Gardner Finance Committee Meeting Mar 31 2026 Part 2 of 2

The City of Gardner, Massachusetts Finance Committee met on March 31, 2026, to discuss various financial and procurement-related matters. Key procurement discussions centered on a resolution to redeploy prior authorized funds for the Rear Main Street and Wilkins Road infrastructure projects, including addressing unexpected costs related to National Grid's electrical infrastructure relocation. The committee reviewed detailed cost breakdowns, funding sources including state grants and bond proceeds, and approved a motion to recommend the resolution to the full council. Additional budget discussions included the city council's FY27 budget draft, concerns about budget line transfers, and the step designation for the city auditor. Updates were also provided on facilities management centralization plans and the status of the salt shed repayment issue. The meeting emphasized transparency in fund allocation and ongoing efforts to improve financial workflows and communication across departments.