The Somers Board of Selectmen will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 7:00 pm in the Town Hall Auditorium, 600 Main Street to receive public comments on the following:

1. To establish an ordinance prohibiting the Spreading of Ashes on Public Land.

A copy of the full ordinance can be found at the Town Clerks office. At this hearing, interested persons may be heard, and written communications received.

Dated at Somers, Connecticut this Monday, 3 day of April, 2023

Board of Selectmen

Tim Keeney, First Selectman

published April 8, 2023, and April 15, 2023

Eversource is tracking and preparing for a significant storm this week that unfortunately coincides with the beginning of the holiday weekend, arriving across all of New England Thursday night, Friday and into early Saturday. Damaging gusts as high as 50-60 mph are forecast in coastal areas and higher elevations, along with heavy rain. High winds may be sustained throughout the storm, which may topple trees and power lines and cause outages – damage that can take several days to repair. We’re prepared and want you to be ready, too.

What we’re doing

·     We’re bringing in extra crews to help. Crews will be pre-staged to respond quickly to areas of expected damage.

·     We’re also moving extra utility poles, wire, transformers and other equipment into position to ensure we’re ready to quickly and safely make repairs.

·     We’re reaching out to you, our customers, as well as community leaders, first responders and others, to share important preparedness information.

What you can do

·     Download the free Eversource mobile app for Apple or Android devices to view and report outages.

·     Review storm preparation and safety information, view and report outages, and see how we restore power at Eversource.com.

·     You can also report your outage by phone at 888-783-6617

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

On October 19, 2022, the Somers Resident State Trooper’s Office in conjunction with the Connecticut Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services (DMHAS) through the Tobacco Prevention and Enforcement Program conducted unannounced tobacco and electronic cigarette compliance inspections of local establishments within the town of Somers that sell such products.

A total of (8) unannounced compliance inspections were conducted. Of that total, (0) establishments were found non-compliant with Connecticut General Statute 53-344 (Sale of tobacco to a person under 21) or 53-344b (Sale of an e-cigarette to a person under 21); both with a first-time fine amount of $300.00.

The following establishments were found to be in compliance:

The Smoke Shop – 12 South Road, Somers, CT 06071

Somers Smoke Mart – 48 South Road, Somers, CT 06071

Geissler’s Supermarket – 95 South Road, Somers, CT 06071

Kaman’s Fine Wine & Liquor – 87 South Road, Somers, CT 06071

Barn Package Store – 25 South Road, Somers, CT 06071

Henny Penny Shell – 595 Main Street, Somers CT 06071

Gulf – 580 Main Street, Somers CT 06071

Small Town Sunoco – 169 Main Street, Somers CT 06071

The inspections were initiated at the request of the Town of Somers School Resource Officers and Local Prevention Council in an effort to combat the sale of tobacco products to underage youth within our community.

State and local authorities along with DMHAS remain committed to working together to fight the immediate and long-term effects of nicotine addiction.

On Thursday, September 29, 2022, the Somers Department of Veterans Affairs will honor over 50 Vietnam War Veterans in its second Vietnam War Veterans Commemoration Ceremony. This is an opportunity for every American to recognize and thank our Vietnam Veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice during one of America’s longest wars.

The Town of Somers joins thousands of organizations across the country as a commemorative partner supporting the Department of Defense in its Vietnam War Commemoration ceremonies.

Please note the details regarding our 2^nd ceremony in year 2022 as follows:

When: Thursday, September 29, 2022

Where: Town of Somers – Auditorium, 600 Main St., Somers, CT 06071

Time: 10:00 – 11:30 AM (approximately)

Keynote Speaker: Thomas J. Saadi, Commissioner, CT Dept. of Veterans Affairs

Host: Town of Somers – First Selectman Timothy R. E. Keeney

*Light Refreshments will be available.

As a lasting memento of the nation’s gratitude, Veterans will receive a Presidential proclamation, a Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin, an Honor Certificate from CT Dept of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Saadi, and a Certificate of Distinction from the Town of Somers. Photos will also be taken and provided to each honoree.

Surviving spouses of those who served are also eligible for recognition. This includes Veterans classified as “Vietnam Era Veterans” — the period covered is November 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975.

To be included in this special event, veterans must provide their Name, address, city, zip, branch of service, DD-214 (honorable discharge), rank, service dates, phone number, and email address. Please email the information to Veterans@SomersCT.gov or mail it to the “Town of Somers, Dept. of Veterans Affairs, 600 Main St., Somers, CT 06071.”

The Town Hall is accessible for those with disabilities. Please i­ndicate if you need any additional accommodations.

The 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War became official following the passage of the National Defense Authorization Act in 2008. By presidential proclamation in 2012, the commemoration extends through Veterans Day 2025. The tribute makes no distinction among veterans who served in-country, in-theater or were stationed elsewhere during those two decades. All answered the country’s call to service.

Somers Department of Veterans Affairs (SDVA) encourages each American to remember and honor the 9 million American men and women – nearly 6 million of whom are living today – who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces during one of the longest conflicts in our Nation’s history, from November 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975.

“It is our heartfelt honor and privilege to recognize our Vietnam era veterans, especially as our nation marks the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War.” D.P. McCaffrey, Director, SDVA. “Our first ceremony in March was so memorable that we are looking forward to honoring at least another 50 veterans.”

“We must never forget their service and sacrifices, which oftentimes includes permanent soul wounds.” S.A. Marquis, Deputy Director, SDVA