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Week of June 9th

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Dear District 16 Neighbors,

I hope that you are enjoying the start of June and the beginning of summer! Our district has so many beautiful parks and outdoor spaces, and I hope that you will take advantage of the incredible programming that is offered throughout Madison for families and kiddos of all ages. This Thursday, June 12th, the Goodman Pool will be opening for the summer!

Wear orange press conference

On a more somber note, June 6th was National Gun Violence Awareness Day. I was proud to join County Executive Melissa Agard, Mayor Satya Rhodes Conway, Interim Chief Patterson, leaders from Moms Demand Action and Public Health Madison & Dane County to discuss the importance of ending the epidemic of gun violence, safe storage of firearms, and how to have these conversations with our youth.

As a reminder, the city will be hosting several budget engagement sessions throughout June. The first one was held this past week, where we heard from public works agencies and city leaders about the 2026 budget. I strongly encourage you to attend one or more of these sessions. They provide a valuable opportunity for education and input on the city’s budgeting process.

As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I hope to see you soon at an event in the community!

-Sean

MPD Traffic Safety Enforcement:

The Madison Police Department is launching a new data-driven traffic safety plan to help reduce dangerous driving. The proactive safety program runs now through September 1, 2025.

Department leadership will review crash data and pinpoint potentially dangerous intersections and sections of roads throughout the city. These areas will then receive extra patrols and additional enforcement. Problem areas will be identified each week.

“We’ve had an increase in community members reaching out concerned about traffic safety. This program was designed after hearing their concerns,” said Assistant Chief Matt Tye.

Drivers may see more speed enforcement waves as a result of this safety plan. The primary focus of this initiative is the enforcement of hazardous moving violations through the issuance of citations.

“Research consistently shows that citations are more effective than warnings in improving driving behavior. We hope through education and extra enforcement, people will be more mindful of their driving behaviors,” Tye said.

The Department will evaluate the data collected at the end of the summer and determine future plans.

Equal Opportunities Commission:

The City of Madison Equal Opportunities Commission is hosting a new series of public listening sessions to discuss workplace discrimination and empower individuals with the necessary tools to report it.

The first session will be held this Wednesday, June 11, at 6 PM at the Central Library, 201 W. Mifflin Street, Madison, WI. Nearby off-street parking is free after 6 PM. Refreshments will be provided. The sessions are open to the public. All are welcome to attend. Please let us know in advance if you need interpreters for language access.

These listening sessions are part of a broader citywide initiative to engage community members in open dialogue and amplify diverse experiences. The Commission aims to build more equitable and inclusive professional environments across the City of Madison.

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.

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

Announcements and News Releases

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

  • Madison Bike Week, Monday, June (This Event Occurs On Multiple Days): Bike Week celebrates riding to work, to the grocery store, to a park, to the library—or biking just to feel the warm wind blowing through your hair. Events happen all week long at various locations throughout the city.
  • Parks Alive – Worthington Park: Parks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly activities while building connections with neighbors and creating memories with friends. As always, there will be free food, music and the occasional movie. Come out, get active and enjoy your local green space this summer.
  • Southwest Area Plan – Neighborhood Walk: Join City staff from Planning, Transportation, Community Development, Parks, Police, and more on a neighborhood walk in the Southwest Area. Share your ideas, concerns, and vision for your community to help shape the future of the Southwest Area. Meet at Allied Park, Tuesday, June 10, 5:30 p.m. The walk will be about 1.25 miles long, with free ice cream at the end of the walk.
  • Parks Alive – Meadowood Park: Parks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly activities while building connections with neighbors and creating memories with friends. As always, there will be free food, music and the occasional movie. Come out, get active and enjoy your local green space this summer.
  • Conservation Park Tour – Owen Conservation Park: Conservation Park Tours are educational staff-guided walks held at various conservation parks on the 2nd Wednesday, May - October. Topics vary and include highlights of the past, present and future of the land.
  • 2026 Budget Engagement Meeting - City Administration & Facilities: The meeting will feature an update of the 2026 budget process with Finance Director Dave Schmiedicke and presentations from the Clerk's Office, Information Technology, and the Madison Public Library. The goal of this public meeting is to provide an opportunity for residents to speak directly with City staff about your ideas, concerns, and priorities for Madison’s future.
  • Parks Alive – Penn Park: Parks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly activities while building connections with neighbors and creating memories with friends. As always, there will be free food, music and the occasional movie. Come out, get active and enjoy your local green space this summer.
  • Concerts on the Rooftop: Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press (Dance/Rock n Roll Covers): Enjoy the unparalleled experience of sensational bands and breathtaking views at Concerts on the Rooftop! Dance the night away or just relax with family and friends, A truly unique Madison event. Rod Tuffcurls and The Bench Press is a peak experience band from Chicago, IL. With a focus on bone-crushing three-part harmonies and laser-sharp musicianship, this band is a live performance powerhouse! The band carefully curates each show from a truly eclectic and massive repertoire to cultivate an unclassifiable experience of joy and entertainment for everyone in attendance.
  • Safety Saturday on the Square: Join the Madison Fire Department, Madison Police Department, Madison Metro, and other community partners for Safety Saturday on the Square! Enjoy hands-on activities, demos, and fun for all ages at this free event.
  • Bird & Nature Adventures | Warner Park: Imagine June 2054. Join Naturalist Kathlean Wolf for a talk a talk and walk on climate change. As summers heat up with climate change what will Warner Park look and feel like in 2054?  What can we individually and collectively support and do to help mitigate those impacts?

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

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Alder Sean O'Brien

Alder Sean O'Brien

District 16
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