The week in photos – May 21, 2020

Massa has re-issued his game and it's a smash

From right, city sidewalk inspector Ernie Chiarelli, mayoral Executive Assistant Lou Esposito, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and Wizard Painting Co. owner Todd Tompkins look on as a crew from Tompkins’ Savin Avenue company repairs the facade of the bathhouse on the shoreline boardwalk May 13. The Parcel I building, which borders Old Grove Park and houses two bathrooms, an equipment garage and three offices, is receiving a thorough cleaning and overhaul, including a fresh coat of paint, before the summer season officially begins Memorial Day weekend.

The Connecticut Supreme Court’s Historical Society sponsored essay and art competitions for local high school students on various important legal principles. The programs have explored topics such as the separation of powers doctrine, the rights afforded by Miranda v. Arizona, and a keynote lecture on the “Magna Carta: Symbol of Freedom Under Law.” Christopher D’Inezo, an AP U.S. Government and Politics student at West Haven High School. was selected with his essay entitled, “Obstacles to Voting and Some Possible Solutions.”

An excavation crew from the city’s sidewalk contractor, Elm City Materials Inc. of Spring Street, replaces a 250-foot section of the shoreline boardwalk behind Savin Rock on May 11. The work, financed with a state Local Capital Improvement Program grant, paved the way for a new surface of asphalt for the bustling stretch of walkway, which had been a trip hazard. The contractor also repaired 4-by-4-foot sections of the concrete boardwalk near The John Barone Bocce Court and the Savin Rock Conference Center on May 7. Public Works Commissioner Tom J. McCarthy said the city is taking advantage of the shuttered walkway to do the work. The popular walking trail has been closed until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic and social distancing restrictions. The project, supervised by city sidewalk inspector Ernie Chiarelli, also includes repairing and replacing other parts of the 1.5-mile boardwalk.

Wolfe's Bakery

Michael Consorte

Matthew Consorte

West Haven Elks Lodge 1537 applied to the Elks National Foundation for a Gratitude Grant. The Gratitude Grant was intended to aid local organizations impacted by the Coronavirus. The organization was awarded the grant and very pleased to help the VA hospital ($800 for PPE), WHEAT ($700 for food bank supplies), and The First Congregational Church - Alex’s Kitchen ($500 for “To Go” containers and packaging supplies to enable delivery of cooked meals for the hungry). Shown are: The Elks’ Grant Coordinator and Chaplain George Monahan, The Rev. Carl Howard, pastor First Congregational Church and the Elks’ Donna Rzasa, Ex- alted Ruler

West Haven Elks Lodge 1537 applied to the Elks National Foundation for a Gratitude Grant. The Gratitude Grant was intended to aid local organizations impacted by the Coronavirus. The organization was awarded the grant and very pleased to help the VA hospital ($800 for PPE), WHEAT ($700 for food bank supplies), and The First Congregational Church - Alex’s Kitchen ($500 for “To Go” containers and packaging supplies to enable delivery of cooked meals for the hungry). Shown are: WHEAT’s Rose Majestic with Rzasa.

West Haven Elks Lodge 1537 applied to the Elks National Foundation for a Gratitude Grant. The Gratitude Grant was intended to aid local organizations impacted by the Coronavirus. The organization was awarded the grant and very pleased to help the VA hospital ($800 for PPE), WHEAT ($700 for food bank supplies), and The First Congregational Church - Alex’s Kitchen ($500 for “To Go” containers and packaging supplies to enable delivery of cooked meals for the hungry). Shown are: VA’s John Daniels with Monahan.

During this crisis, the Community House is still in action and continues to support West Haven residents. The Community Connections Residential staff is working 24/7 in the residential homes for adults with intellectual disabilities providing a safe and engaging place to weather this crisis, and staff from Head Start and Child Care programs are regularly contacting families to provide educational instruction, resources, and creative ways to keep their children engaged

The West Haven Veterans Council has extended the application deadline to July 17 for the 13th phase of its popular Brick Campaign. Download a brick application at http:// cityofwesthaven.com/DocumentCenter/View/2129/Veterans- Brick-Campaign-Application-2020-PDF. Veterans Council members and city officials will dedicate the 13th phase of the brick Veterans Walk of Walk of Honor at 10:45 a.m. Nov. 11 in Bradley Point Park. Due to the coronavirus pandemic and social distancing restrictions, the event, originally slated for May 23, has been rescheduled to coincide with the annual Veterans Day tribute.

Julie Tomcheski, art teacher at Carrigan, has received these works, via distance learning teaching.