Madison Parks needs your input to create the best possible plan for the future of historic and iconic Vilas Park. Despite the significant disruption to the park system due to COVID-19, important work on the Vilas Park Master Plan has continued to…
People for Bikes has released its third annual ratings of the best cities for bicycling in the U.S. and Madison ranks second nationwide. For the last three years, Madison has ranked in the top 10 each year.
“Madison’s high ranking is a result of…
We’re back with your Move It Madison inspiration! Madison Parks and Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) collaborated again to keep you moving throughout the month of June.Move It Madison June continues with an A to Z scavenger hunt and…
Fighting invasive plants is an on-going challenge for Parks staff and volunteers. Management is not only time-consuming; it can also include the application of herbicides in an effort to win the battle. This year, Madison Parks is utilizing a new…
I really like the idea of ending the week on a positive note, so let me start by again saying thank you! Thank you for staying home, for maintaining social distancing, washing your hands regularly and wearing a face covering when you need to go out…
Let's Move It Madison! Madison Parks and Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) are here to help you keep moving throughout the month of May. Move It Madison is a challenge for you and your family to keep moving all month long with a menu…
I know many of us are getting weary of staying home and physical distancing during this pandemic, but look at the chart below to see how our Safer at Home efforts are working. We are indeed flattening the curve, but we need to continue to do so.…
The Streets Division will place a limited amount of mulch in six City of Madison parks for residents to use.
Mulch will be piled at the below locations by 3:00pm on April 24. Check the website for mulch in the parks to learn when the sites were…
The City of Madison is launching several new initiatives to assist community members in having safe, healthy spaces for walking and biking during the COVID-19 Safer at Home order.
Some initial locations designated as “shared streets” have already…
We made it through an election during a pandemic! It was certainly not an election I would have chosen to hold, but despite the risks, thousands of area residents exercised their right to vote. And, hundreds of others volunteered to work to make…
As I write this message, I am heartened that Governor Evers has issued an Executive Order delaying our election, but along with you, I await the next ruling from the courts before I breathe easy. We will be working to determine the best way to…
The City’s Department of Transportation—Traffic Engineering, Metro Transit, and the Parking Utility—have had to respond rapidly to changing needs in our community over the past 10 days. Metro Transit has instituted a variety of protocols and route…
Staff from the City of Madison are continuing to partner with Public Health, Madison & Dane County (PHMDC), as well as the County Executive’s office, local schools, the State of Wisconsin and federal agencies to “flatten the curve,” protect the…
The City of Madison shared-use paths remain open. The City’s bicycle and pedestrian paths play a crucial role in a number of essential activities including travel to/from work and providing community members opportunities to maintain mental and…
The City and County are collaborating to protect residents that are without housing, most of whom are served through the shelter system. As of 3/25 we have placed about 225 people into local hotels, removing them from the shelter system and reducing…
All parks remain open! Madison Parks is working closely with Public Health Madison & Dane County as we move forward in a different way. The health and wellbeing of our staff, volunteers and park users are our top priority during this rapidly…
As of 4:30pm on Tuesday, March 17, all Madison Parks offices are closed to the public. While many services are available online, staff are also available by phone and email.
Offices closed to the public and contact information as follows:…
