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Alder Keith Furman,
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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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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: public safety
Say farewell to Capt. Lengfeld with a listening sesson Nov. 9
October 30, 2011 11:28 PM
After five years as captain of the west police district, Jay Lengfeld is moving to a new position. MPD does these reassignments regularly for cross-training and to keep their command staff fresh. Please come say thank you to the captain for his service to our district and discuss any issues … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
City Budget Week: Things to watch
November 14, 2011 8:52 PM
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]
Label: Budget
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
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
About Little Manhattan
June 18, 2012 10:58 PM
Last week the Council okayed a liquor license renewal with a number of conditions for Little Manhattan on Odana Road.
Since opening in February, Little Manhattan, a karaoke and pool bar, has had several troubling incidents:
On March 17, the establishment held a private party, was … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
Fire Station 2 Remodel
August 13, 2012 11:27 AM
Remodeling of Fire Station 2 on Grand Canyon Drive is underway!
Thanks to the advocacy of many of you, the badly-needed refurbishment of Station 2 is in progress today rather than being postponed until next year.
The work will modernize and expand the kitchen and dorm facilities … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
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
Siren testing on Saturday 3/16/13
March 15, 2013 4:41 PM
Dane County Emergency Management will be testing emergency sirens on Rough Lee Ct. and Lake Mendota Drive. If you live in the Spring Harbor or Old Middleton neighborhoods, the sound may interrupt your peaceful Saturday. The testing involves sounding the siren for 60 to 90 seconds. Sirens may … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
New Midtown police district likely to move forward
November 10, 2015 12:18 PM
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]
Label: Budget
Midtown Police District Delayed Again
September 26, 2016 2:40 PM
I am troubled to report that there are more delays for the planned Midtown police station. Despite a clear directive from the council that construction should start in 2016, it was revealed earlier this month that the start date has slipped by a year, to mid-2017, with an opening sometime in … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Office Hours Tomorrow (New Location) and Community Public Safety Meeting on 10/28
October 16, 2019 10:09 AM
A reminder that I'm holding open office hours tomorrow morning (at a new location) and information on an upcoming community public safety meeting.
Office Hours
In October, I will be holding open office hours twice, including … [read more]
Label: Meetings
2020 Budget and Madison Police Department
November 6, 2019 8:11 AM
I wanted to share some information to correct some incorrect narratives floating around our community about funding in the proposed 2020 Budget for our excellent Madison Police Department (MPD).
Proposed 2020 Budget
In the 2020 budget, MPD will see a $5M increase (6.5%). This increase would … [read more]
Label: Budget
System Reform Efforts, Public Safety and Budget Update
August 3, 2020 12:51 PM
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]
Label: Basic Services
October Office Hours, Be a Watershed Steward, 6145 Mineral Point Road, Voting, and Public Safety
October 1, 2020 7:20 PM
I will be hosting office hours in October virtually on Wednesday, October 14th (rescheduled from Thursday, October 15th) in the afternoon and Thursday, October 22th in the morning. I will be using Zoom (with video).
I'm introducing a slightly different process this month. Please use the … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
National Voter Education Week, Public Safety Items on Tonight's Agenda, Prescribed Burns, Task Force on Government Structure
October 6, 2020 8:59 AM
Celebrate National Voter Education Week
The Madison City Clerk's Office encourages voters to celebrate National Voter Education Week, October 5-9.
Monday – Be #VoteReady
Verify your voter registration at https://MyVote.wi.gov . If you have moved since you last registered, even if it is to … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
September Office Hours, Capital Budget and Other Highlights for the Week of August 30
August 29, 2021 4:48 PM
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]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of March 7, 2022
March 6, 2022 3:47 PM
Lake Mendota Drive Reconstruction at Transportation Commission
The City of Madison is planning to reconstruct Lake Mendota Dr. Due to the size/scope of the work, this work will be completed over several years, with work being completed on several blocks each year. In 2022, work is planned … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Metro Transit Redesign, MPD, LMD, Westside Market, and Other Highlights for the Week of April 11, 2022
April 10, 2022 3:28 PM
Metro Transit Redesign
Metro has released a draft Transit Network Redesign Plan, which is a proposed complete restructuring of service in 2023. This draft plan is designed toward a ridership goal. The plan focuses on fewer routes that are more direct and frequent, while providing coverage … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Metro Network Redesign and Highlights for the Week of May 23, 2022
May 22, 2022 3:06 PM
Common Council Meeting: Tuesday, May 24th
The Common Council will meet virtually at 6:30pm on Tuesday, May 24.
Meeting details
Meeting agenda
Watch online
Lake Mendota Drive 2022 Project
After approving the geometry for the entire Lake Mendota Drive project, the … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Highlights for the Week of July 18, 2022
July 17, 2022 3:18 PM
The Common Council will meet in hybrid format at 6:30pm on Tuesday, July 19th.
Note: 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 … [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
Tuesday's Election, August Office Hours and Highlights for the Week of August 8, 2022
August 7, 2022 3:49 PM
Election Day for the Partisan Primary is Tuesday, August 9th!
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 Location
91, … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Wexford Pond Dredging and Highlights for the Week of August 22, 2022
August 21, 2022 7:58 PM
Wexford Pond Dredging
A public information meeting is scheduled for 5 p.m., Aug. 23, 2022, via Zoom for the Wexford Pond Dredging project. Registration is required.
For information about additional City meetings scheduled for this week, please consult the City Meeting … [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
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 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
Highlights for the Week of December 5, 2022
December 5, 2022 11:59 AM
Transportation Policy and Planning Board meets on Monday, December 5 at 5:00 PM. Items on the agenda include establishing a Transportation Demand Management Program and amending Sections within Chapter 28 of the Madison General Ordinances to implement the new Transit Orientated Development … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
