10/06/2026
It was a privilege and a real joy to attend the ribbon cutting for the new ADA-accessible playground at Camp Harkness Foundation alongside Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, DDS Commissioner Elisa Velardo, DEEP Deputy Commissioner Mason Trumble, State Senator Martha Marx, and State Representative Nick Gauthier.
But for me, the most meaningful part of today was celebrating with the individuals who make Camp Harkness so special, people like Beverly, who has been coming to Camp for decades and loves this place more than anyone I know. ❤️
This playground is about so much more than a new facility. It’s about inclusion, opportunity, friendship, and making sure everyone can experience the joy that Camp Harkness brings to so many families.
A heartfelt thank you to the incredible Camp Harkness staff, board members, and volunteers for everything you do, not just for our community, but for people from across Connecticut. Please know how much Waterford appreciates you and the difference you make in the lives of others every single day. Thank you also to the Bond Commission who committed over $600,000 for this incredibly important project.
Proud to call Camp Harkness part of our Waterford community and a significant part of my 30 year career working with individuals with disabilities! 💙