Gardner Vision Zero Action Committee Meeting May 13 2026

The City of Gardner, Massachusetts held a Vision Zero Action Committee meeting on May 13, 2026, focused on improving road safety and reducing serious injuries and fatalities. The meeting covered updates on public outreach efforts, including a public information meeting, social media engagement, and upcoming community events to gather input. A significant portion of the discussion centered on the development of a high injury network based on crash data from 2021 to 2025, identifying key road segments and intersections with high crash rates involving pedestrians and cyclists. The committee reviewed potential engineering and non-engineering countermeasures such as rapid flash beacons, speed cushions, enhanced pedestrian crossings, and speed management techniques. They also discussed the possibility of demonstration projects using temporary installations to test safety improvements before permanent implementation. While no specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting, the discussion highlighted potential future capital improvement projects and grant-funded initiatives aimed at enhancing traffic safety infrastructure in Gardner.