Week of September 15, 2025

District Niner's,

Updates and Notices

Boards, Commissions & 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.

• Common Council: The Common Council meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 16, at 6:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include extending the supportive services contract between the City and MACH OneHealth through April 30, 2026, for work conducted at Dairy Drive campground.
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• Plan Commission: The Plan Commission meeting will take place on Monday, September 15, at 5:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include development-related requests in Districts 2, 12, 18, and 20.
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• Board of Public Works: The Board of Public Works meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 17, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include construction management in Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, and 17.
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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.

Announcements & News Releases

• Madison Unveils Latest Efforts to Create More Housing : The City of Madison is continuing its efforts to create more housing with another round of initiatives. Today, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway, members of the Common Council, and community groups including…
• Octavia Ikard named next Madison Youth Poet Laureate: Madison Poet Laureate Steven Espada Dawson and the Madison Arts Commission are inviting the public to the opening reception and poetry reading for the City of Madison’s new Youth Poet Laureate, Octavia Ikard.
• Fall Leaves and Yard Waste Collection Begins in October 2025: The fall yard waste and leaves collection of 2025 begins in October. You will receive three guaranteed curbside set-out opportunities for leaf and yard waste pickup this fall.  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

• Learn to Nordic Walk, Tuesday, September 16: Turn your walk into a full-body workout with Nordic walking!  We've partnered with Madison Nordic Ski Club (MadNorSki) for a free class.  Participants of all ages are welcome and will explore the park and learn how to use walking poles for a cardio and strength-building workout.  Put a little fun in your life...try Nordic walking.
• Youth Poet Laureate Reception, Tuesday, September 16: Madison Poet Laureate Steven Espada Dawson and the Madison Arts Commission are inviting the public to the opening reception and poetry reading for the City of Madison’s new Youth Poet Laureate, Octavia Ikard.
• Homebuyer Education Course Part 1 of 3, Tuesday, September 16: This HUD-Certified Homebuyer Education Course assists aspiring homeowners with making informed decisions and to potentially qualify for specialized loan programs.
• Menstrual Inequity, Tuesday, September 16(link is external): Public Health Madison & Dane County is partnering with Madison Public Library to host the third annual Period Party at Goodman South Madison Library in September!
• FREE Fall Fun - Aldo Leopold Park, Wednesday, September 17 (This event occurs on multiple dates): The Leopold Arbor Hills NRT invites residents to build skills in mountain biking, ultimate and disc golf, and social dance! Instructors will provide lessons to people of all ages.  Come learn some skills and enjoy a light dinner afterwards.
• FOOT-Loose Dances, Wednesday, September 17 (This event occurs on multiple dates): Join FOOT (Friends of Olin Turville) every Wednesday in September for two hours of dancing fun, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, inside the historic Olin Park pavilion.
• Volunteer Planting - Olbrich Park, Friday, September 19 (This event occurs on multiple dates): Join us in enhancing our parks' natural beauty and supporting local biodiversity through native plantings. As a Planting Volunteer, you'll play a vital role in restoring and maintaining our natural landscapes. Green thumb challenges?  Not to worry, you are still welcome.
• Mobile Vaccination Clinic - Orchard Ridge Elementary School, Saturday, September 20(link is external): All vaccines are free for eligible individuals. Children six months and older who lack insurance, are under 19, and are either Alaskan Native or American Indian, as well as those with BadgerCare or most other types of insurance, can receive vaccinations at no cost.
• Trucks & Treasures, Saturday, September 20: Kids and adults are invited to climb aboard and explore public service vehicles and equipment, and meet the amazing City employees who operate them!
• Period Party: A Menstruation Celebration, Saturday, September 20(link is external): Public Health Madison & Dane County is partnering with Madison Public Library to host the third annual Period Party at Goodman South Madison Library in September!
• Yahara East - The Final Farewell | Madison Golf Events, Sunday, September 21: Get ready, golf fans—this is your last chance to be a part of history! The time has come for the legendary East Course to take its final bow, and we're sending it off in style. This isn't just a tournament; it's a celebration, a final tribute to a course that has given us so many unforgettable memories.
• Bird & Nature Adventures | Warner Park, Sunday, September 21: Rot & Decay is Cool ~ Bring family and friends on this fun nature adventure at Warner Park with Naturalist Kathlean Wolf.  Yukky stuff is fascinating!   What's going on underneath the surface when you see a mushroom growing on a dead log or the side of a tree?
• Movie at The Glen | Trolls Band Together, Sunday, September 21: Kick off the fall season at Movies at The Glen. The fun begins at 4 PM with classic yard games and a special appearance by the Girl Scouts of America, offering activities for all ages.

Additional upcoming events can also be found on the City events calendar.

Just What You Are Looking For?

It's after dinner and you are looking for a place to visit to satisfy your sweet tooth.  Try heading over to the strip mall on the west side of Gammon and the south side of Watts Rd. for this new sweet shop eatery.  Sample first, then settle on one of many flavors in this shop.  It's just what you are looking for.

Your Well Being

There are a few extra warm summer-like days this week, so don't forget to stay well-hydrated.  On another note, plan now for your seasonal respiratory vaccines (flu, RSV and COVID).  An ounce of prevention is still worth a pound of cure.  So, roll up your sleeve and get it done.

Until next time,

Be safe and be well,

Joann