Brockton News

Fidelity Capital Markets and Jefferies LLC win bids on City of Brockton Bonds and Notes

Fidelity Capital Markets and Jefferies LLC win bids on City of Brockton Bonds and Notes The City to save $570,645 over the life of the bond as a result.   BROCKTON, MA - Mayor Robert F. Sullivan announced that on Thursday, June 3, 2021 the City of Brockton received competitive bids from bond and note…Read More

MVP Action Grant Executive Summary

Through a Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Program (MVP) Action Grant, the City has been working with Fuss & O’Neill to develop an accurate understanding of flooding risks in the City and identify solutions to increase flood resiliency along the City's major river systems. The public is invited to review and comment on the Executive Summary prepared…Read More

Important Traffic Notice

IMPORTANT NOTICE Please be advised KENYON PIPELINE & AQUA STAR COMPANY VEHICLES             will be seen throughout the ENTIRE CITY of BROCKTON doing  SEWER WORK  Due to the road work expect delays when traveling in these areas. ****Please seek alternate routes to avoid delays and prevent vehicle damages as the company will be…Read More

Council on Aging Keeping It Cool Brockton Application

KEEPING IT COOL BROCKTON City of Brockton Cooling Grant Recipient Application To qualify you must be a Brockton resident, aged 60 or older and meet income guidelines.  Please note medical need along with age and income will take first priority. Due to a limited supply of equipment, the deadline to submit an application to the…Read More

Latest Reopening Guidelines as of May 24, 2021

Latest Reopening Guidelines: The Baker-Polito Administration reopening guidelines have been adjusted due to the recent announcement to lift COVID-19 restrictions on May 29th. Effective May 18, the youth and amateur sports guidance will be updated to no longer require face coverings for youth athletes 18 and under while playing outdoor sports. Effective May 29, all…Read More

Fuss & O’Neill to give a Presentation to the City Council about Flooding Risks in Brockton

With the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Program (MVP) Action Grant, Fuss & O’Neill will provide a study to develop an accurate understanding of flooding risks in the City and identify solutions to increase flood resiliency along Salisbury Brook and the Salisbury Plain River. Bullet Points for the City Council Presentation of May 10, 2021 City Council Meeting…Read More

BHA holds Wait List Lottery

The Brockton Housing Authority will be holding a lottery for the Federal Family Public Housing Wait List. Residents can apply online by going to www.waitlistcheck.com/MA3099. Applications will be accepted online 24 hours a day during the dates listed above. You must have an email address or phone number to complete the preliminary application. This preliminary…Read More

Baker-Polito Administration announces latest reopening guidelines

The Baker-Polito Administration announced new reopening guidelines to support the ongoing COVID-19 response. -Effective Friday, April 30th, no masks outside in most settings. -Effective May 10th, amusement and water parks can open at 50% capacity. Road races, other organized athletics allowed. -Effective May 29th, gathering limits increase to 200 indoors, 250 outdoors. Wineries, breweries, and bars…Read More

Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Update from MDPH, April 15th, 2021

The Massachusetts Department of Health Immunization Division has released the following recommendations for the public regarding the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. 1. If you have received the J&J COVID-19 vaccine and develop severe headache, abdominal pain, leg pain, or shortness of breath within three weeks after vaccination, contact your healthcare provider, or seek medical care.…Read More

Vaccine Outreach Coordinator Position Available on April 7

**JOB ALERT** In an effort to improve vaccine access for all residents, the City of Brockton is introducing a new position titled “Vaccine Outreach Coordinator.” As part of the Commonwealth’s ‘Vaccine Equity Initiative,’ the hired individual will work closely with local stakeholders and the state’s assigned DPH Vaccine Community Liaison to improve vaccine access in…Read More