrace
South Side Terrace
McGuire Court
McGuire Court
McKenna Court
Savage Commons
30
40
50
30
35
2. Provision of maintenance of "GAP" housing, units rent above the moderate income but below fair market rent.
GAP Housing # of Units
Ridgeland Road 32
3. Administer 25 Section 8 Certificates.
INLAND WETLANDS & WATERCOURSES COMMISSION
45 South Main Street, Room #G-40
294-2093
Environmental and Natural Resources Planner: Erin O'Hare
Review and approve applications which are environmentally sensitive - including but not limited to: wetlands impact, stream & waterbody encroachment, storm run-off impact.
Enforce inland wetlands regulations and approved permit conditions.
Act as staff liaison to Town Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission (IWWC).
Assist applicants with technical advice and provide the public with guidance and information regarding wetlands issues.
DEPARTMENT OF LAW
45 South Main Street, Room #308
(203) 294-2140 Fax: (203) 294-2112
Town Attorney: Janis M. Small
Assistant Town Attorney: Gerald E. Farrell, Sr.
Corporation Counsel: Adam Mantzaris
1. The Department of Law:
Is the legal advisor to and represents the Town and all of its agencies, officers, board and commissions acting in an official capacity in all legal matters.
Appears for and protects the rights of the Town in all actions, suits or proceedings brought by or against it or any of its departments, officers, agencies, boards or commissions.
Furnishes, upon request, the Town’;s officers, departments, agencies, boards or commissions with written opinions on any questions of law involving their respective powers and duties.
Prepares or approves forms of contracts or other instruments to which the Town is a party, or has an interest.
Has the power, with approval of the Town Council, to compromise or settle any claims by or against the Town.
2. The Town Attorney:
is the administrative head of the Department of Law and is appointed by the Mayor. Or designee attends all meetings of the Town Council and meetings of other boards and commissions as may be necessary.
3. The Assistant Town Attorney is appointed by the Mayor and is employed as a part-time assistant to
the Town Attorney.
4. The Corporation Counsel is a member of the classified service and devotes full time to the duties of
this office.
MAYOR'S OFFICE
45 South Main Street, Room #310
(203) 294-2070 (TDD Available) Fax: (203) 294-2073
Mayor: William W. Dickinson, Jr.
Administrative Aide, ADA Coordinator & Fair Housing Officer: Joan M. Stave
The Mayor's Office acts as a clearinghouse for citizens inquiries. If a question cannot be answered by the Department itself, the Mayor s Office will make every effort to seek the requested information or direct the call to the proper Department.
The Office of the Mayor is the nucleus of Town Government and all departments are accountable to the Mayor.
The Administrative Aide acts as handicapped access coordinator and Fair Housing Officer for the Town.
Town of Wallingford Fair Housing Policy
The Town of Wallingford is committed to promote Fair Housing choice and not to discriminate against any person as prohibited in General Statutes 46a-64c as amended. Protected classes include: race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, lawful source of income, familial status, physical or mental disability, or dual orientation.
The Town is committed to promote racial and economic integration in any housing developed or supported with State of Connecticut funds being sought.
The Town has assigned Fair Housing responsibilities to Joan M. Stave, Administrative Aide, Town Hall, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, Connecticut, 06492, 203-294-2070.
The Town is committed to informing applicants and beneficiaries and other affected parties of the procedures to be followed in filing a fair housing grievance with the Commissioner on Human Rights and Opportunities and /or Housing and Urban Development and to providing assistance needed to properly file.
This policy will be revised as needed in accordance with law.
This policy will be posted in Town offices and will be disseminated to applicants and beneficiaries, real estate offices, lending institutions, landlords and developers.
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
David Doherty Municipal Building
6 Fairfield Boulevard
(203) 294-2120 Fax: (203) 294-2127
Director: John Gawlak
Superintendent of Programs: Michelle Bjorkman
Asst. Supt. of Programs:
Open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 9:45 p.m.
1. There are 300 offerings each session (1,000 programs annually) which range from sports, arts and
trips, and which are geared to all ages.
2. Provides bookings for: gym facilities, ball fields, parks, tennis courts.
3. Community pool provides for summer swimming.
4. Oversees 2,000 acres of open space land, parks and ball fields.
5. Outdoor skating at Cheshire Road Open Space at Fresh Meadow Swamp, located on the corner of
Schoolhouse and Cheshire Roads.
PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
Personnel, Pensions and Risk Management
45 South Main Street, Room #301
(203) 294-2080 Fax: (203) 294-2084
Personnel Director: Terence Sullivan
Assistant Personnel Director: James Hutt
Processes applications for employment.
Advertises and tests for open positions.
Benefits administration.
Respond to employment questions.
Risk Management
294-2130
Risk Manager: Kurt V. Treiber
Administers insurance coverages, workers' compensation benefits and safety.
Performs routine field inspections to identify Town risk exposures and advises management of potential sources of accidental loss.
Coordinates claim activities with the Town Attorney that have potential for litigation.
The Town of Wallingford is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate as to age, race, color, creed, marital status, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or other protected status under state and federal laws.
PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT
45 South Main Street, Room #G-40
(203) 294-2090 Fax: (203) 294-2095
Town Planner: Linda A. Bush
Assistant Town Planner: Mark DeVoe
Review all development proposals and advise Planning and Zoning Commission if proposals submitted to them comply with Town regulations.
Coordinate application review with pertinent Town Departments.
Answer questions from residents, businesses, consultants, and developers pertaining to land use regulations within the Town.
Advise Planning and Zoning Commission on changes to zoning and subdivision regulation and zoning district boundaries.
Work with various state agencies in the review of local development projects, including the Department of Environmental Protection and Department of Transportation.
Respond to complaints about zoning violations.
Enforce sedimentation and erosion control regulations.
Serve as floodplain coordinator for the Town.
Provide staff assistance to the Conservation Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals.
Works, as needed, with the Economic Development Coordinator on business recruitment.
Prepares plans (Plan of Development, parking) as needed.
Enforce sign regulations.
U.S. Census Liaison.
Organization, maintenance and archiving of all Planning & Zoning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals records, files and maps.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
135 North Main Street
(203) 294-2800 Fax: (203) 294-2865
Administration: (203) 294-2828
Chief of Police: Douglas Dortenzio
Deputy Chief: Thomas J. Curran
Administrative Lieutenant:
1. Administration and management of the police department.
2. Budget formulation and fiscal management.
3. Establishment of goals, objectives and policies of the agency.
4. Recruits and selects employees.
5. Handles personnel matters.
6. The Chief of Police is the Legal Traffic Authority for the Town.
Communications Center/PSAP (Public Safety Answering Point)
(203) 294-2800
The newly developed Communications Center is staffed by civilian employees specifically trained to handle all 911 calls relating to Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services. The Center also handles all of the Police Department's routine calls for service.
Community Policing
(203) 294-2820
1. Work with residents and merchants to develop shared responsibility for both the prevention and detection of recurring criminal activity.
2. Analyze data and other appropriate information associated with recurring criminal activity.
3. Conduct criminal investigations as directed by the Chief of Police.
Crime Prevention
(203) 294-2820
Crime Prevention Officer DARE Officer 1. Develops and implements comprehensive crime and loss prevention programs for residential and businesses in Town.
2. Conducts residential and commercial security surveys free of charge upon request.
Detective Division
(203) 294-2845
Narcotics Officers: 294-2855 Narcotics 24-hr. Tip Line: 269-NARC 1. Investigates serious criminal cases.
2. Responsible for crime scene processing.
3. Recovery of stolen property.
4. Classification and maintenance of fingerprint and identification records.
5. Conducts comprehensive narcotics investigation.
Patrol Division
(203) 294-2800
Patrol Shift Commander: (203) 294-2805 1. Provides a wide range of assistance to citizens, including the investigation of routine complaints and response to emergency calls.
2. Maintains preventive patrol throughout the Town.
3. Responsible for law enforcement and public safety within the community.
Records Division
(203) 294-2810
1. Maintains/disseminates:
police incident and accident reports
criminal history record information
2. Processes requests for permits (e.g. bingo, raffle, bazaar, firearms, etc.).
3. Responsible for the inventory and disposal of property and evidence.
Traffic Division
(203) 294-2815
1. Investigation of motor vehicle accidents and traffic safety complaints.
2. Compiles and reviews traffic accident statistical data.
3. Conducts selective enforcement programs (e.g., radar, seatbelt and DWI).
4. Participates in traffic safety awareness programs at the local high school.
5. Enforces parking regulations.
Traffic Maintenance
(203) 294-2250 or 294-2815
1. Staffed by a civilian employee who works under the direction of the Lieutenant in charge of the Traffic Division.
2. Responds to traffic signal malfunctions and coordinates required repairs with the outside contractor.
3. Responsible for the installation of street and traffic regulatory signs..
4. Emplacement of traffic control signs and barricades for special events and emergencies.
Youth Division
(203) 294-2825
1. The Youth Officers handle:
Criminal matters involving children under 16 years of age.
Non-criminal matters involving children and youths under 18 years of age.
2. The Youth Officers provide:
Information and referral services for children and families.
Crisis intervention and emergency shelter.
Adolescent alcohol and drug abuse information, assessment and referral.
Safety and delinquency prevention program.
PROBATE COURT
45 South Main Street, Room #114
(203) 294-2100 Fax: (203) 294-2109
Judge: Philip A. Wright, Jr.
1. Decedents' Estates - Inform creditors, heirs and all interested parties on matters pertaining to estates, review and rule upon accountings, ascertain beneficiaries and ensure appropriate distribution.
2. Adoptions, Conservators, Termination of Parental Rights, Appointments of Trustees and Guardians - Provide proper information and guidance in how to handle matters pertaining to adoptions, conservatorships, termination of parental rights, appointment of guardians and trustees; review and rule upon fiduciary accountings.
3. Guardianships of the Mentally Retarded - Create and review guardianships for the mentally retarded.
4. Adult and Child Commitments - Conduct hearings for involuntary commitments to psychiatric facilities.
5. Change of Name - Process applications for change of name proceedings, and issuance of decrees for same.
6. Passports - Answer all inquiries pertaining to passports and accept passport applications.
7. Marriage Waivers - Grant waiver of blood test requirements and give permission for minors to marry under exceptional instance.
PROGRAM PLANNING
45 South Main Street, Room #311
(203) 294-2060
State and Federal Program Administrator: Donald W. Roe
Resource Recovery Project Coordinator: Doreen Zaback
EDC Business Recruiter: Doreen M. DeSarro
1. Grants writing and administration.
2. Monitors Federal and State legislation and regulations.
3. Acts as Economic Development Coordinator and staff of Economic Development Commission.
Works closely with state, regional and local organizations to promote the economic well being of the community.
Maintains a database of available commercial and industrial properties and will assist firms interested in relocating into or expanding within Wallingford.
Provides financial and demographic information upon request.
For on-line information available on available sites and property, use the Site Finder on the CT Economic Resource Center site.
For business and additional economic development information available on-line, go to the web site for the Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce.
4. Monitors and answers questions about Town Recycling, Compost and Resident Disposal programs.
5. Coordinates between municipality and CRRA for solid waste disposal.
6. Assists with Adopt-A-Road Program.
7. Coordinates between municipality and Household HazWaste Central, the place to dispose of
residential hazardous waste.
WALLINGFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
200 North Main Street
(203) 265-6754 Fax: (203) 269-5698
http://beta.blogger.com/aaa/www.wallingford.lioninc.org
Library Directors: Leslie Scherer, Karen Roesler
Main Library
Hours: Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(Closed Saturdays during the summer)
Sundays Call Library for hours
Yalesville Branch Library
Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
(Closed Saturdays during the summer)
The library provides the following services:
1. A collection of books, magazines, newspapers, video and audio tapes, compact discs, and more which is continuously updated. In addition, the library also provides access to millions of other books at libraries across Connecticut and the United States.
2. Information and patron assistance in person, by telephone and via the worldwide web.
3. Public access to the Internet, and other online and CD-rom databases.
4. Specially scheduled programs of educational interest for children and adults, such as story hours, school visits, book discussions, music and film programs.
5. Space which is handicapped accessible for persons to read, do research, homework, read newspapers and magazines, consult microfilm and online resources, and browse.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
100 John Street
(203) 294-2263
Director: Raymond F. Smith
EMERGENCY AFTER HOURS - WATER/SEWER/ELECTRIC DIV. - 265-5055
Electric Division
100 John Street
The Electric Division provides electric energy to customers in Wallingford and a portion of Northford and maintains the municipal street light system.
General Manager: Richard A. Hendershot
Assistant General Manager: Michael C. Holmes
Business Office: (203) 294-2020 Fax: (203) 294-2027
Office Manager: Thomas Sullivan
Operations Office (203) 294-2265 Fax: (203) 294-2267
Water & Sewer Divisions
377 South Cherry Street
Fax: (203) 949-2678
The Water and Sewer Divisions provide water and sewer service to a large portion of the Town of Wallingford.
General Manager: 949-2670 Roger M. Dann
Senior Engineer: 949-2672 Vincent M. Mascia
Office Manager: 949-2666 Richard T. Cassello
Water Superintendent: 949-2666 Rick C. Vanski
Water Treatment Plant: 949-2675
Sewer Superintendent: 949-2677 James R. Kirkland
Sewer Treatment Plant: 949-2677
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
29 Town Farm Road 294-2105 Fax: 294-2107
Director of Public Works: Henry McCully
Superintendent of Public Works: Edward J. Niland
Duties performed:
1. Roads:
Pave, chip seal, reconstruct and patch roads.
Clean, repair and/or install drainage and catch basins.
Repair and/or install curbs.
Plow and sand and removal of snow.
Remove snow from Town-owned sidewalks and parking lots.
Roadside mowing.
2. Maintenance of Parks and Buildings:
Maintain Municipal buildings.
Maintain all parks.
Set up reviewing stands.
3. Solid Waste:
Issue Commercial Hauler Permits.
Issue Senior Citizen Permits and Coupons.
Spring cleanup.
Leaf pickup and recycling.
Christmas tree pickup and recycling.
4. Other:
Tree and stump removal on Town property.
Assist Sheriff with evictions.
Maintenance of Fire, Police, Public Works Department and car pool vehicles.
General trash removal from Town properties only.
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS
45 South Main Street, Room #211
(203) 294-2125
Registrars: Diana Hotchkiss
Chester Miller
The Office of the Registrar of Voters provides services to the residents of the Town of Wallingford. Some of these services are:
1. Voter Registration; Enrollment Registration
Registrars available daily, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., to register voters.
Special sessions at election time on Saturdays and evenings.
Special sessions at other field locations such as high schools, public and private locations.
Witness signing of absentee ballots at area nursing homes.
Process and acknowledge mail-in registration.
Provide cross-town registration.
2. Voter Information:
Service to residents regarding questions pertaining to elections, primaries and other state laws.
Service to candidates by providing voter lists and information regarding their constituents.
3. Voter Lists:
Daily updating voter lists.
Up-to-date computerized information prepared by staff.
Available to all candidates.
Annual mailing removal notices to non-residents.
Maintenance of alphabetical card file of all voters.
Maintenance of voting lists for each district.
4. Voting Machines:
Responsibility to provide sufficient machines for each election.
Maintenance and storage of voting machines.
Responsibility to train and acquire competent machine mechanics to inspect and prepare machines for voting.
5. Elections and Primaries:
Selection of polling areas.
Providing voting machines for each polling area.
Instruction to election officials.
Providing election official for each polling area.
Installation of telephones at each polling area.
SPANISH COMMUNITY OF WALLINGFORD
284 Washington Street
(203) 265-5866 Fax: (203) 294-2256
Executive Director: Blanca Santana
1. We specialize in service to the Spanish speaking community and provide the following:
Transportation and interpreters to and from doctors, hospitals, Social Security office, etc. (donations accepted).
Advice concerning consumer protection, food stamps; what agencies to contact for special needs. We also advise on personal problems; we listen and try to resolve them in any way possible.
Clerical services: We translate and fill out all types of forms, type letters, make phone calls to employers, etc. We also notarize forms that need a notary seal.
Free tutoring in basic reading and writing and English as a second language (coordinated with the Literacy Volunteers and Adult Education).
Employment service.
Clothes for the needy.
2. We encourage:
Spanish community participation in federal, state and local activities or celebrations.
Self-sufficiency by referring members of the Spanish speaking community to Adult Education for English class.
TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE
45 South Main Street, Room #108
(203) 294-2145 Fax: (203) 294-2150
Town Clerk: Barbara Thompson
Asst. Town Clerk: Mary Beth Trautman
Asst. Town Clerk: Susan Colberg
1. Elections - National, State, Municipal and Special
Absentee Ballots
-- Application
-- Print ballots
-- Issue ballots
-- Check voter list and distribute ballots to ballot counters
Voting Machines
-- Print labels
-- Provide keys and seals
-- Petitions
-- Signature checking
-- Verification
General
-- Instruction to Election Officials
-- Distribution of materials
-- Record results
-- Advertisements
-- Keeper of records and reports
-- Campaign financing
2. Vital Statistics - Birth, marriage, certificates and burial, cremation and disinterment permits
Issue certified copies of birth, marriage and certificates to general public
Issue burial, cremation and disinterment permits to funeral directors
Record and index all vital statistics
3. Records
Land records including deeds, liens and releases
Appointments to boards and commission
Meeting notices and minutes of boards and commissions
Maps and surveys
Vital statistics
Town records
Liquor permits
Trade names
Claims against the Town
Military discharges
Notary Public appointments
4. Licenses Issued
Hunting, fishing, combination licenses and various forms
Marriage licenses
Dog licenses - June is Dog Licensing Month!
5. Miscellaneous
Certified voter ID cards
Service of Notary Public
Photocopy all public records on file
Attends all Council meetings
Issues duck stamps
Gives oath to all officers
Advertises all public hearings
Paperwork for Bonding Ordinances
TOWN COUNCIL
45 South Main Street, Room #220
(203) 294-2155 Fax: (203) 294-0180
Members:
Secretary: Robert F. Parisi, Chairman
Stephen W. Knight, Vice Chairman
Michael Brodinsky
Vincenzo M. DiNatale
Lois Doherty
Gerald E. Farrell, Jr.
Iris F. Papale
Rosemary Rascati
Vincent F. Testa, Jr.
Sandra Weekes
The Town Council acts as the legislative body for the community.
Important duties include:
1. Appropriation of all funds.
2. Adoption of all ordinances
3. Holds the power to purchase land or receive gifts on behalf of the Town.
4. Exercises legislative oversight over boards appointed by the Town Council.
Regular Council meetings are scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.
VETERANS SERVICE CENTER of MERIDEN-WALLINGFORD
45 South Main Street, Room #213
(203) 294-2165 Fax: (203) 294-2137
Director: Catherine Riccio
1. Give information to all Wallingford and Meriden residents who are eligible for veteran’s benefits and refer them to proper agencies, as needed.
2. Assist veterans, widows, dependent parents, dependent children and orphans by completing applications to obtain federal and state benefits.
Federal benefits:
(1) Applications for:
compensation (service-connected disabilities)
pension (non-service connected disability benefits
V.A. hospital treatment
G.I. school, home loans and insurance
burial allowance
headstones
(2) Outreach - mailings to local veterans organizations with updates from the VA Regional Office in Hartford on veteran benefits. o State benefits: (1) Applications for:
the $485 educational assistance for children of servicemen killed in action or totally disabled.
admittance to the Veterans Home and Hospital located in Rocky Hill.
burial in the State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown.
payment of cost to install federal grave-markers in private cemeteries.
assistance through the State Soldiers', Sailors' and Marines' Fund.
WALLINGFORD CENTER, INC.
261 Center Street
(203) 284-1807 Fax: (203) 284-1046
Executive Director: Caryl Ryan
1. Wallingford Center, Inc. is a private non-profit organization, whose purpose is to further the common good and general welfare of the entire community by coordinating revitalization, restoration and beautification efforts as well as promoting the center of Wallingford. WCI seeks to engage the entire community in the effort to make downtown Wallingford a focal point of activity and community pride.
2. Produces Celebrate Wallingford, Season of Celebration and Holiday Lighting Program.
3. Developed the Buy a Brick program, which is still in effect.
4. Wallingford Center, Inc. is always looking for volunteers. Call Caryl Ryan at 284-1807 if you want to get involved.
WALLINGFORD COMMITTEE ON AGING
Wallingford Senior Center
238 Washington Street
(203) 265-7753 Fax: (203) 284-9953
email: wlfdsenior.ctr@snet.net
Executive Director: William T. Viola
1. The mission of the Wallingford Senior Center is to provide services and programs for older adults of
the Wallingford community that enhance their dignity, support their independence and invite their
involvement in community life.
2. The Wallingford Senior Center functions as a multipurpose facility in accordance with the standards
developed by the National Council on the Aging (NCOA) and National Institute of Senior Centers
(NISC). The Center is open to all Wallingford residents, age 60 and over and to their families and
caregivers.
3. The Senior Center offers:
Monthly newsletter for registered members
Information, referrals and assistance
Transportation within Town
Family and caregiver support
Nutritious hot lunches
Health and wellness classes and programs
Registered nurse on site
Fitness classes and groups
Social worker on site
Volunteer opportunities
Leisure activities: educational, recreational & travel opportunities
Daily Activities for Independence Program (therapeutic activity for individuals requiring special assistance)
YOUTH & SOCIAL SERVICES
David Doherty Municipal Building
6 Fairfield Boulevard
(203) 294-2175 Fax: (203) 294-2127
Director: Craig Turner
Program Coordinator: Janice Server
Assistant Program Coordinator:
Counselor: Richard Ruotolo
Caseworker: Marion Zambory
The Wallingford Department of Youth and Social Services provides programs, activities and services that promote both a positive, healthy community and develop healthy, capable young people and families. We also provide services to families in need during times of crisis. Our programs and activities include:
Champions For Youth Program (developing positive community environment for youth and families)
Family Day Celebrations
High School Peer Advocate Program (students helping students)
Project Graduation (substance free graduation party for senior high schools)
T.W.I.G. (Intergenerational garden project for elementary/ middle school children and senior citizens)
Young Astronauts Club (club activity for grades 5-8)
Babysitting Course (middle school students)
Summer Youth Employment/Job Bank
Youth Counseling
Crisis referral
Information Resource Center
Red Ribbon Week (anti drunk driving and drinking program)
Youth Recognition Awards (Presidential Award for Community Service)
Mayor's Council on Substance Abuse Prevention
Board for Youth
Safe Homes/Healthy Homes Programs
Educational Programs (Parenting, Tobacco, Alcohol, Child Development)
Emergency Fuel Assistance
Salvation Army Assistance Programs
Crisis Assistance Services
Holiday Assistance Programs.
Dear Friends,
I want to wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season. We had a beautiful night for Christmas at the Park and hundreds of people enjoyed some holiday cheer with us. Congressman-elect Chris Murphy and Santa himself made special visits. We will also ring out our Bicentennial year as we ring in the new year. Whether it was the gala at the castle, the Hooters, the parade, the interfaith celebration, the school performers, the Black Expo, the Hispanic celebration, or rock legend, Chuck Berry, the proud memories will last a lifetime. Happy 200th Birthday Meriden!
The linear trail along the Quinnipiac River will officially open on December 16th. The trail begins at historic Red Bridge and winds along the Quinnipiac River into Cheshire. Enjoy the recent mild temperature and take a walk on our new beautiful trail.
I also encourage all our citizens and neighbors to visit the fabulous silver light display at Hubbard Park. This wonderful light display at Hubbard Park is something we can all be proud of.
Hunter’s, the Meriden Fire and Police Departments, and the South Meriden Volunteer Fire Department are once again orchestrating the Spirit of Giving Campaign. Families throughout our community will be greeted by Christmas carolers, gifts and holiday cheer. It truly is a special night in our city. I thank all the volunteers who gave so generously to this event. This is what Christmas and the holiday season is all about. I am proud that Meriden citizens are so generous in lending a helping hand to those in need and truly recognizing the importance of giving during the holiday season.
Once again, the Meriden YMCA will be hosting a holiday dinner Christmas day at the downtown YMCA, 110 West Main Street. Anyone looking for a great meal and some holiday camaraderie is welcome to attend this free event on Christmas Day. Or if you are looking to volunteer, please feel free to call the Meriden YMCA at 203-235-6386 or come down on Christmas morning. My family and I look forward to helping out at the Meriden YMCA on Christmas Day.
Enjoy the holidays and Happy New Year!
Your friend,
Mark Benigni
Important News from the Meriden Board of Education
Dear Parents and Staff:
I am providing you with notification that initial radon-in-air testing will be conducted from December 18-21, 2006 in your school. According to Connecticut General Statute 10-220(d), schools are required to inspect and evaluate the indoor quality of school buildings by 2008. This required inspection and evaluation of indoor air quality includes evaluation of radon in air and water. An independent testing company, EnviroScience Consultants, will conduct the initial radon testing. To test for radon in the air, small round canisters similar to the size of hockey pucks containing charcoal will be placed in each of the occupied rooms that are in contact with the ground. These canisters will be left in place for about three school days. You will be informed of radon test results and interpretations as soon as possible. In the event that high radon levels are found, steps will be taken to correct the problem using methods suggested by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. Thank you for your cooperation regarding this testing.
Sincerely,
Glen A. Lamontgne
Assistant Superintendent
For Finance and Administration
Mayor’s Corner –Wallingford
Dear Friends:
We thank the Public Celebrations Committee, the Parks and Recreation Department and Wallingford Center Inc. for the wonderful Season of Celebration held on December 2nd. The Town is so fortunate that these organizations and employees were able to host and plan a fun filled time for all. Just think, out of 169 cities, towns and villages, we had Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, Frosty and Rudolph all in Wallingford! Think of all the places they could have been and we had them here with us. Incredible! This is a special time of year. We have so much to be thankful for that it is important to share our good fortunes with others. Whether in the forum of a gift or a smile, sharing is the key for everyone. To qualify as nice, you must share. So when the list of who is naughty or nice is completed, you can really add points for nice by sharing! Please have a very healthy holiday season, Merry Christmas and happy Hanukkah.
Sincerely,
William W. Dickinson, Jr.
Mayor
CITY OF MERIDEN EVENTS
HOLIDAY VACATION WEEK CAMP
Post-Christmas plans consist of endless television watching? The Recreation Division’s “Holiday Vacation Week Camp” is just the thing to add some excitement to the final days of 2006. The program will meet from 9:15AM-3:00PM at Ben Franklin School from December 26th-29th. It features games, puzzles, educational sessions, arts & crafts, and videos in addition to hiking, swimming, roller skating, & arcade field trips. Boys & girls currently in grades 1-5 are eligible to attend. Beginning December 4th, interested participants can register at the Parks & Recreation office. The cost is $40.00 for the week. Please register soon, as there are only 40 openings available for the program.
SILVER LIGHTS BUS TOUR
Want to see the very best Meriden has to offer in lights & decorations? On Wednesday, December 20th at 6:30PM, the guided “Silver Lights Bus Tour” of the city’s top holiday attractions will leave the Meriden Senior Center on West Main Street. Featured destinations include Hubbard Park, City Hall, South Meriden’s Main Street, and the best-decorated homes in the city. Interested participants must register with the Parks & Recreation office(460 Liberty Street) by December 18th. A $5.00 per participant reservation fee, refundable only in-person on the tour, must be paid either at the office or by mail. Special thanks are extended to Kogut’s Florist for sponsoring this event.
2006-2007 CO-ED ADULT VOLLEYBALL PROGRAM
Organized recreational volleyball games for adults ages 18 & older takes place every Tuesday night at Holy Angels Center in South Meriden from 6:00-9:00PM. The program runs through March 27th. A one-time $25.00 registration fee can be paid onsite any night the program is in session. Please note the program will not meet on Tuesday, December 26th.
INDOOR PUBLIC SWIM PROGRAM
The 2006-2007 Indoor Public Swim Program takes place at the Maloney HS pool on the following dates & times: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:30-7:45PM and Saturdays & Sundays from 12:00-3:45PM.
All interested participants must possess a valid pool pass. Available for purchase at the Parks & Recreation office, passes cost $5.00 for adults and $1.00 for children ages 17 & under. Potential recipients must come to the office in-person and bring proof of Meriden residency to receive a pass. 2007 passes are now on sale at the office.
38TH ANNUAL BERNIE JURALE MEMORIAL TRADITION RUN
The 38th Annual Bernie Jurale Memorial Tradition Run will take place at Hubbard Park on Sunday, January 21st. Registration begins at 9:30AM in the Parks Division maintenance facility. The walkers’ start is at 10:00AM, while the joggers & runners begin at 10:30AM. Walkers, hikers, joggers, & runners of all ages and abilities are invited to test their skills against a 5K course that begins in the park proper and climbs an elevation of approximately 700 feet to its finish at Castle Craig. All persons finishing the course will receive a certificate and special gift. There is no entry fee, and refreshments will be available throughout the morning. Come enjoy Meriden’s premier running event!
Wallingford Senior Center News for December Edition
DISCOVER MediBlue HMO on Monday, December 18, 1:00 p.m.
Join us for a seminar about ANTHEM BLUE CROSS & BLUE SHIELD’s new Medicare Advantage plan called MediBlue HMO. HMO’s are required to provide coverage that traditional Medicare would and often feature extras such as vision and hearing benefits. Some plans include prescription drug coverage. Learn more over coffee and donuts. Please call the Wallingford Senior Center at 265-7753 to sign up today! Open to the public.
GETTING THE MOST OUT OF MEDICARE PART D
Medicare’s Prescription Drug Plan open enrollment started November 15 and ends December 31. Now is the time to evaluate your current plan—has it met your needs this year? Medicare recommends taking this quick Rx Enrollment Checkup. If you are satisfied with your plan, you do not have to do anything to re-enroll. Take a few minutes now and ask yourself these three questions:
COST: Will your premium and costs change in 2007?
COVERAGE: Do you need more coverage in 2007? Will the prescription drugs you take be covered by your plan in 2007?
CUSTOMER SERVICE: Are you satisfied with your plan’s service?
Enroll early to make sure you can get the prescriptions you need on January 1, 2007. For more information, call Social Worker, Marie Cunha at the Senior Center or call Medicare at 1-800-633-4227. Compare plans at www.medicare.gov. Information obtained from: SHIPresourcecenter@air.org
DON’T BE LEFT OUT IN THE COLD! CT ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Wallingford Senior Center takes applications for energy assistance for Wallingford residents, age 60 and over. The program provides financial assistance to income-eligible households to pay for a portion of their heating costs during the winter months. Income limits are $27,867.32 for a single person and $36,441.88 for two people. There are asset limits.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants MUST bring (2) photocopies of the following documents:
Year 2006 Social Security check amount (copy of recent check, or most recent bank statement showing deposited amount, or Social Security “2006 New Benefit” letter.)
Most recent checking, savings, CD, annuity, stock, bond documents.
2006 year-to-date pension or annuity dividends and/or interest income.
Four most recent pay stubs, if employed.
Rental Income – rent stub or copy of check deposited into bank account.
Driver’s license or birth certificate.
Most recent heat utility bill.
Electric bill.
Applications are by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 265-7753.
LITERARY MAGAZINE: The Literary Committee has completed the November issue of Mirrors of Life: Prose/Art/Poetry, the Senior Center’s literary magazine. Copies are available. We thank you all for your submissions. Due to limited space, not all submissions were included in this issue, but they will appear in our next magazine. Future issues of our literary magazine also will include interviews of members of the Wallingford Senior Center. Finally, if anyone is interested in a creative writing class, we plan to form one later this winter. Please sign up at the Senior Center (265-7753) if you would like to participate.
INCLEMENT WEATHER NOTICE
In the event of inclement weather, we urge you to watch WVIT-Channel 30, WTNH-Channel 8 or WFSB-TV Channel 3 for information on the cancellation of activities at the Wallingford Senior Center. If the Center should remain open in questionable weather and you are unsure as to whether you should venture out, we urge you to consider your own safety and well being and remain at home. We will make every effort to reschedule to a later date any event or activity that may have to be postponed.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! From:The Wallingford Senior Center Staff And The Wallingford Committee on Aging
MAX E. MURAVNICK MERIDEN SENIOR CITIZENS’ CENTER
The Max E. Muravnick Meriden Senior Citizens’ Center is open to all Meriden residents age 60 and over. Membership is free of charge and new members may sign-up any weekday between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. by presenting a driver’s license or other proof of age. New members receive an information package about senior services and a coupon entitling them to one complimentary lunch in our Senior Community Café. Sign-up today and find out about all that is offered for Meriden seniors at the Max E. Muravnick Senior Center!
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Senior Center members will again take part in the Silver Lights Bus Tour of the City of Meriden on Wednesday, December 20 sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department. Buses will leave the Senior Center at 6:00 PM to see all of Meriden’s holiday decorations. Featured highlights include Hubbard Park, City Hall, Midtown Plaza, Broad Street and the best-decorated houses in the city. Call the Parks and Recreation Department at 630-4259 by December 18 to sign-up for this holiday activity. There is a $5 reservation fee refundable when you arrive for the tour.
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Holiday entertainment at the Senior Center will include performances by Jill Riggles on Wednesday, December 20 at 11:00 AM for a Holiday Sing-a-long and Lori Fogler on Thursday, December 21 at 10:30 AM for our Holiday Celebration Luncheon. The Holiday Celebration Luncheon will feature roast turkey with gravy, stuffing, whipped potatoes, cranberry sauce, broccoli spears, dinner roll and holiday ice cream for dessert. Sign-up for the Holiday Celebration Luncheon by calling our Senior Community Café at 235-8052.
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Our Holiday Dinner Dance will be held on Thursday, December 21 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM. Entertainment will be provided by the Vinnie Carr Band. The dinner menu, served from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, will be roast beef with chef’s special sauce, baked potato with sour cream and chives, green beans almondine, dinner roll and strawberry layer cake. Tickets are available now at the Senior Center for $6 per person for Meriden residents. Get your ticket today and join us for our Holiday Dinner Dance!
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Best wishes for a happy holiday season from the members and staff of the Max E. Muravnick Senior Citizens’ Center!
John F. Hogarth , Senior Center Director
Town of Wallingford Closings
The following sites will be CLOSED on Monday, DECEMBER 25, 2006, in observance of the CHRISTMAS holiday and also on Monday, JANUARY 1, 2007 in observance of NEW YEAR'S DAY:Wallingford Town Offices; Resident Disposal Center; Recycling Center and Compost Center
Wallingford Park and Recreation News and Events
OUTDOOR PUBLIC ICE SKATING AT TOWN OPEN SPACE AT CHESHIRE ROAD
Public Works in conjunction with the Parks and Recreation Department will be offering free public skate at the Town Open Space at Cheshire Road this winter. Ice will be monitored by the public works department – however skating will be at your own risk. Skating will be open weekdays and weekends during the day, no night skating at this time. LOOK FOR FLYERS THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOLS FOR A FAMILY SPECIAL EVENT TO BE HELD IN FEBRUARY... WE NEED TO BE ASSURED WE’RE GOING TO HAVE ICE.... Town Open Space at Cheshire Road is located on
the corner of Schoolhouse and Cheshire Road. For more information please call 294-2120
ICE SKATING AT CHOATE ROSEMARY
This year skating tags will go on sale Wednesday November 15, 2006.at 9:00am at the Recreation Dept. At the time of this printing session days and times have not been determined. A complete schedule will be available at registration.
Who you need to know at Wallingford Park and Recreation - 294-2120
Department Staff:
Director: John Gawlak CPRP
Supt. of Recreation: Michelle Bjorkman
Recreation Programs
Specialist: Vacant
Recreation Facilities Coord.: Jim Sayre
Account Clerk: Jennifer Griswold
Senior Clerk: Joanne Vass
Clerk Typist II: Janet Moore
Front office Staff: Melaine Pfister
Mary Anne Heidgerd
Dee Trutnau
Marianne Arnold
Michelle Mele
Dominick Riveccio
Lauren Montano
Grace Kopakow
Paula Knecht
Amy Vass
Therapeutic Spec: Kathy Radzuinas, CTRS
Health Fitness: Kelli Montgomery
Early ChildHood: Debbie Tansino
Childcare: Nancy Cook
Aquatics: Francis Sadowski
Crafts: Kim Larkin
Fine Arts: Rashmi Talpade
Quick Reference: Town of Wallingford Departments and Services
SHIRLEY GIANOTTI MUNICIPAL ANIMAL SHELTER
5 Pent Road
(203) 294-2180
Fax: (203) 294-2181
Animal Control Officer:
Impound strays dogs.
Remove animals struck on roads and take to veterinarian when necessary.
Answer complaints about barking and roaming dogs.
Issue infraction tickets when necessary.
Quarantine biting dogs/cats.
Find homes for unclaimed dogs/cats. Visit PetFinder.com for further information about animals available for adoption.
Euthanize dogs/cats that are not claimed or adopted or are sick and injured.
Maintain animal shelter, including building and grounds.
Assistants are on 24-hour emergency call.
Give lectures and tours to scouts on animal care.
From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., capture sick wildlife and take to vet.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
45 South Main Street, Room #G-40
(203) 294-2005
Building Official, Housing Code Administrator &
Zoning Enforcement Officer: Richard F. Boyne, III
Answer homeowners' , architects' and builders' code questions.
Review all building and site plans for new or remodeling construction so as to comply with building, fire and zoning regulations.
Review permit applications.
Issue: (a) building permits, (b) Certificate of Occupancy (C.O.'s), (c) Housing Code Certificates of Compliance (C of C's) Conduct all required inspections.
Final certificate inspection.
Respond and check out zoning complaints.
See that housing code is complied with.
Process applications and follow through same for Zoning Board of Appeals.
Check for condemnation of buildings.
Assistant Building, Plumbing, and Heating Inspector: Alexander Kischkum
Answer homeowners, builders and architects with plumbing, heating and air conditioning code questions. Review building plans for heat, plumbing, and air conditioning.
Issue: (a) mechanical permits, (b) building permits, (c) permits and inspect coal, woodstoves and inserts
Conduct all required inspections.
Building Code Inspector: Peter LeClerc
Inspect:
Investigate complaints regarding residential code violation.
Issue: (a) rooming house permits, (b) Certificate of Compliance
Electrical Inspector: Louis Genovese
Review building plans for electrical installations.
Issue electric permits. Inspect all electrical installations for code compliance.
Assist Fire Prevention Bureau in detecting cause of fires. Work closely with Electric Division on service installations.
CIVIL PREPAREDNESS
280 Washington Street
(203) 294-2010
Director: Ernest W. Frattini, Sr.
Deputy Director: John Bonini
The Director is responsible for the safety, welfare and protection of the Town residents and property under the Federal and State Office of Emergency Management, DCPA acts.
Provides training programs, essential services, supplies and overall supervision of programs designed to safeguard against natural disasters.
The Director is directly responsible to the Mayor.
WALLINGFORD COMMUNITY DAY CARE CENTER
80 Wharton Brook Drive
(203) 294-4176 Fax: (203) 741-0896
Director: Kathleen M. Queen
Wallingford Community Day Care Center is a nonprofit state-funded day care center serving 45 children (40 of whom are funded) ranging from 3 to 5 years of age. The Center offers a full-day education program. Open 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Priority enrollment is given to the single working parent residing in Wallingford and fees are based on a sliding scale according to family size and income.
The Day Care Center also operates a nonprofit before/after school facility supported entirely by parent fees and donated services. Children of working parents residing in Wallingford in 1st through 5th grades are eligible. This recreational program operates 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. during the school year as well as 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. during school vacations and summers.
The Center also operates an infant/toddler facility for children aged 6 weeks to 3 years. It serves up to 24 children (14 of whom are funded) and offers developmentally appropriate educational program.
DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING
45 South Main Street, Room #203
(203) 294-2035 Fax: (203) 294-2107
Town Engineer: John P. Thompson, P.E.
Asst. Town Engineer: Robert V. Baltramaitis, P.E.
Construction Inspector: Sal Sandillo, NICET
1. Assist public with:
Complaints about sidewalks
Marking the street lines at their properties
Making tax assessor and topographic maps
Drainage concerns Site-line problems
Private storm drainage connections in Town’s system
Attendance at neighborhood meetings on Town projects
2. Assist developers and contractors with:
Plan reviews
Issuing street excavation permits
Inspection of new subdivision roads
Providing vertical and horizontal control for construction Bond compliance issues
3. Assist other Town departments with:
Review of applications for P&Z, Inland-Wetlands & ZBA Maintenance of listing for public and private roads Legal descriptions for municipal properties Preparation of contract documents for Municipal Improvement projects Survey/layout and control for municipal construction projects Serves the Legal Traffic Authority as technical staff Providing survey, mapping and engineering services to all Town departments
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
45 South Main Street, Room #306
(203) 294-2040
Office of the Comptroller
Comptroller: James Bowes
Deputy Comptroller:
Town Treasurer: Peter Murphy
Internal Auditor: Robert F. Ronstrom
Accountant: Thomas Thompson
1. Chief financial officer of the Town of Wallingford.
2. Provides financial management and administration and is head of the Department of Finance.
3. Maintains records showing financial condition of all departments and agencies of the Town.
4. Provides in-house accounting and financial service to Town departments
5. Has custody of and handles disbursement of all funds and money.
6. Has control over expenditures.
7. Handles all other such duties as may be required by ordinance or resolution of the Council.
ASSESSOR
45 South Main Street, Room #101
294-2001
Assessor: Shelby Jackson
Chief Appraiser: Dennis Hlavac
1. Receives applications for
Elderly freeze, homeowner, rentals and tax deferrals
Totally disable
Blind
Farm and forest land exemptions
Dairy farm and fruit orchard abatements
Exemption on poultry, livestock and farm machinery
Additional Veterans exemptions
Manufacturing machinery and equipment exemptions
2. Declaration of personal property: Manufacturers, Merchants and traders
3. Copying of official office records: Property owners' record cards; Real, personal and motor vehicle abstract records
4. Information about assessments, property location, property sales, current owners of property.
5. Assists Taxpayers with all functions of the Assessment and Exemption Process.
6. Inspections: Requested inspections; Building permit inspections; Real estate inspections; Personal property inspections
BUREAU of PURCHASES
45 South Main Street, Room #206
294-2115
Purchasing Agent: Sal Amadeo
Buyers: Stan Brace and Sandra Smith
1. Plans and provides for open competitive ding and purchasing of materials, equipment and services for Town departments.
2. Provides information about bid projects, due dates and bid results
3. Addresses vendor and public inquiries and furnishes information related to procurement items.
4. Analyzes bid results and awards contracts.
5. Maintains vendor bid lists and ensures impartial and equal treatment of all vendors who wish to do business with the Town.
6. Exercises authority to enter into contracts.
7. Ensures compliance with governing laws and regulations of public purchasing.
8. Disburses Petty Cash.
9. Maintains registration of all Town-owned vehicles.
10. Conducts surplus property disposition and reviews moveable equipment inventory.
TAX OFFICE/CENTRAL SERVICES
45 South Main Street, Room #209
294-2135 Fax: 294-2137
Tax Collector: Richard J. Piekarski, C.C.M.C.
Assistant to the Tax Collector: Jo-Anne Rusczek
1. The Tax Collector is responsible for the billing and collection of all taxes. Residents can also make electric and water payments.
2. It is encouraged that payments be mailed to the Tax Office at 45 South Main Street (P. O. Box 5003), Wallingford, CT 06492.
3. Oversees the Central Service Office, which handles mail, xerographic and offset duplicating for all departments.
4. For questions about:
assessments and exemptions, contact the Assessor's Office, 45 South Main St., Room 101, phone 294-2001.
taxes, interest and payments, contact the Tax Office.
Electric bills, contact the Electric Division, 45 So. Main St., Room 204, phone 294-2020.
Water bills, contact the Water/Sewer Division, 377 So. Cherry Street, phone 949-2660.
FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU
75 Masonic Avenue
(203) 294-2766 Fax: (203) 294-2736
Fire Marshal: Joseph P. Micalizzi, Jr.
Fire Inspectors: Richard B. Forman
Mike Gudelski
Investigates, records and reports the cause and origin of all fires and explosions within the Town.
Conducts inspections of:
all occupancies, outdoor amusements, facilities of public service and buildings as governed by the Fire Safety Code;
all propane, flammable and combustible liquid storage,dispensing and transport vehicles and facilities.
Industrial and commercial facilities and enforces hazardous materials notification laws.
Issues permits for use of fireworks, special effects, blasting agents and controlled open burning.
Coordinates the abatement of fire hazards with the Department of Labor for all industrial occupancies.
Conducts building, site and protection systems plan reviews to determine compliance with codes and regulations.
Provides public education, juvenile fire setter and safety programs.
DEPARTMENT OF FIRE SERVICES
Central Fire Headquarters
75 Masonic Avenue
(203) 294-2730 (Non-Emergency)
Fax: (203) 294-2736
Fire Chief: Peter J. Struble
Deputy Fire Chief: Guy Casanova
Assistant Chief: David Berardesca
Liaison with Police and civilian dispatchers to ensure high quality fire and emergency medical dispatching through centralized 911 Center located at the Police Department.
Provides emergency paramedic services at the Paramedic, Ambulance Transport, and Emergency First Responder/Defibrillator levels.
Public fire and emergency medical education.
Hazardous materials Emergency First Responder and local contact for Local Emergency Planning Committee. LEPC Guide to a Hazardous Material Emergency
Technical rescue services including confine space entry capabilities.
Responds to fires, accidents and all other emergencies.
Fire prevention surveys and fire preplanning.
Standby at large community functions.
General assistance daily to citizens whenever requested.
Works with local industries to develop emergency plans and conduct emergency drills.
The schedule for volunteer meetings is as follows:
The North Farms Volunteer Fire Company meets Monday nights at 7:00 p.m. at 636 Barnes Rd.
The Yalesville Volunteer Fire Company meets Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. at 143 Hope Hill Rd.
The East Wallingford Fire Company meets Tuesday night at 7:00 p.m. at 2 Kondracki Lane.
GOVERNMENT ACCESS TELEVISION
David Doherty Municipal Building 6 Fairfield Boulevard
(203) 294-2199 Fax: (203) 294-2199
Manager: Scott A. Hanley
Manages the local government access cable television channel.
Produces and distributes video programming about government services and programs.
Monitors telecommunications legislation and regulation.
Government Access Television telecasts programming in Wallingford on Comcast Communications cable television position #20.
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
45 South Main Street, Room #215
(203) 294-2065 Fax: (203) 294-2064
Director: Eloise Hudd, R.S., M.P.H.
Town Sanitarian: George S. Yasensky, R.S.
Assistant Sanitary Inspector: Wendy Kudzma
The Health Department provides all services required by the CT General Statutes and enforces both CT State Regulations and Local Ordinances. We are available to provide educational presentations upon request.
Environmental Health Functions
- Food Protection, Licensing and Food Handler Education
- Subsurface Sewage (Septic) Inspections and Permitting
- Private Well Water Permitting and Approval
- Lyme Disease Tick Identification and Education
- West Nile Virus (WNV) Surveillance and Education
- General Nuisance Complaints:
- Garbage
- Stagnant water/mosquito breeding sites
- Rodent Infestations
- Rabies Prevention Education and Coordination with Animal Control
- Public Swimming Pool Registration and Inspections
- Day Care Center Inspections
Health Statistics, Surveillance and Monitoring
- Quarterly statistics are reported to the Wallingford Board of Health, including School Health
Data
- Participates in the Health Alert Network (HAN)
Emergency Medical Services
- Active member of the LEPC
- Coordinates with the Fire Department for Ambulance Services
Contract Services Provided by:
Wallingford VNA
135 North Plains Industrial Rd.
Phone: 203-269-1475
Fax: 203-265-5357
- Home Care Visits
- Confidential Communicable Disease Education and Surveillance
- Women Infant and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program
- Community Nursing
- Pediatric Dental Health
- Immunizations
- Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention/Blood Screening
- Child Health Clinics
- Support Groups: Hep C, Mothers Group, Single Parents Group, and others
- Educational Services
Flu and pneumonia vaccines are available. Clinics may be scheduled. Call the VNA (203-269-1475) for more information.
WALLINGFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY
45 Tremper Drive (P.O. Box 415)
(203) 269-5173 Fax: (203) 269-5150
Director: Stephen Nere
1. Provision and maintenance of moderate income and elderly rental housing units.
Moderate Rental
# of Units
MR - 8A Ulbrich Heights
MR - 46 Ulbrich Heights Ext. 44
88
Elderly Rental # of Units
East Side Terrace
South Side Terrace
McGuire Court
McGuire Court
McKenna Court
Savage Commons
30
40
50
30
35
2. Provision of maintenance of "GAP" housing, units rent above the moderate income but below fair market rent.
GAP Housing # of Units
Ridgeland Road 32
3. Administer 25 Section 8 Certificates.
INLAND WETLANDS & WATERCOURSES COMMISSION
45 South Main Street, Room #G-40
294-2093
Environmental and Natural Resources Planner: Erin O'Hare
Review and approve applications which are environmentally sensitive - including but not limited to: wetlands impact, stream & waterbody encroachment, storm run-off impact.
Enforce inland wetlands regulations and approved permit conditions.
Act as staff liaison to Town Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission (IWWC).
Assist applicants with technical advice and provide the public with guidance and information regarding wetlands issues.
DEPARTMENT OF LAW
45 South Main Street, Room #308
(203) 294-2140 Fax: (203) 294-2112
Town Attorney: Janis M. Small
Assistant Town Attorney: Gerald E. Farrell, Sr.
Corporation Counsel: Adam Mantzaris
1. The Department of Law:
Is the legal advisor to and represents the Town and all of its agencies, officers, board and commissions acting in an official capacity in all legal matters.
Appears for and protects the rights of the Town in all actions, suits or proceedings brought by or against it or any of its departments, officers, agencies, boards or commissions.
Furnishes, upon request, the Town’;s officers, departments, agencies, boards or commissions with written opinions on any questions of law involving their respective powers and duties.
Prepares or approves forms of contracts or other instruments to which the Town is a party, or has an interest.
Has the power, with approval of the Town Council, to compromise or settle any claims by or against the Town.
2. The Town Attorney:
is the administrative head of the Department of Law and is appointed by the Mayor. Or designee attends all meetings of the Town Council and meetings of other boards and commissions as may be necessary.
3. The Assistant Town Attorney is appointed by the Mayor and is employed as a part-time assistant to
the Town Attorney.
4. The Corporation Counsel is a member of the classified service and devotes full time to the duties of
this office.
MAYOR'S OFFICE
45 South Main Street, Room #310
(203) 294-2070 (TDD Available) Fax: (203) 294-2073
Mayor: William W. Dickinson, Jr.
Administrative Aide, ADA Coordinator & Fair Housing Officer: Joan M. Stave
The Mayor's Office acts as a clearinghouse for citizens inquiries. If a question cannot be answered by the Department itself, the Mayor s Office will make every effort to seek the requested information or direct the call to the proper Department.
The Office of the Mayor is the nucleus of Town Government and all departments are accountable to the Mayor.
The Administrative Aide acts as handicapped access coordinator and Fair Housing Officer for the Town.
Town of Wallingford Fair Housing Policy
The Town of Wallingford is committed to promote Fair Housing choice and not to discriminate against any person as prohibited in General Statutes 46a-64c as amended. Protected classes include: race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, lawful source of income, familial status, physical or mental disability, or dual orientation.
The Town is committed to promote racial and economic integration in any housing developed or supported with State of Connecticut funds being sought.
The Town has assigned Fair Housing responsibilities to Joan M. Stave, Administrative Aide, Town Hall, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, Connecticut, 06492, 203-294-2070.
The Town is committed to informing applicants and beneficiaries and other affected parties of the procedures to be followed in filing a fair housing grievance with the Commissioner on Human Rights and Opportunities and /or Housing and Urban Development and to providing assistance needed to properly file.
This policy will be revised as needed in accordance with law.
This policy will be posted in Town offices and will be disseminated to applicants and beneficiaries, real estate offices, lending institutions, landlords and developers.
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
David Doherty Municipal Building
6 Fairfield Boulevard
(203) 294-2120 Fax: (203) 294-2127
Director: John Gawlak
Superintendent of Programs: Michelle Bjorkman
Asst. Supt. of Programs:
Open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 9:45 p.m.
1. There are 300 offerings each session (1,000 programs annually) which range from sports, arts and
trips, and which are geared to all ages.
2. Provides bookings for: gym facilities, ball fields, parks, tennis courts.
3. Community pool provides for summer swimming.
4. Oversees 2,000 acres of open space land, parks and ball fields.
5. Outdoor skating at Cheshire Road Open Space at Fresh Meadow Swamp, located on the corner of
Schoolhouse and Cheshire Roads.
PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
Personnel, Pensions and Risk Management
45 South Main Street, Room #301
(203) 294-2080 Fax: (203) 294-2084
Personnel Director: Terence Sullivan
Assistant Personnel Director: James Hutt
Processes applications for employment.
Advertises and tests for open positions.
Benefits administration.
Respond to employment questions.
Risk Management
294-2130
Risk Manager: Kurt V. Treiber
Administers insurance coverages, workers' compensation benefits and safety.
Performs routine field inspections to identify Town risk exposures and advises management of potential sources of accidental loss.
Coordinates claim activities with the Town Attorney that have potential for litigation.
The Town of Wallingford is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate as to age, race, color, creed, marital status, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or other protected status under state and federal laws.
PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT
45 South Main Street, Room #G-40
(203) 294-2090 Fax: (203) 294-2095
Town Planner: Linda A. Bush
Assistant Town Planner: Mark DeVoe
Review all development proposals and advise Planning and Zoning Commission if proposals submitted to them comply with Town regulations.
Coordinate application review with pertinent Town Departments.
Answer questions from residents, businesses, consultants, and developers pertaining to land use regulations within the Town.
Advise Planning and Zoning Commission on changes to zoning and subdivision regulation and zoning district boundaries.
Work with various state agencies in the review of local development projects, including the Department of Environmental Protection and Department of Transportation.
Respond to complaints about zoning violations.
Enforce sedimentation and erosion control regulations.
Serve as floodplain coordinator for the Town.
Provide staff assistance to the Conservation Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals.
Works, as needed, with the Economic Development Coordinator on business recruitment.
Prepares plans (Plan of Development, parking) as needed.
Enforce sign regulations.
U.S. Census Liaison.
Organization, maintenance and archiving of all Planning & Zoning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals records, files and maps.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
135 North Main Street
(203) 294-2800 Fax: (203) 294-2865
Administration: (203) 294-2828
Chief of Police: Douglas Dortenzio
Deputy Chief: Thomas J. Curran
Administrative Lieutenant:
1. Administration and management of the police department.
2. Budget formulation and fiscal management.
3. Establishment of goals, objectives and policies of the agency.
4. Recruits and selects employees.
5. Handles personnel matters.
6. The Chief of Police is the Legal Traffic Authority for the Town.
Communications Center/PSAP (Public Safety Answering Point)
(203) 294-2800
The newly developed Communications Center is staffed by civilian employees specifically trained to handle all 911 calls relating to Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services. The Center also handles all of the Police Department's routine calls for service.
Community Policing
(203) 294-2820
1. Work with residents and merchants to develop shared responsibility for both the prevention and detection of recurring criminal activity.
2. Analyze data and other appropriate information associated with recurring criminal activity.
3. Conduct criminal investigations as directed by the Chief of Police.
Crime Prevention
(203) 294-2820
Crime Prevention Officer DARE Officer 1. Develops and implements comprehensive crime and loss prevention programs for residential and businesses in Town.
2. Conducts residential and commercial security surveys free of charge upon request.
Detective Division
(203) 294-2845
Narcotics Officers: 294-2855 Narcotics 24-hr. Tip Line: 269-NARC 1. Investigates serious criminal cases.
2. Responsible for crime scene processing.
3. Recovery of stolen property.
4. Classification and maintenance of fingerprint and identification records.
5. Conducts comprehensive narcotics investigation.
Patrol Division
(203) 294-2800
Patrol Shift Commander: (203) 294-2805 1. Provides a wide range of assistance to citizens, including the investigation of routine complaints and response to emergency calls.
2. Maintains preventive patrol throughout the Town.
3. Responsible for law enforcement and public safety within the community.
Records Division
(203) 294-2810
1. Maintains/disseminates:
police incident and accident reports
criminal history record information
2. Processes requests for permits (e.g. bingo, raffle, bazaar, firearms, etc.).
3. Responsible for the inventory and disposal of property and evidence.
Traffic Division
(203) 294-2815
1. Investigation of motor vehicle accidents and traffic safety complaints.
2. Compiles and reviews traffic accident statistical data.
3. Conducts selective enforcement programs (e.g., radar, seatbelt and DWI).
4. Participates in traffic safety awareness programs at the local high school.
5. Enforces parking regulations.
Traffic Maintenance
(203) 294-2250 or 294-2815
1. Staffed by a civilian employee who works under the direction of the Lieutenant in charge of the Traffic Division.
2. Responds to traffic signal malfunctions and coordinates required repairs with the outside contractor.
3. Responsible for the installation of street and traffic regulatory signs..
4. Emplacement of traffic control signs and barricades for special events and emergencies.
Youth Division
(203) 294-2825
1. The Youth Officers handle:
Criminal matters involving children under 16 years of age.
Non-criminal matters involving children and youths under 18 years of age.
2. The Youth Officers provide:
Information and referral services for children and families.
Crisis intervention and emergency shelter.
Adolescent alcohol and drug abuse information, assessment and referral.
Safety and delinquency prevention program.
PROBATE COURT
45 South Main Street, Room #114
(203) 294-2100 Fax: (203) 294-2109
Judge: Philip A. Wright, Jr.
1. Decedents' Estates - Inform creditors, heirs and all interested parties on matters pertaining to estates, review and rule upon accountings, ascertain beneficiaries and ensure appropriate distribution.
2. Adoptions, Conservators, Termination of Parental Rights, Appointments of Trustees and Guardians - Provide proper information and guidance in how to handle matters pertaining to adoptions, conservatorships, termination of parental rights, appointment of guardians and trustees; review and rule upon fiduciary accountings.
3. Guardianships of the Mentally Retarded - Create and review guardianships for the mentally retarded.
4. Adult and Child Commitments - Conduct hearings for involuntary commitments to psychiatric facilities.
5. Change of Name - Process applications for change of name proceedings, and issuance of decrees for same.
6. Passports - Answer all inquiries pertaining to passports and accept passport applications.
7. Marriage Waivers - Grant waiver of blood test requirements and give permission for minors to marry under exceptional instance.
PROGRAM PLANNING
45 South Main Street, Room #311
(203) 294-2060
State and Federal Program Administrator: Donald W. Roe
Resource Recovery Project Coordinator: Doreen Zaback
EDC Business Recruiter: Doreen M. DeSarro
1. Grants writing and administration.
2. Monitors Federal and State legislation and regulations.
3. Acts as Economic Development Coordinator and staff of Economic Development Commission.
Works closely with state, regional and local organizations to promote the economic well being of the community.
Maintains a database of available commercial and industrial properties and will assist firms interested in relocating into or expanding within Wallingford.
Provides financial and demographic information upon request.
For on-line information available on available sites and property, use the Site Finder on the CT Economic Resource Center site.
For business and additional economic development information available on-line, go to the web site for the Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce.
4. Monitors and answers questions about Town Recycling, Compost and Resident Disposal programs.
5. Coordinates between municipality and CRRA for solid waste disposal.
6. Assists with Adopt-A-Road Program.
7. Coordinates between municipality and Household HazWaste Central, the place to dispose of
residential hazardous waste.
WALLINGFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
200 North Main Street
(203) 265-6754 Fax: (203) 269-5698
http://beta.blogger.com/aaa/www.wallingford.lioninc.org
Library Directors: Leslie Scherer, Karen Roesler
Main Library
Hours: Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(Closed Saturdays during the summer)
Sundays Call Library for hours
Yalesville Branch Library
Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
(Closed Saturdays during the summer)
The library provides the following services:
1. A collection of books, magazines, newspapers, video and audio tapes, compact discs, and more which is continuously updated. In addition, the library also provides access to millions of other books at libraries across Connecticut and the United States.
2. Information and patron assistance in person, by telephone and via the worldwide web.
3. Public access to the Internet, and other online and CD-rom databases.
4. Specially scheduled programs of educational interest for children and adults, such as story hours, school visits, book discussions, music and film programs.
5. Space which is handicapped accessible for persons to read, do research, homework, read newspapers and magazines, consult microfilm and online resources, and browse.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
100 John Street
(203) 294-2263
Director: Raymond F. Smith
EMERGENCY AFTER HOURS - WATER/SEWER/ELECTRIC DIV. - 265-5055
Electric Division
100 John Street
The Electric Division provides electric energy to customers in Wallingford and a portion of Northford and maintains the municipal street light system.
General Manager: Richard A. Hendershot
Assistant General Manager: Michael C. Holmes
Business Office: (203) 294-2020 Fax: (203) 294-2027
Office Manager: Thomas Sullivan
Operations Office (203) 294-2265 Fax: (203) 294-2267
Water & Sewer Divisions
377 South Cherry Street
Fax: (203) 949-2678
The Water and Sewer Divisions provide water and sewer service to a large portion of the Town of Wallingford.
General Manager: 949-2670 Roger M. Dann
Senior Engineer: 949-2672 Vincent M. Mascia
Office Manager: 949-2666 Richard T. Cassello
Water Superintendent: 949-2666 Rick C. Vanski
Water Treatment Plant: 949-2675
Sewer Superintendent: 949-2677 James R. Kirkland
Sewer Treatment Plant: 949-2677
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
29 Town Farm Road 294-2105 Fax: 294-2107
Director of Public Works: Henry McCully
Superintendent of Public Works: Edward J. Niland
Duties performed:
1. Roads:
Pave, chip seal, reconstruct and patch roads.
Clean, repair and/or install drainage and catch basins.
Repair and/or install curbs.
Plow and sand and removal of snow.
Remove snow from Town-owned sidewalks and parking lots.
Roadside mowing.
2. Maintenance of Parks and Buildings:
Maintain Municipal buildings.
Maintain all parks.
Set up reviewing stands.
3. Solid Waste:
Issue Commercial Hauler Permits.
Issue Senior Citizen Permits and Coupons.
Spring cleanup.
Leaf pickup and recycling.
Christmas tree pickup and recycling.
4. Other:
Tree and stump removal on Town property.
Assist Sheriff with evictions.
Maintenance of Fire, Police, Public Works Department and car pool vehicles.
General trash removal from Town properties only.
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS
45 South Main Street, Room #211
(203) 294-2125
Registrars: Diana Hotchkiss
Chester Miller
The Office of the Registrar of Voters provides services to the residents of the Town of Wallingford. Some of these services are:
1. Voter Registration; Enrollment Registration
Registrars available daily, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., to register voters.
Special sessions at election time on Saturdays and evenings.
Special sessions at other field locations such as high schools, public and private locations.
Witness signing of absentee ballots at area nursing homes.
Process and acknowledge mail-in registration.
Provide cross-town registration.
2. Voter Information:
Service to residents regarding questions pertaining to elections, primaries and other state laws.
Service to candidates by providing voter lists and information regarding their constituents.
3. Voter Lists:
Daily updating voter lists.
Up-to-date computerized information prepared by staff.
Available to all candidates.
Annual mailing removal notices to non-residents.
Maintenance of alphabetical card file of all voters.
Maintenance of voting lists for each district.
4. Voting Machines:
Responsibility to provide sufficient machines for each election.
Maintenance and storage of voting machines.
Responsibility to train and acquire competent machine mechanics to inspect and prepare machines for voting.
5. Elections and Primaries:
Selection of polling areas.
Providing voting machines for each polling area.
Instruction to election officials.
Providing election official for each polling area.
Installation of telephones at each polling area.
SPANISH COMMUNITY OF WALLINGFORD
284 Washington Street
(203) 265-5866 Fax: (203) 294-2256
Executive Director: Blanca Santana
1. We specialize in service to the Spanish speaking community and provide the following:
Transportation and interpreters to and from doctors, hospitals, Social Security office, etc. (donations accepted).
Advice concerning consumer protection, food stamps; what agencies to contact for special needs. We also advise on personal problems; we listen and try to resolve them in any way possible.
Clerical services: We translate and fill out all types of forms, type letters, make phone calls to employers, etc. We also notarize forms that need a notary seal.
Free tutoring in basic reading and writing and English as a second language (coordinated with the Literacy Volunteers and Adult Education).
Employment service.
Clothes for the needy.
2. We encourage:
Spanish community participation in federal, state and local activities or celebrations.
Self-sufficiency by referring members of the Spanish speaking community to Adult Education for English class.
TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE
45 South Main Street, Room #108
(203) 294-2145 Fax: (203) 294-2150
Town Clerk: Barbara Thompson
Asst. Town Clerk: Mary Beth Trautman
Asst. Town Clerk: Susan Colberg
1. Elections - National, State, Municipal and Special
Absentee Ballots
-- Application
-- Print ballots
-- Issue ballots
-- Check voter list and distribute ballots to ballot counters
Voting Machines
-- Print labels
-- Provide keys and seals
-- Petitions
-- Signature checking
-- Verification
General
-- Instruction to Election Officials
-- Distribution of materials
-- Record results
-- Advertisements
-- Keeper of records and reports
-- Campaign financing
2. Vital Statistics - Birth, marriage, certificates and burial, cremation and disinterment permits
Issue certified copies of birth, marriage and certificates to general public
Issue burial, cremation and disinterment permits to funeral directors
Record and index all vital statistics
3. Records
Land records including deeds, liens and releases
Appointments to boards and commission
Meeting notices and minutes of boards and commissions
Maps and surveys
Vital statistics
Town records
Liquor permits
Trade names
Claims against the Town
Military discharges
Notary Public appointments
4. Licenses Issued
Hunting, fishing, combination licenses and various forms
Marriage licenses
Dog licenses - June is Dog Licensing Month!
5. Miscellaneous
Certified voter ID cards
Service of Notary Public
Photocopy all public records on file
Attends all Council meetings
Issues duck stamps
Gives oath to all officers
Advertises all public hearings
Paperwork for Bonding Ordinances
TOWN COUNCIL
45 South Main Street, Room #220
(203) 294-2155 Fax: (203) 294-0180
Members:
Secretary: Robert F. Parisi, Chairman
Stephen W. Knight, Vice Chairman
Michael Brodinsky
Vincenzo M. DiNatale
Lois Doherty
Gerald E. Farrell, Jr.
Iris F. Papale
Rosemary Rascati
Vincent F. Testa, Jr.
Sandra Weekes
The Town Council acts as the legislative body for the community.
Important duties include:
1. Appropriation of all funds.
2. Adoption of all ordinances
3. Holds the power to purchase land or receive gifts on behalf of the Town.
4. Exercises legislative oversight over boards appointed by the Town Council.
Regular Council meetings are scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.
VETERANS SERVICE CENTER of MERIDEN-WALLINGFORD
45 South Main Street, Room #213
(203) 294-2165 Fax: (203) 294-2137
Director: Catherine Riccio
1. Give information to all Wallingford and Meriden residents who are eligible for veteran’s benefits and refer them to proper agencies, as needed.
2. Assist veterans, widows, dependent parents, dependent children and orphans by completing applications to obtain federal and state benefits.
Federal benefits:
(1) Applications for:
compensation (service-connected disabilities)
pension (non-service connected disability benefits
V.A. hospital treatment
G.I. school, home loans and insurance
burial allowance
headstones
(2) Outreach - mailings to local veterans organizations with updates from the VA Regional Office in Hartford on veteran benefits. o State benefits: (1) Applications for:
the $485 educational assistance for children of servicemen killed in action or totally disabled.
admittance to the Veterans Home and Hospital located in Rocky Hill.
burial in the State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown.
payment of cost to install federal grave-markers in private cemeteries.
assistance through the State Soldiers', Sailors' and Marines' Fund.
WALLINGFORD CENTER, INC.
261 Center Street
(203) 284-1807 Fax: (203) 284-1046
Executive Director: Caryl Ryan
1. Wallingford Center, Inc. is a private non-profit organization, whose purpose is to further the common good and general welfare of the entire community by coordinating revitalization, restoration and beautification efforts as well as promoting the center of Wallingford. WCI seeks to engage the entire community in the effort to make downtown Wallingford a focal point of activity and community pride.
2. Produces Celebrate Wallingford, Season of Celebration and Holiday Lighting Program.
3. Developed the Buy a Brick program, which is still in effect.
4. Wallingford Center, Inc. is always looking for volunteers. Call Caryl Ryan at 284-1807 if you want to get involved.
WALLINGFORD COMMITTEE ON AGING
Wallingford Senior Center
238 Washington Street
(203) 265-7753 Fax: (203) 284-9953
email: wlfdsenior.ctr@snet.net
Executive Director: William T. Viola
1. The mission of the Wallingford Senior Center is to provide services and programs for older adults of
the Wallingford community that enhance their dignity, support their independence and invite their
involvement in community life.
2. The Wallingford Senior Center functions as a multipurpose facility in accordance with the standards
developed by the National Council on the Aging (NCOA) and National Institute of Senior Centers
(NISC). The Center is open to all Wallingford residents, age 60 and over and to their families and
caregivers.
3. The Senior Center offers:
Monthly newsletter for registered members
Information, referrals and assistance
Transportation within Town
Family and caregiver support
Nutritious hot lunches
Health and wellness classes and programs
Registered nurse on site
Fitness classes and groups
Social worker on site
Volunteer opportunities
Leisure activities: educational, recreational & travel opportunities
Daily Activities for Independence Program (therapeutic activity for individuals requiring special assistance)
YOUTH & SOCIAL SERVICES
David Doherty Municipal Building
6 Fairfield Boulevard
(203) 294-2175 Fax: (203) 294-2127
Director: Craig Turner
Program Coordinator: Janice Server
Assistant Program Coordinator:
Counselor: Richard Ruotolo
Caseworker: Marion Zambory
The Wallingford Department of Youth and Social Services provides programs, activities and services that promote both a positive, healthy community and develop healthy, capable young people and families. We also provide services to families in need during times of crisis. Our programs and activities include:
Champions For Youth Program (developing positive community environment for youth and families)
Family Day Celebrations
High School Peer Advocate Program (students helping students)
Project Graduation (substance free graduation party for senior high schools)
T.W.I.G. (Intergenerational garden project for elementary/ middle school children and senior citizens)
Young Astronauts Club (club activity for grades 5-8)
Babysitting Course (middle school students)
Summer Youth Employment/Job Bank
Youth Counseling
Crisis referral
Information Resource Center
Red Ribbon Week (anti drunk driving and drinking program)
Youth Recognition Awards (Presidential Award for Community Service)
Mayor's Council on Substance Abuse Prevention
Board for Youth
Safe Homes/Healthy Homes Programs
Educational Programs (Parenting, Tobacco, Alcohol, Child Development)
Emergency Fuel Assistance
Salvation Army Assistance Programs
Crisis Assistance Services
Holiday Assistance Programs.
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