THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 1, 2024 Page 13 Malden celebrates installation of first Pocket Forest T he City of Malden proudly announced the installation of its fi rst-ever pocket forest – an innovative urban green space aimed at increasing biodiversity and promoting sustainability – on Goodwin Avenue. This project was made possible through a Mass. Executive Offi ce of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) grant from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation. Malden’s pocket forest is the fi rst in the state utilizing this grant. Mayor Gary Christenson, State Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian, Ward 5 Councillor Ari Taylor and Cemetery Director/Tree Warden Chris Rosa along with other elected offi - cials celebrated the beautiful addition to Ward 5. The idea originated from resident Ashley Kolodziej, who was looking for a way to beautify a small piece of city-owned land abutting her property and bring neighbors together. Residents Ashley Kolodziej, Jessica Fujimori and Lauren Albert assisted in the efforts, which included Councillor Taylor’s facilitating multiple community meetings over several months and working with Tree Warden Chris Rosa to bring this project to life. The pocket forest is part of Pictured from left to right: Front row: Councillor-at-Large Carey McDonald (fourth from left), Ward 8 School Committee member Sharyn Rose-Zeiberg, State Representative Kate LipperGarabedian, Tree Warden Chris Rosa, Mayor Gary Christenson, Ward 5 Councillor Ari Taylor, Councillor-at-Large Karen Colón Hayes and Ward 3 Councillor Amanda Linehan and former Ward 5 Councillor Barbara Murphy. (Courtesy photo) Malden’s broader eff ort to expand green spaces, improve urban sustainability and engage residents in environmental stewardship. SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
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