Construction Work Coming For Bloomfield Children’s Library

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — Construction is scheduled to begin soon on a long-awaited upgrade at the Bloomfield Children’s Library.

Earlier this year, township officials announced plans to move forward with renovations to the historic Bloomfield Children’s Library at 90 Broad Street.

The to-do list includes roof rehabilitation, window restoration, masonry and stone work, and woodwork and trim restoration. Other site improvements will include removing some existing shrubs and trees near the library.

According to the township, a landscape assessment found that the current plantings are overgrown, inappropriate for the historic character of the building, and are contributing to drainage and structural issues. New “historically appropriate” landscaping will be installed after construction is complete.

All restoration efforts will adhere to the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties to ensure that the building’s architectural character is preserved while enhancing functionality, officials said.

The library will remain open for most of the renovation, with modified access as needed to ensure safety and continuity of services.

Construction will begin in mid-September. The project is expected to be completed by August 2026.

“We are so excited to see this historic space receive the care and attention it deserves,” library director Holly Belli said.

“These upgrades will not only protect the building’s integrity, but also allow us to better serve the children and families who rely on this library as a hub for learning and imagination,” Belli said.

The Township of Bloomfield awarded the renovation contract to Cypreco Industries Inc., following an open bid process and a resolution passed during the June 16 township council meeting. Bloomfield town administrators and its township engineer recommended Cypreco based on the company’s “extensive experience with public sector and historic preservation projects,” including its recent work on the City of Paterson library, officials said.

“This project marks a major milestone for the community,” Mayor Jenny Mundell said.

“We’re restoring a beloved local institution in a way that honors its history while making it more accessible and functional for future generations,” Mundell said.

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