Monday, January 29

By ANDY GOROSKO

Published: Jan 19, 2001 12:00 am

Monday, January 29

Board of Selectmen, 2001-2002 budget planning, 7:30 pm, Booth Library, 25 Main Street.

âWhat You Need to Know about Diabetes,â free program sponsored by St Rose Parish Nurse Ministry, 7:30 pm, St Rose School.

Tuesday, January 30

Board of Selectmen, 2001-2002 budget planning, 7:30 pm, Booth Library, 25 Main Street.

Board of Education, 2001-2002 budget planning, 7:30 pm, school offices, Canaan House, Fairfield Hills.

Wednesday, January 31

Blood Pressure Screenings, 10 am-noon, C.H. Booth Library, 25 Main Street, free screenings, presented by Ashlar of Newtown Nursing Department, information also available about high blood pressure, etc.

Housatonic Area Regional Transit, 4 pm, HART offices, 62 Federal Road, Danbury.

Board of Selectmen, 2001-2002 budget planning, 7:30 pm, Booth Library, 25 Main Street.

Thursday, February 1

Persons With Disabilities Committee, 5:30 pm, Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main Street.

Charter Revision Commission, 7 pm, Town Hall South, 3 Main Street.

Planning and Zoning Commission, 7:30 pm, land use office, Canaan House, Fairfield Hills.

Board of Ethics, 7:30 pm, Town Hall South, 3 Main Street.

Board of Selectmen, 2001-2002 budget planning, 7:30 pm, Booth Library, 25 Main Street.

Board of Education, 7:30 pm, 2001-2002 budget planning, school offices, Canaan House, Fairfield Hills.

Housatonic Valley Sierra Group meeting, begins 7:30 pm, Newtown Congregational Church House, 41-A Main Street, free and open to non-members, slide program on citizensâ efforts in Maine to preserve wilderness by creating a new national park, reception and refreshments follow program; 723-7208, 775-9644.

Saturday, February 3

First Saturday Pasta Project Dinner, 5-7:30 pm, Newtown United Methodist Church, 92 Church Hill Road, $8 adults, $6 seniors, $3.50 children, full spaghetti dinner with choice of sauces, also garlic bread, salad, desserts and soft drinks; 426-9998.

NUMC Coffee House, 7:45-10:45 pm, Newtown United Methodist Church, 92 Church Hill Road, admission $4 (or $3 if staying after pasta dinner), bluegrass and other music led by Roger Sprung and others, also desserts and coffee/soda; 426-9998.

Traditional Irish music concert by Gearoid OâhAllmhurain and Patrick Ourceau, 8 pm, Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street, Newtown (free pre-concert lecture by Dr OâhAllmhurain at 6:30), tickets $10 adults, $5 for children, concert of Irish music on concertina and fiddle, sponsored by Shamrock Traditional Irish Music Society; 203/256-8453.

Sunshine, Sweets, And Support: Tag And Bake Sale Assisted Families United In Newtown

‘Brick Walls And Surprises’ With Nick Sheedy, Next Genealogy Club Of Newtown Meeting

Edmond Town Hall Launching New Family Series

Ashurst Dancers Compete In Ireland; One Returns Home With World Medal

Red-Hot Bats! Baseball Team Piles 26 Runs In Two Games

Here is how Wilton's elected officials supported their budget, From the Wilton Paper: Please join us at the Annual Town Meeting (ATM) on Tuesday, May 6 and cast your vote on the Board of Selectmen and Board of Education budgets, as well as the mill rate and bonding referendums — collectively known as the ‘ATM Recommendations’. These recommendations reflect our community’s commitment to fiscal responsibility, outstanding education, and effective town services.

Says Referendum Process ‘Lacking Leadership’

The voters certainly spoke — and I respect the outcome — but let’s not forget that a “majority” doesn’t mean everyone agreed. Many of us are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living here. Supporting schools and services is important, but so is ensuring that residents can afford to stay in the town they love. We all want Newtown to be a great place to live, but lately, it’s starting to feel less like “Nicer in Newtown” and more like “More Expensive in Newtown.” That’s not sustainable, and it’s not a criticism of the town itself — it’s a call for responsible budgeting and long-term planning that doesn’t rely on tax increases year after year. I hope future decisions will reflect not just the desire to maintain services, but also the need to ease the financial burden on residents.

Budget, Capital Projects Pass: Officials Respond

I appreciate the passion behind this message, and I absolutely understand the desire to invest in our town. That said, I voted no — not because I don't care about Newtown, but because I do. Fiscal responsibility is not about ignoring problems, it’s about making sure we address them in a sustainable and transparent way. It’s frustrating to feel like every year there’s a new “urgent” reason to raise taxes, with little serious effort to curb spending or prioritize needs. I worry this just sets the stage for another round of increases next year. That doesn't mean I’m against education, safety, or our town’s future — it means I believe in accountability and in asking tough questions about how our money is managed. Voting no wasn't a rejection of Newtown — it was a call for more thoughtful, balanced leadership. I hope future conversations can include all perspectives, not just those willing to write a bigger check.

The Voters Chose Newtown

The voters spoke, loud and clear that they support our schools and municipal services. The majority vote was a mandate to keep delivering well rated education services and keep it" Nicer in Newtown."

Great effort by the those who attended to shine a light on the attacks on Democracy. Thanks for the article so all can understand whats happening.

Hundreds Attend ‘Rock This Democracy’ Rally

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