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WHAT's IN A NAME???

What's in a name? East Haven Patch has become the home of many colorful names since the beginning. we have seen Luigi, Luigi the original, Bob Fawkes, Jacob, Truthfell, Clint Eastwood, Ivanatruth, Not Guido, Red, Red November, Magenta, Rojo, Flowers, Rockos Hofmeister, Hofsminions, cajones, citizensvoice and the infamous Josey Wales just to name a few. Most names are comical and make a statement or are simply used to remain anonymous. Even the names that poke fun at real posters are clearly satirical in nature and no one would confuse the satirical name for the real poster. Well that all changed several days ago when a new poster "popped up" here on East Haven Patch. Devin Kacey is clearly an attempt to confuse the patch community. This slick poster has taken real patch member Kevin Dacey (me) and switched the first letters of his first and last name. Many readers believed these posts to in fact have been posted by Kevin Dacey. Almost immediately it became very clear to patch readers who was the most probable person behind this childish behavior. This poster Devin Kacey has come out as a staunch supporter of Robert Hoff. Below is what Devin Kacey posted about Robert Hoff here on patch. After that is a post from Robert Hoff's PUBLIC facebook page working for a better East Haven. You readers make up your minds who this poster Devin Kacey really is.Devin Kacey December 10, 2013 at 08:30 PMMr Dacey, Why is it that you have so much anger and display so much hostility? Yes, I noticed you stated ADA Commission Brian Savo. I thank you for providing me with the format to speak on that issue. Mr Hoff stepped down as ADA Chairman in April. Mr Savo assumed Chairmanship shortly after. The difference is obvious if you examine the records of each Chairman and their accomplishments,Mr. Hoff worked to revive the committee and achieved many quality of life improvements including holding the town accountable for complying with federally mandated laws and putting into place an ADA Coordinator and was instrumental in the placing of a wheelchair on the beach for disabled residents to use. Under Mr. Savo's Chairmanship the committee has not met since September and due to not meeting to properly approve and file the meeting dates will not be eligible to legally meet until February at the earliest. A committee that does not meet on a routine basis is not a productive committee. Mr. Hoff may not be perfect, but has admitted he is only human and as such makes mistakes he also stands up and takes action to correct those mistakes when they occur. I have examined Mr. Hoff's record of achievement since he resigned as Chairman in April and it does indeed reflect a person that deeply cares about his community. Here is what I have discovered doing research through this and other sites: Spring 2013 Creator of Tag Sale to benefit Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. September 2013 creator of Tag Sale to benefit East Haven Residents with Autism. September 2013 - Advocated for the Clean up and continued restoration of Michael Street Park.Worked with Town Of East Public Works Department to implement positive changes such as better lighting and a park bench to be installed. October 2013- As a result of taking positive action and advocating for Park restoration on 9/13 clean up began by East Haven Department of Public Services on 10/1/13 2013- Volunteer for "Clean Up East Haven" a monthly community service event run by George Smith. October 12,2013- Held Food drive for North Haven Food Bank.Raised $376.00 November 2, 2013 held Food Drive for East Haven Food Pantry raised $125.00 October 15,2003 - Created and performed publicity work for Blanket,Coat,Bible drive for Montowese Baptist Church to benefit residents in need. October 21,2013 Advocated for removal of blight from town property abutting Michael Street Park. October 22,2013 Spoke with State Representative Roland Lemar to address blight issue at park. October,2013 State Representative Roland Lemar has contacted Deep and we are moving forward to correct the blight situation near the park. October,2013,Blight issue shown on WTNH 8 Report it segment. October 28,2013- American Red Cross Volunteer for Blood Drive at Old Stone Church. Managed check in and refreshment tables at event. November 2013 - Held food drives to benefit residents November 2013 – Hosted “Understanding Autism in CT” At Hagaman Memorial Library to provide information on Autism for East Haven Residents. 2009- 2013 – Assistant Registrar of Voters for East Haven General Elections. What Mr. Dacey is your record? Robert"Danny"Hoff: Working for a better East Haven. December 12004 Department of Police Services-Meritorious Service Award

April 2008 member of the 147 Cosey Beach Commission to create new Public Park and Splash Park

2008 – Foxon Community Center Cleanup 
Led an effort to clean, paint and repair so...me rooms over at the Foxon Community Center located on No. High Street and Rt 80.

Volunteer for Saint Vincent's Mid Night Run to help the Homeless

Organizer of Food Drives to help East Haven Food Pantry since April 2009 

Organizer of Conferences to help residents with Disabilities.

Former member of East Haven Recycling Steering Committee.

May 19, 2009 East Haven American Disability Act Committee Chairman Robert D. Hoff held the first ever "Evening of hope and help for those living with Autism". 

2009 East Haven Courier Person of the Week

Creator of effort to help homeless and those in need.

2011 East Haven Mayoral Merit Award for Community Service

2012 Mayoral appointment to the East Haven Police Chief Selection Advisory Commission

Spring 2013 Creator of Tag Sale to benefit Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.

September 2013 creator of Tag Sale to benefit East Haven Residents with Autism.

September 2013 - Advocated for the Clean up and continued restoration of Michael Street Park.
Worked with Town Of East Public Works Department to implement positive changes 
such as better lighting and a park bench to be installed.

October 2013- As a result of taking positive action and advocating for Park restoration on 9/13 
clean up began by East Haven Department of Public Services on 10/1/13

2013- Volunteer for "Clean Up East Haven" a monthly community service event run by George Smith.

October 12,2013- Held Food drive for North Haven Food Bank.
Raised $376.00

November 2, 2013 held Food Drive for East Haven Food Pantry raised $125.00

October 15,2003 - Created and performed publicity work for Blanket,Coat,Bible drive for 
Montowese Baptist Church to benefit residents in need.




October 21,2013 Advocated for removal of blight from town property abutting Michael Street Park. 
October 22,2013 Spoke with State Representative Roland Lemar to address blight issue at park.
October,2013 State Representative Roland Lemar has contacted Deep and we are moving forward to correct the blight situation near the park.

October,2013,Blight issue shown on WTNH 8 Report it segment.

October 28,2013- American Red Cross Volunteer for Blood Drive at Old Stone Church.
Managed check in and refreshment tables at event.

November 2013 - Held food drives to benefit residents 

November 2013 – Hosted “Understanding Autism in CT” At Hagaman Memorial Library to provide information on Autism for East Haven Residents.

2009- 2013 – Assistant Registrar of Voters for East Haven General Elections.

2007- Member and former Chairman of East Haven American Disability Act Committee 

At first I continually responded to this imposter, but I have resisted and simply monitor his posts and respond only when I believe someone thinks the posts are in fact from me. Evidently this imposter has gotten sloppy with his posts giving details only Robert Hoff would know. Below is part of an exchange between this imposter and Richard Poulton regarding an incident at T & J Supermarket during a food drive. I believe Mr. Poulton has mentioned some details of this encounter here on patch earlier.Devin Kacey December 11, 2013 at 12:56 PMMr. Poulton, I have never stated that Mr. Hoff is to use your terminology "The greatest thing since sliced bread" I have recognized his achievements in the East Haven Community and stated that he deeply cares and is devoted to our community. Those facts are obvious but alas like everyone else Mr. Hoff is only human. Coming from someone that a week ago threatened Mr. Hoff by telling others to "Take Him Out" I'll just have to consider the source when reading your comments. Since you brought bread into this discussion,truth be known, I was parked at a food drive at T&J's this spring and I was shocked when I personally witnessed you actually order a female companion of Mr.Hoff's who had just given him lunch to tell Mr.Hoff to get his ass out here where he belongs. I continued to observe you and the entire scene from my car parked in front of the store where I could witness the entire spectacle. Mr. Hoff ate his sandwich and returned to his position,only to watch you run out the door at the opposite end of the building. You have no right to dictate to or order anyone let alone a female companion of Mr. Hoff's who was merely bringing Mr. Hoff who has stated on several occasions he is a a diabetic lunch. If you had an issue with Mr. Hoff eating a sandwich why did you not speak to Mr. Hoff directly and not take the cowards way out and rudely yell at and belittle his female companion who in a act of kindness had brought him lunch? Then again your bullying tactics have become obvious here on patch and perhaps you really do not know any better? As for Mr. Hoff's Impairments he has openly stated what they are on several occasions including the interview that "Clint Eastwood" provided us with at the top of this discussion.http://foxct.com/2013/08/20/town-council-candidates-sexual-comments-questioned/Who are you Mr. Poulton to judge Mr.Hoff's impairments until you have walked a mile in his shoes? The fact that Mr. Hoff continues to strive to do so much good for our community when you and others seek your cheap thrills by continuing to harass and attack someone with his impairments or any resident who is impaired is sickening. The East Haven Community has eye's and we as a community will be watching.  

Later another poster asked Mr. Poulton about Connecticut Motor Vehicle laws. Mr. Hoff, I mean this imposter responded with an important detail that wasn't previous mentioned.Hobert D. Roff Working to Ruin East Haven December 11, 2013 at 02:11 PMMr. Poulton, i have a question perhaps you can answer for me. It regards mv law in CT. After the passing of a registered owner would it be illegal to renew the registration in the deceased's name not once but twice after the owner's death?RecommendFlag as InappropriateRichard PoultonDecember 11, 2013 at 02:37 PMKacey or whem ever you are, I rememebr that T & J's thing very well. One, that women was not by the car but was at the food table. There were no others in the area and the comment I madewas directed to my wife. Get your facts straight. AS to the "take him out" comment, show the complete context of what was said. My meaning was further explained as to have him someone arrested. To the M/V question, falls to fraud and a big tax issue.Recommend Devin Kacey December 11, 2013 at 03:31 PMI have spoken with Mr. Hoff one the phone and he informs me that you live in the second district which is on the other side of town in district 2 and he has informed me that it take at least 15 minutes to get across town so "Hobert D. Roff Working to Ruin East Haven" Mr. Hoff further states he has photographic evidence that proves you were by seen standing near the truck you now bring into question when it was parked outside his residence. So indeed "Hobert D. Roff Working to Ruin East Haven" it is a clear cut case of stalking especially when you went through the effort of obtaining Mr. Hoff's records.RecommendFlag as InappropriateHobert D. Roff Working to Ruin East Haven December 11, 2013 at 03:36 PMMmmmm.....I never mentioned a truck. Do you have a confession to make, Mr. Hoff?RecommendFlag as InappropriateDevin Kacey December 11, 2013 at 03:41 PMNope,it was a typo on my end I do apologize.RecommendFlag as Inappropriate Hobert D. Roff Working to Ruin East Haven December 11, 2013 at 03:47 PMMmmmmm....I asked Mr Hoff a question and ths Mr. Kasey answered. Hoff just use your real name everyone already knew it was you. Now you outing yourself. Devin Kacey December 11, 2013 at 04:01 PMHobert D. Roff Working to Ruin East Haven I must admit that in the flow of the conversation I typed out of turn by answering Mr. Hoff's question however, I can assure you that I am in no way Mr. Hoff. Just a friend who wants to see a wrong righted.Recommend
 In closing I am making a public plea to this Mr. Robert Hoff to stop your nonsense and stop using this variation of my name to post on patch. You clearly are not sharp enough not to expose yourself while pretending not to be you. So, I ask you again PLEASE stop your nonsense. I would also urge those that he may listen to (Gene Ruocco, Jack Stacey, Frank Capone, Barbara Natarajan) to tell him he is not helping his public perception with this nonsense.

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