Welcome to the City of the Four Freedoms
the City of Madison
The City of Madison, with a population of just over 3,000, was designated as one of the “Best Little Towns in Florida” by VISIT FLORIDA, and serves as the county seat for county government. For over 60 years, the city has served as home for North Florida Community College and as an out-campus for St. Leo University. Downtown Madison is filled with quaint gift shops, antique stores, outdoor shops and nice eateries. The downtown area is overflowing with classic 150 to nearly 200 year old homes and buildings.
In the heart of downtown Madison is Four Freedoms Park. The park is a beautifully landscaped city-block area containing a large gazebo and the Four Freedoms monument. This famous monument honors Colin P. Kelley, a former Madison County resident, recognized as the first U.S. hero of World War II and awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his bravery and valor in combat.
Madison is a Military Family and Community Covenant city. The Covenant is a public affirmation and pledge to support military personnel, military families, and veterans.
“The City of the Four Freedoms”
CITY OF MADISON, FLORIDA – NOTICE OF CITY COMMISSION VACANCY
The City of Madison, Florida is seeking to fill a Commission vacancy for District 2.
Pursuant to City Charter Sec. 14, Vacancies, Any vacancy in the commission shall be filled until the next regular municipal election by vote of the remaining members of the commission and may be filled only by a resident of the City of Madison from the district in which the vacancy exists; provided that if such vacancy is not filled within ten (10) days after it shall have occurred, appointment to fill the existing vacancy shall be made by the Governor and provided, therefore, that vacancies resulting from a recall election shall be filled in the manner hereinafter prescribed.
If you are a city resident and reside in District 2 of the City of Madison, Florida, and are interested in serving in this vacancy, please submit your name, a copy of your voter’s registration card, and a copy of your Driver’s License to Lee Anne Hall, City Clerk at 321 SW Rutledge Street, Madison, Florida 32340 or email to [email protected]. The deadline to submit is 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
The City Commission will consider qualified applicants at a Special Commission Meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.
Please contact Lee Anne Hall, City Clerk with any questions at (850) 973-5081 or via email [email protected]