Wood or bark chip mulch is great around trees, shrubs, perennials, and small fruits. [Figure 4] A wood/bark chip mulch creates a favorable environment for earthworms and soil microorganisms. Over time, this helps reduce soil compaction.
Massachusetts gubernatorial election, 2018. The 2018 Massachusetts gubernatorial election will take place on November 6, 2018, to elect the Governor of Massachusetts. Incumbent Republican Governor Charlie Baker is eligible to run for re-election to a second term in office. No announcement has been made if Governor Charlie Baker will run for a second term.
According to 2014 numbers, Governor Charlie Baker made a salary of $151,800 - the 11th highest of all governors that year. Baker's salary is moderately higher than average for all governors and slightly higher than average for governors from the East. Gubernatorial Average: $132,047.