The Gardner Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Steering Committee -Fund Reallocations, Project Updates, Social Services, and Application Timeline
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The Gardner Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Steering Committee meeting held on March 24, 2026, focused on the reallocation of prior-year funds, the status of ongoing infrastructure projects, and the timeline for the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) application. A significant shift in strategy occurred regarding FY25 funds due to state-imposed limitations on grant extensions by the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC). Consequently, over $45,000 was proposed for a community garden expansion.
Major infrastructure efforts, including the Greenwood Memorial Pavilion and Downtown Phase 5 and 6 improvements, are moving toward bidding or completion. However, the Waterford Street Community Center project remains under review. The committee also noted the successful standardization of application processes, which has streamlined the path toward the April 21, 2026, FY26 application deadline.
