WBMA-TV serves the Township of Bloomfield, New Jersey. We broadcast Council, Planning, Zoning, and Board of Education meetings. Additionally, we operate a state-of-the-art bulletin board that allows municipal and non-profit community organizations to publicize meetings and fundraising events. We also provide emergency announcements, important township phone numbers, and official notices.
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The WBMA-TV Story
A Legacy of Community Media
WBMA-TV is the official government access television station serving the Township of Bloomfield, New Jersey. Operating from the Bloomfield Civic Center, the station provides comprehensive coverage of municipal meetings, community events, educational programming, and public information services, fulfilling a core mission of transparency and civic engagement.
Established in the late 1970s, WBMA-TV has been in continuous operation for more than four decades, making it one of New Jersey’s longest-running municipal access stations. By 2027, the station will celebrate its 50th anniversary — a milestone that places it among the earliest adopters of local cable access television in the state.
Like many pioneering community access channels, WBMA-TV began modestly, operating with analog equipment in a small studio environment. Early operations relied heavily on VHS and later SVHS playback systems, with programming centered on government meeting coverage and bulletin board announcements. Over time, the station expanded both its physical footprint and technical capabilities, transitioning to digital broadcast systems in the mid-2000s and significantly enhancing production quality and programming diversity.
Throughout its history, WBMA-TV has remained dedicated to its founding purpose: informing residents and promoting open government. Regular broadcasts include Township Council, Board of Education, Planning Board, and Zoning Board meetings, alongside community programming highlighting local culture, health, and public affairs. The station also serves as a vital communication platform during emergencies, delivering timely municipal alerts and information.
WBMA-TV has evolved into a multi-platform media outlet. In addition to its cable presence on Comcast and Verizon systems, the station offers live streaming, video-on-demand archives, and expanded digital engagement, ensuring accessibility for residents across multiple platforms.
Today, WBMA-TV stands as a cornerstone of Bloomfield’s communications infrastructure — an enduring example of how local access television can adapt, innovate, and remain relevant. As it approaches its 50th anniversary in 2027, the station continues to uphold a tradition of public service broadcasting while embracing new technologies to serve future generations.
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