Bloomfield Township Wins Prestigious “Achievement in Planning” Award for 2025 Master Plan
October 7, 2025 - BLOOMFIELD, NJ – The Township of Bloomfield has been recognized with the 2025 Achievement in Planning Award from New Jersey Planning Officials (NJPO) for its forward-looking Master Plan, adopted earlier this year.
The honor highlights Bloomfield’s comprehensive, community-driven planning process and the Township’s ongoing efforts to balance sustainable growth, historic preservation, and quality of life for residents. NJPO, the largest affiliate of the New Jersey State League of Municipalities, presents the Achievement in Planning Award to honor exemplary and innovative municipal planning.
“Our Master Plan represents Bloomfield at its best - collaborative, forward-thinking, and deeply rooted in community values,” said Mayor Jenny Mundell. “This award reflects the dedication of our Planning Board, professional consultants, and most importantly, our residents, whose input and vision shaped every part of this plan. Together, we’ve created a roadmap that protects what we love about Bloomfield while preparing us for the opportunities and challenges ahead.”
Developed over two years with extensive public participation, the Master Plan guides Bloomfield’s continued growth with a focus on revitalized commercial districts, sustainable infrastructure, expanded recreational opportunities, diverse housing, and safe, walkable neighborhoods.
“Bloomfield’s Master Plan is a model of inclusive, thoughtful planning,” said Elizabeth Leheny, Principal at Phillips Preiss Grygiel Leheny Keller LLC, the consulting firm that worked with the Township on the project and serves as Town Planner for Bloomfield. “It balances growth with preservation, sustainability with resilience, and ensures the community’s voice is central to every decision.”
NJPO praised Bloomfield for transforming from a post-industrial community into a model of economic growth, environmental stewardship, and social equity. The Master Plan honors Bloomfield’s heritage, while positioning the Township for a sustainable future.
“This award is a tribute to teamwork and vision,” said Alan Laquaglia, Chair of the Bloomfield Planning Board. “It reflects the work of the entire community and gives us a clear path forward to strengthen Bloomfield for generations to come.”
The full 2025 Master Plan is available on the Township’s website at: www.bloomfieldtwpnj.com/359/Master-Plan