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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
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District 19 Blog
Tag: operating budget
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]
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2012 City Budget Recap
November 20, 2011 3:51 PM
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]
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Neighborhood news and notes for April 10
April 10, 2012 7:13 PM
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]
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Opposing property tax exemptions
March 18, 2013 10:40 PM
This coming Tuesday the council will consider a resolution I authored opposing state legislation that would provide a property and sales tax exemption for broadcast facilities. The bill, AB5, has bipartisan sponsorship and is supported by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association. Studio … [read more]
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The legislature's war on cities
May 9, 2013 3:01 PM
From the point of view of a city, the state government is basically a deity. The legislature creates cities, and has virtually limitless power to control what we can do and how.
If today had a movie title, it would be, "The Gods Must Be Angry," because municipal government is taking a … [read more]
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Upcoming meetings of interest
October 2, 2016 1:19 PM
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]
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Reminder: Budget Listening Session on Thursday
October 12, 2016 9:30 PM
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]
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2019 Capital and Operating Budget
November 11, 2018 2:23 PM
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]
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Monday Office Hours, Thanksgiving Trash Collection, Alternate Side Parking, Budget & New Midtown Police Blog
November 18, 2018 5:29 PM
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]
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2020 Capital and Operating Budget
October 24, 2019 12:47 PM
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]
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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]
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2020 Budget
November 22, 2019 3:33 PM
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]
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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
Office Hours Tomorrow, Halloween, Budget and Voting Update
September 22, 2020 4:23 PM
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]
Label: Basic Services
2021 Capital and Operating Budget
November 1, 2020 7:45 PM
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]
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2021 Budget, Salt Route Changes, Madison City Channel on Roku
November 19, 2020 9:10 AM
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]
Label: Basic Services
Office Hours, Redistricting, Operating Budget, Brush Collection, Vision Zero and Other Highlights for the Week of October 4, 2021
October 4, 2021 10:45 AM
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]
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Fall Yard Collection Begins and Other Highlights for the Week of October 11, 2021
October 8, 2021 8:17 PM
2022 Executive Operating Budget
The Finance Committee will be discussing the 2022 Executive Operating Budget at its meetings on Monday and Tuesday.
Monday
Meeting Details
Meeting Agenda
Register for Public Comment
Tuesday
Meeting Details
Meeting Agenda
Register for … [read more]
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Budget Update, Redistricting and Other Highlights for the Week of October 25
October 24, 2021 7:40 PM
2022 Operating Budget
The Finance Committee will be discussing amendments to the 2022 Executive Operating Budget at its meeting on Monday. The Common Council will take up the budget on the second week of November. I'll have a long post about the capital and operating budget soon.
Meeting … [read more]
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2022 Capital and Operating Budget
November 5, 2021 2:34 PM
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]
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Redistricting, Budget, Lake Mendota Discovery, and Highlights for the Week of November 8
November 8, 2021 10:40 AM
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]
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2022 Budget, ADUs, Old Middleton Rd and Highlights for the Week of November 15
November 14, 2021 6:06 PM
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]
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]
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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]
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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]
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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]
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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]
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2023 Capital and Operating Budget
November 1, 2022 8:15 PM
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]
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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]
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Final Budget Vote This Week and Other Highlights for the Week of November 14, 2022
November 13, 2022 5:28 PM
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]
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Highlights for the Week of November 21, 2022
November 20, 2022 8:06 PM
?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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