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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

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Government · Board of Health

Board introduces ordinances on chickens and pest control

Madison Board of Health introduces ordinances on chickens and pest control. Board President Dr. Joseph Balwierczak led introduction of Ordinance BH 2026-1 for managed care of chickens and Ordinance BH 2026-2 to strengthen pest-control enforcement, each voted 6 to 0 with one member absent. The pest

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Government · Board of Health

Madison Board of Health discusses chicken-keeping ordinance

Madison Board of Health discusses chicken-keeping rules with resident input. The board met April 6 under President Dr. Joseph Balwierczak and heard from Assistant Health Officer Nicole Rondon on January and February health reports with no significant issues reported. The board reviewed draft

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Government · Board of Health

Board of Health approves vital records deputy registrar appointment

Madison Board of Health approves appointment of Elizabeth Osborne as deputy registrar of vital statistics. Board President Dr. Joseph Balwierczak presided over all seven board members' vote to appoint Borough Clerk Elizabeth Osborne to the position. Health Officer Megan Avallone reported successful

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Government · Board of Health

Board of Health reorganizes; Balwierczak elected president

Madison Board of Health reorganizes and approves four resolutions unanimously at January meeting. Dr. Joseph Balwierczak was elected president and Cassaundra Sledge vice-president at the reorganization meeting, with all seven board members voting yes on four consent agenda resolutions covering 2026

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