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Hi everyone, The Edgewood appeal is before us again, with over 60 registrants. I would encourage those making public comment not to be repetitious. If someone has made your point, there is no need to repeat. Please self-edit as needed. Here is my…

Hi Everyone. Here are today's updates: Office Hours Join me this Friday from 9 – 11 AM for office hours.  If you have questions or concerns, this is an opportunity for us to talk.  We’ve had great discussions on a wide range of topics in previous…

Hi Everyone, In case you haven’t heard, we postponed taking up Edgewood’s appeal last night at Council due to the late hour, referring the matter to our next meeting on January 5th.  We hope to schedule a special meeting before then given the large…

Hi Everyone, Edgewood Edgewood's appeal comes before tonight's Common Council meeting. You may read my statement here.   1.Written Comments: You can send comments on agenda items to allalders@cityofmadison.com. 

Hi Everyone, I'm saddened that we are here, focusing on this during a pandemic, at a time when there are many more important things to be discussing. The following statement provides background, much of which will be familiar to you if you've been…

Hi Everyone. Edgewood is applying to put up four light poles, either 68 or 80 feet, and are not asking for anything else at this time. Their application includes the stipulation that lights would be turned off at 11 pm on weekends, and 10 pm on…

Hi Everyone. Next Monday, May 11, Edgewood's application for a conditional use permit to install lights for night games will be on the Plan Commission agenda.  I had asked Edgewood to refer their application given the pandemic. Older residents…

NOW IS NOT THE TIME TO RESOLVE A 25-YEAR OLD CONTROVERSY Edgewood High School and its immediate neighbors have been in a protracted conflict over the issue of night games and the impact these games would have on nearby residents. This controversy…

Edgewood's request to repeal their master plan goes before Plan Commission next Monday, November 11, 5:30 pm, 2nd floor of the City-County Bldg. Since the public hearing is closed, there will not be an opportunity for public comment at the meeting…

As many of you are aware, Edgewood is seeking to vacate their Master Plan. The Master Plan in question was negotiated over a four year period with a tremendous amount of input and participation from nearby residents.  My strong preference would be…