Sports Betting and Marijuana Establishments on City Council Agenda of December 4, 2023
The Gardner City Council took up (1) An Ordinance to Amend the Code of the City of Gardner, Chapter 675 thereof, entitled “Zoning” to Add “Sports Betting” to the Zoning Table of Uses. And (2) An Ordinance to Amend the Code of the City of Gardner, Chapter 675 thereof, entitled “Zoning” to Amend Section 1070 thereof, entitled, “Marijuana Establishments” to Change the Method to Increase the Quota Allowed by the City of Gardner. Just as when brought up before, items are referred to Planning Board and a joint Planning Board – City Council Public Hearing will be scheduled.
After some discussion, long-serving Human Resources Director Debra Pond was confirmed on a 9 -2 vote. Both No votes came from members of the Appointments Committee which had voted 2-1 against recommending appointment confirmation. However, other Councilors expressed praise for Pond.
Other matters included a dozen applications for motor vehicle dealers licenses, a review of communications from Mayor Michael Nicholson, various appointments, an ordinance relating to prohibiting parking on a certain street, and an ordinance related to wage theft protection.
Appointments Committee
The Appointments Committee asked Human Resources Director Debra Pond many questions before voting not to recommend reappointment. listen on any device. CLICK PLAY.