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Week of June 23rd & Public Information Meetings

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Dear District 16 Residents,

I hope you are having a wonderful weekend! Given the recent heat advisory issued by the National Weather Service, I want to encourage you to check out the city’s resources for staying safe during extreme heat events. Remember to stay cool, hydrate, and check on your neighbors and loved ones.

Thank you to everyone who attended the budget engagement sessions that the city has hosted over the past few weeks. It’s been wonderful to see folks from across our district get more engaged with the budgeting process. There will be one more session on Tuesday, June 24th from 6:00-8:00pm at the HUB on Park Street.

Sean at Garage Sale's

It was great to see so many of you this weekend at the Elvehjem Neighborhood’s Garage Sales! On June 28th, the Elvehjem Neighborhood Association will also be celebrating July 4th with a parade and full day of activities. I look forward to seeing many of you there!

As the weather is warming up and more people are out and about, I always encourage folks to report any concerns and problems they are seeing in the neighborhood using the city’s “report a problem” tool.

While this week’s update is on the shorter side, there is some important information on public engagement meetings below that I hope you will be able to attend. As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out! I am eager to hear from you.

-Sean

South Stoughton Road Public Information Meeting

US 51 Stoughton Rd

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) invites you to their third public involvement meeting for the South Stoughton Road Study, covering 4.4 miles from Voges Road/Terminal Drive in McFarland to WIS 30 in Madison. The study will be presenting and requesting feedback on intersection conceptual alternatives to improve safety, mobility, and community connectivity issues for all travelers on the Stoughton Road South corridor.

Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

La Follette High School – Cafeteria
702 Pflaum Road 
Madison, WI 53716

This meeting will be an open house format and will focus on reviewing conceptual alternatives at each intersection along the corridor and providing input that will help shape the vision for the corridor. In addition, the city will have a representative available to provide updates on the Southeast Area Plan.

The city is working to ensure the redesign is significantly more pedestrian-friendly, as many of our youth must cross Stoughton Road to access Senate Middle School and La Follette High School.

Housing Forward Public Information Meeting

The city of Madison is hosting a virtual public information meeting on the three Housing Forward resolutions that were introduced at the common council meeting on June 17th and I was proud to co-sponsor.

These three proposals aim to make it easier to build the types of smaller homes that we used to build across Madison and already see in many of the city’s established neighborhoods.

This public meeting will include an informational presentation explaining the details of each of the proposals and allow time for questions. If you are unable to attend the virtual meeting, a video recording of the meeting will be posted publicly.

Wednesday, July 5th, 2025
6:00-7:00pm 
Virtual – Watch online

You can learn more about the proposals and see responses to Frequently Asked Questions on the city's informational webpage for the proposals.

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.

  • Finance Committee: The Finance Committee meeting will take place on Monday, June 23, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to enter into an agreement with Dane County to provide Metro Transit with State 85.21 funding, approving the Ready for Reuse Loan Agreements, providing updates on the 2026 Operating Budget Outlook and Process, and an update on Federal Executive Orders and Directives regarding the suspension of Federal Grants and Loans.
  • Plan Commission: The Plan Commission meeting will take place on Monday, June 23, at 5:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include permitting the early acquisition of land and utility interests as set forth on the Relocation Order and Transportation Project Plat No. 5992-10-19 4.02.
  • Transportation Commission: The Transportation Commission meeting will take place on Wednesday, June 25, at 5:00 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items of interest include:
  • Housing Policy Committee: The Housing Policy Committee meeting will take place on Thursday, June 26, at 4:30 p.m. in Room 215 of the Madison Municipal Building. Agenda items include permitting two-family twin and two-unit buildings in all districts where single-family dwellings are also allowed, as well as allowing more permitted uses within the Downtown and Urban Districts.

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

Public Information Meetings (PIMs)

  • Mifflin and Carroll Plaza Redesign Public Meeting, Monday, June 23: Join City of Madison staff to discuss the future of the Top of State pedestrian plaza areas on Mifflin and Carroll Streets at the Capital Square. Mifflin Plaza is being redesigned and rebuilt following the construction of the new Wisconsin History Center. Future plaza phases include the rest of the 100 blocks of both Mifflin and Carroll Streets.
  • 2026 Budget Engagement Meeting - Community & Economic Development, Tuesday, June 24: The meetings will feature an update of the 2026 budget process with Finance Director Dave Schmiedicke and presentations from the Director of Planning, Community & Economic Development, the Community Development Authority, and the Community Development Division. The goal of these public meetings is to provide an opportunity for you to speak directly with City staff about your ideas, concerns, and priorities for Madison’s future.

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

  • Monday Mornings at The Glen, Monday, June 23, 2025 (this event occurs on multiple dates): Enjoy The Glen for a stroll, nature, workout or leashed dog walk from sunrise to 8:00 am. This is your time to enjoy a peaceful, quiet morning at The Glen Golf Park before golfing gets underway for the day. Tee times resume at hole #1 at 8:00am. Visitors should be alert for golf balls and golfers while exiting the course. There is no registration and no programmed activity.
  • Parks Alive at Elver Park, Monday, June 23: 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. June 23 - Self-Care & Wellness
  • Movie in the Park | Raya The Last Dragon, Monday, June 23: Grab a blanket or a lawn chair and join us for a free movie in the park! Movie: Raya and The Last Dragon(link is external) (2021) PG 1h 47m. Showtime: 6:30pm. This movie showing is part of the Parks Alive program. Parks Alive is 5 - 7pm.
  • Lakeside Kids: Super Awesome Yo-Yo Show (featuring Mark Hayward), Tuesday, June 24: Join us for another exciting summer season of Lakeside Kids! – a free, interactive series featuring science, culture, arts and entertainment. Designed for kids ages 4+, this event provides hands on fun and learning in an engaging and dynamic setting.
  • Parks Alive at Sandburg Park, Tuesday, June 24: 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.
  • Learn to Kayak, Tuesday, June 24: Learn to Kayak with Madison Boats! Register online for this free class offered at Marshall Park. All ages are welcome! Anyone under 18 must have a guardian present and anyone under the age of 7 must have their guardian in the kayak. If guardians are attending but not participating, they are welcome to hang out on the beach/pier during the instructional portion.
  • Movie in the Park | Inside Out 2, Tuesday, June 24: Grab a blanket or a lawn chair and join us for a free movie in the park! Movie: Inside Out 2(link is external) (2024) PG 1h 36m, Showtime: 6:30pm. This movie showing is part of the Parks Alive program. Parks Alive is 5 - 7pm.
  • Barre3 Fitness Class at The Glen, Tuesday, June 24: Join Madison's barre3 and Madison Parks Foundation on fairway #1 at The Glen Golf Park for a heart-pumping, joy-filled workout.
  • Live @ Lake Vista: Shekinah King, Wednesday, June 25: Shekinah King is a talented singer, songwriter, and keyboardist who draws inspiration from a diverse range of musical influences. Shekinah’s voice is often likened to Pink, Kelly Clarkson, or Adele and she boasts an impressive repertoire of over 1,500 songs spanning multiple decades and genres, alongside her original compositions. Her debut EP “Heart 2 Heart” was released in September 2024. Free & Open to the Public.
  • Parks Alive at Hammersley Park, Wednesday, June 25: 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. June 25 - Self-Care & Wellness.
  • Movie in the Park | IF, Wednesday, June 25: Grab a blanket or a lawn chair and join us for a free movie in the park! Movie: IF(link is external) (2024) PG 1h 44m, Showtime: 6:30pm. This movie showing is part of the Parks Alive program. Parks Alive is 5 - 7pm.
  • Open House: Park & Open Space Plan, Thursday, June 26: The City of Madison Parks Division invites the community to view the draft 2025-2030 Park & Open Space Plan. See the draft plan, explore the chapters and meet with staff at Parks Lakeside Offices!
  • Parks Alive at Owl Creek Park, Thursday, June 26: 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. June 26 - Self-Care & Wellness.
  • Concerts on the Rooftop: Latin Pride Orquesta (12-piece Latin Band), Thursday, June 26: 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. Latin Pride Orquesta formed in early 2017 with 12 musicians from around the world – Puerto Rico, México, República Dominicana, Peru and Madison. Their exhilarating brand of salsa music and charged live shows have quickly earned them a reputation as one of the most exciting acts to emerge from Madison’s Latin Salsa Music scene.
  • National HIV Testing Day, Friday, June 27: Join us for free HIV testing! No appointment is needed-- you can stop by any time between 10-6 pm. Can't make this date? Get tested any time through our sexual health clinic.
  • Live at The Glen | Sharona & Ray Ray, Friday, June 27: Madison Parks Foundation is proud to present Live at The Glen! Enjoy live music on the patio at The Glen Golf Park. Sharona & Ray Ray(link is external) are a lively duo that plays Pop Rock hits that get people dancing and singing along.  They are seasoned veterans of the music scene and have been playing together in various bands for over 12 years, including Charm School Rejects.
  • Volunteer at The Glen, Saturday, June 28 (this event occurs on multiple dates): Volunteering at The Glen offers you a unique opportunity to contribute to your community, learn new skills, grow personally and professionally, and connect with like-minded individuals.
  • Mobile Vaccination Clinic - Southside Elementary School, Saturday, June 28: FREE VACCINES For children six months and older who: • Do not have insurance • Are under 19 and are Alaskan Native or American Indian • Have BadgerCare • Have most other types of insurance.
  • Bird & Nature Adventures | Edna Taylor, Saturday, June 28: 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.
  • Movie at the Pool | Shark Tale, Saturday, June 28: Enjoy free evening admission and a movie at the Goodman Pool! The Pool will close at 4:30pm and then reopen at 5:15pm with free admission! See the movie starting at 5:30pm.
  • Movie in the Park | Mufasa The Lion King, Saturday, June 28: Join Downtown Madison's Business Improvement District (BID) and Madison Parks for a free movie in Peace Park! Movie: Mufasa: The Lion King(link is external) (2024) PG 1h 58m. Showtime: 8:45pm. Rain date: Sunday, June 29
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Alder Sean O'Brien

Alder Sean O'Brien

District 16
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