Gardner ZBA accepts three-family withdrawal, continues cell tower case to June. The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals, sitting with its minimum four-member quorum, voted unanimously at its May 19 meeting to accept a withdrawal without prejudice from an Oak Street property owner, identified as Mr.
The City Council unanimously approved reappropriation of $1.125 million in unexpended bond proceeds from the completed Waterford Street School replacement project, directing funds to Gardner Middle School roof replacement, City Hall entryway improvements, accessibility work at Waterford Community
GARDNER -- May 18, 2026, Gardner City Council moves a 15 percent water rate hike to first printing, rejecting the mayor's doubling proposal. The council, presided over Monday by Councilor Pro Tem Alexander
The Bandstand Committee finalized dates and performers for its 2026 summer concert season. Michael Zlotnik, chair, presided with members Nancy Binder, Denise Merriam, and Chris Caisse present.
Gardner City Council voted unanimously to enter Executive Session for labor and litigation discussions. The eight members present voted on a motion by Councillor Alek Dernalowicz, seconded by Councillor Dana Heath, to proceed under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Exemptions #2 and #3.
Gardner Finance Committee unanimously reappropriated $1.125 million in unexpended elementary school bond proceeds to four capital improvements. The allocation includes $675,000 for Gardner Middle School roof replacement, $200,000 for City Hall entryway and ramp improvements, $200,000 for community
The Gardner Special Search Committee for the City Clerk unanimously approved revised job descriptions for both the City Clerk and Assistant City Clerk positions for recommendation to the full City Council. Council President George Tyros directed the committee to strike the word "all" from the City
The Gardner License Commission unanimously approved four liquor license applications and amendments. Chairperson Michael Fitzsimmons, Vice-Chair Nancy Binder, and Clerk Jennifer Barnes voted to grant Home Fruit Wine a seasonal Farmer Market License covering six dates from May through October 2026
Gardner's school superintendent warned the City Council of a $793,669 funding shortfall heading into FY2027, even after cutting $1.5 million from the district budget. Superintendent Dr.
Gardner City Council enters executive session to discuss Teamsters and department head contract negotiations.