Shellfish Commission Approves Hydrosport Acquisition, Signage
Madison Shellfish Commission approved a Hydrosport watercraft acquisition and signage upgrade on August 20. The commission voted to take ownership of a 17-foot Hydrosport watercraft from Parks and Recreation and approved budget and work to begin operations.
Shellfish Commission · Meeting of August 20, 2026
CT MADISON — Madison Shellfish Commission approved a Hydrosport watercraft acquisition and signage upgrade on August 20. The commission voted to take ownership of a 17-foot Hydrosport watercraft from Parks and Recreation and approved budget and work to begin operations. Commissioner Walter Eichler also presented proposals to dispose of the existing boat and create five new signs with QR codes linking to real-time shellfish ground status; both were approved.
Commissioner Tony Paolitto proposed monitoring a one-quarter bushel limit for next season's Community Clam Dig, along with a checkout station and marked rakes. Commissioner David Leventhal reported that the town approved a Wastewater Management Plan without Shellfish Commission input; the board directed Commissioner Matthew Bowden to contact the First Selectmen's office to propose future participation.
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Source: the Shellfish Commission meeting of August 20, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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