Here is summary of Phase 3 reopenings which start Monday. ... See MoreSee Less
Gov. Baker just wrapped up his Press Conference;
PHASE 3 starts Monday, July 6
Over 10,000 tests reported yesterday bringing total to 1,075,000 tests completed to date.
261 positive cases reported yesterday, 1.8% positive rate.
752 COVID patients hospitalized and 123 in ICU.
Phase 3 Will begin Monday July 6th
Gyms, Fitness Center, Museums, Casinos, Movie theaters, small guided tours will open under guidelines.
2 Step schedule like Phase 2.
Step 1 of Phase 3 begins Monday
COVID spreads more easily indoor
This phase will last longer than previous phases
Professional sports team are able to hold games without fans.
Weddings and Parties mean keeping bars/dance floors closed.
Updated guidance throughout the phase.
Healthcare guidelines and priorities still in place.
Continue to utilize tele-health. Masshealth extending tele-health benefits
Group treatments and therapeutic day programs will open. Certain Human Service programs including day programs for IDD individuals.
Updated visitor guidelines for congregate care facilities.
Revising guidance on gatherings. Indoor gathering limited to 8 people per 1,000 square feet, but should not include more than 25 people in a single indoor space. Outdoor gathering is limited to 25% of capacity with maximum at 100. Does not include a BBQ or a walk in the park. Does not supersede opening framework.
Effective July 6, Boston effective July 13.
Phase 4 will be triggered by public health data and therapeutics or a vaccine ... See MoreSee Less
Updates on the MBTA's 5-day Flex pass option:
The MBTA is reminding customers of fares initiatives that start today, July 1. The new Five-day Flex Pass on mTicket pilot, which is a bundled fare good for any five days of travel within a thirty-day period, begins today and Youth Pass holders can purchase half-price fares for all Commuter Rail zones also beginning this July.
FIVE-DAY FLEX PASS:
With the understanding that travel patterns are changing and many employers are exploring new ways of working like staggered schedules and telework policies, this new fare product aims to serve Commuter Rail riders whose commutes may change as they return to using the system during the Commonwealth’s reopening phases. This product also comes as part of the MBTA’s Fare Transformation program, which aims to make paying for transit easier and more convenient.
The Five-day Flex Pass Pilot will take place beginning July 1 through September 30 and is available within the mTicket app only. Once purchased within mTicket, the Flex Pass provides five one-day passes that can be used at any time in a thirty-day period. Available for all zones and interzones, the price of a Five-day Flex Pass is a 10% discount when compared to five round-trip tickets.
YOUTH PASS IMPROVEMENTS:
As part of the Five-day Flex Pass pilot, beginning July 1, Youth Pass holders can now purchase half-price fares for all Commuter Rail zones at ticket windows, onboard, and via the mTicket app, which was not previously available to Youth Pass holders. The Youth Pass Program is a partnership between the MBTA and participating cities and towns that offers young adults with low incomes roughly 50% reduced one-way fares or $30 monthly LinkPasses and was previously only available on bus and subway. Other recent Youth Pass updates include approval this past May by the Fiscal and Management Control Board of allowing Youth Pass holders to purchase half-price Zone 1A Commuter Rail tickets. ... See MoreSee Less
The Legislature gave final approval to Chapter 90 roadway funds this week. This is an annual program that reimburses cities and towns for local road and bridge repairs. The apportionment formula is based on road miles, population and employment data. Here is the breakdown for our district:
Pembroke: $565,313
Duxbury: $538,367
Hanson: $321,735
Overall the Chapter 90 program was funded at $200M, which represents level funding over the previous year. ... See MoreSee Less
