THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 6, 2026 Page 3 Malden Democrats Will Caucus Thursday, March 12, 2026 O n Thursday, March 12, the Malden Democratic City Committee will hold its annual caucus to elect delegates to the 2026 Massachusetts Democratic Party Convention. All voters registered as Democrats in Malden are eligible to vote in their ward’s caucus and to become delegates. All Malden wards will caucus at 7:00pm on March 12 at St. Paul’s Parish, 27 Washington Street in Malden. Doors will open at 6:30pm and close at 7:15pm for sign in. When participants arrive, they will be directed to sign in at their ward’s table. Voter registration will be available. There is ample parking in the area. The event is fully accessible. This year at the caucus, we expect to be joined by Mass Dems Chair Steve Kerrigan as well as many candidates and elected officials. Caucusing with one’s ward is a good way to meet other Democrats in the city and to learn more about the Democratic Party, issues, and candidates for office. This year’s Massachusetts Democratic Convention is a nominating convention for statewide offices and will be held in Worcester from Friday, May 29 through Saturday, May 30, 2026. For more information about the Massachusetts Democratic Party, the caucus process, and the convention, visit massdems. org. For more information about the Malden Democratic City Committee, contact Amanda Smith, Vice Chair, at abs0628@ gmail.com. State Rep. Donato’s Response to Letter to the Editor I n last week’s edition of The Malden Advocate, a letter was written to the editor by a reader relative to the Proposition 2 ½ Override. This letter suggestTRASH | FROM PAGE 1 • Trash bags are placed inside a lidded barrel • The barrel lid is securely closed • The barrel has a valid trash tag affixed, or approved blue PAYT bags are used • After the 60-day education period, violations may result in fines. City officials appreciate your cooperation as we work together to maintain clean, safe and sanitary neighborhoods throughout Malden. Residential Trash and Recycling Overview Summary —Weekly trash & recycling pickup is provided for residential dwellings with six units or less; more than six units or commercial properties must establish private pickup. —All qualifying residences Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/ Advocate.news.ma ed that I was not in favor of the override. I want my position on this matter to be clear. I never indicated to this individual that I am not in favor. I believe this are eligible for one free city-issued barrel for trash and one for recycling. —All recycling is done on a “single stream” basis; there is no need to separate materials. —Residents may use any covered barrel for additional recycling materials. —Per city ordinances, trash MUST be contained within a lidded barrel with the lid completequestion should be decided by the voters of Malden. Thank you, State Representative Paul Donato ly closed. Failure to do so may result in a fine. Trash must be placed as follows: —In a blue Pay as You Throw bag, which may be placed in any lidded barrel, OR —In any household bag in a City issued barrel with a CURRENT year trash sticker —Trash must be curbside by 7 a.m. on the day of pickup. ~ Letter-to-the-Editor ~ City Councillor Sets Record Straight on Override Vote Dear Editor, I would like to set the record straight to my constituents and the voters of Malden. I did vote in favor along with my city council colleagues to hold a special election proposing a Proposition 21/2 Override. I did so because I felt the voters had a right to be able to choose for themselves if they supported or opposed an override. However, I want to make it perfectly clear that I personally do not support an override at this time and will be voting no on both ballot questions come March 31st. There are a number of reasons why I am not in favor of an override. The main reason is the timing. I do not feel enough due diligence has been done prior to asking for an override to seek pro-active ways to cut expenses within the city without the potential threat of cutting essential services. At this time, I believe a proposition override will have long term detrimental effects on all our residents. Let’s take the time to get it right before asking our residents to dig deeper into their pockets and help Keep Malden Affordable for all. Sincerely, Chris Simonelli Councilor Ward 7 PLEASANT ST. TAX 175 Pleasant Street, Malden Specializing in Personal Income Tax Preparation Starting at $90. Call: (781) 324-6195
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