Madison Mayor Bob Courtney State of the City Address

(Madison, In) - Mayor Bob Courtney recently hosted his 2025 State of the City Address. Mayor Bob Courtney sat down with Trevor Crafton for an open conversation about Madison. To watch the full video, click here.

The mayor talked about the street department’s efforts to keep the riverfront looking its best. With the high-water levels from the snow and rain. When the water receded that left dirt and debris along Vaughn Drive. He talked about the decorating of downtown, switching from hearts in February to shamrocks for March. He even talked about a hidden four-leaf clover. Every child who finds it and reports the location to City Hall will be entered in the drawing to win day passes to Crystal Beach Aquatic Park. The contest ends March 17. 

Madison hosted Indiana Secretary of State, Diego Morales, in Madison. After enjoying a meal at Hinkle's, Mayor Bob Courtney and city staff discussed initiatives that showcase the city statewide and internationally. Mayor Courtney remains committed to working with leaders at all levels of government to advance opportunities and enhance the quality of life in Madison.

Mayor Bob Courtney and city staff joined community partners, scouters, and supporters at the Hoosier Trails Council, Scouting America Breakfast! Mayor Courtney spoke on the importance of investing in our youth, highlighting how scouting strengthens our community. He also shared his excitement for his grandson to one day join the scouting tradition.

February 27 marked 100 years since Brown Gym first opened its doors. What began as an idea without funding became reality thanks to a telegram from J. Graham Brown of Louisville, whose generosity forever shaped Madison's community.

Mayor Bob Courtney also discussed Black History Month in Madison. The city was a key hub of the Underground Railroad and is home to Broadway School, Indiana's first commissioned school for Black students. Jefferson County is also home to Eleutherian College, the first institution in Indiana to admit people of color. Many other churches and organizations in the Black American community, such as Broadway Baptist Church, St. Stephen AME Church, and Eureka Lodge, have positively impacted our community. To honor this legacy, Sue Livers joined Mayor Bob Courtney and City Council members for a special Black History Month proclamation.

The groundbreaking of The Residences at Sunrise Crossing is on March 24 at 11:30. This will be a new housing community on Madison's hilltop! This development will help meet critical housing needs in the city. It will be at 3010 Sunrise Crossing Blvd., Madison, IN.

Registration is now open for summer camps and T-ball, baseball, and softball. Practices for those start on May 2. Registration is twenty-five dollars. You can register here.