A round up of local government newsletters, notices and information you might want to know.
Madison Parks
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Free Legal Clinic NEXT WEEK (Appointments 8/21)
Neighborhood House Community Center is scheduling appointments for a free Legal Clinic NEXT WEEK. Appointments on Thursday August 21st from 4 – 6:30pm with Godfrey & Kahn attorneys can be made online here
Give us a call on (608) 255-5337 with questions.
Thank you for sharing!
Sarah Pfau
Neighborhood House Community Center
Program Assistant
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ENA Community Resource Fair
You are invited to attend the ENA Community Resource Fair!
https://www.theena.org/
Saturday August 23rd 11AM-2PM
@Elvehjem Elementary School
5106 Academy Dr, Madison, WI 53716
Our hope for the ENA resource fair every year is to offer a free
inclusive event to connect the community with the groups,
resources, and programs out there trying to help!
This event is volunteer run and going on our third year.
For planning we expect between 200-500 people to attend.
Direct canvassing, online and paper messaging, and email
newsletter are sent out to try and bring out as many people who could benefit!
I hope this invite makes it to you in time for you to have a chance to stop by!
-CJ Rouse
Elvehjem Neighborhood Association
Project Updates
North Franklin Avenue and Stevens Street Resurfacing
Location: 422 N Franklin Ave.
Estimated Schedule: August 1, 2024 – September 12, 2025
August 11, 2025 Update
The Contractor has completed the sanitary sewer main and laterals installations, and watermain installation. The Contractor will continue working on the storm sewer improvements and water service connections.
The City Inspector, James Gottschalk, jgottschalk@cityofmadison.com, 608-261-9115 will be the best on-site contact throughout construction work.
Please review the Construction Facts & Details Document
Capital City Trail Storm Sewer Replacement
Location: 224 S Paterson St
Estimated Schedule: September 8, 2025 – November 15, 2025
August 11, 2025 Update
Speedway Sand & Gravel, Inc. will be the Public Works contractor for the project.
The project start date is September 8st. Public notification and traffic detour press releases will be issued prior to the start of work. Traffic control signage will be installed prior to and during construction.
Forestry has identified trees for removal and pruning needs for contractor access. Forestry will be working in the area before the start of the Public Works project. Forestry will continue coordination with the Contractor for the duration of the project.
Utility companies will be working in the area to relocate private utilities in advance of the Public Works project.
Traffic Engineering has confirmed in coordination with the Contractor that the bike path will be closed for the duration of the project. Traffic detour signage will be posted. The detour route will direct path users to use E Main St between S Blount St and S Brearly St. Parking will be removed from one side of E Main St.
Additional project information is available at: https://www.cityofmadison.com/
9401 Watts Road Stormwater Pond & Greenway
Location: 9401 Watts Road
Estimated Schedule: August 11, 2025 – November 1, 2027
August 11, 2025 Update
This page has been created.
Ecological restoration work is scheduled to being the week of 8/11/2025.
Nakoma Road Sidewalk 2025
Location: 3869 Nakoma Rd
Estimated Schedule: June 16, 2025 – September 30, 2025
August 12, 2025 Update
Starting Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025, Nakoma Road will fully close to traffic from Tumalo Trail to Manitou Way. Cherokee Drive will fully close at the Nakoma Road intersection. Buses and local traffic will be rerouted on Manitou Way for both directions of travel. The general traffic detour remains the same.
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Celebrate Wilson Street!
After nearly a decade of planning, design, and construction, the Wilson Street project is complete! This multimodal corridor includes a separated bike lane that connects downtown Madison to key bike facilities including the Southwest Path and the Capital City Path. Come celebrate this redesigned street!
- What: Wilson Street Ribbon Cutting
- When: Wednesday, August 20 at 9:00am
- Where: The intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd and Wilson Street, in the plaza space leading to the Monona Terrace
Learn more about the project on the project page.
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Upcoming Demolitions
979 Jonathan Dr.
This is a notice that Logan Szopinski will be filing a demolition permit application. The application will be submitted around November 1, 2025 or later. The applicant seeks to demolish a Commerical. The address is 979 Jonathon Dr Madison, WI 53713.
The City’s Landmarks Commission provides an advisory review of all demolition applications. The Landmarks Commission will determine if the building has historic value. If it has historic value, then the Plan Commission will review the application. The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing when they review the application. If it has no known historic value, the Director of Building Inspection may approve the application.
For more information about this application, please contact the applicant, Logan Szopinski, Daniels Construction, 919 APPLEGATE RD MADISON, WI 53713 at logan.szopinski@danielsco.com or (608)720-0756.
Applicant’s Comments:
979 Jonathon Dr. was purchased by Joe Daniels Sr. in the 1970’s. The earliest archives we had was the 1964 addition that was put on the building for the tenant that was in the building Covance. After Covance moved out the Department of Hygiene, OSHA testing lab and the WI DNR all were in that building for a period of time. It has sat vacant for the last 10 years give or take.
If you have any questions about the City’s application review process, please contact the City of Madison Planning Division at (608) 266-4635.
Dane County Board of Supervisors Recognizes August as Transgender History Month – 2025 Recognition is an Opportunity to Reflect on Challenges and Triumphs
DANE COUNTY, Wis. — On Thursday, August 14, 2025, the Dane County Board of Supervisors officially recognized August 2025 as Transgender History Month throughout Dane County, honoring the rich history and contributions of transgender pioneers and trailblazers, and promoting greater awareness and understanding of challenges and triumphs faced by transgender people. The board passed 2025 RES-113 to mark this observance and affirm its ongoing commitment to fostering a more inclusive and accepting community.
“It’s an especially poignant time to honor the legacy and resilience of our transgender community by observing Transgender History Month, given recent anti-transgender rhetoric and legislation around the country,” said County Board Chair Patrick Miles. “This resolution reflects Dane County’s appreciation of the transgender community’s history as an integral part of our collective story to be celebrated.”
“I am proud and humbled to introduce this resolution once again this year. I’m also proud to stand alongside so many allies on the Dane County Board who recognize, support, and celebrate the contributions of our transgender community. Together, I know we will continue to fight for their right to live, love, and thrive authentically, without fear and without compromise,” said Supervisor Marren (Dist. 37). “But resolutions alone are not enough. We must speak out, show up, and push back against the growing wave of anti-trans legislation and rhetoric in our country. I urge everyone, elected officials, neighbors, advocates, and allies, to remain vigilant, to listen, and to lead with compassion. Let’s keep doing the work to build a community where every person is safe, seen, and free to be exactly who they are.”
The board also acknowledged and commended the work of GSAFE and other organizations across the state dedicated to building safe, inclusive schools for LGBTQ+ youth in Wisconsin, especially in support of transgender and nonbinary students. According to The Trevor Project’s 2024 U.S. National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Young People, 47 percent of transgender and nonbinary young people seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year, and 49 percent of LGBTQ+ young people ages 13-17 experienced bullying in the past year.
March Marren, a member of the Dane County transgender community and child of Supervisor Marren, spoke in support of the resolution. “I am truly honored to have the opportunity to speak on behalf of my community as we recognize and celebrate Transgender History Month. Now, more than ever, it is essential to honor our history and recognize that being transgender is not a new phenomenon, even here in Wisconsin,” said Marren. “In a time when rights are under threat and the future feels uncertain, it is important to remember the courage of those who came before us. Like them, we must stand strong and united in the face of adversity, advocate for our own rights and those of others, and support our community. This resolution is not only a celebration of transgender history, but a reminder that we are not going anywhere.”
The Dane County Board of Supervisors remains a proud national leader in welcoming and supporting transgender and nonbinary community members. The board reaffirms its commitment to advancing inclusive education, protecting access to affirming care, and uplifting the voices of transgender individuals.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. The Trevor Project offers free, confidential support 24/7, 365 days a year to LGBTQ+ young people. Connect with a trained crisis counselor by text, chat, or phone at www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help.
Wisconsin Commercial Building Code Update
The State of Wisconsin has recently announced an update to the commercial building code from the 2015 IBC to the 2021 IBC with Wisconsin specific amendments. This update will take effect on September 1, 2025, with a grace period for submissions through the month of September 2025.
As a delegated municipality, the City of Madison is required to enforce the standards and timelines set by the State of Wisconsin. This code update affects commercial building permit applications and does not apply to 1 or 2 dwelling unit buildings. All submissions received prior to October 1, 2025, may be submitted under the current 2015 IBC standards. Projects submitted under the 2015 IBC standards will have this code enforced through completion of the project regardless of the actual permit issuance date, this includes mechanical permits.
Wisconsin DSPS is also offering two training opportunities for building industry professionals ahead of changes to the state’s Commercial Building Code (CBC), which establishes standards for commercial buildings in the state, including multi-family residential buildings. The training webinars will be:
- 9:00 a.m. on August 14 – Teams meeting link
- 9:00 a.m. on August 28 – Teams meeting link
Each webinar will be led by DSPS staff and is expected to last approximately 5-6 hours. It will also be recorded and available for viewing afterward on the DSPS YouTube page.
If you have additional question regarding the City of Madison’s enforcement of the new State codes, please contact our office at binspect@cityofmadison.com
Water Main Flushing plans beginning Monday August 18th (all flushing is daytime unless otherwise noted)
MAP: https://www.cityofmadison.com/
West (Area27) – South of Monroe St. and west of Randall Ave.
West (Area12) – South of the Beltline near Seminole Hwy; THEN South of Odana Rd. and west of Midvale Blvd.
West (Area28) – South of Old Sauk Rd. west of Bear Claw Way
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Questions: Shayne Santi, 261-9128
Flushing Information Line: 261-9178
DETAILS:
Area 27 (West): 4-6 runs per day
Run ID Run Description
27068.2 Vilas Ave ( Garfield St-Edgewood Ave)
27069 Van Buren St-Monroe St
27070 Lincoln St (Vilas Av – Monroe St)
27071 Jefferson St-Edgewood Ave (Grant St-Vilas Ave)
27072 Edgewood Ave ( Jefferson-Monroe)
27072.2 Edgewood Av (Monroe St – Fox Av)
27073 Madison St (Grant St – Edgewood Av)
27074 Stockton Ct – Roberts Ct – S Spooner St
27074.2 Spooner, Roberts Ct, Stockton Ct
27075 Keyes Ave – Harrison St
27077 West Lawn (S.Spooner St-Edgewood Ave)
27078 Keyes Av (S Spooner – Edgewood Av)
27079 Fox Av – Commonwealth Av
27082.1 Leonard St-Fox Av
27082.2 Fox Ave-Sheldon St-Sprague St
27083 Commonwealth Av (Monroe St – Hillington Green)
27083.2 Keyes Av-(Commonwealth Av-Leonard Av)
27084 West Lawn Av (Monroe St-Edgewood Av)
27085 Edgewood College (West)-Woodrow St
27086 Terry Pl
27087 Woodrow St
27087.1 Arbor Dr
27088 Sprague St – Gregory St
27089 Knickerbocker St – Gregory St
27090 Crandall St – Gregory St
27091 Pickford St – Gregory St
27092 Baltzell St – Gregory St
27093 Chapman St – Gregory St
27094 Gilmore St – Gregory St
27095.1 Cross St – Champan (from Gilmore)
27095.2 Cross – Chapman (from Baltzell)
27096 Gregory St (Commonwealth Av – Chapman St)
Area 12 (West): 4-6 runs per day
Run ID Run Description
10005 Nakoma Rd from Mohawk Dr to Whenona Dr
10006 Manitou Way and Waban Hill to Nakoma Rd
10006.2 Manitou-Waban backyard 4″ main
10007 Mohawk Dr, Manitou Way, Wanda Pl, Whenona Dr
10007.2 Manitou Way and Wanetah Trl
10008 Mohawk (Danbury to Seminole), Seminole, & Warwick Way
10027 Seminole Hwy from Sheffield to the South End of Seminole
10028 Milford (Seminole to Danbury), Danbury (Milford to Lilac), Lilac Ln
10029 Windflower Way
10030 Daisy Dr
10031 Clover Ct
10055 W Beltline Hwy (Midvale Blvd to Hammersley Rd) and Hammersley to Pontiac Trl
10056 Hammersley (Jewel to Heritage) AND Heritage to end
10057 Jewel Ct to end
10058 Hammersley (Heritage to Pontiac), Pontiac (Hamm to Windigo), AND Starlight to end
10059 Onaway Pass, Cheiftain Lookout, Windigo Trl
10060 Pontiac (Starlight to Boston) AND Boston to end
10061 Pontiac (Boston to Nokomis) AND Nokomis to end
10062 Rosewood Circle
10063 Midvale (Hammersley to Boulder), Boulder (Midvale to Mohican), AND Mohican (Boulder to Cherokee)
10064 Midvale 6″ (Hammersley Rd to Boulder Ter)
10066 Cherokee Dr – South Fork (Midvale to Mohican) AND Mohican (Cherokee to Pontiac)
10067 Cherokee Dr – N Fork (Midvale to Mohican) AND Mohican (Cherokee to Pontiac)
10068 Pontiac (Nokomis to Mohican) AND Mohican/Yuma (Pontiac to Midvale)
10070 Waite Ln, Cabot Ln, Vale Cir
10071 Cabot Ln and Rolla Ln
10072 Sommerset Ln, Cabot Ln, Rolla Ln
10073 Waite Circle
10074 Sommerset Ln from Midvale to Anthony Ln
10075 Rolla Ln from Midvale to Anthony Ln and up to Odana
Area 28 (West): 4-6 runs per day
Run ID Run Description
28051.3 Cobalt St (West of Little Bear Dr)
28052 Stoneywood Blvd
28053 Spirit St
28054 Burnt Sienna Dr – Cape Silver to Elderberry Rd
28055 Straw Harvest Ln – Elderberry Rd to Autumn Breeze Rd
28056 Autumn Breeze Rd
28057 Bronze Leaf Ln
28059 Shining Willow St
28060 Dragon Willow Ln and White Fox Ln to the east
28061 Shining Willow Ct
28062 Big Stone Trl – Old Sauk Rd to Autumn Breeze Rd
28063 Peach Leaf Ln
28064 Cape Silver Way
28065 White Fox Ln from Burnt Sienna to Pioneer Rd
28066 N Sugar Maple Ln south of White Fox Ln
28067 Schewe Rd north of White Fox
28068 Jagged Pine Dr
28069 Ivory Dove Trl
28070 Silent Wind Rd
28071 Sister Oak Dr
28072 Tawny Elm Pkwy
28073 Hollow Aspen Ln
28074 Lush Woods Trl
28075 Tawny Elm Pkwa north of White Fox Ln
28076 Rustic Rise Way north of White Fox
28077 Rustic Rise Way south of White Fox
28078 Windy Willow Rd north of White Fox Ln
28079 Windy Willow Rd south of White Fox Ln
28080 Clear Pond Way north of White Fox Ln
28081 Clear Pond Way south of White Fox Ln
26118 South Point Rd
26119 Briar Haven Dr from South Point Rd
26119.2 Silicon Prairie Pkwy east of South Point Rd
26120 Pine Lawn Pky-Silicon Prairie to Harvest Moon
26121 Cross Oak Dr and Fortunate Pl
26122.1 Golden Hue Blvd (north)
26122.2 Golden Hue Blvd (south)
26122.3 Vista Meadow Dr
26123 Silicon Prairie Pky-Yard Dr from South Point Rd
26124 Yard Dr from Silicon Prairie Pky
26125 Veritas Dr- North of Brader Way from Silicon Prairie Pky
26126 Bear Claw Way – Elderberry Rd to Mineral Point Rd
26126.1 Wilrich St east of Bear Claw Way
26126.2 Wilrich St west of Bear Claw Way
26126.3 Paragon St
26126.4
26126.5 Chaska Dr
26126.6 Lakota Way
26127 Brader Way from Bear Claw Way