Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of October 14, 2024

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 on 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.
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• 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.
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• 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.
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• 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.
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Events

• Second Public Information Meeting (Hill Valley Neighborhood) - Thursday, October 17: Veridian Homes and the City of Madison are hosting a second neighborhood meeting on Thursday, October 17, at 6:30 p.m. in virtual format to discuss the revised plans for the “Hill Valley Neighborhood,” a 211-acre development located between Pleasant View Road and S. High Point Road.
• 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.

Please visit the City events calendar for the complete list of upcoming events.

Announcements

• Three Dozen Madison Businesses to Take Part in New BizReady Program: Three dozen local businesses will get an opportunity to receive free training, mentoring, and networking opportunities through the City of Madison’s new BizReady program.
• Protect Yourself Against COVID-19 and Flu This Fall with Updated Vaccines: Respiratory virus season is here, and public health officials are urging everyone to get their updated COVID-19 and flu vaccines.
• 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.
• Fire Prevention Week Spotlights the 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.