Parsippany Troy Hills School Board Raises Concerns Over Parking and Community Impact of Islamic Center’s Expansion Plans

Overview: The Parsippany Troy Hills School Board meeting on October 22, 2025, was dominated by discussions about the Islamic Community Cultural Center’s (ICCC) proposed expansion. The plans involve constructing a three-story facility with residential units, which has sparked significant concern about parking and community impact. Residents expressed worries about parking shortages, increased traffic, and safety, particularly during peak times for religious services.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Debates PILOT Agreements and Approves Key Ordinances

Overview: At the recent Parsippany-Troy Hills Town Council meeting, discussions revolved around Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreements, capital improvement ordinances, and privacy concerns over surveillance. The council approved several ordinances concerning capital acquisitions, while residents voiced opinions on financial strategies and surveillance issues in the township.

Morris Planning Board Approves Subdivision, Faces Public Hearing Controversy

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Morris Planning Board approved a subdivision by Murray Contracting LLC, transforming three residential lots into twelve, while also navigating through contentious public hearings over a minor subdivision application on Schoolhouse Lane. The approval came with conditions regarding roadways, landscaping, and drainage.

Morris Plains Planning Board Debates Landscaping Waivers for Electric Vehicle Center

Overview: During the recent Morris Plains Planning Board meeting, the board intensely debated whether to grant landscaping waivers for Rivian LLC’s proposal to convert a former grocery store into an electric vehicle service center on Speedwell Avenue. The application, which included plans for electric vehicle charging stations, was reviewed for completeness, sparking discussions about the aesthetic and environmental impact of such a development.

Roxbury Town Council Weighs Health Benefit Overhaul Amid Soaring Costs

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Roxbury Town Council discussed a potential overhaul of the town’s employee health benefits program, prompted by an anticipated 36% rise in costs for the upcoming year. The council considered switching from a fully insured model to a self-funded one. This discussion was led by a presentation from a representative of Nova Connection, a company specializing in public sector health benefits.