Just got this press release:
The Retired & Sr. Volunteer Program (RSVP) is recruiting tutors for Bristol Public School children. Persons 55 and older, retired or working who enjoy being with children are encouraged to come to a one hour tutor training. The next training is Tuesday October 23, 2007 at Hubbell School.
They will learn that tutoring need not be a big time commitment but can positively impact an underachieving student. Typically tutors meet for one hour with the student one to two times per week. This training is co-sponsored by Bristol Public Schools.
Register for tutor training by calling Pat Malone at 860-584-9533, Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30 pm.
Who We Are
Since its creation in 1972, RSVP has assisted thousands of people 55 or older to lead full and meaningful lives. RSVP recruits and places volunteers age 55 and over to help non-profit community agencies and organizations. Our area of service includes Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, and Terryville/Plymouth. RSVP is a program of the Corporation for National and Community Service, the State of CT Department of Social Services, a partner with the United Way of West Central CT, and is locally sponsored by the Bristol Community Organization.
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Contact Steve Collins at scollins@bristolpress.com
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October 1, 2007
May 25, 2007
Mayor seeking board members
Another press release from the mayor...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Bristol, CT, May 25, 2007 - Mayor William T. Stortz announced today that he continues to seek names for positions to City boards and commissions. “For a true representation of the City of Bristol, it is important that commissions and boards reflect the diversity of the City,” said Stortz. “We know there are qualified citizens out there that have a great deal to contribute to the growth and well being of our town.”
Recommendations from the public are welcome and encouraged. While appointments are made on a regular basis throughout the year, early submissions will allow for greater flexibility in determining the appropriate match.
If you are interested in applying for a position, you are asked to submit a letter of intent stating your reasons for applying and any qualifications or experience you feel you have that would be of assistance to this board or commission. Please direct your correspondence to Office of the Mayor, 111 North Main Street, Bristol, CT 06010, Attention: Board and Commission Appointments.
You can also contact the Mayor, directly, by using the email mayorsoffice@ci.bristol.ct.us. This email address gives the public more direct access to the Mayor’s office and can be used for submission of names for these appointments.
If you have any questions about board or commission appointments, please contact the office at
860-584-6250.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Bristol, CT, May 25, 2007 - Mayor William T. Stortz announced today that he continues to seek names for positions to City boards and commissions. “For a true representation of the City of Bristol, it is important that commissions and boards reflect the diversity of the City,” said Stortz. “We know there are qualified citizens out there that have a great deal to contribute to the growth and well being of our town.”
Recommendations from the public are welcome and encouraged. While appointments are made on a regular basis throughout the year, early submissions will allow for greater flexibility in determining the appropriate match.
If you are interested in applying for a position, you are asked to submit a letter of intent stating your reasons for applying and any qualifications or experience you feel you have that would be of assistance to this board or commission. Please direct your correspondence to Office of the Mayor, 111 North Main Street, Bristol, CT 06010, Attention: Board and Commission Appointments.
You can also contact the Mayor, directly, by using the email mayorsoffice@ci.bristol.ct.us. This email address gives the public more direct access to the Mayor’s office and can be used for submission of names for these appointments.
If you have any questions about board or commission appointments, please contact the office at
860-584-6250.
May 9, 2007
An unexpected twist
Whoever made it happen knew what he was doing.
City councilors Tuesday approved the latest "Dave Lepore Volunteer of the Year" nominee, honoring a resident whose unpaid service on a municipal board or commission was exemplary.
This time around, they picked Joel Wulff, the former chairman of the city's Water Board, a man that Mayor William Stortz dumped from the panel after decades of service.
Until Stortz entered the picture after the 2005 race, city leaders had long hailed Wulff's leadership of the Water Board as exactly what they wanted. He knew the issues. He knew the players. Wulff, they all said, was the epitomy of a solid volunteer, willing to devote his time and energy to help the city.
Stortz, obviously, disagreed. And since mayors tend to win most of the fights they pick, Wulff was forced out.
But he got some recognition for his service, which is nice, and he got it because someone wanted to stick it to the mayor.
That happens, too.
At the same meeting that Wulff got the nod for the annual award, councilors also approved a new four-year term as water superintendent for Leonard Valentino, another guy that Stortz would rather see gone.
Valentino had planned to retire this year -- he's more or less working for free now because his pension would almost match his $100,000+ yearly salary -- but stayed on because he did not want Stortz to pick his successor. Look for him to retire if Stortz loses in November.
City councilors Tuesday approved the latest "Dave Lepore Volunteer of the Year" nominee, honoring a resident whose unpaid service on a municipal board or commission was exemplary.
This time around, they picked Joel Wulff, the former chairman of the city's Water Board, a man that Mayor William Stortz dumped from the panel after decades of service.
Until Stortz entered the picture after the 2005 race, city leaders had long hailed Wulff's leadership of the Water Board as exactly what they wanted. He knew the issues. He knew the players. Wulff, they all said, was the epitomy of a solid volunteer, willing to devote his time and energy to help the city.
Stortz, obviously, disagreed. And since mayors tend to win most of the fights they pick, Wulff was forced out.
But he got some recognition for his service, which is nice, and he got it because someone wanted to stick it to the mayor.
That happens, too.
At the same meeting that Wulff got the nod for the annual award, councilors also approved a new four-year term as water superintendent for Leonard Valentino, another guy that Stortz would rather see gone.
Valentino had planned to retire this year -- he's more or less working for free now because his pension would almost match his $100,000+ yearly salary -- but stayed on because he did not want Stortz to pick his successor. Look for him to retire if Stortz loses in November.
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