Nature Walks Returning In May

By SHANNON HICKS

Published: Apr 20, 2012 12:00 am

Members of The Town & Country Garden Club of Newtown are preparing the 5th Annual Natural Walks, which will return to Orchard Hill Nature Center on Sunday, May 6.

From 2 to 4 pm the public is invited to meander along the trails of the nature center on Huntingtown Road, the entrance of which is approximately a quarter of a mile south of Huntingtownâs intersection with Orchard Hill Road. Numerous temporary signs and markers will have been placed along the trails to identify numerous varieties of ferns, wildflowers, invasives and indigenous trees that can be found within the property.

Wooded pathways and boardwalks made the tour safe and comfortable for walking so that the experience of discovering different plants and their habitats can be safely enjoyed along the way.

New this year will be a pair of guided tours led by members of the garden club. The tours will begin at 2 and 3:30 and will include a history of the dam and waterfall in the preserve, as well as the general geology of the area.Â

All ages are welcome.

For additional information, call Margareta Kotch, at 203-405-3171.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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."

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