Bloomfield Tweaks Water Billing Cycle Due To Coronavirus

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — Bloomfield had to temporarily tweak the way it bills residents for water because of the coronavirus, officials say.

According to a municipal news release, Bloomfield residents will be receiving their cycle one water bills in the mail within the next few days. As a result of COVID-19, the cycle one bill will cover a longer billing period than usual which will explain the higher bill that some residents will get.

“As a result of COVID-19, we have been forced to adapt and make changes in order to keep residents and municipal employees safe and healthy,” Township Administrator Matthew Watkins said.

“One of the changes you will notice is that we have extended the billing period for the cycle one water bill,” Watkins explained. “Residents may notice a higher bill but it is only due to the longer than usual billing period. Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Water Department at 973-680-4051.”

The bill will cover the timeframe of March 31 to Aug. 25, and will be due Sept. 25. Bills can be submitted online or in person at the Municipal Building between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

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