Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees Meeting on March 24, 2025

The Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees held a meeting on March 24, 2025, where significant discussions focused on water and sewer rate adjustments, capital improvement projects, and infrastructure planning. The board reviewed a detailed presentation on the water and sewer rate structure, including a proposed 10% increase in sewer rates and a 5.38% increase in water rates, with plans to offset some increases using reserve funds to maintain rate stability. The board also discussed the ongoing meter replacement program, the potential for tiered water rates, and the need for a strong capital improvement program to address aging infrastructure, including a $7 million Maple Road project. Additionally, the board approved the formation of a volunteer road advisory committee to explore solutions for local road maintenance and control issues. A zoning and site plan amendment was also presented for a residential and commercial development at South Boulevard and Squirrel Road, with a public hearing scheduled for April 14, 2025. The meeting included approval to extend the use of the Bloomfield Community Television Building for public meetings during ongoing renovations.