PARSIPPANY — The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills will hold the annual Fall Festival on Sunday, September 30 from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 p.m. The event will take place on North Beverwyck Road, in the Lake Hiawatha Section of the roadway. There will be plenty of food, games, rides for the children and more. Last year over 10,000 people attended the event.
The town-wide celebration not only provides an opportunity to highlight township programs, services, organizations and businesses, but also encourages community spirit.• Dogs, Civilian Drones, Bikes, Fireworks, Roller Blades/Skates, Skateboards are not permitted.
• North Beverwyck Road (from Vail Road through Longview Avenue) will be closed to all traffic from 8:30 a.m. until approximately 6:00 p.m. Traffic will be detoured around the area.
• People needing access to Foodtown or the Quick Chek shopping area should take Rockaway Place to Condit Avenue to Crescent Drive to Claudine Terrace. Signs will be posted.
The following intersections on North Beverwyck Road will be blocked:
Longview Avenue
Oneida Avenue
Iroquois Avenue
Chesapeake Avenue
Hiawatha Boulevard
Minnehaha Boulevard
Lake Shore Drive
Claudine Terrace (Access limited to vehicles travelling to the shopping center)
Condit Avenue
Vail Road
PARSIPPANY — The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills hosted a free event on Saturday, September 29 to inspect children car seats. This event was sponsored by Par-Troy Emergency Medical Services, Morristown Memorial Hospital and Safe Kids Northern New Jersey.
Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians were on hand to inspect your car seat for proper installation, fit and use.
Safe Kids coalitions lead their communities in reducing child injury and host more than 8,000 free car seat inspection events across the country. The trained technicians taught parents everything they need to know to make sure the car seat is installed and used correctly.
The car seat check was held at Parsippany-Troy Hills Town Hall, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard
For additional information, please call Dean Snook at (973) 263-7387 or email dsnook@parsippany.net.
Members of the Parsippany Emergency Medical Services posing with Mayor Michael Soriano during the car seat inspection held at Parsippany Municipal BuildingMembers of Safe Kids USA with members of Parsippany Emergency Medical ServicesParsippany Office of Emergency Management Member Nicolas Limanov (center) and Freeholder Heather Darling pose with members of the Parsippany Emergency Medical ServicesMembers of the Parsippany Emergency Medical Services
PARSIPPANY — At a meeting held at Parsippany-Troy Hills Municipal Building on Monday, September 24, Mayor Michael Soriano presented a proclamation to Parsippanong Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), proclaiming the week of September 17 to September 23 “Constitution Week.”
Members of Parsippanong Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution attended the presentation.
Daughters of the American Revolution organization was founded in 1890 with the simple mission of promoting historic preservation, education and patriotism. These timeless, overarching principles keep the DAR strong and vitally relevant in this ever-changing world.
This nonprofit, nonpolitical volunteer women’s service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history and securing America’s future through better education consists of over 185,000 members in 3,000 chapters across the world. These vibrant, active women are the heart of the organization.
The grassroots work of DAR volunteers promotes the organization’s objectives of historic preservation, education and patriotism.
The Parsippanong Chapter was organized in the Parsippany-Troy Hills area on October 4, 1912, with Ruth E. Tichenor Fairchild (Mrs. Vandyke), Organizing Regent.
The Loantaka Chapter, which covered the areas of Chatham, Florham Park and Madison, New Jersey, was organized in 1927, with Jane Wilson Graham Ridley (Mrs. Joseph) as Organizing Regent. The Chapter was named for the original native Americans who lived in the vicinity.
Reflecting the abundant waters in the area, both names are native American names, one meaning “creek’ and the other, “place of two rivers.”
Past achievements of the Loantaka Chapter include their support of efforts to make Jockey Hollow a national memorial park, and participation in the celebration of the National Parks bicentennial in 1972. The Parsippanong Chapter sponsored Memorial Day Services at the Parsippany Presbyterian Church Cemetery where there are 84
Revolutionary War graves.
For more information on Parsippanong Chapter click here.
Proclamation proclaiming “Constitution Week”The Parsippanong Chapter DAR at Parsippany-Troy Hills Main Public Library, 449 Halsey Road.The Parsippanong Chapter DAR at Parsippany-Troy Hills Main Public Library, 449 Halsey Road.The Parsippanong Chapter DAR at Parsippany-Troy Hills Main Public Library, 449 Halsey Road.The Parsippanong Chapter DAR at Parsippany-Troy Hills Main Public Library, 449 Halsey Road.
PARSIPPANY — Noah is available for Adoption. Noah is an eight month old purebred German Shepherd.
He was surrendered by his owner because they could no longer keep him. Noah is very friendly and knows basic obedience.
He is also good with other dogs and children. Noah is UTD on vaccines and is scheduled to be neutered before he goes into his new home.
They do require a meet and greet with your dog if you have one. We are accepting applications for him, so if you are interested in meeting him, please come by the Parsippany Animal Shelter, 1069 Parsippany Boulevard anytime on Monday through Friday 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday or Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon..
TRENTON — Governor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Democratic State Committee Chairman John Currie join Democratic leaders from across the state including Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver, First Lady Tammy Murphy and Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg in denouncing disparaging comments made by Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7). Lance was caught on tape saying he “tends not to believe” Dr. Ford’s allegations she was sexually assaulted by Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh.
STATEMENT
“We find it appalling that Congressman Lance would prejudge Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and refuse to even listen to her testimony before publicly declaring that he does not believe her. Dr. Ford has shown an incredible degree of courage in coming forward to tell her story, and Congressman Lance’s unwillingness to consider her testimony shows how little respect he has for survivors of sexual assault and for all women. Congressman Lance should be ashamed of himself and he owes an apology to his constituents, to sexual assault survivors and to women all over the country who are inspired by Dr. Ford’s strength and bravery.”
Signed by:
Governor Phil Murphy
Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman
NJDSC Chair John Currie
NJDSC Vice Chair Lizette Delgado Polanco
Union County Chair Senator Nicholas Scutari
Assemblywoman Mila Jasey
Hunterdon County Chair Arlene Quiñones Perez
Somerset County Chair Peg Schaffer
Morris County Chair Chip Robinson
Warren County Chair Tom Palmieri
Hudson County Chair Amy DeGise
Monmouth County Chair Dave Brown
Atlantic County Chair Mike Suleiman
Union County Freeholder Bette Kowalski
Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr
Clinton Mayor Janice Kovach
Clinton Councilwoman Rielly Karsh
Lambertville Councilwoman Elaine Warner
Lambertville Councilwoman Beth Asaro
High Bridge Councilwoman Natalie Ferry
Summit Councilwoman Marjorie Fox
Newark Council President Mildred Crump
BlueWaveNJ President Marcia Marley
New Jersey Working Families Alliance Executive Director Analilia Mejia
Women for Progress President Erin Chung
Reverend Louise Scott-Rountree
Ridgewood JOLT President Catherine Brienza
NJ 11th For Change Political Director Elizabeth Juviler
NJDSC Executive Director Liz Gilbert
Monmouth County Democrats Executive Director Kinn Badger
Paterson Deputy Mayor Jamie Bland
New Jersey Black Issues Convention President Reva Foster
Indivisible: Garden State Values Michelle Hoffmann
Indivisible Lambertville Cindi Sternfeld
Reverend Doctor Mamie Bridgeforth
Mrs. Kimberly Green
Association of Black Women Lawyers President Carolyn Chang
Action Together Executive Director Winn Khuong
Action Together Leadership from across the state:
Northeast Regional Director Anna Wong
Director of Operations Kim Baron
HR Manager Lizzie K. Foley
Drug Policy Reform Director Moira Nelson
Communications Manager Stacey Murphy
Somerset County Co-Chair Cookie Acot
Somerset County Co-Chair Kate Rizzo
Union County Co-Chair Pamela Brug
Warren County Co-Chair Kelly Shea
Warren County Co-Chair Iris Perrot
Warren County Co-Chair Cheryl Marciano
Warren County Co-Chair Pat Brad
Hunterdon County Co-Chair Joyce Santos
Morris County Co-Chair Jill Rhodes
Morris County Co-Chair Anita Esteve
Director of FB Moderation Team Amie Babischkin
Gloucester County Co-Chair Christine Elias
Cape May County Co-Chair Shannon McDevitt
Morris County Co-Chair Rachel Kempster Barry
Bergen County Co-Chair Jackie Low
Burlington County Co-Chair Susan Coleman
Director of Electoral Intelligence Dan Janowski
Graphic Design Director Dani Bratton
Passaic County Co-Chair Stephanie Silvera
Passaic County Co-Chair Patti Douglass
Ocean County Co-Chair Christine Luland
Atlantic County Co-Chair Alison Arne
Hudson County Co-Chair Caitlin Sherman
Civil Rights Director Rachel Green
First Lady Tammy Murphy, Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver and Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg have also denounced Lance’s comments.
“Not only should everyone who has a serious allegation be heard, but the ongoing legitimacy of our Supreme Court hinges upon the handling of this hearing,” said First Lady Tammy Murphy. “I believe Dr. Ford — she is compelling, credible and an unwilling participant here who is stepping up and performing a heroic feat of civic duty. Sadly, even before Dr. Ford testified today, Congressman Lance dismissed Dr. Ford’s credibility and said he doesn’t believe her. Congressman Lance’s time is up, and it’s time for new leadership in Congress. That’s why I’m supporting Tom Malinowski, a fighter for women’s rights, and a person who would take the honorable steps to absolutely ensure a citizen is heard, and a proper investigation would follow.”
“Sexual assault is the most traumatic experience any woman could be forced to live with and questioning the credibility of a victim is simply unacceptable,” said Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver. “The nation watched as Dr. Ford provided hours of emotional testimony today detailing Judge Kavanaugh’s attack on her so he could be held accountable for his actions and ensure the next judge appointed to the Supreme Court will protect the values of all Americans. Congressman Lance’s attempt to further humiliate Dr. Ford is intolerable and not representative of New Jersey values. It is clear we need new leadership in the Seventh Congressional District to protect and defend the rights of women.”
“It doesn’t surprise me that Congressman Leonard Lance is falling in lock step with the good old boy’s club of his Republican party on Judge Kavanaugh. He said he ‘tends not believe the charges.’ How much more outrageous can it get?” said Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg. “He already formed an opinion without hearing her testimony! Dr. Ford is a courageous and brave young woman — She has chosen to come forward, disrupt her family, her life, her privacy and her safety to recount these traumatic events in front of Congress. These comments from Leonard Lance are irresponsible and wreak with partisanship without any regard for the survivor of a sexual assault — this is exactly why he should not be representing us in Congress. This is why we need Tom Malinowski. And we need him NOW! “
MORRIS COUNTY — Young men and women, ages 14-20, who are interested in careers in aviation are invited to join Aviation Explorer Post 523 on Wednesday, October 3 at Morristown Airport. The goal of the post is to help teens experience different career paths in aviation.
On Wednesday, October 3, a panel of aviation professionals will discuss what avenues the post will explore during future meetings.
The post is chartered to DM Airports Ltd. and will meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month. New Explorers are welcome and can register by clicking here.
Exploring is a worksite-based program of Learning for Life, a subsidiary of the Boy Scouts of America. Exploring units, called “posts”, usually have a focus on a single career field, such as police, healthcare, law, aviation, engineering, fire/rescue or the like, and may be sponsored by a government or business entity.
For further information please contact Al Thomas, District Executive at (973) 765-9322 x229, al.thomas@scouting.org.
PEQUANNOCK — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp announces that on September 28, defendant Keith Enlow, 36, Pequannock, was sentenced to four years in New Jersey State Prison and ordered to pay full restitution by the Honorable Thomas J. Critchley, J.S.C. on one count of second-degree theft by deception.
This investigation was conducted by the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Financial Crimes Unit. The case came to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office as an allegation of the theft of
$472,000.00 from the victim.
The defendant, a former registered representative at a brokerage in Passaic County, convinced the victim to move her money into an online brokerage account where the defendant claimed he would manage the funds for the victim’s benefit.
After the money was moved, Enlow withdrew approximately $9,400.00 each month to pay for his own personal expenses. He also transferred money into accounts under his own name, in which he conducted highly speculative losing trades.
As a result of Enlow’s losing trades and the withdrawal of the victim’s money for his own benefit, the victim suffered a loss of $472,000.00 within approximately 18 months.
Supervising Assistant Prosecutor Michael Rappa represented the State at the sentencing. Prosecutor Knapp wishes to thank the Financial Crimes Unit of the Specialized Crimes Division in the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office for their successful investigation and prosecution of the defendant.
PARSIPPANY – Eastlake Elementary School will be hosting their “1st Annual Fundraiser Dance” on Friday, October 26 starting at 7:00 p.m.
Come and dance to your favorite 80’s and 90’s music. There will also be a silent auction, 50/50 and a lottery hat. BYOB and food available for purchase.
Tickets will be sold at the door but are limited. $25.00 each.
The dance will be held at PAL Youth Center, 33 Baldwin Road. To purchase tickets or for additional information contact Joanne by emailing JoanneVico@gmail.com.
PARSIPPANY — John Guest USA, Inc. has completed their move to 20 East Halsey Road. Employees, executive and local dignitaries celebrated with a ribbon cutting on Friday, September 28.
The plumbing and industrial products manufacturer relocated its operations to the Parsippany industrial/flex property from Fairfield, in an expansion play, according to Colliers International. The building consists of 60,600 square feet.
Frank Cahill, Vice Chairman Parsippany-Troy Economic Development Advisory Committee presents a “Welcome Plaque” to the management of John Guest. Pictured is Sean McClenaghan, Mayor Michael Soriano, David Bullion, Frank Cahill and Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Committee member Mr. Steve MandelEmployees, executives and local dignitaries gather around to cut the ribbon at John GuestMayor Michael Soriano greeting some of the new employees located in Parsippany
Colliers’ John Donnelly, based in the global commercial real estate services firm’s Parsippany office, represented John Guest USA in orchestrating the long-term lease. Thomas Consiglio and Scott Peck from Resource Realty served as brokers for property owner GTJ REIT.
According to Donnelly, John Guest USA’s growth in the plumbing market required an expanded space, driving the Northern New Jersey search for a new headquarters location. “The property at 20 East Halsey Road met these specifications beautifully, offering a large multi-purpose space, building signage and visibility from I-287. GTJ Management recently renovated the building – raising the roof, upgrading the power and sprinkler systems, and updating the landscaping program. That proactive move played a big part in securing John Guest USA’s commitment.”
Additionally, the property offers a generous, 15,000-square-foot office component, extra parking capacity and future building expansion potential. Donnelly noted that these features will enable his client to grow in place. John Guest, the manufacturer of push-fit fittings, valves, PEX pipe and LLDPE tubing completed their move recently.
The warehouse is well stockedThe warehouse is well stockedThe warehouse is well stockedThe warehouse is well stockedThe warehouse is well stockedMayor Soriano talking with longtime employee Dianne RobinsonJohn Guest relocated their offices and warehouse from Fairfield to ParsippanyArtist drawing of 20 East Halsey Road
TRENTON — The Assembly voted to allow the prosecution of chaperones who sexually assault minors in their care when the crimes are committed outside of New Jersey. The legislation is sponsored by Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi.
Two Paramus Catholic High School teachers were indicted for multiple acts of sexual misconduct involving three 17-year-old female students on a school-sponsored trip to Germany in 2011. A trial court and an appellate court ruled the men could be prosecuted because they assumed responsibility for the students in New Jersey. The teachers appealed to the New Jersey Supreme Court which ruled the state does not have jurisdiction to prosecute against sexual misconduct if it occurred outside the state even if it were a school chaperone.
“The three victims and their families were denied justice because the law as written is ambiguous,” said Schepisi (R-Bergen). “Two lower courts ruled the case could proceed and even the Supreme Court, in overruling the other two, said its decision ‘may be unsettling.’ Clearly, the law needs to be amended to better protect minors.”
The bill (A-1013) amends state statute granting state jurisdiction for sexual assault crimes committed outside of New Jersey when an individual has supervisory power over a minor.
“It’s outrageous that school employees accused of sexual assault with students who were entrusted to their supervision on a field trip got off scott free because the alleged crime occurred in another country,” concluded Schepisi. “Let’s ensure that anyone who commits a similar crime, under similar circumstances, especially with minors, will be prosecuted and tried.”
TRENTON — The Assembly unanimously approved a resolution designating September as Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month. Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi, the measure’s sponsor, survived a craniotomy and clipping to repair a potentially fatal brain aneurysm in May 2015.
“While falling asleep one evening I heard what sounded like a gunshot going off inside my head,” said Schepisi describing the cerebral attack. “Right then and there I should have gone to the hospital. Instead, I Googled it. Everything that came up pointed to a brain aneurysm, but it also said I would be incapacitated or dead. So I figured it wasn’t an aneurysm and went back to bed.”
Schepisi ignored some lingering symptoms for two more days before she realized something was seriously wrong.
“I had been feeling a little off and having some strange manifestations. I was in my car, and I felt my whole body going haywire,” said Schepisi. “I thought I was having a stroke so I drove myself straight to the emergency room.”
Within half an hour she was diagnosed with a brain aneurysm. An initial attempt to fix the aneurysm through an angiogram and coiling was not possible. As a result she ultimately had surgery known as a craniotomy and clipping to repair part of the blood vessel that was dangerously close to rupturing.
Brain aneurysm ruptures occur approximately 40,000 times annually in the U.S. They are fatal almost half the time, and many more victims die of complications in the first six months. Brain aneurysms kill almost a half-million people each year worldwide.
“I was exceptionally lucky. I’m still alive without lifelong deficits, where a lot of others are not,” said Schepisi. “That’s why I am an advocate now. I want to make people aware of the signs and symptoms of brain aneurysms so they know what not to ignore. Identifying risk factors combined with early intervention is key to survival.”
That advocacy includes the resolution passed today in the Assembly.
“We can save lives by teaching people about the dangers of brain aneurysms and what to look out for,” Schepisi said. “From talking with people about my experience, everybody seems to know the warning signs and symptoms for heart attacks, strokes and cancer. People aren’t as aware of brain aneurysms, yet each year we have 40,000 people who end up with a ruptured aneurysm. The numbers are significant.”
The most common signs and symptoms of a ruptured aneurysm include: A sudden, severe headache often described as the “worst headache” ever experienced, nausea and vomiting, stiff neck, blurred or double vision, sensitivity to light, seizure, a drooping eyelid, numbness of one side of the face, dilated pupil, loss of consciousness and/or confusion.
“These are danger signs I should not have ignored,” Schepisi said. “Brain Awareness Month will spread the word so more people know how to spot this silent killer.”
PARSIPPANY — 32 Spanish Exchange Students visiting Parsippany made a stop at the Parsippany Municipal Building on Monday, September 24. Parsippany High School teacher Mr. Duhl organized for the exchange students to visit Parsippany and had local families host the students.
PARSIPPANY — Sister Fran Sullivan, OP, Head of School at Mount St. Dominic Academy, announced that Parsippany resident Alyssa Sebastian ’19 has been named a Commended Student in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program. A Letter of Commendation from the school and National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) was presented to this scholastically talented senior.
About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Although they will not continue in the 2019 competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, Commended Students placed among the top 50,000 scorers of more than 1.6 million students who entered the 2019 competition by taking the 2017 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®).
“The young men and women being named Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success,” commented a spokesperson for NMSC. “These students represent a valuable national resource; recognizing their accomplishments, as well as the key role their schools play in their academic development, is vital to the advancement of educational excellence in our nation. We hope that this recognition will help broaden their educational opportunities and encourage them as they continue their pursuit of academic success.”
Alyssa is pictured with Head of School Sister Fran Sullivan, OP and Director of School and College Counseling John Galka, M.A. Ed. The Mount is proud of Alyssa’s accomplishment and wishes her continued success this year and in her college endeavors.
Mount St. Dominic Academy, established by the Sisters of St. Dominic in Caldwell, New Jersey, is a Catholic college preparatory school, dedicated to the education of young women from a variety of ethnic, religious and economic backgrounds. Since 1892, The Mount has been empowering young women in the Dominican tradition.
For more information about Mount St. Dominic Academy click here.
PARSIPPANY — The Goddard School, is celebrating 30 years of continued growth in early childhood education this year! Preschoolers at the Parsippany Goddard School and across their northern Jersey and along with 49 other Goddard Schools across the country, will take on the job a lifetime.
Children playing with Create a Clay Dinosaur
Now in its 11th year, The 2018 Goddard School Preschooler-Approved Toy Test engages children from infants to six years old to play with interactive toys from Monday, September 24 to Friday, September 28 while teachers observe and document how the toy rates among the judging criteria. (interactivity, skill development, creative inspiration and more).
The preschoolers will then cast their votes to determine the Top 10 Preschooler-Approved Toys, which will be announced just in time for the holidays on November 1, 2018.
Children playing with “Q-bitz”
Participating notable toy brands include V-Tech, Leap Frog, Manhattan Toy Company, Popular Playthings and many more.
The Goddard School is located at 311 Smith Road.
Children playing with “Don’t Rock The Boat”Q-bitz was one of the games the children were playing withPlaystix was one of the games the children were playing withCreate with Clay was one of the children activities
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police reports that at approximately 1:20 a.m., on Thursday, September 27, a resident on Bridgeton Drive woke up to what they believed was the sound of their vehicle alarm chirping outside.
When the resident looked outside, she saw a white male wearing a black hoodie and black pants pulling on the driver’s side door handle and then the passenger door handle in an attempt to gain entry.
She quickly clicked her lock button which made the vehicle chirp twice causing the unknown suspect to flee the area on foot.The surrounding area was checked by responding officers, but the suspect had fled the area.
If anyone in the immediate or surrounding area of Bridgeton Drive between Madison Ave and Halsey Road, has any CCTV cameras that my have captured anything please contact the Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311.
PARSIPPANY — Keith Kazmark has been appointed to serve as Parsippany’s Business Administrator effective October 1 at a salary of $165,000 per year.
In accepting the position, Mr. Kazmark said “I’m looking forward to this new challenge and working with the Governing Body, staff and residents of Parsippany-Troy Hills. We will take the first 45-days to see where we can improve efficiencies, streamline services, and ensure we are operating the township effectively. I look forward to earning the trust and confidence of the entire Governing Body, building relationships and collaboratively moving the Township forward.”
Mayor Michael Soriano
Mayor Michael Soriano said “Keith Kazmark has the experience, education, intelligence, and drive to be an outstanding Business Administrator for Parsippany.”
Kazmark stepped down as the Elmwood Park Business Administrator, Municipal Clerk and Secretary of the Rent Leveling Board on August 31 after twelve years.
He has been serving as the Mayor of Woodland Park since 2011 after serving as council president.
“After I reviewed Mr Kazmark’s resume which is very impressive and having the opportunity to speak with him and discuss what his thoughts and goals are for the Township I was very impressed. I did have some concerns over the starting salary until I was informedthat Mr. Kazmark would not be accepting medical benefits, whichsaves the Township approximately $26,000 in comparison to our current Business Administrator Mrs. Sandman’s salary and benefits costs to the township. Therefore I feel this is a win win for Parsippany In that we get a highly qualified person in Mr. Kazmark and we also save approximately $26,000,” stated Council President Paul Carifi, Jr.
Councilman dePierro voted no and stated “I think the salary is too high for a starting employee.”
“I am very confident in our appointment of Keith Kazmark. In the time I’ve known him, he has been smart, candid and authentic. I am looking forward to working with him as he begins his service to Parsippany,” stated Councilwoman Emily Peterson.
The current business administrator, Ellen Sandman, had previously announced her intention to retire on December 1. She will remain on the town payroll and assistant with the transition.
Sandman was appointed by Former Mayor James Barberio to serve as Parsippany’s Business Administrator on June 16, 2014. Prior to joining Parsippany she was employed at Mendham Borough, where she held the same title for the previous six years, and in Denville for 22 years before that; she also served for five years as Assistant Business Administrator in Jersey City.
Sandman said “I will be retiring as of December 1. I’ve enjoyed my wonderful stay here in Parsippany. As I just said to Jasmine Lim (former Parsippany-Troy Hills Business Administrator) I said, you know, that saying, “When you find something you love, you never work a day in your life. I did, however, paraphrase it and said maybe a couple of days I worked in Parsippany, maybe a good couple of days, but in the end it’s all about people and working together and being, being joyous in what you do.”
MOUNTAIN LAKES — Doing some fall closet cleaning? Well, don’t throw your old coats away! Some less fortunate neighbors in our area could use them this winter.
The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA will be partnering with the Community Church of Mountain Lakes, Mountain Lakes High School Key Club, by collecting coats for the Market Street Mission’s and Homeless Solutions’ annual coat drives from Monday, October 1 through Monday, October 15.
Just bring your coat(s) to the Y lobby anytime from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and drop them off in the collection box, or you may drop off at the Community Church.
All styles and sizes welcome. Coats should be clean and in good condition. Coats will not be accepted before October 1 or after October 15. Scarves and gloves will also be accepted. Want more information? Call Randy at the Lakeland Hills Y, (973) 334-2820 or email: randys@lhymca.com