11/04 - 6:00 PM: First Selectman Herbst's Storm Update:
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst with an update for Sunday, November 4th.
As of noon today, the state of emergency and parking ban was lifted for selected areas of Town.
As of this hour, only 7.54% of Trumbull is without power. There are currently 253 events remaining, which affects 1,043 customers. UI’s priority is to restore power to larger areas that affect more households and then address individual outages.
Residents should call UI if the service wire connection to their home has been damaged or severed. Residents should contact a licensed electrician to inspect and make repairs to their electrical system if they believe a problem exists.
The Town will commence a town wide pickup of storm related brush and debris. Brush should be cut into lengths of no more than 4 feet long and 6 inches wide and placed at curbside. There is no need to call to make an appointment for debris pickup.
The Senior Center located at 23 Priscilla Place and Westfield Trumbull Mall are available as heating and charging stations. The Trumbull Library located at 33 Quality Street will also be available on Monday, November 5.
All polling locations will be open on Election Day, Tuesday, November 6th from 6AM to 8PM. Please visit the Town website for more details or to find your polling location.
Trumbull Public Schools will be open Monday, November 5th.
Do not use any Town or State parks with heavily wooded areas due to weakened trees and overhead branches that may fall.
Please check the town website, trumbullct.qscend.com for further updates and information and also like our page at Facebook.com/townoftrumbull and follow us on Twitter @townoftrumbull.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. Thank you.
11/04 - 12:00 PM: First Selectman Herbst's Call to Residents:
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst with an update for Sunday, November 4th.
As of noon today, the state of emergency and parking ban have been lifted for selected areas of Town.
As of this hour, only 14% of Trumbull is without power. UI expects power to be restored to a significant number of homes by the end of the day today. As of today, all main primary roads in town are open and most secondary roads have been cleared.
The United Illuminating Company continues to re-energize power lines and test sections of the electrical grid in Town. DO NOT go near power lines, touch power lines, or perform any tree work around power lines as the lines could be energized and kill you.
As UI continues to restore power, residents should call UI if the service wire connection to their home has been damaged or severed. Residents should contact a licensed electrician to inspect and make repairs to their electrical system if they believe a problem exists.
The Town will commence a town wide pickup of storm related brush and debris. Brush should be cut into lengths of no more than 4 feet long and 6 inches wide and placed at curbside. There is no need to call to make an appointment for debris pickup.
The Town Shelter is open at the Trumbull Senior Center located at 23 Priscilla Place. Please call (203) 452-5199 for more information. The Town shelter and the Westfield Trumbull Mall are available as charging stations.
All polling locations will be open on Election Day, Tuesday, November 6th from 6AM to 8PM. Please visit the Town website for more details or to find your polling location.
Trumbull Public Schools will be open Monday, November 5th.
Do not use any Town or State parks with heavily wooded areas due to weakened trees and overhead branches that may fall.
Please check the town website, trumbullct.qscend.com for further updates and information and also like our page at Facebook.com/townoftrumbull and follow us on Twitter @townoftrumbull.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. Thank you for listening.
11/03 - 6:30 PM: First Selectman Herbst's Call to Residents:
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst with a road and power update for Saturday, November 3rd.
As of this hour, only 16% of Trumbull is without power. UI expects power to be restored to a significant number of homes by the end of the day today. As of today, all main primary roads in town are open and most secondary roads have been cleared.
The United Illuminating Company continues to re-energize power lines and test sections of the electrical grid in Town. DO NOT go near power lines, touch power lines, or perform any tree work around power lines as the lines could be energized and kill you.
As UI continues to restore power, residents should call UI if the service wire connection to their home has been damaged or severed. Residents should contact a licensed electrician to inspect and make repairs to their electrical system if they believe a problem exists.
Please DO NOT call 9-1-1 to report power losses. Please report any power losses to the United Illuminating Company at 1-800-722-5584. In the event of a downed power line or other emergency, please dial 9-1-1.
Generators and gas grills need to be run in open air with proper ventilation. DO NOT run a generator or gas grille indoors as carbon monoxide gas can kill you in minutes.
The state of emergency and parking ban will remain in effect until noon tomorrow.
The Town will commence a town wide pickup of storm related brush and debris. Brush should be cut into lengths of no more than 4 feet long and 6 inches wide and placed at curbside. There is no need to call to make an appointment for debris pickup.
The Town Shelter is open at the Trumbull Senior Center located at 23 Priscilla Place. Please call (203) 452-5199 for more information. The Town shelter and the Westfield Trumbull Mall are available as charging stations.
All polling locations will be open on Election Day, Tuesday, November 6th from 6AM to 8PM. Please visit the Town website for more details or to find your polling location.
Trumbull Public Schools will be open Monday, November 5th.
Do not use any Town or State parks with heavily wooded areas due to weakened trees and overhead branches that may fall.
The Governor has extended the property tax deadline for Connecticut residents who pay property taxes on a quarterly basis from October 31, 2012 to November 15, 2012.
Please check the town website, trumbullct.qscend.com for further updates and information and also follow us at Facebook.com/townoftrumbull and Twitter feed @townoftrumbull.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. Thank you for listening.
11/02 - 7:30 PM: First Selectman Herbst's Call to Residents:
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst with an update for Friday, November 2nd.
UI expects power to be restored to a significant number of homes by the end of the day today. We continue to work closely with UI and the National Guard in order to ensure roadways are cleared and safe to allow power restoration efforts to proceed as quickly and expediently as possible. As of today, all main primary roads in town are open and teams are working to clear all secondary roads.
The United Illuminating Company continues to re-energize power lines and test sections of the electrical grid in Town. DO NOT go near power lines, touch power lines, or perform any tree work around power lines as the lines could be energized and kill you.
Please DO NOT call 9-1-1 to report power losses. Please report any power losses to the United Illuminating Company at 1-800-722-5584. In the event of a downed power line or other emergency, please dial 9-1-1.
Generators and gas grills need to be run in open air with proper ventilation. DO NOT run a generator or gas grille indoors as carbon monoxide gas can kill you in minutes.
The state of emergency and parking ban will remain in effect until further notice.
The Town will commence a town wide pickup of storm related brush and debris. Brush should be cut into lengths of no more than 4 feet long and 6 inches wide and placed at curbside. There is no need to call to make an appointment for debris pickup. The town’s hazardous waste disposal at Indian Ledge Park will remain scheduled for tomorrow Saturday, October 3rd from 9AM to 2 PM. Visit the town website for additional details.
The Town Shelter is open at the Trumbull Senior Center located at 23 Priscilla Place. Please call (203) 452-5199 for more information. The Town shelter and the Westfield Trumbull Mall are available as charging stations.
Shower facilities will be open and available to residents at the following locations: LA Fitness, Tennis Club of Trumbull, and Hillcrest Middle School. For a full schedule, please visit the town website.
S.A.T. testing will be postponed until Saturday, November 17th.
Town Hall will be open on Saturday, November 3rd from 9AM to 12PM for absentee ballots.
The Governor has extended the property tax deadline for Connecticut residents who pay property taxes on a quarterly basis from October 31, 2012 to November 15, 2012.
Please check the town website, trumbullct.qscend.com for further updates and information and also follow us at Facebook.com/townoftrumbull and Twitter feed @townoftrumbull.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. Thank you for listening.
11/02 - 3:00 PM: Public Safety Update
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst with an important public safety update.
I realize that residents are frustrated and there is a perception that service is slow to respond to their needs. Be assured that Town, UI, and National Guard crews are working to ensure road ways are cleared and safe to allow power restoration to proceed as quickly and expediently as possible.
Residents may feel the need to take on responsibilities that are beyond their capabilities to repair their homes and property. Please think about the tasks you need to accomplish, especially tree removal and working from elevated areas. A mistake or a fall could result in sustaining an injury that could cause injury or death! Do not take on a task better left to a professional.
While residents may need to rely on a professional contractor, it is important for residents to be aware of scams that follow events such as this.
People may knock on your door offering to clear away fallen tree branches, cut up downed trees, or repair damage to your home.
The following is a list of helpful tips to guide you through your recovery process:
- Do not give out personal information to anyone knocking on your door.
- Never offer money up front for services. Wait until the job is completed or you may never see your money or the worker again.
- Home improvement contractors must be registered with the State and offer a contract with a three day right of cancellation. Ask for copies of their insurance and registration paperwork.
- Tree cutters do not need a license but you should only hire a reputable company, especially one that carries insurance on its workers.
- Get at least three estimates on the work needed.
- Alarms: Only deal with a clearly identified employee of your alarm company if you are experiencing problems.
- Be mindful of charity scams.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. I will be back in touch later this evening with an additional update.
11/01 - 7:30 PM: First Selectman Herbst's Reverse 911 Call to Residents:
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst with an update for Thursday, November 1st.
We continue to work closely with UI and the National Guard in order to ensure roadways are cleared and safe to allow power restoration efforts to proceed as quickly and expediently as possible. As of tonight, only one main thoroughfare in town remains blocked and teams are working to clear side roads.
The United Illuminating Company is re-energizing power lines and testing sections of the electrical grid in Town. DO NOT go near power lines, touch power lines, or perform any tree work around power lines as the lines could be energized and kill you.
Please DO NOT call 9-1-1 to report power losses. Please report any power losses to the United Illuminating Company at 1-800-722-5584. In the event of a downed power line or other emergency, please dial 9-1-1.
The Town will immediately commence a town-wide pickup of storm related brush and debris. Brush should be cut into lengths of no more than 4 feet long and 6 inches in diameter and placed at curbside. There is no need to call to make an appointment for debris pickup. The town’s hazardous waste disposal at Indian Ledge Park will remain scheduled for this Saturday from 9AM to 2 PM. Visit the town website for additional details.
The state of emergency and parking ban will remain in effect until further notice.
The Town Shelter is open at the Trumbull Senior Center located at 23 Priscilla Place. Please call (203) 452-5199 for more information.
Shower facilities will be open and available to residents at the following locations: LA Fitness, Tennis Club of Trumbull, and Hillcrest Middle School. For a full schedule, please visit the town website.
Ice will be available for pick by residents, with medical need only, at the Hillcrest Middle School parking lot tomorrow (11/2) beginning at 8:00 AM until supplies are depleted.
Due to continued concern for public safety, Halloween Trick or Treating has been postponed by the Trumbull Police Department until Sunday, November 4th.
All Trumbull Public and Parochial Schools will be closed Friday, November 2nd. S.A.T. testing will be postponed until Saturday, November 17th.
Town Hall will be open on Friday, November 2.
The Governor has extended the property tax deadline for Connecticut residents who pay property taxes on a quarterly basis from October 31, 2012 to November 15, 2012.
Please check the town website at trumbullct.qscend.com for further updates and information and also follow us at Facebook.com/townoftrumbull and Twitter feed @townoftrumbull.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. Thank you for listening.
11/01 - 1:15 PM:
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. The United Illuminating Company is re-energizing power lines and testing sections of the electrical grid in Town.
DO NOT go near power lines, touch power lines, or perform any tree work around power lines as the lines could be energized and kill you.
I repeat, please stay clear of all power lines in Town.
Please DO NOT call 9-1-1 to report power losses. Please report any power losses to the United Illuminating Company at 1-800-722-5584. In the event of a downed power line or other emergency, please dial 9-1-1.
Please check the town website, trumbullct.qscend.com for further updates and information and also follow us at Facebook.com/townoftrumbull and Twitter feed @townoftrumbull.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. Thank you for listening.
11/01 - 10:00 AM:
The Town will commence a Town wide pick up of storm related brush and debris. Brush should be cut into 4 foot lengths and should be no more than 4 feet in diameter.
This effort will be conducted in all parts of Town beginning immediately. Please try to have your debris curbside as soon as possible.
The Town's Hazardous Waste disposal at Indian Ledge Park will remain scheduled for this Saturday.
10/31 - 6:30 PM: First Selectman Herbst's Reverse 911 Call to Residents:
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst calling from the emergency operations center. As of this evening, major roads in Town remain blocked. Trumbull Police have set up detours and Town and UI crews continue to work to open roadways in Town.
I spoke to a Vice President from UI earlier this evening who advises me that additional crews will be sent to Trumbull tomorrow as well as an additional unit from the National Guard.
Please DO NOT call 9-1-1 to report power losses. Please report any power losses to the United Illuminating Company at 1-800-722-5584. In the event of a downed power line or other emergency, please dial 9-1-1.
The state of emergency and parking ban will remain in effect until further notice.
I would like to remind all residents that generators and gas grills need to be run in open air with proper ventilation. DO NOT run a generator or gas grille indoors as carbon monoxide gas can kill you in minutes.
The Town Shelter is open at the Trumbull Senior Center located at 23 Priscilla Place. Please call (203) 452-5199 for more information.
Shower facilities will be open and available to residents from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. through Friday, November 2nd at Hillcrest Middle School located at 530 Daniels Farm Road.
The Health Director has warned residents not to eat at food establishments that do not have full power. They are open illegally. The food is not under proper refrigeration and is hazardous to your health even if cooked to a high temperature.
All Trumbull Public and Parochial Schools will be closed on Thursday, November 1st and Friday, November 2nd.
Town Hall will be open for voter registration and absentee ballots only from 9 AM to 8 PM, Thursday November 1st. Any resident who needs to pay their taxes should mail a check payable to the Trumbull Tax Collector at 5866 Main Street, Trumbull, CT 06611, postmarked by November 1, 2012. The State of Connecticut is considering an extension of the tax filing deadline.
Do not use any Town or State parks with heavily wooded areas due to weakened trees and overhead branches that may fall.
Please check the town website, trumbullct.qscend.com for further updates and information and also follow us at Facebook.com/townoftrumbull and Twitter feed @townoftrumbull.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. Thank you for listening.
10/31 - 1:30 PM:
In concert with the Town Emergency Management Team, Trumbull Public and Private schools as well as school offices will be closed Thursday, November 1 and Friday, November 2.
Please note that Town Hall remains closed due to Storm Sandy. Any resident who needs to pay their taxes may do so by mailing their check to the Trumbull Tax Collector at 5866 Main Street, Trumbull, CT 06611, postmarked by November 1, 2012. Please also note that the US Postal Service is continuing to deliver mail.
From the Trumbull Parks Department: At the present time, the Rails to Trails corridor has a significant number of arial hazards (uprooted trees and broken branches still lodged in the upper canopy), which may fall at any time. These hazards can cause injury or death to residents on the trail. For your own safety, do not venture into the Valley Trail at this time. Updates will be provided as the situation changes.
From the Trumbull Monroe Health District: Do not eat at food establishments that do not have full power. They are open illegally. The food is not under proper refrigeration and is hazardous to your health even if cooked to a high temperature.
10/30 - 7:30 PM: First Selectman Herbst's Reverse 911 Call to Residents:
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst calling from the emergency operations center. As of this evening, major roads in Town remain blocked. Trumbull Police have set up detours and Town and UI crews continue to work to open roadways in Town. The Connecticut National Guard has also arrived to assist us with clean up and restoration efforts.
The priority is to make safe all downed wires before trees can be removed and roads cleared. United Illuminating is also assessing damage and working toward power restorations.
Please DO NOT call 9-1-1 to report power losses. Please report any power losses to the United Illuminating Company at 1-800-722-5584. In the event of a downed power line or other emergency, please dial 9-1-1.
The state of emergency and parking ban will remain in effect until further notice.
I would like to remind all residents that generators and gas grilles need to be run in open air with proper ventilation. DO NOT run a generator or gas grille indoors as carbon monoxide gas can kill you in minutes.
The Town Shelter is open at the Trumbull Senior Center located at 23 Priscilla Place. Please call (203) 452-5199 for more information.
Beginning Wednesday, October 31, 2012, shower facilities will be open and available to residents from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Middle School located at 530 Daniels Farm Road.
All Trumbull Public and Parochial Schools will be closed on Wednesday, October 31st.
Please check the town website, trumbullct.qscend.com for further updates and information and also follow us at Facebook.com/townoftrumbull and Twitter feed @townoftrumbull.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. Thank you for listening.
10/30 - 5:55 PM: Trumbull Town Hall will be closed on Wednesday, October 31.
10/30 - 10:45 AM: Beginning Wednesday, 10/31, shower facilities will be open and available to residents at Hillcrest Middle School from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Door 16 at the back side of the building will be the entry point into the school. Please bring towels, soap, shampoo and all toiletries. Children must be accompanied by parents at all times.
10/30 - 10:35 AM: First Selectman Herbst's Reverse 911 Call to Residents:
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. I have been advised by the Fire Marshal that residents are running generators and gas grilles indoors and in enclosed garages. Generators and gas grilles must be run in open air with proper ventilation. Do not run a generator or gas grille indoors as carbon monoxide gas can kill you within minutes.
Please check the town website, trumbullct.qscend.com for further updates and information and also follow us at Facebook.com/townoftrumbull and Twitter feed @townoftrumbull.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. Thank you for listening.
10/30 - 10:07 AM: First Selectman Herbst's Reverse 911 Call to Residents:
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst calling from the emergency operations center.
I have just returned from surveying the town. As of this morning all major roads in Town are blocked.
All Trumbull public and parochial schools will be closed Wednesday October 31, 2012.
Even though the storm has passed, it is still not safe to be outdoors. LIVE power lines are down. Severely weakened trees continue to fall and travel is considered extremely dangerous. All residents should remain indoors until further notice. Please do not go outdoors and please monitor your children.
The Town and the United Illuminating Company are working to open major roadways in town. The priority is to make safe all downed wires before trees can be removed and roads cleared. United Illuminating is also assessing damage and working towards power restoration.
Please check the town website, trumbullct.qscend.com for further updates and information and also follow us at Facebook.com/townoftrumbull and Twitter feed @townoftrumbull.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. Thank you for listening.
10/30 - 9:00 AM:
Town Shelter is open at Trumbull Senior Center
Town Hall will be closed on Tuesday, 10/30
Trumbull Public Schools closed Tuesday, 10/30 and Wednesday, 10/31
All Senior Center and Trumbull Recreation programs and activities are canceled for Tuesday 10/30.
Trumbull Library closed Tuesday, 10/30
Parking Ban in effect until further notice.
10/29: As of 10:00 PM, all major roads in Town are blocked.
Residents are advised to stay in their homes as there are many instances of downed trees and power lines and travel is considered dangerous. There are no reports of injuries or fatalities. The Town and the United Illuminating Company will continue to work to open major roadways in town.
The priority is to make safe all downed wires before trees can be removed and roads cleared. Please continue to report all hazardous conditions to the Trumbull Police Department.
10/29 6:52 PM - First Selectman Tim Herbst's Emergency Alert (Reverse 911) Call to Residents:
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst calling from the emergency operations center. Over the last hour, conditioned have worsened, with trees and wires coming down at an accelerated rate. It is difficult to see downed wires. Trees are blocking major roadways and some trees have even come down on residential homes. 70 mph wind gusts have been reported in town. We are receiving reports that residents are outside in the vicinity of downed trees and downed wires. Chances of death and electrocution increase when you expose yourself to this risk. Everyone needs to get inside and into shelter immediately. It is not safe to be outdoors under any circumstances.
Please check the town website, trumbullct.qscend.com for further updates and information and also follow us at Facebook.com/townoftrumbull and Twitter feed @townoftrumbull.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. Thank you for listening.
Updated 10/28: First Selectman Tim Herbst's Emergency Alert (Reverse 911) Call to Residents:
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. In light of the impending hurricane that is forecast to begin Monday, I am amending my original declaration and I have declared a state of emergency for the Town of Trumbull beginning at 12:00 PM today.
Trumbull Public Schools will be closed on Monday and Tuesday of this week. Should there be additional cancellations, you will be notified accordingly.
There will be a parking ban effective immediately. All vehicles must be moved off the roads to enable our public works crews to properly clear town streets.
During the storm, please remain in your homes if possible.
The forecast is for high winds and heavy rain. This could result in a loss of power. Please DO NOT call 9-1-1 to report power losses. Please report any power losses to the United Illuminating Company at 1-800-722-5584.
In the event of a downed power line or other emergencies, please dial 9-1-1.
Our police, fire and public works departments are working diligently to keep us safe and to clear the roads during this storm. When the storm ends, we anticipate additional hours to complete the cleanup of the Town. We ask for your patience and cooperation.
Please check the town website, trumbullct.qscend.com for further updates and information and also follow us at Facebook.com/townoftrumbull and Twitter feed @townoftrumbull.
This is First Selectman Tim Herbst. Thank you for listening.