Madison Village Area
Click here to watch a video explaining more about the Madison Village Area
Statement of Purpose: Certain areas of the Town of Madison are more densely populated. The purpose of this chapter is to set a boundary to be called the Madison Village Area where there is a population density of at least 500 residential dwellings per square mile. This chapter serves as a reference point for future ordinances that may pertain to protecting property values in densely populated areas.
Definition: An area within the Town of Madison consisting of more densely populated homes and businesses.
Criteria: More than 500 residential homes per square mile.
Area: The intersection of Kennebec Street and Old Point Avenue marks the beginning of the Village Area extending northbound along Old Point Avenue through the intersection with Main Street and continuing to the intersection of Old Point and Wedge Street. The intersection of Water Street and Main Street marks the beginning of the Village Area extending eastbound along Main Street to the Madison Area Health Center on Garden Street. The Village area extends along Preble Avenue to the intersection with Cedar Street, along Madison Avenue to the intersection with Learner’s Lane, along Park Street to the entrance to Forest Hill Cemetery and also includes Nathan Street to the Madison Boat Landing.
See a map of the proposed Madison Village Area
Special Town Meeting
On Wednesday night February 25th there will be a Special Town Meeting to take action on a citizen's petition regarding the elimination of the Madison Board of Assessors. This meeting begins at 7pm at the Madison Junior High Auditorium. Residents will be asked if they want to abolish the seperate board of assessors and transfer the Town's assessing functions to the Board of Selectmen.
This meeting will not have any bearing on the 2014 Town Valuation or the 2014 Valuation of Madison Paper Industries.
If you are a registered voter in the Town of Madison, please make plans to attend.
Halloween Happenings
In Town there are a number of safe, fun places for kids to "Trick or Treat" and for families and businesses to get in on the fun. Halloween night October 31st from 5 to 7 at the Main Street Park it's the second annual "Trunk or Treat" with cars parked around the parking lot with trunks open, decorated and yes FULL OF CANDY! If your family or business would like to decorate a trunk call 431 0155 for more information.
Across the street at Maplecrest Nursing Home the staff and residents will be handing out candy to Trick or Treaters from 5 - 7 pm.
And just down the road Foshay's Information Booth it another candy spot on Halloween Night.
Special Town Meeting - Local Tax Rate
Tax bill have not been sent out for 2014 because Town Officials are still working to set the official tax rate for the year. The change in valuation at Madison Paper (UPM Madison) will cause a signficant increase in the tax rate. An information meeting and Special Town Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday September 16th to discuss options and vote on proposals to provide residents with some tax relief. The meeting begins at 7pm at the Madison Junior High School.
The following links provide more detailed information
7 Year Tax Relief Proposal This spread sheet shows detailed estimates of the Town's Valuation, the Amount needed to Fund the Budget, and tax rates over the next 7 years. This proposal assumes the use of a $2.5 Million line of credit.
Informational Video This 10 minute presentation breaks down the current tax situation in Madison in an easy to understand format.
Legal Opinions Questions have been raised regarding the authority of the Board of Assessors to set valuations. This document provides some answers in an email to Town Manager Dana Berry from Susanne F. Pligrim, Staff Attorney with the Maine Municipal Association.
Local Tax Information
You can search for property information through Harris Real Estate
Click Here to find information on how to pay your taxes including the tax club program
Updated Tax Maps This link will show you all 43 Madison tax maps and the index that shows the area each map represents. Copies are available for a fee at the Town Office. Call 696-3971 for more details.
2025 Commitment Book Real Estate
2025 Commitment Book Personal Property
2024 Commitment Book Real Estate
2024 Commitment Book Personal Property
2023 Commitment Book Real Estate
2023 Commitment Book Personal Property
2022 Commitment Book Real Estate
2022 Commitment Book Personal Property
2021 Commitment Book Real Estate
2021 Commitment Book Personal Property
2020 Commitment Book Real Estate
2020 Commitment Book Personal Property
Select Board Meeting Minutes
December 30, 2014 Meeting Minutes
December 22, 2014 Meeting Minutes
December 8, 2014 Meeting Minutes
November 24, 2014 Meeting Minutes
November 10, 2014 Meeting Minutes
October 27, 2014 Meeting Minutes
October 14, 2014 Meeting Minutes
September 22, 2014 Meeting Minutes
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Board of Ethics
Chapter 49-4 of the Madison Code of Ordinances establishes the Ethics Board to render advisory opinions to the Select Board on issues that could be considered a breach of ethics. The current board members are:
Corey Estes (2025)
Eric Lahti (2025)
John Kenney (2025)
Wendy Boynton (2025)
Luke Hartwell (Alternate)
Stacy Jordan
Boards & Committees
The following boards are filled through the local election process
Madison Public Library Board of Trustees
Madison Electric Works Board of Directors
Anson-Madison Sanitary District
The following boards and committees are appointed by the Madison Board of Selectmen
Advisory Board (considers and makes recommendations regarding municipal budget and capital expenditures)
Board of Ethics (advisory to the Board of Selectmen regarding Code of Ethics situations)
Maps
Click on the link to the map that you are interested in.
In Town Street Maps
Contact Us
Town Manager: Cheyenne Stevens
Phone: 207-696-3971
Tax Assessor's Agent: Shirley Bartlett
Phone: 207-318-8250
Treasurer/Town Clerk/Registrar of Voters: Cheyenne Stevens
Phone: 207-696-5622
Fire Chief: Don French
Phone: 207-696-4146
Police: Sheriff Dale Lancaster
Phone: 207-474-9591
Road Commissioner: Jeffrey Wright
Phone: 207-696-5378
Code Enforcement Officer: Danny Moody
Phone: 207-696-3971
Welfare Director: Cheyenne Stevens
Phone: 207-696-3971
What's Happening
Town Office Hours
Monday through Friday: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
UNOFFICIAL ELECTION RESULTS JUNE 9, 2026
Democratic Primary Results: CLICK HERE
Republican Primary Results: CLICK HERE
SAD #59 Results: CLICK HERE
Local Election Results: CLICK HERE
Notice: The previous American Legion Building (Located near Renys Parking Lot) will be in the process of removal the 1st week of June.
Visit https//madisonme.myrec.com/ to register for Summer Rec. Fall Grades 1st-6th 8AM to 1PM at the Main St Middle School for 3 weeks in July.
The Town of Madison is currently accepting bids until June 22nd at 4PM for the library ramp. Please see attachments for more information.
More Information: Click Here
Blueprint: Click Here
The Town of Madison has an immediate opening for the following positions:
TOWN CLERK: Job Description Click Here
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER: Job Description Click Here
APPLICATION: Click Here
If you are interested in either position please email or call 696-5622.
May 19, 2026, the Select Board voted to have Cheyenne Stevens be the New Town Manager.
*She will continue to work dual roles until a Town Clerk is hired.
Town Office Hours
Monday: 7:30 am - 11:30 am | 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Tuesday through Friday: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Until Further Notice
2026 Comprehensive Plan 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
Ash Street Brush Dump is CLOSED
Somerset Public Health wants to hear from you! Click here for a survey about Veteran Services and Barriers to Services. Please drop your completed surveys in the box at the Town Office. If you are unable to print it, Copies of the survey are available in the Town Office or can be mailed to you. Email the Town Manager to get your copy.
CLICK HERE to view the Unofficial Election Results for the Statewide Referendum November 4, 2025 for Madison, Maine
MAINE—Starting January 2, 2025, in-person Unemployment Insurance (UI) assistance will be available at CareerCenters across the state every Thursday. This service is designed to provide direct support to individuals navigating unemployment claims and related concerns. Find the CareerCenter closest to you by visiting https://www.mainecareercenter.gov/locations/ Somerset Broadband Coalition: The Somerset Broadband Coalition is an arm of the SEDC comprised of 27 community organizations to bridge the digital divide in Somerset County. Their mission is to ensure that residents have the ability to fully participate socially, have the tools necessary to support and prosper in health, education, community, employment and finances. Click here to learn more. For more information, please call 207-474-0166. Visit their website and sign up for classes today! -->
