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Council President
Council President
Alder Keith Furman,
Council President
Contact Information
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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: council meeting
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
Yard Waste and Curbside Brush Collection Starts 4/6, Social Distancing on City Paths and Virtual Council Meeting Info
March 30, 2020 2:20 PM
Sharing details on spring yard waste and curbside brush collection, social distancing while using City bicycle and pedestrian pathways and information on the first virtual council meeting taking place tomorrow.
Spring Yard Waste Collection Starts April 6
Residents should anticipate … [read more]
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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]
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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]
Label: Budget
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]
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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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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]
Label: Budget
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]
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December Office Hours and Other Highlights for the Week of December 6
December 5, 2021 3:48 PM
December Office Hours
I will be hosting office hours this week on Thursday (December 9) 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]
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Office Hours and Other Highlights for the Week of February 14, 2022
February 13, 2022 3:39 PM
Office Hours on Tuesday
I will be hosting office hours on Tuesday (February 15) 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 … [read more]
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LMD, Resource Recovery Special Charge and Other Highlights for the Week of April 18, 2022
April 17, 2022 5:57 PM
Tuesday's council meeting has a lot on the agenda. The good news for residents is that as of February, the council adopted a new format where public comment is taken together at the start of the meeting. Public comment will take place after 8 scheduled honoring resolutions and an annual … [read more]
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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]
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June Office Hours, Metro Network Redesign and Highlights for the Week of June 6, 2022
June 5, 2022 2:35 PM
June Office Hours
I will be hosting office hours on Thursday (June 16) 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]
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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]
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Hybrid Council Meeting and Other Highlights for the Week of July 11, 2022
July 10, 2022 5:07 PM
The Common Council will meet in hybrid format at 6:30pm on Tuesday, July 12.
Meeting details
Meeting agenda
Watch online
On Wednesday, July 13, the Public Safety Review Committee will discuss the proposed ordinance that would prohibit the Madison Police Department and law … [read more]
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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]
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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]
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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]
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Highlights for the Week of September 19, 2022
September 19, 2022 9:43 AM
The Common Council will meet in hybrid format at 6:30pm on Tuesday, September 20. 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 the purposes … [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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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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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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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]
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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]
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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]
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West Area Plan, Odana Area Plan, Kettle Pond and Other Highlights for the Week of February 6, 2023
February 5, 2023 3:33 PM
Common Council Meeting
The Common Council will meet in hybrid format, Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 6:30 PM.
Meeting details
Meeting agenda
Written Comments
Watch online
West Area Plan: Help shape the future of your neighborhood - Starting This Week
The City of Madison … [read more]
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UW Health Expansion, Family Definition and Other Highlights for the Week of February 27, 2023
February 26, 2023 2:20 PM
Virtual Neighborhood Meeting UW Health's planned expansion at 750 University Row - Monday at 6pm
Learn about UW Health's proposed planned expansion at 750 University Row. The expansion will add up to 180,000 square feet onto the UW Health Digestive Health Center building. The project will … [read more]
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West Area Plan, Energy Benchmarking and Highlights for the Week of March 6, 2023
March 6, 2023 9:14 AM
Common Council
The Common Council will meet in hybrid format on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. Agenda items a proposed Building Energy Savings ordinance. [More details on energy program]
Meeting agenda
Register for public comment
Watch online
West Area Plan - Rescheduled In-Person … [read more]
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Highlights for the Week of March 20, 2023
March 19, 2023 4:37 PM
Common Council on Tuesday
The Common Council will meet in a hybrid format on Tuesday, March 21, 2023.
Meeting Details
Meeting Agenda
Register for public comment
Watch online
To see the full list of City meetings scheduled for the week, please consult the City … [read more]
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