District 19 Blog

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…

Unless you've recently moved to the neighborhood, you're probably well aware of the impending reconstruction of University Avenue from Seoge Road to Allen Blvd. A contractor has been selected and work will start the week of March 26 and continue…

Yes, there is an election tomorrow--a county-wide primary for Circuit Court Judge. Polling places will be open form 7am to 8pm. Here are three things to know about tomorrow's election:

Here are some updates on events and projects in our district.

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…

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…

This past Tuesday I introduced a resolution to expand Merrill Springs Park by purchasing the lot next door. I'm thrilled at the prospect of expanding the park and preserving more lakeshore for public enjoyment forever. But that's really the end of…

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…

Unwanted, unused prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines can be found in every household in the county. We know that it’s not safe to keep unneeded medicines in the house – children and others can accidentally take them. But you’ve also heard…

I spent the weekend raking leaves, and I'd bet a lot of you did too. The second question that occurred to me (after, "am I done yet") was, "when will the city pick them up?"