Public Information Meeting on sanitary sewer replacements on Glenway; Friends of Hoyt Park events; Make Music Madison and much more!

Hello neighbors,

The Landmarks Commission approved the lot division at 113 Ely Place last week. However, this decision does not mean that the new lot will be a buildable lot. To build on that lot, any plans would need to be approved by city staff and the Plan Commission. Some of the things that might come up could include the street approach, including access for construction vehicles, and the ability to run utilities to the site. While the current owner indicated no plans to build on the new lot at this time, should those plans change, I will continue to keep the neighborhood informed. 

There will be a public information meeting to discuss sanitary main replacements for 131-143 Glenway St (across from Reservoir Park) at 5:30 p.m., June 16, 2026, via Zoom. Please register in advance.

Updates and Notices

• Juneteenth Holiday: The City of Madison administrative offices are closed for the Juneteenth holiday, on Friday, June 19. Madison Metro will run the Saturday schedule. All emergency services will be open; please call 911.
  • Emergency Water Issue: Call Madison Water Utility at 608-266-4665, 24/7.
  • Sanitary Sewer Back-up: Call 608-266-4430. An emergency crew will respond to your call.
  • Report a Problem: Report non-emergencies that can wait until the next City working day.
• Beach Water Quality: We monitor water quality at beaches from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Check conditions before going in the water.

Public Information Meetings (PIMs)

• Pathways to 2050: Public Involvement Meeting (Virtual), Monday, June 15: The Greater Madison MPO is beginning work on an update to the region's long-range transportation plan, which will help guide transportation priorities and investments across the Greater Madison region over the next 20–30 years.
• Pathways to 2050: Public Involvement Meeting (Virtual), Wednesday, June 17: The Greater Madison MPO is beginning work on an update to the region's long-range transportation plan, which will help guide transportation priorities and investments across the Greater Madison region over the next 20–30 years.

Announcements and News Releases

• Citywide Brush Collection Following Storms: If you have tree debris from last week's storms, please stack it on the terrace for collection.
• Section of Midvale Boulevard restricted to One Lane in Each Direction DELAY: Update as of June 12: Midvale Boulevard resurfacing will now begin on July 6th due to supply issues. More information to follow closer to start of construction. Please refer to the Midvale Resurfacing project website for additional information.
• Vision Zero Madison Releases New Progress Report: The City of Madison released the 2023-2024 Vision Zero Madison Progress Report, providing an update on the community's efforts to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries on Madison streets while creating safer travel for all road users.
• As a Community, We Can Prevent Traffic Fatalities in Madison: We need our whole community to be part of the solution by educating ourselves and each other about the dangers of speeding and reckless driving. 
• Congrats Buckets! Police horse earns his badge during special ceremony: The Madison Police Department is proud to celebrate the newest member of the mounted patrol unit. Buckets was honored during a private badge ceremony earlier this month alongside the students of Blessed Sacrament School. 
• Community, Clarity, and Collaboration: A Conversation with the Independent Police Monitor: Alder Badri Lankella will continue his series of virtual learning sessions on Wednesday, June 17, from 12 PM to 1 PM. He will be joined by Aeiramique Glass, the Interim Independent Police Monitor.
• Madison Arts Commission awards $107,000 for arts projects: The Madison Arts Commission is awarding a total of $107,000 to 65 organizations and individuals for projects through its annual arts grants program.
• Westbound W. Dayton Street Closed for Sanitary Sewer Work from June 15 to July 17: Starting at 8:00am on Monday June 15, R.G Huston will be performing sanitary replacement on a segment of W. Dayton Street, from N. Frances Street to N. Lake Street.
• City of Madison Mourns the Loss of Michael Johnson: Michael's generosity and inspiring work have made Madison a better place.
• Madison Sister City Delegation to Visit Freiburg, Germany: The trip is funded entirely by individual members of the delegation; no tax dollars are being spent. 
• Road Closure – Valley View Rd: Starting on Monday, June 15, Parisi Construction will close a section of Valley View Road, from Tall Pines Way to White Sky Pass, to continue progress on the 1000 Oaks project.

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

• Monday Mornings at The Glen, Monday, June 15 (This event occurs on multiple dates): Enjoy The Glen for a stroll, nature, workout or leashed dog walk from sunrise to 8:00 am. Tee times resume at hole #1 at 8:00am. Visitors should be alert for golf balls and golfers while exiting the course.
• Lakeside Kids: Trinity Irish Dancers, Tuesday, June 16: Join us for another exiting summer season of Lakeside Kids! – a free interactive series featuring science, culture, arts and entertainment. Designed for kids ages 4 and up. Lakeside Kids! provides hands-on fun and learning in an engaging and dynamic setting. 
• Mobile Madison | Hoppers (movie), Tuesday, June 16: Join Mobile Madison partners for an evening of fun. Enjoy free snacks, books, art activities, fishing games, fitness and more. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for the movie in the park! 
• Madison Public Market pop-ups, Wednesday, June 17 (and each Wednesday through July 1): Before the Madison Public Market grand opening on July 23, check out the space and some exciting vendors each Wednesday from 3:30-7pm.
• Mobile Madison | Goat (movie), Wednesday, June 17: Join Mobile Madison partners for an evening of fun. Enjoy free snacks, books, art activities, fishing games, fitness and more. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for the movie in the park!
• Learn to Kayak, Wednesday, June 17: 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.
• Grateful Dead Night, Wednesday, June 17: Come out to the golf course and enjoy the sounds of the Grateful Dead as DJ Nate Kudick spins your favorite classics throughout the evening. Grab a drink, relax with friends, and take advantage of the putting course while soaking in the vibes.
• Friends of Hoyt Park Thursday Walk series, June 18th: Join Ranger Andy to walk the Hoyt Park ferns on the lower bluff trail from 6:30-7:30pm. Friends and family are welcome! Meet at the historic main entrance on Regent St.
• Parks Alive | Owl Creek Park, Thursday, June 18: Parks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share in fun, family friendly activities while building connections with neighbors and creating memories with friends.
• Capitol City Band Concerts - 58th Season, Thursday, June 18 (This event occurs on multiple dates): The Capitol City Band's 58th season begins June 18 at the Rennebohm Park Shelter. Bring a chair and enjoy live music on Thursdays at 7:00 PM through August 20.
• Concerts on the Rooftop: Kinfolk (R & B/Soul), Thursday, June 18: Kinfolk is an American R&B band based in Madison, playing an array of traditional jazz to mainstream R&B and rock-based music to funk, Latin, and Jamaican-based rhythms, as well as a variety of soulful original tunes.
• Centro Madison Mercadito, Thursdays, through October: Mercadito offers an open and healthy place where the communit40y can share their cultural heritage and culinary traditions each Thursday from 4-8pm. The plaza at Centro, 2403 Cypress Way.
• Junction Ridge Farmers' Market, Friday, June 19 (This event occurs on multiple dates): Find fresh, local products at the JRNA Farmers' Market.
• Clean Lakes Alliance Loop the Lake, Saturday, June 20: Start and end this at-your-own-pace ride around Lake Monona at the East Side Club. The course is open from 9am-2pm.  
• Madison Juneteenth parade and celebration, Saturday, June 20: The parade will begin at 11am at the Madison Labor Temple, and progress to Penn Park for the celebration, from noon-5pm.
• Friends of Hoyt Park (FoHP) volunteer workday, Saturday, June 20: Come plant native wildflowers in the latest restoration area in the park southwest of the Overlook. These are plants that were donated by people who participated in our FoHP Winter Sowing Workshop last January. Wildflower seeds have turned into sturdy seedlings to be transplanted in the park and we have a lot of seedlings to plant so bring a friend. These plants will keep our bees buzzing and provide beauty for our eyes in the coming years. Meet at the historic main entrance on Regent St. at 10am. Wear long pants and sturdy shoes. Bring a trowel if you have one. The Friends of Hoyt Park will provide light refreshments and good company! Contact Tim Astfalk if you have questions.
• Bird & Nature Adventures | Starkweather Creek Area, Saturday, June 20: Paddle the Creek ~ Join Aaron Cutler and Friends of Starkweather Creek for a free fun family friendly paddle along Starkweather Creek.  Some canoes provided first come first served, bring your own canoe or kayak if you have one.  
• Bird & Nature Adventures | Warner Park, Sunday, June 21: Imagine June 2050 ~ As summers heat up with climate change what will Warner Park look and feel like in 2054?  What can we individually and collectively support and do to help mitigate those impacts?
• Make Music Madison – Sunday, June 21: Spend the summer solstice enjoying free music in and around Madison – now the largest Make Music Day in the country! From blues to country, and hip-hop to opera, find one or many performances that suit your tastes.

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.

• Parks Alive at Allied Park, Wednesday, June 15
• Parks Alive at Worthington Park, Thursday, June 16
• Parks Alive | Warner Park (on Trailsway Ave), Wednesday, June 17

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

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 15, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include authorizing an application for a grant to enhance public transportation for seniors and people with disabilities. 
  • Meeting Details
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  • Register for Public Comment
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• Plan Commission: The Plan Commission meeting will take place on Monday, June 15, at 5:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include requests related to Tax Incremental Financing Districts in Districts 2, 3, 4, 9, 11, 12, 14, 15, and 19. 
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  • Register for Public Comment
  • Watch Online

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

Best wishes,

Regina Vidaver