Mayor John Destefano Jr. Papers Binder: November 2004 6:30P- 7:00P: WARD 22 @EDITH JOHNSON TOWERS 8:00A - 9:00A: BFST

Mayor John DeStefano Jr. Papers Binder: November 2004 6:30p- 7:00p: WARD 22 @EDITH JOHNSON TOWERS 8:00a - 9:00a: BFST. MTG. w KIMBERLY SNYDER 114 BRISTOL ST. BASTONI w LAUREN @THE CORNER 7:00p- 8:00p: WARD1 105 RIVER ST. @LIBRARY MILFORD 7:30p- 8:00p: WARD 28 w TONI WALKER 3:00p- 4:00p: MTG. w REGINA HOPKINS @HILLHOUSE 4:00p - 5:00p: INTERVIEW w MARCEL 8:00p- 9:00p: FYI/ROSA DELAURO ELECTION PRZYMUSINSKIIYALE DAILY NEWS PARTY @LONG WHARF THEATER 7:00p- 8:00p: BELLA VISTA STAGE II 9:00p- 10:00p: JIM SULLIVAN'S PARTY @OLYMPIC PIZZA RESTAURANT 372 W MAIN ST . ROSA'S HEADQUARTERS/86 NORWICH • AUDUBON ST.J 498-0272/CHUCK'S CELL: 676-7177 9:30p -10:30p: FYI/SEN. DODD'S ELECTION NIGHT FESTIVITIES • BILL DIXON'S CELL: 627-7744 @THE SPA AT NORWICH INN GRAND BALLROOM 6:45a - 7:00a: BILL DIXON TO PICK UP MAYOR 607 THAMES ST. @150 JUDWIN AVE. NORWICH B:15a- 8:30a: MAYOR TO GIVE BRIEF REMARKS 11:00p -11:55p: ROSA'S AT TRADE EXPO BREAKFAST @51 HUNTINGTON ST. @CITY WIDE FIELD HOUSE .i:30a- 9:30a: WARD 28 w TONI WALKER @HILLHOUSE 8:15a- 9:15a: BFST. MTG. w BILL MIKO ~:30a -10:30a: 40 BELLEVUE RD. @CLARK'S HDQTRS. FOR 93RD DISTRICT 12:30p - 1 :30p: LUNCH w LOUISE ENDEL, BETTY IO:OOa -10:30a: 101 ALSTON AVE. AND SAM SMITH w LAUREN 25TH WARD HDGTRS. @SCOZZI'S 10:30a -11:15a: LEAVE FOR BRIDGEPORT 1 :45p - 2:00p: TV INTERVIEW 11:15a -1:15p: 3510 MAIN STREET 2:00p - 2:30p: ERNIE ROTH CALLING HOURS: BRIDGEPORT @SHURE FUNERAL HOME (HEADQUARTERS 3:00p- 4:00p: SCIENCE PARK BOARD CONF. CALL 1:15p- 2:15p: LEAVE FOR CLINTON CALL IN NUMBER: 1-888-476-3752 CONF. ID : MJL2762 JIM SULLIVAN !:15p- 3:30p: POLL STANDING w HOST CODE: 974114 @CLINTON TOWN HALL PARTICIPANT CODE: 703163 54 EAST MAl N ST. CLINTON 4:00p - 5:00p: MTG. w KAREN DUBOIS WALTON, SHONU GANDHI AND DEREK SLAP 1:30p- 4:30p: LEAVE FOR NEW HAVEN 5:30p- 6:30p: DINNER MEETING w ANTI VIOLENCE ~ :OOp - 5:00p: WARD 2 w BOBBY PROTO GROUP AND KAREN DUBOIS @FIREHOUSE/GOFFE AND WALTON WEBSTER @CITY HALL ::QOp - 6:00p: WARD 21 SECOND FLOOR, MTG. ROOM #1 @MARTIN LUTHER KING SCHOOL 7:15p- 8:00p: MAYOR TO GIVE BRIEF REMARKS 45p- 6:30p: WARD20 AT DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN @LINCOLN BASSETT SCHOOL AND FAMILIES 2004 HEART GALLERY OPENING @SHUBERT THEATER I

2/1/2004 1 :24 PM Page 1 / :OOp - 8:30p: FUNDRAISER/BILL SILVERMAN AND 7:00p- 7:45p: MAYOR TO GIVE KEYNOTE SCHNEUR KATZ ADDRESS AT EAGLE SCOUT @65 AMITY RD. ALUMNI RECEPTION @SPORTS CENTER OF CONNECTICUT 784 RIVER ROAD SCOTT SHELTON • (CELL PHONE: 521-8576) 8:30a - 9:30a: BFST. FUNDRAISER/BETTY MONZ @GRADUATE CLUB 8:00p- 9:00p: MAYOR TO ATTEND "TRIBUTE" TO (8:30 TO 10 :00) MOIRA K. LYONS @RADISSON CROMWELL 9:30a - 10:00a: NLC CONF. CALL 100 BERLIN RD CALL IN#: 1-877-221-8724z CROMWELL PASSCODE: 593626 (6:30 TO 9) 12:00p - 1 :OOp: LUNCH w BISHOP BROOKS @GRADUATE CLUB

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12/1/2004 1 :24 PM Page 4 •:OOp - S:OOp: STAFF MTG . 6:00p- 7:00p: MAYOR TO LEAVE FOR AQUA 8:00a - 9:00a: BANK MTG. TURF/DAVID HARTMAN TO DRIVE @MAYOR'S CONF. ROOM (623-4517) 12:00p - 1 :OOp: LUNCH w NICK PAINDERIS 7:00p - 8:00p: MAYOR TO GIVE BRIEF REMARKS @MAYOR'S OFFICE AT CT BUILDING OFFICIAL ASSOCIATIONS ANNIVERSARY 2:00p - 3: 00p: STOPB~CARMENANTHONYS CELEBRATION (MAYOR @AUDUBON STREET SECONDARY SPEAKER) 4:00p - 5:00p: MTG. w RISK SOLUTIONS w STEVE @AQUA TURF MALONEY, DUANE LOHN , MIKE MULBERRY ST. PETERS AND KAREN DUBOIS SOUTHINGTON WALTON DINNER: 7 TO 8:30 SPEAKING PROGRAM: 8:30 TO 9:30 5:00p - 5:30p: DE-BRIEFING 5:30p- 6:15p: MAYOR TO LEAVE w BEN/STOP BY/FAIR HAVEN WOODWORKS @72 BLATCHLEY AVE. 8:45a- 9:00a: MAYOR TO CALL IN TO WPLR/CHAZ (BEN TO MEET MAYOR AT 129 AND AJAY SHOW CHURCH STREET) CALL #: 877-2269 6:30p- 7: 00p: MAYOR TO GIVE BRIEF REMARKS 10:00a -11:00a: FYI/COG MTG. AT UNION STATION TO PROTEST INCREASED METRO NORTH FARES 11:00a -12:00p: RECEPTION FOR RED SOX @UNION STATION REPRESENTATIVES (SHONU TO MEET MAYOR AT @MAYOR'S CONF. ROOM UNION STATION) ,'1:30a -12:30p: MAYOR TO GIVE BRIEF REMARKS 7:00p - 8:00p: MAYOR TO ATTEND ED MEYER'S RED SOX RALLY THANK YOU PARTY w SHONU @GREEN @BILL MILLER'S CASTLE 1 :OOp - 2:00p: STOP BY/ANNOUNCEMENT OF 832 E. MAIN ST. OPENING OF NATIVITY SCHOOL RT. 1 @43 JONES ROAD BRANFORD HAMDEN (5 TO 8) (12 TO 2) 3:30p- 4:30p: MTG. w REGINA HOPKINS AND KAREN DUBOIS WALTON 8:00a - 9:00a: MTG. w SHONU, ET ALS ~:OOp - 4:30p: SCHEDULING MTG. w KAREN @CLARK'S WALTON, DEREK SLAP, ROBERT SMUTS, KATE MCADAMS, CHRIS 12:00p - 1 :OOp: LUNCH w LEN SCHERALDI, BOB BONANNO, SHONU GANDHI AND WEINER AND LAUREN ROSEMARIE LEMLEY @BENTARA'S J:30p - 5:30p: MAYOR TO LEAVE FOR HARTFORD 2:00p- 3:00p: MTG. w NICK CARBONE AND BILL wBEN CANDOR! @MAYOR'S OFFICE i:30p - G:OOp: MAYOR TO ATTEND MAYOR PEREZ EVENT 3:30p- 4:30p: MAYOR TO GIVE BRIEF REMARKS @BLACK EYED SALLY'S AT GRAND OPENING CEREMONY 350 ASYLUM ST. OF ELM CITY FINE STATIONERS HARTFORD @1020 CHAPEL ST. (5 TO 7) 6:45p- 7: 15p: KNICKERBOCKER$ FUNDRAISER/GEORGE CLARK 1:00p - 8:00p: MAYOR'S NIGHT OUT (1ST TIER) @NATHAN HALE @715 SHERMAN PARKWAY (WARDS 11 , 12, 13, 17 AND 18) 7:15p- 8: 15p: 2ND TIER OF KNICKERBOCKER FUNDRAISER I

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9: 30a- 10 :30a: NLC CO NF. CALL 1:15p - 2:00p: STOP BY/MAYOR TO GIVE BRI EF CALL IN#: 1-877-221-8724 REMARKS AT WESTVILLE YOUTH PASSCODE: 602220 BASEBALL PAPERO LEAGUE AWARDS BANQUET 10:30a -11:00a: PRES. LEVIN TO CALL MAYOR @KOF C HALL 12:00p - 1 :OOp: MAYOR TO PICK UP JIMMIE 263 CENTER ST. WEST HAVEN 3:00p - 4:00p: MAYOR TO CALL DAVID SWENSON (12T02) (432-0120) 2:30p - 3:30p: MAYOR TO GIVE REMARKS AT 4:00p - 5:00p: INTERVIEW w CHANNEL 30 TRUMAN SCHOOL DEDICATION @129 CHURCH ST. 4:30p - 4:45p: MTG. w FRANK ALTIER! 5:00p - 6:00p: MTG. w ROB SMUTS 8:15a- 9:15a: BFST. MTG. wJOSEPH RE: CALENDAR ZACCAGNINO, MARNA 5:30p - 7:00p: NORMA RODRIQUEZ REYES BORGSTROM AND MARVIN LENDER FUNDRAISER @789 HOWARD AVE. @GREEK OLIVE REST AU RANT (LEAVE CAR ON RAMP)

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165 CHURCH S TREET • N Ew H AVEN • CoNNECTICUT 06510

Jo HN D ESTEFANO, JR. The vision if New Haven's childr n Mayor is our city's greatest resource."

November 1, 2004

New Haven Welcomes The National Amateur Baseball Federation.

On behalf of the City of New Haven, I wish to extend my support to the hosting of the 2005 NABF Annual Meeting. We would be thrilled and proud to host such a prestigious tournament. While staying in our region, delegates and guests will have an opportunity to experience numerous outstanding assets in our area as well as be treated to New Raven's welcoming hospitality.

New Haven has an excellent track record in hosting major sporting events. In 1995, the area hosted the world's largest sporting event held that year, the Special Olympics World Games. In 2001, we hosted more than 1100 athletes for the AAU Girls Basketball National Championship. Annual events hosted by the City include the Pilot Pen International Tennis Championship and the U.S. National 20K Road Race Championship and the Tour of Connecticut Cycling Championship.

The Greater New Haven region offers a wide range of cultural and entertainment activities. These include Yale University and their world class museums and galleries, the International Festival of Arts & Ideas, the Shubert Theater, Long Wharf Theatre, New Raven's Lighthouse Point Park with its antique carousel, numerous historic districts and a vast array of architectural treasures with structures dating back to the 1ih century. Restaurants of every conceivable cuisine are also located here, including Louis' Lunch, home of the nation's first hamburger and Wooster Street, where the country's first pizza pie was baked. Our Downtown specialty shops are a delight to explore.

The City of New Haven would be privileged to host the 2005 NABF Annual Meeting.

phone 203.94 6.8200 fax 203.946.7683 "This creati ve impression is the work if Janie Maysonet, a student at Fair Havm Middle Schoo l . .... O FFICE OF THE MAYOR

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November 3, 2004

Mr. Zachary Ruel Grade 3, Room 18 R.L. Chaffee School 160 Superior Ave. Newington, CT 06111

Dear Zachary:

Thank you for your letter. I am delighted that you have chosen New Haven to study- it is a wonderful city and you should really come visit some time. I have been Mayor ofNew Haven for ten years and I have been able to watch it grow and grow in so many ways. I will try to answer some of your questions, and I have also included some information that will help you to write your report.

New Haven has a population of about 123,000 people and is well known across the world as home to Yale University. Yale is one of the very best universities in the nation, and students come from all around the world to go to school. It is also the largest employer in town, providing 11,000 jobs. New Haven is also home to a growing number of biological science and technology businesses, some of which work closely with the Yale Medical School.

New Haven was founded about 350 years ago in 1638 by English settlers. They centered the new town around a central green. The town originally consisted of "nine squares,' or blocks, and the Green was in the center. Because of the city's rivers and location right on the ocean, New Haven became a big manufacturing town because ships could reach the city's harbor easily and bring things like coal and other supplies.

We have both a Police and Fire Department, and a Park and Recreation Department which offers summer activities for kids like sports camps and outdoor camps in the summer. We have a main library that is located on the Green, with other branches in the neighborhoods. New Haven is home to a lot of restaurants, and is famous for its pizza. Sally's and Pepe' s have been serving delicious pizza for years and many celebrities have eaten at their restaurants in the Italian Wooster Street neighborhood. You should really try it!

New Haven td~t11 phone 203.946.8200 f ax 203.946.7683 "' This creative impression is the wo rk if A lexis Avila, a student at N athan Hale Schoo l

mr1998 I have focused much of my time as Mayor on New Haven's public school system because it is young people like you that make our cities and towns strong. New Haven opened five new or renovated schools at the start of the school year, which was very exciting.

The City has a number of special traditions. Just last week was my annual Halloween parade where school children paraded around downtown in costume, and as I look out my window, a huge Christmas tree is being put up on the Green as it is every holiday season.

I think what makes New Haven citizens proud to live here is the importance the city places on the arts - New Haven is home to numerous art galleries and artists, and each year hosts the Festival of Arts and Ideas. In addition, New Haven is a very diverse community, which means that many of our citizens have very different backgrounds, and a strength of New Haven is how well its residents work together. Many citizens are very active in their community, from helping with a neighborhood clean-up to planting a new tree, and this sense of community makes citizens proud to live here.

Thank you for writing, and good luck with your report! VeryI yours, d± D~[£

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November 3, 2004

Mr.. Zachary Ruel Grade 3, Room 18 R.L. Chaffee School 160 Superior Ave. Newington, CT 06111

Dear Zachary:

Thank you for your letter.. I am delighted that you have chosen New Haven to study- it is a wonderful city and you should really come visit some time. I have been Mayor of New Haven for ten years and I have been able to watch it grow and grow in so many ways. I will try to answer some of your questions, and I have also included some information that will help you to write your report.

New Haven has a population of about 123,000 people and is well known across the world as home to Yale University. Yale is one of the very best universities in the nation, and students come from all around the world to go to school. It is also the largest employer in town, providing 11 ,000 jobs. New Haven is also home to a growing number ofbiological science and technology businesses, some of which work closely with the Yale Medical School.

New Haven was founded about 350 years ago in 1638 by English settlers. They centered the new town around a central green. The town originally consisted of "nine squares,' or blocks, and the Green was in the center.. Because of the city's rivers and location right on the ocean, New Haven became a big manufacturing town because ships could reach the city's harbor easily and bring things like coal and other supplies.

We have both a Police and Fire Department, and a Park and Recreation Department which offers summer activities for kids like sports camps and outdoor camps in the summer.. We have a main library that is located on the Green, with other branches in the neighborhoods. New Haven is home to a lot of restaurants, and is famous for its pizza. Sally' s and Pepe' s have been serving delicious pizza for years and many celebrities have eaten at their restaurants in the Italian Wooster Street neighborhood. You should really try it!

New Haven bftd phone 203.946.8200 fa x 203.946.7683 iijjP "' This creative impressio n is the work of A lexis Avila, a student at N athan H ale Schoo l 1998 OFFICE O F THE MAYOR

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November 3, 2004

The Honorable Joseph Maturo Mayor, Town of East Haven 250 Main Street East Haven, CT 0651 c_

As you are aware~ the Fpderal Office of Domestic Preparedness has placed a strong emphasis on development of Mbtuai' Aid Agreements among state and local jurisdictions particularly among Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) communities. Going forward, having written Mutual Aid Agreements in place will be a condition for receiving homeland security funds.

While historically our towns have provided mutual aid based on informal verbal understandings between police and fire departments, we now are required to enter into a more comprehensive and formal agreement.

In an effort to meet this requirement the UASI working committee including representatives from each of the New Haven area towns has drafted a mutual aid agreement. A copy of the draft is attached for your review and approval. This draft agreement seeks to do the following:

• Address mutual aid specifically in a weapons of mass destruction (WMD) incident in the New Haven UASI region. • Provide for mutual aid not just among police and fire departments but also health, public works and other government resources that may be relevant to a catastrophic disaster. • Specifies that no municipality will be required to reduce its own personnel, equipment or facilities to the detriment of normal operational capabilities. • Requires that mutual aid be requested and approved by the chief elected official in each municipality. • Provides for the incident commander to remain in charge of all personnel and equipment provided through mutual aid. • Specifies that no municipality will be required to reimburse any other municipality for aid, use of material, damage to equipment or liability incurred in the course of rendering emergency assistance. • Provides for termination by any of the parties with 30 days written notice to the other parties.

New Haven bOdl phone 203.946.8200 fax 203.946.7683 "' This creative impression is the work of Frank Green e, a student at Katherine Brennan Schoo l

mr1998 After reading the draft, if you have any concerns or questions, please relay them to Jennifer Pugh, Acting CAO at 946-7903 or by email at [email protected] . Once all seven municipalities are comfortable with the content of the Mutual Aid Agreement, we will ask that you obtain any necessary legislative/local approvals and sign the document. We will try to coordinate a joint signing session to publicly formalize our commitment to mutual aid consistent with our UASI strategy.

Your support of mutual aid is key to our homeland security emergency preparedness and to our continued eligibility for funding for equipment, training, planning and exercises. Thank you for your consideration.

eStefano, Jr. O FFICE OF THE M AYOR

I 65 CHURG--I STREET • NEW HAVEN • CONNECTICUT 065 I 0 ~~;~:~~~)~; ,.Lr::.,t·~ .. • • ...,~, ~." ti~4~:_ri5;~ ~ JOHN DESTEFANO, JR. The vision of NM Raven's children Mayor is our city's greatest resource"'

November 4, 2004

Dear Truman Scholarship Committee:

I write to recommend Daniel M. Weeks as candidate for the Truman Scholarship. He is the embodiment of a Truman Scholar- highly intelligent, charismatic, committed to public service and a born leader. It will become clear that Dan is the consummate Truman candidate as I expound on my relationship with Dan and highlight his talents and leadership abilities.

I met Dan one year ago when he organized a press conference with my staff on the steps of City Hall to announce the City's campaign finance reform initiative, the Democracy Fund. Dan joined the Democracy Fund team at its beginning stage when he was a freshman at Yale University. Not many Yale students have committed themselves to local political channels and creating working relationships with local elected officials to achieve a specific outcome as Dan has done, and his goal is lofty: to achieve sweeping state legislative change. From the start, Dan's commitment to campaign finance reform, a cause that visibly energizes him, impressed me immensely. He founded a non-partisan reform organization, Students for Clean Elections when he arrived at Yale, and it has grown outside New Haven's borders with 100 student members throughout Connecticut. Through Dan's leadership and mobilizing efforts, he has organized students on other college campuses throughout the state to lobby the state legislature for reform, raising awareness on campuses through speaker events and campaigns. He is a leader in the fight for democratically-financed elections by bridging Students for Clean Elections and City Hall's Democracy Fund initiative.

In the simplest terms, what strikes me most about Dan is that he gets things done. He has literally taken charge of the Democracy Fund task force through coordinating the legislative, fundraising, grassroots efforts and media materials to pass enabling legislation for a pilot New Haven-focused mayoral campaign finance reform initiative. Having contributed to the drafting of the Democracy Fund ordinance, Dan has solicited key partners to build an active statewide campaign around implementation. Dan's dedication and relentless efforts are evident in many ways: testifying on various occasions at the local and state level in support of Democracy Fund authorizing legislation, as well as statewide campaign finance reform; personally lobbying key leadership in the Connecticut General Assembly, including the House and Senate Majority Leaders; and coordinating the creation of, fundraising for, and day-to-day administration of the Democracy Fund PAC.

New Haven htttf phone 203.946.8200 fa x 203.946.7683 iijjP "' This creative impression is the work rif Alex is Avila, a student at Nathan Hale Schoo l 1998 Dan's commitment is inspiring; I am amazed at what an excellent student he is while devoting so much time and energy to reforming the state's contribution-centered election system. His ability to delegate tasks and chair meetings is a very mature quality for such a young man. The Democracy Fund's core group of city aldermen and my staff work side by side with Dan, and at many times, directly under his direction to reach out to the General Assembly, local grassroots organizations, statewide reform organizations, and other city councils. He designed all of the Fund's media documents that clearly define the need for election reform.

While I have revealed Dan to be a highly organized, determined, confident individual through his work on campaign finance reform, I have also gotten to know Dan more closely as a volunteer for my current gubernatorial campaign. Dan's knowledge and talents are expansive. Campaign finance reform is a passion of his, but it in no way can define him alone. His interests and experiences vary widely, from singing in a Yale a cappella group to using his fluent German working in Hamburg last summer for the U.S. Department of State. As a volunteer on my campaign, he wrote policy briefs on healthcare and casinos in the state, organized fundraisers, designed printed materials and developed components of my website. He made an immediate impact on my campaign. He is a critical-thinker, an excellent communicator, and possesses an outgoing, compassionate personality that makes him a pleasure to work with, and draws people to him. The future for Dan holds no boundaries because he as the potential to make real political and social change not just in my city and state, but beyond. Dan possesses leadership qualities that position him for future success as a public servant, and future success in all that he does. I feel lucky to have gotten to know him, and I am convinced he is worthy of an esteemed Truman Scholarship. OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

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Nov. 4, 2004

Harry S. Truman Scholarship Committee c/o Office of International Education & Fellowship Programs Box 208351 Yale Station New Haven, CT 06520-8351

Dear Committee members,

I'm writing to recommend that Elizabeth France be awarded a Harry S. Truman Scholarship based on her commitment and dedication to public service. Ms. France began working in my press office this summer and has been a consistent source of enthusiasm and idealism. She believes passionately in government as an agent for good, so long as it's transparent, efficient and fair.

One example of Ms. France's strength is her ability to quickly learn about new policies and then communicate them to the press and activists. She has done this perhaps most often with issues related to the environment and alternate forms of transportation. Ms. France understood the importance of establishing bike lanes in the city, both as effective policy and a valuable outreach tool for valued constituents. Still, boiling down the city's alternative transportation policies into easily digestible sound bites isn't easy. It's said that intelligence is the ability to make the complicated simple and it's obvious Ms. France possesses this gift. Her press writing for newspaper and broadcast reporters helped crystallize the issues and convey our message.

Ms. France is also a rare find when it comes to selflessness. She is always eager to take on a new task or volunteer for assignments even if they're not particularly

glamorous. Recently my staff person who writes city proclamations left City Hall and I needed to find someone else who could step right in and fill this vital role. It can be arduous work but it's important that it is done and done well. City proclamations serve as poignant reminders of what the city values and whom it recognizes as its leaders. Ms. France didn't need convincing. She took ownership of the job, using her sense of style and attention to detail to master this new challenge.

New Haven httx• phone 203.946.8200 fax 203.946.7683 " This creative impression is the work of Frank Grune, a student at Katherine Brennan School

mr1998 If Ms. France's time at City Hall is any indication, it's clear she will have a long and effective career in public service. I hope my letter is of help to you and her. She is a remarkable candidate who deserves all the encouragement and support she can get from the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Committee.

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Nov. 6, 2004

Dear Friends,

Congratulations on 20 strong years of partnership!

I know that two decades seems like a long time, but I am confident that it is just the beginning of our relationship.

In the last 20 years, New Haven has helped Leon build housing and repair historic sites. New Haven is proud to have given Leon over 50 containers with everything from bicycles to medical aid and farming tools to school supplies. In easy times, we have enjoyed projects painting murals together and renovating preschool. In hard times, New Haven has stood united with Leon when hurricanes stormed, volcanoes erupted, and tsunamis came crashing on the shore

With each new experience, exchange, and shared success, our partnership becomes stronger. Considering all that New Haven and Leon have shared in just 20 years, I know that our partnership will continue for decades to come.

This exchange would not be possible without the tireless work of Alan Wright and Paula Kline. Twenty years ago, they had a great idea and the determination to make it happen. Thank you, Alan and Paula, for making New Haven and Leon stronger cities together.

Everyone in the partnership, from our founders to our local friends in Nicaragua, should be proud of how far we have come and excited about where we will go next.

Very truly yours, ~£!.%f on , Mayor

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Greetings: mare hereby required to meet in the Aldermanic Chambers of the City of New Haven on the date and time below.

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Greetings: ou are hereby required to meet in the Aldermanic Chambers of the City of New Haven on the date and time below. MONDAY The 15™ Day NOVEMBER 2004

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November 8, 2004

Mr. Paul M. Raetsch Regional Director U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration The Curtis Center Suite 140 South Independence Square West Philadelphia, PA 19106-3323

Re: River Street Municipal Development Project Implementation Grant Application Update on Sites within the Project Area

Dear Mr. Raetsch:

The River Street Municipal Development Project, for which the City of New Haven is submitting a grant application for $1 .5 million to the Economic Development Administration, involves the acquisition by the City of 11 properties for redevelopment. All of the properties are environmentally contaminated, although the property located at 90 River Street has been remediated to Connecticut's Remediation Standard Regulations. The City has acquired five of the properties to date. Following is a description of the status of each of the properties designated for redevelopment.

The City has applied to the State of Connecticut for a grant of $8.1 million for the project, including costs of environmental remediation of redevelopment parcels. The State has committed $2.4 million as a first phase of project assistance.

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November 8, 2004

Mr. Paul M. Raetsch Regional Director U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration The Curtis Center Suite 140 South Independence Square West Philadelphia, PA 19106-3323

Re: River Street Municipal Development Project Implementation Grant Application Update on Sites within the Project Area

Dear Mr. Raetsch:

New Haven httd phone 203.946.8200 fax 203.946.7683 ifjfP " This creative impress ion is the work of Alexis Avila, a student at Nathan Hale School 1998 Address Size Environmental Acquisition Environmental Environmental Acquisition Investigation Status Cleanup Cleanup Schedule Status Schedule Funding

112 Chapel St. 25,543 s.f. A Remedial Acquired By July, 2005 City Action Plan has been com_pJeted 56 River St. 59,104 s.f. A RAP is Acquired By January, City being drafted 2007 90 River St. 163,730 s.f. - Property was Acquired NA 86,000 s.f. of remediated building space prior to City on site acquisition 34 Uoyd St. 77,429 s.f. Phase II Acquired PhaseiDESA City Environmental and RAP will Site follow when Assessment vacated 2/05. has been Cleanup by completed January, 2007 142 River St. 88,942 s.f. Same as above Acquired Same as above City 100 River St. 372,819 s.f. Phase IIESA Purchase& Phase ill, RAP, Hess Oil January, 2007 completed Sale and cleanup to Agreement be completed signing by January, pending 2007 46 River St. 80,537 s.f. PhaseiDESA Purchase& RAP and Dupont January, 2006 Completed Sale cleanup to be Denemours Agreement completed by E.I. & Co. negotiations January, 2007 pending 198 River St. 180,202 s.f. Phase IIESA Negotiations Phase ill, RAP, City January, 2006 completed planned and cleanup to be completed by July, 2007 53 River St. , 39,783 s.f. Phase IESA Phase II, ill, City January, 2007 69 Poplar St., completed RAP and 100 Chapel St. cleanup to be completed by January, 2008

Please call Helen Rosenberg at 203-946-5889 in the Office of Economic Development with any questions about this project. Thank you. OFFICE OF THE MAYOR loS CHURa; STREET • NEW HAVEN • CoNNEcrrcur 065TO :T>o"·_:~·=::-~~C

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November 9, 2004

Ms. Kica Matos Executive Director JUNTA for Progressive Action 169 Grand Ave. New Haven, CT 06513

' / '~l'1 ,...._ Dear Ms. Ma~s : 'f\

I am convening local Latino leaders to discuss local and state issues affecting the Latino community, and I hope you will attend. One of the many reasons New Haven is so unique, is its diverse population. This characteristic helps to make New Haven the vibrant, community-active city that it is. As Mayor, I want to make sure that all constituencies are engaged by City Hall and that I am aware of specific issues community groups are facing.

My goal at the meeting is to listen, learn and act. I want to hear your concerns and ideas, and learn about issues affecting your community. In short, I want to be your partner in working to strengthen our community. To make this work, please clearly identify community challenges before the meeting and forward realistic, concrete suggestions for improvement. You may want to think in terms of tangible "quick and easy solutions" that my administration can help you achieve, and more broad proposals with loftier goals that appropriate staff can comment on at the meeting.

The meeting will occur on Monday, November 29, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. in City Hall, Second Floor, Meeting Room #3. Please RSVP to Kate McAdams on my staff and provide her with relevant issues and suggested solutions you would like to see on the meeting agenda by Monday, November 22nd at [email protected] or (203) 946-7671.

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November 10 . 2004

Ms. Carol Tucker Region 1 Brownfields Program Coordinator United States Environmental Protection Agency One Congress Street, Suite 1100 (H1 0) Boston, MA 02114-2023

Re: EPA Cleanup Grant Application for the City of New Haven

Dear Ms. Tucker:

The City of New Haven has the opportunity to redevelop the architecturally significant, brownfield property at 458 Grand Avenue in New Haven that serves as a visual gateway to the Fair Haven neighborhood from the Central Business District. The property, known as the Brewery Building, was acquired through tax foreclosure by the City in 2002.

With funding from a grant from the Connecticut Department of Economic Development, the New Haven region's Regional Growth Partnership has supported Phase Ill Environmental Site Assessments to characterize the property. The assessment reports conclude that remediation of the site to the State's industrial standards will cost up to $790,000. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has approved a Brownfields Economic Development Initiative grant of $490,000 to offset costs of site cleanup. The City anticipates that additional State and local funds will also be available to pay for any difference between the cleanup cost and the requested $200,000 grant from EPA

Through a City-issued Request for Proposals, the Mill River Trolley Company was selected to redevelop the property. Its plan calls for a home design center, featuring businesses that would address a broad range of home improvement needs and anchored by an expansion of Grand Paint located across Grand Avenue from the property. At least 60 jobs are expected to be created at the redeveloped site.

New Haven b~t11 phone 203.946.8200 fax 203.946.7683 iijjP '" This creative impression is the work of Alexis Avila, a student at Nathan Hale School 1998 The City has obtained and will continue to seek input from the Grand Avenue Village Association (GAVA), the Fair Haven Management Team, and other community organizations and elected representatives active in the neighborhood. Thank you for your consideration of our application. OFFICE OF THE M AYOR

I 65 0-IURG-1 STREET • N EW HAVEN • CONNECTICUT 065 I 0 ~~:~1~:E JOHN DESTEFANO, JR. The vision cf Ntw Hawn's chi/Jren Mayor is our city 's greatest resource"'

November 10, 2004

Ms. Rose Bassi 5 Patty Ann Terrace Derby, CT 06418 Dear Ms. sf10<1 Thank you for your inquiry regarding Mr. Jason Sands, who is seeking a position with the New Haven Department of Fire Service. I appreciate your enthusiasm about Jason and his commitment to serving the citizens ofNew Haven.

As always, there are many more qualified candidates than there are positions to fill. It is a difficult situation and one, which requires patience and understanding on behalf of applicants, all of who are given full and fair consideration. When you raised the question with me, a class had already been appointed to the Training School. Please know, that the existing Civil Service list for candidates for the New Haven Fire Department is active until August 2006. I will keep Jason' s name on hand. However, the competition will remain keen and I know you appreciate that many considerations go into candidate selection.

Again, thanks for your interest and I wish Jason all the best!

New Haven bfld phone 203.946.8200 fax 203.946.7683 "' This creative impression is the work rif Alexis Avila, a student at Nathan Hale School

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November 10, 2004

Mr. V. Topper Luciani W orldtek Travel 111 Water Street New Haven, CT 06511

Dear Mr. Luciani:

Thank you for your inquiry regarding Mr. Geoffrey Hazard, who is seeking a position with the New Haven Department of Fire Service. I appreciate your enthusiasm about Geoffrey and his commitment to serving the citizens of New Haven.

As always, there are many more qualified candidates than there are positions to fill. It is a difficult situation and one, which requires patience and understanding on behalf of applicants, all of who are given full and fair consideration. When you raised the question with me, a class had already been appointed to the Training School. Please know, that the existing Civil Service list for candidates for the New Haven Fire Department is active until August 2006. I will keep Geoffrey's name on hand. However, the competition will remain keen and I know you appreciate that many considerations go into candidate selection.

Again, thanks for your interest and I wish Geoffrey all the best! VeryI yours, rfo: D:sif;o "' Mayor

New Haven b~X'fl pho ne 203.946.8200 fa x 203.946.7683 rmr " This creative impression is the work of A lexis Avila, a student at Nathan Hale School 1998 OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

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November 12, 2004

Honorable Eddie Perez Mayor of Hartford 550 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103

Dear Mayor ~

I write in follow up to our meeting on October 27, 2004 regarding strategies for the upcoming legislative session. Subsequent to our meeting, I met with New Raven's State Senators, The Honorable Martin Looney and The Honorable Toni N. Harp. Both are in agreement with our proposed strategy to have the Senate Delegations from Bridgeport, Hartford and New Haven meet jointly, prior to the start of the session, to review and endorse our strategy. Additionally, Senator Looney has offered to host the meeting at his legislative office.

If you and your delegation are in agreement, I would like to schedule this meeting for the last week in November. My office will contact you to verify your delegation's interest in such a meeting. I look forward to our collaboration.

truly yours,

New Haven bOd phone 203.946.8200 f ax 203.946.7683 ,~iP "' This creative impression is the work of A lexis Avila, a student at Nathan H ale School 1998 OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

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November 12, 2004

Honorable John Fabrizi Mayor of Bridgeport 45 Lyon Terrace Bridgeport, CT 06604

Dear Mayor F~. I write in follow\up tq our meeting on October 27, 2004 regarding strategies for the upcoming legislati~ssion . Subsequent to our meeting, I met with New Raven's State Senators, The Honorable Martin Looney and The Honorable Toni N. Harp. Both are in agreement with our proposed strategy to have the Senate Delegations from Bridgeport, Hartford and New Haven meet jointly, prior to the start of the session, to review and endorse our strategy. Additionally, Senator Looney has offered to host the meeting at his legislative office.

New Haven hOd phone 203.946. 8200 f ax 203.946.7683 rmr "' This creative impression is the work of Alexis Avila, a student at Nathan Ha le School 1998 MAYOR'S NIGHT OUT NOVEMBER 17,2004 NATHAN HALE SCHOOL 480 TOWNSEND AVENUE 7:00P.M

1. CHIEF MICHAEL GRANT FIRE DEPARTMENT 2. CHIEF ORTIZ/ASSISTANT CHIEF NORWOOD POLICE DEPARTMENT 3. SGT. KELLY DISTRICT MANAGER *4. JEFF PESCOSOLIDO/RICH CHRISTENSON ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS *5. DAVID BARONE CITY PLAN 6. JAMES WELBOURNE LIBRARY 7. WILLIAM QUINN HEALTH DEPARTMENT 8. ROBERT LEVINE PARKS DEPARTMENT 9. ANDREW RIZZO LCI & LCI/BUILDING 10. LINDA DAVIS NEIGHBORHOOD SPECIALIST 11 . CINDY RODRIGUEZ PUBLIC ADVOCATE 12. SUE WEISSELBERG SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION *13. ROBIN GOLDEN BOARD OF EDUCATION *14. KRISTIN BARBER DISABILITY SERVICES *15. ED SCHWARTZ HOUSING AUTHORITY 16. WALTER ESDAILE/BRENDA BURTON-SELDON SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVE 17. PIERETTE SILVERMAN ELDERLY SERVICES 18. TERRANCE DINNEAN ASSESSORS OFFICE 19. C.J. CUTICELLO TAX COLLECTOR *20. GABRIEL VARCA WPCA/OMI 21 . NICOLE JEFFERSON CEO 23. WILLIAM KILPATRICK PARKING AUTHORITY 24. OTIS JOHNSON FAIR RENT 25 HENRY FERNANDEZ ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT *26. BIJAN NOTGHI TRAFFIC AND PARKING 27. KAREN WALTON CHIEF OF STAFF *28. RON MANNING COMMUNITY SERVICES

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FROM: Susan W eisselberg, Program Coordinator New Haven P ublic Schools REBUILDING OUR SCHOOLS DATE: November 15, 2004 54 Meadow Street New Haven, Conn. 06519 SUBJECT: Mayor's Night Out, November 17: 946-6811 (p h.) · 946-5455 (fax) Wards 11, 12, 13 , 17, 18 at Nathan Hale School

Information on schools in the 11 th, 1ih, 13 1h, 1ih and 181h wards follows. 11th ward: (COL..,, ,? ....\) Bishop Woods School: An application for the replacement of Bishop Woods, as a new pre-K-4 on the same site, has been filed with the State, with approval by the legislature anticipated in the spring of2005. Construction should begin in the fall of2006 and be completed by August, 2008.

12th ward: ...:Frr7 Ross/Woodward School Oi1 Barnes Avenue has been renovated and reopened this school year, with students from Woodward and Quinnipiac Schools and the neighborhood. It is phasing in as a pre-K-8 and has a cafetorium, gymnasium, library media center and regular and specialty classrooms. The central kitchen facility is located on land next to the school.

13th ward: Benjamin Jepson Interdistrict Magnet School: Originally the project involved further renovation of the existing school (which was renovated in 1990) and construction of an addition for a pre-K-8 interdistrict magnet school. However, expansion on the existing site is not feasible. Site acquisition for a site at Lexington and Russell Streets is nearly complete and design is underway for a new school. The state has approved this project for 100% state funding. The Jepson Middle School students are in Quinnipiac.

Quinnipiac School: The school is serving as the facility for Jepson upper grades until the new school is open in 2007. After that, it may serve as "swing space" for other schools while their buildings are in construction. Following that, if the Board of Education does not use the school, the City might, or there would be a public disposition process.

17th ward: Woodward School: The school has been purchased by the State Department of Transportation as part of the I-95/Pearl Harbor bridge expansion project. The school has been closed and it will be demoli.she~e DOT.

p~ (1'/~~ ;}7,-,. 1\'\"r &<'- f ?6,7 '-~ {cl1 18th ward: Nathan Hale School: The school reopened in August 2003 as a pre-K-8, with the old building renovated and a new addition. The school has a cafeteria, gymnasium, Peter Villano library media center, small auditorium and regular and specialty classrooms.

cc: Dr. Reginald Mayo Catherine Sullivan-DeCarlo Robin Golden PARKS \lM-

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GENERALINFO~TION

-The East Shore/ Morris Cove District has experienced ad cline in crime overall. e current administration has provided me with resources that allow m ute a strategic plan. This plan better serves the residents in the community.

-I have been in contact with the schools in the East Shore/ Morris Cove District. All District Officers are aware of the needs of the schools on their perspective beats and their obligations to each.

-There has been an effort to clean up the neighborhoods. Abandoned cars and illegal dumping is a priority in this District and it is addressed on a daily basis by Patrol Officers.

-There is new construction being undertaken in our community. Ground is being broken for several new homes on Ocean view ave., and Dell drive.

-In closing, it is the priority of thi s police department and Officers of the district to address the quality oflife issues in the community on a daily basis. Officer work closely with neighborhood Management Teams and Block Watches to address problems as they arise and resolve them in an expedient manner.

ectfully submitted, - t?. It~ II..., ~geant John P. Kelly District Manager East Shore/ Morris Cove MAYOR'S NIGHT OUT NOVEMBER 17,2004 NATHAN HALE SCHOOL

The following information is a synopsis of all relevant information as it applies to Wards 11, 12, 13, 17, and 18, detailing the police activity as well as the community concerns for this year.

STAFFING AND DEPLOYMENT

District Manager (1) Patrol Supervisors (3) A squad Patrol Officers (6) B squad Patrol Officers (7) C squad Patrol Officers (5) E squad Patrol Officers (1)

Patrol Offi cers are deployed utilizing radio patrol cars, traffic enforcement vehicles, bicycles and walking beats. There is also supplemental motor vehicle enforcement by the Motorcycle/Traffic unit.

TRAFFIC CONCERNS

Traffic violations, including speeding and motorcycle noise continue to be a common problem throughout the different wards. Main roads that are problem areas are continually targeted by the Traffic Enforcement Unit and District Officers in an attempt to disrupt and stop the traffic violations. There have been specific areas targeted by Officers that have yielded very positive results. These areas are Quinnipiac A venue, specifically in the area of Bishop Woods School, Middletown A venue, Woodward A venue, and Townsend A venue. A recent complaint of "drag racing" in the area of Route 80 has been brought to my attention by business owners in the community. This "drag racing" takes place on the weekends and is usually attended by 7 5-l 00 people and vehicles. We have instituted supplemental patrols and on duty personnel to disrupt the racing and we will continue to do so in the future. Also, all District Officers are undergoing training in Laser Enforcement to help address the speeding problems in the District. By the end of November of this year, all District Officers will be certified in Laser Enforcement.

Youths riding dirt bikes and all-terrain vehicles are also a concern to the area residents as well as the police department. District Officers continue to confiscate/seize these vehicles whenever possible. This year we have seized several "quads" and (2) motorized scooters that were responsible for numerous complaints from citizens in the community. BURGLARIES

There have been sporadic burglaries in the district in the past year. Overall, burglaries are down in the area. The burglaries that are taking place are mainly found to be occurring to construction sites and trailers, where mostly tools are being taken. During the summer months there were an increased number of burglaries to construction trailers on Route 80. I had Officers stop by the Construction sites and educate the people who were working there to secure there belongings when they are done for the day and not leave things lying around when they were completed with their job. Since this education initiative, we have noticed a significant decrease in construction thefts and burglaries. The Management Teams and Block watches are made aware of areas that are being affected by burglaries and they disseminate the information to their constituents to help the police be more effective in deterring this problem. Also, the Burglary/Robbery unit has been following up on cases to assist in solving these crimes as quickly as possible.

ROBBERIES

There has been a slight increase in Commercial Robberies in the past few months. Business establishments that were victimized were 400 Foxon Blvd. the 7/11 store, 413 Middletown Avenue, the SB Mart, 1655 Quinnipiac Avenue, Best Buy Liquors, and 141 Farren Avenue, the Quick Mart. The Quick Mart was robbed (3) times in a period of one month. In each case the subjects responsible for the robberies match the same description as subjects who had robbed the previously mentioned businesses. The Robbery/Burglary unit has been actively working on the robberies and they believe that all the robberies were committed by the same (2) subjects. The Robbery unit's investigation is on-going and they have some very positive leads on the subjects. I have added increased police presence in the business district neighboring Route 80 and Middletown A venue, as well as adding a bicycle patrol to concentrate only on Farren A venue.

NARCOTIC ACTIVITY

There has been sporadic narcotic activity throughout the district. Problem areas that are of concern is the area of Quinnipiac A venue between Route 80 and East Grand A venue. We have noticed an increase in mobile narcotic dealing in the area. Narcotic sellers are meeting their prospective buyers in the area and it has been concern from the neighborhood residents. The Street Interdiction Unit has made a substantial impact in the area. They have made numerous narcotic related arrests which have yielded large amounts of narcotics as well as monies.

Sporadic narcotic dealing has also been taking place on some areas of Farren A venue as well as 191 eastern Circle. The district Officers are continually working in a cooperative effort with the Narcotic Enforcement unit in addressing and dealing with the narcotic problems. There have been arrests in both areas and they will continue to address the narcotic problems as they arise.

CRIME PREVENTION UNIT

Officer Joseph Avery is currently assigned to the Crime Prevention Unit. Officer Avery has been very instrumental in working with and organizing new block watches. Officer Avery continues to work closely with the Bella Vista neighborhood and coordinates monthly crime prevention meetings with them. Officer Avery is also a very important component of our neighborhood management teams and block watches. District 9 currently has (30) active block watches in our neighborhoods.

TWEED NEW HAVEN AIRPORT

The airport continues to hire Officers in an extra duty capacity. The hours that the Officers work are delegated to (2) shifts per day, the hours being 6am to llam and llam to 5:30pm. The Transportation Security Administration continues their role at the airport by screening passengers before flights. Both the TSA and the police department work in concert to provide a better security conscious atmosphere for the airport. On duty patrol Officers continue to patrol the airport on a daily basis and we are also always evaluating the security needs of the airport facility. Both U.S. Air and Delta Airlines continue to operate at (2) flights each per day.

WATERFRONT SECURITY

The Waterfront continues to be a priority for security concerns from land and from water. The police department is in close contact with the Coast Guard and the Connecticut State Police. The State Police Helicopter routinely patrols the Waterfront area and is in communication with the police department when needed. The State of Connecticut Department of Public Safety Division of Protective Services (The Homeland Security Division) continues to provide security assessments of the businesses located on the Waterfront. As District Manager I routinely attend monthly meetings of the Waterfront Cooperative where we address and discuss security issues. A patrol Officer is directed to constantly patrol the area and we assign additional personnel accordingly if a threat level is elevated.

MANAGEMENT TEAMS

District 9 has (2) active Management Teams that meet the first and second Tuesdays of every month. The Annex/Cove Management Team is chaired by Tina Doyle. The Quinnipiac East River Management Team is chaired by Jane Koplic. Both Management Teams are very active with the police department and LCI in solving community concerns.

PUBLIC HOUSING

Eastern Circle is the only Public Housing complex located in District 9. Currently there are approximately 14 families still residing in the complex. All other apartments have been boarded up for the last year. The Housing Authority hires extra duty to patrol the area of Essex Townhouses and East view Terrace (Eastern Circle) housing on Eastern Street. These Officers supplement the regularly assigned Officers in the district. At this time, the funding for extra duty Officers has ceased un ti l further notice from the Housing Authority. Also, there is a Police Officer who resides in Eastern Circle. This Officer participates in the Officer in residence program. - ~~0- Summary of Engineering Department Activities:

Wards 13 & 17: Ferry Street Bridge over Quinnipiac River. Presently under design ( 40°/o complete). Final design scheduled for in later part of 2005. Construction to start in spring of 2006 ~all of 2008. Estimated project cost is appro~rnate!Y $11,000,000.00 ort+e,

Ward 12: Weybosset Street Reconstruction Phase I & II: Design t/> completed, bids due November 3, 2004, construction to start spring 2005, earliest completion date is September 2005. Estimated cost for the project is $425,000, we presently have $258,000 in funding. Project is phased to complete as much as the funding allows.

Ward 18: Stuyvesant Street curb and sidewalk repair work. Ongoing, completion this fall.

Ward 13: Quinnipiac Avenue Reconstruction Project: Currently in Concept Design phase. City Plan is setting up a public information meeting with the neighborhood for November 9, 2004. Based on results of public input, preliminary design will proceed. Earliest contruction start is summer of 2006. Estimated construction cost is $5-7 million.

Ward 17: Waterfront Street Reconstruction. Preliminary design phase. Public info meeting held on October 26,2004. Proceeding with Final Design Documents. Possible advertising for bids in January 2006. Conn DOT is responsible for the constyruction. Project Estimate is $7.5 million.

Ward 17 & 18: Woodward Avenue Traffic Calming. T&P Dept and CAO is coordinating a public infomation meeting. Input will be used to define project scope and estimates developed. No funding available at this time.

Ward 17: I-95 Corridor Project is a Conn DOT Project. Main component is the Q-Bridge with a cost of $400 million+ and earliest completion date of June 2013. Total I-95/91 Corridor project cost is $1.0 bi ll ion+. Several public information meeting have been held in the past.

Any questions give me a call @ext 8099.

~rees are being set-up & decorated on the Green and at several other locations in the city.

Ralph Walker Skating Rink opened for the season on 11113/04.

Ranger Programs include: bird watching, nature walks, candle and wreath making workshops.

Swimming Lessons are available at Conte School. Family swim & lap swim are available at John Martinez School.

Aerobics for Fitness Programs to be held at John Martinez School & Hill Regional Career H.S.

Mter-school and evening recreation programs are ongoing throughout the city. Please call 946-8027 for further information on all programs.

The lOth Annual Easter Seals Goodwill Industries Fantasy of Lights will take place at Lighthouse Point Park from 11119/04 through 116/05. John DeStefano, Jr. - Tweed info for tonight Page 1 {tbS,\

From: Henry Fernandez C)AtnPOL 7 To: John DeStefano, Jr. L ( Date: Wed, Nov 17, 2004 3:43 PM @ Wf''~ \2ft Subject: Tweed info for tonight Q) ?~,- 1. Enplanements: should hit 60,000 for fiscal year end June 30th, this will be up from about 18,000 last year.

2. Delta will make up about half of those enplanements and USAirways the other half. There are currently 2 destinations, Philly and Cincinnati. Combined this allows for connections to over 150 destinations.

3. Our goal will be to add a third airline, and reach between 100,000 and 120,000 enplanements in the two years. This will remain below the high of enplanements in the early 90's.

4. In terms of the master plan, our current focus is on getting the runway obstructions, mostly trees trimmed. Over the course of the next year or two we need to get DEP approval for safety zones. These are paved extensions to the runways that prevent danger if an airplane overshoots the runway. The FAA is very concerned about this issue and may restrict airport use (by shortening the runway) without these safety zones.

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Ms. Barbara L. Pearce President & CEO H. Pearce Company Realtors 393 State Street North Haven, CT1473 / 'Y'- Dear Ms. Peyce: (\' ~

As we discussed today, I would like to thank you for your willingness to consider service on the First City Fund Corporation's (FCFC) Organizing Group that will spearhead the chartering process to start a new community development bank in New Haven. I have enclosed key informational materials for your review. As you know, FCFC is being capitalized with some $25 million from the proceeds of the demutualization of New Haven Savings Bank. FCFC will serve as the holding company for the for-profit bank, while continuing to perfonn charitable activities as a certified non-profit organization. Your participation in the important planning and organization of the for-profit bank will help FCFC create a strong financial institution that wi ll meet the banking needs of the New Haven community.

Enclosed yo u will find:

• FCFC Mission Statement • FCFC Foundation Framework • January 23, 2004 agreement between New Haven Savings Bank and the City ofNew Haven • FCFC Bylaws • DRAFT press release, which includes a list ofFCFC current Board members

I am eager to begin the process to create a community-focused bank that will invest in and support under-served individuals, families and businesses in the Greater New Haven Region. Please review the enclosed materials and call me directly at (203) 946-8200.

eStefano, Jr.

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EVENT: NEWS CONFERENCE PROTESTING FARE INCREASES ON METRO-NORTH LOCATION: UNION STATION

SCHEDULE: NOV. 18, 2004 TIME: 6:30PM

PROGRAM : • YOU WELCOME EVERYONE AND SAY WHY WE'RE HERE • INTRODUCE JIM CAMERON FROM THE CONNECTICUT METRO NORTH-SHORELINE EAST RAIL COMMUTER COUNCIL (JIM WILL DETAIL FARE INCREASES, YOU CAN STICK TO BIG THEMES!) • LEE CARLSON IS PRESIDENT OF SHORELINE EAST RIDERS ASSOCIATION. HE'S A COMMUTER! • FINALLY, MARK WUEST LIVES IN NEW HAVEN AND COMMUTES DAILY TO NYC. HE KEEPS A BLOG OF HIS EXPERIENCES • YOU WRAP IT UP AND REMIND PEOPLE THIS IS ABOUT JOBS AND ALLUDE TO THE PUBLIC HEARING THAT STARTS AT 7PM JUST A FEW FLOORS UP!

2 ())<{,Ic::c BA(,tKG ROUND ON EVENT: • T!HIS PUBLIC HEARING IS THE SECOND THIS WEEK HELD BY DOT Tb HEAR WHAT PEOPLE THINK ABOUT RATE INCREASES ON METRO NORTH IN CONNECTICUT • TH E MEETING IN FAIRFIELD ON TUESDAY WAS WELL ATTENDED AN D COMMUTERS WERE UPSET

TALKING POINTS • THA~J! M CAMER~ WITH CT COMMUTER COUNCIL/ LEE CARLSON WITH SHORELINE EAST RIDERS ASSOC, AND MARK WUEST FOR BEING HERE • IN LESS THAN HALF AN HOUR THE DOT WILL HOST JtPU BLIC HEARING IN THIS BUILDING TO LET THE PUBLIC HAVE ITS SAY

3 ABOUT PROPOSED FARE INCREASES ON METRO NORTH IN CONNECTICUT • WE'RE HERE RIGHT NOW TO HAVE OUR SAY AND SEND A MESSAGE TO THE DOT. • INCREASING FARES IS A SLAP IN THE FACE FOR COMMUTERS WHO ALREADY PAY THE HIGHEST PRICES IN NORTH AMERICA FOR UNRELIABLE SERVICE. • NOT ON LY IS THIS UNFAIR TO COMMUTERS, IT HURTS ALL OF US. • DEPENDABLE COMMUTER RAIL SERVICE IS VITAL FOR JOB GROWTH: • BETWEEN MARCH 2001 AND JUNE 2004, NON FARM EMPLOYMENT ADDED 47,000 JOBS IN NEW JERSEY ... A 1.2% INCREAS E

4 • AT THE SAME TIME, CONN LOST 41,000 JOBS ... A 2.4% LOSS ONLY SEVEN STATES HAVE DONE WORSE • WHY IS NEW JERSEY DOING BETTER? WHY HAVE THEY BEEN ABLE TO HARNESS THE ECONOMIC ENGINE OF NYC WHILE CONN CAN'T? • BECAUSE CONN IS CHOKING ON DECREPID AND OUTDATED TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE • CONSI DER: 1-95 DESIGNED TO CARRY 70,000 CARS PER DAY AND CURRENTLY CARRIES AS MANY AS 140,000 • EVE N WITH 1-95 WIDENING PROJECT, THE ROAD COULD BE OBSOLETE BEFORE ITS FINISHED. • TO GETS CARS OFF THE HIGH WE NEED RELIABLE AND AFFORDABLE TRAIN SERVICE.

5 • BUT RIGHT NOW FARES ARE THE HIGHEST OF ANY COMMUTER RAIL ROAD IN NORTH AMERICA BECAUSE THE STATE'S SUBSIDY IS AMON G THE LOWEST.

• METRO NORTH/CT COMMUTER PAYS 75-PERCENT OF THE FARE COST COMPARED TO SAN FRANSISCO AND BOSTON WHO PAY 26 AND 28 PERCENT • THIS SUM MER I STOOD RIGHT HERE WITH THE MAYORS OF HARTFORD AND WALLINGFORD AND THE FIRST SELECTMAN OF ENFIELD AND WE CALLED ON THE STATE TO INVEST IN COMMUTER RAIL SERVICE FROM NEW HAVEN TO SPRINGFIELD • MAKE NO MISTAKE, THIS IS NOT INSTEAD OF INVESTING IN METRO-NORTH IN CONN.

6 • WE NEED A FULLS SCALE MARSHAL PLAN FOR TRANSPORTATION IF WE AS A STATE WANT TO ATTRACT JOBS AND GROW OUR ECONOMY.

If asked about the new cars from Virginia:

The first of 33 cars (price= $14million) from Virginia are starting to arrive. Within a few months there will be an additional 1600 seats on Metro North. We should salute the Governor here. Still, here's the problem. There are inadequate shops. There are only 18 service bays for 343 cars. And many of the cars in the fleet are still more than 30 years old. Remind people that one third of the fleet's cars were out of service last winter.

If asked about the timing of the increase:

7 The increase of 5% was passed in the budget and ready to go in July bit it was postponed until January 151 of2005. This follows a 15% hike in 2003.

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November 18, 2004

Congratulations to the Staff and Board of the Greater New Haven Community Loan Fund on the advent of your Good Egg Award signature event, celebrating the organization's efforts to create and sustain vibrant neighborhoods and promote housing opportunities to the residents of Greater New Haven.

In today's marketplace, no one can do the job alone. This event provides an unique opportunity to recognize and celebrate the contributions of so many strategic partners and members of the community who contribute to the understanding and practice of the organization's mission.

The celebration ofthe Jerome N. Frank Legal Services Organization at Yale University is particularly appropriate in light of its active contribution to the many social needs in the New Haven area. They certainly represent the essence of leadership, education, and community involvement in a multi-dimensional, diverse, and increasingly competitive environment. So it gives me great pleasure to congratulate them on this special day. The GNHCLF continues to be a beacon of light for the many developers that benefit from your financing programs.

The City of New Haven as been a partner with the Loan Fund for over a decade as we work toward our mutual goal of building strong neighborhoods, a vibrant city center, and a community of opportunity and optimism.

Thank you for your outstanding work! Ve]yours, d~~I~~, .. Mayor

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November 18, 2004

Mr. Carlos Barbier Bridgeport Community Health Center 982 East Main Street Bridgeport, CT 06608

Dear Mr. Barbier:

Pursuant to the authority vested in me, it gives me great pleasure to hereby appoint you to serve as a Planning Council Member on the Ryan White Title I Planning Council for New Haven and Fairfield Counties, as a Council Member. This appointment will be effective December 1, 2004 and will expire on December 31 , 2007. The purpose of the Planning Council is to guide the investment of emergency funding to assist individuals who are affected and infected with HIV/AIDS and who are living Fairfield and/or New Haven Counties. I am confident, given the recommendation of the Planning Council, and your own qualifications and commitment, that you will be an asset to the Council. Your dedication to improving the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS will assist the Council in moving forward with its agenda. On behalf of the citizens of New Haven and Fairfield Counties, I thank you for your willingness to serve as a Planning Council Member and wish you the very best as you begin this new term of public service.

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November 18, 2004

Mr. Dale Bethune, President Greater New Haven Business & Professional Association 192 Dixwell A venue New Haven, CT 06511

Dear Mr. Be~v' I am in receipt of your letter requesting Ms. Doreen Abubakar be considered for a Board or Commission with the City of New Haven.

Ms. Abubakar has requested three possible Boards, unfortunately, at this time there are no vacancies on any, however, Ms. Abubakar's name will be kept on file for consideration whenever a vacancy for a Democratic slot should come available.

Thank you for submitting her name, I am always looking for individuals like her that are willing to serve and give of their time to this great City ofNew Haven.

truly yours, L___

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Dear Mayor DeStefano, Jr.:

The Office for Domestic Preparedness (ODP) recognizes the challenges associated with administering the Homeland Secur)ty grant programs. Among these challenges is the importance of ensuring timely availability and access to grant funding. To that end, we encourage active communication among local jurisdictions, State Administrative Agencies (SAA), and ODP.

We would like to formally offer to you and your urban area an ODP-facilitated conference call to address current funding availability issues. Through these calls, we hope to bridge any communication gaps that may exist, and clear-up any barriers to current funding flows. Together, we can discuss updates on current funding status and work to resolve any issues that may be impeding the process.

Attached please find a "faxback" form. Please let us know if you are interested in having ODP conduct such a meeting with you and representatives from your State and Urban Area. Please return the form to us indicating your interest by November 30,2004. You may fax it to (202) 514-5566.

ODP thanks you for your participation and looks forward to working with you to enhance our nation's security .

Sincerely,

Timothy L. Beres Associate Director

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November 19, 2004

Mr. Richard Miller Director of Engineering/Public Works 200 Orange Street New Haven, CT 06510

Dear Mr. M~ Y"' ,..-- During Mayor's Night Out, Ken Mcintyre of 444 Woodward Avenue brought to my attention that the swayle located behind a row of houses on Woodward Avenue needs to be cleaned.

Would you please call Mr. Mcintyre at his home so that he can explain in more detail. You can reach him at 467-2331 . Please let me know how soon th is can be taken care of.

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mr1998 Truman School 114 Truman St. Dedicated: November 21, 2004 Enrollment: 600 Grades: PreK-8 Size: 101,700 square feet Cost: $33.2 million Architects: Boroson Falconer Architects & Engineers Construction Manager: Bridgeport Restoration Program Manager: Gilbane Building Company Gilbane Project Manager: Ron Markiewicz & Robert Gervasini

Here is speaking program:

Speaking Program 8 Lisette McGowan ...... Welcome Principal, Truman School

G Mayor John DeStefano, Jr ...... Master of Ceremonies

r ';'\ Dr. Reginald Mayo TIV\ z'-~ C::::S~ ~ Superintendent of Schools fts'5o<.. Su-~~

/2A. 'Truman Song," performed by Truman School Choir; directed by Lilly L.:J Perkins and Sylvia Hayes

@ Kenneth Boroson, Architect @ Isaac Thomas, Bpt. Restoration

(2) Alderwoman Andrea Jackson-Brooks, D-4

(i) State Rep. Juan Candelaria, D-95

~ State Sen. Toni Harp, D-10 (.~Closing selection, "The Circle of Life," directed by Myrna Montalvo c.JReception & Student Led Tours About the Renovation

A turn-of-the-last-century Beaux Art style building, Truman School's renovation and expansion were designed to retain its classic elements and augment new construction by using similar style and building materials. More than doubling its size. the expansion required the acquisition of s ace across and ad·acent to B t. Because o ra ic flow, this street had to remain open, but the designers were able to rotate it so that it became parallel to the new entryway. One addition to this site is a gymnasium. The design challenge with these vast and often imposing core spaces is to reduce the appearance of mass by creating visual interest. In this case, designers created a clock tower on the Washington Avenue side. The tower is red brick that is broken up w1th an 1nset d1amond step pattern in a contrasting color brick. The large clock face and engraved stone name plaque also help to diminish the mass. On the opposite side of the structure, elegant arches break up the mass and add visual interest. The gymnasium interior is bathed in nature light from tall glass windows. In addition to the requisite physical education equipment and teaching stations, the gym also houses a fully equipped proscenium stage. To integrate the stage visually into the side of the gym, designers used a mosaic tile pattern that echoes the v-shape of the exposed roof trusses. The tile palette is the same as that used in the new entryway floor design.

Features: *Creative dual use of gym as auditorium *New cafeteria and library bathed in natural light A second addition was constructed as a mirror image of an existing wing. The three level structure is adjacent to the entryway. The cafeteria is directly opposite the lobby and has curtain walls on both sides giving an unobstructed view to the gardens just outside. The library sits above the cafeteria and is bathed in natural light from the curtain wall overlooking the same garden. The community room on the third floor also overlooks the garden side. Thanks to the School-Based Building Advisory Committee

Leonardo Ayala; Lisette Bernier-McGowan; Kenneth Boroson; Cynthia Garcia; Kristina Grant; Merriellen Gunn; Catherine Heath; Alderwoman Andrea Jackson-Brooks; Velma Jones; Isabel Maldonaldo; Cathy Marathas; Ronald Markiewicz; Kathy Mattern; Patricia McCann-Vissepo; Myrna Montalvo; Kelly Moye; Antonio Nunez; Board of Alderman President Jorge Perez; Florence Pidskalny; Michelle Smith; Arthur Solis; Mercedes Varanay; Mike Vollero; Theopolis A. Wright; Therese- Wright In Memo of Randy Basch The Ne aven Publ" o s commemorates Randy Basch for his dedication in completing this wonderful school until his untimely death earlier this month. Randy was project manager for Bridgeport Restoration, the construction management firm that oversaw the Truman School project, 2002-2004. acknowledge:

Gilbane Project Manager: Ron Markiewicz

Architect: Boroson Falconer : Ken Boroson

Construction Manager: Bridgeport Construction: Isaac Thomas

The original school was built in 1911 and was named after a landowner in the Hill area who most likely donated land for the school. The New Haven Public Schools is setting a new record this fall with a total of 3,625 students attending five schools, two of them brand new and three renovated. The projects created jobs and training opportunities for many residents. Specifically, the projects generated almost 1 million total hours of construction labor. The projects provided more than $3.5 million in wages paid to the New Haven residents who worked on the jobs.

Providing this labor were over 1,000 total construction workers from throughout the area under a Project Labor Agreement with the building trade unions. The workforce included more than 365 workers who are New Haven residents and who represented 18 different construction trade classifications. Also, the Project Labor Agreement provided substantial minority representation in the workforce with over 650 minority workers. Some 123 of the New Haven residents were workers who had not previously been involved in the construction trades and were provided "job ready" and apprenticeship training through the City's Work Force Alliance, which was established to train residents in the construction trades.

Through the Small Business Enterprise Construction Opportunity Initiative, over $20 million worth of construction contracts were performed by registered small business contractors. By requiring 10°/o of all construction on schools to be performed by small contractors, Mayor DeStefano has provided the opportunity for minority companies to thrive right in their own community. In these five schools, New Haven minority contractors accounted for over $3 million in construction and construction-related services. Of these New Haven contractors, 12 were participating in city school projects for the first time. Also, women-owned businesses performed over $7 million in work. '2:::: ,.:

THE CITYWIDE SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM IS ONE OF THE LARGEST REBUILDING OF A PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT ANYWHERE IN AMERICA.

COMMENCED IN 1997 AND EXPECTED TO BE COMPLETED IN 2012, THE PROGRAM WILL REBUILD, OR BUILD NEW, EVERY PUBLIC SCHOOOL SPACE IN THE CITY OF NEW HAVEN.

AT A COST OF 1.2 BILLION DOLLARS. THE PROGRAM IS PAID FOR THROUGH STATE OF CONNECITCUT GRANT PROGRAMS AND CITY REVENUES FUNDED THROUGH THE PROPERTY TAX.

PUBLIC SCHOOL SPACE WILL INCREASE BY pNE THIRD- GOING FROM 3 MILLION TO 4 MILLION SQ. FT. OF SPACEhO SUPPORT NEW HA VEN'S INCREASING YEAR ROUND EDUCATION PROGRAMS - ALL SPACES ARE Am CONDITIONED.

THE CITY HAS COMMITTED TO FACITLTIY DEVELOPMENT THAT SUPPORTS BOTH ACADEMIC AND COMMUNITY PURPOSES. ACCORDINGLY 17 AUDITORIUMS, 6 POOLS, COMPLETE PUBLIC HEALTH SUITES, AND EXPANDED ATLETIC FACILITIES ARE PAVilt:flfiltlf. 11 '-'- FEATURES OF THE PROGRAM DESIGN.

AS A RESULT, NEW HAVEN PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS, STAFF AND PARENTS WORK TOGETHER IN ONE OF THE MOST TECHNOLOGt M ~ \.-y ADVANCED, ENRICHIN~AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENTS FOR LEARNING THAT CAN BE FOUND ANYWHERE IN AMERICA.

THIS IS AS IT SHOULD BE, AS IT REFLECTS THE HIGHEST VALUES THAT THIS COMMUNITY PLACES ON IT'S CHILDREN, THEm ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENT AND THE FUTURE OF THE CITY. R'f\' TODAY'S DEDICATION ISf)"F- THE}Sir 1,11 IN THE CITYWIDE SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM. AS OF TODAY: 1. 20 SCHOOLS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED AT A COST OF $558 -1-s. rB•t..Jr- MILLION; ~'' v • 2. 5 SCHOOLS, AT A COST OF $163 MILLION ARE IN CONSTRUCTION; ~ 3. 7 SCHOOLS AT A COST OF $193 MILLION ARE IN DESIGN; AND ' 4. 16 MORE SCHOOLS, AT A COST OF $268 MILLION ARE IN DESIGN. 6 ..o !S"t &ti.M..F o'P Pl-ft?~ CW.&c...pl '- "'\~""l..r'-..>r .' 7u~ ~ 1'-1'{ '~'1\Vk? To '~+t ~'-~c'\"l:.t} oF~ c:::o.J ~(l.cJC:t1.vo \~c) \t-t\._ )<<.A-1., ( ,, ' '\...) ~~ "'E ~ ~ -""' ~") c \.)J .s c c. d' ,,vf - .... J L) ""-'" \.~ Q ~ J ;1-.. J , .J ll c.J\o ~e.G (.)1-r , J(. 1 ~ I t - .... ~ , O FFICE OF T HE M AYOR

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November 22, 2004

Mr. Carl Harvey The Sound School 60 South Water Street New Haven, CT 06519

Dear Mr. Harvey:

I am delighted that the Sound School has applied for a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation in order to implement the New Haven Harbor Watershed Environmental Monitoring Program. This program will provide invaluable local data for my administration, other community organizations, and state and federal agencies.

The collaborative research program to collect data and monitor abiotic an biotic factors in the Quinnipiac River, Mill River, West River and New Haven Harbor will help to inform my staff in regard to water quality and the impact on marine life when studying the implications of projects like the Long Island-New Haven Cross-Sound Cable, the widening of Interstate- 95 across the Quinnipiac River, Long Wharf development, and local watershed management plans, just to name a few . The research data and reports will not only inform the community at large, but also promote protective measures like the restoration of important habitats and encourage environmentally sensitive development and land-use planning.

An impressive aspect of your proposed project is the number of partnerships between the Sound School students and local universities, non-profit organizations and state agencies. The students will gain an incredible career-oriented and educational experience, while at the same time produce data that will allow local and state government, community groups and citizens to achieve a greater understanding of the New Haven Harbor and local riverways.

The New Haven Harbor Watershed Environmental Monitoring Program will nicely complement the Sound School's mission and be a valuable asset for the New Haven community. I fully support your application and I look forward to your project results.

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November 24, 2004

C. J. Cuticello Tax Collector City of New Haven 165 Church Street New Haven, CT 06510

Re: Acquisition of real property by the City of New Haven

Dear Mr. Cuticello:

On November 24, 2004, the City of New Haven acquired the properties identified below by deed in lieu of foreclosure.

This letter is notice to you, pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes Sec. 12-81d, ofthe tax exempt status resulting from that acquisition.

Property Location: 149, 155, 156 Marion Street & 99 Morris Creek, New Haven, CT Tax Account Number: 1744, 1743, 1727, & 1741 Map/Block/Parcel: 037-0849-01001 , 037-0849-0100, 037-0848-00400, 03 7-0849-00800

Pursuant to Section 12-81d, please mark these properties as exempt from taxation for such period as the City ofNew Haven holds title thereto and do not levy against the City of New Haven for the taxes thereon.

Terrence Dinnean, Assessor ark Pietrosimone, Controller omas W. Ude, Jr., Corporation Counsel rank D' Amore, Deputy Property Division Renee Philips, WPCA

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November 24, 2004

Ms. Lucy Gogliettino 190 Wooster Street, #27 New Haven, CT 06511

Dear Ms. Gogliettino:

Thank you for your inquiry regarding you son, Nicholas, who is seeking a position with the New Haven Department of Fire Service. I appreciate your enthusiasm about Nick and his commitment to serving the citizens of New Haven.

As always, there are many more qualified candidates than there are positions to filL It is a difficult situation and one, which requires patience and understanding on behalf of applicants, all of who are given full and fair consideration. Please know, that the existing Civil Service list for candidates for the New Haven Fire Department is active until August 2006. I will give you son every consideration. However, the competition will remain keen and I know you appreciate that many considerations go into candidate selection.

Again, thanks for your interest and I wish Nick all the best!

Very truly yours,

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TALKING POINTS • 300 GEORGE ST. USED TO HOUSE SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND TELEPHONE NOW IT'S HOME TO FIVE BIO-TECH COrvt:P ANIES, AS WELL AS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE OFFICES. • THE COMPANIES ARE: ACHILLION PHARMACEUTICALS, MOLECULAR STAGING (WILL BE LEAVING SOON), CURE CONNECTICUT UNITED FOR RESEARACH EXCELLENCE, RIB X, AND VAXINNATE CORP. • IN THE LAST FEW YEARS YALE UNIVERSITY AND THE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE HAVE HELPED CREATE MORE THAN 70 SPIN -OFF COMPANIES IN GREATER NEW HAVEN: THESE ARE NEW VENTURES ORIGINIATING FROM YALE RESEARCH.

• HOW HAS GRAND LIST CHANGED OVER THE LAST 20 YEARS? ALL ROB HAS IS FROM 1994 TO NOW ...

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ESTIMATED 51 .2% AFTER NEXT REVALUATION AT CLOSE OF 2005

SO YOU CAN SAY, 35 .9% WHEN YOU TOOK OFFICE, OVER 48% TODAY, AND ESTIMATED AT OVER 50% BY THE END OF NEXT YEAR'S REVALUATION. EVENT: YNHH 'S ANNOUNCEMENT OF CANCER CENTER PROJECT LOCATION: 20 YORK ST.

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NEW HAVEN'S WORKFORCE:

OUT OF 70,000 NEW HAVEN JOBS, CLOSE TO 25,000 ARE AT YALE, TWO HOSPITALS, OR AFFILIATED BIO-TECH FIRMS.

AT SAME TIME WE HAD 30,000 MANUFACTURING JOBS AT CLOSE OF WW II TO LESS THAN 3,000 NOW.

2000: NEW HAVEN REGION HAD 216,000 AND OVER 25,000 WERE IN HEALTH SERVICE

1990:214,000 AND LITTLE OVER 21,000 IN HEALTH SERVICES

EDUCATION SERVICES:

IN 2000: 17,200 JOBS IN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

IN 1990: 15,800 JOBS WERE IN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

• ACRES OF LAND DEVOTED TO MEDICAL SCHOOL COMPLEX:

LAST YEAR ANLYAN CENTER WAS ADDED: HALF A MILLION SQUARE FEET. ON CONGRESS AVE.

NEARING COMPLETION OF ANOTHER BUILDING ON AMISTAD ST. 120,000 SQ. FT.

CLOSE TO 2 MILLION SQ. FT TOTAL FOR MEDICAL SCHOOL

SEE ATTACHED ARTICLE FOR MORE DETAILS ON GROWTH