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The NJPTOA sadly announces the passing of our Executive Director, Chief Anthony J. Parenti, (Ret.) 1932 - 2019.

A life well lived in public service. Chief Parenti passed away at Overlook Hospital surrounded by his family on Thursday, August 1, 2019. Tony was born May 29th, in Plainfield, New Jersey, son of Peter and Anna, and baby brother of Albert, George, John, Armando, Laura, and Josephine. He was predeceased by his mother, father, and siblings, and is only survived by his brother Albert’s wife Louise.

After graduating from Plainfield High School, Tony joined the United States Air Force and served during the Korean Conflict, 1951 - 1955. Following completion of his enlistment, and Honorable Discharge, Tony joined his brother George on the Plainfield Police Department. Tony moved to the Fanwood Police Department where he rose through the ranks to become the youngest Chief of Police in the State. While still a patrolman, he obtained his Associates Degree from Rutgers University. During his tenure with the Fanwood Police, Tony founded and was President of the New Jersey Police Traffic Officers Association, for 31 years, drafting legislation and advocating for traffic safety regulations in both the state and federal governments. One of the more notable pieces of legislation he promoted was the Right Turn on Red law. He was a Distinguished Expert Marksman competing in pistol matches throughout the Mid-Atlantic, winning many with perfect scores of 300. Tony was the President of both the Union County Chiefs of Police and the New Jersey State Police Chiefs Association.

After serving 43 years with the police, he retired and was appointed as the Director of the Union County John H. Stamler Police Academy where he was responsible for the training of hundreds of law enforcement officers. Completing 10 years as Director, he ran for Fanwood Town Council and served two terms. The Courier News published a Tony’s weekly “Drive Time” column for over a decade. During his lifetime, he received numerous accommodations for bravery and leadership in law enforcement. He also loved the horses and became President of the New Jersey Standardbred Breeders Association serving on the board of directors for 21 years, 14 years as President. He enjoyed Texas Wieners, The Honeymooners, and Columbo.

Tony is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Sally, their three children: Nancy Fela Parenti, North Plainfield Police Chief William “Bill” Parenti (Eileen), and Somerset County Assistant Prosecutor Anthony J. Parenti, Jr. (Judy), and his nine grandchildren: Daniel (fiancé Nikki), Michael (Rachel), Danielle (fiancé Andrew), William, Bryan, Anthony, Joseph (fiancé Shahnda), Sarah, Matthew, and his three Great Grandchildren: Luke, Alexandra, and 1 week old Virginia, and his many nieces and nephews.

Tony will be remembered as a good father, loyal friend, and an inspiration to all he met. The consummate breaker of chops, if he didn’t like you, you knew it, but he would be merciful. If he liked you, you knew it too, but there was no mercy.


Welcome to the official site of the New Jersey Police Traffic Officers Association (NJPTOA).

Our association is dedicated to enhancing traffic safety in New Jersey.

 This site serves as a resource for our members to exchange ideas and build working relationships. 


Our Mission Statement


This organization shall be known as the New Jersey Police Traffic Officers' Association

which is formed for the following purposes: 


  • To associate Police Officers engaged in the various areas of Traffic Safety into an organized body so they may be kept apprised of the latest technology, training and legislation in the areas of Traffic Safety. 


  • To establish and advance cooperation in the police profession and provide guidance and educational techniques to accomplish the goals of the association. 


  • To contribute time and effort to the citizens of New Jersey by means of serving on statewide traffic safety committees. 


  • To recommend and support legislation consistent with the goals and purposes of this association and public safety.