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City council hopefuls stress climate programs, housing and a looming budget gap
Summary
Four Malden at-large council candidates—Carrie McDonald, Muhammad Abutaha, Solomon Davidoff and Karen Colon Hayes—outlined plans on clean-energy programs, affordable housing, pedestrian safety and budgeting, with Davidoff warning of a potential $2 million shortfall tied to a new trash contract.
Four candidates for Malden City Council at-large used a candidate forum to present competing priorities on climate, housing and the city budget ahead of the Nov. 4 election.
Incumbent Councilor Carrie McDonald, running for a third term, described sustainability, affordability and inclusivity as her top priorities and promoted the city’s Malden Community Electricity program and an adopted Climate Action Plan. "Malden Community Electricity has saved our residents millions on…
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