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Government · Planning Board

Madison Planning Board elects Baillie chair, reorganizes

Madison Planning Board reorganizes for 2026 with Baillie as chair. The board unanimously elected Astri Baillie as chairperson and George Limbach as vice chairperson at the January 13 virtual meeting. Four members took oaths of office: Baillie and Eric Range were re-appointed, while Aaron Cattani

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Madison Historic Preservation Commission reorganizes

Madison Historic Preservation Commission holds reorganization meeting, elects leadership and sets 2026 priorities. The commission unanimously elected Dr. Jill Rhodes as Chair and Christon Kellogg and Max Hart as Co-Vice Chairs. The commission outlined 2026 goals including Historic Preservation

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Government · Mayor & Council

Council directs study of Drew property development project

Madison Mayor and Council directed the Planning Board to investigate Drew University property parcels for potential redevelopment into 305 residential rental units, with 46 to be affordable, following settlement of litigation between the university and borough dated January 9, 2026. The Council

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Zoning board approves four home improvement projects

Madison Zoning Board of Adjustment unanimously approved four residential variance applications during its January meeting. The board granted relief from impervious lot coverage and setback requirements for homeowners on Wyndehurst Drive, Garfield Avenue, Sherwood Avenue, and Pine Tree Terrace.

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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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Government · Mayor & Council

Madison elects John Forte Council President at reorganization

Madison reorganized its government at the annual January meeting, electing Council Member John J. Forte President unanimously. The Council confirmed 40 resolutions establishing 2026 procedures and board appointments with a 6-0 vote. New Council Member Debra Coen and returning member Thomas

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