District 13 Blog

Hi Everyone,This has been a very difficult 12 days. The City of Madison has published a FAQ page to address the common inquiries we have been receiving about the shooting on July 22. We will be updating this page regularly. 

For Immediate ReleaseAugust 2, 2026“I want to thank the Madison community for their patience as we work to reopen the intersection of Williamson Street and Baldwin Street, while also ensuring that those who want to visit a memorial will have space…

Last week I posted my thoughts about the tragic death of Corey Ruiz. I wrote that two things can be true at the same time, that Corey Ruiz's death was deeply disturbing and the homeless encampment distracted from the hard work of…

For Immediate Release August 1, 2026 "The City of Madison is preparing for a respectful transition at Williamson Street and Baldwin Street. Many in the community are asking for artwork and memorial items at the site to be preserved, and…

Community Update from Mayor Rhodes-Conway (July 31)For Immediate ReleaseJuly 31, 2026

Please click on this link to learn more about the events of last week and what has happened since:https://www.cityofmadison.com/mayor/priorities/community-faqI've received a number of emails from D13 residents. Please be certain I am reading them…

Community Update — July 28posted  July 28, 2026 – 2:35pmFor Immediate ReleaseJuly 28, 2026

Hi Everyone,Here's more of what's going on this week:

Hi Everyone,It goes without saying that this past week has been incredibly painful. I was out of town for business but kept in touch with the Mayor and fellow Council members.  Last night I went down to the memorial site to observe.Here's my…

Hi Everyone,Here's what's going on this week: