Announcements

Killingworth’s Department of Public Works has scheduled street sweeping on town roads to begin on Monday, April 28, 2025.  Please be aware of and drive cautiously around sweeping vehicles on our roads.  Thank you!

Please click on the link below to review the Board of Finance Proposed Town Operating and Capital Budgets for fiscal year 2025-2026.  These budgets will be presented and discussed at the BOF Public Hearing scheduled for Monday, April 28, 2025, at 7 p.m. at KES.

2025-2026 BOF Proposed Budget

The Killingworth Registrars of Voters will test the new ballot tabulators for the May 6, 2025, RSD#17 School Budget Referendum on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 3 pm in Town Hall’s rear conference room.  This testing will be open to the public.

The UConn Extension located on Saybrook Road in Haddam is offering Middlesex County residents a well water test for the reduced cost of $200.  Participants can sign up online and a sample kit will be mailed to them, or can sign up at the collection event.  For specific details, please click on the brochure below.

UCONN Extension Water Testing

Contact:  Merecedes Ricciuti, Municipal Agent, 860-663-1765, ext. 217

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Every Spring there are two benefit programs available for income-qualified residents over 65 or disabled.  Maximum gross income is $45,505 for single residents and $55,100 for two.  Qualifying residents can choose between Homeowner’s Tax Relief or Renter’s Rebate, but not both.

Homeowner’s Tax Relief is administered by the Assessor, ext. 506, with proof of income.

Renter’s Rebate is administered by the Municipal Agent, ext. 217.  A one-time payment, it is based on income, rent, electric, fuel and water expenses.  A flyer listing the required documents is available at the Town Hall or by contacting the Municipal Agent.

The Town of Killingworth is accepting applications for the part-time position of Assessment Clerk.  The position requires about 19 hours of office work per week. Reports to the Assessor.   $23.76-24.04/hr.

Basic Functions

Position provides varied clerical, technical, and office administrative support to the Assessor.  Assists in Grand List preparation and performs various duties as delegated.  Assists in the administration of State and Local benefit programs.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Process property information related to real estate, personal property, and motor vehicle accounts.
• Prepare and enter information into assessment databases; review for accuracy.
• Assist the general public, residential and commercial property owners, lawyers, realtors, and title-searchers, responding to queries regarding the Grand List, assessments, state statutes, etc.
• Assist the public in filing for various tax credit and exemption programs.
• Assist in preparation and processing of real estate sales ratio information for State M-45 reporting.
• Assist in the maintenance of the Motor Vehicle Grand list, including prorates and removals.
• Assist in personal property discovery, correspondence, and processing of declarations.
• Prepare legal notices and mailings in accordance with CT General Statutes; update Town website notices and forms as needed.
• Communicate with software vendors, IT, and GIS vendor, as necessary.
• Provide administrative support to the Board of Assessment Appeals, as appropriate.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties, as assigned; other related duties, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment in the execution and completion of varied clerical and technical duties; accuracy in typing and recording data.
• Skilled in the use of a computer and Microsoft Office products as well as the ability to learn and adequately use industry-specific and specialized software.
• Ability to handle a large volume of telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
• General knowledge of the principles of governmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to acquire a working knowledge of the Assessor’s duties, general statutes, and regulations.
• Ability to create, update, and maintain accurate records and to ensure completion of work within established deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the general public and to handle sensitive, confidential matters with tact and courtesy.
• Ability to read survey maps and to acquire a working knowledge of Assessor’s maps and GIS system.
• Ability to understand and execute written and oral instructions.
• Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s or relevant Associate’s degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of experience in a municipal assessor’s office preferred, or responsible clerical bookkeeping experience or coursework in Bookkeeping or Accounting.
• Real estate or land records experience desirable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and standard office equipment.
• Demonstrated willingness to assist the public, compose routine correspondence, and work with town officials and staff members in a positive and professional manner.
• Experience with Computer-Aided Mass Appraisal (CAMA) and Quality Data Service (QDS) assessment software desirable.

Submit resume and letter of interest to Eric Couture, First Selectman, 323 Route 81, Killingworth, CT  06419 or by email to [email protected]

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.

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.

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:

www.urcommunitycares.org

5 Jamie Lane, Manchester, CT 06042

For help to sign up: 860 430-4557

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.

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.