THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 13, 2026 Page 9 SENATE | FROM PAGE 1 of inadequate state funding for public education in our district and across the Commonwealth. There have been various attempts to address the failings of Chapter 70, which funds education, including the Student Opportunities Act and the Fair Share Amendment (the “Millionaires Tax”). While well-meaning, these changes have not resolved the underlying dysfunction of the basic foundation education formula, and in some respects have exacerbated inequities when applied to the broken foundation formula. I approach the issue of public education funding, not only as a local official, but also as a former Malden Public School student who received Title I early reading intervention. Adequate resources and dedicated elementary and secondary school teachers provided me with the tools to succeed and allowed me to recently graduate from Boston College Law School. I understand firsthand the importance of adequate funding and support for students in need, whether that be with special education, ELL, or for students with trauma. In addition to being a fierce advocate for education funding reform, I will also fight to bring accountability and transparency to Beacon Hill.Every public body board and commission across the Commonwealth has to follow the Open Meeting and Public Records Laws. These laws also apply to Youth Councils, which are made up of children and young adults. If our children have to follow the Open Meeting and Public Records Laws, then so should our state legislators. It is a stain on the reputation of Massachusetts, which is traditionally considered a leader in the nation, that our legislators have exempted themselves from these basic good governance laws. As your next state senator, I promise to compel compliance with these laws and the law overwhelmingly passed to audit the legislature. We are living in a perilous time for our nation, and we can no longer take it for granted that the government will follow the law. That is why we need bold local and state leaders who are willing to follow the law and the lawful will of the people. To learn more about me and my positions, please go to OMALLEYSENATE.COM or connect with me on Facebook and Instagram @OMALLEYSENATE to stay updated on the campaign. Over the next few months, I look forward to LEGAL NOTICE CONTRACT 2026-H-1 2026 ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM MALDEN, MASSACHUSETTS INVITATION TO BID THE CITY OF MALDEN invites sealed bids for Contract 2026-H-1 of its 2026 Roadway Improvements Program. Bids will be received at the office of the Malden Engineering Department, 215 Pleasant Street, 3rd Floor – Room 340, Malden, MA 02148, until 1:30 PM local time on April 2, 2026 and at that place and time will be publicly opened and read aloud. In general, the work of this contract shall consist of the reconstruction of 6 streets, or portions thereof, in various locations totaling approximately 3,197 linear feet. The work includes reclamation of existing roadway pavements, excavation of existing pavements by cold planer, adjustment of utility structures, the construction of new roadway pavements, setting and resetting of granite curb, construction and reconstruction of cement concrete sidewalks, driveways and wheelchair ramps, and related appurtenant and incidental work. All bidders must be prequalified by Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) in accordance with 700 CMR 14.00 Prequalification of Contractors and Subcontractors. The contract will only be awarded to a MassDOT prequalified contractor. MassDOT has determined the Class of Work for this project as Highway-Construction with an estimated value of $1,323,692.20. Contract Documents will become available March 19, 2026 and may be examined and/or obtained at the office of the Malden Engineering Department, 215 Pleasant Street, 3rd Floor – Room 340, Malden, MA 02148, Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. City offices are closed on Fridays. A deposit in the form of a check payable to the “City of Malden, Massachusetts” in the amount of $50.00 will be required for each set of the Contract Documents. A refund of the deposit will be made for Contract Documents returned in good condition within 4 weeks after bids are received. Bidder’s requesting Contract Documents by mail shall include an additional non-refundable check payable to “IMEG” in the amount of $40.00 per set to cover handling and mailing costs. The bids shall be prepared and submitted in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. Steps Stoops Rebuilt or Repaired Chimney Rebuilt or Repaired House Foundation Leaks Repaired All Basement Repairs Walkways, Driveways & Patios Installed Chimney Inspection Roofing & Siding Installed Masonry Repairs Window Installation & Repairs Drywall & Carpentry Waterproofing Bids must be accompanied by a bid security, satisfactory to the City, in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid. The bid security shall be in the form of a bid bond issued by a company licensed to do business in the Commonwealth; or a certified, treasurer’s or cashier’s check, issued by a responsible bank or trust company, payable to the “City of Malden, Massachusetts”. Cash deposits will not be accepted. A Performance Bond and a Labor and Materials Payment Bond in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the bid will be required of the successful bidder. Contracts for work under this Proposal will obligate the Contractor and Subcontractors to comply with applicable Federal, State and local provisions regarding prevailing wage rates, insurances, labor, equal employment opportunity, anti-discrimination and affirmative action. Bids may be held by the City of Malden for a period not to exceed sixty (60) calendar days from the date of the opening of bids for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the qualifications of bidders, prior to awarding the Contract. The City of Malden reserves the right to waive any informalities or to reject any or all bids received if deemed to be in their best interest. CITY OF MALDEN BY Yem Lip, P.E. City Engineer Malden Engineering Department March 13, 2026 earning your support and vote on September 1, 2026, to be your next State Senator for the Fifth Middlesex District. Humbly, Ryan O’Malley Candidate for State Senate, Fifth Middlesex LEGAL NOTICE
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