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Spring reminder from Building Dept

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Spring reminders from the Granby Building Department By William Volovski, Granby Building Official It seemed like this winter would never end, but now that the temperatures are rising many homeowners are still dealing with ice damming problems that arose during the winter. The Building Department receives quite a few calls regarding this and other roof problems. Unfortunately the combination of weather events and temperatures provided the perfect opportunity for ice dams. Ice dams are usually […]

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Budget Schedule

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Town Budget Schedule March 30: Boards of Education and Selectmen present budgets to Board of Finance, Town Hall, 7 p.m. April 9: Budget Books available to public in Town Hall, Police Department and libraries April 13: Board of Finance presents 2015-16 budget at Public Hearing, GMHS auditorium, 7 p.m. April 27: Budget Referendum in Town Hall Meeting Room, 12–8 p.m. For further information, visit the town website, granby-ct.gov. […]

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Recreation Department News March

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Director: Tom Tyburski Office Hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Open 24/7 at www.GranbyRec.com for program registration. Telephone: 860-653-8947 Fax: 860-653-0173 Website: www.GranbyRec.comWe accept MasterCard/Visa/Discover for payments. Program/Trip Registration: All programs/trips are based on a first come basis and space availability and require advance registration; payment must accompany registration. Please register early to avoid disappointment. Scholarships: Recreational and leisure oppo […]

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Volunteers Needed by PZC

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Volunteers needed for PZC Granby Center Study Subcommittee The Planning and Zoning Commission is seeking interested persons to work on a subcommittee established to review the Granby Center Commons zone and Historic Overlay zone. At present four work sessions are anticipated where a variety of ideas can be explored. If you are interested in participating, please contact Fran Armentano at 860-844-5319 or framentano@granby-ct.gov. […]

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LAFD Explorer Post

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LAFD establishes Explorer Post By Tim Riklis The Lost Acres Fire Department and the Connecticut Rivers Council, Learning for Life are pleased to announce the establishment of the Lost Acres Fire Department Explorer Post 1936. LAFD is accepting applications from Granby residents age 14–18 for participation in the Cadet Program. As members of the LAFD Explorer’s Post 1936, cadets train and serve alongside LAFD firefighters and will be trained to assist the firefighters with various […]

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Social Services Column

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Fuel Assistance: Applications for the CT Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) and the CT Heating Assistance Programs (CHAP) will be accepted until March 15. The CEAP/CHAP help households pay for primary heating bills. Applicants must provide: proof of income for all household members for the 4 weeks prior to the application date, proof of all assets, social security numbers for all family members, proof of rental or mortgage expenses and the current month’s utility bill. Please call the office […]

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Zoning Amendment Denied

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Zoning amendment on historic overlay zone denied By Elaine Jones By a vote of 5­–1, with one member not in attendance, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted to deny without prejudice an amendment to the Zoning Regulations that would have allowed, through a Special Hearing format, the possibility of an application for a restaurant at 261 Salmon Brook Street. Commission members were divided on the issue, resulting in an invitation to residents to attend a special meeting to express […]

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Spending Held Tight

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Spending Held Tight – Revenues Flat By Michael Guarco, Chair, Board of Finance Preparations for the FY2016 Budget are underway…against a backdrop of essentially flat revenues. At the three-board meeting held in late January both the school and municipal administrations presented their estimated budget requirements, both of which were in the 3.5 percent increase range. As work has continued on them and more and better information becomes available, both administrations and the boar […]

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GPD New Officer

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Jose Antonio Martinez, Jr. started his career with the Granby Police Department on Wednesday, Feb. 18. He received his new badge at a swearing in ceremony attended by family, friends and his new co-workers. Officer Martinez is not new to law enforcement. He had a successful 20-year career with the Bloomfield Police Department, having retired at the rank of sergeant. He brings extensive training and experience to the Granby Police Department. Officer Martinez has a strong interest in community p […]

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BOE Budget Overview

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On March 4, I will present the FY16 Administrative Budget to the Board of Education. The budget is a spending plan that is responsive to the slow recovering economy, the priorities established by the community, board-approved goals, the mission of the school district, and, the budget guidelines established by the Board of Finance. Next year’s budget is presented at a time of increasing special education costs; uncertainty about how the state plans to meet its budget deficit and funding to […]