Brockton Would Get Over $5.7 Million In State Transportation Bill

BROCKTON, MA — The Massachusetts House and Senate agreed on a $16.5 billion transportation funding bill early Wednesday morning, which would provide $5.75 million for projects in Brockton.

The bill, which was passed almost unanimously following a session that lasted until after 4 a.m., now heads to Gov. Charlie Baker's desk for approval.

The bill would provide funding for the following projects in Brockton:

• $3.5 million for the design, engineering, and construction to restore 2-way traffic circulation downtown, replacing the existing 1-way system on Main St., Belmont St., and Warren Ave.
• $500,000 for the construction and improvement of sidewalks
• $500,000 for pedestrian safety improvements on Main St.
• $750,000 for the study and design of a pedestrian access point to Brockton Commuter Rail Station from Montello St.
• $500,000 for elderly and disabled transportation services