The Putnam Police Department and the Putnam Public Schools have embarked on a back-to-school safety campaign, according to a joint release by Chief of Police Rick L. Hayes and Superintendent of Schools William Hull. The campaign is titled “We Care Because You Care.”
The theme of the campaign is a reflection of the thinking by the police and school personnel regarding the welfare of the children in the Putnam community. The joint effort is a reassurance to parents that their children will be carefully watched over to and from school and during school hours.
“September is a hectic time of year. The end of summer, the Labor Day weekend and the start of school all have people scurrying around with so much to do that they often forget that our kids are back to school. Our goal is to heighten the safety awareness of drivers and prevent potential tragic situations,” said Hayes.
“We realize that parents have the utmost concern for the safety of their children when they’re not under their direct supervision. We want to maintain that same type of diligence for the kids of our community,” added Hayes.
The aim of the campaign is to promote a safe opening to the school year and a reminder to drivers that it’s important to drive cautiously not only around schools but anywhere where children may be walking. Special attention is being drawn to areas where students are crossing streets and also in the vicinity of the school, where traffic is moving in and out at drop off and pick up times.
“We don’t have to look very far from our community where tragedy struck last year when a teacher was killed by an automobile backing at the school drop off area. These types of tragedies can be avoided if drivers will just slow down and use caution around schools,” said Hull.
Drivers are also encouraged to drive free of distractions, especially using cell phones and texting. Putnam Police are maintaining a diligent watch for distracted drivers, especially those individuals who are texting or using cell phones while driving. The superintendent also noted that speed limits are reduced in school zones for a reason.
“Even though children are reminded to look both ways and be careful when crossing intersections, they often are in a rush and forget safety rules. Our kids are our future and it’s our responsibility to make sure they are safe at all times,” said Hull.
As a final reminder, Hayes and Hull note that school buses are on the road from early morning into the evening hours. Drivers must be alert to students embarking and disembarking these vehicles. They are cautioned that it’s illegal to pass a stopped school bus with flashing red lights.
“Putnam is a wonderful community where we all care about our citizens, especially our school aged kids. Let’s all be careful behind the wheel, not only at the start of school, but also throughout the year. And remember ‘We Care Because You Care,’” said Hayes.
Legal Notice
Town of Pomfret
Planning and Zoning Commission
At the August 25, 2104 Meeting of the Pomfret Planning & Zoning Commission, the following applications were acted upon:
1. Rectory School, 528 Pomfret Street, construction of a gazebo and amphitheater; approved with conditions.
2. Windham County 4H Foundation, 326 Taft Pond Road, modified site plan; approved with conditions.
Dated at Pomfret, Connecticut August 27, 2014
Lynn L. Krajewski,
Clerk
Planning &
Zoning Commission
Sept. 10, 2014
Legal Notice
Public Hearing
Town of Pomfret
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Pomfret Planning & Zoning Commission will hold the following Public Hearing on Monday, September 22, 2014, starting at 7:00 PM at the Pomfret Senior Center, 207 Mashamoquet Road, Pomfret Center, Connecticut:
1. James Weiss, 389 Wrights Crossing Road — Class II Home Occupation application for chocolate making facility.
Town of Pomfret
Planning & Zoning Commission
Dated this 8th day
of September 2014
Lynn L. Krajewski,
Clerk
Sept. 10, 2014
Sept. 17, 2014
Help for blind
readers available
PUTNAM — Do you or someone you know have difficulty reading regular print material because of a visual or physical impairment? The Connecticut Library for the Blind & Physically Handicapped provides library support and materials in a specialized format to eligible Connecticut residents to ensure that all may read.
The Putnam Public Library recently received a demonstration playback machine and several books to enable prospective users to try out the equipment. This free library service features audio books, magazines and audio equipment mailed directly to your home and returned postage free, as well as a 75,000+ library collection and assistance in finding your next good read.
Downloadable books are also available from the Braille and Audio Reading Download (BARD) website.
Any Connecticut resident with a visual impairment, physical impairment or reading disability is eligible for Talking Books; applications must be signed by an appropriate certifying authority. Download your application at http:goo.gl/XYfnQp or pick one up at the Putnam Public Library. Come in and try out the easy convenient playback machine at 225 Kennedy Drive in Putnam, Connecticut. www.putnamlibrary.org
PUTNAM — The Complex Performing Arts’ will present “Fairytale Courtroom, “ theatre by Kids for Kids,” Sept. 12, 13 and 14 at the Bradley Playhouse.
The production is at 7 p.m. Sept. 12 and Sept. 13 and at 2 p.m. Sept. 14. All seats for this production are general admission, but you may make reservations with a credit card by calling 860-928-7887 or order on-line atwww.thebradleyplayhouse.org. You may also purchase tickets at the box office from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday from 10:00 - 6:00, or at the door.
Come see the Big Bad Wolf and the Wicked Witch, who are on trial for wreaking havoc, having tried to prevent the general public from living happily ever after! Hear personal accounts of what happened as told by Snow White, Dorothy, Sleeping Beauty, the Three Little Pigs, Little Red Riding Hood and many others. The audience is the jury, so who knows what will happen! It’s directed by Seana Hendrickson.
The Bradley Playhouse and the Complex Performing Arts Center are working together to bring the “Theatre for Kids by Kids” to this century old vaudeville theatre. Not only does it give the young actors a chance to perform on the Bradley’s stage, but it opens up the opportunity to share these performances with a wider audience, and in the process build the future generation of thespians to perform in main season stage productions.