During the meeting, the council took time to acknowledge the dedication and professionalism of the Madison Police Department’s employees of the month, Patrolman Chris Buren, Patrolman Austin Nash, and Corporal Nelson Jimenez.

The celebration of Pride Month was marred by the vandalism of Pride flags in downtown Madison, an act that prompted the council to reiterate the importance of diversity and unity. The Madison High School’s Gender and Sexuality Alliance club expressed their gratitude for the council’s support of the LGBTQ+ community.

This proclamation honored the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States.

Addressing community infrastructure and efficiency, the council discussed the decentralized setup of the borough, which has been a source of inconvenience for residents needing to make payments and obtain permits from various departments. However, it was determined that centralizing these services would be too costly and burdensome for residents.

The introduction of a new accounting rule, GASB 96, was another significant topic, with the council noting that the audit related to the rule would be finalized soon. This rule requires the borough to list all subscription contracts longer than one year.

The Public Works and Engineering report mentioned post-event clean-up efforts following the Memorial Day Parade and improvements to the Recreation field to accommodate all sports teams. Meanwhile, the Mechanical Services Group, in collaboration with the police department, installed a new radar board to improve traffic safety.

The Utilities report provided updates on the daily operations of the water department, including the commencement of painting hydrates and a water meter replacement initiative that has seen 25 meters changed since the last council meeting. The electric utility department reported on a recent power outage and ongoing projects to enhance service reliability.

The Recreation Activity Committee informed the council about the winding down of the spring sports schedule and the upcoming summer programs. The committee also reported successful revenue generation from the Morris Elite cup youth soccer tournament.

The Community Affairs report celebrated the success of the Madison Farm and Artisan Market and the upcoming Bottle Hill Day. The Madison Chamber of Commerce announced their annual Awards dinner, while the Health Department urged residents to participate in the Morris County Health needs assessment and provided tips for mosquito protection during West Nile Virus season.

During the public comment period, the council received feedback from residents on various topics. Judy Troll from Friends of Drew Forest shared insights into the local ecosystem and announced guided tours and an amphibian research project. Jonathan Ying raised concerns about pedestrian safety and accessibility for people with disabilities, prompting a council response to address these issues.

Chief Wickman provided an update on the Madison EMS services, highlighting the successful coverage of events and emergencies, the positive feedback received, and the implementation of new equipment and technology. Concerns about the financial aspect of the EMS division and the status of soft billing were also addressed.

Lastly, the council introduced ordinances for the municipal open space fund and the purchase of a new ambulance, which were approved. The consent agenda, including multiple resolutions, was passed, and vouchers for various funds totaling $295,400 were also approved.