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Jul 16, 2025, 9:40:51 AMJul 16
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Greetings Neighbors on another muggy day in Wooster Square,
Compstat community policing meetings are on hold for the rest of the summer so I don't have official public safety reports to share. I am trying to stay in touch with our District Manager, LT David Guliuzza and over the week-end, I finally met our daytime Officer, John Barbetti. Please be sure to share issues with them as you might see them - as well as 911 for emergencies and the non-emergency policy number below as needed.
Here are a few newie items of interest this week!
Spotted Lantern Flies Spotted on Academy Street in Wooster Square
Max Webster, Parks Department Director shared this guidance about Spotted Lantern Flies that have been seen on Academy Street around Wooster Square Park - this information is provided by Connecticut DEEP.
What to Do If You Find SLF
First, and most important – if you think you have observed spotted lanternflies, do not attempt to move any wood or other potentially infested material from the site. Instead, you should:
- Report potential sightings of this invasive pest. If you suspect you have found a SLF, snap a picture of it and fill out this SLF Reporting Form.
- Kill any spotted lanternflies you find immediately.
- Follow these tips for dealing with spotted lanternflies.
- Please check your vehicles for stowaways! Inspect your vehicles, trailers, and other items for SLF adults and egg masses when travelling through areas with known or suspected SLF populations. These insects are known to hitch a ride on vehicles and even clothing.
The Parks Department will follow up with the Ag Station to let them know about the population on Academy St if it has not otherwise been reported. We found another one at Beaver Ponds Park recently as well. Spotted lantern flies tend to host on sumac, tree of heaven and other soft barked younger trees. Their population growth is very boom and bust. They will grow rapidly in an area for a few years before their numbers will crash and they move on to another area. They like to hitch rides on vehicles and trains which would make sense for why they would be in the area of Wooster square with train tracks and major roads nearby. Parks will continue to evaluate the area and will instruct staff to kill any that they come into contact with in the area of the park.
From The Daily Nutmeg's This Week in New Haven ...
Friday, July 18, 2025
At City Hall, an opening reception for A Portrait of New Haven – Where We Belong, an exhibition of photos and videos by Chris Randall offering “a vibrant and heartfelt look at the places and spirit that define our city,” from 5-7 p.m.
Sunday, July 20, 2025
On three consecutive Sundays starting this Sunday from 2 to 7, the New Haven Open Street Festival turns Church Street along the Green into “a car-free playground” featuring bounce houses, basketball games, a “game station,” food trucks, live music, DJs, dancers, local vendors and more.
That's it for now - stay cool 😎
Sarah
Sarah B. Greenblatt
Wooster Square Watch
Our Square Watch brings together Wooster Square neighbors through sharing information to enhance public safety, address quality of life issues, and promote rewarding, neighborly relationships.
Numbers to Keep Handy:
ANONYMOUS TIPS - 866-888-TIPS (8477) or 203-946-6296
New Haven Police/Downtown/Wooster Square District Manager -
Ward 8 Alder Ellen Cupo - Wa...@newhavenct.gov, 203-584-7071
City of New Haven Health Department - nhvhealth.org
City of New Haven Snow Information Line: 203-946-7669
City of New Haven Emergency Operations: 203-946-8221
CAR TOWED? Call City Non-Emergency Police Service - 203-946-6316
City of New Haven Public Works Department (Potholes, Recycling, Bulk Trash or Appliance Pick-Up - 424 Chapel Street - 203-946-7700
See Click Fix to report an issue or concern - seeclickfix.com
City of New Haven Parks Department (Park needs) - 203-946-6960
Tree Trimming – 203-946-8004
Traffic & Parking - 203-946-8055
Livable City Initiative (LCI) – 203-946-7090 - Downtown/Wooster Sq Neighborhood Specialist Elijah McLauren - 203.946.2333.
Livable City Initiative (LCI) – 203-946-7090 - Downtown/Wooster Sq Neighborhood Specialist Elijah McLauren - 203.946.2333.
New Haven Public Schools/Choice & Enrollment – 475-220-1431
Historic Wooster Square Association - www.historicwoostersquare.org
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