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Township of Bloomfield to Host Community Townwide Garage Sale

The Township of Bloomfield has announced that it will be hosting a community town wide garage sale on April 29 and April 30. To encourage participation, the Township has waived the garage sale permit fees for those dates which means residents can participate without having to pay a permit fee - however registration is required. Residents can register by visiting the Township's website and completing a simple form: [url=https://tinyurl.com/2023-Townwide-Garage-Sale]https://tinyurl.com/2023-Townwide-Garage-Sale[/url] .

Township of Bloomfield Offers Expanded Shuttle Bus Service After Crucial Bus Route Vacated by DeCamp

Bloomfield Mayor Michael Venezia wants residents to be aware of the alternate means by which they can access New York City now that the DeCamp bus company has terminated its commuter service from Bloomfield to New York City. This includes an expansion of the Townships’ existing shuttle service beginning on April 10, that will take residents to the Allwood (Clifton) Park & Ride from which they can transfer to the 192 to the Port Authority, as well as several other alternatives which are listed below.

Bloomfield Township Launching Monthly Mental Health Workshops Starting in March

The Township of Bloomfield Department of Human Services, in partnership with Temple Ner Tamid and Rabbi Katz, will be hosting a monthly workshop to help equip parents and caregivers of children, teens, and young adults with the support and information they need to understand and care for the mental health of their children. The workshops will be held at Temple Ner Tamid (936 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ) on Wednesdays from 7:30-8:30 P.M. on March 29, April 26, May 31, June 21, July 19, and August 23.

Bloomfield Township Partners with NJ Human Services and GetSetUp to Offer Free Online Courses for Older Adults

Bloomfield Township has partnered with the New Jersey Division of Aging Services and GetSetUp to provide hundreds of virtual classes for older adults, taught by peers, to keep residents mentally, physically, and socially active. Classes are interactive, easy to join, offered day and night, and free for Bloomfield community members ages 60 and older.

BLOOMFIELD FIRE DEPARTMENT PASSES AIR AND WATER QUALITY INSPECTIONS AT ITS STATIONS

As part of its commitment to protecting the health and well-being of its firefighters, the Bloomfield Fire Department (BFD) recently took the proactive measure of conducting comprehensive air and water quality checks at all of its fire stations, which confirmed they were clear of any dangerous or toxic particulates.

Bloomfield Township Purchases Four New Electric Vehicles

Bloomfield Mayor Michael Venezia is proud to announce the Township has acquired four new electric vehicles (EV), and received grants for two more, for use by its municipal departments. The Townships’ four new sedans and two trucks will replace older gasoline-powered vehicles in their fleet and bring their EV total to ten.

Bloomfield to Conduct Annual Spring Town-wide Cleanup

The Township of Bloomfield is once again coming together for a town-wide cleanup on Saturday, April 22, from 8:00 - 12:00 PM Noon, in collaboration with local schools, community groups, and residents, and sponsored by the Bloomfield Beautification Committee.

Bloomfield Township Seeks Nominations for 2023 Women to Watch Recognition Awards

The Township of Bloomfield Women’s History Month Committee is seeking nominations for the 2023 Bloomfield Women to Watch recognition awards. This annual event recognizes and celebrates women who have made significant contributions to the community and have demonstrated leadership, innovation, and impact in their personal and professional lives.

Bloomfield Mayor Venezia Urges Residents to Apply for ANCHOR Property Tax Relief Program

Mayor Michael Venezia is urging residents to apply for the NJ Division of Taxation’s ANCHOR – Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters – property tax relief program. Governor Phil Murphy and the State of NJ recently extended the application deadline to February 28, 2023.

Bloomfield hosting Veterans resource fair Saturday, November 12

This Saturday, November 10th, Mayor Michael Venezia, the Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Affairs Department, and the Township of Bloomfield invite you to attend their Veterans Resource fair from 9:00 - 11:00 AM at Bloomfield High School. The event is open to all veterans and active service members, and will feature veteran agencies, community partners, municipal departments, social services, employment and networking opportunities, and more.

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