Killingworth Selected for Election Audit
Pursuant to CGS Section 9-320f(a), 5% of all voting precincts in CT are randomly selected to have their tabulator totals audited following any election or primary. Last week, Killingworth was one of the precincts selected. Therefore, the Register of Voters will conduct the audit at the Secretary of the State’s Office located at 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford on Friday, November 22, at 9 am.
Do You Want to Bring Joy to Your Life? Bring Joy to the Life of Another!
Volunteer for a new Social Service Program in Killingworth. UR Community Cares has been given start-up funds from the Town, Sun Community, Emmanuel Church and St. Lawrence Church. More donations are need for a one-time security check and insurance for each participant.
Volunteers will be helping over-70 or disabled residents with house or yard work, transportation or companionship. You can select a job from your computer when you are available.
UR Community Cares has been adopted by over 50 Connecticut towns and the Clinton Police Department.
To volunteer, donate or participate:
5 Jamie Lane, Manchester, CT 06042
For help to sign up: 860 430-4557
Killingworth’s Unofficial Election Results
Unofficial Killingworth numbers:
PRESIDENT
HARRIS/WALZ 2270
TRUMP/VANCE 2061
STEIN/WARE 30
OLIVER/TER MAAT 20
KENNEDY/SHANAHAN23
US SENATOR
MURPHY 2271
COREY 1977
PAGLINO 30
HYDE 22
REP IN CONGRESS
COURTNEY 2324
FRANCE
1959
STATE SENATOR
COHEN 2209
CRISCI 2078
STATE REP
LETTIERI 2142
ANISKOVICH 2141
ROV
MCCORMICK 2629
ROBERTS-PERRY 13 WRITE-IN
Official results will be confirmed on the Secretary of the State’s website as soon as they are available.
Tree and Invasive Species Presentation October 22
The Killingworth Conservation Commission is delighted to sponsor a program presented by Gail Reynolds, an expert on invasive plants, tree endangerment and native ecosystems.
Come and learn what makes a plant invasive in Connecticut, what plants are listed as invasive in Connecticut, and the harm invasive plants can do to our native ecosystems. Invasive plants will never be eliminated but there are steps to mitigate the damage invasive plants cause.
Gail Reynolds graduated from Yale University with a B.S. in Biology and a M.F.S. in Forest Ecology. She had a long career as an Information Security Professional, earning five industry certifications. Gail has worked for UConn Extension as Master Gardener Coordinator and Master Composter Coordinator. Gail and her husband Dan currently own Reynolds Forestry Services LLC. Her interests focus on native plant gardening, technology, land conservation and fitness.
The program is scheduled for October 22 starting at 7:00pm. It will be held at the Killingworth Public Library and is free and open to the public.
Testing of Optical Scanners for November Election
The Registrars of Voters in Killingworth will conduct the Pre-Election Testing of sample ballots in the optical scanners for the November 5, 2024 election. The pre-test will take place at the Killingworth Town Hall conference room, 273 Route 81, Killingworth on October 18, 2024 at 1 pm.
The tabulators’ counters will be set back to zero, sealed, and ready for the voting session.
All Killingworth voters are welcome to observe.
Free Legal Advice Clinic
The CT Bar Association is sponsoring a Free Legal Advice Clinic. Deadline to pre-register is October 10. Please see brochure below for details and instructions.
Absentee Ballots Are Available From Town Clerk’s Office
Absentee ballots for the November 5, 2024, election are now available in the Town Clerk’s Office to all electors with a qualifying reason. To apply for an absentee ballot, either:
- stop by the town clerk’s office to complete an application and we will hand you your ballot,
- visit the Secretary of the State’s website at Absentee Voting (ct.gov), and print an application. Mail it to the town clerk’s office and we will mail your ballot within 24 hours of receipt,
- apply entirely online with a valid CT driver’s license or CT ID and we will mail your ballot the next day. Simply visit myvote.ct.gov/getmyab .
PLEASE NOTE: only the elector themself may sign the application.
Please feel free to call the town clerk’s office at 860-663-1765 x502 with any questions. We are always happy to help!
August 13, 2024, Republican Primary Audit
The Killingworth Registrar of Voters will conduct an Audit of the August 13, 2024, Republican Primary ballots on Monday, September 9, 2024, at the Killingworth Town Hall Conference Room at 11 am.
State law requires that 5% of all voting precincts have their machine totals audited following any election or primary. The Secretary of the State’s office randomly selected 39 voting precincts to have their machines audited for the August, 2024, primary.
POSITION AVAILABLE – DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
POSITION AVAILABLE
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
8/26/2024
The Town of Killingworth is seeking a qualified professional to manage the operations of the Department of Public Works. The Director of Public Works reports directly to the First Selectman and has overall responsibility for the ongoing maintenance of the town’s physical assets and properties including roads, infrastructure, facilities, equipment, and grounds.
Job requirements include four years of supervisory and engineering experience, specifically as it relates to public works operations. Candidates must possess strong project management and supervisory skills, oral and written communication skills, a proficiency in Word, Excel, and related applications; experience with Internet and web-based applications and reporting.
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in engineering or management, or the equivalent combination of education and training is required. For a complete job description, please click on the link below.
Compensation is commensurate with experience. This is a non-union, exempt position. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, PTO, Retirement Plan.
A Resume and Letter of Interest should be submitted to: The First Selectman’s Office, 323 Route 81, Killingworth, CT 06419 or to firstselectman@townofkillingworth.com
The Town of Killingworth is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered on their experience, qualifications, and ability, without regard to any legally protected status.
Posted: Wednesday, August 26, 2024
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DON’T FORGET TO APPLY FOR AN ABSENTEE BALLOT!
Don’t forget to register to vote and/or request an absentee ballot for the November 5, 2024, Presidential Election. You can stop by the Killingworth Town Clerk’s office Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays 8am to 4pm, Thursdays 8am to 7pm or Fridays 8am to 12 noon and fill out the forms in person. Or you can register to vote and/or apply for an absentee ballot completely online with a valid CT driver’s license at https://portal.ct.gov/sots/election-services/voter-information/absentee-voting . At your request, your absentee ballot can be mailed directly to your address at college on the first day ballots become available (October 4th). Once you receive your ballot, please mark your choices and return it to us as quickly as possible. Remember, your ballot must arrive in the Town Clerk’s office before 8pm on election night to be counted. Please feel free to contact the Town Clerk’s office at 860-663-1765 x502 with any questions.
There is no more important time than now to make your voice heard!