THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 14, 2025 Page 9 MC honors Veterans Day with special tribute and presentation M alden Catholic commemorated Veterans Day with There is plenty of parking space beside the 105 Salem St. building to accommodate the 12 spaces needed to accompany the 12 units that appear in building plans. (Advocate Photo) Christenson, Ward 4 Councillor Ryan O’Malley, several residents of the immediate neighborhood and several local organizations all sent letters expressing support of the project, with none opposing the proposal received. According to reports, at the October meeting regarding the special permit request, architect Michael Whitmore presented site plans and revised parking and landscaping drawings prepared after city peer review. The proposal would convert the 2,000-square-foot existing building and 10,000-square-foot lot and provide 12 parking spaces and include a van accessible handicapped space, which would satisfy the Malden zoning requirement of one parking space per unit. The site is in the Residential Office zoning district and the proposal creates and increases several preexisting, nonconforming situations on open space, yard setbacks and density. The inclusionary zoning rules require a minimum number of affordable units when eight or more dwelling units are proposed, but VOA Mass proposed 10 affordable units, exceeding the ordinance’s minimum. A compliance letter from the Malden Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development (OSPCD) and a memorandum of understanding (MOA) on affordable unit obligations was also provided at the October meeting. According to reports, the city’s planning staff report recommended approval, provided the board made required findings and listed the following conditions: —Maximum units and bedrooms —Preservation of the affordable-unit obligations —Incorporation landscaping additions —Repair of privacy fencing —Petitioning the traffic commission for a no-parking sign at the planned exit space of the residential facility —Visual and acoustic screening for rooftop mechanicals —Prohibition on permanent dumpsters (trash to be stored in lidded totes in an enclosed area and serviced by a private hauler) —A minimum of eight bicycle parking spaces The Planning Board voted to grant the permit with the expressed conditions. The VOAMASS representatives said occupancy at the 105 Salem St. site would be expected by May 2027 after an approximately 18-month construction period. *** Editor’s Note: What is Volunteers Across America? Founded in 1896, Volunteers Across America is a faith-based nonprofit with programs in 47 states, including Massachusetts, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, serving more than two million people a year. It’s mission: “Volunteers of America, illustrating the presence of God through all that we do, serves people and communities in need and creates opportunities for people to experience the joy of serving others.” The nonprofit’s major source of revenue is government funding through grants and contracts at the federal, state and local levels, as well as private donations and corporate partnerships, such as The Home Depot Foundation. 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As part of the day’s observance, seventh- and eighth-grade students had the distinct honor of witnessing Jared Belliveau ’97, History Teacher and Cross-Country Coach, receive the Legion of Merit. The Legion of Merit is one of the highest U.S. military decorations and is awarded for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. MC is proud to recognize and celebrate the dedication and sacrifice of all who have served our country. Pictured from left to right: MC President John K. Thornburg, awardee Jared Belliveau ’97 and MC Principal Jeffrey P. Smith ’95. (Photo Credit: James Black)
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