Brockton, New Soccer Field at Snow Park: $245,000 - As promised by Mayor James Harrington

(State House, Boston) – Senator Robert Creedon, Representatives Kennedy, Canavan, and Creedon, and Mayor Harrington are proud to announce that the City of Brockton received 2 of 21 grants
Brockton, GAR Park Renovation: $118,888
The construction of a new soccer field and amenities will add facilities to accommodate this locally-popular sport.

Renovation of a plaza beside City Hall will restore landscaping, add new benches and lighting, and help create a pedestrian-friendly area.
“Open spaces help define the character and improve the livability of our cities and towns, and investing into our system of parks across the entire Commonwealth will allow residents to enjoy nature and engage in recreational activities within their communities,” said Governor Patrick.
“I am proud of the partnership that currently exists between Our State delegation and my Administration,” said Mayor James E. Harrington, “These grants will allow us to renovate our City Hall Plaza and build a beautiful soccer field for our soccer community”
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs’ Urban Self-Help Program grants are available for the acquisition of land, as well as construction and renovation of property for park and outdoor recreation purposes such as athletic play fields, playgrounds and game courts. Including construction grants funded last year, current standing commitments in the Urban Self Help pipeline total nearly $14 million.
Today’s grant announcement comes on the 30-year anniversary of the establishment of Urban Self-Help, a program that helps cities and towns acquire and develop parkland and renovate existing parks. Grants are offered on a competitive basis and pay at least half or up to 70 percent of a project’s total cost depending upon the income level and other demographics of municipalities.
The grants are issued over a two-year period, with funding typically split between planning and design costs the first year and construction the second year. Selected projects must include general public access. Additional consideration is given for projects that feature model storm water practices, water conservation, re-use of brownfield sites and other environmentally beneficial aspects of projects. Funding projects in urban neighborhoods that lack adequate access to parks is a program priority, as is development of parks near public transit.

Senator Creedon quote

Rep Tom Kennedy Quote

Rep. Canavan-- "It's always a celebration to hear of projoects such as parks, memorials, libraries to be funded....often overlooked in the budget, we thank appreciate efforts of Gov Patrrick and the EOEA in chosing Brockton...."

"Parks and recreational space are so important to children and all residents in a city landscape."
Rep. Geraldine Creedon