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Fire Reports | March 31-April 6, 2016

Published: Apr 08, 2016 12:00 am

The radio dispatchers at the Newtown Emergency Communications Center at Town Hall South, 3 Main Street, report the following fire calls and the responders:Thursday, March 31: 2:29 pm, hazardous condition, 11 Queen Street, Hook & Ladder responded.Friday, April 1: 3:18 am, motor vehicle accident, near intersection of Botsford Hill Road and Swamp Road, Botsford responded; 3:29 pm, alarm, 1 Stonewall Ridge Road, Dodgingtown responded; 5:31 pm, alarm, 101 Hanover Road, Hook & Ladder and Hawleyville responded; 5:38 pm, wires down, near 60 Georges Hill Road, Hawleyville responded; 11:07 pm, hazardous condition, Hanover Road near Silver City Road, Hook & Ladder responded.Saturday, April 2: 8:58 am, alarm, 45 Osborn Hill Road, Sandy Hook responded; 9 am, hazardous condition, near 54 Church Hill Road, Hook & Ladder responded; 10:40 pm, motor vehicle accident, near 33 Boggs Hill Road, Hook & Ladder responded.Sunday, April 3: 7:37 am, wires down, near 26 Sugar Street, Hook & Ladder responded; 8:11 am, wires down, near intersection of Hillcrest Drive and Covered Bridge Road, Hawleyville responded; 8:32 am, wires down, near 5 Farrell Road, Hawleyville responded; 8:54 am, wires down, near 5 Farrell Road, Hawleyville responded; 9:45 am, wires down, near 159 Poverty Hollow Road, Dodgingtown responded; 10:28 am, wires down, near 195 Alpine Drive, Sandy Hook responded; 10:52 am, wires down, near 52 Riverside Road, Sandy Hook responded; 11:47 am, wires down, near 10 Pepperidge Road, Dodgingtown responded; 2:48 pm, alarm, 3 Primrose Street, Hook & Ladder responded.Monday, April 4: 1:34 am, alarm, 13 Winding Brook Road, Hook & Ladder responded; 8:02 am, medical assist, Suzie Drive, Hawleyville responded; 6:10 pm, hazardous condition, near intersection of Taunton Lane and Mt Pleasant Road, Hawleyville responded.Tuesday, April 5: 8:01 am, motor vehicle accident, I-84, Hook & Ladder responded; 8:12 am, medical assist, Toddy Hill Road, Botsford responded; 10:01 am, public service, Main Street flagpole, Hook & Ladder responded; 10:49 am, medical assist, Lakeview Terrace, Sandy Hook responded; 12:21 pm, medical assist, West Street, Hook & Ladder responded; 12:49 pm, alarm, 11 Brandywine Lane, Sandy Hook responded; 1 pm, medical assist, Lakeview Terrace, Sandy Hook responded; 11:35 pm, alarm, 8 Pecks Lane, Botsford responded.Wednesday, April 6: 8:04 am, alarm, 45 Sugar Street, Hook & Ladder responded; 8:36 am, alarm, 8 Pecks Lane, Botsford responded; 7:20 pm, public service, intersection of Vona's Way and Oak Ridge Drive, Dodgingtown responded.

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Thank you LeReine, for speaking out about this. The list of public servants who are unfairly targeted for abuse just for doing their jobs has been growing. It is a testament to the power of propaganda that otherwise good and well-meaning people can get so emotional as to act out in this way.

Discusses Role As Registrar

While I respect the outcome of the referendum, I’m disappointed by the way this budget was presented and passed. A 6.72% tax increase and a mill rate jump to 28.78 may have been framed as “just a few dollars a day,” but for many families in town — especially those already stretched thin — those “few dollars” add up quickly. It’s frustrating to see large increases minimized in this way, and I worry that next year we’ll hear, “It’s only a little more than last year,” as if that justifies an ongoing trend of rising taxes. This year’s combined municipal and education budgets total over $141 million — that’s a significant sum.

Everything Passes: Budgets, Capital Projects Referendum Results In

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?

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