Page 16 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 16, 2025 Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (MVRCS) Invitation to Bid for Lower School Gymnasium to be built at 31 Granite Street in Malden, MA General Bid Deadline 6/20/2025 1:00 PM Sub Bid Deadline: 6/11/2025 1:00 PM Description: School is seeking bids for a lower school gymnasium to be built at 31 Granite Street, Malden, MA. Plans and specifications will be available on May 21st by requesting from Al Carrier (MVRCS Project Manager) by email to al@carrier-associates.com. A site walk through is scheduled for 11:00am on Tuesday 6/3/25 at 31 Granite Street, Malden, MA. This is a prevailing wage project. Any bid (filed sub or general contract require a valid DCAMM certificate) Sub Bid Categories: Plumbing, Electrical, Masonry, Misc. Metals, Waterproofing, Carpet Resilient Flooring, Painting and Wall Covering, Fire Protection and HVAC Bids are to be delivered to: Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, 4 Laurel Street, Malden, MA 02148 Attn.: Rick Veilleux 781 388-0222 x2005, rveilleux@mvrcs.org May 16, 2025 City of Malden Community Preservation Committee Monthly Meeting and Public Information Session Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 6:00 PM CPC Monthly Meeting and Public Information Session Hybrid City Hall Room #105 (in-person), Live streamed via Teams (virtual) On March 28, 2025, Governor Maura Healey signed legislation extending certain COVID-19 relief measures including extending remote meetings for public bodies. The same provisions which permitted public bodies to meet remotely, or convene in a hybrid manner, have been extended through June 30, 2027. This extension allows public bodies to continue to meet remotely or to meet in a hybrid manner, without a quorum of the public body physically present at a meeting location. The law requires that a public body provide “adequate, alternative” access to remote meetings. This meeting will be broadcast to the public and recorded via Teams. Additional information/guidelines for the public can be found here: https://www. mass.gov/service-details/updated-guidance-on-holding-meetings-pursuantto-the-act-extending-certain-covid-19-measures. Members of the public who wish to attend remotely can do so using the link to the Teams webinar: https://shorturl.at/oOCYC If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Maria Luise, ADA Compliance Coordinator at mluise@cityofmalden.org or 781-397-7000, Ext 2005 Agenda 1. Call to order/ Roll call 2. Public Information Session 3. Approval of meeting minutes from March 19, 2025 4. CPC Plan Update 5. Project status updates 6. Trafton Park MOU extension 7. Other business 8. Adjournment of CPC Monthly Meeting May 09, 16, 2025 BHRC | FROM PAGE20 are being attacked,” continued Montano. “As such, it is important now more than ever to give these documented populations a voice. This country was founded by immigrants and is rich in cultural diversity because of it.” ALLOW 16-AND 17-YEAR OLDS TO VOTE IN LOCAL ELECTIONS (H 813) – Another proposal heard by the Election Laws Committee would allow 16and 17-year-olds who are U.S citizens to vote in city and town elections. It also allows them to vote in any presidential primary if the political party for which a presidential primary is held consents to the participation of 16- and 17-year-olds. Sponsor Rep. Mike Connolly (D-Cambridge) said that 16- and 17-year-olds can drive, work local jobs and pay taxes, and have a stake in our education and public safety systems. He noted that when this group votes, there will be a "trickle up" effect on civic participation. “When 16- and 17-year-olds engage in civics, conversations about politics and local issues are brought to the dinner table,” said Connolly. “Parents and family members are engaged in civic life through the 16- and 17-year-olds in their household, with a positive impact on voter turnout for people of all ages. Letting 16- and 17-year-olds vote in presidential primaries gives them a real stake in shaping the future leaders who will make decisions that directly affect their lives for years to come.” OPEN CALL TO DESIGN THE STATE FLAG, SEAL AND MOTTO - The Massachusetts Seal, Flag and Motto Advisory Commission, established by the Legislature in 2024, launched an open call to artists, historians, educators, students and members of the public to participate in the effort to redesign the state’s flag, seal and motto. "This is an exciting moment for Massachusetts,” said Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler. “As we open the call for public submissions, we are inviting everyone across the commonwealth to help reimagine the symbols that tell our story. Our seal, flag and motto should reflect not just our history, but the vibrant, diverse community we are today – and the future we are building together. I can't wait to see the creativity, ideas, and sense of belonging that people across Massachusetts will bring to this process." “We invite everyone, including artists, designers, culture bearers and community members, to contribute ideas that reflect who we are and who we strive to be,” said Kate Fox, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism and co-chair of the Advisory Commission. “It’s an opportunity to ensure that every community sees itself in our story.” The Advisory Commission said it is seeking potential design elements that might include nature-based symbols native to Massachusetts, such as the right whale, a critically endangered species for which Bay State waters serve as a vital habitat, the eastern white pine or elm tree, and cranberries. Other potential design elements may include the geographic shape of Massachusetts and coastline imagery that reflects the state’s historical connection to the Atlantic Ocean and maritime industries. These examples are not intended to limit potential submissions. The Commission encourages and welcomes a broad range of designs that capture the full creativity of our citizens. The deadline for submission is June 18. For more information and to submit your ideas, go to mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-seal-flag-and-motto-advisory-commission QUOTABLE QUOTES “The clean energy economy is growing fast and we need to make sure people across Massachusetts can take part in that growth. Today’s summit shows how powerful local collaboration can be. Together, we’re building training pathways that are not only relevant and responsive but also rooted in the needs and aspirations of our communities.” ---Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll on the Healey-Driscoll Administration awarding more than $7.3 million in grants to enhance workforce development in climatetech. “Massachusetts isn't just the best state to go to school or start your career – it’s also the best state to retire and live your happiest, healthiest life. But we know that far too many of our older residents are facing challenges, especially with affordability, housing and health care. To help ensure older adults in Massachusetts can live longer, healthier lives on their own terms, we are taking steps to make Massachusetts even more age- and dementia-friendly.” ---Gov. Maura Healey signing an executive order and releasing a new age-friendly state plan which will outline improved ways for Massachusetts agencies to serve older adults, following feedback gathered from across the state. “When pharmacies offer discounted drug pricing to its customers, they must also charge MassHealth that same low price. At a time when costs are sky-high, our taxpayers should not have to foot the bill for pharmacies’ inaccurate price reporting.” ---Attorney General Andrea Campbell filing a lawsuit against CVS Pharmacy for charging MassHealth, the state’s Medicaid program, higher prices than they offered to the public for the same drugs. “In the nationwide race to 100 percent clean and renewable energy, Massachusetts is running with the pack. Now it’s time to take the lead. Power from the sun and wind doesn’t pollute, never runs out and shows up for free. Renewable energy is an idea whose time has come.” BHRC | SEE PAGE 20
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