Gardner Board of Health Meeting Apr 6 2026

The Gardner Board of Health meeting held on April 6, 2026, primarily focused on updates related to public health and solid waste management. Key procurement-related discussions included the ongoing contract renewal process with EL Harvey for solid waste services, which is currently under legal review. The board also discussed funding requests for safety improvements at the transfer station, specifically the addition of safety railings as part of OSHA state plan compliance, with a request included in the FY27 budget. Additionally, potential grant opportunities for erosion repair were identified by Keller Partners, pending coordination with the mayor. The board approved the appointment of Lauren Saunders as the new health director and set the next meeting date for May 11, 2026.