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District 19

Alder Keith Furman

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Council President

Alder Keith Furman,
Council President

Contact Information

Council Office

Common Council Office:
210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
Room 417
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: (608) 266-4071
Fax: (608) 267-8669
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District 19 Blog

Tag: water quality

When will my leaves be picked up?

October 11, 2011 4:25 PM
I spent the weekend raking leaves, and I'd bet a lot of you did too. The second question that occurred to me (after, "am I done yet") was, "when will the city pick them up?" The answer, I'm sure you've already guessed, is on the West Side Leaf and Yard Waste Collection Update web site. … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Tags: leaves, water quality

MedDrop event this Saturday

October 20, 2011 10:16 AM
Unwanted, unused prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines can be found in every household in the county. We know that it’s not safe to keep unneeded medicines in the house – children and others can accidentally take them. But you’ve also heard that you shouldn’t flush medicines down the … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Tags: public health, water quality

District News and Notes for December 8

December 8, 2011 11:54 PM
Here are some updates on events and projects in our district. University Crossing phase 2 meeting Though construction of Phase 1 has not yet begun, the second phase of University Crossing is in the planning stages. Phase 2 will consist of two parts: an office/retail mixed use building in … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Tags: development, public health, University Crossing, water quality

No water in Spring Harbor area

May 15, 2012 8:41 PM
There is currently a widespread problem in the Spring Harbor area with no water or low pressure. There is no need to call; crews are already working on the problem (and the emergency line is overwhelmed anyway). Thank you for your patience. [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Tags: Spring Harbor, water quality

Spring Harbor water back on

May 15, 2012 9:55 PM
I hear that the water service has been restored. If you still have no water and you can't reach the water utility emergency number (266-4665) please call me at 695-5709. Thanks again for your patience. [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Tags: Spring Harbor, water quality

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
Tags: Spring Harbor, University Avenue, water quality

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
Tags: University Avenue, water quality

District 19 News and Notes for March 10

March 10, 2013 10:32 PM
So much news to catch up on! Here's what's happening. South Point yard waste site restored Last month I was pleased to co-sponsor a budget amendment restoring service at the South Point yard waste site for 2013. The site will open for the season on March 30. Private wells … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Tags: alcohol licenses, development, Odana, public health, public safety, University Crossing, water quality

Frequently Asked Questions about PFAS

February 8, 2019 5:56 PM
Frequently Asked Questions about PFAS From Madison Water Utility: We have received many questions related to PFAS detected in water at two wells, so we have created an FAQ page that will be updated as needed. Please note that all PFAS testing results will be distributed to our PFAS … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Tags: madison water utility, water quality

PFAS Detections in District 19

April 15, 2019 10:14 AM
Last week the Water Utility announced detection of PFAS (Per- and Poly-fluoroalkyls) at additional wells in the City. These are very, very low level detections – many are at levels too low to accurately quantify. Currently the Utility does not currently know the sources of PFAS at these … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Tags: madison water utility, water quality

January Office Hours and Salt Awareness Week 2021

January 7, 2021 10:18 AM
I will be hosting office hours in January virtually on Tuesday, January 12th in the morning and Thursday, January 21st in the evening. I will be using Zoom (with video). Please use the registration links below to get the Zoom link. When you register, you'll also get an e-mail reminder on the … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Tags: office hours, snow, streets, water quality

Upcoming Meetings: Odana Area Plan & Watershed, New Large Item System Available on May 28 and On-Street Parking Restrictions Resume

May 20, 2021 1:00 PM
Odana Area Plan: Upcoming Public Meetings Draft land use, transportation, parks and open space, and maximum height maps for the Odana Area Plan were shared in late January. Project staff have made some edits since that time, and are looking forward to sharing updated concepts at two … [read more]
Label: Meetings
Tags: COVID-19, engineering, Flooding, Odana, refuse, stormwater, water quality

July Office Hours, Body Cameras, News and Recap from Last Few Weeks, and Highlights for the Week of July 12th

July 9, 2021 5:38 PM
The Alicia Ashman Library is back open, and I will be hosting office hours there on July 14th from 4:30pm to 6pm. I will also be connected via Zoom so you visit in-person or virtually. To connect virtually, please use the registration links below to get the Zoom link. When you register, … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Tags: Ashman Library, COVID-19, Odana, office hours, parks, Spring Harbor, water quality

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
Tags: COVID-19, Lake Mendota Drive, Madison Metro, madison water utility, Metro Transit, parks, public health, University Avenue, water quality

Transit-Oriented Development and Highlights for the Week of May 9, 2022

May 9, 2022 9:58 AM
Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) The Planning Division, in collaboration with Zoning staff, is working to implement a 2018 Comprehensive Plan call for implementation of "Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) overlay zoning" along planned BRT and other high-frequency transit corridors to "create … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Tags: council meeting, development, Vision Zero, water quality

Highlights for the Week of June 13, 2022

June 12, 2022 5:35 PM
June Office Hours -- Rescheduled Due to a conflict, I've rescheduled my office hours from June 16th to Thursday, June 23 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 … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Tags: council meeting, fire, libraries, parks, recycling, refuse, Spring Harbor, water quality

Office Hours, Well 14 Update and Other Highlights for the Week of June 20, 2022

June 19, 2022 2:53 PM
June Office Hours -- This Thursday I will be hosting office hours on Thursday, June 23 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]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Tags: development, Forestry, office hours, parks, Spring Harbor, trees, water quality

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
Tags: capital budget, council meeting, development, engineering, fire, Madison Metro, Metro Transit, Odana, Old Middleton Road, parks, police, refuse, stormwater, University Avenue, water quality

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
Tags: capital budget, council meeting, Madison Metro, Metro Transit, operating budget, parks, public health, University Avenue, water quality

Well 14 Update and Salt Route Changes in Lake Mendota Drive Area

October 24, 2022 2:22 PM
City of Madison Water Utility Well 14, which supplies water to the University Ave corridor and Spring Harbor neighborhood, continues to show a dramatic rise in sodium and chloride levels. Nearly tripling over the last twenty years, concentrations of both ions have steadily increased, and it is … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Tags: Lake Mendota Drive, snow, Spring Harbor, streets, water quality

No Monday Trash Pickup and Other Highlights for the Week of January 16, 2023

January 15, 2023 8:25 PM
Holiday Hours and Office Closures City administrative offices, including the Common Council Office, will be closed on Monday, January 16, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. All emergency services will be open; please call 911. Use Report-a-Problem for non-emergencies that can wait … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Tags: council meeting, engineering, fire, Madison Metro, Metro Transit, recycling, refuse, Vision Zero, water quality

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