Residents Raise Traffic, Water Billing Concerns At Parsippany Council Meeting

PARSIPPANY, NJ — Residents voiced concerns over speeding traffic, water billing disputes, and long-term development planning during a recent Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council meeting.

Much of the public comment portion focused on traffic safety along heavily traveled local roads, particularly Vale Road, North Beverwyck Road, and Pony Avenue.

One resident urged township officials to increase traffic enforcement and consider additional traffic calming measures, citing recent accidents and near misses involving pedestrians and crossing guards.

“Something needs to be done about the situation on Vale Road,” he said during the meeting. “If there’s no expectation of punishment, the offenders are going to keep breaking the law.”

Several residents also complained about loud vehicles with modified exhaust systems, which they said create disturbances throughout town.

Council members acknowledged the complaints and said the Parsippany Police Department has increased enforcement efforts, though officials noted current state fines for illegal noise modifications remain relatively low.

Another lengthy discussion centered on a resident’s disputed water bill. Another resident told council members she received a bill claiming her home used roughly 43,000 gallons of water over a three-month period, despite finding no leaks or plumbing issues.

They said the unusually high bill amounted to $466 and included a shutoff notice after she disputed the charges.

Township Attorney Joseph DeMarco said officials would continue investigating the matter and attempt to delay any water shutoff while the issue is reviewed.

Council members also fielded questions about PILOT agreements, library renovation plans, and a proposed settlement involving Glenmont Commons infrastructure improvements.

During the meeting, the council approved a $2.75 million bond ordinance for 2026 road improvement projects and introduced another ordinance authorizing more than $13.5 million in capital improvement bonds.