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Alder Regina Vidaver
Contact Information
- Phone: (608) 616-0669
- district5@cityofmadison.com
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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
WI Relay Service
210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
Room 417
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: (608) 266-4071
Fax: (608) 267-8669
WI Relay Service
Alder Vidaver’s Updates
Tag: budget
2022 Budget
May 2, 2021 1:40 PM
The city's 2022 budget process has begun!
The city has two budgets: the Capital and Operating budgets. You can follow the process of developing these budgets, and learn about past budgets. Future public meetings will follow.
Check back often for updates!
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Streets and traffic, neighborhood walk about, redistricting, budget, events
September 12, 2021 4:25 PM
Hello neighbors,
By now, I'm sure you've heard that the mask mandate has been extended through October 8 for Dane County. I'm trying to remain hopeful that will be long enough to get us past this current uptick. New data from the CDC reinforce what we know about vaccine effectiveness: … [read more]
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Redistricting, budget, food news, streets, libraries
September 20, 2021 10:21 PM
Hello neighbors,
There are two big things on the City's docket these days: the budget, and redistricting. I wrote about both of these last week, but want to reinforce that these will take up my, other Alders' and the Mayor's office's time over the next couple of months. Please note that you … [read more]
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Redistricting, operating budget, other updates
October 6, 2021 3:56 PM
Hello neighbors,
A lot is happening in the City right now:
Redistricting
The Ad Hoc Redistricting Committee met on Monday evening, and preferred a new option, 7a, which would keep District 5 mostly the same, though add in Ward 82, and remove a small portion of Ward 61.
Notably, … [read more]
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Capital High tours, redistricting, budget, events and more
October 11, 2021 9:15 PM
Hello neighbors,
A reminder that you have the opportunity to tour the future home of Capital High at the Hoyt School Building THIS THURSDAY, October 14. Most of the 6:30pm slots have filled, but there are still plenty of openings for the 6:50, 7:10 and 7:30pm slots. You will be able to meet … [read more]
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Budget, transit and community planning, events
October 20, 2021 6:50 PM
Hello neighbors,
Last night, the Common Council took public comment on the City’s Operating Budget. The budget will be further discussed by the Finance Committee on October 25 starting at 4:30pm, and public comment is welcome via email or by joining the meeting. I’ll just note that there are a … [read more]
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Redistricting, budget, events, etc.
November 7, 2021 9:42 PM
Hello neighbors,
Whew! Things have been really busy for the Common Council these days.
Last Tuesday, we passed the updated redistricting maps. District 5 will largely remain the same, with a slight extension of the western boundary to Midvale Blvd., shifting District 11's boundaries also … [read more]
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Accessory Dwelling Units, notices, events
November 21, 2021 9:24 PM
Hello neighbors,
In case you haven't been following the news, both the City and County passed 2022 budgets. Notably, the Monroe Street library will be able to return to 5 day/week service by March, 2022.
Upcoming issues of interest:
Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are second dwelling … [read more]
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Smoky's neighborhood meeting THURSDAY 1/13, please give blood, new ambulance and more
January 11, 2022 9:31 PM
Hello neighbors,
We have another online neighborhood meeting this week, Thursday, January 13 at 6:30pm, to discuss a proposed development at the current Smoky’s site on University Avenue. Please register in advance to join the meeting. You may send me your questions in advance, or of course, … [read more]
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Sidewalk assessments, Recycling Recovery Charge, Listening sessions, Announcements and events
April 11, 2022 9:14 PM
Hello neighbors,
It was lovely to see so many of you at the polls at Blessed Sacrament the other day. I appreciate everyone who came out to vote in this election, as I know it wasn’t “high stakes”. The more people participate, the stronger our democracy. So, thank you again for voting!
Here … [read more]
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Packed Common Council meeting agenda Tuesday night
April 18, 2022 10:16 PM
Hello neighbors,
A quick update to let you know that this week’s City Council meeting is going to be a doozy. There are a number of issues of general interest on the agenda, including:
Recycling recovery charge
New FAQ on this from the Streets Department
See blog posts from my … [read more]
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Teacher appreciation May 1, Meetings, Property Assessments, Medians, Events & Announcements
April 30, 2022 11:09 PM
Hello neighbors,
Chalking in appreciation of Franklin & Randall teachers will be happening at each school Sunday, May 1 from 2-4pm. Come out and show your creative side for the start of Teacher Appreciation Week to let our teachers know how much you appreciate them and connect with other … [read more]
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Vision Zero, Capital Budget, meetings, news and announcements
September 7, 2022 4:23 PM
Hello neighbors,
School has started for both our University and K-12 students. Please, please, please, be careful while driving and look out for pedestrians, bicyclists, scooters, skateboards, etc. We really are striving to be a Vision Zero city, and it takes all of us looking out for one … [read more]
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UW campus development informational meeting, Seeking public feedback on MPD budget, Live at the Glen, Willy Street Fair road closures
September 13, 2022 9:49 PM
Hello neighbors,
A few quick updates about meetings and events that just crossed my inbox:
Meetings of interest:
Informational sessions on development plans for the west side of UW-Madison campus:
Session #1: Wednesday, September 14, 7-8pm, Room 1345 Health Sciences Learning … [read more]
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Budget, Public Information Meetings, Events and Announcements
October 13, 2022 9:43 PM
Hello neighbors,
In case you missed it, the 2023 Operating Budget has been released. This is in addition to the Capital Budget, which was released earlier. You are invited to review all budget information at https://www.cityofmadison.com/finance/budget/2023
In addition to public comment … [read more]
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Early voting starts Tuesday, Check your election day polling place, Meetings, Events, Announcements
October 23, 2022 10:32 PM
Hello neighbors,
I hope you’ve been able to get out and enjoy the glorious weather this weekend! I spent a part of my Sunday canvassing for my favorite candidates. One of the things we were telling folks is that early in-person voting begins this Tuesday, October 25 and continues through … [read more]
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Thanks for voting and volunteering, City budget, meetings, events and announcements
November 13, 2022 10:26 PM
Hello neighbors,
I am so pleased that our mid-term elections were undertaken with integrity, and without violence. Turnout in Dane County was a healthy 80.3%, though this was substantially lower than the turnout in 2018, at 88%. If you voted, thank you. If you served as a poll worker, thank … [read more]
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