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Week In Review: More Development Could Be Slated This Year, Census Numbers To Be Challenged and More
Here's a rundown of the top stories this week!
Bloomfield to Challenge Census Numbers
The new census population numbers for Bloomfield just don’t add up.
Mayor Raymond McCarthy believes the 2010 census underestimated Bloomfield’s population, which could ultimately deny the township from applying for additional federal and state grants. On Monday, he said the township will look into challenging the findings.
Another Development Project on Bloomfield's Horizon?
A long delayed development project of a historic Bloomfield building may be resurrected in the coming months.
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Poll: Bloomfield Council Looks to Curb Commercial Vehicle Parking
The Bloomfield Council will look curb commercial vehicle parking next week.
The council will consider banning all overnight parking for vehicles with commercial license plates throughout the township at the upcoming council meeting on Jan. 22.
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Two Bloomfield Gas Stations Robbed at Gunpoint
Two Bloomfield Avenue gas stations were held up at gunpoint within minutes of each other before daylight Friday morning, according to Bloomfield Police.
Opinion: Leading From Behind
The following was written by former Board of Education member Joseph Lopez.
School Board President Mary Shaughnessy stated in regards to the 2011-2012 zero percent tax increase that, "It's kind of left our budget in tatters."
It is important to remind our Bloomfield residents that Shaughnessy has forgotten that she is on the record voting "yes" for that budget. So, Shaughnessy can bury her head in the sand so as not to assume any responsibility, but she can't hide.
Visions for Vacancies: What Should Move to 50 Broad St.?
In this installment of Visions for Vacancies, the Bloomfield Patch asks: what do you think should move into 50 Broad St., the former Annie Sez department store.
Bloomfield College Development Gets Green Light
Bloomfield College's new development will include a Barnes & Noble bookstore, Starbucks and dorm rooms, reports Bloomfield Life.
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