Page 4 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 23, 2021 Local legislators and Middlesex Fells Caucus secure state funding for Fells improvements S 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. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 tate Senator Jason Lewis, State Representative Paul Donato and members of the state legislature’s Middlesex Fells Legislative Caucus successfully advocated for a $75,000 earmark for the Friends of the Fells as part of the Fiscal Year 2022 state budget. This funding will support conservation efforts that protect and enhance the habitats of the Middlesex Fells Reservation. Lewis and Donato serve as www.eight10barandgrille.com We Have Reopened for Dine-In and Outside Seating every day beginning at 4 PM the co-chairs of the Middlesex Fells Legislative Caucus, which was formed earlier this year. The other members of the Caucus include State Senators Brendan Crighton and Pat Jehlen and State Representatives Christine Barber, Michael Day, Sean Garballey, Kate Lipper-Garabedian and Steven Ultrino. The goal of the Caucus is to advocate for funding and policies that promote conservation and provide sustainable recreational opportunities for all to enjoy the Middlesex Fells. The Caucus will be working closely with the Department of Conservation & Recreation, which manages the Fells, as well as the Friends of the Middlesex Fells Reservation and other stakeholder groups. The Caucus was also successful in creating a new Middlesex Fells Reservation Trust Fund. This Fund will be able to accept both public funding and private donations that advance recreational, educational and conservation Jason Lewis State Senator efforts, and support infrastructure improvements for the Middlesex Fells Reservation. “The Middlesex Fells Reservation is a wonderful resource available to our communities, which even more people have discovered during the pandemic,” said Lewis. “I’m thrilled that we were able to secure this funding in the state budget to support the vital work that the Friends of the Fells does to promote conservation, recreation and education for all in the Middlesex Fells.” “As co-chair of the Fells Caucus, I take great pleasure in the securing of important funding for Friends of the Fells as well as the Middlesex Fells Trust Fund,” said Donato. “It is our duty to protect the beautiful nature that is all around us in the Commonwealth. Nobody knows that better than the Friends of the Middlesex Fells as they tackle imPaul Donato State Representative portant conservation initiatives such as reducing rogue trails, managing invasive weeds, and so much more. It is my honor to support them, and it is all of our responsibilities to protect the nature that surrounds us here in Massachusetts.” “The Middlesex Fells is one of the Commonwealth’s favorite nature spaces, and has proven to be essential natural infrastructure during the pandemic, providing a safe space to get outside, get active, and access the mental health benefits nature provides,” said Friends of the Middlesex Fells Reservation Executive Director Chris Redfern. “This funding allocation to the Friends of the Middlesex Fells’ Sustainable Fells Campaign will strengthen our ability to care for the nature of the Fells and make sure it is a safe and welcoming space for everyone.” WE'RE OPEN! 8 Norwood Street, Everett (617) 387-9810 Jefferson Apartment Group announces retail openings at J Center STAY SAFE! Mixed-use development continues to stand out as desirable retail destination J efferson Apartment Group (JAG), a leading multifamily apartments developer and mixed-use real estate firm for the East Coast, recently announced two new retailers at J Malden Center. French-Asian bakery café franchise Tous les Jours and Korean restaurant bb.q Chicken are two culturally significant, distinctive businesses for Malden’s new gateway retail district. “These two new businesses are the perfect addition to the retail mix at J Malden Center,” said JAG Senior VP/Development Partner Sandi Silk. “Tous Les Jours opened late last month, bringing a long-awaited bakery and coffee experience to Malden Center and bb.q will add to the increasingly diverse range of restaurant offerings. Both purveyors will enhance the streetscape and create a welcoming front door to Malden Center. Both operators committed to their projects and executed leases during the pandemic, and we are thrilled that the promise of J Malden Center as a catalyst for the re-invigoration of Malden’s retail district is coming to fruition. These are very positive signs of good things to come, post-COVID.” Tous les Jours opened in late June and offers a variety of cakes, cookies, breads and beverages. bb.q Chicken, a premier destination for Korean fried chicken, is anticipated to open in the winter of 2022. JAG also announced the reopening of OPENINGS | SEE PAGE 7
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