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MRA Staff Participate in Housing Panel
The Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) partnered with the Malden Housing Authority (MHA) on a panel discussion “Federal Capital Fund Program and Environmental Review Process” at this week’s annual meeting of the Massachusetts Chapter of the...
Read MoreGrand Opening of Infused Kreyol
City and Malden Redevelopment Authority officials recently celebrated the grand opening of Infused Kreyol at 423 Main Street, the latest addition to Malden’s diverse dining scene. The family owned business features a fusion of Haitian, Latin and...
Read MoreMRA Partners With Local Artists on Garage Mural Project
The Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) partnered with MaldenArts on a mural project that will enliven a small pocket park in front of the CDB Garage at the corner of Route 60, Middlesex and Exchange Streets.
The mural has been...
Read MoreMalden's Downtown Success Topic of MassDevelopment Webinar
Malden Redevelopment Authority Executive Director Deborah Burke joined Jefferson Apartment Group Vice President Sandi Silk on a webinar talking about the successful transformation of Malden Center through a public private partnership.
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Read MoreMalden Celebrates Community Development Week
As communities across the nation celebrate National Community Development Week, April 2-6, 2018, the City of Malden is preparing another year of projects funded under the Community Development Block Grant program. The Mayor, Gary Christenson, is...
Read MoreCity Uses Gaming Commission Grants for Parking, Planning and Transportation Assessments
On behalf of the City of Malden (City), the Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) is currently managing three grants from the Gaming Commission that fund an array of planning and transportation activities. They are as follows:
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Read MoreNotice of Intent to Request Release of Grant Funds
DATE OF NOTICE FEBRUARY 9, 2018
Malden Redevelopment Authority
17 Pleasant Street, 3rd Floor
Malden, MA 02148
Nick Pernice, Environmental Specialist (781) 324-5720
Grant Number: MALHB0650-17
... Read MoreMRA Site Office Hours Changed
Beginning Tuesday, January 16, 2018, hours at the Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) Site Office, 176 Pearl Street, will be:
Monday: 8 AM to 4 PM
Tuesday: 8AM to 7 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM to 4 PM...
Notice of Funding Availability, Public Hearing and Revision to Citizen Participation Plan for Community Development Block Grant and HOME Program
In accordance with U.S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Development regulations, the City of Malden is required to advise residents about the progress of its current Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs and seek input from residents...
Read MoreConstruction Progresses at 184 and 200 Pleasant Street
Construction progresses at the site of the former Malden Government Center. Pictures below (Dec. 13, 2017) show the North Building which will eventually house the new City Hall offices.
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Read MoreHousing Prices Strong in Malden
The Warren Group has released a report that Malden continues to attract homebuyers. According to the report, the median selling price of a single family home in Malden is $430,000.00 which is an increase of 19.5 percent.
MRA Staff Makes Donation to Housing Families Holiday Gift Drive
MRA staff purchased toys, clothing, etc. to donate to Housing Families' Annual Holiday Gift Drive. Housing Families, a Malden-based agency that aims to end family homelessness in Massachusetts, will open a Wonderland Boutique where parents can...
Read MoreIncreased Pedestrian Safety at Eastern Avenue (Route 60) and Franklin Street Intersection
The Route 60 and Franklin Street intersection, notorious for drivers not yielding to pedestrians, received a face lift. The newly installed solar pedestrian-activated rectangular rapid flash beacon (RRFB) system complements new sidewalks with...
Read MoreHoliday Decorations at CBD Garage Pedestrian Overpass
New holiday decorations brighten the pedestrian overpass from the CBD Garage to Pleasant Street. The CBD Garage is managed by Laz Parking on behalf of the Malden Redevelopment Authority.
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Read MoreNovember 25, 2017 is "Small Business Saturday"
As a way to remind residents and visitors to shop local for holiday gifts, dining and activities, Mayor Gary Christenson recognized November 25, 2017 as "Small Business Saturday" in Malden.
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Read MoreMalden’s Sign Design Ordinance Gets a Complete Overhaul
Malden’s Sign Design Ordinance was in need of a major overhaul. Its rules were confusing, offered little flexibility, did not address all types of signs or consider the neighborhood context of signage, or meet current best practices. Members of...
Read MoreDecorating Malden Square for the Holidays
DPW employees have begun decorating Malden Square by installing new holiday banners and bows on lightpoles on Pleasant, Main, Exchange and Jackson Streets. The banners were designed by Malden Redevelopment Authority employee Debi Morelli.
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MRA Observes National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
The Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA), a recent recipient of a $1.1 million HUD Lead-Based Paint Abatement Grant, is urging residents to get the facts about lead poisoning during the national weeklong observance of Lead Poisoning Prevention...
Read MoreSecond Public Meeting on Commercial Street Corridor Plan Was Held October 16, 2017
On October 16 the City of Malden and the Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) held a second public meeting to discuss the Commercial Street Framework Plan study. The meeting took place in the Blue Room at Anthony's of Malden (meeting space was...
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