Alder Patrick Heck
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Alder Heck’s Updates
Updates & Week of April 18 Meetings of Interest for District 2
District 2 Updates and Meetings of Interest
There are three sections to this week's update:
- District 2 Updates
- COVID-19 Resources & Information
- City Meetings of Interest to District 2
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From Public Health: We're Offering Free STI Testing for Everyone During April
- GYT: Get Yourself Tested - Don't wait to get tested for STIs and HIV
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Earth Day Challenge - April 23rd - volunteers still needed for several parks
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The April 21 Downtown Madison Spring Wine Walk is hosted by Madison's Central Business Improvement District. Information here.
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From MFD: Special Delivery: Paramedics Earn Stork Pins After Delivering Baby Boy
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From the Mayor: Ukraine Solidarity Proclamation
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Madison College's 2022 Annual Spring Pow Wow will be held on Saturday, April 23, at Redsten Gym, 1701 Wright St. Doors open at 11am, and Grand Entries will be at 1pm and 7pm. More information here.
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Join Dane County staff, City staff and elected officials on Thursday, April 21, from 6:30pm-8:00pm for an opportunity to share your comments and questions about Dane County's proposal for a Sustainability Campus on a portion of the Yahara Hills Golf Course, located just to the south of the existing landfill at 6701 US Hwy 12/18. The public outreach meeting will be held at the Village of McFarland Municipal Center located at 5915 Milwaukee St, McFarland. Get meeting info and register for the virtual component here. Prior to the meeting, you can submit questions by sending them to waste.renewables@countyofdane.com.
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Madison Parks and Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) are partnering to offer preschool, youth and adult aquatics programs this summer at the Goodman Pool, 325 W. Olin Ave. Learn more here.
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Monona Terrace is excited to announce its free summer Concerts on the Rooftop series is back with an exciting line up of local and regional artists for its 25th Anniversary! The public is invited to enjoy great music, a family-friendly setting, and gorgeous views of Lake Monona and downtown Madison. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with America's Pub Quiz hosted trivia from 6pm-7pm. Concerts are from 7pm-9pm. Find concert dates, artist line-ups, and free tickets here.
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On April 14, Dane County Health Council and The Foundation for Black Women's Wellness announced a major step forward in local efforts to improve health outcomes for Black women, birthing persons and babies. Learn more about the care coordination system centered on Black women and birthing persons to reduce Black infant mortality here.
Recycling Recovery Special Charge at Common Council on Tuesday
You may have seen the news that on Monday the Finance Committee voted to move forward with a recycling resource recovery special charge and that Common Council will be voting on a new city ordinance to allow the enactment of this charge (see Common Council agenda item #93 below in City Meetings of Interest).
It's important to note the following:
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Individual properties will be charged between $4.10-$4.30/month ($49.20-$51.60/year).
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These charges had already been approved in the 2022 budget back in November of 2021 (Tuesday's vote will just codify the charges).
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If this charge is not approved by the Common Council, we will have to make up the $1.5M difference in this year's operating budget (and $3M next year) through another mechanism.
If you're interested in learning more about this issue and our associated budget struggles, the Finance Committee talked about this in great detail on Monday. Here's the video and presentation.
I am very sympathetic to the fact that our property taxes and fees continue to rise, although our mill rate increases for city services have not increased nearly as much as you might think. I also understand that this is a regressive charge that will be more difficult to pay for lower income folks and those on fixed income. Our limited methods of addressing the regressive nature of the charge are well discussed in the Finance Committee video. Because the state legislature has tied the hands of municipalities by significantly reducing state aid and instituting "levy limits", there is only so much room in our budget. If this charge is not approved and we need to make up the budget difference elsewhere, I would appreciate hearing from you regarding what City services you are willing to see reduced or eliminated, understanding that will also likely lead to some city staff losing their jobs.
Summary of Neighborhood Meeting on Proposed Rooftop Terrace at Red Rock Saloon
On April 12 I hosted a neighborhood meeting to hear about Red Rock Saloon's plans to construct a rooftop terrace on the second floor atop their existing nightclub and bar at 222 W. Gorham Street. The proposed terrace would be accessed from current second floor interior spaces via two new garage doors and two standard doors. The deck would be approximately 1,450 square feet and its occupancy is estimated at about 90 patrons. The applicant plans to have the terrace open during their current operating hours and have no exterior amplified music. Red Rock Saloon is required to seek a Conditional Use Permit for this outdoor area from the Plan Commission.
You can watch the recorded neighborhood meeting here. The only attendees were the proposal team and me, but I have received input from MPD and a nearby neighbor who is concerned about noise. While I believe that the applicant is interested in addressing many of the concerns that were brought up at the meeting, I am hoping that there will be a detailed management plan for the terrace forthcoming. The applicant has agreed to shut the garage doors late night to keep interior noise from spilling out and impacting nearby residential properties and has suggested they would close the deck at 1:30am rather than 2:00am. There is likely to be further discussion of these matters at Plan Commission, likely in June.
You are welcome to email me at district2@cityofmadison.com with any thoughts or concerns.
Madison Senior Center Courtyard Public Meeting
The Madison Parks Division seeks public input on improvements to the Madison Senior Center courtyard at 330 West Mifflin St. The courtyard is scheduled for transfer to the Parks Division as a public park and requires renovation. Parks will hold a series of public outreach sessions to gather community input on the desired amenities for the space.
A virtual project kick-off meeting will be held on Thursday, April 21 at 6:30 p.m.
You can join the virtual meeting using your computer, smartphone or tablet, or you can listen in via telephone. You will receive login information after registering here.
The project team will review existing plaza conditions and gather input from area residents and future park users on potential improvements. More information on this exciting addition to the Madison Parks system, including project schedule and pending meeting dates will be shared on the project website.
Two Special Events to Close Streets in State Street/Langdon Area on April 29 & 30
On Friday, April 29th, the 600 block of Lake Street (between Langdon and Lake Mendota) and Mendota Court will both be closed from approximately 10am until 11pm for All Campus Party's annual Lake Street Bash sponsored by the Wisconsin Alumni Student Board. The event will be allowed to have amplified music from 2pm to 8pm. For more information, contact Gracie Regalia at gregala721@gmail.com.
On Saturday, April 30th, the annual Crazylegs Classic will close several downtown and campus area streets including these streets in District 2:
- State Street between Lake and W. Gilman Streets
- W. Gilman between State and Carroll Streets
- Carroll Street between W. Gilman and Langdon
- Langdon between Carroll and Lake Streets
See the map above for the race and walk route through the downtown area.
The route will start at Lake Street and UW's Library Mall with Mall setup starting on Friday, April 29 at 2:00pm. The course setup will start at 6am on Saturday, April 30, with the run/walk starting at 9:50am. The route ends at Camp Randall Stadium, so once the runners and walkers are through the State Street and Langdon areas, traffic should be allowed and impacts minimalized. For information, contact Shane Burgess of Wisconsin Athletics at Spb@athletics.Wisc.Edu.
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2. COVID-19 RESOURCES & INFORMATION
From Public Health Madison & Dane County:
- COVID-19 vaccine webpage
- Learn about the many testing sites in Dane County (in Spanish)
- COVID-19 Data Dashboard
- The latest Data Notes
The Federal Facemask Order on Public Transit Remains in Effect until May 3, 2022
Dane CORE - for rental and utility assistance. If you are a renter or landlord in need of financial assistance as a result of the pandemic, you can still access financial assistance.
Visit the City's Coronavirus Website for Madison's COVID updates, responses and resources.
Dane County Food Pantry Network from Community Action Coalition.
State of Wisconsin COVID-19 resources and information from state agencies, including the State Dept. Public Health
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3. CITY MEETINGS OF INTEREST TO DISTRICT 2
3/29/22 COMMON COUNCIL Refer to a future Meeting to Confirm to the COMMON COUNCIL
Confirm 4/19/22
LAKE MONONA WATERFRONT AD HOC COMMITTEE
Agenda Item 27
SUBSTITUTE - Resolution Authorizing the Acceptance of Funds from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services to support the Madison Forward Fund and authorizing the Director for Public Health to sign a non-competitive contract with the Give Back Foundation for a Madison Forward Fund Program Manager and community outreach costs associated with the program.
Recent Legislative History
4/11/22 FINANCE COMMITTEE Return to Lead with the Recommendation for Approval to the BOARD OF HEALTH FOR MADISON AND DANE COUNTY
The proposed resolution authorizes the acceptance of funds and amends the Public Health Madison Dane County (PHMDC) 2022 operating budget for a Wisconsin Department of Health Services "Mobilizing Community for a Just Response" grant. The $100,000 grant will fund a contract with the Give Back foundation to hire a Program Manager to support the pilot guaranteed income program. The grant is effective through May 2023. No City levy is required.
Reaffirming the City of Madison's Commitment to Supporting Pollinator Health and Authorizing the City of Madison to Take the Mayors Monarch Pledge.
Approving plans and specifications and authorizing the Board of Public Works to advertise and receive bids for Median Conversion-Concrete 2022. (Citywide)
Recent Legislative History
4/6/22 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS RECOMMEND TO COUNCIL TO ADOPT - REPORT OF OFFICER
The proposed resolution approves plans and specifications and authorizes the Board of Public Works to advertise and receive bids for the Median Conversion - Concrete 2022 project. The total estimated cost of the project is $92,000. Funding is available in MUNIS Major 11082 (assuming concurrent adoption of Legistar File 70872).
Accepting the Final Report from the President's Work Group on Environmental Justice
Recent Legislative History
SUBSTITUTE: Authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute contract amendments with specific Dane County Continuum of Care (CoC) agencies to provide services using $125,000 in previously allocated but unspent ESG-CV funds within Dane CoC.
Recent Legislative History
Authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute contract amendments with specific Dane CoC agencies to extend contract terms through June 30, 2022 and September 30, 2022.
Recent Legislative History
4/11/22 FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMEND TO COUNCIL TO ADOPT - REPORT OF OFFICER
Authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to amend the 2021-22 EHH contracts with The Road Home Dane County and Salvation Army of Dane County to add a total of $51,975 of State EHH funds reallocated from Shelter from the Storm Ministry's Rapid Rehousing project
Recent Legislative History
4/11/22 FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMEND TO COUNCIL TO ADOPT - REPORT OF OFFICER
Creating Section 4.097 of the Madison General Ordinances to Create a Resource Recovery Special Charge.
Recent Legislative History
4/11/22 FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMEND TO COUNCIL TO ADOPT - REPORT OF OFFICER
Fiscal Note
This ordinance would create a new special charge that would be imposed upon curbside recycling customers. Implementation of the special charge will occur annually by separate resolution. It is anticipated that the special charge will be collected as part of the Municipal Service Bill and that 2022 revenue will total approximately $1,500,000, with an increase to approximately $3,000,000 in 2023. The costs of implementing the special charge will be included in the Tyler Utility Billing project. No additional appropriation is required.
Fiscal Note
This resolution authorizes an agreement between the City of Madison and Madison's Central Business Improvement District (BID) for programming at locations on State Street and the Capitol Square. The Economic Development Division's 2022 Adopted Operating Budget includes $62,225 to support the (BID) programming. No additional City appropriation is required.
Approving the 2022 Neighborhood Grant Program recommendations, authorizing the execution of agreements required to administer the program, authorizing the Planning Division Director and Finance Director to execute grant agreements on behalf of the City, and authorizing the acceptance of any grant-funded improvements to be located on City-owned lands.
Recent Legislative History
The proposed resolution would modify the requirements and payout of the Water Utility Lead Water Service Line Replacement Ordinance. Under current policy, the program pays out $1,500. The resolution would increase the payout to $2,500 for each lead service line replaced and modify certain application requirements.
The Water Utility funds this program with revenue from leasing water towers to be used as cell towers. In 2021, the budget for tower revenues was $260,000, and $288,500 was received (MUNIS 86547200-43522-00000). The 2021 expense associated with this program was $26,624. No additional appropriation is required.
DRAFTER'S ANALYSIS: This ordinance amends the Lead Water Service Line Replacement Ordinance. The reimbursement program payment is being increased to $2,500, and the program submittal requirements are being updated to require the submittal of three bids from licensed plumbers. In addition, the Water Utility will be required to inspect the service replacement following completion. Moreover, this ordinance is being amended to specifically provide that disconnection or refusal of service is a potential penalty in the event of non-compliance with the lead water service line replacement requirements.
The proposed resolution authorizes Special Vending Approvals for 2021 special events. Specifically, this resolution authorizes temporary invalidation of vending licenses for licensees assigned to sites located within the special event perimeter for the duration of the special event; authorization of event sponsors to select vendors for the event and requiring that event sponsors obtain a Special Event Vending License; and suspension of rules regarding handcrafted goods and personally prepared food for the 19 events included in the attachment.
Under MGO 9.13(2)(c), Special Event Vending Licenses are issued for event vendors in the name of the event sponsor. Approval of this resolution will result in $8,000 in City revenue from Special Event Vending Licenses. Six event sponsors do not sell food or goods and, therefore, are not required to purchase a license. Other actions authorized in this resolution do not result in a fiscal impact.
In general, vendors pay an annual fee for their licenses which come with the caveat that their license may be invalidated up to 10 times per year. The invalidation of licenses due to the special events does not impact revenue.
Number of Vendors Fee # Licenses Revenue
1-25 vendors $400 9 $3,600
26-100 vendors $675 |99|$2,700
101-300 vendors $975 |99|$0
301 or more vendors $1,700 |99|$1,700
Total Revenue $8,000
The Community Development Division's Accessory Dwelling Unit Financing capital program (Munis Project # 13943) was created in the 2022 Adopted Capital Budget, which appropriated $400,000 of general obligation borrowing in 2022. The following resolution requests approval of program parameters to administer the funds. No additional appropriation is required.
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