THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 26, 2026 Page 7 MSO welcomes 18 new correction officers E ighteen new correction officers formally joined the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office on Friday, May 22, 2026, following the completion of 13 weeks of training. A ceremony honoring the graduates of the 54th Basic Training Academy (BTA) was held at historic Winchester Town Hall. The class was the 20th graduating class of Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian’s 15-year tenure leading the MSO. The graduation featured remarks from 54th BTA President Kyle Manseau and a keynote address by Sheriff Koutoujian. Among the graduates of the 54th BTA were Kelly Jean-Charles and Benjamen Neba of Malden. The recruits’ 13 weeks of training focused on different topics, such as implicit bias, Mental Health First Aid, Cognitive Behavioral Theory (CBT), de-escalation and communication, first responder training and defensive tactics. In addition, all 18 recruits spent time working with veteran members of the MSO team during their on-the-job training at the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction. “Graduations are an incredible celebration of accomplishment – and this class should certainly be proud of what they achieved,” said Sheriff Koutoujian. “But this is just the start of their careers. As they enter this noble profession, they have an incredible opportunity to make a difference in keeping our communities safe. We are 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. Members of the 54th Basic Training Academy pose for a class photo alongside training academy staff, command staff members and Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian (front row center). Mayor seeks 2 resident members for new Transportation Commission M ayor Gary Christenson is reaching out to Malden residents to fill two (2) resident member vacancies on the new Transportation Commission. Membership of the seven (7) member Transportation Commission includes the Police Chief, City Engineer, Parking Director, OSPCD Director, Inspectional Services Director and two resident members. The Commission will work to: 1. promote the safe and efficient use of public spaces through the establishment of policies and practices that encourage multimodal transportation and account for the needs of all Maldonians; 2. establish rules and regulations for the movement of vehicles; 3. approve fees related to parking and permit programs administered by the Parking Department; 4. approve traffic control signage and devices in Malden; 5. prescribe penalties for violations of relevant rules and regulations; 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 proud to welcome them to our Middlesex Sheriff’s Office family and look forward to what’s ahead for them.” Individuals interested in registering for an upcoming correction officer exam may do so by visiting www.middlesexsheriff.org. 6. review and approve requests from the MBTA to modify public travel spaces; and other related duties. Interested applicants should have a background in transportation as it pertains to planning, advocacy, civil engineering and/ or have a strong foundational understanding of transportation-related matters. Resident members are appointed by the Mayor and serve a term of three years. The Commission will meet monthly at City Hall on a day and time to be determined; most likely either late afternoon or early evening for the convenience of residents. Additional meetings may also be scheduled on an as-needed basis. To apply to the Transportation Commission, please complete the online Boards and Commissions Application in full at www. cityofmalden.org/BCApplication. The deadline for accepting applications is Monday, July 6, 2026. Please email kmanninghall@cityofmalden.org about any questions.
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