Town of Lincoln highlights hobby-farm law, local history and community events in county presentation

Jen, representing the Town of Lincoln, presented a 10–15 minute overview of the town's character, history and recent initiatives, telling supervisors why residents value rural life and local agriculture.

Jen said Lincoln was officially established in 1896 after separating from the town of Lennox and described the town's agricultural roots and small industries that once operated in hamlets such as Clockville. She highlighted recent local efforts: a new hobby-farm law intended to encourage small-scale farming and educational opportunities, the new town building opened in 2018, and continued community events including fall fest, Easter egg hunts, Earth Day cleanups and volunteer-run activities supported by the volunteer fire department and 4-H.

Jen also described natural and historic assets, including scenic views toward Oneida Lake and a William G. Pomeroy Foundation historical marker recognizing Lincoln's role in early anti-slavery organizing. She said the hobby-farm law aims to balance support for small farms and home-based agricultural activity with neighbor protections and community standards.

The presentation included photographs and video of local scenes, volunteer activities and parks. Jen emphasized volunteerism and local institutions' role in sustaining rural community life. "Lincoln isn't just where we live, it's where we call home," she said.

What happens next: the presentation serves as outreach to county supervisors and does not itself change county policy; town leaders will continue local implementation of the hobby-farm law and community programming.

Source: Town of Lincoln presentation to Madison County Board of Supervisors.