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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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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: refuse
Streets Update : Recycling Fee Sticker Waiver Extended, Labor Day and Regular Collection Resumes
August 30, 2018 2:38 PM
News from the Streets Division about an extension to the recycling fee sticker waiver, Labor Day schedule and the resumption of regular collection:
Recycling Fee Sticker Waiver Extended to Friday, September 7
The recycling fee sticker waiver for residents impacted by flood damage has been … [read more]
Label: Uncategorized
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]
Label: Uncategorized
Holiday Tips
December 22, 2018 10:18 AM
City of Madison Streets Division has been publishing an excellent series of holiday recycling tips:
Recycle Old Electronics
Do not put clothes in the green recycling cart
Flatten and bundle the cardboard that does not fit into the recycling cart
Recycle … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
New Years Update
December 29, 2018 3:49 PM
Here's some news on free Metro Transit rides on New Year's Eve, tree collection, and garbage collection around New Year's:
Metro Transit Offers FREE Rides on New Year's Eve
Stay safe during the holidays! Metro Transit and the Tavern League of Wisconsin's Safe Ride Program offer FREE rides … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
January Office Hours & Christmas Tree Collection and the Invasive Elongate Hemlock Scale
January 2, 2019 2:18 PM
Details on January's Office Hours and an update from the Streets Division on Christmas Tree Collection and the Invasive Elongate Hemlock Scale.
Office Hours
In January, I will be holding open office hours twice:
Date
Location
Thursday, January 10th … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Streets Division Update (MLK Day and Final Chance for Christmas Tree Pickup)
January 16, 2019 10:42 AM
Some updates from Streets Division about Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Monday) and final chance for Christmas Tree Pickup:
No Refuse, Recycling, or Drop-off Services on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
There will be no refuse or recycling collection on Monday, January 21 in observance of the … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Council Meeting Rescheduled, Snow Emergency and Large Item and Christmas Tree Delays
January 22, 2019 2:15 PM
I'm making a brief exception to provide some winter-related updates. The best place to get future winter updates remains www.cityofmadison.com/winter.
Due to today's storm, tonight's city council meeting has been rescheduled to next Tuesday, January 29th. The meeting on the 29th will not have … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Madison Prepares for Snow and Extreme Cold
January 27, 2019 6:11 PM
Lots of news to share as the forecast is predicting a big snow storm this evening and extreme temperatures this week. Updates include a declared snow emergency, no refuse pick up on Monday, delayed large item and Christmas tree pickup, and drop-off sites closed for the week of January … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
New Metro Transit Website, Drop-Off Site Hours and Office Hours Reminder
March 25, 2019 10:58 AM
A brief update which includes open office hours reminder for Tuesday, a new Metro Transit website and expanded drop-off site hours.
Open Office Hours
Reminder: Tomorrow evening (3/26/2019), I will have open office hours from 4:30-7pm at Alicia Ashman Library - Study Room - 733 N High Point … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
July Office Hours and July 4th Service Changes (Metro and Trash/Recycling)
July 2, 2019 10:24 AM
Details on July's Office Hours and information on service changes for July 4th.
Office Hours
In July, I will be holding open office hours twice:
Date
Location
Saturday, July 13th (7:30am - 10am)
Westside Community Market - Behind UW Health Digestive … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Office Hours Reminder, Holiday Refuse & Recycling Schedule, Voting and More
December 18, 2019 3:12 PM
A reminder about office hours tomorrow and some updates on holiday refuse and recycling schedule, voting registration, property tax bill and Whole Foods at Madison Yards.
Open Office Hours
Reminder: Tomorrow evening (Tuesday 12/19/2019), I will have the final open office hours of year … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
New Years Eve and Day Refuse and Recycling Schedule & Metro Transit Free Rides on New Year's Eve
December 30, 2019 9:32 AM
Some New Year's related news to share about refuse and recycling and Metro Transit.
New Year's Eve and New Year's Day Refuse & Recycling Schedule
Below is the information regarding Streets Division operations on New Year's Eve 2019 and New Year's Day 2020.
New Year's Eve … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
How to Have Your Christmas Tree Collected
December 31, 2019 8:47 AM
It's that time of the year when the Hallmark Channel returns to its regular programming and it's time to take down the Christmas Tree. Details on pickup below.
How to Have Your Christmas Tree Collected
The invasive species found on trees sold in Wisconsin will not affect curbside collection … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
MLK Day, Christmas Trees, Voting and Winter
January 17, 2020 12:42 PM
Some information on MLK Day, final chance for Christmas Tree pickup, lots of voting information and a reminder about winter updates.
No Refuse, Recycling, or Drop-off Services on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
There will be no refuse or recycling collection on Monday, January 20, 2020 in … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Office Hours Reminder, Yard Waste, Food Scraps and Drop-Off Sites Info
May 6, 2020 11:09 AM
A reminder that I will be hosting virtual office hours tomorrow morning (Thursday) at 7:30 am to 9:30 am.
Learn more about my May office hours here.
If you have a question, concern, or topic of interest that you would like to discuss, but my scheduled open office hours don't work for you, … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Leaf and Yard Waste Collection Schedule Available, Food Scraps Recycling Program Update, Lower Speed Limits and Biking Adventure Project
September 29, 2020 8:59 AM
Some news from the City:
New Leaf and Yard Waste Collection Schedule Now Available
Collection begins the week of October 11, 2020
For the fall of 2020, all neighborhoods of Madison have assigned days when they should set leaves and yard waste out for curbside collection.
The leaves … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Election Day Tips, COVID-19 Recovery Dashboard, Pumpkin Composting, Digital Literacy and Proposed Development at University Research Park
November 2, 2020 8:48 AM
Ten Things for Voters to Know on Election Day
The City of Madison Clerk's Office would like voters to know ten things for this Tuesday's election:
Some polling places have changed since the last Presidential Election. To verify your polling location, visit myvote.wi.gov. I posted about … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
West Side BRT Meeting on 12/3 and Refuse & Recycling Collection Schedule for Thanksgiving
November 23, 2020 8:46 AM
Bus Rapid Transit/West Side Refinements Neighborhood Meeting
Please join us for a virtual neighborhood meeting where we will hear about the planned first phase of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system here in Madison - and in particular, some possible changes to Mineral Point Road and Whitney … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
December Office Hours, URP Development Presentation and Update, Winter Drop-off Site Hours
December 1, 2020 10:19 AM
I will be hosting office hours in December virtually on Wednesday, December 9th in the afternoon and Tuesday, December 15th in the morning. 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 … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Trash & Recycling Collection and Metro Service on Christmas Eve and Christmas
December 23, 2020 8:47 PM
Some quick updates Christmas Eve and Christmas day services below. City offices are closed on both December 24 & 25. Happy Holidays!
Trash & Recycling Collection Will Happen on Christmas Eve
Operating hours will be shortened
The Streets Division will be performing trash and … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Winter Reminder, New Years Eve and Day Services, and Christmas Tree Collection
December 30, 2020 8:50 AM
Just a quick reminder that I generally won't be posting winter weather updates and the best place to get those updates is www.cityofmadison.com/winter. You can subscribe to get updates in a number of ways from that site.
Here are some recent winter updates:
Large Item Collection Canceled … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Tomorrow Office Hours Reminder, New Schedule for Large Item Collection, Flood Mitigation Survey and Grow Your Green Thumb
May 13, 2021 1:46 PM
A reminder that I will be hosting office hours tomorrow (Friday, May 14th) AM via Zoom:
Please use the registration links below to get the Zoom link.
Note: I have set it up so I can only meet one person at a time. If I'm meeting with someone else, there will be a small waiting period in a … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
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
June Office Hours and Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of May 31
May 31, 2021 6:15 PM
I will be hosting office hours in twice in June. One of my sessions will be virtually using Zoom (with video) and the other will be in back in person!
Since we're returning to a new normal and I'm fully vaccinated, I'll be hosting my first in-person office hours since last March 2020! I'll be … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
ARPA Update, University Research Park Development, Metro Redesign and Highlights for the Week of July 19, 2021
July 19, 2021 9:37 AM
Preview of Metro Transit Redesign of Coverage and Ridership
The Transportation Commission and the Transportation Policy and Planning Board will be discussing a preview of proposed Metro Transit Redesign maps at their joint meeting on Monday.
Meeting details
Meeting agenda
Register … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
August Office Hours, Development at 5533 University Avenue, Metro Fare Study, Vision Zero and Other Highlights for the Week of August 2, 2021
August 1, 2021 4:56 PM
August Office Hours
I will be hosting office hours on Tuesday, August 10th (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 Office Hours. … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Redistricting, Odana Area Plan and Other Highlights for the Week of September 20, 2021
September 20, 2021 8:20 AM
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]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
November Office Hours and Other Highlights for the Week of November 1, 2021
October 31, 2021 2:43 PM
November Office Hours
I will be hosting office hours this week on Thursday (November 4) 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 … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Craig Ave, Thanksgiving Impact on Services and Other Highlights for the Week of November 22
November 21, 2021 1:50 PM
Craig Ave. Resurfacing Public Information Meeting on Tuesday
Engineering will hold a public information meeting to share information about the Craig Avenue Resurfacing project on Tuesday at 6pm via Zoom:
Registration is required: Nov. 23, 2021 Public Information Meeting … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
More Large Item Set-outs Days Available and Other Highlights for the Week of December 13
December 13, 2021 9:23 AM
More Large Item Set-outs Days Now Available in Work Order System
The Streets Division is happy to announce that you will now have more opportunities every month to set out large items for collection when you submit a large item work order.
The Streets Division expects you will see weekly … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Christmas Eve and Christmas Service Impacts
December 22, 2021 2:42 PM
Trash & Recycling Will Be Collected on [Friday] Christmas Eve 2021
Drop-off sites also open but closing early
The Streets Division will be performing regularly scheduled curbside collections of trash and recycling on Friday, December 24, 2021.
Streets Division drop-off sites will … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Winter, Xmas Tree Collection, and New Year's Eve & Day Service Impacts
December 29, 2021 11:15 AM
My seasonal reminder that I'll rarely post winter weather updates and the best way to get timely winter updates is to subscribe via the City's Winter updates page. There are lots of different options:
Call the Winter Parking Hotline: (608) 261-9111
Winter Text Alerts
Winter Email … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
January Office Hours, Old Middleton Road and Craig Ave and Highlights for the Week of January 3, 2022
January 2, 2022 4:44 PM
January Office Hours
I will be hosting office hours this week on Thursday (January 6) 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
Lake Mendota Drive and Other Highlights for the Week of January 10, 2022
January 10, 2022 9:04 AM
Lake Mendota Drive
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 for the western most blocks, in 2023, the … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
MLK Day, LMD, Canoe, and Highlights for the Week of January 17, 2022
January 16, 2022 4:19 PM
Lake Mendota Drive Reconstruction
Last week, the Engineering department held a public information meeting to discuss the upcoming Lake Mendota Drive reconstruction project. As a reminder, this work will be completed over several years, with work being completed on several blocks each year. In … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Highlights for the Week of February 7, 2022
February 6, 2022 4:41 PM
Unsheltered Homelessness Response Panel
The City-County Homeless Issues Committee will host an unsheltered homelessness response panel with outreach providers at its meeting on Monday.
Meeting Details
Meeting Agenda
Register for Public Comment
Greater East Towne Plan
The Plan … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Drop Off-Site, Brush and Yard Waste Schedule, April Election and Other Highlights for the Week of March 21, 2022
March 21, 2022 4:12 PM
Announcements
Streets Division News
The Streets Division's drop-off site located at 1501 W. Badger Road will be closing on March 25, 2022 for a construction project. Residents will not be able to use the Badger Road drop-off site while it is closed for construction. The site will … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Highlights for the Week of March 28, 2022
March 27, 2022 3:00 PM
Events
The City of Madison along with The Bubbler at Madison Public Library offer an exciting opportunity for an artist(s) to have an 11-month residency in a dedicated art studio at Thurber Park. The Artist-in-Residence has access to a rent-free studio space (including heat, electricity, … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Office Hours, LMD, Streets Division Updates and Other Highlights for the Week of April 4, 2022
April 3, 2022 4:01 PM
Office Hours on Tuesday
I will be hosting office hours on Thursday (April 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. You can … [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
Highlights for the Week of May 30, 2022
May 29, 2022 10:35 AM
Memorial Day Service Impacts
No Streets Division Collections on Memorial Day, May 30, 2022 - Drop-off sites will also be closed. Madison residents who normally have their trash and recycling collected on Mondays by the Streets Division should instead place their scheduled cart(s) to the … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
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
Power, Storm Response Operations, and Holiday Update - 6/16/2022
June 16, 2022 1:49 PM
MGE Update from June 16, 2022, 11:45 a.m.
MGE Continues to Restore Service Following Two Storms
Following a second storm in Madison Gas and Electric’s (MGE) service territory Wednesday evening, crews continue working to restore power to impacted customers.
As of 11:45 a.m., about 380 … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Highlights for the Week of June 27, 2022
June 27, 2022 8:51 AM
Brush from June 13, 2022 Storm to be Collected by Friday, July 8, 2022 - Residents should place brush out by their scheduled set-out day
Complete 2022 Trash and Recycling Collection Calendars Now Available:
On August 1, around 9,000 west side residents will have their … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
July Office Hours and Other Highlights for the Week of July 4, 2022
July 2, 2022 1:33 PM
July Office Hours -- This Thursday
I will be hosting office hours on Thursday, July 7th 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 … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Early Voting, New Trash Schedule, and Other Highlights for Week of August 1, 2022
July 31, 2022 7:58 PM
The Common Council will meet in hybrid format at 6:30pm on Tuesday, August 2nd.
Meeting Details
Agenda Watch Online
For information about additional City meetings scheduled for this week, please consult the City meeting schedule.
Early Voting Information
In-person absentee … [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
Trash & Recycling Collection Schedule for the 2022 Thanksgiving Holiday
November 22, 2022 8:31 PM
The Streets Division will be closed on Thursday, November 24, 2022 and Friday, November 25, 2022 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
There will be no curbside collection of trash, recycling, leaves, or other items during these two days.
The drop-off sites will also be closed on … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Important Holiday and Storm Related Information
December 21, 2022 10:28 AM
Lots of important updates in this post including details on Thursday, Friday and Monday garbage pickup. I don't expect to do continual updates over the next few days about the impending storm, so as I do every winter, I recommend subscribing to get the latest and continuing winter updates from … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
No Trash Collection on Monday, XMas Tree Pickup and Other Highlights for the Week of January 2nd, 2023
January 1, 2023 4:12 PM
The Common Council will meet in hybrid format at 6:30pm on Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023.
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
Info, Resources, and a … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
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
Trash and Recycling Suspended Due to Weather - Drop-off Sites Closing at 11:00am
February 9, 2023 9:44 AM
The Streets Division is suspending curbside trash and recycling collection operations due to the slick road conditions. Operators had been out prior to storm, but road conditions are worsening rapidly due to the intensity of the snowfall.
Residents with a scheduled trash and recycling … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Early Start to Trash & Recycling Collection on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 Due to Winter Storm
February 21, 2023 12:53 PM
The Streets Division will be starting collection of trash and recycling early on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 due to the winter storm.
Residents who have a Wednesday trash and recycling day are encouraged to place their carts out for collection on their terrace or driveway apron tonight … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Highlights for the Week of March 27, 2023
March 26, 2023 6:32 PM
To see the full list of City meetings scheduled for the week, please consult the City meeting schedule.
News
In-Person Absentee Voting Started Last Tuesday in Madison: In-person absentee voting began Tuesday, Mar. 21, at several locations throughout the City of Madison. What will you … [read more]
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