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Mayor Charles C. Kokoros Declares Donate Life Month In Braintree

Board of Health Coronavirus - April 2, 2020

The Braintree Board of Health will continue providing information regarding the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Braintree. 

April 2, 2020

New Cases:     11

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Board of Health Coronavirus Update - April 1, 2020

The Braintree Board of Health will continue providing information regarding the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Braintree. 

April 1, 2020

New Cases:     5

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Mayor Kokoros Invites Residents to Participate in National Census Day

With National Census Day today, Mayor Charles Kokoros would like to share the three different ways residents can fill out the 2020 Census.

The 2020 Census can be completed online here. The Census can also be completed by mail or over the phone.

"Fillin...

Board of Health Coronavirus Update - March 31, 2020

The Braintree Board of Health will continue providing information regarding the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Braintree. 

March 31, 2020

New Cases:     5

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Board of Health Coronavirus Update - March 30, 2020

The Braintree Board of Health will continue providing information regarding the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Braintree. 

March 30, 2020

New Cases:     6

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Modified Services Provided By The Office Of The Town Clerk

On March 17, 2020, Mayor Charles C. Kokoros issued a Declaration of Emergency in the Town of Braintree, effective immediately, to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19 within our community.  This declaration includes a closure of Town Hall to t...

Board of Health Coronavirus Update - March 29, 2020

The Braintree Board of Health will continue providing information regarding the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Braintree. 

March 29, 2020

New Cases:     1

Tota...

Board of Health Coronavirus Update - March 28, 2020

The Braintree Board of Health will continue providing information regarding the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Braintree. Please visit our website at www.braintreema.gov for daily updates.

March 28, 2020

New Cases:     8

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Board of Health Coronavirus Update - March 27, 2020

The Braintree Board of Health will continue providing information regarding the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Braintree. Please visit our website at www.braintreema.gov for daily updates.

March 27, 2020

New Cases:     3

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Board of Health Coronavirus Update - March 26, 2020

The Braintree Board of Health will continue providing information regarding the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Braintree. Please visit our website at www.braintreema.gov for daily updates.

March 26, 2020

New Cases:     2

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Board of Health Coronavirus Update - March 25, 2020

The Braintree Board of Health will continue providing information regarding the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Braintree. 

March 25, 2020

New Cases:     6

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Board of Health Coronavirus Update - March 24, 2020

On March 24, 2020 the Braintree Health Department was notified of 4 new COVID-19 cases in Braintree. The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Braintree is now 6. The Health Department is initiating protocols as established by the Massachusetts Depa...

Resources for Substance Using Individuals and Individuals in Recovery

As we grapple with COVID-19, it is important to remember that social distancing does not mean social isolation. Connection is critical to maintain sobriety for those struggling with substance use disorder (SUD), who rely on supportive networks as a crucia...

Governor Baker Issues Order Prohibiting Gatherings Of More Than 10 People

Mayor Kokoros would like to inform you of Governor Charlie Baker’s emergency order issued today March 23, 2020 requiring all business and organizations that do not provide "COVID-19 Essential Services" to close their physical workplace...

Mayor Kokoros Signs Emergency Order To Close Personal Care Service and Gym/Fitness Facilities

• Hair salons
• Barbershops
• Nail salons
• Tanning Salons
• Day spas
• Massage and body work establishments
• Tattoo, piercing and body art establishments
• Aesthetics establishments
• Gyms and fitness centers

Available Resources

Emergency Order - Closure Of Personal Care Service F...

Mayor Kokoros Announces Emergency Policy on Public Meetings

The Town of Braintree is dedicated to maintaining all essential functions of municipal operations while protecting the health and safety of its residents. Many of our Board and Commission meetings constitute essential functions that we need to continue an...

Board of Health Coronavirus Update - March 19, 2020

On March 19, 2020 the Braintree Health Department was notified of a second resident who tested positive for COVID-19. This individual tested positive while in the hospital and remains an inpatient at this time.

The Health Department is initiating protocols...

Temporary Emergency Protocol for Building, Plumbing, Gas, and Electrical Inspections

Inspection Protocol Effective March 18, 2020 (PDF)

In an effort to continue to make sure our residential and commercial constituents are provided with safe and timely inspections during this public health emergency the following are inspection protocols th...

Local Special Election - POSTPONED

Local Special Election - POSTPONED - TO BE RESCHEDULED

On March 18, 2020, the Norfolk County Superior Court issued an Order allowing for the postponement of the March 28, 2020 Special Election. Based on the circumstances surrounding the current health emer...

What To Know About The Coronavirus

Mayor Charles C. Kokoros and the staff of the Health Department would like to share current information about an emerging global health concern, the 2019 Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19.   Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that may cause re...

Rain Barrel Program

Join the Braintree Stormwater Division in managing Stormwater at your own home! We will be offering discounted Rain Barrels produced here in Massachusetts through The Great American Rain Barrel Company. Pick-up will be on June 24^th, 2020 from 5 &ndash...

Water Quality Advisory

Please see attached Water Quality Advisory from the Tri-Town Board.

Dear Water System Customer:

In an effort to be proactive and transparent in managing and protecting the Tri-Town’s public water supply, the Tri-Town Board recently conducted volun...

Braintree MBTA Garage Additional Parking

With construction underway for the South Shore Garages project, 300 parking spaces at the Quincy Adams garage will be unavailable for approximately 20 months, starting December 12, 2018.

The MBTA is providing additional parking spaces at Quincy Adams and B...

2020 U.S. Census Braintree Kick-Off

The Town of Braintree has partnered with the US Census Bureau to support the upcoming 2020 census. As their partner, we’ll be working to ensure that the residents of Braintree are accurately represented. Data from the census helps inform plannin...