District 18 Blog

Hello, neighbors! I’m Carmella Glenn, and I’m honored to serve as your newly elected Alder for District 18. As a proud resident of our community, I’ve dedicated over 20 years of my life to social justice and empowering those around me. I truly…

Celebrating Black History Month February is Black History Month, a time to honor and celebrate the contributions, resilience, and leadership of Black communities throughout our nation's history and in our community today. From the freedom…

A Message to CommunityDear neighbors,As we move through this winter season together, I want to take a moment to connect with you about what is happening in our community and how we can support one another during uncertain times.Know Your Rights:…

Updates and NoticesObservance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day: City of Madison offices are closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. All emergency services will be open. In case of an emergency,…

Updates and NoticesImportant Policy Item: Data Center MoratoriumThe Common Council will be considering File 91135, which would establish a temporary moratorium on the consideration and issuance of zoning certificates for data centers and…

Updates and NoticesCity of Madison offices will be closed on Wednesday, December 31, and Thursday, January 1, for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day: All emergency services will remain open. To learn more about our holiday services, please visit:…

Updates and NoticesCity of Madison offices will be closed on Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25 for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day: All emergency services will remain open. To learn more about our holiday services, please visit:https…

Friends and neighbors,As we move through December, our local government continues important work on housing and infrastructure that shapes our community's future. This week brings significant developments worth your attention.A Unanimous Step…

District 18 residents. 

Weekly Update: From Falling Leaves to Winter PreparationsAs November closes and December begins, we're in that familiar Madison transition - from raking leaves to preparing for alternate-side parking, from fall cleanup to winter readiness. And while…