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星期五, 6月 24, 2016
中美健康峰會青年健康創新大賽 7/1 截止報名
North Station Area Mobility Action Plan to kick-off with June 28 public meeting
North Station Area Mobility Action Plan to kick-off with June 28 public meeting
Action plan will develop near-term solutions for improvement of area’s mobility network
BOSTON – On Tuesday, June 28 the Boston Redevelopment Authority (BRA) and the Boston Transportation Department (BTD) will host a visioning meeting to kick-off the North Station Area Mobility Action Plan (NSAMAP). The action plan, announced in November 2015, will develop a range of near-, mid-, and long-term, implementable solutions to improve the way people get around the North Station area, including the Bulfinch Triangle, the TD Bank Garden, Charles River Park, the Brook Courthouse, Nashua Street, and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). The team will design several near-term solutions so that they can be implemented as soon as possible.
“According to data from the 2013 American Community Survey, about half of residents in this area walk to work, while a smaller percentage use public transportation to commute to their jobs,” said BRA Director Brian Golden. “That said, 22 percent of residents drive alone, and all of those individual motorists contribute to congestion in the area. The North Station Area Mobility Action Plan will explore these and other factors to develop solutions for easing stress on the transportation network and promoting alternatives.”
“We are focused on transportation improvements that will make it safer for all users of the road,” said BTD Commissioner Gina Fiandaca. “We will work with the community to seek innovative solutions that improve traffic flow and connect with the area’s extensive network of public transportation options.”
In the same vein as recent City of Boston planning studies, the NSAMAP process will have a robust community engagement component. Community members and neighborhood stakeholders, such as large property owners and institutions, will help define current challenges in the study area and assist the city in creating solutions. City officials and community members will kick off the process with a public meeting on Tuesday, June 28 to discuss visioning and existing conditions.
The meeting will take place at the West End Museum from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., starting with an open house to be followed by a presentation and break-out information-gathering sessions. Additional opportunities for public involvement will take place throughout the remainder of 2016 with exact dates, times, and locations to be confirmed. The rough timeline is as follows:
- Late July/early August: Definition of problems and development of ideas
- Mid-September: Prioritization of ideas
- Mid-October: Turning ideas into concepts
- Early December: Release of draft action plan for review
To supplement the community workshops, an interactive NSAMAP website has been created to solicit online feedback from the community and stakeholders about the study area. The website, bit.ly/nsamap2016, allows users to share problems that they have experienced with the transportation network as well as their visions for improving mobility in the action plan area. Constituents are also encouraged to join the conversation and share their ideas on Twitter using the hashtag #NSAMAP2016.
This effort is the result of a partnership between the BRA and BTD. Together, these agencies will work to arrive at an actionable plan, with community and stakeholder support, through a transparent and engaging process.
This effort is the result of a partnership between the BRA and BTD. Together, these agencies will work to arrive at an actionable plan, with community and stakeholder support, through a transparent and engaging process.
Eight private partners, including Massachusetts General Hospital, Delaware North (owners of the TD Garden), Equity Residential, AvalonBay Communities, Related Beal, Boston Properties, HYM Investment Group, and Trinity Financial have contributed $50,000 each, for a total of $400,000, to support the city’s efforts.
麻州泰廟 6/26 慶祝泰王登基70週年
You are cordially invited to participate the celebration The King of Thailand the Seventieth Anniversary Celebrations of His Majesty’s Accession of the Throne and The 40th Anniversary Celebration of Council of Thai Bhikkhus in the USA at WAT NAWAMINTARARACHUTIS NMR MEDITATION CENTER .
Please extend the invitation to your friends. Thanks!
Guests do not have to participate the whole program. Please come to have delicious Thai lunch. I will be there all day and it would be my great honor to tour you the Temple after lunch.
382 South St. East, Raynham, MA 02767
Website: www.watnawamin.org
Program:
Sunday 26, June, 2016
Morning session: 40th Anniversary Celebration of Council of the Thai Bhikku in USA
6:00 am Morning Chanting
7:00 am Breakfast offering to 250monks
9:30 am 10 Senior and distinguish Bhikkus chanting
10:30 am 109 Monks making an alms around the Main temple of
Wat Navamintararachutis
11:00 am Lunch offering to 250 monks
Lunch for laypeople
Afternoon session: Opening celebration the Office of 40th Anniversary of the Council of Thai Bhikkhus
13:00 am All committees of the monks, distinguish guests, and laypeople gathering at the
Pavilion of the ceremony
13:30 pm Chairman of the ceremony arrives and lights candles and incense sticks to pay
homage to the Triple Gems
Phradepbuddhisvides, President of Council of Thai Bhikkhus in the USA, presents the report
Chairman of the ceremony delivers special remarks
Massachusetts official delivers a speech and accepts a token of appreciation
from the chairman of the ceremony
Ø Awarded the honorary plague to the benevolences of the Council of Thai Bhikkhus in the USA
Ø Opening ceremony the Office of the 40th Anniversary of Council of Thai Bhikkhus in the USA
Ø Opening ceremony the institute of “Buddhist Vipassana College”
Gr Group picture
Dress Code:
Formal
Parking:
On-site parking
MAYOR WALSH PRESENTS ENERGY POSITIVE (E+) GREEN BUILDING AWARD FOR HOMES IN ROXBURY
MAYOR WALSH PRESENTS ENERGY POSITIVE (E+) GREEN BUILDING AWARD FOR HOMES IN ROXBURY
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Announces Request for Proposals for New E+ Homes in Dorchester
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BOSTON - Wednesday, June 22, 2016 - Today, Mayor Martin J. Walsh joined representatives from Boston's utility companies and other city officials to present local design and development firm Urbanica with a green building award and a $10,000 prize for the company's successful creation of Boston's best performing energy positive homes. The three-bedroom townhomes at the corner of Highland and Marcella Streets in Roxbury produce more energy than they consume in a year, and they are certified as LEED Platinum, the US Green Building Council's highest marker for sustainable design.
All of the homes are energy efficient with highly insulated air-tight walls and windows, LED lights, solar panels and water efficient plumbing. The design features which include energy recovery ventilation ensures access to fresh air while allowing the homes to keep a consistent temperature throughout the year with minimal heating in the winter or cooling in the summer months.
"These homes embody the kind of neighborhood based innovation that helps make Boston a world leader on climate change issues," said Mayor Walsh. "I want to congratulate Urbanica on receiving this special award, and I thank all of the partners who have helped to make Boston's E+ Green Building Program successful."
Since construction was completed in 2013, the City has been working with a local company to monitor the performance of the units. Over the past year, the four townhomes, which are each 1,970 square feet, collectively had a net electricity production of approximately 12,600 kilowatt hours. Together they create enough surplus energy annually to power a typical three-bedroom home.
The homes on Highland Street demonstrate the ability to deliver deep green energy positive living at a dense urban scale.
For its part, Urbanica will donate the $10,000 prize to the Hawthorne Youth and Community Center, a beloved non-profit that serves Roxbury's Highland Park neighborhood with educational, cultural, and recreational programming for youth and adults. The center is in the midst of an expansion project that includes a deep energy retrofit.
During the event, Mayor Walsh announced a new request for proposals (RFP)for the next phase of Boston's Energy Positive (E+) Green Building Program. The city is seeking a development partner to create four additional E+ housing units on a vacant city-owned parcel in the Talbot Norfolk Triangle neighborhood of Dorchester. Responses to the RFP are due on September 19, 2016.
The E+ Green Building Program is managed jointly by the Boston Redevelopment Authority, the Department of Neighborhood Development, and the Environment Department. The program's sponsors include Eversource and National Grid, which funded today's prize, as well as the US Green Building Council (USGBC), the Massachusetts USGBC Chapter, and the Boston Society of Architects/AIA.
Embue, a Boston-based company that develops hardware, software, and services for energy monitoring, received a grant from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center to track the performance of the E+ homes on Highland Street.
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Baker-Polito Administration Breaks Ground on Water Pipeline and Hydropower Turbine at Fish Hatchery
Baker-Polito Administration Breaks Ground on Water Pipeline and Hydropower Turbine at Fish Hatchery
BELCHERTOWN – June 24, 2016 – Governor Charlie Baker and Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Matthew Beaton today joined anglers and state and local officials at the McLaughlin Fish Hatchery in Belchertown for a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the construction of a nearly mile-long water pipeline and hydropower turbine that will supply six million gallons of water daily to the hatchery, produce renewable energy and reduce the hatchery’s electric demand.
“This project will supply the necessary cold water needed by the Commonwealth’s largest trout hatchery for decades to come, while lowering operational costs, saving energy and producing a renewable source of power,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “This allows for increased energy security and further reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.”
“This great multi-agency partnership will improve trout hatchery operations while also helping the state meet its clean energy targets,” said Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito. “By developing renewable resources and reducing energy use, the Commonwealth is working towards a clean, affordable and resilient energy future.”
“Once complete, this pipeline will save money by harnessing hydropower to reduce electric demand and produce clean energy, and will also help the state provide a quality trout fishing experience for local and visiting anglers to Massachusetts,” said EEA Secretary Matthew Beaton. “Innovative projects like this one are the reason the Commonwealth continues to lead the way on clean energy, energy efficiency and the adoption of new technologies.”
The new 20-inch diameter pipeline, a nearly mile-long spur from the Massachusetts Water Resources’ (MWRA) Chicopee Valley Aqueduct, will deliver water from the Quabbin Reservoir to the McLaughlin Fish Hatchery. The pipeline will begin near the MWRA’s Brutsch Water Treatment Facility in Ware, cross Route 9 into Belchertown and parallel East Street down to the hatchery.
“We are delighted to be working with the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife and the Department of Energy Resources on this important project,” said MWRA Executive Director Fred Laskey. “It’s a great opportunity to help the hatchery and provide a new source of renewable energy within our water system.”
Currently, the McLaughlin Fish Hatchery pumps water directly to its water distribution system from the Swift River. However, because trout prefer cold water, warm river temperatures during the hot summer months affects trout production. The new pipeline will deliver water from the cold, deep bottom of the Quabbin Reservoir, providing consistently coldwater temperatures that will enhance the hatchery’s capacity to raise trout.
“The McLaughlin Hatchery, our largest of five hatcheries, produces almost half of the agency’s hatchery trout, about 225,000 pounds of brook, brown and rainbow trout,” said Department of Fish and Game Commissioner George Peterson.“The fish are then stocked in nearly 500 rivers, streams, lakes and ponds throughout Massachusetts.”
“MassWildlife’s trout stocking program has always been very popular with anglers,” said MassWildlife Director Jack Buckley. “This spring, our new trout stocking webpage with daily scheduled updates was one of the 10 most visited websites in the entire Commonwealth system.”
Gravity-fed water from the pipeline eliminates the need for energy to pump water from the river, reducing the hatchery’s electrical demand by 588,000 kilowatt hours annually. As the water travels from the higher-elevation reservoir down to the hatchery, it will pass through an approximately 60 kilowatt hydropower system, producing an estimated 440,000 kilowatt hours of renewable energy annually that will be exported to the power grid.
“Massachusetts is a national leader in clean energy and energy efficiency and our state agencies are leading the way with innovative projects like the McLaughlin Hatchery Pipeline,” said Department of Energy Resources Commissioner Judith Judson. “DOER is committed to working with our partners across the Commonwealth to expand clean and renewable energy solutions that save taxpayer dollars.”
“This is a great example of one project serving many purposes and providing multiple benefits,” said State Representative Susannah Whipps Lee (R-Athol). “This innovative project will benefit the residents of the Quabbin region for years to come.”
“This is a terrific example of state agencies working together in innovative ways,”said State Representative Todd Smola (R-Warren). “It seems fitting that cold water from the Quabbin will be used to raise trout that will go to stock the reservoir later on.”
“I thank the Baker Administration for recognizing the importance of our natural resources and helping to sustain our trout hatchery,” said State Senator Anne Gobi (D-Spencer). “Keeping a viable hatchery in an environmentally sound way is a win-win for all of us.”
“We support this pipeline project 100% and think this is a wise use of fishing license funds,” said Bill Rose, President of the Western Massachusetts Fly Fishermen. “It’s good for the trout and it looks like a great solution to the problem of varying water temperatures and the constant need to clear river debris from pump station intake screens.”
Funding for the $4.4 million project includes $2.2 million in state environmental bond funds, approximately $1 million from MWRA bonds, $700,000 from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center and the Department of Energy Resources’ Leading by Example Program, and $500,000 from the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife’s (MassWildlife) Inland Fish and Game Fund. MWRA awarded a contract to Waterline Industries Corporation to build the pipeline and the hydropower project.
星期四, 6月 23, 2016
CAPAC Disappointed by Supreme Court Decision in US v. Texas
CAPAC Disappointed by Supreme Court Decision in US v. Texas
Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Supreme Court released a 4-4 decision in United States v. Texas, the legal challenge to President Obama’s Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) and expanded Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) programs. The deadlock ruling upholds an injunction by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals to block the implementation of these programs. However, the ruling does not affect the original DACA program launched in June 2012. Members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) released the following statements:
Congresswoman Judy Chu (CA-27), CAPAC Chair:
“I am extremely disappointed by the Supreme Court’s decision to deny temporary relief to millions of immigrant families, including hundreds of thousands of Asians and Pacific Islanders who will continue to live in constant fear of being separated from their loved ones. Our country benefits greatly from the contributions of aspiring Americans who work, go to school, start businesses, volunteer, and are integrally woven into the fabric of our society. And yet, because of our broken immigration system, millions are forced to live in fear that any day, parents could be separated from their children, or children could be deported to a country they’ve never known. That is why President Obama’s executive actions were so necessary in the wake of Congressional inaction to pass comprehensive immigration reform legislation.
“Despite today’s setback, the fight is not over. I remain confident that this case will come before the Supreme Court again. And as Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, I will continue to fight until we achieve a permanent solution through comprehensive immigration reform.”
Senator Mazie K. Hirono (HI):
“In 2014, President Obama gave hope to millions of workers and families by expanding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) which has helped over 700,000 people come out of the shadows since its creation in 2012, and establishing the Deferred Action for Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) program. Last year, a federal court challenge led by Texas halted these programs and today the lives of up to five million people remain on hold as the Supreme Court deadlocked and was unable to resolve the situation.
“Deadlock at the Court, and deadlock in Congress, are denying hope and opportunity to millions of people. This is not how our government is supposed to work. I will continue speaking out and fighting as hard as I can to give those people in the shadows hope, and to see that the Supreme Court be returned to full strength, and that Congress finally pass real, comprehensive immigration reform legislation.”
Congressman Mike Honda (CA-17), CAPAC Immigration Task Force Chair:
“I am disappointed that the tie in the Court leaves millions of families under constant threat of being forcibly broken up and young residents facing deportation from the only homes they have ever known. I am hopeful that the President’s actions will eventually be upheld, letting millions of our immigrant friends and neighbors come out of the dark and become full members of our society. Meanwhile, I will continue to urge the Administration to stop tearing families apart and to fight in Congress for comprehensive immigration reform. This is the right thing for us to do for our nation’s economy and to uphold our American values."
Congressman Mark Takano (CA-41), CAPAC Whip:
“I am deeply disappointed in today’s 4-4 ruling from the Supreme Court in the case of U.S. v. Texas. This deadlock means that millions of families will continue to live with the constant fear and threat of being separated through deportation. President Obama’s plan to expand DACA and create DAPA would bring millions out of the shadows, strengthening our communities, our economy, and our nation. We cannot and will not stop fighting to fix our broken immigration system.”
Congressman Ami Bera (CA-07):
“I’m very disappointed that the Supreme Court struck down the Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) program and the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals expansions (DACA+) program, both of which reflect common-sense immigration laws. There’s no doubt that the United States needs an immigration policy that makes our country safe and our economy strong. Now more than ever, Democrats and Republicans must work together to pass a comprehensive immigration reform bill that secures our borders, allows our economy to grow, and ensures accountability for new American immigrants. I will continue to work with all levels of government in any way I can to achieve a bipartisan comprehensive immigration reform bill that addresses the immigration issues we face.”
Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-13):
“The 4-4 decision from the Supreme Court today in U.S. v Texas is a disappointing outcome that will tear more families apart. The 4 million people living in limbo deserve better from our judicial system. Now more than ever, Congress must act on comprehensive immigration reform! We owe these families a humane, permanent solution so they can stay together in the country they call home.”
Congressman Ted Lieu (CA-33):
“I am deeply disappointed in the Supreme Court’s 4-4 deadlock decision on President Obama’s executive actions on immigration. DACA and DAPA are common sense steps towards fixing our broken immigration system. We cannot continue to tear families apart and spew hateful anti-immigrant rhetoric. America has met great challenges in the past, and it is time we work together to protect our borders, take action to effectively address the status of millions of undocumented immigrants, and continue to nurture the spirit of inclusiveness that makes our nation the greatest in the world.”
Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-06):
“Today’s split Supreme Court decision on immigration is a setback for millions of families trying to live with dignity and without fear. Despite today’s outcome, we will move forward, and remain committed to fighting for hardworking families and the daily contributions they make to our great nation.”
Congresswoman Grace Meng (NY-06):
“The Supreme Court’s deadlock is a blow to millions of undocumented immigrants who will now be forced to remain in the shadows, and it’s a setback in our efforts to achieve any type of meaningful immigration reform. I am very concerned about the impact this will have on families staying together, and the fear that many hard working immigrants will experience about deportation. I believe that President Obama acted within his authority and I applaud him for taking action. The deadlock highlights the need to fill the Supreme Court’s vacancy, and I renew my call for Senate GOP leaders to hold a vote on Merrick Garland. Despite this disappointing news, our fight is far from over. We will continue to push ahead – regardless of how long it takes – until we finally fix our broken immigration system.”
Congressman Mark Takai (HI-01):
“Today’s decision is step back for immigrant families across the nation. We should be helping families stay together, not tearing them apart. Not only does this decision force millions of families to live with continued uncertainty, it also illustrates the importance of having 9 Justices on the Supreme Court. This tie shows exactly why we need a full bench; Americans deserve better.”
Congressman Raul Grijalva (AZ-03):
“Today’s 4-4 Supreme Court ruling allows a flawed injunction against the expansion of DACA and DAPA to stand, leaving vulnerable people all across the country to continue suffering under an immigration system that splinters families and betrays our values. The silver lining is that a 4-4 tie is not precedent setting, and I hope that the Court revisits this vital issue with the urgency it deserves. But this does emphasize why the Republican refusal to confirm a ninth Supreme Court justice is so toxic to our legal system and our society. We are a nation of immigrants and a nation of laws, and both of those facts are betrayed by a political party that undermines the integrity of our highest court and attacks our president’s legal efforts to help aspiring Americans. I appreciate President Obama’s efforts to act where Republicans wouldn’t, but in light of this ruling, he must redouble his efforts to ensure innocent families do not continue to suffer. I will continue to work with this administration and the next to create a common sense immigration process once and for all.”
Congressman Alan Lowenthal (CA-47):
“Today’s Supreme Court announcement is a disappointment to the millions of families across our country living in uncertainty and fear of being separated. I will not let this setback weaken my commitment to advocating for comprehensive immigration reform that keeps families together and fixes our broken immigration system.”
Congresswoman Grace F. Napolitano (CA-32):
“We are extremely disappointed the Supreme Court has been tainted by politics as usual, thanks to the overreach by one district court judge and the partisan obstruction of Republicans in Congress. The Court has failed the American people, and our communities will continue to suffer as a result. This illustrates exactly what is at stake when politicians play games with the nation’s highest court and why the Supreme Court vacancy must be filled. It is critical to note that today’s erroneous outcome does not impact DACA 2012, which was not at issue in this case. My Democratic colleagues and I remain committed to building on that progress we have made, embracing the contributions of more than 730,000 young DREAMers. Today’s setback is heartbreaking, but it will not deter us from fighting to ensure all immigrants can live in dignity, without fear of being separated from their families.”
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09):
“I am deeply disappointed with the Supreme Court’s ruling today resulting in a deadlock decision on the President’s executive actions on immigration. Millions of U.S. citizens with undocumented parents and DREAMers will now face uncertainty in their future and may see their families torn apart. Failure on the part of Republican leadership is what forced the President to act. I call on Congress to take action and pass a permanent comprehensive immigration bill and reform our broken system. We cannot afford to wait any longer to reform our immigration system and bring relief to millions of children and families.”
Background:
On November 20, 2014, President Obama announced a series of executive orders that would defer deportation for approximately 4.7 million aspiring Americans living in the U.S. The largest initiatives included an expanded Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and the creation of a new Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) program. The expanded DACA program extends DACA eligibility to those who entered the U.S. before the age of 16, regardless of their current age, and who have lived in U.S. continuously since January 1, 2010. The DAPA program allows parents of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to request deferred action and employment authorization for three years, provided they have lived in the U.S .continuously since January 1, 2010, and pass required background checks. Those programs were halted by an injunction that was upheld by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in May of 2015.
Leading up to the President’s executive actions, the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) met with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Jeh Johnson, DHS Deputy Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, and senior White House aides, Cecilia Munoz and Neil Eggleston, to discuss the need to prioritize family unity in immigration reform. A copy of CAPAC’s executive action recommendations to Secretary Jeh Johnson can be found here.
Boston Public Schools Complete Safe Routes to School Campaign for the 2015-2016 School Year
Boston Public Schools Complete Safe Routes to School Campaign for the 2015-2016 School Year
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Boston, Ma. - Friday, June 24, 2016 - Boston Public Schools (BPS) today announced the completion of this year's Safe Routes to School (SRTS) campaign, which officially launched in June 2015 to increase safety and promote healthy behaviors among students during their morning and evening commutes to and from school via public transportation and pathways.
"Safe Routes to School provides our families with insight on the safest ways to commute to school," said Mayor Martin J. Walsh. "Safety is our number one priority, and are doing everything we can to ensure our students arrive at their classrooms safely and ready to learn."
Last year, BPS partnered with the Boston Public Health Commission to support the SRTS initiative in an effort to increase the number of students in grades K-8 who regularly walk, bike, or take the MBTA to school.
"Any effort that aims to keep our students active and safe has the support of the Committee," said Boston School Committee Chairman Michael O'Neill. "It is our hope that many of the students felt empowered through this process, and will continue to utilize the skills learned in the past year."
Additionally, the SRTS initiative aims to improve students' health and well-being. Most children and youth do not meet the national recommendations of 60 minutes of daily physical activity, which supports positive academic results for students.
"To provide our students with the very best education, we have to ensure that we are supporting initiatives that support healthy environments," said Superintendent Tommy Chang. "Safe Routes to Schools is creating a healthy school climate for our students, which is crucial when we are looking to produce strong students, both in and outside of the classroom."
The David A. Ellis Elementary School in Roxbury participated in the last scheduled walk on Friday, June 17.
"The Mather's Spring Walk to School Day was a great success," said Principal Rochelle Nwosu of the Mather Elementary School. "It's important for our students to practice active and safe transportation in our community. We know that active bodies support active minds, so we encourage movement throughout our day."
Seventeen schools have participated in the walk initiative. SRTS is currently serving the following schools:
Bates Elementary School
Bradley Elementary School
Condon Elementary School
Ellis Elementary School
Guild Elementary School
Haley K-8 School
Harvard/Kent Elementary
Haynes Early Education Center
Holmes Elementary
Kilmer Upper and Lower Schools
Lyndon K-8 School
Mather Elementary School
Mattahunt Elementary
Quincy Elementary School
Russell Elementary School
UP Academy Dorchester
Winship Elementary School
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