Madison Board of Health approves ordinance permitting backyard chickens
Madison Board of Health unanimously approved two ordinances, including one permitting backyard chickens. The 7-0 votes on August 3 adopted Ordinance BH 2026-1 (managed care of chickens) and Ordinance BH 2026-2 (amendments to Chapter 218 nuisances regulations). Health Officer Megan Avallone reported