Video: Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council Meeting – May 16, 2023

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Video: Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council Meeting – May 16, 2023

PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council held a general meeting on Tuesday, May 16, at 7:00 p.m.

Among the many topics to be discussed was the adoption of the 2023 Township Budget.

Click here to download the agenda.

Regular Township Council Meetings will commence at 7:00 p.m. All meetings will be held on Tuesday evenings. Council meetings are held at Parsippany Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard. Formal action may or may not be taken at all scheduled meetings.

Any individual who is a qualified disabled person under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request auxiliary aids such as a sign interpreter or a tape recorder to be used for a meeting. Auxiliary aids must be requested at least 72 hours before the meeting date. Please call (973) 263-4351 to request auxiliary aid.

Click here to download the 2023 agenda schedule.

Mayor and Council

Mayor James R Barberio
Council President Loretta Gragnani
Council Vice-President Michael J. dePierro
Councilman Paul Carifi Jr.
Councilman Frank Neglia
Councilman Justin Musella

Inspection Survey of the Whippany River Corridor

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Inspection Survey of the Whippany River Corridor

MORRIS COUNTY — The first step in launching the Whippany-Passaic Rivers’ Flood Mitigation project will occur on Thursday afternoon, May 18.

A low-flying helicopter will investigate approximately a 12-mile Whippany and Passaic Rivers corridor and its tributaries. The purpose is to identify areas in need of clearing and de-snagging. Data will be collected from a manned helicopter approximately 600 feet above ground level, traveling at 35 knots ground speed. The helicopter will utilize a high-tech camera to gather imagery. The survey will include tributaries such as the Smith Ditch, Black Brook, and Pinch Brook streams.

Once the aerial inspection survey is completed, Colliers Engineering & Design, the Task Forces’ designated engineering firm, will prepare a topographic base map of the approximately 500’ wide river corridor. The base map will represent existing site features observed during the field survey to identify drainage issues and blockages. It will also include other site features such as buildings, roadways, driveways, retaining walls, and individual trees in open areas.

 Following completion of the base mapping, Colliers Engineering & Design will identify the locations needed de-snagging and pinpoint site access to those areas, considering the need to minimize disturbance and environmental impact in each area. The partnering municipalities, Hanover, East Hanover, Florham Park, Parsippany, Morris Plains, and Morristown, will secure permission in their respective towns to use the site access points for the clearing and de-snagging work. 

Letter to the Editor: Expressing Shock Over Mayor’s Use of Out-of-Town Union Members at Budget Hearing

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parsippany focusDear Editor:

I am writing this letter with a profound sense of shock and disgust regarding yesterday’s Council meeting involving our mayor’s decision again to bring out-of-town union members to a crucial budget hearing. I witnessed a strong amount of support during these hearings for Councilman Musella’s budget cuts and noticed so few residents buying the arbitrary claim made by the Mayor and the other Councilmembers that “nothing could be cut.” It’s important to say this because I have noticed a pattern whereby if residents support Councilman Musella on an issue, out-of-town union members show up to start repeating the Mayor’s talking points. I remember this during the Waterview episode. It was well-documented during the PLA meetings and now during a meeting about our budget that has no relevance to unions.

Of course, the Mayor will say he can’t control the unions, but the unions routinely show up whenever his back has been up against the wall. Yesterday, I got out of my car and saw almost 75 union members in our Town’s parking lot again, creating an atmosphere that felt very intimidating. I am sure these union members were following orders, and I wish them no ill, but it doesn’t make sense to me why they would come to support the Mayor’s tax increase that doesn’t affect them.

This action raises serious questions about the mayor’s priorities and motives. Why did the Mayor need to rely on outsiders rather than engaging with local residents? Is there a hidden agenda or a disregard for the opinions and expertise of our own community members?

I’d like to again thank Councilman Musella for being the lone voice last night, acting in the best interests of the Town.
Ray Gallup
41-year resident residing in Lake Hiawatha
Vietnam-era Veteran

Kimberly Leandry Named to SNHU Dean’s List

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Kimberly Leandry Named to SNHU Dean’s List

PARSIPPANY — Kimberly Leandry of Lake Hiawatha has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Winter 2023 Dean’s List. The winter terms run from January to May.

Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the Dean’s List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring, and summer.

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is a private, nonprofit institution with a 90-year history of educating traditional-aged students and working adults. Now serving more than 170,000 learners worldwide, SNHU offers approximately 200 accredited undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs online and on its 300-acre campus in Manchester, NH. Recognized as one of the “Most Innovative” regional universities by U.S. News & World Report and one of the fastest-growing universities in the country, SNHU is committed to expanding access to high-quality, affordable pathways that meet the needs of each learner. For more information, click here.

Parsippany Council Set to Adopt Budget

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Parsippany Council Set to Adopt Budget

PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council will hold a general meeting on Tuesday, May 16, at 7:00 p.m.

Among the many topics to be discussed will be the adoption of the 2023 Township Budget.

Click here to download the agenda.

Regular Township Council Meetings will commence at 7:00 p.m. All meetings will be held on Tuesday evenings. Council meetings are held at Parsippany Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard. Formal action may or may not be taken at all scheduled meetings.

Any individual who is a qualified disabled person under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request auxiliary aids such as a sign interpreter or a tape recorder to be used for a meeting. Auxiliary aids must be requested at least 72 hours before the meeting date. Please call (973) 263-4351 to request auxiliary aid.

Click here to download the 2023 agenda schedule.

Mayor and Council

Mayor James R Barberio
Council President Loretta Gragnani
Council Vice-President Michael J. dePierro
Councilman Paul Carifi Jr.
Councilman Frank Neglia
Councilman Justin Musella

Parsippany Tax Sale Public Notice

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Parsippany Tax Sale Public Notice

PARSIPPANY — Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills will sell at public auction several parcels of land, hereinafter described in fee simple, for nonpayment of 2022 and prior taxes as shown on the unpaid list, to such person or persons as will purchase the parcel subject to redemption at the lowest rate of interest, but in no case over eighteen (18) percent per annum.

Click here for the list and location of the lands subject to sale, the owner’s names as contained in such list, and the total amount due on the respective parcels as computed as of June 08, 2023. The names shown are as they appear in the Tax Duplicate and do not necessarily mean that parties are the present owners of the property. 

Industrial Properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10A-1 et seq.), and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.)  In addition, the municipality is precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser who is or may be connected to the site’s prior owner or operator.

Payment must be made by cash, certified check, or money order on the amount due as advertised, together with interest and costs incurred up to the time of payment.

The Collector’s Telephone Number:   (973) 263-4252
The Collector’s Office Hours:  8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Monday to Friday

Meet the Merchant: Cerbo’s Greenhouse

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Meet the Merchant: Cerbo’s Greenhouse

PARSIPPANY — Cerbo’s Greenhouse, the oldest business in Parsippany, is celebrating its 110th year in operation. Even before Parsippany was incorporated as a township on May 9, 1928, the greenhouse operated as its property was originally part of Hanover Township.

Watch our video to learn about the history of Cerbo’s Greenhouse.

Dollar Tree in Troy Hills Closed

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Dollar Tree in Troy Hills Closed

PARSIPPANY — We had all anticipated that the Dollar Tree, 1099 Route 46, in the Troy-Hills Shopping Center would not survive for long, especially after opening a newer, well-stocked store less than a mile away in the Troy Village Shopping Center.

During a recent visit to the store, a sign was posted indicating that the location has been permanently closed. The sign also thanked customers for patronage and encouraged them to visit neighboring Dollar Tree locations.
Even the sign on the store’s facade appears to have been removed.

The other Dollar Tree location in Parsippany, which opened in April 2022 at 1440 Route 46, is significantly larger than its counterpart in the Troy Hills Shopping Center. The other location spans 11,242 square feet, over 60 percent bigger than the Troy Hills Shopping Center.

Republican Candidates Take to the Streets to Campaign and Engage with Voters

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Republican Candidates Take to the Streets to Campaign and Engage with Voters

PARSIPPANY — Recently, Republican candidates gathered at Morris County Republican Club to start canvassing the town to get their message out to voters.

Successful canvassing campaigns often involve well-organized and motivated volunteers and effective messaging and outreach strategies.

At the meeting, Parsippany-Troy Hills Council candidates included Matt McGrath, Adam Kandil, and Paul Carifi, Jr.,

As the primary election on June 6th approaches, you will likely notice increased political campaigning in Parsippany. This includes frequent candidate appearances, an uptick in political signage throughout the town, and a higher volume of campaign literature, such as mailers, distributed to residents via mail and door-to-door.

Tayfun Selen for Morris County Commissioner, Jay Webber for Assembly, Joe Pennachio for Senate, Brian Bergen for Assembly and Nick Grossi representing Ann Gross for Morris County Clerk

Political campaigning often involves various strategies, such as door-to-door canvassing, phone banking, social media outreach, and advertising, to persuade voters to support a particular candidate or party. Ultimately, the success of a political campaign depends on various factors, including the candidate’s platform, messaging, and the effectiveness of their campaign strategies.

It appears that several elected officials also attended the Saturday morning gathering. Assemblyman Brian Bergen, Jay Webber, Senator Joe Pennachio, and Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi. It is common for political figures to attend these types of gatherings to show support for their party and fellow candidates, as well as to engage with voters and discuss important issues in the community.

Senator Joe Pennachio will be challenged by Thomas Mastrangelo; Assemblyman Jay Webber and Brian Beregn are being challenged by Robert Peluso and BettyLou deCroce. Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi is not being challenged in the primary. Morris County Commissioner Tayfun Selen is being challenged by Paul DeGroot.

Gary Martin and Danny Desai are challenging Paul Carifi, Jr., Adam Kandil, and Matthew McGraft for Parsippany-Troy Hills Council.

There is always something to do at MCRC

 

Reform Congregation Opens New Sanctuary in Conservative Synagogue

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Reform Congregation Opens New Sanctuary in Conservative Synagogue
PARSIPPANY — Temple Beth Am, meeting on Zoom and in a temporary location for two years, has found a new permanent home. The congregation celebrated the opening of their new sanctuary, which is located within the premises of Adath Shalom in Morris Plains. Previously, Temple Beth Am was located on South Beverwyck Road.
 
Despite being forced to sell their building, the members of Temple Beth Am were determined to preserve their identity and voted to find a new home. With the Covid-19 pandemic preventing in-person gatherings, they continued to hold services and Torah study on Zoom while searching for a new space. Eventually, they signed a lease with Adath Shalom and began constructing a beautiful new sanctuary within the Adath Shalom building.
Temple Beth Am’s new home was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, attended by 1st Vice President Pat Greenberg, Mayor James Barbeiro, and Rabbi Matthew Reimer.
 
On Friday, May 5 Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio cut the ribbon as the congregation escorted their Torahs into their new home. A  joyous family Shabbat service included the Temple Beth Am choir and special Oneg.
Members of the congregation carry the Torah.
 
The celebration continued on Saturday morning, May 6, with Torah Study led by Rabbi Matthew Reimer and a complimentary breakfast. Saturday evening offered an evening of fun, food, and entertainment. Dinner was served, and a comedy show followed with comedian Johnny Lampert (www.johnnylampert.com). The cost was $36.00 per person.
 
To enjoy a Temple Beth Am tour, don’t hesitate to contact the Temple office at office@tbaparsippany.org. They will gladly give you a tour of their new Sanctuary and Religious School classrooms. The celebratory weekend concluded with a free breakfast on Sunday morning as they completed another successful Religious School year. 
 
 
 
 
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