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Rainbow Lakes Fire Department members were recognized

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Frank L. Cahill
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Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Department

PARSIPPANY — Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Company, Parsippany District 2, held its annual Fire Company Dinner Dance and Awards Ceremony at the Mansion at Mountain Lakes on Saturday, evening, February 9. The evening was well attended and guests included community leaders and officers from neighboring fire companies, EMS and other emergency services.

Mayor Michael Soriano acknowledged the members of District 2 for their outstanding volunteer service to the residents and businesses of Parsippany. Chief Doug Reighard proudly summarized the past years activities and thanked the members for performing hundreds of hours of firematic and community services.

Numerous members were recognized for their years of service and contributions to the Fire Company.   Maryia Lysak was presented a certificate for her successful completion of Fire Fighter 1 at the Morris County Fire Academy. George Appel and Russ Grueter were recognized for 40 years of service to the fire company.  Joe Reeber was honored for his service as Deputy Chief and will continue serving the community in a line officer position as Captain.  Charles Iantosca was recognized by Chief Reighard and Company President Frank DeRienzo as “Rainbow Lakes Firefighter of the Year”.

The Fire Companies next special event will be the annual fish and chicken fundraiser dinner on Friday, March 15, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with take out available. Tickets are $16.00 for adults and $12.00 for children. Please call (973) 652-0851 or [email protected] for tickets.

In addition an information table will be available for those interested in becoming a member as a firefighter or in a support position as an auxiliary member.

 

Assembly approves DeCroce bill protecting insurance buyers and sellers

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Frank L. Cahill
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Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce

PARSIPPANY — Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce’s legislation to relieve insurance brokers from costly, over-burdensome requirements was approved by the Assembly. The bill (S2475/A2034) alters the standard of care for agent malpractice liability.

New Jersey law protects policyholders against errors by insurance professionals. The courts, however, established a fiduciary standard that increases broker liability.

The fiduciary standard of care requires financial professionals to put their clients’ interests above their own. The current standard in New Jersey requires insurance agents to purchase more expensive coverage than other states.

“It’s an unnecessarily rigid standard,” said DeCroce (R-Morris). “It increases the cost of doing business for brokers, driving the cost of malpractice protection through the roof. Consumers in New Jersey have some of the best protections in the nation. This standard is a belt and suspenders for policyholders that is unwarranted.”

DeCroce noted the bill ensures protections for both policy-buyers and businesses.

“Insurance is not one-size-fits-all,” said DeCroce. “Removing the need for high-cost coverage that threatens to drive brokers out of business allows consumers to retain access to insurance professionals who are familiar with their needs.”

Letter to the editor: Parsippany Tax Troubles

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Frank L. Cahill
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Dear Editor:

On February 19 this writer attended a meeting at Parsippany Town Hall to listen to the introduction of our new budget and to listen to the discussion on 1515 Route Ten and the plans for it.

Our new Business Administrator Keith Kazmark, also the Mayor of Woodland Park, a community five times smaller than Parsippany, started the meeting with a slide show presentation, with the usual slides, showing this and showing that, telling us that “I have worked with the instructions that the Mayor has given me that not one person who works for the town will lose their job!”

He went on to say that starting with the Police Department which will receive a 7% salary increase, plus any cost of living increase, to the white collar workers who will receive only 2% increase. There was the usual blaming the past administration, with the Mayor sitting there observing as if he had never seen any financial data on the town when he was running his 2017 campaign – although the budget and all expenditures are available for anyone to read as they are Public Information.

After blaming everything on the previous mayor, we finally reached the point where Mr. Kazmark dropped his bomb. THE NEW BUDGET WILL CARRY A 4.75% INCREASE for the next years property taxes. The State mandate is that budget should NOT exceed a 2% increase to attempt to keep the property taxes at least more affordable. This did not deter Mr. Kazmark.

At no time did Mr. Kazmark or the Mayor say that if they reduced the number of employees by just one person per department this increase would not occur, there was never a mention that Townhall has more employees now than it ever has and most of those new employees are in the Mayor’s Office.

Mayor Soriano is a good Union man, he is a member of the electrical Trades union in New York City, and also a good democrat, that combination leads inevitably to what he has done in Parsippany. Add unneeded employees to the payrolls, make a promise to not reduce the number of employees in town, no matter how much of a tax increase we have to support those employees, and add to this his apparent desire to bring “Affordable Housing” to Parsippany and we see a man who ran of the slogan “BRING CHANGE TO PARSIPPANY”. The change will drive those people on fixed incomes right out of town.

I suggest to Mr. Kazmark that you go back to the drawing board and bring a REAL LIFE budget to the Town Council, because unlike your job the people of Parsippany VOTE for the people who sit on the Town Council as well as the mayor job. We saw in the last election a bad decision by the previous mayor regarding an unwanted shopping center on Route 46 and he is now employed somewhere else but NOT here in Parsippany, he was joined on the unemployment lines with two councilman who supported the shopping center. I hope that our Council Members, including the two new democrats will have the Hutzpah to tell the Mayor and Mr. Kazmark where they can put this very BAD BUDGET … People of Parsippany deserve a budget they can afford, not some pie in the sky nonsense.

Vito Sacco
Parsippany

Parsippany Child Care Day Center held fundraiser at Painting with a Twist

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Frank L. Cahill
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Peggy Rauscher, Tara Bartley, Judy Hernandez, Gordon Meth and Casey Kaushik Parikh.

PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Child Care Day Center held a fundraiser at “Painting with a Twist.”  The Parsippany Child Care Day Center raised over $200.00

Painting with a Twist® painting sessions are fun art, not fine art. Invite your friends, sip your favorite beverage and enjoy step-by-step instruction with our experienced and enthusiastic local artists. It’s a colorful, casual party atmosphere where you’ll leave your cares behind and go home with a one-of-a-kind painting created by you.

Painting with a Twist® is located at 440 Main Road, Montville.

Bring your favorite bottle of wine or beverage, and paint along with their artist to create your own work of art that you will take home at the end of the evening.

They provide all painting supplies and artist instructions. No art experience is needed. Simply be ready to have a Twisted good time!

 

 

Son of Italy 2561 prepares food for Par-Troy Wrestling Club Fundraiser

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Frank L. Cahill
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Par-Troy Wrestler Trevor Ridzyowski has Mayor Michael Soriano in a headlock

PARSIPPANY — On Saturday, February 23, The Par-Troy Wrestling Club sponsored a “Pasta Dinner” held at Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire Department District 5, 180 Old Bloomfield Avenue.

Members of Sons of Italy 2561 graciously prepared the pasta, gravy and meatballs; sliced the bread and served the meals to all the attendees during the fundraiser.

The Par-Troy Wrestling Club would like to thank the following sponsors and donors: Verde Restaurant, Tabor Pizza, Bagel City Grille, Eccolla, Joe Canal’s, Mule Tavern, Sports Clips, PTWC, Little Viking Cheer, Little Viking Football, Par Troy West Little League, Cinepolis Theatre, Pinnacle Athletic Development, Scorpions Wrestling Club, Jazzercise, Riola Printing, Parsippany Lacrosse, Zinburger, Outback Steakhouse, Shoprite of Parsippany, Funplex, The Costello, Stevens, Madia, Ridzyowski, Stanziele, Andersen and Skennion families; and of course to The Sons of Italy 2561 for the delicious pasta dinner.

Over 200 attend Morris County Republican Unity Breakfast

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Frank L. Cahill
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Freeholders Thomas J. Mastrangelo, Kathryn A. DeFillippo, Assemblyman Anthony Bucco, Michael Patrick Carroll, Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce, Sheriff James Gannon and Freeholder Director Doug Cabana

MORRIS COUNTY — Great turnout for the Morris Republican Team Unity breakfast where over 200 dedicated Republicans were in attendance at the Hanover Manor, 16 Eagle Rock Road, East Hanover.

A special prayer went out for Senator Tony Bucco for a quick recovery from throat cancer and to Marie Fragomeni on the loss of her husband, John, this week.

The Unity Breakfast was for this year’s Morris County incumbents running for re-election which include Assemblyman Anthony Bucco, Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce, Sheriff James Gannon, Freeholders Tom Mastrangelo, Douglas R. Cabana and Kathryn A. DeFillippo. Also Michael Patrick Carroll is seeking to fill current Surrogate John Pecoraro who is retiring at the end of his term. Michael Patrick Carroll is current Assemblyman in Legislative District 25.

”It was great to see such dedicated hard working Republicans coming out on a Saturday morning to support our incumbent candidates on their re-election. We will definitely be doing this event every year and hopefully adding more interested candidates in the future,” said Rob Zwigard.

Parsippany PAL competition cheer program is hosting a competition

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany PAL competition cheer program is hosting a competition at Parsippany High School on Sunday, March 3. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. $10.00 admission.

The PAL cheer program and the high school program will both be performing and the Little Vikings cheer team will be competing.

Parsippany High School is located at 309 Baldwin Road.

Breaking News: Little Viking Cheer Competition Team won National Champs

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Little Viking Cheer Competition Team won National Champs at the Reach the Beach National Competition in Ocean City Maryland.

During the two day competition, Little Viking Cheer Competition Team competed on Saturday, February 23 at 10:30 a.m. and competed again on Sunday, February 24 at 10:30 a.m. Each girl received a national champ jacket. They competed in the Level 2 Youth division. They competed against teams from New Jersey, Maryland and Pennsylvania.

Little Viking Cheer Competition Team consists of Abbey Collings, Addison Martell, Ava Vicenzino, Briana Kelly, Emma Lutkowski, Gabriella Albano, Gianna Imperati, Hannah Simoni, Isabel Oliveira, Jackie Baumann, Kaitlyn Napolitano, Kayla Simoni, Kayla Mautone, Kiki Toribio, Mackenzie Forgatch, Maya Spencer Ali, Nola Anderson, Peyton Poff, Sofia Garcia, Sophia Vico. Coaches Alyssa Brennan and Ally Warner.

Little Viking Cheer Competition Team won National Champs at the Reach the Beach National Competition in Ocean City Maryland
Little Viking Cheer Competition Team won National Champs at the Reach the Beach National Competition in Ocean City Maryland
Little Viking Cheer Competition Team won National Champs at the Reach the Beach National Competition in Ocean City Maryland

Teen Arts Traveling Exhibit Visits CCM Art and Design Gallery

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Frank L. Cahill
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Young artists at work at the 2018 County College of Morris Teen Arts Festival

MORRIS COUNTY — The County College of Morris (CCM) Art and Design Gallery is pleased to announce the upcoming installation of the 2018 New Jersey State Teen Arts Festival Traveling Exhibition.

The touring exhibit runs from March 4 through March 26 in the CCM Art and Design Gallery in the Sherman H. Masten Learning Resource Center, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph. The CCM Art and Design Gallery is open Mondays through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The Teen Arts Festival exhibit showcases the artwork of 56 New Jersey high school students who received the highest accolades in the 2018 New Jersey State Teen Arts Festival. The award-winning pieces consist of a variety of artistic mediums such as photography, painting and design. The exhibition has been traveling the state since July 2018 and will be conclude its run in May 2019.

Since its formation in 1969, the Teen Arts Festival has encouraged middle and high school students to pursue their artistic passions and build upon their talents. CCM over the past 38 years has served as a host institution with professors and staff conducting workshops in art, design, drama, graphic design, music, theater, photography, video and writing.

For information on the academic programs offered through the Art and Design department at CCM, click here.

Breaking news: Heather Darling to run for Surrogate

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Frank L. Cahill
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Morris County Surrogate Heather Darling

MORRIS COUNTY — STATEMENT FROM HEATHER DARLING

I am announcing my candidacy for Morris County Surrogate. Current Surrogate John Pecoraro is retiring at the end of his term.

My 15 years of legal and business experience in private practice, having provided legal representation to many individuals in the Morris County Surrogate’s Court along with my personal experiences will ensure that the benefits to the individuals served by this office are maximized.

Each and every day the media is replete with stories of seniors being scammed and it kills me when I hear about our seniors being taken advantage of. I grew up with only one parent and he was a senior by the time I was 10 years old. I saw people try over and over to take advantage of him for no reason other than his age.

As a Freeholder, most members of the community who contacted me for assistance contacted me about their elderly parents or children with special needs. I realized that this is an area where I can make a real difference for the people of Morris County.

The senior and special needs populations are often ignored and left to fend for themselves. When relatives do try and help with benefits, housing or medical appointments, they find themselves shut out of the process. A guardian is a person who has been appointed by the court to conduct the general care and control of another person. For seniors and citizens with special needs who are becoming adults, guardianship proceedings are handled through the Surrogate’s Court. Most people do not know much about the Surrogate’s Court, the benefits that can be obtained or how to go about obtaining guardianships.

This vacancy in the Surrogate’s Office offers an opportunity for me to bring new ideas and make significant changes for the benefit of seniors and special needs citizens in Morris County.

Although I love being a Freeholder, there is a need in Morris County that I believe I am the perfect person to fill and through which I can help some of our most vulnerable citizens. The Surrogate’s Office is most often associated with Probate matters but there is more to it. As a legal practitioner representing clients in the Morris County Surrogate’s Court, including having served as a court appointed guardian, I have a strong grasp of the inner workings of the Surrogate’s Office from an attorney perspective and, sadly, I have had opportunities to visit for probate matters within my family. These experiences help me to see where and how the needs of clients and their representatives can be served.

As Surrogate, I will ensure the Morris County Surrogate’s Office has a high level of visibility and becomes a well known and accessible resource for seniors, special needs citizens and their families. I love serving the public and I realize that the Surrogate’s office is where I can benefit the people of Morris County on an individual basis.

Letter to the editor: Denville Board of Adjustment hearing Billboard on Route 10

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Frank L. Cahill
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parsippany focusDear Editor:

On Wednesday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m. in  Town Hall Council Chambers the Denville Township Board of Adjustment will continue the public  hearing  for an application with major changes to the large billboard on the Pelican property at the congested intersection of Route 10 west. (Note: Pelican is not the applicant) Several key variances are needed by the sign owner applicant. The public is invited to come out to observe and speak. You don’t have to live in Denville to come out or speak. These approvals are needed before NJDOT can grant a permit.

There are several zoning variances to be considered by the Board of Adjustment. …not necessarily approved…

  1. The present traditional  billboard is considered static despite its periodic signage changes. The new billboard will be LED, such as a large TV screen with constant changing and moving scenes. The present bight billboard is only lit dusk to dawn. The new billboard will be in colored motion glowing 24 hours a day, rain or shine, fog or snowstorm, 365 days a year in both directions. It will not be a quick read, but repeated review of new  pictures and words as it changes constantly.
  2. For those living in Denville and Parsippany and can see the present billboard it is 32 feet high with a variance requested for it to go up another 20 feet at 57 feet towering above the trees and Route 10 buildings in order for it to be seen further. Note: Residents  were not noticed, because you do not live close enough. The Historic District on Route 10 and Cooper Road was not noticed due to required distance also.
  3. The proposal includes an increase in the square footage size of the present  billboard on both sides. Again making it more visible.
  4. The fourth variance requests the billboard move forward making it  6 [six] feet from Route 10 west at the intersection of two jug handles, Pelican driveway, a traffic light, and a strip mall, etc……This dangerous location needs no more distractions. Commuters sit in congestion coming east and west. The rule at the light is don’t move too quickly as someone is about to run the light as it changes. Frequently, the intersection is blocked with cars that did not make it. With multiple turns and lane changes another distraction this close to the intersection is another dangerous diversion. This sign will be seen from the bend in Route 10 in the eastbound lane around the Shoppes of Union Hill and as far back in the west bound lane before light at Gibraltar Drive in Parsippany. This area already has many accidents reported by multiple law enforcement agencies. Speeding is an issue. Drivers watch for lane changers, frequent turners, traffic light changes and those who ignore the lights  … will now  hope the drivers surrounding them will not be taking in screen time outside the car. The eastbound lane is known for ice flows and black ice and sun glare.

Route 10 in Denville used to have less traffic and more trees. That character is slowly eroding. There is still dedicated open space and a historic district along Route 10 in Denville and residents from Denville and Parsippany live in close proximity. These approvals could open up Route 10 for more such modern electronic devices. Many areas of the state are in fact protected from these billboards and their proliferation. Much has been written about their impact on a whole range of things from wildlife to senior sight. But no one can debate the purpose of these new billboards …to get your attention repeatedly. What does that mean?? ….taking your eyes off the road over and over again. In this intersection it means missing the sudden stop…the turner…the light…the speeder…the lane changer…traffic slowing… the black ice…adjusting from sun glare and dark skies…How do you make a dangerous intersection and the unpredictable  areas in both directions leading up to it more dangerous? Add another distraction! If you travel or live near Route 10 you know these approvals will cause havoc.

Sue Schmidt

Editors Note: The Denville Municipal Building is located at 1 St. Marys Place.

Emma Lipkin made high honor roll at Gill St. Bernards

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Frank L. Cahill
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Emma Lipkin

PARSIPPANY — Emma Lipkin, a Junior at Gill St Bernard’s High School in Peapack-Gladstone, has made the High Honor Roll (Must have all A’s) for the fall semester.

Emma Lipkin

Emma is a lifelong Parsippany resident who went to Littleton Elementary, Brooklawn Middle School and now is attending Gill St. Bernard’s High School in Peapack-Gladstone.

Gill St. Bernard’s High School is an independent, non-sectarian, college-preparatory day school serving approximately 700 students from age three through grade 12.

They offer a comprehensive and balanced curriculum and work to instill in our students a set of values that include compassion, service, responsibility and integrity.

For more information click here.

Isaiah Lipkin made Dean’s list for Northeastern University

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Frank L. Cahill
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Isaiah Lipkin

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany resident Isaiah Lipkin, a 2018 graduate of Gill St. Bernard’s High School, has made the Dean’s list for his Freshman Fall Semester at Northeastern University in Boston.

Isaiah attended Littleton Elementary, Brooklawn Middle School and then Gill St. Bernard’s High School In Peapack-Gladstone.

The Northeastern University D’Amore-McKim School of Business was founded in 1922 and the Graduate School of Business Administration in 1952.

Nora Rigolosi named to Dean’s List at Felician University

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Frank L. Cahill
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Nora Rigolosi

PARSIPPANY — Nora Rigolosi, a 2018 graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, was named on the Dean’s list for the Fall of 2018 at Felician University. She was also accepted into their honors program.

Nora is majoring in Early childhood education in English and teacher of students with disabilities and a minor in Behavioral Analysis in Autism.

Founded in 1942 by the Felician Sisters, Felician University is one of the few Franciscan universities in the country, and the only one in New Jersey. They’ve built their reputation with an emphasis on service and respect for humanity, as was the dream of Blessed Mary Angela Truszkowska – the foundress of the Felician Sisters more than a century ago. Even today, we strive to represent those values in everything we do.

They provide the individualized attention and support to prepare students for life, and success, after graduation. More than just quality students, they’re graduating valuable members of society who are prepared to take on the challenges of an ever-changing world. As a co-educational, liberal arts institution, Felician is home to approximately 2,300 undergraduate, graduate and adult studies students. With full-time, part-time and online offerings, you can expect an accommodating university experience at Felician University.

For more information click here.

2019 Proposed Tax Increase: Average home $310,736 Municipal Tax increase is $89.53

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — At the Tuesday, February 19 Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council meeting, Business Administrator Keith Kazark presented the 2019 Municipal Budget to members of the Council and residents of Parsippany-Troy Hills.

The 2019 average home in the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills is valued at $310,736.00. Based on the average, the MUNICIPAL portion of your tax bill will increase $89.53 per year, or a 4.72% increase. The amount will increase from 2018 which was at $1899.00 to $1988.00 in 2019.

The Township Council has scheduled two budget hearings for Tuesday, February 26 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 2, at 11:00 a.m. At that time they will meet with the Department Heads to review the budget and analysis and make possible cuts, if any.

The budget will be introduced at the Tuesday, March 16 Township Council meeting at 7:00 p.m.; The public hearing and final adoption is scheduled for Tuesday, April 16 at 7:00 p.m.

Budget Highlights Mandatory increases a total of $3,224,547 or 83.24%.

• Police Salaries & Wages are increasing $868,545. (+7%)
• The pension increase, for PERS and PFRS is $797,071.
• The debt service increase is $726,755.
• Blue Collar Salaries & Wages are increasing $307,875.(+3.5%)
• The 5-year Emergency for Retirement payouts result in a $150,426 increase.
• Social Security payments are increasing by $100,000.
• Tipping Fees for Solid Waste Collections are up $100,000.
• The RUT (Reserve for Uncollected Taxes) is increasing by $70,000.
• Radio Communication costs to County for the full year increased by $51,800.
• Due to the State Law increasing the Minimum Wage P/T lines items must be adjusted by $50,000.
• White Collar Salaries & Wages (2%) increase by$216,000.
• The Public Library increase, above the Statutory required amount is $367,644.
• The start of the TNR (Trap, Neuter, Release) program is a $25,000 increase.
• Payroll Processing and Grant Writer equal a $15,000 increase each (not budgeted for in 2018).

Budget Highlights Discretionary increases a total of $649,044 or 16.77%.

• White Collar Salaries & Wages (2%) increase by$216,000.
• The Public Library increase, above the Statutory required amount is $367,644.
• The start of the TNR (Trap, Neuter, Release) program is a $25,000 increase.
• Payroll Processing and Grant Writer equal a $15,000 increase each (not budgeted for in 2018).
• Daycare Center, $10.400

Proposed Property Tax Bill Breakdown
School Tax 65.77% $1.949
Municipal Tax 21.60% $0.640
Municipal Open Space 0.68% $0.020
Library 1.34% $0.040
County 10.26% $0.304
County Open Space 0.35% $0.010

 

Click here to download the slide show presentation, Mr. Kazmark presented at the meeting.

Update: Lost Dog has been found

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Rudy, a male dog, with only three legs, was last seen on Eastbrook Road and East Halsey Road on Friday, February 22.

It was reported on Saturday morning that Rudy has been found and is home safe.

Rudy is very timid and will run away. Please do not chase.   Call owner at (347)743-7333 or (917) 202-7824 with any sightings.

Fight broke out at Basket of Cheer

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Frank L. Cahill
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Fight broke out at Basket of Cheer. Photo by Andrew Mohammed

PARSIPPANY — Multiple Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officers responded to the Basket of Cheer, 149 North Beverwyck Road, on Friday, February 15 at 9:35 p.m. on a report of a large fight.

Upon their arrival, they observed Dennis Lake, 44, Hopatcong, who was outside the bar and had a belt wrapped around his hand.

Patrol Officers A. Ohlsen and J. Mendez immediately detained Mr. Lake. After a brief investigation, it was determined that a fight occurred outside of the bar and the 40 year old male victim received injuries to his head after Mr. Lake struck him with the belt.

Mr. Lake was placed under arrested and transported to Parsippany Police Headquarters for processing. He was charged with One count of Third Degree Aggravated Assault with a Weapon; One count of Third Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose.

He was transported to the Morris County Correctional Facility. He was subsequently released from custody on Sunday, February 17 after his initial appearance in Court.

Editor’s Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Jordan Simpson named to Dean’s List at Caldwell University

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Frank L. Cahill
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Jordan Simpson

PARSIPPANY — Jordan Simpson, a 2018 graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, has been named to the Caldwell University Dean’s List for the Fall 2018 Term.

Full-time students who achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or higher at the end of the term are placed on the Dean’s List at the University. Caldwell University was founded as a Catholic liberal arts college by the Sisters of Saint Dominic.

The University offers thirteen graduate degree programs, along with a number of post-baccalaureate and post-masters’ programs. Caldwell University fields 15 NCAA Division II teams.

One Jersey Cash 5 Ticket Wins $68,838 in Montville

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Frank L. Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY — One lucky ticket matched all five numbers drawn winning the $68,838 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot from the Thursday, February 21 drawing.

The winning numbers were:  11, 25, 31, 37 and 39 and the XTRA number was:  03.

The lucky retailer that sold the winning ticket is 7-Eleven #11441, 269 New Changebridge Road, Pine Brook.

Meet Layla: She is looking for a new chapter in her life

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Meet Layla! She is a two-year old Yorkie Maltese mix. She experienced a rough start at life but is ready for a new chapter!

She was used for breeding by her original owner who soon abandoned her in an apartment with another dog. They were alone for nearly three months with limited food and water until W.A.R stepped in. It was discovered that Layla was pregnant, so she safely delivered six puppies while in foster care. Her pups have all been adopted and now it is Layla’s turn!

Layla is very sweet and aims to please. She takes time to warm up to new people, but once she does, she is a lovebug!

The quickest way to Layla’s heart is with treats and belly rubs. She is extremely food motivated. Her favorite treats are lamb lung and chicken. Layla LOVES belly rubs! She could lay on her back for hours with someone petting her.

Layla is low to moderate energy. She enjoys going on daily walks but when inside, she just lays by your side. She would prefer to have an owner who is home most of the day to keep her company.

Layla does well with other dogs and would be fine in a home with cats. Because she is still a shy girl, it would be best she went home with kids above the age of 13.

If you are interested in adopting Layla, please fill out an application by clicking here.

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