Letter to the Editor Republican Primary Debate Barberios False Contentions

In a pointed letter to the editor, Nicholas Homyak criticizes Mayor Barberio for his misrepresentation of past administrations and the management of Parsippany's infrastructure. He asserts that Barberio's claims about crime rates and police recruitment during the pandemic are misleading, noting that lockdowns hindered police training. Homyak recalls that Barberio rejected a modest tax increase proposed by former Mayor Soriano, which could have addressed municipal financial issues. He argues that Barberio's reliance on corporate tax revenue has resulted in the degradation of local landscapes, particularly due to the Waterview rezone. The letter discusses the detrimental impact of corporate developers on affordable housing and municipal planning, highlighting the failure to achieve Highlands Conformance.

Homyak urges local officials to educate themselves about the benefits of the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act. He concludes that Barberio's administration, under the influence of John Inglesino, has caused long-lasting harm to Parsippany's community and environment.