Holtaway Concludes 14 Years of Service as a Highlands Council Member

Frank L. Cahill
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Holtaway Concludes 14 Years of Service as a Highlands Council Member

MORRIS COUNTY — After serving as a dedicated member of the New Jersey Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council for more than a decade, Robert Holtaway stepped down from his seat on the Council after the December 14 meeting. Highlands Council Chairman Carl Richko presented Holtaway with a plaque commemorating his service and the Council passed a resolution memorializing the occasion.

“As I look back over my 14 years, I think that the current leadership and staff are the strongest and most productive that I’ve worked with during my tenure, which bodes well for the Council’s future success,” Holtaway said when announcing his departure at the October Highlands Council meeting. “The Council has an important job of remaining a responsible steward – both fiscally and environmentally – of the Highlands Region. Although my time here is ending, I look forward to seeing this very important work continuing.”

Holtaway was appointed by then-Governor Jon Corzine in 2009. Officially his term expired in 2012, however, Holtaway continued to serve in his voluntary capacity on the Council through subsequent administrations. Appointments to the Highlands Council are overseen by the office of the Governor and must meet requirements defined in the 2004 Highlands Act. With Holtaway’s departure, membership in the Council drops to 10 members of what should be a 15-member body. A quorum of 8 members is required to conduct Council business.

“During my time with the Council, Member Holtaway has been a valued and reliable partner to staff,” said Ben Spinelli, Highlands Council Executive Director. “His retirement is well deserved and I thank him for his continued commitment to helping us protect the New Jersey Highlands.”

While on the Council, Holtaway served as treasurer from 2011 to 2023. He was also a Highlands Development Credit Bank Board Member from 2011 to 2020, becoming chair of the Bank Board in 2021. Holtaway was also chair of the Council’s Budget and Finance Committee and a member of the Regional Master Plan Amendment and Landowner Equity & Land Preservation committees. Additionally, he was a member of the steering committee for the Economic Sustainability Plan and is currently a member of the County Coalition, established to implement the Plan.

Holtaway began his public service in 1975 as a member and later vice chairman of the Planning Board for the Borough of North Plainfield. He also served as a member of the North Plainfield Zoning Board of Adjustment, including 11 years as its Chairman, and volunteered to serve as North Plainfield Zoning Officer from 1993 to 1995. He served for eight years as the mayor of Bedminster Township and also was a member of the Bedminster Township Planning Board for 15 years, including seven as the board’s chairman. He was a member of the Somerset County Economic Development Incentive Program committee throughout the committee’s existence. He served on the Bedminster Township Municipal Building Committee, the Bedminster Township Open Space Committee, and the Bedminster Township Open Space Assessment Committee.

In 2013, after leaving elected office, Holtaway joined the Lamington Conservancy, a group that works to preserve land in the Lamington River Valley. He became Vice President of the Conservancy in 2017 and president in 2018, a position he continues to hold. Holtaway has also served as a member of the Board of Trustees for the Friends of the Jacobus Vandeveer House in Bedminster Township.

In 1977, Mr. Holtaway founded Frank R. Holtaway & Son, Inc., an electrical engineering firm in Bedminster, and served as the company’s president until retiring in 2015. He graduated from Newark College of Engineering (now New Jersey Institute of Technology) with a Bachelor of Science in industrial engineering and also received a master’s degree in business administration from Seton Hall University. He is a licensed professional engineer and a licensed electrical contractor (retired).

Highlands Council Chairman Carl Richko, who coincidentally was appointed at the same 2009 meeting as Holtaway, offered his warm thanks and congratulations: “Serving with Bob has been an absolute pleasure and I want to offer my congratulations not only on his retirement from this role, but also on his many years of public service in Somerset County and in various charitable and volunteer capacities. He will be missed.”

The Highlands Council is a regional planning agency established in 2004 with the passage of the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act and is charged with the implementation of the Act. More information is available at www.nj.gov/njhighlands. Actions taken by the Council will take effect following the Governor’s review and consideration of meeting minutes, up to 10 business days from receipt of meeting minutes. Meeting materials, including an audio recording of the meeting, are available on the calendar page of the Council website.

Promises of Property Tax Relief Fall Short When State Agency Won’t Answer The Phone

Frank L. Cahill
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Promises of Property Tax Relief Fall Short When State Agency Won’t Answer The Phone

MORRIS COUNTY — Assemblywoman Aura Dunn’s district office has been fielding dozens of calls from constituents desperate for help filing for property tax relief under the state’s new Anchor program by the December 29 deadline. The lawmaker says neither the residents nor her staff have been able to make direct contact with the Division of Taxation’s Anchor hotline agents.

“The residents of New Jersey deserve better. Promises of property tax relief by politicians up for reelection fall short when there is no one to help ensure people get the relief they so desperately need,” Dunn said. “Much like the Labor Department’s unemployment debacle, calls to the Anchor hotline go unanswered, and receiving live help through the Division of Taxation or Department of Treasury hasn’t proven successful. Why can’t a state agency just pick up the phone?”

Governor Phil Murphy and legislative Democrats agreed to boost the benefits for senior homeowners and renters by $250 this year, which means homeowners ages 65 and older making up to $150,000 annually are eligible to receive $1,750. Senior homeowners making between $150,000 and $250,000 annually can receive $1,250. Renters age 65 and older making up to $150,000 can get checks of $700.

“Seniors on fixed incomes need to be able to call a number and reach a live person, not a recorded message and a dead end,” Dunn said.

For homeowners under 65, benefits remain $1,500 for those making up to $150,000 annually, and $1,000 for those making up to $250,000 annually. Renters under 65 making up to $150,000 annually remain eligible for a $450 benefit.

“When a taxpayer can’t get taxpayer-funded services there is a big problem. My staff and I are frustrated and my constituents are at their wits’ end,” Dunn added.

Dunn’s office has received about 25 Anchor complaints and eligibility questions since the beginning of December. The state’s Treasury Department has relayed the office’s inquiries to the Anchor unit for review, but to date, nothing has been resolved.
“All of us working in government are here to serve the public, but this administration has been failing them when they’re needed the most. Out of a job and money? It seems like you are out of luck when you reach out to one of the governor’s state agencies,” Dunn said. “It’s completely unacceptable and needs to be rectified so that everyone gets the money they are entitled to receive.”

The Murphy administration set December 29 as the deadline to file applications to receive checks through the Anchor program. The Treasury’s Division of Taxation website says applications can be filed online, by phone or mail, or in person at one of the field offices.
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Board of Trustees at County College of Morris Elect Officers

Frank L. Cahill
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Board of Trustees at County College of Morris Elect Officers

MORRIS COUNTY — The County College of Morris (CCM) Board of Trustees held its annual reorganization meeting on November 20 and elected its officers. 

Elected were George J. Milonas, a CCM graduate from the Class of 1998, as Chair; Paul R. Licitra, as Vice Chair; Jack N. Frost Jr., Esq., as Treasurer; and Lauren Inganamort, as Secretary. 

Continuing their service on the board are Laura M. Gabrielsen, Dr. Barbara L. Hadzima, Devanshu L. Modi, Esq., Donna T. Pepe, and Rida (LNU) ’23 as Alumni Trustee. Also serving as Morris County Executive Superintendent is Dr. Nancy H. Gartenberg. 

New to the board is James B. Loveys of Randolph Township, appointed by the Morris County Board of County Commissioners. As a managing member of Grove Associates, a real estate management and development firm, Loveys has overseen the construction of several residential housing developments and retail projects in northern New Jersey.  He earned his bachelor’s degree in economics from Middlebury College and is a lifelong Morris County resident. Over the past 20 years, he has served the Randolph community in several different leadership capacities, including as Deputy Mayor and Mayor. His service to the community extends as a volunteer coach and committee member of various township recreation programs.  

George Milonas is an accomplished corporate compliance and risk management leader with extensive experience working with multinational companies specializing in the strategic design, implementation, and oversight of global regulatory compliance and enterprise risk management programs. He began his higher education at CCM earning an associate in science degree in criminal justice, and received his bachelor’s in sociology from Centenary University, and his master’s in administrative science from Fairleigh Dickinson University.  

Paul Licitra currently serves as office administrator for Senator Steven Oroho, Assemblyman Parker Space, and Assemblyman Hal Wirths; and serves as the Sergeant of Arms for the New Jersey Senate. He also has extensive insurance experience spanning more than 45 years and covering all aspects of risk management for large domestic and international clients. In the public sector, he served as mayor of Mount Olive from 2000-04 after serving eight years on the Township Council. He earned his bachelor’s degree from St. John’s University, where he also taught as an adjunct professor in the Tobin College of Business. He also served on the board of directors for the Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery.  

Jack Frost is an attorney with Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. He earned his law degree from Seton Hall School of Law, and his master’s and bachelor’s in philosophy and international relations from the University of St. Andrews, Scotland, U.K. 

Lauren Inganamort served as Manager of Global Compliance at Tiffany & Co. in Parsippany, where she was responsible for the development, execution, and management of compliance programs and risk assessments. She received the company’s Finance Achievement for Commitment to Excellence Award for exceptional dedication and service. Inganamort serves as a trustee for the Educational Foundation of the Chesters and on the Advisory Committee of the New Jersey Governor’s STEM Scholars program. She holds two bachelor’s degrees in engineering and a master’s in engineering management from Dartmouth College. 

Laura Gabrielsen retired as Professor of English at CCM in 2021, after 47 years of service at the college. She began as an adjunct instructor in 1974 and was appointed professor in 1977. While at the college, she was presented with a National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development Award for Teaching Excellence. During her time at CCM, she served as the Assistant Chair of the Department of English and Philosophy; and served on numerous committees. Gabrielsen also served as the president of FACCM and vice president of ACAC. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English from Seton Hall University.  

Dr. Barbara Hadzima is a retired middle school administrator and college adjunct. She has participated in the Chinese Bridge Delegation (Hanban/Confucius Institute Headquarters) to Chinese Universities which focuses on school visits, cultural activities, and South Korea. Additionally, she was sponsored by New Jersey for program studies at European concentration camps and at Yad Vashem in Israel. Hadzima then assisted with the development of the New Jersey State Curriculum Guide to teach Holocaust/Genocide. She earned her doctorate in educational leadership from Seton Hall University, her master’s degree from Kean University, and her undergraduate degree from the College of St. Elizabeth. 

Dev Modi, Esq is a founding member of the Morris County law firm of Lyon, Glassman, Leites & Modi, L.L.C. He also currently serves as a Subchapter V Trustee under the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019 after being selected by the Department of Justice’s U.S. Trustee Program. He is a former Deputy Attorney General in New Jersey and previously served as an investigator with the Bureau of Securities. He served on the Harding Township Board of Education and, subsequently, on the Harding Township Committee. He earned his law degree from Seton Hall School of Law and bachelor’s degrees in business administration and accounting from the University of Delaware. 

Donna Pepe, a marketing and public relations executive, was the founder and CEO/President of Communications Strategies (CSI), specializing in pharmaceutical marketing & public relations. CSI was one of the fastest-growing independent marketing and communications agencies in New Jersey, garnering many prestigious awards during the 20 years it operated. Ms. Pepe also was lauded throughout her career for her creativity and marketing savvy, as well as her dedication to raising up other women in business. She was and still is a champion of women’s rights. Before starting her company, she spent 10 years at Johnson & Johnson building the company’s pharmaceutical sector’s first in-house marketing communications department. Pepe rose through the ranks at J&J to become its first woman vice president in that sector, elevating the issue of women’s health and making many products into household names. Before her CCM board appointment, she spent the past four years creating and rolling out a rebranding campaign complete with TV, radio, social media, and print advertising for CCM. Pepe was a long-term member of the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association, served for three years on the board of directors at Dress for Success Morris County, and was a founding member, secretary, and chair of public relations and marketing of Emerge New Jersey. She was one of the first women awarded the “Best Businesswomen in New Jersey” award by NJBIZ.  

Dr. Nancy Gartenberg, a lifelong public educator, was appointed by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and Commissioner of Education Dr. Angelica Allen-McMillan to serve as Executive County Superintendent in Morris County overseeing 41 school districts, with over 70,000 students. She holds a doctorate in education with distinction from Rider University, serves as a Board Trustee for the Morris County School of Technology, and is a court-recognized educational expert witness. Dr. Gartenberg earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Georgian Court University in Lakewood, New Jersey. Dr. Gartenberg is an experienced school superintendent, principal, teacher, and coach.  

Parsippany’s Justin Musella Named as #10 Top Millennial in State of NJ

Frank L. Cahill
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Parsippany’s Justin Musella Named as #10 Top Millennial in State of NJ

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany’s own Justin Musella has been named to Insider NJ’s 2023 Power List of Top 100 Millennials. In 2022, Musella was named as #11.

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Millennials are the generation raised by the Baby Boomers, still often called “kids” despite the fact the eldest is entering their forties, and they have their work cut out for them. The Millennials have numerically passed the Baby Boomers who grew up in the post-WW2 era of American economic prosperity and Cold War fears of atomic annihilation. The Pew Research Center says that Millennials comprise those born between 1981 and 1996, and, like all generations, most Millennials identify with certain commonly shared experiences.

As Millennials grew up, like most generations before, they were idealistic, set to change the world. With the wreckage of 9/11 coloring their worldview, they were raised to be “global citizens” and embrace the world and its opportunities, while reconciling the cold facts that the world was still one where force and money were the actual levers of power, now and as they always have been. Millennials went to classes with the memory of the Columbine High School shooting in 1999, but schools were still largely as they had been for their Generation X predecessors. Few schools had lockdown drills, security cameras, or metal detectors. 

In his second year as Councilman in Parsippany, the young Republican is an energetic campaigner who won the Republican primary and general election two years ago and has subsequently been a strong force in local government. He has made it a priority to engage lower-turnout voters and hasn’t shied away from controversial local topics, at times putting him at odds with the Administration. In gear for re-election in two years, he’s considered a rising Republican star with higher office potential

Former Vice President of NJ Real Estate Investment Firm Faces Civil Enforcement Action for Deceptive $630 Million Scheme

Frank L. Cahill
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Former Vice President of NJ Real Estate Investment Firm Faces Civil Enforcement Action for Deceptive $630 Million Scheme

MORRIS COUNTY — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin declares that the New Jersey Bureau of Securities, operating under the Division of Consumer Affairs, has initiated a civil enforcement action against the ex-vice president of a New Jersey-based real estate investment company, which deceived investors from across the nation with a total investment of $630 million in the firm.

According to a complaint filed in Superior Court in Essex County Ivel Turner, a former vice president of the now-defunct National Realty Investment Advisors, LLC, fraudulently sold at least $2.35 million of unregistered securities issued by Oasis Realty Investment Group, LLC, a Delaware-based firm he founded while still working for NRIA, and then misused investors’ funds for his benefit.

Turner sold the fraudulent unregistered Oasis securities to at least two investors – including a New Jersey resident who invested $2.15 million – misrepresenting to them that their money would be used to buy and develop large-scale real estate projects, perform house flips of single-family homes valued over a million dollars, and invest in other real estate-related ventures that would generate profits of up to 13% a year.

In reality, Oasis had no involvement with large-scale real estate projects, and Turner misused at least $500,000 of the investor funds on retail and jewelry purchases at luxury stores, personal investments, school tuition, and other personal benefits.  Turner also transferred a significant portion of investor funds to Integrated Data Solutions, LLC, another entity he owned and controlled.

“The Oasis securities were fictional investments created out of whole cloth to generate money to enrich the defendant and support his lavish lifestyle,” said Attorney General Platkin. “New Jersey has zero tolerance for this kind of egregious deceit and exploitation of investors. The action filed today seeks to hold the defendant accountable for his unlawful conduct and send a strong message of deterrence.”

While previously employed by the Secaucus-based NRIA, Turner allegedly aided in fraudulent conduct that resulted in hundreds of millions of dollars in investor losses and led the Bureau to file a Summary Cease and Desist Order against the firm and several of its principals on June 21, 2022. Turner was not among those named in the Summary Order. NRIA filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in June 2022 and is no longer in operation.

According to the allegations contained in the complaint, while employed by NRIA, Turner began laying the groundwork for his fraudulent securities scheme, convincing at least two individuals interested in investing in NRIA securities to invest in Oasis securities instead.

Turner offered and sold the unregistered securities in the form of units of Oasis through an Oasis Private Placement Memorandum, and a series of Oasis websites.  At least one of these websites remains active.

According to the allegations contained in the complaint, the Oasis PPM and websites were replete with fraudulent misrepresentations and omissions regarding Oasis’ ownership, management, size, history, operations, Turner’s background, and how investor funds would be used.  The vast majority of the Oasis PPM’s text was taken word-for-word from the NRIA securities PPM, including specific information such as the date of corporate formation, the amount of funds raised, a history of regulatory and compliance issues, and the profiles and biographical information of “management.”  In most places, “Oasis” simply replaced “NRIA.”

“As alleged in the complaint, the defendant was on his way to recreating the kind of scheme that NRIA used to defraud millions of dollars from thousands of investors,” said Cari Fais, Acting Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs. “But Turner will no longer pose a threat to hard-working investors seeking to build their assets as a result of the Bureau’s action.”

The Complaint alleges that Turner and Oasis violated multiple provisions of the New Jersey Uniform Securities Law, including operating without the required registration, employing a scheme to defraud, making untrue statements of material fact, and omitting material facts in connection with the sale of Oasis securities.

“The conduct outlined in today’s filing serves as a sobering reminder to investors that not every investment offering is what it appears to be,” said Acting Bureau of Securities Chief Amy G. Kopleton. “Thoroughly vetting the offerings and confirming the veracity of the individuals marketing and selling them is paramount to avoiding the very expensive consequences of falling for a fraudulent investment.”

The Bureau is seeking court-ordered monetary penalties, investor restitution, disgorgement, and permanent injunctive relief barring the Defendants from violating the Securities Law or participating in the sale or issuance of securities in the future.

The Bureau’s investigation was handled by Supervising Investigator Irwin Slotnick and Investigator Boris Maltsev. Deputy Attorneys General Michael Eleneski and Claudia Lorenzo of the Securities Fraud Prosecution Section in the Division of Law’s Affirmative Civil Enforcement Practice Group are representing the Bureau in this matter, under the supervision of Assistant Attorney General Brian F. McDonough and Deputy Director Jason W. Rockwell.

The Bureau is charged with protecting investors from investment fraud and regulating the securities industry in New Jersey.

It is critical that investors “Check Before You Invest.” Investors can obtain information, including the registration status and disciplinary history, of any financial professional doing business to or from New Jersey, by contacting the Bureau toll-free within New Jersey at 1-866-I-Invest (1-866-446-8378) or from outside New Jersey at (973) 504-3600, or by visiting the Bureau’s website at www.NJSecurities.gov. Investors can also contact the Bureau for assistance, or to raise issues or complaints about New Jersey-based financial professionals or investments.

Rep. Sherrill Announces 2023 Heroes of NJ-11

Frank L. Cahill
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Rep. Sherrill Announces 2023 Heroes of NJ-11

PARSIPPANY — Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) announced today the 25 members of the NJ-11 community chosen to be honored as 2023 Heroes. 

Residents were encouraged to nominate everyday heroes in their lives to show that our community is incredibly grateful for all of their work. There was an outpouring of submissions from the community and Heroes were selected based on the information provided by the individual who nominated them. All 2023 Heroes live or work in NJ-11, and they will receive a congressional certificate recognizing their contributions to the community. 

“Each year, my office and I receive so many incredible submissions for our yearly Heroes program. This year is no different. I am so moved by the amazing people throughout our district making a difference in the lives of others. This year’s list of 25 amazing heroes includes teachers, community leaders, volunteers, healthcare providers, caregivers, and more. All are inspiring citizens whose stories should warm everyone’s hearts this holiday season. It is programs like this one that exemplify why I am proud to represent New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District,” said Rep. Sherrill.

NJ-11’s 2023 Heroes are:

  • Allison Gogarty, Morristown
  • Anthony Del Tufo, Nutley
  • Bridget Powers, Mountain Lakes
  • Christina Ferrante, Morristown / Wayne
  • Donna Lee Dragone, Totowa
  • Donna Tissot, Denville
  • Farah Rahman, Totowa
  • Grace Clemente, Denville
  • Ira Drucks, Livingston
  • James Spango, Essex County
  • Jessica Tomalo, Boonton
  • John Leshchuk, East Hanover
  • Julie Maykish, West Caldwell
  • Kai McNiel, Millburn
  • Lois Sackett, Rockaway Township
  • Madeline Gale and Reubena Spence, Montclair
  • Marty Kane, Jefferson and Gay Ann Bucci, Rockaway 
  • Nicole DiMaggio, Chatham
  • Richard Loveless, Roseland
  • Robert Rogers, Morristown
  • Sandy Goodman, Livingston
  • Sergeant Faegist Adlam, Picatinny Arsenal
  • Simeon Cohen, Livingston
  • Susette Bato, Belleville
  • Taek Sung Cho, Cedar Grove

Parsippany Hills High School Students Lead the Way in Climate Action with ‘Simply Green’ Initiative

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Parsippany Hills High School Students Lead the Way in Climate Action with ‘Simply Green’ Initiative

PARSIPPANY — Two Parsippany Hills High School students are among the 24th annual Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards winners.

The students Anika Arora and Divya Arora began their environmental work with a grassroots “Meatless Mondays” campaign in 2020 to raise awareness of the adverse effects of meat consumption on our climate.

With the support of the Parsippany Green Team (PGT), they presented their research at the town library, to the environmental advisory committee (PEAC), school principals, the Board of Education, and the Town Council.

They hosted tables and presented at town green fairs in 2022 and 2023 to educate the community on reducing their carbon footprint. In the summer of 2023, Anika and Divya conducted a “Climate Sciences Workshop” in town.

They built a guide for elementary students and educated them on the causes and effects of climate change using fun science experiments, arts, and games. During these past 3 years, Anika and Divya have taken on several other environmental initiatives. They participated in drain audits, and cleanups in town and outside and hosted an art fundraiser.  

They have attended the Columbia Climate School Eco-Ambassador programs and are certified in climate change leadership. Anika and Divya founded “Simply Green” (simply-green.org), dedicated to rallying youth to reverse climate change. They can be followed @_simply.green_

Defying Public Outrage, Council Reverses Course on Holding Controversial PILOT Meeting at 7PM

Frank L. Cahill
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Defying Public Outrage, Council Reverses Course on Holding Controversial PILOT Meeting at 7PM

PARSIPPANY — During the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council Meeting held on Tuesday, December 19, an overwhelming attendance of more than 200 individuals led the Parsippany-Troy Hills Fire Inspector to intervene, calling for the meeting’s immediate closure.

Township Clerk Khaled Madin announced that the room had exceeded its occupancy limit by 50 people and made a plea for 50 residents to leave voluntarily. Unfortunately, no one came forward, necessitating the termination of the meeting due to overcrowding.

Following this, Madin initially declared that the rescheduled meeting would occur at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 28. This announcement was met with strong disapproval, resulting in almost 250 attendees chanting “Shame on You.” Many hardworking residents expressed concerns about their ability to attend an afternoon meeting.

In response to the public’s outcry, Madin later amended the meeting time to 7:00 p.m., ensuring that all residents would have the opportunity to participate. (Listen to video)

In contrast, Parsippany Focus found out that the meeting is still scheduled for Thursday, December 28, at the Parsippany PAL, 33 Baldwin Road, but at 1:00 p.m., despite the public’s objections. (Click here to view the calendar)

“250 Parsippany voters shouted “SHAME, ON YOU” over and over again at the Town Council Meeting on Tuesday! What should they shout now in the face of this new disrespect and manipulation” said Parsippany resident Hank Heller.

Parsippany resident Dennis Letts expressed his frustration by stating, “Just when you think Barberio and his cronies couldn’t go any lower, they go back on their word and reschedule their next meeting for 1pm, when they know many residents will be at work and unable to attend. They have given into the special interests behind their corrupt PILOT’s while giving a huge middle finger to the residents of this town. Despite what we are being told, there is no good reason to do this except to squelch the voices of the people who put them in office. Their actions are shameful and we will not forget!.”

In an email to Council President Loretta Gragnani, Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Attorney Michael Lavery states “…There are a number of resolutions that were on the December 19th agenda that require passage by year-end, including the payment of Township bills. Accordingly, it is my opinion that a meeting must be held before year-end and enough time provided to members of the public for each item on the agenda to ensure that all of the business listed on the agenda is reached. As the agenda stands today, there are at least twelve (12) items that require public comment. Due to the number of people that are anticipated to attend the meeting and speak on various topics, I don’t believe the Township has any choice but to schedule a meeting before year-end and start the meeting earlier in the day to insure that all matters on the agenda may be reached.” (Click here to read the letter).

“250 Parsippany voters shouted “SHAME, ON YOU” over and over again at the Town Council Meeting on Tuesday, December 19! What should they shout now in the face of this new disrespect and manipulation” said Parsippany resident Hank Heller.

Councilman Justin Musella said “Mayor Barberio all along has been thumbing his nose at the public in hopes they don’t notice this disastrous PILOT program that does only one thing — line the pockets of his political cronies.”

“Adding insult to injury for the public, this mayor and Council President Loretta Gragnani reversed course on the original 7 PM time-slot. This obnoxious act is nothing short of cowardly and disgraceful. If the council truly believes these programs are in the best interest of Parsippany residents, they should have no problem making the meeting as accessible to the public as possible,” he continued.

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Parsippany Council to Hold Re-Organization Meeting

Frank L. Cahill
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Parsippany Council to Hold Re-Organization Meeting

PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council will hold its Reorganization Meeting on Tuesday, January 2 at 6:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard.

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The Agenda Meeting will follow immediately after. Formal action may or may not be taken.

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Mayor James Barberio
Councilman Paul Carifi, Jr.
Councilman Frank Neglia
Councilman Justin Musella
Councilwoman Judy Hernandez
Councilman Matt McGraft

Student-Athlete Nicolas Iannucci Competes on Eastern Swimming Team

Frank L. Cahill
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Student-Athlete Nicolas Iannucci Competes on Eastern Swimming Team

PARSIPPANY — Eastern Connecticut State University’s men’s and women’s swim teams recently began their winter 2023/24 seasons. The men’s roster contains 18 swimmers, and the women’s roster contains 25 swimmers.

Among the student-athletes is Nicolas Iannucci who participates in the breast/fly/individual medley events for the men’s team. Iannucci is a first-year student who majors in Business Administration.

Head Coach Sarit Gluz is pleased with what she has seen from her teams so far. “They are training hard and showing tremendous progress in the early part of the season,” said Gluz. “I expect both our men and women to be competitive for the top spots in the conference.”

The men’s and women’s teams began their seasons on October 20 at the University of St. Joseph Blue Jay Pentathlon in West Hartford, CT.

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