News & Notices

Rice Corner Cross Road Closure (detour plan included)

Update 5/30/2026: Detour plan map added   The Town of Brookfield’s contractor (Western Earthworks, LLC) will be starting the replacement of the culvert on Rice Corner Cross Road on June […]

Annual Town Meeting Warrant Now Available

The Annual Town Meeting Warrant and Budget are now available online. Please follow the link below for more information: https://www.brookfieldma.us/atm/

CMMPO Proposed 2026 – 2030 TIP Amendment #7 Virtual Public Meeting

Notice of Virtual Public Meeting A notice is hereby given regarding the availability of the following documents/materials for public review and comments by decision makers, stakeholders, and the public: Proposed […]

Volunteers Needed for the Brookfield Planning Board

There are currently two open Planning Board positions, a full member and an associate member, for which we are seeking candidates. Interested parties should e-mail the Brookfield Planning Board at […]

MassDOT Notification of Approved District 3 Vegetation Management Plan

Please find a notice from the MassDOT below:   May 18, 2026 RE: Notification of Approved District 3 Vegetation Management Plan Dear Municipal Officials, Pursuant to 333 CMR 11.05 (4), […]

Annual Budget Presentation – May 21, 2026 6:00 PM

The Annual Budget presentation will be held Thursday, May 21, 2026 6:00 PM in the Brookfield Elementary School Cafeteria. All residents are encouraged to attend. The Annual Budget Presentation is […]

2026 Annual Town Election Results – Revised

The previously-posted 2026 Annual Town Election results inadvertently omitted a couple results. Please see the revised and complete results: 2026 Annual Town Election Results – Revised

Annual Town Election Results

Please find the results of the Annual Town Election below Annual Town Election Results

Notice of Intent to Release Funds (NOIRROF) (Amended 05/07/2026)

Posting Amended 05/07/2026: Addition of Environmental Review Record (ERR) to relevant documents. NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS (NOIRROF)   May 4, 2026   Town of Brookfield 6 […]

Reminder! Annual Town Elections Monday, May 4th 12PM – 7PM

This is a friendly reminder that Annual Town Elections will be held Monday, May 4th 12:00PM – 7:00PM. Election hours start later than usual at 12:00 PM, because there are […]

A Message from the Chair of the Board of Health

05/02/2026 – Amendment to Content The original date listed for town elections was Monday, May 2nd. Updated to Monday, May 4th to reflect actual date of town elections. As my […]

Rice Corner Road Closure/Detour Update

The Culvert Replacement Project on Rice Corner will require a road closure/detour for a period of time between now and June 30th. Attached is the temporary traffic control plan submitted […]

Annual Plant Sale

The Garden Club will be hosting their Annual Plant Sale on the Brookfield Town Common on Saturday, May 23rd 2026 9:00AM – 4:00PM.

10th Annual John T. O’Leary Memorial Operation Clean Sweep

Saturday April 25, 2026 Join us in continuing this Brookfield tradition! Residents and neighbors are invited to take part to hep rid local streets and roads of the litter and […]

CSX Transportation 2026 Yearly Operational Plan

A notice from the CSX Environmental Consultant Dear Sir/Madam, This correspondence serves as a formal notification, in accordance with the Pesticide Board Regulations 333 CMR 11.07 and Massachusetts General Law […]

Resident Medical Emergency List

  The Council on Aging and the Emergency Squad need your help to create a list of residents who would have emergency situations in case of electrical failure: Learn More […]

Emergency Alerts – via Blackboard Connect

Join the town’s Blackboard Connect service to receive time-sensitive phone messages such as weather emergencies. Click here for more information.

Accepting Donations – Brookfield Ecumenical Food Pantry

The Brookfield Ecumenical Food Pantry is accepting donations at the Merrick Public Library whenever the library is open or at St. Mary’s Church, 4 Howard St. during distribution hours: Wednesday […]

Street Lights

The town pays for street lights, whether or not they are on. If you see a light that is not working properly, please write down the pole number and let […]

Motor Vehicle & Property Taxes – Online Payments Now Accepted

  Now you can pay Motor Vehicle & Property Taxes online. Please visit this new Tax Collector’s page for more information.

Burning Permits

  Starting January 15th, permits for outdoor burning of brush and forestry debris will be available. Permits will be issued until April 30. To obtain a permit log onto: Online […]

Public Records Requests

All public records requests are made through the RAO:   Town Clerk Mike Seery Email: mseery@brookfieldma.us   You may also use this new online form: Public Records Requests – Online […]

Town Meeting Schedules & Department Hours

  Board & Committee Meetings For posted town committee meetings, click the “Town Board Meetings” menu option on our new homepage or visit our meeting notices website: Brookfield, MA, Meetings […]

Housing Rehab Loans Available for Eligible Brookfield Homeowners!

  Brookfield Homeowners: The Town of Brookfield is working with the Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC) and its partner the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission (PVPC) to operate a Community […]

VISITORS – CODE OF CONDUCT

The Town of Brookfield’s employees strive to provide a positive experience for those visiting Town facilities, by following the “Professional Standards of Conduct Policy.” In addition, the Town supports a […]

SENIOR FOOT CLINIC DATES

  Foot Clinics for Brookfield Seniors (appointments are required) will be held at:   Congregational Church on Common Street   Cost is $10. By Appointment Only. For information or to […]

Chair Yoga & Coffee Hour

  The Council on Aging is offering FREE Chair Yoga from 9AM to 10AM at the Congregational Church, immediately followed by Coffee Hour until Noon!   Seniors Welcome to participate […]

NEW MATTRESS & BOX SPRING FEES

Due to the new restrictions for mattress disposal and higher fees for the town to dispose of these articles the price will be $100 per mattress and $100.00 November 1 […]

Brookfield Wins 2nd Place for Annual Town Report

AWARD, Second Place   The Town of Brookfield received the second place award for outstanding annual town report from the Massachusetts Municipal Association in the category for communities with a […]

Brookfield Joins “Town Alert”

In an effort to reach more people, the Town of Brookfield has joined “Town Alert.”   This is meant to be a supplemental way of reaching the residents of Brookfield […]

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board seeking Rider Community Population Representative

Worcester, MA — The Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA) Advisory Board is currently looking to fill the position of Rider Community Population Representative (Rider’s Rep.) This position is appointed by […]

Volunteers Wanted to Serve on the CABLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

  Want your voice to be heard regarding cable TV programming? How about assessing the cable needs of the community and recommending policy changes?   Bottom Line: Contract negotiations come […]

Ethics Training & Acknowledgment

Every 2 years, all state, county, and municipal employees must complete a conflict of interest law online training program. Newly elected or appointed public employees must complete this training within […]

MASSDOT INVENTORY OF SPEED MANAGEMENT MEASURES

The UMass Transportation Center is working with MassDOT to promote a safe and efficient transportation network through the implementation of various Speed Management measures (speed humps, raised crossings, curb extensions, […]

Seeking Volunteers for Brookfield’s Communications Committee

  If you’re interested in aiding the Town in it’s ongoing efforts to better communicate with residents (and are a bit tech savvy) – here’s your chance to become involved! […]

Memorial Day Committee

  The Town of Brookfield is recruiting members for its newly established Memorial Day Committee – this is an ideal opportunity to show your civic pride and have a voice […]

Survey Responses Needed!

  The Town of Brookfield is currently working with Central MA Regional Planning Commission on the town’s Hazard Mitigation Plan and we need your input! How you have been affected […]

Fraudulent Website Activity Alert

  The Commonwealth Fusion Center’s (CFC) Massachusetts Cybersecurity Program (MCP) has observed a recent increase in the registration of typosquatted (look-alike) domains that impersonate legitimate websites of healthcare entities in […]

National Grid’s FY26 Annual Transmission Vegetation Maintenance Notification

Please see attached National Grid’s FY26 Annual Transmission Vegetation Maintenance Notification fy26_ng_veg_notice.pdf

CPX Transportation 2025 Yearly Operation Plan & Vegetation Management Plan 2025-2029

  Please see file below for details of CPX Transportation 2025 Yearly Operation Plan and Vegetation Management Plan 2025-2029 csx-2025-2029-vmp-1_1.pdf

Urgent Announcement: Benefit Update for Brookfield Retirees

  ATTENTION TOWN RETIREES   The Town of Brookfield Board of Selectmen has voted to make positive changes to the health and dental plans.   Please contact the Town Treasurer […]

Brookfield Earns 2024 TREE CITY USA RECOGNITION FROM ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION

  BROOKFIELD, Massachusetts (4/1/2025) — The Arbor Day Foundation named Brookfield a 2024 Tree City USA in honor of its commitment to plant, grow, and maintain trees to benefit its […]

Annual Town Election Results Report

  Annual Town Election Results Report for Monday May 5, 2025 Brookfield Town Hall 6 Central Street – Brookfield MA 01506   Total Ballots Cast for the Election = 532 […]

DUE TO ROAD WORK: Gay Road CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. beginning 5-28-25

  Please be advised that due to ongoing road work, Gay Road will be Closed to the Public from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday until further notice. […]

Follow-Up Regarding Transfer Station Accepted Payment Methods

Transfer station customers, please read this update regarding accepted payment methods, from the Town Clerk Michael Seery:   I am following up regarding the no cash situation at the transfer […]

Controlled Burn at Richardson Wildlife Management Area

  A Message from the Brookfield Fire Chief Peter Martell   The state will be doing burning at the Richardson Wildlife Management Area Tuesday, July 22nd, starting at 10:00 AM. […]

Public Health Announcement – First Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) Positive Mosquito Sample

  Executive Office of Health and Human Services Department of Public Health link to mass.gov annoucement page Boston — The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced that Eastern […]

Multi Town BBQ for Seniors

  Sponsored by Representative Donnie Berthiaume and Senator Peter Duran Please join us for a fun afternoon of Hamburgers, Hot Dogs and the fixings as well as a few fun […]

Brookfield Official Town Facebook Page

  The Brookfield Communications Committee has started an Official Town Facebook Page. The goal of this page is to communicate Brookfield News and Announcements to the public on a commonly […]

Board of Health Update on Quaboag Pond (North Pond)

  Even though the pond is looking much better right now, the toxic algae bloom advisory is still in effect. It could be another 1-2 weeks for the advisory to […]

Municipal Resources for New Brookfield Website Survey

  The Brookfield Communications Committee has made the following survey to collect public input for new municipal resource pages for the new town website. Municipal Resources for New Brookfield Website […]

Board of Health Update on Quaboag Pond (North Pond)

  The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) collected a water sample from Quaboag Pond on Monday (8/18). Laboratory analysis showed cyanobacteria levels of 1,900 cells/ml, which is below the […]

Update: Quaboag Pond (North Pond) is Open

  The second round of water testing has passed, and the advisory for Quaboag Pond (North Pond) has been lifted.   The pond is now open again for public use. […]

WRTA Study to Improve Service Underway

  Ride the bus? Your Voice Matters: Provide feedback via Survey   A Comprehensive Service Analysis (CSA) is now underway, led by WRTA with support from MassDOT. This initiative will […]

Help Wanted – Board of Assessor Member

  The Town of Brookfield is seeking a dedicated and community-minded individual to serve on the Board of Assessors. This position plays a vital role in the fair and equitable […]

State Representative Donnie Berthiaume Office Hours

  State Rep. Donnie Berthiaume and Chief of Staff, Donna, and Senator Peter Durant’s office invites Constituents and town officials to meet them to express any concerns, ideas, or issues […]

Quaboag Pond is Open for Public Use

  Quaboag Pond as tested negative two weeks apart for toxic algae (cyanobacteria). Public use of Quaboag pond can resume.   For questions regarding this announcement, please contact the Brookfield […]

LRPHC Local Food Assistance

The Leicester Regional Public Health Coalition would like to provide the following information to the public regarding regional food assistance programs available to the public.   SNAP Benefit updates considering […]

Household Hazardous Waste Day

North Brookfield Recycling Center 58 East Brookfield Road, North Brookfield Residents of: North Brookfield, Brookfield, East Brookfield, Spencer, Charlton, Warren, and Leicester may bring in the following:   Up to […]

Winter Parking Ban – November 15 through April 1st

  A Winter Parking Ban is in effect from November 15th through April 1st. There shall be no parking on any streets between the hours of 11 p.m. to 6 […]

Public Health Alert: Infant Formula Recall

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is alerting providers to a multistate outbreak of infant botulism linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition infant formula. As of November 10, 2025, 15 […]

Public Notice: Temporary Pause of Live Streaming for Town Meetings

Due to ongoing technical issues with our current internet service provider, live streaming of town meetings will be temporarily unavailable. The Town’s IT Department is actively working to resolve the […]

Highway Department Road Treatment Trial with Salt Brine

  Starting Monday, January 5th, the Brookfield Highway Department is performing a trial for treating roads with salt brine instead of rock salt.   Salt brine has several potential benefits […]

Brookfield Recycles! – Textile Recycling at the Brookfield Transfer Station

  Did you know Brookfield has a textile recycling program at the Brookfield Transfer Station which helps to support the town?   In 2025, our community recycled 10 tons of […]

Important Public Health Notice – Respiratory Illness Season

The Leicester Regional Public Health Coalition (LRPHC) is reminding residents that the current respiratory illness season is underway. Seasonal viruses such as influenza (flu), COVID-19, RSV, and other common respiratory […]

Highway Department Phone Number for Emergencies & Urgent Matters

For highway emergencies and time-sensitive situations, please call Highway Superintendent Kyle Rutkowski directly at 413-324-0032.   Kyle has provided this direct line so residents and staff can contact him when […]

Highway Department Sidewalk Clearing Update

After posting about the Highway Department’s sidewalk clearing snowblower having mechanical issues, Babe’s Lawn Care reached out and delivered equipment to complete this task immediately! Their act of community support […]

Announcement – Brookfield Annual Town Election

Brookfield Annual Town Election     Monday May 4, 2026 7 A.M. to 7 P.M. Brookfield Town Hall 6 Central Street   As of February 2nd, Nomination papers for the […]

St. Patrick’s Day Senior Adult Luncheon

  Our team looks forward to entertaining you with a little Luck O’ the Irish.   Location: Brookfield Elementary School Address: 37 Central Street, Brookfield MA 01506 Time: Back Doors […]

Public Meeting Notice & Agenda regarding the CMMPO Proposed 2026-2030 TIP Highway Amendment #5

Notice of Virtual Public Meeting A notice is hereby given regarding the availability of the following documents/materials for public review and comments by decision makers, stakeholders, and the public:   […]

Rice Corner Cross Road Culvert Replacement Information Session

  The Town of Brookfield will be replacing the culvert at Rice Corner Cross Road We invite you to join us and learn more about the culvert replacement project and […]

Brookfield Elementary School Choice Enrollment Now Open

Brookfield Elementary School Choice Enrollment Now Open Brookfield Elementary School has opened the School Choice Window for the FY27 School Year. Anyone hoping to send their child to BES in […]

Public Meeting Notice & Agenda regarding the CMMPO Proposed 2026-2030 TIP Highway Amendment #4

Public Meeting Notice and Agenda regarding the CMMPO Proposed 2026-2030 TIP Highway Amendment #4 Notice of Virtual Public Meeting A notice is hereby given regarding the availability of the following […]

Cyanobacteria Identification Training Webinar

Cyanobacteria Identification Training Webinar Dear local public health partners, A training webinar is being offered in collaboration with Tri-Town Health District, Southern Berkshire Public Health Collaborative, and the DPH Bureau […]

Annual Town Meeting – Thursday, June 4, 2026

Annual Town Meeting – Thursday, June 4, 2026 The Annual Town Meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, June 4, 2026, in the Brookfield Elementary School cafetorium, 37 Central […]

Opioid Listening Session

Opioid Listening Session Are you affected by Opioids? Leicester Regional Public Health Coalition invited you to the Opioid Listening Session Your voice matters! Help guide how opioid settlement funds are […]

State Representative Donnie Berthiaume April Office Hours

State Representative Donnie Berthiaume April Office Hours State Rep. Donnie Berthiaume and Chief of Staff, Donna, and Senator Peter Durant’s office invites Constituents and town officials to meet them to […]

Planning Board Public Hearing: Amendment to Zoning Bylaw for Temporary Moratorium on Permitting of Battery Energy Storage Systems

Planning Board Public Hearing: Amendment to Zoning Bylaw for Temporary Moratorium on Permitting of Battery Energy Storage Systems The Brookfield Planning Board will hold a public hearing on April 8, […]

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