City-County Building
Common Council

Dwight Drive, Parks Alive, Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of August 11, 2025 and more

posted 

Hello neighbors, 

It's been a busy summer so far and I hope you've had an opportunity to get out to enjoy some of the many outdoor events offered across Madison.  If you missed me at one of my tours while I served as acting Mayor, I shared a recap with photos that highlights those few days. 

Today's update includes the following: 

  • Virtual Neighborhood Meeting
  • Parks Alive at Sandburg Park
  • Wanda Fullmore Interns
  • 2025 Crisis Intervention and Prevention (CIP) RFP
  • Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of August 11, 2025

Reminder: Virtual Neighborhood Meeting for Dwight Drive residents

Person using laptop
Image credit: Photo by Mikhail Nilov

I am hosting a virtual neighborhood meeting for the residents on Dwight Drive on Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 6pm - 7pm.  Postcards have been mailed out and if you did not receive one, please email me at district17@cityofmadison.com for a meeting invite. 

 

 

Parks Alive at Sandburg Park

  • Tuesday, August 19, 2025
  • 5:00pm – 7:00pm
  • Sandburg Park
    3202 Sunbrook Lane
    Madison, WI 53704
    Directions
  • Free!
kids playing in a park
Image credit: Photo by RDNE Stock project

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.

Sandburg Park Theme

August 19 - Arts & Culture

Connecting with Wanda Fullmore Youth Interns

I love connecting with young people and thankful that Common Wealth Development's leadership reached out to me to join their interns as a guest speaker.  

Wanda Fullmore guest speaker

The teens had great questions about using a public health lens to prevent gun violence. A few of them turned out to be residents in my district and I can't wait to see them using the Imagination Center (library) next year!  Their questions led to a thought provoking and inspiring conversation that lasted for the entire time I spent with them at Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center. Alder Mayer and I also had the opportunity to talk more about our roles as Alders on Common Council. 

Now Available: 2025 Crisis Intervention and Prevention (CIP) RFP

Please read full details including information for attending a required workshop.

Purpose:  The City of Madison Community Development Division's mission is to supporting the necessary conditions for all residents to thrive and reach their highest potential. Through the Community Resources Unit in Community Development Division (CDD), the City aims to work in partnership and collaboration with residents, community partners, stakeholders, and other funders to overcome barriers to opportunity, strengthen neighborhoods, and promote shared prosperity and well-being for all.

Woman using computer
Image credit: WocInTech

As part of this commitment, CDD is seeking program proposals that support Crisis Intervention and Prevention services aimed at promoting safety, well-being, and a sense of stability among youth, individuals, and families. The purpose of the 2025 Crisis Intervention and Prevention (CIP) RFP process is to invest in qualified programs and services that are culturally responsive and provide community-based solutions that build protective factors and strengthen resilience.

Organizations can apply for the CIP RFP under two priority areas:

  • Crisis Intervention Support Services - includes 24/7 helplines and short-term shelter for individuals experiencing gender-based violence and youth without safe housing.
  • Prevention Services and Activities - focuses on upstream solutions that enhance community connectedness, promotes long-term well-being, and reduces risk factors for crisis.

Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of August 11, 2025

Updates and Notices

Ride the Drive: Join the fun at Ride the Drive 2025 on Sunday, August 10. Portions of John Nolen Drive and Willy Street will be closed to vehicles, and three downtown area parks will come alive with all-ages activities, food and entertainment.

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.

Public Information Meetings (PIMs)

Announcements and News Releases

  • Metro Transit August Service Updates: Starting Sunday, August 17, Metro will implement a number of route, schedule, and stop adjustments, including providing all-day service to Verona, WI. [posted August 8, 2025]
  • National Night Out celebrations strengthen ties between Madison police, community: MADISON, Wis. — The Madison Police Department interacted with thousands of community members during this week's National Night Out celebration. National Night Out is held in communities across the country as a way to promote police engagement with…[posted August 8, 2025]
  • Traffic Impacts for Madison Mini Marathon: Multiple streets will be affected on Saturday, August 9th from 7:00am-12:00pm (noon) for the annual Madison Mini Marathon event. [posted August 7, 2025]
  • Ride the Drive Rolls In This Sunday: Get ready to stroll, roll, pedal or glide at Ride the Drive 2025! Join the Madison tradition on Sunday, August 10, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, for a free community event celebrating healthy, active living. [posted August 5, 2025]
  • Street Closures for Ride the Drive: Multiple streets will be closed on Sunday, August 10 from 9:00am - 3:00pm for the annual Ride the Drive event hosted by the Madison Parks Division. Vehicles must be removed from closed streets by 8:00am. [posted August 5, 2025]
  • Leaf Them Alone: Madison Strengthening Tree Protection Ordinances : New and stronger tree protection measures will be introduced at the Common Council's August 5 meeting. [posted August 4, 2025]
  • August Student Move Out Days Are Here: Starting today (August 4, 2025) and : lasting until Friday, August 22, 2025, the Streets Division will be performing extra collection duties in the downtown moving days area. Daily Cart Pickups During the Move Out From August 4 to August 22, we…[posted August 42, 2025]

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

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.

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

 

In community, 

Alder Madison

Categories:
Was this page helpful to you?

District 17 - Alder Madison

Alder Sabrina Madison

Alder Sabrina V. Madison

District 17
Contact Alder Madison

Categories