I just received a press release from Cheshire Police Chief Michael Cruess.

Here is the release.

Press Release

Chief Michael Cruess is announcing that as of October 4, 2007 he will be holding evening hours on the first Thursday of each month. Chief Cruess will be available in his office until 7 pm on those days. Chief Cruess welcomes those citizens of Cheshire who may wish to discuss a particular concern to stop by to discuss those matters. The purpose of this effort is to foster communications between the citizens of Cheshire and the Police Department realizing that many people cannot make it to the Police Department during daytime hours due to work schedules. Any question concerning this press release may be directed to Lt Jay Markella at 203-271-5552 or jmarkella@cheshirect.org.

All I can say is that I am so happy I could just spit!! This is definitely a step in the right direction. But, we still are talking about the police commission. I know Cheshire needs to take baby steps so we will take it day by day. I hope people will take advantage and not be afraid. All of you couch politicians out there that talk snap in your house should get out and reach out. Be open and honest. I will probably show up to the first one on Oct. 4 for a few minutes, but it is hard for me because I work nights.

BUT, if I can make time, so can you. People send the wrong messages when they do not participate in events such as this.

I have known Chief Cruess for a while and honestly, it was like Chief Walberg, when we first met it wasn’t love at first sight, it was fight at first sight!!!

But we opened up a dialogue and we have gotten to know each other. Chief Cruess is an honest man believe me, he is VERY CANDID. You can speak with him an he will always give you a straight answer. He cares about Cheshire and its residents and will listen. We have come to that level now and I am happy. I know Chief Walberg would also be proud of this moment.

UPDATE ON MY WRITE IN CANDIDACY

I did go to the Town Clerk’s office and found the Town Clerk sleeping in her chair!! What is going on in the town hall!! NO ONLY KIDDING ONLY KIDDING!!!

I went to pick up the write in ballot for Town Councilor at large. As I mentioned in the earlier post, I will definitely make a decision over the weekend. I know I am as popular as a pork chop over Palestine with some people in this town, but at least give me a chance.

I will have a few more posts before the end of the night. Stay tuned!!!!