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Council approves nomination of preservation attorney Chris Cody to Historic District Board of Review

2902422 · April 9, 2025
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Summary

The council appointed Chris Cody to the Historic District Board of Review. Cody, an associate general counsel for the National Trust for Historic Preservation, described his background in preservation law and experience in state and nonprofit roles.

The Madison Common Council approved the nomination of Chris Cody to a vacant seat on the Historic District Board of Review. Cody, who lives in Madison, introduced himself and recounted work as an associate general counsel for the National Trust for Historic Preservation and prior roles including deputy state historic-preservation officer in Arizona and work with the Historic Charleston Foundation.

Cody said he looks forward to applying his professional experience to local preservation efforts. Council members welcomed him and noted preservation is a priority for the administration.

Ending: The appointment was approved by motion and immediate roll-call; Cody will serve on the Historic District Board of Review pending standard onboarding procedures.