Article ReminderNews: "After seven years of planning, fundraising and construction, the new playscape at the Lake Street School in Vernon finally reached completion and was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 24."
As the students, their teachers and staff looked on, Principal Bob Testa offered his greetings, introducing Marcotte , Mayor Jason McCoy, who read a proclamation of congratulations. The ribbon was then ceremoniously cut, and without further ado, the children got to enjoy the new playscape. In short order, the swings, the slides, the jungle gyms and the parallel bars were in full use.
June 22, 2009
Conservation Plan Update Article | ReminderNews
Article ReminderNews: "In accordance with state statutes, the POCD, which guides land use, must be updated every 10 years, or the town could lose funding. Vernon’s 10-year cycle ends as of July 1, 2010."
Mayor Jason McCoy said the first two phases have been reserved, for a total of $76,000. For fiscal year 2010, phase three of $38,000 has been adopted, for a potential total of $114,000 for first three of the five phases of the project.
Part of the negotiations are for the town to use some of its own resources, such as the Geographic Information System (GIS), to defray some costs. Mc-Coy indicated the town may also seek the help of a different firm for the public polling, to save more money.
Mayor Jason McCoy said the first two phases have been reserved, for a total of $76,000. For fiscal year 2010, phase three of $38,000 has been adopted, for a potential total of $114,000 for first three of the five phases of the project.
Part of the negotiations are for the town to use some of its own resources, such as the Geographic Information System (GIS), to defray some costs. Mc-Coy indicated the town may also seek the help of a different firm for the public polling, to save more money.
Property Tax Exemption
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VERNON- Mayor Jason McCoy has announced that Vernon residents who have served in the Armed Forces and currently qualify for the Disabled Veteran status will no longer need to provide annual proof of disability to the Town Assessor’s Office for a municipal tax credit. Under the new legislation signed by Gov. Rell, Senate Bill 848 “An Act Concerning the Disabled Veterans’ ; Property tax Exemption,” eliminates the requirement of annual filing for the Disabled Veteran Property Tax Credit. The new law benefits disabled service members who will now need to file appropriate paperwork once, eliminating the need for annual filing and making it easier to obtain and submit proof of disability. The law takes effect immediately .
Connecticut state law permits annual Municipal Tax Credits of $1,000 to be applied by the Assessor’s Office for qualified veterans. For additional information on this new law, and its affects on disabled veterans in Vernon, call the Assessor’s Office at 870-3625"
VERNON- Mayor Jason McCoy has announced that Vernon residents who have served in the Armed Forces and currently qualify for the Disabled Veteran status will no longer need to provide annual proof of disability to the Town Assessor’s Office for a municipal tax credit. Under the new legislation signed by Gov. Rell, Senate Bill 848 “An Act Concerning the Disabled Veterans’ ; Property tax Exemption,” eliminates the requirement of annual filing for the Disabled Veteran Property Tax Credit. The new law benefits disabled service members who will now need to file appropriate paperwork once, eliminating the need for annual filing and making it easier to obtain and submit proof of disability. The law takes effect immediately .
Connecticut state law permits annual Municipal Tax Credits of $1,000 to be applied by the Assessor’s Office for qualified veterans. For additional information on this new law, and its affects on disabled veterans in Vernon, call the Assessor’s Office at 870-3625"
June 12, 2009
School Going Green Bill Signed at VCMS
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June 11, 2009
Teachers Agree to Furlough Day -- Courant.com
Teachers Agree to Furlough Day -- Courant.com: "Teachers Agree to Furlough Day
June 11, 2009
VERNON – - Teachers have agreed to take a furlough day, saving the school system about $150,000 and provided the board of education with about half of a $300,000 cut mandated by the Mayor.
After the town's $76 million budget was approved last month, the board of education was asked to cut $300,000 from the $45.8 million education spending plan by Mayor Jason McCoy. On Monday, the board and teachers agreed to a furlough day Jan. 15, 2010 at a savings of $150,000. The remaining cuts will be taken from reductions in insurance and supply accounts.
The 2009-10 school year will be reduced to 181 days, one above the state-mandated 180 days of school."
June 11, 2009
VERNON – - Teachers have agreed to take a furlough day, saving the school system about $150,000 and provided the board of education with about half of a $300,000 cut mandated by the Mayor.
After the town's $76 million budget was approved last month, the board of education was asked to cut $300,000 from the $45.8 million education spending plan by Mayor Jason McCoy. On Monday, the board and teachers agreed to a furlough day Jan. 15, 2010 at a savings of $150,000. The remaining cuts will be taken from reductions in insurance and supply accounts.
The 2009-10 school year will be reduced to 181 days, one above the state-mandated 180 days of school."
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Mayor of Vernon Jason L. McCoy presents fire gear to the city Mao, Valverde, Dominican Republic.
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The town of Vernon is pleased to announce the donation of fire gear to the city of Mao, Dominican Republic, on May 2 at the Hartford Fire Department Training Academy.
Mayor Jason L. McCoy and Vernon Fire Chief William Call joined together with the city of Hartford to present the equipment, consisting of protective coats and helmets formerly used by the town of Vernon to Mayor Odalis Rodriguez and Fire Chief Manual Peralita of Mao, located in Valverde, Dominican Republic."
Town of Vernon Donates Fire Gear Government Announcements
Submitted by Leslie Campolongo on 2009-06-09.
The town of Vernon is pleased to announce the donation of fire gear to the city of Mao, Dominican Republic, on May 2 at the Hartford Fire Department Training Academy.
Mayor Jason L. McCoy and Vernon Fire Chief William Call joined together with the city of Hartford to present the equipment, consisting of protective coats and helmets formerly used by the town of Vernon to Mayor Odalis Rodriguez and Fire Chief Manual Peralita of Mao, located in Valverde, Dominican Republic."
June 4, 2009
News & Events: Town of Vernon CT - Scholarship Recipient Tyler McCombe
L to R - Cliff Edwards, GPCC President, Donna McCombe, Scholarship recipient Tyler McCombe, Gordy McCombe and Vernon's Mayor, Jason McCoy at the Presentation. Congratulations!
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Courant.com Vernon Talcottville Memorial Day Parade
"Vernon Talcottville Memorial Day Parade Front center Vernon's Mayor Jason McCoy, son Josh McCoy, Deputy Mayor Brian Motola back left, Vernon Town Administrator John Ward marching in Vernon-Talcottville Memorial Day Parade Date submitted: 05/31/2009"
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May 31, 2009
Governor Rell's 2nd Proposed Budget Includes Deeper Cuts
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Tolland County News: Governor's Rells Remarks
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Gov. Rell Delivers 2nd 'No Tax' Budget of Session
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“This new budget contains deeper cuts and no tax increases. It also preserves municipal aid so that tax increases are not passed on to local taxpayers. Connecticut residents and businesses cannot afford massive tax increases,” Governor Rell said. “It is a budget that the families of Connecticut can afford and one that their government can ill-afford to delay any longer. They are counting on us to make those cuts and to finish our business on time."
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“This new budget contains deeper cuts and no tax increases. It also preserves municipal aid so that tax increases are not passed on to local taxpayers. Connecticut residents and businesses cannot afford massive tax increases,” Governor Rell said. “It is a budget that the families of Connecticut can afford and one that their government can ill-afford to delay any longer. They are counting on us to make those cuts and to finish our business on time."
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Governor Rell's 2nd Proposed Budget Includes Deeper Cuts
Governor Rell's 2nd Proposed Budget Includes Deeper Cuts
HARTFORD, Conn. -- Facing a looming deadline on setting the state's budget, Gov. Jodi Rell offered a second budget Thursday to the General Assembly."The economy has worsened since I presented my first budget in February and I had hoped the Legislature would have acted by now with a real sense of urgency," the Governor said. "With a week left in the session, and absent any meaningful action by the legislative majority, I am providing the leadership needed to get a budget agreement before the session ends. That is what the families and taxpayers of this state expect."
HARTFORD, Conn. -- Facing a looming deadline on setting the state's budget, Gov. Jodi Rell offered a second budget Thursday to the General Assembly."The economy has worsened since I presented my first budget in February and I had hoped the Legislature would have acted by now with a real sense of urgency," the Governor said. "With a week left in the session, and absent any meaningful action by the legislative majority, I am providing the leadership needed to get a budget agreement before the session ends. That is what the families and taxpayers of this state expect."
May 30, 2009
Rell Scorches Democrats Over Call For Special Budget Session; They Call Her Comments 'Unproductive' And Say She's To Blame - Capitol Watch
Rell Scorches Democrats Over Call For Special Budget Session; They Call Her Comments 'Unproductive' And Say She's To Blame - Capitol Watch
On Friday I listened to Governor Rell's speech to the press about the second budget she put together, and today again I listed in the news. The budget that the Governor came up with is good for Towns and Cities in Connecticut. That was absolutely the best and most confident speech I have heard. I saw the Governor come out of the conference on Friday after her speeech, she looked very confident, intense and very serious. Truly Connecticut CEO. Those statements in that Speech was very reassuring, very confident, realistic- practical and pragmatic. That was exactly what folks needed to hear, that she is fixing what can be fixed, making up for what can be made up for and what can’t be fixed or made up for, that Legislators need to get on board or out of the way – becasue this Governor made it clear she is taking control of what can’t be fixed or made up for and the legislators need to set politics aside, take advantage of the Governor's hard work, and go home for then summer. When people believe times are tough, frank realistic responses are needed to calm folks down.
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On Friday I listened to Governor Rell's speech to the press about the second budget she put together, and today again I listed in the news. The budget that the Governor came up with is good for Towns and Cities in Connecticut. That was absolutely the best and most confident speech I have heard. I saw the Governor come out of the conference on Friday after her speeech, she looked very confident, intense and very serious. Truly Connecticut CEO. Those statements in that Speech was very reassuring, very confident, realistic- practical and pragmatic. That was exactly what folks needed to hear, that she is fixing what can be fixed, making up for what can be made up for and what can’t be fixed or made up for, that Legislators need to get on board or out of the way – becasue this Governor made it clear she is taking control of what can’t be fixed or made up for and the legislators need to set politics aside, take advantage of the Governor's hard work, and go home for then summer. When people believe times are tough, frank realistic responses are needed to calm folks down.
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Talcottville Memorial Day Parade
Vernon Connecticut- Sunday May 24 2009 Mayor Jason McCoy speaks to the crowd with his son Josh McCoy at the end of the Talcottville Memorial Day Parade. Mayor McCoy spoke during the rededication of the Civil War Monument which was restored by John Spaulding of Manchester, the restorations were made possible through the generous donation of $11,000.00 by John Talcott (101 years old).
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May 20, 2009
McCoy Sworn in as Vernon Mayor | Video
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May 17, 2009
Connecticut State House Voted to Abolish the Death Penalty
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State House Votes To Abolish Death PenaltyHouse Would End Death Penalty; Rell Vows To Keep It
The state House of Representatives voted to abolish the death penalty on Wednesday and instead impose life in prison without the possibility of release.The historic vote, 90-56, came at about 7:45 p.m. after more than five hours of passionate debate.
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State House Votes To Abolish Death PenaltyHouse Would End Death Penalty; Rell Vows To Keep It
The state House of Representatives voted to abolish the death penalty on Wednesday and instead impose life in prison without the possibility of release.The historic vote, 90-56, came at about 7:45 p.m. after more than five hours of passionate debate.
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May 16, 2009
Tolland County News: Town Council Sets 28.42-Mill Tax Rate -- Courant.com
Tolland County News: Town Council Sets 28.42-Mill Tax Rate -- Courant.com
VERNON – - On Saturday Town of Vernon voters' cast their votes passing the Town's $76 million budget. Voting tally was 1707 in favor to 505 against passing the proposed 2009-2010 Budget. Tuesday the Vernon Town Council met during a special meeting and set the tax rate for the town at 28.42 mills. This is the final year of a three-year phase-in of the town's 2006 revaluation. The tax rate, set with unanimous vote, with Republican Deputy Mayor Brian Motola proposing the motion and Democrat Marie Herbst seconding the motion. The tax rate will be in effect from July 1 to June 30, 2010.
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VERNON – - On Saturday Town of Vernon voters' cast their votes passing the Town's $76 million budget. Voting tally was 1707 in favor to 505 against passing the proposed 2009-2010 Budget. Tuesday the Vernon Town Council met during a special meeting and set the tax rate for the town at 28.42 mills. This is the final year of a three-year phase-in of the town's 2006 revaluation. The tax rate, set with unanimous vote, with Republican Deputy Mayor Brian Motola proposing the motion and Democrat Marie Herbst seconding the motion. The tax rate will be in effect from July 1 to June 30, 2010.
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Vernon CT Budget Passes; 2009-2010
Vernon, CT May 10, 2009 Vernon Town Council Budget passes on the first referendum vote.
Vernon CT Budget Passes; 2009-2010
Vernon, CT May 10, 2009 Vernon Town Council Budget passes on the first referendum vote.
May 12, 2009
Earth Day 2009
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Scouts and teens honored by town for Earth Day efforts
BY STEVE SMITH Staff Writer
On Earth Day, April 22, two local groups came out to honor the day, and help the Parks and Recreation Department improve parts of Vernon.
The Lake Street School Cub Scouts Pack #221 went to Valley Falls Park and removed invasive plant species in the park. The Scouts were honored at last week’s town council meeting and given a certificate of appreciation by Mayor Jason McCoy.
The scouts were directed and educated by Greenway Volunteer George Arthur and Friends of Valley Falls President Ginny Gingras. Arthur and Gingras also took time to teach the Cub Scouts about invasive species and the danger they are. When McCoy asked the Scouts what invasive plants were, one Cub replied, “plants that aren’t native to this part of the country.”
“That’s a wonderful thing you did,” McCoy told the Scouts. “We want to thank you guys for working so hard. You have made a difference for everybody in the community.”
A group of Vernon Teen Center members , led by Parks Recreation Supervisor Amy Locandro, planted flowers at Central Park and around Cogswell Fountain in Rockville. They cleaned the area in front of the Town Hall, and weeded the garden areas. The teens included Ashley, Taylor, Alexis, Meagan, Jamill and Nicole. Other volunteers that helped in Rockville were Bryan Flint, Roberta Babcock, Bob Babcock and Danielle Krajewski.
The teens were also honored at the town council meeting with a certificate of appreciation. “I want to thank you for all the work you’ve done,” McCoy told the teens. “The park looks awesome .” Parks and Rec. staff said they send special thanks to all volunteers.
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Vernon — 05/12/2009 Reminder News
Scouts and teens honored by town for Earth Day efforts
BY STEVE SMITH Staff Writer
On Earth Day, April 22, two local groups came out to honor the day, and help the Parks and Recreation Department improve parts of Vernon.
The Lake Street School Cub Scouts Pack #221 went to Valley Falls Park and removed invasive plant species in the park. The Scouts were honored at last week’s town council meeting and given a certificate of appreciation by Mayor Jason McCoy.
The scouts were directed and educated by Greenway Volunteer George Arthur and Friends of Valley Falls President Ginny Gingras. Arthur and Gingras also took time to teach the Cub Scouts about invasive species and the danger they are. When McCoy asked the Scouts what invasive plants were, one Cub replied, “plants that aren’t native to this part of the country.”
“That’s a wonderful thing you did,” McCoy told the Scouts. “We want to thank you guys for working so hard. You have made a difference for everybody in the community.”
A group of Vernon Teen Center members , led by Parks Recreation Supervisor Amy Locandro, planted flowers at Central Park and around Cogswell Fountain in Rockville. They cleaned the area in front of the Town Hall, and weeded the garden areas. The teens included Ashley, Taylor, Alexis, Meagan, Jamill and Nicole. Other volunteers that helped in Rockville were Bryan Flint, Roberta Babcock, Bob Babcock and Danielle Krajewski.
The teens were also honored at the town council meeting with a certificate of appreciation. “I want to thank you for all the work you’ve done,” McCoy told the teens. “The park looks awesome .” Parks and Rec. staff said they send special thanks to all volunteers.
May 6, 2009
May 9, 2009 Vernon Budget Referendum Slated Saturday
Tolland County News: May 9, 2009 Vernon Budget Referendum Slated Saturday
VERNON - Residents will have their say on a proposed $76 million budget at a referendum Saturday.The $76,089,866 budget represents an increase of 0.85 percent over the current $75.5 million spending plan. On May, 9, 2009 voting will take place at Center 375, located at 375 Hartford Turnpike, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Absentee ballots are available at the town clerk's office in town hall located at 14 Park Place.
The board is expected to provide details on those cuts later this month.The entire budget can be viewed at www.vernon-ct.gov/budgets.html.
VERNON - Residents will have their say on a proposed $76 million budget at a referendum Saturday.The $76,089,866 budget represents an increase of 0.85 percent over the current $75.5 million spending plan. On May, 9, 2009 voting will take place at Center 375, located at 375 Hartford Turnpike, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Absentee ballots are available at the town clerk's office in town hall located at 14 Park Place.
The board is expected to provide details on those cuts later this month.The entire budget can be viewed at www.vernon-ct.gov/budgets.html.
May 3, 2009
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Mayor Jason McCoy Vernon, Mayor John Picard West Haven Discuss State Aid
Vernon Mayor Jason McCoy and West Haven Mayor John Picard discuss the fight cities and towns are going through for state aid.
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