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  • Mayor Encourages Madisonians to Attend Positive Community Events

    Madison – Mayor Dave Cieslewicz released the following statement today regarding the upcoming hate group rally this weekend. The group was issued a permit by the State to hold the event on the State Capitol grounds. “While Madisonians will have…

  • Mayor's Comments at Sen. Feingold Listening Session

    Madison – Mayor Dave Cieslewicz joined U.S. Senator Russ Feingold for his listening session today in the Allied Drive neighborhood, and made the following comments: “Sen. Feingold, thanks for the opportunity to speak with you today and thanks for…

  • Mayor Unveils TRIM Initiative to Improve Madison Streets, Save $

    Madison – Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today unveiled his latest Taxpayer Relief through Innovative Measures (TRIM) initiative. The city has purchased two new “Roadpatcher” vehicles that allow for street repairs such as pothole patching to be performed by…

  • Madison Program Promotes Energy Independence

    Cities Innovate While Washington Fails to Act Madison – Madison’s Employee Bikes at Work Program is highlighted in New Energy for Cities, a report released today by the Apollo Alliance. Mayors from across the nation are pioneering new clean energy…

  • Cieslewicz Statement on Inclusionary Zoning Court Decision

    Madison – Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the following statement today regarding the Court of Appeals decision on the rental portion of Madison’s Inclusionary Zoning ordinance: “Today’s decision is a blow to families seeking affordable rental housing…

  • Mayor Praises Chamber's Opposition to Civil Unions & Marriage Ban

    Madison – Mayor Dave Cieslewicz praised today’s statement by the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce against the proposed civil unions and marriage ban. This follows the recent announcement by another prominent business group, Downtown Madison Inc…

  • Mayor Announces Extended Hours for Goodman Pool This Weekend

    Madison – Due to forecasts of extreme heat and humidity, Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today announced that the Goodman Pool will open at 11:30 a.m. – an hour earlier than usual – on Saturday and Sunday morning and will stay open until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday.…

  • Mayor Announces TRIM Program to Increase City Govt Efficiency

    Program to Ensure Quality Basic Services for Rapidly Growing Community Madison – Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today unveiled the Taxpayer Relief through Innovative Measures (TRIM) program to formally build on his past individual initiatives that have…

  • Madison Leaders Outline Plans for Halloween 2006

    Madison – Led by Mayor Dave Cieslewicz, community leaders representing Madison city government, downtown business organizations, students and others today outlined plans for Halloween 2006. This year’s plans build on a multi-year effort to create a…

  • Health Advisory Update: Drinking Water Advisory Rescinded

    MADISON - Based on the results of tap water sampling at hundreds of residences in the Well 3 and Well 10 services areas and other areas served by the Madison Water Utility, the public health advisory for infants less than 6 months of age and…

  • Mayor Announces Goodman Pool to Remain Open Late This Weekend

    Madison – Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today announced that the Goodman Pool will be open for an additional hour tonight, Friday night and Saturday night due to forecasts of high heat and humidity. The pool will be open until 9:00 pm, instead of the…

  • Mayor Recognizes Allied Neighborhood Resident

    Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz will address the public at an open house at 916 Ridgewood Way on Thursday, July 13, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. The Mayor will honor the accomplishments of a crew of young people, ages 16-24, from Operation Fresh Start/…

  • Mayor Calls for New Cut at Mowing Policy

    Madison – Mayor Dave Cieslewicz said today that he would make adjustments in the city’s low mow policy based on the experience of the first several weeks of the growing season. “The reduced mowing policy has been very successful thus far in saving…

  • Mayor Announces Goodman Pool to Remain Open Late Tonight

    Madison – Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today announced that the Goodman Pool will be open for an additional hour tonight due to the high heat and humidity. The pool will be open until 9:00 p.m. instead of the typical closing time of 8:00 p.m. “Given the…

  • First Jt Meeting of Health, Water Boards on Water Quality Issues

    Madison – This week’s first-ever joint meeting between the Madison Board of Water Commissioners and the Board of Health for Madison and Dane County kicked off a long-term collaboration on water quality issues, according to Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and…

  • League Awards Madison Bicycle-Friendly Community Designation

    Madison – Mayor Dave Cieslewicz kicked off Bike to Work Week today by announcing that the League of American Bicyclists is awarding Madison, Wisconsin its prestigious gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community designation. The Bicycle Federation of…

  • Mayor's Plan to Acquire Allied Drive Properties Approved by Court

    Madison – Final court approval was granted today for the City of Madison to acquire a significant portion of the rental housing located in the Allied Drive neighborhood. The acquisition, proposed by Mayor Dave Cieslewicz, is an important step in…

  • Mayor to Continue Taking Salary Reduction

    Madison – Mayor Dave Cieslewicz said today that he will continue to accept a reduced salary for the remainder of his term, fulfilling a campaign promise he made while running for mayor. As a result, City of Madison taxpayers will save $42,074 during…

  • Mayor's Remarks at Annual Downtown Madison Rotary Appearance

    Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz spoke at today’s Downtown Madison Rotary meeting. The mayor speaks to the group each year on the anniversary of his taking office. The following is the prepared text: This is my third appearance before Rotary as…

  • Madison to Expand Recycling Program

    Madison – The City of Madison is expanding its recycling program by adding milk cartons, aseptic packages, and aluminum foil pans and trays to its curbside collection. “I am very happy to announce this Earth Day present for Madison residents,”…

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