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"A GUEST POSTING: THE POSITIVE SIDE OF OUR HARTFORD"

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Anonymous Alyssa said...

WOW Kevin, guest poster!! Guess I've finally made it to the Big Time LOL. Thanks to any and all who read the post -- am really trying to encourage this business to stay and rebuild in Hartford. I remember the shabby treatment given to Bruce and Sunshine Laundry after their fire ... the same cannot happen here. City Fare is a small, but steady anchor of this section of Franklin Avenue, which a new mayor should focus on as part of a "gateway" street project. Right behind or adjacent to it, is a charming historic district. We need to re-imagine this area architecturally and planning-wise, and put some pressure on L&I and ZBA to issue some cease and desist notices to the myriad car repair/sales businesses that are ruining this portion of the avenue. Would appreciate folks adding any supportive posts here....

October 29, 2015 at 7:52 PM

Blogger KEVIN BROOKMAN said...

Thank you again Alyssa. I am very optimistic that we as a City are about to enter a new era of responsiveness at City Hall, where small business is recognized as the engine that drives Hartford and also creates jobs. Sunshine Laundry should have never happened under an administration that values local business. And the list continues , the Russian Lady Block parties to name another.

Great thoughts on your part. The foundation is clearly there, we just need an Administration to set the tone of accountability and build on that foundation. Your experience will hopefully be an everyday occurrence when dealing with our Public Servants after January 1, 2016, not that they aren't already with some

October 29, 2015 at 8:11 PM

Anonymous Anonymous said...

Brava, Altssa. Thank you for your positive thoughts. Now, I was just wondering today, how we as a city, lost WFSB under Eddie Petez to Cromwell.

October 29, 2015 at 9:45 PM

Anonymous Anonymous said...

Well, I would like to remain anonymous for many reasons and fear is not one of then. I met the ladies at City Fair when Alyssa was advocating for them in a recent health inspection issue. When I got there I found three very concerned/angry (perhaps) individuals victimized by our bureaucracy. When I left the place and hour latter, I left behind my admiration for three great fighters and whit respect for their work. With regards to certified kitchens, for small fee it can be arrange. The City has three certified kitchens, North End Senior Center, South End Senior Center and Parker Memorial Recreation Center.I hope this helps.

A FRIEND

October 30, 2015 at 2:16 PM

Anonymous Alyssa said...

That is a FANTASTIC idea, "Friend"

I will follow up on Monday. Exactly the kind of suggestion and collaboration we need. And many thanks for your kind words. Philly, Teresa and I (plus Fran) are all "feisty broads" I guess -- trying to do our small part to make this city viable for small businesses to succeed.

As an aside, Lt. Oquendo found out the name of the person who called in the fire. More on that later.

October 30, 2015 at 8:28 PM

Anonymous Anonymous said...

Kevin, Maybe "Allysa" can be THE Hartford Fire Dept Public Information Officer (PIO) !!!!! That post was the most informative and positive response immediately after a fire incident in my almost 20 years on the job! Why cant HFD be inhanced with a Brian Foley type PIO???? I've witnessed professional actions for years with "NO PUBLIC RECOGNITION" whatsoever by the Dept. The taxpayers deserve and are entitled to this information. De-briefings will expose our effectiveness and residents should realize they are getting a return for their money. How ironic is it that there is "ANOTHER" statement/update from Brian Foley above this post??? Sgt.Vance made the CT State Police look heads above the rest with his weekly press releases and willingness to meet or speak with anyone from the press,maybe HFD should try and emulate him!

November 1, 2015 at 2:05 PM

Blogger KEVIN BROOKMAN said...

Anonymous 2:05PM,

The Hartford Fire Department, under the direction of Chief Huertas, is currently in bunker mentality mode when it comes to public information. They have had several good PIO's in recent history, but they haven't lasted. Mainly because they were doing their jobs very well and being open and very transparent with the Media and certain bloggers. Even after Huertas ordered them not not talk to certain media people and a certain blogger. So rather than do the right thing, Huertas chose to "kill the messengers" instead. How is that working out Charlie? And you are right, HFD needs a Brian Foley that understands his or her role as PIO. Foley has done more in the last couple years to build excellent working relationships between HPD , the media and bloggers. That is important when you need to get a message out, whether good or bad, but the transparency is important, and it definitely is a two way street. And to paraphrase a quote by CSP LT. Vance, "the big dog(the media) is always going to eat. PIO's need to decide if they are going to feed the big dog, or would they prefer the big dog to go through their trash to get their food" It is much easier and neater to feed them.

November 1, 2015 at 5:00 PM

Anonymous Anonymous said...

What info is it that you believe needs to be shared with this blog and the media?

November 1, 2015 at 5:23 PM

Anonymous Anonymous said...

Huertas has Lynch 'representing' him and the department, going around with her tablet trying to be nice to everyone, acting like she's a 'professional'. Who knows what she had to do to get this position.

November 1, 2015 at 7:41 PM

Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hey 5:23 ARE YOU IGNORANT OR DIMWITED ??? WHAT INFO YOU ASK???? "ALL OF IT" !!! Good and bad. At the end of the day the fire dept is a product/service that the taxpayers foot the bill for. Wouldn't it behoove them to promote their business on a frequent basis ????? Believe it or not ,it is ok to brag about yourself when you do a superb job. Also ,you don't "share" info to a "select" few . But then again by your comment, maybe you equate INFO with SECRETS !

November 1, 2015 at 8:08 PM

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