The Malden Redevelopment Authority
Created by state Statute, the Malden Redevelopment Authority was established on October 8, 1958. On behalf of the City of Malden, the agency administers the federal Community Development Block Grant program, oversees development in urban renewal areas, administers low-interest loan and mortgage programs for owners of residential and commercial properties, manages many public works improvement projects and oversees the off-street parking program in the downtown.
The MRA is also the representitive member of the North Suburban Consortium and administrers federal home funding which aids in affordable housing and development. To learn more about the NSC and affordable housing opportunities, visit the NSC's website at: www.northsuburbanconsortium.org
For information about the City of Malden's Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Rehousing Program (HPRP Program), click here.
CDBG Public Hearings
In accordance with U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development regulations, the City is required to advise residents about the progres of its current federal entitlement programs and is also required to seek inupt from its residents prior to drafting the FY 13 Action Plan.
In FY 13, beginning July 1, 2012, the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitled will be approximately $1.1 million. The City is also a member of the North Suburban Consortium, comprised of seven adjoining communities for the purpose of accessing a $1.36 million HOME Program entitlement for affordable housing. Three public hearings are scheduled. Click here for more information.
Request for Proposals
The Malden Redevelopment Authority will accept proposals from qualified Lead Paint Inspectors, Housing Quality Standards Inspectors, and Construction Contractors to perform services in conjunction with their Housing Rehab, First Time Home Buyer, and Lead Abatement Programs. These programs are funded through federal and state Lead Paint Grants, Community Development Block Grant, and the HOME Investment Partnership Program and serve the cities and towns of Malden, Everett, Revere, Medford, Melrose, Chelsea, Arlington and Winthrop.
The three separate RFPswill be availible September 12, 2011 and can be picked up at the Site Office of the Malden Redevelopment Authority at 176 Pearl Street, Malden, MA 02148, or requested via phone at 781-397-1940, or email at Mei@MaldenRedevelopment.com. Questions about these specific RFPs and about specific programs of the MRA should be addressed to Dennis Falcione, Site Office Director. Office hours are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8-4, Tuesday 8-7 and Friday 8 – noon.
Proposals are due at the Site Office of the Malden Redevelopment Authority at 176 Pearl Street, Malden, MA 02128 no later than 11 a.m. on Friday, October 14, 2011. All proposals should be addressed to Stephen M. Wishoski, Executive Director, Malden Redevelopment Authority.
Request for Proposals
The Malden Redevelopment Authority is seeking proposals from qualified legal firms to provide legal services and advice in a highly professional manner to the Authority for a term of up to three (3) years in connection with its work on the Mayor’s Housing Task Force, particularly as it relates to properties it takes into receivership through the program. Typical services would include court appearances, title searches, bank negotiations, etc. This program is funded through federal and state Lead Paint Grants, Community Development Block Grant, and the HOME Investment Partnership Program and serves the cities and towns of Malden, Everett, Revere, Medford, Melrose, Chelsea, Arlington and Winthrop.
The RFP’s will be available September 12, 2011 and can be picked up at the Malden Redevelopment Authority at 200 Pleasant St., Room 621, Malden, MA 02148, or requested via phone at 781-324-5720, or email at sherrill@maldenredevelopment.com. Questions about this specific program of the MRA should be addressed to Sherrill Hachey, Executive Secretary. Office hours are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8-4, Tuesday 8-7 and Friday 8-noon.
Proposals are due at the Malden Redevelopment Authority at 200 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA 02148 no later than 11 a.m. on Friday, October 14, 2011. All proposals should be addressed to Stephen M. Wishoski, Executive Director, Malden Redevelopment Authority.
The MRA, in conjunction with the Mayor's Office, has redeveloped the formerly vacant Sacred Hearts Convent in order to create affordable places for artists to live and work in downtown Malden. Close to the Orange Line T, and with a new gallery and roof-deck, the Irving Street Studios are setting the bar high as Malden's First Artist Building!
Visit the project's website for floorplans, applications, and more information about the project!
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