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Westport Update

May 11, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

This week has been a good one in Westport. The rate of growth for confirmed COVID-19 cases continues to slow, and across the State, the number of hospitalizations continues to fall. The RTM passed the town and school budgets for fiscal year 2021, resulting in an overall increase of less than half of a percent. The town’s triple A rating from Moody’s has been reaffirmed. We are also pleased to announce that the town’s tax collections this fiscal year are on target and have not been significantly impacted by the virus. As a reminder, you have until May 22 to apply for a COVID-19 related tax deferment on your April installment payment. The state is working toward reopening much of…

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Westport News: Chimney Fire

May 10, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

2020-05-09@ 8:48pm--Westport firefighters were dispatched to a report of a chimney fire with fire coming from the roof at 8:28 PM Saturday evening. The initial dispatch was Engines 4, 2, 5 and 6, Truck 1 and the Shift Commander. Upon arrival, Engine 4 reported smoke coming from around the area near the top of the chimney. Units entered the house and searched for fire extension. The remaining fire in the fireplace was extinguished and the burnt material was removed from the home. Truck 1 operated from the aerial device and found that there was active fire in the void space around the flue pipe in a wood and stone veneer chimney. Additional firefighters checked each floor for fire while Truck…

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Westport News: Narcotics Charges

May 7, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

At approximately 2:00 am on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, an officer on routine patrol on Post Road East observed a vehicle commit several motor vehicle violations. A check of this vehicle’s registration additionally returned its status as suspended by the Connecticut DMV. A motor vehicle stop was initiated and the operator of the vehicle was identified as Owen Hines. In the course of speaking with Hines, he admitted to recently purchasing narcotics. Ultimately recovered from Hines’ person were a total of 44 wax folds of suspected heroin (weighing approximately 10 grams) that had been separated into multiple bundles. Also recovered was approximately 0.7 grams of suspected crack cocaine. Presumptive tests for both suspected narcotic substances indicated a positive result for…

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ReOpen Westport Advisory Team

May 5, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Westport, CT - First Selectman Jim Marpe today provided additional details on the establishment of the ReOpen Westport Advisory Team (Advisory Team). As previously stated, the purpose of the Advisory Team will be to advise the First Selectman on issues relating to the reopening of our local economy and community as we navigate the risks of COVID-19 for the foreseeable future. The members of the Advisory Team are as follows: Jennifer Tooker, Second Selectwoman – Chair John Bayers, Director of Human Resources & General Administration – Westport Public Schools Mark Cooper, Director – Westport Weston Health District Jen Fava, Parks and Recreation Director Sara Harris, Operations Director Chief Foti Koskinas – Westport Police Department Mary Young, Planning and Zoning Director Randy Herbertson, President – Westport Downtown…

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Westport News: Structure Fire

Apr 29, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

2020-4-29@10:04 AM--#Westport CT-- Westport firefighters were dispatched to a report of a fire at a residence on Marilane. The initial dispatch was four Engines, one Rescue Company and the Shift Commander. A mutual aid Ladder company was added en route. Westport PD arrived and advised all occupants were out of the house. Westport Engine 6 located a fire in a 1 st floor bedroom and used a 1 ¾’ handline to extinguish the fire. The Rescue Company completed a primary search and checked for fire extension. Additional arriving companies assisted with ventilation, utility control, salvage, and overhaul. The fire was confined to the room of origin. There were no injuries to firefighters or occupants. The Westport fire Marshal’s office was…

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I-95 Crash

Apr 28, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

2020-04-28@2:38pm--#Westport CT-- #cttraffic-- A crash on I-95 southbound near exit 18 is causing a backlog of traffic.

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Westport News: Transfer Station Changes

Apr 27, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Westport, CT – First Selectman Jim Marpe provided the following update and reminders today. As we are all aware, the Coronavirus crisis is ongoing. Public safety and the safety of town personnel is paramount. To that end, the following update related to the Transfer Station management will now be enforced. Further, it is imperative that we remain vigilant in our efforts to socially distance and insure we are using face masks when outside our homes. Transfer Station Traffic Management and Use of Face Masks Public Works Director Peter Ratkiewich announced today that new rules at the Westport Transfer station will go in effect on Saturday 4/25. In order to facilitate the Governor’s social distancing and mask directives, the following must be observed: Anyone and everyone using the Transfer Station will…

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Westport Police Cancels Covid Drone Program

Apr 23, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

(Westport, CT) - Police Chief Foti Koskinas announced today that, after careful consideration and in collaboration with First Selectman Jim Marpe, the Westport Police Department has chosen not to participate in the Draganfly drone “Flatten the Curve Pilot Program.” The Department’s recent announcement of its plan to partner and participate in a test of new drone technology has resulted in varied expressions of public concern and reservations. To those who have reached out directly to the police department, to the Selectman’s office or otherwise made public these questions or concerns, we sincerely thank you for your continued community engagement and seek to assure you that your voices have been heard. First Selectman Marpe said, “in our good faith…

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I-95 Rollover

Apr 15, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

2020-04-15@6:20pm--#Westport CT-- #cttraffic-- A rollover accident with injuries and extrication required on I-95 southbound near exit 17.

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I-95 Crash With Tractor Trailer

Apr 13, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

2002-04-13@9:11pm--#Westport CT-- #cttraffic-- Another crash involving a tractor-trailer with a ripped open fuel tank spilling onto the roadway near exit 17. I didn't catch the direction and it's not visible on the traffic cameras. This news report is made possible by:

Westport Update

Westport News: Chimney Fire

Westport News: Narcotics Charges

ReOpen Westport Advisory Team

Westport News: Structure Fire

I-95 Crash

Westport News: Transfer Station Changes

Westport Police Cancels Covid Drone Program

I-95 Rollover

I-95 Crash With Tractor Trailer

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