Smarter, Smoother Streets: Bloomfield Expands 2025 Roadway Improvement Program

September 2, 2025 - BLOOMFIELD, NJ - The Township of Bloomfield is making significant progress on its comprehensive 2025 Roadway Improvement Program, with road resurfacing, reconstruction, drainage upgrades, and pedestrian safety enhancements taking place across the community.

Since the start of the year, more than a dozen roads have already been resurfaced, and multiple others are currently under construction or scheduled for completion in the coming weeks. When completed, the program will result in more than 9.5 miles of newly paved roads throughout the Township.

“These projects are part of our long-term commitment to improving infrastructure in every neighborhood,” said Mayor Jenny Mundell. “We’re not just fixing potholes—we’re making lasting investments in the safety, functionality, and overall quality of life for Bloomfield residents.”

In addition to standard resurfacing work, Bloomfield is also partnering with PSE&G and the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council to complete full-width paving on numerous roads. This approach goes beyond the utility’s standard half-width restoration, ensuring a more durable and visually consistent finish.

The Township is also preparing to launch a major reconstruction phase, which includes installing new curbs and implementing critical drainage improvements to reduce flooding in areas with outdated or minimal infrastructure. This phase will introduce over half a mile of new stormwater piping and upgrades to 45 drainage structures.

“These improvements go well beyond the surface,” said Township Engineer Paul Lasek. “We’re improving our ability to manage stormwater, targeting roads in the worst condition using AI-based assessments, and maximizing funding by coordinating with grants and regional partners.”

To help guide these efforts, the engineering department is utilizing Vialytics, an AI-powered camera system installed on streetsweepers and other active Township vehicles, which continuously maps and evaluates roadways. This technology eliminates the need for costly manual surveys, providing real-time data on road conditions and municipal assets such as fire hydrants and catch basins. The result is a more efficient, data-driven approach that allows the Township to identify issues sooner, prioritize repairs, and keep streets safer and smoother for residents. 

Additional program highlights include:

• Traffic Calming & Pedestrian Safety Improvements: Speed humps and pedestrian-activated flashing beacons will be installed at key intersections and along residential streets.
   
   
• Signal Upgrades & Drainage Projects: New traffic signal upgrades and stormwater improvements are planned for high-traffic corridors such as Ampere Parkway and Newark Avenue.
   
   
• Equity in Project Selection: Roads are prioritized using objective criteria such as condition (via AI tools), traffic volume, proximity to schools and public facilities, and geographic distribution to ensure all parts of Bloomfield benefit.

While not every street is part of this year’s program, the Township is committed to addressing roadway conditions throughout all neighborhoods over time. Residents are reminded to follow posted “No Parking” signs and project notices when work is scheduled.

“We understand construction can be inconvenient,” added Mayor Mundell, “but the results speak for themselves—safer roads, better drainage, and stronger neighborhoods.”

To view the schedule of upcoming roadway improvement construction, visit: https://tinyurl.com/2025RoadwayImprovement.