全美亞裔總商會調研: 更多亞太裔企業面對關門及裁員危機

全美亞裔總商會調研發佈會，主講者包括國會議員孟昭文(第一排左起)，Andy Kim，全美亞裔總商會會長董繼玲等人。

 全美亞裔總商會調研

更多亞太裔企業面對關門及裁員危機 

亞太裔企業需要拜登政府及州政府的立即關注和支援

華盛頓特區 – 今日，全國亞裔總商會(National ACE)和”全美策略聯盟(PPS)”合作，公佈亞太裔企業在新冠病毒大流行期間經驗的新調查數據。其中重點包括，84%亞太裔企業受到新冠病毒大流行的負面影響，44%已減少雇用員工人數等調查結果的一部分。這調查反映了亞太裔企業要從這人生難得一遇的病毒大流行中恢復，面對著巨大挑戰。

全國亞裔總商會會長暨執行長董繼玲表示，”對小企業來說，要能撐過這場病毒大流行，國會需要確保在因應新冠病毒危機上有健全的長期對策”。”這個困境無法在短期內解決。事實上，我們需要國會和各州政府承諾，要能夠在未來歲月中確保小企業的生存，繁榮。

這調查是從9月28日至11月30日在網上完成的，不僅收集了900家亞太裔企業的數據，也收集非洲裔及西班牙裔企業的數據，以和我們的美國非洲商會，美國西班牙裔商會夥伴分享資訊。這調查共收到8,328份回應，因此成為在新冠病毒大流行影響上，關於亞太裔，非洲裔及西班牙裔企業的最大規模田野調查。

接受調查的亞太裔有壓倒性的大多數人說，他們的企業至今還被新冠病毒大流行打擊得非常嚴重，使得他們不但收入減少，還得裁員。許多亞太裔企業主聲稱，如果沒有財務援助，他們的情況會更糟。

這些調查發現包括:

●    67%亞太裔企業表示，獲得財務援助，或者額外資金是他們未來6個月的第一優先任務。

●    17%亞太裔企業的手頭現金，不足以支撐他們的企業繼續經營一個月

●    23%亞太裔企業預期會在未來6個月中永遠關門。

●    61%亞太裔企業錯過了重要補助，因為他們不認為自己符合申請資格

●    49%亞太裔企業預期會至少裁員1人

●    80%亞太裔企業明說，他們需要贈款形式的援助，而不是經由貸款舉債更多。

亞裔麥當勞經營者協會主席暨全國亞裔總商會政策委員會的現任主席Jimmy Ferguson說，亞太裔，尤其是亞太裔婦女所擁有的企業，在這次危機中受到的打擊很大。國會必須確保這重要的社區獲得生存所需援助，撐過這場病毒大流行，更為強壯”。”人們錯誤的認為，亞太裔在這場病毒大流行中掙扎程度較小，那是不正確的。 

關於全國亞裔總商會

全國亞裔總商會的使命是做為亞太裔企業利益的強力支持者，就加強，促進亞太裔企業，創業者，以及企業領袖的目標及抱負等的所有議題，推動積極改變。全國亞裔總商會致力經由支持，宣導影響亞太裔社區的議題，改善亞太裔社區的經濟發展及經濟影響，促進結盟及加強社區建造，培養下一代亞太裔創業家及主管，來達成這使命。全國亞裔總商會在全國為亞太裔的企業利益發出統一聲音。

SURVEY: Largest Survey focused on AAPIs Business Owners Shows More Businesses

Face Closures and Employee Layoffs

 

AAPI business owners and their employees need immediate and long-term help from the Biden Administration and State Governments

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the National Asian/Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurship (National ACE) and Reimagine Main Street, an initiative of Public Private Strategies (PPS), released new survey data on the experience of AAPI business owners during the Covid-19 pandemic. Among its key findings, 84% of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) businesses have been negatively impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic and 44% have decreased the number of people they employ. This survey reflects the immense challenges that AAPI businesses face in recovering from a once in a lifetime pandemic. Congresswoman Grace Meng (NY-06) and Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03) joined the briefing to provide comments on the importance of AAPI business owners to the country’s economic recovery.

“For small businesses to make it to the other side of this pandemic, Congress needs to ensure there is a robust, long-term response to the Covid-19 crisis,” said Chiling Tong, President and CEO of National ACE. “In addition to our findings, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that Asian American women who are jobless have been hit harder than any other group, with 44% having been out of work six months or more. This dilemma cannot be solved with a short-term perspective. In fact, we need Congress and States to commit to ensuring that small businesses survive and thrive in the months and years ahead.”

The survey, conducted online from September 28 to November 30, collected data on nearly 900 AAPI business owners – and also Black and Hispanic business owners in order to share information with our partners at the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. and the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. The survey resulted in 8,328 respondents, making it the largest survey of AAPI, Black, and Hispanic business owners fielded on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. 

An overwhelming majority of surveyed AAPIs said that their businesses have been hit hard by the pandemic to date, causing lower revenues and job cuts. Many AAPI business owners have stated that their situation will worsen without financial assistance. Among the findings:

·        67 percent of AAPI businesses cite obtaining financial assistance or additional capital is their number one priority in the next six months.

·        17 percent of AAPIs have less than one month of cash on hand to keep their businesses up and running.

·        23 percent of AAPIs expect to close permanently in the next six months.

·        61 percent of AAPIs missed out on critical aid because they did not believe they were eligible.

·        49 percent of AAPI business owners expect to lay off at least one employee.

·        80 percent of AAPIs specified that they want that assistance in the form of grants, as opposed to taking on more debt through loans. 

 “Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) owned businesses have suffered greatly from this crisis, particularly AAPI women. Congress must ensure that this important community receives the assistance it needs to survive and come out of the other side of the pandemic stronger” said Jimmy Ferguson, Chair of the Asian McDonald's Operators Association and current Policy Committee Chairman for National ACE. “It is wrongly assumed that AAPI’s are struggling less through the pandemic, which is simply not true.”

“I applaud National ACE for their work on a national survey to underscore the challenges AAPI small business owners face,” said Congresswoman Grace Meng (NY-06). “The survey data paints a bleak picture and underscores why additional support will be needed. These businesses were hit doubly because of the pandemic’s economic impact and the vicious anti-Asian hate and discrimination. Even before the first cases hit my home state of New York, our AAPI small businesses were victims of racism; they were the canary in the coal mine as the pandemic ravaged communities across the nation. Small businesses are the lifeblood of a community, and they need all the help during the Covid-19 relief and recovery. I will continue to fight for relief for AAPI small business owners.”  

“Every small business owner should know that Congress has their back as we work to recover from the pandemic. That should be especially true of our AAPI brothers and sisters, and other communities of color, who have been disproportionately hard hit by this crisis and often lack ready access to the resources necessary to rebuild. This survey shows us the depth of the crisis; it’s now up to us in Congress to act with the level of urgency and scale needed,” said Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03). 

 

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About National ACE

 

National ACE’s mission is to serve as a strong advocate of AAPI business interests and effect positive change on all issues that enhance and advance the goals and aspirations of AAPI business owners, entrepreneurs, and corporate leaders. National ACE strives to do this through supporting and promoting issues that impact the AAPI business community, improving the economic development and economic impact of the AAPI community, advancing coalitions and enhancing community building, and fostering the next generation of AAPI entrepreneurs and executives. National ACE provides a unified voice for the business interests of AAPIs nationally.

MAYOR WALSH, BOSTON HEALTH OFFICIALS TO INCREASE CAPACITY LIMIT ON BUSINESSES STARTING MONDAY

MAYOR WALSH, BOSTON HEALTH OFFICIALS TO INCREASE CAPACITY LIMIT ON BUSINESSES STARTING MONDAY

BOSTON - Friday, February 5, 2021 - Given the improvement in the number of COVID-19 cases and the City's positivity rate over the past few weeks, today Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced that beginning on Monday, February 8, the City of Boston will align with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' reopening guidance by lifting the 25% capacity restrictions on local businesses, including restaurants and gyms. Effective Monday, February 8 at 5:00 a.m., businesses can operate at 40% capacity, an increase from the current 25% capacity limit. "Since the start of the pandemic, we've made decisions based on science and data. The data right now tells us things are moving in the right direction," said Mayor Walsh. "While Massachusetts continues to expand access to vaccines and our numbers trend modestly downward, we need to stay vigilant. Please keep wearing face coverings, washing your hands, staying 6 feet apart and please do not gather with people you don't live with." As of January 28, 2021, the City was averaging 342.7 COVID-19 positive cases per day, down from 590.4 in mid-January. The City's positive rate is currently 6.2 percent, down from a high of 8.9 percent in early January. For more on COVID-19 cases per neighborhood, visit here.   The following industries in the City of Boston may increase to 40% capacity on February 8, 2021:  Arcades and Recreational Businesses Close Contact Personal Services (employees do not count toward the 40% limit) Driving and Flight Schools Golf (indoor areas) Gyms/Health Clubs Libraries (Boston Public Libraries will not be open for browsing, but services will remain available through the BPL To Go program) Lodging (common areas) Movie theaters (maximum of 50 people per theater) Museums Offices Places of Worship  Restaurants (employees do not count toward the 40% limit) Retail  The City remains in Step One of Phase Three of the Reopening Massachusetts Plan. Current restrictions on gathering sizes remains the same, limiting gathering sizes to 10 people indoors and 25 people outdoors. The gatherings limit applies to private homes, event venues and public spaces. These restrictions are intended to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus during the public health emergency. The Inspectional Services Department (ISD) continues to coordinate the City's enforcement of these restrictions in collaboration with the Boston Police Department, the Boston Fire Department, and the Boston Public Health Commission. These departments work together to investigate and address reported COVID-19 related issues and complaints. In 2020, city agencies responded to and resolved approximately 2,500 complaints. BPD has a party line (617-343-5500) set up to flag properties to investigate. Additionally, the Licensing Board has instituted a weekly standing emergency hearing on Mondays to address any violations of these requirements over the preceding weekend. These hearings allow the Licensing Board to swiftly address these violations as they are a public health and safety concern.  COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Efforts The City is working with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to vaccinate residents against COVID-19. This week vaccination sites opened at Fenway Park, the East Boston Neighborhood Health Center and at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center at Roxbury Community College to anyone who is eligible under the State's vaccine distribution timeline. Following the State's lead, the Boston Public Health Commission in partnership with the Mayor's Office of Health and Human Services is working to create equitable access to the COVID-19 vaccine across all populations and neighborhoods in the city. For more information on when and where you will be eligible to receive the vaccine, visit Mass.gov/COVIDvaccine. Individuals aged 75 and older who do not have internet access, or who are having trouble navigating the site, are encouraged to call 3-1-1 to get connected to the City's Age Strong Commission. They can help answer questions and navigate the options available. The State has also announced a new 2-1-1 Mass Vaccine Scheduling Resource line. Translators are available to assist. "As we ramp up efforts to vaccinate eligible residents, we cannot lose focus on the proven ways to slow the spread of COVID-19. Wear a mask, wash your hands, practice social distancing and get tested. There are more than 30 testing sites open across the City that make COVID-19 testing quick and easy," said Chief of Health and Human Services, Marty Martinez. The City of Boston is partnering with community health centers to increase access to testing, particularly in neighborhoods experiencing higher rates of COVID-19. More information about COVID-19 testing sites throughout the city can be found here. The City is also offering mobile testing sites that are available to anyone, regardless of symptoms and insurance coverage. The mobile testing sites are located in Upham's Corner, Grove Hall, Jamaica Plain and Hyde Park for the month of February. For more information about Boston's reopening, please visit boston.gov/reopening. For additional questions, please visit the City's coronavirus website or call 3-1-1, Boston's 24-hour constituent hotline. Text BOSCOVID to 888-777 to receive text alerts on a regular basis, available in 11 languages

子知新年音樂會中美法荷四國同步線上舉行

 （AACYF洛杉磯訊）主題設定為““挑戰、傳承、喚醒、跨越、突破與新生”的“子知新年音樂會” 31日早在華盛頓、洛杉磯、北京、上海、巴黎、阿姆斯特丹等地同步在線上舉行。來自全球各地的傑出青年藝術家和表演團體為各平台上的近四千名在線觀眾帶來了一場充滿喜慶歡樂、文化融合，帶來溫暖治愈能量的藝術饗宴。

主辦機構通過選定曲目並結合對嘉賓演員的訪談、觀眾與表演者的互動，在喜迎新春之際，向青年朋友們傳達知行合一的理念，共同見證中國青年的擔當與使命。

本次音樂會，表演者遍布全球，旅美知名青年鋼琴家陳曉和旅法知名青年鋼琴家史賀的鋼琴獨奏；分別在世界十多個城市的原UPO愛樂樂團校友的管弦樂合奏；來自上海的常馨予老師和小朋友們的《歡樂頌》小提琴演奏；來自中國西部邊陲的華山中學樓蘭號角管樂團帶來的新闡釋的《青春舞曲》；包括留荷博士杜可欣在內的荷蘭鬼才音樂人DucalÌ組合、以及著名青年男高音歌唱家金翬在”突破“板塊分別表演了《陰晴》和《莎莉公園》曲目；新英格蘭音樂學院留學生孫瓏菲古琴曲《平沙落雁》為音樂會畫上了余韻繞樑的句點。

整場音樂會為觀眾帶來豪情萬丈迎接挑戰和新春的喜悅，充分感受到的是激揚青春和才華橫溢。

在節目穿插的訪談中，南加州大學的碩士畢業生、子知教育創始人曾天賜分別和嘉賓們探討了音樂和教育的內在聯繫。旅法青年鋼琴家史賀在演奏了肖邦的《激流》後說：“音樂和教育最重要的就是堅持和鑽研，去挖掘自己的興趣，從而更好的感悟和麵對人生中需要面對的問題。 ”

曾經在歐洲和洛杉磯求學的金翬，分享了他近年在嘗試的將西方歌劇美聲唱法與中國古典詩詞結合，通過突破音樂的形式，將中華文化內核與音樂之美傳遞出去。

零零後的新生代孫瓏菲正在從事敦煌壁畫中的音樂史料蒐集和整理工作，她在分享中表示，民族與和文化之間的共同之處，是遠大於不同的，因而民族的也是世界的。

全美中華青年聯合會會長任向東在致辭中說：“當今的時代背景下，青年的使命與擔當更加突出，作為青年一代，更要去追求和守護好自己心中的那一份信念，真正做到知行合一。 ”

哥倫比亞大學大學碩士研究生、子知教育聯合創始人，子知教育公益文化沙龍活動負責人溫鈞茹對新的一年寄語：“如何實現未來好教育，我們一直在思考，也一直在實踐。2021，我們子知教育將繼續開展文化沙龍拓展視野，子知書盒積聚智慧，子知研學身體力行，實現”子行萬里，知行合一“的理念，期待一個完整的、獨立的、溫暖的青年。”

當天音樂會由子知教育發起主辦，全美中華青年聯合會、南加州大學國際學院（USC international Academy）、彼岸文化、雲英琴堂、只為你進步公益平台、《洛杉磯郵報》等機構參與合作支持。主辦單位邀請了具有廣泛代表性的表演嘉賓和團體，並為觀眾準備了專業的賞析手冊，將音樂和文化的內涵最大限度傳遞給觀眾。 

麻州政府斥資250萬做廣告宣傳接種疫苗 211專線協助75歲以上居民預約

            (Boston Orange 編譯)麻州政府今(5)日推出”信任事實，接種疫苗”多語公益廣告，將藉研究導向的內容，以250萬元來推廣新冠病毒疫苗的安全性及有效性，並鼓勵民眾在輪到自己時，踴躍接種疫苗。

             麻州政府今日同時宣佈”211”接種疫苗預約專線，以幫助75歲以上，無法上網的民眾預約疫苗接種。

             宣傳廣告將由一群多元背景的醫療專業人員出面說明接種新冠疫苗的重要性，以在有色人種社區，以及其他受到新冠病毒不均等影響的人群中，建立信任感。

          廣告內容將以調查研究為基礎，並由醫療專業人員來傳達訊息。英語及西班牙語的電視廣告，將出現麻州內代表許多不同族裔的醫生。在電視及數位平台上，還將以英語，西班牙文，葡萄牙文，佛德角(Cape Verdean)，海蒂克里奧爾語(Haitian Creole)，越南文，中文(正體與簡體)，俄文，阿拉伯文，阿爾巴尼亞文等不同語言播出動畫廣告，

                     第一集電視廣告將於本地時間的週日，2月7日，超級杯球賽開場秀播出。在未來數周內，這多語公益廣告將在更多不同平台播出，包括英語，西班牙文及葡萄牙文電台，付費社交媒體，以及所有語言的搜索引擎，串流服務，英文及西班牙文的平面媒體。美國手語(ASL)的夥伴視頻也將於今日推出。

           廣告內容將以調查研究為基礎，並由醫療專業人員來傳達訊息。英語及西班牙語的電視廣告，將出現麻州內代表許多不同族裔的醫生。在電視及數位平台上，還將以英語，西班牙文，葡萄牙文，佛德角(Cape Verdean)，海蒂克里奧爾語(Haitian Creole)，越南文，中文(正體與簡體)，俄文，阿拉伯文，阿爾巴尼亞文等不同語言播出動畫廣告，

                這廣告將持續引導麻州居民訪問www.mass.gov/COVIDvaccine，以了解疫苗的安全性及有效性，以及到哪裡可以接種疫苗。

每週一至五，早上8點半至下午5點，呼叫中心將有真人以英語及西班牙文接聽電話，其他100種語言可經由翻譯轉達。

 Baker-Polito Administration Launches Vaccine Public Awareness Campaign, New Call Center for Residents 75 and Older

“Trust the Facts, Get the Vax” Features Diverse Group of Doctors; Vaccine Scheduling Line Available Through 2-1-1 For 75+ Residents Who Cannot Use Website

BOSTON – Today, the Baker-Polito Administration announced a new multilingual public awareness campaign, “Trust the Facts. Get the Vax.” The research-driven, $2.5 million campaign promotes the safety and efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine and urges residents to get vaccinated when it is their turn, as vaccines continue to be distributed across the Commonwealth. The ads feature a diverse group of medical professionals who highlight the importance of the vaccine and aim to build trust with communities of color and other populations disproportionately impacted by COVID-19.

The Administration today also announced a new call center to help residents 75 and older who are unable to access the vaccine appointment website to schedule vaccine appointments.

Public Awareness Campaign: The new statewide campaign explains how the vaccine works and seeks to build trust around its safety and efficacy with communities of color and other populations. The campaign is grounded in extensive survey research that indicated that these messages are most effectively delivered by medical professionals. TV ads in English and Spanish feature a diverse group of doctors who represent a wide range of races, ethnicities and regions of Massachusetts. Additional animated ads will run on TV and digital platforms in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Cape Verdean, Haitian Creole, Vietnamese, Chinese (Traditional & Simplified), Russian, Arabic and Albanian.

The first TV ad will run locally on Sunday, February 7, 2021, during the Super Bowl Kick-Off show. Throughout the next several weeks, the multilingual public awareness effort will be visible on a variety of additional platforms in several languages, including English, Spanish and Portuguese radio, paid social media and search ads in all languages, streaming services, and print advertising in English and Spanish outlets. A companion video in American Sign Language (ASL) is also launching today. Click here to see all campaign materials.

To develop the campaign, the Commonwealth relied on insights from a 1,000 person survey of Massachusetts residents that identified motivators and barriers around the vaccine, as well as the most effective messages and trusted voices. The Administration also consulted a 19-member external advisory group including community organizations, leaders from communities of color, health care providers, and local health officials.

Additional elements of the campaign will launch throughout the vaccine distribution process. The campaign will continue to direct residents to www.mass.gov/COVIDvaccine, where residents can learn more about the safety and efficacy of the vaccine and when and where they will be able to get vaccinated.

Vaccine Scheduling Resource Line: Today, the Administration also announced a new call center to help residents 75 and older more easily schedule an appointment if they do not have internet or are unable to use the website at www.mass.gov/COVIDVaccine. The COVID-19 Vaccine Scheduling Resource Line is a dedicated telephone line available to residents 75 and older. The call center will be staffed with over 500 representatives who can provide live phone support to assist residents with booking an appointment. The line will be open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Live call center workers will be available in English and Spanish, and 100 additional languages will be available through translators. Call center workers will have the same access to appointments that users will see on the public website. 

The line can be accessed by dialing 2–1–1 and selecting the prompt for “Help Scheduling a Vaccine Appointment.” Residents may have to wait on the line given expected high call volume. Once connected with a representative, the caller will be asked to confirm he/she is 75 or older and either has no internet access or otherwise cannot use the website to book an appointment. Call-takers will then use the state’s COVID-19 vaccine site map to find nearby locations and determine whether appointments are available. If no appointments are available within a distance the caller can travel, then callers will be offered the chance to be placed on a call-back list for the mass vaccination sites. Residents will receive a call-back as appointments become available at these sites. Due to high demand and limited supply, callers may experience significant wait times. The Administration will monitor wait times and make necessary adjustments.

麻州州長疫情匯報2/5 接種疫苗撥打211

 

全國亞裔總商會今日(2/5)匯報亞裔企業受新冠病毒影響調查結果

 

林肯街125號發展計畫縮水近半 現在只蓋14層高

 

林肯街125號大幅修改了發展計畫。(圖片來自網路)

             (Boston Orange 周菊子綜合報導)”親愛的(鄰居)，我把林肯街125號縮小了”。發展商牛津物業(Oxford Properties)日前在2場公聽會中說明，相隔近2年，歸納7點社區意見後，發展計畫大幅修改為14層，高225英尺，有150個停車位，地面零售面積近萬英尺的研究發展大樓。

              這林肯街125號發展計畫，座落在華埠牌樓對面，位於皮革區之內，預定2月18日，25日再繼續舉辦2次公聽會，其中25日這場將以廣東話舉行。3月15日截止受理公眾置評。

林肯街125號發展計畫修改概要。

              牛津物業和波士頓市府計畫發展局(BPDA)在日前舉辦的影響顧問組(IAG)會議，以及應紐英崙中華公所之邀，舉行的小型匯報中，詳細說明了發展計畫變動。紐英崙中華公所主席鄭慧民，行政主任朱蘇珊等人都出席了會議。

             2019年4月，以4000萬元買下該一地塊的牛津物業，向BPDA提交了意向計畫，要蓋24層樓高，有62萬5000平方英尺的辦公大樓。歷經公眾會議，顧問會議，社區小組會議等等之後，該公司歸納出7點意見，在2020年內另聘59+SPACE這設計團隊來解決結構問題，探討蓋成包括住宅，娛樂、研發場所等地各種可能，甚至異想天開，考慮把麻州交通廳(MassDOT)的相鄰93號州際公路坡道的上空權(air rights)買下來，擴大可建面積，然後就受新冠病毒疫情影響，延宕至今，才重新開始發展計畫的所有流程。

林肯街125號發展計畫的影響顧問組成員，有一半來自華埠社區。
(視訊會議截圖)

              林肯街125號發展計畫修訂後，高度從340減至225英尺，總面積從625,000減至393,500平方英尺，密集度降低了33%，商用面積從620,900減為385,000平方英尺，零售店面總面積從4,100增加至8,500平方英尺，停車位從275個減為150個。公共空間增加了6600平方英尺。

              新設計還可能在面對必珠街(Beach)處，闢出一塊48X160平方英尺的開放空間，可建成供民眾休憩的公園。原本中國超是出入口對面的三角地帶，也可美化成為另一塊綠地。

林肯街125號發展計畫為紐英崙中華公所舉行了一場網路說明會。
中華公所主席鄭慧民(右中)，行政主任朱蘇珊(第一排左二)都出席了。
(視訊會議截圖)

             牛津物業表示，他們已經和座落在林肯街125號上的喜臨門酒家，中國超市談過。去年3月因為疫情關上大門的中國超市，已表明無意繼續經營。牛津物業打算把中國超市店面分割成面積較小的幾個店面，供地方商家經營。去年3月因為疫情也關門了的喜臨門大酒樓，7月已重新開張，也有意將來留在原地。牛津物業表示將在預期3年的建築期間，協助喜臨門另覓地點經營。

              牛津物業估計，包括將交給鄰里就業信託基金，鄰里住宅信託基金的供約317萬2000元，整個發展計畫為社區貢獻的價值會有將近900萬元。

              林肯街125號影響顧問組有9名成員，其中一半為華埠社區人士，包括華人前進會的李素影，陳玉珍，華埠社區議會(CNC)的2名共同主席曾雪卿，梅伍銀寬，波士頓華商會的共同會長蔡倩停，以及亞美社區發展協會的Jeena Ha。

              查詢林肯街125號發展計畫詳情，可上BPDA網站http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/125-lincoln-street。

Public Health Group Applauds Vaccination Equity Bill

 Public Health Group Applauds Vaccination Equity Bill

Calls for Immediate State Action to Overcome Barriers

Boston, MA – Today, the Massachusetts Public Health Association (MPHA) issued a statement of support for An Act Effectuating Equity in COVID-19 Vaccination (SD699/HD1283), which was filed today by State Senators Becca Rausch and Sonia Chang-Diaz and State Representatives Liz Miranda and Mindy Domb.

The Act will require Governor Baker to appoint a full-time Director of COVID-19 Vaccination Equity and Outreach, who will plan and implement actions to overcome inequities in COVID-19 vaccination rates, which are rooted in historic and current racism; biases based on ethnicity, income, primary language, immigration status, or disability; and other limitations, such as access to transportation and/or the Internet.

The Act will also get vaccination information & support directly to people in the hardest-hit communities through partnerships with local organizations, create a mobile vaccination program designated to reach communities with the highest rates of COVID-19, and increase transparency and accountability of the state’s vaccine efforts.

“This Act includes crucial actions for achieving equity in vaccination rates,” said MPHA Executive Director Carlene Pavlos. “We have safe and effective vaccines -- now we must make certain that those who are most impacted by structural racism, poverty and xenophobia have equitable access.”

 

“A focus on equity benefits everyone,” continued Pavlos. “We will only succeed in controlling this virus by directing resources to communities with the highest rates of infection and death. We must work diligently and in partnership with trusted local leaders to ensure that residents have the opportunity to be vaccinated quickly.”

The Massachusetts Public Health Association (MPHA) is a nonprofit organization that promotes a healthy Massachusetts through advocacy, community organizing, and coalition building. We are leaders in the movement to create health equity by addressing the root causes of health and wellness. We promote policies that impact the major drivers of health outcomes, such as access to healthy food, safe affordable housing, and transportation. We also advocate for equitable public health services throughout the Commonwealth. To learn more, visit www.mapublichealth.org. ###