Page 4 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 7, 2022 Minimum wage set to increase as result of 2018 law negotiated by Sen. Lewis and Rep. Brodeur A s a result of the 2018 landmark labor rights law known as the Grand Bargain, the minimum wage in Massachusetts is set to increase to $14.25 per hour on January 1. The minimum wage will increase again, reaching $15 per hour on January 1, 2023. The Grand Bargain law was negotiated by State Senator Jason Lewis and State Representative Paul Brodeur (now the Mayor of Melrose), who served as co-chairs of the legislature’s Labor and Workforce Development committee. They worked closely with stakeholders representing labor and the business community in the Commonwealth to negotiate and pass this important legislation. “I’m proud to have helped lead the eff ort along with Representative Brodeur to pass legislation in 2018 that continues to improve the lives of hundreds of thousands of Bay State residents,” said Senator Lewis. “Increasing the minimum wage to ANGELO’S FULL SERVICE Regular Unleaded $3.239 MidUnleaded $3.299 Super $3.419 Diesel Fuel $3.379 "43 Years of Excellence!" 1978-2021 KERO $4.81 DEF $3.49 9 Diesel $3.099 9 HEATING OIL 24-Hour Burner Service Call for Current Price! (125—gallon minimum) DEF Available by Pump! Open an account and order online at: www.angelosoil.com (781) 231-3500 (781) 231-3003 367 LINCOLN AVE • SAUGUS • OPEN 7 DAYS Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 T $15 per hour is helping us tackle income inequality in Massachusetts, and make our economy stronger and more fair and just.” “The Grand Bargain is an excellent example of individuals working together for the betterment of the people,” said Brodeur. “Democrats and Republicans, House and Senate members, and the business and labor community came together and forged a workable compromise on a set of complex issues. The fi nal bill received bipartisan support in the legislature and was signed into law by Governor Baker. The wage increase will occur amidst a surge of infl ation, helping one million workers in the Commonwealth and their families meet their basic needs.” In addition to raising the minimum wage, the Grand Bargain law also created a new universal paid family and medical leave program in Massachusetts. This program entitles most workers to take up to 12 weeks of job-protected, paid leave to care for a new baby or sick family member, and up to 20 weeks of job-protected, paid leave to recover from one’s own serious illness or injury. Increases in the minimum Jason Lewis State Senator wage have been shown to stimulate consumer spending, improve worker productivity and reduce employee turnover. Malden Police Dept. receives $95K grant for body cams By Christopher Roberson he Malden Police Department recently received $95,024 from the state to purchase body cameras for its offi cers. “Every day, Malden Police offi cers respond to a variety of situations and circumstances that require a vast array of knowledge, skills and resources,” said Police Chief Kevin Molis. “The use of body cameras will document the great and oftentimes heroic work that our officers perform on a regular basis in a way that is lasting and transparent. I can also say with great confi dence that it will reveal how fortunate the people of Malden are to be served by our offi cers in a city that truly cares not only in words but in its actions.” In addition, bringing body cameras to Malden has been a priority for Mayor Gary Christenson. “Body worn cameras are a crucial step forward as we continue to build on our Police Department’s commitment to increase transparency and enhance public safety,” he said. The allocation is part of a $4 million push from the Baker-Polito Administration, which distributed funding for body cameras to 64 police departments across the state. The grants are the fi rst wave in an even larger $20 million capital grant program which will fund the purchase of 9,000 body cameras during the next fi ve years. “We are glad to provide communities with these resources for body-worn camera programs, because they improve public safety, strengthen community-police relations, and enhance the values of transparency and accountability,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “This technology off ers municipalities a valuable tool in support of municipal police in their eff orts to ensure public safety and transparency in their communities.” According to a recent poll from the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association, 75 percent of police departments are interested in having body cameras. However, only 10 percent of municipal police departments have them. “The Administration is pleased to partner with local law enforcement agencies to provide the resources and technology needed to improve public safety and nurture strong relationships with the communities they serve,” said Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito. A trusted family name combined with exceptional craftsmanship & professionalism. Call for a consultation & quote. 63 Years! • Vinyl Siding • Carpentry Work • Decks • Roofing • Replacement Windows • Free Estimates • Fully Licensed • Fully Insured Prices subject to change Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! FLEET
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