Members of the CDBG Committee include Chair Evan Cudmore who is the Assistant Director of Community Development, Council President George Tyros, Jason Stevens who is Director of Community Development, Micah Blondeau who is Director of Public Health, Thomas Zuppa who is Building Commissioner, Shawn Hayden who is CEO of GAAMHA, and Krishonna Murray, who is Director of the Gardner Housing Authority.
CDBG Updates City on Projects and More
The Gardner Community Block Grant Committee met on March 21, 2025 and went over various project details to update each other and the public. Gardner Magazine enhanced the AUDIO as original volume was low. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
| Item | Update |
| Greenwood Pool Demolition | Next step is working with City Engineer Rob Oliva who currently has the storm water permit submission. Demolition of structure and construction of new Outdoor Pavilion will be 2 separate bids |
| 213-215 Main Street Demolition | An extra week of abatement is expected. Once abatement is done permit can be obtained to proceed with demo. PD will be involved to close streets as needed. 12 mattresses have to be removed from the building. |
| Boys and Girls Club | Award amount to be distributed after getting needed documentation |