May 30, 2025 - BLOOMFIELD, NJ - The inclusion of Bloomfield on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s newly released list of so-called “sanctuary jurisdictions” is both misleading and disappointing. We are a Fair and Welcoming Community, and we follow all federal and state laws, including the New Jersey Attorney General’s Law Enforcement Directives on federal immigration law enforcement.

We categorically reject the false narrative that respecting our residents’ constitutional rights and humanity are somehow at odds with public safety. In fact, they are central to it. We believe public safety depends on cooperation between residents and their government. When people fear that seeking help from police or emergency services might lead to deportation or separation from their families, our entire community becomes less safe.

Let me be clear: our policies do not shield individuals from lawful prosecution, nor do they interfere with federal immigration authorities operating within the bounds of the Constitution. Rather, our approach is grounded in a commitment to inclusion, public safety, civil rights, and community trust. Local law enforcement officers are not immigration agents, and our resources are rightly focused on keeping Bloomfield safe for everyone who calls it home.

In Bloomfield, we stand by our residents - regardless of immigration status - and we will continue working to ensure that everyone feels safe, valued, and protected. Attempts to politicize local governance and public safety will not deter us from doing what is right for our community.

We remain open to dialogue with state and federal partners, but will always uphold the values of justice, equity, and dignity for all who live here.

Jenny Mundell
Mayor, Township of Bloomfield