Brockton City Council Meeting 05-11-2026

The Brockton City Council held a meeting on May 11, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved multiple budget transfers, including $5,000 to the parking authority's overtime category and $250,000 to the police department's overtime category for the remainder of the fiscal year. They authorized acceptance and expenditure of various grant funds, such as $125,000 to the Department of Public Works Water, $175,000 to the mayor's office from the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism, and $50,000 to the fire department from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security. The council also approved a transfer of over $9 million from Certified Free Cash to the Chapter 324 Supplemental Reserve. Additionally, the council passed an ordinance related to short-term rental regulations during the World Cup events and discussed a home rule petition to allow retired police officers up to age 70 to serve as special police officers for private details. Several appointments and reappointments to city boards and commissions were confirmed. The meeting concluded with recognition of Haitian Heritage Month and community events.