Alder Amanda Hall
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210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
Room 417
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: (608) 266-4071
Fax: (608) 267-8669
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Alder Hall’s Blog
Tag: Commercial Development
A Few Things Before the Holiday Weekend
July 2, 2015 5:40 PM
Hi again neighbors,
I hope it’s not too much info to bring to your attention in one day but in addition to the little note about the blasting earlier, I wanted to put a few more things on your radar before we head into the holiday weekend. See below for news on wild parsnips, west nile … [read more]
Label: Grandview Town Center
Grandview Town Center First Public Meeting Upcoming
July 9, 2015 10:49 AM
Hello Neighbors,
I emailed you about this last week but in the hubbub of the holiday weekend it may have been missed so I want to send a follow up and reminder.
A development company has stepped forward to develop Grandview Commons Town Center, the space between Great Dane East and Metro … [read more]
Label: Grandview Town Center
Location Confirmed for 1st Neighborhood Info Session
July 12, 2015 7:51 PM
Hi District 3ers,
Thanks for your patience, the location for the first neighborhood information session for Grandview Town Center is Kennedy Elementary School in the library. I hope to see you this Friday July 17th at 6pm at Kennedy Elementary to learn more about this development.
If you … [read more]
Label: Grandview Town Center
Recap of 1st Grandview Town Center Meeting and more exciting news
July 23, 2015 12:35 PM
Hi neighbors, what a week!
As you may read in the paper, we have begun our discussion of the Grandview Town Center Development. Last week a good number of neighbors braved the heat and humidity to talk with DSI and associates who will be handling the proposed development. Read on … [read more]
Label: Grandview Town Center
Grandview Hwy 51 and Judge Doyle Square (Oh My)
September 9, 2015 6:34 PM
Hi Neighbors,
I've got a lot of info to share so I'll try to be concise. (You know that's not easy for me).
Grandview
The plans for Grandview Town Center have hit a few snags because the developer's proposed plans do not match what the neighborhood and capital improvement plans call for. … [read more]
Label: Updates
New Grandview Town Center Designs-take a look!
September 21, 2015 8:56 AM
Good Monday Morning Neighbors,
Now that we’ve all had a good stretch and yawn, I want to thank you most sincerely for responding to my last blog post with your thoughts, reasoning, and opinions with regards to Grandview Town Center and to Judge Doyle Square. Interestingly the response was … [read more]
Label: Grandview Town Center
Quick update in regards to Grandview, a special opportunity for veterans, and seniors yoga
October 12, 2015 7:33 PM
Hi Neighbors,
I met with the McClellan Park Neighborhood Association last week and then again with Veridian/DSI about the dynamic Grandview Commons development. With the high degree of involvement of residents and the willingness of Veridian and DSI to work with all stakeholders, the project … [read more]
Label: Updates
Coyotes, Grandview Interactive Meeting, and Hwy 51 southbound
October 21, 2015 2:10 PM
Hi District 3ers
3 quick hits this afternoon
Coyotes - Please keep an eye out on behalf of your pets as there have been coyote attacks on dogs in the area. Read more info here and join us for an informational meeting tonight at 730pm at Oak Park Place (718 Jupiter Drive).
… [read more]
Label: Grandview Town Center
New Grandview Designs and a Hearty Congratulations on some great and effective activism
October 29, 2015 7:53 PM
Hi Neighbors and Happy Halloween,
Here's what's up this week:
Hwy 51-You spoke, the DOT listened - Thanks to your grassroots organizing and individual action in reaching out to state DOT staff, our concerns have been well heard and some progress has been made. On the southbound 51 on-ramp … [read more]
Label: Grandview Town Center
Grandview Town Center Design Photos Take 2
November 1, 2015 2:09 PM
Hi neighbors,
I understand that the link in the original blog post did not work so while I apologize for hitting your inbox twice within a few days, you need these design photos.
Here they are. I look forward to hearing your thoughts and suggestions and seeing you Monday evening
… [read more]
Label: Grandview Town Center
Grandview, Kwik Trip, Yet another perspective, and refuse pickup
January 13, 2016 9:14 PM
Hi Neighbors,
Happy New Year!!
We’ve heard a great deal about Kwik Trip in the last six weeks or so, and I’ll happily add to that in a moment but we also have Grandview Town Center updates to announce so I figured it was a great time to be in touch.
Grandview
Tonight the Urban Design … [read more]
Label: Updates
Ice Skating, MSCR, Grandview, and hitting close to home
January 27, 2016 3:44 PM
Hi there neighbors,
I hope you are having a good, if snowy, week and that you’ve had a chance to check out the ice skating rink in Heritage Heights Park. If you haven’t made it down there yet, please note that the rink is open during daylight hours for your enjoyment and recreation.
If … [read more]
Label: Updates
deep thinking and commercial development updates
February 11, 2016 6:23 PM
Hi Neighbors,
Thank you for the immense positive response from my last blog post and thank you to everyone who read through it and gave it some thought. I am so grateful to be part of such a strong district and community who is willing to dig deep and think hard about who we are and how we … [read more]
Label: Updates
Neighborhood Planning, Kwik Trip, Rain Barrels, and Flowers - a hodgepodge email
March 9, 2016 10:17 AM
Hi Neighbors,
Greetings on this absolutely gorgeously warm and breezy day
I have several things to share with you all
Firstly, the proposed Kwik Trip for the old Sentry location has gotten several of our neighbors thinking about whether a gas station is the best choice for that space for … [read more]
Label: Updates
Proposed council policy changes and neighborhood meeting reminders
March 16, 2016 10:50 AM
Blog Post 3/16/16
Hi neighbors and Happy Pi/Pie Day, Happy National Nap Day (which I did not get to observe and I’m a little ticked), and Happy St. Patrick’s Day
2 Things To Bring to Your Attention Today:
By way of reminder, a group of our dedicated and thoughtful neighbors has … [read more]
Label: Updates
Horses! ...and firefighters, and a Kwik Trip Update
April 7, 2016 8:30 PM
Hi there neighhhhh-bors,
On behalf of Madison Police Department Mounted Patrol I am pleased to invite you to the mounted patrol open house on Sunday May 1st. (I am also pleased to share hilarious pun jokes at every possible opportunity). The event is free all day and is located at the facility … [read more]
Label: Updates
Recap of Plan Commission Meeting and Info About a Residential Development Proposal
April 19, 2016 10:38 AM
Good morning District 3,
I hope you are all well this morning. Again, please stay alert as you move around the many fine businesses in our area this today as the suspect in yesterday evening’s purse grabs has not been apprehended at this time.
For those of you did not watch the plan … [read more]
Label: Updates
Technology, Traffic, and why we're cool
May 4, 2016 7:38 PM
Hi Neighbors!!
Let's talk technology.
First, let's discuss this blog. Here in District 3, our district blog has over 600 subscribers. I was curious how this stacked up with other districts citywide and it turns out this ranks us 2nd out of 20 districts. Go us!! Since I'm sure you're … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Calling all foodies, and development updates
May 31, 2016 9:21 PM
Hello Neighbors,
Well another week, another proposed development in our area.
If you're in wards 8 or 9 (the areas closest to Sprecher Road, on either side of Sprecher) you received a postcard inviting you to our meeting two weeks ago to learn more about a proposal for a new building … [read more]
Label: Local Food/Farmers Markets
Neighborhood Meeting, Chip Sealing, Zika, and Cottage Grove Road
June 21, 2016 4:44 PM
Hi Neighbors,
3 Quick Things for you today
First, a reminder that we are meeting in the Family Room (Room 200) of Door Creek Church tomorrow Wednesday 6/22 from 6pm-8pm to continue our conversation about the two proposed residential developments at the eastern edge of our district (the … [read more]
Label: Updates
Lots of good news for you this week
September 28, 2016 8:26 PM
Hi neighbors, I hope this beautiful, if mostly damp fall season is treating you well
I have a few interesting things about which to chat with you today,
As I am certain you've noticed, this year's Cottage Grove construction is mainly complete. Please feel welcome to join me in song … [read more]
Label: Updates
Post Thanksgiving Updates on the budget, Grandview, and being good neighbors
December 1, 2016 5:52 PM
Hi neighbors,
We made it through another budget! In a months long process culminating in back to back late night meetings, were able to put together a budget which we believe reflects Madison’s current and future best interests. As your alder I voted for nine or ten (after midnight I forgot … [read more]
Label: Updates
UW Credit Union, Water Bills, Traffic, and most importantly Voting
February 15, 2017 5:06 PM
Hi neighbors,
I’m excited to be writing to you with warmer and happier tidings than the last few times we’ve spoken. There’s lots to share-
UW Credit Union
First and foremost, as many of you have heard, we have a nibble on the line for the former Sentry site. UW Credit union is … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Biergarten Update Ahead of Tomorrow's Vote
March 6, 2017 8:38 PM
Hi Neighbors,
I wanted to be in touch ahead of the vote tomorrow evening on the Olbrich Biergarten proposal.
For those of you who haven't yet given it much thought, please find additional info here and here.
For those of you who have given this some thought and written me about it, thank … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Vote Vote Vote!
April 3, 2017 6:20 PM
Hi neighbors,
As you may have guessed from the subject line-tomorrow is Election Day-Go Vote! It’s easy, it’s patriotic, and it’s important. Check your ballot here and your polling place here.
Special reminder to those of you in Ward 9 - just like in November, your polling place is no … [read more]
Label: Updates
Exciting Fall Announcements
September 5, 2017 8:04 PM
Hi East Siders,
Lots of interesting news and announcements to share with you today
According to Fitbit, the company that makes those wristbands that track your steps and heart rate and sleep and such, Madison is the fittest city in America. Go us! We are lucky to have an abundance of … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Updates on Neighborhood Odor and I-94
October 3, 2017 8:34 PM
Hi neighbors,
Slightly odorous news, plus transportation infrastructure happenings to share with you tonight
Seriously, what is that smell
Many of us, all over the district have noticed the aroma of the landfill (which is way south of even the furthest south parts of District 3) which … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
McGinnis Park, Milwaukee Street Bridge, and Proposed Apartment Complex
June 24, 2018 8:04 PM
Happy Summer Neighbors!
I have a few updates and reminders to share with you all this evening
As I mentioned a few weeks ago, neighbors in the Rolling Meadows Neighborhood Association have taken great initiative in plans to make McGinnis Park more usable, accessible, and beautiful. For one … [read more]
Label: Updates
New Proposal for Corner of Acewood Blvd and Cottage Grove Road
July 19, 2018 9:48 PM
Hi Neighbors,
I’m writing you for the second time in two days, and I have something really important to discuss with you-housing.
It is so easy for those of us who have homes, and who work hard to pay the rent or mortgage, but who know that ultimately we’ll make our payments, to forget just … [read more]
Label: Updates
Flooding, Rodefeld, Ace Apartment, and IRONMAN!
September 4, 2018 7:55 PM
Hi Neighbors
I hope you had a great holiday weekend and for those of you with kids, a great first day back at school. I have a number of updates for you this evening.
Flooding
We continue to struggle with flooding issues on the isthmus. You can find the latest list of road closures and … [read more]
Label: Updates
Residential Development and development process dates, plus new traffic signal on Milwaukee Street
October 8, 2018 8:09 PM
Hi Neighbors,
I have so many updates for you this evening! Let’s dive right in
AT&T Cabling
Those of us on the east side of Sprecher Road noticed the fall colors turn up early this year, in the form of red and yellow spray paint and orange signs. AT&T is putting in cable in our … [read more]
Label: Updates