Sidewalk Replacement Program
August 27, 2025 Update
Upcoming Sidewalk Repairs on Capitol Square
September/October 2025
The City of Madison is planning to repair sidewalk along the Capitol Square. These are only minor repairs to cracks, not complete sidewalk replacement. The project is scheduled to begin mid September, 2025. The work will include sawcutting, removal of concrete and pouring & curing of new concrete. It is expected that each area will be started and completed within 1-2 weeks, with the whole square complete in about 1.5 months. No other work is planned at this time. Areas for repair will be marked in white paint in early September, and interested parties can view the extents at that time.
To request accommodations for special needs or disabilities or if you have any other questions regarding this project, please contact the Project Manager, Bill McGlynn.
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Project Information
Project Overview
The Annual Sidewalk Replacement Program was created to identify and repair defects (cracks, broken sections, offsets creating trip hazards, ponding/icing issues) throughout the City, rotating through the alder districts on a 10-year cycle.
In 2025, the Sidewalk Replacement Program will be performing work within Aldermanic Districts 10 and 20.
Sidewalk sections marked with white arrows or X’s are designated for replacement. Sidewalk sections with tripping hazards, marked with a pink line across the joint and a white ‘C’, are designated for saw cutting. Separate contracts are bid for the replacement and the saw cutting.
- Criteria for Replacement of Public Sidewalk and Curb and Gutter
- Care and Restoration of Disturbed Turf Areas - Brochure
- Street Assessment Policy
- ADA Ramp Replacement Guidelines
Project Limits
Each cycle focuses on different districts. In 2025, sidewalk sections will be repaired and replaced throughout Aldermanic Districts 10 & 20.
Project Schedule
- District 10: 05/05/2025 to 09/26/2025
- District 20: 04/07/2025 to 09/12/2025
Public Involvement
There are a number of points of contact during this project where the public is encouraged to give feedback as part of public information meetings and public hearings. Dates, times and locations are indicated below:
Public Information Meetings
- March 27, 2025 Public Information Meeting Recording (District 20)
- March 27, 2025 Public Information Meeting PowerPoint Presentation (District 20)
- April 10, 2025 Public Information Meeting Recording (District 10)
City Process, Meetings
- Common Council: District 10 – 03/25/2025, District 20 – 03/11/2025
- Board of Public Works: District 10 – 03/12/2025, District 20 – 02/26/2025
Sidewalk Repair Schedule by Alder District
| Year | Alder District & Ward |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Districts 15 & 17 |
| 2018 | Districts 3 & 16 |
| 2019 | Districts 1, 7 & 9 |
| 2020 | Districts 4 & 8 |
| 2021 | Districts 13 & 14 District 14:
District 13: |
| 2022 | District 5 |
| 2023 | Districts 12 & 18 |
| 2024 | District 11 & 19 |
| 2025 | District 10 & 20
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| 2026 | District 2 & 6 |
| 2027 | District 3 & 17 |
| 2028 | District 15 & 16 |
| 2029 | District 1 & 9 |
| 2030 | District 4 & 13 (Census) |
| 2031 | District 5 & 8 |
| 2032 | District 7 & 20 |
| 2033 | District 10 & 14 |
| 2034 | District 12 & 18 |
| 2035 | District 11 & 19 |
| 2036 | District 2 & 6 |
| 2037 | District 3 & 17 |
| 2038 | District 15 & 16 |
| 2039 | District 1 & 9 |
| 2040 | District 4 & 13 (Census) |
| 2041 | District 5 & 8 |
Forms
List of Prequalified Contractors
Related Ordinances, Statutes, & Administrative Procedures
- Madison General Code of Ordinances:
Sidewalks addressed by Section 10.06 & 10.09 - Wisconsin Statutes - Sidewalks addressed by Section 66.0907, Wisconsin State Legislature
- Street Patching Criteria
- Terrace Treatment Policy
Project Updates
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August 27, 2025 Update
Upcoming Sidewalk Repairs on Capitol Square
September/October 2025
The City of Madison is planning to repair sidewalk along the Capitol Square. These are only minor repairs to cracks, not complete sidewalk replacement. The project is scheduled to begin mid September, 2025. The work will include sawcutting, removal of concrete and pouring & curing of new concrete. It is expected that each area will be started and completed within 1-2 weeks, with the whole square complete in about 1.5 months. No other work is planned at this time. Areas for repair will be marked in white paint in early September, and interested parties can view the extents at that time.
To request accommodations for special needs or disabilities or if you have any other questions regarding this project, please contact the Project Manager, Bill McGlynn.
April 18, 2025 Update
Thank you to everyone who attended the April 10, 2025 Public Information Meeting. The meeting materials are now available.
April 10, 2025 Public Information Meeting Recording (District 10)
April 10, 2025 Public Information Meeting PowerPoint Presentation
The contractor for District 20 sidewalk repairs, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., has started removal operations in Ward 97, south of Schroeder Rd, in the area near Berkshire Rd, Arden Ln, Regis Rd, and Chapel Hill Rd.
April 8, 2025 Update
The contractor for District 20 sidewalk repairs, LaLonde Contractors, Inc., will begin preliminary work late this week; posting No parking signs as needed, setting out barricades, cones, barrels, and Sidewalk Closed signage, in advance of removal operations that will begin the week of April 14th. The contractor will begin in Ward 97, south of Schroeder Rd, in the area near Berkshire Rd, Arden Ln, Regis Rd, and Chapel Hill Rd.
A public information meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., April 10, 2025, via Zoom. Registration prior is required.
April 10, 2025 Public Information Meeting Registration (District 10)
March 31, 2025 Update
A public information meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., April 10, 2025, via Zoom. Registration prior is required.
March 28, 2025 Update
Thank you to everyone who attended the March 27, 2025 Public Information Meeting. The meeting materials are now available:
- March 27, 2025 Public Information Meeting Recording (District 20)
- March 27, 2025 Public Information Meeting PowerPoint Presentation (District 20)
- District 20 Final Map
A public information meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., April 10, 2025, via Zoom. Registration prior is required.
March 27, 2025 Update
Reminder: Join us tonight if you are involved in District 20:
A public information meeting is scheduled for District 20 sidewalk repairs at 5:30 p.m., March 27, 2025, via Zoom. Registration prior is required.
March 27, 2025 Public information Meeting Registration
March 27, 2025 Public Information Meeting PowerPoint Presentation
March 17, 2025 Update
Bids for public works contracts for sidewalk repair and replacement within Alder Districts 10 and 20 have been received and opened.
In Alder District 10 the contractor for sidewalk replacement will be Speedway Sand & Gravel. The contract (#8788) goes to Common Council for approval on 03/25, with work scheduled to start in early May. The contractor for sidewalk sawcutting/grinding will be Mack Construction. The contract (#8790) was awarded by the Common Council on 03/11, with work scheduled to start in early April.
In Alder District 20 the contractor for sidewalk replacement will be Lalonde Contractors. The contract (#8789) was awarded by the Common Council on 03/11, with work scheduled to start in early April. The contractor for sidewalk sawcutting/grinding will be Madison Commercial Landscapes. The contract (#8791) goes to Common Council for approval on 03/25, with work scheduled to start in early May.
A public information meeting is scheduled for District 20 sidewalk repairs at 5:30 p.m., March 27, 2025, via Zoom. Registration prior is required.
May 2, 2024 Update
Thank you to everyone who attended our public information meeting for District 11. The meeting materials are now available:
May 1, 2024 Public Information Meeting Recording
May 1, 2024 Public Information Meeting PowerPoint Presentation
April 2, 2024 Update
A public information meeting has been scheduled for the City's Sidewalk Replacement Program: District 11 for 5:30 p.m., May 1, 2024, via Zoom. Registration prior is required.
May 1, 2024 Public Information Meeting Registration
April 1, 2024 Update
Aldermanic District 19 sidewalk repairs will begin the week of 04/01-04/05, weather dependent. The contractor for sidewalk replacement (contract #8754), Parisi Construction, will start in Ward 96, in the area near N High Point Rd/Tramore Trl.
The District 19 horizontal sawcutting contract (#8756) has been awarded to Mack Construction, LLC. Work for that contract will begin in early May.
Aldermanic District 11 sidewalk replacement work (contract #8753) will begin in mid to late May. Contract #8753 has been awarded to CPR, Inc.
The District 11 horizontal sawcutting contract (#8755) has been awarded to Universal Concrete Grinding, LLC. Work for that contract will begin in mid April.
March 21, 2024 Update
Thank you to everyone who attended the March 20, 2024 Public Information Meeting for the Sidewalk Replacement Program for District 19. The meeting materials are available:
March 20, 2023 Public Information Meeting Recording
March 20, 2024 Public Information Meeting PowerPoint Presentation
February 28, 2024 Update
A public information meeting is scheduled for District 19 Sidewalk Repairs for 5:30 p.m., March 20, 2024, via Zoom. Registration prior is required.
March 20, 2024 Public Information Meeting Registration
March 20, 2024 Public Information Meeting PowerPoint Presentation
February 7, 2024 Update
Public works contracts for sidewalk repair and replacement within Aldermanic Districts 11 and 19 are currently advertised for bids.
District 19 sidewalk repair and replacement (contract #8754) and District 11 horizontal sawcutting (contract #8755) bids will be opened Thursday February 8, 2024.
The District 19 horizontal sawcutting (contract #8756) bid will be opened Thursday February 22, 2024.
District 11 sidewalk repair and replacement (contract #8753) is pending approval by the BPW and CC, but is expected to begin advertising for bids March 7, 2024.
May 3, 2023 Update
Join us today virtually: The public information meeting for District 12 Sidewalk Replacement Program has been scheduled for 5:30 p.m., May 3, 2023, via Zoom. Registration prior is required.
May 3, 2023 Public Information Meeting Registration
May 3, 2023 Public Information Meeting PowerPoint Presentation
Sidewalk replacement is underway within District 18 (contract #8706). The contractor (Speedway Sand and Gravel) is currently working in Ward 35, in the Comanche Way area north of Wheeler Rd. Saw cutting of trip hazards in District 18 (contract #8713) will occur later this summer. The contractor (Universal Concrete Grinding) is currently working on another project and will not be available until August.
Sidewalk replacement in District 12 (contract #8705) will begin soon. Pending final contract approval, the contractor (Raymond P Cattell, Inc) would like to start work the week of May 8th. Saw cutting of trip hazards in District 12 (contract #8697) has started. The contractor (Southern Wisconsin Construction) is currently working in Ward 28, in the Myrtle St/Coolidge St/Dahle St area north of Commercial Ave.