Maldden alld a Vol. 33, No. 40 den ADD -FREESpecial to Th e Advocate M alden announced it has completed its fi rst ever Climate Action Plan (CAP), with a unanimous endorsement from the Malden City Council. A CAP is a detailed strategic roadmap to reduce emissions, protect neighborhoods from climate impacts and create a sustainable and resilient future for all. Malden’s CAP prioritizes equity and Your Local News & Sports Online. Scan Here! CTE OCAT AT www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday City Council endorses Malden’s Climate Action Plan 617-387-2200 By Steve Freker Pictured from left to right: Lipin Ji, Amanda Treat, Bob Fitzpatrick, Councillor-at-Large Carey McDonald, Mayor Gary Christenson, Sheila Rachels, Sarah Zeiberg, Rebekah McPheeters and Mamadou Balde. (Courtesy photo) climate justice, and it is driven by fi ve key goals: championing good governance, advancing net-zero status in buildings and energy, accelerating sustainable transportation, mitigating heat and fl ooding impacts and enhancing community resilience. “A plan like this is unprecedented in Malden,” says Mayor Gary Christenson. “I am proud of the eff ort that was put into this CAP, and I look forward to working with residents, City departments, City Councillors, and partner organizations to begin the work of implementation.” Background This CAP planning process was initiated in December 2022 and was facilitated by a resident-led steering committee, with the support of consultants CLIMATE | SEE PAGE 7 Malden legislators celebrate $500,000 grant for Devir Park’s Phase 2 improvements Special to Th e Advocate S tate Senator Jason Lewis and State Representatives Paul Donato, Steve Ultrino and Kate Lipper-Garabedian were excited to announce that the City of Malden is receiving a $500,000 Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) grant from the Executive Offi ce of Energy and Environmental Affairs to continue renovations at Devir Park. The PARC grant program is funded by the Massachusetts Legislature. This grant funding will be used for Phase 2 of the Devir Park improvement project, which includes adding a regulation women’s softball fi eld with a new backstop, infi eld, player’s benches and accessible bleachers. In addition, the current soccer fi eld will be updated with improved drainage and a new irrigation system. Phase 1 of the Devir Park improvement project was completed in 2023 and had received state funding through a $400,000 PARC grant and a $250,000 earmark in the state budget secured by the Malden legislators. These improvements included a new playground with a splash pad, a new basketball court, accessible walking paths, new trees and lighting, a water bottle fi ller and upgrades to the entrances, fencing, utilities and parking. GRANT | SEE PAGE 4 On hand to participate in “A Ferryway Farewell” to Karen Roebuck (above, center) on the event of her retirement after 44 years of service, were Malden Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Timothy Sippel (left) and Malden School Committee Vice Chairperson Jennifer Spadafora (right). Ms. Spadafora said: “I was deeply humbled to participate in the Ferryway School community’s heartfelt farewell to Karen Roebuck, a devoted Education Support Professional, upon her retirement. As Malden Public Schools’ fi rst ever paraprofessional/ESP hired in 1980, Karen spent 44 remarkable years nurturing students and fostering lasting relationships with fellow educators. We hope retirement treats her right, but if boredom sets in, a classroom will be awaiting her return!” (Courtesy/Malden School Committee Vice Chair Jennifer Spadafora) or nearly 200 of America’s newest citizens, the energy which burst forth from their F E Friday, October 4, 2024 Nearly 200 become new American citizens in ceremony held in Malden Mayor Christenson is keynote speaker at formal U.S Naturalization exercise held at Malden High School The most important step: New citizens recite the Oath of Allegiance at formal U.S Naturalization exercise at MHS’ Jenkins Auditorium last week. smiles, fueled by happiness, was buttressed by the power of their newfound pride. This pride was CEREMONY | SEE PAGE 14 ~ Excellence in the Malden Public Schools ~ A Ferryway Farewell to Karen Roebuck after 44 years – ‘Malden Public Schools’ first ever paraprofessional/ESP’
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