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Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of October 14, 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, October 14, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include a briefing on the 2025 Executive Operating Budget. 
  • Finance Committee: The Finance Committee meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 15, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include a briefing on the 2025 Executive Operating Budget. 
  • Economic Development Committee: The Economic Development Committee meeting will take place on Wednesday, October 16, at 5:00 p.m. in Suite 303 of 2352 S Park St. Agenda items include an update on the City of Madison’s Economic Development Plan, as well as a discussion of the 2025 Budget. 
  • Transportation Commission: The Transportation Commission meeting will take place on Wednesday, October 16, at 5:00 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include the Director’s report, a review of the 2025 Transportation Projects List, and clarifying Transportation Demand Management procedures.

 

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

  • Road Closures – Commercial Avenue and Highway 30: Starting at 8:00 pm on Tuesday, October 22, Commercial Avenue will be fully closed overnight.  Starting at 12:00 am on Wednesday, October 23, Highway 30 will be fully closed, overnight, to allow the contractor to place the new bridge overpass… [posted October 11, 2024]
  • Ballot Buddies Provide Ballot Security: Two poll workers are involved in nearly every process at the polls. Leading up to Election Day, the City Clerk’s Office has two people involved whenever absentee envelopes are handled. When working with ballots, Clerk’s Office personnel always make… [posted October 10, 2024]
  • Street Closure - W Washington Avenue: Starting at 9:00 am on Wednesday, October 16th, Integrity Grading & Excavating Inc will close W Washington Avenue to vehicle traffic between Broom Street and Fairchild Street. The closure is needed to pave the road following the reconstruction… [posted October 10, 2024]
  • How Absentees Get Counted: What happens to your absentee ballot once you return it to the Clerk’s Office? First the Clerk’s Office checks that the envelope is sealed and has the voter signature, witness signature, witness name, and witness address. If the certificate on the… [posted October 9, 2024]
  • Mayor Rhodes-Conway Releases 2025 Executive Operating Budget: Mayor Sayta Rhodes-Conway released her 2025 Executive Operating Budget, which details her plan to fund the services, programs, and skilled staff that sustain Madison’s high quality of life and keep our economy strong. [posted October 8, 2024]
  • Voting as a College Student: As we celebrate National Voter Education Week, the City Clerk’s Office has been answering questions from college students who are preparing to vote in their very first election. As a college student, you may either register to vote at your campus… [posted October 8, 2024]
  • Celebrate National Voter Education Week: The Madison City Clerk’s Office encourages voters to celebrate National Voter Education Week, October 7-11.Monday – Register to VoteVerify your voter registration at https://MyVote.wi.gov. If you have moved since you last registered, even if it… [posted October 7, 2024]
  • Fire Prevention Week Spotlights Importance of Working Smoke Alarms: The Madison Fire Department joins agencies across the country to celebrate national Fire Prevention Week. The occasion raises awareness about the most important ways to protect yourself and your household from fire-related injuries or death. [posted October 7, 2024]

Events

  • Learn to Fall Safely, Monday, October 14 (this event occurs on multiple dates): SAFELY Learn to fall safely and to get backup without injury. Falls are a leading cause of death for older adults in Wisconsin. We will use thick “crash mats” for practicing .Classes are progressive. Attending all 4 classes recommended. Class meets at Madison Circus Space, but registration is through the Madison Senior Center. Scholarships available. Call 608-266-6581 to register.
  • District 6: Budget Outlook for 2025, Thursday, October 17: Join Alder Marsha Rummel of District 6 for an overview of the 2025 Capital and Operating Budget, including impacts for District 6/Downtown/near Eastside. At the end of the presentations, constituents can ask questions during a Q&A session.
  • Energy Resource Fair, Friday, October 18: MGE will provide energy saving tips and a chance to win a SMART Thermostat, Energy Services will be on site to assist with Energy Assistance qualifications, and Project Home will discuss our Weatherization program and how they can improve health, safety and save energy in your home.
  • Hayrides & Hikes, Saturday, October 19: Tour Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park - North Unit aboard a tractor-pulled hay wagon, enjoy nature activities, take a self-guided hike, participate in the scavenger hunt or do it all! Plus enjoy free hot cider, a campfire, and marshmallows to roast on the fire.

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

 

Hey Everybody, Happy October. Hope you are keeping warm. Lots of budget items coming up. Please join me at the Finance Committee: The Finance Committee meeting will take place on Monday, October 14, at 4:30 p.m. in virtual format. Agenda items include a briefing on the 2025 Executive Operating Budget.  If you have any questions or concerns please email. Thanks, Alder Conklin

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