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CDBG Coalition Issues Report on Impact and Funding Need
The CDBG Coalition, a network of national organizations led by the National Community Development Association, issued a report (July 2019) which speaks to the...
Read MoreEOHED Secretary Visits Malden Center
City, State and Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) officials welcomed Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development Secretary Mike Kennealy to Malden Center where he toured some key economic development project sites.
... Read MoreFitzGerald Park Improvements
Work is finishing up at FitzGerald Park, where the major work has been completed and there are only a few punch list items left to be completed by the contractor. FitzGerald Park, the pocket park on Exchange Street in Malden Center, is getting a...
Read MoreGroundbreaking for Habitat Homes May 29, 2019
Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) and City officials turned out for the groundbreaking ceremony for two new single-family homes being built in Malden by Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston (Habitat).
The one time blighted parcels...
Read MoreA "Pleasant" Stroll
Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) Executive Director Deborah Burke recently took a stroll down Pleasant Street for a curb side view of all the activities taking place. She captured some of the look, feel and excitement with these photos:
... Read MoreJefferson Apartment Group Announces First Retail Tenants to Sign on at J Malden Center
Two women-owned, local businesses to anchor mixed-use development across from T station slated to open in late fall 2019
(McLean, VA) May 20, 2019 – Jefferson Apartment Group (JAG), a leading multifamily developer and operator...
Habitat Homes Coming to Malden
Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston is building new Habitat Homes in Malden in partnership with low-income families. It will be a two phase project on property on Main Street which Habitat purchased from the Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA...
Read MoreMalden and the Nation Celebrate Community Development Week
More than $1.3 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding flows into Malden each year, helping the Cty build parks, rehab aging homes, improve infrastructure, and partner with local non-profits on issues including health,...
Read MoreNotice of Availability of FY 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan Draft
The City of Malden and North Suburban Consortium (NSC) comprised of the communities of Malden, Medford, Arlington, Everett, Chelsea, Melrose, Revere and Winthrop, acting by and through the Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) completed a...
Read MoreDo You Want to Work at the New Encore Boston Harbor?
The City of Malden negotiated a surrounding community agreement that gives properly qualified Malden residents a hiring preference over residents of every city except the host city of Everett. Go to the Encore Boston Harbor Culinary Job Fair to...
Read MoreGeneral Land Area Minimum (GLAM) Calculation Completed
The City has been working with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) to gain a better understanding of housing need and demand in Malden. As part of this process MAPC recently completed a General Land Area Minimum (GLAM) analysis, also...
Read MoreThree New Apartment Buildings Under Construction at Overlook Ridge
Erland Construction has been selected by Roseland Residential - A Mack-Cali Company - to construct three five-story market rate apartment buildings and a five-level precast parking garage at Overlook Ridge. Marketed under the name, Cantera,...
Read MoreCBD Garage - A Good Option for Saturday Parking
Beginning Saturday, February 23, 2019, persons who come to Malden Center can park all day for $3.00 at the CBD Garage, 170 Centre Street. This is a good option for those who plan to stay and take advantage of the many retail and dining options...
Read MoreMRA Has New Operator to Manage Its Off-Street Parking Program
The Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) has a new parking operator to manage its off-street parking program which consists of garages and lots in the downtown and a lot in Maplewood Square. SP+ Parking of Boston is the new operator. It was one...
Read MoreBaker-Polito Administration Hosts Massachusetts Opportunity Zone Conference in Lowell
On December 12, 2018 the Baker-Polito Administration hosted the Massachusetts Opportunity Zone Conference at the UMass Lowell Conference Center, engaging over 330 municipal leaders, state officials, economic development professionals, investors,...
Read MoreMRA Staff Donates to Housing Families' Holiday Gift Drive
MRA staff purchased toys, clothing, shoes, gift cards, etc. for Housing Families' Annual Holiday Gift Drive. Housing Families runs a "Wonderland Boutique" so parents/families can shop for gifts. Housing Families is a Malden-based organization...
Read MoreDedication of Refurbished and Expanded World War I Memorial at Devir Park
The City of Malden dedicated a refurbished and expanded World War I memorial at Devir Park at the corner of Malden Street and the Fellsway. Several hundred people were in attendance. The newly restored memorial consists of two new monuments...
Read MoreExchange Street Design Public Hearing October 25, 2018
The City of Malden has received state support to provide construction financing for the reconstruction of Exchange Street in Malden Center. The work will include new sidewalks, new pavement, decorative lighting and a bike lane. MassDOT will...
Read MoreMRA Begins Section 106 Historic Review Process for St. Therese Senior Housing in Everett
The North Suburban Consortium (NSC) has reserved $1.5 million for construction of 77 units of senior housing on the site of St. Therese Church in Everett. Also planned for the site is a senior-focused health center. The project involves the...
Read MoreNotice of Public Hearing, PY 2017 Draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) 15-Day Public Comment Period
The Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) has completed a draft of the PY 2017 (FY 2017-18) Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and is making it available for public review and comment for 15 days – September 7, 2018...
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