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Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of September 16, 2024

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Boards, Commissions, and 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.

  • Finance Committee: The Finance Committee meeting will take place on Monday, September 16, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include briefings on the 2025 executive capital budget.
  • Finance Committee: The Finance Committee meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 17, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. This Finance Committee meeting is a budget hearing.
  • Transportation Commission: The Transportation Commission meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 18, at 5:00 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include crossing guards at middle schools, a working session on the Complete Green Streets Guide, and a presentation on the 2025 operating budget. 

 

If you would like more information about becoming a member of a City board, commission, or committee, please visit the page linked here.

Announcements and News Releases

  • ‘Firefighter Fun Day’ Comes to the North Side!: The Madison Fire Department invites you to “meet us without the emergency!” Firefighter Fun Day is a free, public event that promises fun for the whole family. There are two opportunities to attend! [posted September 12, 2024]
  • City of Madison Adopts Sustainability Plan : The Common Council voted unanimously to adopt the plan on August 6, 2024. This update is a continuation of City of Madison’s dedication and ongoing efforts to improve climate equity and environmental justice. [posted September 12, 2024]
  • Voter Registration Drive Precautions: The Madison City Clerk’s Office urges voters to check their registration online at https://MyVote.wi.gov, especially if they completed a voter registration form with someone who approached them on the street. The City Clerk’s Office is receiving an… [posted September 11, 2024]
  • Celebrate Disability Voting Rights Week: The City Clerk’s Office is celebrating Disability Voting Rights Week by highlighting accessible options for exercising your right to vote. “It’s important for all residents to feel confident that their voices are heard at the polls,” said Mayor… [posted September 9, 2024]

 

Events

  • Capitol View Farmers' Market, Wednesday, September 18: The Capitol View Farmers' Market is held weekly on Wednesdays (3:00-7:00pm) from late May through mid-October. Join us each week for great local vendors, live music, food carts, and special activities from week to week. Visit our website and follow us on social media for the most up-to-date information and schedules! 
  • D19 Exploring the 2025 Budget Series - Session 1: BRT and its Impact on the City Budget, Wednesday, September 18: Join District 19 Alder John Guequierre as he leads a series of three educational sessions to provide residents with an in-depth look at the City of Madison budget. Topics at each session will include a brief overview of the budget deficit and need for multi-year plans, a deeper dive into a few complicated issues, initial 5-year plans with and without a successful referendum, and agency proposals for cuts. Since service reductions may ultimately be required regardless of referendum results, Alder Guequierre is seeking your input on cuts. Residents will have the opportunity to speak personally at the two in-person sessions, through chat at the virtual session, and via an on-line survey at all sessions. 
  • Firefighter Fun Day at Fire Station 9, Saturday, September 21: Firefighter Fun Day returns to Fire Station 9! The firefighter/EMTs of Fire Station 9 open their doors for an afternoon of fun for the whole family! Stop by for free food, drinks, music, games, fire truck and ambulance tours, fire station tours, and more! All children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Metro Transit - Fast Fare Pick Up! Pick up a Fast Fare card and get help from City of Madison staff. To learn more about Fast Fares, please visit the Fast Fares webpage.

For the full list of upcoming events, please visit the City events calendar.  

 

 

Hey Everybody,

Hope all is well. Please remember the new BRT is going live this Sunday (9/22/24). Please see above where you can get your new Fast Fare bus cards. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Thanks, Alder Conklin.

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