Decades of research and data point to a Massachusetts housing crisis threatening the future economic development of the Commonwealth. Brockton and the Metro South Region are well-positioned to help solve this problem. With thousands of new housing units being built in Brockton and throughout the region, it is easy to see why more people are […]
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The Metro South Chamber of Commerce partnered with our colleagues at Brockton Redevelopment Authority and the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center Network to offer Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) updates from the SBA (U.S. Small Business Administration) as year-end deadlines approach. Review the recorded session on YouTube. Link to apply for EIDL: https://covid19relief.sba.gov/#/ SBA COVID-19 […]
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The Metro South Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to honor ten local businesses whose economic contributions have significantly benefitted the region. These ten businesses have impacted Metro South by creating jobs and adding to the rich business culture by providing valuable products, resources, and services to help our region thrive. Whether small entrepreneurs or franchisees […]
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation has created a toolkit to help the business community combat the opioid crisis. “On this site, you’ll discover how companies have taken action to address the crisis through changes in business processes, employee involvement, and community engagement. The opioid epidemic is destroying communities and families across America and addressing […]
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The Baker-Polito Administration released the Future of Work Report, commissioned by the Administration to evaluate the ways that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed work habits in Massachusetts as the Commonwealth emerges from the pandemic. The Administration also outlined steps that it is taking to address the key findings of the report, with investments and other […]
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Workforce & Economic Development – written by Pauline Muller. At first glance, the City of Brockton looks much like one of many leafy, green cities in the American northeast that are shaking out their feathers after the stresses of COVID-19. But, since meeting with three of its inspiring leaders, I am stuck on the theme […]
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Keep an eye out for the newly updated Brockton Information Boards (the BIBs) across six locations in Brockton. The new boards were installed in March, and feature local attractions as well as a map of Brockton containing major routes, transportation services, schools, and train stations. Sponsors are highlighted with a photo, logo/design, contact information, and […]
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The Brockton Information Boards are here! The new boards were installed late last month in six locations across Brockton. At the Brockton Historical Society, 216 North Pearl Street, Route 27; Metro South Chamber of Commerce & City Hall, School Street; Fuller Craft Museum, 455 Oak Street; Downtown Parking Garage, corner of Main & Crescent Street; […]
Read MoreBrockton’s largest employers, taxpayers, businesses, banks and accounting firm have worked steadily throughout the summer studying a proposal allowing Brockton to purchase the Aquaria desalination plant which provides up to 37% of the city’s drinking water. The recommendation to purchase the plant was made by the city’s CFO Jay Condon, the Brockton Water Commission and […]
Read MoreAt a recent Brockton City Council Finance Committee meeting held May 30, City Councilor Shirley Asack requested the microphone to publicly thank Trinity Financial Inc. (James Keefe, Kenan Bigby and Mathieu Zahler) for their investment in the former Enterprise Newspaper building and adjacent city block. The Enterprise Building had been vacant and the area underdeveloped […]
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