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210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
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Madison, WI 53703
Phone: (608) 266-4071
Fax: (608) 267-8669
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210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
Room 417
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: (608) 266-4071
Fax: (608) 267-8669
WI Relay Service
District 19 Blog
Tag: University Avenue
University Crossing Update
September 19, 2011 9:04 AM
Here's the latest on the University Crossing development project at the corner of University Avenue and Whitney Way.
Over the past month I've been working closely with the Spring Harbor and Glen Oak Hills neighborhood associations, the developer and city staff to review and wrap up some of … [read more]
Label: Development
University Crossing approved by Plan Commission
September 20, 2011 7:57 AM
The Madison Plan Commission has approved demolition and rezoning for University Crossing, a $100 million redevelopment of the former Erdman headquarters at University Avenue and Whitney Way. The 14 acre project was approved unanimously Monday evening.
Earlier in the evening, the Landmarks … [read more]
Label: Development
University Avenue Construction Survival Meeting
February 28, 2012 5:51 PM
Unless you've recently moved to the neighborhood, you're probably well aware of the impending reconstruction of University Avenue from Seoge Road to Allen Blvd. A contractor has been selected and work will start the week of March 26 and continue until late fall.
The contractor and city … [read more]
Label: Road Construction
District News and Notes for March 1
March 1, 2012 10:39 AM
Hello everyone, he's an update on news and events in District 19.
University Avenue construction survival meeting
Just a quick reminder about this meeting tonight at 6pm at Asbury Church. Details here. Construction starts in just a few weeks!
Capital Avenue gunfire
Several … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
University Avenue pre-construction information
March 4, 2012 11:20 PM
Thank you to those of you who attended the University Avenue pre-construction meeting on March 1. We had a great turnout.
For those who weren't able to make it or would like to review, here are links to the presentation that was given and the summary handout.
Here are some additional … [read more]
Label: Road Construction
District News and Notes for March 26
March 25, 2012 10:19 PM
Hello everyone, he's an update on news and events in District 19.
University Avenue Construction
Work is underway! So far it seems like the traffic has been bad, but not apocalyptic. I've received no complaints so far, which I hope means that everyone was aware of what was coming, and … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Unversity Avenue lane shift coming Monday
April 20, 2012 11:04 AM
Just a quick reminder that Stage 2 of the University Avenue reconstruction project begins right on schedule, this coming Monday 4/23.
Starting Sunday, all traffic will be shifted to the north side (normally westbound) lanes of University Avenue, one lane in each direction. The construction … [read more]
Label: Road Construction
Spring Harbor water outage follow up
May 16, 2012 10:47 AM
The information below is from the Madison Water Utility.
For Immediate Release:
May 16, 2012
For More Information Contact:
Gail Gawenda, Water Utility PIO
266-9129
Water Outage Tuesday Evening on West Side
An unplanned water outage Tuesday evening in the Spring Harbor … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Neighborhood news and notes for July 8
July 8, 2012 8:18 PM
Hello everyone, I hope you are enjoying the cooler weather. He's an update on news and events in District 19.
University Avenue stage 3
The University Avenue construction project moves to stage 3 on Monday morning (7/9/12). During stage 3, eastbound traffic will use the outside lane on … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Reminder: Old Middleton on-ramp closes Monday
July 20, 2012 8:00 AM
The ramp from eastbound Old Middleton Road on to University Avenue will be closed for two weeks starting Monday, July 23. The detour is Whitney Way, however, I would recommend avoiding Old Middleton entirely if you can. I expect this closure to cause long backups during morning … [read more]
Label: Road Construction
Neighborhood news and notes for September 8
September 9, 2012 10:16 PM
[Edited 9/11/12 1:11 PM to correct capital budget link.]
Hello Neighbors,
Here's what's up in and around District 19.
(Some) Road Construction Winding Up
With a lot of area streets under construction, getting around has been a bit of a challenge. The good news is that many of … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Old Middleton ramp closed starting Monday
September 14, 2012 10:41 AM
[edited 9/14/12 3:21pm to add information on bike path and additional lane]
The westbound ramp from University Avenue to Old Middleton Road will be closed starting MONDAY SEPTEMBER 17. The closure is expected to last for three weeks, until October 8. Note that this is ahead of the … [read more]
Label: Road Construction
Unversity Avenue lane shift coming Tuesday
October 1, 2012 1:06 AM
University Avenue will be switching to Stage 5 on Tuesday, October 2. Traffic will be moving to the shiny new pavement on the two north side lanes.
The Old Middleton off-ramp closure continues through Sunday Oct. 7.
The bike path closure continues through Sunday Oct. 7.
The project … [read more]
Label: Road Construction
Redevelopment at 5225 University Avenue
December 4, 2012 11:29 PM
Developer Joe Krupp is proposing redevelopment of the former Good & Loud site at 5225 University Avenue. He plans to demolish the existing 4800 square foot building and replace it with a two-tenant 4000 square foot building. One of the tenant spaces would have a drive-through for a … [read more]
Label: Development
Westside Neighborhoods and University Ave. Transportation Survey
April 3, 2013 5:43 PM
If you use the University Avenue/Campus Drive corridor between Segoe Road and Breese Terrace, your input is needed!
The City of Madison, Village of Shorewood Hills, and University of Wisconsin-Madison are working together to identify issues and evaluate short-term and long-term … [read more]
Label: Transportation
Proposed Metro Transit changes may affect you
April 7, 2013 6:21 PM
If you ride Madison Metro from District 19, some proposed route and schedule changes may affect you. For brevity, I've oversimplified these changes and listed only those that affect service to our neighborhoods, so you may wish to read about all of the proposed changes and find out how to give … [read more]
Label: Transportation
University Avenue repaving -- Surprise!
August 21, 2013 10:02 PM
Hi Folks,
It's just before 10pm, and I've just come home after spending about an hour at University Avenue and Spring Harbor Drive with the DOT inspector for the University Avenue (2012) project. If you live, work or travel this corridor, you've seen the repaving and repair work that's … [read more]
Label: Road Construction
Police training exercises at Spring Harbor Middle School
July 25, 2014 11:34 AM
The following information is from the UW Police Department:
The UW Madison Police Department will be conducting a series of trainings at Spring Harbor Middle School on the following dates:
July 29, July 31, Aug. 5, Aug. 7
This training will be held from approximately 12:30 PM until … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Old Middleton on-ramp to be closed Monday
October 10, 2014 3:39 PM
On Monday, October 13th, the Old Middleton Road on-ramp to University Avenue will be closed between the hours of 10:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for an emergency pavement repair. I recommend using Whitney Way as an alternate during thse hours.
The off-ramp from University Avenue will remain open … [read more]
Label: Road Construction
Surprise! Half-Marathon in our neighborhoods this weekend
June 26, 2015 11:18 AM
I have just been notified that the DreamBank Her Half Marathon will be held this Sunday morning June 28 from 7am until noon. The route includes Lake Mendota Drive, Baker Avenue, Old Middleton Road and University Avenue in District 19.
Though I'm very frustrated by the short notice, I want to … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Ramp and Bike Path Closures, Old Middleton at University Avenue 4/11 to 4/25
April 6, 2016 4:16 PM
Starting Monday April, 11th at 7:00 a.m., both the exit and entry ramps from University Avenue to Old Middleton Road will be closed by Parisi Construction in order to install sanitary and storm sewer connections across Old Middleton Road. The closure will last two weeks until Monday, April 25th. … [read more]
Label: Road Construction
University Avenue at Hill Farms Construction starts June 5
May 25, 2017 4:26 PM
The State Department of Transportation is adding a new entrance to Hill Farms from University Avenue as part of the redevelopment project. This entrance is located roughly across from the Old Middleton off ramp.
Construction will begin June 5 (corrected) and is estimated to continue into … [read more]
Label: Road Construction
Reminder: Hill Farms redevelopment meeting tonight
August 30, 2017 10:32 AM
The Hill Farms Neighborhood Association along with Ald. Martin (D11) and myself are hosting a neighborhood meeting tonight on the redevelopment of the private (non-DOT) portion of the Hill Farms state office property.
Representatives from Summit Smith Development will present their plans for … [read more]
Label: Development
Neighborhood meeting: Brennan's site redevelopment
October 12, 2017 5:38 PM
NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING
Redevelopment of Former Brennan's Site
Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at 6:30 p.m.
Dale Heights Presbyterian Church - Sanctuary
5501 University Avenue
Please join me for a neighborhood meeting to discuss a proposal by Realm Real Estate … [read more]
Label: Development
Former Brennan's site redevelopment meeting follow-up
October 31, 2017 2:17 PM
Many thanks to the 70 or so folks who came out last week to learn more about the proposed redevelopment of 5533 University Avenue. There was great participation and many good questions and comments.
The slides presented by the developer are available at this link. You can also view the … [read more]
Label: Development
Neighborhood meeting: Former Perkins site redevelopment
October 31, 2017 2:40 PM
UPDATE 11/6/2017: THIS MEETING IS CANCELED
Please join me for a neighborhood meeting to discuss a proposal by Degen and Associates to redevelop the properties at 5237 and 5133 University Avenue.
The proposal includes a four-story mixed-use building at the former Perkins site with … [read more]
Label: Development
CANCELED: Neighborhood meeting on former Perkins site redevelopment
November 6, 2017 9:44 PM
The neighborhood meeting scheduled for Tuesday 11/7/17 regarding the proposed redevelopment of 5237 and 5133 University Avenue has been canceled by agreement of the developer and myself. It will be rescheduled for a later date.
Ald. Mark Clear
[read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Public involvement meeting set for major University Ave. Project
June 12, 2019 11:03 AM
This project isn't in District 19, but is a big project that will affect the area in 2021. Information on a meeting taking place tomorrow (Thursday, June 13th):
Public involvement meeting set for major University Ave. Project
The City of Madison Engineering Division and Village of Shorewood … [read more]
Label: Road Construction
Office Hours Tomorrow, University Avenue Meeting, and MPD Survey
December 9, 2019 1:15 PM
A quick reminder about office hours tomorrow morning (Tuesday), information on University Avenue Public Information Meeting No. 2 and a link to Madison Police's Community Survey.
Office Hours
A reminder that I will be holding office hours tomorrow (Tuesday) morning at Moka from 7:15 to … [read more]
Label: Meetings
January Office Hours and University Avenue Project Update
January 8, 2020 5:37 PM
Happy New Year! Information on January's Office Hours and the presentations from a recent meeting on the upcoming University Avenue project.
Office Hours
In January, I will be holding open office hours twice.
Date
Location
Wednesday, January 15th (7:30am … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Upcoming Meetings: Metro Network Design, Odana Area Plan and University Ave
February 22, 2021 11:50 AM
I wanted to share some upcoming meetings that may interest residents in District 19:
Metro Transit Network Redesign
Public Information Meeting
Phase One Community Meeting: Wednesday, March 3 @ 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Zoom Link
Meeting Details
Please attend a virtual community … [read more]
Label: Meetings
Proposed Development - 5533/5535 University Avenue (Recording and Presentation)
August 6, 2021 9:44 AM
On August 4th, I hosted a virtual neighborhood meeting about an updated proposal for a mixed-use development at 5533 University Avenue, formerly Brennan's Market. The existing structure would be demolished, and a new, four-story building would be constructed. The building would consist of … [read more]
Label: Development
Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of April 25, 2022
April 25, 2022 8:07 AM
Lake Mendota Drive
At the Common Council meeting last week, the Council approved the Lake Mendota Drive Reconstruction project's roadway geometry resolution.
Thank you to all those who sent in feedback. The City held three public information meetings, multiple committee meetings and … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Last Chance Yard Waste Collection, University Ave and Other Highlights for the Week of May 16, 2022
May 14, 2022 10:15 AM
Last Chance Yard Waste Collection
The Streets Division will be performing a final yard waste collection. Yard waste needs to be placed at the curb by Sunday, May 15. Crews will begin that final sweep through neighborhoods starting the work week following May 15. By performing this last chance … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
June Office Hours, Metro Network Redesign and Highlights for the Week of June 6, 2022
June 5, 2022 2:35 PM
June Office Hours
I will be hosting office hours on Thursday (June 16) from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. I will be using Zoom (with video): REGISTER
Please use the registration above to get the Zoom link. When you register, you'll also get an e-mail reminder on the day of Office Hours. You can … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Highlights for the Week of July 25, 2022
July 24, 2022 4:43 PM
Virtual Meeting for Development Proposal at 6604 Odana Rd
Please join me for a virtual neighborhood meeting on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at 6:30pm, where we will hear about Apex Real Estate Holdings, LLC and Walter Wayne Development's development proposal for 6604 Odana Road, formerly Market … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Office Hours and Other Highlights for the Week of August 15, 2022
August 14, 2022 2:22 PM
August Office Hours
I will be hosting office hours on Tuesday (August 16th) from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. I will be using Zoom (with video): REGISTER
Please use the registration above to get the Zoom link. When you register, you'll also get an e-mail reminder on the day of Office Hours. You can … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Two Neighborhood Meetings and Other Highlights for the Week of September 5, 2022
September 5, 2022 9:33 AM
City offices are closed on Today (Monday, September 5)
Administrative offices are closed on Monday, September 5, for Labor Day. Emergency services will be open; please call 911. You may use Report a Problem for non-emergencies.
Emergency water issue: Call Madison Water Utility, … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Office Hours, Budget, More Vision Zero Changes and Other Highlights for the Week of September 12, 2022
September 11, 2022 3:07 PM
September Office Hours
I will be hosting office hours on Wednesday (9/14) from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. I will be using Zoom (with video): REGISTER
Please use the registration above to get the Zoom link. When you register, you'll also get an e-mail reminder on the day of Office Hours. You can … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Highlights for the Week of September 19, 2022
September 19, 2022 9:43 AM
The Common Council will meet in hybrid format at 6:30pm on Tuesday, September 20. The proposed ordinance that would prohibit the Madison Police Department and law enforcement responding under mutual aid from using tear gas, mace, impact projectile devices or other chemical agent for the purposes … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
New Old Canoe and Highlights for the Week of September 26, 2022
September 25, 2022 1:45 PM
3000 Year Old Canoe Recovered in Lake Mendota
Last week, a 3000-year-old canoe was recovered from Lake Mendota and extracted via Spring Harbor Beach. The Wisconsin State Journal has all the amazing details.
For information about additional City meetings scheduled for this week, … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Highlights for the Week of October 3, 2022
October 2, 2022 1:40 PM
5602 & 5606 Schroeder Road at Plan Commission on Monday
The proposed project at 5602 & 5606 Schroeder Road will be on the agenda at the October 3rd Plan Commission meeting.
Meeting details
Meeting agenda
Watch online
Mendota-Grassman Greenway Flood Mitigation and … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Highlights for the Week of October 10, 2022
October 7, 2022 4:16 PM
The Common Council will meet in hybrid format at 6:30pm on Tuesday, October 11.
Meeting details
Meeting agenda
Watch online
Many other committees meet the week of October 10, including the Landmarks Commission, Urban Design Commission, Board of Public Works, Public Safety Review … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
October Office Hours, Budget, and Other Highlights for the Week of October 17, 2022
October 17, 2022 9:41 AM
October Office Hours
I will be hosting office hours on Thursday (10/20) from 7:30am to 9:30am. I will be using Zoom (with video): REGISTER
Please use the registration above to get the Zoom link. When you register, you'll also get an e-mail reminder on the day of Office Hours. You can … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Highlights for the Week of October 24, 2022
October 24, 2022 9:25 AM
The Common Council will meet in hybrid format at 6:30pm on Tuesday, October 25.
Meeting details
Meeting agenda
Watch online
Last Virtual Community Session on the 2023 Budget
The city's budget for 2023 will be debated and adopted by the Common Council in November. In addition to … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Highlights for the Week of October 31, 2022
October 30, 2022 5:27 PM
WEDNESDAY - OPEN HOUSE @ CUNA Mutual Group - Planned Demolition of 5710 Mineral Point Road
Alder Tishler and I will be hosting an informal open house at CUNA Mutual Group - 5810 Mineral Point Road on Wednesday (November 2, 2022) from 5pm-6:30pm. CUNA Mutual Group will share plans for the next … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Voting Info, Office Hours and Highlights for the Week of November 7, 2022
November 6, 2022 4:42 PM
Vote!
If you haven't done so already, please remember to vote in the General Election on Tuesday!!!
Polls are open from 7am until 8pm.
As a reminder: Due to redistricting, ward numbers changed in early 2022.
Here are the voting locations for Tuesday:
Ward
Voting … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Highlights for the Week of November 28, 2022
November 28, 2022 10:50 AM
Finance Committee: The Finance Committee meets virtually on Monday, November 28, at 4:30pm. Items on their agenda include a resolution authorizing agreements for the purpose of providing Paratransit Services to Madison Metro, and a resolution awarding $8,950,000 from the Affordable Housing Fund … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
