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Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of July 20, 2026

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Updates and Notices

  • Ride the Drive 2026: Madison Parks invites you to volunteer for Ride the Drive 2026 on Sunday, August 9, 10:00am to 2:00pm. Ride the Drive is a free community event that opens select Madison streets to people for biking, walking, strolling, rolling, and enjoying all-ages activities at three hubs and along the route. Volunteers help create a safe, welcoming experience by supporting intersections, information areas, setup, cleanup, and overall event flow. At this point, intersection guide volunteers are especially helpful as we work to support the full route.

Boards, Commissions, and Committee Meetings

Note: This is not a complete list of meetings for this upcoming week. All meetings and their details can be found at the Meeting Schedule page.

  • Common Council: The Common Council meeting will take place on Tuesday, July 21, at 6:30 p.m. in hybrid format. Agenda items include authorizing a jurisdictional transfer agreement between the City of Madison and the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation to allow the City of Madison to assume full responsibility for sections of US Highway 151 from the Beltline to Blair/ East Washington.
  • Board of Public Works: The Board of Public Works meeting will take place on Wednesday, July 22, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include considering a report of the City Engineer regarding the results of a review of water resource impacts and the necessity of permits for public works construction projects.
  • Housing Policy Committee: The Housing Policy Committee meeting will take place on Thursday, July 23, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include a presentation from Building Inspection regarding minimum housing and property maintenance services.

If you would like more information about becoming a member of the City board, commission, or committee, please visit the page linked here.

Announcements and News Releases

  • Help Your Trees: Urban Forestry Reminds Residents to Water Newly Planted Trees: If a tree has been planted on the terrace in front of your home by Urban Forestry within the last five years, or if you had a tree planted on your private property in that same window of time, please water the tree as needed to increase its chance…[posted July 14, 2026]
  • Lane Closures for Midvale Boulevard Resurfacing: Starting at 9:00am on Monday, July 20, Payne and Dolan will begin resurfacing Midvale Boulevard from Mineral Point Road to University Avenue.  During this resurfacing project one lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction. [posted July 13, 2026]

Please visit the City news webpage to find additional news and announcements and to subscribe to receive notification of news releases as they are posted.

Events

  • Capitol City Band Concerts - 58th Season, Thursday, July 23: The Capitol City Band's 58th season at the Rennebohm Park Shelter. Bring a chair and enjoy live music on Thursdays at 7:00 PM 
  • Concerts on the Rooftop: Gold Dust Women (Fleetwood Mac/Heart Tribute), Thursday, July 23: Gold Dust Women isn't just a tribute band—it's a powerhouse of top-tier musicians, each a standout performer in their own right. When these dynamic personalities come together on stage, they create pure magic, bringing the music of Fleetwood Mac, Heart, and a few unexpected surprises to life with electrifying energy.
  • Brat Fry Friday, Friday, July 24: Come join us for lunch at the links!  The grill will be fired up from 11am-3pm for a delicious afternoon treat.
  • Live at The Glen | Louka & Co., Friday, July 24: Get ready for an unforgettable evening on the Glen Patio with Louka & Co(external), a dynamic group known for their eclectic blend of bluegrass and beyond. Rooted in tradition yet never confined by it, Louka & Co weave together high-energy picking, rich harmonies, and unexpected musical twists that keep audiences engaged from the first note to the last.
  • Volunteer at The Glen, Saturday, July 25: We seek passionate individuals and groups committed to giving back to the community and connecting with the City of Madison golf courses. Gain experience, foster personal growth, and build relationships within the community.  
  • Bird & Nature Adventures | Edna Taylor, Saturday, July 25: Join a naturalist for an easy, family-friendly walk from Aldo Leopold Nature Center into beautiful Edna Taylor Conservation Park and enjoy a bit of nature education along the way. Walks through the Edna Taylor Conservation Park are held on the 4th Saturday, 10-11:30am of each month.

Parks Alive Dates!

Parks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events are held in parks across the city and throughout the summer. Connect with your neighbors and engage with your community at a Parks Alive event near you! Events start at 5:00 p.m.

Interested in volunteering for Parks Alive? Volunteers Welcome! Learn more and register online!

Movie in the Park Dates!

Additional upcoming events can also be found on the City events calendar.

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Alder Bill Tishler

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