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Alder Regina Vidaver
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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: metro
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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Council updates, planned developments, events, and transportation updates
December 8, 2021 12:01 PM
Hello neighbors,
Some updates from last night’s Common Council meeting that may be of interest:
The declawing of cats in Madison will be banned.
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) will be allowed as a permitted use rather than a conditional use.
Bicycle parking will be allowed in front, … [read more]
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Snow emergency TONIGHT through Thursday, Neighborhood meetings on housing developments, New district lines, Announcements and Events
December 28, 2021 9:13 PM
Hello neighbors,
The end of a calendar year is often a time for reflection. We look back on our accomplishments and our stumbles, good times and bad. And we always hope for a better year to come.
It’s been an eventful year for me, taking the reins as your new Alder, under the expert … [read more]
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Metro Redesign, Landmarks Ordinance Revision, Campground Success, Frozen Assets, Announcements, Staff Shout-outs
January 30, 2022 6:57 PM
Hello neighbors,
A few meetings of interest coming up:
Monday, January 31, 5pm: The Transportation Policy & Planning Board will be reviewing the draft recommendations for the updated Metro transit plan. This plan will affect all bus routes for the city.
Meeting … [read more]
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Black History Month, announcements, meetings, fun stuff
February 7, 2022 9:56 PM
Hello neighbors,
A couple of weeks ago I highlighted an upcoming talk by the author of the 1619 Project in my weekly update. A constituent berated me for promoting such a divisive topic. While I understand there are some concerns about some of the historical accuracy of the 1619 Project … [read more]
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Metro network redesign meeting, LORC, project updates, events and announcements
February 23, 2022 9:19 PM
Hello neighbors,
There will be a Metro Network Redesign community meeting TOMORROW, February 24 at 6pm. I want to stress how important it is for anyone who rides the bus – or would do so if it were more convenient – to engage in this process. There are multiple service changes proposed for our … [read more]
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Street sweeping at night, neighborhood meeting March 10, Metro redesign meeting March 22, University Ave reconstruction updates
March 2, 2022 9:56 PM
Hello neighbors,
Please be advised that street sweepers will be out at night performing sweeping operations to clear the streets of sand during this warm stretch. There are sometimes complaints about the noise – please know this noise is minimal and brief, and results in improved health of our … [read more]
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Put your cans on the curb, not the street, Meetings, Housing bills help, Events and Announcements
March 8, 2022 10:05 PM
Hello neighbors,
With it being Wisconsin, spring is coming with fits and starts right now. We had especially warm weather last week, allowing our street sweepers to get out and start pulling sand and dirt from our streets, and then the plows were out yesterday – in some cases followed by … [read more]
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Upcoming meetings, voting info, yard waste pickups, other announcements
March 20, 2022 10:07 PM
Hello neighbors,
Spring is definitely trying to come in, and that’s a welcome sight. Please be aware that we are predicted to get rain later this week followed by freezing temps at night. That could make for slippery sidewalks and roads, so do take care when walking and traveling in the … [read more]
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Voting, Development, Metro redesign, MPD listening sessions, Sidewalks and utility poles, Events and announcements
March 28, 2022 7:08 PM
Hello neighbors,
A few updates and reminders this week:
Voting
The spring election is next Tuesday, April 5. Please check your polling place at myvote.wi.gov if you have not already voted absentee, as many polling places have changed due to redistricting and the pandemic. Polls will … [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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COVID community level is medium, info meetings on airport, University Ave reconstruction, and Glenway Golf Park, events & announcements
April 24, 2022 2:38 PM
Hello neighbors,
It sure seems like spring is trying it’s darndest to come through. Though it is Wisconsin, after all, so this meme really resonates:
The Midwest has 12 seasons:
Winter
Fool’s Spring
Second Winter
Spring of Deception
Third Winter
The Pollening
Actual … [read more]
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Vision Zero Town Hall, Road Updates, Events & Announcements
August 15, 2022 9:58 PM
Hello neighbors,
My colleague, Alder Tishler (District 11), is hosting a Town Hall at the Sequoya Library on Wednesday August 17 at 7pm to discuss Madison’s Vision Zero initiative, which is designed to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injury. If you are interested in traffic safety, I … [read more]
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Put your trash out tonight or early tomorrow, University Ave and signage updates, Passenger rail station planning, Shop and give local
November 22, 2022 8:28 PM
Hello neighbors,
I sincerely hope this note finds you well, and living this season with gratitude.
Please note the following changes to City schedules due to the holiday week:
Refuse collection:
If your trash and recycling are normally collected on Wednesdays and Thursdays by the … [read more]
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Public meeting on family definition Monday 7pm, public meeting on historic districts in TOD Jan 12, Be salt wise, events and announcements
December 18, 2022 9:02 PM
Hello neighbors,
Reminder that there will be a public information meeting tomorrow, December 19 at 7pm regarding the proposed changes to the "Family Definition" for zoning purposes. Staff will provide a presentation, and Q & A will follow. The meeting will be virtual. Please register in … [read more]
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Metro construction public information Tuesday, Events and announcements
March 12, 2023 12:59 PM
Hello neighbors,
It seems we’re not quite out of winter yet, so please, keep your sidewalks clear of snow and ice, and remember to sweep up and properly dispose of any excess salt that remains once your sidewalk is dry.
Please note there are multiple road closures happening in relation to … [read more]
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