Traffic Engineering

Beginning Monday morning, November 24, the John Nolen Drive Reconstruction Project will transition into Stage 2.

John Nolen Drive will see ongoing construction for the next few years.

A Street Occupancy Permit is needed when your project requires materials or machinery to be on or over: streets, sidewalks, alleys, or public grounds

Current openings to join Traffic Engineering & other City agencies!

Learn about projects happening throughout the Madison area.

Crossing Guards provide a vital service in our neighborhoods by ensuring our families get to and from school safely each day, regardless of weather!

Grab a coloring sheet for your local guard to say thank you!

City of Madison Celebrates Adult School Crossing Guard Recognition Week posted February 13, 2026
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction has officially declared February 16–20, 2026, as Adult School Crossing Guard Recognition Week. The City of Madison is proud to recognize the 65 crossing guards who faithfully serve at intersections…
Common Council to Discuss Collaborative Approaches to Violence Prevention posted January 29, 2026
The Madison Common Council will hold a discussion on Violence Prevention on Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in Room 215 of the Madison Municipal Building. This event will feature presentations from several City agencies,…
Bassett Street Closure for Crane Removal posted January 14, 2026
From Friday, January 16, to Sunday, January 18, N Bassett Street will close, between W Johnson Street and W Dayton Street, by Findorff to dismantle a tower crane for a private development project.