Government

Gardner Public Schools Finance Sub-Committee reviews $2M deficit and rising special education costs. Mr. Mark Hawke, Director of Finance and Operations, presented a preliminary budget preview with an anticipated $2 million deficit requiring resolution. Ms. Joyce West, Director of Pupil Personnel

Gardner Golf Commission approves 2026 budget and reorganizes leadership. The five-member Commission voted unanimously to reelect Jeff Gallant as Chair, with Alek Dernalowicz as Financial Officer and Mike Budwick as Secretary. Course Pro Manager Dan Berry reported a new website launch and updated

Council on Aging approves minutes and treasurer report. The Board unanimously accepted the Treasurer's Report for January 31, 2026, revealing General Fund year-to-date spending of $119,932.10 with a remaining balance of $92,453.11. Director Michael Ellis reported continued Waterford Street

Gardner Conservation Commission extends Sludge Landfill enforcement and advances Walmart fuel station review. The commission unanimously voted to continue its enforcement order for the Sludge Landfill to March 9 after resident Alan Rousseau raised concerns about snow storage capacity and potential

Gardner City Council approves nine motor vehicle dealer licenses. The council unanimously granted Class I, II, and III dealer licenses to nine businesses, including Salvadore Chevrolet at multiple locations, Blake Motors, JPJ Automotive LLC, Brian's Auto Sales, and Osagi Enterprise LLC. Mayor