News Flash

Posted on: December 10, 2023

Storm Alert

storm alert

Good morning, this is First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons with an important storm alert message. 

Confidence is increasing for a significant storm system to impact our area from Sunday night into Monday morning.  This may result in strong winds...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: December 8, 2023

Press Release

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TOWN OF MADISON, CONNECTICUT

PRESS RELEASE

December 7, 2023 - On Thursday, December 7th the Town of Madison sold $10,500,000 in 20-year bonds and $30,000,000 in one-year bond anticipation notes through a competitive bid process.  The bonds were pur...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: December 8, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman Community Update - Hanukkah

Assessment Notices 

Please note that In accordance with Connecticut General Statutes, the Town of Madison is completing a Revaluation of all real property for the October 1, 2023 Grand List.  New assessment notices have been mailed out. &...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: November 24, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

Small Business Saturday and Santa Comes to Town

Small Business Saturday comes to Madison on Saturday, November 25th. Businesses along Boston Post Road and Wall Street will be all decked out for the holidays. There will be something for everyone with hayrid...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: November 17, 2023

Thanksgiving Morning Road Closures - Turkey Trot

Turkey Trot Road Closures Thanksgiving Morning

The Madison Turkey Trot is held annually on Thanksgiving Day. The road race will require road closures and traffic disruptions. Please be aware the Boston Post Road between Jannas Lane and Durham Road (Route 79) will be closed from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m....

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: November 20, 2023

Campus Cares

Madison Employees Charitable Giving - Campus Cares

The employees of the Town of Madison and Madison Public Schools Central Office celebrated Thanksgiving together on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Creative employees continued the long-time tradition of crafting and donating table centerpieces which are raff...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: November 13, 2023

Thanksgiving Safety Tips

Thanksgiving Fire Safety Tips

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) urges added caution when cooking on Thanksgiving Day, by far the leading day of the year for home cooking fires. In 2021, an estimated 1,160 home cooking fires were reported to U.S...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: November 10, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

Community Update - Madison Town Seal with autumn leaves

Veterans Day

This Saturday, November 11th at 11:00 a.m. the Town, in coordination with local veterans organizations, will be holding Madison’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony at the monuments on the Town Green. All are welcome to attend this commemo...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: November 9, 2023

Strategic Plan Public Informational Meeting

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The Town of Madison will be holding a Public Informational Meeting on Monday, November 13th at 6:00 p.m., at Town Campus, Room A, and remote via Zoom to discuss a draft of the Town’s Strategic Plan. This draft plan is a result of community feedb...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: November 1, 2023

Public Meetings on the Senior Tax Relief Ordinance Proposed Revisions

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The town will be holding two public meetings to discuss and solicit feedback from residents on the proposed revisions to the Tax Abatement & Freeze Program for Certain Elderly and/or Totally Disabled Homeowners Ordinance. Town staff, the Board of Sele...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: October 27, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

2023 Municipal Elections

Election Day is Tuesday, November 7th. Please read the important information below.  Absentee Ballots are available in the Town Clerk’s office through November 6th.  You can obtain an Absentee Ballot App...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: October 17, 2023

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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PROCLAMATION

Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 2023

WHEREAS, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness of this complex disease and fund research into its causes, treatment, and cure. Since 1985, individuals, busine...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: October 17, 2023

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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PROCLAMATION

Domestic Violence Awareness Month, October 2023

WHEREAS, the family is the foundation of a safe and healthy community.  It is a goal of this administration for our communities to be safe, and;

WHEREAS, the problem of domestic violence a...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: October 13, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

Bauer Park Harvest Festival

Tomorrow, October 14th from 11 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. the Town will be hosting a great fall tradition - the Bauer Park Harvest Festival at Bauer Park on Copse Road at the intersection with Hunter's Trail. This is a free, fam...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: October 2, 2023

Madison Awarded $401K STEAP Grant

Madison Awarded $401K STEAP Grant for the Town Campus Gym Floor 

The Town of Madison is pleased to announce the recent award of a $401,600 from the 2023 Small Town Economic Recovery Assistance Program (STEAP) to assist the Town in making improveme...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: September 15, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

As we enter a weekend filled with lots of outdoor activities, please be aware that Hurricane Lee is expected to remain far off the coast of Connecticut but may result in some strong winds, moderate rain and minor coastal flooding. Please plan accordingly....

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Eversource TRRP Program

Eversource Transmission Right of Way Reliability Program  Presentation September 2023

I am pleased to announce some important modifications to Eversource's tree removal policy relating to the Transmission Right of Way Reliability Program (TRRP). If you are a resident impacted by TRRP, please refer to the revised policy highlighted...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: September 11, 2023

Public Hearing Notice

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LEGAL NOTICE - TOWN OF MADISON - PUBLIC HEARING

The legal voters of the Town of Madison are hereby warned and notified that the town will conduct a Public Hearing on Monday, September 18, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in Room A at Madison Town Campus, 8 Campus Drive a...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: September 1, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

End of Summer Season

As we enter the Labor Day Weekend, the Town can no longer fully staff our beach facilities, including lifeguards, due to our summer staff returning to school. Please be mindful when attending our beaches, especially with children, that...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: August 18, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

End of Summer Season

As we wind down the last days of August, I want to remind residents that we are approaching the end of our summer season at our Town beaches. Many of our summer staff will begin to return to school, and the Town may no longer be able t...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: August 9, 2023

Utility Pole Removal Begins in Downtown Madison

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August 9, 2023 - The Town of Madison is pleased to announce that the construction work relating to the removal of the overhead wires and utility poles for selected properties on the south side of Boston Post Road downtown has begun

Additional Info... 1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: August 4, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

While we continue to experience extreme hot weather throughout the summer months, the Town will continue to activate cooling centers for residents to escape the heat when necessary. Please visit the Town website for more information on cooling center loca...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: July 26, 2023

Tax Payment Reminder

Notice from the Tax Collector

The first installment of tax on the 2022 Grand List was due July 1, 2023. The last day to pay the July 1, 2023 installment without penalty is August 1, 2023 (US Postmark). Payments not bearing a US Postmark must be received by 4:30 p.m. on August 1, 2023 ...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: July 19, 2023

Meet Madison's Top Dog

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Meet Tutti, Madison’s #1 Dog!

Congratulations goes out to Tutti, a delightful 7-year-old English Bulldog. She was born in Georgia and spent her early life producing puppies. She was retired from her breeder duties and ended up in a Boxer Rescue i...

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Top Dog 1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: July 21, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

While we continue to experience extreme hot weather throughout the summer months, the Town will continue to activate cooling centers for residents to escape the heat when necessary. Please visit the Town website for more information on cooling center loca...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: July 7, 2023

Madison Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

Cooling Center at the Senior Center Open Tonight until 8 p.m.

The Town of Madison’s Cooling Center will be open until 8 p.m. tonight at the Madison Senior Center at 29 Bradley Road. We are in the final day of a 3-day heat wave spreading across the state. H...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: July 6, 2023

Notice from the Tax Collector

Notice from the Tax Collector

The first installment of tax on the 2022 Grand List was due July 1, 2023. The last day to pay the July 1, 2023 installment without penalty is August 1, 2023 (US Postmark). Payments not bearing a US Postmark must be received by 4:30pm on August 1, 2023 to ...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: June 23, 2023

Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

Strategic Plan Survey Extended to July 7th

Please note that the deadline for the Town’s  Strategic Plan Survey has been extended to July 7, 2023.   Your voice is a very important part of the Town’s strategic planning process which was lau...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: June 9, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

High School Graduation A special congratulations to the Daniel Hand Class of 2023! The Board of Education will be conducting a graduation ceremony Friday, June 16th on the Town Green starting at 6 p.m.  I want to applaud this amazing group of you...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: June 2, 2023

In-person Strategic Plan Opportunities

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The town needs your feedback for the Strategic Plan! Here are two important ways you can give us your feedback!

  1. Attend the Community Visioning Session on Tuesday, June 6th from 6 to 8 pm at the Madison Senior Center Cafe. Refreshments wil...
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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: June 2, 2023

Community Visioning Session, Madison Strategic Plan

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We encourage residents to attend our Strategic Plan Community Visioning Session on Tuesday, June 6th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Madison Senior Center. 

Come share your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions on ways to preserve and improve Madison&...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: May 26, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's Community Update

Memorial Day Weekend Parade

The Town, in partnership with the American Legion and VFW, will be honoring our fallen veterans this Monday, May 29th, with our Memorial Day Parade followed by a remembrance ceremony on the Town Green. The Parade will step off a...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: May 16, 2023

Budget Referendum Final Results

budget referendum final results

The Town and the Madison Public Schools budgets have both passed.

Final Results 1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: May 12, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

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Town Strategic Plan SurveyWe are very excited to announce the launch of our Strategic Plan Survey! Your voice is a very important part of this strategic planning process, and your unique perspective and feedback will help shape the future of the Town of M...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: May 4, 2023

Congressman Courtney Visits Madison

May 2, 2023 - Congressman Joe Courtney toured some of Madison's latest projects with town officials.

First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons, Congressman Joe Courtney, Beach & Recreation Director Austin Hall and Salt Meadow Park Chair Alex Wetmore toure...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: April 28, 2023

Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

Green-up, Clean-up Day ??Madison’s Annual Green Up, Clean Up Day is tomorrow, Saturday, April 29th from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. rain or shine. This community event has been helping to resolve the problem of roadside litter for many years now. Che...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: April 14, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

Cannabis SurveyThe Town is soliciting feedback from voters on the issue of cannabis regulation in our Town. The survey is open to residents who will be eligible to purchase cannabis in the next year, and can be found on our website.  Paper copies...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: March 31, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's community update

Town Strategic Plan 

 April begins a town-wide initiative to develop a 10-year strategic plan. A strategic plan will establish Madison’s overall, long-term vision for the future, serve as a roadmap to meet community goals and ob...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: March 17, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's Community Update

Summer 2023 

As we start to enjoy the signs of spring, the Town is getting ready for the 2023 summer beach season. Registration is now open for most summer camps and programs. Please visit the Beach & Recreation website for more information on...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: March 3, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's Community Update

New! Town of Madison App

The Town is now offering many ways to receive information about important activities and events. The Town recently launched a new MadisonCT mobile app to make it easier to access public services and find information about town even...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: February 24, 2023

Public Help Requested in Identifying Bank Robbery Suspect

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Press Release

On Friday, Feb 24, 2023 at approximately 10:48 hours, the Madison Police Department responded to a report of a bank robbery at the Essex Savings Bank located at 99 Durham Road in the Town of Madison, Connecticut.  Investigators from ...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: February 24, 2023

Police Department - Accreditation Portal for Public Comment

Madison Police Department - CALEA portal

Accreditation Public Comment Portal – NEW

The purpose of this public portal is to receive comments regarding both the Madison Police Department and the Madison Emergency Communications Center compliance with CALEA standards, engagement in the service commu...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: February 17, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's Community Update

Fire at the E.C. Scranton Accessory Building

As many of you are aware, on the evening of February 13th there was a structure fire on the second floor of an accessory building being renovated by the E. C. Scranton Library.  We are so grateful for t...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: February 3, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

First Selectwoman's Community Update

Warming Center Open this Weekend

Due to the severe cold weather forecast for this weekend, the Madison Senior Center, located at 29 Bradley Road, will be open as a Warming Center for Madison residents on the following schedule:

  • Friday, February 3rd: 8:30 a....
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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: January 30, 2023

Madison Awarded $1 million of federal funding to improve the Town’s Emergency Shelter

PLyons and Sen Blumenthal Emergency Shelter

The Town of Madison is pleased to announce the recent award of a $1 million from the federal Community Project Funding program to assist the Town in upgrading its emergency shelter facility. Funding for this grant was approved as part of the Fiscal 2023 C...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Results of the Academy Community Center Survey

View Academy Survey Results

Thank you to all who participated in the Academy Community Center Advisory Committee.  

View the results of the survey. 

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View the results of the survey 1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: January 20, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

Annual Town Meeting

Please join the Board of Selectmen on Wednesday, February 1 at 6:00 p.m. in person at the Madison Town Campus or via zoom for the Annual Town Meeting. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the state of the Town, review the Five Year...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: January 11, 2023

Revaluation 2023

Revaluation 2023

The Town of Madison has contracted with Vision Government Solutions, Inc. to complete the town-wide revaluation of all real property effective for the October 1, 2023 Grand List as required by State Statute.

Data Collectors from Vision will be conducting v...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: January 9, 2023

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Law Enforcement Appreciation Day - January 9th

January 9th, National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day serves as a reminder that we appreciate - every day - our men and women who protect and serve our wonderful town of Madison. Thank you Madison Police!

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: January 9, 2023

January is National Radon Action Month

Madison CT Health Department Radon Test Kits Available

FREE radon in air test kits are available in limited quantities while supplies last at the Madison Health Department.  

You can’t see, smell or taste radon, but it could be present at a dangerous level in your home. Radon is the leading ...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: January 6, 2023

First Selectwoman's Community Update

Community Update from the Madison Connecticut First Selectwoman

Noreen Kokoruda

I want to acknowledge the recent passing of Board of Selectmen member and former State Representative Noreen Kokoruda on December 21, 2022. An ardent public servant until her final days, Noreen leaves a lasting legacy of compassion, service...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: December 13, 2022

New Office Hours

New Office Hours 1-1-2023

Effective January 1, 2023 the Town Hall will have new Public Hours of Operation:

Monday – Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 

Friday: 8:30 a.m. – noon 

Approved by the Board of Selectmen on Tuesday, December 6, 2022. 

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: December 24, 2022

Storm Update - Warming / Charging Center

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Good afternoon, this is First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons with an update on the impact of the winter storm.  

Currently, the Town has less than 200 customers without power and Eversource is informing us that Town wide restoration is expected by 6 p.m....

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: December 22, 2022

Board of Selectmen Member Noreen Kokoruda

Seal of the Town of Madison Connecticut

It is with great sadness that I announce today the recent passing of Madison Board of Selectmen member and former State Representative Noreen Kokoruda. Right up until her final days, Noreen was a dedicated public servant who loved this town dearly, servin...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Storm Message

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Good evening, this is First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons with important information relating to a powerful winter storm event expected to impact Madison over the next few days.  

Unfortunately, as we enter a very busy time of year, a powerful storm tom...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: December 16, 2022

First Selectwoman's Community Update

Community Update from the Madison Connecticut First Selectwoman

Academy Community Center Survey

Please take a moment to have your voice heard about the potential future programming at the Academy Community Center. The Town’s Academy Community Center Advisory Committee is conducting a survey of Town residents ...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: December 15, 2022

Press Release

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TOWN OF MADISON, CONNECTICUT

PRESS RELEASE

On Tuesday, December 13th the Town of Madison sold $8,200,000 in one-year bond anticipation notes through a competitive bid process.  The notes were purchased by Jefferies LLC at an effective rate of 2.772...

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1. Madison Homepage News
Posted on: November 17, 2022

Campus Cares

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The employees of the Town of Madison and Madison Public Schools Central Office celebrated Thanksgiving together on Thursday, November 17, 2022. Creative employees continued the tradition of crafting and donating table centerpieces. The centerpieces are ra...

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1. Madison Homepage News

News Flash

Posted on: July 26, 2023

Tax Payment Reminder

Notice from the Tax Collector

The first installment of tax on the 2022 Grand List was due July 1, 2023. The last day to pay the July 1, 2023 installment without penalty is August 1, 2023 (US Postmark). Payments not bearing a US Postmark must be received by 4:30 p.m. on August 1, 2023 ...

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Tax Collector
Posted on: July 6, 2023

Notice from the Tax Collector

Notice from the Tax Collector

The first installment of tax on the 2022 Grand List was due July 1, 2023. The last day to pay the July 1, 2023 installment without penalty is August 1, 2023 (US Postmark). Payments not bearing a US Postmark must be received by 4:30pm on August 1, 2023 to ...

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Tax Collector
Posted on: June 26, 2023

2022 Grand List Tax Bills

Notice from the Tax Office

The 2022 Grand List tax bills were mailed on June 21, 2023. The tax office is accepting payments in person along with the Tax Payment Drop Box which is located on the exterior wall of the Tax Collector’s Office. Tax bills are also viewable and p...

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Tax Collector

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