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Alder Keith Furman

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Council President

Alder Keith Furman,
Council President

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Common Council Office:
210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
Room 417
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: (608) 266-4071
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Tag: capital budget

In defense of the Edgewater TIF

On Monday the Board of Estimates will consider 13 amendments to the Mayor's proposed 2012 Capital Budget. Among them is one I submitted that would restore the full $16M funding for a TIF loan for the Edgewater project. The amendment is co-sponsored by nine of my colleagues. This amendment is … [read more]

City Budget Week: Things to watch

This week the Common Council will be finalizing the 2012 city budget. I won't bore you with the whole document (which is available here), but do want to highlight a few items that are important or that I'm directly involved in, and solicit your input. Overall, I think the budget is pretty … [read more]

2012 City Budget Recap

The 2012 city budget has been passed and signed. Here's a quick summary of the amendments I highlighted in my previous post and the results of those amendments. Capital Budget Amendment 1: Remodel Fire Station #2 (Grand Canyon Drive) This amendment passed on a voice vote, meaning … [read more]

Neighborhood news and notes for April 10

Hello everyone, he's an update on news and events in District 19. University Crossing Phase 2 Phase 2 received final approval from the Urban Design Commission last week and from the Plan Commission last night. The project will be before the common council next Tuesday 4/17 for it's … [read more]

Neighborhood news and notes for September 8

[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]

New Midtown police district likely to move forward

I know many of you are interested in the fate of the proposed Midtown police district station on Mineral Point Road, and I'm sure some of you are planning to come and testify at tonight's City Council public hearing on the 2016 budget to support the proposal. While you are of course welcome to … [read more]

Upcoming meetings of interest

Hello Neighbors, Happy October! Please mark your calendars for these upcoming meetings: Monday, Oct. 3, Madison Police Community Forum with Chief Koval 7:00PM, Good Shepherd Church, 5701 Raymond Road Come hear what's on the chief's mind and let him know what's on yours. Thursday, … [read more]

Reminder: Budget Listening Session on Thursday

Thursday, Oct. 13, Alders' Budget Listening Session 6:30PM, Our Redeemer Church, 1702 McKenna Boulevard Alders McKinney, King, Skidmore, Gruber and I are holding a joint public listening session in anticipation of the upcoming annual city budget process. There will be a presentation on the … [read more]

2019 Capital and Operating Budget

On Tuesday, November 13 (and November 14, if necessary), the Common Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing and adopt a capital and operating budget for 2019. For those interested, this is post provides details on what's happened so far and what's next. The City of Madison has a … [read more]

Budget Amendment for 2019 Citywide Flood Mitigation

I am sponsoring, along with Alders Martin, Carter, McKinney, and Phair, a budget amendment for the 2019 Capital Budget to help start the long process of implementing flood mitigation. This amendment addresses some of the infrastructure deficiencies that have been brought to light after … [read more]

Monday Office Hours, Thanksgiving Trash Collection, Alternate Side Parking, Budget & New Midtown Police Blog

I wanted to send out a few updates as we head into the Thanksgiving Holiday week. This update includes information about my open office hours this week, refuse and recycling collection schedule for the Thanksgiving Holiday, alternate side parking reminder, the budget and the launch of a new … [read more]

2020 Capital and Operating Budget

On Tuesday, November 12 (and November 13 & 14, if necessary), the Common Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing and adopt a capital and operating budget for 2020. For those interested, this is post provides details on what's happened so far and what's next. The City of Madison … [read more]

2020 Budget

The Common Council concluded the City's annual budgeting process at meetings last week (11/12 & 11/13). The Council adopted amended versions of both the Capital and Operating budgets. The adopted budget results in an increase in tax levy and a 25.1% decrease in borrowing as compared to 2019. … [read more]

System Reform Efforts, Public Safety and Budget Update

I wanted to provide an update on some important City issues during this incredibly challenging time in our community. As we grapple with a pandemic which is causing great upheaval to everyone's lives, Alders are challenged with doing our part to help with recovery, an extremely difficult … [read more]

Office Hours Tomorrow, Halloween, Budget and Voting Update

A reminder that I will be hosting virtual office hours tomorrow (Wednesday) morning from 7:30 am to 9:30 am. Learn more about my September office hours here. Halloween I've been asked recently what Public Health's guidance is for Halloween. Here's some information: Public Health … [read more]

2021 Capital and Operating Budget

On Tuesday, November 10 (and November 11 & 12, if necessary), the Common Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing and adopt a capital and operating budget for 2021. For those interested, this is post provides details on what's happened so far and what's next. The City of Madison … [read more]

2021 Budget, Salt Route Changes, Madison City Channel on Roku

City Passes 2021 Budget with Lowest Levy Increase in Five Years Last week the Madison Common Council approved the 2021 Capital and Operating Budgets. The Council adopted a $166.4 million Capital Budget and a $349.5 million Operating Budget that was about $28,000 below the allowable levy … [read more]

September Office Hours, Capital Budget and Other Highlights for the Week of August 30

September Office Hours I will be hosting office hours on Wednesday, September 22nd (virtually) 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 … [read more]

2022 Capital Budget, Redistricting and Other Highlights for the Week of September 6

L’shana tova to those celebrating Rosh Hashanah this week. Due to Labor Day and Rosh Hashanah, there are less City meetings this week than usual. 2022 Executive Capital Budget On August 31, Mayor Rhodes-Conway released the 2022 Executive Capital Budget and 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan … [read more]

Redistricting, Odana Area Plan and Other Highlights for the Week of September 20, 2021

Redistricting This week is a big week for local redistricting. As a reminder, redistricting, the process of redrawing the City's wards and alder districts based on population changes that have occurred over the last decade, is happening now. Redistricting determines which communities and … [read more]

BRT, Let's Talk Streets and Other Highlights for the Week of September 27, 2021

City 2022 Executive Capital Budget The Finance Committee will be discussing the 2022 Executive Capital Budget at its meeting on Monday. Meeting Details Meeting Agenda Register for Public Comment Bus Rapid Transit Community Meeting - 30% Project Design Attend a virtual … [read more]

Office Hours, Redistricting, Operating Budget, Brush Collection, Vision Zero and Other Highlights for the Week of October 4, 2021

October Office Hours I will be hosting office hours this week on Thursday (October 7) 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. … [read more]

2022 Capital and Operating Budget

On Tuesday, November 9th (and November 10th & 11th, if necessary), the Common Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing and adopt a capital and operating budget for 2022. For those interested, this is post provides details on what's happened so far and what's next. The City of … [read more]

Redistricting, Budget, Lake Mendota Discovery, and Highlights for the Week of November 8

Redistricting The Madison Common Council last week approved new district and ward maps based on the 2020 Census. The approved version was concept 7a with some slight modifications. The new maps take effect on January 1st. The configuration of District 19 only changed slightly with addition of … [read more]

2022 Budget, ADUs, Old Middleton Rd and Highlights for the Week of November 15

2022 Budget After a marathon of 3 late night meeting last week that lasted for a total 18 hours, the Common Council approved the City’s 2022 Capital and Operating Budgets. Highlights include funding for a new ambulance at Fire Station 14 to serve the city’s southeast side, support for new … [read more]

Two Neighborhood Meetings and Other Highlights for the Week of September 5, 2022

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]

Office Hours, Budget, More Vision Zero Changes and Other Highlights for the Week of September 12, 2022

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]

Highlights for the Week of October 10, 2022

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]

October Office Hours, Budget, and Other Highlights for the Week of October 17, 2022

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]

Highlights for the Week of October 24, 2022

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]

2023 Capital and Operating Budget

On Tuesday, November 15th (and November 16th & 17th, if necessary), the Common Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing and adopt a capital and operating budget for 2023. For those interested, this post provides details on what's happened so far and what's next. The City of Madison … [read more]

Voting Info, Office Hours and Highlights for the Week of November 7, 2022

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]

Final Budget Vote This Week and Other Highlights for the Week of November 14, 2022

The Common Council will meet this week in hybrid format for 2023 Capital and Operating Budget deliberations. The Council is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Both Wednesday and Thursday will only happen if necessary. The Council will only take public comment on … [read more]

Highlights for the Week of November 21, 2022

?The Common Council will meet in hybrid format at 6:30pm on Tuesday, November 22nd. Meeting details Meeting agenda Watch online ?To see the full list of City meetings scheduled for the week, please consult the City meeting schedule. News Project Update: University … [read more]

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