熱帶風暴 HENRI來襲 Kim Janey提醒居民注意安全

(Boston Orange編譯)波士頓代市長Kim Janey在20日發佈熱帶風暴Henri警告，波士頓地區估計會有具破壞性強風，可能停電，因暴風雨湧現洪水，大雨淹水等情況，請民眾在8月22日至23日之間，儘量待在家                            Kim Janey促請所有波士頓居民採取保持安全措施，把戶外物品綁起來，免得被大風吹走，不要開車穿越淹水的道路，重要的電子設備要充滿電，身邊要有足夠的緊急用品。遇到緊急狀況，撥打911電話，非緊急狀況，可撥打311，要記得照顧社區內任何一個需要照顧的人。 MAYOR JANEY URGES PRECAUTION AHEAD OF TROPICAL STORM HENRI

 

BOSTON - Friday, August 20, 2021 - Mayor Kim Janey today issued precautions ahead of Tropical Storm Henri. The storm is expected to impact the Boston area Sunday, August 22 through Monday, August 23, 2021. During the storm, the City expects to experience damaging winds, potential power outages, storm surge flooding, and flooding rain. Residents are encouraged to stay indoors throughout that time.  “As we prepare for this storm, I urge all Boston residents to take precautions to stay safe,” said Mayor Janey. “Please make sure you tie down outdoor items that could blow away, do not drive through flooded roads, charge any important electronic devices, and keep enough emergency supplies on hand. In case of an emergency, call 911, and for non-emergency concerns, call 311. And as always, be mindful of anyone in your community who may need assistance.” The City of Boston is urging the following precautions: ·    Put together a disaster supply kit, including a flashlight, batteries, first aid supplies, copies of critical information, and non-perishable food items. ·    Make a family emergency communication plan. ·    Turn on your TV and radio every 30 minutes to get the latest weather updates. ·    Charge your cell phone so you will have a full battery in case you lose power. ·    Hurricane winds can cause trees and branches to fall, so trim or remove damaged trees and limbs to keep you and your property safe. ·    Secure loose rain gutters and downspouts and clear any clogged areas or debris to prevent water damage to your property. ·    Avoid driving during the storm. ·    Avoid walking or driving through flood waters. ·    Consider clearing street catch basins to prevent or reduce street flooding. ·    Check on vulnerable neighbors who might need assistance.  ·    In the event of an emergency, call 911.  ·    For non-emergency issues, call 311. General flood protection tips: ·    Sign up for emergency notifications through AlertBoston. ·    Know your zone! Know your evacuation zone and route and be prepared to evacuate as directed by public officials.  ·    Similarly, find out how vulnerable your property is to flooding. If your home is in a flood-prone area, contact the National Flood Insurance program to learn what mitigation measures you can take in advance. ·    Evaluate your insurance coverage once a year to make sure your home is fully covered. ·    If you live in a flood-prone area, keep these materials on hand: sandbags, plywood, lumber, plastic sheeting, trash bags, shovels, work boots and gloves. In advance of a flood event: ·    Tie down or bring in outdoor objects (outdoor furniture, trash receptacles, etc.) that could be swept away or damaged during flooding. ·    Elevate items stored in your basement to prevent damage. If you have a sump pump, check that it is working. Remove hazardous household materials (e.g. paint, petroleum products) from basements and other areas that may flood. ·    Do not park your vehicle near the harbor, streams or rivers, especially during threatening weather conditions. ·    Follow any directives to turn off utilities. If you’re advised to switch off the main power source to your home, flip each breaker and THEN turn off the main breaker. You may also need to shut off the main valve for your home’s gas and water service. After a flood event: ·    If you have evacuated, return home only when authorities have indicated it is safe. ·    Do not go near any downed power lines especially if there is standing water nearby. ·    Avoid walking or driving through flood waters. ·    If your home experienced flooding, keep the power off until an electrician has inspected your system for safety. ·    Do not touch a circuit breaker or replace a fuse with wet hands or while standing on a wet surface. ·    Have an electrician inspect electrical appliances that have been wet and do not turn on or plug in appliances unless an electrician tells you it is safe. A trained professional may be able to recondition some devices while others will require replacement. ·    Photograph damage to your property to assist in filing an insurance claim. ·    Take necessary measures to prevent further damage to private property immediately following a flood event, as damage caused after a qualifying event may not be covered by insurance. Homeless Services: The City of Boston works closely with a network of shelter providers to ensure there is adequate shelter from the high winds and rain. BPHC’s emergency shelters at 112 Southampton St. and 794 Massachusetts Ave are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Amnesty has been called because of the expected heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding so those with non-violent restrictions can access shelter. All sites are following COVID-19 guidelines by promoting handwashing, hand sanitizer, and face coverings. For more information about hurricane preparedness tips, visit here. Flooding tips can be found here. For more information about emergency preparedness, visit here.

波士頓市府發出多語警示 籲民眾注意颱風

 熱帶風暴亨利(Henri) 預計將在 (星期日) 2021 年 8 月 22 日至 (星期一) 2021 年 8 月 23 日期間對波士頓地區帶來影響。在風暴期間，我們預計將會遇到破壞性的大風、可能會停電、風暴洪水和洪水氾濫。上網查詢 boston.gov/hurricane 了解如何對颶風的來臨做好準備。

飛散的碎片對沒有庇護所的人來說是危險的。流動房屋將被損壞或摧毀。有可能會有屋頂、窗戶、樹木及汽車被損壞的情況發生。

如遇到非緊急事故，請致電 311。

由於風暴的路徑的不確定性和帶來的影響，可能會發出更多警報。

Multilingual - Tropical Storm Henri Alert - Google Docs

昆士市的麻州眾議員陳德基在臉書上貼文，為民眾提供防颱資訊:

Tropical Storm Henri is expected to impact Rhode Island, Eastern MA, the South Shore, Cape Cod, and the Islands. The storm is expected to start early Sunday continuing into Monday.

Please find Hurricane Safety Tips from MEMA here: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/hurricane-safety-tips

Please find National Grid’s tips and reminders below:

Stay Connected:

- Report power outages at www.nationalgridus.com or call 1-800-465-1212

- Track outage info and storm-related safety tips on your smartphone at www.ngrid.com/mobile

- Track outages and estimated restoration times at www.nationalgridus.com/outage-central

- Text 64743 using any of the below commands:

- REG to sign up for text alerts

- OUT to report an outage

- SUM followed by your tow, county, or state to get a summary of outages in your area

- HELP for the full list of commands

Stay Safe

- Never touch downed power lines. If you see one, report it to National Grid or local emergency response org.

- Keep a supply of bottled drinking water and canned food handy.

- People who depend on electric-powered life support equipment (ex: respirator) should let National Grid know. Please call 1-800-322-3223 to register as a life support customer.

- Check on elderly family members and neighbors.

Electric Safety:

- If you use a generator to supply power during an outage, be sure to operate it outdoors. Before operating generators, disconnect from National Grid’s system by shutting off the main breaker located in the electric service panel. Failure to do this could jeopardize the safety of line crews and the public.

- If you lose power, turn off any appliances that were on when the power went off, but leave on light on so you know when power is restored.

- National grid’s line workers will begin restoration work only when conditions are deemed safe

Kim Janey 宣佈波士頓市室內必須戴口罩 8/27起生效

 

波士頓市長Kim Janey提五點計畫，規定民眾室內戴口罩。

          (Boston Orange編譯) 波士頓市長Kim Janey今(20)日宣佈五點計畫，以防範傳染性更強，已知是目前最主要病毒株的Delta變種病毒，其中之一是波士頓市所有公共場所的室內，必須戴口罩。

             波士頓市公共衛生局發佈的這一公共衛生命令，從8月27日(週五)早上8點起生效，要求市內所有2歲以上民眾戴口罩。

             無論是企業、俱樂部或其他向公眾開放的集會場所，包括但不僅限於零售店面，餐館，酒吧，表演場所，社交俱樂部，活動空間，以及市政大樓等，只要是在室內，就必須戴口罩。

               在大約有5萬名大專院校學生將從全國各地回到波士頓上學，還有5萬多名波士頓公校學生也要回校上課，大約10萬名住在波士頓的兒童孩年紀太小，不符合施打疫苗資格之際，波士頓市採取這一措施，以舒緩社區內可能發生的Delta變種病毒傳播。

             波士頓公共衛生局代理主任Rita Nieves表示，Delta變種病毒持續是在社區內制止新冠病毒擴散的額外挑戰，在室內戴口罩，有更多人施打了疫苗，才會更能保障所有居民

             吃或喝東西時，可以拿下口罩，但其他的室內活動，包括在酒吧點酒或跳舞，甚至在健身房，都必須戴口罩。

                  這一戴口罩命令，並不適用於不支付費用的私人居所聚會，或是公眾不能進入的私人大樓，崇拜場所，公眾無法進入的私人工作空間，或者是和觀眾保持6英尺安全距離的表演者。

             Kim Janey市長的5點計畫包括:

             公平取得疫苗及加強劑

             規定市府員工注射疫苗

             給學校買新空調系統

             學校及市府大樓規定戴口罩

             所有公共場合必須戴口罩

             波士頓市是全美已最完全注射疫苗的大城市之一，68%居民已至少注射一劑疫苗。過去兩週來，有將近8千居民注射了第一劑疫苗。到8月底時，所有市府員工，合約商，以及志工，都必須經由安全的中央化數位門戶網站證明他們的施打疫苗狀態。

             Kim Janey已承諾撥款3000萬元來改善波士頓公校樓宇的暖氣，通風及空調。來年將實施大範圍的空調系統安裝及更新。

             查詢有關戴口罩新規定詳情可上網，boston.gov/reopening。有特定問題的餐館東主可發電郵到 licensingboard@boston.gov。有其他關於這規定的，或是一般性問題，可撥打電話311，或發電郵到  smallbiz@boston.gov。

MAYOR JANEY ANNOUNCES INDOOR MASK MANDATE FOR THE CITY OF BOSTON City to address COVID-19 Delta variant through five-point plan

 

BOSTON - Friday, August 20, 2021 - Mayor Kim Janey today announced face masks will be required in all indoor public settings in the City of Boston, as part of a Five-Point Plan for the Delta Variant, a more contagious COVID-19 variant that is now the primary strain of the virus. The public health order, issued by the Boston Public Health Commission, is effective at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, August 27 in the City of Boston. The City is implementing this proactive public health plan to mitigate community transmission of the Delta variant, ahead of the arrival of more than 50,000 college students from across the country and a return to school for more than 50,000 Boston Public School students. Most of the 100,000 children who live in the City of Boston are too young to be eligible for vaccination.  “There is nothing more important than Boston’s safe recovery, reopening, and renewal from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic,” said Mayor Janey. “We know that masks work best when everyone wears one. Requiring masks indoors is a proactive public health measure to limit transmission of the Delta variant, boost the public confidence in our businesses and venues, and protect the residents of our city who are too young for vaccination.”  “The Delta variant continues to create an additional challenge to stopping the spread of COVID-19 in our community,” said Rita Nieves, the Interim Executive Director of the Boston Public Health Commission. “Wearing a mask indoors along with getting more people vaccinated will offer more protection to all our residents, including children under 12 and those who are not able to get vaccinated.” Through an order from the Boston Public Health Commission, the City of Boston will require all people over age two to wear a mask or face covering: ·    Whenever they are indoors on the premises of a business, club, place of assembly or other place that is open to members of the public, including but not limited to retail establishments, restaurants, bars, performance venues, social clubs, event spaces, and municipal buildings. Face coverings may be removed when actively eating or drinking. Masks must be worn for all other indoor activities, including ordering at a bar or dancing. Masks are also required in gyms. The order does not apply to gatherings in private residences when no compensation is paid, private buildings that are inaccessible to the public, places of worship, private workspaces inaccessible to the public, or performers who maintain six feet of distance from their audience.   Mayor Janey’s new face covering order builds on the City’s ongoing efforts to address the COVID-19 Delta Variant. The Five Point Plan for the Delta Variant includes: ·    Equitable vaccine and booster access  ·    Vaccine mandate for city workers ·    New HVAC investments for schools ·    Mask mandate for schools and city buildings ·    New mask mandate in all public spaces “Boston’s five-point plan for the Delta variant places vaccination and prevention at the center of our COVID-19 response,” said Mayor Janey. “I ask that every resident of Boston do their part to keep our city safe. Get vaccinated, wear your mask, wash your hands, and get tested, especially if you have traveled, are experiencing symptoms, or have been exposed to the virus.” Boston is one of the most vaccinated large cities in the country, with over 68 percent of residents having at least one shot. In the last two weeks, nearly 8,000 residents got their first dose of the vaccine. By the end of August, all City employees, contractors, and volunteers will be required to verify their vaccination status through a secure centralized digital portal.  Mayor Janey has also committed $30 million to improve heating, ventilation, and air conditioning in Boston Public School buildings. The wide-ranging HVAC installations and upgrades will be performed throughout the coming school year. The new mask requirement was welcomed by leaders of the healthcare and arts sectors that have been among the most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.  “I commend the Mayor’s decision to protect the safety of our families and neighbors by instituting a mask mandate for indoor public spaces,” said Kate Walsh, President and CEO of the Boston Medical Center. “The high risk of infection associated with the Delta variant poses a critical challenge for our communities. We all have a responsibility to do everything we can to mitigate the risk of COVID-19 infections while continuing to encourage everyone to get the vaccine, including those 12 and older who will be going back to school soon.” "I want to thank Mayor Janey and the entire City of Boston for taking this step to promote a healthy space for patrons,” said Emily Ruddock, Executive Director of MassCreative, the state-level arts advocacy organization. “As we continue to respond and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, we support this indoor mask mandate to ensure that Boston's vibrant arts and culture sector is safe for all to enjoy." "The City of Boston has come a long way in ensuring that every resident has had access to the critical resources needed to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including vaccinations and testing. The CDC reports that indoor masking will cut transmission by about 66 percent. I want to thank Mayor Janey for taking this precaution. Keeping Boston's economy strong means continuing to promote best practices for keeping all Bostonians healthy and safe as we continue to battle the pandemic," said Tim Rowe, CEO of Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC). “Boston University welcomes and applauds Mayor Janey’s decision to institute an indoor space mask mandate,”  said Dr. Judy Platt, chair of Boston University’s Medical Advisory Group. “The action complements the university’s own indoor mask rule, and together these policies make the city a safer place for our students, the people of Boston, and the communities within which we reside.” "I am happy to hear guests will be joining me in wearing masks,” said John Flannery, Doorman at Fairmont Copley Plaza. “I think this will ensure that everyone at my hotel is safe and respected.” "The members of Local 26 applaud Mayor Janey’s implementation of a mask mandate for indoor spaces. This will ensure that hospitality workers are safe at work and our industry can continue its recovery,” said Carlos Aramayo, Local 26 President. “We believe that by implementing smart health and safety policies we can continue safely to welcome guests back to our great city." Frequently asked questions about the new mask mandate are available on boston.gov/reopening. Restaurant owners with questions specific may contact: licensingboard@boston.gov. If you are in any other sector covered by this mandate, or you have general questions, please call 311 or contact: smallbiz@boston.gov.

MAYOR JANEY ANNOUNCES SUPPORT FOR DESIGNATION OF SHIRLEY-EUSTIS PLACE AS BOSTON LANDMARK

MAYOR JANEY ANNOUNCES SUPPORT FOR DESIGNATION OF SHIRLEY-EUSTIS PLACE AS BOSTON LANDMARK  The Boston Landmarks Commission will commemorate the hidden history of Shirley-Eustis Place in Roxbury, which is believed to have been built and managed by enslaved people.

 

BOSTON, MA - Friday, August 20, 2021- Today, Mayor Janey and the Boston Landmarks Commission celebrate the designation of Roxbury’s Shirley-Eustis Place, 33 and 42-44 Shirley Street and 24 Rockford Street as a Boston Landmark, under the provisions of Chapter 772 of the Acts of 1975, as amended. This designation follows a unanimous vote of approval by the Boston City Council.  With its well-known historical significance comes a hidden history that is often untold, unrecorded, and unrecognized. Ongoing research suggests that when Governor Shirley and Governor Eustis’ owned the property, the house and lands were maintained by enslaved persons of African descent. It further suggests that enslaved people may have occupied portions of 42–44 Shirley Street, which was then an outbuilding, likely a barn.  The Shirley-Eustis House, located on 33 Shirley Street in Roxbury, was built between 1746 and 1749 as a summer estate for Massachusetts Colony Governor William Shirley (1694–1771). The house has further historical significance as the home of Massachusetts Governor William Eustis (1753–1825). It is one of the last remaining colonial governor’s mansions in the original Thirteen Colonies and was recognized as one of the nation’s first National Historic Landmarks in the 1960s.  Mayor Janey’s support for the designation of the Shirley-Eustis grounds as a historic landmark in Roxbury expands the City’s history that is often centered in Downtown Boston. The milestone comes after more than a year of combatting the COVID-19 pandemic, and a national reckoning with acts of violence against Black and other communities of color. “As we face modern-day racial inequities, it is essential to acknowledge our past by encouraging opportunities for collective processing of grief and investing in healing,'' said Mayor Kim Janey. “I am grateful to all of our partners who helped us unearth this hidden history and for the Roxbury community who passed these stories down through generations.”  Mayor Janey grew up in Roxbury which is a hub, both past and present, for African Americans’ grassroots activism and community organizing for housing, educational, and economic equity. It is home to organizations like the Freedom House, founded by Otto and Muriel Snowden; and the Organization for Afro-American Unity founded by Malcolm X, all engaged in the fight for justice, equality, and power. The location of the Shirley-Eustis House grounds in Roxbury brings even more significance to the importance of honoring its history. “For generations, the history of Shirley-Eustis Place has been celebrated in Boston and nationally,” said Reverend Mariama White-Hammond, Chief of Environment, Energy and Open Space for the City of Boston. “Today and every day moving forward, we must lift up the unheralded layers of our city’s history and memorialize the enslaved people who are believed to have built and maintained these grounds. I am grateful for Mayor Janey’s support and for the Boston Landmarks Commission and the City Council’s unanimous vote to bring light to this hidden history.”

颶風亨利來襲 查理貝克將調千名衛隊待命

麻州州長查理貝克(左)。

            (Boston Orange編譯)氣象局預報，熱帶風暴亨利(Henri)正在大西洋上空增強為颶風，並向東北新英格蘭撲來，估計週日(8 月22日)晚登陸，可能造成10到30萬戶人家停電，降雨量多達8英寸的結果。

            麻州州長查理貝克(Charlie Baker)呼籲州民這兩天沒重大事務，盡量別出門。

             今(20)日早上11點左右，亨利颱風在南特基(Nantucket)的西南南方向700英里處，估計到晚上7點十，會往西北方向去。

MBTA總經理Steve Poftak說明地鐵系統服務將減少。

             為因應狂風暴雨可能造成的狀況，查理貝克將調動1000名國家衛隊，隨時待命，出動救援，或清理災區。

              氣象局估計，颶風會從羅德島新港(Newport)登陸，或者是熱帶風暴，或者會成為一級颶風。查理貝克稱暴風大概會奔向屋斯特(Worcester)，然後直擊Merrimack谷，也就是麻州有一大塊區域會成為暴風中心。已經到鱈魚角的人，最好趕在週六離開，或者逗留到週一，或者週二再走。

              MBTA總經理Steve Poftak表示，地鐵將以週日減少班次的時程營運，只適合必要的出門行程。綠線地鐵的麥特潘(Mattapan)線，以及D線，還有渡輪，週日將完全停止營運，並沒有其他的替代交通方式。他鼓勵人出門前先上地鐵官網mbta.com，或社交網站查詢。

               麻州交通廳廳長Jamey Tesler表示，暴風雨期間，估計路面會出現碎石瓦片，電線杆或樹木倒塌，或者淹水，道路阻斷等狀況，希望民眾謹慎考慮是否出門。

             氣象預報估計在新英格蘭南部，可能會因為大雨而淹水，從週日到週一，降雨量大概會有2到5英吋，有些地區可能多達8英寸，並出現瞬間淹水情況。

              民眾查詢災情，可撥打211，遇狀況可撥打地方上的警察局等公共安全機構，查詢相關詳情，可上網mass.gov/mema，ready.gov，或getagameplan.org，redcross.org。

    

 Governor Baker Urges Caution Ahead of Hurricane Henri

BOSTON – Governor Charlie Baker today is urging the people of the Commonwealth to prepare for Hurricane Henri, which is expected to affect much of the Commonwealth beginning Saturday night into Monday, including the potential for strong winds, heavy rain, flooding and power outages. The Baker-Polito Administration is advising everyone to avoid unnecessary travel and for those planning to visit the Cape or Islands this weekend to delay trips. For those that have already traveled to the Cape or Islands for the weekend, they are advised to consider leaving on Saturday or extend their travel plans through early next week.

 

Governor Baker also today activated the Massachusetts National Guard under state active duty to fulfill highwater rescue, debris clearing and public safety support from impacted communities. The activation order allows for up to 1,000 guardsmen and will remain in place until support is no longer needed.

 

Tropical Storm Henri is projected to become a hurricane and significantly impact much of Central and Eastern Massachusetts, including Cape Cod and the Islands, and the South Coast. Hurricane force winds and substantial storm surges in coastal communities are expected. Additionally, the majority of Massachusetts is projected to receive a significant amount of rain, particularly from Greater Boston to Worcester County. All residents are advised to begin storm preparations today, and to pay close attention to local weather reports to monitor the track of the storm.

  

Residents can call 2-1-1 to obtain disaster information and call local public safety non-emergency phone numbers or town halls for local questions. Property owners are encouraged to take photos or videos to document any damages to property and to contact their insurance company.

 

This storm could cause power outages impacting at least 100,000 residents, and possibly as many as 300,000, and utility crews are being staged to assist in restoring power. For power outage updates and specific restoration times by town, check the Eversource outage map at outagemap.eversource.com or call Eversource at 800-592-2000. Residents should use generators and grills outside because their fumes contain carbon monoxide and make sure their carbon monoxide detectors are working. People are also reminded to stay away from any downed utility wires.

 

The Baker-Polito Administration remains in close contact with the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), National Weather Service, Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) and State Police (MSP) to monitor the forecast and will work to alert the public with important updates or notifications. 

 

MBTA: The MBTA is currently operating normal scheduled service on all modes, but anticipates delays or service disruptions, particularly in low-lying areas and sections of the rapid transit system where trains are powered by overhead wires. Keolis and the MBTA will closely monitor weather forecasts to assess expected and real-time conditions related to scheduled service and operations. The MBTA is encouraging its customers to get service information by signing up for T-Alerts, following @MBTA and @MBTA_CR on Twitter, and using the MBTA commuter rail app. 

 

Highway Safety: Traveling during the storm is expected to be hazardous, and residents are advised to plan ahead and stay home if possible. Do not drive in flooded areas. Currently, it is projected that the Route 128/95 and Interstate 495 corridors will be heavily impacted Sunday through Monday.

 

Public Safety: In addition to 1,000 National Guard personnel available to assist local and state agencies, Massachusetts State Police have moved additional Marine Unit assets into southeastern Massachusetts and will be prepared to move additional personnel or equipment to the islands if necessary. Additional MSP sections and units will have personnel ready to deploy into affected areas to boost staffing, and Troop commanders will determine whether to hold over shifts or call in upcoming shifts early based on storm projections. The Department of Fire Services likewise remains in contact with fire departments on Cape Cod and elsewhere to provide support before, during, and after the storm.

 

DCR Closures: The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will close state campgrounds beginning Saturday at 11:00 a.m. through Monday evening. DCR anticipates reopening campgrounds Tuesday morning. Campers with reservations are being notified by DCR and will be provided with a full refund. All campers on DCR campgrounds must check out and exit the property by 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Beginning Saturday at the close of guarded hours, DCR will close all state pools and coastal beaches through Sunday. Additionally, all DCR-managed inland waterfronts will be unguarded on Sunday. DCR strongly encourages residents to avoid visiting state parks throughout the duration of the storm due to high winds rain, and potential flooding, and will implement closures of certain access roads, parking areas and parkways as necessary to protect public safety.

 

The State Emergency Operations Center at MEMA Headquarters in Framingham is activated and closely monitoring the storm and forecast to provide situational awareness. Please visit www.mass.gov/MEMA to learn what you should do before, during and after a hurricane or tropical storm.

Governor Baker, Treasurer Goldberg and Attorney General Healey Appoint Bradford R. Hill to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission

Governor Baker, Treasurer Goldberg and Attorney General Healey Appoint Bradford R. Hill to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission 

BOSTON - Today, Governor Charlie Baker, Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg and Attorney General Maura Healey announced the appointment of Representative Bradford R. Hill to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC). Per statute, two commissioners are appointed by a majority vote of the Governor, Attorney General and Treasurer. Representative Hill will fill the experience in gaming regulation and administration or gaming industry management seat. The Commission is bipartisan, with no more than three members representing the same political party. Representative Hill will fulfill the balance of a term that ends in 2025.

“Brad Hill has been a dedicated public servant for over two decades and has years of experience working with the Massachusetts gaming community,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “I am confident that he will be well-suited to serve in this new role during a transformative time in the Commonwealth’s gaming industry and am pleased to make this appointment.”

“In his decades of experience advocating for the residents of the Commonwealth and their needs, Brad Hill has a proven record of leadership on gaming policy,” said Lt. Governor Karyn Polito. “His demonstrated passion for the gaming industry, and his commitment to public service, will benefit the Commission and its work.”

“Brad Hill has spent his career advocating for our state and its residents,” said Attorney General Healey. “His knowledge of the gaming industry will be a great asset to the Commission during this critical time.”

“Representative Hill’s many years of business experience and public service, along with his commitment to serving our state, will positively impact the Gaming Commission and people of the Commonwealth,” said State Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg, “We look forward to working with him in this new capacity and know that he will ensure fairness and equity as the industry continues to evolve.”

“It has been my distinct honor and privilege to serve the people of Massachusetts and the 4th Essex District for nearly 25 years,” said Representative Brad Hill. “I am deeply grateful to the Governor, Treasurer and Attorney General for this incredible opportunity to continue supporting the Commonwealth, and am eager to begin this new chapter working alongside my fellow Commissioners.”

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission was created after “An Act Establishing Expanded Gaming in the Commonwealth” was signed into law on November 22, 2011. The Commission is a five member independent body that is responsible for developing and managing the process to select, license, oversee, and regulate all expanded gaming facilities in the Commonwealth. The costs associated with operating the state’s gaming commission is paid for by the gaming industry and not by Massachusetts tax dollars.

The Chair of the Commission is appointed by the Governor; one member is appointed by the Attorney General (whose appointee must have a background in criminal investigations and law enforcement); and one member is chosen by the State Treasurer (whose appointee must be proficient in corporate finance and securities). The remaining two commissioners are appointed by a majority vote of the same three constitutional officers.

About Bradford R. Hill

Representative Bradford R. Hill has represented the 4^th Essex District in the Massachusetts House of Representatives since 1999, where he was appointed Minority Whip in 2009 and then Assistant Minority Leader in 2015. A former local official and longtime public servant, Representative Hill has served as a member of the Hamilton Zoning Board of Appeals and of the Ipswich Board of Selectmen, and also worked as a legislative staffer in the Massachusetts State Senate.

As State Representative, Representative Hill has worked to deliver bipartisan, commonsense results on issues such as coastal and environmental protection, education, criminal justice reform and healthcare for his constituents and residents of the Commonwealth. He has also been a determined advocate for the Massachusetts gaming industry and has authored and filed six pieces of legislation to authorize sports wagering.

A cancer survivor who received a bone marrow transplant in 2013 while continuing to serve in the House, Representative Hill resides in Ipswich with his wife, Aimee. They are the proud parents of two adult children, Zachary and Courtney.