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PIM on S. Franklin TOMORROW; Elderly neighbor seeing boarder; Midvale lane closures start this week; Large work orders down 7/23-27; Events & announcements

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Hello neighbors,

Reminder that TOMORROW is the first public information meeting on the S. Franklin Drive reconstruction. The pre-design public meeting will provide residents with an overview of the project's scope and explain the City's process for determining the future street geometry using the City's Complete Green Streets Guide. Because the project is still in the pre-design phase, no proposed street design will be presented. Instead, the meeting will focus on the policies, guidance, and decision-making process that will be used to develop the design. Please register in advance for the July 20, 6:30pm meeting. The meeting will be recorded.

I have been contacted by an elderly resident who is not particularly computer savvy who is interested in finding a boarder to both share living expenses, and regular conversation. If you are or know someone who fits this bill, please drop me a note, and I'll put you in touch with this neighbor. 

Updates and Notices

  • Ride the Drive 2026: Madison Parks invites you to volunteer for Ride the Drive 2026 on Sunday, August 9, 10:00am to 2:00pm. Ride the Drive is a free community event that opens select Madison streets to people for biking, walking, strolling, rolling, and enjoying all-ages activities at three hubs and along the route. Volunteers help create a safe, welcoming experience by supporting intersections, information areas, setup, cleanup, and overall event flow. At this point, intersection guide volunteers are especially helpful as we work to support the full route.

Announcements and News Releases

  • Lane Closures for Midvale Boulevard Resurfacing: Starting at 9:00am on Monday, July 20, Payne and Dolan will begin resurfacing Midvale Boulevard from Mineral Point Road to University Avenue. During this resurfacing project one lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction.
  • Help Your Trees: Urban Forestry Reminds Residents to Water Newly Planted Trees: If a tree has been planted on the terrace in front of your home by Urban Forestry within the last five years, or if you had a tree planted on your private property in that same window of time, please water the tree as needed to increase its chance of success.
  • Alder John W. Duncan Announces Resignation from Madison Common Council: Alder John W. Duncan, District 1, is resigning from the Madison Common Council, effective July 31, 2026, because he and his husband are moving away from Madison. 
  • The system that powers licenses, permits, large item work orders, and some of the report-a-problems will be down for scheduled maintenance from 6pm on July 23 to 6am on Monday, July 27. Please be advised that during this time, you will not be able to request park permits, request large item collection, or get results of inspections.
  • Alder Figueroa Cole blog post on ERIP: Alder Figueroa Cole has posted an explainer on the role of the Expenditure Restraint Incentive Program in curtailing the city's budget for 2027. The ERIP calculation, which can only be changed by the state legislature, will severely constrain the city's ability to meet existing service needs in the near future.

Please visit the City news webpage to find additional news and announcements and to subscribe to receive notification of news releases as they are posted.

Events

  • Learn to Kayak, Monday, July 20: Learn to Kayak with Madison Boats! Register online for this free class offered at Marshall Park. All ages are welcome and most appropriate for ages 10 and older. Anyone under 18 must have a guardian present and may need to be in the kayak with child.
  • Concerts on the Square, Wednesday, July 22: Join us for Hollywood Hits, where the silver screen comes to life on Capitol Square and we shine the light on emerging talent with the winner of our Young Artist Concerto Competition.
  • Concerts on the Rooftop: Gold Dust Women (Fleetwood Mac/Heart Tribute), Thursday, July 23: Gold Dust Women isn't just a tribute band—it's a powerhouse of top-tier musicians, each a standout performer in their own right. When these dynamic personalities come together on stage, they create pure magic, bringing the music of Fleetwood Mac, Heart, and a few unexpected surprises to life with electrifying energy.
  • Friends of Hoyt Park Nature Walk, Thursday, July 23, 6:30-7:30pm: Join Elizabeth Braatz, a UW-Madison PhD Student studying pollinator conservation, on a guided walk to look at the world through a bug's eye! She'll cover bee biology, some of the amazing adaptations and many species of bees, and how to look for the endangered Rusty patched bumble bee. 
  • Brat Fry Friday, Friday, July 24: Come join us for lunch at the links! The grill will be fired up from 11am-3pm for a delicious afternoon treat.
  • Live at The Glen | Louka & Co., Friday, July 24: Get ready for an unforgettable evening on the Glen Patio with Louka & Co, a dynamic group known for their eclectic blend of bluegrass and beyond. Rooted in tradition yet never confined by it, Louka & Co weave together high-energy picking, rich harmonies, and unexpected musical twists that keep audiences engaged from the first note to the last.
  • Volunteer at The Glen, Saturday, July 25: We seek passionate individuals and groups committed to giving back to the community and connecting with the City of Madison golf courses. Gain experience, foster personal growth, and build relationships within the community.  
  • Bird & Nature Adventures | Edna Taylor, Saturday, July 25: Join a naturalist for an easy, family-friendly walk from Aldo Leopold Nature Center into beautiful Edna Taylor Conservation Park and enjoy a bit of nature education along the way. Walks through the Edna Taylor Conservation Park are held on the 4th Saturday, 10-11:30am of each month.
  • Get ready for Madison Restaurant Week, July 26-31, followed by Madison Black Restaurant Week, August 9-16.

Parks Alive Dates!

Parks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events are held in parks across the city and throughout the summer. Connect with your neighbors and engage with your community at a Parks Alive event near you! Events start at 5:00 p.m.

Interested in volunteering for Parks Alive? Volunteers Welcome! Learn more and register online!

Movie in the Park Dates!

Additional upcoming events can also be found on the City events calendar.

Boards, Commissions, and Committee Meetings

Note: This is not a complete list of meetings for this upcoming week. All meetings and their details can be found at the Meeting Schedule page.

  • Common Council: The Common Council meeting will take place on Tuesday, July 21, at 6:30 p.m. in hybrid format. Agenda items include authorizing a jurisdictional transfer agreement between the City of Madison and the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation to allow the City of Madison to assume full responsibility for sections of US Highway 151 from the Beltline to Blair/ East Washington.
  • Board of Public Works: The Board of Public Works meeting will take place on Wednesday, July 22, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include considering a report of the City Engineer regarding the results of a review of water resource impacts and the necessity of permits for public works construction projects.
  • Housing Policy Committee: The Housing Policy Committee meeting will take place on Thursday, July 23, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include a presentation from Building Inspection regarding minimum housing and property maintenance services.

If you would like more information about becoming a member of the City board, commission, or committee, please visit the page linked here.

 

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