House Transportation Funding Bill Right on Track
A House of Representatives Bill to invest up to $600 million annually statewide in the transÂportation system will help get the system in good shape before it gets worse.
The benefits of this revenue for roadways, bridges and the public transit system is totally necessary for safety, better service and it is estimated that the investment will bring in millions of dollars in annual revenue.
It has become obvious the transportation system is not up to par and needs a boost to provide a better and reliable source of transportation in Massachusetts.
Elected Officials Tackling the Virus Epidemic
Everyone holding political office is attempting to control the spread of COVID-19 and eventuÂally ratifying the dangerous and deadly virus.
Protecting the general public is also their own family and friends from this unhealthy situation sweeping the globe.
Elected officials are taking a front row position on this matter and are willing and ready to do whatever is needed to end this nasty situation once and for all.
Small Businesses Are the Engines of Communities
Essential small businesses that can provide delivery or take-out services are still open to the pubÂlic, conditionally.
The City of Boston is compilÂing a list of these businesses that contains information regarding their services and operating hours.
Small businesses are a lifeline to the community under the curÂrent conditions that exist, they are actually a blessing in disguise.
Shop at local small businesses.
MBTA Clearly Dealing with Virus Control
Many measures furthering the MBTA’s support for social distancÂing aligned with Governor Charlie Baker’s state of the emergency decÂlaration to service revisions impleÂmented to protect the health and safety of the T’s workforce and customers have been put in place to slow the spread of COVID-19.
The Carmen’s Union working closely with the T have impleÂmented the necessary mandates to ensure the protection for its membership and the transportaÂtion system riders.
Changes and adjustments to the T are imperative to aggressiveÂly deal with the dangers posed by this virus.
In addition to encouraging hygiene and social distancing, the T is continuing its enhanced cleanÂing and disinfecting all its vehicles and customer business locations every twenty-four hours.
All high contact surfaces, such as handrails, fare gates and fare vending machines in subway staÂtions are being cleaned every 4 hours.
T employees and all resiÂdents are being encouraged to wash their hands, cover coughs and sneezes, stay-at-home if sick, avoid touching eyes, noses and mouths and clean areas that are frequently touched with sanitizing spray on wipes.
On many occasions, the MBTA receives negative attention but, it is clear that the T is doing an effecÂtive job of attempting to control the spread of the virus and should be recognized for the major effort to keep workers and riders healthy and safe.
Keep Using Virus Prevention Suggestions
As the dangers of COVID-19 continues to be a problem, all residents must keep on practicing recommended help suggestions. It makes a real difference in the batÂtle to eradicate this virus.
Washing hands frequently, disÂtancing practices, cleaning areas that are frequently touched with sanitizers, covering coughs and sneezes and staying home when sick are methods that will help keep everyone healthy by not spreading the virus.
Cleaning Sidewalks and Gutters Is Still Important
Cleaning sidewalks and street gutters in the community has become more important than normal since the attack of the Coronavirus.
It takes only a few minutes to get the job done to make the comÂmunity cleaner and totally healthÂier.
A little effort will contribute to the welfare of the neighborhood.
Giving Blood Saves Lives
Blood donations in Massachusetts and elsewhere are down, creating a not so good situation that can quickly be fixed by making an effort to visit a Red Cross Center.
Each donation of blood can reportedly save three lives. This should inspire people to make the move.
Giving blood is safe and truly helpful.
Mayor Encourages Census Participation
Boston along with other cities and towns have made a major effort to ensure all residents are counted in the 2020 Census.
The number of US House of Representatives is determined by the data collected by the Census. It also involves redistricting, define congressional districts, state legÂislative districts and local City Council districts for the next 10 years and directs more than $675 billion in federal funding to states and cities.
During these trying times Boston Mayor Martin Walsh has highlighted the importance of parÂticipating in the National Census, encouraging all city residents to participate.