New Jersey town approves sewer fee shift opponents say will hurt mom-and-pop businesses

New Jersey town approves sewer fee shift opponents say will hurt mom-and-pop businesses

Bloomfield, New Jersey, has approved a controversial change to how sewer costs are collected. This vote is already heightening concerns about affordability, transparency, and who will ultimately bear the burden. For some households, the shift could lower yearly costs. But for others — especially renters and small businesses — critics say it could create new financial strain. What happened? After months of public debate, the Bloomfield Township C…