Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 11, 2022 Advertise in The Advocate 617-387-2200 Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lein * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net SABATINO INSURANCE AGENCY Call for a Quote 617-387-7466 Or email Rocco@sabatino-ins.com We cover: * Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available ~ Letter to the Editor ~ In favor of natural grass at Roosevelt Park Dear Malden Public Schools http://www.sabatino-ins.com SABATINO 564 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-7466 Hours of Operation are: Mondays - Fridays 9am to 5pm Saturdays by appointment only Committee Members, As you may be aware, the City of Malden is planning on removing the grass on Roosevelt Park to install an artificial (plastic grass field). There are several important reasons why we feel the Malden School Committee is obligated to voice their concerns to City of Malden leadership about this project. First, plastic grass poses unknown health dangers to children. There are numerous studies stating that exposure to plastic grass, the chemical substances it contains, and the eff ects from heat island exposure, created by these fields, are dangerous to young children and their developing endocrine systems. These fi elds and the materials they are made of are unregulated. Second, the project itself is in complete opposition to the protocols of environmental justice (EJ). There was no notifi cation or inclusion of the primary stakeholders during the design and planning stages unlike the extensive outreach and community involvement in the planning of 3 other park renovations. Voices of opposition from the community, students, their families, and the voices of the surrounding neighborhood have been discounted, and silenced in some instances, throughout this process. The Environmental Justice neighborhood and the Salemwood School Community are predominantly English Language learners, people of color and categorized as economically disadvantaged. It is not enough for our leaders to talk about a commitment to environmental, climate and social justice issues. We must act on those ideals. Environmental Justice, according to the EPA means: People have an opportunity to participate in decisions about activities that may aff ect their environment and/or health; The third reason is the MA Curriculum Science Standards require educators to teach students about the Earth and the Impact of Human Activity as related to rising global temperatures and preserving our natural environment. And fourth, studies on children’s health state that exposure to natural green environments improve the physical and mental health of children and contributes to their overall well-being. In summary, we implore you to use your leadership to protect the students at the Salemwood School by ensuring the toxins presently in the soil at Roosevelt Park are properly cleaned up and a natural grass surface is used to renovate this park. Please keep in mind that the children at the Salemwood PARK | SEE PAGE 4 Annual Malden Half + 5 Mile kicks off busy season of outdoor events T he return of the Malden Half Marathon and 5-Mile Race on Sunday, March 13, is just the beginning of a jam-packed spring and summer season. Mayor Gary Christenson recently announced a lineup of events to keep everyone busy until it’s time to go back to school in the fall. • May: There will be the Multi-Cultural Festival at the Malden High School Courtyard on May 20. Organized by the Board of Health, the event will celebrate cultures around the world and will feature musical and dance performances, food and a fashion show. On May 21 there will be a Maplewood Festival organized by Councillors Stephen Winslow and Barbara Murphy. On May 22 the Wounded Warrior Veterans Ride will again proceed through the city and end with an outdoor celebration at Anthony’s. • June: The Summer Festivals will return by popular demand. On June 4 from 12-4 p.m., Malden Center will be once again transformed into an open-air street fair and stage area featuring live music, gaming challenges, specialty food markets, artist’s stations, cultural performances and much more. (The two other dates for the Summer Festivals will be July 16 and August 13 from 12-4 p.m.). On June 25, the much-anticipated Phantom Gourmet Food Festival will take place in Malden Center. This is an age 21-plus ticketed event that will be held on Pleasant and Exchange Streets. With 8,000 residents expected to attend, this will be one of the largest events in Malden’s history. Stay tuned for more announcements that will make Malden the place to be in 2022.
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