Rosalee Gonzalez-First Ward Councilwoman Bloomfield

06/15/2026

Please read the Mayor’s statement below, I will echo:

We encourage residents to remain informed, rely on verified information, and report any concerns through the appropriate Township channels.

Please call the Bloomfield Police Department with concerns (911 for emergencies and 973-680-4141 for non-emergency issues) and/or report activity if you believe you have witnessed misconduct at: https://www.njoag.gov/portal/

This morning, I was notified that agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) were present in the Municipal Plaza parking lot behind town hall.

Upon learning of the situation, Township officials immediately took action to enforce the Township policy adopted by Mayor and Council on March 9, which restricts the use of Township property for immigration enforcement operations. The agents were advised of the Township policy and left the property without delay.

Township of Bloomfield remains committed to upholding the laws and policies adopted by our community. We will continue to enforce this resolution consistently and take appropriate action whenever violations are identified.

Bloomfield is a Fair and Welcoming Community, and we remain dedicated to protecting the rights, dignity, and well-being of all who live, work, and visit here. Residents can be assured that Township officials will continue to monitor compliance and act promptly when concerns are brought to our attention.

We encourage residents to remain informed, rely on verified information, and report any concerns through the appropriate Township channels.

Please call the Bloomfield Police Department with concerns (911 for emergencies and 973-680-4141 for non-emergency issues) and/or report activity if you believe you have witnessed misconduct at: https://www.njoag.gov/portal/

06/14/2026

Who’s up to some beautiful friendly competition?? 🌳🪴🪏🌻🌸

Show Off Your Bloomfield Pride!
Have you planted a colorful garden, created a pollinator-friendly landscape, or helped make your block a little greener this year? The Bloomfield Beautification Committee wants to recognize the residents and businesses who help make our community beautiful through the inaugural Blooming Bloomfield Awards.
Awards will be presented in a variety of categories, including Best Front or Side Yard, Best Storefront, Greenest Block, Sustainable Practices, Monarch Butterfly Garden, and more.
Open to Bloomfield residents and businesses
Registration closes July 15
Winners will receive Township Council recognition and community-wide acknowledgment in August
Whether you've spent months perfecting your garden or worked with neighbors to enhance your block, we encourage you to participate and celebrate the spaces that make Bloomfield shine.
Register today: tinyurl.com/greenstreets26

06/13/2026

A new Sewer Fee Calculator was introduced during last night’s Mayor’s Information Session on the Proposed Sewer Fee Collection Transition. Designed as a resident resource, the calculator provides an estimate of a household’s annual sewer fee under the proposal and compares that estimate to the sewer costs currently included in municipal taxes.

To use the calculator, simply enter your quarterly water usage and assessed property value. You can find this information on your mailed water bill or through the property and billing lookup link provided on the calculator page: tinyurl.com/SEWERCALCULATOR.

Thank you to everyone who attended in person or watched online, we appreciate your participation and hope the presentation helped answer your questions about the proposal.

If you missed the session or would like to revisit the information, the recording, presentation slides, and FAQ sheet are available at: tinyurl.com/MayorsInfoSessions.

06/08/2026

Tonight’s Council Meeting is a Conference Meeting, which means items will be on the agenda for discussion prior to action being taken. We have proclamations honoring Pride Month, the Bloomfield Youth Band, some of our incredible seniors known as the Bloomfield Stitchers, and Women’s Veterans Appreciation Day. We have a presentation on the implementation of our Housing Rehabilitation program, which is another way we are working to keep Bloomfield affordable, discussion of a grant that supports enhancing senior programs, improvements to traffic safety, and award of contract to renovate the parking lot behind the library/Civic Center, and more! All Council Meetings are streamed live on Facebook at
https://www.facebook.com/BloomfieldTwpNJ and WBMA-TV at http://www.wbmatv.com or Channel 35 (Comcast)/ Channel 30 (Verizon). Agendas available at
http://bloomfieldtownnj.iqm2.com/Citizens/

06/08/2026

Please read below to register: Today is the last day to register.

06/06/2026

Hopefully most people received this message.
Stay home! Be safe!

Bloomfield weather alert Saturday June 6 2026. 7 to 10 pm.
Possible thunder storms with strong winds 50-65 mph.
Liightning and heavy rains are also in the forecast.
Stay inside during event call 911 for emergencies all other incidents cal 973-680-4141

06/05/2026

Today, the Township of Bloomfield joins communities across the country in observing National Gun Violence Awareness Day and the national “Wear Orange” commemoration.
This day honors the lives of victims and survivors of gun violence and raises awareness about its continued and far-reaching impact on families and communities nationwide. The color orange is worn as a national symbol of remembrance and hope, inspired by the belief that every person deserves to live free from gun violence.
Residents are encouraged to wear orange today, June 5, in honor of the value of every human life and in solidarity with efforts to prevent gun violence.
At the May 18, 2026 Township Council Meeting, Mayor Jenny Mundell and the Bloomfield Town Council proclaimed Friday, June 5, 2026 as National Gun Violence Awareness Day in Bloomfield.
The Township of Bloomfield remains committed to supporting public safety initiatives and working toward safer, stronger communities for all.

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

This is an amazing opportunity to show how green and beautiful we can be!

The Bloomfield Beautification Committee is excited to announce the first annual Blooming Bloomfield Awards, a community-wide initiative celebrating the gardens, storefronts, and green spaces that help make Bloomfield vibrant and welcoming. This free contest is open to all Bloomfield residents and businesses, with categories recognizing both residential and commercial spaces, including Best Front or Side Yard, Best Storefront, Greenest Block, The Sustainable Practices Award, The Monarch Butterfly Garden Award, and more.
Registration is open through July 15, with winners to be announced in August. Community members may also nominate a garden or green space that they admire. Participants will receive a Township Council citation and community recognition for their efforts.
Register here: tinyurl.com/blooming26
Let’s make Bloomfield bloom.