City of Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz

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Posted on Oct 10, 2008:
Mayor Announces Launch of Neighborhood Indicators Pilot
Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today announced the launch of the Neighborhood Indicators Pilot Project. The NIP is a battery of more than forty …

Posted on Oct 7, 2008:
Mayor's Budget Keeps Commitments, Limits Taxes
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz introduced his 2009 operating budget today, keeping his commitment to public safety and excellent basic services, …

Posted on Oct 6, 2008:
News Advisory: Mayor to Introduce 2009 Operating Budget
Mayor Dave Cieslewicz will introduce his 2009 executive operating budget tomorrow, Tuesday, October 7 at 1:00 p.m. at Fire Station # 9. The …

Posted on Oct 6, 2008:
Local Leaders Celebrate Completion of State Street Project
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin and other local leaders gathered in downtown Madison today to celebrate completion of …

Posted on Oct 6, 2008:
Local Leaders To Celebrate Grand Re-opening of State Street
Mayor Dave Cieslewicz, Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin and local leaders will gather Monday, Oct. 6 at 12:15 p.m. to celebrate the completion of the …

Posted on Oct 3, 2008:
Mayor maintains Library, Metro services
In keeping with his commitment to maintain basic city services even in a very tough budget year, Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today announced his plans to …

Posted on Sep 30, 2008:
City Projects $500,000 Less in Investment Income
Madison - In response to the continuing market downturn and uncertain financial outlook for the future, Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today said he will …

Posted on Sep 24, 2008:
O.A.R. to Headline Freakfest 2008
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz announced today that O.A.R. will headline Madison's Freakfest 2008 on Saturday, November 1. The Mayor announced …

Posted on Sep 17, 2008:
Public Health Collaborative Receives $500,000 Grant to Study Declining Infant Mortality Rate
Public Health of Madison and Dane County will receive a $500,000 grant to study a dramatic decline in the infant mortality rate in Madison and …

Posted on Sep 3, 2008:
Zoning Code Rewrite Community Meetings Scheduled
The City of Madison is working to rewrite its zoning code and prepare a new zoning map. The existing zoning code was last rewritten in 1966. The …

Posted on Sep 3, 2008:
Mayor's Capital Budget Comes in Under Target, Maintains Public Safety & Basic Services
Mayor Dave Cieslewicz will introduce his 2009 capital budget at tonight's Common Council meeting. The Mayor's capital budget comes in $7.3 million …

Posted on Aug 26, 2008:
City Budget Looks To Be Toughest in Decades
Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz said today that the budget suggestions submitted by City agency heads paint a picture of just how difficult the 2009 …

Posted on Aug 12, 2008:
County Executive, Mayor Opening Acts for "Heavy Metal Days"
Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk and Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today urged people to take advantage of a special collection by the Clean …

Posted on Aug 8, 2008:
Mayor Invites Public Input on City Budget
Madison - Tonight, Mayor Dave Cieslewicz will host the first of three public meetings on the City of Madison budget. All three meetings will take …

Posted on Aug 6, 2008:
Common Council Unanimously Approves Economic Development Plan
MADISON - The Common Council tonight approved the strategic economic development plan for the City of Madison. Commissioned by the City and …

Posted on Aug 4, 2008:
Cieslewicz Nominates Clingan as Community Development Director
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today named Bill Clingan as Director of the newly created Division of Community Development. Clingan is currently …

Posted on Jul 28, 2008:
Major Step Forward for Allied Redevelopment Project
Madison - Local and State officials and residents today celebrated the first major step forward in a major redevelopment of rental housing in the …

Posted on Jul 16, 2008:
Mayor Appoints Rachel Strauch-Nelson Communications Director
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz announced today that Rachel Strauch-Nelson will serve as his new Communications Director, effective July 28. "I …

Posted on Jul 1, 2008:
Cieslewicz Calls for Federal Support for Transit, Energy Efficiency Initiatives
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today called on Congress to act quickly to pass two measures that would increase support for local transit and …

Posted on Jun 30, 2008:
New Bridge Improves Pedestrian and Bike Connections for Madison's East Side
MADISON ... Federal, state and local elected officials were joined today by neighborhood leaders to mark the opening of the new East Washington …

Posted on Jun 6, 2008:
Mayor Names New Water Utility General Manager
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today nominated Tom Heikkinen to serve as the new General Manager for the Madison Water Utility. Heikkinen would …

Posted on Jun 3, 2008:
MadiSUN Initiative Seeks to Double Madison's Use of Solar Energy
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today led the official kickoff of MadiSUN program, an initiative to double Madison's use of solar energy by 2010. …

Posted on May 23, 2008:
Stoughton Road Revitalization Project Wins National Neighborhood of the Year Award
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and eastside Ald. Judy Compton announced today that the Stoughton Road Revitalization Project (SRRP) has been named …

Posted on May 16, 2008:
City to Accelerate Improvements for Key City Streets
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz said today that improvements for badly deteriorated segments of State Highway 151 (East Washington Avenue) and …

Posted on May 14, 2008:
Zoning Code Rewrite Community Meetings Scheduled
Madison - The City of Madison is beginning a major effort to completely rewrite its zoning code and prepare a new zoning map. "Madison's zoning …

Posted on May 6, 2008:
Public Service Recognition Celebration
Madison, WI - The City of Madison will be celebrating Public Service Recognition week with an event on Wednesday, May 7, 2008. A proclamation by …

Posted on Apr 29, 2008:
Google Announcement Points to Future of Madison's Economy
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the following statement in response to Google's announcement that it is opening a facility in downtown …

Posted on Apr 23, 2008:
Mayor Seeks to Keep City Spruced Up with "Mowtown" Program
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today announced the creation of Mowtown, a new multi-agency program to coordinate and enhance the appearance of …

Posted on Apr 22, 2008:
State and Local Leaders Partner to Protect, Preserve Cherokee Marsh
MADISON ... State and local leaders are celebrating Earth Day this week by moving forward on the largest conservation land purchase in Madison …

Posted on Apr 21, 2008:
Gawenda Nominated for City Treasurer Position
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today nominated Dave Gawenda to serve as Treasurer for the City of Madison. The City Treasurer is responsible for …

Posted on Apr 14, 2008:
Allied Drive Redevelopment Wins Tax Credit Financing
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz said that the Allied Drive redevelopment project took a major step forward today with the announcement that the …

Posted on Apr 11, 2008:
Mayor's Statement re: Famous Footwear
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the following statement today regarding the announcement that Brown Shoe is consolidating its Madison-based …

Posted on Apr 10, 2008:
Mayor Nominates New Madison Parks Superintendent
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today nominated Kevin Briski to serve as the new Parks Superintendent for the City of Madison. Briski would succeed …

Posted on Apr 9, 2008:
State of the City 2008
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz presents his State of the City address for 2008 today. He will give abbreviated versions of the remarks that follow …

Posted on Apr 3, 2008:
Spring Cleanup '08 Gets Underway in Madison
Madison - With a record-setting winter wrapping up, Mayor Dave Cieslewicz said today that City efforts are now turning to the task of cleaning up. …

Posted on Apr 2, 2008:
Downtown Taxi Stand Service Kicks Off April 3
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz announced today that taxi stand service will be offered on University Avenue starting on April 3. The service is …

Posted on Apr 1, 2008:
Mayor Proposes CD Ban
Madison - Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz is joining forces with a national wildlife group to ban the sale of compact discs in the city of Madison by …

Posted on Mar 31, 2008:
Mayor's Statement re: Milt McPike
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the following statement on the passing of community leader and educator Milt McPike: "Milt McPike was a …

Posted on Mar 28, 2008:
Mayor Encourages Participation in "Lights Out America" Night
Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today encouraged Madisonians to take part in the nationally-organized "Lights Out America" night. For one hour, on the …

Posted on Mar 19, 2008:
City, County Partner to Enhance Security for Madison Water Utility
Madison - The installation of surveillance cameras at 32 critical Madison Water Utility sites will enhance the security of the community's water …

Posted on Mar 12, 2008:
Madison Greets Spring With "Pothole Patrol" Program
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today unveiled the Pothole Patrol, a new initiative to maintain and improve the quality of Madison streets damaged …

Posted on Mar 5, 2008:
2008 Mayor's Neighborhood Roundtable
Madison, WI - March 5, 2008. Neighborhood leaders will learn about development financing, sustainable urban design, and engaging residents in …

Posted on Feb 18, 2008:
Polling Place Corrections
Madison - Incorrect polling place information was included in the legal notices published in today's Wisconsin State Journal and Capital Times for …

Posted on Feb 15, 2008:
City Taking Lead on Polling Place Accessibility for Tuesday Elections
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz said today that the City of Madison is working to ensure accessibility at its polling places for Tuesday's …

Posted on Feb 8, 2008:
Winter Weather Update: February 7, 2008
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today thanked Madisonians for helping City workers clean up in the wake of yesterday's 13.3-inch snowfall. In …

Posted on Feb 8, 2008:
Madisonians Can Help with Snow Cleanup By Observing Parking Rules
Madison - Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today urged Madisonians to observe snow emergency parking rules, so city plows can clear streets …

Posted on Jan 31, 2008:
Mayor Praises Senate Passage of Low-Income Tax Exemption Legislation
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz praised today's unanimous State Senate vote in favor of legislation clarifying the property tax status of …

Posted on Jan 23, 2008:
Mayor's Statement re: Council Adoption of Allied Drive Redevelopment Plan
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the following statement regarding the Common Council's 15 to 2 vote in support of the Allied Drive …

Posted on Jan 15, 2008:
Madison and Dane County Announce Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards
Madison - City of Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk today announced the recipients of their respective annual …

Posted on Jan 11, 2008:
Open House Announced for City Bassett Small Cap TIF Loan Program
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and Ald. Mike Verveer recently announced a new acquisition and rehabilitation loan program to assist homebuyers …

Posted on Jan 10, 2008:
Mayor's Statement re: Reduction in Violent Crime
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the following statement regarding the new FBI data showing a 15.6% decrease in violent crime in Madison for …

Posted on Jan 9, 2008:
Madison Names New Poet Laureate
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today announced that Fabu Carter-Brisco (professionally known as Fabu) has agreed to serve as Madison's Poet …

Posted on Jan 3, 2008:
City of Madison Black History Celebration to Honor Milele Chikasa Anana
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and other Madison leaders will gather for the City of Madison's annual Black History Celebration on January 9. This …

Posted on Dec 11, 2007:
Winter Weather Update: Dec. 11, 2007
Madison - Plowing and cleanup work is underway for today's latest round of winter weather. As of 11:00 a.m. today, Madison had received 2.1 inches …

Posted on Dec 10, 2007:
Winter Weather Update: Dec. 10, 2007
Madison - City crews continued work this weekend on cleanup efforts related to last week's series of snowfalls. Work over the weekend focused on …

Posted on Dec 7, 2007:
Mayor's Statement re: Chancellor Wiley
Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the following statement today in response to the announcement of Chancellor John Wiley's resignation: "John Wiley has …

Posted on Dec 6, 2007:
Winter Weather Update: December 5, 2007
Madison - The Mayor's office met with the leaders of the Streets, City Engineering, Parks, Building Inspection and Metro Transit agencies today to …

Posted on Dec 4, 2007:
Winter Weather Update: December 4, 2007
Madison - Cleanup efforts related to the weekend snow and ice storm continue in the City of Madison. Top city staff from a number of agencies met …

Posted on Dec 3, 2007:
Winter Weather Update: December 3, 2007
Madison - Cleanup efforts related to the weekend snow and ice storm continue in the City of Madison. Top city staff from a number of agencies met …

Posted on Nov 30, 2007:
Dick Wagner Named as First Recipient of Jeff Erlanger Award
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz announced today that longtime civic leader Dick Wagner has been selected as the first recipient of the newly …

Posted on Nov 26, 2007:
County Executive and Mayor Ink Deal, Complete Health Department Merger
Madison - County Executive Kathleen Falk and Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today signed the legal documents that fully merge the city-county public health …

Posted on Nov 21, 2007:
Statement by Mayor Dave Cieslewicz at Signing of 2008 City Budget
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today signed the 2008 City of Madison budget. He made the following comments at the signing: "I am very pleased to …

Posted on Nov 16, 2007:
Mayor: New City Budget Takes Comprehensive Approach to Public Safety Issues
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz praised passage of the City of Madison's 2008 operating budget which makes comprehensive, unprecedented investments …

Posted on Nov 15, 2007:
City "Buy Local" Website Supports Madison-area Businesses
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today encouraged local businesses to take advantage of the City of Madison's "buy local" website. The website was …

Posted on Nov 9, 2007:
Mayor's Statement re: Video Franchising Bill
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the following statement regarding last night's action on Assembly Bill 207: "The video franchising bill …

Posted on Nov 5, 2007:
Mayor's Statement re: Passing of Former Mayor Otto Festge
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the following statement today regarding the passing of former Madison Mayor Otto Festge: "Like many, I was …

Posted on Nov 1, 2007:
Mayor Praises Appointment of Sen. Miller as JFC Co-chair
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the following statement today regarding the appointment of Sen. Mark Miller (D-Monona) as co-chair of the …

Posted on Oct 30, 2007:
New Homebuyer Assistance Program in Bassett Announced
MADISON - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and Ald. Mike Verveer announced today a new acquisition and rehabilitation loan program to help homebuyers …

Posted on Oct 29, 2007:
Mayor's Statement re: Freakfest 2007
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the following statement at the conclusion of Freakfest 2007: "This was the most successful Halloween on …

Posted on Oct 26, 2007:
Mayor's Statement re: Economic and Community Development Unit Appointment, Structure
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the following comments today, regarding the City's Economic and Community Development Unit. "Bill Clingan has …

Posted on Oct 26, 2007:
Mayor Takes Mpower Pledge to Reduce Greenhouse Emissions
Madison - Today, Mayor Dave Cieslewicz,took the Mpower Pledge, promising to do his part to address the issue of global climate change. Mpowering …

Posted on Oct 24, 2007:
Mayor Names New City Treasurer
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today named Gerald Pace as the new City Treasurer. The City Treasurer is responsible for managing the city's …

Posted on Oct 23, 2007:
Mayor Seeks Nominations for Jeff Erlanger Award
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz announced today that nominations are now invited for the Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award. …

Posted on Oct 11, 2007:
Mayor Names Ray Harmon to Staff
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today named Ray Harmon to his staff. Harmon currently is the Special Projects Manager for Govenor Jim Doyle. He …

Posted on Oct 10, 2007:
Mayor Names New Alcohol Policy Coordinator
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today named Katherine Plominski as the new Alcohol Policy Coordinator. The Alcohol Policy Coordinator position is …

Posted on Oct 8, 2007:
City, County Adding New Resources to Keep Lakes, Beaches and Shorelands Clean
Madison - The City of Madison and Dane County are teaming up to add new resources for keeping area lakes, beaches and shorelands clean, according …

Posted on Oct 2, 2007:
Mayor's Budget Makes Responsible Investments in Public Safety, Quality of Life, Economic Development
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz introduced his 2008 executive operating budget today, proposing fiscally responsible investments in public safety, …

Posted on Oct 1, 2007:
Mayor's Budget to Include New Resources for Building Inspection
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz said today that his 2008 executive operating budget will include significant new resources for building inspection …

Posted on Sep 25, 2007:
Mayor Restores Metro Cuts, Pledges No Fare Increase
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz announced today that his 2008 executive budget would call for no service cuts or fare increases for the Madison …

Posted on Sep 20, 2007:
Cieslewicz Names Clingan Economic and Community Development Director
Madison - Today, Mayor Dave Cieslewicz named Bill Clingan to the newly created, Economic and Community Development Director position. Clingan is …

Posted on Sep 19, 2007:
Mayor Praises Council Passage of Public Safety Proposals
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz praised tonight's passage of two city ordinances that will improve public safety in Madison. The Common Council …

Posted on Sep 6, 2007:
Automated Refuse Program Kicks Off Monday
Madison - Madison residents will be able to use their new tan refuse carts when the automated refuse program begins this Monday, September …

Posted on Aug 27, 2007:
Joint Statement of Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and David Denig-Chakroff
Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and David Denig-Chakroff have reached an agreement to end Denig-Chakroff's employment as the General Manager of the …

Posted on Aug 23, 2007:
Mayor's Statement re: Sherman Avenue Accident
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz came to the scene of the accident and remained there until the victims were removed. He made the following …

Posted on Aug 22, 2007:
Monona Terrace Earns LEED Silver Certification as a Green Convention Center
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz announced today that Monona Terrace has become one of only a handful of convention centers in the nation to be …

Posted on Aug 13, 2007:
Madison Parks Superintendent Announces Retirement
Madison - Madison Parks Superintendent Jim Morgan will retire in January, 2008, Mayor Dave Cieslewicz said today. Morgan has led Madison's Parks …

Posted on Aug 13, 2007:
Mayor's Statement re: Streetcars
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today made the following statement regarding a potential streetcar system for Madison: "There's an old saying in …

Posted on Aug 9, 2007:
Mayor Invites Public Input on City Budget
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz will once again host public meetings on the City of Madison budget. The meetings will take place in August prior to …

Posted on Jul 24, 2007:
City labor negotiator returns as new HR Director
Madison - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz today announced the selection of former City Labor Relations Specialist Brad Wirtz as the Director of the Human …

Posted on Jul 16, 2007:
Madison Leaders Point to Video Bill Flaws
MADISON - Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and Rep. Spencer Black (D-Madison) raised concerns today that a video deregulation legislative proposal would …