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Policy decision regarding resource management

Malden City Council passed a moratorium on data center permitting on 6/16/26. Councilors cited concerns over massive power/water usage and neighborhood nuisances. This move aims to protect local resources while the city develops... https://meetingwatch.org/ma/malden/city-council/2026-06-16/ #MeetingWatch #MaldenMA

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Council oversight of utility companies

During the 6/16/26 meeting, Councilors questioned National Grid’s proposal for new poles/conduits on Pearl Street. Rather than a rubber stamp, the Council tabled the vote to demand more clarity on why this work is necessary. https://meetingwatch.org/ma/malden/city-council/2026-06-16/ #MeetingWatch #MaldenMA

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Fiscal impact on residents

Residents should note: The FY2027 appropriation orders adopted on 6/16/26 include a Water Sewer Enterprise Fund rate increase approved by the DWCR. This will impact water/sewer costs for Malden residents and businesses. https://meetingwatch.org/ma/malden/city-council/2026-06-16/ #MeetingWatch #MaldenMA

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What happened at the Malden City Council meeting on June 16, 2026? From data center moratoriums to utility disputes and rising water costs, here is the breakdown of decisions affecting your neighborhood. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #MaldenMA

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1/ Data Centers: The Council voted to implement a moratorium on permitting data centers. Councilors expressed serious concerns that these facilities could threaten Malden's power supply, increase water usage, and create neighborhood nuisances.

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2/ Utilities: The Council isn't just saying 'yes' to every request. On Pearl Street, National Grid petitioned for new poles and conduits. Councilors pushed back, requesting more detail on the necessity of the project before approving. The vote is currently tabled.

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3/ Your Wallet: The FY2027 appropriations were adopted, which includes a rate increase for the Water Sewer Enterprise Fund. If you use city water or sewer services, expect to see the impact of this DWCR-approved increase in your upcoming bills. https://meetingwatch.org/ma/malden/city-council/2026-06-16/

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On June 16, 2026, the Malden City Council held a meeting that addressed several high-impact issues for our community, ranging from zoning changes to utility infrastructure and rising costs.

One of the most significant actions was the passing of a moratorium on permitting data centers. Council members highlighted the potential for these facilities to place a heavy burden on Malden's power grid and water supply, as well as the possibility of them becoming neighborhood nuisances. The moratorium is intended to provide the city time to develop thoughtful regulations before any new data centers are approved.

Regarding infrastructure, the Council took a cautious approach to a National Grid petition for new electrical poles and conduits on Pearl Street. Rather than immediately approving the request, Councilors requested a meeting with utility representatives to better understand the specific conflicts and the necessity of the work. Additionally, the Council adopted FY2027 appropriation orders, which include a rate increase for the Water Sewer Enterprise Fund approved by the DWCR—a decision that will directly affect the utility bills of Malden residents and businesses. https://meetingwatch.org/ma/malden/city-council/2026-06-16/ #MeetingWatch #MaldenMA