Random things you might be interested in, mostly related to local government and the City of Madison. Many additional government meetings.
Capitol Neighborhoods Annual Meeting Tonight
Red Caboose and Movie’ Out Neighborhood Meeting Tonight
From Alder Rummel
Wednesday June 12
Red Caboose/Movin’ Out neighborhood meeting
7p Waubesa Room Goodman Community Center 149 Waubesa
Please join me and Alder Syed Abbas for a neighborhood meeting where the Movin’ Out and Red Caboose development team will present a revised project design for 2340 S. Winnebago Street. While the project is early in the design stage, they would like feedback from neighborhood residents on the project’s direction.
N Sherman Ave Street Closure
from Alder Abbas
street closure—n. sherman avenue
On Thursday, June 13, the Village of Maple Bluff will close North Sherman Avenue between Commercial Avenue and Roxbury Road from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The street will reopen from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The street will close again overnight from 7:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. on Friday.
These two closures are associated with underground utility connections for the Village of Maple Bluff development located at the corner of Roxbury Road and North Sherman Avenue.
See the Village of Maple Bluff website for more details: https://villageofmaplebluff.com/n-sherman-ave-closed/
Metro Transit will have detours: https://www.cityofmadison.com/metro/detours/routes-2-28
Street closure update https://www.cityofmadison.com/news/street-closure-n-sherman-avenue
Direct any questions to the contact person listed below.
Tom Mohr, P.E.
Traffic Engineering
City of Madison
(608) 267-8725
Street Closures – E Wilson Street & Blair St (Railroad Track Replacement)
Wisconsin & Southern Railroad will replace the railroad track crossing at the East Wilson Street and South Blair Street intersection starting on Thursday, June 20, 2019. Due to the nature of replacing the rails, this will require multi-day street closures, including during peak traffic times. The replacement will occur under the following street closure schedule:
- 6:00 a.m., Thursday, June 20—East Wilson Street fully closed to all traffic between South Franklin Street and South Blair Street. This section will remain closed until approximately 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 23.
- 5:00 a.m., Saturday, June 22—South Blair Street fully closed between Railroad Street and Williamson Street. This section will also remain closed until approximately 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 23.
Please see attached maps of the two closures.
Metro Transit will have detours:
https://www.cityofmadison.com/metro/detours/routes-3-4-7-38
Drivers should plan to avoid the area, if possible, during these times.
Point Place Open House
Open House for Point Place
Wednesday, June 19, 2019 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Lussier Community Education Center – Gym – 55 S. Gammon Road
CommonBond Communities is developing Point Place, a new senior housing community located at 7945 Tree Lane. The residential housing community will include 54 total units for seniors ages 55+. Units will be available to residents at a range of income levels. The development includes the demolition of an existing vacant office building and new construction of a four-story residential housing. It will also include underground and surface parking stalls, indoor bicycle and mobility assistance vehicle parking, and storage. The building will be equipped with property management and supportive services offices, community spaces for resident gathering, and exterior green space. CommonBond Communities will be developer, long-term property owner, and supportive services provider.
I look forward to seeing you on the 19th.
Ald. Paul Skidmore, District 9
(608) 829-3425 | district9@cityofmadison.com
Demolition
Please be advised that rick north will be filing a demolition permit application on June 12, 2019 for Plan Commission review that calls for a single family located at 4800 buckeye rd Madison, WI 53716 to be demolished. For more information regarding this forthcoming application, you may contact the applicant, rick north, residential design bld llc, 702 n high point road madison, WI 53717 at rnorth@starkhomes.comor (608)220-9548.
If you have any questions about the Plan Commission demolition permit approval process, please contact the City of Madison Planning Division at (608) 266-4635.
Free Native Plants for Schools and Community Groups
The Dane County Land & Water Resources Department is currently accepting grant applications for our Free Native Plants for Schools and Community Projects program. Since the program began a few years ago, more than 4,700 plants have been distributed to 15 schools and 16 community groups, including neighborhood associations and community centers. Applications are due by July 22. Learn more or apply at: https://lwrd.countyofdane.com/Native-Plants-for-Schools-and-Community-Projects
Oscar Mayer Walk and Talk
Oscar Mayer
The City of Madison is kicking off the Oscar Mayer Special Area Plan process with a walk and talk event at Oscar Mayer. Participants will learn about the process, gain a better understanding of the planning area and have an opportunity for discussion with City staff and consultants.
Details:
When: June 19, 2019 (rain or shine), 5:30pm-7:00pm, depart at 5:45pm from meeting location
Meeting Location: Oscar Mayer Parking Lot, on the corner of Packers & Commercial Avenues.
Length: 1.7 miles (round trip) – please note, portions of the route are not on paved surfaces. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Kwik Trip at Cottage Grove and Sprecher Roads
A reminder for tomorrow’s community meeting about the Kwik Trip store that has been proposed for the northeast corner of Cottage Grove and Sprecher Roads. Please see the details below and contact me if you have any questions about the meeting.
Thank you and see you there,
Lindsay
Neighborhood Meeting: Kwik Trip Updates
Thursday, June 13, 6:30 pm
Door Creek Church, Room 113
6602 Dominion Dr, Madison, WI 53718
In response to city input, the layout concept has been changed since the design that was shared at the March 2019 Kwik Trip community meeting. We will review the new layout concept at the June 13 meeting – the new proposed layout moves the car wash to be attached to the building, rather than on the opposite side of the lot.
City Planning and Traffic Engineering staff will also be on hand to discuss the proposal and answer your questions.
This meeting is your opportunity to see the updated design and give your feedback.
The Project to master plan Vilas (Henry) Park is Starting
The first of a series of neighborhood meetings on the Vilas Park master plan will take place at 6 pm on Wednesday, June 26 at the Vilas Park shelter. Community engagement is a critical part of the process. If you live nearby or are a frequent visitor to the park, please consider attending.
A robust community input process will make for a better Vilas Park; I encourage you to take full advantage of this opportunity!
For more information, please click here.
Public Involvement meeting set for major University Ave Project
Public meeting set for June 13
The City of Madison Engineering Division and Village of Shorewood Hills would like to invite the public to attend a public involvement meeting about the upcoming reconstruction project on University Avenue in Madison, Wis.
The meeting is an open house format, which includes a formal presentation and panel question and answer session for the community to give input about the project.
The meeting is 6-8 p.m., June 13, at the UW Credit Union Corporate Office located at 3500 University Ave., Madison, Wis.
The project focuses on the reconstruction of University Avenue between Shorewood Boulevard and University Bay Drive. The project was necessary because the area of University included in the project needed pavement improvements, bike and pedestrian accommodations, and safer pedestrian and bike crossings on University Bay Drive. The project will also include the replacement of sanitary sewer and water main. It will also include an upgrade to the stormwater sewer system. The project may also include improvements to the stormwater management infrastructure to help with flooding in the project area.
The proposed reconstruction includes:
- New roadway pavement, curb, gutter and driveway aprons
- Improved roadway geometry to help improve congestion in intersections
- New curb ramps
- Widened terraces
- New sidewalks
- New crosswalk markings
- New traffic signals
- Safer turn lane designs
Construction is expected to begin in Spring 2021.
This project involves the City of Madison, Village of Shorewood Hills, Wisconsin Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Funding for the project will be shared between FHWA, the City of Madison and the Village of Shorewood Hills.
To follow project updates through the process, click over to the University Ave. project page on the City’s website.
Stay connected with the Engineering Division on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CityofMadisonEngineering
Metro Upcoming Detours
Current Detours
Routes 1, 11 & 19 NEW MLK Jr. Blvd. closed for Wednesday Farmers’ Market.
Routes 70, 71 & 78 Terrace Ave. closed between Parmenter and Middleton streets.
Routes 4 & 10 Winnebago St. is closed between First and Sixth St.
Route 71 Buses do not serve University Ave. between Park and Parmenter streets.
Stop Closures for E. Johnson St. Construction Various stops are closed or relocated due to the E. Johnson St. construction.
Route 56 Reetz Rd. closed
Route 80 Dayton St. closed between Charter and Lake St.
Stop #1480 Closed Stop #1480 on Williamson at Blount St. is closed.
Routes 27 & 44 Northbound Mills St. is closed.
Stop #0234 Closed Stop #0234 on University Ave. at Mills St. is closed.
Upcoming Detours
Routes 8 & 14 Buses detour from portion of Regent St., Blackhawk Ave., Bluff St. and Franklin Ave. In effect: Thursday, Jun. 13, 2019 start of service
Routes 2 & 28 Sherman Ave. closed between Lakewood Blvd. and Oxford Pl. In effect: Thursday, Jun. 13, 2019
Routes 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8 Buses do not serve the Capitol Square In effect: Saturday, Jun. 15, 2019 start of service – 3:10 pm
Route 13 Juneteenth event closing stops on Fisher, Koster & N. Rusk Rd. In effect: Saturday, Jun. 15, 2019 start of service – 8:00 pm
Routes 16, 38 & 39 Buckeye Rd. closed between Monona Dr. and Stoughton Rd. In effect: Monday, Jun. 17, 2019 start of service
Routes 4, 27 & 44 Extension of current Mills St. construction In effect: Monday, Jun. 17, 2019 start of service
Routes 1, 11 & 19 MLK Jr. Blvd closed for special event In effect: Tuesday, Jun. 18, 2019 start of service – 2:00 pm
Routes 3, 4, 7 & 38 Intersection of Wilson and Blair St. closed. In effect: Thursday, Jun. 20, 2019 – Sunday, Jun. 23, 2019
Routes 3, 4 & 38 Live on King Street concert closes 100 block of King St. In effect: Friday, Jun. 14, 2019
Soccer for Social Justice
GOOOOOOOOOOOOALL: to join your Social Justice Center comrades this Saturday, June 15th at the Forward Madison FC soccer game at Breese Stevens Field on Saturday
Upcoming Gardening Events
Plant Sale at ReStore East
4207 Monona Drive from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15.
Perennials, trees, shrubs, plus they will have annual flowers and veggies for only $1!
Native Plant Sale
245 Drumlin Circle, Oregon, WI
Friday June 14th from 5 pm – 7 pm and Saturday June 15th from 8 am – 12 pm
All plants are $1 each!
There will be 100 species of native plants for sale. Most are first year seedlings potted in 2.5 inch pots (I have 2nd and 3rd year plants of a few species). While I have a lot of variety, I won’t have a huge quantity of each, so come early for the greatest selection. No pre-sales; cash only. See the Facebook Event for the list of species:
https://www.facebook.com/events/385499192060712/
June 17th – 23rd Pollinator Week at Olbrich Botanical Gardens
Pollinator Week is an international celebration of the valuable ecosystem services provided by bees, birds, butterflies, bats, and beetles. It also brings attention to the urgent issue of declining pollinator populations. Celebrate pollinators at Olbrich Botanical Gardens by attending classes and spread the word about what can be done to protect them.
To learn more about the classes, please visit: http://olbrich.org/education/classes.cfm#PollinatorWeek
To register for these classes, visit: http://olbrich.org/education/register.cfm
Parks News – Pool Opening, Beaches Guarded, Public Input Meetings and More
CONSERVATION PARK TOUR – Tonight, rain or shine
Join staff at Prairie Ridge Conservation Park for a guided, educational walking tour beginning at 6:30pm on Wednesday, June 12. LEARN MORE
OPENING DAY AT GOODMAN POOL- Thursday
Thanks to Goodman’s Jewelers, admission to the Goodman Pool is free the first 500 kids beginning at noon on Thursday, June 13. LEARN MORE
LIFEGUARDS ON DUTY – beginning Thursday and Friday
Lifeguard season officially begins Thursday, June 13 and Friday, June 14 at 8 Madison Park beaches throughout the city. LEARN MORE
WARNER FAMILY FUN NIGHT – Friday
School’s out and Family Fun Night is continuing through the summer. Join us at Warner Park Community Recreation Center. LEARN MORE
FREE DOG PARK DAY – Saturday
All day, dog day! Licensed dogs are allowed at all Madison and Dane County off-leash dog exersise parks without a permit on Saturday, June 15. LEARN MORE
FREE GOLF INSTRUCTION SATURDAY
Pop over to Monona Golf Course for a free, one-hour lesson beginning at noon on Saturday, June 15. LEARN MORE
BIRD & NATURE OUTINGS – Saturday & Sunday
This weekend get outdoors in nature! Saturday, June 15 bring your bike to the Goodman Community Center for a pedal-powered nature tour with Jeff Steele. On Sunday, June 16 walk with us through Warner Park. LEARN MORE
*NEW* LEARN TO PLAY CRICKET presented by Madison Parks Foundation
We’ve partnered with Madison Cricket Association to bring you this free class on Wednesday, June 26. All ages welcome, and all equipment provided. LEARN MORE
PUBLIC INPUT MEETINGS – LEARN MORE
• Reynolds Park – Thursday, June 13
• Orchard Ridge Park – Thursday, June 13
• Elvehjem Park – Wednesday, June 19
• Vilas Park – Wednesday, June 26
OUT & ABOUT SUMMER EDITION
Madison Parks newsletter: Out & About summer edition with bonus park map is ready to explore! READ ALL ABOUT IT
Local Music Poster Art Awards
|
|
Other City News
Water conservation program hits 1 billion gallons saved
Goodman Pool opening for the season Thursday, June 13
Beach Status
Orton Park Festival 2019 Line Up
Street Closure – Northbound N Mills St
Street Closure – Buckeye Rd
CTH M Updates
Buckeye Rd Updates
Street Closures – Juneteenth Event & Parade
Williamson and E Wilson St Road Construction Updates
City of Madison Awarded EPA Grant to Investigate Contaminated Properties
Seeking Community-Based Artist Residency in Thurber Park
Lost Lou and Peter Barryman tune about conservation gets new life
