Archived News Releases
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2014 Capital Budget Message Posted May 6, 2013
Mayor Soglin shared his Capital Budget message with Department and Division Heads as well as City Alders today.
To: Department and …
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City Receives Four Responses to the Judge Doyle Square Request for Qualifications Posted May 1, 2013
On Tuesday, April 30, the City received four responses to its first stage Request for Qualifications ("RFQ") for qualified real estate …
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2013 Community Budget Meetings Posted Apr 30, 2013
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin and members of the Madison Common Council announce the 2013 process for soliciting input from the public for …
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2013 Reconstruction Project Set for Mineral Point Road and Junction Road Posted Apr 26, 2013
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin and Dane County Executive Joe Parisi today announced the ground breaking of the Mineral Point Road and Junction …
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Mayor Soglin Urges Madison to Continue Divestment from Fossil Fuels Posted Apr 26, 2013
Madison - Mayor Soglin joined ten other mayors from across the country to launch a new, nationwide campaign to divest city funds from the …
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Mayor Soglin Joins Nationwide Effort to Recognize Impact of National Service Posted Apr 8, 2013
Madison, Wisconsin - Mayor Paul Soglin will join more than 600 mayors across the country for the first-ever Mayors Day of Recognition for …
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Report a Problem-New and Improved Posted Apr 4, 2013
Mayor Paul Soglin is pleased to announce an updated Report a Problem website that will make it easier for residents to report problems to …
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The City of Madison Celebrates National Community Development Week Posted Apr 2, 2013
This week marks National Community Development Week, a time to reflect on and celebrate the tangible results of the federally-funded …
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Statement of Mayor Paul Soglin in Support of Wisconsin Gun Safety Legislation Posted Mar 21, 2013
I strongly support the effort to require universal background checks. With the rise of the internet, what was once labeled a "loophole" …
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Madison Recognizes Earth Hour Posted Mar 21, 2013
On Saturday, March 23 at 8:30 p.m., Madison will join hundreds of millions of people around the globe in turning off their non-essential …
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Mayor Soglin Delivering Meals on Wheels Monday, March 18 Posted Mar 18, 2013
In conjunction with Independent Living, Inc., Madison Mayor Paul Soglin will be delivering Meals on Wheels Monday, March 18 in downtown …
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Mayor Soglin Announces Appointment Of Planning Division Director Posted Mar 11, 2013
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin today announced the appointment of Katherine Cornwell as the City of Madison's Planning Division Director. Ms. …
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City Releases Request for Qualifications for Judge Doyle Square Development in Downtown Madison Posted Feb 18, 2013
Today, the City of Madison issued a Request for Qualifications, seeking qualified real estate development teams for a significant …
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City of Madison Website Down for Maintenance Posted Feb 7, 2013
The City of Madison website was taken down Thursday for unexpected maintenance. City staff became aware of vulnerability in one of the …
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Statement of Madison Mayor Paul Soglin on Madison Police Department Investigations Posted Feb 1, 2013
In any officer involved shooting there are questions. In these situations, there are generally two types of investigations, and they …
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DRAFT MADISON SUSTAINABILITY COMMERCE CENTER (MSCC) FEASBILITY STUDY RELEASED Posted Jan 30, 2013
The City of Madison has released a draft of the Madison Sustainability Commerce Center Feasibility Study (MSCC). The study is available …
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Madison Declares A Snow Emergency Back to Back Odd Numbered Day Impacts Parking Posted Jan 30, 2013
The City of Madison has declared a snow emergency. That means that alternate side parking restrictions will be in effect throughout the …
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Madison: Second Best Run City in America Posted Jan 23, 2013
Citing statistics that include a low unemployment rate, an Aaa credit rating, and a city ordinance that bans the government from using …
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Mayor Paul Soglin Statement in Response to President Obama's Agenda for Gun Control Posted Jan 16, 2013
I support President Barack Obama's plan to make our country safe and to institute these very reasonable firearm controls. When the …
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City Receives Hotel Feasibility Study for Additional Hotel Rooms in Downtown Madison Posted Jan 7, 2013
Today, the City received the updated Hotel Feasibility Study from Johnson Consulting of Chicago, Illinois. In July 2012, the City Council …
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Mayor Soglin Announces Request for Proposals for Don Miller Site Posted Dec 28, 2012
Mayor Soglin announced the release of a Request for Proposals to develop the 800 North Block of East Washington Avenue within Madison's …
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Mayor Soglin and Mayor of Palo Alto, California Make a Friendly Rose Bowl Wager Posted Dec 26, 2012
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin and Palo Alto Mayor Yiaway Yeh have agreed to a Rose Bowl wager that Mayor Soglin is confident will provide …
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City of Madison Offices and Facilities to Open at 10:00 a.m. Friday Posted Dec 20, 2012
To allow City staff and residents the opportunity to travel safely, the opening of City offices and facilities will be delayed until …
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Blowing and Drifting Snow Will Hamper Dane County Commuters on Friday Posted Dec 20, 2012
The Madison Streets Division has been working on clearing City streets since the storm began on Wednesday evening. The effort involved …
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City of Madison Offices and Facilities Closed to the Public on Thursday, December 20 Posted Dec 19, 2012
With heavy snow and wind in the forecast, Madison Mayor Paul Soglin has determined that City offices and facilities will be closed to the …
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Statement of Madison Mayor Paul Soglin on Connecticut School Shooting Posted Dec 14, 2012
It is difficult to express the sorrow and pain surrounding the news of today's tragedy. The unimaginable happened to kind, ordinary …
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Enis Ragland to Receive 2012 Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Award Posted Dec 10, 2012
Mayor Paul Soglin announced today that Enis Ragland has been selected as the recipient of the sixth annual Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility …
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Statement of Mayor Paul Soglin on the Looming "Fiscal Cliff" Posted Nov 16, 2012
I join with my colleague Mayors and with civic leaders, small businesses, and CEOs across the country to express concern about the …
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JEFFREY CLAY ERLANGER CIVILITY IN PUBLIC DISCOURSE AWARD Posted Nov 9, 2012
The City of Madison has extended the deadline for nominations for its annual JEFFREY CLAY ERLANGER CIVILITY IN PUBLIC DISCOURSE AWARD. …
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STREET CLOSURES FOR PRESIDENTIAL VISIT Posted Nov 3, 2012
Downtown streets will be closed beginning Sunday, November 4th through Monday, November 5th. Closure(s) starting 8 AM, Sunday, November …
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FOOD DAY PRESS CONFERENCE - FOOD DAY CELEBRATION Posted Oct 22, 2012
Date: Tomorrow, Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Mayor's Conference Room
210 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Mayor …
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Mayor Soglin Celebrates Energy Action Month Posted Oct 17, 2012
Mayor Soglin celebrated Energy Action Month today by highlighting the successes of the Green Madison Program. Centro Hispano, a local …
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Madison Names New Director of Community Development Posted Oct 11, 2012
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin today announced the appointment of Jim O'Keefe as the City of Madison's Director of Community Development. …
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City Seeks Nominations for Jeff Erlanger Award Posted Oct 4, 2012
The City of Madison is seeking nominations for the 2012 Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award. This award was created …
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2013 Budget Message Posted Oct 2, 2012
Even more than the City of Madison budget for 2012, the 2013 budget is driven by the events of March 2011. For 2013 we look forward to a …
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Mayor's Neighborhood Conference 2012: Great Neighborhoods - Great Places Posted Sep 21, 2012
Madison residents, business leaders, and governmental officials will talk about ways in which neighborhoods can use placemaking to their …
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Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) Policy Review Posted Sep 17, 2012
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin has sent the attached memo to members of the Madison Common Council and the Economic Development Committee …
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Madison Maintains Triple A Bond Rating Posted Sep 14, 2012
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin announced today that Moody's has again given the city an Aaa rating with a stable outlook. This is the highest …
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Statement of Madison Mayor Paul Soglin Posted Sep 12, 2012
On July 5, 2012 a city employee informed me that members of the individual's family were involved in a disturbing incident in a facility …
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Statement Concerning 800 North Block of East Washington Avenue Posted Sep 4, 2012
The City of Madison and Urban Land Interests have mutually decided not to further pursue the sale and purchase of the 800 North Block of …
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EPA Announces Brownfields Grants Posted Aug 21, 2012
Madison (August 21, 2012) U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Regional Administrator Susan Hedman today announced EPA brownfields grants …
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FREIBURG CATHEDRAL GIRLS' CHOIR TO PERFORM FREE CONCERT IN OVERTURE HALL, MADISON Posted Jul 26, 2012
As part of the Madison-Freiburg Sister Cities relationship, and the Madison Symphony Orchestra's Free Summer Organ Series, the Freiburg …
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Madison: Number One City for Young Adults Posted Jul 25, 2012
More nationwide recognition for Madison this week as Kiplinger.com released its top cities for Young Adults with Madison receiving the …
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Metro Transit Receives Awarded $3.8 Million State of Good Repair Grant Posted Jul 23, 2012
Metro Transit is pleased to announce that it will receive $3.8 million as part of a $787 million State of Good Repair federal grant …
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Madison Meet & Eat Posted Jul 11, 2012
The City of Madison is excited to introduce the first Madison Meet and Eat, a unique neighborhood event that brings a collective of local …
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Cooling Centers To Be Open for Heat Relief Tonight Posted Jul 2, 2012
Mayor Paul Soglin announced that beginning at 9:00 PM tonight, the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center (main level ballroom) …
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Madison Meet & Eat Debuts Next Month Posted Jun 28, 2012
The City of Madison is excited to introduce Madison Meet and Eat, a unique neighborhood event that brings a collective of local Madison's …
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FIRST OZONE CLEAN AIR ACTION DAY OF 2012 CALLED IN DANE COUNTY FOR TOMORROW Posted Jun 27, 2012
The Dane County Clean Air Coalition (DCCAC) today announced that the first Clean Air Action Day of the 2012 summer ozone season is …
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Stretch of Hot Weather Demands Attention for Health & Safety Posted Jun 26, 2012
An extended period of hot and humid weather will mean extra precautions for residents to stay safe and healthy.
"The weather forecast …
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Mayor Soglin Announces Union Corners Available For Development Posted Jun 19, 2012
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin announced today that the property known as Union Corners and owned by the City of Madison is now available for …
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New City of Madison Open Data Ordinance Posted Jun 11, 2012
A new ordinance making city data more accessible will be introduced at the Madison Common Council meeting on Tuesday, June 12th. The …
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Block 100 Foundation Announces Intention to Proceed with the Development of 100 Block of State Street Project Posted Jun 1, 2012
Members of the Frautschi family and the Block 100 Foundation announced today that, with City of Madison support, work on revitalizing the …
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City Launches App for Recycling and Solid Waste Information Posted May 31, 2012
The City of Madison unveiled a new smart phone and tablet app that will provide residents with information on solid waste and recycling …
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2012 Reverend James C. Wright Human Rights Award Posted May 21, 2012
The Equal Opportunities Commission and the Equal Opportunities Division are proud to announce Colleen Butler is the winner of the 2012 …
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WisconSUN Solar Project Completed Posted May 18, 2012
The City of Madison will announce the completion of the WisconSUN Solar Project on May 21st at 11:30am at Union Cab, 2458 Pennsylvania …
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Milwaukee and Madison Sue State For Reductions in Recycling Grant Funding and Unconstitutional Taxes Posted May 11, 2012
MADISON, WI --- Today the City of Madison joined with the City of Milwaukee, as well as Milwaukee taxpayers Aldermen Robert J. Bauman, …
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Madison Wins Water Conservation Challenge Posted May 9, 2012
The City of Madison is one of 12 cities to win this year's National Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation, an online competition to …
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Mayor Soglin and Student Leaders Support President Obama's Fight for Lower Tuition Loan Interest Rates Posted May 8, 2012
Mayor Soglin and student leaders from the University of Wisconsin participated in a conference call Monday afternoon with the White House …
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Janel Heinrich es nombrada nueva directora de Salud Pública de Madison y el Condado de Dane por el ejecutivo del condado y el alcalde de Madison Posted Apr 27, 2012
El ejecutivo del Condado de Dane, Joe Parisi, y el alcalde de Madison, Paul Soglin, han anunciado hoy (el 25 de abril de 2012) el …
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County Executive, Mayor, Select Janel Heinrich as New Director of Public Health Madison & Dane County Posted Apr 26, 2012
Dane County Executive Joe Parisi and Madison Mayor Paul Soglin announced today that they have selected Janel Heinrich to serve as the new …
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Statement of Madison Mayor Paul Soglin Posted Apr 25, 2012
I am delighted that WIAA officials and Board of Control members have decided to retain the majority of their tournaments in Madison, and …
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Mayor Soglin Welcomes Startup Weekend to Madison Posted Apr 23, 2012
Madison, WI - Mayor Paul Soglin is pleased that Startup Weekend Madison, is coming to Madison April 27th-29th. The event is the first of …
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Summit Brings Focus on Initial Steps to Slow Increase of Opiates Overdoses in Dane County Posted Apr 23, 2012
Dane County Executive Joe Parisi and Madison Mayor Paul Soglin today announced strategies that are underway to tackle the gateways to …
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MAYOR SOGLIN ANNOUNCES ENERGY-EFFICIENCY FINANCING FOR MADISON BUSINESSES Posted Apr 17, 2012
Madison, WI - April 17, 2012 - Madison Mayor Paul Soglin announced an innovative business financing model as part of the Green Madison …
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Community Budget Conversations Underway This Week Posted Apr 11, 2012
The City of Madison is once again holding a series of Community Budget Conversations at various locations throughout the city. These …
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Mayors Highlight Need for Water Conservation: World Water Week 2012 Posted Mar 19, 2012
World Water Week is all about local water issues. On March 19th, 2012 Mayor Soglin, City of Madison, and Mayor Miller, City of Monona, …
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Mayor Soglin Announces New Madison Streets Superintendent Chris Kelley Posted Mar 12, 2012
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin announced today that Madison's Streets Department will be led by 33-year department veteran Chris Kelley. …
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Common Council Awards Construction Contract for the Madison Public Library's Central Library Posted Feb 29, 2012
On Tuesday, February 28, 2012, the Madison Common Council awarded the construction contract for the Madison Public Library's Central …
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TRUST FUND CREATED BY ABUSE VICTIM'S MATERNAL FAMILY Posted Feb 24, 2012
Citizens from around the country have contacted the Mayor's office regarding the recent incident involving a 15-year-old girl. The …
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Statement of Mayor Paul Soglin on Wisconsin Mortgage Settlement Funds Posted Feb 22, 2012
Earlier today Mayor Tom Barrett of Milwaukee, Mayor Al Richards of St. Francis, Mayor John Dickert of Racine, Mayor Al Foekler of Oak …
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Madison Names New Poets Laureate Posted Jan 30, 2012
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin announced that Sarah Busse and Wendy Vardaman have agreed to serve as Poets Laureate for the City of Madison. …
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Mayor Paul Soglin Returns to Madison City Channel's "The Mayor's Report" Posted Jan 27, 2012
The Office of Madison Mayor Paul Soglin is pleased to announce that he will once again begin producing episodes of the monthly Madison …
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Mayor Soglin Applauds Stability of Kraft Foods/Oscar Mayer's Madison Workforce Posted Jan 18, 2012
With the announcement today that Kraft Foods will be closing facilities in New York and New Jersey and the loss of 1,600 jobs, comes the …
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27th Annual City/County King Holiday Speaker To Take Up New Leadership Role Posted Jan 13, 2012
The Madison-Dane County Martin Luther King, Jr. Coalition announced the late-breaking news that Rev. C.T. Vivian - who will be the …
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2012 City-County Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Awardees Announced Posted Jan 10, 2012
Madison - Dane County Executive Joe Parisi and City of Madison Mayor Paul Soglin today announced the recipients of the combined …
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MONONA TERRACE 2011 AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS Posted Jan 9, 2012
Madison, WI - Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center is pleased to announce that it has been the recipient of numerous awards and …
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Madison Public Library Director to Retire Posted Dec 30, 2011
Madison Public Library Director Barbara Dimick announced today that she will retire effective February 24, 2012. Ms. Dimick has been an …
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Holiday Message from Mayor Paul Soglin Posted Dec 23, 2011
Peace on earth, good will to all. It's a fitting wish for this time of year and beyond. While we may have little control over worldwide …
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Madison and Eugene Put Their Money Where Their Needs Are Posted Dec 22, 2011
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin and Eugene, Oregon Mayor Kitty Piercy have a friendly wager on the outcome of the upcoming Rose Bowl between …
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Madison Central Library Project to be Re-bid Posted Dec 21, 2011
After consulting with Madison Department of Civil Rights, Engineering and the City Attorney, Madison Mayor Paul Soglin announced the …
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Madison Property Taxes in the Mail Posted Dec 13, 2011
The city portion of taxes on an average Madison home is increasing 3.7%. The total levy increase on the average home is 2.71% this year …
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Alice Fike to receive 2011 Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Award Posted Dec 12, 2011
Mayor Paul Soglin announced today that Alice Fike has been selected as the recipient of the fifth annual Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility …
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Thanksgiving Message from Mayor Soglin Posted Nov 23, 2011
Let us join together in celebrating our many gifts this Thanksgiving Holiday and keep in mind those struggling to maintain a sustainable …
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Madison is Ready for Winter Posted Nov 16, 2011
Madison's Winter Portal is ready for use and will be a great resource to residents and visitors as we brave the winter weather. You can …
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City Effort Promotes Solar Purchase Program for Businesses Posted Nov 10, 2011
The MadiSUN Commercial Solar Group Buying effort is the latest attempt by the City of Madison to encourage more solar installations …
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Statement of Mayor Paul Soglin on 2012 Budget Posted Nov 8, 2011
Over the last few days a number of people have asked me about the "found? money, or the "new money available? for the 2012 operating …
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City Institutes On-line Recruiting/Application System Posted Nov 7, 2011
In an effort to create a more efficient hiring process for the City of Madison, Mayor Paul Soglin and the City's Human Resources …
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Madison Recoups Protest Costs Posted Nov 3, 2011
The Legislature's Joint Committee on Finance has approved the funds to reimburse the City of Madison for security costs related to the …
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Madison Prepares for Concealed Carry Law Posted Oct 25, 2011
In preparation for Wisconsin's Concealed Carry Law going into effect on November 1st, Mayor Paul Soglin and City staff have developed …
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"Access to Power" Civic Forum Posted Oct 20, 2011
City of Madison officials will hold the first ever "Access to Power" Civic Forum on Wednesday, October 26th at the Madison Urban League, …
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County Executive Parisi, Mayor Paul Soglin, Outline Action Plan to Address Rising Number of Heroin and Prescription Drug Overdoses Posted Oct 19, 2011
Dane County Executive Joe Parisi and Madison Mayor Paul Soglin announced a detailed plan today to address the rising number of heroin and …
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Madison Prepares for "Occupy Madison" Posted Oct 7, 2011
In anticipation of an event known as "Occupy Madison", Madison Mayor Paul Soglin is working with Police, Parks, Health and other …
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City Seeks Nominations for Jeff Erlanger Award Posted Oct 7, 2011
The City of Madison is seeking nominations for the 2011 Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award. This award was created …
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2012 Operating Budget Message to the Members of the Common Council and Department and Division Heads Posted Oct 4, 2011
When we began discussions on the 2012 city operating budget several months ago, several issues became immediately apparent. One was the …
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Ribbon Cutting for Opening of Pleasant View Road Posted Sep 29, 2011
The City of Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Federal Highways Department have worked together to …
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Madison Maintains Triple A Bond Rating Posted Sep 20, 2011
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin announced today that Moody's has again given the city an Aaa rating with a stable outlook. This is the highest …
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City Effort Promotes Solar Purchase Program for Residents Posted Sep 20, 2011
The MadiSUN Solar Group Program is a community based volume-purchasing program to make solar more affordable. The effort is made possible …
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Madison Terrace Rain Gardens Working to Protect Area Lakes Posted Jul 27, 2011
Madison Terrace Rain Gardens Working to Protect Area Lakes
The heat we've been experiencing has lead more people to Madison lakes, but …
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Mayor Soglin Announces Appointment of Director of Economic Development Posted Jul 27, 2011
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin today announced the appointment of Aaron Olver as the City of Madison's Director of Economic Development. Olver …
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Madison Community Budget Conversations Get Underway This Week Posted Jul 25, 2011
Join Mayor Soglin, Alders and city officials as they host the first of five Community Budget Conversations on Tuesday, July 26th at the …
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Mayor Soglin Announces Appointment of Finance Director Posted Jul 19, 2011
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin announced today the appointment of David P. Schmiedicke as the city's next Finance Director. Mr. Schmiedicke is …
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Rhythm and Booms Message from Mayor Paul Soglin Posted Jun 29, 2011
A safe and happy 4th of July weekend is my wish for all of you! I am pleased that a number of city agencies including Traffic …
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Statement of Mayor Soglin on the Fatal Bus Accident in Madison on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 Posted Jun 22, 2011
This morning's bus accident was tragic. My thoughts are with the victim and her family. The city of Madison will cooperate with a …
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Mayor Soglin to Appear on CNN's American Morning Show Posted Jun 20, 2011
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin will be a guest on CNN's "American Morning" Tuesday, June 21st. Just returned from the U.S. Conference of …
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Statement of Madison Mayor Paul Soglin on the Dismantling of Walkerville Posted Jun 17, 2011
I appreciate the cooperation of everyone involved in the roughly ten-day experience known as Walkerville in downtown Madison. There were …
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Statement of Madison Mayor Paul Soglin on the Recently Passed State Budget Posted Jun 17, 2011
The passage of the state budget and the "budget repair" bill is deeply disappointing. While the Republican legislature touts the budget …
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Mayor Soglin Responds To Concealed Carry Provisions Posted Jun 17, 2011
Madison - In anticipation of the new concealed carry legislation, Mayor Soglin will meet with Police Chief Noble Wray and City Attorney …
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Mayoral Staff to Attend Juneteenth Festivities Posted Jun 16, 2011
Madison-Although Madison Mayor Paul Soglin will be attending the U.S. Conference of Mayors meeting in Baltimore this weekend; he will be …
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Mayor Soglin is Walking Willy Every Week Posted Jun 10, 2011
Madison Mayor Paul Soglin is joining with Williamson Street business owners and residents in reminding Madisonians that in spite of the …
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Mayor Appoints Assistants and Government Relations Officer Posted May 17, 2011
Madison - Mayor Paul Soglin announced today that he is hiring two assistants and a government relations officer who will be starting work …
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Mayor, Trek Bicycle Announce Agreement on B-cycle Bicycle Sharing Program Posted Apr 26, 2011
Trek and Madison Mayor Paul Soglin are pleased to announce that they have reached a modified agreement that will allow the installation …
