Meet the candidates for the Madison election on June 8

MADISON – The Huntsville Committee of 100 Young Professionals is holding a Let’s Vote Madison Event on June 8 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Old Black Bear Brewing Company.

“It’s an open, free, nonpartisan event where people can just drop in and stay as long as they want. Candidates will be encouraged to come early and set up tables. We have tables set up in the beer garden at Old Black Bear Brewing Company where the public can come in, meet all the candidates and ask questions,” Huntsville Committee of 100 Young Professionals CEO John Allen said.

The Let’s Vote Madison event is a reflection of the Committee of 100 Young Professionals’ goal of increasing local involvement in elections and improving the accessibility of community officials.

“Our role at the Huntsville Committee of 100 is simply to engage locally where these leaders affect the decisions that impact our daily lives. We believe in great locally elected leaders, and we’ve been a part of the city of Madison for decades to assist in helping and partnering with the community at large. This event helps us continue our connection with the community and city officials,” Allen said.

The Madison Chamber of Commerce is also a partner for this event and supports the need for community members to have information on local elected officials.

“We’re proud to partner with the Committee of 100 Young Professionals for the ‘Let’s Vote Madison’ event this June. It’s so important that every Madison resident feels informed and empowered to make their voice heard at the ballot box. This event provides a valuable opportunity for voters to meet the candidates face-to-face, ask meaningful questions, and better understand the issues shaping our city’s future. An engaged and informed community is the foundation of a strong Madison,” said President of the Madison Chamber of Commerce, Michelle Epling.

The location for the Let’s Vote Madison Event is intended to support the local business, Old Black Bear Brewing Company, and encourage community members to enjoy Downtown Madison.

“Hosting this event at Old Black Bear in Madison’s historic downtown creates a relaxed, approachable setting that encourages open conversation and real connection. We want residents to feel comfortable coming out, meeting the candidates and engaging in the civic process— no suits required, just neighbors talking about the future of our city,” said Epling.

During this election cycle majority of the current city council is not running as well as the current Mayor. These positions will be replaced during this election, and some of the candidates are running for office for the first time. This event allows new candidates to connect with the community and to cultivate an open conversation between city officials and locals.

Allen said, “The purpose of the event is to engage the community, engage civic- minded individuals, engage elected leaders, engage potential candidates and to meet the constituents. So, it’s an event that really drives voters to meet their candidates and bring awareness to who is running for office, and it gives people a chance to have a one-on-one conversation with those individuals.”