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Parsippany Uses 16M Fewer Plastic Bags Per Year After NJ Ban: Study

The state's ban prevents 2.7 billion bags from going in the trash each year— enough to circle the Earth 19.11 times, environmentalists said.Michelle Rotuno-Johnson, Patch Staff|Updated Fri, Feb 9, 2024 at 2:42 pm ETPARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS, NJ — Parsippany, like other towns in New Jersey, used to go through a lot of plastic bags. But according to a recent study, a state ban is keeping more than two ...

The state's ban prevents 2.7 billion bags from going in the trash each year— enough to circle the Earth 19.11 times, environmentalists said.

Michelle Rotuno-Johnson, Patch Staff

|Updated Fri, Feb 9, 2024 at 2:42 pm ET

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS, NJ — Parsippany, like other towns in New Jersey, used to go through a lot of plastic bags. But according to a recent study, a state ban is keeping more than two million of them out of the trash every year in the township.

It’s been nearly two years since New Jersey banned stores and supermarkets from handing out single-use plastic bags to their customers, and the debate over the ban’s effectiveness continues to swirl.

Gov. Phil Murphy signed the ban into law in 2020. It became active in May 2022. Learn more about what is allowed – and what isn’t – on the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s website.

Supporters of the ban have said it is reducing pollution and litter, arguing that New Jersey isn’t the only state with a bag ban – and that the ban is working all across the nation, including in Parsippany.

According to Environment America, a national network of 30 advocacy groups, New Jersey’s ban prevents 16,624,248 bags from entering the trash stream in Parsippany every year. Those bags would stretch 2,886 miles if laid side by side, saving 83,786 gallons of oil used to produce them, the group says.

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The statistics are based on Parsippany's population of 56,163 residents.

Other environmental advocates have agreed that the bag ban is working in New Jersey.

“It is obvious that New Jersey’s well-designed single-use plastic bag ban has successfully reduced plastic bag use and associated litter and pollution,” said JoAnn Gemenden, executive director at the New Jersey Clean Communities Council.

“When I drive around or go shopping, it’s rare for me to see a single-use bag blowing in the wind or discarded in a shopping cart,” Gemenden said. “Because of this law, New Jersey has considerably less visible litter.”

Critics have countered that plastic bag bans are a burden on businesses and their customers – and they aren’t nearly as effective as their supporters claim.

A recent study said that since the state is now relying on heavier reusable bags — most of which are made of non-woven polypropylene — three times more plastic (by the pound) is being produced than before the ban. Researchers also said that greenhouse gas emissions from the production of those bags have skyrocketed by 500 percent compared to 2015 levels.

The study comes from Freedonia Custom Research — a market-research firm. Advocates have bashed the analysis, pointing out that it was paid for by a group that “represents the interests of U.S.-based manufacturers and recyclers of plastic bags.”

Patch's Eric Kiefer contributed to this report.

Parsippany Ranks Among 30 Best NJ School Districts, New Report Says

PARSIPPANY, NJ — The Parsippany-Troy Hills School District has ranked among the top 30 school districts in New Jersey, according to Niche’s 2024 Best Schools and Districts.The rankings released this week place the Parsippany-Troy Hills School District at 27th best in the state and 444 out of 10,932 in America.Locally, Parsippany ranks as the 4th-best school district i...

PARSIPPANY, NJ — The Parsippany-Troy Hills School District has ranked among the top 30 school districts in New Jersey, according to Niche’s 2024 Best Schools and Districts.

The rankings released this week place the Parsippany-Troy Hills School District at 27th best in the state and 444 out of 10,932 in America.

Locally, Parsippany ranks as the 4th-best school district in Morris County. The district also ranks as the 3rd most diverse in Morris County, the 8th best district for places to teach in Morris County and the 6th best school district for athletes in the county.

Parsippany has 7,082 students in grades PK through 12, with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. According to state test scores, 47 percent of students are at least proficient in math and 61 percent in reading.

Niche gave the Parsippany-Troy Hills School District a letter grade of A. Grades in specific categories were:

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The Niche.com rankings, which have been out for the past nine years, compare K–12 schools and districts across the United States.

Niche also ranked 94,058 public schools and 30,809 private schools. The platform said its rankings were created to provide families with valuable information—both quantitative and qualitative—on schools in their area or in a neighborhood they’re not familiar with yet.

It also includes a list of the best high schools by state, which Patch highlighted on Tuesday.

On that list, Parsippany High School was ranked 115th out of 422 public high schools in the state of New Jersey, and Parsippany Hills High School was ranked 42nd.

The rankings differ from others that rely almost exclusively on test scores and academic performance in that they also include input from students, alumni and parents, as well as quantitative data from sources such as the U.S. Department of Education to evaluate teachers, resources and facilities.

Click here to see the full list of New Jersey's highest-ranking districts.

With reporting from Michelle Rotuno-Johnson, Patch Staff

State Funds Earmarked For Construction Projects At Parsippany Schools

PARSIPPANY, NJ — The Parsippany-Troy Hills School District will be getting new state funding to address critical facility needs.The New Jersey Department of Education and the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA) announced recently that $75 million would be appropriated to school districts across the state to assist with emergency construction and other capital needs.“Every New Jersey student and school staff member deserves a space for learning that is safe, secure, and supportive of the highest educationa...

PARSIPPANY, NJ — The Parsippany-Troy Hills School District will be getting new state funding to address critical facility needs.

The New Jersey Department of Education and the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA) announced recently that $75 million would be appropriated to school districts across the state to assist with emergency construction and other capital needs.

“Every New Jersey student and school staff member deserves a space for learning that is safe, secure, and supportive of the highest educational outcomes,” said Dr. Angelica Allen-McMillan, Acting Commissioner of the Department of Education.

The Parsippany-Troy Hills School District will receive $167,152, according to the state's figures.

Districts can use these funds for emergent or capital maintenance projects or to offset eligible project or maintenance costs incurred this fiscal year, state officials said.

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Funding may be directed toward projects such as site upgrades, HVAC repairs or replacements, renovations to the building envelope (masonry, roofing, etc.), safety and security needs, as well as building maintenance activities.

“Today’s announcement builds on our work to improve education outcomes for all New Jersey students. Providing our students with a top-notch education means ensuring their classroom environments are safe and conducive to learning,” said Governor Phil Murphy. “This funding will go toward critical school infrastructure projects throughout the state, bolstering our school communities and ensuring districts are able to meet the needs of their students.”

Of the total amount, $50 million will be provided for projects in the SDA Districts, which are the 31 districts where the SDA oversees school construction. The remaining $25 million will be available for all other districts, i.e., regular operating districts.

The NJDOE website provides a chart that shows the funds available to local school districts for qualified project costs for the current round of funding.

District officials have not said how the new funds will be used in district schools.

In the last year, the Parsippany-Troy Hills School District began building on a year-long construction plan designed to offset the township's anticipated increasing school enrollment.

Read More: $6.5M Expansion Project Kicks Off At Parsippany Elementary School

The $6.5 million expansion project, which will add six new classrooms and a small group teaching space to Littleton Elementary School, is being funded by the district's capital reserve fund.

Because of the conservative spending criteria of the board of education and the office of the interim school business administrator, Robin Tedesco, the district was able to fund the project without additional taxpayer dollars.

Over the years, the district has purposefully set up reserves to fund initiatives like these, sparing households from escalating costs.

"With all the residential building going on in Parsippany and our elementary schools already at capacity, we worked with our architects to identify the best school to start a much-needed expansion project," Alison Cogan, Board President, said.

The extra classrooms at Littleton will consist of preschool and kindergarten classrooms with self-contained bathrooms, small classrooms for resource room instruction, and a small office for child study team members.

Council Approves Introduction Of New PILOT Projects In Parsippany

The motion to introduce three PILOT projects in the township was passed 4-1, with Justin Musella being the lone vote against it.PARSIPPANY, NJ — The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills recently voted to approve the introduction of three new PILOT projects in the township, a decision that some residents are not happy with.Prior to the Nov. 9 town council meeting, several residents had already spoken out on social media against the idea of the town entering into other PILOT agreements, with some even creating a flyer for th...

The motion to introduce three PILOT projects in the township was passed 4-1, with Justin Musella being the lone vote against it.

PARSIPPANY, NJ — The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills recently voted to approve the introduction of three new PILOT projects in the township, a decision that some residents are not happy with.

Prior to the Nov. 9 town council meeting, several residents had already spoken out on social media against the idea of the town entering into other PILOT agreements, with some even creating a flyer for the public, a move that the mayor disagreed with.

"You received misinformation, telling all of you to show up, attempting to demagogue issues of importance here in town," Mayor James Barberio said.

PILOT agreements, also known as municipal tax abatements, are deals that enable a developer to switch their standard tax payments for a property to a fixed, yearly payment to the municipality.

Some municipal officials have called them useful tools to attract development to distressed or blighted areas of town. But their use has drawn criticism from opponents, some of whom caution that the deals can enable a big developer to skip out on paying their fair portion of property taxes.

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In Parsippany, the council was voting on three specific PILOT programs for redevelopment projects at 2 and 3 Campus Drive and 249 Pomeroy Road.

Barberio said that a more informative presentation about the projects will be presented to the public in December.

Prior to the council vote on the matter, Barberio discussed the reasons behind supporting the introduction of the ordinances and described what a potential "no" vote meant.

"A no vote tonight is a vote in favor of keeping vacant blighted buildings, which is bad for Parsippany, but it also sends a message to the real estate community that Parsippany is not open to economic development. That's wrong. You can't say you are for economic development and then vote against the measures that are necessary to create economic development. If we don't do this, I urge all Parsippany residents to hold onto your wallets, because taxes will go through the roof," Barberio said.

Councilman Justin Musella, who was the sole no-vote on the introductions, said that he had a different opinion on the matter.

"I recognize that our significant amount of office property that is vacant is a serious problem; that is definitely a problem that we all need to be proactive about. However, what I object to is using a program that has documented, in many cases, to have negative effects for taxpayers, negative effects for our first responders and then obviously, the large one, is the impact on our schools," Musella said.

A key aspect of PILOTs is that, unlike traditional property taxes, which are split between the town, school system and county, in a PILOT, the city or town keeps nearly all the money.

"Because state laws do not require that the local school districts receive a direct portion of the PILOT, local officials should take the opportunity during the negotiating process to ensure that if the new property directly affects the school district, accommodations should be made to include the school district with compensation or appropriate credit," an article by Robbi Acampora on the New Jersey School Boards Association website said.

Musella also objected to the idea of approving the introduction of an ordinance given the lack of information offered to the council about the projects.

The mayor stated that the council and the public were going to be provided with more information in the near future.

"It's a difficult environment right now and we need to be in front of it because it's not going to get any better; in fact, it's going to get worse and if we don't retrofit these buildings and we don't do what we need to do, it's going to be tough to recover. I can only tell you that from experience, from being mayor. I'm willing to work with you, and I'm willing to work with the entire council. You will get those financials," Barberio said.

Former Parsippany Township Attorney John Inglesino also spoke, explaining what PILOT programs are and why they might help the town. One major point that Inglesino repeatedly brought up to the council was the statement that the three PILOT projects would not have an effect on the school district.

"The school gets every dime. If the school board approves a budget, they are guaranteed every nickel that's been approved in their budget, whether there is a PILOT, whether there's not a PILOT...The school gets paid," Inglesino said.

The motion to introduce the PILOT projects on the agenda was ultimately passed 4-1.

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Parsippany Township Council Election 2023: Judy Hernandez

Patch is publishing candidate profiles for the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council election. Vianella Burns, Patch StaffPARSIPPANY, NJ — Election Day 2023 is near, and Parsippany voters will be going to the polls to cast their ballots for candidates at the local, county and state levels.This year, there are six candidates vying for the three seats up for grabs on the council.Patch sent questionnaires to...

Patch is publishing candidate profiles for the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council election.

Vianella Burns, Patch Staff

PARSIPPANY, NJ — Election Day 2023 is near, and Parsippany voters will be going to the polls to cast their ballots for candidates at the local, county and state levels.

This year, there are six candidates vying for the three seats up for grabs on the council.

Patch sent questionnaires to all candidates, seeking their responses. Here is the response from candidate Judy Hernandez.

Editor's Note: Patch emailed all candidates at the email addresses listed for their campaigns in the clerk's office. The responses will be revealed between now and the general election on Nov. 7. These comments will be published with just minor stylistic changes. Candidates who wish to participate but did not receive an invitation should email [email protected].

Name: Judy Hernandez

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Age: 60

Office sought: Parsippany Town Council

Party affiliation: Democrat

Education: BECE from Manhattan College

Occupation: Environmental Engineer

Why are you seeking this office?

I have been a resident of Parsippany for 23 years. I raised my family here while participating in the community both socially and civically. I am an environmental advocate and I believe that local politics and civic action impact our daily lives. I have volunteered for over a decade on township committees, local campaigns and advocated for stronger environmental policies. I have run for this position in 2019 and 2021.

The Town Council works on legislation to implement goals and plans on development and policy for the township. The decisions on budget, taxes and development are controlled by one party without balance and transparency.

Please complete this statement: The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is___, and this is what I intend to do about it.

The single most pressing issue facing constituents is taxes and then I would add unsustainable growth, as it pertains to schools, traffic and development. We have had an 18 percent municipal tax increase over two years, while necessary green infrastructure projects are not prioritized.

These challenges could be tackled by taking advantage of economic and environmental opportunities that will bring dollars to Parsippany. There are ample state and federal resources and grants that could benefit Parsippany economically and environmentally but are not being sought. While other municipalities are embracing smart growth policies and sustainable development opportunities, Parsippany risks not being prepared for the challenges of the future.

How I would address the challenge? There is a national impetus to prepare our nation for a future of extreme weather and the resulting economic hardships, and building a resilient infrastructure. Now is the time to embrace the many opportunities and advantages that are being offered by the state and federal governments and myriad agencies. As a volunteer on the Parsippany Environmental Advisory Committee and the Parsippany Green Team, we began working toward implementing storm water management and engineering solutions to mitigate residential economic damages, improve water quality and create an economic opportunity with renewable energy infrastructure. We had begun the process to decrease carbon emissions thereby slowing the speed of climate change. The current administration has not continued these projects.

Parsippany must start planning for the future to meet the pressures of development while maintaining the quality of life that we cherish in our town. That includes preserving our open spaces and being part of the planning of how our town grows. It also means growing sustainably (economically, environmentally, socially) so that future generations can enjoy the same benefits we have.

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

We will represent the people of Parsippany while our opponents will do the bidding of the mayor. We believe in adopting a platform of building a sustainable economy if we want to keep our taxes realistic and our town resilient. My opponents do not advocate for sustainable economic or environmental initiatives. Elected officials pledge to work for all residents but there is a very partisan resolve in Parsippany that does not welcome all from getting involved.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this post?

I have experience in planning and contractual work on design and construction projects in NYC projects. I have lived in this town and participated in the process for many years. As a volunteer, I have sat on the Open Space Committee, the Parsippany Environmental Advisory Committee and the Planning Board. I am on the Board of Trustees of the Parsippany Child Day Care Center and I have started and co-led the Parsippany Green Team.

While on the Planning Board working on the new Master Plan, I heard what residents want from their municipality. At that time, Parsippany had the recognition of leading in the area of environmental progress and sustainable development and striving to proactively protect our open spaces, natural resources. I am proud to have been part of that progress.

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I am inspired by our natural world and what it means for all of us and our futures; our state of mind and good health depend on our natural resources. I have met many wonderful people while running for council. We share many of the same goals, dreams and concerns. These goals are not partisan. Civic engagement is crucial and I would like to contribute to engaging more people in the process. As Margaret Mead said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has”.

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