District 17 Neighborhood Updates & Resources

District 17 Neighborhood Updates & Resources

Hello,

Thank you to everyone who joined last night’s small group discussion in the Sandburg area! I truly appreciate your time, ideas, and care for your neighborhoods. For those who couldn’t attend, I’ve gathered a summary and helpful links below so you can stay connected and informed.

From upcoming projects and budget updates to local resources, park programs, and ways to connect directly with me. Below is a summary of key information and links that can help you stay engaged in what’s happening in District 17. 

Highlights & Helpful Links

Connect and Stay Updated

• Schedule a time to meet with me:
  https://calendly.com/district17-95f6/discussion-with-d17-alder-sabrina-madison?month=2025-10
• Read and subscribe to my regular updates:
  https://www.cityofmadison.com/council/district17/blog
• Follow and engage with the city budget process:
  https://www.cityofmadison.com/finance/budget

• Register to attend the upcoming engagement dinner: 

  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/district-17-community-engagement-dinner-tickets-1731912168919?aff=oddtdtcreator 

Neighborhood and Community Projects

• I advocated for the creation of the Sandburg Neighborhood Resource Team, which helped us bring Parks Alive events to Sandburg Park this past summer — and they were a big success!
  https://www.cityofmadison.com/civil-rights/programs/neighborhood-resource-teams/sandburg-neighborhood-resource-team
  https://www.cityofmadison.com/parks/events/parks-alive
• The Imagination Center at Reindahl Park is officially under construction and set to open in fall 2026. Follow and subscribe to updates here:
  https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/locations/reindahl

City Services and Resources

• Learn about the Large Item Ordinance change that I sponsored:
  https://www.cityofmadison.com/streets/trash-recycling/how-do-i-dispose-of/large-items-and-appliances/ending-collection-for
• Order free educational resources from Streets & Urban Forestry (including kid-friendly materials):
  https://www.cityofmadison.com/streets/trash-recycling/resource
• Connect with our Park Rangers at (608) 235-0448 and learn more about their role:
  https://www.cityofmadison.com/parks/about/parkranger.cfm
• Follow updates on the Men’s Shelter at Bartillon Drive:
  https://www.cityofmadison.com/engineering/projects/bartillon-shelter

Get Involved and Take Action

• Find your County Supervisor and share your thoughts on county funding priorities:
  https://dcimapapps.countyofdane.com/supervisors/?page=Who-is-my-Supervisor%3F
• Report a problem in your neighborhood:
  https://www.cityofmadison.com/reportaproblem/
• Learn about Neighborhood Programs and Services across the city:
  https://www.cityofmadison.com/dpced/planning/neighborhood-programs-and-services/1610/

Thank you again for staying engaged and helping make District 17 a better place for everyone. Please reach out anytime or schedule a discussion — I look forward to connecting with you.

In community,
Alder Sabrina Madison
district17@cityofmadison.com