Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, December 6, 2019 Public invited to 2020 Inaugural Celebration T he City of Malden is pleased to announce that the 2020 Inaugural Ceremonies will take place on Monday, January 6 at 6 p.m. at Malden High School’s Jenkins Auditorium (77 Salem St.). Members of the public are invited to witness Mayor Gary Christenson and City Council and School Committee members as they are sworn into office. There will also be an opportunity to recognize outgoing members who have served the community. The Malden High School Choral Arts Society, the Malden High School Band and Wah Lum Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy will be among the performers at the event. Governor signs “Student Opportunity Act” into law State Senator Jason Lewis (far right), who serves as the Senate Chair of the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Education, recently joined Senate President Karen Spilka, Governor Charlie Baker and others for the signing into law of the Student Opportunity Act. This landmark legislation reforms the state’s school funding formula to ensure that all school districts are adequately and equitably funded, and all students have the resources they need to succeed. (Courtesy Photo) City Council seeks member for Human Rights and Fair Housing Commission T he Malden City Council is reaching out to Malden residents in an effort to fill the “resident member” position on the Human Rights and Fair Housing Commission (the “Commission”). Members of the Commission work to ensure that all residents – regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, sexual preference, familial status, marital status, veteran status, or physical, mental or emotional capacity or disability – are afforded equal opportunity in or access to credit eligibility, employment, housing, education, recreation, public accommodations, public services and licensing, and shall minimize unlawful discrimination by encouraging mutual understanding among all residents. The Commission is comprised of seven individuals with varied backgrounds who have knowledge of existing resources, an understanding of how regional systems function, and who have experience with fair housing and discrimination issues. Three members are appointed by the Mayor and four are appointed by the City Council and include a representative of the Malden Housing Authority, a Malden-based representative of the National Association of Realtors, a representative of the Chamber of Commerce, a representative of a Malden-based disability advocacy organization, a representative of a Malden-based organization providing services to elders, and two resident members, one appointed by the Mayor and one by the City Council. Resident members may serve for one year from date of appointment. Residents interested in applying should contact Patricia Bucciero at pbucciero@cityofmalden.org by December 6, 2019. Candidate is subject to a successful CORI report. Mayor seeks Assistant Harbormaster M Saturday, December 7 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM ayor Gary Christenson is reaching out to Malden residents in an effort to fill the role of Assistant Harbormaster. This position is voluntary and is appointed by the Mayor with the recommendation of the Harbormaster for a term of three years. The Assistant Harbormaster is responsible for providing administrative support and assistance to the Harbormaster. Under the direct supervision of the Harbormaster, he/she will help to address any matter arising from or pertaining to the municipal waterway and waterfront, including, but not limited to, working with the Mayor’s Office, City Council and City Departments on issues relating to the Malden River and assisting with plans and ideas to increase public access. The role requires significant experience in boating, a knowledge of navigation laws and regulations pertaining to docks and harbors, and a familiarity with marine equipment and safety practices. A Merchant Mariner or other credential is preferred. To apply, please complete the online Boards and Commissions Application in full at www.cityofmalden.org/BCApplication. Please also attach your resume. The deadline for accepting applications is Monday, December 9 at noon. If you have any questions, please email kmanninghall@ cityofmalden.org.
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