Welcome to the “online” home of Winthrop Farwell, Jr.
Brockton City Councilor-at-Large

Councilor-at-Large Winthrop Farwell, Jr. represents all residents of Brockton as a member of the Brockton City Council.

He realizes the importance of keeping residents informed of the many issues affecting the city and to represent their views in the legislative branch of city government - the City Council. If you call for assistance, you will receive a return call and/or be referred to the appropriate city department. Political office is about helping people!

Email: wfarwell@cobma.us Telephone: (508) 272-9880.

The second year of our two (2) year term began in January, 2025, with many challenges ahead. This is the time of year when city departments begin analyzing their budget and planning for the next fiscal year which begins on July 1, 2025. Budget hearings are held in June.

Great progress continues on the new public safety complex. This $128 million “campus” will see four (4) city departments housed in one location. The Central Fire Station, Brockton Police Department Headquarters, Brockton Emergency Management Agency and the Information Technology Department will centralize operations and administrative functions. Fall, 2025 is the target date for opening.

The city council amended our zoning regulations to conform to new state laws which allow for “Accessory Dwelling Units” in residential areas. Called “ADU’s” - these residential units can be half the square footage of the principal dwelling on the property but no more than 900 square feet. This law was purportedly passed to address housing needs and to allow persons to rent the units for additional income. The success of this law remains to be determined.

My work as a councilor-at-large is rooted in representing the best interest of the city and making decisions consistent with that philosophy. It is an honor to serve you. Please contact me anytime if questions or concerns arise.

Stay safe during the winter months.

Win Farwell

“Integrity isn’t everything in politics, it is the only thing. Without it, every issue and every vote is compromised.”

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