Maria L. and Shawn Kasak to Dina and Brian Reagan of Newtown, residential property at 8 Washbrook Road for $392,500. Toll CT II Limited Partnership of Horsham, Penn., to Theodore F. Haynos of Sandy Hook, residential property at 28 Watkins Drive for $

By MARY GAUDET

Published: Jun 18, 2010 12:00 am

Maria L. and Shawn Kasak to Dina and Brian Reagan of Newtown, residential property at 8 Washbrook Road for $392,500. Toll CT II Limited Partnership of Horsham, Penn., to Theodore F. Haynos of Sandy Hook, residential property at 28 Watkins Drive for $431,898. Michael DâAmato of Newtown to Karen M. and Michael A. Janiak of Newtown, residential property at 12 Serene way for $1,300,000. Diane Licata of Sandy Hook to David Jurman of Sandy Hook, residential property at 3A High Bridge Road for $369,000.

Karen M. and Charles J. Santo of East Haven, Vt., to J H. Hanke and Kimberly A. Verdries of Newtown, residential property at 70 High Rock Road for $800,000. Goldbach Builders LLC of Sandy Hook to Alex Rio and Kristen Urso-Rio of Sandy Hook, residential property at 4 Tilson Lane for $578,000. Jade Gou of Sandy Hook to John Metzner of Newtown, residential property at 9 Edgewood Drive for $272,200. Christian Tobias Litzenburger to Maria Gador, residential property at 4 Hunting Ridge Road for $285,000. Harold A. Hammond of Newtown to Tom Galati and Meghan Beard of Newtown, residential property at 148 Taunton Hill Road for $640,000.

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All of the referendums deserve to be pasted. We have a history of deferring needed maintenance and then paying more years later. These are required to keep our town owned building and roads in working condition.

Vote “Yes” To Question #5 On Referendum

Every vote matters and that’s exactly why it’s important to recognize that voting No on a proposed budget is not a vote against Newtown, but rather a vote for accountability, transparency, and fiscal responsibility. Last year, when voters rejected the education budget in its first round, it wasn’t just a symbolic gesture—it resulted in a reduced spending plan that ultimately passed. That outcome showed that our voices can and do make a difference. Voting “No” is one of the few tools residents have to encourage our town leaders to re-evaluate spending, find creative solutions, and prioritize needs over wants. So yes, please vote on April 22—but don’t be afraid to vote “No” if you believe we can do better. Last year’s vote proved that when residents speak up, real changes can follow.

Get Out And Vote

Breaking the tax increase down to a “cost per day” may make it sound more palatable, but it minimizes the real impact these increases have—especially on those already struggling with rising costs across the board. A dollar here and a dollar there adds up, and for many families, it's not just about the price of a cup of coffee—it's about stretching every dollar to cover groceries, fuel, healthcare, and housing. A 6.72% property tax increase is significant, regardless of how it’s framed. Saying “it’s only $1.13 a day” overlooks the fact that for some residents, every expense matters. Just because costs are rising doesn’t mean the burden should automatically fall on taxpayers without exploring real efficiencies, cost savings, or long-term planning. We need to prioritize fiscal responsibility and find smarter ways to manage our town’s needs without assuming residents can or should absorb another round of tax hikes.

Is Our Community Worth $1.67 Per Day?

Let’s have the library present a 20-year, 40-year, and 60-year OPEX/capital investment plan to determine whether this is truly a sustainable investment or just another sunk cost fallacy. Two of the items we’re voting on next week were originally framed as “donations,” yet they continue to cost this town more money over time. It’s time to say no, and force a serious reevaluation of how we approach these decisions.

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Maria L. and Shawn Kasak to Dina and Brian Reagan of Newtown, residential property at 8 Washbrook Road for $392,500. Toll CT II Limited Partnership of Horsham, Penn., to Theodore F. Haynos of Sandy Hook, residential property at 28 Watkins Drive for $

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