Environmental Compliance and Restoration Issues Focus of Gardner Conservation Commission’s 2nd August meeting The Gardner Conservation Commission met on August 24th and addressed several critical environmental compliance and restoration issues within the city. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Key outcomes included the approval of amended conditionsContinue Reading
Another Exciting Board of Assessors Meeting Listen to the suspense of this 4 minute meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. On August 24, 2026, the Gardner Board of Assessors convened to address administrative updates, record retention protocols, and the status of tax certifications. The meeting highlights include the processing ofContinue Reading
There’s Lush Turf at the Gardner Municipal Golf Course Listen to the August 24, 2026 meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Members discussed operational updates and the facility’s financial health. Maintenance reports indicate that improved irrigation has led to lush turf conditions, necessitating adjustments to mowing heights and fertilizer use.Continue Reading
Information from the Beehive – GeorgeTyros Gardner City Council President George Tyros is making it convenient for anyone to sign up for his monthly newsletter and other updates. To sign up for the newsletter go to:https://from-the-presidents-desk-newsletter.beehiiv.com/ The August 20, 2026 report from the Gardner City Council President outlines a strategicContinue Reading
3 Foot Setback Case and a Complete Demo – Rebuild Focus of Gardner Zoning Board The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals met on August 18, 2026. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. In the first case, a contractor representing homeowners seeks a three-foot setback variance toContinue Reading
More details in the infographics below. CLICK any IMAGE for a larger view. On-Site Retail Sales Approved for Existing Marijuana Cultivation and Delivery Facility At its meeting of August 11, 2026, the Gardner Planning Board reviewed and approved a request to amend a special permit for the HeadyCo facility atContinue Reading
View the complete meeting infographic below, CLICK IMAGE for larger view. Gardner Airport Commission and Runway 18 The Gardner Airport Commission met on August 12, 2026. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The nearly hour-long discussions focused on critical infrastructure maintenance, regulatory compliance, and long-term capital planning. The primary takeawaysContinue Reading
With regard to the water bills: If you spot a $4 discrepancy or a rate that looks “off” on your statement, do not wait. Call the billing office immediately. While the City of Gardner expects it will take about three more billing cycles to fully audit the system, they areContinue Reading
Operational Updates – Future Plans – Liability – Repairs – Projects: Focus of Golf Commission Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Golf Commission met on August 3, 2026 and members discussed several operational updates and future plans. Key topics included a feasibility studyContinue Reading
Publisher’s Note: The big topic at the beginning of this City Council meeting revolved around meeting minutes and how difficult it was to keep up with them. Gardner Magazine used one of its subscription tools and rendered official meeting minutes within about an hour of the meeting. We have sentContinue Reading
Gardner MA is undergoing a positive transformation with many projects in the works. This meeting of the Community and Economic Development Committee documents the long list. Our infographics illustrate much of the information. Gardner’s Huge List of Ongoing Projects Reviewed at July Development Meeting Listen to the meeting on anyContinue Reading
Publisher’s Note: In keeping with Gardner’s status as the “Model City for America”, Gardner would be the first City to approve the recognition of license plates honoring fallen police officers. It was recommended by the Finance Committee at this meeting and goes to the full City Council for their firstContinue Reading
Topics at the Gardner Board of Health Meeting of July 27, 2026 included many of the core responsibilities of the Board of Health such as hazardous materials in buildings which need to be addressed, upholding the Tobacco control laws, handling landlord-tenant conflicts when issues under its jurisdiction arise, and more.Continue Reading
The Gardner Finance Committee met on July 24, 2026. The Infographics below provide: Left below: Summary of the Finance Committee meeting Center Below: Strategic Oversight Report on Waterford Community Center Center Right: Hidden Layers of History – the Unknowns in City Renovations. For details on the Asbestos Report, view thisContinue Reading
The Zoning Vote: A Tower Rises in Gardner MA The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals met on July 21, 2026. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals convened with four of its five members present, necessitating unanimous votes for all decisions. TheContinue Reading
Gardner City Council President George Tyros Releases Update Covering End of Fiscal Year On July 10, 2026, Gardner City Council President George Tyros released his end of June 2026 update. Below is the text of the update: Third Time’s the Charm: FY2027 Budget is SetThis month, the City Council successfullyContinue Reading
Article and Commentary: Lessons in Precision from a Three Minute Board Meeting Listen to the exciting Board of Assessors Meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. While public attention is often captured by the high-drama debates of city councils or state legislatures, the foundational work of a municipality happens in muchContinue Reading
Gardner City Council Meets with New City Clerk at the Desk Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner City Council meeting held on July 6, 2026, focused on administrative appointments, fiscal reallocations, and the resolution of procedural complaints. Key outcomes included the dismissal of twoContinue Reading
The Exciting Story of Gardner Airport Runway 18 Listen to the Gardner Airport Commission meeting of July 1, 2026 on any device,, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Airport Commission meeting on July 1, 2026 focused primarily on securing navigation easements for runway 18. A representative from Gale Associates details a revisedContinue Reading
The First Gardner Finance Committee Meeting of Fiscal Year 2027 The City of Gardner MA Finance Committee met on July 1, 2026. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Key discussions included proposed ordinances for financial transparency, the ratification of a new City Clerk’s salary step, and theContinue Reading
Essential Infrastructure and Ongoing Maintenance Focus of Golf Commission Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Discussed was essential infrastructure updates and ongoing maintenance at the local course. A major focus of the meeting was the restoration of the irrigation system, which is now operating at full capacityContinue Reading
Listen to the AUDIO of either or both meetings. View the various infographics below documenting the progress in Gardner. Gardner MA Projects and Progress Discussed During Pair of Meetings Listen to the CDBG Meeting from June 23rd on any device, CLICK PLAY. Listen to the Economic Development Committee Meeting fromContinue Reading
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
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
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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