Madison City Week Ahead 6/23/25

Police Chief hiring, parks planning, housing ordinances, TIF, TIF, TIF and more this week!

Monday, June 23, 2025

4:30pm Sustainable Madison Committee Virtual

• Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District – Presentation on Sustainability Efforts
• Sustainability Summer Interns – Introduction
• Sustainability Staff Update on Ongoing Initiatives

4:30pm Finance Committee Virtual

• Authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to enter into an agreement with Dane County for the purpose of providing Metro Transit with State 85.21 funding given to Dane County for the provision of accessible transportation for eligible persons within Metro Transit’s service area in the calendar year 2025.
• Authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to enter into an agreement with Dane County to provide Volunteer Driver Escort Services for the City of Madison for the calendar year 2025.
• Authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to enter into an agreement with Dane County to provide Group Access Service for the City of Madison for the calendar year 2025.
• Supporting Madison Metro’s Section 5339b and 5339c Low or Now Emission Grant Applications to Federal Transit Administration for hybrid-electric 40’ buses, equipment and charging infrastructure for the electrification of select routes.
• Approving the Ready for Reuse Loan Agreements between the City of Madison and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR), between the City of Madison and Conway at Huxley, LLC, and between the City of Madison and Roth Street I Limited Partnership, and Roth Street II Limited Partnership for the purpose of assisting in the remediation of contaminated soil at Huxley Yards (in and around 905 Huxley St, 1003 Huxley St, and 1846 Commercial Ave), and amending the 2025 Economic Development Division Operating Budget to accept and loan the funds. (District 12) DISCUSSION ITEMS
• Update on 2026 Operating Budget Outlook and Process (including 2024 year-end review and 2025 preliminary outlook)
• Update on Federal Executive Orders and Directives to Pause Federal Grants and Loans

5:30pm Plan Commission Virtual

• Permitting the early acquisition of land and utility interests as set forth on the Relocation Order and Transportation Project Plat No. 5992-10-19 4.02, as adopted by the Common Council by RES-25-00237, File ID 87610. (District 9)
• Approving the Amendment to the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District (TID) #42 (Wingra), City of Madison. (District 13)
• Approving the Amendment to the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District (TID) #45 (Capitol Square West), City of Madison. (District 4)
• Approving the Amendment to the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District (TID) #48 (Regent St), City of Madison. (District 4, District 8, District 13)
• Approving the Amendment to the Project Plan and Boundary for Tax Incremental District (TID) #53 (East Wilson St), City of Madison. (District 2, District 4, District 6)
• Approving the Project Plan and Boundary for Tax Incremental District (TID) #55 (Voit), City of Madison. (District 15)
• 4506-4514 Verona Road (District 10): Consideration of a conditional use in the Commercial Center (CC) District for dwelling units in a mixed-use building to allow construction of a five-story mixed-use building containing 324 square feet of commercial space and 93 apartments.
• 1402 Pankratz Street (District 12): Consideration of a conditional use in the Suburban Employment (SE) District for a private school.
• SUBSTITUTE: Creating Section 28.022-00718 of the Madison General Ordinances to change the zoning of property located at 1138 Williamson Street from TR-V2 (Traditional Residential-Varied 2) District to TSS (Traditional Shopping Street) District. (District 6)
• Creating Section 28.022-00712 of the Madison General Ordinances to change the zoning of property located at 1970-1978 University Bay Drive from CN (Conservancy) District to PR (Parks and Recreation) District. (District 5) AND 1970-1978 University Bay Drive (District 5): Consideration of a conditional use in the [Proposed] Parks and Recreation (PR) District for a community center; consideration of a conditional use in the PR District for a public safety and service facility; consideration of a conditional use in the PR District for a building exceeding 35 feet in height; and consideration of a conditional use pursuant to MGO Section 28.138 for construction within 300 feet of the Ordinary High Water Mark of Lake Mendota, all to allow construction of a 11,500 square-foot visitor center for the Lakeshore Nature Preserve on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. AND Vacating and discontinuing a portion of public street right-of-way of University Bay Drive; realigning and accepting a Permanent Limited Easement for public street purposes; and amending the City of Madison Official Map, all to allow for the future relocation of University Bay Drive and construction of the Lakeshore Nature Preserve Frautschi Center. Located in part of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 and part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 16, Township 7 North, Range 9 East, City of Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin. (District 5)
• Creating Sections 28.022-00716 and 28.022-00717 of the Madison General Ordinances to change the zoning of portions of property located at 6004 Commercial Avenue and 604-902 Reiner Road from A (Agricultural) District to TR-P (Traditional Residential-Planned) District and TR-U1 (Traditional Residential-Urban 1) District, respectively. (District 3) AND Approving the preliminary plat of the Reiland Grove on property addressed as 6004 Commercial Avenue and 604-902 Reiner Road (District 3).
• 501 E Washington Avenue (District 6): Consideration of a demolition permit to demolish an office building. AND 501 E Washington Avenue; Urban Design Dist. 4 (District 6): Consideration of a conditional use in the Urban Mixed-Use (UMX) District for a multi-family dwelling with more than eight (8) dwelling units; consideration of a conditional use in the UMX District for outdoor recreation; and consideration of a conditional use in the UMX District for a new building greater than 20,000 square feet and more than four stories, all to allow construction of a seven-story apartment building containing 223 units. AND Approving a Certified Survey Map of property owned by The WMC Foundation, Inc. located at 501 E Washington Avenue (District 6).

5:30pm Affirmative Action Commission – Appeals Subcommittee Virtual

• The AAC Appeals Subcommittee will hold hearings regarding the following contractors who have received Demand to Cure Default Notices for failing to submit an approved Affirmative Action Plan:
  • CONTINENTAL POLE AND LIGHTING
  • DECISIVE SOLUTIONS GROUP
  • JOSEPH LEE & ASSOCIATES
  • KNOWINK
  • PORTER CORP
  • TESCO
  • VYRON
• For each contractor or group of contractors hearing, the following will occur:
  • Testimony, introductions of exhibits, and examination of witnesses by Affirmative Action Division of Facts Supporting Findings of Non-Compliance with Section 39.02(9) Madison General Ordinances;
  • Testimony, introduction of exhibits, and examination of witnesses by Contractor or Legal Counsel;
  • Comments from the contracting department, if any;
  • Questions from the AAC Appeals Subcommittee of witnesses.
• CLOSED SESSION

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

7:45am Notice of Possible Quorum of the Common Council Edgewater Hotel

• Destination Madison Inc. What’s Up Downtown Breakfast
• Destination Madison, Inc. is hosting their monthly “What’s Up Downtown” Breakfast on Tuesday, June 24, from 7:45 AM to 9:00 AM at the Edgewater Hotel. They will be discussing the new downtown Madison strategic plan and economic investment strategy. Members of the Common Council have been invited and a possible quorum of the Common Council may exist at this event.

11:00am Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District Commission Virtual, Maintenance Facility Training Room

• Executive Coach Introduction
• Review Logistics for Executive Director Six-Month Review
• RFP Update

4:30pm Water Utility Board Water Utility Conference Room A & B

• Report on Operational Resiliency Projects
• Water Production Monthly Report
• Financial Conditions Monthly Report
• Capital Conditions Monthly Report
• Operations Monthly Report
• Public Information Monthly Report

5:00pm Madison Public Library Board Director Evaluation Policy Subcommittee Virtual

• Review results of Director Evaluation Survey
• Next steps
• PLEASE NOTE: A QUORUM OF THE MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD MAY BE PRESENT WHEN THIS SUBCOMMITTEE MEETS.

5:30pm Police and Fire Commission Virtual

• Public Input on the Police Chief Hiring Process
• Contemplated closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(c) to discuss and take action, if appropriate, regarding employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility; specifically:
  • conduct initial interviews of applicants for the position of Police Chief

6:00pm Notice of Possible Quorum of the Common Council The Hub

• Budget Engagement Session: Community & Economic Development
• The City of Madison is hosting a 2026 Budget Engagement Meeting with a focus on Community and Economic Development on Tuesday, June 24, at the Hub at 2352 Park St. from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The meeting will feature an update of the 2026 budget process with Finance Director Dave Schmiedicke and presentations from the Director of Planning, Community & Economic Development, the Community Development Authority, and the Community Development Division. The goal of this public meeting is to provide an opportunity for residents to speak directly with City staff about ideas, concerns, and priorities for Madison’s future. A possible quorum of the Common Council may exist at this event.

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

4:00pm Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center Board Meeting Room NR

• Room Tax Commission Meeting Update: Glenn Krieg, Commission Chair, Mike Verveer, Commission Member
• Booking Pace Update: Bill Zeinemann, Associate Director Marketing and Event Services
• Director’s Report: Connie Thompson, Director
  • Administration
  • Operations
  • Community Relations
  • Gift Shop
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Event Services
  • Business Office/Human Resources
  • Catering
• Announcement from the Chair:
  • A Finance Committee meeting will be held before the August 21 Board Meeting.
  • July Meeting Cancelled

4:30pm Urban Design Commission

• No agenda

5:00pm Vending Oversight Committee Virtual

• Discussion regarding the start date for Roadway Cafe licenses.
• Merchant Vending – Days of operation and policy review.
• Street Vending Staff Report

5:00pm Transportation Commission Virtual

• Review and Approve the TC Handbook and Special Rules
• Planning Division staff update – Southwest Area Plan
• Planning Division staff update – Southeast Area Plan
• Metro Transit Bus Stop Changes
• Update on Metro Transit Driver Assault Incidents
• Update on the City of Madison’s Ongoing Compliance with the Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) and ADA Transition Plan Revitalization

Thursday, June 26, 2025

8:00am Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District Commission Virtual, Maintenance Facility Training Room

• Review and Approval of Sanitary Sewer Extension Plans
  • Hill Valley Phase 1, City of Madison
  • Conservancy Bend Apartments Phase II, City of Middleton
  • Olive Tree Residences, City of Fitchburg
  • The Conway At Huxley Yards, City of Madison
  • 1008 W Johnson St, City of Madison
• Authorization of Increased Total Project Cost: Minor Capital Improvements 2025
• Acceptance of Work: 2021 Treatment Plant HVAC Improvement Project
• Auditor’s Presentation of 2024 Financial Statements and Audit Findings
• Project Update: Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Program
• Reports
  • Executive Director Update
  • Committee Reports
  • Operations Report
  • Regulatory and Legal Review
  • Future Meeting Schedule
• Closed Session
  •  The Commission May Convene into Closed Session – Circuit Court Case No. 2024-CV-3109, City of Verona v. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

3:30pm Notice of Possible Quorum of the Board of Park Commissioners and Parks Long Range Planning Subcommittee Madison Parks Division’s Lakeside Offices

• Members of the public are invited to attend a public open house pertaining to the 2025-2030 Park and Open Space Plan. Members of the public may come anytime between 3:30 PM and 6:30 PM. Attendees are invited to view the draft plan, explore the chapters and discuss the plan with staff and project partners. A possible quorum of the Board of Park Commissioners and Parks Long Range Planning Subcommittee may be present for a non-board related on-site public open house pertaining to the Park and Open Space Plan.

4:30pm Housing Policy Committee Madison Municipal Building

• Housing Policy Committee Role – Staff Presentation
• Amending various tables within Chapter 28 of the Madison General Ordinances to permit two-family twin and two-unit buildings in all districts where single-family dwellings are also allowed.
• Amending Sections 28.135 and16.23(6)(d) of the Madison General Ordinances related to Deep Residential Lots to facilitate easier development.
• Amending Sections in Chapter 28 of the Madison General Ordinances related to Downtown and Urban Districts to allow more permitted uses within the districts

5:00pm Disability Rights Commission

• No agenda

5:30pm Police and Fire Commission Virtual

• Public Input on the Police Chief Hiring Process
• Closed session
  • conduct initial interviews of applicants for the position of Police Chief

5:30pm Downtown Coordinating Committee Madison Municipal Building

• Report of Mall Concourse Maintenance and Special Events 2025
• Review of Downtown Coordinating Committee Ordinance
• Mifflin Plaza
  • Summary of June 23 public meeting with initial design concepts and public reaction
• State Street Pedestrian Mall Experiment