First Selectwoman Urges Greens Farms Residents to Attend Cell Tower Hearing
First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker is notifying the public that on August 9, 2022, the Connecticut Siting Council (CSC) will conduct an evidentiary hearing at 2:00 PM and a public comment hearing at 6:30 PM regarding Tarpon Towers/AT&T’s proposed cell tower at 92 Greens Farms Road in Westport. Details on the virtual hearings are attached and below.
First Selectwoman Tooker stated, “I urge neighbors of Greens Farms Road, and 92 Greens Farms Road in particular, to participate in the CSC hearing on August 9. I continue to have concerns about locating a public utility on residential lots such as 92 Greens Farms Road, and am urging officials to consider alternate sites. The August 9 public hearing will provide an opportunity for neighbors and the Westport community to communicate their opinions and provide additional comment on this issue.”
Note that those wishing to speak at the 6:30 PM hearing must sign up in advance with the CSC; others may provide written comment in advance. Instructions to do so are included in the Notice and as follows per the Siting Council:
The purpose of the hearing is to receive evidence on the applicants' assertions that the public need for the facility outweighs any adverse environmental effects from the construction, operation, and maintenance of the facility. The 2:00 p.m. evidentiary session will provide the applicant, parties and intervenors an opportunity to cross-examine positions. No public comments will be received during the 2:00 p.m. evidentiary session. The 6:30 p.m. public comment session is reserved for the public to make statements into the record. Public statements are limited to 3 minutes. During the 6:30 p.m. public comment session, the applicants will present an overview of the proposed facility.
Attendees can join by clicking (or entering) the following link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87168810392?pwd=YrnFPblBrSnpNUEtXTUOzTjZpbHFKOT09
from a computer, smartphone, or tablet. Meeting ID: 871 6881 0392 and Passcode: 3ktfnw No prior software download is required. For audio-only participation, attendees can join by dialing in at 1(929) 205-6099 (not toll free) and then enter the Meeting ID: 871 6881 0392 Passcode: 406721 from a telephone.
Interested persons may join any session to listen but must sign-up in advance to speak during the 6:30 p.m. public comment session.
To participate in the 6:30 p.m. public comment session by computer, smartphone or tablet, please send an email to siting.council@ct.gov with your name, email address and mailing address by August 8, 2022. To participate in the 6:30 p.m. public comment session by telephone, please leave a voicemail message at 860-827-2935 with your name, telephone number, and mailing address by August 8, 2022. Public comments may also be submitted to the Council by electronic mail or by regular mail.
Mihali & Twiddle Pack the Levitt Pavilion Once Again On Saturday
Twiddle frontman Mihali Savoulidis dazzles with one of his many guitar shreds
The second day of the Levitt Pavilion's Two-Day Festival Event once again saw the venue filled to capacity with concert goers, many of whom were in attendance on Friday as well. A special acoustic performance by headliners Twiddle for VIP ticket holders started the day. Dwight & Nicole opened the show at the four o'clock hour followed by Eggy.
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Fans who saw the amazing show on Friday by headliners Twiddle who were expecting to be wowed once more on Saturday were not disappointed. The band's frontman Mihali Savoulidis again hit it out of the park with blistering guitar work and soulful vocals as they played the many tracks their fans knew very well. The fact that they have had over 100 million streams is testament to their power with their fans, both old and young, Early followers who saw Twiddle in 2013 at the famed Gathering Of The Vibes in Bridgeport where they played on the smaller satellite stage have grown tremendously in Connecticut and beyond over the years. Near the beginning of their first set Savoulidis played what has become known as his "Layla Tease" where he blends Eric Clapton's famous mega hit into one of his flowing jams with a level of skill Clapton himself might appreciate.
For those who were not fortunate enough to see this phenomenal band at the Levitt Pavilion, check out this Youtube video to see the kind of concert where exceptional musicianship is enhanced with a light show including LED panels and a laser display that creates an ultimate concert experience. Check out Twiddle on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGa0ln8J8to and you will no doubt look anxiously to see them on The Levitt Pavilion calendar sooner rather than later.
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Morning Weather Report
Today
Showers likely, mainly before 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. East wind 6 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. Light and variable wind.
Tomorrow
A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Southwest wind 6 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
Tomorrow Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 68. North wind 3 to 5 mph.
High Tides
1:56 AM / 2:21 PM
Low Tides
8:17 AM / 8:36 PM
Good Day for a Good Humor
A vintage Good Humor ice cream truck remained along Soundview Drive as passersby young and younger stopped to peruse the classic collection of frozen treats. The Good Humor company began to deliver ice cream in converted Model T Fords in the late 1920s, according to the Company, and continued to innovate up until they began to use the Ford F-100 series trucks that we can still see today - most popular due to their being sold-off in the 1970s. The Good Humor Man, and in this case: woman - rang their bells on many of the Westport community’s hottest days along the waterfront for decades. Today was no exception. WestportLocal.com photo
Umbrella Sundays
With another hot, sunny weekend on the books - the sand was covered by umbrellas today as Compo Beach was filled with beachgoers. WestportLocal.com photo
Bringing the Board to the Beach: A Classic Compo Scene
A 1960s Ford Galaxie 500 convertible sat atop the sand with a board sticking out from it’s cabin, a timeless scene as many flocked to the shoreline today in whatever vehicle could afford them the most air flow - or in this case - the best headroom. WestportLocal.com photo
Morning Weather Report
Today
Sunny, with a high near 87. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight
Isolated showers after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. South wind around 6 mph becoming light and variable in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tomorrow
Scattered showers, mainly between 8am and 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 5 to 8 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tomorrow Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. Southwest wind 3 to 6 mph.
High Tides
1:19 AM / 1:44 PM
Low Tides
7:41 AM / 7:56 PM
Goodnight Moon
A crescent moon rises over the Saugatuck River as evening falls over Westport. Photo by Nancy Lally for WestportLocal.com
Lynda Crawford Abshire, 82, Died; Gifted Musician, Westporter
Lynda Crawford Abshire passed away in Westport, CT on Wednesday July 20, 2022 after a long struggle with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. Lynda was born in Pecos, TX on March 5, 1940, and was the only child of Jo and Vernon Crawford.
A sensitive and gifted musician, Lynda graduated from the University of North Texas in 1962, majoring in Music. She went on to earn two masters degrees in arts-related disciplines.
In addition to keyboards, Lynda was also an accomplished recorder player and classical singer, specializing in baroque recorder and chamber choral music. While living in Atlanta, Lynda sang with Robert Shaw's Atlanta Symphony Chorus. After moving to Westport, CT from Albuquerque, New Mexico in 2009, Lynda joined the Southern Connecticut Camerata, with whom she sang in many public concerts. She also performed frequently in the Connecticut area with the Dolce Ensemble.
Lynda also enjoyed performing as an actor with community musical theater groups. In 2012, she performed the role of Joanne in the Stephen Sondheim musical "Company" with the Westport Community Theater, which Lynda described as, "The role of a lifetime."
Lynda was a lifelong Democrat and the longstanding companion of Sandra Wagenfeld of Westport, CT. Lynda is survived by her sons Gary Vern Abshire and Michael Krystian Abshire, as well as by her former husband, Robert Abshire, all of Fort Worth, Texas. Lynda specifically wished to express her deep gratitude to Wendy Awa, David Lassow, Martha Scales, and Valerie Wagenfeld for the devoted care they have given her during her illness.
Saturday Sunset along Compo Beach Road
Tonight’s sunset was marked by orange skies and the silhouettes of the egrets patiently waiting in the shallows. Photo by Nancy Lally for Westportlocal.com.