Brockton Redevelopment Authority

Join U.S. Small Business Administration Massachusetts at the Tip O’Neill Federal Building in Boston as it kicks off a NEW season! Register here: https://shorturl.at/Tf6bZ

This is a FREE event designed for ambitious entrepreneurs eager to elevate their businesses through a training combine that connects small business owners with top-notch coaches who will educate about procurement opportunities and programs. Get ready to get into game shape!

Event Highlights:

Exclusive Training Sessions: Learn from experienced business development coaches who will provide the tools and strategies needed to thrive in today’s competitive market.

Networking Opportunities: Interact with government contracting experts and scouts who will motivate and focus on building a business.

Procurement Insights: Gain valuable knowledge about new procurement opportunities that can help propel business growth.

The event is perfect for expanding networks, gaining new insights, and much more. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity.

For the past year, the BRA has been remediating lead from Brockton homes as MassHousing's local rehab agency partner. Learn about the program and contact us at (508) 586-3887 x1 for more information.

Learn about financial assistance for deleading Deleading can be expensive. These programs give financial help to property owners who qualify.

In March 2023, Daleen Medina, a then junior at Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical High School, began her internship at the Brockton Redevelopment Authority. After over a year, we bid her farewell as she leaves the BRA to pursue her studies at Tufts University, concentrating on pre-law. Daleen demonstrated exceptional dedication and hard work during her internship, handling all tasks with aplomb and enthusiasm. Her favorite memory was interacting with the staff, sharing jokes and gaining valuable knowledge of HUD programs. We appreciate Daleen's contributions and wish her continued success in her future endeavors. With her permission, we share her note expressing mutual admiration. Originally intended to end in June 2023, we extended her internship multiple times until it was time for her trip to Portugal before starting college later this month. We will miss her dearly and wish her all the best.

Thank you to the agencies and vendors that participated in our housing and resource fair.

This past Wednesday, we hosted our Housing and Resource Fair Umuganda Challenge event, which turned out to be a tremendous success despite the unpredictable weather forcing us to move indoors. Both the vendors and attendees chatted it up and took care of business all at the same time in our conference room. The fair provided an excellent opportunity for community residents to learn about their options for addressing housing and other woes. Moreover, they had the chance to get more information about and apply for our new rental assistance program. The event was a wonderful way for community stakeholders — residents and organizations — to come together, interact, and gain a deeper understanding of available resources in Brockton. If you were able to make it, thank you for coming out to be a part of the day. We are stronger together!

You're invited to the Brockton Redevelopment Authority's first outdoor Umuganda Challenge event, a Housing and Resource Fair that will be held on July 24th, 2-4pm. The location is the outdoor community space between Brockton Beer (121 Main St.) and Merian Tuxedo shop (137 Main St.). If you have a housing need or are in search of related resources, such as jobs, health, nutrition, wellness, finance and more, this is the event for you. See you then.

Did you know that the BRA has a small collection of vintage images depicting historic Brockton moments? One of them is this picture of Marvelous Marvin Hagler, whose statue was recently unveiled on land gifted by the BRA to the city of Brockton last July. Can you identify this moment? If so, tell us in the comments 🙂

This is a REMINDER that July 17th at 2pm is the deadline to submit proposals for 11-15 Frederick Douglass Ave.

Last August, the BRA engaged in a land disposition transaction that transferred two lots to New Vision Enterprises (NVE) for the buildout of a 50-unit new complex to be named the Ringside Residences. Yesterday, NVE was one of 11 project sponsors awarded Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP) funds by the Healey-Driscoll Administration. HDIP allows Gateway cities, such as Brockton, to create housing that supports economic development and increases neighborhood vibrancy. We're thrilled about this exciting news on the project's financing, which brings it far closer to fruition. Next up...the groundbreaking!

Notice of Property for Sale: Introducing the Corcoran Building, a historic property with vast potential and exceptional value. Located at 11-15 Frederick Douglass Ave. in Brockton, this vacant, two-story, commercial space spans 7,270-sq. ft. on a 0.17-acre site. With a rich history dating back to 1930, this distinguished property was once a community cornerstone. Its ground floor storefronts previously housed lively shops and restaurants, while the second-floor hosted beauty salons, a business school and offices for various professionals. Boasting two floors and a basement, this building presents an excellent investment opportunity. Don't miss the chance to make this historically iconic property a centerpiece of the community again.

Notice of Property for Sale: 11-15 Frederick Douglass Ave., the Corcoran Building Introducing the historic Corcoran Building, a remarkable property with endless potential. Located at 11-15 Frederick Douglas Ave. in Brockton, this two-story commercial building spans 7,270-sq. ft.…

Join us tomorrow at 3pm for the Umuganda Challenge as we re-align the initiative to its Rwandese inspiration, which implemented community improvement and beautification projects on an ongoing basis. If you've always had an idea about a persistent need that is not being addressed through collaborative means, this is the session for you to brainstorm and bring it to fruition.

Happy Friday! This is a reminder that our rental assistance program is operational. Here's a flyer outlining its general guidelines.