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Week of June 22nd

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Dear District 16 Neighbors 

This week is going to be a busy one, with several important Public Information Meetings, committee meetings, and agenda items coming before the council on Tuesday for final adoption. 

The second Budget Engagement session will be on Wednesday June 24th from 6:00-8:00pm at the Warner Park Community Center. This budget engagement session will focus on Planning and Transportation. Note: the budget engagement session on Public Facilities and Services was rescheduled to July 16th due to severe weather. 

Following recent storms, the city has added additional brush pick up. You can find the next brush pick up dates for your neighborhood here. You can also take brush to one of the several drop off sites across the city, which you can find here. Note that yard waste and brush are different and have different pick up schedules. 

Finally, the city has updated requirements for large item pick up. You must now schedule a pick up time for large items left on curbs. Certain items do have fees for pick up – you can find a list of specific items with fees here. As of January 1st 2025, the City of Madison will not provide large item pick up for multi-family properties with 8 units or more.

Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance! As always, I'm eager to hear from you.

-Sean

Southeast Area Plan 

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The Southeast Area Plan is coming before the common council for final adoption on Tuesday, June 23rd. This is the culmination of years of work by residents, business leaders, community organizations, and city staff. This document will serve as a guide for shaping the future of our neighborhoods in Southeast Madison over the next decade. 

There has been significant public input, including hundreds of comments left on the interactive feedback map, participation in the “Shaping the Future of the Southeast Bracket", several public information meetings, a District 16 community conversation at Fire Station 14, a business walk, and regular vetting and updates to the relevant Boards, Committees, and Commissions. 

Recommendations in District 16: 

  • An update to the Generalized Future Land Use (GFLU) map at the intersection of E. Buckeye Rd. and Vondron to allow for community mixed use. 
  • Expand Transit Oriented Development (TOD) overlays at nodes and/or along S Stoughton Road between Buckeye and Pflaum Roads and implement the mixed-use Generalized Future Land Use alternative if WisDOT chooses the wide urban boulevard alternative.
  • Study the potential for traffic calming measures in the Secret Places and Lost Creek Neighborhoods, especially at pedestrian crossings near Marsh and Siggelkow Roads.
  • A recommendation for more bus shelters and other amenities at bus stops across the district. 
  • A recommendation that WisDOT accept the wide boulevard option for the re-design of US 51 (S. Stoughton Rd.) and enhance pedestrian safety, as well as changes to GFLU map should WisDOT pick that option. 

  • Updates to the sidewalk and path network. As well as some proposed new streets near Secret Places and updates to the GFLU. 

     

Planned Development Zoning PMI's

Planned Dev. Re-Zoning

This week, there will be two public information meetings on the upcoming zoning changes to Planned Development (PD) Zoning. Houses who will be affected should have received a postcard with information about these meetings. There are two main neighborhoods in District 16 that will be affected by these changes: Reston Heights & Lost Creek. 

When: June 22nd, 6:00pm 
Register Here

When: June 25th, 6:00pm 
Register Here

You can check to see if your property is in a PD zone or conventional zoning district by using the Assessor's Office's Property Lookup tool. The tool will list the zoning district of a property under the “Property Information" section.

A list of properties to be rezoned and what their proposed conventional zoning districts will be is available online. Residents whose property is currently in a PD can refer to the full list, which is sorted alphabetically by street name, or the webpage for this project to find their proposed new zoning designation. In determining these proposed changes, zoning staff worked to select conventional zoning districts that, as much as possible, match the required setbacks and lot sizes in the PD and are consistent with the existing built condition of buildings.

You can learn more about the benefits of rezoning from a PD to a conventional zoning district on the City of Madison's web page.

Dog Regulations In Madison

As summer continues, I have started to hear more concerns about the rules surrounding dogs in the city.

All City of Madison residents owning a dog or cat that is 5 months of age or older must have their pet licensed. The license year is January 1 through December 31. Licenses are $25.00 for Spayed or Neutered animals and $36.00 for Unspayed or Unneutered. You can apply for a dog license here. 

Dogs are welcome in neighborhood, community, and mini parks in Madison. However, they must remain on leashes at all times. Owners must clean up after their pets and have their license with them. Violations may result in fines listed in MGO 23.32. 

Dogs are not permitted in a handful of locations in our parks, including shelters, conservation parks, and sporting fields. You can find a full list of prohibited locations here. 

Madison also offers nine off leash dog parks: Brittingham, Demetral, McCormick Park, North Star Park, Odana School Park, Quann Park, Sycamore Park, Walnut Grove, and Warner Park. You can learn more about our off leash dog parks, their rules, and regulations here. 

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, June 23, at 6:30 p.m. in hybrid format. Agenda Items of interest include:

  • Item #3 - A presentation by the Welch Group on the City of Madison's lobbying efforts 

  • Item #7 - Adopting the Southeast Area Plan and the related Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan. (I am a sponsor) 

  • Item #8 - Adopting the Southwest Area Plan and the related Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan. 
  • Item #23 - Authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute Amendment No. 4 to the existing Purchase of Services contract between the City of Madison and Brown and Caldwell for engineering services for the Door Creek Watershed Study. (I am a sponsor) 
  • Item #27 - Awarding Public Works Contract No. 9709, Yahara Hills Golf Course Paved Paths. 
  • Item #38 - Authorizing an agreement with Dane County to provide Volunteer Driver Escort Services for the City of Madison for the calendar year 2026 (I am a sponsor) 
  • Item #39 - Entering into an agreement with Dane County for the purpose of providing Metro Transit with State 85.21 funding given to Dane County for the provision of accessible transportation for eligible persons (I am a sponsor). 
  • Item #40 - Authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to enter into an agreement with Dane County to provide Group Access Service for the City of Madison (I am a sponsor) 
  • ​​Item #42 -  Authorizing the Transit General Manager to file an application for a Section 5310 Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program Grant with U.S. Department of Transportation (I am a sponsor)

  • Housing Policy Committee: The Housing Policy Committee meeting will take place on Thursday, June 25, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include a presentation from the Tenant Resource Center on evictions in Dane County.

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)

  • Public Information Meeting: Rezoning Planned Development Zones, Monday, June 22: The City of Madison is exploring the rezoning of several single- and two-family Planned Development Zones (PDs) into conventional zoning districts. Rezoning PDs into conventional single- and two-family zoning districts will make zoning rules clearer and more consistent for homeowners and ensure that everyone has the same opportunity to make changes to their property. This is the first of two virtual Public Information Meetings the City of Madison is hosting on its PD Rezoning project. 
  • Madison LakeWay Public Art Project Finalist Meet & Greet, Wednesday, June 24: The LakeWay Partners will host a community meet and greet with the finalists on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Join to hear 5-minute presentations about their artistic practice and learn more about the project site and design process.  Read our press release to learn more about this event. 
  • City Budget Engagement | Planning & Transportation, Wednesday, June 24: Learn more about the City of Madison budget process and get your questions answered during budget engagement sessions planned across Madison. This session focuses on Planning & Transportation. From 6-7pm you'll have an opportunity to stop by different tables and chat with representatives from the following City agencies: Building Inspection, Community Development Authority, Community Development Division, Economic Development Division, Metro, Planning, Parking, and Traffic Engineering. After the open house, Finance Director Dave Schmiedicke will do a short presentation about the City of Madison budget process for 2027, followed by a Q&A with alders. 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.
  • Public Information Meeting: Rezoning Planned Development Zones, Thursday, June 25: The City of Madison is exploring the rezoning of several single- and two-family Planned Development Zones (PDs) into conventional zoning districts. Rezoning PDs into conventional single- and two-family zoning districts will make zoning rules clearer and more consistent for homeowners and ensure that everyone has the same opportunity to make changes to their property. This is the second of two virtual Public Information Meetings the City of Madison is hosting on its PD Rezoning project.

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 22 (This Event Occurs on Multiple Dates): Enjoy The Glen for a stroll, nature, workout or leashed dog walk from sunrise to 8:00 am. Tee times resume at hole #1 at 8:00am. Visitors should be alert for golf balls and golfers while exiting the course.
  • Parks Alive | Elver Park, Monday, June 22: Parks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share in 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 23: Learn to Kayak with Madison Boats! Register online for this free class offered at Wingra Park. Beginners will learn basic information about equipment and proper technique. After a few demonstrations, participants practice their new skills in the water! 
  • Parks Alive | Aldo Leopold Park, Tuesday, June 23: Parks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share in 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.
  • Parks Alive | Hammersley Park, Wednesday, June 24: Parks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share in 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.
  • Capitol City Band Concerts - 58th Season, Thursday, June 25 (This Event Occurs on Multiple Dates): The Capitol City Band's 58th season begins June 18 at the Rennebohm Park Shelter. Bring a chair and enjoy live music on Thursdays at 7:00 PM through August 20.
  • Concerts on the Rooftop: La Combi (Latin Band), Thursday, June 25: A truly unique Madison experience! Experience the unparalleled magic of sensational bands and breathtaking views at Concerts on the Rooftop! Dance the night away or just relax with family and friends, Concerts on the Rooftop provides a fun and free experience for all! La Combi is an eclectic Latin Band that gets its name from the “Combi'" buses of Peru which are the main public transportation. La Combi has something for every Latin American taste, including Peruvian Salsa, Chicha (Peruvian Cumbia), Merengue, Festejo, Bachata and more! Free ticket required for admission. Secure ticket through Eventbrite.
  • Northside Food Cart Fest, Friday, June 26: Join us for Northside Food Cart Fest, in partnership with FEED Kitchen, outside Warner Park Community Recreation Center! We'll have a bounce house, balloon twister, face painters, music and of course, food carts! No registration is required for this family-friendly event. Food tickets will be available for purchase. 
  • Live at The Glen | Little Priest Singers, Friday, June 26: Madison Parks Foundation is proud to present Live at The Glen! Enjoy live music on the patio at The Glen Golf Park. The Little Priest Singers are a Southern/Ho-Chunk family drum group based in Wisconsin Dells, WI, specializing in traditional Native American music. Known for performing at cultural events and educational festivals, they promote and preserve Indigenous culture, traditions, and music.
  • Bird & Nature Adventures | Edna Taylor, Saturday, June 27: 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, 10:00 - 11:30 AM of each month

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

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