Gardner Planning Board Approves Revised Master Project List, Debates Project Ranking Template

Overview: At the Gardner Planning Board meeting on August 14, the board approved a revised Master list of projects for the capital improvement plan and engaged in discussions about refining a project ranking template to improve clarity and efficiency in evaluating and funding future projects.

Gardner Planning Board Approves New Salt Storage Facility Amid Environmental Concerns

Overview: The Gardner Planning Board has approved a definitive site plan for the construction of a new salt storage facility by the Department of Public Works (DPW), despite concerns raised by a resident about its proximity to wetlands.

Gardner Planning Board Allocates $8 Million in Education Funds

Overview: The Gardner Planning Board, in a recent meeting, engaged in a multifaceted discussion regarding the allocation of approximately $8 million in leftover funds from the elementary school project. These funds are to be distributed between school and city projects, sparking debate among the committee on the prioritization and effective use of these resources. The debate revealed a division of perspectives concerning the financial impact on both the school department and the city’s broader fiscal health.