Midvale Blvd work to begin 6/15; Mike Pressman honored; Budget engagement sessions; Data center update meeting; So much more!

Hello neighbors,

The work to patch and provide safety improvements on Midvale Blvd. has been pushed back one week, to begin on June 15. They still anticipate completion of the project by the end of July.

Public Information Meetings (PIMs)

• Community Conversation - Midtown District, Monday, June 1, 2026: The officers serving the Midtown District are hoping to connect with neighbors during a town hall discussion on June 1. Madison Police Chief John Patterson will be available to directly answer questions from community members.
• City Budget Engagement | Justice & Public Safety, Tuesday, June 2, 2026: The goal of these public meetings is to provide an opportunity for to share your ideas for Madison's future. Learn more about the City of Madison budget process and get your questions answered during budget engagement sessions planned across Madison. This session focuses on Justice & Public Safety.
• Public Information Meeting: John Nolen Drive Reconstruction Phase 2 (Olin to Lakeside), Tuesday, June 2, 2026: A public information meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m., June 2, 2026, via Zoom. Registration prior is required.
• Public Information Meeting: Data Center Moratorium, Wednesday, June 3, 2026: The City of Madison is holding a virtual public information meeting on its data center moratorium at 5:30pm on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. This meeting is being held to provide an update on the authority and tools the City has to regulate data centers, the research being done by City staff, the potential impacts of data centers the City is considering in its analysis, and a timeline for a draft policy proposal. City officials will take questions and seek input from the public after an informational presentation. Registration is required for this free virtual meeting.
• Community Conversation - North District, Wednesday, June 3, 2026: The officers serving the North District are hoping to connect with neighbors during a town hall discussion on June 3. Madison Police Chief John Patterson will be available to directly answer questions from community members.
• Open House - Cypress Spray Park, Thursday, June 4, 2026: Madison Parks is holding a second public input meeting for the Cypress Spray Park Redesign. They will share proposed designs including specific features, park elements and theming. Stop by the park and share your thoughts. Kids are encouraged to attend with an adult; we want to hear what they think sounds fun.
• Grandad's Farm Stop will be holding a public information session on their application for a Class A beer and cider license at the site, 3802 Mineral Point Rd., on June 20 at 2pm.

Announcements and News Releases

• Tribute Event for Mike Pressman Scheduled at Oak Park Heights Parks: The City of Madison, Madison Parks, and the Midvale Heights Community Association (MHCA) will present a special honor this spring to longtime MHCA neighborhood baseball commissioner Michael Pressman. 
• Madison Water Utility Releases Latest Annual Drinking Water Quality Report: The report provides an overview of the tens of thousands of drinking water quality tests conducted in 2025. 
• Goodman Pool Introduces New Pool Waiver Process Ahead of 2026 Season: The City of Madison Parks Division is introducing a new Pool Waiver process for the 2026 Goodman Pool season. All guests and visitors – including lap swimmers and tot time users, must complete the Pool Waiver before entering the Goodman Pool gates.
• John Nolen Drive Reconstruction Traffic Closure Update: South Broom Street is scheduled to reopen by 4:00pm on Tuesday, June 2. Following the reopening, North Shore Drive will close beginning at 5:00am on Wednesday, June 3. 
• Help Shape the Future of Transportation in the Greater Madison Area: The Greater Madison MPO is asking people who live and work in the Greater Madison area for input as work begins on Pathways to 2050—a long-range regional transportation plan update.
• New Pilot Study Expands Beach Monitoring Efforts in Dane County: This summer, Public Health Madison & Dane County and Clean Lakes Alliance are teaming up on a new pilot study to better understand what causes E.coli levels to increase across the Yahara chain of lakes. I was thrilled to shepherd this new program through the budget process!
• City of Madison Commissions Artist Nate Page to Create Public Art for the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park: The Wisconsin-born-and-raised artist will create a two-sided interactive sculpture that represents the connection between recreation and learning.
• Madison Writing Assistance to Celebrate Writing through Storytelling at Madison Public Library: Madison Writing Assistance invites community members to participate in storytelling workshops and a summer story slam as part of their annual Celebration of Writing at Goodman South Madison Library in June.“
• Madison Senior Center offers free haircuts and beard trims with Chanell Ardor Schools of Beauty: This new program provides seniors free haircuts and beard trimmings through a partnership with Chanell Ardor Schools of Beauty and Culture, Madison's first Black-owned cosmetology school.
• Food Scraps Recycling where you can compost your coffee grounds, eggshells, and appropriate vegetable and fruit scraps now available at:
  • Capitol View Market 
  • Streets Division Drop-off Sites 

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

• Madison Bike Week, Monday, June 1 Through Friday, June 5 (This Event Occurs on Multiple Dates): Bike Week celebrates riding to work, the grocery store, a park, the library—or simply biking to enjoy the warm wind through your hair. Events will take place throughout the week across the city. Bike Week stations will be located at various points along the city's bike paths. For more information, visit the Madison Bikes website.
• RoundTrip Commuter Station — Bikes, Buses, and Treats! Thursday, June 4, 2026: Celebrate Madison Bike Week with an afternoon stop along the Cap City Trail! Join RoundTrip Greater Madison, the Greater Madison MPO, Metro Transit, City of Madison Traffic Engineering, Wisconsin Bike Fed, and Madison BCycle for a free commuter station filled with bike and bus resources, giveaways, treats, and hands-on activities.
• Concerts on the Rooftop: Nauti-Nauti (Yacht Rock), Thursday, June 4, 2026: A truly unique Madison experience! Experience the unparalleled magic of sensational bands and breathtaking views at Concerts on the Rooftop! Dance the night away or just relax with family and friends, Concerts on the Rooftop provides a fun and free experience for all! A free ticket is required for admission.
• Live at The Glen | Sparetime Bluegrass Band, Friday, June 5, 2026: Sparetime Bluegrass Band is a long-standing Madison, Wisconsin-based band formed in 1994, specializing in traditional bluegrass and first-generation style performances. Led by Bob Batyko, this five-member group features strong, traditional instrumentation (guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle, bass) and has been a staple in the Midwest music scene for over 30 years. They will perform at the Glen Golf Park on Friday, June 5 at 6:00 PM.
• The Frank Lloyd Wright Unitarian Meeting House is turning 75 this year. There will be a series of events June 5-7 at this historic structure. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn more about the history and challenges of this architectural masterpiece.
• Wear Orange 2026, Saturday, June 6, 2026: Join Public Health Madison & Dane County for this year's Wear Orange event honoring violence survivors and building community together. There will be music, food, activities for kids, resources, and speakers. There is no cost to attend. Don't forget to Wear Orange!
• Bird & Nature Adventures | Tenney Park, Saturday, June 6, 2026: Join Naturalist Robin Kling for a free welcoming family-friendly guided walk to look for and learn about native trees and plants at Tenney Park. The Tenney Lagoon borders and other areas are being restored with more native plants for pollinators, birds and wildlife. 
• Friends of Hoyt Park Acoustic Survey of Bats, Saturday, June 6, 8:30pm: Come join the Friends of Hoyt Park as we use acoustic monitors to 'see' the Hoyt Park bats. This is a family friendly event so bring the kids. They will love it! Meet at the historic entrance on Regent Street.
• Bird & Nature Adventures | Turville Point, Sunday, June 7, 2026: Join Naturalist David Wood for a free fun welcoming outing for all ages to explore the beautiful woodland nature trails, the restored prairie, old pine groves, and shoreline views of Lake Monona.  See areas cleared of invasive brush by Madison Parks and volunteers with the help of a managed herd of goats.
• Bird & Nature Adventures | Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park, Sunday, June 7, 2026: Marsh Canoe Tour ~ Take a free family friendly paddle with Naturalists Lynn Persson, Linda Malkin and Sheila Leary to find out what's happening in the marsh as Spring turns to Summer! Some canoes provided first come first served, bring your own canoe or kayak if you have one. The marsh, wetlands and Yahara River are alive with new growth, fish, dragonflies, turtles, and birds.

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.

• Finance Committee: The Finance Committee meeting will take place on Monday, June 1, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include an update on the 2027 budget outlook.
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• Plan Commission: The Plan Commission meeting will take place on Monday, June 1, at 5:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include development-related requests in Districts 12 and 14.
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If you would like more information about becoming a member of a City board, commission, or committee, please visit the page linked here.

Be well,

Regina Vidaver