The Second D19 Budget Exploration Session will Include a Presentation by the Community Development Division

Join Alder John Guequierre of District 19 on Thursday, October 3, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. for the second session of the D19 Exploring the 2025 Budget Series, will start with a brief review of the reasons for Madison’s deficit and referendum. Then, take an in-depth look at the Community Development Division (CDD) and the City’s funding to non-profits. Division Director James O'Keefe will join Alder Guequierre to present how the 2025 budget outlook relates to CDD.

The Community Development Division (CDD) is committed to ensuring that all Madison residents and neighborhoods have access to resources and opportunities necessary to help them realize their full potential. In this session, you will learn about CDD’s Capital and Operating budgets, how much they spend, the process for distributing funds, and CDD’s funding recommendations regarding the city deficit.

At the end of the presentations, constituents can ask questions about CDD operations, programs, contracts, and more during a live Q&A. Residents can also submit their questions in advance to the Common Council Office by emailing council@cityofmadison.com. Questions submitted in advance will be read aloud by staff during the session. When emailing your questions, please use “D19 Budget Series” in the subject line.

After the CDD presentation, Alder Guequierre will briefly note the take-aways from the first session then review the preliminary alternate long-range financial plans – with and without a successful referendum.

Alder Guequierre is seeking your input on cuts. Residents are encouraged to take an online survey designed to help them think through a painful subject—what is expendable and what must be preserved? You can take the survey using the following link: www.cityofmadison.com/D19ServiceReductionSurvey.

Event Details

Title: D19 Exploring the 2025 Budget Series – Session 3: Community Development Division & Nonprofit Funding

Date: Thursday, October 3

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Location: Oakwood Village Auditorium, 6209 Mineral Point Road

Parking: Surface parking available at 6209 Mineral Point Road and underground parking available at 6205 Mineral Point Road.

Registration: Registration isn’t required but is encouraged. You can register at www.cityofmadison.com/D19ExploretheBudget.

This budget engagement session is free and open to all Madison residents. We encourage everyone to attend to get more insight into the possible solutions and risks when addressing the budget deficit. For more information, please contact Alder John Guequierre by email district19@cityofmadison.com or by phone (608) 571-4919. For help registering, please contact the Common Council Office, by email council@cityofmadison.com, or by phone (608) 266-4071.

REMINDER: Register today for the last of the three sessions below:

• Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 6pm-8pm, virtual via Zoom. You can join the virtual meeting using your computer, smartphone, or tablet or listen in via telephone. You will receive login information after registering at www.cityofmadison.com/MeetingOctober16Budget. This session will feature a deeper dive into cut scenarios and the impact of cuts. Spanish and Mandarin interpretation will be available at this virtual meeting. Additional languages upon request.
• Si usted necesita ayuda en español para registrarse o para obtener más información sobre este evento, por favor comuníquese con Enoch Melgarejo al correo electrónico: Emelgarejo@cityofmadison.com
• 對于講中文的居民們，如對該會議有問題或需要幫助注冊，請聯系您的華人社區聯絡轉員陳弘（Holly Chen）。您可以通過電子郵件聯系陳弘（Holly Chen)：HChen@cityofmadison.com

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