Week of June 15th
postedElvehjem Water Pipe Repairs:
The City of Madison Water Utility will be doing repair work on water mains in the Elvehjem Neighborhood. The project is estimated to begin on June 22nd. Residents may notice utility crews in the neighborhoods this week as they complete the preparation work and begin staging construction equipment. The contractor selected for the project is Fer-Pal. The map below shows which houses will be affected, the location of a new temporary 4 way stop, and where the water utility will be accessing water mains.
You can learn more about the project and find answers to frequently asked questions on the project webpage here.
Impacts on Traffic:
Roads will generally stay open, but some traffic may be restricted at times. There will be small excavation areas that are fenced and marked (see map for locations). Street parking will not be allowed in the project area during construction. Madison Metro Bus service is not expected to be affected.
There will be a temporary 4-way stop placed at the intersection of Meadowlark Dr. and Woodvale Ln.
Temporary water pipes may be placed across driveways or roads. These crossings will be ramped up or buried to help maintain access.
Assessments:
There will be no assessments or residential fees charged for this project
Contact information for the project:
EMERGENCY CONTACTS
Fer-Pal After-Hours / Weekend: 866-946-2034
Madison Water Utility 24-Hour Line: 608-266-4665
CONTRACTOR
Fer-Pal Construction USA LLC / TRUEWATR Watermain
Rehabilitation
Leo Garza
On-Site Project Manager
224-760-4340
General Questions: 847-214-0103
MADISON WATER UTILITY
Nathan Mendez
Project Manager
(608)-266-4467
nmendez@madisonwater.org
Water Main flushing
The City of Madison Water utility will begin flushing watermains across the city starting today, Monday June 15th. (*Note: this is separate from the water main repairs happening in the Elvehjem Neighborhood*)
The city flushes water mains each year to remove sediment and mineral build up and help maintain the health of our water systems. During flushing, residents may notice a temporary decrease in water pressure and a discoloration of water. (The water utility recommends holding off on doing laundry or running the dishwasher until the evening if water main flushing is occurring in your neighborhood.
To stay up to date on water main flushing schedules, you can sign up for emails here. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Shayne Santi at (608) 261-9128.
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.
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 as well as the Southeast Area Plan
Transportation Commission: The Transportation Commission meeting will take place on Wednesday, June 17th at 5:00pm in a virtual format. Agenda Items of interest include: Authorizing 2026 safe streets madison projects.
If you would like more information about becoming a member of a City board, commission, or committee, please visit the page linked here.
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.
Glenway Backyard Pipe Repairs, Tuesday, June 16: A public information meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., June 16, 2026, via Zoom.
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 this week's storms, please stack it on the terrace for collection. [posted June 12, 2026]
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… [posted June 12, 2026]
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.[posted June 10, 2026]
Congrats Buckets! Police horse earns his badge during special ceremony: MADISON, Wis. — 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. [posted June 10, 2026]
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. During this session, Glass will provide a brief… [posted June 10, 2026]
Road Closures for Safety Saturday: Multiple streets will be closed on Saturday, June 13th for the annual Safety Saturday event happening adjacent to the Dane County Farmers' Market on the Capitol Square. Closure begins at 7:15am with the streets reopening by 2:00pm after the event… [posted June 9, 2026]
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. [posted June 9, 2026]
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. During this stage of construction, westbound W. Dayton Street will be closed… [posted June 9, 2026]
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. [posted June 8, 2026]
City of Madison Mourns the Loss of Michael Johnson: Michael's generosity and inspiring work have made Madison a better place. [posted June 8, 2026]
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. [posted June 8, 2026]
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. This full excavation closure is expected to seven weeks, with roads…[posted June 8, 2026]
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!
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.
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.
Junction Ridge Farmers' Market, Friday, June 19 (This event occurs on multiple dates): Find fresh, local products at the JRNA Farmers' Market.
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 – Monona, Sunday, June 21: Swing into summer with Golf Madison Parks on June 21 for a day of music, community, and great vibes at our beautiful Monon Golf Course. We're celebrating the season by hosting talented local artists, bringing vibrant live music to our clubhouse patios all afternoon.
Make Music Madison - The Glen Golf Park, Sunday, June 21: Swing into summer with Golf Madison Parks on June 21 for a day of music, community, and great vibes at our beautiful course— The Glen Golf Park. We're celebrating the season by hosting talented local artists bringing vibrant live music to our clubhouse patio all day long.
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.
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
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