Lights of Remembrance

By KAAREN VALENTA

Published: Dec 08, 1999 12:00 am

The Newtown Chamber of Commerce has been sponsoring a fund-raising drive for the 15th annual Tree Lighting ceremony that was held at the Ram Pasture on December 3. Donors contributed in honor of someone they wished to remember. The following contributions were made during the past week:

In Honor Of . . . Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Donor:

Edward Corant....................... The Ragan Family, Thyra Grant

Dan Howryletz......................................... The Gellella Family

Nicole Ezowa Ringos........................... Mark and Dawn Ringos

Theodore Domiankzyk....................................... The Scaloras

Peter Deutsch.................................................. The Scaloras

Walter Eick.............................................. Bill and Ellen Eick

Lamar Howell............................................ Bill and Ellen Eick

Dr Russell Strasburger................................... James W. Crick

In Honor Of . . . .................................... Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Donor:

Clinton F. Owen........................................... Sarah Thomsen

Trinity Episcopal Church........................... The Parsloe Family

Newtown Montessori School...................... The Parsloe Family

James G. Loecher..................................... The Parsloe Family

Hawley Warner......................................... The Parsloe Family

Roy W. Conaway...................................... The Parsloe Family

Christine J. Francis.................................. The Parsloe Family

Denise Sporer.......................................... The Parsloe Family

The following Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze donations were made during the past three weeks:

Platinum Sponsors ($1,000 up) The Inn At Newtown

Gold Sponsors ($500-$999 Newtown Savings Bank, T.R. Paul

Silver Sponsors ($150-$499) J.P. Maguire, CFS Bank, Bob Tendler, Attorney Anne M. Ragusa

Bronze Sponsors (up to $150)

Frank Gavel Jr, Paul Brautigam, Hoffman Fuel, Julia Wasserman, Newtown Car Care, Honan Funeral Home, Dr Curtis Beck, Dr Roger Moore, Newtown Manufacturing, Dr Dudley, Shannon Associates, Kerin Commercial R.E., House of Good Spirits, Virginia Lathrop, Ray Ruzek, Newtown Board of Realtors, Mary Jane and Bart Healey

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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.

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.

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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.

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