Board Of Health Meeting Jul 27 2026

The City of Gardner, Massachusetts Board of Health held a meeting on July 27, 2026, addressing several public health and safety issues. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on asbestos abatement at the Waterford Community Center, where the city plans a full remediation of asbestos-containing materials in a two-story wing, with a contractor to be engaged for a non-traditional work plan as required by the Department of Environmental Protection. The board also discussed ongoing repair and safety projects at the landfill, including a pump repair project with a change order for additional electrical work, funded through allocated budget resources. Additionally, safety railings were ordered for the transfer station to improve worker safety. The meeting included a tobacco violation hearing resulting in a fine and permit suspension for a local store, with the board voting to uphold the penalties as mandated by state law. Budget updates confirmed funding approval for major projects, including landfill repairs and safety improvements. The board also announced the creation of a new safety coordinator position to oversee compliance and training at city facilities. No new contracts were awarded during the meeting, but several capital improvement projects and budget allocations were discussed with procurement implications.