May 22, 2025 Madison & Killingworth Vol. XXX Iss. 21
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BOS Weighs Next Steps After Academy Project Rejected By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer
At a May 13 meeting, the Madison Board of Selectmen reflected on the landslide rejection of the proposed Academy Community Center project at the May 6 referendum and collectively agreed it is time to move forward with next steps for a building that has stood vacant for 21 years.
Voters rejected the project by a margin of 3,670 to 1,413. By contrast, the town’s general and education budgets were approved by margins of 3,076 to 1,991 and 3,174 to 1,892, respectively. Selectwoman Jennifer Gordon said the results show that Madison residents understand how their tax dollars are spent and are thoughtful about where investments should be made.
“I think it sends a message to us as a board that it’s not that folks are against investment,” Gordon said. “They’re being discerning where and how their dollars are being spent. I think that’s a takeaway for us as we move forward looking at all kinds of projects.” First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons agreed, See BOS Weighs Next Steps page 12
To Market A Wave Hill Breads staff member selects a fresh loaf for a customer at the Madison Farmers Market on May 16. The market runs Fridays through Thanksgiving, featuring farm-fresh produce, artisanal breads, meats, cheeses, mushrooms, honey, and baked goods.
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George Delmhorst is leading the way for the Madison Memorial Day Parade...........................................2
Keep the Wins Coming H-K softball won three games last week, and boys’ tennis coasted to two victories................................18
A Show that Has Almost Everything Don’t miss Ragtime at Goodspeed...................................29