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Boston
星期一, 6月 06, 2016
Baker-Polito Administration Awards $2 Million in Community Compact IT Grants to 52 Cities and Towns
Baker-Polito Administration Awards $2 Million in Community Compact IT Grants to 52 Cities and Towns
Grants fund innovative IT projects, technology infrastructure upgrades and software or equipment purchases
BOSTON – Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito today awarded $2 million to 52 cities and towns across the Commonwealth to drive local technological transformation and improvement projects through the Community Compact Information Technology (IT) Grant Program.
“Strengthening the partnerships between cities and towns and the Commonwealth has been a priority for our administration,” said Governor Baker, “and these grants are key to supporting investments in technology projects and upgrades that aid municipalities in streamlining and improving service for their constituents.”
Announced at the Massachusetts Municipal Association’s (MMA) Annual Meeting in January, the Community Compact IT Grant Program awards cities and towns up to $400,000, and the expertise of the Office of Municipal and School Technology within MassIT, to implement and invest in one-time technology infrastructure, software and equipment upgrades or planning, design, installation and training costs.
“We are proud to support these 52 municipalities in making technological advancements for the development of their communities,” said Lieutenant Governor Polito. “The grants will allow cities and towns to undertake projects critical to their successes, including modernizing financial systems, implementing wireless networks, and digitizing records.”
“The competition for the $2 million of available funding from the Governor’s Fiscal Year 2017 Capital Budget was intense, with more than 100 eligible municipalities applying for grants,” said Kristen Lepore, Secretary of the Executive Office for Administration and Finance. “The 52 communities chosen today met the overarching goal of driving innovation and transformation at the local level through investments in technology.”
Examples of Community Compact IT Grant Program Initiatives:
- Implementing boards and commissions, dog licensing and voter check in database software for the Colrain town clerk’s office.
- Implementing a 311 system to connect the citizens of Haverhill, Fall River and Revere with their city.
- Modernizing financial systems in multiple communities that will transform the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations.
- Installing a radio communications relay tower for first responders in Phillipston to improve critical communications.
- Deploying mobile fire apparatus technology so first responders in Braintree are able to access critical information in the field.
- Installing new infrastructure in Hinsdale that allows for a water meter system that enables usage-based billing.
- Upgrading infrastructure to facilitate regional technology cooperation between Barre, Rutland, and Barre Regional Emergency Communication Center.
For a full list of awardees and projects, click here.
Lt. Governor Polito has championed the administration’s municipal partnerships, signing 221 Community Compacts thus far. Through the Community Compact program, municipalities have identified and implemented self-selected best practices in conjunction with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, ensuring a strong partnership between state and local government. More information on the program and how Compact Communities can apply is available at www.mass.gov/ccc.
星期五, 6月 03, 2016
波士頓經文處長賴銘琪拜會O'Malley樞機主教
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| 賴銘琪偕陳銘俊與Sean Patrick O’Malley樞機主教合影。 |
賴銘琪拜會O’Malley樞機主教，應邀出席祝聖典禮
駐波士頓臺北經濟文化辦事處處長賴銘琪6月2日拜會Cardinal Sean Patrick
O’Malley樞機主教，就如何加強臺灣與教廷關係交換意見，並應邀出席6月3日教廷前駐華代辦Mons. Paul Russell(陸斯道蒙席)晉升總主教之祝聖典禮。
賴銘琪處長偕陳銘俊副處長於6月2日在天主教Archdiocesan Pastoral
Center拜會O’Malley樞機主教，賴銘琪首先向O’Malley樞機主教簡報蔡總統英文於五月二十日宣誓就職臺灣首位女性總統，另介紹新任陳副總統建仁是虔誠天主教徒。賴銘琪表示，天主教在臺灣興建醫院、學校、育幼院及養老院，澤及窮鄉僻壤，眾多神父修女畢生在臺奉獻事蹟令人欽佩。賴銘琪臨別前以故宮翠玉白菜相贈，O’Malley樞機主教回贈刻有耶穌像之精美十字架。
賴銘琪和陳銘俊6月3日另應邀出席教廷前駐華代辦Mons. Paul Russell(陸斯道蒙席)晉升總主教之祝聖典禮，祝聖典禮在The Holly Cross大教堂舉行，由O’Malley樞機主教親自主持。Russell 總主教派駐臺灣八年，對臺感情深厚，曾以自行車環島，對臺灣風土民情及人民友善熱情有深刻體驗，祝聖典禮遠自臺灣前來祝賀的友人包括台南主教林吉男、台中主教蘇耀文及戴修女等約十名。
教廷是臺灣在歐洲的邦交國，雙方文化與教育交流頻繁，今年2月至5月在臺北故宮博物院曾舉辦「天國的寶藏」教廷文物特展，展出60件具歷史及宗教意義的文物寶藏，吸引大批人潮前往觀賞，雙方亦簽有教育合作協議，目前在台灣有超過30萬的天主教徒。（駐波士頓經文處提供）
CAPAC Applauds EEOC Enforcement Guidance on National Origin Discrimination
CAPAC Applauds EEOC Enforcement Guidance on National Origin Discrimination
Washington, DC – Yesterday the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) releaseddraft enforcement guidance addressing national origin discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VII prohibits employer actions that treat people unfavorably because of their national origin, including because they are from a particular country or part of the world, because of ethnicity, or because they appear to be of a certain ethnic background. Members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) released the following statements:
Congresswoman Judy Chu (CA-27), CAPAC Chair:
“Discrimination on the basis of ethnicity or country of origin is simply un-American. That is why I am thrilled to see the EEOC take action to lay the groundwork for enforcing the existing prohibitions on workplace discrimination based on national origin. This action will add a strong layer of protection for immigrants, migrants, and other vulnerable populations that may face a disproportionate number of barriers to equal employment opportunity. I thank EEOC Chair Jenny Yang for her leadership, and I look forward to continue working with the EEOC to develop policies that would provide for a more just work environment for Asian Pacific Americans and all Americans.
Congressman Mike Honda (CA-17), CAPAC Chair Emeritus:
“I applaud EEOC’s revised draft guidance on national origin discrimination, and its clarifications on job segregation, human trafficking, and intersectional discrimination. To address the complex challenges we face today, we must be responsive and adaptable to protect our immigrant workers and workers of color. No one should face ill treatment due to their ethnicity or nationality. We have an obligation as a nation to uphold our values of fairness and equality across all of our communities.”
星期四, 6月 02, 2016
麻州亞美局 6/3 舉辦第10屆聯合餐會
Program Schedule
7:00 pm Opening Performance by Bolly X
7:10 pm Opening Remarks and Acknowledgements
Dr. Elisa Choi, AAC Chairperson
Ms. Grace Lee, Unity Dinner Honorary Chair
7:20 pm History - Asian American Commission
Mr. Tackey Chan, State Representative
7:30 pm Greetings
Ms. Sarah Kim, General Counsel for State Treasurer Deborah Goldberg
Ms. Suzanne Bump, State Auditor
7:40 pm AAPI Pioneers Panel
Moderator: Professor Paul Y. Watanabe
- Mr. Akhil Nigam - Founder of MassChallenge
- Ms. Lisa Wong - Former Mayor, City of Fitchburg
- Ms. Michelle Wu - City Council President, City of Boston
8:20 pm Performance by Vivian Luo
8:35 pm Award Ceremony
Dr. Elisa Choi and Ms. Evelyn Tang
8:55 pm Closing Remarks
Ms. Bora Chiemruom, AAC Executive Director
9:00 pm Socializing and Photo Booth
9:30 pm End of Evening
PARKING INFORMATION: Guests can use any of the pay on entry lots throughout campus. There is a Red Sox Game tomorrow, please plan accordingly! You can check this website http://www.bu.edu/parking/lots-locations/red-sox-parking/ to show exact addresses and prices for each lot.8:35 pm Award Ceremony
Dr. Elisa Choi and Ms. Evelyn Tang
8:55 pm Closing Remarks
Ms. Bora Chiemruom, AAC Executive Director
9:00 pm Socializing and Photo Booth
9:30 pm End of Evening
Parking Lots near GSU Metcalf Hall
波士頓台灣人生物科技協會 7/16-17 第四屆年會
✔ 生醫新創團隊報名、研究摘要上傳、早鳥報名截止日就在6/3囉！
✔ Registration deadline: June 3rd for abstract submission, entrepreneurial presentation, and early bird registration.
The 4th Boston Taiwanese Biotechnology Symposium will be held at Harvard University in Cambridge, MA on July 16th & 17th 2016. This symposium serves as an excellent opportunity for graduate students, postdocs, and young professionals to learn and exchange experiences in a variety of biotech career paths. This year we are very honored to have Dr. Pan-Chyr Yang(President of National Taiwan University) and Dr. Jane H. Hsiao (Vice Chairman and Chief Technical Officer of OPKO Health) joining us as our keynote speakers. We are also thrilled to have many outstanding scientists and professionals from academia and industry joining us for panel discussions on career developments.
In addition to classical academic and industry panels, this year we are excited to announce four new sections:
1) Entrepreneurial presentation: to invite biomedical startup teams to pitch their ideas and get feedback from investors;
2) Academic workshop: to learn about the funding system, job talk skills, and how to prepare a faculty application package;
3) Resume workshop: to learn how to polish your resume and develop networking skills;
4) Career opportunities in industry: to explore more career paths in biotech industry.
We welcome all graduate students, postdocs, and young professionals in bio-, pharma-, public health-, and related fields to join us at the symposium. Pre-registration is required and no on-site registration will be accepted. Please submit an abstract if you would like to present your research work (oral or poster presentation) at the symposium.
- Time: July 16th & 17th, 2016
- Location: Northwest Building, Harvard University (52 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA)
- Event website: http://btbatw.org/2016/
- Registration deadline: June 3rd for abstract submission, entrepreneurial presentation, and early bird registration. July 15th for regular registration. Registration will be closed once the number of registrants reaches the maximum capacity of 250 people.
- Registration fee: $10 for early bird, $20 for regular registration (registration fee including lunch and dinner on Day 1, and coffee breaks on both days)
For any questions or suggestions, please contact btba.tw@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you there!
中華表演藝術基金會公佈新年度節目安排
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Tuition-Free Community College Application for BPS Students is Now Live
Tuition-Free Community College Application for BPS Students is Now Live
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Eligibility for the program expanded since launch in April
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Boston, MA - June 1, 2016 - Boston Public Schools Superintendent Tommy Chang joined Mayor Martin J. Walsh in launching the application for the tuition-free community college plan, which provides a cost-effective entry point into higher education for Boston's young people.
"The single most effective way to break down the social and financial barriers facing many Boston families is to make post-secondary education accessible," said Mayor Walsh. "I am so proud to launch this program and give our talented BPS graduates another resource for success."
Since the program was announced in April, eligibility for the college plan has changed to provide even more students with access, lowering the GPA requirement from 2.2 to 2.0; requiring no more than three developmental courses, as determined by college placement testing, by the start of the semester; and completing community college within 3 years or less. Under these expanded eligibility guidelines, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and Temporary Protected Status (TPA) students may also be eligible for the Tuition-Free plan.
"This life-changing program will impact so many of our students," said Boston School Committee Chairperson Michael O'Neill. "On behalf of the School Committee, I extend our gratitude to Mayor Walsh for increasing our graduates' access to the college pathway. This is a major component in guiding our students on a road to success."
Today, the program is now available and will be run through the Mayor's Office of Workforce Development (OWD), with support from the City's Neighborhood Jobs Trust (NJT).
"The Boston Public Schools community is grateful to Mayor Walsh for providing opportunities and removing barriers for our students, so that they may be able to attend college free of tuition costs," said Superintendent Chang. "The City of Boston's commitment to pay for up to three years of community college will make a remarkable difference in the lives of so many of our students."
If eligible for the plan, students can attend either Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) or Roxbury Community College (RCC), as long as they apply and are accepted. BHCC has main campuses in Charlestown (at the Community College T-stop on the orange line) and Chelsea with satellite campuses in East Boston, the South End, and Malden. RCC is located in Roxbury near the Roxbury Crossing orange line T-stop. Both colleges offer courses of study in a wide range of areas, such as accounting, biotechnology, business, computer science, criminal justice, early childhood education, nursing, and paralegal. Learn more about BHCC programs of study or RCC programs of study to consider which school might best line up with your interests.
Students must meet the following requirements:
If you have DACA or TPS status, see the Frequently Asked Questions, here: http://www.bostonpublicschools.org/Page/6098.
The plan pays for:
For some students, these costs may already be fully paid for by the Pell grant. However, for those students who do not receive full Pell coverage, the Tuition-Free Community College Plan covers the remaining costs for tuition and mandatory fees. Costs for books and transportation are not covered by the plan at this time.
If students think they may be eligible - or to learn how to become eligible - they are encouraged to follow this simple process. Learn more, here: http://www.bostonpublicschools.org/tuition-free-college.
For additional questions, email TuitionFreeCollege@boston.govor call the city hotline, BOS:311, by dialing 3-1-1.
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