Well, the press coverage is now out regarding the upcoming town meeting on March 10th to discuss bringing back the Resident State Trooper program. The coverage I am referring to can be read in this week’s Lakeville Journal as well as The Litchfield County Times. Continue Reading
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By John Mauer Last night, the Board of Education presented their budget to the Board of Finance, although only half of the Board of Finance attended. The overall budget showed less than 1% increase, largely due to the response of Anthem health care insurance dropping their rate increase from an astronomical 32.5% to a really rotten 19%. Kent Park and Recreation and First Serve Tennis Academy will sponsor tennis lessons this spring for youngsters ages 3 to 13 at Kent Common Park, Swift Lane. Continue Reading By John Mauer For many years, Kent did not have public restrooms. Then, as the Jim Preston and Rock Hill Associates built the Village Barns, they added two public rest rooms at their own expense. Now the Town and the Chamber of Commerce will take over part of that expense. What would inspire a contemporary writer to use a centuries old story telling technique? What is a picaresque novel and why does the format lend itself to rendering modern experiences? Is this a guy thing or do women writers find the technique useful? Continue Reading Curves of Kent is encouraging women in the area to show their philanthropic strength by participating in the annual Curves Food Drive. And, even though donating food to families in need is its own reward, the club is offering compelling incentives for both existing and potential members who participate. Continue Reading By John Mauer The Board of Selectmen got serious about budget cuts yesterday, culminating a series of budget workshops. In particular, they addressed the growing number of assistants in each department, and moved to reduce that number. Last week the Kent Chamber of Commerce held its annual cocktail party and membership kickoff event in the beautiful setting of the Kent Kitchen Works with fabulous food from the Fife ‘n Drum and wine provided by Kent Wine & Spirit. Members longtime and new enjoyed time to visit and network. Continue Reading Kent’s Social Services Director, Jerrilynn Tiso, is still taking applications for the Energy Assistance Program. There are several levels of energy assistance and each has its own income guidelines. In addition, Jerrilynn can take applications for Operation Fuel, yet another energy assistance program with its own, higher income guidelines. Continue Reading The Town of Kent will hold a public hearing on the Resident State Trooper program on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 8:00 p.m. The hearing will be preceded by a short Town Meeting to approve the $200,000 STEAP Grant for the Community House renovation.  Email This Post
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