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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 2/24/2026 7:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Council Chambers 215 Pleasant Street Malden, MA 02148
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110-26 1  Council MinutesMinutes for the meeting of January 27, 2026approvedPass Action details Not available
111-26 1  Council MinutesMinutes of the meeting of February 3, 2026approvedPass Action details Not available
112-26 1  Council MinutesMinutes from the meeting of February 10, 2026approvedPass Action details Not available
113-26 1  Council MinutesMinutes from the meeting of February 17, 2026approvedPass Action details Not available
114-26 1  AppointmentCouncil Reappointment: Sheila Fermano of 140 West Street, Malden, as Cemetery Trustee, said term to expire March 1, 2031. (Confirmation not required)placed on filePass Action details Not available
115-26 1  PetitionPetition: Class II: Friends Auto Group LLC, 225 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 17 vehicles (Renewal)referredPass Action details Not available
116-26 1  PetitionPetition: Taxi Driver: John A. Danca, 26 Highland Court, Malden (Renewal)referredPass Action details Not available
117-26 1  PetitionPetition: Taxi Driver: Sophia Pepper, 290 Stephenson Aman Street Apt. 307, Somerville (Renewal)referredPass Action details Not available
118-26 1  CommunicationCommunication: Per the requirements of MCC 2.04.030 the Malden Housing Authority respectfully submits their board approved FY2026 Annual Report.received and filedPass Action details Not available
119-26 1  CommunicationCommunication: During the meeting of February 17, 2026, the Council voted by a 10-1 roll call vote to enter into Executive Session with legal counsel for the City, in accordance with Exemption Seven Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A Section 21(a)(7), to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements, in order to act on the periodic review of those executive session minutes listed herein to determine if release of records is appropriate at this time. · February 3, 2026, 77-26 A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor O’Malley, to release the February 3, 2026 Executive Session minutes whole and unredacted upon the court’s acceptance of the proposed settlement agreement between Tufts Construction and the City of Malden. The motion passed by a unanimous roll call vote. Yea: Colón Hayes, Crowe, Condon, Linehan, Luong, McDonald, O’Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Taylor, Winslow Nea: zero Absent: zeroreceived and filedPass Action details Not available
120-26 1  AppointmentMayoral Reappointment: Diego Barricelli of 33 Glen Street, Malden, as member of the Public Works Commission, said term to commence upon confirmation by the City Council and expire on March 1, 2029.confirmedPass Action details Not available
121-26 1  AppointmentMayoral Reappointment: Diane Chuha of 19 Marion Street, Malden, as member of the Planning Board, said term to commence upon confirmation by the City Council and expire on March 1, 2031.confirmedPass Action details Not available
122-26 1  AppointmentMayoral Reappointment: Maria D’Esposito of 81 Floral Avenue, Malden, as an associate member of the Board of Appeal, said term to commence upon confirmation by the City Council and expire on March 1, 2029.confirmedPass Action details Not available
123-26 1  AppointmentMayoral Reappointment: Yem Lip of 28 Constitution Road, Boston, as City Engineer/Director of the Engineering Department, said term to commence upon confirmation by the City Council and expire on March 1, 2029.referredPass Action details Not available
124-26 1  AppointmentMayoral Reappointment: Barbara Murphy of 28 Forest Street, Malden, as the Police Commissioner, said term to commence upon confirmation by the City Council and expire on March 1, 2029.confirmedPass Action details Not available
125-26 1  AppointmentMayoral Reappointment: Anthony Rodrigues of 100 Tremont Street, Malden, as Director of Information Technology, said term to commence upon confirmation by the City Council and expire on March 1, 2029.referredPass Action details Not available
126-26 1  AppointmentMayoral Reappointment: Stephanie Stone of 19 Pine Street, Malden, as a member of the Planning Board, said term to commence upon confirmation by the City Council and expire on March 1, 2031.confirmedPass Action details Not available
127-26 1  PetitionPetition: Massachusetts Electric Company dba National Grid Plan No. 30967378 - National Grid to install underground facilities on Newland Street. Work in the city right of way includes two 4” steel risers on existing pole #3812 and approximately 51 ft of two 4” concrete encased Sch 40 PVC conduits from eastern side of existing pole #3812 in front of 46 Newland Street continuing in a northern direction towards the 36-54 Broadway Plaza parking lot to feed the proposed pad-mounted transformer (XRFM) for a new EV charging station. Malden, MA. (Hearing Held)tabledPass Action details Not available
128-26 1  Council ItemThe City Council will address the Open Meeting Law complaint submitted on February 17, 2026 (revised February 19) by Ryan O’Malley of 706A Main Street, Malden against the Council related to accusations made involving the Executive Session of February 10, 2026referredPass Action details Not available
129-26 1  ResolutionResolved: That it is the sense of the Malden City Council that during this time of budgetary constraints the Council is committed to the principles of fiscal responsibility and the efficient management of public funds that prioritize essential services and long-term financial stability. The Council wishes to demonstrate a pledge of shared sacrifice and budgetary discipline and therefore requests the Honorable Mayor Gary Christenson cut specific discretionary monies and reallocate for use in the general fund in the following ways which will result in savings up to $95,000 for the upcoming fiscal year: 1. The elimination of the line items associated with Ward Improvement Funds; 2. The elimination of the line items associated with Fourth of July Funds;referred  Action details Not available
129-26 1  ResolutionResolved: That it is the sense of the Malden City Council that during this time of budgetary constraints the Council is committed to the principles of fiscal responsibility and the efficient management of public funds that prioritize essential services and long-term financial stability. The Council wishes to demonstrate a pledge of shared sacrifice and budgetary discipline and therefore requests the Honorable Mayor Gary Christenson cut specific discretionary monies and reallocate for use in the general fund in the following ways which will result in savings up to $95,000 for the upcoming fiscal year: 1. The elimination of the line items associated with Ward Improvement Funds; 2. The elimination of the line items associated with Fourth of July Funds;placed on file  Action details Not available
130-26 1  ResolutionResolved: That it is the sense of the Malden City Council that no resources of the City of Malden should be used to assist with the Federal government's responsibility for civil (non-criminal) immigration enforcement in any manner not required by law, court order, or subpoena. This includes not assisting Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Customs and Border Protection, or other Federal agencies charged with this responsibility. The City Council asks that all city staff and representatives comply with this intent to the best of their ability and within the limits of the law. This resolution is not intended to violate any Federal law, nor shall it be interpreted to do so. We support the protections in the US Constitution for due process and condemn aggressive and inhumane tactics of ICE agents in Malden and other communities across the country. As a diverse and immigrant-rich community, we dedicate our resources to creating a safe, livable, and welcoming community for all.passedPass Action details Not available
131-26 1  Committee ReportCommittee Report: The Standing Committee on Public Property to whom was referred Paper 471 Series of 2025 having considered the same make the following report: Committee recommends this paper out to the Full Council favorably for the Treasurer to be authorized to sell the property when and if so approved by land court.received and filedPass Action details Not available
471-25 1  OrderOrder: The Council will vote on whether to sell or retain the property known as 33 Tufts Street, and by City Assessor’s parcel identification number 078 358 819, as in accordance with tax title litigation and foreclosure action with the Massachusetts Land Court, Case Number 22 TL 000313adoptedPass Action details Not available
132-26 1  Committee ReportCommittee Report: The Standing Committee on Public Safety to whom was referred Paper 72 Series of 2026 having considered the same make the following report: Committee refers this paper out to the Full Council without recommendation.received and filedPass Action details Not available
72-26 1  OrderOrder: That, as a diverse and immigrant-rich community, the limited resources of the City of Malden shall be fully dedicated to address the local needs and priorities of Malden’s residents, businesses and visitors. The goal of this order is to provide for a safe, livable and welcoming community for all. No city employees, departments, appointees, processes or representatives shall assist in fulfilling the unique and separate responsibilities of the Federal government, including immigration enforcement, or cooperate with any Federal agencies or policies contrary to the stated goal of this Order. This Order shall be followed to the maximum extent permitted by law, provided that it shall not require the City to break pre-existing contracts or agreements with Federal entities.placed on filePass Action details Not available
133-26 1  Committee ReportCommittee Report: The Standing Committee on License to whom was referred Papers 45, 47 through 51 and 85 through 96 Series of 2026 having considered the same make the following report: Committee recommends these petitions out favorably to the Full Council. Committee further recommends Paper 84 Series of 2026 out favorably with a conditional 90 day Class II license.received and filedPass Action details Not available
45-26 1  PetitionPetition: Class II: Frank’s Auto Sales, 189 Highland Avenue, Malden, 5 cars (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
47-26 1  PetitionPetition: Livery Company: Bella Luxury Transportation, 19 Mt. Vernon Street, Malden, 1 vehicle (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
48-26 1  PetitionPetition: Livery Driver: Michael Checca, 19 Mt. Vernon Street, Malden (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
49-26 1  PetitionPetition: Livery Company: RubyLynn Transportation LLC, 259 Mountain Avenue, Malden, 1 vehicle (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
50-26 1  PetitionPetition: Livery Driver: Linda DelloIacono, 259 Mountain Avenue, Malden (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
51-26 1  PetitionPetition: Taxi Company: Malden Transportation Inc., 290 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 10 cabs (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
84-26 1  PetitionPetition: Class II: Malden Auto Center LLC, 189 Eastern Avenue, Malden, 31 vehicles (New)granted with conditionsPass Action details Not available
85-26 1  PetitionPetition: Livery Company: JML Luxury, 500 Broadway Apt. 5158, Malden, 1 vehicle (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
86-26 1  PetitionPetition: Livery Driver: Joel M. Lopez, 500 Broadway Apt. 5158, Malden (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
87-26 1  PetitionPetition: Livery Company: Kassahun T. Damita, 411 Salem Street, Malden, 1 vehicle (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
88-26 1  PetitionPetition: Livery Driver: Kassahun T. Damita, 411 Salem Street, Malden (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
89-26 1  PetitionPetition: Taxi Driver: John DiDomenico, 5 Admirals Way, Chelsea (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
90-26 1  PetitionPetition: Taxi Driver: Albert Frost, 679 Broadway Apt. 2R, Chelsea (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
91-26 1  PetitionPetition: Taxi Driver: Christopher Jackson, 24 Surfside Road Apt. 6, Lynn (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
92-26 1  PetitionPetition: Taxi Driver: Stephen A. Lauber, 3 Meredith Way, Rockland (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
93-26 1  PetitionPetition: Taxi Driver: David McNamara, 51 Melrose Street #2A, Melrose (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
94-26 1  PetitionPetition: Taxi Driver: Donald F. Porter, 500 Broadway Apt. 4110, Malden (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
95-26 1  PetitionPetition: Taxi Driver: Valentin Tchaly, 30 Washington Street Apt. 508, Brighton (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
96-26 1  PetitionPetition: Taxi Driver: Carlos F. Vargas, 290 Mishawum Road Apt. 2039, Woburn (Renewal)grantedPass Action details Not available
134-26 1  OrderOrder: That the City Council will vote to go into Executive Session with Legal Council regarding the matter of Benevolent Botanicals and 926 Eastern Avenue v. The City of Malden for the purposes of Exemption Three Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation, where such discussion in open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigation position of the City, if so declared by the chair. And if so allowed by the Body, to admit Maria Luise, Special Assistant to the Mayor and Ron Hogan, Chair of Cannabis Licensing and Enforcement Commission. (Roll Call Required)adoptedPass Action details Not available