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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: COVID-19
Important COVID-19 Update - Order of Public Health - Mass Gatherings
March 13, 2020 5:00 PM
Public Health Madison & Dane County has just issued the following order effective as of 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 2020, and continuing until further notice:
ORDER OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICER OF MADISON AND DANE COUNTY IMPOSING A COUNTYWIDE MORATORIUM ON MASS GATHERINGS OF 250 OR MORE … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Public Health Issues Order Closing Schools and Imposing Countywide Directive to Stop Holding Gatherings of 50 or More People
March 15, 2020 2:40 PM
Schools are closed as of 03/16/2020
Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing a county-wide directive PDF to close schools as of March 16, 2020 at 12:01am to mitigate the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).
This order is also a county-wide directive to stop gatherings of 50 or more … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
COVID-19 Update: Gov orders 10 person limit, voting, new website, community spread, and most meetings canceled
March 17, 2020 2:52 PM
Gov. Evers Directs DHS to Limit Gatherings to Less Than 10 to Slow Spread of COVID-19
Measures also being taken to manage testing capacity in Wisconsin
MADISON -- Gov. Tony Evers today directed Department of Health Services (DHS) Secretary-designee Andrea Palm to issue an agency order … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
COVID-19 Update: Metro Changes, State Safer At Home Order, Voting and Property Taxes
March 23, 2020 8:38 PM
I wanted to share some of the latest news from the City about COVID-19. The Public Health Madison and Dane County's website and the City’s COVID-19 website remain the best place to get up-to-date info.
Metro Transit to Implement Free Fares & Rear Door Entry/Exit Only
Starts Tuesday, … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
COVID-19: Gov. Evers Safer at Home Order Details
March 24, 2020 10:49 AM
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today directed Department of Health Services (DHS) Secretary-designee Andrea Palm to issue a Safer at Home order that prohibits all nonessential travel, with some exceptions as clarified and defined in the order. The order is available here.
The order is effective at … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
How To Register and Vote Absentee & Poll Workers Needed and 2020 Census
March 27, 2020 9:20 AM
REGISTER TO VOTE AND REQUEST AN ABSENTEE BALLOT
You can still register to vote until March 30th at My Vote Wisconsin. Once you are registered, you can request an absentee ballot by mail online at My Vote Wisconsin or by sending an email to voting@cityofmadison.com. Please include your name, … [read more]
Label: Elections
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]
Label: Basic Services
Voting Update, Polling Location Changes
April 2, 2020 9:28 AM
Despite lawsuits and against the wishes of our Mayor and Governor, it so far appears the election is on schedule for this Tuesday (April 7). Today is the LAST DAY you can request an absentee ballot! All ballots MUST be returned and received by the Clerk's office by April 7th.
My wife and I … [read more]
Label: Elections
4/3/2020 - Election Update (4/2/2020 Court Order) - Absentee Extension - TODAY at 5pm
April 3, 2020 7:49 AM
Unfortunately a federal judge late yesterday declined to postpone the election but did make some changes.
Court Order
The deadline to request an absentee has been given a 24-hour extension to today, Friday, April 3 at 5pm.
The deadline to get absentee ballots into the clerk's office is … [read more]
Label: Elections
Twelve Things for Voters to Know on Election Day
April 6, 2020 8:55 AM
I've signed on to a letter from Mayors and over 100 elected officials around the state calling for the Health Secretary to delay tomorrow's election. I'm angry and sad to see the State Legislator not use common sense to react to the COVID-19 emergency and so far refuse to change tomorrow's … [read more]
Label: Elections
Governor Evers delays election until June 9th
April 6, 2020 12:55 PM
The Governor just released an executive order to delay the election until June 9th. I'm sure this will be challenged in court, so standby.
The important part of his order:
Suspend in-person voting for April 7, 2020, until June 9, 2020, unless the Legislature passes and the Governor approves … [read more]
Label: Elections
Supreme Court overturns Gov. Evers order. Election is on.
April 6, 2020 4:59 PM
Really disappointed to report this: The in-person election will take place tomorrow (Tuesday, April 6th). You can read the [short] Supreme Court Order
Please be sure to review my earlier post: Twelve Things for Voters to Know on Election Day
-Keith F
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Label: Elections
Reminder: In-Person Voting Today and Absentee Ballot Updates
April 7, 2020 5:32 AM
I wanted to send out a quick reminder again that voting is taking place in person today. I can't stress enough checking out Twelve Things for Voters to Know on Election Day which has a lot of really good tips and information.
According to a ruling by the United States Supreme Court, all … [read more]
Label: Elections
Tomorrow Office Hours Reminder and City Launches New COVID-19 Online Resources
April 8, 2020 4:01 PM
A reminder that I will be hosting my first virtual office hours tomorrow (Thursday) starting at 4:30 pm. You can chat with me via video using Zoom. Note: I have slightly modified the end time from 6:30 pm to 6 pm due to a special City Council Executive Committee meeting that was scheduled earlier … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Safer at Home Extended to 5/26
April 16, 2020 12:54 PM
Information from the Governor's office:
Gov. Evers Directs DHS to Extend Wisconsin's Safer at Home Order
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today directed Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Secretary-designee Andrea Palm to extend the Safer at Home order from April 24, 2020 to 8 a.m. … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Gov. Evers Announces Badger Bounce Back Plan
April 20, 2020 1:25 PM
I know many of you as anxious as me to get life back to normal as quickly as possible, but the Governor's Safer at Home plan has helped minimize COVID-19 infections and it can't be lifted without some important processes in place. I've appreciated California Governor Newsom's plan and I'm happy … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Madison Public Library Update and Upcoming Westgate Virtual Meeting
May 8, 2020 10:21 AM
Some news on the Madison Public Library and an invite to an upcoming meeting on the redevelopment of Westgate.
Madison Public Library Resumes Telephone Service, Launches Internet Access Information Line
Curbside service will begin at Madison Public Library on May 11
While library … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Gov Evers Modifies Safer at Home Order and New Testing Option
May 11, 2020 1:40 PM
The Governor has announced a new order, which modifies the previous emergency safer at home order. It's a minor change, but a step towards more businesses re-opening. Not re-opening yet are businesses like nail and hair salons, and restaurants and bars.
The State has also added a community … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Safer at Home Order Guidelines still in place in Dane County
May 13, 2020 5:59 PM
From Public Health Madison & Dane County:
Today, the Wisconsin Supreme Court voted to invalidate the Safer at Home order issued by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, effective immediately.
We are disappointed in the ruling, as the Safer at Home order has substantially slowed … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Public Health Announces Forward Dane Plan & Releases New Order
May 18, 2020 4:54 PM
Public Health Madison and Dane County has mapped out its Forward Dane Plan for reopening Dane County.
The first step is a preparation phase, or Safe Reopen phase, followed by three additional reopening phases, each with gradually less restrictive criteria. It also includes action steps by … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Dane County Reopening Phase 1 Starts on Tuesday
May 22, 2020 12:46 PM
Earlier this week, Public Health Madison & Dane County released Forward Dane, a phased reopening plan for Dane County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, based on active monitoring of the data-based metrics outlined in the plan, an order has been issued that moves Dane County into Phase 1 of … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
With Phase 1 Metrics Met, Dane County Moves to Phase 2 on June 15, 2020
June 12, 2020 1:47 PM
From Public Health Madison & Dane County:
Virus is still present and infectious in our communities; residents urged to take precautions
As a result of meeting criteria outlined in Forward Dane, Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing an order to move Dane County to Phase 2. … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Steep Increase in Dane County COVID-19 Cases Over Past Few Days
June 25, 2020 11:24 AM
News release from Public Health Madison & Dane County:
Residents, businesses urged to take precautions to prevent the spread of illness
In the past five days, 279 people in Dane County have tested positive for COVID-19, which brings our 7-day case average to 47 cases per day. The … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Dane County Issues Amendment to Phase 2 Order
June 25, 2020 6:31 PM
Public Health Madison & Dane County has just released a new order.
Please their full news release: Dane County Issues Amendment to Phase 2 Order
These are the only items that have changed with this order: (See the order for all requirements)
Private gatherings are limited to 10 or … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
COVID-19: Dane County Issues New Order Limiting Gatherings, Bar and Restaurant Activity
July 1, 2020 9:06 AM
Change comes following sustained, high number of cases
Effective at 8:00am on July 2, 2020, Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing order #7 PDF , which limits gatherings and prohibits indoor dining and service at bars.
“For the past week, Dane County has seen a sustained, high … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
COVID-19: Public Health Madison & Dane County Releases New Orders Requiring Face Coverings
July 7, 2020 11:33 AM
Effective on Monday, July 13, 2020 at 8:00 am, Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing Emergency Order #8, which requires that everyone age 5 and older wear a face covering or mask when in in any enclosed building where other people, except for members of the person’s own household or … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Ward 89 Polling Location Change: Oakwood Village to Schwoegler Park Towne Lanes
July 24, 2020 8:59 AM
Due to COVID-19, Ward 89's polling location has moved from Oakwood Village University Woods to Schwoegler Park Towne Lanes @ 444 Grand Canyon Drive. Residents should receive a postcard soon with this change, but I'm sharing it early here. This change will be in effect for at least the August 11th … [read more]
Label: Elections
Office Hours This Afternoon, Voting, Library Update, Metro Transit, City Update and 2020 Census
August 20, 2020 10:30 AM
A reminder that I will be hosting virtual office hours this afternoon from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
Learn more about my August 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, you can … [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
BRT Meeting, Financial Resources Hotline, and Secure Absentee Ballot Drop Boxes
October 16, 2020 9:52 AM
Madison East-West Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Planning Continues
Project Kick-Off Meeting, October 22, 2020
What: Madison East-West BRT Planning Study – Project Development Kickoff Virtual Meeting
When: Thursday, October 22, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: Zoom link located at www.MadisonBRT.com
Why: … [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
COVID-19: New Public Health Order Prohibits Indoor Gatherings, Limits Outdoor Gatherings to 10 People
November 17, 2020 11:50 AM
In response to a substantial, sustained growth in new COVID-19 infections throughout Dane County, Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing Emergency Order #10 PDF which prohibits indoor gatherings of any size. Outdoor gatherings are permitted with 10 people or less, with physical … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
New Order Issued as COVID-19 Cases Decline in Dane County
December 15, 2020 11:49 AM
Public Health continues to recommend that people limit gatherings
Public Health Madison & Dane County has issued Emergency Order #11 PDF . The order goes into effect December 16, at 12:01am and will be in effect for 28 days.
The order mirrors much of the previous Order #9 and allows … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
New Order Issued as COVID-19 Cases Remain High in Dane County
January 11, 2021 1:17 PM
Public Health continues to recommend that people limit gatherings
Public Health Madison & Dane County has issued Emergency Order #12. The order goes into effect January 13, at 12:01am and will be in effect for 28 days.
The order mirrors much of Order #11 and allows indoor gatherings … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
April Office Hours, Plastic Bag Recycling and COVID-19 Vaccines at Alliant Energy Center
April 8, 2021 1:39 PM
I will be hosting office hours in twice in April virtually. 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 day of Office Hours. You can register in advance or the day of.
Note: I … [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
Highlights for Week of June 21 including ARPA Funds, CARES, Rental Assistance, and Office Hours
June 20, 2021 4:28 PM
Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of June 21, 2021
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
The Finance Committee will be discussing a resolution proposing allocation of ARPA funds at its meeting on Monday at 4:30pm.
Meeting Details
Meeting … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
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
COVID-19 clinic at Lussier Community Center on Thursday, July 15 & August 5
July 12, 2021 4:07 PM
FREE COVID-19 VACCINES
Lussier Community Center (55 S Gammon Rd, Madison, WI 53717)
Dose 1: Thursday, July 15: 2-4 pm
DOSE 2: Thursday, August 5: 2-4 pm
No appointments
Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson available while supplies last
No ID or insurance … [read more]
Label: Events
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
Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of July 26
July 25, 2021 8:23 PM
Element Lab Virtual Neighboor Meeting
On Tuesday at 6:30 PM: University Research Park proposes to construct Element Lab, a new lab facility at the southwest corner of Mineral Point Road and S. Whitney Way. The pro-posed five-story, 145,000 square foot facility would require Conditional Use … [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
Office Hours Tomorrow and Other Highlights for the Week of August 9, 2021
August 9, 2021 8:50 AM
August Office Hours on Tuesday afternoon
I will be hosting office hours on Tuesday, (8/10) (virtually) from 4:30pm to 6:30pm: REGISTER
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 meeting lobby. … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of August 16, 2021
August 16, 2021 9:36 AM
Rent Abatement and Tenant Protections
The Landlord and Tenant Issues Committee will be discussing rent abatement and tenant protections at its meeting on Thursday.
Meeting Details
Meeting Agenda
Register for Public Comment
For additional information about additional meetings … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
New Public Health Order Issued for Dane County Requiring Face Coverings Indoors
August 17, 2021 10:34 AM
Effective on Thursday, August 19, 2021 at 12:01am, Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order, which requires that everyone age 2 and older wear a face covering or mask when in in any enclosed building where other people, except for members of the … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Multiple D19 Projects at Plan Commission and Other Highlights for the Week of August 23
August 22, 2021 8:14 PM
Multiple District 19 Projects at Monday's Plan Commission Meeting
Adopting the Odana Area Plan as a supplement to the Comprehensive Plan
Project Website
City of Madison - File #: 66098 (legistar.com)
Element Collective at University Research Park (421 Charmany … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
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
2022 Capital Budget, Redistricting and Other Highlights for the Week of September 6
September 6, 2021 8:56 AM
L’shana tova to those celebrating Rosh Hashanah this week. Due to Labor Day and Rosh Hashanah, there are less City meetings this week than usual.
2022 Executive Capital Budget
On August 31, Mayor Rhodes-Conway released the 2022 Executive Capital Budget and 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Public Health Issues Updated Face Covering Emergency Order
September 9, 2021 9:57 AM
Effective Friday, September 10, 2021 at 12:01am, Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #2. The Order is nearly identical to the current face covering order which requires that everyone age 2 and older wear a face covering or mask when in in any enclosed … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Brush, Leaf and Yard Waste Pickup Info and Other Highlights for the Week of September 13, 2021
September 12, 2021 7:22 PM
Reindahl Park Encampment
The Public Safety Review Committee will be continuing its discussion of Reindahl Park and homeless issues at its meeting on Wednesday.
Meeting Details
Meeting Agenda
Register for Public Comment
Rent Abatement and Tenant Protections
The Landlord and … [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
BRT, Let's Talk Streets and Other Highlights for the Week of September 27, 2021
September 27, 2021 7:39 AM
City 2022 Executive Capital Budget
The Finance Committee will be discussing the 2022 Executive Capital Budget at its meeting on Monday.
Meeting Details
Meeting Agenda
Register for Public Comment
Bus Rapid Transit Community Meeting - 30% Project Design
Attend a virtual … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
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]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Public Health Extends Face Covering Emergency Order until Friday, November 5, 2021
October 4, 2021 10:47 AM
Effective Friday, October 8, 2021 at 12:01am, Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #3. No changes were made to the existing face covering order, which requires that everyone age 2 and older wear a face covering or mask when in any enclosed building, … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
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]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Pumpkins, Old Middleton Road and Face Covering Order Extended to Sat, Nov 27, 2021
November 1, 2021 5:15 PM
Face Covering Emergency Order Extension until 11/27/2021
Effective at 12:01am on November 5, 2021, Face Covering Emergency Order #4 will take effect. The Order requires face coverings among people ages two and older when in any enclosed space open to the public where other people, except for … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
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]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
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
Dane County Continues Face Covering Order Until January 3, 2022
November 23, 2021 1:58 PM
Order adds exception for fully-vaccinated groups of people
Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #5, effective at 12:01am on November 27, 2021. The Order requires face coverings among people ages two and older when in most enclosed spaces open to … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Old Middleton Road, New Streets Drop-off Hours and Other Highlights for Week of November 29
November 29, 2021 10:56 AM
Old Middleton Road Resurfacing
The second meeting about the Old Middleton Rd. Resurfacing project is on Wednesday:
Old Middleton Road Resurfacing
6 p.m., Dec. 1, 2021, via Zoom. Prior registration is required:
Dec. 1, 2021 Public Information Meeting Registration
This … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Lake Mendota Drive, Salt Route Changes and Highlights for the Week of December 20
December 19, 2021 5:14 PM
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
Face Covering Order Extended to 2/1/2022
December 20, 2021 2:39 PM
Face Covering Order Extended Amid High COVID Hospitalization Rates and Concerns over New Variant
Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #6, effective at 12:01am on January 3, 2022, immediately after the current order expires. The Dane County Order … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
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
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
Highlights for the Week of January 24, 2022
January 23, 2022 5:17 PM
Events
On Tuesday, January 25, join in community for an evening with Nikole Hannah-Jones, Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of The 1619 Project, staff writer at The New York Times Magazine, and co-founder of the Ida B. Wells Society for Investigative Reporting. Hannah-Jones will reflect on … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Face Covering Order Extended to March 1st Amid Continued Surge in COVID Cases & Hospitalizations
January 26, 2022 11:02 AM
Public Health Madison & Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #7, effective at 12:01am on February 1, 2022, immediately after the current order expires. The Dane County Order mirrors the previous order and requires face coverings among people ages two and older when in most … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
Feb Office Hours, Spring Election, Watershed Studies and Highlights for the Week of January 31, 2022
January 30, 2022 1:50 PM
February Office Hours
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 can … [read more]
Label: WeeklyUpdate
Mask Order to Expire 3/1, Transit Network Redesign Meeting and LMD PIM Registration
February 14, 2022 4:49 PM
Sharing some news from today:
Dane County Face Covering Order to Expire March 1
Effective at 12:00am on March 1, 2022, Public Health Madison & Dane County will no longer require face coverings in public indoor spaces in light of steadily decreasing COVID-19 case rates and … [read more]
Label: Basic Services
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
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
Office Hours, Medians, Metro Transit Redesign Update and Highlights for the week of May 2, 2022
May 1, 2022 3:12 PM
May Office Hours
I will be hosting office hours on Wednesday (May 4) 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 register … [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]
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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.
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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 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]
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Office Hours and Other Highlights for the Week of August 15, 2022
August 14, 2022 2:22 PM
August Office Hours
I will be hosting office hours on Tuesday (August 16th) 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 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 3, 2022
October 2, 2022 1:40 PM
5602 & 5606 Schroeder Road at Plan Commission on Monday
The proposed project at 5602 & 5606 Schroeder Road will be on the agenda at the October 3rd Plan Commission meeting.
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Mendota-Grassman Greenway Flood Mitigation and … [read more]
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