Government · Historic District Commission
Historic District Commission approves porch modifications, tables wall project
The Historic District Commission approved exterior modifications and tabled a retaining wall project decision.
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Government · Board of Selectmen
Selectmen table affordable housing ordinance, approve coastal flood studies
The Board of Selectmen unanimously tabled a proposed Affordable Housing Trust Fund Ordinance and approved two studies totaling $49,930 to address flooding on Green Hill Road Extension, pending Board of Finance approval.
Government · Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency
Inland Wetlands Agency Walks Long Shore Lane Site
Madison's Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency held a site walk for application #26-28 on Long Shore Lane, a 22-acre property proposed for a single-family residence with driveway, culvert, and utility work in the 100-foot inland wetland upland review area.
Government · Shellfish Commission
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.
Government · Planning & Zoning Commission
Planning and Zoning Commission approves three downtown and housing projects
Madison Planning and Zoning Commission approved three applications in a single night.
Government · Tree Advisory Committee
Tree Advisory Committee Plans September Report to Board
The Tree Advisory Committee, led by Chair Al Gross, agreed to present a progress report to the Board of Selectmen on September 21, outlining education programs, a draft tree care policy, and plans for greater involvement in town development decisions.
Government · Affordable Housing Committee
Committee Addresses Trust Fund Financing Concerns Before August 24 Hearing
The Affordable Housing Committee discussed public concerns about a proposed Affordable Housing Trust Fund, with Michael Kaminsky, chair, along with members Mark Edmiston and Richard Talentino, emphasizing that the fund can operate through multiple financing mechanisms beyond tax receipts and any…
Government · Advisory Committee on Community Appearance (ACCA)
ACCA approves 18-unit Mill Road residential cluster development
Madison's Advisory Committee on Community Appearance approved six applications at its August 18 special meeting, including an 18-unit residential cluster on Mill Road.
Contractor Delays Fire House Expansion to September 21
Contractor Munger notified the town that the Fire House Expansion would not open until September 21. The town required Munger to provide an assessment and action plan by August 17 and attend an August 27 committee meeting.
Government · Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Board denies Historical Society generator variance
Madison Zoning Board approved two residential variances and denied a Historical Society generator request.
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