Gardner Traffic Commission Meeting Jun 9 2026

The City of Gardner Massachusetts Traffic Commission meeting on June 9, 2026, focused primarily on traffic safety improvements and related procurement considerations. Key discussions included the evaluation of solar-powered and hardwired crosswalk systems, with cost estimates around $7,100 for solar setups, though concerns about feasibility due to building heights were noted. The commission also reviewed parking regulations in city-owned lots, emphasizing the need for updated signage and potential hotline support, pending city council decisions. A significant agenda item was the proposal and approval of a 60-day trial for a three-way stop sign at a problematic intersection to improve sightlines and reduce speeding. Additionally, the commission discussed a federally supported demonstration project to install speed cushions as traffic calming devices on selected streets, with grant funding available and plans to collect data during a two-month trial. Updates on ongoing capital improvement projects, including sidewalk and road work on several streets, were provided. The commission also highlighted the full funding secured from MassDOT for the Culver replacement project on Keys Road, signaling upcoming infrastructure work. The meeting concluded with procedural updates on issue tracking and scheduling future meetings. Several motions related to traffic safety device trials and forwarding proposals to public safety for review were passed, reflecting active procurement and project planning efforts.