Madison 2015 Election Guide: The Candidates, Polling Places, Sample Ballot

The municipal election in Madison is on Tuesday, Nov. 3 and it features Republican challenger Tom Banisch against Democratic challenger Joan Walker. Incumbent GOP First Selectman Fillmore McPherson decided against seeking reelection.

In their own words the candidates explain why they feel they have earned your vote.

Banisch said in his profile piece, “It’s important to give back and to give of yourself to others,” Banisch said. “That’s what I want people to know. I care about the people of this town, and I care for this town. I put my heart and soul into everything I do.”

Read the full Tom Banisch profile here: Profile: Madison GOP First Selectman Candidate Tom Banisch

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Walker in her profile piece said, “We need to have a senior tax freeze. We need to allow and give our seniors a chance to remain in their house until they decide to leave. They can’t be forced out.”

Read the full Joan Walker profile piece here: Profile: Madison Democratic First Selectman Candidate Joan Walker

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Madison Ballot

To review what the Madison ballot looks like from the Secretary of State’s office please click here. It includes the names of all Madison candidates running for office.

Madison Polling Places

If you’re unsure where to vote you can click here to learn that information.

Madison Political Candidates

A municipal election is a lot more than just the first selectman’s race.

Click here to read about each of the Republican candidates for office in Madison including the selectmen, school board, finance board, assessment and Zoning Board of Appeals candidates.

Click here to read about each of the Democratic candidates for office in Madison including the selectmen, school board, finance board, assessment and Zoning Board of Appeals candidates.