Fall foliage at Webster Preserve & Valley Falls, Vernon CT - Hartford hiking | Examiner.com

Fall foliage at Webster Preserve & Valley Falls, Vernon CT - Hartford hiking Examiner.com

Lincoln Avenue School in Bridgeport shows

Local Video: "ONLY ON 3: Video Shows Problems At Bridgeport Polls
BRIDGEPORT -- A video shot from inside the Lincoln Avenue School in Bridgeport shows a poll watcher telling a poll worker not to mix unofficial ballots with official ones before the workers says, 'I quit.'"

MissCT2010 Brittany Decker: Rockville Fest and the Renaissance Faire!

MissCT2010 Brittany Decker: Rockville Fest and the Renaissance Faire!: "I had the opportunity to meet Jason McCoy- Mayor of Vernon!"

Miss CT 2010 Brittany Decker: Rockville Fest and the Renaissance Faire!

MissCT2010 Brittany Decker: Rockville Fest and the Renaissance Faire!: "Grand Opening of Antonio's Restaurant! Such a sweet and hard-working family... The pizza looks delicious!"

Republican Sam Caligiuri -- Channel 3's Dennis House Blogs

Channel 3's Dennis House Blogs: "The new CT Capitol Report poll showing Congressman Chris Murphy a point behind Republican Sam Caligiuri is not only threatening his re-election to the 5th District, but also the stealth race he’s been running for a while: for the U.S. Senate in 2012."

Vernon Etre: Janowski vote allows RGH to shed maternity ward

Journal Inquirer Towns Vernon Etre: Janowski vote allows RGH to shed maternity ward

Democrats to Malloy: Raise Taxes on Lowest Incomes | Tom Foley for Governor | More Jobs, Not More Taxes | TomFoley2010.com

Democrats to Malloy: Raise Taxes on Lowest Incomes Tom Foley for Governor More Jobs, Not More Taxes TomFoley2010.com


As a candidate for governor Dannel Malloy has refused to rule out new taxes as a way to balance the state budget. He has said “everything is on the table” including higher income taxes, sales taxes and tolls, but he has refused to be specific about which taxes he intends to raise and by how much.

Now, a key Democratic ally, Portland First Selectwoman Susan Bransfield, has made it clear that the Democratic Party has moved beyond targeting millionaires for tax increases and is now focused on low income households as well. Appearing on channel 3’s Face the State, Bransfield said, “I happen to believe that everyone should contribute to the income tax. I know there are people who don’t pay below a certain level, but I believe to have full input… to be part of the state, you have to pay a portion of your income to the state of Connecticut.”

“This is the best illustration we could possibly have about why it is important to elect Tom Foley as governor and as many Republicans as possible to the state House and Senate. A Malloy administration paired with a Democrat controlled legislature is a recipe for new taxes on everyone. Including those that are hurting the most. The Democratic Party is unable to even think of reducing government spending as a means of balancing the budget. Their default position is to raise taxes and that’s the worst thing we can do during an economic downturn,” said Justin Clark, campaign manager for Tom Foley.

“Tom Foley’s plan calls for balancing the state budget by reducing wasteful spending – not by increasing taxes,” Clark said.

CA$H COP - Jeff Wright - Denise Nappier

McCoy For Mayor: Jeff Wright Connecticut's Cash Cop. Retire Denise Nappier#links

McCoy For Mayor: Jeff Wright Connecticut's Cash Cop. Retire Denise Nappier#links

Vernon Connecticut Public Hearing/Town Meeting for Road Repairs Sept 7th, 2010

Public Hearing/Town Meeting for Road Repairs Sept 7th, 2010

Said Public Hearing will take place at 7:10 p.m., and said Special Town Meeting will take place at 7:15 p.m., concerning the above Resolution.


LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF VERNON PUBLIC HEARING AND SPECIAL TOWN MEETING SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

This is to give Notice that on August 3, 2010, in accordance with Chapter XII Section 10F of the Vernon Town Charter, the Vernon Town Council scheduled a Public Hearing and Special Town Meeting to be held September 7, 2010, at the third floor Town Council Chambers in the Town Hall Memorial Building, 14 Park Place, Vernon, Connecticut, to hear comments and take the necessary action relative to the following Resolution recommended by the Mayor:
RESOLUTION REGARDING AN ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION
FOR ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $800,000.00

WHEREAS, in a continuing effort to improve the roadways in the Town of Vernon, and as a complement to the current public bond improvement program, the Department of Public Works has identified roads to repair, reclaim shim, chip and micro-pave, categorized as Groups # I and # II – Skinner Road area; and Groups # III and # IV – Merline Road area.

WHEREAS, Group # I consists of the roads: Barbara Road; Neil Road; Gerald Drive; John; Hany; Edith; and Donnel. The estimated cost for this group of roads is $340,560.00.

WHEREAS, Group # II consists of the roads: Wellwood Circle; Lawler; Hayes; Werner; Wolcott; George; Faith; Olive; Brimwood; Leona; and Bruce. The estimated cost for this group of roads is $138,012.00.

WHEREAS, Group # III consists of the roads: Discovery, Duncaster; Wilshire; and Seneca. The estimated cost for this group of roads is $219,120.00.

WHEREAS, Group # IV consists of the roads: Crest; Patricia; Claire; Forestview; Castlewood; Marjorie; Vernwood; Howard Oakmoor; Vinetta; and Walker Terrace. The estimated cost for this group of roads is $176,958.00.

WHEREAS, pricing may fluctuate due to conditions and the economy, a ten percent contingency of $87,465.00 is included in the total estimated cost.

WHEREAS, the estimated costs of this project is $962,115.00, and is to be included in the six-year capital improvement plan. The funding of $800,000.00 is recommended to come from undesignated fund balance, as of June 30, 2010. The balance of the estimated cost, $162,115.00, is to be derived from grants and other designated sources. If a funding shortfall occurs, the project appropriation will be restricted to available funds, and the road projects will be adjusted accordingly. Work on any of the identified road projects may only commence when funding for that portion of the project is fully designated in relation to the estimated cost.

NOW THEREFORE, Be It Resolved: That the Town Council hereby approves an additional appropriation from the General Fund balance in the amount of $800,000.00 to the fiscal year
2009-2010 Capital Improvement budget, account 10780290-57340, to fund the improvement of the roadways identified as Groups # I, # II, # III, and # IV.

Said Public Hearing will take place at 7:10 p.m., and said Special Town Meeting will take place at 7:15 p.m., concerning the above Resolution.

Journal Inquirer Bolton and Vernon Connecticut Work Together to fix Bolton Lake Weed Problem

McCoy For Mayor: Journal Inquirer Towns Bolton and Vernon Connecticut Work Together to fix Bolton Lake Weed Problem

Politics: Five Rising Stars Aged 25 and Under

Politics: Five Rising Stars Aged 25 and Under: "John Kleinhans, 20, Vermont Politics

When John Kleinhans fidgets with his BlackBerry in class, it's possible that he's checking Facebook. But it's more likely that he's texting with Vermont state representatives, some of whom he taught how to text in the first place. Kleinhans is barely an upperclassman at Vermont's Lyndon State College -- he'll be a junior this fall -- but he is already a significant presence in the Vermont Republican Party. He's spending the summer working as the campaign coordinator for Mark Snelling, a candidate for lieutenant governor." He's spending the summer working as the campaign coordinator for Mark Snelling, a candidate for lieutenant governor. In that capacity, Kleinhans is with Snelling around the clock, doing a little of everything -- prepping the candidate for interviews, driving, sitting in on editorial meetings, working on strategy, and more. The two met on the campaign trail last fall, during Kleinhans's unsuccessful run for secretary of the Vermont Republican Party Executive Board.

"I saw him on the campaign trail a bunch and we got to talking," Kleinhans said. "It was a perfect fit. I think he respected my work for the College Republicans, which is how I wound up where I am."

In his freshman year of college, Kleinhans became the country's youngest state chairman of the College Republicans. Under his leadership, the Vermont College Republicans went from a membership of five to around 150 active students, Kleinhans said. He's also been named one of the top 12 college Republicans in the country by the College Republican National Committee, an organization for which he serves as Northeastern regional vice chairman. And in his spare time, Kleinhans is student body president of Lyndon College.

"All young people should be involved in politics because it's our future that people are deciding," Kleinhans said. "It's also a lot of fun. You can connect with leaders across the country, you can go and have conversations with the governor, the lieutenant governor, and they actually listen to you."

What's Next?

"In the direct future, I'm contemplating a run for chairman of the CRNC (College Republican National Committee) -- that's still in the very beginning thinking process, but we're working on it," he said. "I also plan to go to law school. At some point I may try to seek public office, but I love what I'm doing right now. I'm having a lot of fun."

McCoy For Mayor: Teachers Facing Weakest Market in Years

McCoy For Mayor: Teachers Facing Weakest Market in Years

this lawsuit

this lawsuit


Tom Foley, the frontrunner in the Republican gubernatorial contest, filed this lawsuit against the State Elections Enforcement Commission Friday to stop it from giving his opponent, Lt. Gov. Michael Fedele $2.18 million in public campaign funds. Click above to read the Lawsuit.

CT News Junkie | Fedele, Boughton Receive $2.18M

CT News Junkie Fedele, Boughton Receive $2.18M


“I had reservations about the necessity of moving forward given the concerns,” Cashman said at Thursday’s meeting. But after discussions, he said he was “satisfied with the advisory opinion as written which contemplates this procedure.”
He also said he gives credit to the Fedele-Boughton campaign for relying on the advisory opinion in order to file their application.

According to Beth Rotman, executive director of the Citizens’ Election Program, the Fedele campaign brought in an estimated $220,000 and the Boughton campaign brought in about $40,000, which combined put it over the $250,000 benchmark for the qualifying grant. A supplemental grant of $937,500 also was given to the campaign because Foley’s April filing showed he had already raised $2.4 million.

“Qualifying for the clean elections program means our campaign will now have the resources to compete with our wealthy self-funding opponents in the primary and against whoever emerges as the Democrat standard-bearer in August,” Fedele said.
“With our fundraising effort completed, we are excited to dedicate all our time and energy to listening to and learning from Connecticut voters who are eager for reform,” Boughton said.

Journal Inquirer Letters To The Editor July 6

Journal Inquirer Letters To The Editor July 6

Vernon Blueberry Fest July 10, 2010 - Camp Newhoca Bolton Lakes Vernon Connecticut

McCoy For Mayor: Vernon Blueberry Fest July 10, 2010 - Camp Newhoca Bolton Lakes Vernon Connecticut

McCoy For Mayor: It's Your Choice Connecticut- Attorney Ross Garber nominated by Mayor Jason McCoy

McCoy For Mayor: It's Your Choice Connecticut- Attorney Ross Garber nominated by Mayor Jason McCoy

McCoy For Mayor: Selfless couple, Town of Vernon Receptionist Honored Article | ReminderNews

McCoy For Mayor: Selfless couple, Town of Vernon Receptionist Honored Article ReminderNews

Frank McCoy remembered for influence on Vernon, lives of family members

Journal Inquirer > Towns > Vernon > Frank McCoy remembered for influence on Vernon, lives of family members: "Frank McCoy remembered for influence on Vernon, lives of family members"

The Life and Time of Frank J. McCoy December 21, 1922 - April 6, 2010

The Life and Time of Frank J. McCoy December 21, 1922 - April 6, 2010

The Life and Time of Frank J. McCoy December 21, 1922 - April 6, 2010

McCOY, Frank J. Frank J. McCoy of Vernon, CT, passed away on April 6, 2010 and joins his wife Jeanette McCoy. He was surrounded by his family. He was born on December 21, 1922 in New Haven, CT and graduated from Milford High School in 1940 before serving as a Sergeant in the United States Army for three years in the European theater during World War II. He graduated from Yale University in 1949 and the University of Connecticut School of Law in 1956. He practiced law for 54 years and served as attorney for the Vernon Fire District during its consolidation with the City of Rockville in forming the Town of Vernon. He served two terms with the Vernon Town Council and Mayor of Vernon for four terms in the 70's and 80's. He served as President of the Connecticut Conference of Mayors and served for over 30 years as Attorney representative on the advisory review board for the Whiting Forensic Institute. He was the service officer for the Soldier Sailors Marine Fund for over 40 years helping war time veterans who were in need of financial assistance. In 1960, he formed the Vernon Midget Football League, which was the impetus for football being brought to Rockville High School. He was a coach in Vernon sports for over 40 years, coaching recreation basketball, baseball and football. In 1965, he formed and sponsored the Vernon Orioles baseball team who continue to play in the Hartford Twilight League until today. He is survived by his five children: Jack McCoy (June), Wayne McCoy (Laura), Karen McCoy (Gary Blinn), Dennis McCoy (Diana) and Attorney Frank McCoy, Jr. (Jane); his four grandchildren, Jason, Kevin, Jennifer and Kathleen; his brother John McCoy and sister Helen McCoy (deceased).

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. April 24, 2010 at the Sacred Heart Church, 550 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT 06066.

For online condolences, visit www.fullerfuneralhome.com.

Vernon To Begin Automating Trash, Recyclables Collection - Courant.com

Vernon To Begin Automating Trash, Recyclables Collection - Courant.com

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An Invitation from Mayor Jason McCoy to an event for State Senator Sam S. F. Caligiuri

An Invitation from Mayor Jason McCoy to an event for State Senator Sam S. F. Caligiuri

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Council agrees to recycling change; Vernon will go to automated single stream

Council agrees to recycling change; Vernon will go to automated single stream

VERNON — Town Council members voted Tuesday to make a major upgrade to the town’s trash and recycling routine by moving to single-stream recycling and using automated trucks. The Mayor’s Department Head of the Department of Public works explained that by doing this the Town will save $225,000.00. Mayor McCoy said this will not only be good for the environment but it makes good fiscal sense which is something that Vernon will need in these tough fiscal times.

Recycling Center Collecting Books For Nonprofit - Courant.com

Recycling Center Collecting Books For Nonprofit - Courant.com

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Update on Massachusetts Senate Race #1247466619963

#1247466619963: "Update on Massachusetts Senate Race
Adam Nagourney, The Times's chief political correspondent, assesses the race between the Democrat Martha Coakley and the Republican Scott Brown for the state's seat previously held by Senator Edward M. Kennedy."

Update on Massachusetts Senate Race
Adam Nagourney, The Times's chief political correspondent, assesses the race between the Democrat Martha Coakley and the Republican Scott Brown for the state's seat previously held by Senator Edward M. Kennedy.

Why Massachusetts Voted Brown. #1247466619963

#1247466619963: "Why Massachusetts Voted Brown
Carolyn Ryan of The New York Times analyzes the different campaign styles of Scott Brown and Martha Coakley and how they may have determined the outcome of the Senate race in Massachusetts." A discusses of the ramifications of Republican Scott Brown's victory over Democrat Martha Coakley for the Senate seat in Massachusetts.

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Jobs trump- Journal Inquirer

McCoy For Mayor: Jobs trump- Journal Inquirer

Jobs trump- Journal Inquirer

McCoy For Mayor: Jobs trump- Journal Inquirer

Article | ReminderNews "Looking Back at 2009, Part I"

Article ReminderNews: "Looking Back at 2009, Part I"

Mayor Jason McCoy | Facebook

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Defining journalism down

Defining journalism down

Mr. Burris: I have to agree. Those of us who are (Public People) are being "reported" about have noticed. There is more opinion written by reporters, unchecked quotes that lead folks to a conclusion and less raw data without adjectives. It is the Blog CNN type reporting.

McCoy For Mayor: Sen. Dodd to announce retirement

McCoy For Mayor: Sen. Dodd to announce retirement

Sen. Dodd to announce retirement

Sen. Dodd to announce retirement

McCoy For Mayor: Lt. Gov. Michael Fedele To Speak At Vernon Council Meeting

McCoy For Mayor: Lt. Gov. Michael Fedele To Speak At Vernon Council Meeting

Category:Mayors of places in Connecticut - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Category:Mayors of places in Connecticut - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Mayors of places in Connecticut" Jason L. McCoy

Category:Connecticut Republicans - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Category:Connecticut Republicans - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Connecticut Republicans" Jason L. McCoy

McCoy For Mayor: Jason L. McCoy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

McCoy For Mayor: Jason L. McCoy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Symbols return to library steps

McCoy For Mayor: Rell commends Vernon firefighters on ice rescue

McCoy For Mayor: Rell commends Vernon firefighters on ice rescue

VERNON — The heroic actions of four local firefighters who rescued a fisherman who had fallen through the ice on Sunday at Risley Reservoir drew some high-level praise Thursday.