- (1) 205 CMR 153.00 shall govern the manner in which the Commission exercises its authority established pursuant to M.G.L. 23K, § 61 to administer the Community Mitigation Fund and expend funds to assist the host and surrounding communities, or any other communities or entities identified in M.G.L. 23K, § 61, in offsetting costs related to the construction and operation of the gaming establishments.