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East Haddam is a community built on shared values—honesty, hard work, and looking out for our neighbors. But recent national events demand our attention because their implications reach far beyond Washington. What’s happening at the intersection of politics and Big Tech isn’t just concerning; it’s a warning sign. For years, tech leaders like Elon Musk,…
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Israel has an undeniable right to exist and defend itself, as does any nation. However, its government’s actions in Gaza, the West Bank, and beyond must be held to the same standards of accountability that we demand from any governing body. As humans, we owe it to ourselves and future generations to ensure the facts…
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As of now, the town has plowed our road. While the delay was frustrating and concerning, I want to acknowledge that Irene Haines ultimately fulfilled her promise. For that, I extend an apology for any premature statements about her not following through. However, the delay in plowing still raises valid concerns about timeliness and reliability.…
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The Numbers Don’t Lie Here’s what happened in the November 2023 municipal election: • Population: 9,200 • Registered Voters: 6,650 (96% of eligible voters—great job on registering!) • Voter Turnout: 3,203 (48% of registered voters) • Votes for the Winning Candidate: 1,651 Think about that for a second: only 1,651 people decided who would lead the town.…
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Moodus and East Haddam are known for their scenic beauty and vibrant lake communities. But hidden in our property records is a troubling legacy: racially restrictive covenants. These clauses, while unenforceable and unconstitutional today, were once used to bar people of non-Caucasian descent from owning or living in certain homes. This is more than just…
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Health insurance in the U.S. is utter bullsh*t. Let’s just say it. It’s a system designed not to help people but to make as much money as possible. If you’ve ever had to argue with your insurance company over a denied claim or wondered why a life-saving drug costs the same as a used car,…
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1. Meeting Logistics: • Meeting called to order with a review of previous meeting minutes (from November). • Acknowledgment of the 2025 meeting schedule filed in November. 2. Root Trust Updates: • Basin Hill and other small cemeteries have received payouts from the Root Trust. • The trust was dissolved, ending annual annuities, and the…
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okay we’re going call this um East town of East Adam Cemetery committeemeeting um for noum today 6 January 16 2025 toorder boy we have to go back to minutes all the way back to November yes we didn’t eight in December ahokay so we need to cheack on thoseminutes make a motion to adopt…
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The recent revelations about East Haddam’s abrupt decision to halt services for private roads expose a shocking betrayal of trust by town leadership—specifically, by First Selectman Irene Haines. The lack of transparency and blatant disregard for ethical governance demands our attention and accountability. A Vile Betrayal of Trust The residents of East Haddam, including myself,…
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The East Haddam Board of Selectmen meeting on January 15, 2025, tackled several issues important to the community. However, some moments of the discussion, particularly regarding private roads, raised concerns about the Board’s approach to transparency, accountability, and resident relations. 1. Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Devices (ATESD) Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Devices are typically employed…