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Mission Statement

The mission of the Common Council is to represent the residents of Madison by promoting the safety, health, and general well-being of the community by incorporating the City's core values into their work with currently available resources. The Council Office staff supports the alders in these efforts.

News Releases

  • Love Our Lakes: City Strategies to Maintain and Improve Lake Health posted

    The City of Madison Common Council will host a focused discussion titled “Love Our Lakes: City Strategies to Maintain and Improve Lake Health.” This conversation will highlight both ongoing and future initiatives to protect, restore, and enhance the…

  • Affordable Housing Fund to Support 400+ New Homes posted

    The City of Madison’s Common Council has approved nearly $14 million from the Affordable Housing Fund to support the creation of approximately 425 new rental homes across the City, with more than 260 of those offering permanent affordability.

  • Common Council passes third Housing Forward package of 2025 posted

    The City of Madison Common Council approved two more housing-focused ordinances during its December 9 meeting, capping off a year of impactful policy changes to make it easier to build more homes across Madison.

Upcoming Meetings

Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025 6:00pm

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