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 Mayor Christenson's Blog
Dear Malden Residents,
We are now open for business! The City Council passed my proposed budget four days before the new fiscal year began on July 1. The budget grew 1 percent outside of the School Department and it contains restructuring, consolidation, and priorities, including a heavy emphasis on our youth. Best of all, we did not use any of our reserves which today stand at $5.3M. To view the budget, please click here. I would like to thank everyone involved in helping us through the annual budget process in particular City Controller Charles Ranaghan, Human Resources Director Eleanor Cushing, Online Services and Communications Director Ron Cochran, and Human Resources Generalist Melissa Smith.
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Malden Summer Concert Series
 The City of Malden Summer Concert Series, sponsored by the Office of Mayor Gary Christenson and State Senator Katherine Clark kicks off on Thursday, July 19th from 6 - 8 PM on City Hall Plaza with Malden's own "Keep it Real Band". More details on the concert series to follow! |
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Dine in Malden, Taste the World
 Malden is one of the most diverse cities in the state and our dining destinations certainly reflect that. Take a look at all the restaurants Malden has to offer. Sri-Lankan, Ethiopian, Vietnamese, Italian, Irish, Chinese, Moroccan and so much more are represented. Click here and start exploring our culinary culture! |
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Food by the Truckload
 Our food truck scene is getting more exciting each week. As it stands now, we have at least one food truck set up next to City Hall on Commercial Street, across from the Malden Center Orange Line station Monday - Friday after 3 PM. Our trucks are "Go Fish" aka Brother Trucker who has anchored the bunch followed by Sri-Lankan food by the folks at S & S Market Biryani Park and last but not least, deserts by Cupcake City. Stay tuned for updates as we look to add even more trucks to the lineup. |
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Farmers Market Tuesdays 3 - 6 PM All Summer
- June 19th to September 18th
- Malden City Hall Plaza, across from the Malden MBTA Station
- Tuesdays 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM rain or shine
- Fresh produce from:
- Busa Farms
- Simone's Riverside Farm
- Silverbrook Farms
- Specialty foods, baked goods, and crafts.
Are you a crafter or specialy food vendor and interested in joining our market? Contact the Malden Chamber of Commerce at 781-322-4500 or visit their website at www.maldenchamber.org. For photos from the first Farmer's Market, click here.
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American Flag with Malden Ties Flies Over Guantanamo Bay
 Nick Martarano, who served ten months in Guantanamo Bay as a member of the United States Coast Guard, along with his family presented Veterans Services Director Kevin Jarvis and Mayor Christenson the American Flag flown over the main gate of the military base. |
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Call to Malden Artists to Design and Paint Switchboxes
 We are calling local Malden artists to design and paint the metal utility boxes at lighted intersections throughout the City. The purpose of the project is to beautify the City while at the same time showcasing the arts. Visit Malden Arts for more information, or call Naomi Brave at 781-330-9053. Click here for application. |
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Street Performers are Coming to Malden!
 Our first street performer to submit an application to City Hall and audition is none other than Malden's own phenom blues guitarist, Lenny Tetta. To watch a clip from Lenny's audition, click here. |
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Local Malden Firefighter Saves a Life
 Mayor Gary Christenson and Fire Chief Michael Murphy honored Malden Firefighter Brian Parow for his heroic lifesaving efforts of an individual while off duty. On June 12th, Brian was at his daughter's college graduation at the Dorchester Yacht Club when a gentleman collapsed in cardiac arrest. Brian immediately began resuscitation efforts by performing CPR and utilizing the Club's defibrillator until EMT's responded. The man was breathing on his own by the time EMT's arrived thanks to Brian Parow.
"There is no doubt that the quick action of Brian Parow saved a man's life," said Mayor Christenson. "Because of Brian, a husband and father is at home with his family." Mayor Christenson presented Brian with a citation from the City and designated him Honorary Chairman of the Department Head meeting.
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West Nile Virus Discovered in Malden Mosquito
 The Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced today that West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes collected from Malden. This is the first time this year that mosquitos in Malden have tested positive for West Nile virus. The first of two spray treatments took place in the Delta Terrace area, where the mosquitos were identified. Click here for more information. |
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Online Services
We are updating the City's website on a daily basis and communicating with residents and businesses through Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Blogger and Flickr.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Walk & Talk with Mayor Christenson - Tuesday, July 17th, 12 Noon to 1 PM. Starts at City Hall
Summer BBQ and Bocce Game- Tuesday, July 17th, 3 PM - 6 PM at the Senior Center 7 Washington St.
Farmers Market - Tuesday, July 17th, 3 pm - 6 PM at Malden City Hall Plaza
Summer Concert Series - Tuesday, July 19th, 6 pm - 8PM at Malden City Hall Plaza. "Keeping It Real Band" will be performing.
Online Forum - Friday, July 27th at 11 AM at www.cityofmalden.org
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PUBLIC SAFETY TIP
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If you dial 911 from your mobile phone, you will be connected with the MA State Police. By simply adding the Malden Police at 781-322-1212 to your phone contacts, you will be able to get right to the Malden Police in case of an emergency.
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