Pride In Bloomfield: Annual Cleanup Day Attracts Hundreds Of People

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — More than 300 people in Bloomfield recently joined together to carry out a town-wide cleanup at more than 30 locations throughout town.

The annual spring cleanup – which took place on April 22 this year – was sponsored by the Bloomfield Beautification Committee and held in collaboration with local schools, community groups and residents.

A “significant” amount of litter and debris was removed across town, Bloomfield officials said.

Organized by the Bloomfield Beautification Committee and with support from the Bloomfield Department of Public Works (DPW) and Division of Public Safety, the annual cleanup day is a twice-yearly event that encourages residents to actively participate in the upkeep of their neighborhoods and think about the small ways they can make a difference year-round.

Participants choose their own location and the Bloomfield DPW drops off and picks up supplies, including gloves, garbage pickers, bags, rakes, and shovels to be used for the event. Many families brought their children to participate in the campaign, which provided an opportunity to instill values of conservation and community service.

“Our children are the future of Bloomfield, and it is our responsibility to show them how to take care of their surroundings,” Councilwoman Jenny Mundell said. “By involving them in activities like this, we can nurture their love for nature and their sense of belonging in the community.”

Mayor Michael Venezia said this year’s event was a good example of how the community can work together to address problems and “build a brighter future for everyone.”

“I am extremely proud of the volunteers who dedicated their time and energy to pick up trash, plant trees, and beautify our community,” Venezia said. “It's inspiring to see people take ownership of their environment and take responsibility for their actions.”

Town officials said that residents who are interested in learning more about the Bloomfield Beautification Committee can contact Mundell at jmundell@bloomfieldtwpnj.com or the Bloomfield Beautification Committee at beautifulbloomfield@gmail.com.

Residents can also report any “quality of life issues” they observe directly to the township as part of the new Clean and Strong Bloomfield program. To report an issue, please visit the program website and complete the form at: https://www.bloomfieldtwpnj.com1472/Report-an-issue.

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