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City staff are proud to announce that 85% of required commercial buildings are in compliance with the program.

The award was created by the Common Council to honor Madison residents who exemplify Erlanger’s model of fairness, openness, and civility in public discourse. 

This significant investment allows Metro Transit to retire some of the oldest vehicles in its fleet.

In recognition of World Day of Remembrance on November 16th, the City of Madison has installed a memorial to remember the victims of traffic fatalities.

The 2026 City Budget has the lowest tax rate in at least 40 years.

The City of Madison is seeking to gauge interest in utilizing city-owned land for market and community garden spaces.

Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and Council Leadership are proposing an amendment to the 2026 Budget to maintain the historically low property tax increase proposed in her executive operating budget.

The City of Madison is taking steps to help address the threat to community food security caused by the ongoing federal government shutdown and resulting lapse in FoodShare benefits.

The City of Madison is reviewing its Alternate Side Parking Program to find ways to improve safety, efficiency, and communication during winter months.

The Madison region has been awarded a catalytic grant through the Nature Everywhere Communities initiative, a partnership of the Children & Nature Network, the National League of Cities, and KABOOM!.

The latest measures being introduced to the Common Council on October 28 focus on creating a new option for the city’s neighborhoods and making more efficient use of Madison’s most-traveled corridors.

For Immediate Release October 27, 2025 

The City of Madison is proud to offer new tools to increase awareness and understanding of its finances.

The City of Madison invites you to submit nominations for its annual Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award.

City of Madison Alders unanimously approved the latest set of Housing Forward proposals designed to make it easier to build more housing of all types across Madison.

The 2026 Executive Operating Budget proposal funds the services, programs, and staff needed for a well-run and thriving city.

Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced funding for the new Imagination Center at Reindahl Park.

Dane County communities and partners unite for the Week Without Driving, a challenge encouraging everyone—especially decision-makers—to experience life without driving for a week, a day, or even just one trip.

Today, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced $1 million in new spending to fund services at the Bartillon Shelter as part of her 2026 Executive Operating Budget.

For Immediate ReleaseSeptember 15, 2025