THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, December 23, 2022 Page 3 Malden Legislative Delegation announces over $22K state grant to purchase safety equipment for the Malden Fire Dept. S tate Senator Jason Lewis and State Representatives Steven Ultrino, Kate Lipper-Garabedian and Paul Donato are pleased to announce that the Malden Fire Department will be receiving $22,809.51 to purchase new safety equipment to protect their firefighters through the FY23 Firefi ghter Safety Equipment Grant Program. Fire departments across Massachusetts can use this program to purchase 121 different types of eligible equipment, including ballistic protective clothing, thermal protective clothing, gear washers and dryers, thermal imaging cameras, assorted hand tools and extrication equipment, communications resources, hazardous gas meters and fi tness equipment, and more. This is the third year of a fi ve-year grant program to support fi refi ghter safety now and in the coming years. “Our brave fi refi ghters risk the health hazards posed by smoke and other fire byproducts to keep us safe. We owe it to our fi rst responders to provide them the equipment they need to stay safe and healthy,” said Senator Lewis. “I’m pleased that this state grant will support the Malden Fire Department and help keep our community and fi refi ghters protected.” “These grant funds will provide new equipment to our Malden Firefighters. Making sure that our emergency services have access to the best tools to keep both them and us safe has always been a top priority of mine,” said Representative Donato. “I’m proud to have worked with my colleagues on securing this funding.” “I was pleased to see this funding awarded to the Malden Fire Department,” said Representative Lipper-Garabedian. “It is of high importance that the men and women who work to protect us are themselves protected, and these funds will function to that end, allowing the purchase of impactful safety equipment.” “Our fi refi ghters dedicate their lives to the protection of our community, and we must ensure they have the best equipment and tools to continue keeping Malden safe,” said Representative Ultrino. “This funding will be used to upgrade equipment and purchase new protective gear and essential 10% Off Senior Discount! SNOW BLOWER SALES, SERVICE & REPAIRS Pickup/Delivery Available 1039 BROADWAY, REVERE WWW.BIKERSOUTFITTER.COM AUTOTECH Jason Lewis State Senator Steven Ultrino State Representative DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! Cold Hard Cash for Your Vehicle! RIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT $$ CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! $$ Get your vehicle Winter Ready! We Offer A Complete Safety Check! • Coolant Special with Oil Change • Top Off All Fluids Gt hil Wit Rd • Synthetic Blend Oil Change Only $79.95 2005 JAGUAR S-TYPE Loaded with Paul Donato State Representative tools to help our fi refi ghters better serve and protect our community. Congratulations to the Malden Fire Department for receiving this grant for a third year!” “On behalf of the Malden Fire Department and the residents Kate Lipper-Garabedian State Representative of Malden, I would like to thank all of those involved in making this grant possible,” said Fire Chief Bill Sullivan. “This will enhance the safety of all Malden Firefi ghters while improving the level of service we provide to our community.” Power Options, Excellent Condition, Clean Title, Only 92K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! $5,995 Easy Financing Available! (Most vehicles) 2013 KIA SOUL Loaded with Power Options, Sun Roof, Heated Seats, Remote Starter, Clean Title, Only 86K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! $8,450 (781) 321-8841 • (617) 571-9869 1236 EasternAve • Malden EddiesAutotech.com Vehicle! We Pay Cash For Your
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