Your Questions, Answered
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The MDTC is the official local organization representing the Democratic Party in Madison, Connecticut. Our mission is to recruit and support qualified candidates for local, state, and federal office, recommend residents for municipal boards and commissions, and advocate for policies that strengthen the Madison community.
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The MDTC meets on the third Thursday of every month at 7:30 PM. Meetings are currently held virtually to ensure broad access for all members and residents. You can access the official virtual meeting room link directly here
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Yes. In accordance with local transparency and civic participation practices, our regular monthly business meetings are open to the public for observation. When joining the virtual meeting, public attendees will be held briefly in a secure waiting room and admitted by the host as meeting business commences.
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You can register to vote online through the State of Connecticut’s Online Voter Registration System, by mail, or in person at the Madison Registrars of Voters office located in the Town Hall (Town Campus, 8 Meetinghouse Lane). To be eligible, you must be a U.S. citizen, a resident of Madison, and at least 18 years old by Election Day.
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Madison is divided into voting districts, and your polling place is determined by your residential address. Madison’s primary polling locations typically include Walter C. Polson Middle School and Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School. You can verify your specific polling location and voter registration status online via the CT Secretary of the State's look-up tool or by contacting the Madison Town Clerk.
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Absentee ballots are managed by the Madison Town Clerk’s office. You can download an application from the official Town of Madison website or pick one up at Town Hall. Once your completed application is verified by the Town Clerk, an official ballot will be issued to you. Completed ballots can be returned via mail or deposited into the secure municipal drop box located at Town Campus.
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Madison relies heavily on resident volunteers to staff its municipal boards, committees, and commissions (such as the Board of Finance, Planning & Zoning, and the Beach & Recreation Commission). The MDTC actively interviews and recommends registered Democrats and unaffiliated residents for these crucial roles. If you are interested in serving your town, please contact our nominations team at nominations@madisonctdems.org.
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Official committee members are elected every two years during the local primary cycle or endorsed through a caucus process. However, we are always looking for associate members, volunteers, and advocates to help with campaigns, digital infrastructure, and community outreach. If you want to get involved, reach out to us here.