Melvin Bernard Clifford (October 5, 1898 – September 7, 1987) was an American politician who served as Mayor of Brockton, Massachusetts from 1950–51.
In his inaugural address, Clifford promised economy in government, efforts to stop gambling, and an end to the misuse of city vehicles.
[6] On April 20, 1961, he was named temporary city manager after William A. Gildea was fired.
On November 1, a judge ruled that Gildea was to be reinstated and Clifford was to be removed from office.
[7] However, the decision was overturned on appeal and Clifford served acting manager until the position was eliminated following the inauguration of Mayor F. Milton McGrath.