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Conservation Commission: Property Compliance, Ecological Restoration Efforts, Cease and Desist, Delayed Culvert Repairs. North Central Pathway Timeline, and Agent Resignation. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Local officials and environmental consultants reviewed several ongoing property compliance cases. Representatives for sites on Nicole Terrace, Brookside Drive, andContinue Reading

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Gardner City Council Passes FY27 Budget with Numerous Reductions AUDIO of meeting presented here has the silence of the recess periods edited out. That’s is why the length differs considerably from the video which will be presented on the City’s YouTube channel. Listen to the entire meeting on any device.Continue Reading

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Update 6-22-26 11:48am – No response to email has been received. Update 6-22-26. Council President George Tyros contacted us before the City Council meeting. From Council President George Tyros: “This is an obvious question and as it turned out, Atty. Pelavin had already contacted the state ethics commission before applyingContinue Reading

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Municipal Infrastructure, Frozen Pipes, Burst Water Meters, and Undetected Leaks Discussed by Public Service Committee The Gardner Public Service Committee met on June 18, 2026.to address municipal infrastructure and resident requests. Local property owners presented petitions for water and sewer bill abatements caused by issues like frozen pipes, burst waterContinue Reading

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ZBA Meeting Focused on Cell Tower for Walmart Site Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The June 16th Zoning Board of Appeals meeting focused on a proposal by SBA Communications to install a cell tower designed as a concealed “monopine” tree at a local Walmart. AContinue Reading

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The Gardner Traffic Commission committed to increased transparency by implementing a new public tracking system for all traffic-related complaints. Listen to the meeting AUDIO and/or view the infographics we have provided for clarity. Gardner Traffic Commission Answers some Questions and Asks Others. Listen to the entire meeting on any device,Continue Reading

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Housing Production Plan Highlight of Planning Board The presentation is included in the meeting. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Planning Board addressed several local development initiatives at the June 9, 2026 meeting. The Board processed a request to withdraw a site plan modification for 0 Emerald Street,Continue Reading

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Gardner City Council Meets Regarding Budget in Special Meeting The Gardner MA City Council met on June 8, 2026 to consider the FY27 Budget. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Magazine has prepared 2 additional infographics to illustrate the topics under consideration. Find them below. CLICKContinue Reading

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More information on the Gardner Airport Commission meeting of June 3, 2026 in the infographic below regarding the Gardner Municipal Airport challenges. Navigation Easements, Vegetation Management and Budgetary Constraints Focus of Airport Commission The Gardner Airport Commission met on June 3, 2026 and discussed various issues. The primary challenge involvesContinue Reading

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Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Variety of Matters Focus of Gardner City Council Meeting The council approved several licensing applications for local businesses, including a bowling alley and multiple secondhand article dealers. Significant debate occurred regarding personnel ordinances, specifically the creation of a Chief ofContinue Reading

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Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson is Special Guest at Council on Aging Meeting At the Gardner Council on Aging meeting of June 1, 2026, officials addressed the fiscal year-end budget and several infrastructure developments. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The treasury report details various funding sources,Continue Reading

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For additional details and impacts, view the additional infographics below on the Public Welfare Committee meeting of May 28, 2026 Just CLICK on the IMAGE for a larger view. Golf Course, Senior Center, Library, Greenwood Pool Focus of Public Welfare Committee The Gardner Public Welfare Committee met on May 28,Continue Reading

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Finance Committee May 26, 2026 Reviews Budget and Addresses Other Issues Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Garder City Council Finance Committee meeting primarily focused on reviewing the FY2027 proposed budget* Key discussions involved Mayor Nicholson’s proposal to consolidate professional development and travel funds into aContinue Reading

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Further meeting coverage is provided through the infographics below. CLICK IMAGE for larger view. Who Pays the Bill? – Abatements – Budget Reviews Focus of Public Service Committee The Gardner Public Service Committee met on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. TheContinue Reading

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Cell Tower and Multi-Family Focus of ZBA The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) meeting held on May 19, 2026, focused on two primary cases: a continuance for a cellular tower installation and a special permit application for a residential property conversion. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICKContinue Reading

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Councilors wished Councilor Karen Hardern well who has been absent due to a back problem. Get well soon, Councilor Hardern. City Council Holds Meeting with 7 of 11 Councilors Present Alek Dernalowicz was elected City Council President Pro-Tem to lead the meeting in the absence of City Council President GeorgeContinue Reading

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The Department of Community Development and Planning directed by Jason Stevens received considerable praise at this meeting. Department Praised for Efficiency and Success Listen to the entire meeting on any device. (Note AUDIO drops out at about the 3 minute marked due to a technical glitz) CLICK PLAY. The GardnerContinue Reading

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Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Finance Committee Meets on Budget Matters The Gardner Finance Committee meeting held on May 12, 2026 primarily focused on reviewing departmental budget proposals for fiscal year 2027. City leadership, including the Mayor and various Department Heads including Director of PurchasingContinue Reading

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Gardner City Council Hears Budget Presentation The Gardner City Council met on May 12, 2026 and heard the School Budget presentation in a lengthy meeting. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Superintendent Dr. Mark Pellegrino and financial officials outline a significant $793,000 funding gap driven by risingContinue Reading

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Licenses Approved and Loopholes Discussed The Gardner License Commission met on May 12, 2026 and approved a seasonal license for Home Fruit Wine to participate in the local farmers market and authorized managerial changes at Hannaford Supermarket. Additionally, the commission finalized a license transfer for the South Gardner Hotel andContinue Reading