THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 2, 2026 Page 5 2026 Wreaths Across America (WAA) on Sat., Dec. 19 Remember, Honor and Teach F orest Dale Cemetery, Malden is honored again this year to join for our 2nd year with cemeteries across the country to be an official location for 2026 Wreaths Across America (WAA) on Saturday, December 19. Wreaths Across America started as a simple gesture of thanks that SCOOTERS | FROM PAGE 1 teens have died in traffic accidents. Here in Malden, many incidents of teens, young adults and others being injured in collisions and other crashes between what is now being termed “micromobility devices” have happened all across the city. A Malden Fire Department official said this week that “we get calls every day involving incidents and injuries [with those devices about] mostly kids and mostly without helmets.” A lot of the incidents occur on or near the Northern Strand Community Trail, which goes through most of the city. Riders run through posted “Stop” signs and either collide with motor vehicles “or end up on the windshields.” Nationwide, just the documented injuries have skyrocketed a whopping 641 percent, has grown into a national movement of dedicated volunteers and communities coming together to not only REMEMBER the nation’s fallen and HONOR their service, but to TEACH the next generation about the value of freedom. This year, there will be almost 5,000 participating locations placsince just 2022. On a resolution by Councillor Winslow and seconded by Ward 7 Councillor Chris Simonelli, the members unanimously voted to form a working group to address concerns over the unchecked nature of those who misuse these devices. “We are really concerned about this,” Councillor Luong said. “If we do nothing, it will get worse.” “Parents and grandparents are very fearful about this issue,” Councillor Winslow said. “Here locally, statewide and nationally, ERs [hospital emergency rooms] are treating kids for very serious injuries. Some of these victims are being injured as if they were involved in a motorcycle accident.” All of the Councillors said they were looking forward to the passage of the RIDE SAFE Act, which originated with Governor Maura Healey and now awaits final passage by the state legislature. ing Veterans’ wreaths on National Wreaths Across America Day – the third Saturday in December. The goal for FOREST DALE is to place 200 sponsored Veterans’ wreaths in designated Veteran areas throughout the cemetery; to ensure that the individuals who served to protect our The legislation, which is set for passage, puts groups of motorized micromobility devices into tiers based on their top designed speed: • Low-Speed (Up to 20 mph): Follows standard bicycle and bike lane rules, with a mandatory helmet requirement for riders under age 16. • Mid-Speed (21–30 mph): Permitted in bike lanes, but operators must be at least 16 years old and wear helmets regardless of age. • High-Speed (30+ mph): Banned from bike lanes and multi-use paths. Operation requires a minimum age of 16, vehicle registration and insurance. • Safety & Equipment: Mandates functional braking systems, lights and reflectors across device types, and prohibits post-purchase modifications that artificially increase a device’s speed limit. • Data Collection: Improves freedoms are never forgotten and to bring the community together in patriotic commemoration. www.wreathsacrossamerica.org Website To sponsor wreaths @Forest Dale www.wreathsacrossamerice.org/ MAFDCM (each wreath is $17) non-motor-vehicle crash reporting to better track micromobility injuries and guide future infrastructure design. Status: The bill was filed in May 2026 following recommendations from the statewide Special Commission on Micromobility. It was referred to the Joint Committee on Transportation for hearings and later accompanied Bringing Wreaths Across America to Forest Dale Cemetery is a reminder that honoring our Veterans is a commitment to never forget their sacrifices and to show our gratitude and respect. We would love to have you join us. www.wreathsacrossamerica.org a study order in July 2026, meaning lawmakers are continuing to evaluate the framework for future legislative sessions. “We have regulations on the [municipal] books that govern electronic vehicles, but they have to be updated and this state legislation will better define how we handle it,” Councillor Winslow said. Lawrence A. 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