Traffic Meeting for Beaver Hills

Dear Neighbors;

Please be advised that there will be a meeting regarding a proposed Residential Parking Zone for the areas around Hillhouse High School as outlined below and an update on the proposed traffic circle at the intersection of Crescent and Munson Streets. Mr. Michael Piscitelli of New Haven Transportation, Traffic and Parking will be in attendance to answer any questions that you may have.

The meeting will be held on:
WHEN: Tuesday, August 25, 2009
WHERE: New Haven Athletic Center (City-Wide Field House)
480 Sherman Parkway, New Haven, CT 06511
TIME: 7:00 P.M.

Proposed Residential Parking Zone Areas
* Crescent St – between Goffe & Norton Parkway
* Winthrop Ave – between Goffe & Glen Road
* Moreland Road – between Crescent St & Norton Parkway
* Glen Road – between Crescent St & Norton Parkway

If you have questions, please feel free to contact the New Haven Board of Aldermen, Office of Legislative Services (203) 946-7932. I look forward to seeing you then.

Sincerely,


Moti Sandman
Alderman, 28th Ward

Ward Committee Results

Hi All:

Just wanted to update you on the results of the Ward Committee meeting tonight:

Moti - 20
Claudette - 3

Thanks for your support! I want to take the momentum from this and get the campaign rolling.

We need people to:
Walk with me around the ward
Donations
Phone calls to friends to vote
Volunteers for Election Day

Please contact me at ward28 "at" snet.net to help.

Thanks,

Moti

Firing Range Update Meeting

Firing Range Update Meeting

Please join me along with Alderman Charles A. Blango & Alderwomen Katrina Jones and top Police & City officials as well as our regional elected officials at a community wide meeting about the Firing Range on Sherman Ave and to discuss the steps being taken to address the issues surrounding the range (noise, quality of life, etc)

• Date: Monday June 22nd
• Time: 6pm
• Place: Hillhouse High School Auditorium

Community Meeting Regarding Crime in the Area

Community Meeting Regarding Crime in the Area

What: Community Meeting to discuss the recent criminal activity in the area
When: Thursday June 18th
Time: 7:00pm
Place: Hillhouse High School Library (subject to change)
Who: District Manager Leo Bombalicki, Assistant Chief Gillespie, Alderman Moti Sandman

Block Party Postponed

The email is sent to the Beaver Hill Mailing List

Due to the 60% forecast for rain Sunday, and the current wet conditions, your block party organizers consulted with the oracle at the Weather channel and have agreed top declare the party officially moved to Sunday Oct 5, 2008, 2 -5 PM.

Please advise any of your neighbors who may not have email access.

Please plan accordingly and we hope to see you on the new date.

Don’t forget to bring a favorite dish to share and money for our legendary raffle!

Laundymat on Whalley in Walgreens Plaza

The WEB has started a sub committee called Whalley Avenue Revitalization (WAR) that reports their activities to the WEB on a monthly basis. This group consists of:

The president & executive director of WASSD
A representative from the City Office of Economic Development
The Police District Manager
The president of the WEB
Two resident representatives of the WEB (one of which is the co-chair)
An Alderman

We focus on the issues facing Whalley Ave and how to overcome them. One issue was the cleanliness of the street. WASSD increased their payment by maximum amount allowed by their charter and will do so for the next 2 to 3 years to bring in enough revenue to service the district properly. The city is coming forward with funds and city resources to augment what WASDD is doing. Simple things like fixing the street lights that are out to trimming trees that have not been trimmed in years. The city is also helping out with façade program money that many other parts of the city already get.

All of the stakeholders mentioned above are working on a vision for Whalley to make it a place where everyone will want to shop & dine at and feel safe doing it. This is a massive undertaking and it will take time for some of the grand vision changes but small changes have taken place. The closing of Newt’s Bar on the corner of Whalley and Winthrop and the rebuilding of Chucks Luncheonette are some of the immediate changes.

When the shopkeepers on the strip know that people care they will start to take pride in their work. For the first time in years Minories is taking care of his property and has started working on a new façade and signage for his store. This was in good part to the combined efforts of WAR. We are not stopping with him.

An integral part of this all is making sure that we get quality stores to move on the strip. I agree that we can not have any more “brown bag” liquor stores or connivance stores that sell crack pipes, Philly Blunts and other drug paraphernalia with impunity. We also need to make sure that the stores don’t become hangouts (like L & A Deli, Whalley Pizza, Sam’s Store, just to name a few).

WASSD is working on a “Leakage Study” – a study showing what the residents of the area are buying outside the area because they can’t be serviced here. It is my hope that this study will be taken seriously and we can fill some of the open storefronts with what the community and WASSD wants and needs, and that the property owners look at what they are putting in and not just jump on the first call.

In order to change Whalley we need to put a higher caliber establishment in that takes pride in their store and neighborhood. If it can't happen with this store let us make it happen in the future.

Firing Range update 6-23-08

Dear Eric,
The following is the range schedule for this week and next week. This,of course, is subject to change.
June 23-26 - 8:00am-3:45pm
June 24 - no classes scheduled
June 30 - 8:00am-3:45pm
July 1 - no classes scheduled
July 2 - 8:00am-3:45pm
July 3-4 - no classes scheduled

If you should have any questions please feel free to contact the academy at 203.946.6309.

Sincerely,

Academy Staff

Endorsement of State Rep Toni Walker

Hi All:

As you may be aware, there is a race for the State Representative position in the 93rd District. Jackie James is running against Toni Walker.

I would like to take this opportunity to wholly & enthusiastically endorse our current State Rep Toni Walker.

Toni has treated me fairly & honestly even when she could have done otherwise.

She has been one of the City's strongest allies in Hartford in this budget mess. She looks out for the concerns and needs of the neighborhood, from everything from the Whalley Avenue Jail problem to stopping SCSU from putting a 550 car garage at the intersection of the Ella T. Grasso Blvd & Crescent Street.

I believe that Toni is an asset to the District, the City & State. She is the right person for the job and is dedicated to it.

I have worked with her and look forward to continuing working with her to make the City a better place to live, work & play.

Yours truly,

Moti Sandman
Alderman - Ward28
City of New Haven

Firing Range Activity for the next 2 weeks

Hot of the email...

Dear Eric,



The following is the range schedule for this week and next week. This,of course, is subject to change.



May 19 - 8:00 am-12:00pm

May 20 - no classes scheduled

May 21- 8:00am-3:45pm

May 22-23 no classes scheduled

May 26-30 - no classes scheduled



If you should have any questions please feel free to contact the academy at 203.946.6309.



Sincerely,



Academy Staff

Firing Range schedule for 5-5-08

Dear Eric,

The following is the range schedule for this week and next week. This, of course, is subject to change.

May 5 & 6 - no classes scheduled
May 7 - 8:00 am - 3:45 pm
May 8 & 9 - no classes scheduled
May 12 - 15 - 8:00 am - 3:45 pm
May 16 - no classes scheduled

If you should have any questions please feel free to contact the academy at 203.946.6309.

Sincerely,

K. D. Codish

Firing Range Update

Dear Eric,

The following is the range schedule for this week and next week.

This, of course, is subject to change.

April 7-11 - 8:00 am - 3:45 pm
April 14-16 - 8:00 am -3:45 pm
April 18 & 19 - no classes scheduled

Also, Peaches has requested information on decibel levels involved in
the various training and certification exercises which take place on
our shooting range.

It is most likely that the Special Emergency Response Team (SERT) and Hazardous Devices Unit have the highest noise levels but I will defer to their officers-in-charge to provide you with details.

At the chief's suggestion, I will speak with these two officers and ask them to contact you and Peaches directly.

I hope this will help in our joint efforts to ameliorate the range's noise situation.

Sincerely,

K. D. Codish

Firing Range Schedual

Dear Eric,

The following is the range schedule for this week and next week. This, of course, is subject to change.

March 24 - no classes scheduled
March 25-26 - 8:00 am - 3:45 pm
March 27 - no classes scheduled
March 28 - 8:00 am -3:45 pm
March 31 - April 4 - 8:00 am - 3:45 pm

If you should have any questions please feel free to contact the academy at 203.946.6309.

Sincerely,

K. D. Codish

Important meeting regarding Route 10

SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS

Judy Gott, Executive Director

For Immediate Release March 12, 2008

PRESS RELEASE – April 2 Public Information Meeting for Route 10 Corridor Study
The South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) is currently completing a study to identify and assess transportation system needs and deficiencies in the Route 10 corridor between I-95 Interchange 45 in the City of New Haven and Skiff Street in the Town of Hamden. This area includes sections of Ella T. Grasso Boulevard, Whalley Avenue, Fitch Street, Arch Street, and Dixwell Avenue.

An important component of the study process is public outreach to the local community of residents, business people, and commuters who are concerned about transportation and its effect on the livability or quality of life of neighborhoods in and around the Route 10 study corridor. Towards this end, a public information meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the Beecher School gymnasium located at 100 Jewell Street, New Haven. The public information meeting will provide interested citizens an opportunity to learn about the study purpose and initial study findings, and will allow them to provide input to SCRCOG staff and our technical consultant, Clough Harbour & Associates LLP.

In general, the purpose of the Route 10 Corridor Study is to identify and address transportation needs in the corridor relative to safety; traffic operations; pedestrian and bicycle facilities; and transit services and amenities. The study will also investigate opportunities to apply Smart Growth strategies in the corridor and will coordinate transportation system recommendations with municipal land use and development plans.

For further information on this press release, please contact Judy Gott, Executive Director of SCRCOG, at (203) 234-7555.

127 Washington Avenue Equal Phone: (203) 234-7555
4th Floor West Opportunity Fax: (203) 234-9850
North Haven, Connecticut 06473-1715 Employer E-Mail: jgott@scrcog.org

Firing Range Notice

Hello all: Sorry for the short notice, but there will be rifle practice on the range tomorrow (Tuesday, March 18), from approximately 9am - 3pm.

Cynthia Savenelli
New Haven Police
AcademyDivision of Training & Education
710 Sherman Parkway
New Haven, CT 06511
Tel: 203-946-6309
Fax: 203-946-6141
Email: csavenel@newhavenct.net

Spring into Spring with a Health kick!

The New Haven Advocate’s Best of Award ballots are out. Did you vote yet? Last year we won 3rd place for “the best all woman Health Club“. This year the goal is to get #1 personal trainer. Pick up a New Haven Advocate and Cast your ballot or vote on-line by clicking here...VOTE NOW! Remember you have to vote in at least 20 catagories in order for your ballot to qualify.
Outdoor Fitness Boot Camp:
We are gearing up for Boot Camp Season. It starts in two short weeks. If you are ready to get in the best shape of your life, then I am ready to help you get there. Last year's Boot Camp is estimated to have shed over 300 reported pounds among participants. Will you be among this year's sucess stories? We are limiting each camp, so be sure to sign up before we fill up!
Article of the Month:
I have written a couple articles and posted them on the website. You have to read
The Krispy Kreme Diet: How to Lose 2lbs a Week Eating Krispy Kreme Every Day...Read More
Five Reasons You May Not be Losing Weight...Read More
Audio of the Month:
Starting Monday March 17th, you can look forward to an audio of the week posted on the website. I don't always have time to write or blog but I do have the “gift of gab“. So start tuning in and even send in a question to be answered.
Yours in Health and Fitness
Mubarakah Ibrahim, CPT
Who Else Wants the Secret to Great Abs?
It never fails. As spring approaches people start thinking about getting in shape for summer. And every year the number one thing I'm asked is "How can I get great abs?" You've probably pondered that question at some time or another and you're likely frustrated with your waistline. Maybe you've given up on your abs after doing dozens of crunches only to see zero results. I don't blame you. Forget everything you've heard about how to sculpt your abs. Crunches simply won't give you a six pack. You see, to do crunches with the hope that it will turn your midsection into a washboard is to operate under one of the most widely held fitness myths. I'm talking about spot reducing. Simply put, training one area of your body will not specifically burn fat from that area. You've probably heard that spot reducing is a myth, but most people still train as if it is true. Doing crunches will not magically make your waist shrink, it will not cause your muffin top to disappear, and it will not give you washboard abs. Only a drop in body fat will do that for you.So what is the secret to great abs? Instead of endless crunches, the secret is a winning combination of fat burning cardio, resistance training, and proper eating. It is absolutely possible for you to dramatically shape up your waistline before summer hits this year. Yes, Y-O-U. Weight loss is not reserved only for the people you've seen on the Biggest Loser or on diet pill infomercials. You can do it too.Answer the following two questions to see how your routine measures up:How often do you exercise? If your answer was anything less than 4 times a week, then that's the first thing getting between you and streamline abs. How do you define a fat burning workout? A routine including intense cardiovascular training coupled with effective resistance training. Do you do this?I'm sorry to be the one to break this to you, but walking on the treadmill for 30 minutes isn't a fat blasting routine. Neither is a leisurely 20 minutes on the elliptical machine. The truth is that you can dramatically increase your results while investing less time when you exercise right. Cardio exercise is all about maintaining an effective level of intensity. This doesn't mean that you should be out of breath or gasping for air. It does mean that you need to push yourself. Resistance training is the second key part of a fat burning workout. This means working your major muscle groups against resistance in a way that stimulates your metabolism. Again the key here is to find the right intensity and to keep each muscle group guessing.What kind of shape is your diet in? Diet is a big stumbling block for most people-especially as it relates to their midsection. Here's a fact: If your diet is out of control then your abs will be too. You can't trim your waist without trimming the junk out of your diet, regardless of how hard you exercise.
Keep calories in check. Do you know how many calories you eat? The best way to find out is to record everything you eat for a few days. Tally the number of calories that you eat each day and do an evaluation-feel free to recruit me to help out with this part. Together we'll chart improvements for your diet and adjust your calories for maximum results.
Just say "No" to junk food. While this may seem obvious, your definition of "junk food" may need an alteration. Refined sugar is one of the biggest culprits in the junk food world-it is found in soft drinks, blended coffee drinks, cookies, cakes, packaged snacks, and other sinfully sweet treats. Processed fat is another monster. As a rule of thumb you can safely view all processed or refined items as junk food.
Eat more frequently. The key here is to never let your metabolism "crash" by going hours without eating. One of the biggest mistakes you can make is to skip breakfast-as this is the meal that 'breaks the fast' that your body goes into each night. Stick with eating small meals every few hours and always avoid stuffing yourself. You should now understand why you are better off not wasting time on crunches-while it is important to exercise your abs a couple of times a week, you won't expect fat to fall of that area after 100's of crunches. Do you want to flatten and sculpt your waist in time for summer this year? All you have to do is decide that you really want it. Commit to yourself-you deserve it. See me for fat blasting workouts that deliver results. Together we will get you on a program that will melt the fat off your abs, exposing shape and definition-just in time for summer. Call or email me today for a no obligation consultation.
Back to Basics
Losing weight may seem anything but simple. With all of the trendy diet plans and new workout fads-it is easy to become confused. The good news is that the basics of weight loss have not changed over the years. It all boils down to Calories In versus Calories Out. Too many Calories In, and you will gain weight. Extra Calories Out and you will lose it. Keep in mind that 3,500 calories equals one pound and every single calorie counts!
Fiesta Breakfast Taco
This delicious dish is made with egg whites and sautéed vegetables and makes a wonderful light breakfast. Enjoy with salsa for an added kick. Servings: 2Here's what you need...
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 medium tomato, chopped
3/4 cup egg whites (about 4 large egg whites)
2 wheat tortillas
1/4 of a small avocado
A dash of Paprika
A dash of Garlic salt
Spray a medium frying pan with cooking spray. Sauté the onion, bell pepper and garlic until soft. Add the tomato and egg whites. Cook until the egg whites have set.
Divide the egg and veggie mixture between the tortillas and fold like a taco.
Slice the avocado and sprinkle it with paprika and garlic salt. Arrange the avocado on each taco and serve. Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 243 calories, 5g fat, 35g carbohydrate, 6g fiber, and 15g protein.

Bellevue Road Block watch meeting tonight!

Hi, neighbors,

Just a reminder that our next meeting is Tues. at Sue and Gene's at 7 pm at 47 Bellevue Rd. Our agenda will include:

1. Update from Lt. Costin

2. Report of Management Team meeting re: prisoners released on Whalley Ave, etc.

3. News re: Beaver Pond Park from Nan

4. Other business, next meeting date and place

Let me know if you have anything to add to the agenda.

See you Tues.

Rhoda

Edge of The Wooods Workshop/ Mubarakah Ibrahim

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We at Edge of The Woods Food Store take pride in the fact that our customers are proactive in improving their health and wellbeing, by taking the necessary steps to seek alternative paths to wellness.

We are happy to announce our affiliate relationship with BALANCE fitness Studio and its owner Mubarakah Ibrahim as our community wellness educator. Mubarakah (pronounce Moo-ba-ra-ka), brings her energy, thirst for knowledge and love of health and wellness together with area health professionals that will inform, enlighten, guide and us through the many paths we have to choose from.

Please join us for our Wednesday evening bi-monthly series of workshops beginning in January of 2008. In addition you can stay connected and updated by joining our e-list and blog.




Dear Monti

March is GO GREEN MONTH
GO GREEN month is a national month of recognition and reminder for everyone to make more effort being environmentally conscious. Just as we make effort to remember the contribution of African American during February Black History Month. This month we should make effort to remember ways to help improve and save the enviornment.

How can you help save the environment and save money at the same time?
Did you know that eating and buying local produce helps boost the local economy and the dollars in your pocket. We save on emissions that are created by trucks carrying foods across the country, which in turns makes the food less expensive.

Imagine that! Eating healthier can benefit your health and your bank account.

Find out more this Wednesday!

Wednesday March 5, 2008
7:pm-8:pm Edge of the Woods Food Store Upstairs Lounge
363 Whalley Ave, New Haven CT
Is the Grass is Greener on Your Own Side
Sustainable Agriculture
Does local resources really decrease our dependence on foreign oil? Is CT grown vegetables that better than those grown in sunny California? Can allergies be improved by eating locally? These and other questions are up for discussion with local farmers George Hendinger and Vincent Kay

Winter Workshop Calendar
Wednesday Evenings 7:PM-8:PM

Wednesday January 23, 2008
The Truth About Weight Loss
Eating Healthy but Still Can't Lose Weight?
Are you eating whole grains, lean proteins, and lots of fruits and vegetables and still can't seem to lose weight? Can your whole wheat bread can be causing your fat belly? Will switching to a vegetarian diet really help you lose 20lbs? Are there really a such thing as "fat burning' foods. The truth about these and more will be reveled as we have a dialog with certified personal trainer and fitness counselor Mubarakah Ibrahim.

Wednesday February 6, 2008
Nurturing Generations
Pre-and postnatal Health
Herbs, homeopathy and natural healing . . . is it safe during pregnancy? There is a New birthing center coming to New Haven...find out when and where. Can what you eat give your infant allergies? Discuss these and more with our panel of experts. Dr. Amanda Levitt, Mid-wives Janet Spinner and Vicki Marnin, and Rachael Light MD.

Wednesday February 20, 2008
Living with Vitality
Vitality: The Chiropractic Link
Studies show that decreased stress to the nervous system can increase your longevity and vitality. This evenings talk will explain how Chiropractic can make this possible. Join
Dr. Katey Confrenscesco as she exposes groundbreaking technology in the realm of mind body healing that plays a vital role in longevity.

March GO GREEN MONTH
Wednesday March 5, 2008
Is the Grass is Greener on Your Own Side
Sustainable Agriculture
Does local resources reallydecrease our dependence on foreign oil? Is CT grown vegetables that better than those grown in sunny California? Can allergies be improved by eating locally? These and other questions are up for discussion with local farmers George Hendinger and Vincent Kay


Wednesday March 19, 2008
CT: A part of a Global Village
Is CT contributing to global warming?
Ozone layer, alternative fuel, animal extinction, global warming... what does little CT has to do with this global problem and its solutions? Are we apart or the solutions or part of the problem? An enlightening conversation for anyone who care about our planet. Come discuss how we as individuals and a community can make a difference in our global village with Environmentalist Brandy Love.

Election Today!

Hi All:

Today is the Election for Ward 28 Town Committee representatives.

I ask that everyone please take a few minutes and vote for

Don Walker &
Connie Perkins.

They are fine people who really listen to the Ward and I hope that you will join me in supporting them in their efforts.

Yours,

Graffiti

Hi All:

There has been a rash of graffiti plastered around the neighborhood in the past few weeks. I am going to start working with the appropriated parties to get the ball rolling and have this removed. Please email me the list of locations of graffiti and we will get on it. I can be reached at ward28@snet.net.

This is what I have so far:

Corner of Dyer & Colony - Green AT&T box
Side of 130 Colony Road - on the Dyer side (between Colony & Bellevue) on the AT&T Uverse box
Corner of Colony & Goffe - on the US Postal service box is a picture of a skunk

Party for Steve Shea

This message is for participants in the Whalley-Edgewood-Management Team

Its Party time for Sgt. Shea.

To say an official good bye, and to thank the Sgt for his years of service with us, we will meet at Delaney’s, 882 Whalley Avenue , next Wendsday at 6 o’clock.

For those of you who sent a donation to help purchase tickets for a Red Sox game – thank you. For those of you who have not, please bring your donation with you if you’ll be attending the party or mail it to our Treasurer, Peaches Quinn at 650 Ellsworth Ave. New Haven , 06511.

We hope you can all join us.

http://www.delaneystaproom.com/directions.html