District 18 Blog

I voted yes!Tonight I voted yes on 227 units of affordable housing at 5555 Odana Road and 5534 Medical Circle — and I want to explain why, including what happened in that room.

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…

Hello, NeighborsSpring is trying to find its footing, and so are we. There is a lot happening in our community this week -- opportunities to shape how our city grows, how our parks are designed, and how we show up for each other. This newsletter is…

Neighbors, Spring is making its way to Madison, and so is a week full of opportunities to connect, participate, and shape the future of our community together. Whether you want to weigh in on a park redesign, attend a health fair, or watch your city…

Neighbors, this week our community is filled with opportunities to shape the places we share, make our voices heard in local government, and come together around the causes we care about. Whether you are a long-time resident or new to District 18,…

Dear Neighbors,As we move through this February together, I'm thinking about all the ways our community shows up for one another—through civic participation, mutual support, and collective care. This week brings important opportunities to exercise…

Remembering Our NeighborThis past month, our community experienced the loss of a neighbor in a traffic incident on Madison's north side. Every person in our community deserves to travel safely, whether walking, biking, driving, or taking transit.…

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,…