Letters to the Editor
By EVAN LERNER
March 13, 2023
To the Editor: On Sept. 11, 2001, my wife and I and our two young daughters were rendered homeless as a result of the terror attacks on the World Trade Center. We set our sights on New Jersey. Not knowing much at the time, we relied on NJ Monthly and the Internet to research rankings of “The ...
It’s our money: Use Borough PILOT revenues to reduce property taxes & cover necessities. To the Editor: At the last few meetings of the Chatham Borough Council, a growing chorus of concerned residents has stepped up to the microphone with an urgent request: Give us a meaningful ...
This Tuesday, March 14th, you will be deciding the next steps for the Morris Plains School District. On behalf of the Board of Education, I would like to thank all of our community members who have educated themselves, engaged in conversations, and shared ideas concerning this referendum. We are ...
To the Editor: The school board and administration has violated your trust. They have overseen the deterioration of the district's classrooms, gymnasium, cafeterias, rest rooms, music and art spaces. The physical learning space is a key component of creating the proper learning environment.
Dear Editor: I am a lifelong Scotch Plains resident and my family has lived here since the 1950s. I am proud to be raising my daughters here, and I enjoy being involved in various facets of the Scotch Plains Community as a mom, coach, educator, small business owner and volunteer. I am writing to ...
Dear Editor: u·ni·ty: /ˈyo͞onədē/. The state of being united or joined as a whole. At the March 9 board of education meeting for the Perth Amboy School District, parents, students and staff displayed their long-suppressed anger with Superintendent Dr. David Roman. To those in attendance, ...
To the Editor: I encourage any residents who are concerned about our children and about maintaining the excellence of the Bridgewater-Raritan school district to vote YES to Referendum Questions 1 and 2 March 14. As a parent of children at Bradley Gardens School and BRMS, I’m voting YES on ...
To the Editor: Voting YES on both questions during the upcoming March 14th Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District Referendum is a must. BRRSD is a top-ranked school district, but the facilities prove otherwise. Our school buildings are aging and need upkeep – we owe it to our faculty ...
My name is Jeff Tiger and I am the chair of the Springfield Township Planning Board and, along with my wife, proud parents of two children who attend Springfield Public Schools. As you are aware, the school district is holding a bond referendum to make necessary improvements and upgrades to its ...
Dear Editor: Over the past seven years, I have volunteered in some capacity with Scotch Plains Fanwood Soccer Club (SPFSC). In that time, I have attended numerous Recreation Commission, Town Council and Board of Education meetings as an advocate for new and improved recreational spaces for our ...
MADISON, NJ — In a vibrant community like Madison, residents, business owners, and stakeholders all want to be heard. Instead of having your ideas getting lost in the fractured world of social media, share your thoughts with the TAPinto Morristown audience. TAPinto Morristown is the place to ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — In a vibrant community like Morristown, Morris Township and Morris Plains, residents, business owners, and stakeholders all want to be heard. Instead of having your ideas getting lost in the fractured world of social media, share your thoughts with the TAPinto ...
This letter is written in regard to the article posted March 6, 2023 regarding a student who was charged with assault at the middle school. The police report is one-sided. Also, important facts have been left out. The child being charged as the aggressor is a special education student and ...
During the past several Town Council meetings, Republican members of the Council have been suddenly complaining about the County taxes. This has taken place at least three meetings by my count. It made me wonder why they were raising that issue at this particular time. My question was answered ...
Dear Editor, At 80 years old, I’ve learned what’s important in life and what to prioritize. At the top of my list is my good health. I’m lucky to have lived a long and happy life, and I look forward to many more years ahead enjoying time with my loved ones. I know as an older woman I have ...
At the February 28, 2023 Westfield Town Council meeting, there were votes on two resolutions and the introduction of three ordinances about the One Westfield Place project. The Council approved the redevelopment agreement with Streetworks and the Streetworks’ application for paying reduced property ...
I recently read your (TAPinto) article on cannabis retailers in Mount Laurel. The vast majority Mount Laurel residents are unaware that the local government is approving marijuana dispensaries in our town. It's concerning because our town is heavily family centric, and many of the towns ...
I just want to respond to the article about the Nutley Middle School Incident on 2/10/23. The alleged "puncher" is a victim of bullying and harassment. Please get all sides of the story first. The "puncher" is portrayed to be the bully when really he is the victim. Thank you. Editor's ...
To the Editor: This is in response to a Chatham Courier article dated Thursday 2/23/23 (“Residents levy worries over sharing River Road tax revenue”; in both print and online editions). The article concerns the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (“PILOT”) item with respect to the River Road ...
The Township continues to make alarming land use decisions permitting builders to bypass various conservation ordinances to construct major developments. At the March 6, 2023 Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting, there will be a public hearing where Galreh, the applicant for a major mixed use ...
To the Editor: Having attended the majority of the township committee meetings concerning the issue of Hunterdon Creekside versus Pulte, I too am, as the TAPinto reporter quoted, baffled, boggled, disturbed, offended, sad and puzzled regarding the township committee’s decision to release the ...
To the Editor: As a resident of Bridgewater, I've decided to vote No and No in the March 14 Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District Referendum, and wanted to share some reasons for this decision. In 2023, the school district will pay off existing debt payments and so if this referendum ...
I am writing to express my concern regarding the demolition of the Nabisco building in Fair Lawn. While the development of this property is exciting, it is crucial that safety measures are taken into consideration during the demolition process. There are several issues that must be addressed to ...
The Township continues to make alarming land use decisions permitting builders to bypass various conservation ordinances to construct major developments. At the March 6, 2023 Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting, there will be a public hearing where Galreh, the applicant for a major mixed use ...
I am writing to express my concern regarding the demolition of the Nabisco building in Fair Lawn. While the development of this property is exciting, it is crucial that safety measures are taken into consideration during the demolition process. There are several issues that must be addressed to ...
I am writing to express my concern regarding the demolition of the Nabisco building in Fair Lawn. While the development of this property is exciting, it is crucial that safety measures are taken into consideration during the demolition process. There are several issues that must be addressed to ...
I am extremely concerned about the pending Nabisco implosion in Fair Lawn, NJ due in April. It could well lead to toxicity and deadly cancers as experienced during 9-11 as a result of asbestos dust in air, soil, water and construction workers clothing! The NJ State and Bergen County must take ...
Boon for Builders in Wayne The Township continues to make alarming land use decisions permitting builders to bypass various conservation ordinances to construct major developments. At the March 6, 2023 Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting, there will be a public hearing where Galreh, the ...
Dear Editor, I am writing to express my concern regarding the demolition of the Nabisco building in Fair Lawn. While the development of this property is exciting, it is crucial that safety measures are taken into consideration during the demolition process. There are several issues that must be ...
Dear Editor: The purpose of this letter is to revisit a request I previously raised with our Recreation Commission several years ago. I requested having Automated External Defibrillators (AED’S) permanently installed/available at all Scotch Plains Township athletic ball fields. Needless to say, ...