Friday, April 14

By SHANNON HICKS

Published: Apr 12, 2000 12:00 am

Friday, April 14

Housatonic Valley Council of Elected Officials, 10:30 am, personnel committee, HVCEO offices, Routes 25 and 133, Brookfield Center.

Housatonic Valley Council of Elected Officials, 12:30 pm, workshop session on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Brookfield Town Hall, Pocono Road, Brookfield.

The Music Man, by Newtown High Schoolâs Drama Department, 8 pm, NHS auditorium, 12 Berkshire Road, tickets $10 for adults, $5 students and seniors, performances also Saturday at 2 and 8 pm, full production of the classic musical about âTrouble in River City.â

Saturday, April 15

Pancake Day, 7 am-1 pm, Sandy Hook Fire House, Riverside Road, admission by donation, proceeds of pancake breakfast will be given to families of cancer patients Greg Chion and Thomas Ward, all are welcome, reservations not necessary.

The Music Man, by Newtown High Schoolâs Drama Department, 2 and 8 pm, NHS auditorium, 12 Berkshire Road, tickets $10 for adults, $5 students and seniors, full production of the classic musical about âTrouble in River City.â

Park and Recreation Easter Egg Hunt, 10 to 10:30 am at Watertown Hall on the Fairfield Hills Campus. The hunt is open to children ages 3 to 9.

Sunday, April 16

Ukrainian Easter Eggs workshop, 2-5 pm, Paproski Farm, 5 Hattertown Rd, $5, brief program on history of Ukrainian Easter eggs, then make your own to take home. Bring 2 white whole raw eggs (at room temperature unblemished), 2 small candles in holders, soft lead pencil and small towel. Reservations requested; 426-4017, 748-5521.

St Petersburg String Quartet in concert, 3 pm, Edmond Town Hall theatre, 45 Main Street, tickets $14, $12 students and seniors, performance of works by Shostakovich, Prokofiev, and Borodin sponsored by Newtown Friends of Music; 426-6470.

Monday, April 17

Commission on Aging, 7 pm, multipurpose center, Riverside Road, Sandy Hook.

Board of Selectmen, 7:15 pm, special meeting; 7:30 pm, regular meeting, Booth Library, 25 Main Street.

Tuesday, April 18

Board of Education, 7:30 pm, Newtown Middle School, 11 Queen Street.

Economic Development Commission, 7:30 pm, multipurpose center, Riverside Road, Sandy Hook.

Wednesday, April 19

PASSOVER BEGINS

AT SUNSET

Legislative Council, 8 pm, Booth Library, 25 Main Street.

Thursday, April 20

Flagpole Photographers meeting, 7:30 pm, C.H. Booth Library, 25 Main Street, free, non-members welcome, program by Ted Appel on âDigital Imaging,â membersâ print competition on âNight-Timeâ; 270-1943, 426-0558.

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

Friday, April 21

GOOD FRIDAY

Shetty Breaks O’Grady Relays Long Jump Record As Track Teams Shine

Big Win For Volleyball Team As Hawks Edge Defending Champs

Kids Have Fun At Affinity Esports Spring Break Camp

NMS Celebrates Administrative Professionals Day

Board Of Realtors Member Offices Again Supporting Strutt Your Mutt With Donations Drive

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

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.

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