波士頓市今晚 (28日)9點起風雪停車禁令生效

MAYOR WU DECLARES SNOW EMERGENCY, PARKING BAN IN EFFECT FRIDAY AT 9 P.M.

BOSTON - Friday, January 28, 2021 - Mayor Michelle Wu today declared a snow emergency ahead of the forecasted winter storm that is expected to begin early Saturday morning and continue into Sunday. Total snow accumulations are expected to range between 18 to 24 inches, with winds as high as 40-50 mph. Residents are advised that a parking ban will take effect starting at 9:00 p.m. tonight. Once the snow emergency goes into effect, vehicles parked on major roads and main arteries will be towed. The City is urging residents to abide by snow regulations and encouraging all drivers to use caution if traveling. Residents are also encouraged to sign up for emergency notifications through AlertBoston and to call 311 for non-emergency related issues. For any emergency, residents should call 911.   “As Boston prepares for the big snowstorm on its way, I encourage all our residents to take precautions to keep everyone safe,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “I want to thank the many city employees who have already begun preparations and will be responding to the storm this weekend—treating and clearing our streets, as well as being available to answer 311 calls for non-emergency questions throughout the weekend.” A snow emergency has been declared, starting Friday, January 28 at 9:00 p.m. A parking ban will also take effect at that time and all vehicles parked on a posted snow emergency artery will be towed to allow for snow clearing operations to take place. Boston residents with a resident sticker can find a list of free and discounted garages here; and parking at participating garages will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Discounted parking starts two hours before we declare a snow emergency, and ends two hours after lifting the emergency. Trash and recycling pick-up will continue on a regular schedule on Friday (1/28) and resume on Monday (1/31). Residents are encouraged to download the Trash Day App for more information on their trash and recycling pick-up schedule.  Nighttime street sweeping on main roads, arteries, and commercial roads is canceled until further notice. Updates will be provided on boston.gov when night time street sweeping is scheduled to resume. As indicated in signage posted in BPS school parking lots, parking is not allowed in these lots during snowstorms. Vehicles may be towed if they are parked in BPS parking lots during the snow emergency. Towing could start on Saturday and could continue through the weekend until lots are cleared. You have 48 hours to use a space saver after the end of an emergency. After that, you must remove it from the street. Please note that space savers are banned in the South End.   All BCYF community centers and the Boston Public Library will be closed on Saturday.  The Public Works Department (PWD) will have equipment to treat Boston's roads prior to the snowfall starting, and the City has the ability to put over 850 pieces of equipment on city streets. The PWD currently has 38,000 tons of salt on hand.   The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is in constant contact with the National Weather Service to receive detailed forecast updates for the City of Boston and to ensure City departments have plans in place to handle the weather. Residents can sign up to receive AlertBoston notifications by phone, text, or email. Residents can call 311 for non-emergency issues.   Rules on clearing snow: Property owners must fully clear snow, sleet and ice from sidewalks and curb ramps abutting the property within three hours after the snowfall ends, or three hours after sunrise if the snow ends overnight. Curb and pedestrian ramps to the street should be cleared fully and continually over the duration of the storm to ensure accessibility for individuals with disabilities. If the storm lasts for an extended period of time, property owners are asked to continually check and clear ramps abutting their property.  Removal of snow and ice from a private property to the street or sidewalk is prohibited.  Failure to comply with these rules can result in fines issued by PWD's Code Enforcement Division. Fines associated with improper removal of snow can be found here. Caring for vulnerable populations: If you see individuals experiencing homelessness or vulnerable individuals out in the cold who appear immobile, disoriented or underdressed for the weather, please call 911. Boston's emergency shelters are open 24-hours a day and accept walk-ins. Amnesty is offered to anyone with a non-violent restriction. Men can access shelter at the 112 Southampton Street Shelter, and women should go to the Woods-Mullen Shelter at 794 Massachusetts Ave. BPHC and the City work closely with shelter providers to ensure that no client is without shelter, food, resources, and a warm respite from the cold. The BPHC Engagement Center is open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. In addition to providing an indoor heated space, it offers a range of basic amenities and comfort items, such as clean bathroom facilities, water, coffee, and light snacks. During extreme cold weather, street outreach teams operate with extended hours and provide mobile outreach vans on the streets in the evening and throughout the day. Safety tips: Keep catch basins and fire hydrants clear. For a map of catch basins and fire hydrants, visit here. You can assist in keeping hydrants clear of snow so the Boston Fire Department can access them quickly in case of emergency. Shoveling snow requires significant exertion; please be cautious and pay attention to signs of overexertion. Stop if you feel chest pain, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, nausea, or vomiting. Call 911 if those symptoms do not resolve quickly. Snow piles can make navigating intersections dangerous for pedestrians and drivers. Please take extra care when turning corners with snow piles that might limit visibility. Carbon monoxide poisoning is a concern during winter weather, especially with the use of generators. Residents should use their home heating systems wisely and safely, and have a working carbon monoxide detector on each floor of the home. Call 911 immediately if you suspect carbon monoxide poisoning. Sitting in a car while idling can be deadly if the tailpipe is blocked. Do not let children sit in an idling car while shoveling. Clear any household exhaust pipes (e.g. gas exhaust for heating systems or dryers) and vehicle exhaust pipes of snow. Have a contractor check the roof to see if snow needs to be removed. If roof snow can be removed from the ground with the use of a snow-rake, do so with caution. Avoid working from ladders, and be mindful of slippery surfaces.  Dress for the weather: Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, residents are required to wear face coverings in indoor public places. Wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing. Outer garments should be tightly woven and water repellent. Wear mittens over gloves; layering works for your hands as well. Always wear a hat, and cover your mouth with a scarf to protect your lungs.   Dress children warmly, and set reasonable time limits on outdoor play. Restrict infants' outdoor exposure when it is colder than 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Watch for signs of frostbite: Signs of frostbite include loss of feeling and white or pale appearance in extremities such as fingers, toes, ear lobes, and the tip of the nose. If symptoms are detected, get medical help immediately. Watch for signs of hypothermia: These include uncontrollable shivering, memory loss, disorientation, incoherence, slurred speech, drowsiness and apparent exhaustion. If you or someone you know shows any of these symptoms, get in touch with a healthcare provider immediately. If symptoms are severe, call 911. Heating safety: Never try to heat your home using a charcoal or gas grill, the kitchen stove, or other product not specifically designed as a heater. These can cause a fire or produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide very quickly.  Have your heating system cleaned and checked annually. Install and maintain smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors on every level of your home. Carbon monoxide is an invisible gas produced whenever any fuel is burned. Common sources include oil or gas furnaces, water heaters, fireplaces, stoves, and some space heaters. It has no smell, taste, or color, and it is poisonous and potentially deadly. Don't place electric space heaters near curtains or other flammable materials. Turn them off before you go to bed. Emergency home repair resources:  Income-eligible homeowners and Boston's residents over age 60 can receive assistance with winter emergencies and repairs, such as fixing storm damage, leaking roofs, furnaces and leaking/frozen pipes. For assistance, residents should call the Mayor's hotline at 311 or the Boston Home Center at 617-635-HOME (4663).    In addition, the Mayor's Seniors Save program helps income eligible Bostonians over the age of 60 replace old, inefficient heating systems with a brand new heating system before a catastrophic failure occurs during the cold winter months. Older adults can also call 311 or the Boston Home Center at 617-635-HOME (4663) to be connected with a City staffer to provide additional details.     For more information, please visit the Winter in Boston guide and follow @CityofBoston on Twitter.

紐英崙中華專協職涯座談系列 首場邀彭貴安、王欣愷、周邦彥分享經驗

紐英崙中華專業人員協會職涯講座主持人、講者及嘉賓。(視頻截圖)

紐英崙中華專業人員協會董事會主席周萬欽。

                  (Boston Orange 周菊子波士頓報導) 紐英崙中華專業人員協會 (NEACP)和4組織、機構合作， 1月25日晚在網上舉辦「職業生涯:我們從這兒走向那裏?」講座，3名講者分享經驗，為將近60名出席者釋疑解惑。

             紐英崙中華專業人員協會甫於去年底完成幹部交接，新任董事會主席周萬欽和會長林致中在這2022年第一場講座開場前說明，該會和波士頓經文處(TECO)教育組，波士頓台灣人生物科技協會 (BTBA)，哈佛台灣同學會 (HTSA)，新英格蘭學聯 (FTSANE)合作，今年將舉辦職業展系列，下一場是訂2月16日舉行的年度職業展，以及3月份為碩博士生舉辦的職業發展講座。相關資訊稍後都會在該會官網上公佈。

紐英崙中華專業人員協會新任會長林致中。

          25日晚的這場講座，講者分別為Lux 研究所全球諮詢副總裁彭貴安 (Kevin Pang)，Macquarie 資產管理的全球新興市場產權分析師王欣愷 (Jeffrey Wang)，以及Openly的保險產品研究副總裁周邦彥 (Penn Chou)。

             周萬欽指出，年輕人在找第一份工作時，總是面對很多挑戰，這次的講座，重點放在產業職涯，年輕人應該想自己對哪個專業所需的特長特別感興趣，然後了解公司的大小規模，座落地點，以及什麼時候該去申請工作。

Lux 研究所全球諮詢副總裁彭貴安 (Kevin Pang)。

              周萬欽強調，申請工作的時間點很重要，因為大部分的公司都有所謂的聘僱季節，如果有實習經驗，將會使申請者更具競爭力。當機會出現時，也不妨轉行、換公司。

             彭貴安原本在西岸的柏克萊大學就讀，想繼續深造念博士時，教授告訴他應該到東岸去，還忠告他不要怕改變，不要怕新事物，他這才來到哈佛。他也以此經驗忠告出席講座者，成長意味著把自己丟去做自己擅長，喜愛並有收入的事，然後最好能對社會做些有意義的貢獻。

Macquarie 資產管理的全球新興市場產權分析師王欣愷 (Jeffrey Wang)。

             彭貴安自己從哈佛取得博士學位後，進業界工作10年，帶領團隊研究幹細胞，陸續在幾家公司工作過。其中第一家被輝瑞製藥買下，第二家後來上市，這些經歷讓他對公司的經營管理發生興趣，於是進修企業管理，接著自己創辦公司，再賣掉公司。

沒想到一位10年前認識的朋友，這時候打來一通電話，把他找去做諮詢顧問，幫助財富500強公司經營得更好，更有效率，這才把他帶進諮詢行業。彭貴安藉此勸年輕人，不要停止聯誼交流，因為你永遠不知道朋友會在什麼時候帶給你驚喜。

Openly的保險產品研究副總裁周邦彥 (Penn Chou)。

             王欣愷從1999年起踏入金融界，他說這一行讓人最興奮的是它不斷改變，自己必須一直學習新事物，攫取新技能，並在過程中逐步更了解自己。

             他說，其實踏入某一行工作時，人們不見得知道自己會面對什麼樣的環境，總有很多需要學習，調整的地方。MBA的企管課程對他就很有幫助，讓他進一步了解到在技術之外的人際層面重要性，開始注意國際事務，還把他帶到倫敦來工作。他說，基金管理其實不只是研究、挑選股票，還要建立資產，和客戶對話，爭取信任，他自己的下一步也會是繼續嘗試不同職務，角色，體會國際文化，邁向更高的領導職位。他相信大家都能慢慢找到自己的路。

             周邦彥謙稱自己踏入職場僅11年，時間遠不如另兩位長，但他從密西根州取得數學和企管兩個學位後，並不確定自己將來要往哪一條路走。一直嘗試在自己有興趣和有新機會的事物中尋求平衡。

2009年剛畢業時，他很幸運地進了一家做精算分析的公司，研究即使對保險業來說都還是很新的數據科學和預測模型，他很有興趣的做了幾年後，出現用機械學習做人力資源分析的機會，讓他進一步瞭解到光有技術，不足以驅動改變，還必須懂得人類心理，具備和更廣大群眾溝通及解說的能力。

沒想到這時候Draft King這家著名的體育博彩公司打電話來，邀他加入，為該公司成立分析部門。他從沒接觸過這類企業，很想感受一家公司的從小變大，於是興致勃勃加入，結果在那兒不到二年，Draft King擴大到快有2000名員工時，他以前的同事創辦了Openly，打來電話，找他加入，於是在”嚐新”的前提下，他又轉進一家僅有30多名員工的初創企業。

這場講座在周萬欽的主持中，三名講者還分享了各自行業在招聘新人各別看重那些條件，能力，面試時的注意事項，各行業的文化特色等供年輕人參考。

中華專協的這場講座，錄影視頻已上傳到youtube，網址為https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lk4drYmLdwY， 查詢未來講座資訊，可上網www.neacp.org。

AG’S OFFICE REACHES RESOLUTION WITH REAL ESTATE COMPANIES THAT ORCHESTRATED LEASE-TO-OWN SCAM

 AG’S OFFICE REACHES RESOLUTION WITH REAL ESTATE COMPANIES THAT ORCHESTRATED LEASE-TO-OWN SCAM

AG’s Investigation Found For-Profit Companies Deceptively Lured Hopeful Home Buyers into Purchasing Distressed Properties with False Promises of Homeownership

 

BOSTON – Two for-profit real estate companies and their owner will pay $60,000 and no longer operate in Massachusetts to resolve a lawsuit brought by the Attorney General’s Office alleging a “lease-to-own” scam that unfairly and deceptively lured low-income Massachusetts consumers into real estate agreements for distressed homes they couldn’t afford.

 

The consent judgment, entered in Suffolk Superior Court, alleges that, since 2016, AngleFund, Inc., and DTH-REO, Inc., under the direction of owner David Buttross, purchased multiple distressed, previously foreclosed properties across Massachusetts and leased them to vulnerable consumers under “lease-to-own” or “contract for deed” arrangements. Consumers were given the option to purchase the property outright later but had little chance of being able to afford ownership of the homes. Most of these properties had significant sanitary code violations and some were deemed unfit for habitation and had been condemned by the properties’ respective towns. AngleFund and DTH continued to lease these properties in spite of their conditions.

 

“These companies created immense financial and emotional hardships for hopeful homebuyers in Massachusetts,” said AG Healey. “We are very pleased to secure relief for the families affected, including providing an opportunity for home ownership, and stop these companies from doing business in Massachusetts again.”

 

The AG’s Office began its investigation in 2017 after the AG’s Neighborhood Renewal Division identified a condemned property in Avon that had been previously leased to tenants by AngleFund and DTH. The investigation further revealed at least 13 properties owned by the companies in Massachusetts, including homes in Avon, Charlemont, Fitchburg, Lakeville, North Adams, Springfield, Winchendon, and Worcester. According to the AG’s Office, the companies typically sought out prospective buyers with low income or poor credit.

 

The AG’s Office alleges that, once signed onto to the leasing contracts, the costs for repairs and maintenance shifted from the landlord—in this case AngleFund or DTH—to the tenant, requiring tenants to retain sole responsibility for pulling any necessary permits needed for maintaining upkeep and restoration of the property. Before leasing the properties, AngleFund and DTH allegedly did not disclose to tenants the severe conditions of the homes, or that some were even considered unfit for habitation.

 

In Massachusetts, offering a residential property for rent or to “lease-to-own” that is unfit for habitation and failing to disclose to a prospective tenant the existence of any condition that could result in a violation, is prohibited by the AG’s Landlord-Tenant Regulations.

 

According to the AG’s complaint, AngleFund and DTH also allowed for tenants to convert their “contract for deed” arrangements to mortgages and offered seller-financing to tenants. However, both companies failed to provide the proper disclosures to buyers under state and federal law and failed to perform an analysis of a borrower’s ability to pay, violating the Attorney General’s Mortgage Lender Regulations, federal regulations, as well as other Massachusetts statutes intended to protect consumers.

 

Under the terms of the AG’s settlement, AngleFund and DTH will be required to pay $60,000 in restitution to the consumers harmed. As a result of a court order obtained by the AG’s Office, AngleFund and DTH will also no longer be allowed to purchase additional properties or originate new mortgages in Massachusetts and have been banned from doing business in the state. Tenants will also be given the option of full ownership of their properties from AngleFund, and the company has agreed to pay any outstanding property taxes or fees in connection with the properties prior to the transferring of the deed. 

 

This case was handled by Assistant Attorney General Tara Ruttle and Division Chief Amber Villa of the AG’s Neighborhood Renewal Division, and Division Chief Shennan Kavanagh of the AG’s Consumer Protection Division, with the assistance of Investigator Ciara Tran from the AG’s Civil Investigations Division

Mayor Wu announce appointments to the Civilian Review Board (CRB)

MAYOR WU APPOINTS MEMBERS TO CIVILIAN REVIEW BOARD AND INTERNAL AFFAIRS OVERSIGHT PANEL, FULLY STAFFING BOTH BOARDS Both independent boards function within the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency

BOSTON - Thursday, January 27, 2022 - Mayor Michelle Wu today announced appointments to fully staff the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency’s (OPAT) Civilian Review Board (CRB) and Internal Affairs Oversight Panel (IAOP). Established through the passage of a 2020 ordinance, the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency was created to strengthen the relationship between the Boston Police Department (BPD) and Boston’s communities by increasing trust, transparency, and accountability. Mayor Wu announced the appointed members at a press conference at BPD Headquarters, where she was joined by OPAT Executive Director Stephanie L. Everett, members of the CRB and IAOP, Boston Police Superintendent Sharon Dottin, Chief, Bureau of Professional Standards, and Boston Police Deputy Superintendent Eddy Chrispin, Internal Affairs Division. “Every resident, in every corner of every neighborhood in our city deserves to feel safe in the knowledge that our Police Department will uphold its responsibility to serve and protect them. That requires building trust—trust that begins and ends with our communities,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “With our search for a new Police Commissioner underway and our appointees to the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency boards in place, we are ready to transform the structures of public safety and health to build community in Boston.” The Office of Police Accountability and Transparency was one of the signature recommendations of the 2020 Boston Police Reform Task Force, creating a new standard in police accountability and community oversight, independent of the Boston Police Department. It is charged with investigating complaints of police misconduct, ensuring that the Boston Police Department's internal affairs review process is fair and thorough, and reviewing Boston Police Department's existing and proposed policies and procedures. The Executive Administration of the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency Commission has three Commissioners: the Executive Director, the Chair of the CRB, and the Chair of the IAOP. Mayor Wu previously reappointed Stephanie Everett as Executive Director of OPAT. “I am grateful to have the Civilian Review Board and Internal Affairs Oversight Panel fully staffed to help advance and build on our work to ensure transparency and accountability within the Boston Police Department,” said Executive Director Stephanie Everett. “I look forward to continuing our work to enhance and build community trust and confidence.” Chaired by Peter Alvarez, the Civilian Review Board is charged with reviewing and recommending action on individuals’ complaints against the Boston Police Department. The Civilian Review Board has nine members. The Mayor appoints all members of the Board. Three of her appointments were recommended to serve on the Board from the Boston City Council’s nominations, as outlined by the ordinance. The Civilian Review Board is comprised of: Peter Alvarez, a former BPS school teacher and lawyer providing pro bono education-related counsel.  Natalie Carithers, a former Chief of Staff in the Massachusetts House of Representatives, who has served in various public service and community organization positions.  Rev. Wayne S. Daley, the Director of Youth and Community Services at the Salvation Army in Boston, who has served as a Chaplain at the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department and assisted young people returning to their communities after periods of incarceration. Joshua Dankoff, a child welfare, juvenile justice, and immigration policy advocate. Anne Hernandez, a social worker supporting immigrant students. Carrie Mays, a local organizer with the Center for Teen Empowerment involved in the arts, serving as the Board’s dedicated youth member. Amy McNamee, a criminal defense attorney who works on various violent and financial crimes cases. Tara Register, an advocate and organizer focused on creating youth wellness through comprehensive systems of family support. Chris Sumner, an advocate who has led many community organizations in Boston, including Upward Bound and The Salvation Army’s Ray & Joan Kroc Center. “I am grateful to Mayor Wu for the opportunity to serve as Chair to help facilitate an opportunity for Boston residents to seek an independent review when they feel they’ve been wronged by the Boston Police Department,” said Chair of the Civilian Review Board Peter Alvarez. “Through the work of the Civilian Review Board, I look forward to building trust within our communities to enhance safety throughout our neighborhoods.” Chaired by Judge Leslie Harris, the five-member Internal Affairs Oversight Panel is charged with reviewing completed investigations of the Boston Police Department's Internal Affairs Division. Mayor Wu’s appointments to IAOP are: Judge Leslie Harris, a retired associate justice for the Suffolk Juvenile Court who has also worked as a teacher, youth worker, Probation Officer for the Suffolk Superior Court, public defender, and Chief of the Juvenile Division of the Suffolk County DA’s office. Allison Cartwright, Attorney in Charge at the Roxbury Defender’s Office, former member of the Police Reform Task Force, and former assistant corporation counsel for the City of Boston. Christina Miller, an Assistant Clinical Professor of Law at Suffolk University who also served as Chief of District Courts and Community Prosecutions with the Suffolk County DA’s Office. Julien Mundele, an attorney specializing in government investigations, criminal defense, and health law practice, and a former Assistant District Attorney with the Suffolk County DA’s Office. Jassie-Fredcia Senwah, a victim witness advocate at the Suffolk County DA’s Office and organizer providing resources and support to students, women and children impacted by domestic violence. “To ensure every safety possibility to all of our residents, it’s important that we hold our law enforcement officers to a high standard,” said Chair of the Internal Affairs Oversight Panel Judge Leslie Harris. “I am grateful to Mayor Wu to serve as Chair of this board to have an opportunity to conduct independent investigations into completed internal affairs cases, to further provide accountability for our residents.” The purpose of the OPAT is to provide opportunity for individuals with concerns or complaints related to the Boston Police Department and its employees to be heard and responded to, and to provide the staffing and legal authority necessary to support the work of the OPAT and its related advisory boards and panels to undertake independent investigation and review of policing in Boston. OPAT’s first semi-annual report can be found here. For more information about the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency, visit Boston.gov/OPAT. Mayor Wu previously announced the formation of the five-member committee to steer the public engagement and search process for the next Boston Police Department (BPD) Commissioner, a group of deeply respected law and public safety professionals and community leaders. The Committee has hosted two community engagement sessions to learn residents’ visions for leadership within BPD. For more information, visit Boston.gov/BPD-Commissioner.

Mayor Wu announce appointments to the Civilian Review Board (CRB) and the Internal Affairs Oversight Panel (IAOP), which are part of the City’s Office of Police Accountability and Transparency (OPAT). She will be joined by the Executive Director of the Office Police Accountability and Transparency Stephanie Everett, members of the CRB and IAOP, and Superintendent Sharon Dottin and Deputy Superintendent Eddy Chrispin of the Boston Police Department Bureau of Professional Standards.

ACDC主任劉安琪獲選為HUD住房輔導顧問委員會委員

HUD APPOINTS FOUR NEW MEMBERS TO THE HOUSING COUNSELING FEDERAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
New appointments bring Committee membership to full 12 members authorized by statute.

WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced on Monday the appointment of four new members to the Housing Counseling Federal Advisory Committee. These new members complement the Committee’s existing eight members, bringing membership back to the full twelve members authorized by statute. These new members represent the mortgage industry, the real estate industry, consumers, and HUD-approved housing counseling agencies.

“We welcome our newest members to the Housing Counseling Federal Advisory Committee and thank all members for their commitment to the nation’s individuals, families, and communities who rely on the nationwide housing counseling program to find and sustain safe and affordable homes,” said HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge. “For the first time in recent years, the Committee is at its full twelve members, as allowed under statute. The work of this Committee in advising HUD’s Housing Counseling program is not only critical to the nation’s recovery from the financial effects of COVID-19 but is a vital part of reshaping fairer and more equitable housing opportunities for communities of color.”

The following new Committee members announced today will serve three-year terms:

• Gabe Del Rio, President and Chief Executive Officer, Homeownership Council of America
• Daniel Garcia, Vice President/Senior CRA Lending Officer, First Horizon Bank
• Angie Liou, Executive Director, Asian Community Development Corporation
• Richard Verrillo, Director of Business Development, Navicore Solutions

Additional information about each of the new members can be found here. These individuals will join the following Committee members who were appointed or re-appointed in September 2021:

• Ibijoke Akinbowale, Director, National Community Reinvestment Coalition Housing Counseling Network
• Patricia Arvielo, President and Co-Founder, New American Funding
• Lawrence Batiste, President, Batiste Premier Realty
• Carol Ann Dujanovich, Vice President and Director of Operations, 1st Nations Reverse Mortgage
• Marcia Lewis, Deputy Executive Director - Change Management, Indianapolis Housing Authority
• Bill Sevilla, Director, Community Development and Asset Building, Centro Campesino
• Tony Walters, Executive Director, National American Indian Housing Council
• Paul Yorkis, President, Patriot Real Estate.

大摩頓市亞裔社區聯盟 1/27-28 免費發放新冠病毒快速檢測盒

 

The Greater Malden Asian American Community Coalition (GMAACC) is distributing COVID-19 rapid test kits to Malden residents for the Lunar New Year.You can reserve 2 boxes for each address (4 tests in total).

Pickup address: Wah Lum Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy, 124 Ferry St, Malden, MA 02148.

MassHealth holders/uninsured: Thursday, January 27, 3pm-5:45 pm
All Others: Friday, January 28, 3pm-5:45pm.

500 rapid test kits will be given out every day. There is a limited supply

The information entered below to register must match your ID (and MassHealth card if applicable) at pickup.

 

Please register at this link: https://bit.ly/3fX0vZh 

4 organizations celebrate Lunar New Year with "Asian Women's Voices Rise" as theme

     Celebrate the Lunar New Year! Year of the Tiger! Asian Women's Voices Rise!

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Hear the roar. Join Get Konnected!, GBH, NAAAP, and the Commonwealth Seminars as we honor and elevate the voices of Asian women in the Year of the Tiger. As the dual pandemics of Covid-19 and racial inequity continue to flare, Asian women's resilience, courage, and intellect permeate political, social, and cultural communities at the intersection of new traditions and brilliant accomplishments. Learn what cross-cultural achievements await in the coming Lunar New Year.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, the first woman and the first Asian-American elected to the office, and City Council President Edward Flynn, who represents Chinatown, just announced they will join Get Konnected! Founder and CEO Colette Phillips during the GK! annual Lunar New Year free virtual celebration 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 25. The evening -- "Asian Women's Voices Roar" -- also includes live appearances by distinguished guests GBH GM Liz Cheng, Zipcar President Tracey Zhen and Boston Globe ​Columnist Shirley Leung. Plus additional city elected officials. Don't miss this incredible evening

Moderator: Shirley Leung, Columnist, Boston Globe

Panel:
Liz Cheng, GM, GBH
Tracey Zhen, President, Zipcar

Special Guests:
Mayor Michelle Wu
Ed Flynn City Council President
Chien-Mei Chang, Interim President NAAAP Boston

Time

Jan 25, 2022 05:30 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)

As MA House Debates VOTES Act, Danielle Allen Calls For Same-Day Voter Registration

 As MA House Debates VOTES Act, Danielle Allen Calls For Same-Day Voter Registration

Boston, MA – Today, with the VOTES Act up for debate in the Massachusetts House, national democracy leader and gubernatorial candidate Danielle Allen is highlighting the need for same-day voter registration. Included in the Senate version of the bill, but not in the House’s, this key provision will make it easier for people across Massachusetts to cast their ballot and own their voice. Allen has already committed to promoting same-day registration as part of her democracy agenda — a transformative strategy to reimagine our democracy to empower all of us.

“From the pandemic to climate to the housing crisis, solving our biggest challenges starts with strengthening our democracy,” said gubernatorial candidate Danielle Allen. “We need to get everyone to the table to knit ourselves together as One Commonwealth — and that starts with making it easier for every eligible voter to cast their ballot. Same-day voter registration has to be part of that effort.”

In 2020, Massachusetts introduced new voting provisions to make it easier and safer for people to cast their ballot during the pandemic — which resulted in the highest voter turnout in Massachusetts history. In an important step to strengthen our democracy and drive participation and empowerment, the VOTES Act would make many of those provisions permanent. However, Massachusetts’ turnout still lagged behind 13 other states in 2020, many of which used more innovative practices like same-day registration to expand ballot box access.

“Right now, our country needs a national leader to show the way towards a stronger democracy. Massachusetts has the chance to be that leader — but only if we take this seriously and use all our tools to shore up the right to vote,” said gubernatorial candidate Danielle Allen. “I’m urging the Legislature to move forward with same-day voter registration as part of the VOTES Act.”