Bauer Park approves memorial tree donations
The Bauer Park Advisory Committee voted to accept memorial tree donations from the Madison Masonic Lodge. Chairperson Theodore Rahman recommended planting the White Oak near the outdoor classroom, where a storm-toppled tree once stood; the Dogwood will be sited downstreet by the fence.
Bauer Park Advisory Committee · Meeting of August 26, 2026
CT MADISON — The Bauer Park Advisory Committee voted to accept memorial tree donations from the Madison Masonic Lodge. Chairperson Theodore Rahman recommended planting the White Oak near the outdoor classroom, where a storm-toppled tree once stood; the Dogwood will be sited downstreet by the fence. Tree Advisory Committee Advisor Al Goldberg proposed dedicating the plantings at the Fall Harvest Festival.
The committee also discussed festival logistics, requesting 40 additional chairs and setting a September deadline for vendor W9s and invoices. Donations totaling $750 have been received; the Festival sub-committee meets September 2.
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Source: the Bauer Park Advisory Committee meeting of August 26, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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