Town Office Hours

Monday through Friday: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm 

Property Tax Information for 2026-2027

A NOTE TO MADISON TAXPAYERS

Property owners should anticipate a tax increase this year, however, it is not expected to be nearly as significant as last year's.  The Town and its departments worked carefully to made budget reductions where possible while maintaining essential services before bringing the budget to town meeting for it to be voted on.  

We remain committed to responsible spending and doing our best by the Madison taxpayers an encourage residents to get involved in the budget process.

• TAX BILLS AND DUE DATES: Madison's fiscal year runs from July-June.  Tax bills are generally mailed in late August or early September. Payments can be mailed to:
  • Town of Madison - P.O. Box 190 - Madison, ME 04950
• 1ST PAYMENT: The first payment will be due September 15th or 30 days after 'commitment', whichever is later. This year it is anticipated to be 30 days after commitment, making the first payment due towards the end of September.
• MONTHLY TAX CLUB:  The Tax Club gives the opportunity to eligible property owners to spread tax payments into equal monthly payments.  As long as required payments remain current, interest is not charged to the account.
• https://www.madisonmaine.com/images/Tax_Club_Agreement.pdf
• HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION:  If you have owned a  home in Maine for at least 12 months and it is your permanent residence, you may qualify for Maine's Homestead Exemption.  The exemption reduces the taxable value of qualifying property.  Applications are available at the Town Office.
• TAX MAPS:  Local tax maps are available in PDF format here on the Town website.
• PROPERTY TAX CARDS: The Town can email property tax cards upon request.
• ADDRESS CHANGES:  Please notify the Town Office when your mailing address changes so that tax bills and notices are sent to the correct address.
• TAX LIEN PROCESS:  If property taxes remain unpaid, Maine law establishes a municipal tax lien process.
  • Mid June: a 30-day lien notice is generally sent.
  • Mid July: if still unpaid, a tax lien may be recorded at the Somerset County Registry of Deeds.
  • 18 months after recording: The lien may mature into automatic foreclosure in accordance with Maine law
• TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS: 
  • PROPERTY TAX FAIRNESS CREDIT, may provide assistance to qualifying residents.  Maine Revenue services: (207) 624-9784
  • MAINE STATE TAX DEFERRAL PROGRAM: questions may be directed to Maine Revenue Services, Property Tax Division: (207) 624-5600 or email:

Please contact the Town Office with questions regarding bills, payments, Tax Club, exemptions, property cards, address changes, or general tax collection, Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00 pm.

Upcoming Meetings

August 31, 2026: Tax Commitment Assessors Meeting 5:30PM at OPA Meeting Room

September 8, 2026: Planning Board Meeting 6:30PM at OPA Meeting Room

📢 Public Feedback Box Now Available at the Town Office!

The Town of Madison has placed a Public Feedback Box in the Town Office lobby to gather resident input on current ordinance projects.

Current topics include:
• Public Spaces Ordinance
• Setback Ordinance (currently being prepared for a public hearing)

• Comprehensive Plan Feedback

Community feedback is an important part of the ordinance drafting process. It helps the Planning Board, Select Board, and Town Planner better understand the perspectives of residents, including those who may not be able to attend public meetings.

If you are a Madison resident, we encourage you to stop by, complete one of the available feedback forms, and place it in the box. Please keep comments constructive, as every submission will be reviewed and considered during the drafting process.

Thank you for helping shape the future of the Town of Madison!

Comprehensive Plan Updates

Next Meeting is August 25, 2026 at 5:30PM at the OPA Meeting Room.

CLICK HERE: To view more information about the comprehensive plan and for the QR code to take the survey!

Survey link: CLICK HERE By submitting your name you are entering into a drawing for a prize from a local business!

Chapters:

Community Profile- CLICK HERE

Library Ramp CLOSED:Until Further Notice 

The Town of Madison is currently accepting bids for the library ramp. Please see attachments for more information or call the town office and ask to speak with the Town Manager (696-3971)

More Information: Click Here

Blueprint: Click Here

The Town of Madison is currently accepting bids for cemetery restoration. Please see attachments for more information.

Proposal Submission Deadline: August 17, 2026  

Contact the Finance Office (207-696-4170 or  to gain Cemetery addresses if needed.  

More Information: Click Here

 The Town of Madison has an immediate opening for the following positions:

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER: Job Description Click Here

APPLICATION: Click Here

If you are interested in either position please email  or call 696-5622.

Hiring Updates

 NEED HELP WITH FOOD?

CLICK HERE for a list of area food banks in central Maine

 Helpful Links:

To renew a current motor vehicle registration click here. 

For hunting/fishing/boat & ATV registrations click here

For a list of general resources for residents click here

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Building Permits Required

Maine Uniform Building & Energy Code (MUBEC) requires building permits for nearly all types of structures and renovations.  Click here for more details 

Waste Management Hours

Madison residents can take trash and recycling to the Crossroads Landfill on Airport Road in Norridgewock.  The facility is open Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9:30am to 6:00pm, and Saturdays from 7:30am to 4:00pm.  A sticker that indicates you are from Madison is required.  Stickers are available at no charge from the Town Office. 

A Green Economy

With millions of dollars invested in greenhouse farming and new forest products, Madison's business development is going green. 

GO-Lab in Madison

GO-Lab founder and president Josh Henry sat down with Town Manager Tim Curtis and host Chris Perkins for segment of "Now You Know" on Somerset County Television Channel 11.  Click here to view the program. 

Madison is home to TIMBERHP, click here to view their impact video!

Living Well in Madison 

Madison has a Living Well Steering Committee working to implement an Age-Friendly Action Plan.  Click here to see the latest updates 

Online Burn Permits

Online service available free of charge to residents of Madison. 

Consumer Fireworks 

Summertime fun usually includes consumer fireworks.  Please be considerate of your neighbors.  State law says no displays after 10pm. 

Comprehensive Plan 

The Madison Comprehensive Plan was most recently updated in 2014. The entire plan is available for review at the Town Office.  Currently the Planning Board is undertaking a 2025 update to the plan.