PARSIPPANY — Marking the one-year anniversary of the demolition of Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital, the Parsippany Library will host a panel discussion titled “Greystone Remembered” on Oct. 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. The panelists will be Robert Kirkbride, dean of the Parsons School of Constructed Environments; Rusty Tagliareni, author of “Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital”; John…
Panel to discuss Greystone
Eye Level Parsippany holds Grand Opening Celebration
PARSIPPANY — Eye Level of Parsippany recently held a grand opening Ribbon Cutting. Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce President Robert Peluso cut the ribbon during the celebration. Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio, Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Committee Chairman Frank Cahill was also in attendance. Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce Board Members Ildiko Peluso and Nicolas Limanov also joined in the ribbon cutting, as well as a number of chamber members.
Eye Level is located at 378 Route 46 West, Parsippany Plaza Shopping Center.
Eye Level proud of the reputation we’ve developed at the Parsippany learning center, and their instructors are committed to helping you succeed. Their attention to detail sets them apart, and they’ll make sure you’re comfortable with a specific subject before moving forward. Let them show you how rewarding their self-directed learning program can be. Eye Level Learning Center can assist with Math and English, and their instructors are dedicated to client satisfaction.
The name Eye Level stems from a story about a teacher who sought to improve his ability to teach. During a trip to an art museum, the teacher knelt down and looked up at every painting. A curious fellow visitor asked why he was crouched down to examine the works of art. He replied, “I’m an elementary school teacher and I’m bringing my students here tomorrow. I was wondering how they would enjoy the paintings they see, so I’m exploring the museum at their eye level.”
For more information, call (973) 396-2267 or click here to visit their website.
ABOUT EYE LEVEL
Eye Level a supplemental education and enrichment program, offers a teaching philosophy and education method where self-directed learning, individualized academic coaching, and critical thinking are at the core of helping children improve and excel in their academic pursuits. There are more than 1,300 Eye Level Learning Centers across 20 countries. Eye Level is a wholly-owned brand of Daekyo Co., Ltd., founded by Youngjoong Kang, who also acts as the Chairman of Daekyo’s Board of Directors.
Police raid Route 46 Video Boutique
PARSIPPANY — According to Daily Record, Gamage Jayantha, 60, of Parsippany is in Morris County Jail on $125,000 bail, charged with selling fake Xanax and inhalants with names like “Jungle Juice” nail polish remover out of Route 46 Video Boutique, 100 Route 46. The owner of the business, Jeffrey Namey, was also charged with the same offenses. Bail was set for Namey of Livingston at $150,000, no 10%. It wasn’t clear if he is still remains in Morris County Jail.
Detective Dan Cicala on Tuesday, October 12 charged Jayantha, who was born in Sri Lanka, with multiple counts of possession with intent to distribute substances that are not classified as controlled dangerous substances but which could be passed off as CDS because they are similar in shape, color, effect and feel as Xanax.
The investigation, which began in February and culminated in Jayantha’s arrest on Tuesday, involved alleged sales of fake Xanax to an undercover police officer. Jayantha also allegedly promoted sales of the imitation CDS between February and October 11, and instructed customers on its effects, comparing it to Xanax, criminal complaints said, as reported in Daily Record.
Jayantha is charged with possession with intent to distribute toxic chemicals by having on display in his store “Blue Boy Nail Polish Remover” and “Jungle Juice Nail Polish Remover” and advertising those products as inhalants, the complaints state.
Sources close to the investigation stated there are over twenty separate charges against Jayantha and Namey.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officer Brain Conover stated earlier today when questioned by Parsippany Focus, “At the current time no releases will be issued regarding this incident.”
Timothy Mallon was a fixture in Parsippany; everyone knew Timmy
PARSIPPANY — Timmy was seen in front of the old Pathmark Store on Route 46, or walking down Route 46 near the Beverwyck Park and Ride. Everyone knew him as Timmy. Timmy was homeless and gravitated to the area of Route 46 and Beverwcyk Road.
Timmy Mallon passed away behind the Michaels Arts & Crafts Store in the Troy Hills Shopping Center. His body was discovered on Friday, August 5. It was reported he died of natural causes, although Parsippany Police Department did not issue an actual report of the incident.
The State has released Timmy Mallone to Par-Troy Funeral Home. He will be cremated and buried with his mother tomorrow Thursday, October 13 at Gates of Heaven Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Father Joe from St. Christophers will be doing a short at the graveside ceremony.
We would like to thank the DiMaggio family at Par-Troy Funeral Home for donating their time and services in making sure Timmy was claimed and given a proper burial. If it wasn’t for their caring and generosity he could have ended up in an unmarked grave forgotten. They worked with the state and Gates of Heaven to give Timmy a few more final acts of kindness and charity.
It was people’s kindness and generousity that helped Timmy survive for so many years. Many people more then I could ever name and many who were unsung hero’s helped Timmy in so many different ways throughout his life. Some went above and beyond and I know he appreciated them. It was said before, this is when “Pride in Parsippany” really shines: from our individual residents, our local volunteer ambulance and fire department members, our police department, and our local businesses. Timmy was cared for and loved by his Parsippany Family.
Eveyrone knew Timmy. He was a graduate of Parsippany High School Class of 1968. He was a veteran. A google search revealed his last known address as 673 South Beverwyck Road.
This is what “Pride in Parsippany” is about. Timmy was known as Parsippany’s homeless man. His life had a tragic story that left him feeling forgotten and alone. If you ever had the chance to talk to him and hear his story you would have seen the sadness and loss in his eyes. Who knows what anyone of us would done if we had walked in his shoes. There was a side of him some did not see. He took care of a homeless young women for months so she wouldn’t be alone and would be safe. He may have been hard on the eyes and nose, but if you ever helped him you saw a true and genuine look of gratitude. Children learned many lessons from Timmy. He taught them that it is important to look out for their neighbors even the ones with no roof of their own. That a cup of coffee can make a huge difference.
Members of the Parsippany Volunteer Ambulance Squad have always looked out for him. Maybe because they took the time to hear his story. You can see by how many people have stopped and taken the time to recognize his life at the small memorial outside the old Pathmark that he had other friends in Parsippany. This was his town and he never wanted to leave it. I hope he realized that he was not forgotten and people did see him as a member of this community. Rest in peace Timmy. We will pass on the lessons we have learned; and you will not be forgotten.
Editors Note: We thank Jennifer Kratt Thurkauf for keeping us informed and the kind words about Timmy.
Board of Education to hold Community Strategic Planning Meeting
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Board of Education is beginning a strategic planning process that will result in a three-to-five year plan to increase student achievement and improve our schools. This program will be held on Tuesday, October 18 at 7:30 p.m. at Parsippany High School, 309 Baldwin Road.
Strategic planning is a thoughtful, reflective process that depends on participation by all stakeholders. Your thoughts and suggestions are critical if this process is to be successful and provide the District with a meaningful three-to-five year plan to enhance our high performing district.
During the next four months students, teachers, administrators, parents, and community members will have an opportunity to be part of the process by responding to our electronic surveys and participating in community forums. The information gathered during this process will be used to identify areas that are effective and areas and programs that need to be addressed over the next three-to-five years.
The Board of Education is inviting staff members, parents, students, community leaders, and other interested members of our community to contribute their thoughts, ideas, and hopes – so that we can continue to effectively plan the educational programs that our future students will need to be successful.
Letter to the editor: I am in favor of the easement assessment
Dear Editor:
This is my response to “Resident Sounds off about Proposed Lake Parsippany Easement Assessment”. An important issue which the letter failed to mention, is how many people use the lake’s property for free.
I grew up in Lake Parsippany, I was a member of the lake as a child, that’s where I learned to swim. I may no longer want to swim in the lake but I do enjoy its beauty. It’s still beautiful to look at and it’s the reason I moved back to this section of Parsippany. Even though I moved here because of the lake, I opted not to become a member. Would you like to know why? Because now a days people just roam all over the private property. Why should I pay a membership to walk on the grounds when a large percentage of residents use the lake property without being members? This is why I am for the mandatory assessment fee. The truth is the lake needs money to maintain, to remain viable and it is understandable that people who do not want to swim in it, do not want to join the association but it’s not fair that people refuse to abide by the rules, take advantage and continue to use the lake’s grounds. In the past, I have blamed the LPPOA for that, but I guess they can only do so much.
The letter mentioned property sales. Currently, Indian Lake’s assessment fee is $135. Let me tell you, that community’s property sales are not hurting. Also, that community is not cutting down all its trees and tearing down all its 2/3 bedroom homes. 2/3 bedroom homes actually sell for decent prices in that neighborhood. If my home was located in that lake community, I could sell it but in Lake Parsippany, it’s considered a “Tear Down”. That part of Denville, like so many other Morris County lake communities, has a thriving real estate market and also maintains the integrity of its homes and the health of its lake. Not every tear down in Lake Parsippany in recent time has been a derelict property. These new construction homes are just about square footage, not quality or craftsmanship. This trend hurts my property value. It’s all related. I’m sure people will say I am against change. Well, if embracing change means we‘ll be walking around a dried up pit, surrounded by treeless lots and soulless McMansions, then yes, I have a hard time accepting change.
And with regards to our tax money being used to keep up the dams, dikes, spillway, spillway bridge, detention and retention basins, as the letter states, let’s be clear, our storm drains run into this lake’s catch basins, tax money must go towards that maintenance or it would be a real mess for everyone who lives in the area. That’s not us contributing to or helping the LPPOA. The association’s cause is admirable. They want the lake healthy and clean so it can be enjoyed by generations to come – swimming, fishing, sailing, walking, jogging . . . this means extra care and support is needed.
Or maybe we should just let it become a state run cesspool?
I work two jobs to make my mortgage payment and let me tell you, I will scrape, save and sacrifice to make that $115 assessment fee. I recently asked my 96 year old Grandmother, who lives off my Grandfather’s modest pension, her opinion. She said, “Something’s in life are worth the price”. That summed it up for me. One of her only enjoyments is being driven around that lake, watching the sunset, looking at the swans. If there is not enough funds to ensure the health of that lake, we as a community should intervene. Lake Parsippany should be maintained by the residents that live here, like all the other nearby lake communities. I do not want that lake turned over to the state. It will become a hole in the ground. A smelly hole in the ground. That lake deserves a longer life span and I think we owe it one. And if people are going to continue to walk on LPPOA’s property, have picnics, sit on its benches, pose for selfies . . . then they should contribute.
Something’s are worth the price. Let’s try to hold on to what little beauty is left in this town. As we all know, Lake Parsippany is a man-made lake, and it must be maintained properly or it will die. I like to end this letter with a small list of some uncommon birds that either reside or visit Lake Parsippany from time to time. In these present times, where nature is not respected nor welcomed, it is humbling and reassuring to witness wildlife benefitting from man.
Thank you
Bridget Cazzetto
Resident sounds off about proposed Lake Parsippany Easement Assessment
Dear Editor:
The following was confirmed by the Township at the Thursday, October 6, 2016 Township Council meeting.
The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills maintains and restores The Lake Parsippany Property Owners Association’s (LPPOA) dams, dikes, spillway, spillway bridge, detention and retention basins at no cost to the LPPOA. The township has been paying the bill since the 1980.
Lake Parsippany Property Owners remember that when the Lake Parsippany Board of Directors presents you with a mandatory assessment fee of $115.00 next year.
The largest part of any lake budget is the maintenance of the dams and dikes.
The LPPOA does not have to worry about these maintenance and restoration costs. Your tax dollars already go to the maintenance and the restoration of the LPPOA’s dams, dikes, spillway, spillway bridge, detention and retention basins.
This IS YOUR FAIR SHARE obligation to the Lake Parsippany Property Owners Association.
The Lake Parsippany Property Owners Association has presented a plan to assess the 2,204 home owners who live within the lakes boundaries an assessment fee each year. This assessment would be passed down to any person who will buy their house in the future. Great selling point! Don’t think so!
Their budget proposed for 2017 states the mandatory assessment fee would be $115.00. The Association states that they would will keep that rate in future years. Sound like the same rhetoric you hear about your TAX BILLS. The resolution of the Board of Trustees of Lake Parsippany Property Owners Association (if passed) states: A collection policy will be established for property owners who refuse to pay the assessment, which will include late payment charges, attorney’s fees and costs of collection and a lien on the delinquent property. The association should not demand money from area lake residents. They need to realize everyone does not have the time to sit on a beach in the summer. The residents are people who work hard for their money just to pay their bills. Residences don’t need another bill because an association thinks they need more money.
Call or email the Board of Directors of the LPPOA. JUST SAY NO TO THIS UNFAIR ASSESSMENT before the October 19, 2016 vote.
Very truly yours
Name withheld
(on file at Parsippany Focus)
Donate Your Electronics and help Victims of Domestic Violence
PARSIPPANY — The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is collecting used smart phones, cell phones, IPads and IPods during October, Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.
All money earned by recycling these items will be donated to Jersey Battered Women’s Service (JBWS) of Morris County.
Collection boxes are located at:
- Cerbo Lumber & Hardware at 1855 Route 46 Eastbound
- Atlanta Bread Company at 1711 Route 10 Eastbound in the Kohl’s Shopping Center
- White Stone Dry Cleaners at 484 North Beverwyck Road, Lake Hiawatha
- IHOP, 792 Route 46 Westbound in the Arlington Plaza Shopping Center
For additional information on JBWS, please contact info@jbws.org,
The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs of GFWC (NJSFWC), which is the largest volunteer women’s service organization in the state, providing opportunities for education, leadership training, and community service. Area women are invited to attend the October General Meeting on Monday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Parsippany Rescue & Recovery Building, 100 Centerton Drive.
For more information call Cathy at (973) 984-0758, e-mail the club by clicking here or visit their website by clicking here.
Employment Horizons Welcomes John J. Cox to Board of Trustees
MORRIS COUNTY — Employment Horizons’ Board of Trustees recently welcomed John J. (Jack) Cox, Chief Financial Officer of Apos Medical and Sports Technologies, LTD. (New York) and Founder of NorthBridge Business Advisors (Morristown), as its newest member. Cox has held numerous executive positions, including Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Weichert Family of Companies and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer with Casio America, Inc. He began his career with Price Waterhouse in Morristown after attending the University of Scranton.
Cox is a member of the Knights of Columbus and active in his church community, St. Virgil’s Parish, Morris Plains, a member of the Diocese of Paterson Finance council and the Board of Adjustment for the Borough of Morris Plains.
Volunteerism has always been important in his family. “Devoting time and effort to Employment Horizons has the dual benefit of contributing to the community by promoting the benefit of employing our clients and also fostering the self-esteem of our clients,” states Cox.
President Kennedy once said, “We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives.” And, Cox adds, “We also must find time to be the people to thank.”
Cox resides in Morris Plains with his wife, Lisa. He has two adult children.
Employment Horizons is the premier not-for-profit agency providing comprehensive employment, training and job placement services to persons with disabilities and other disadvantages in the greater Morris County area. For more information about Employment Horizons and to learn about upcoming events, click here.