Brockton News
Brockton Community-Led Seat Belt Campaign Boosts Seat Belt Usage by Over 70%
Brockton, MA – October 2024 – A groundbreaking community-driven road safety campaign has significantly increased seat belt usage in Brockton. The "Buckle Up, Brockton" campaign, led by MassDOT, has led to a remarkable rise in seat belt compliance from 42% in April 2024 to 72% in September 2024. The campaign's success stems from its unique,…Read More
No Parking During Snow Emergency
Please be advised that Mayor Robert Sullivan has declared a snow emergency in the City of Brockton effective Sunday - January 19, 2025 at 5pm. There is no parking on any city street during the snow emergency. The following locations have been established as free off-street snow emergency parking lots. The parking lot on East…Read More
Holiday Trash Collection Information
Due to Presidents Day on Monday, February 17, trash and "A" Week recycling will be delayed by one day. Friday's collection will be on Saturday. The Recycle Depot will be closed on Monday. Please call 508-580-7827 with any questions.Read More
Holiday Trash Collection Information
Holiday Trash Collection Information Christmas Week (12/23-12/28) Monday & Tuesday normal schedule - Wednesday, Thursday and Friday will have a one day delay. New Year's Week - (12/30-1/4) Monday & Tuesday normal schedule - Wednesday, Thursday and Friday will have a one day delay. Christmas tree curbside pickup - on your trash day the weeks…Read More
Brockton 2024 Holiday Decorating Contest Winners Announced!
The Brockton Beautification Committee viewed all of the wonderful entries over this past weekend and have selected the winners. Congratulations to the winners and all of the entries! Brockton is certainly bright and beautiful this year! Thank you to the Brockton Beautification Committee for organizing this wonderful Brockton holiday tradition. Want to tour? Follow this…Read More
Holiday Trash Announcement
Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday on November 28, trash and "A" week recycling collections for Thursday and Friday will be delayed by one day. Please call the Recycle Depot at 508-580-7827 with any questions.Read More
Special City Council Meeting
In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 40 Section 56 of the Massachusetts General Laws, a Special Meeting of the Brockton City Council, will be held on Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:15PM at the City Hall, 45 School St., Brockton, MA, 2nd. Fl. Council Chambers, the meeting is for determining the percentages of the…Read More
2024 Holiday Decoration Contest. Let’s Light Up the City!
Mayor Robert Sullivan and the Brockton Beautification Committee announce the second annual Holiday Decorating Contest. This year, there will be two categories: residential and business. Application must be received by December 6th by US mail, email, or via the online form. (link here: https://forms.gle/5cfEvm2o2PRfBFueA The judging will take place on the weekend of December 13th and 14th.…Read More