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Holiday Trash Collection Information

Due to Patriots Day on Monday, April 20, trash, yard waste and "B" Week Recycling will be delayed by one day. Friday's collection will be on Saturday. Please call the Recycle Depot at 508-580-7827 with any questions.Read More
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Montello Street between Crescent and Lawrence Streets

Construction of the Montello Street Water Transmission Main Replacement is scheduled to begin April 20, 2026, and continue through August 2026. Work includes replacing the 20-inch water main on Montello Street (from Crescent Street to Lawrence Street), upgrading water services to property lines, and replacing hydrants, pavement, sidewalks, wheelchair ramps, and curbing, along with traffic…Read More
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Mayor Rodrigues Introduces Brockton’s New Commissioner of Health and Human Services, Ms. Wadezah McCullough

Ms. Wadezah McCullough is the city’s new Commissioner of Health and Human Services. In this role, she will oversee public health programs, manage budgets, enforce regulations, and coordinate responses to public health emergencies. Working with state and local partners, she will promote safe environments, expand access to quality care, and develop policies that support healthier…Read More
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Join the City of Brockton’s Advisory Council on Health

Who We Are Led by Mayor Moses Rodrigues and Commissioner Wadezah McCullough, the City of Brockton seeks to engage Brockton community members in a 9-person Advisory Council on Health. Appointed members will advise the Commissioner on: City health ordinances Equity-centered community health promotion and prevention strategies Advocacy efforts Emergency planning Other health-related topics Who We…Read More
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Brockton Police Junior Cadet Program Recruiting NOW for Summer 2026

Recruiting NOW for Summer 2026! The Junior Cadet Program provides first-hand experiences and insight into the operations of law enforcement. This program also affords these highly motivated young people an opportunity to consider law enforcement as a potential career choice. Eligibility Requirements: 14-16 years of age Brockton resident       Program Dates: July 20-24,…Read More
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Mayor Rodrigues Announces the Formation of the Mayor’s Community Advisory Council

Brockton is at its best when we work together. Mayor Moises Rodrigues knows that the best ideas for our city don't just come from City Hall—they come from the people living on our streets, raising families in our neighborhoods, and running our local businesses. That’s why we are launching the Mayor’s Community Advisory Council (CAC).…Read More
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The City of Brockton Honors Vietnam Veterans

Each year, we pause to honor the men and women who served during one of the most challenging conflicts in American history. It is a day not only of remembrance, but of recognition. Many Vietnam veterans returned home without the gratitude they deserved, and today, we strive to correct that. In 2025, the City honored…Read More
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Office Hours With Mayor Rodrigues – Wednesday evenings

Mayor Rodrigues has officially launched Office Hours with Mayor Rodrigues, a new initiative where Brockton residents can book a private 15-minute meeting directly with the Mayor. The meetings will take place in the Mayor's Office on the first floor of City Hall. Appointments are available every other Wednesday between 5:00 and 7:00 pm. Mayor Rodrigues…Read More
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Newbury Street Bridge Replacement Project

The City of Brockton Department of Public Works will be replacing the existing Newbury Street bridge over the Salisbury Brook. The work will begin in March 2026 and last through October 2026.As voted by the Brockton Traffic Commission on May 15, 2025, the following restrictions will be in place during construction:• NO PARKING: along Ellsworth…Read More
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DPW Commissioner Pat Hill’s Analysis of Brockton’s Blizzard Response

On February 23, the City of Brockton experienced a record-breaking blizzard that blanketed the community with 31 inches of snow, the largest single snowfall ever recorded in the city’s history. Despite the unprecedented scale of the storm, Brockton’s snow removal operations rose to the challenge, demonstrating both resilience and coordination under extreme conditions. Read DPW…Read More