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Community Connections Week of August 24th, 2026
postedHello District 18,
This week brings a mix of city meetings, public input opportunities, and plenty of ways to get outside before summer winds down. Whether you want to weigh in on a neighborhood reconstruction project, learn about flooding solutions in the Door Creek watershed, or spend an evening listening to live music, there is something here for you. Read on for ways to stay connected and participate.
City Services
- Labor Day is Coming Up – Do You Know Your Collection Schedule? Don't let the holiday trip up your trash and recycling pickup. Get your collection schedule from the Streets Division so you know when to put your carts out. We'll mail a paper copy too, if you'd prefer — just contact our office.
Boards, Commissions & Committee Meetings
Below is a selection of meetings taking place this week. A complete list is available on the City Meeting Schedule page.
- Common Council – Discussion | Monday, August 24 | 5:00 p.m. | Virtual
The discussion topic is the City's approach to recent protests and the subsequent re-opening of Williamson & Baldwin St.
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- Transportation Commission | Wednesday, August 26 | 5:00 p.m. | Virtual
Agenda items include Metro Transit's December service changes.
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Public Input Opportunities
- Door Creek Watershed Study No. 3 | Tuesday, August 25 | 6:00 p.m. | Virtual (Zoom)
The City is completing a watershed study to identify causes of existing flooding in the Door Creek watershed and explore potential solutions. Registration is required to attend.
- Old Middleton Road Underpass of WSOR Railroad | Wednesday, August 26 | 6:00 p.m. | Virtual (Zoom)
The City is proposing a shared use path project extending the University Crossing Bike Path toward Old Middleton Road and Craig Ave, including an underpass of the WSOR Railroad. Registration is required to attend.
- Dickson Pl, Irwin Pl, Dodge St, Carver St, Martin St Reconstruction | Thursday, August 27 | 6:00 p.m. | Virtual (Zoom)
The City is planning to reconstruct streets and utilities within the Lake Forest neighborhood over three phases of construction. Registration is required to attend.
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Alder Glenn