Bloomfield Launches New Township Advisory Committees (How To Apply)

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of the Township of Bloomfield. Find out how to post announcements or events to your local Patch site.

Bloomfield Mayor Jenny Mundell and the Township Council are pleased to announce the establishment of four new advisory committees aimed at enhancing community engagement and celebrating the diversity of Bloomfield residents. These committees, which were officially established by resolution during the Township Council meeting on Jan. 27, are:

• Senior Citizen Advisory Committee
• Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Advisory Committee
• Fiesta Latina and Hispanic Heritage Month Advisory Committee
• Women’s History Month Advisory Committee

These committees will provide residents with opportunities to have a direct impact on key events, initiatives, and celebrations within the township. Mayor Mundell and the Township Council are committed to creating more avenues for residents to engage with their local government and help shape the future of Bloomfield.

“We are excited to create these new advisory committees that will amplify the voices of our diverse community,” Mundell said. “Each of these committees is an opportunity for Bloomfield residents to contribute to the continued growth and unity of our township. I encourage anyone with a passion for civic involvement, celebrating cultural diversity, and enhancing our community to apply. Together, we can make Bloomfield a more inclusive, vibrant, and connected place to live.”

Applications to serve on these committees are now open and will be accepted through Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. Interested residents can apply by submitting a letter of interest and a current resume with their application on the township’s website at https://bit.ly/BloomfieldBoards or by mail to the mayor’s office at 1 Municipal Plaza, Bloomfield, NJ.

All applications will be reviewed in preparation for committee appointments during the regular Township Council meeting on Feb. 24.

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