- MA
- Worcester County
- 5/22/24
- 05/22/2024
- 69 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Gardner Public Welfare Committee meeting brought forth several notable discussions, including budget hearings for the fiscal year 2022, plans for public facility improvements, and community engagement initiatives. The meeting revealed the Golf Department’s financial surplus and infrastructure investment plans, the Library Department’s aim to extend hours to meet population standards, and the Recreation Department’s budget increase to enhance youth programs.
- MA
- Worcester County
- 4/30/24
- 05/01/2024
- 43 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Gardner Public Welfare Committee’s recent meeting unveiled significant challenges facing the local school district, including budget adjustments, overcrowding on high school buses, and the financial implications of a state funding miscount. The meeting, which took place on April 30th, featured a detailed pre-budget presentation by Dr. Mark Pelino, superintendent of Gardner Public Schools, and business manager Mr. Mark Hawk. Central to the discussions were the growing needs of the district’s diverse student population and the financial strategies to address them.
- MA
- Worcester County
- 3/26/24
- 03/26/2024
- 86 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Gardner Public Welfare Committee meeting featured discussions centered on expanding vocational training opportunities for Gardner Public Schools in partnership with Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School (Mon Tech).