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Madison Historical Society’s small landscape and bench at Lee Academy approved
Summary
The commission approved an 8x20 ft low‑maintenance stone‑dust sitting area, native plantings, a dogwood tree and a bench matching town benches at the Lee Academy entrance; the project is funded by a Bower Foundation grant and is intended as a modest beautification for a bicentennial event.
The Madison Planning & Zoning Commission approved a minor landscape improvement and bench installation at the Lee Academy entrance proposed by the Madison Historical Society.
Alex Garish, executive director of the Madison Historical Society, told commissioners the 8‑by‑20‑foot plan includes stone dust surfacing, a cobblestone border, native plantings and a dogwood tree, and that the bench was chosen to match benches already used around town. Garish said the project is supported by a grant from the Bower Foundation and is intended to create a low‑maintenance, welcoming place for visitors and for the town’s upcoming bicentennial activities.
Commissioners voiced general support and moved to approve the minor sitework. The motion carried by voice vote; the transcript does not record a roll‑call tally. Staff and commissioners encouraged the applicant to coordinate final planting details with town staff.
