Welcome to Brockton MA Local Elections! This is an unofficial site for information about the candidates in the local elections held in Brockton, Massachusetts.
During the 2025 election season, this webpage will focus on Brockton’s mayoral election.
Below is a simplified summary of each candidate’s background and policy ideas.
For more detailed and expansive information, please visit the candidates’ social media pages and official websites.
“The city and schools can’t operate as two separate sides. There’s only one side, and that’s the Brockton side. The deficit crisis was not caused by an underlying systemic flaw, but by mismanagement and a lack of oversight. We didn’t account for the students we lost, and we spent more than we could afford. That cannot happen again. Moving forward, we need stronger fiscal controls, real accountability and a culture of responsibility at every level of city government and the schools. Brockton families deserve to know their tax dollars are being used wisely and sustainably. With better management and transparency, we can rebuild trust, protect our schools, and make sure our city never faces this challenge again.” [4]
“I absolutely support the ordinance [against camping and loitering]. Doing nothing is not a good option for our residents, businesses, or those struggling on our streets. But ordinances alone won’t solve the problem. As a city, we need to connect our homeless neighbors with real opportunities like day programs, job training, and most importantly, access to rehab and addiction support. These resources exist, and we have to strengthen them. At the same time, individuals must be willing to accept that help. So we’ll implement a balanced approach that mixes supporting our most vulnerable while ensuring Brockton remains safe, welcoming and vibrant for families and businesses.” [4]
“Yes, I believe Brockton should buy the Aquaria water plant as long as the numbers make sense for taxpayers in the long run. Since 2010, we’ve paid nearly $103 million in fees to Aquaria just for the right to access water, with little to show for it. Now, nearly $30 million still remains on our contract until it expires in 2028. Again, doing nothing is not an option. Owning the plant would not only give Brockton more control over our water supply but also create opportunities to generate revenue by selling water to surrounding towns facing well failures and PFAS contamination. We need to address this now, before the contract ends, to protect Brockton’s future and ensure residents aren’t left holding the bag.” [4]
“Brockton came dangerously close to state control during the last deficit crisis. We cannot afford to repeat that. Strong financial stewardship will be my top priority. The next Mayor must prioritize fiscal responsibility, transparency and accountability. This does not mean slashing budgets, it means smart, targeted investments that build a stronger foundation for our city. I will advocate for a balanced budget that supports housing, infrastructure, education, public safety and small business growth. These are the pillars of a thriving community. At the same time, I will stand firmly against wasteful spending to ensure taxpayer dollars are used effectively.” [7]
“In regard to the homeless ordinances, I understand the concerns about the city’s appearance and impact on businesses. However, punitive measures alone do not address the root causes of homelessness, especially without proper programs in place to provide real support. Otherwise, such ordinances risk further harming the vulnerable homeless residents. Instead, I believe we must tackle homeless through:
-Accelerating affordable housing development, including projects like Brockton South TOD, which provide energy-efficient homes near transit.
-Establishing a Major Mental Health Task Force to unite city departments, schools, and nonprofits in a coordinated strategy.
-Securing funding for a Community Mental Health Center to provide free or low-cost counseling, peer support, and walk-in services.
-Expanding community policing and intervention programs.
-Launching public awareness campaigns to reduce stigma and connect residents with available services.
Homelessness is not only a housing issue but also a public health issue. We need compassionate and researched based comprehensive solutions.” [7]
“Due to the recent budget deficit, it would not be fiscally responsible to consider the purchasing of the Aquaria water plant as of now. Our focus will be on repairing and improving existing infrastructure before committing taxpayer dollars to a new project. It simply means now is not the right time. Sound financial planning requires prioritization and Brockton must strengthen its foundation before expanding.” [7]
Brockton MA Local Elections is a non-profit webpage, created by Brockton resident Erin Papineau. It seeks to be a place where Brocktonians can learn about the candidates in their local elections. It is an unofficial site and is not affiliated with the government of the City of Brockton, or any other group.
This webpage is run by one person, which means its scope is limited. During the 2025 election season, it will only cover the mayoral general election, and is only available in English.
This page’s banner image of D.W. Field Park was taken by John Phelan and retrieved from Wikimedia Commons. Neither John Phelan nor Wikimedia Commons is affiliated with Brockton MA Local Elections. The version found on this webpage is a cropped version of the original.
The candidates' photos were retrieved from the candidates' respective websites. Both were cropped to the same size.
Brockton MA Local Elections is an unofficial election information site created for residents of Brockton, Massachusetts.
Brockton MA Local Elections was created and is maintained by Erin Papineau.
