It’s feeling a little daunting this week with the federal government doing its thing – and impacting us locally in ways we don’t yet know!
PRESERVE FAIR HOUSING FUNDING!
CALL TO ACTION – preserve fair housing funding!
Please see the below information from the Fair Housing Council.
Dear friends,
Our civil rights are under attack. This is not a drill. The time to act is NOW.
This month, President Trump released his proposed budget for fiscal year 2026.
It eliminates fair housing funding for nonprofit organizations like the Metropolita
It’s feeling a little daunting this week with the federal government doing its thing – and impacting us locally in ways we don’t yet know!
PRESERVE FAIR HOUSING FUNDING!
CALL TO ACTION – preserve fair housing funding!
Please s
n Milwaukee Fair Housing Council by terminating the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Fair Housing Initiatives Program (FHIP).
This is not a small matter: across the nation, FHIP-funded nonprofit organizations conduct intake of over 75% of housing discrimination complaints filed every year. Without FHIP funds, robust fair housing enforcement in Wisconsin and throughout the U.S. will be nearly nonexistent.
We cannot permit the federal government to shirk its responsibility to enforce our civil rights laws, especially at a time when housing discrimination complaints are rising and Wisconsin is still afflicted by profound injustices in housing.
Without federal funding to serve fair housing needs throughout Wisconsin, we will have to drastically reduce or stop:
- intake of housing discrimination complaints
- investigations of illegal discrimination, including testing
- fair housing education and outreach activities
Call your representatives in Congress today. Wisconsin residents deserve better.
Tell your Senators and Representatives that you demand the fiscal year 2026 budget include $125 million for the HUD Fair Housing Initiatives Program. Your elected officials need to hear that government agencies cannot fight illegal housing discrimination alone; they need the partnership and expertise of private fair housing organizations like the Fair Housing Council.
Remind them that fair housing rights are not optional, nor are they a matter of opinion.
Fair housing rights are enshrined in law, but without meaningful enforcement, discrimination will go unchecked.
Say NO to turning the clock back to the era before civil rights legislation.
With thanks for your commitment to justice,
Erika L. Sanders
President and CEO
PLANNED PARENTHOOD IS UNDER ATTACK!
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When politicians target one type of care, they’re putting other care at risk for millions.
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In Wisconsin, this means birth control, cancer screenings, and wellness visits.
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This defunding is exclusively targeting critical prevention services. Medicaid cannot be used for abortion care except in very limited circumstances.i
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This isn’t just about abortion — it’s about whether people can count on the care they need, when they need it. Politicians are using abortion as an excuse to try to shut down Planned Parenthood health centers and we know that would take away affordable health care options for everyone.
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We can all agree that every person deserves the freedom to make our own health care decisions, including what care we need, and where we access that health care.
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We know these politicians won’t stop with cutting Medicaid and defunding Planned Parenthood- if they succeed in cutting Medicaid and imposing their personal beliefs on all Americans, a national abortion ban is next.
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Planned Parenthood health centers provide a range of care, like birth control, check-ups, and cancer screenings. In Wisconsin, over 50,000 patients would not have access to that care without Planned Parenthood.
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For many people, PPWI serves as an entry point into the health care system. We provide our patients with exceptional, compassionate care, and we often serve as a connector to other health care or community resources to address needs.
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Communities and partners rely on PPWI’s care, education and advocacy to make sure that people have access to the critical healthcare they need to live their authentic lives.
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PPWI serves a lot of young adults as they graduate high school, continue their education, get new jobs or have their first adult relationships. The freedom to make their own health care decisions and access reproductive health care means the freedom to set the trajectory for the rest of their lives and positively impact their communities and hometowns.
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Share your story and spread the word. Many people haven’t even heard that the bill will “defund” Planned Parenthood. This will hurt real people, and your network needs to hear from the people they know and trust.
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Call your member of Congress and tell them that you are a Planned Parenthood supporter and why Planned Parenthood’s services matter to you.
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Senator Ron Johnson can be reached at (202) 224-5323.
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Senator Tammy Baldwin can be reached at (202) 224-5653.
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CITY COUNTY HOMELESS ISSUES COMMITTEE LISTENING SESSION
The City County Homeless Issues Committee (CCHIC) cordially invites you to join us for an important listening session. This listening session is an opportunity for community members to contribute their insights on housing and homelessness in Dane County, with a specific focus on shaping the committee’s 2026 budget recommendations. Registration is required to speak.
Date: June 9th, 2024
Time: 5:30pm
Location: Zoom
Link to register: https://www.cityofmadison.com/
Please see the attached listening session flyer for additional details and share widely. If you have any questions or written comments, please reach out to cchic@cityofmadison.com.
We look forward to your valuable contributions at this listening session.
City and County Staff for the Committee,
Kristina Dux, Dane County – Housing Access and Affordability
Johneisha Prescott, Dane County – Housing Access and Affordability
Sarah Lim, City of Madison – Community Development Division
ADDITIONAL MEETINGS
| Meeting | Madison Central Business Improvement District (BID) Events & Marketing Committee |
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| Date | Wednesday, June 4, 2025 – 1:00pm |
| Location | Virtual, 122 W. Washington Ave., Room 1st Floor Conference Room Madison, WI 53703 |
PROJECT UPDATES
Nakoma Road Sidewalk 2025
Location: 3869 Nakoma Rd
Estimated Schedule: June 16, 2025 – August 29, 2025
May 30, 2025 Update
The tentative start date for work on the Nakoma Sidewalk is Monday June 16, 2025. The contractor will start with storm sewer work and move into excavation and base the following week. After that, the contractor will complete concrete work and paving. If all goes according to plan, the sidewalk will be completed by the end of July.
The box culvert project at the corner of Cherokee and Nakoma will tentatively begin construction Wednesday June 25, 2025. The contractor will begin with sanitary sewer and utility relocations, and then move into box culvert installation. Delays are anticipated on this part of the project due to long lead times for delivery of the box culvert. Keep an eye on this website for traffic control updates.
Shawnee Pass
Location: 3869 Nakoma Rd
Estimated Schedule: June 16, 2025 – August 29, 2025
May 30, 2025 Update
The tentative start date for the Shawnee Pass reconstruction is Monday June 23, 2025. The contractor will start with installation of storm sewer and base course preparation the first week, and then move into concrete work and paving for the next two weeks. If all goes as planned, work is expected to wrap up by Friday July 11, 2025. Please note that the contractor is not required to maintain vehicle driveway access during this project due to the unique circumstances, so residents should plan on parking on Nakoma Road or Cherokee Drive for the duration of the project.
Olbrich Gardens Royal Thai Pavilion Roof Replacement
Location: 3330 Atwood Ave
Estimated Schedule: May 4, 2023 – September 30, 2024
May 30, 2025 Update
In the News
May 22, 2025 City of Madison News Release
Royal Thai Pavilion Earns 2025 Historic Preservation Award
May 22, 2025 Channel3000.com
Madison Trust for Historic Preservation honors Royal Thai Pavilion revival project
May 22, 2025 WKOW 27
Royal Thai Pavilion at Olbrich Gardens wins 2025 Historic Preservation Award
May 26, 2025 WMTV 15
Royal Thai Pavilion receives award after restoration project
Rutledge Street Reconstruction
Location: 1833 Rutledge St
Estimated Schedule: April 1, 2025 – July 29, 2025
June 2, 2025 Update
The Contractor has completed all utility replacement on the first block of Rutledge St from Riverside Dr to Clemons Ave. Work with the replacing the water main will continue up to Russell St and then going back to work on water services. Then the Contractor will continue with replacement of the sanitary sewer main.
The City Inspector, Pual Lauby, plauby@cityofmadison.com, 608-261-9678 and Troy Vant, tvant@cityofmadison.com, 608-266-4914. They will be the best on-site contact throughout construction work.
Buffalo Trail, Barron Court, Green Lake Pass
Location: 5117 Buffalo Trail
Estimated Schedule: August 11, 2025 – November 25, 2025
May 28, 2025 Update
Common Council approved the plans, specifications, and schedule of assessments for Buffalo Trail, Barron Court, and Green Lake Pass on 5/6/2025. The project team continues to work through design. Construction will be in spring of 2026 to accommodate a gas main replacement by Madison Gas & Electric in early 2026.
Doncaster Beverly Danbury Reconstruction
Location: 4240 Beverly Road
Estimated Schedule: August 5, 2024 – May 30, 2025
May 27, 2025 Update
The Streets Division has moved the modified yard waste pickup date to Monday, June 2 to compensate for the delayed paving.
SOUTHWEST AREA PLAN
Southwest Area Plan – Upcoming Events/Meetings; Survey Deadline Extended
Thank you to everyone who attended last night’s neighborhood walk!
There are several more upcoming Southwest Area Plan meetings/events:
- June 2: Staff will be presenting a Southwest Area Plan update to the Plan Commission. The meeting is in person at 5:00 p.m. at 215 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Room 215. The update will focus on feedback received to-date. Actions and recommendations will not be discussed with the Commission as they have not yet been drafted.
- June 3-4: As part of Bike Week, staff will be at the Southwest Path as it crosses Hammersley Road from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Stop by to share your thoughts on biking in the Southwest Area, transportation, or any other thoughts you have on the future of the Southwest Area.
- June 10: The second neighborhood walk is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. starting at Allied Park. Join City staff from Planning, Transportation, Community Development, Parks, Police, and more to share your ideas, concerns, and vision for your community to help shape the future of the Southwest Area!
Also: the deadline for part two of the Southwest Area Plan survey is extended to June 15th – please check it out if you haven’t already!
SOUTHEAST AREA PLAN
Southeast Area Plan Upcoming Events and Deadlines
Hiestand Food Truck Festival and Southeast Area Plan Walk and Talk
Join us at the Hiestand Food Truck Festival at Hiestand Park on Thursday May 29th from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm and stay for a Walk and Talk event starting at 5:30 pm. Join City staff from Planning, Traffic Engineering, Parks, and more for a walk through the Hiestand Neighborhood. Meet at Hiestand Park Picnic Shelter. Share your ideas, concerns, and vision for your community to help shape the future of the Southeast Area.
Path to the Future – Madison Bike Week
June 4 7:00 am – 9:30 am, Cap City Path at Garver Feed Mill
Great scott!!! Grab some coffee and a donut, muffin or fruit on the Capital City Path and discuss Madison’s future with City of Madison staff. The City is creating the Southeast Area Plan, and wants to hear your perspective on growth, housing, transportation and other issues you see in the community.
Hover boards welcome but please no DeLoreans on the path.
Community Survey Part 2 – Deadline extended
The deadline to fill out Part 2 of the Southeast Area Plan Community Survey has been extended until June 15. A public link to the survey for anyone who was not randomly selected to receive it is also available. If you received the survey as part of the random sample of households, please use the link you received and not the public link above. Please take 10 minutes to answer a set of questions that will help the City plan for a future to best serve the needs of current and future residents.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
Southwest and Southeast Area Plan Meetings and Events, 2026 Budget Discussions and More!
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Southwest and Southeast Area Plans – Upcoming Events & Meetings
Exciting updates and opportunities to get involved in shaping the future of the Southwest and Southeast Areas are coming up—here’s what’s ahead:
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June 2: Plan Commission Meeting
City staff will present an update on both Plans to the Plan Commission at 5:00 p.m. in Room 215 of 215 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. This in-person meeting will focus on feedback received so far. While actions and recommendations have not yet been drafted, this is a great opportunity to hear about the community’s input and direction.
June 3 and 4: Bike Week Community Engagement
As part of Bike Week, staff will be stationed at the Southwest Path at Hammersley Road from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Stop by to share your thoughts on biking in the Southwest Area, transportation concerns, or any ideas you have for the future of the community!
June 4, 7:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m., Cap City Path at Garver Feed Mill Kick off your morning with coffee and a donut, muffin, or fruit while chatting with City of Madison staff about the future of Madison and the Southeast Area.
June 10: Neighborhood Walk – Allied Park
Join City staff from Planning, Transportation, Community Development, Parks, Police, and more for a second neighborhood walk, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Allied Park. Share your vision, concerns, and ideas to help shape the Southwest Area Plan. Your input is invaluable!
Survey Deadline Extended!
The deadline for part two of the Southwest and Southeast Area Plans survey has been extended to June 15! If you haven’t had a chance to participate yet, now’s your opportunity—your feedback helps shape the future of the community. We hope to see you at these events and hear your thoughts!
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2026 Budget Engagement Meeting – Public Works
Join City staff at the Central Library on June 4, 6:00 p.m. to learn more the 2026 City budget and talk to policymakers about your priorities for Madison’s future. This session will focus on the services provided by Public Works agencies.
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Streets Division Updates
- Food Scraps at South Madison Farmers’ Market – You can drop-off food scraps for free at the South Madison Farmers’ Market starting on Tuesday, June 3. The hours are 2pm to 6pm. The market is located at the corner of South Park Street and West Wingra Drive. For more details, visit the City’s food scraps website.
- More Food Scraps Drop-off: Northside and the Zoo – Dane County will begin their food scraps kiosk program on Sunday, June 1. They will have stations where you can drop-off scraps in the Warner Park parking lot off N. Sherman Avenue and in the Henry Vilas Zoo parking lot off S. Orchard. You need to pre-register to use the Dane County kiosks. More information is available at the Dane County composting website.
- Recycling Cart Peeking – In the recent weeks, we’ve stepped up peeking into recycling carts looking for the most common problems in the carts. If your cart gets carded – it’s okay. You’re not alone. We’re doing this to help folks learn, and it’s not a punishment. Just fix the issue noted on the card and give us a call. We’ll send a truck back as soon as we can.
- Should You Bag Your Recycling? The short answer is no. Most recycling should be loose in the cart. The only exception is shredded paper, which needs to be in a see-through bag. If you really prefer to put your recycling into a bag, then your only option is to choose a see-through bag for all your recyclables. Black, gray, and even white bags are a problem. Sorters at the recycling facility need to be able to quickly see what is inside the bag and tell its good recyclables inside. If they can’t, they have to assume it’s trash.
- Brush Collection Continues; Yard Waste is Over – Brush collection continues through the summer months. Get your brush set out dates at www.cityofmadison.com/
BrushCollection
MADISON BIKE WEEK JUNE 1-8
Hello and Happy Friday!
Madison Bike Week officially kicks off on Sunday June 1. Thanks to Madison Bikes for their work in planning a week full of fun activities for bicyclists of all ages and abilities. There will be opportunities to join group rides, learn about City bicycle infrastructure, and of course, the popular morning and afternoon commuter stations with free food, drink and swag.
The Mayor will be celebrating the week with a Monday morning press conference and bike ride starting at 9:00 in front of the Municipal Building. Join us!
Check out the full calendar of events.
Happy pedaling and see you out there!
MADISON PARKS UPDATE
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JUSTDANE REENTRY SERVICE FAIR
JustDane Reentry Service Fair June 17th
Meet with local vendors offering resources for employment, education, treatment, support, & housing.
June 17, 2025 5:00-6:30 PM
Madison College South
2429 Perry St., Madison, WI
For more info:
email Kim at kimw@justdane.org
call 608-256-0906
visit our website: justdane.org
GOLF UPDATES
Welcome to Summer: Important No Show Policy Update & Events You Won’t Want to Miss!
Dear Golf Madison Parks Family,
As summer begins and kids wrap up their school year, we are excited to welcome you all to another great season of golf and fun at our beautiful Madison courses. The long days and warm weather are here, and we’re ready to make this a summer filled with fun, camaraderie, and unforgettable rounds. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just getting started, we’re so glad to have you as part of our community.
As we gear up for the season, we want to share important information about our new tee time no show and cancelation policy, going into effect May 30. The goal of this policy is simple: to reduce no shows and ensure more golfers have access to tee times, especially during our busiest times. We want to be clear—we don’t want to charge anyone a fee. What we really want is for golfers to modify or cancel their reservations as soon as they know they can’t make it. By doing this, we can open those times for others who are eager to play.
Rest assured, we will not charge no show fees for poor weather days, but we do kindly ask that you cancel your reservation if you know you won’t be able to play. Each situation will be reviewed by our staff, and we understand that sometimes life happens—if you have special circumstances, we’ll do our best to accommodate. The overwhelming majority of our golfers have expressed strong support for this change, knowing it will result in more available tee times for everyone to enjoy.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions and be sure to visit our golf policy website for complete details about the new policy.
We are looking forward to a fantastic summer of golf and community fun on the Golf Madison Parks courses! Don’t forget to check out the exciting lineup of events we have planned, including Live at The Glen, Volunteer at The Glen, Movies at The Glen, Make Music Madison, and Putt Your Heart Out.
2025 Golf Madison Parks Events
Here’s to a summer full of birdies, eagles, and memories on the greens!
See you on the course,
Dave Vetrovec
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Golf Director
This content is free for use with credit to City of Madison Golf.
METRO RIDER UPDATE
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BEACH WATER QUALITY UPDATE
Beach Water Quality Update
May 29, 2025 – 12:06 pm
We monitor water quality at beaches from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Check conditions before going in the water, avoid contact with blue-green algae, and stay out of the water if posted signs say “closed for swimming.”
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Click beach name for latest testing and water quality results.
| Beach | Status |
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| BB Clarke Beach |  Open |
| Bernies Beach | Open |
| Brittingham Beach | Open |
| Esther Beach | Open |
| Frost Woods Beach | Open |
| Goodland County Park Beach | Open |
| Hudson Park Lake Access Point | Open |
| James Madison Beach | Open |
| Lake Mendota County Park Beach |  Closed |
| Maple Bluff Beach Park Beach | Closed |
| Marshall Beach | Open |
| McDaniel Park Beach | Open |
| Memorial Union (Pier) Beach | Open |
| Olbrich Beach | Open |
| Olin Beach | Open |
| Outdoor-UW Pier | Open |
| Schluter Beach | Open |
| Spring Harbor Beach | Open |
| Stewart County Park Beach | Open |
| Tenney Beach | Open |
| Tong Marina T-Dock | Open |
| Troll Beach | Closed |
| Verona Fireman’s Park Beach | Closed |
| Vilas Beach | Open |
| Warner Beach | Open |
| Willow Drive/Lot 60 Boat Launch | Open |
| Willows Beach | Open |