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NEW YEAR’S DAY EVENT FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

New Haven – Mayor Toni N. Harp and nearly three dozen other elected officials will be sworn in Monday, January 1, 2018 at the city’s biennial inauguration ceremony. The traditional New Year’s Day event is scheduled to begin at noon – free and open to the public – with no ticket or invitation required.

The mayoral inauguration and other oaths of office will take place at New Haven’s Hill Regional Career High School, 140 Legion Avenue in New Haven (http://schools.nhps.net/career/directions.html).

Other elected officials and dignitaries from across the state are expected to attend and some will speak at the event; local radio personality Michelle Turner will serve as Mistress of Ceremonies.

• Who: Mayor Toni N. Harp, the City/Town Clerk, members of the New Haven Board of Alders, a new Judge of Probate, and one member of the New Haven Board of Education.

• What: Inauguration and swearing-in ceremony.

• When: Monday, January 1, 2018 at 12:00 noon.

• Where: Hill Regional Career High School, 140 Legion Avenue, New Haven.

• Why: To formally begin Mayor Harp’s third term in office and a new term for elected officials throughout New Haven city government. 

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28 December, 2017 – PERSON SHOT

At 7:19 PM, Police and EMTs were dispatched to a reported person shot in the area of Poplar and Clay Streets.

The victim, nineteen year old Joshua Santiago, of Hamden, CT, was shot twice – possibly during a robbery attempt, on the three-hundred block of Poplar Street. Santiago was rushed to Yale New Haven Hospital, where he is in serious but stable condition.

No description of his assailant(s) is available, thus far. The perp(s) fled on foot. Detectives from the NHPD Major Crimes Division remain at the scene searching for witnesses and collecting evidence.

Detectives are asking for the public’s help. Anyone who witnessed this shooting or who may have information valuable to investigators, is urged to phone detectives at 203-946-6304.

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New Haven – Officials with the city’s Department of Parks, Recreation, and Trees have invited sports leaders citywide to an annual meeting at which scheduling is discussed and field permits issued. This year’s meeting will be held on Monday, January 8, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at Edgewood Park’s Coogan Pavilion – 776 Whalley Avenue.

In the event of snow, the meeting will be postponed 24 hours.

Sports leaders are advised that permits will not be given out unless a representative from each organization attends this meeting. Officials said organizations that were not recipients of a 2017 sports grant must complete a fee waiver application before a permit can be issued. 

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Coogan Pavillon is on the corner of Whalley Avenue and Fitch Street; its driveway is located across from Fitch Street leading into the park. The meeting will be in the building in front of the skate park.

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(NEW HAVEN)--Due to the National Weather Service forecast for extremely low temperatures beginning Wednesday and continuing throughout the region for the next several days, the City of New Haven will activate “warming centers” startingtomorrow to provide relief from the cold. Other city shelters will have overnight availability, including activation of increased overflow protocol and extended hours. The City’s website (www.newhavenct.gov) has details about these facilities and any additional updates.

Those who attend a warming location are advised to bring lunch or snacks as no food will be served at these sites.

The City of New Haven Community Services Administration has further provided additional shelter occupancy during extremely cold weather. Shelter availability and information can be provided by calling the Emergency Operations Center at203-946-8221 or 211.

The following locations will serve as “warming centers” for the general public:

• New Haven Free Public Library Main Building is located at 133 Elm Street

            Mon 10-8 | Tue 10-8 | Wed 10-8 | Thu 10-8 | Fri 10-5 | Sat 10-5 | Sun Closed

• Fair Haven Branch Library is located at 182 Grand Avenue

            Mon 10-6 | Tue 10-6 | Wed 12-6 | Thu 12-8 | Fri Closed | Sat 10-5 | Sun Closed

• Mitchell Branch Library is located at 37 Harrison Street

Mon 12-8 | Tue 12-6 | Wed 10-6 | Thu 10-6 | Fri Closed | Sat 10-5 | Sun Closed

• Stetson Branch Library is located at 200 Dixwell Avenue

            Mon 10-6 | Tue 10-6 | Wed 12-8 | Thu 12-6 | Fri Closed | Sat 10-5 | Sun Closed

• Courtland Seymour Wilson Branch Library is located at 303 Washington Avenue 

            Mon 12-6 | Tue 12-8 | Wed 10-6 | Thu 10-6 | Fri Closed | Sat 10-5 | Sun Closed

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(NEW HAVEN) — The following is Educational Information and Tips from the New Haven Health Department Regarding the Health Risks of Extreme Cold

Being exposed to cold temperatures for a long period of time can lead to serious health problems. The most common cold weather illnesses are frostbite and hypothermia.

Frostbite

Frostbite is an injury to the body that is caused by freezing. Frostbite causes a loss of feeling and color in affected areas. It most often affects the nose, ears, cheeks, chin, fingers, or toes. Frostbite can permanently damage the body, and severe cases can lead to amputation. The risk of frostbite is increased in people with reduced blood circulation and among people who are not dressed properly for extremely cold temperatures.

Signs of frostbite:

• A white or grayish-yellow skin area
• Skin that unusually feels firm
• Numbness

What to do:

• Get into a warm room as soon as possible.
• Unless absolutely necessary, do not walk on frostbitten feet or toes—this increases the damage.
• Immerse the affected area in warm—not hot—water (the temperature should be comfortable to the touch for unaffected parts of the body).
• Or, warm the affected area using body heat. For example, the heat of an armpit can be used to warm frostbitten fingers.
• Do not rub the frostbitten area with snow or massage it at all. This can cause more damage.
• Don’t use a heating pad, heat lamp, or the heat of a stove, fireplace, or radiator for warming.
• Affected areas are numb and can be easily burned.
• Seek medical treatment.

Hypothermia

Hypothermia is more serious than frostbite. When exposed to cold temperatures, your body begins to lose heat faster than it can be produced. Prolonged exposure to cold will eventually use up your body’s stored energy. The result is hypothermia, or abnormally low body temperature. Body temperature that is too low affects the brain, making the victim unable to think clearly or move well. This makes hypothermia particularly dangerous because a person may not know it is happening and won’t be able to do anything about it.

Hypothermia is most likely at very cold temperatures, but it can occur even at cool temperatures (above 40°F) if a person becomes chilled from rain, sweat, or submersion in cold water. Victims of hypothermia are often (1) elderly people with inadequate food, clothing, or heating; (2) babies sleeping in cold bedrooms; (3) people who remain outdoors for long periods—the homeless, hikers, hunters, etc.; and (4) people who drink alcohol or use illicit drugs.

Signs of hypothermia in Adults:

• Shivering, exhaustion
• Confusion, fumbling hands
• Memory loss, slurred speech
• Drowsiness

Signs of Hypothermia in Infants:

• Bright red, cold skin
• Very low energy

What to do:

If you notice any of these signs, take the person’s temperature. If it is below 95°, the situation is an emergency—get medical attention immediately.

If medical care is not available, begin warming the person, as follows:

• Get the victim into a warm room or shelter.
• If the victim has on any wet clothing, remove it.
• Warm the center of the body first—chest, neck, head, and groin—using an electric blanket, if available. Or use skin-to-skin contact under loose, dry layers of blankets, clothing, towels, or sheets.
• Warm beverages can help increase the body temperature, but do not give alcoholic beverages. Do not try to give beverages to an unconscious person.
• After body temperature has increased, keep the person dry and wrapped in a warm blanket, including the head and neck.
• Get medical attention as soon as possible.

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The superstar players of Paris Saint-Germain ended 2017 with a stunning world first – a game on a floating football pitch during the club’s Qatar Winter Tour 2017 this week. The friendly game saw players including Neymar Jr, Kylian Mbappe, Edinson Cavani and Thiago Silva, playing atop the pitch on the stunning waters of the Arabian Gulf against the dramatic backdrop of Doha’s glittering skyline.
 
The event concluded the team’s time in Qatar as part of its traditional mid-season Qatar Winter Tour.
 
In addition to recording a world’s first, the team also met with thousands of Qatari football fans and indulged in cultural activities organised by the Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA). The team’s packed itinerary included a trip to the magnificent Qatari sand dunes of the Inland Sea for players Adrien Rabiot, Layvin Kurzawa and Marco Verratti, and a taste of Arabian hospitality at a traditional campsite.

 
Back in Doha, Julian Draxler, Thomas Meunier and Presnel Kimpembe learned about Qatar’s culture and history with a visit to the Msheireb Museums, while Dani Alves, Thiago Motta and Kevin Trapp were treated to a traditional Qatari meal on the rooftop of the Shangri-La Hotel, where they had a stunning view of the iconic Doha Corniche.
 
Rashed Al Qurese, Chief Marketing and Promotion Officer at QTA commented, “We are delighted to have once again hosted the Paris Saint-Germain squad in Qatar to explore and enjoy what our country has to offer, from state-of-the art sport facilities to authentic tourist experiences.” He continued, “We are particularly excited to have the team spread Qatar’s message of welcome to the world, following the country’s announcement of visa-free entry to 80 nationalities.” 
 
To connect with their fans – young and old - several players took part in a public signing session as well as a training clinic led by coach Unai Emery. In addition, Paris Saint-Germain FIFA Qatari player Aameghessib and France’s Mannika took part in an esports tournament showcasing top Qatari talent, before taking on several Paris Saint-Germain football players.
 
Since 2012, QTA and Paris Saint-Germain have worked on a strategic partnership to promote Qatar’s sport and leisure tourism offerings.  QTA has hosted several tours for Paris Saint-Germain teams, including the Qatar Handball Tour 2014 and the Qatar Ladies Tour 2015 and the Qatar Winter Tours in 2013 and 2015.
 

22 December, 2017 – PERSON SHOT

At 4:23 AM, Officers were dispatched to reported gunfire in the Ferry Street and Chamber Street area. While en route, dispatchers updated responding officers there was a person shot. The victim was located on the front porch of 222 Ferry Street.

The victim, twenty-two year old Cinque Yrial Preston, of New Haven, had a gunshot wound to his left forearm. He was taken to the hospital for treatment of his non-life threatening wound.

Preston would only say he’d been with two others on the porch when they were confronted by a group of three black men. They fired at Preston and his acquaintances and struck Preston. The house was damaged by bullets.

21 December, 2017 – PERSON SHOT

At 8:48 PM, Police and EMTs responded to the area in front of 34 Greenwood Street after calls to 911 and a ShotSpotter® activation reported a person shot and gunfire at that location.

Officers located the victim, fifty-five year old Awilda Cirino, of New Haven, suffering from gunshot wounds to the chest and leg. She was rushed to Yale New Haven Hospital for treatment.

There is no description of any suspect or suspect vehicle at this time although investigators believe the shooter fled on foot. Detectives collected evidence from the scene.

UPDATE (22 December, 2017 @ 2:18 PM): The victim remains hospitalized in critical – but stable condition.

Police are asking for the public’s help. Anyone who witnessed either of these crime or has information valuable to investigators, is urged to phone detectives at 203-946-6304. Calls may be made anonymously.

All meetings with an (*) indicate a public meeting

Monday, December 25th, 2017

City Hall Closed, No Meetings Scheduled

Tuesday, December  26th, 2017

*Black & Hispanic Caucus Kwanzaa, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, 5:30 p.m.

(203) 946-6483

*New Haven Redevelopment Agency, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 3 5:30 p.m., (203) 946-5761

Wednesday, December 27th, 2017

Project Fresh Start, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 1, 3:30 p.m.

(203) 946-7821

*GNH Toastmasters, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 1, 6:30 p.m.

(203) 848-7039

GNH Young Democrats, New Haven City Hall, 200 Orange Street, Ground Floor Hearing Room, 7:00 p.m.

(475) 655-3064.

Thursday, December 28th, 2017

Project Youth Court, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting room 3, 11:00 a.m.

(203) 843-1713

CEO, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 3, 6:00 p.m., (203) 946-7727

Friday, December 29th, 2017

No Meetings Scheduled

Monday, January 1st, 2018

City Hall Closed, No Meetings Scheduled

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DUI CHECKPOINT ANNOUNCEMENT

The New Haven Police Department will conduct a DUI Checkpoint on Elm Street at Temple Street. The checkpoint commences at 7:00 PM on Friday, 22 December and concludes at 3:00 AM on Saturday, 23 December, 2017

All meetings with an (*) indicate a public meeting

Monday, December 11th, 2017

*Fair Rent Commission, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 1, 5:45 p.m.

(203) 946-8157

*Board of Alders, Finance Committee, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium

Aldermanic Chamber, 6:00 p.m., (203) 946-6045

*Elm City Cycling, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 3, 6:00 p.m.

*NH Bicycle Club, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 2, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 12th, 2017

New Haven Development Commission, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium,

Meeting Room 3, 8:00 a.m., (203) 946-5761

Commission on Human rights and Opportunities, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 3, 9:30 a.m., (203) 541-4703

Labor Relations, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 1, 9:30 a.m.

(203) 946-7151

*Board of Alders, City Services & Environmental Policy Committee, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street 2nd Floor Atrium, Aldermanic Chamber, 6:00 p.m., (203) 946-7288

*Youth Commission, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 3, 6:00 p.m.

(203) 946-8583

Wednesday, December 13th, 2017

Project Fresh Start, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 1, 11:00 a.m.

(203) 946-6572

Project Fresh Start, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 1, 3:30 p.m.

(203) 946-7821

*Black & Hispanic Caucus, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 3

6:00 p.m., (203) 946-8371

*GNH Toastmasters, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 1, 6:30 p.m.

(203) 848-7039

*Historic District Commission, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 2

7:00 p.m. (203) 946-8237

Thursday, December 14th, 2017

GNH Domestic Violence Task Force, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium,

Meeting Rooms 1 & 2, 8:00 a.m., (203) 773-6743

Labor Relations, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 1, 10:00 a.m.

(203) 946-7151

Project Fresh Start, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 1, 11:00 a.m.

(203) 946-6572

*Citywide School Building & Stewardship, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium

Meeting Room 1, 4:30 p.m., (203) 946-8420

*Homeless Advisory Commission, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 3

5:00 p.m., (203) 946-6133

*Board of Alders, Legislation Committee, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium

Aldermanic Chamber, 6:00 p.m., (203) 946-7288

Friday, December 15th, 2017

No Meetings Scheduled

Monday, December 18th, 2017

*Board of Alders, Democratic Caucus, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium,

Meeting Room 3, 5:45 p.m.; Public Information, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Meeting Room 1, 6:30 p.m.; Full Board Meeting, New Haven City Hall, 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor Atrium, Aldermanic Chamber, 7:00 p.m. (203) 946-6483