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Parsippany resident charged with DWI

PARSIPPANY — On Monday, May 13 at 1:17 a.m. Parsippany-Troy Hills Patrol Officer R. Taylor was patrolling Parsippany Road when he observed a 2000 Ford Ranger commit a motor vehicle violation.

He conducted a motor vehicle stop and made contact with the driver, Mr. Wilner Romero-Rodriguez, 45, Parsippany.

While speaking to Mr. Romero-Rodriguez, Officer Taylor detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from him, along with observing empty Corona beer bottles inside the vehicle.

After a brief investigation, he was placed under arrest for driving while intoxicated and transported to police headquarters for processing. While there, he was charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Driving While Suspended, Failure to Maintain Lane, Reckless Driving, Open Container of an Alcoholic Beverage in a Motor Vehicle, Failure to Provide Driver’s License and Unlicensed Driver.

He was released on his own recognizance pending his court date.

Editor’s Note: An arrest or the signing of a criminal complaint is merely an accusation.  Despite this accusation, the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until he or she has been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Jewelry stolen in home burglary on Glencove Road

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officers responded to a residence on Glencove Road for a reported burglary.

Upon their arrival, they spoke to the caller in the driveway. After a brief investigation, it was determined that the unknown suspect(s) shattered the rear sliding glass door to gain entry into the residence. Officers found the bedroom was ransacked by the unknown suspect(s). The burglary occurred between 5:45 p.m. and 9:40 p.m. on Friday, May 10.

The victim reported that multiple pieces of jewelry were stolen.

This incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Parsippany Police Department Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311.

Burglary to parked vehicle at Inn Crowd

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Patrol Officer D. Spadavecchia responded to the Inn Crowd for a reported vehicle burglary.

Upon his arrival, the caller advised him that a 2017 Ford Escape parked on the property was burglarized. After a brief investigation, it was determined that an unknown suspect shattered the driver’s side window.

The burglary is believed to have occurred between Thursday, May 9 and Friday, May 10.

This incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Parsippany Police Department Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311.

Middle School Principal Charged With Attempted Sexual Assault

DENVILLE — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Acting Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of Investigations Christoph Kimker and Chief Frank Perna of the Denville Township Police Department announce that Paul Iantosca, 52, of Randolph, has been charged with one count of Luring in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:13-6(a), a crime of the second degree, one count of Attempted Sexual Assault in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:5-1(a)(1)/2C:14-2(c(3)(b), a crime of the second degree; and one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C: 24-4(a)1, a crime of the third degree. Iantosca is the Principal at Valleyview Middle School in Denville.

These charges relate to actions Mr. Iantosca is alleged to have engaged in with a 16 year old former student.  The defendant was charged and is currently lodged at the Morris County Correctional Facility in accordance with Criminal Justice Reform.  No further information will be released at this time.

Prosecutor Knapp would like to thank the Denville Township Police Department and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Sex Crimes/Child Endangerment Unit, whose efforts contributed to the investigation of the matter.

Anyone with information relating to these or any related incident is asked to call Detective Lydia Negron at the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office at (973) 285-6213 or Det. Scot Tobin at the Denville Police Department at (973) 627-4900 ext. 9.

Editor’s Note: An arrest or the signing of a criminal complaint is merely an accusation.  Despite this accusation, the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until he or she has been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Morris County Teen Arts Festival at County College of Morris

Seventh Grade Mount Olive Middle School student Marco DeLeon playing the upright bass at the Morris County Teen Arts Festival. Photo by Allison Ognibene

MORRIS COUNTY — The arts are alive in Morris County! County College of Morris (CCM) hosted the 39th annual Morris County Teen Arts Festival on Friday, May 17.  Over  1,500 students and a staff of 40 professional artists participated in performances, critiquing seminars and workshops in every discipline.  The festival disciplines included art, dance, design, drama, graphic design, music, music recording, musical theater, photography, video and writing.

The focus of the Teen Arts Festival is not on competition but on celebration. The goals of the activities is to help students: develop perceptual, intellectual, social and technical skills; gain cultural awareness and understanding; develop personal cultural and aesthetic values; and learn self-discipline, critical thinking and problem solving through analyzing, interpreting and making assessments.

Funding of the event was made possible in part by grands from Morris Arts through the  New Jersey State Council on the Arts, Department of State, Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, a gift from the Mayo Performing Arts Center and further support was made possible due to a generous contribution from Home Depot.

Mount Olive Middle School Jazz Band perform “Topsy” and “Blues Walk” in CCM’s Dragonetti Auditorium at the Morris County Teen Arts Festival. Photo by Allison Ognibene
The Morris County Teen Arts Festival Fine Arts best in show winner is “Portrait Triptych,” acrylic on wood, by Chatham High School Senior, Madi Blanchard. Photo by Allison Ognibene
Guests viewing the Visual Arts Gallery at the Morris County Teen Arts Festival held at County College of Morris. Photo by Allison Ognibene
Dover High School Choir getting ready to perform at the Morris County Teen Arts Festival held at County College of Morris. Photo by Allison Ognibene

JCP&L conducting Annual Vegetation Management

PARSIPPANY —  Jersey Central Power and Light will be conducting their Annual Vegetation Management Aerial Patrol beginning Monday, May 20 and Tuesday, May 21, weather permitting.

The pilot will be in communication with any local airports, when in their airspace. The helicopter will be flying at a speed of about 35-40 mph above or alongside the lines and may circle around for a closer inspection.

 

Rep. Sherrill Votes for the Equality Act

PARSIPPANY — Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) voted in favor of H.R. 5, the Equality Act, to extend the anti-discrimination protections under the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to LGBTQ Americans in housing, education, employment, credit, public accommodation, federal funding, and federal jury service. Representative Sherrill is an original co-sponsor of H.R. 5.

“New Jersey recognized the gaps in current federal law and took steps to ensure equal treatment for our LGBTQ community,” said Representative Mikie Sherrill. “But in more than 30 states across the country, LGBTQ individuals can still be fired from their jobs, or evicted from their homes, because of who they are. The Equality Act brings federal law into alignment with what we’ve done in New Jersey, and is an important reflection of our American values. I am proud to see the bipartisan support for this measure in the House.”

“While LGBTQ New Jerseyans enjoy commonsense legal protections against discrimination, 44% of LGBTQ Americans still live in states where it is legal to fire, deny housing, or refuse service to someone simply because of who they are or who they love,” said Christian Fuscarino, executive director of Garden State Equality. “Today’s passage of The Equality Act in the House is a historic step forward to ensuring equality under the law truly means equality for all, and I am proud that New Jersey’s congressional delegation is leading the way in championing civil rights for LGBTQ Americans across the nation.”

Parsippany’s Womens Theater participates in PACC’s “Staples Business Showcase”

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany’s Womens Theater participated in Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce “Staples Business Showcase” earlier this week.

The Women’s Theater Company was distributing information on their upcoming performance “Disenchanted,” the Hilarious Hit Musical by Dennis Giacino.

Poison Apples. Glass Slippers, Who needs ’em? Not Snow White and her pose of disenchanted princesses in the hilarious hit musical that’s anything but Grimm. Forget the princesses you think you know – the original storybook heroines have come to life to set the record straight.

The show runs from May 31 to June 9. For advanced online reservations and more information click here or call (973) 335-3038. Parsippany Womens Theater is located at 1130 Knoll Road, Lake Hiawatha.

Staples is located in the Arlington Shopping Center, 760 Route 46. Their store hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. You can reach them by calling (973) 541-0300.

“Staples Small Business Showcase” is a monthly feature for Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC) members.  Member business and area non-profit groups can contact Frank Cahill at (973) 402-6400 if they are interested in participating in this program.

For more information on Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce, click here.

PACC is a service organization for businesses, merchants, residents, and volunteers that provides education, information, and networking opportunities to the Parsippany Area. PACC works with our local and county governments and stand ready to pursue any matter that can make our community a better place in which to live, conduct business, and make a living. They promote a healthy and more prosperous economic climate.

Parsippany’s Womens Theater is a member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.

Elks donates new swing set at Hills of Troy Park

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Elks Lodge #2078 recently purchased a swing set and donated them to the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills. The new swing set is being constructed at the Troy of Hills Park.

The Lodge used a $2,000.00 Community Investments Program Gratitude Grant from Elks National Foundation.

Parsippany Elks BPO Lodge is located at 230 Parsippany Road. For more information click here.

Hills of Troy Park is located in the center of the Hills of Troy neighborhood and is accessed from Homer Street. It has:

  • 1 Softball field
  • 2 Basketball courts
  • 2 Children’s play areas
  • Walking path

 

Parsippany Memorial Day Parade

PARSIPPANY — On Monday, May 27, Parsippany’s Memorial Day Parade will be held on North Beverwyck Road between 12:00 Noon and approximately 1:45 p.m.

The parade will start at the intersection of North Beverwyck Road and Katherine Drive and end at the reviewing stands near Super Foodtown. Due to the parade, there will be multiple road closures and detours starting at 11:30 a.m.

CCM Lady Titans Softball Team Advances to the Nationals Wrapping Up a Successful Academic Year

MORRIS COUNTY — The County College of Morris (CCM) Women’s Softball Team won the Divisional Championship Tournament on Saturday, May 11, beating Mercyhurst College in the final two games of the tournament. As a result, the Lady Titans now will travel to Mississippi to compete in the National Junior College World Series Tournament.

The tournament will be held in Clinton, MS, from May 22 to May 25. This will be the first time since 1991 that the Lady Titans Softball Team has participated in a national tournament. The team is also the Region XIX Champions for 2019.

“Coach Greg Wardlow and his team have worked very hard with our students and our Lady Titans have shown tremendous dedication to excellence throughout the year,” said Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, president of CCM. “I am very proud of each of them and how they have represented CCM. Watching our students excel on and off the field always makes me CCM proud as I am sure it does for the entire CCM family.”

During this season, the Lady Titans helped celebrate Wardlow’s 400th win since joining the team in 2005. His coaching background includes 25 years as player/manager for the Kings Athletic Club of Central Jersey, a highly successful men’s softball team. Wardlow also served as head coach of the 18U Old Bridge Knights, winning two Central Jersey championships in the New York /New Jersey travel league.

CCM participates in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region XIX. For the Spring 2019 season, the current record for the Lady Titans is 42-10. The team also won the Garden State Athletic Conference championship for 2019.

To learn more about the CCM softball program click here.

Bucco bill requiring Safe Haven education in high schools advances

BOONTON — Seventy-one babies have been legally surrendered since New Jersey’s Safe Haven Infant Protection Act was passed in 2000; however, moms abandoning or killing their newborns continues to make headlines.

Most recently, an 18-year-old Neptune High School student suffocated her newborn before the baby’s father threw him in a dumpster and a Little Ferry mother killed her five-day-old daughter because, according to reports, “she didn’t want her child.”

“Had these new mothers taken advantage of the Safe Haven law, these babies would be alive today,” said Assemblyman Anthony M. Bucco.

His bill (A1380) requiring school districts to provide students in grades 9 through 12 with information on the Safe Haven law is up for a vote in tomorrow’s Assembly Women and Children Committee.

“We need to be able to reach young people before it’s too late. In the unfortunate event someone is expecting an unwanted child, they can anonymously surrender their baby and there are no repercussions” said Bucco (R-Morris).

The Safe Haven law allows parents to drop off their unwanted and unharmed infants who are younger than 30 days old at police stations, emergency departments, first aid squads and fire stations with no questions asked and without fear of prosecution.

Research shows the risk of being a homicide victim is highest during the first year of life and can often be the result of an impulsive decision to leave a baby in an unsafe location. Most infant homicides occur at the hands of new mothers on the day of birth. More than half of all illegal abandonments in the nation result in death.

“Education and awareness are so important. It empowers people to make the right decision,” said Bucco.

If the legislation clears the committee, it will head to the Assembly for a vote. A Senate version of Bucco’s bill (S1126) passed by a 35-0 vote in June last year.

Morris County Park Commission Received Roots For Rivers Grant

MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Park Commission was recently awarded a $12,406.50 Roots for Rivers Grant to reforest a floodplain along a tributary of the North Branch of the Whippany River at Central Park of Morris County in Parsippany. The grant funded the purchase of 1,471 native trees and shrubs, as well as tubes and support stakes to protect the plantings from deer. The Roots for Rivers Reforestation Grant was funded by The Nature Conservancy and The Watershed Institute and works towards a goal to plant 100,000 trees in New Jersey floodplains by 2020.

The project site sits on the former Greystone Park State Psychiatric Hospital property, which is now managed by the Morris County Park Commission for passive recreational uses and conservation purposes. The 4-acre reforestation area is abandoned pasture land that became deteriorated by non-native, invasive plant species. Reforestation of the floodplain with native trees and shrubs will help filter water to improve water quality, absorb floodwaters, cool the stream for fish, and provide quality habitat for insects and wildlife.

To date, the Morris County Park Commission has worked with over 90 volunteers from Jersey Cares, the New York Red Bulls, Covanta Energy, Novartis, and the Whippany River Watershed Access Committee to plant and protect the trees. Species include a variety of oaks and maples, black gum, smooth alder, and American sycamore.

Volunteers are still needed to help complete the project. Any interested volunteers are encouraged to contact the Morris County Park Commission at (973) 326-7600 or info@morrisparks.net.

The Morris County Park Commission features one of the region’s best park systems in the state of New Jersey. It currently protects and maintains 20,197 acres at 38 distinct sites plus offers a year-round calendar of events and activities for all to enjoy!

New Jersey Banks Join The Safe Banking For Seniors Campaign

MORRIS COUNTY — New Jersey banks are partnering with senior-focused community groups throughout the state to educate older Americans on how to bank more securely. Bankers are sharing information on how to: choose the right financial caregiver, detect financial abuse, and avoid scams targeting older adults as part of this campaign.

Established by the American Bankers Association Foundation, Safe Banking for Seniors is an educational outreach program that provides bankers with tools and turn-key resources to educate their customers on how to protect themselves from financial exploitation as they age.

“NJBankers President and CEO John E. McWeeney, Jr. noted that “New Jersey’s banking community is committed to protecting senior citizens because they should be able to live free of abuse. Bankers are trained to look for signs of financial abuse and take this very seriously. Bankers also reach out directly to the elderly in the communities they serve with guidance for recognizing if their finances are being compromised.”

As a champion of the Safe Banking for Seniors program the New Jersey Bankers Association highlights the following red flags of elder financial exploitation:

  1. Unusual activity in an older person’s bank accounts, including large, frequent or unexplained withdrawals
  2. Changing from a basic account to one that offers more complicated services the customer does not fully understand or need
  3. Withdrawals from bank accounts or transfers between accounts the customer cannot explain
  4. A new “best friend” accompanying an older person to the bank
  5. Sudden non-sufficient fund activity or unpaid bills
  6. Closing CDs or accounts without regard to penalties
  7. Uncharacteristic attempts to wire large sums of money
  8. Suspicious signatures on checks or outright forgery
  9. Confusion, fear or lack of awareness on the part of an older customer
  10. Checks written as “loans” or “gifts”
  11. Bank statements that no longer go to the customer’s home
  12. New powers of attorney the older person does not understand
  13. A caretaker, relative, or friend who suddenly begins conducting financial transactions on behalf of the an older person without proper documentation
  14. Altered will and trusts

Organizations, coalitions, ministries, senior centers and the like can request a free banker presentation on Safe Banking for Seniors using the ABA Foundation FinEdLink portal. Click here to connect with a bank in your community and join the national effort to empower seniors in protecting their finances.

The ABA Foundation provides financial education initiatives and resources to help bankers further strengthen their communities.  The Foundation’s signature initiatives, Safe Banking for Seniors, Get Smart About Credit, Lights, Camera, Save! and Teach Children to Save, bring bankers and individuals of all ages together to improve financial knowledge.

To view the list of participating banks in New Jersey click here.

 

DeCroce and DePhillips shed light on potential savings in public-private partnerships

PARSIPPANY — A measure permitting public-private partnerships for energy-related projects cleared a legislative committee today creating an opportunity for more savings say Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce and  Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips.

“Everyone will see savings as a result of this legislation,” said DePhillips (R-Bergen). “We won’t burden our taxpayers for energy upgrades in our public schools and municipal buildings.  Public entities can get a more energy efficient infrastructure and the private companies can use the utility savings.”

The bill A4535 would permit government entities to enter into a contract with a private company to take over projects like replacing old heating and cooling systems or updating lighting to make them more energy efficient. The private company would be permitted to keep the difference in utility costs.

“It is a win-win,” said DeCroce (R-Morris). “This legislation will allow long-overdue projects to be undertaken without incurring the expense of millions of dollars in public funds. We will receive more reliable power in our government facilities.”

State law has allowed state and local governments as well as public school districts to form similar types of partnerships, commonly referred to as P3 agreements, for transportation and building projects.

The legislation would also create an Energy P3 unit in the Economic Development Authority to review and approve proposed projects.

Meet Johnny! He is ready to find his forever home!

PARSIPPANY — Meet Johnny! He is a one-year-old Black Lab puppy ready to find his forever home!

Johnny is an easygoing dog who LOVES to cuddle anytime and anywhere. He wants everyone he meets to hold him and give him lots of pets. In return, he will cover your face in kisses to show how much he loves you! While he is still a puppy, he is not rambunctious but enjoys a good romp in the yard.

A note from Johnny’s foster mom: “Johnny is one of the sweetest foster puppies we have ever had! All he wants is for you to love him. Whenever you sit down, he is ready to curl up on your lap.

He will usually rest his head on my chest or shoulder. He typically lays in his dog bed or on the couch when he is not playing outdoors or with his toys. He loves tennis balls and squeaky toys! He always aims to please and is a great listener.”

Johnny is working on learning his basic commands and has mastered “sit”, “paw”, “down”, “come” and “crate”. He is very food motivated and eager to learn. He sleeps through the night in his crate and is doing great with his potty training! Johnny walks great on a leash and enjoys going on walks! He would do wonderfully in a home with another dog and can also live with children 13 and up.

If you’re looking for a loving, sweet puppy, adopt Johnny!

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CCM Launches Culinary Certificate Program for Developmentally Disabled Adults

MORRIS COUNTY — County College of Morris (CCM) is launching the Culinary Opportunity Program (COP) for Adults with Developmental Disabilities, starting on May 20, as an eight-week term leading to a certificate of completion.

COP is designed to provide adults with developmental disabilities with the training and qualifications to work in a range of food production environments, including restaurants, cafeterias and specialty shops such as ice cream stores. COP courses take place Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The total cost is $1,998, payable over two sessions at $999 each. CCM will offer the program every eight weeks. The first group starts May 20 and runs through July 22. Each COP session is limited to eight students.  Registration is now taking place for the first program.

The Department of Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts at CCM developed the program in response to a growing need to provide adults with developmental disabilities with greater opportunities, notes Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, president of CCM.

“As a community college, our mission is to serve the entire community,” says Iacono. “This program will provide critical training for adults with developmental disabilities, who have aged out of the K-12 system, with a pathway for continued success.”

Students in the program will take four courses: Serv-Safe Food Handling, Cooking Traditions, Modern Cooking and Hospitality Work Experience. When possible, students also will take part in a 40-hour work opportunity.

Those accepted into the program will need to purchase a uniform and meet certain requirements, such as possessing a willingness to learn about and use commercial kitchen equipment, including mixers, gas stoves, convection ovens and dishwashers.

COP is being offered through the Center for Workforce Development at CCM. For more information and to apply click here.

MCDWC Condemns Isabella Alfano’s Offensive Attacks on Heather Darling

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Republican Committee Secretary Isabella Alfano, candidate for Morris County Surrogate, engaged in petty and personal attacks against her opponent, Freeholder Heather Darling, in Facebook posts on Monday, May 13.  In addition to hitting Darling on alleged “topless photos of her” online, Alfano charged that Darling’s political career was advanced due to an “improper” romantic relationship.

“Mudslinging about personal lives and physical appearance is an all too common obstacle women face when running for office, and we are unfortunately seeing that pattern continue in the Morris County Surrogate’s race and the Parsippany GOP,” said Meghan Lynch, chairwoman of the Morris County Democratic Women’s Caucus (MCDWC).  “The comments made by Isabella Alfano perpetuate the difficulties most female candidates experience, and should be a rallying cry for Republicans of conscience to call for her resignation from her party post.”

The “Unity Ticket” of incumbent Parsippany GOP Councilmembers Paul Carifi, Michael dePierro, and Loretta Gragnani are running under the banner of the Parsippany GOP in the June primary with the support of the Parsippany Republican Committee’s Executive Board.  The MCDWC is urging Carifi, dePierro, and Gragnani in particular, as standard-bearers of the organization, to publicly call for Alfano’s resignation as Parsippany GOP Secretary.

“The time has come for both parties to say no to image-shaming in all its forms,” Lynch continued.  “We should be able to stand up together and say what is clear: this is wrong.”

Parsippany-Troy Hills Council General Meeting – May 14, 2019

Parsippany-Troy Hills Council General Meeting – May 14, 2019 – Part 2

Teva Building Wins United Way Impact Award

PARSIPPANY — Teva Pharmaceuticals USA recently took home United Way of Northern New Jersey’s 2019 Impact Award as the region’s commercial real estate project with the greatest positive impact for moving its U.S. headquarters from Pennsylvania to Parsippany.

The award was announced May 10 during the 19th annual United Way Commercial Real Estate Network Legacy Luncheon, a fundraiser attended by 500 leading commercial real estate industry professionals with keynote speaker Marni Walden, a 20-year wireless industry veteran and former Verizon Communications Inc. top media executive.

Finn Wentworth, founder and partner of Normandy Real Estate Partners, was also honored at the event as the recipient of the United Way Spirit Award. The award honors an individual from the commercial real estate industry whose actions reflect the values of United Way.

Finn Wentworth, founder and partner of Normandy Real Estate Partners, receives the United Way Spirit Award from United Way of Northern New Jersey CEO John Franklin. The award, which was presented at the 19th annual United Way Commercial Real Estate Network Legacy Luncheon, honors an individual from the commercial real estate industry whose actions reflect the values of United Way. Photo credit: Steve Hockstein/HarvardStudio.com / Courtesy of United Way of Northern New Jersey

Due to the industry’s support of the luncheon, including Gold sponsors JLL, Mack-Cali Realty Corporation, Normandy Real Estate Partners, Turner Construction Company and WB Wood, United Way raised an estimated $290,000 for its work to improve life for ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) individuals and families who are working but struggling to afford the basics. Since 2000, the commercial real estate industry has helped to raise more than $2.9 million for United Way.

“We appreciate the longstanding support and generosity of this industry, which has helped put ALICE individuals and families on a path to financial stability,” said United Way Senior Vice President for Resource Development Theresa Leamy. “United Way also congratulates the Teva team for its commitment to retaining and creating jobs, providing a competitive workplace and having a positive impact on the local economy.”

Former Verizon Communications Inc. top media executive Marni Walden was the keynote speaker at the 19th annual United Way Commercial Real Estate Network Legacy Luncheon, which saw 500 leading industry executives come out to support United Way’s work in the region. Photo credit: Steve Hockstein/HarvardStudio.com / Courtesy of United Way of Northern New Jersey

Following upgrades to its Parsippany campus, Teva chose to stay in New Jersey and expand its operations by signing a long-term, 345,000-square-foot lease—the state’s largest in 2018. The lease will see the global generic drug maker move its U.S. headquarters from Pennsylvania to 400 Interpace Parkway, Parsippany, as it consolidates its operations into a more centralized location. The move is expected to bring more than 840 jobs to New Jersey while retaining some 230 existing positions. Sustainable features such as electric vehicle charging stations, white reflective roofs, HVAC upgrades and a main atrium with energy-efficient LED lighting were key to securing Teva’s re-commitment and expansion.

The winning team includes the landlord P3 Properties; tenant Teva Pharmaceuticals USA; brokers Cushman & Wakefield and JLL; architect and contractor Unispace; landlord law firm Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP; and engineer AMA Consulting Engineers, P.C.
The four other finalists for the award were Kindred/Atlantic Health System Rehabilitation Institute; Mack-Cali Realty Corporation’s Suburban Portfolio Transformation; Ralph Lauren Nutley Campus; and Verizon Global Headquarters Campus.

For more information about the United Way Commercial Real Estate Network or to support its mission, email Theresa.Leamy@UnitedWayNNJ.org or call (973) 993-1160, x105.

United Way of Northern New Jersey CEO John Franklin; former Verizon Communications Inc. top media executive and keynote speaker Marni Walden; Senior Managing Director for CBRE and event moderator Kim Brennan; United Way Senior Vice President of Resource Development Theresa Leamy; and Founder and Partner of Normandy Real Estate Partners and United Way Spirit Award recipient Finn Wentworth attend the 19th annual United Way Commercial Real Estate Network Legacy Luncheon. Photo credit: Steve Hockstein/HarvardStudio.com / Courtesy of United Way of Northern New Jersey

 

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