Highlights for the Week of January 23, 2023

Plan Commission: 6604 Odana Rd

A development at 6604 Odana Road will be on the agenda for approval at Monday's Plan Commission Meeting.

• Meeting Details
• Meeting Agenda
• Written Comments
• Watch Online

To see the full list of City meetings scheduled for the week, please consult the City meeting schedule.

West Area Plan: Help shape the future of your neighborhood

The City of Madison invites residents, community organizations, businesses, and other stakeholders to join in the public planning process for the West Area Plan. The City is hosting kick-off meetings for both areas, with in-person and virtual alternatives for attending. Staff will provide an overview of background information and gather input from community members about issues and opportunities in the respective planning areas.

West Area Plan Public Meetings

• Virtual Meeting: Monday, February 6 at 12:00pm. Registration is required and can be completed on the project webpage.

• In-Person Meeting: Thursday, February 9 at 6:00pm. In-person meeting location at Vel Phillips Memorial High School, 201 S. Gammon Rd., Wisconsin Neighborhood Center; enter front doors and look for directional signs. This meeting will have interpretation, childcare and food.

• Virtual Meeting: Monday, February 13 at 6:00pm. Registration is required and can be completed on the project webpage.

More information:

• Press Release:  New Model for City Planning – Madison Kicks off West and Northeast Area Plans

• Request Absentee Ballots for 2023 Elections - Elections scheduled for February 21 and April 4.

• Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge Presentations hosted by Madison Parks - 1.7 miles of lakeshore. Three world-class design teams. A new vision for Madison's connection to Lake Monona. Make plans to join us on Thursday, Jan. 26 as the three design teams present their master plan options live and in person at Madison Central Library.

• From the Mayor: The 38th annual Madison-Dane County MLK Day Observance

• From Public Health: Whether you own a house, are buying a house, or rent, you can protect yourself from radon

• Winter Prom 2023: Register today for Winter Prom 2023 and join us on Saturday, Jan. 28! This event is perfect for kids aged 13 & younger. Advanced registration is required.  

• WI Salt Awareness Week: January 23-27, 2023

• News and Events from Madison Parks

• The 2023 Neighborhood Grant Program is Open! The guidelines and application are now on the City's webpage! See the News Story for more info. Applications are due Feb. 20 by 4:30 p.m. What will you and your neighbors do? Start exploring ideas for physical improvements and leadership and capacity building initiatives.

• Plow Naming Suggestions Opportunity Has Ended; Election Begins January 23, 2023

• Your 2023 trash and recycling calendar is available

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If you have questions, comments, suggestions, etc., feel free to reach out: district19@cityofmadison.com

-Keith F