Madison Lays Out Digital Welcome Mat for New Residents

A welcome message from Madison's mayor followed by useful information about garbage and recycling pickup, pet licenses, train station parking and other topics are featured on a Borough of Madison Web page for new residents.

Madison Mayor Bob Conley said in an announcement about the new page that "all of the information they need is right at their fingertips" and thanked IT Director Jim Sanderson and summer intern Joyce Wu for their contributions to the project.

Conley's message on the page gives an overview of the community of around 16,000 residents and what makes it special.

"The dedication that our citizens have to civic engagement makes this town a truly special place, and more than one hundred non-profit organizations and service clubs provide support to the community," Conley says. 

"Our bustling business district features top-notch restaurants and retail stores that are owned by Madison residents and have deep roots here. We are proud to host hundreds of local businesses, a world-class library, and train station with mid-town direct service to New York City."

He also touts Madison's public schools, parks, theaters and downtown.

What do you think new Madison residents ought to know to make the most of living in the borough?