Madison public meetings in 2024

VENDING OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (ended 3/2026)

The December 25, 2024, meeting of the Vending Oversight Committee was cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate and one item regarding a street vending staff report.

• 82157 Street Vending Staff Report

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider a variance request for a side yard setback at 18 Powers Ave, for a second-story addition to a single-family house with an accessory dwelling unit. The agenda also includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Variance request by Terence Gregory Blake & Yuyang Zhong for 18 Powers Ave to allow side yard setback for second-story addition with ADU

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance request by Terence Gregory Blake and Yuyang Zhong for a side yard setback at 18 Powers Ave, allowing a second-story addition with an accessory dwelling unit. The board found the variance met all six standards, citing unique conditions from the existing house placement and mature trees. The motion passed unanimously 4-0.

• Approved side yard setback variance for 18 Powers Ave (4-0)
• Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

MONONA TERRACE COMMUNITY AND CONVENTION CENTER BOARD

The Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center Board meeting scheduled for December 19, 2024, has been cancelled. The agenda text includes questions for consideration regarding who benefits from policies and how to mitigate unintended consequences, but no meeting will take place.

• Meeting cancelled
• Questions for consideration: Who benefits? Who is burdened?
• Questions for consideration: Who does not have a voice at the table?
• Questions for consideration: How can policymakers mitigate unintended consequences?

POLICE CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT BOARD

The Police Civilian Oversight Board will vote on leadership positions and discuss amending the appointment process for board members. The meeting also includes training on public records and the establishment of 2025 goals and calendars.

• Vote on PCOB leadership positions
• Discussion on amending Section 5.20 of the Madison General Ordinances regarding the PCOB appointment process
• Review of OIM 2025 goals and reporting timeline
• Presentation of PCOB subcommittees
• Open Meetings and Public Records Training

The Police Civilian Oversight Board approved minutes from August 29, 2024, and unanimously elected Tarah Stangler as interim chair and Katherine Nelson as interim vice chair. The board also unanimously voted to refer a proposed ordinance amendment (Section 5.20) to the Common Council with a recommendation to send it to the Policy and Procedure subcommittee. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 08/29/2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Tarah Stangler as interim chair (unanimous)
• Elected Katherine Nelson as interim vice chair (unanimous)
• Referred ordinance amendment to Common Council with recommendation to refer to Policy and Procedure subcommittee (unanimous)

DISABILITY RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Disability Rights Commission will consider an ordinance and recommendations related to disability rights, and receive an update on the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) housing listening sessions. They will also discuss Accessible Madison updates, including the Beyond Compliance subcommittee, a transportation commission liaison report, and Madison Lakeway. The meeting is virtual with a public comment period.

• 86492 EOC Housing Listening Sessions Update
• 85767 DRC Ordinance and Recommendations
• Accessible Madison Updates: Beyond Compliance Subcommittee, Transportation Commission Liaison Report, Madison Lakeway
• 80509 Future Topics
• Reports from Common Council, Department of Civil Rights, and Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award Commission

The Disability Rights Commission met virtually and approved the minutes from September 26, 2024. No public comments were made, and no disclosures or recusals were reported. The meeting consisted of updates on the EOC Housing Listening Sessions, DRC Ordinance and Recommendations, Accessible Madison, and reports from liaisons and commissions. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from September 26, 2024 (voice vote)

PARKS LONG RANGE PLANNING SUBCOMMITTEE

The Parks Long Range Planning Subcommittee will consider several agenda items, including approval of the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes and a recommendation to update the January and February dates for the previously approved 2025 Parks Long Range Planning meeting schedule. The committee will also receive a Parks and Open Space Plan update and an annual statement of interest, both listed as informational. Public comment and required ethics disclosures will be addressed before adjournment.

• Approve minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting (Item 86480)
• Approve proposed updated January and February dates for the 2025 Parks Long Range Planning schedule (Item 86481)
• Parks and Open Space Plan update (Item 74555, informational)
• Annual Statement of Interest due (Item 86378, informational)
• Public comment period (Item 86482)

The Parks Long Range Planning Subcommittee approved rescheduling its January 15, 2025 meeting to January 23, 2025, and kept February 18, 2025 as scheduled. It also referred the Parks and Open Space Plan update to the January 23 meeting for additional discussion. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included approval of prior minutes and a reminder about Statement of Interest forms.

• Approved rescheduling January 15, 2025 meeting to January 23, 2025 (voice vote)
• Referred Parks and Open Space Plan update to January 23, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

ALCOHOL LICENSE REVIEW COMMITTEE

The Alcohol License Review Committee will hold public hearings on new liquor license applications for Los Atlantes Restaurant and Bakery (2304 S Park St), Taco Madres (2827 Atwood Ave), and Haven (430 W Gilman St). The committee will also consider changes of agent for The Plaza Tavern & Grill and Woody and Annes, entity reorganizations, and a request to extend license issuance for Q-Cos Mexican Restaurant. Other items include operator license applications and discussion of 2025 meeting methods.

• Public hearing for new Class B license for Los Atlantes Restaurant and Bakery at 2304 S Park St (estimated 50 capacity, 25% alcohol)
• Public hearing for new Class B license for Taco Madres at 2827 Atwood Ave (estimated 75 capacity, 30% alcohol)
• Public hearing for new Class B license for Haven at 430 W Gilman St (estimated 70 capacity, 10% alcohol)
• Change of agent for The Plaza Tavern & Grill (319 N Henry St) to Erica DeRosa
• Second request to extend license issuance beyond 180-day deadline for Q-Cos Mexican Restaurant (1824 S Park St)

The Alcohol License Review Committee recommended granting new Class B combination liquor licenses for Taqueria Los Atlantes LLC (Los Atlantes Restaurant and Bakery) and Woodhouse Kitchen LLC (Haven), the latter with conditions. It also recommended granting several operator licenses, changes of agent, entity reorganizations, and a premises expansion, while referring some items back to the committee. The committee voted to continue hybrid meetings for 2025.

• Recommended granting new license for Los Atlantes Restaurant and Bakery (voice vote)
• Recommended granting new license for Haven with conditions (voice vote)
• Recommended granting operator license for Patricia Lara (voice vote)
• Referred operator license for Stormy R Louis to committee (voice vote)
• Recommended granting change of agent for Woody and Annes (voice vote)
• Referred change of agent for The Plaza Tavern & Grill to committee (voice vote)
• Recommended granting premises expansion for Brennan's Market (voice vote)
• Recommended granting 180-day extension for Q-Cos Mexican Restaurant (voice vote)

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (ended 3/2026)

The Economic Development Committee is reviewing a proposal to forgive $1,613,365 in debt for the Madison Ice Arena and Hartmeyer Ice Arena. The body will also discuss updates to the City of Madison Economic Development Plan and financial assistance dashboards.

• Proposed forgiveness of $1,613,365 of debt held by Madison Ice Inc.
• Proposed fee simple sale of Hartmeyer Ice Arena to East Madison Ice Collective for $1
• Proposed fee simple sale of Madison Ice Arena (725 Forward Drive) to Madison Ice, Inc. for $1
• Fundraising requirement of approximately $3 million by East Madison Ice Collective for Hartmeyer Ice Arena improvements
• Discussion of 'Means Testing' for Economic Development Division Financial Assistance Programs

The Economic Development Committee voted unanimously to return a resolution to the lead committee with a recommendation to approve the forgiveness of $1,613,365 in debt held by Madison Ice Inc. for two ice arenas, but with four amendments. The amendments require city ownership with long-term leases, deed restrictions for non-profit ownership if private, financial audits and analyses within three years, and a super-majority council vote to release deed restrictions. The item was not finally approved by the committee; it was sent back with conditions.

• Approved motion to return to lead with recommendation to approve ice arena debt forgiveness (unanimous voice vote)
• Amendment 1: City retains ownership with long-term leases to non-profit operators
• Amendment 2: Deed restriction requiring non-profit ownership if properties remain private
• Amendment 3: Non-profits must provide financial audit, market analysis, and equity analysis within 3 years
• Amendment 4: Future release of deed restrictions requires super-majority Common Council vote
• Approved minutes from November 20, 2024 meeting (voice vote, Duncan abstained)

URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION

The Urban Design Commission will decide final approval for a new multi-family residential building at 619-699 W Mifflin Street. Other items include a new car wash at 3837 E Washington Avenue, exterior modifications at 4520 East Towne Boulevard, and a giraffe exhibit at Henry Vilas Zoo. An informational presentation will cover a major amendment to the Capitol Lakes retirement community plan.

• Final approval for new multi-family building at 619-699 W Mifflin Street in UMX zoning
• Initial/final approval for car wash at 3837 E Washington Avenue in Urban Design District 5
• Final approval for exterior modifications at 4520 East Towne Boulevard in Urban Design District 5
• Initial/final approval for Henry Vilas Zoo giraffe exhibit at 702 Randall Avenue
• Informational presentation on major amendment for Capitol Lakes independent living facility at 345 W Main Street

The Urban Design Commission granted final approval to four projects: a car wash at 3837 E Washington Avenue, exterior modifications at 4520 East Towne Boulevard, a multi-family building at 619-699 W Mifflin Street, and the Henry Vilas Zoo giraffe exhibit at 702 Randall Avenue. The commission also referred signage review for 215 N Fair Oaks Avenue to the January 22, 2025 meeting and received an informational presentation on a planned development amendment at 345 W Main Street.

• Granted final approval for car wash at 3837 E Washington Avenue (voice vote)
• Granted final approval for exterior modifications at 4520 East Towne Boulevard (voice vote)
• Granted final approval for multi-family building at 619-699 W Mifflin Street (voice vote)
• Granted final approval for giraffe exhibit at 702 Randall Avenue (voice vote)
• Referred signage review for 215 N Fair Oaks Avenue to 1/22/2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of December 4, 2024 (voice vote)

BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Madison Board of Public Works will approve contracts for water treatment, park improvements, and road projects, along with accepting completed construction work.

• Approving $33,554.56 change order for Warner Park Community Center expansion
• Approving $48,090.19 change order for Madison Public Market construction
• Approving $15,384.68 change order for Well 15 PFAS Treatment Facility
• Approving plans for Rennebohm Park Sprayground with $460,000 estimated cost
• Approving plans for Bartillon Sidewalk construction with $171,000 estimated cost

The Board of Public Works approved several change orders, including $33,554.56 for Warner Park Community Center expansion and $48,090.19 for Madison Public Market. It also recommended to the Common Council the adoption of numerous resolutions for public works projects, such as the Evergreen/Ohio/Sommers assessment district, various private contract improvements, and construction bids for projects like the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park and Safe Streets Madison 2025. The board approved the 2025 Street Improvement Assessment Rates and received informational presentations on the Stormwater Utility Vegetation Management Plan and Leaf Study.

• Approved Change Order No.1 to Contract 9502, Warner Park Community and Recreation Center Expansion, for $33,554.56
• Approved Change Order No. 15 to Contract 8595, Madison Public Market, for $48,090.19
• Approved Change Order No.1 to Contract 9342, Well 15 PFAS Treatment Facility, for $15,384.68
• Recommended to Council to adopt plans for Evergreen, Ohio, and Sommers Avenues assessment district (2025)
• Recommended to Council to adopt plans for 1 & 15 Ellis Potter Court, 1150 S Park Street, and 4502 Regent Street private contracts
• Recommended to Council to adopt plans for 2025 Semi-Permanent Epoxy Pavement Marking, Rennebohm Park Sprayground, and Bartillon Sidewalk
• Recommended to Council to adopt plans for Imagination Center at Reindahl Park and Safe Streets Madison 2025
• Approved 2025 Street Improvement Assessment Rates

ALCOHOL LICENSE REVIEW COMMITTEE

The Alcohol License Review Committee is meeting to consider operator license applications. Decisions made at this meeting will move to the Common Council Meeting on January 14, 2025.

• Operator License Application for Stormy R Louis
• Operator License Application for Shyanne M Felton (Momo's)

The Alcohol License Review Committee met virtually on December 18, 2024, and took action on two operator license applications. Both applications, from Stormy R Louis and Shyanne M Felton (employed at Momo's), were referred to the full Alcohol License Review Committee. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Referred operator license application of Stormy R Louis to ALRC (voice vote)
• Referred operator license application of Shyanne M Felton (Momo's) to ALRC (voice vote)

ETHICS BOARD

The Madison Ethics Board will conduct a hearing regarding a complaint filed by Emily Samson against Shadayra Kilfoy-Flores. Following the hearing, the Board may enter a closed session to deliberate on the case.

• Hearing regarding Ethics Board Complaint filed by Emily Samson against Shadayra Kilfoy-Flores

The Ethics Board held a hearing on a complaint by Emily Samson against Shadayra Kilfoy-Flores, alleging a violation of Madison General Ordinance 3.35. After hearing testimony and deliberating in closed session, the board unanimously found Kilfoy-Flores violated the ethics code by attempting to use her office for private benefit. The board voted to recommend that the Common Council bar Kilfoy-Flores from appointment to any city board, commission, or committee for 12 months, with ethics training required if reappointed.

• Found Shadayra Kilfoy-Flores violated MGO 3.35(5)(a)1 (unanimous)
• Recommended 12-month bar from city boards/commissions/committees (6-0, one member excused)
• Recommended ethics training if Kilfoy-Flores is appointed in future
• Approved November 25, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned in closed session after deliberations (unanimous)

ROOM TAX COMMISSION

The Room Tax Commission will meet virtually to review various fund and administrative items. The agenda includes a presentation on the Event Booking Assistance Fund and a report on room tax collections and forecasts.

• Presentation on Event Booking Assistance Fund
• Room Tax Fund - Room Tax Collections and Forecast
• Discussion of 2025 meeting format
• Review of Statement of Interest Forms
• Approval of September 25, 2024 minutes

The Room Tax Commission met virtually and approved the meeting format for 2025. Commissioners also received presentations on the Event Booking Assistance Fund and the Room Tax collections and forecast for 2025. No public comment was made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved minutes from September 25, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved meeting format for 2025 (voice vote)

PLAN COMMISSION

The Madison Plan Commission will meet virtually to consider a conditional use request for an indoor recreation facility with an outdoor area and restaurant at 4845 Tradewinds Parkway. The body will also review demolition permits for two residential properties and discuss recent rezoning actions adopted by the Common Council.

• Consideration of indoor recreation facility with restaurant at 4845 Tradewinds Parkway
• Demolition permit for single-family residence at 1917 Moorland Road
• Demolition permit for single-family residence at 2809 Royal Avenue
• Review of recent rezoning actions adopted by the Common Council
• Discussion of upcoming matters for the January 13, 2025 meeting

The Madison Plan Commission approved all three public hearing items: a conditional use for an indoor recreation facility with outdoor recreation and restaurant-tavern at 4845 Tradewinds Parkway, a demolition permit for a single-family residence at 1917 Moorland Road, and a conditional use for a private parking facility at 2809 Royal Avenue. All approvals were subject to comments and conditions in the meeting materials. The meeting also included approval of the December 2, 2024 minutes and scheduling of future meetings.

• Approved conditional use for indoor/outdoor recreation and restaurant-tavern at 4845 Tradewinds Parkway
• Approved demolition permit for single-family residence at 1917 Moorland Road
• Approved conditional use for private parking facility at 2809 Royal Avenue
• Approved minutes of December 2, 2024 regular meeting (Duncan abstaining)

SUSTAINABLE MADISON COMMITTEE

The committee will discuss the 2025 meeting schedule and a presentation from UW Madison regarding their 2024 accomplishments and 2025 goals. Additional discussion items include renewable energy data, updates on sustainability grants, and the implementation strategy for the Sustainability Plan.

• SMC Scheduling for 2025
• Sustainability Presentation from UW Madison on 2024 accomplishments and 2025 goals
• 2023 Renewable Energy Numbers
• Update on Sustainability Grants
• Implementation Strategy for the Sustainability Plan

The committee approved the November 25, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. No public comment was made, and no disclosures or recusals were recorded. The meeting included discussion items on 2025 scheduling, UW-Madison's sustainability accomplishments, 2023 renewable energy numbers, sustainability grants, and the implementation strategy for the sustainability plan, but no formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved meeting minutes from 11/25/24 (unanimous)

ERLANGER, JEFFREY CLAY, CIVILITY IN PUBLIC DISCOURSE AWARD COMMITTEE

The committee will meet to discuss 2024 award applications. Following the discussion, members will take action to select the 2024 award recipient.

• Review and discussion of 2024 applications
• Selection of 2024 award recipient

STATE STREET CAMPUS GARAGE/HAWTHORNE COURT PUBLIC ART AD HOC COMMITTEE

The ad hoc committee will hold officer elections and receive staff briefings on a public art project for the State Street Campus Garage/Hawthorne Court area. This agenda is primarily procedural and contains no binding votes or contracts.

• Election of committee chair and vice chair
• Staff presentation on public art project concepts for the State Street Campus Garage/Hawthorne Court site
• Review of project timeline and meeting schedule
• Committee and staff introductions

The committee elected T.L. Luke as Chair and Peggy Gunderson as Vice Chair by voice vote. Staff presented project overviews and art concepts, but no substantive decisions were made on the art project itself.

• Elected T.L. Luke as Chair (voice vote)
• Elected Peggy Gunderson as Vice Chair (voice vote)
• Adjourned at 1:21 pm (voice vote)

JOINT CAMPUS AREA COMMITTEE

The scheduled meeting for the Joint Campus Area Committee has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Community Development Authority will consider several resolutions including contract approvals for unit modernizations and construction management services. The board will also discuss establishing a Small Area Fair Market Rent payment standard for the Section 8 program in ZIP code 53715.

• $103,894.00 contract for Frazier Apartments unit modernization at 2514, 2520, and 2524 Frazier Street
• Small Area Fair Market Rent (SAFMR) Payment Standard for Section 8 in ZIP Code 53715
• Selection of JP Cullen & Sons, Inc. and JCP Construction LLC for Park and Badger Redevelopment Project Phase 1
• Resolution regarding easements or recorded property interests

The Community Development Authority approved four resolutions, including a $103,894 contract for Frazier Apartments unit modernization, an easement authorization, a new rent payment standard for ZIP 53715, and selection of JP Cullen & Sons for the Park and Badger redevelopment project. All votes were unanimous by voice vote. A report on Housing Authority Operations was presented with no action taken.

• Approved $103,894 contract to Eurostar Remodeling for Frazier Apartments modernization (voice vote)
• Approved resolution authorizing administrative approval of easements and property interests (voice vote)
• Approved establishing Small Area Fair Market Rent payment standard for ZIP 53715 (voice vote)
• Approved JP Cullen & Sons and JCP Construction as preferred vendor for Park and Badger Phase 1 construction management (voice vote)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES COMMISSION

The Equal Opportunities Commission will discuss the Department of Civil Rights operating budget and its implementation. The agenda also includes a debrief of a community listening session and updates on the EOC work plan.

• DCR Operating Budget implementation and referendum
• Debrief of November 21, 2024 Community Listening Session
• EOC Work Plan discussion
• EOD Manager Report regarding technology, HUD projects, training, outreach, employment, housing, and public accommodations

The Equal Opportunities Commission approved the 2025 regular meeting dates, with changes to Executive Committee dates to ensure at least ten days between meetings. The commission also received a presentation on the DCR Operating Budget and discussed the work plan and future topics. No public comments were made, and no substantive policy decisions were taken.

• Approved 2025 regular EOC meeting dates
• Discussed changes to Executive Committee dates to ensure at least ten days between meetings
• Received overview of DCR Operating Budget from Director Norm Davis
• Debriefed community listening session from November 21, 2024
• Discussed EOC Work Plan with new subcommittee members identified
• Ramey to prepare slate of new officers and committee members

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Community Development Authority Board of Commissioners will conduct a property tour. The tour begins at the Atrium entrance of 2300 South Park Street.

• Walking tour of Village on Park Parking Structure

BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Park Commissioners will review several reports including the Superintendent's report and the Parks Winter Recreation Plan. The meeting includes discussions on a long-term agreement for boat rentals at Marshall Park and potential agreements for private use of citywide boat launches.

• Request from University of Wisconsin to continue the Urban Canid Project in Madison Parks
• Agreement with Marshall Boats LLC for boat rental, instruction, and concessions at Marshall Park (2025-2039)
• Boat Launch Use Agreements with construction companies for private purposes citywide
• Informational presentation of the 2025 Adopted Capital and Operating Budgets
• Informational presentation of the Parks Winter Recreation Plan for the 2024-2025 season

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a 3-year continuation of the University of Wisconsin's Urban Canid Project in Madison Parks, with a presentation required before the end of the third year. They also recommended approval of a boat rental agreement with Marshall Boats LLC for Marshall Park (2025-2039) and boat launch use agreements with construction companies, both to the Finance Committee. The board accepted the December Superintendent's Report and approved the November 6 meeting minutes.

• Approved Urban Canid Project for 3 years with one presentation before end of third year (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council approval of Habitat Stewardship Subcommittee appointment (voice vote)
• Returned to lead with recommendation for approval of Marshall Boats LLC agreement to Finance Committee (voice vote; Miller Fienen recused)
• Returned to lead with recommendation for approval of boat launch use agreements to Finance Committee (voice vote)
• Accepted December 2024 Superintendent's Report (voice vote)
• Accepted November 20, 2024 Parks Long Range Planning Subcommittee minutes (voice vote)
• Approved November 6, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote; Currie abstained)

CITY, COUNTY, SCHOOLS COLLABORATIVE COMMITTEE (ended 12/2025)

The City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee is meeting to discuss how to vet topics. This includes examining the committee's ability to influence issues and identifying which issues require attention.

• Discussion on vetting variables such as committee influence and issue importance

The City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee met virtually and discussed how to vet topics for future work, considering factors like the committee's influence, existing efforts, and issue importance. No formal decisions were made; minutes from prior meetings were deferred to January 8, 2025.

• Deferred approval of August, October, and December meeting minutes to January 8, 2025
• Discussed topic vetting criteria (influence, existing work, importance) — no action taken

TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION

The Transportation Commission is reviewing several infrastructure and safety items. Discussion includes a federal grant for safety education, bus rapid transit crossing improvements, and various bikeway and sidewalk projects.

• Federal grant of $91,000 for safety education program maintenance and expansion
• BRT Railroad Crossing Improvements at University and Babcock
• Safe Streets Madison Badger Road Sidewalk Project
• East Madison Bikeways - East Mifflin Diverter
• Review and Approval of the TC Annual Work Plan

The Transportation Commission approved a federal grant of $91,000 for a safety education program, recommended the BRT railroad crossing improvements at University and Babcock, and approved the Badger Road Sidewalk Project at increased cost. The commission also approved the annual work plan with two changes and recommended approval of the East Mifflin Diverter package. All votes were by voice vote with no recorded tallies.

• Approved federal grant of $91,000 for safety education program (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council to adopt BRT Railroad Crossing Improvements at University and Babcock (voice vote)
• Approved Safe Streets Madison Badger Road Sidewalk Project at increased cost (voice vote)
• Approved TC Annual Work Plan with two suggested changes (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of East Mifflin Diverter package including additional improvements (voice vote)

PUBLIC SAFETY REVIEW COMMITTEE

The committee will review reports from the Madison Police Department and the Madison Fire Department. The agenda also includes reports from the Chair/Co-Chair and Alders.

• Chief Barnes Quarterly Report
• Madison Police Department report and strategic plan update
• Madison Fire Department report including CAREs update

The Public Safety Review Committee approved the minutes from its October 9, 2024 meeting by voice vote. The committee received and discussed reports from the Madison Police Department (including the Chief's Quarterly Report and an update on the strategic plan) and the Madison Fire Department (including an update on CAREs), as well as reports from the Chair/Co-Chair and Alders. No formal decisions were made on these reports; they were discussed and continued. The committee also noted future agenda items, including MPD body worn cameras.

• Approved minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Discussed and continued Chief's Quarterly Report
• Discussed and continued MPD strategic plan update
• Discussed and continued Fire Department report including CAREs update
• Discussed and continued Chair/Co-Chair report
• Discussed and continued Alders report

HABITAT STEWARDSHIP SUBCOMMITTEE (Parks)

The subcommittee will consider approving 2025 meeting dates and receive an informational overview of the Habitat Management Plan for Kettle Pond Conservation Park. They will also hear an update on the Treekeeper Tree Inventory website and address the Annual Statement of Interest due.

• Approval of 2025 subcommittee meeting dates
• Informational overview of Treekeeper Tree Inventory website
• Informational overview of Habitat Management Plan for Kettle Pond Conservation Park
• Annual Statement of Interest due

The Habitat Stewardship Subcommittee met virtually and approved the minutes from August 20, 2024, and the 2025 meeting dates. Staff provided informational overviews of the Treekeeper Tree Inventory website and the Kettle Pond Habitat Management Plan. No public comment was received, and no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of August 20, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 subcommittee meeting dates (voice vote)

STREET USE STAFF COMMISSION (ended 1/14/2025)

The Street Use Staff Commission is meeting to discuss a proposal to dissolve the body. The proposal involves amending several Madison General Ordinances to reassign the commission's duties to City staff.

• Proposal 86213: Amending Sections 10.056, 9.136, 38.07(8), and 33.27 of the Madison General Ordinances to eliminate the Street Use Staff Commission

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council will consider several rezoning proposals, including a large-scale change for properties at 940-1050 South High Point Road, 1051 South Pleasant View Road, and 902 Landmark Trail from Agricultural to residential and commercial districts. The Plan Commission recommended approval for three zones but recommended placing the Neighborhood Mixed Use designation on file without prejudice. Also on the agenda are a zoning change at 4303 Portage Road, a revision to the Urban Design Commission ordinance (re-referred to May 2025), and public hearings on new alcohol licenses for Alimentari on Monroe Street and Metztli on West Beltline Highway.

• Rezoning of 940-1050 S High Point Rd, 1051 S Pleasant View Rd, 902 Landmark Trail from Agricultural to TR-P, TR-U1, CC-T (recommended for approval) and NMX (recommended to be placed on file without prejudice)
• Zoning change for 4303 Portage Road from Temporary TR-U1 to TR-U1
• Repeal and recreation of Section 33.24 (Urban Design Commission ordinance) – re-referred to May 2025
• Public hearing for new Class A beer/liquor/cider license for Alimentari at 2623 Monroe St
• Public hearing for new Class B combination liquor/beer license for Metztli at 2705 W Beltline Hwy

The Common Council voted 13-2 to censure Alder Charles Myadze for conduct unbecoming of an alder, with one abstention and one recusal. The council also approved a year-end budget amendment of $8 million, granted numerous alcohol licenses, and adopted several zoning changes and public works contracts.

• Censured Alder Charles Myadze (13-2, 1 abstention, 1 recusal)
• Approved year-end budget amendment (15-1)
• Granted new alcohol licenses for Alimentari, Metztli, Blue Moon Bar and Grill, Izakaya Kuroyama, Holiday Inn, Forward Craft & Coffee, La Penca, Tailer Nicole, ONE Social, and Ha Long Bay
• Adopted zoning changes for 4303 Portage Road, 940-1050 S High Point Road, 802-818 W Badger Road, and 6701 McKee Road
• Approved $1,136,440 in CDBG funds for nonprofit housing rehabilitation
• Authorized $20.2 million EPA grant for climate resilience project
• Approved $930,000 TIF loan for affordable housing at 5546 Element Way
• Disallowed 10 claims against the city

COMMON COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

The Common Council Executive Committee meets to discuss a proposed Poetry Recitation Schedule for 2025 meetings, an overview of the 50-Piece Rule and campaign restrictions, and a review of the city's Boards, Commissions, and Committees (BCC) structure. The committee will also receive updates from alders and the council office.

• Poet Laureate request for 2025 poetry recitations at council meetings (March, June, September, December)
• Overview of the 50-Piece Rule and Campaign Restrictions Guidance
• Discussion of Boards, Commissions, and Committees (BCC) structure, including streamlining and work plan
• Alder Committee Updates
• Council Office Updates (2024)

The Common Council Executive Committee approved the Poet Laureate's poetry recitation schedule for 2025 Common Council meetings, with recitations set for March 11, June 3, September 2, and December 9. The committee also received informational updates on the 50-piece rule and campaign restrictions guidance, the ongoing review of boards, commissions, and committees structure, and Council Office activities. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2025 Poet Laureate recitation schedule (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION

The Commission will conduct initial hearings regarding two matters involving Vincent Hopkins. The body will also consider final recommendations for probationary employees in the fire and police departments and review preliminary promotion recommendations for police officers.

• Initial hearings: Vincent Hopkins v. Officer Shannon Kuhl and Vincent Hopkins, Sr. v. Sgt. Gregg Sosoka
• Final recommendation for 25 Fire Department employees completing probationary periods
• Final recommendation for Police Officer Jackson Riddle, Captain Edward Marshall, and Lieutenant Scott Reitmeier completing probationary periods
• Preliminary promotion recommendations for five police officers to Sergeant or Detective
• Status updates on Police Department hiring process and acting positions

The Madison Police and Fire Commission approved multiple personnel actions, including the promotion of police officers to sergeant and detective ranks, and the permanent placement of firefighters and apparatus engineers. The commission also allowed two complaints against police officers to be withdrawn without prejudice. All decisions were made by voice vote.

• Approved promotion of James Brown to Sergeant, Kyle Dabbs to Sergeant, Grace Favor to Detective, Benjamin Hogan to Detective, and Jessica Wolf to Detective (voice vote)
• Approved promotion of Jackson Riddle to Police Officer, Edward Marshall to Captain, and Scott Reitmeier to Lieutenant (voice vote)
• Approved promotion of Samuel Cooke to Lieutenant (voice vote)
• Approved promotion of Matthew Boyle, Christopher Staveness, Justin Fehrenbach, and Trent Meicher to Apparatus Engineer (voice vote)
• Approved permanent placement of 20 firefighters (voice vote)
• Allowed withdrawal of complaint in Vincent Hopkins v. Officer Shannon Kuhl without prejudice (voice vote)
• Dismissed complaint in Vincent Hopkins, Sr. v. Sgt. Gregg Sosoka without prejudice (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of November 11 and November 21, 2024 (voice vote)

LANDMARKS COMMISSION

The Landmarks Commission will consider a certificate of appropriateness for an alteration to the Eggiman House at 857 South Shore Dr, a designated landmark. They will also review a historic resource nomination and discuss a list of eight buildings proposed for demolition in 2024, including addresses on Fox Avenue, W Badger Road, E Washington Avenue, Femrite Drive, Bernard Court, Moorland Road, and Dahle Street. Additionally, the commission will receive public comments and the secretary's report on statement of interest forms.

• 857 South Shore Dr – Exterior alteration to Eggiman House, a designated Madison landmark
• Historic resource nomination (Old Business)
• 2449 Fox Avenue proposed for demolition
• 825 W Badger Road proposed for demolition
• 501 E Washington Avenue proposed for demolition

The Landmarks Commission voted to recommend that seven buildings proposed for demolition have no known historic value, clearing a path for the Plan Commission to consider demolition. The commission also adopted an updated historic resource nomination form and referred a certificate of appropriateness request for the Eggiman House to the January meeting. No public comment was received.

• Recommended to Plan Commission that 7 buildings have no known historic value (voice vote)
• Adopted updated Historic Resource Nomination Form and Instructions (voice vote)
• Referred 857 South Shore Dr exterior alteration to January 13, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved November 11, 2024 minutes (voice vote)

MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD

The Madison Public Library Board will vote on approving non-competitive selections for Central Paging System contract changes and the 2025 Dane County Walk-in Contract. They will also hear an operational assessment presentation, a Wisconsin Book Festival report, and updates on the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park. Routine approvals include the October 2024 financial reports and the director's report.

• Approval of non-competitive selection for Central Paging System purchase order change order and contract extension
• Approval of non-competitive selection for Central Paging System purchase of services contract extension
• Approval of 2025 Dane County Walk-in Contract
• Approval of October 2024 financial reports
• Updates on the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park

The Madison Public Library Board approved the Director's Report, October 2024 financial reports, two non-competitive selection requests for the Central Paging System (a purchase order change order/contract extension and a services contract extension), and the 2025 Dane County Walk-in Contract. All approvals passed by voice vote. The board also discussed updates on the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park, continuing the discussion without a decision. The meeting adjourned at 6:08pm after losing quorum.

• Approved Director's Report for November 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved October 2024 Financial Reports (voice vote)
• Approved non-competitive selection request for Central Paging System purchase order change order and contract extension (voice vote)
• Approved non-competitive selection request for Central Paging System services contract extension (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 Dane County Walk-in Contract (voice vote)
• Discussed and continued Imagination Center at Reindahl Park updates

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT COMMITTEE

The CDBG Committee will decide on awarding $1,136,440 in CDBG funds to four nonprofit housing providers for capital improvement projects. They will also vote on authorizing the assignment of a loan from Omega School to Literacy Network for property at 835 West Badger Road, and accept FY23 YHDP grants from HUD for homeless youth programs. Additional items include amending a grant agreement with Bayview Foundation extending its expiration date.

• Award $1,136,440 to Bram Hill Apartments, Northport Apartments, The Road Home, and Housing Initiatives for capital improvements (Districts 2, 6, 10, 12, 14, 18)
• Authorize loan assignment and assumption for 835 West Badger Road from Omega School to Literacy Network (District 14)
• Accept FY23 YHDP grants from HUD and authorize contracts with OutReach, Briarpatch Youth Services, Center for Community Stewardship, and Institute for Community Alliances (Citywide)
• Amend Bayview Foundation grant agreement extending expiration to June 30, 2025 (District 13)

The committee unanimously recommended awarding $1,136,440 in CDBG funds to four nonprofit housing providers for rehabilitation projects, and also recommended approving the transfer of a 2005 loan and service contract from Omega School to Literacy Network. It recommended accepting two HUD YHDP grants and executing 2025 contracts with four youth-serving agencies, and approved amending a Bayview Foundation grant contract to extend its expiration date to June 30, 2025. All votes were unanimous; no public comment was received.

• Recommended awarding $1,136,440 in CDBG funds to four housing providers (unanimous)
• Recommended approving loan assignment from Omega School to Literacy Network (unanimous)
• Recommended accepting two FY23 YHDP grants and executing 2025 contracts (unanimous)
• Recommended amending Bayview Foundation grant contract, extending to June 30, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 7, 2024 (voice vote)

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION COMMISSION

The Commission will review updates on the Residency Preference Program and an equity analysis and landmark review. The meeting includes reports from the Common Council, the Department of Civil Rights, and the Affirmative Action Division Manager.

• Residency Preference Program Update
• Equity Analysis and Landmark review stakeholder responses
• Report on status of large construction projects
• Report on contract compliance concerns

BOARD OF HEALTH FOR MADISON AND DANE COUNTY

The Board of Health will vote on a resolution authorizing fee increases for inspection, penalty, and other fees of licensed establishments in Dane County. The board also will consider accepting grant funds to create a Data Analyst and a Communicable Disease Coordinator position. Additionally, the board will discuss amending the private sewage system ordinance and accepting NARCAN from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

• Resolution #2024-41 authorizing fee increases for inspection, penalty, and other fees of licensed establishments in Dane County
• Amending Public Health Budget to accept grant funds from University of Wisconsin and create a 1.0 Data Analyst Project Position for the Epidemiology & Data Science Team
• Amending Public Health Operating Budget to accept grant funds from Wisconsin Department of Health Services and create a 1.0 FTE Communicable Disease Coordinator for the Communicable Disease Program
• Amending Chapter 46 of Dane County Code of Ordinances regarding private sewage systems
• Resolution #2024-40 to accept NARCAN from Wisconsin Department of Health Services for overdose education and distribution

The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County approved multiple resolutions regarding grant funding for new positions, budget transfers, NARCAN acceptance, and inspection fee increases. The board also recommended adoption or approval of several city and county budget amendments and ordinance changes, and revised the 2025 meeting schedule to a hybrid format.

• Approved minutes for November 6, 2024 with an amendment (voice vote)
• Recommended Common Council adopt UW grant and create 1.0 Data Analyst position (voice vote)
• Recommended Common Council adopt DHS grant and create 1.0 Communicable Disease Coordinator (voice vote)
• Forwarded DHS grant and Communicable Disease Coordinator position to County Personnel and Finance (voice vote)
• Forwarded UW grant and Data Analyst position to County Personnel and Finance (voice vote)
• Forwarded Private Sewage System Ordinance amendment to County Personnel and Finance (voice vote)
• Granted final approval for line item budget transfers, Resolution #2024-39 (voice vote)
• Granted final approval to accept NARCAN from Wisconsin DHS, Resolution #2024-40 (voice vote)

MADISON FOOD POLICY COUNCIL

The council will receive a progress report on the Dane County Food System Plan and updates from the Madison Public Market director. The meeting includes reports on farmland preservation, food access, and community gardens.

• Madison Public Market updates from director Keisha Harrison
• Dane County Food System Plan progress report
• Farmland Preservation Task Force 2024 Progress Report
• Double Dollars Program report
• SEED Eval Report from UW Extension

The Madison Food Policy Council met virtually and approved the minutes from its September meeting. The meeting consisted of informational presentations and reports, with no formal policy decisions made. Updates were given on the Madison Public Market, the Dane County Food System Plan, and several ongoing programs.

• Approved minutes from September meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:36 PM (unanimous)

COMMITTEE ON AGING

The Committee on Aging will review data and funding recommendations for older adult services. The body is considering the allocation of City funds for agencies selected through a Request for Proposals process for use beginning in 2025.

• Allocation of City funds for older adult programming among agencies selected via RFP for 2025
• Overview of older adult data
• Overview of older adult funding recommendations
• Monthly reports on Madison Senior Center operations

The Committee on Aging approved recommendations for the allocation of city funds to support older adult programming in 2025. The approved plan includes an additional $103,870 for case management services targeting BIPOC clients, distributed among three specific organizations.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (8-0-1)
• Approved 2025 older adult funding allocations with amendment (8-1)

URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION

The Urban Design Commission will hold a public hearing and consider initial/final approval for a new indoor sports center building at 4845 Tradewinds Parkway in Urban Design District 1. The item is on the consent agenda, meaning it may be decided without discussion if no one registers to speak in opposition. Public comments can be submitted via email or spoken during the meeting by registering in advance.

• 4845 Tradewinds Parkway – New building for an indoor sports center in Urban Design District 1 (initial/final approval; owner Ilar Lushaj, applicant Brad Bauer of Bauer Builders, Inc.)

The Urban Design Commission granted initial approval for a new indoor sports center at 4845 Tradewinds Parkway, subject to conditions. The approval includes refinements to the landscape plan, building design, and lighting. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Granted initial approval for indoor sports center at 4845 Tradewinds Parkway (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 (voice vote)

HABITAT STEWARDSHIP SUBCOMMITTEE (Parks)

The subcommittee will receive informational overviews on the Habitat Management Plan for Kettle Pond Conservation Park and the Treekeeper Tree Inventory Website. They will also vote on approving minutes from the August 2024 meeting and setting 2025 meeting dates.

• Approval of August 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Informational overview of Habitat Management Plan for Kettle Pond Conservation Park
• Informational overview of Treekeeper Tree Inventory Website
• Approval of 2025 subcommittee meeting dates

The December 3, 2024 meeting of the Habitat Stewardship Subcommittee was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made; all agenda items, including approval of prior minutes, public comment, informational overviews, and approval of 2025 meeting dates, were not addressed.

COMMITTEE ON EMPLOYEE RELATIONS

The Committee on Employee Relations will consider two new business items: an ordinance amendment to reflect 2024 meet and confer changes for General Municipal Employees, and adoption of 2025 employee benefits handbooks for three employee groups (GME, MCAA, MPSEA). Public comment is also scheduled.

• Ordinance amendment to Sections 3.54(19) and 3.54(20) for 2024 Meet and Confer changes (Sponsor: Mayor Satya V. Rhodes-Conway)
• Adoption of 2025 Employee Benefits Handbooks for General Municipal Employees, Madison City Attorneys’ Association, and Madison Professional and Supervisory Employee Association
• Public comment period for agenda items
• Approval of minutes from June 12, 2024 meeting

The Committee on Employee Relations approved two items for recommendation to the Finance Committee. The first amends Madison General Ordinances to reflect 2024 Meet and Confer changes for General Municipal Employees. The second adopts modifications to Employee Benefits Handbooks for three employee groups for 2025. Both motions passed by voice vote.

• Approved ordinance amendment for 2024 Meet and Confer changes (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 Employee Benefits Handbook modifications (voice vote)

MONONA TERRACE BOOKING EVENT ASSISTANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Monona Terrace Booking Event Assistance Advisory Committee will review fund activity and consider new funding requests for several future conferences and conventions. The agenda includes a fund activity memo and 11 separate funding requests for events from 2026 to 2028. No decisions are listed; the items are under discussion.

• Review of Fund Activity Memo (attachment)
• American Society of Animal Science - Midwest Section Meeting 2027 and 2028 funding requests
• Association for Computing Machinery - 2026 International Symposium on Computer Architecture request
• Botanical Society of America - Botany 2026 request
• USA Boxing - 2026 National Championships request

The Monona Terrace Booking Event Assistance Advisory Committee approved funding for ten upcoming events, totaling $189,300 in facility rental and shuttle assistance. These approvals resulted in a projected negative balance of $123 for the 2024 fund, pending the availability of 2025 funds.

• Approved $16,500 for American Society of Animal Science 2027
• Approved $16,500 for American Society of Animal Science 2028
• Approved $20,250 for Assoc for Computing Machinery 2026
• Approved $33,975 for Botanical Society of America 2026
• Approved $7,500 for Comparative and International Education Society 2027
• Approved $6,375 for Democratic Party of Wisconsin 2026
• Approved $31,500 for Handweavers Guild of America 2026
• Approved $9,750 for National Junior College Athletic Association 2028

MADISON ARTS COMMISSION

The Madison Arts Commission meeting scheduled for December 3, 2024, was cancelled because the body did not have a quorum. The agenda included items such as introducing a new member, reviewing the Madison Public Market Art Plan, and voting on a 2025 BLINK Proposal.

• Cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Introduce new Madison Arts Commission Member Tony Sansalone
• Review Madison Public Market Art Plan
• Review 2025 BLINK Proposal recommendation
• MAC 50th Anniversary Celebration at Madison Children's Museum

STREET USE STAFF COMMISSION (ended 1/14/2025)

This meeting was cancelled. The sole agenda item was an ordinance to eliminate the Street Use Staff Commission and reassign its duties to city staff.

• Ordinance 86213 to amend sections 10.056, 9.136, 38.07(8), and 33.27 to eliminate the Street Use Staff Commission

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Finance Committee will consider a wide range of financial items, including a year-end budget amendment appropriating $8 million from general fund reserves and transferring $7.3 million in ARPA funds. Other notable items include appointments for transit and development directors, a $20 million EPA grant for climate resilience, funding for affordable housing and child care, and contracts for fire department services and software. Several items involve grants for opioid response, public health, and parks improvements.

• Year-end appropriation resolution amending 2024 budget by $8.0 million, including $7.3M ARPA fund transfer
• Acceptance of $20,232,335 EPA grant for climate resilience and green jobs program
• Approval of $930,000 TIF loan and $4,365,000 in tax increments for 197-unit affordable housing project at 5546 Element Way
• Awarding up to $1,136,440 in CDBG funds for nonprofit housing rehabilitation projects
• Authorization of $1,600,000 federal opioid grant and $95,935 state opioid diversion grant for Madison Area Recovery Initiative

The Finance Committee recommended council adoption for numerous measures, including a $20,232,335 U.S. EPA grant for sustainability improvements, an $8.0 million Year End Appropriation Resolution for budget adjustments, and a $930,000 TIF loan for affordable housing at 5546 Element Way. The committee also failed to recommend removing a paid parking pilot from the 2025 Parks budget on a 3-3 tie vote.

• Recommended council adoption of EPA sustainability grant of $20,232,335 (Item 27)
• Recommended council adoption of $8.0 million Year End Appropriation Resolution (Item 37)
• Recommended council adoption of $930,000 TIF loan and $4,365,000 tax increment grant for affordable housing at 5546 Element Way (Item 30)
• Recommended council adoption of $1,600,000 COSSUP grant for Madison Area Recovery Initiative (Item 28)
• Recommended council adoption of child care facility loans totaling up to $250,000 (Item 23)
• Motion to remove paid parking pilot from Parks operating budget failed in a 3-3 tie vote (Item 35)
• Recommended council adoption of $150,000 private donation for Rennebohm Park water play feature (Item 34)
• Adopted consent agenda for items 2-8, 11-13, 15, and 17-34

PLAN COMMISSION

The Madison Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a series of development requests. Items include conditional uses for hospital landscaping and a new 228‑unit residential complex, several demolition permits for commercial buildings, and extensive zoning ordinance amendments for properties on South High Point Road and nearby streets. The commission will also consider a conditional use for a 65‑unit apartment building at 4303 Portage Road.

• Conditional use for 8102 Wellness Way / 8198 McKee Road (hospital landscaping improvements)
• Conditional use for 2150 Marty Road to build a 228‑unit residential complex with clubhouse and pool
• Demolition permits for commercial buildings at 3709 Kinsman Blvd, 814‑826 North Ave, 1810 S Park St, and 1901‑1915 S Park St
• Zoning ordinance changes for 940‑1050 South High Point Road, 1051 South Pleasant View Road, and 902 Landmark Trail across multiple districts
• Conditional use for 4303 Portage Road to construct a three‑story, 65‑unit apartment building

The Madison Plan Commission approved a conditional use for a six-story, 162-unit apartment building at 416-446 W Washington Avenue and 413-417 W Mifflin Street, subject to conditions including a management plan. The commission also approved several demolition permits, conditional uses, and zoning map amendments, including a 65-unit apartment building at 4303 Portage Road and a 228-unit complex at 2150 Marty Road. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved conditional use for 162-unit apartment building at 416-446 W Washington Ave (voice vote)
• Approved conditional use for 65-unit apartment building at 4303 Portage Road (voice vote)
• Approved conditional use for 228-unit apartment complex at 2150 Marty Road (voice vote)
• Approved demolition permits for commercial buildings at 3709 Kinsman Blvd, 814-826 North Ave, 1810 S Park St, 1901-1915 S Park St, 810/818 W Badger Rd (voice votes)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for Hill Valley development at 940-1050 S High Point Rd (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 802-818 W Badger Rd to RMX (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of PD-SIP for 6701 McKee Rd/6702 Mader Dr (voice vote)
• Recommended re-referral of Urban Design Commission ordinance amendment to May 12, 2025 (voice vote)

CITY-COUNTY HOMELESS ISSUES COMMITTEE

The City-County Homeless Issues Committee will meet to discuss eviction resources in Dane County and the implications of the Grant Pass v Johnson Supreme Court ruling. The body is scheduled to take action on the 2025 Committee Workplan.

• Presentation on evictions and eviction resources in Dane County by the Tenant Resource Center
• Presentation on Grant Pass v Johnson Supreme Court ruling by the Interagency Council on Homelessness
• Action item: 2025 Committee Workplan

The City-County Homeless Issues Committee approved its 2025 Committee Work Plan, including a friendly amendment allowing additional topics and flexible presentation dates. Members also heard presentations on eviction resources in Dane County and the Grant Pass v Johnson Supreme Court ruling, but took no other formal action.

• Approved 2025 Committee Work Plan with friendly amendment (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of October 7, 2024 (voice vote; Nasra Wehelie abstained)

ALCOHOL LICENSE REVIEW COMMITTEE

The Operator Subcommittee is meeting to review applications for alcohol operator licenses. These applications will move to the full committee on December 18, 2024, and the Common Council on January 14, 2025.

• Operator License Application: Stormy R Louis
• Operator License Application: Patricia Lara (The Park Hotel)

The Alcohol License Review Committee met virtually on November 27, 2024, and took action on two operator license applications. The application by Stormy R Louis was referred to a future meeting, while the application by Patricia Lara, employed at The Park Hotel, was returned to the lead with a recommendation for approval. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Referred operator license application for Stormy R Louis to a future meeting (voice vote)
• Returned operator license application for Patricia Lara to lead with recommendation for approval (voice vote)

VENDING OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (ended 3/2026)

The November 27, 2024, meeting of the Vending Oversight Committee was cancelled. The agenda included a staff report regarding 82157 Street Vending.

• 82157 Street Vending Staff Report

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Community Development Authority board will discuss and vote on two resolutions: appointing Linette Rhodes as Deputy Director and authorizing a development agreement with EC Residential to build multi-family affordable housing and parking at 5546 Element Way in University Research Park.

• Resolution 4636 – appointing Linette Rhodes as Deputy Director of the CDA
• Resolution 4635 – authorizing a development agreement with EC Residential for affordable housing and parking stalls at 5546 Element Way
• Public comment period open for registration

The Community Development Authority approved the appointment of Linette Rhodes as Deputy Director and authorized a development agreement with EC Residential for affordable housing at 5546 Element Way. The board also approved the minutes from its previous meeting.

• Approved minutes of November 18, 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 4636 appointing Linette Rhodes as Deputy Director (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 4635 authorizing a development agreement with EC Residential for affordable housing at 5546 Element Way (voice vote)

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council will hold public hearings and vote on three zoning map amendments: rezone 10-16 N 7th St to Traditional Shopping Street, 933 S Holt Circle to Amended Planned Development with a Specific Implementation Plan, and 619-699 W Mifflin St to Urban Mixed-Use. Additionally, the council will consider a public health ordinance amendment adding fees and inspection requirements, confirm meeting formats through March 2025, and act on appointments to the Police Civilian Oversight Board.

• Rezone 10-16 N 7th St from TR-C4 to TSS (District 12)
• Rezone 933 S Holt Circle from PD to Amended PD with Specific Implementation Plan (District 20)
• Rezone 619-699 W Mifflin St from PD to UMX (District 4)
• Amend public health regulations to add fees, licenses, and pre-inspection requirements
• Appointments to the Police Civilian Oversight Board

The Madison Common Council approved a series of consent agenda items, including major funding for affordable housing and redevelopment. It awarded up to $9.85 million from the Affordable Housing Fund to four projects supporting about 275 new rental units, and allocated $4.8 million in HOME funds plus $5.2 million in Emergency Rental Assistance to finance Phase 1 of the Triangle public housing redevelopment. The council also approved zoning changes, public works contracts, and various grants and loans, all unanimously.

• Awarded up to $9,850,000 from Affordable Housing Fund for four projects (unanimous)
• Allocated $4.8M HOME and $5.2M ERA funds for Triangle redevelopment (unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 TIF loan to Little Tibet Market & Café (unanimous)
• Approved $178,150 loan refinance to YWCA Madison (unanimous)
• Approved $1.25M USDOT grant for Safe Streets program (unanimous)
• Approved zoning change at 10-16 N Seventh St to TSS (unanimous)
• Approved zoning change at 619-699 W Mifflin St to UMX (unanimous)
• Approved $20.2M EPA grant application for climate resilience (referred)

COMMON COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

The Common Council Executive Committee is meeting to discuss the procedures for the censure or removal of an alder. The body will also review a list of future agenda items.

• Overview of procedures for censure or removal of an alder
• Review of future agenda items

The Common Council Executive Committee met virtually and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The only substantive action was a 6-0 roll call vote to allow a late registrant to speak on an item about procedures for censure or removal of an alder. No other decisions were made; the item itself was only discussed, not voted on.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Allowed late registrant to speak on censure/removal procedures (6-0)

WATER UTILITY BOARD

The Madison Water Utility Board will meet to consider several routine items, including approving the 2025 meeting schedule, a change to meeting format, and receiving monthly reports. The board will also honor four retiring employees: Brian Boettcher, Kelly Moore, Dino Lucas, and Glenn Puntney. No major policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Commendations for retiring employees (Brian Boettcher, Kelly Moore, Dino Lucas, Glenn Puntney)
• Approval of 2025 Water Utility Board Meetings Schedule
• Discussion of change to meeting format
• Monthly reports on water production, financial conditions, capital projects, operations, and public information
• Meeting evaluation and discussion led by Board Member Callisto

The board approved the 2025 meeting schedule and announced that meetings will return to an in-person format at the Olin Water Utility location starting January 2025. The board also accepted several monthly operational and financial reports and issued commendations to four retiring employees.

• Approved 2025 Water Utility Board Meetings Schedule (voice vote)
• Approved October 22, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Received retirement commendations for Brian Boettcher (voice vote)
• Received retirement commendations for Kelly Moore (voice vote)
• Received retirement commendations for Dino Lucas (voice vote)
• Received retirement commendations for Glenn Puntney (voice vote)
• Accepted November 2024 Water Production Monthly Report (voice vote)
• Accepted November 2024 Financial Conditions, Capital Projects, Operations, and Public Information reports (voice vote)

HUMANITARIAN AWARD COMMISSION, REVEREND DOCTOR MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

The Humanitarian Award Commission is meeting to finalize the selection of the 2025 MLK Humanitarian Award winners. The body will also discuss the 2025 King Coalition Program and establish its 2025 meeting schedule.

• Selection of 2025 MLK Humanitarian Award winners
• Discussion of 2025 King Coalition Program
• Establishment of 2025 meeting schedule

The commission voted not to move any Youth Nominees forward, then moved to award the 2025 MLK Humanitarian Award to Charles Tubbs Sr. and Sherry Wallace. The minutes do not record a vote tally for the award motion. The commission also approved its previous minutes, heard an update on the 2025 King Coalition Program, and adjourned. No public comment or disclosures were recorded.

• Approved prior meeting minutes by voice vote
• Voted not to move any Youth Nominees forward (voice vote)
• Moved to award the 2025 MLK Humanitarian Award to Charles Tubbs Sr. and Sherry Wallace (no tally recorded)
• Adjourned at 7:13 pm by voice vote

SUSTAINABLE MADISON COMMITTEE

The committee will meet to receive a budget update from Deputy Mayor Baumel and a report on the Youth Climate Conference. The agenda also includes a presentation from three local organizations focused on the built environment and sustainability, along with a staff update on current initiatives.

• Budget update from Deputy Mayor Baumel
• Presentation from three local organizations on built environment and sustainability
• Report on Youth Climate Conference
• Sustainability staff update on current initiatives

The committee approved the October 21, 2024 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. Members received presentations on sustainability in the city budget, local organizations working on the built environment, a youth climate conference, and a quarterly staff update. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved October 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

ETHICS BOARD

The Madison Ethics Board meeting will include public comment and required disclosures. It will introduce new board members and staff. The board will review an advisory opinion (Item 85412) about using an Alder account to pay a fiscal sponsorship fee for Barbara Harrington‑McKinney. It will also hold a hearing (Item 85413) on a complaint filed by Emily Samson against Shadayra Kilfoy‑Flores.

• Public comment (Item 86263)
• Introduction of board members and staff (Item 2)
• Advisory Opinion (Item 85412) on Alder account use for a fiscal sponsorship fee
• Hearing (Item 85413) on ethics complaint by Emily Samson against Shadayra Kilfoy‑Flores
• Required disclosures and recusals under the City’s Ethics Code

The Madison Ethics Board adopted an advisory opinion stating that using Alder account funds for a private project without Common Council approval violates the city's Ethics Code. The board also granted a continuance for a complaint hearing against Shadayra Kilfoy-Flores, rescheduling it to December 17, 2024, after initially denying the request.

• Adopted advisory opinion re: Barbara Harrington-McKinney's use of Alder account (unanimous)
• Denied request for continuance in Kilfoy-Flores hearing (3-3, motion failed)
• Granted continuance to Dec 17, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved October 1, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION

The Police and Fire Commission will consider final recommendations for 39 police officers who completed their probationary periods. The body will also discuss adding candidates to the police hiring list and potential promotions for five fire department employees.

• Probationary period completion for 39 police officers
• Action to add candidates to the Police Department hiring list
• Promotion of Cory Hesseling to Apparatus Engineer
• Promotion of Bryan Steel to Apparatus Engineer
• Promotion of David Schrimpf to Lieutenant

The Police and Fire Commission reconsidered and approved the final recommendations for 32 police officers who successfully completed their probationary period, effective November 30, 2024. The commission also added 13 candidates to the police hiring list and approved five fire department promotions, including four to Apparatus Engineer and one to Lieutenant, effective November 24, 2024.

• Approved probation completion for 32 police officers (voice vote)
• Added 13 candidates to police hiring list (voice vote)
• Approved promotion of Cory Hesseling to Apparatus Engineer (voice vote)
• Approved promotion of Bryan Steel to Apparatus Engineer (voice vote)
• Approved promotion of Marta Darrow to Apparatus Engineer (voice vote)
• Approved promotion of Adam Perez to Apparatus Engineer (voice vote)
• Approved promotion of David Schrimpf to Lieutenant (voice vote)

DISABILITY RIGHTS COMMISSION

The November 21, 2024 meeting of the Madison Disability Rights Commission was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No business was conducted, and no decisions were made. The next steps are not specified in this agenda.

• Meeting cancelled; no items discussed or decided.

The Disability Rights Commission meeting scheduled for November 21, 2024, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No substantive decisions were made, and no agenda items were discussed or voted on.

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to discuss routine administrative matters, including an update on board procedures and the 2025 meeting schedule. No specific zoning appeals or variance cases are on the agenda.

• Board Procedures Update (Item 2)
• 2025 Meeting Schedule (Item 3)
• Communications and Announcements (Item 4)

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved an amended procedures manual and set its 2025 meeting schedule, including a June 12 meeting. No public comments or disclosures were made, and no zoning cases were decided.

• Approved October 17, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Adopted amended ZBA procedures manual (4-0)
• Scheduled 2025 meeting for June 12, 2025

MONONA TERRACE COMMUNITY AND CONVENTION CENTER BOARD

The Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center Board will consider authorizing contract amendments with Sound Production and Lighting, LLC and a new agreement with Verizon Wireless. The board will also hear a presentation on the State of the Downtown by Jason Ilstrup and receive operational and financial reports.

• Authorizing amendment with Sound Production and Lighting, LLC (no dollar amount stated)
• Authorizing agreement with Verizon Wireless (no dollar amount stated)
• Presentation on State of the Downtown by Jason Ilstrup, Downtown Madison Inc.
• Booking Pace Update and Finance Report
• December board meeting cancellation announced

The Monona Terrace board approved amendments to contracts with Sound Production and Lighting, LLC and Verizon Wireless, both by voice vote. The board also received reports on strong revenue projections and financial performance, and was briefed on downtown initiatives.

• Approved amendment with Sound Production and Lighting, LLC (voice vote)
• Approved agreement with Verizon Wireless (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (voice vote)

DOWNTOWN COORDINATING COMMITTEE (ended 4/2026)

The Downtown Coordinating Committee will hold a public comment period and consider several reports. Items include a report on mall concourse maintenance and special events for 2024, an initial draft of the State Street pedestrian mall experiment report, a status update on Mifflin Plaza, and a secretary’s report outlining the 2025 meeting calendar. No formal decisions are indicated; the agenda consists of informational updates and discussion.

• Report of Mall Concourse Maintenance and Special Events 2024
• Initial draft report on State Street 2024 Pedestrian Mall Experiment
• Status update on Mifflin Plaza
• Secretary’s report with 2025 calendar of meeting dates

The Downtown Coordinating Committee voted to refer the State Street 2024 Pedestrian Mall Experiment draft report to its next meeting, requesting staff update it with discussed topics and add graphics. The committee also heard updates on Mall Concourse maintenance, including encampment issues and holiday lights, and discussed the Mifflin Plaza timeline. No final decisions were made on the pedestrian mall's future.

• Referred State Street Ped Mall report to next meeting with staff updates and graphics (voice vote)
• Approved October 21, 2024 minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned at 7:30 pm (voice vote)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES COMMISSION

The Equal Opportunities Commission will consider amending Section 39.03(8)(i)3.b. of the Madison General Ordinances to align with state law. The agenda also includes discussion of the EOC work plan, an alder report, and the EOD manager's report on technology, HUD projects, training, and enforcement updates. A community listening session follows the business meeting.

• Amending Section 39.03(8)(i)3.b. of the Madison General Ordinances (Equal Opportunities Ordinance) to align with state law
• EOC Work Plan discussion
• Alder Report to the EOC
• EOD Manager Report: technology updates, HUD project updates, training, special projects, and enforcement updates
• Community Listening Session from 6:00–7:45 PM

ALCOHOL LICENSE REVIEW COMMITTEE

The Alcohol License Review Committee will hold public hearings for 10 new alcohol license applications, consider two requests to extend license issuance deadlines, and review a change of agent and a 21+ entertainment license. The committee will also receive reports from the Madison Police Department and City Clerk's Office. Decisions will be forwarded to the Common Council for its December 10, 2024 meeting.

• Change of agent for Kwik Trip 956 at 3153 Maple Grove Dr to Ellen J Nelson
• Second request to extend license issuance for Cielo at 118 State St (MCKO LLC)
• Second request to extend license issuance for Atico Lounge at 823 E Washington Ave (Tacos & Tequila LLC)
• 21+ Entertainment License for ONE Social at 109 E Wilson St (ONE 09 Retail LLC)
• Public hearing for new license: Alimentari at 2623 Monroe St (Dirtyfork LLC)

The Alcohol License Review Committee recommended approval of 14 new alcohol licenses, including several with conditions, and granted requests to extend license issuance deadlines. All recommendations will go to the Common Council on December 10, 2024.

• Recommended granting new license for Alimentari (2623 Monroe St)
• Recommended granting with conditions new license for Metztli (2705 W Beltline Hwy) - alcohol service ends 10pm nightly
• Recommended granting with conditions new license for Blue Moon Bar and Grill (2535 University Ave) - 9 conditions including noise and trash management
• Recommended granting with conditions new license for Izakaya Kuroyama (419 State St) - must meet restaurant definition and have food available
• Recommended granting new license for Holiday Inn at the American Center (5109 West Terrace Dr) after reconsideration
• Recommended granting new license for Forward Craft & Coffee (2166 Atwood Ave)
• Recommended granting with conditions new license for La Penca (1821 S Park St) - 9 conditions including 10pm close and security plan
• Recommended granting new license for Tailer Nicole Wine and Cupcakes (2352 S Park St)

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (ended 3/2026)

The Economic Development Committee will vote on authorizing a $125,000 loan to Little Tibet Market & Café for real estate improvements at 1113 North Sherman Avenue through the TID 54 Small Cap TIF loan program. The committee will also discuss updates to the City of Madison Economic Development Plan, the 2025 City Budget, the Economic Development Division's 2021-2023 report, and a financial assistance dashboard, along with a discussion on means testing for financial assistance programs.

• Vote on $125,000 loan to Little Tibet Market & Café for improvements at 1113 North Sherman Avenue via TID 54 Small Cap TIF
• Discussion of City of Madison Economic Development Plan Update
• Discussion regarding the 2025 City Budget including operating and capital budgets
• Presentation of the Economic Development Division 2021-2023 Report
• Discussion on 'Means Testing' for Economic Development Division Financial Assistance Programs

The Economic Development Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the Common Council approve a $125,000 loan to Little Tibet Market & Café for real estate improvements at 1113 North Sherman Avenue, funded through the TID 54 Small Cap TIF program. The committee also discussed the Economic Development Plan update, the 2025 city budget, the division's 2021-2023 report, and a financial assistance dashboard, but took no formal action on these items. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended $125,000 loan to Little Tibet Market & Café for improvements at 1113 North Sherman Ave (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes from September 11, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Board of Public Works will consider several construction contracts and change orders, including approvals for public improvements at multiple development sites. A key item is the approval of plans, specifications, and funding for the Monona Terrace Tunnel Lighting project, estimated at $1,854,097. The board will also adopt assessments for the N. Rusk Avenue district and declare intent to create new assessment districts on East Main, South Hancock, and Shawnee Pass streets.

• Approve Monona Terrace Tunnel Lighting project – $1,854,097 (District 4)
• Approve plans for 128 Langdon Street public improvements (District 2)
• Approve plans for Madison Yards at Hill Farms Phase 4 improvements (District 11)
• Approve change order $46,799.07 to Truax Lift Station Replacement contract (District 12)
• Declare intent to establish East Main & South Hancock Assessment District (2025) and Shawnee Pass Assessment District (2025)

The Board of Public Works approved the consent agenda and recommended several items to the City Council, including the N. Rusk Avenue Assessment District with a 15-year payback period. It also recommended approval of multiple private and public construction contracts, change orders, and contract awards. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved minutes of November 6, 2024 meeting
• Adopted consent agenda
• Recommended N. Rusk Avenue Assessment District with 15-year payback to Council
• Recommended 128 Langdon Street private contract to Council
• Recommended Madison Yards at Hill Farms Phase 4 private contract to Council
• Recommended 755 Braxton Place private contract to Council
• Recommended Village at Autumn Lake stormwater improvements to Council
• Approved change orders including Truax Lift Station ($46,799.07) and State St. Campus Garage ($385,028.98)

URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION

The Urban Design Commission will review and potentially approve several design and signage items, including a final approval for signage at 110 Belmont Road and 617 North Shore Drive, exterior modifications at 4520 East Towne Boulevard and 825 W Badger Road. The commission will also provide advisory input on a planned mixed-use development at 6701 McKee Road and a multi-family complex at 2150 Marty Road. A proposed ordinance repealing and recreating UDC regulations is referred to April 2025.

• 6701 McKee Road — Planned Development-Specific Implementation Plan for a mixed-use development (advisory body)
• 825 W Badger Road — Exterior modifications and building addition for Madison Area Technical College (approving body)
• 4520 East Towne Boulevard — Exterior building modifications in Urban Design District 5 (approving body)
• 85975 8102 Wellness Way/8198 McKee Road — Accessory structures and site improvements for Meriter Hospital (advisory body)
• Repealing and recreating Section 33.24 of Madison General Ordinances regarding UDC (referred to April 30, 2025)

The Urban Design Commission granted final approval for signage at 110 Belmont Road and 617 North Shore Drive, initial approval for exterior modifications at 4520 East Towne Boulevard, and final approval for a public building addition at 825 W Badger Road. It also made advisory recommendations to the Plan Commission to approve two mixed-use developments at 6701 McKee Road and 2150 Marty Road/7751 Mid Town Road, each with conditions. The commission referred an ordinance revision to its April 2025 meeting and elected new officers.

• Granted final approval for signage at 110 Belmont Road (voice vote)
• Granted final approval for signage exception at 617 North Shore Drive (voice vote)
• Granted initial approval for exterior modifications at 4520 East Towne Boulevard (voice vote)
• Granted final approval for public building addition at 825 W Badger Road (4-0, with recusal)
• Advisory recommendation to approve mixed-use development at 6701 McKee Road (voice vote)
• Advisory recommendation to approve residential complex at 2150 Marty Road/7751 Mid Town Road (voice vote)
• Advisory recommendation to approve hospital accessory structures at 8102 Wellness Way (voice vote)
• Referred ordinance revision to April 30, 2025 meeting (voice vote)

TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION

The Transportation Commission will review and provide feedback on several transportation projects, including a policy on e-bike speeds on shared-use paths and a proposal to restrict e-bikes from sidewalks. Other items include the S High Point Road transportation projects, East Madison Bikeways at East Washington and Commercial, Metro Transit Route B north side charger installation, and a quarterly traffic safety report.

• Review of Public Works Transportation Projects on S High Point Road
• East Madison Bikeways project at East Washington and Commercial
• Metro Transit Route B North Side Charger Installation
• E-Bike speeds and speed policy on shared use paths
• Restricting e-bikes and like devices from sidewalks in Madison

The Transportation Commission recommended option 2 for the S High Point Road project, which includes parking, in a 6-2 roll call vote. The commission also referred the Quarterly Traffic Safety Reports to a future meeting. Other items were discussed but no decisions were made.

• Recommended option 2 for S High Point Road project, including parking (6-2)
• Referred Quarterly Traffic Safety Reports to a future meeting (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of October 30 meeting (voice vote)

PARKS LONG RANGE PLANNING SUBCOMMITTEE

The Parks Long Range Planning Subcommittee will receive an update on the Parks and Open Space Plan and vote on the proposed 2025 meeting schedule. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment on agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from October 16, 2024 meeting
• Public comment period for agenda items
• Parks and Open Space Plan Update
• Approving Proposed 2025 Parks Long Range Planning Meeting Schedule and Format

The Parks Long Range Planning Subcommittee approved the 2025 meeting schedule and format, with virtual meetings as default and two or more in-person meetings possible. The Parks and Open Space Plan update discussion was referred to the December 18, 2024 meeting. Minutes from October 16, 2024 were approved. No public comments were made.

• Approved minutes of October 16, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Referred Parks and Open Space Plan update to December 18, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule with virtual default and option for in-person meetings (voice vote)

DEFERRED COMPENSATION COMMITTEE

The Deferred Compensation Committee will discuss the process for monitoring underperforming funds and review the scope of work for a plan financial consultant. The committee may also enter a closed session to consider two emergency withdrawal requests.

• Watch List Process for Underperforming Funds
• Review Scope of Work for Financial Consultant on Plan
• Request for Emergency Withdrawal 2024-03
• Request for Emergency Withdrawal 2024-04

The committee reviewed two requests for emergency withdrawals from deferred compensation plans. One request was approved after a second vote, while the other request was denied.

• Approved minutes from October 15, 2024 meeting
• Approved Emergency Withdrawal request 2024-03
• Denied Emergency Withdrawal request 2024-04

MADISON ARTS COMMISSION

The Madison Arts Commission meeting scheduled for November 19, 2024 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. The agenda included introducing a new commission member, reviewing standing committee assignments, and considering the Madison Public Market Art Plan and the 2025 BLINK proposal. The commission also planned to review meeting dates, locations, and an operating budget update. No decisions were made at this meeting.

• Introduce new Madison Arts Commission member – Tony Sansalone
• Elect new Public Art Standing Committee Chair and review committee assignments
• Review and vote on Madison Public Market Art Plan (food and culture wall)
• Review and vote on 2025 BLINK Plan recommendation
• Review 2025 meeting dates and locations

HABITAT STEWARDSHIP SUBCOMMITTEE (Parks)

The November 19, 2024 meeting of the Habitat Stewardship Subcommittee has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place on the scheduled agenda items, which included an informational overview of the Habitat Management Plan for Kettle Pond Conservation Park and approval of 2025 meeting dates.

The November 19, 2024 meeting of the Habitat Stewardship Subcommittee was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made, and all agenda items, including approval of prior minutes, public comment, and informational overviews, were not addressed.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Community Development Authority will vote on resolutions including selling the land at 755 Braxton Place (Brittingham Apartments) to MRCDC for the 'Taking Shape, Our Triangle' redevelopment, extending a $617,301 Allied Drive Redevelopment loan, approving 2025 property budgets, and approving a Redevelopment Master Plan for City-owned properties in the Park and Badger Area. A report on Housing Authority operations will also be discussed.

• Resolution 4631: Authorizes sale of 755 Braxton Place (Brittingham Apartments) to MRCDC for Buildings B-2 and B-3 of the 'Taking Shape, Our Triangle' redevelopment, plus loans of CDA Redevelopment Capital Funds.
• Resolution 4634: Extends an Allied Drive Redevelopment loan from Johnson Bank maturing Dec 30, 2024, in the amount of $617,301.
• Resolution 4632: Approves 2025 CDA Redevelopment Authority property budgets.
• Resolution 4633: Approves Redevelopment Master Plan and Phasing and Affordability Plan for City-owned properties at 802, 810, 818 West Badger Road and 825 Hughes Place.
• Report on Housing Authority Operations.

The Community Development Authority approved the 2025 property budgets and a loan extension for Allied Drive. The board also authorized a land sale for the Brittingham Apartments and approved a master plan for properties in the Park and Badger Area.

• Approved 2025 CDA Redevelopment Authority property budgets (voice vote)
• Approved loan extension from Johnson Bank for Allied Drive Redevelopment in the amount of $617,301 (voice vote)
• Approved Purchase and Sale Agreement to sell 755 Braxton Place (Brittingham Apartments) to MRCDC and authorized associated loans (voice vote)
• Approved Redevelopment Master Plan and Phasing and Affordability Plan for 802, 810, 818 West Badger Road and 825 Hughes Place (voice vote)
• Approved October 10, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Finance Committee will consider awarding up to $9.85 million from the Affordable Housing Fund for four projects creating 275 rental units, authorize a $10 million allocation for Triangle public housing redevelopment, and discuss a TIF investment for affordable housing at 5546 Element Way in closed session. Other items include a $125,000 loan to Little Tibet Market & Café, a $276,376 software contract extension, and a property sale/leaseback with The Salvation Army.

• Awarding up to $9,850,000 from Affordable Housing Fund to support four projects adding 275 rental units, 167 affordable (Item 12)
• Allocating $4.8M HOME and $5.2M ERA funds to redevelop Triangle public housing site (Item 11)
• Authorizing $125,000 TIF loan to Little Tibet Market & Café for improvements at 1113 North Sherman Avenue (Item 4)
• Authorizing purchase of 3030 Darbo Drive from The Salvation Army with leaseback (Item 6)
• Using up to $250,000 CDBG for Hawthorne-Truax neighborhood improvements (Item 10)

The committee recommended several funding allocations to the Common Council, including nearly $10 million for affordable housing and millions in federal funds for public housing and neighborhood improvements. It also recommended a $125,000 loan for the Little Tibet Market & Café.

• Recommended $9.85M from Affordable Housing Fund for four development projects (voice vote)
• Recommended $4.8M HOME and $5.2M Emergency Rental Assistance funds for Triangle public housing redevelopment (voice vote)
• Recommended $125,000 loan to Little Tibet Market & Café for real estate improvements (voice vote)
• Recommended $250,000 in CDBG funds for Hawthorne-Truax Neighborhood plan projects (voice vote)
• Recommended $123,000 in CDBG funds for South Madison Neighborhood Plan projects (voice vote)
• Recommended $178,150 total loan to YWCA Madison for facility improvements (voice vote)
• Recommended $276,376 contract amendment for Trapeze Software Group back-office software (voice vote)
• Recommended placing the purchase and sale agreement for 3030 Darbo Drive on file without prejudice (voice vote)

PLAN COMMISSION

The Plan Commission is reviewing several development requests, including demolition permits and conditional uses for new apartment buildings. Multiple items regarding zoning and landscaping have been referred to future meetings.

• 306 S Brearly Street: Demolition of commercial building for a mixed-use building with 120 apartments and 1,500 sq ft of commercial space
• 423-427 W Mifflin Street: Demolition of three buildings for a four-story, 40-unit apartment building
• 6717 Odana Road: Conditional use for animal boarding in a multi-tenant commercial building
• 3322 Agriculture Drive and 5017-5025 Femrite Drive: Approval of a Certified Survey Map for Danisco USA, Inc.
• Referral of 416-446 W Washington Avenue project (162-unit apartment building) to December 2

The Plan Commission approved a conditional use for a mixed-use building with 120 apartments and 1,500 sq ft of commercial space at 306 S Brearly Street, adding a condition to explore micro units for affordability. It also approved a demolition permit and forwarded a certified survey map for the same property to the Common Council. Several other items were approved, including a conditional use for animal boarding at 6717 Odana Road and a demolition permit for 423-427 W Mifflin Street, along with a conditional use for a 40-unit apartment building there. Items 10-15 were referred to the December 2, 2024 meeting for further review or re-noticing.

• Approved conditional use for 120-unit mixed-use building at 306 S Brearly St (voice vote)
• Approved demolition permit for 306 S Brearly St (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of CSM for 306 S Brearly St to Common Council (voice vote)
• Approved conditional use for animal boarding at 6717 Odana Rd (voice vote)
• Approved demolition permit for 423-427 W Mifflin St (voice vote)
• Approved conditional use for 40-unit apartment building at 423-427 W Mifflin St (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of CSM for 423-427 W Mifflin St to Common Council (voice vote)
• Referred items 10-15 to December 2, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION

This is a procedural notice that members of the Police and Fire Commission have been invited to the Madison Police Department's 2024 Class graduation ceremony, where a quorum may be present. No official decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Possible quorum at Madison Police Department Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony on November 14, 2024

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council is meeting to conduct 2025 budget deliberations if needed. The agenda notes that items continued from the November 12, 2024 meeting may be addressed if that meeting was recessed to reconvene.

• 2025 Budget Deliberations

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The CDA Finance Subcommittee will review third-quarter financials for the Housing Authority and Redevelopment Authority, and consider 2025 property budgets to recommend to the full CDA Board. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is a discussion only.

• Review of third-quarter financials for CDA Housing Authority and Redevelopment Authority
• Review of 2025 CDA Redevelopment Authority property budgets for recommendation to CDA Board

The CDA Finance Subcommittee met virtually and approved the minutes from September 5, 2024. No substantive decisions were made; the subcommittee only reviewed third-quarter financials for the CDA Housing Authority and Redevelopment Authority, and the 2025 Redevelopment Authority property budgets, with no action taken on either item.

• Approved minutes of September 5, 2024 (voice vote)
• Reviewed Q3 financials for CDA Housing Authority and Redevelopment Authority (no action)
• Reviewed 2025 CDA Redevelopment Authority property budgets (no action)

COMMON COUNCIL

This Common Council meeting is a continuation of the November 12, 2024 session, with 2025 budget deliberations scheduled if necessary. No public testimony will be taken if public hearings were already closed at the previous meeting. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no new items listed.

• 2025 budget deliberations (continued from November 12 meeting if needed)
• No public testimony if public hearings were closed on November 12
• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and virtual participation options

STREET USE STAFF COMMISSION (ended 1/14/2025)

The Street Use Staff Commission will consider, discuss, and vote on street‑use permits, including the Sip & Glow holiday event set for Saturday, Dec 6, 2024. The event proposes street closures on 100 King St and 100 S Pinckney from 4 pm to 11 pm, a parking lane on 100 E Main St, and sidewalk space on 100 E Main and 10 S Pinckney. The meeting will also review year‑end and year‑ahead documents and share staff announcements about recent and upcoming street‑use events.

• Sip & Glow: King Street Holiday – Dec 6, 2024, 6 pm‑9 pm; street closure 100 King St & 100 S Pinckney (4 pm‑11 pm), parking lane 100 E Main St, sidewalk space 100 E Main & 10 S Pinckney.
• Review of Year End / Year Ahead documents: 2019‑2024 permitted activities, 2025 draft event calendar, 2025 meeting schedule.
• Staff announcements recapping recent permitted street‑use events such as Dane County Farmers Markets, Madison Night Market, Science on the Square, and upcoming events through Dec 2024.
• Public comment item 85983 – opportunity for residents to speak or submit comments.
• Approval of minutes from the 10/16/24 meeting (item 85983).

The commission approved a street use permit for the SIP & GLOW: A King Street Holiday event, pending receipt of required documents and subject to conditions including insurance, notifications, and operational requirements. No public comment was registered, and no disclosures or recusals were made. Informational items on year-end documents were presented without discussion.

• Approved street use permit for SIP & GLOW: A King Street Holiday (Dec 6, 2024) pending required documents (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council will deliberate the 2025 Capital and Operating Budgets with public testimony. It will vote to adopt the 2025 City Budget, which authorizes a 2024 general property tax levy and a supplemental increase, and declares intent to issue bonds. The Council will also confirm hybrid meeting formats through March 25, 2025.

• Recessed public hearing on 2025 Executive Capital Budget (Item 84843)
• Recessed public hearing on 2025 Executive Operating Budget (Item 85264)
• Adopting the 2025 City Budget authorizing a 2024 general property tax levy of $________
• Adopting a supplemental increase of $________ in the allowable 2024 property tax levy
• Confirming hybrid meeting formats through March 25, 2025 with specified dates

The Common Council adopted the 2025 City Budget, authorizing a general property tax levy of $318,100,323 and a supplemental increase of $14,042. The budget was approved after multiple amendments, with the final adoption passing unanimously. The council also confirmed meeting formats through March 2025.

• Adopted 2025 City Budget with $318,100,323 property tax levy (unanimous)
• Approved supplemental $14,042 property tax levy increase
• Adopted 2025 Executive Capital Budget as amended
• Adopted 2025 Executive Operating Budget as amended
• Confirmed council meeting formats through March 25, 2025

POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION

The Madison Police and Fire Commission approved final promotions for 39 probationary police officers, advanced three police officers to higher leadership roles, and added candidates to the Fire Department hiring and contingent hiring lists. The commission also adjourned initial hearings for two citizen complaints against police officers to December 9, 2024, at the request of the complainant.

• Approved October 14 and October 24, 2024 minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned initial hearing for Vincent Hopkins v. Officer Shannon Kuhl to December 9, 2024 (voice vote)
• Adjourned initial hearing for Vincent Hopkins, Sr. v. Sgt. Gregg Sosoka to December 9, 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved adding 30 candidates from the eligibility list to the Fire Department hiring list (voice vote)
• Approved adding 6 candidates from the eligibility list to the Fire Department contingent hiring list (voice vote)
• Approved final promotions of 39 probationary police officers effective November 30, 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved extending the probationary period for PPO Bailey Heimsoth to June 27, 2025 (voice vote)
• Approved promotions of Eugene Woehrle to Captain, Caleb Johnson to Lieutenant, and Nicholas Eull to Lieutenant effective January 5, 2025 (voice vote)

LANDMARKS COMMISSION

The Landmarks Commission will decide on two Certificate of Appropriateness requests for signage: one at the designated Brittingham Boathouse (617 North Shore Dr) and another in the Third Lake Ridge Historic District (825 Williamson St). The commission will also discuss its 2025 meeting schedule, a historic resource nomination form, and receive a list of buildings proposed for demolition (2902 Dryden Dr and 4303 Portage Rd).

• 617 North Shore Dr – signage alteration for Brittingham Boathouse, a designated Madison landmark
• 825 Williamson St – signage alteration in the Third Lake Ridge Historic District
• Buildings proposed for demolition: 2902 Dryden Dr and 4303 Portage Rd (regular business)
• Discussion of 2025 Landmarks Commission meeting dates
• Historic Resource Nomination Form item on new business

The commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness for signage at 617 North Shore Dr (Brittingham Boathouse) and 825 Williamson St, with the boathouse approval subject to staff review of final signage/flagpole locations and Madison Parks approval. It also recommended that two buildings slated for demolition have no historic value, and referred a historic resource nomination form update to the December meeting.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at Brittingham Boathouse, 617 North Shore Dr, with conditions (voice vote)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at 825 Williamson St (voice vote)
• Recommended to Plan Commission that buildings at 2902 Dryden Dr and 4303 Portage Rd have no known historic value (voice vote)
• Referred historic resource nomination form update to December 9, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD

The Madison Public Library Board will meet to consider several approval items, including the library's Collection Development Policy, the 2025 operating calendar, financial reports, and the year-end budget projection. The board will also elect officers for the coming year. Public comment will be taken.

• Approval of Madison Public Library's Collection Development Policy and Request for Reconsideration Form
• Approval of the 2025 Madison Public Library Operating Calendar
• Approval of September 2024 Financial Reports and October 2024 Capital Budget Report
• Approval of 2024 Year-End Budget Projection and appropriation to amend 2024 operating budget
• Election of President, Vice-President, and Secretary/Treasurer

The Madison Public Library Board approved the 2025 operating calendar, the September 2024 financial reports, the October 2024 capital budget report, the 2024 year-end budget projection with an appropriation to amend the 2024 operating budget, and the 2025 Intersystem Resource Library Agreement. The board also approved the Library Director's Report for October 2024 and the Collection Development Policy with its Request for Reconsideration Form. A Bylaws Review Subcommittee was created, and officers were elected for the coming year.

• Approved Library Director's Report for October 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved Collection Development Policy and Request for Reconsideration Form (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 Madison Public Library Operating Calendar (voice vote)
• Approved September 2024 Financial Reports (voice vote)
• Approved October 2024 Capital Budget Report (voice vote)
• Approved 2024 Year-End Budget Projection and appropriation to amend 2024 operating budget (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 Intersystem Resource Library Agreement with Southwest Library System (voice vote)
• Created Bylaws Review Subcommittee with members Hempstead, Garcia, and Lovelace (voice vote)

EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION COMMITTEE

The Early Childhood Care and Education Committee will meet virtually to review the Tuition Assistance Program, the 2025 Budget, and Child Care Unit initiatives. The meeting agenda includes reports on new member introductions, meeting schedules, and updates from the Community Services Committee.

• Review of 2025 Budget and Tuition Assistance Program
• Discussion of 2025 Child Care Unit Initiatives
• 2025 ECCEC Meeting Schedule
• Community Services Committee Update
• Approval of September 12, 2024, minutes

The Early Childhood Care and Education Committee met virtually and approved the minutes from the previous meeting unanimously. The committee welcomed new member Golshan Motamedi and received updates on the tuition assistance program, 2025 budget, and childcare unit initiatives. No formal decisions were made on these items; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes from last meeting (unanimous)
• Welcomed new member Golshan Motamedi

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT COMMITTEE

The Community Development Block Grant Committee will vote on funding recommendations including $9.85 million from the Affordable Housing Fund for four projects creating 275 units (167 affordable). Other items include $10 million for Triangle public housing redevelopment, a YWCA Madison loan refinance, and neighborhood improvement plans in South Madison and Hawthorne-Truax.

• Awarding up to $9,850,000 from the Affordable Housing Fund for four projects adding ~275 units (167 affordable) in Districts 12, 18, and 19
• Allocating $4.8 million HOME funds and $5.2 million Emergency Rental Assistance for Phase 1 of Triangle public housing redevelopment (District 13)
• Refinancing a Community Facilities Loan to YWCA Madison, increasing to $178,150 for improvements at 2040 S. Park Street (District 14)
• Using $123,000 in CDBG funds for neighborhood improvements identified in the South Madison Neighborhood Plan (District 14)
• Using $250,000 in CDBG funds for improvements in the Hawthorne-Truax Neighborhood Plan (District 12)

The Community Development Block Grant Committee unanimously recommended approving four major funding items. These include $9.85 million from the Affordable Housing Fund for new rental units, $10 million in federal funds for the Triangle public housing redevelopment, a loan increase for YWCA Madison, and CDBG funds for neighborhood improvements in South Madison and Hawthorne-Truax.

• Recommended approving $9.85M from Affordable Housing Fund for 275 rental units (167 affordable) (unanimous)
• Recommended approving $10M in federal funds for Triangle public housing Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Recommended approving YWCA Madison loan refinance/increase to $178,150 for facility improvements (unanimous)
• Recommended approving $123,000 CDBG funds for South Madison neighborhood projects (unanimous)
• Recommended approving $250,000 CDBG funds for Hawthorne-Truax neighborhood projects (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 10, 2024 (voice vote)

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION COMMISSION

The City of Madison's Affirmative Action Commission will meet virtually to discuss meeting dates for 2025, the final outcome of $50,000 in hearings, and updates on recruitment and residency preference programs.

• Discussion of $50k hearings final outcome
• Meeting dates for 2025
• AAC Recruitment update
• Residency Preference Program update
• Equity Analysis and Landmark review

The Affirmative Action Commission approved its 2025 meeting schedule, agreeing to meet the first Thursday of each month from 5:30-7:30pm, except for dates on the prohibited meeting calendar. The meeting included staff updates on the $50k hearings, recruitment, residency preference program, and equity analysis, but no substantive decisions were made on these items.

• Approved 2025 meeting schedule: first Thursday monthly, 5:30-7:30pm (voice vote)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:05pm (voice vote)

BOARD OF HEALTH FOR MADISON AND DANE COUNTY

The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County will vote on amending public health ordinances to add fees and license requirements (item 4), accept state grant funding for a Disease Intervention Specialist for people who use drugs (items 3 & 5), and authorize multiple grant and budget transfers (items 7-14). A tax levy report and Community Health Needs Assessment presentation are also on the agenda.

• Amending Chapter 7 and 9 ordinances to add fees and license requirements for public health regulations (Item 4)
• Accepting WI DHS grant for 1.0 FTE Disease Intervention Specialist supporting linkages to care for people who use drugs (Items 3, 5)
• Opioid settlement funds recommendation to Health and Human Needs Committee (Item 6)
• Authorization to accept additional funds for Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program (Item 8)
• Umbrella resolution for 2025 Public Health Grants and Contracts (Item 14)

The Board of Health recommended the City Council adopt ordinance changes to Chapter 7 and Chapter 9 of the Madison General Ordinances, adding fees, license/permit requirements, and harmonizing language. The board also approved multiple resolutions accepting grant funds for various public health programs, including a disease intervention specialist, HIV prevention, and the WIC program. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Recommended to Council to adopt ordinance changes to Chapter 7 and 9 (voice vote)
• Returned to lead with recommendation for approval: $ for 1.0 FTE Disease Intervention Specialist (City resolution)
• Forwarded to County Personnel and Finance Committee with recommendation for approval: $ for 1.0 FTE Disease Intervention Specialist (County resolution)
• Adopted with amendments: 2024 Recommendation to Health and Human Needs Committee - Opioid Settlement Funds
• Granted final approval: Resolution #2024-31 Line Item Budget Transfers
• Granted final approval: Resolution #2024-32 Accept additional funds for Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program
• Granted final approval: Resolution #2024-33 Accept funds for HIV Prevention and Early Intervention
• Granted final approval: Resolution #2024-34 Accept funds for Wisconsin Well Woman Program

BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss federal grant funding for neighborhood improvement projects and concert requests at Breese Stevens Field. The body will also review a watershed study and reports on park management and fireworks.

• Request from Big Top Events for additional concerts at Breese Stevens Field in 2025
• Use of up to $123,000 in CDBG funds for South Madison Neighborhood Plan projects
• Use of up to $250,000 in CDBG funds for Hawthorne-Truax Neighborhood plan projects
• Acceptance of the Amended Final Report of the Spring Habor Watershed Study
• Informational presentation on managing toys intentionally left in parks

The Board approved a request for Big Top Events to host more concerts in 2025. The commission also recommended two federal grant projects for neighborhood improvements to the Finance Committee and accepted a watershed study report.

• Approved Big Top Events to host up to 5 additional concerts in 2025, totaling 12 (voice vote)
• Recommended approval to Finance Committee for $123,000 in CDBG funds for solar lights at Penn Park and path lights at Quann Park (voice vote)
• Recommended approval to Finance Committee for $250,000 in CDBG funds for recreational biking improvements in Carpenter-Ridgeway Park (voice vote)
• Approved Amended Final Report of the Spring Harbor Watershed Study (voice vote)
• Approved October 9, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted November 2024 Superintendent's Report (voice vote)
• Accepted minutes from Facilities, Programs and Fees; Parks Long Range Planning; and Olbrich Botanical Society (voice vote)

BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Board of Public Works is reviewing plans to advertise for bids on two infrastructure projects and approving change orders for existing contracts. The body will also consider accepting pavement from two private contracts.

• East Madison Bikeways project: estimated cost $370,000
• North Shore Drive Path reconstruction: estimated cost $480,000
• Change Order No. 21 for Metro Transit Hanson Rd. Bus Facility Remodel: $62,493.30
• Change Order No. 3 for E. Wilson St. and E. Doty St. Reconstruction: $137,625.35
• Establishment of the Meyer Avenue Assessment District - 2025

The Board of Public Works recommended approval of plans for the East Madison Bikeways project, with a condition that the city first negotiate with the railroad to resolve stormwater at the crossing, and if unsuccessful, retain the existing sidewalk. The board also approved two change orders, including a $62,493.30 change order for the Metro Transit bus facility remodel, and recommended several private and public construction items to the Council.

• Recommended East Madison Bikeways to Council with condition to negotiate railroad stormwater (voice vote)
• Approved Change Order No. 21 to Contract 9086 for $62,493.30 and 141 days (voice vote)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 to Contract 8735 for $148,550.07 (voice vote)
• Recommended acceptance of Village at Autumn Lake Phase 12 paving (voice vote)
• Recommended acceptance of Springs at Pleasant View paving (voice vote)
• Recommended establishing Meyer Avenue Assessment District 2025 (voice vote)
• Recommended North Shore Drive Path plans to Council (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of October 30, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION

The Urban Design Commission is meeting to provide approvals or advisory recommendations for several new developments. These include multi-family residential buildings and mixed-use projects across various city districts.

• Final approval request for a new mixed-use building at 6910 Seybold Road
• Advisory recommendation for a multi-family residential building at 418-446 W Washington Avenue and 413-417 W Mifflin Street
• Final approval request for a new mixed-use building at 1202 S Park Street
• Final approval request for the expansion of UW Digestive Health Clinic at 702-750 University Row and 5119 Silvertree Run
• Advisory recommendation for a multi-family residential building at 423-427 W Mifflin Street

The Urban Design Commission granted final approval for a new mixed-use building at 6910 Seybold Road and for a major amendment to the UW Digestive Health Clinic expansion at 702-750 University Row, both as consent items. The commission also made advisory recommendations to the Plan Commission to approve two new multi-family residential buildings on W Mifflin Street and one on W Washington Avenue, with conditions. A signage review at 110 Belmont Road was referred to a later meeting.

• Approved final approval for 6910 Seybold Road mixed-use building (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved final approval for UW Digestive Health Clinic expansion at 702-750 University Row (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Advisory recommendation to approve 418-446 W Washington Avenue multi-family building (voice vote)
• Advisory recommendation to approve 423-427 W Mifflin Street multi-family building (voice vote)
• Referred 110 Belmont Road signage review to 11/20/2024 (7-0, 1 abstention)

CITY, COUNTY, SCHOOLS COLLABORATIVE COMMITTEE (ended 12/2025)

The City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee will discuss how to vet potential topics, considering factors such as the committee's ability to influence the issue, who else is working on it, and its importance. Public comment and approval of previous minutes are also on the agenda.

• Discussion of item 85950: How to vet topics examining variables (CCSCC influence, existing work, importance)

PERSONNEL BOARD

The Personnel Board will review the creation or modification of several job classifications to align with the 2025 operating budget. The board will also receive updates on a compensation study and a report on position studies approved via administrative actions.

• Proposed classifications for Parking Division Director, Fleet Operations Manager, and Golf Course Superintendent
• Proposed classifications for Financial and Administrative Manager and Technology Operations Assistant
• Compensation Study update
• Report on position studies approved through administrative actions

The Personnel Board approved a motion to return item 85796 to the lead with a recommendation for approval to the Finance Committee, covering new or modified classifications for the 2025 operating budget. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made; two discussion items were heard without action.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (voice vote)
• Returned item 85796 to lead with recommendation for approval to Finance Committee (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

PLAN COMMISSION

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings on several development requests, including multiple apartment projects and demolition permits. The body is also considering zoning changes for properties on E Washington Avenue and S Holt Circle.

• Proposed 10-story, 239-unit apartment building at 619-699 W Mifflin Street
• Proposed 4-story, 136-unit apartment building at 8421 Mansion Hill Avenue
• Proposed mixed-use building with 76 apartments at 2430-2450 E Washington Avenue
• Proposed 14,595 square-foot warehousing facility at 2917 Dairy Drive
• Demolition permit for a single-family residence at 3441 Burke Avenue

The Plan Commission approved several development-related requests, including conditional uses and demolition permits for multi-family housing and commercial projects. The Commission also forwarded several zoning map amendments and certified survey maps to the Common Council with recommendations for approval.

• Approved 136-unit apartment building at 8421 Mansion Hill Avenue
• Approved demolition permit for 3441 Burke Avenue
• Approved 14,595 sq. ft. warehouse at 2917 Dairy Drive
• Approved demolition for 2430-2450 E Washington Ave/10-16 N Seventh St
• Recommended zoning change for 10-16 N Seventh St to Common Council
• Approved 76-unit mixed-use building at 2430-2450 E Washington Ave
• Recommended approval of Certified Survey Map for 2430-2450 E Washington Ave
• Approved 239-unit apartment building at 619-699 W Mifflin Street

SISTER CITY COLLABORATION COMMITTEE

The committee will review reports for the Sister City Program for November 2024. Members will also discuss communication between sister cities and schools.

• Approval of October 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Sister City Program Reports - November 2024
• Discussion on Sister City Communication with Schools

TIF REVIEW BOARD

The TIF Review Board and Joint Review Board are meeting to review the 2024 Annual Report. The meeting is primarily procedural and includes the approval of previous minutes.

• TIF Review Board/Joint Review Board 2024 Annual Report

The TIF Review Board met on October 31, 2024, to conduct administrative business. The board approved the minutes from the previous meeting and the 2024 Annual Report for the TIF Review Board and Joint Review Board.

• Approved meeting minutes
• Approved 2024 TIF Review Board/Joint Review Board Annual Report
• Adjourned meeting

PERSONNEL BOARD

The October 30, 2024, meeting of the Madison Personnel Board is cancelled. The agenda includes items regarding the 2025 operating budget classifications and a compensation study update.

• Meeting cancelled
• Approve minutes from September 11, 2024
• Create new or modify classifications for 2025 operating budget
• Compensation study update
• Personnel Board report on position studies

STREET USE STAFF COMMISSION (ended 1/14/2025)

The Madison Street Use Staff Commission meeting scheduled for October 30, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda included procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comment, but no substantive decisions or discussions were listed.

The Street Use Staff Commission meeting scheduled for October 30, 2024, was cancelled. No decisions were made or items discussed.

VENDING OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (ended 3/2026)

The Madison Vending Oversight Committee meeting will elect a new chair, thank two former members, present the 2024 Food Cart Review results, approve the 2025‑2026 Mall Concourse Vending Map, and hear a Street Vending Staff Report. Public comment will be allowed for up to three minutes per speaker.

• Election of Chair (Item 85842)
• Thanking Sean Lee (Item 85844) and Marlys Miller (Item 85845) for service
• 2024 Food Cart Review Results (Item 85847)
• Approval of the 2025‑2026 Mall Concourse Vending Map (Item 85846)
• Street Vending Staff Report (Item 82157)

The Madison Vending Oversight Committee elected Ashleigh M. Hacker as its new Chair and approved the 2025-2026 Mall Concourse Vending Map. The committee also accepted the 2024 Food Cart Review results and approved the previous meeting minutes.

• Approved 7/31/24 meeting minutes by voice vote
• Elected Ashleigh M. Hacker as Chair
• Accepted 2024 Food Cart Review results by voice vote
• Approved 2025-2026 Mall Concourse Vending Map by voice vote

BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Board of Public Works is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, including water utility improvements and watershed studies. The body will also consider various change orders for sewer and transit projects and approve public improvements for a redevelopment at 1024 Milton Street.

• Pressure Zone 4 Interstate Crossing water main project estimated at $2,000,000
• Public improvements for redevelopment at 1024 Milton Street (Private Contract No. 9562)
• Evergreen Avenue, Ohio Avenue, and Sommers Avenue Assessment District - 2025
• Change Order No. 15 for East-West Bus Rapid Transit Main Body for $208,818.27
• Amendment No. 1 for Wingra Proper Watershed Study engineering services for $2,754

The Board of Public Works approved a consent agenda and recommended several items to the Common Council, including amendments to engineering service contracts for watershed studies, state/municipal agreements for road and path projects, and plans for public improvements. It also approved multiple change orders for construction contracts and discussed the Stormwater Utility Vegetation Plan Update and LED street light contract award.

• Approved consent agenda (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council: Amendment No. 1 to Brown and Caldwell contract for Wingra Proper Watershed Study
• Recommended to Council: State/Municipal Agreements for High Point Road, West Towne Path, John Nolen Drive Phase 2 and Phase 3
• Recommended to Council: Plans for 1024 Milton Street private contract
• Approved Change Order No. 1 to Contract 9335 for $63,041.00
• Approved Change Order No. 1 to Contract 9285 for ($18,000) and 70 days
• Approved Change Order No. 1 to Contract 9508 for $32,772.00
• Approved Change Order No. 2 to Contract 8735 for $117,000.00

TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION

The Transportation Commission will discuss updates to the 2025 transportation capital and operating budgets. The body will also review Metro Transit's safety plan and an equity addition to the annual operations report.

• Update on 2025 Transportation Capital and Operating Budgets
• Review of Metro Transit's Safety Plan
• Equity Addition to the Annual Operations Report
• BCycle/Bicycle Transit Systems Update

The Transportation Commission approved the Equity Addition to the Annual Operations Report and reviewed Metro Transit's Safety Plan. The commission also received updates on BCycle operations and the 2025 transportation budget.

• Approved October 16 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted Equity Addition to the Annual Operations Report (voice vote)
• Accepted Metro Transit's Safety Plan report (voice vote)

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council will conduct a public hearing on the 2025 Executive Operating Budget. The body will also consider zoning changes, alcohol license applications, and a demolition permit appeal.

• Public hearing for the 2025 Executive Operating Budget
• Appeal of Plan Commission action on demolition permits for 2121 Jefferson Street and 1007 Edgewood Avenue
• Proposed zoning change for 2248-2254 Roth Street to Parks and Recreation (PR) District
• New liquor and beer license application for Dream Lanes at 13 Atlas Ct
• Proposed ordinance amendments regarding Lakefront Encroachments to codify yard policy

The Madison Common Council approved a series of items, including $2.77 million in Affordable Housing Funds for 152 units, several liquor license grants, and multiple public works contracts. It also adopted resolutions recognizing Transgender Day of Remembrance and Homelessness Awareness Month, and referred several zoning changes and new license applications to future hearings.

• Approved $2.77M for affordable housing development (unanimous)
• Granted new liquor license to Dream Lanes LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted zoning change at 2248-2254 Roth Street to PR District (unanimous)
• Adopted lakefront encroachment ordinance amendments (unanimous)
• Awarded Public Works Contract No. 8770 for West Towne Path Phase 2a (unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 loan to RISE Wisconsin for roof/HVAC (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Central Business Improvement District Operating Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $24.735M sewer revenue bonds (unanimous)

COMMON COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

The Common Council Executive Committee will meet to review the 2025 Budget Data File and older adult services. The meeting also includes updates from the Alder Committee and the Council Office.

• Overview of 2025 Budget Data File
• Overview of City Older Adult Services and Resources
• Alder Committee Updates
• Council Office Updates

The Common Council Executive Committee met on October 29, 2024, approved its previous minutes by voice vote, and received presentations on the 2025 budget data file and city older adult services. No substantive policy decisions, votes on legislation, or spending actions were recorded. The meeting adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved prior meeting minutes by voice vote
• Received tutorial on using the 2025 budget data file (no action)
• Received presentation on City Older Adult Services and Resources (no action)
• Adjourned by voice vote

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Finance Committee will hold a budget hearing for the 2025 Executive Operating Budget. The body is also considering several funding allocations for affordable housing, older adult programming, and non-profit housing rehabilitation.

• 2025 Executive Operating Budget deliberations
• Up to $5.52 million for approximately 152 affordable rental housing units
• Up to $664,228 EHH grant from the State of Wisconsin Department of Administration
• Up to $697,000 in CDBG funds for non-profit housing rehabilitation
• Allocation of City funds for older adult programming beginning in 2025

The Finance Committee recommended the 2025 Executive Operating Budget as amended by the committee to the Common Council, which will consider it November 12 after an October 29 public hearing. The committee also advanced several housing and homelessness funding items, including up to $664,228 in state grant funds and up to $2.77 million plus $2.75 million in affordable housing funds for about 152 rental units. A $697,000 CDBG award to three nonprofit housing providers was recommended, and older adult programming funds were re-referred to the Committee on Aging. All votes passed by voice vote, so no tallies were recorded.

• Recommended 2025 Executive Operating Budget as amended by Finance Committee to Common Council (voice vote)
• Re-referred older adult programming allocation (File 85469) to Committee on Aging (voice vote)
• Recommended accepting up to $664,228 EHH grant from State DOA for Dane County CoC (voice vote)
• Recommended up to $2.77M affordable housing funds plus up to $2.75M in TID #51 funds for about 152 units (voice vote)
• Recommended up to $697,000 in CDBG funds to three nonprofit housing providers (voice vote)
• Approved ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds update (voice vote)
• Adopted consent agenda items 3-6 (voice vote)
• Adjourned at 6:07pm (voice vote)

HUMANITARIAN AWARD COMMISSION, REVEREND DOCTOR MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

The Humanitarian Award Commission will meet virtually to discuss the 2025 MLK Humanitarian Awards, including nomination updates, evaluation criteria, and the award timeline.

• Nomination open update for 2025 MLK Humanitarian Awards
• Pre-selection evaluation criteria and forms released
• 2025 King Coalition Program agenda item
• Future agenda topics to be discussed
• Public comment period available for registered attendees

The commission approved previous meeting minutes and adjourned after reviewing updates on the 2025 award nomination process, timeline, and evaluation criteria. No new business was introduced, and there was no public comment.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Reviewed 2025 King Coalition Program update
• Reviewed award timeline and pre-selection evaluation criteria
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION

The Police and Fire Commission approved adding 12 candidates to the Police Department eligibility list. No action was taken on adding candidates to the hiring list. The commission also met informally with a promotional candidate for captain. Public comment was not taken at this special meeting.

• Approved adding 12 candidates to Police Department eligibility list (voice vote)
• No action taken on adding candidates to Police Department hiring list
• Held informal meeting with Eugene Woehrle, promotional candidate for Captain

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review will meet to discuss objections to the 2024 Board of Assessor values. The board will review specific property assessments and their corresponding owners.

• Objection for 7326 Watts Rd (Soderholm Family InVST & Watts Road Partners LLP) with current assessment of $31,220,000
• Objection for 302 N Walbridge Ave (American Family Insurance) with current assessment of $14,486,000
• Objection for 5022 American Pkwy (Madison Property Owner) with current assessment of $47,815,000

The Board of Review sustained the 2024 real estate assessments for three properties, including a $31.22 million assessment on Watts Road and a $14.486 million assessment on American Family Insurance. All three motions passed unanimously with three ayes and three excused. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Sustained assessment for 7326 Watts Rd ($31,220,000) (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 302 N Walbridge Ave ($14,486,000) (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 5022 American Pkwy ($47,815,000) (3-0)

JOINT CAMPUS AREA COMMITTEE

The committee will vote to confirm its 2025 meeting dates. The session includes informational presentations on specific campus projects and updates on various University of Wisconsin-Madison, UW Health, and City of Madison developments.

• Vote to confirm 2025 meeting schedule
• Informational presentation for 306 N Brooks Street
• Informational presentation for Law School 5th Floor Renovation
• Informational presentation for Lakeshore Path Lighting/Paving Study
• Project updates for 619-699 W Mifflin St, 418-446 W Washington Ave, and 223-225 W Gilman St

The Joint Campus Area Committee approved its 2025 meeting schedule, setting April and September as in-person meetings. It also approved the September 26, 2024 minutes. Three project presentations — 306 N Brooks Street, a Law School 5th floor renovation, and a Lakeshore Path lighting/paving study — were informational only, with no action taken. Project updates were given for UW-Madison, UW Health, and City of Madison sites; the meeting adjourned at 6:12 p.m.

• Approved September 26, 2024 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2025 JCAC schedule with April and September in-person (unanimous voice vote)
• 306 N Brooks Street presentation — informational, no action taken
• Law School 5th Floor Renovation presentation — informational, no action taken
• Lakeshore Path Lighting/Paving Study presentation — informational, no action taken
• Adjourned at 6:12 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)

HOUSING STRATEGY COMMITTEE (end 11/2024)

The Housing Strategy Committee is meeting to review and potentially approve housing recommendations aimed at expanding rental, homeowner, and student developments citywide. The body will also receive an update on the Housing Policy Committee.

• Approval of housing recommendations to expand rental, homeowner, and student developments

The Housing Strategy Committee unanimously approved a report with housing recommendations to expand rental, homeowner, and student developments, after adopting two amendments. The committee also discussed its dissolution and merger into a new Housing Policy Committee, effective upon council approval of the report. No public comments were received.

• Approved housing recommendations report (unanimous)
• Amended report to change development fee language (unanimous)
• Amended report to add student housing inventory analysis (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 25, 2024 (voice vote)

DISABILITY RIGHTS COMMISSION

The October 24, 2024, meeting of the Disability Rights Commission was cancelled. The agenda listed items for discussion including digital inclusion and the DRC Ordinance, but no actions were taken.

The Madison Disability Rights Commission meeting scheduled for October 24, 2024, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made, and no agenda items were discussed or voted on.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review is meeting to discuss objections to 2024 assessor values for four specific properties. The board will review assessments ranging from $3.9 million to $33 million.

• Objection for 4750 S Biltmore Ln (Current Assessment: $22,870,000)
• Objection for 202 S Gammon Rd (Current Assessment: $4,020,000)
• Objection for 3113 W Beltline Hwy (Current Assessment: $3,940,000)
• Objection for 4301 Cottage Grove Rd (Current Assessment: $33,005,000)

The Board of Review approved the minutes from the previous meeting and sustained the 2024 real estate assessments for four commercial properties, each by a 4-0 vote with two members excused. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Sustained assessment of $22,870,000 for 4750 S Biltmore Ln (SLJ II LLC) (4-0)
• Sustained assessment of $4,020,000 for 202 S Gammon Rd (West Place Three LLC) (4-0)
• Sustained assessment of $3,940,000 for 3113 W Beltline Hwy (3113 WBH LLC) (4-0)
• Sustained assessment of $33,005,000 for 4301 Cottage Grove Rd (Central Storage & Warehouse LLC) (4-0)

COMMITTEE ON AGING

The Committee on Aging will discuss and recommend funding for older adult services for 2025. The body is also deciding on the allocation of City funds to agencies selected through a Request for Proposals process for use starting in 2025.

• Discussion and recommendations on Older Adult Services Funding for 2025
• Allocation of City funds for older adult programming among agencies selected via Request for Proposals
• Monthly reports on Madison Senior Center operations

URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION

The Urban Design Commission will consider several project approvals, including a new multi‑family building at 2430‑2450 E Washington Avenue and a new multi‑tenant building at 5152 Tradewinds Parkway. It will also review final approvals for signage projects at 7148 Manufacturers Drive and 110 Belmont Road, and discuss a mixed‑use development at 810 & 818 W Badger Rd. Public comment is scheduled before the commission votes on these items.

• 2430‑2450 E Washington Ave + 10‑16 N Seventh St – New multi‑family building (District 12) – Initial/Final approval requested
• 5152 Tradewinds Parkway – New multi‑tenant building (District 16) – Initial/Final approval requested
• 7148 Manufacturers Drive – Comprehensive Design Review of signage (District 17) – Final approval requested
• 110 Belmont Road – Comprehensive Design Review of signage (District 3) – Final approval requested (to be referred to Nov 6)
• 619‑699 W Mifflin St – New multi‑family residential building in UMX zoning (District 4) – Initial/Final approval requested

The Urban Design Commission granted final approval to three projects: a multi-family building at 2430-2450 E Washington Ave, a multi-tenant building at 5152 Tradewinds Pkwy, and signage at 7148 Manufacturers Dr. It also granted initial approval to a new residential building at 619-699 W Mifflin St with conditions, and referred signage at 110 Belmont Rd to the next meeting.

• Granted final approval for 2430-2450 E Washington Ave multi-family building with conditions (voice vote)
• Granted final approval for 5152 Tradewinds Pkwy multi-tenant building with conditions (voice vote)
• Approved signage at 7148 Manufacturers Dr as consent item (voice vote)
• Granted initial approval for 619-699 W Mifflin St residential building (3-1, Goodhart non-voting)
• Referred signage at 110 Belmont Rd to 11/6/2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of October 9, 2024 (voice vote)

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review will discuss objections to the 2024 Board of Assessor values for four parcels. Each objection lists the parcel number, address, owner, and current assessment. The discussion follows the approval of minutes and required disclosures. No decisions are recorded in this agenda item.

• OBJ 291 – Parcel 0709-253-0109-9 – 706 John Nolen Dr – Owner: Madison Hotel Property Investment LLC – Current assessment: $25,060,000
• OBJ 408 – Parcel 0708-154-0314-5 – 725 Heartland Trl – Owner: Monson Construction Co Inc & Heartland Woods LLC – Current assessment: $3,443,300
• OBJ 349 – Parcel 0810-313-0601-3 – 1003 Huxley St – Owner: Roth Street II Limited Partnership – Current assessment: $1,642,900
• OBJ 348 – Parcel 0810-313-0701-1 – 905 Huxley St – Owner: Roth Street 1 Limited Partnership – Current assessment: $4,442,000

The Board of Review sustained all four real estate assessments on the agenda, including the $25,060,000 assessment for 706 John Nolen Dr. and three other properties. All votes were unanimous among the four present members, with two members excused. No objections were upheld.

• Sustained $25,060,000 assessment for 706 John Nolen Dr (4-0)
• Sustained $3,443,300 assessment for 725 Heartland Trl (4-0)
• Sustained $1,642,900 assessment for 1003 Huxley St (4-0)
• Sustained $4,442,000 assessment for 905 Huxley St (4-0)

WATER UTILITY BOARD

The Madison Water Utility Board will approve the September 25 minutes, hear public comments, and adopt a resolution honoring retiring Water Supply Manager Joe DeMorett. It will review a proposed Water Resources Section and the October 2024 Water Quality Report. The board will also elect its officers and examine monthly reports on water production, finances, capital projects, operations, and public information.

• Resolution 85740: Commendation of retiring Water Supply Manager Joe DeMorett
• Item 85741: Proposed Water Resources Section
• Item 85742: Water Quality Report – October 2024
• Item 85743: Annual Election of Board Officers
• Item 85746: Capital Projects Monthly Report – October 2024

The board approved a proposal to combine the water supply and water quality sections into a single Water Resources Section. It also accepted the October 2024 water quality report and several monthly reports, and re-elected its officers. A commendation was read for retiring Water Supply Manager Joe DeMorett.

• Approved proposal to create Water Resources Section (voice vote)
• Accepted October 2024 Water Quality Report (voice vote)
• Re-elected Patrick Delmore as President (voice vote)
• Re-elected Deb Simon as Vice President (voice vote)
• Re-elected Robby Abrahamian as Secretary (voice vote)
• Accepted monthly Water Production Report (voice vote)
• Accepted monthly Financial Conditions Report (voice vote)
• Accepted monthly Capital Projects Report (voice vote)

MADISON ARTS COMMISSION

The Madison Arts Commission will review the Overture Center contract and vote on authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the 2025 operations contract and grant. The body will also review the 2025 BLINK Plan recommendation.

• Vote on 2025 Overture Center Annual Performance Contract and City grant
• Review and vote on 2025 BLINK Plan recommendation
• Review of Overture Center contract performance evaluation criteria
• 2025 Operating Budget Update
• Introduction of new member Tony Sansalone

The Madison Arts Commission approved the September 18, 2024 minutes and voted to return the Overture Center 2025 Annual Performance Contract to the Finance Committee with a recommendation for approval. No action was taken on the Overture contract review, BLINK proposal, or administrative reports. The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 PM.

• Approved September 18, 2024 minutes (voice vote)
• Returned Overture Center 2025 Annual Performance Contract to Finance Committee with recommendation for approval (voice vote)
• Adjourned at 6:40 PM (voice vote)

PLAN COMMISSION

The Plan Commission will consider several conditional use requests for businesses and residential developments. The body will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Conditional use for a family daycare home at 8402 Castle Pines Drive
• Conditional use for a bakery at 961-967 S Park Street
• Conditional use to convert a restaurant-nightclub into a nightclub at 222 W Gorham Street
• Demolition of a residence and rezoning to TR-P District at 623 Schewe Road
• Preliminary and final plat approval for The Crest at Eagle Trace

The Madison Plan Commission approved three conditional use permits (family daycare, bakery, nightclub conversion), a demolition permit, and forwarded zoning and plat approvals for a residential development to the Common Council. Several items were referred to future meetings pending Urban Design Commission review. The commission also elected Emily Gnam as Chair and Nicole Solheim as Vice Chair.

• Approved conditional use for family daycare at 8402 Castle Pines Drive
• Approved conditional use for bakery at 961-967 S Park Street
• Approved conditional use to convert restaurant-nightclub to nightclub at 222 W Gorham Street
• Approved demolition permit at 623 Schewe Road
• Recommended approval of zoning change at 623 Schewe Road and 10122 White Fox Lane to Common Council
• Recommended approval of preliminary and final plat for The Crest at Eagle Trace with tree preservation condition
• Referred demolition permit, zoning change, conditional use, and certified survey map for 2430-2450 E Washington Avenue to November 4 meeting
• Referred zoning change and conditional use for 4303 Portage Road to December 2 meeting

SUSTAINABLE MADISON COMMITTEE

The Sustainable Madison Committee will approve minutes from the September 23 meeting and consider a proposed amendment to Section 33.31 of the Madison General Ordinances to change its membership. The committee will also hear a presentation from Clean Lakes Alliance on lake conditions and phosphorus levels, introduce a new committee member, and receive updates from its working groups on outreach and implementation.

• Amending Sec. 33.31 of the Madison General Ordinances to update Sustainable Madison Committee membership (Item 85207)
• Presentation from Clean Lakes Alliance on the status of lakes and urban phosphorus levels (Item 85724)
• Introduction of a new Sustainable Madison Committee member (Item 85725)
• Updates from Sustainable Madison Committee working groups on outreach and implementation (Item 85726)
• Approval of minutes for the 09/23/2024 meeting (Item 84854)

The Sustainable Madison Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance amending Sec. 33.31 to update the committee's membership. The meeting also included a presentation on lake health and phosphorus levels, an introduction of a new member, and updates from working groups. No public comment was received, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended to Council to adopt ordinance amending Sec. 33.31 for committee membership (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 09/23/24 meeting (unanimous consent)

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review is meeting to discuss objections to 2024 assessor values for five specific properties. These reviews determine if the current tax assessments for the listed parcels are accurate.

• Objection for 645 Junction Rd (Summit Credit Union), assessed at $1,650,000
• Objection for 725 University Row (University Row Apts LLC), assessed at $22,508,300
• Objection for 727 University Row (University Crossing LLC), assessed at $6,059,000
• Objection for 501 Northport Dr (Mirus Madison LLC), assessed at $6,650,000
• Objection for 2232 W Broadway (Madison on Broadway LLC), assessed at $4,605,000

The Madison Board of Review approved the minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting. The board sustained four real estate property assessments and amended one assessment for 501 Northport Dr. Finally, the board voted to adjourn.

• Approved minutes from October 16, 2024 (voice vote)
• Sustained real estate assessment at 645 Junction Rd (4-0)
• Sustained real estate assessment at 725 University Row (4-0)
• Sustained real estate assessment at 727 University Row (4-0)
• Amended real estate assessment at 501 Northport Dr to $5,986,000 (4-0)
• Sustained real estate assessment at 2232 W Broadway (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (voice vote)

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Madison Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a petition from Spencer Luedtke, representing the owners of 1348 Spaight St., for a rear‑yard setback variance on a single‑family house in Alder District #6. The board will also approve the September 19, 2024 minutes, hear a public comment period, and discuss updates to board procedures and communications. All items are on the agenda for the virtual meeting on October 17, 2024.

• Petition for rear‑yard setback variance at 1348 Spaight St. (Item 2)
• Approval of September 19, 2024 meeting minutes (Item – Approval of Minutes)
• Public comment period (Item 1)
• Board procedures update (Item 3)
• Communications and announcements (Item 4)

The Madison Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance request for 1348 Spaight St. to enclose an existing open porch and add a half-bath, allowing a rear yard setback of 18.25 feet instead of the required 19.8 feet. The board also discussed and moved forward on updating its procedures manual, with a revised draft to be presented at the November 21, 2024 meeting. No public comments were made, and the meeting minutes from August 15, 2024, were approved.

• Approved rear yard setback variance of 1.55 feet for 1348 Spaight St. (4-0)
• Approved August 15, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Moved to have revised procedures manual draft presented at November 21, 2024 meeting (4-0)

MONONA TERRACE COMMUNITY AND CONVENTION CENTER BOARD

The Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center Board will meet to receive administrative and financial updates. The agenda includes a room tax meeting update and a report on September finances and year-end projections.

• September Finance Report and Year-end Projections
• Room Tax Meeting Update
• AV Presentation
• Introduction of new Board Member Kevin Scheibler

The Monona Terrace board received updates on 2025 room tax allocations, including $5.39M for operations and $1.44M for capital purchases, and heard that the venue is projected to end the year with a $713,000 surplus. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only actions were approving minutes and adjourning.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

DOWNTOWN COORDINATING COMMITTEE (ended 4/2026)

The Downtown Coordinating Committee will discuss the 2025 operating plan for Madison's Central Business Improvement District and receive a status update on Mifflin Plaza. The meeting will also include a report on Mall Concourse Maintenance and Special Events 2024.

• Approving the 2025 Operating Plan for Madison’s Central Business Improvement District
• Report of Mall Concourse Maintenance and Special Events 2024
• Mifflin Plaza status update
• Secretary's Report
• Discussion on State Street Report and 2025 meeting calendar

The Downtown Coordinating Committee voted to recommend the 2025 operating plan for Madison's Central Business Improvement District (BID) to the City Council. The plan includes a property owner fee increase, the first since 1999, and adds the District 8 alder as a non-voting board member. The recommendation passed by voice vote with one abstention. Other items were informational only, including updates on Mall Concourse maintenance and the Mifflin Plaza project.

• Recommended 2025 BID operating plan to Council (voice vote, Smith abstained)
• Approved September 19, 2024 minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned at 7:30 pm (voice vote)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES COMMISSION

The commission will hold a closed‑session meeting with Attorney Adriana Peguero to discuss the Bird Dog litigation and a proposed ordinance amendment under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)g). The open portion of the meeting includes updates on the EOC work plan, police camera program, rapid transit, and a community listening session scheduled for November 21 at Sandburg Elementary. The commission will also receive reports on vacancies, an alder report, and an EOD manager report covering technology, HUD projects, training, and employment/housing/public accommodations.

• Closed session to discuss Bird Dog Litigation and proposed ordinance amendment (Attorney Adriana Peguero)
• EOC Retreat Follow-up
• EOC Work Plan
• Police Cameras
• Update on Rapid Transit

The Equal Opportunities Commission held a virtual meeting with 9 members present. They approved the previous meeting's minutes by voice vote and entered closed session to discuss the Bird Dog Litigation and a proposed ordinance amendment with legal counsel. The rest of the meeting consisted of discussions on the retreat, work plan, police cameras, rapid transit, and updates, with no other formal decisions made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Entered closed session to discuss Bird Dog Litigation and proposed ordinance amendment (motion by Klebba, seconded by Wright)
• Exited closed session (motion by Benford, seconded by Ramey)

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review is meeting to discuss objections to the 2024 Board of Assessor values. The board will review seven specific property assessment objections.

• Objection for 2 Wind Stone Dr (Assessment: $7,226,000)
• Objection for 1 Wind Stone Dr (Assessment: $4,792,000)
• Objection for 6810 Milwaukee St (Assessment: $7,039,000)
• Objection for 6834 Milwaukee St (Assessment: $4,531,000)
• Objection for 45 Wind Stone Dr (Assessment: $952,000)

The Board of Review voted unanimously (3-0, with one absent and two excused) to sustain the real estate assessments for all seven properties under objection, including five owned by The Meadowlands LP and two others. No assessments were reduced or changed. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and adjourned.

• Sustained assessment for 2 Wind Stone Dr, The Meadowlands LP, at $7,226,000 (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 1 Wind Stone Dr, The Meadowlands LP, at $4,792,000 (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 6810 Milwaukee St, The Meadowlands LP, at $7,039,000 (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 6834 Milwaukee St, The Meadowlands LP, at $4,531,000 (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 45 Wind Stone Dr, The Meadowlands LP, at $952,000 (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 4862 Hayes Rd, R I Heritage Inn-Madison, at $4,982,300 (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 216 Price Pl, Vernon Price LLC, at $5,430,000 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from October 15, 2024 (voice vote)

ALCOHOL LICENSE REVIEW COMMITTEE

The Madison Alcohol License Review Committee will consider changes to licensed agents for several businesses and hold public hearings for new alcohol licenses. The committee will also receive reports on police calls and city prosecutions.

• Change of Agent: Woodman's Food Market Inc (3817 Milwaukee St)
• Change of Agent: Bowl New England Inc (7415 Mineral Point Rd)
• Change of Agent: Speedway LLC (4902 Verona Rd)
• Public Hearing: El Rancho Breakfast and Tacos (824 E Johnson St)
• Public Hearing: Dream Lanes (13 Atlas Ct)

The Alcohol License Review Committee recommended granting a new Class B combination liquor and beer license to Dream Lanes LLC at 13 Atlas Ct, and placed El Rancho Breakfast and Tacos' application on file without prejudice. All other agenda items—changes of agent, entity reorganizations, and a premises change—were recommended for approval. The committee also approved the minutes and adjourned at 7:05 pm.

• Recommended granting new license to Dream Lanes LLC (voice vote)
• Placed El Rancho Breakfast and Tacos license application on file without prejudice (voice vote)
• Approved change of agent for Woodman's Food Market Inc #16 (voice vote)
• Approved change of agent for Spare Time Madison (voice vote)
• Approved change of agent for Speedway 4132 (voice vote)
• Approved entity reorganization for Red Rooster (voice vote)
• Approved entity reorganization for Metcalfe's at 7455 Mineral Point Rd (voice vote)
• Approved entity reorganization for Metcalfe's at 726 N Midvale Blvd (voice vote)

STREET USE STAFF COMMISSION (ended 1/14/2025)

The Street Use Staff Commission is reviewing permit requests for public events and gatherings. The body will vote on a GOTV block party and consider consent agenda items for a violence awareness event and Halloween hayrides.

• Madison GOTV Block Party at Library Mall on October 25 and November 1
• Cultivating a Culture of Peace: Violence Awareness Event at Elizabeth Link Peace Park on October 19
• BID Downtown Halloween Event & Parks Hayrides parking requests for 10 W Mifflin and 100 Wisconsin on October 30

MADISON FOOD POLICY COUNCIL

The council will meet virtually to review reports on regional food system planning and agriculture. The meeting includes updates on the Dane Food Access Network and the Double Dollars Program.

• Regional Food System Planning report
• Regional Agriculture and Food Sovereignty report
• Dane Food Access Network update
• Double Dollars Program update
• Farmland Preservation Task Force report

The Madison Food Policy Council approved the September meeting minutes unanimously. The meeting consisted primarily of reports and updates, including the Regional Food System Planning project's community engagement progress, a discussion on hoop house regulations, and a collaboration between Public Health Madison and Dane County and Second Harvest for migrant farm worker vaccinations. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (ended 3/2026)

The committee will review the Economic Development Division's 2021-2023 report and the 2025 City Budget. Members will also discuss the City of Madison Economic Development Plan update and the new Black Business Hub.

• Presentation of the Economic Development Division 2021-2023 Report
• Discussion regarding the 2025 City Budget
• City of Madison Economic Development Plan Update
• Review of the September 2024 EDD Financial Assistance Dashboard
• Discussion regarding the new Black Business Hub

TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION

The Transportation Commission will discuss updates to the Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program and review the 2025 Transportation Projects List. The body is also considering a parking lease for Arts & Literature Laboratory Inc. and a maintenance contract for the Wilson Street Garage.

• Parking lease agreement with Arts & Literature Laboratory Inc. for five spaces at South Livingston Street Garage
• Seven-year non-competitive service contract with TK Elevator Corporation for Wilson Street Garage
• Proposed amendment to Section 16.03 of the Madison General Ordinances regarding Transportation Demand Management
• Review of the 2025 Transportation Projects List
• Update on the North Shore Drive Path project

The Transportation Commission approved several items on its consent agenda and recommended adoption of an ordinance amending Transportation Demand Management rules, including parking ratio adjustments. It also approved updates to the TDM program subject to Common Council approval, and recommended a seven-year elevator maintenance contract for the Wilson Street Garage. A parking lease for Arts & Literature Laboratory was returned to lead with a recommendation to adopt. All votes passed by voice vote with no tallies recorded.

• Approved minutes of September 18 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda items 2-4 (voice vote)
• Returned parking lease for Arts & Literature Laboratory to lead with recommendation to adopt (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of 7-year elevator maintenance contract with TK Elevator (voice vote)
• Approved Director's Report (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance amending TDM procedures (voice vote)
• Approved TDM program updates subject to Common Council approval of ordinance changes (voice vote)
• Adjourned at 7:38 p.m. (voice vote)

PARKS LONG RANGE PLANNING SUBCOMMITTEE

The Parks Long Range Planning Subcommittee will discuss updates to MGO 8.17 regarding vending in public parks and the Parks and Open Space Plan. The body will also consider meeting schedules for the remainder of 2024 and for 2025.

• Discussion on updating MGO 8.17 (Vending in Public Parks)
• Parks and Open Space Plan Update discussion
• Informational presentation by Madison Parks Foundation on Parks For All Trust and Corporate Partner Policy
• Proposed 2024 Long Range Planning Subcommittee meeting dates
• Proposed 2025 Parks Long Range Planning meeting schedule and format

The Parks Long Range Planning Subcommittee met virtually and approved the August 21, 2024 minutes. They received presentations on updating the vending ordinance (MGO 8.17), the Parks For All Trust and corporate partner policy, and the Parks and Open Space Plan update. The subcommittee also approved meeting dates for the remainder of 2024 and referred the 2025 schedule to the next meeting. No formal decisions were made on the substantive items presented.

• Approved minutes of August 21, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved November 20, 2024 virtual meeting and December 18, 2024 in-person meeting at 330 E Lakeside St (voice vote)
• Referred 2025 meeting schedule to next meeting (voice vote)

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review is meeting to discuss objections to 2024 assessor values for specific properties. The body will also consider the approval of Board of Assessor values from a September 25, 2024 schedule.

• Objection for 5117 Loruth Ter (Current Assessment: $391,300)
• Objection for 702 Jupiter Dr (Current Assessment: $8,190,000)
• Objection for 718 Jupiter Dr (Current Assessment: $7,620,000)
• Objection for 719 Jupiter Dr (Current Assessment: $7,970,000)
• Approval of Board of Assessor values from Schedule 18 (September 25, 2024)

The Board of Review sustained the 2024 real estate assessments for four properties, including a residential parcel and three commercial properties on Jupiter Drive, and approved the Board of Assessor values from Schedule 18. All motions passed unanimously with three members present and three excused.

• Sustained assessment for 5117 Loruth Ter ($391,300) (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 702 Jupiter Dr ($8,190,000) (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 718 Jupiter Dr ($7,620,000) (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 719 Jupiter Dr ($7,970,000) (3-0)
• Approved Board of Assessor values from Schedule 18 (voice vote)

DEFERRED COMPENSATION COMMITTEE

The committee will discuss the Fidelity investment lineup and the process for monitoring underperforming funds. Members will also review the scope of work for a plan financial consultant and consider an emergency withdrawal request in closed session.

• Fidelity Investment Lineup Review
• Watch List Process for Underperforming Funds
• Review Scope of Work for Financial Consultant on Plan
• Request for Emergency Withdrawal 2024-02

The Deferred Compensation Committee approved replacing three funds (Ariel Fund Institutional, Parnassus Mid Cap, TCW Metwest Total Return Bond) on the Watch List with alternatives (Invesco, Madison Mid Cap, Dodge & Cox Income) suggested by Capital Group. Two items—the Watch List Process and the Scope of Work for a Financial Consultant—were tabled to the next meeting. The committee also approved an emergency withdrawal request (2024-02) in closed session.

• Approved replacing three Watch List funds with alternatives (all Aye)
• Approved minutes of September 24, 2024 meeting (all Aye)
• Tabled Watch List Process for Underperforming Funds
• Tabled Review Scope of Work for Financial Consultant
• Approved Emergency Withdrawal Request 2024-02 (all Aye)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Finance Committee is meeting to conduct a budget hearing. The session is focused on briefings regarding the 2025 Executive Operating Budget.

• Briefing on 85264 2025 Executive Operating Budget

The Finance Committee held a budget hearing where the remaining city agencies presented their 2025 operating budget briefings. Members asked questions and then voted to refer the budget to the committee for amendment deliberations on October 28, 2024. No amendments were made at this meeting.

• Referred 2025 Executive Operating Budget to Finance Committee for amendment deliberations on 10/28/2024 (voice vote)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Finance Committee will review several service contracts, grant acceptances for police and fire departments, and a 2025 Executive Operating Budget briefing. The body is also considering the issuance of sewer system revenue and refunding bonds.

• Sale of up to $24,735,000 in Sewer System Revenue and Refunding Bonds, Series 2024-E
• Five-year contract for up to $60,000 annually with Domestic Abuse Intervention Services, Inc.
• Acceptance of $520,384 FEMA grant for the Fire Department
• Acceptance of $136,398 USDOJ grant and a sole source contract with Santos & Santos, Ph.D, Inc.
• Acceptance of $88,319 USDOJ Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant

The Finance Committee adopted the consent agenda, recommending 15 items to the Common Council, including contracts, grants, and budget amendments. The committee also held a budget hearing for the 2025 Executive Operating Budget, with presentations from several agencies, but took no action on the budget itself.

• Adopted consent agenda (items 2-16) by voice vote
• Recommended to Council: recreate 2 Customer Service Ambassador positions (item 2)
• Recommended to Council: Metro Transit agreement with Dane County for employee access (item 3)
• Recommended to Council: parking lease with Arts & Literature Laboratory Inc. (item 4)
• Returned to Transportation Commission: elevator maintenance contract with TK Elevator (item 5)
• Recommended to Council: mental health services contract with The Psychology Center SC (item 6)
• Recommended to Council: amend contract with REDI Transports for detention transport (item 7)
• Recommended to Council: 5-year LEAP contract with Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (item 8)

POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION

The commission is considering final recommendations for several fire and police department candidates completing probationary periods. The body will also discuss department hiring lists and receive status reports on disciplinary matters, retirements, and resignations.

• Final recommendations for Fire Department candidates: Deputy Chief Liza Tatar, Lieutenant David Guthrie, and Apparatus Engineer Joshua Ramsey
• Final recommendations for Police Department candidates: Captain Eugene Woehrle, Lieutenant Caleb Johnson, and Lieutenant Nicholas Eull
• Potential action on adding five candidates to the 2024-2025 Police Department Hiring List
• Consideration of Fire Department eligibility list
• Status reports on disciplinary matters for both Police and Fire Departments

The Madison Police and Fire Commission approved final recommendations to promote three firefighters after their probationary periods: Liza Tatar to Deputy Chief, David Guthrie to Lieutenant, and Joshua Ramsey to Apparatus Engineer. The commission also approved the Fire Department eligibility list and added five candidates to the 2024-2025 Police Department hiring list. Police promotions for Eugene Woehrle, Caleb Johnson, and Nicholas Eull were noted as preliminary recommendations only, with informal meetings to be scheduled.

• Approved promotion of Liza Tatar to Deputy Chief, effective Oct 9, 2024
• Approved promotion of David Guthrie to Lieutenant, effective Oct 1, 2024
• Approved promotion of Joshua Ramsey to Apparatus Engineer, effective Oct 1, 2024
• Approved Fire Department eligibility list
• Approved adding five candidates to 2024-2025 Police Department hiring list
• Approved minutes of Sept 9 and Sept 18, 2024 meetings

MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD

The Madison Public Library Board will consider approval of the August 2024 financial reports, the Director Evaluation Form and Implementation Plan, and the 2025 meeting calendar. It will also vote on the Memorandum of Mutual Accountability and review the Collection Development Policy. A presentation from Sandburg Elementary staff and updates on the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park are scheduled for discussion.

• Approval of the August 2024 Financial Reports
• Approval of the Director Evaluation Form and Implementation Plan
• Approval of the 2025 Madison Public Library Board meeting calendar
• Approval of the Memorandum of Mutual Accountability: Beyond the Page/Ripple
• Review of Madison Public Library's Collection Development Policy

The Madison Public Library Board approved several routine items, including the September director's report, August 2024 financial reports, the director evaluation form and implementation plan, the 2025 board meeting calendar, and a Memorandum of Mutual Accountability. The board also disbanded its Subcommittee on Critical Incident Response Policy after receiving its recommendations. A discussion on the Collection Development Policy and Imagination Center updates was held but no decision was recorded.

• Approved September 2024 Director's Report (voice vote)
• Approved August 2024 Financial Reports (voice vote)
• Approved Director Evaluation Form and Implementation Plan (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 Board meeting calendar (voice vote)
• Approved Memorandum of Mutual Accountability: Beyond the Page/Ripple (voice vote)
• Disbanded Subcommittee on Critical Incident Response Policy (voice vote)

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT COMMITTEE

The Community Development Block Grant Committee is reviewing funding for affordable rental housing and non-profit rehabilitation projects. The body is also considering a loan for childcare center repairs and a lease amendment for a family shelter.

• Up to $2.77 million in Affordable Housing Funds and $2.75 million from TID #51 for approximately 152 affordable rental units
• Up to $1,191,786 in CDBG funds for non-profit housing providers including Care Net, Project Home, Nehemiah Center, and Madison Community Cooperative
• Loan of up to $125,000 to RISE Wisconsin, Inc. for roof and HVAC replacement at 2120 Fordem Avenue
• First Amendment to Lease for the Salvation Army family shelter at 4502 Milwaukee Street
• Housing recommendations from the Housing Strategy Committee to expand rental, homeowner, and student developments

The committee recommended approving up to $2.77 million in City Affordable Housing Funds and $2.75 million in TID #51 funds for about 152 affordable rental units, and recommended a substitute CDBG resolution cutting Care Net funding. It also recommended lease, loan, and housing strategy items. All votes were voice votes with no tallies recorded.

• Recommended lease amendment with Salvation Army for family shelter at 4502 Milwaukee St
• Recommended $125,000 loan to RISE Wisconsin for roof and HVAC work at 2120 Fordem Ave
• Recommended $2.77M affordable housing award plus $2.75M TID #51 funds for ~152 units
• Recommended substitute CDBG resolution eliminating Care Net funding (not SAM-registered)
• Recommended housing strategy report from Housing Strategy Committee

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Community Development Authority is meeting to approve its 2025 Operating Budget and several infrastructure contracts for Truax Park Apartments. The board will also review a redevelopment master plan update and housing authority operations.

• CDA Resolution No. 4625: $159,850.00 contract to 1901 LLC for new boilers at Truax Park Apartments (Buildings 5, 11, and 13 Straubel Ct.)
• CDA Resolution No. 4626: $198,094.00 contract to Lee Recreation LLC for playgrounds near 11 Straubel Ct. and 1651 Wright St.
• CDA Resolution No. 4627: $199,903.00 contract to Lee Recreation LLC for playgrounds near 3510 and 3538 Straubel St.
• CDA Resolution No. 4624: Approval of the Community Development Authority’s 2025 Operating Budget
• CDA Resolution No. 4629: Submission of PHA Five-Year Plan (2025-2029), Annual Plan (FY 2025), and Capital Fund Program to HUD

The Community Development Authority approved its 2025 operating budget and authorized several contracts for boiler replacements and playground installations at Truax Park Apartments. The board also approved a lease amendment for storage space at The Village on Park and the submission of required housing plans to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

• Approved 2025 Operating Budget (voice vote)
• Approved $159,850 boiler contract for Truax Park Apartments (voice vote)
• Approved $198,094 playground contract for Truax Park Apartments (voice vote)
• Approved $199,903 playground contract for Truax Park Apartments (voice vote)
• Approved lease amendment for Taqueria Los Atlantes LLC (voice vote)
• Approved submission of 2025-2029 PHA Five-Year Plan (voice vote)
• Approved temporary access agreement for 302 N Blackhawk Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved September 12, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Madison Board of Review will approve the minutes from the October 8 meeting and handle any required disclosures. It will discuss objections to the 2024 Board of Assessor values for three parcels: 4801 Annamark Dr (current assessment $8,239,100), 1255 Fourier Dr (current assessment $30,110,800), and 1859 Aberg Ave (current assessment $6,753,000). No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Objection for 4801 Annamark Dr – current assessment $8,239,100 – Owner: Bird Dog Hospitality IV LLC
• Objection for 1255 Fourier Dr – current assessment $30,110,800 – Owner: 1255 Fourier LLC
• Objection for 1859 Aberg Ave – current assessment $6,753,000 – Owner: Odessa Senior Housing LLC

The Board of Review approved the minutes from the October 8, 2024, meeting. The Board also voted to sustain the current real estate assessments for three properties located at 4801 Annamark Dr, 1255 Fourier Dr, and 1859 Aberg Ave.

• Approved October 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Sustained assessment for 4801 Annamark Dr (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 1255 Fourier Dr (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 1859 Aberg Ave (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting

BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider the proposed 2025 athletic fees and discuss the 2025 meeting schedule. The board will also receive informational presentations regarding the Parks For All Trust and the 2024 Parks Division workplan.

• Proposed 2025 Athletic Fees
• Madison Parks Foundation presentation on Parks For All Trust and Corporate Partner Policy
• Proposed 2025 Board of Park Commissioners meeting schedule and format
• Parks Division 2024 Workplan informational presentation
• Review of events administratively approved by staff

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the 2025 proposed athletic fees and set the 2025 meeting schedule, with quarterly in-person meetings and virtual meetings otherwise. It also referred a Parks For All Trust presentation to the Long Range Planning Subcommittee and accepted various reports. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2025 proposed athletic fees (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule: quarterly in-person, virtual otherwise, August tour (voice vote)
• Referred Parks For All Trust presentation to Long Range Planning Subcommittee (voice vote)
• Approved October 2024 Superintendent's Report (voice vote)
• Accepted September 9, 2024 Facilities, Programs and Fees Subcommittee minutes (voice vote)
• Approved September 11, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)

CITY, COUNTY, SCHOOLS COLLABORATIVE COMMITTEE (ended 12/2025)

The City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee is meeting to discuss potential budget recommendations for the City or County. The body will also discuss a process for vetting topics based on their influence and importance.

• Discussion on possible City or County Budget Recommendations
• Discussion on vetting topics based on influence and importance

The City, County, Schools Collaborative Committee met virtually and discussed possible City or County budget recommendations, with members recapping the MMSD and City budget and referenda processes. They also discussed how to vet topics for the committee's focus. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was procedural and adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved August meeting minutes deferred to November 6, 2024 meeting
• Discussed possible City or County budget recommendations (no action)
• Discussed topic vetting criteria (no action)

BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Madison Board of Public Works will vote on a series of authorizations and contracts, including a $2.6 million remodel of the CCB building, a $520,000 pump station and irrigation upgrade at Yahara Hills Golf Course, and a $542,000 improvement of the Prairie Hills Detention Basin. The agenda also includes approval of the September 25 meeting minutes, a water‑resource impact report, and several assessment district updates. All items are presented as consent agenda items except those requiring separate discussion.

• Approve $2,600,000 CCB remodel (DCR 104 & 108A) – District 4
• Approve $520,000 Yahara Hills Golf Course pump station and irrigation improvements – District 16
• Approve $542,000 Prairie Hills Detention Basin improvements – District 7
• Approve $285,000 design engineering contract for S High Point Road from Midtown Meadows Plat to Raymond Rd – Districts 1 & 7
• Approve $61,700 amendment to Engberg Anderson contract for additional design services on Metro Transit Hanson Road Satellite Bus Facility remodel – District 17

The Board of Public Works approved the consent agenda and recommended to the Common Council the adoption of numerous items, including contracts for design services, construction projects, and assessment districts. It also approved several change orders to existing contracts, including for the East-West Bus Rapid Transit project. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved minutes of September 25, 2024 meeting
• Recommended to council: permit for railroad corridor construction at 1890/1894 E. Johnson St
• Recommended to council: $61,700 contract amendment to Engberg Anderson for Metro Transit Hanson Road facility remodel
• Recommended to council: design contract with MSA Professional Services for S High Point Road improvements
• Recommended to council: acceptance of private contract pavement in Grandview Commons Phase 5
• Recommended to council: acceptance of sidewalk improvements in 801 S Park Street PUD
• Approved Change Order No. 13 to Contract 9361 (State St. Campus Garage) for $204,943.39
• Approved Change Order No. 14 to Contract 8716 (East-West BRT Main Body) for $190,824.22 and 71 days

URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION

The Urban Design Commission will consider three public‑hearing items. Two items request final approval for projects in the Urban Design Districts: an amendment to an approved signage design at 823 E Washington Avenue (District 6) and a new multi‑family building at 2450 E Washington Avenue (District 12). A third item seeks final approval for exterior alterations to an existing building at 501 N Henry Street (District 2). The commission will vote on each item if no public opposition is registered.

• 823 E Washington Avenue – amendment to approved signage design, final approval requested (District 6)
• 2450 E Washington Avenue – new multi‑family building, final approval requested (District 12)
• 501 N Henry Street – exterior changes to existing building, final approval requested (District 2)

The Urban Design Commission approved a signage amendment for 823 E Washington Avenue as a consent item, referred a new multi-family building at 2430-2450 E Washington Avenue to the October 23 meeting, and approved exterior changes to a building at 501 N Henry Street with conditions. The meeting was procedural and included no public comment.

• Approved signage amendment at 823 E Washington Avenue (voice vote)
• Referred new multi-family building at 2430-2450 E Washington Avenue to 10/23/2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved exterior changes at 501 N Henry Street with conditions (5-1-1)

PUBLIC SAFETY REVIEW COMMITTEE

The committee will review reports from the Madison Police and Fire Departments, including a budget presentation from the Mayor's Office. Members will consider several service contracts and the acceptance of federal grants for the Police Department.

• Intergovernmental agreement with City of Sun Prairie for CARES emergency crisis services
• Five-year contract up to $60,000 annually with Domestic Abuse Intervention Services, Inc. for LEAP
• Acceptance of $136,398 USDOJ COPS Office grant and contract with Santos & Santos, Ph.D, Inc.
• Acceptance of $88,319 USDOJ Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
• Service contract with The Psychology Center SC for employee mental health and wellness services

The Public Safety Review Committee recommended approval of an intergovernmental agreement for Madison Fire to provide CARES crisis services to Sun Prairie, and forwarded several contracts and budget amendments to the Finance Committee with approval recommendations. Reports from police and fire were discussed but not finalized.

• Recommended to Council adoption of Sun Prairie CARES intergovernmental agreement (voice vote)
• Returned to Finance Committee with approval recommendation: REDI Transports emergency detention transport contract amendment
• Returned to Finance Committee with approval recommendation: $60,000/year Domestic Abuse Intervention Services LEAP contract (2025-2029)
• Returned to Finance Committee with approval recommendation: $136,398 COPS Office microgrant for stratified policing evaluation
• Returned to Finance Committee with approval recommendation: Psychology Center SC mental health services contract (5-year term)
• Returned to Finance Committee with approval recommendation: $88,319 Byrne JAG grant for law enforcement initiatives
• Approved minutes from June 12, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review will discuss objections raised to the 2024 Board of Assessor values for three properties in Madison. After the discussion, the board will vote to approve the Board of Assessor values from Schedule 17 dated September 18, 2024. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes from the October 2, 2024 session.

• Objection to 2024 Assessor value for 405 N Lake St (assessment $7,330,000) – OBJ 425
• Objection to 2024 Assessor value for 1423 Monroe St (assessment $19,770,000) – OBJ 443
• Objection to 2024 Assessor value for 110 N Bedford St (assessment $46,340,000) – OBJ 438
• Approval of Board of Assessor values from Schedule 17 (September 18, 2024)
• Approval of minutes from October 2, 2024 meeting

The Board of Review approved the minutes from October 2, 2024, sustained one real estate assessment, amended two others, and approved Board of Assessor values from September 18, 2024. Additionally, the board denied a request for a waiver of the Board of Review hearing for a property on Annamark Drive.

• Approved minutes from October 2, 2024 (voice vote)
• Sustained real estate assessment for 405 N Lake St at $7,330,000 (4-0)
• Amended real estate assessment for 1423 Monroe St to $19,280,000 (4-0)
• Amended real estate assessment for 110 N Bedford St to $44,880,000 (4-0)
• Approved Board of Assessor values from Schedule 17 on September 18, 2024 (voice vote)
• Denied request for waiver of Board of Review hearing for 4801 Annamark Dr (voice vote)

COMMON COUNCIL

The Madison Common Council will adopt several proclamations, a consent agenda, and presentations on public safety. It will consider the 2025 Executive Capital Budget proposed by Alderman Satya V. Rhodes-Conway. The council will also hold public hearings on new alcohol licenses for Regent Street Mini Mart, Rocky Rococo, La Playita Tacos, and El Rancho Breakfast and Tacos.

• 2025 Executive Capital Budget – item 8, sponsored by Satya V. Rhodes-Conway
• New license for Sriram Retails 3 LLC dba Regent Street Mini Mart, 1401 Regent St (capacity 25)
• New license for True Legacy Hospitality LLC dba Rocky Rococo, 4556 Monona Dr (capacity 45)
• New license for Campo Mar LLC dba La Playita Tacos y Mariscos, 2601 W Beltline Hwy #106 (capacity 65)
• New license for El Rancho Breakfast and Tacos LLC dba El Rancho Breakfast and Tacos, 824 E Johnson St (capacity 50 indoor/50 outdoor)

The Common Council granted several new liquor licenses and approved various infrastructure projects, including sanitary sewer reconstruction and path agreements. The council also authorized several grants for library and park improvements and updated water utility ordinances.

• Denied new liquor license for Sriram Retails 3 LLC (15-2)
• Granted new liquor licenses for La Playita Tacos y Mariscos, Rocky Rococo, and Madison Pantry
• Approved N Franklin Avenue and Lynn Terrace Assessment District plans
• Approved zoning changes for 702-750 University Row and 346 East Lakeside Street
• Authorized $4.25M grant application for Imagination Center at Reindahl Park
• Awarded Commercial Avenue Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction contract
• Adopted ordinances for private water supply cooperative connections
• Authorized General Manager to file 2025 conventional rate case with WI Public Service Commission

COMMON COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

The Common Council Executive Committee will discuss a request from the State of Wisconsin to install cameras on city poles around Capitol Square. The body will also review a final report on 2025 budget engagement events.

• State of Wisconsin request to install cameras on existing City poles around Capitol Square
• Presentation of 2025 Budget Engagement Events Final Report
• Council Office Updates (2024)
• Alder Committee Updates

The Common Council Executive Committee met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The meeting included informational presentations on a state request to install cameras on city poles around Capitol Square, budget engagement events, committee updates, and council office updates. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

LANDMARKS COMMISSION

The Madison Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on a landmark nomination amendment for 619 W Mifflin Street and consider demolition requests for multiple buildings, including those at 619-699 W Mifflin Street and several addresses on W Washington Avenue. The meeting also includes advisory recommendations on development adjacent to designated landmarks and a public comment period.

• Landmark nomination amendment for 619 W Mifflin Street
• Demolition requests for 14 buildings, including 619-699 W Mifflin Street and 10 addresses on W Washington Avenue
• Public hearing on development adjacent to Wiedenbeck-Dobelin Warehouse and Milwaukee Road Depot
• Public comment period for general remarks

The Landmarks Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition, new construction, and land division at the Wiedenbeck-Dobelin Warehouse site (619-699 W Mifflin St), with conditions on fencing, landscaping, and a chamfered corner. It also recommended the new structure not adversely affect the adjacent Milwaukee Road Depot, and referred a landmark nomination boundary amendment to the Common Council. The commission made several demolition recommendations for other buildings, including finding no historic value for some and historic value for others.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition, new construction, and land division at 619-699 W Mifflin St (with conditions)
• Recommended to Plan Commission and Urban Design Commission that new structure at 619-699 W Mifflin St not adversely affect Milwaukee Road Depot
• Referred landmark nomination boundary amendment for 619 W Mifflin St to Common Council with correction
• Recommended to Plan Commission that buildings at 699 and 619 W Mifflin St have no known historic value
• Recommended to Plan Commission that buildings at 306 S Brearly St and 420 W Washington Ave have no known historic value
• Recommended to Plan Commission that structures at 1917 Moorland Rd have no known historic value, with burial site conditions
• Recommended to Plan Commission that buildings on W Washington Ave and W Mifflin St have historic value in vernacular context but not individually significant
• Recommended to Plan Commission that building at 418 W Washington Ave has historic value and potential landmark designation

PLAN COMMISSION

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning text amendment regarding lakefront encroachments and several development requests. The body will also consider a rezoning of property on Roth Street to a Parks and Recreation District.

• Zoning text amendment to codify lakefront yard policy (Sections 28.132 and 28.138)
• Rezoning of 2248-2254 Roth Street from TR-C4 to Parks and Recreation (PR) District
• Proposed two-story mixed-use building with 3,000 sq ft commercial space and two apartments at 6910 Seybold Road
• Conversion of a commercial building into a single-family residence at 1902 S Stoughton Road
• Creation of two residential lots at 5048 Thorson Road

The Madison Plan Commission denied a certified survey map for two residential lots at 5048 Thorson Road, citing failure to meet extraterritorial plat standards and the city's interest in preserving the area for future urban development. The commission approved several conditional use requests, including a lakefront addition at 3020 Waunona Way, a mixed-use building at 6910 Seybold Road, a garage with accessory dwelling unit at 702 W Olin Avenue, a commercial-to-residential conversion at 1902 S Stoughton Road, and a demolition permit at 2250 Roth Street. It also recommended approval of a zoning text amendment on lakefront encroachments, the Starkweather Plat final plat, and a zoning change for 2248-2254 Roth Street. Two items at 4303 Portage Road were referred to the October 21 meeting at the applicant's request.

• Denied certified survey map for two lots at 5048 Thorson Road
• Approved conditional use for lakefront addition at 3020 Waunona Way
• Approved conditional use for mixed-use building at 6910 Seybold Road
• Approved conditional use for garage with ADU at 702 W Olin Avenue
• Approved conditional use for commercial-to-residential conversion at 1902 S Stoughton Road
• Approved demolition permit at 2250 Roth Street
• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment on lakefront encroachments
• Referred 4303 Portage Road zoning and conditional use to October 21

CITY-COUNTY HOMELESS ISSUES COMMITTEE

The City‑County Homeless Issues Committee meeting on Oct 7, 2024 will approve the September 9, 2024 minutes, hear public comment, receive updates from the HSC Lived Experience Council, and discuss possible recommendations for the 2025 City and County budget. The meeting is held virtually with procedures for public participation and accommodations.

• Approve September 9, 2024 meeting minutes (item 85536)
• Public comment period (item 85536)
• Presentation: updates from the HSC Lived Experience Council (item 85537)
• Discussion of possible recommendations for the 2025 City and County budget (item 85538)
• Staff report (item 85540)

The committee voted to send a letter supporting $20,000 from the City and $20,000 from the County for the Lived Experience Council of the Homeless Services Consortium in the 2025 budgets. Members also discussed budget recommendations and received updates from staff. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion to send letter supporting $20K City and $20K County for Lived Experience Council (voice vote)
• Recommended City staff send budget slide deck to Homeless Services Consortium listserv

SISTER CITY COLLABORATION COMMITTEE

The committee is meeting to review October 2024 program reports. Members will discuss communication with schools and the mode of future meetings.

• Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• October 2024 Sister City Program Reports
• Discussion on Sister City communication with schools
• Discussion on meeting mode

The Sister City Collaboration Committee approved minutes from their September 9, 2024, meeting. Members also decided to continue holding meetings in a virtual format through March 2025. The committee discussed ongoing sister city program activities and potential outreach strategies for local schools.

• Approved September 9, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approved virtual meeting format for November 2024 through March 2025

FACILITIES PROGRAMS AND FEES SUBCOMMITTEE (Parks)

The Facilities Programs and Fees Subcommittee will consider its proposed 2025 meeting schedule and format, and will recommend the 2025 athletic fee structure to the Board of Park Commissioners. Several informational presentations by Parks staff on volunteer programs, friends group rules, ranger duties, and community events are also on the agenda. Public comment is allowed for items not listed on the agenda.

• Approve 2025 Facilities, Programs and Fees Subcommittee meeting schedule and format (Item 85522)
• Recommend approval of 2025 Proposed Athletic Fees to the Board of Park Commissioners (Item 85065)
• Parks Staff presentation on Volunteer Program (Item 85553)
• Parks Staff presentation on Friends Group Rules and Guidelines (Item 84697)
• Parks Staff Ranger presentation (Item 85542)

The Facilities, Programs and Fees Subcommittee approved its September 9, 2024 minutes, approved the proposed 2025 meeting schedule, and recommended approval of the 2025 proposed athletic fees to the Board of Park Commissioners. Staff also presented on the volunteer program, Friends Group rules, the ranger program, and community events, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved September 9, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 proposed meeting schedule (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of 2025 proposed athletic fees to Board of Park Commissioners (voice vote)

POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION

The Police and Fire Commission is invited to attend a celebration of special recognition and promotions at the Madison Fire Department. A quorum may be present, but no formal actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Possible quorum at Madison Fire Department Celebration of Special Recognition and Promotions

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION COMMISSION

The City of Madison's Affirmative Action Commission meeting on October 3, 2024 was cancelled. The agenda listed standard items such as approval of the September 5, 2024 minutes, a public comment period, disclosures and recusals, and reports from the Common Council, the Department of Civil Rights Director, and the Affirmative Action Division Manager. No decisions or votes were scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of September 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Report from the Common Council (item 33325)
• Report from the Director of the Department of Civil Rights (item 33326)
• Report from the Affirmative Action Division Manager (item 33327)

BOARD OF HEALTH FOR MADISON AND DANE COUNTY

The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County will review multiple proposed ordinance amendments and resolutions. Items include changes to the animal license tax, public health license fees, tattoo and body‑piercing fees, an increase in inspection and penalty fees for licensed establishments, a reclassification of a public health analyst, a recommendation on opioid settlement funds, and a line‑item budget transfer. Public comment will be taken, but the Board will not act on comments not listed on the agenda.

• Amending Chapter 47 of the Dane County Code (Animal License Tax) – Dane County 2024 OA-010
• Amending Chapter 46 of the Dane County Code (Public Health License Fees) – Dane County 2024 OA-019
• Amending Chapter 48 of the Dane County Code (Public Health Fees for Tattooing and Body Piercing) – Dane County 2024 OA-020
• Resolution authorizing fee increase in inspection, penalty and other additional fees of licensed establishments – Dane County 2024 RES-142
• Authorization of line‑item budget transfers – BOH RES 2024‑31

STREET USE STAFF COMMISSION (ended 1/14/2025)

The commission is voting on street use permits for a 5k fundraiser, a music event parking request, and a political action tour. The meeting also includes a recap and preview of various city events and street closures.

• Jack Koch Memorial 5K: Proposed closure of Langdon Street (Lake to Wisconsin) on October 19, 2024
• Homiefest 3: Request for 18 parking stalls near Webster and E Main intersection on November 9, 2024
• Scoop the Vote Tour: Request to use Confluence at Library Mall on October 5, 2024

The Street Use Staff Commission approved three street use permits, each pending receipt of required documents and subject to standard conditions. The Jack Koch Memorial 5K, Homeifest 3, and Scoop the Vote Tour were all approved by voice vote. No public comment was registered, and no disclosures or recusals were made.

• Approved Jack Koch Memorial 5K permit (Langdon Street closure) pending documents and conditions
• Approved Homeifest 3 permit (18 parking stalls, no street closure) pending documents and conditions
• Approved Scoop the Vote Tour permit (Confluence at Library Mall, no street closure) pending documents and conditions

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review is meeting to discuss objections to 2024 assessor values for three specific properties. The board will review the current assessments and the objections filed for these parcels.

• Objection for 5324 Loruth Ter (Current Assessment: $1,135,800)
• Objection for 4800 American Pkwy (Current Assessment: $3,470,000)
• Objection for 4612 Hammersley Rd (Current Assessment: $11,200,000)

The Board of Review approved the minutes from the previous meeting and heard three objections to the 2024 Board of Assessor values. It sustained the assessments for 5324 Loruth Ter and 4800 American Pkwy, and amended the assessment for 4612 Hammersley Rd to $11,180,000. All votes were unanimous among the four present members, with two excused.

• Approved minutes from October 1, 2024 (voice vote)
• Sustained assessment for 5324 Loruth Ter at $1,135,800 (4-0)
• Sustained assessment for 4800 American Pkwy at $3,470,000 (4-0)
• Amended assessment for 4612 Hammersley Rd to $11,180,000 (4-0)

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review is meeting to discuss objections to 2024 Board of Assessor values for four specific properties. The body will also consider the approval of Board of Assessor values from Schedule 16 dated September 11, 2024.

• Objection for 5018 Milward Dr (Current Assessment: $772,100)
• Objection for 1133 Rutledge St (Current Assessment: $1,548,300)
• Objection for 2620 Waunona Way (Current Assessment: $889,400)
• Objection for 902 Lawrence St (Current Assessment: $1,200,200)
• Approval of Board of Assessor values from Schedule 16

The Board of Review approved the minutes from September 25, 2024, and approved the Board of Assessor values from Schedule 16. It sustained the real estate assessments for three properties (5018 Milward Dr, 902 Lawrence St, 2620 Waunona Way) and denied a hearing for one property (1133 Rutledge St) due to the owner's failure to appear. All votes were unanimous among the five present members, with one excused.

• Approved minutes from September 25, 2024 (voice vote)
• Sustained assessment for 5018 Milward Dr at $772,100 (5-0)
• Denied hearing for 1133 Rutledge St due to owner absence (voice vote)
• Sustained assessment for 902 Lawrence St at $1,200,200 (5-0)
• Sustained assessment for 2620 Waunona Way at $889,400 (5-0)
• Approved Board of Assessor values from Schedule 16 (voice vote)

ETHICS BOARD

The Madison Ethics Board will review an advisory opinion request about using an alderperson’s account to pay a fiscal sponsorship fee for Barbara Harrington‑McKinney. It will also hold a jurisdictional hearing on a complaint filed by Emily Samson against board member Shadayra Kilfoy‑Flores. Additional agenda items include electing officers, introducing board members and staff, and discussing the meeting schedule.

• Advisory Opinion 85412: Use of Alder Account to pay fiscal sponsorship fee for Barbara Harrington‑McKinney
• Jurisdictional Hearing 85413: Complaint by Emily Samson against Shadayra Kilfoy‑Flores
• 85421: Election of Ethics Board officers
• Introduction of board members and staff
• Discussion of meeting schedule

The Madison Ethics Board elected Joseph Baring as Chair and Mary Eileen Harrington as Vice Chair. It directed staff to draft an advisory opinion stating that using an Alder account to pay a fiscal sponsorship fee is not permitted under the City's Ethics Code, and it found jurisdiction over a complaint filed by Emily Samson against Shadayra Kilfoy-Flores, scheduling a hearing. The board also approved prior meeting minutes and adjourned.

• Elected Joseph Baring as Chair (voice vote, unanimous)
• Elected Mary Eileen Harrington as Vice Chair (voice vote, unanimous)
• Directed ACA McReynolds to draft advisory opinion that Alder account use for fiscal sponsorship fee is not permitted (voice vote, unanimous)
• Found jurisdiction over complaint by Emily Samson against Shadayra Kilfoy-Flores and scheduled hearing (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote, unanimous)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Finance Committee will vote on several funding and contract items, including grant applications, a loan, and a contract for park equipment. It will also consider an ordinance amendment affecting private water supply cooperatives and residential rebates. Additional discussion will cover negotiations with the Mandel Group on possible TIF policy exceptions for an affordable‑housing project at 5534 Element Way.

• Amending Madison General Ordinances to address private water supply cooperatives and update residential connection rebate program
• Sole source contract with Royer Industries for parts and repair of the Royer Topsoil Shredder for City Parks
• Loan of up to $125,000 to RISE Wisconsin for roof and HVAC replacements at 2120 Fordem Avenue childcare center
• Grant application for up to $4,250,000 from the Flexible Facilities Program for the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park
• Discussion of negotiations with Mandel Group for possible TIF policy exceptions for affordable housing at 5534 Element Way

The Finance Committee approved multiple personnel and contract reports, advanced grants for the Central Library and Imagination Center at Reindahl Park, and recommended the 2025 Executive Capital Budget as amended. The committee also recommended loans and ordinance changes regarding private water cooperatives and discussed labor bargaining and TIF policy exceptions for 5534 Element Way in closed session.

• Approved Personnel Board report on position studies (voice vote)
• Returned private water supply cooperative ordinance amendments to Water Utility Board with recommendation for approval (voice vote)
• Recommended council adopt sole source contract with Royer Industries, Inc. for parks topsoil shredder (voice vote)
• Recommended council adopt lease fourth amendment with Joella Enterprises, LLC for police evidentiary facility at 29 Marsh Court (voice vote)
• Returned up to $125,000 loan to RISE Wisconsin, Inc. for Fordem Avenue childcare center to Community Development Block Grant Committee with recommendation for approval (voice vote)
• Returned Water Utility conventional rate case for test year 2025 to Water Utility Board with recommendation for approval (voice vote)
• Recommended council apply for exemption from Dane County Library Tax (voice vote)
• Recommended council accept up to $7,500 digital literacy grant for Madison Senior Center (voice vote)

HUMANITARIAN AWARD COMMISSION, REVEREND DOCTOR MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

The commission is meeting to review updates on open nominations for the 2025 awards. The body will also discuss the award timeline and the 2025 King Coalition Program.

• Update on 2025 award nominations
• Review of the award timeline
• Discussion of the 2025 King Coalition Program
• Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes

The commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and received updates on the nomination process and award timeline. Members agreed to consider extending the nomination deadline by one week if no new nominations are received by November 8 at 4:30pm. No public comment was made, and no substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Agreed to consider extending nomination deadline by 1 week if no new nominations by Nov 8, 4:30pm

MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD

The Madison Public Library Board is meeting to authorize the city to apply for and accept two state grants from the Flexible Facilities Program. These funds would support a remodel of the Central Library and the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park Project.

• Grant of up to $971,782 for the Central Library remodel
• Grant of up to $4,250,000 for the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park Project
• Proposed amendment to the 2024 Adopted Capital Budget of the Madison Public Library

The Madison Public Library Board held a special virtual meeting and voted to return two grant applications to the Finance Committee with recommendations for approval. The grants, from the State of Wisconsin's Flexible Facilities Program, would fund the Central Library remodel (up to $971,782) and the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park (up to $4,250,000). No public comment was made, and no disclosures or recusals were recorded.

• Returned Central Library remodel grant application to Finance Committee with recommendation for approval (voice vote)
• Returned Imagination Center at Reindahl Park grant application to Finance Committee with recommendation for approval (voice vote)

DISABILITY RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Disability Rights Commission will hold a virtual meeting to discuss the 2024-2028 Coordinated Public Transit Plan, recommendations for the Parks Open Plan, and updates on Accessible Madison. The body will also review reports from the Common Council and the Department of Civil Rights.

• Discussion of the 2024-2028 Coordinated Public Transit - Human Services Transportation Plan
• Recommendations for Parks Open Plan
• Accessible Madison Updates, including the Beyond Compliance Taskforce
• Report from the Department of Civil Rights regarding Bottom Dollars 2024
• Report from the Common Council

The Disability Rights Commission met virtually on September 26, 2024, and approved the minutes from its August 22, 2024 meeting by voice vote. The rest of the meeting consisted of updates and discussion items, including public comment on the Greater Madison MPO's draft 2024-2028 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan, a parks open plan recommendation, and reports from liaisons and the Common Council. No substantive decisions beyond approving the prior minutes were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 6:13 pm.

• Approved minutes from August 22, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:13 pm (voice vote)

JOINT CAMPUS AREA COMMITTEE

The committee will receive informational presentations on several campus developments and review project updates from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, UW Health, and the City of Madison.

• Informational presentation for 619 W Mifflin Street
• Discussion on Camp Randall Stadium Noise
• Informational presentations for Lakeshore Nature Preserve Frautschi Center, WIMR East Wedge Cyclotron & Expansion, and Grainger First Floor Renovation & Addition
• UW-Madison project updates including the Kohl Center Addition and Fluno Center
• UW Health updates including University Hospital D2 Module Addition and Emergency Department Improvements

The Joint Campus Area Committee met on September 26, 2024, and approved the minutes from July 25, 2024. All substantive agenda items were informational presentations with no action taken, and all project updates (UW-Madison, UW Health, and City of Madison) were deferred to the next meeting by consensus. The meeting adjourned at 7:24 p.m.

• Approved minutes of July 25, 2024 (unanimous)
• Deferred UW-Madison project updates to next meeting (consensus)
• Deferred UW Health project updates to next meeting (consensus)
• Deferred City of Madison project updates to next meeting (consensus)

POLICE CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT BOARD

The Madison Police Civilian Oversight Board meeting scheduled for September 26, 2024, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions or discussions took place.

VENDING OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (ended 3/2026)

The City of Madison's Vending Oversight Committee scheduled a virtual meeting for September 25, 2024, but the meeting was cancelled. The agenda listed items such as approval of minutes from July 31, 2024, public comment, disclosures and recusals, and a staff report on Street Vending (Item 82157). No votes or actions were taken because the meeting did not occur.

• Approval of minutes from 7/31/24
• Public comment (three minutes per speaker)
• Disclosures and recusals per the City Ethics Code
• 82157 Street Vending Staff Report

COMMITTEE ON AGING

The Committee on Aging will discuss funding for older adult services in 2025 and consider a grant award. A proposal authorizes the city to accept up to $7,500 from the National Council on Aging for digital literacy programs at the Madison Senior Center. The meeting also includes an update to the 2025 operating budget and routine senior center reports.

• Discussion and recommendations on older adult services funding for 2025 (Item 85308)
• Authorize acceptance of a $7,500 digital literacy grant from the National Council on Aging for the Madison Senior Center (Item 85108)
• 2025 operating budget update (Item 85325)
• Monthly reports on Madison Senior Center operations (Item 85324)

BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Board of Public Works will hold a public hearing and consider several approvals, including plans for the N Franklin Avenue and Lynn Terrace assessment district, multiple transportation alternatives program agreements, and a $70,000 boat ramp repair. It will also review change orders for Metro Transit and East‑West Bus Rapid Transit projects, and award contracts for sanitary sewer reconstruction and CIPP lining work.

• Approve plans, specifications, and assessment schedule for N Franklin Ave and Lynn Terrace (2025)
• Approve State/Municipal Agreements for TAP projects on E Rusk Ave, Moorland Rd, Woodward Dr, and John Nolen Drive
• Approve $70,000 North Lake Street Boat Ramp reconstruction
• Approve change orders: $90,704.16 for Metro Transit Hanson Rd. Bus Facility remodel; $86,916.34 for East‑West Bus Rapid Transit early works
• Award contracts for Commercial Avenue sanitary sewer reconstruction and CIPP lining on Blair and North Mills Streets

The Board of Public Works approved several items, including consent agenda items, change orders, and contract awards. Key actions included approving change orders for the Metro Transit Hanson Rd. Bus Facility Remodel and East-West Bus Rapid Transit Early Works, and recommending to the Council the adoption of agreements for various path projects and public works contracts. The board also received presentations on the budget and the Complete Green Streets Guide.

• Approved minutes of September 11, 2024 (voice vote, Williams abstained)
• Adopted consent agenda (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council adoption of N Franklin Avenue and Lynn Terrace Assessment District plans (voice vote)
• Approved subcontractor list for Contract 8717, Mineral Point Road Widen Sidewalks (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council adoption of State/Municipal Agreements for E Rusk Ave, Moorland Rd, Woodward Dr paths and John Nolen Drive (voice votes)
• Approved Change Order No. 18 to Contract 9086, Metro Transit Hanson Rd. Bus Facility Remodel, for $90,704.16 (voice vote)
• Approved Change Order No. 8 to Contract 8691, East-West Bus Rapid Transit Early Works, for $86,916.34 (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council award of Public Works Contracts No. 9486 and No. 9536 (voice votes)

URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION

The Urban Design Commission will hold a public hearing on two mixed-use development proposals: a new building at 6910 Seybold Road in the Urban Design District (District 19) where the commission acts as the approving body, and a Planned Development‑Specific Implementation Plan for 6701 McKee Road (District 7) where the commission serves in an advisory role. Both items are on the consent agenda, so they will be approved unless any registrants oppose. The meeting also includes routine business such as approval of minutes, public comment, and future‑agenda announcements.

• 6910 Seybold Road – New mixed‑use building, initial/final approval requested (Urban Design District, District 19)
• 6701 McKee Road – Planned Development‑Specific Implementation Plan for new mixed‑use development (District 7, advisory role)
• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment (Item 81138)
• 2024 announcements, questions and considerations for future agendas (no action required)

The Urban Design Commission granted initial approval for a new mixed-use building at 6910 Seybold Road, subject to conditions including parapet height reduction, landscape revisions, and window adjustments. The commission also received an informational presentation on a proposed mixed-use development at 6701 McKee Road, with no action taken. Minutes from the September 11, 2024 meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes of September 11, 2024 (voice vote)
• Granted initial approval for 6910 Seybold Road mixed-use building with conditions (voice vote)
• Received informational presentation for 6701 McKee Road PD-SIP (no action)

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review is meeting to discuss objections to the 2024 Board of Assessor values. The body will review specific property assessments and approve the minutes from September 24, 2024.

• Objection for 4150 Veith Ave (Current Assessment: $1,398,800)
• Objection for 1646 Sherman Ave (Current Assessment: $1,235,800)
• Objection for 8510 Prairie Hill Rd (Current Assessment: $486,500)

The Board of Review approved its September 24 minutes and then took up three objections to 2024 Board of Assessor property values. In each case the board voted 3-0 to sustain the assessment as it stood, with three members excused. No other substantive business was recorded before adjournment.

• Approved minutes of September 24, 2024 (voice vote)
• Sustained $1,398,800 assessment at 4150 Veith Ave (3-0)
• Sustained $1,235,800 assessment at 1646 Sherman Ave (3-0)
• Sustained $486,500 assessment at 8510 Prairie Hill Rd (3-0)
• Adjourned (voice vote)

WATER UTILITY BOARD

The Madison Water Utility Board will consider authorizing the General Manager to file a conventional rate case for the test year 2025 with the Wisconsin Public Service Commission. The board will also review monthly reports on water production, financial conditions, capital projects, operations, and public information for September 2024. Public comment will be taken before the meeting adjourns.

• Authorize the General Manager to file a 2025 water rate case with the WI Public Service Commission (Item 2)
• Review Water Production Monthly Report for September 2024 (Item 3)
• Review Financial Conditions Monthly Report as of 8/31/2024 (Item 4)
• Review Capital Projects Monthly Report dated 2024-09-25 (Item 5)
• Review Operations Monthly Report for September 2024 (Item 6)

The Madison Water Utility Board voted to recommend to the City Council that the General Manager file a conventional rate case with the Wisconsin Public Service Commission for test year 2025, with amendments to the MadCAP conservation program requiring participant consultation. The board also accepted monthly reports on water production, finances, capital projects, operations, and public information. No public comments were registered, and no disclosures or recusals were made.

• Recommended to Council filing 2025 rate case with PSC, amending MadCAP to require consultation within 4 months and removal after 3 failed contact attempts
• Accepted September 2024 Water Production report
• Accepted September 2024 Financial Conditions report
• Accepted September 2024 Capital Projects report
• Accepted September 2024 Operations report
• Accepted September 2024 Public Information Highlight
• Approved August 27, 2024 meeting minutes

ROOM TAX COMMISSION

The Room Tax Commission will meet to discuss and adopt the 2025 Room Tax Commission Budget. The body will also discuss the format and schedule of future meetings.

• Adoption of the 2025 Room Tax Commission Budget
• Discussion of future meetings and meeting format
• Approval of draft minutes from September 3, 2024

The Room Tax Commission voted to adopt the 2025 Room Tax Commission budget, with Ziarnik opposed. Members also confirmed the preliminary meeting format for December 2024 and 2025, and planned future discussions on the Event Assistance Committee structure and the room tax rate. No public comment was received.

• Adopted 2025 Room Tax Commission budget (voice vote; Ziarnik opposed)
• Confirmed preliminary meeting format for December 2024 and 2025 meetings

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council is conducting a public hearing on the 2025 Executive Capital Budget. The body is also considering zoning changes for two properties and various public works contracts and ordinances.

• Public hearing for the 2025 Executive Capital Budget
• Zoning change for 905 Huxley Street from TR-U2 to RMX District
• Zoning change for 4303 Portage Road from Temporary TR-U1 to TR-U1 District
• Proposed soil infiltration design standards ordinance
• Establishment of N Franklin Avenue and Lynn Terrace Assessment District - 2025

The Common Council approved a consent agenda including zoning changes, public works contracts, and various resolutions. It referred the 2025 Executive Capital Budget to a public hearing and re-referred an alcohol license density ordinance. The council also confirmed appointments and adopted multiple items unanimously, including a $250,000 loan to CocoVaa Chocolatier and a $1,027,300 brownfields loan application.

• Adopted zoning change at 905 Huxley Street to RMX (unanimous)
• Adopted zoning change at 4303 Portage Road to TR-U1 (re-referred for public hearing)
• Granted Prost! expansion of outdoor premises and capacity (unanimous)
• Adopted soil infiltration design standards (unanimous)
• Adopted N Franklin Avenue and Lynn Terrace Assessment District (unanimous)
• Rejected bids for Door Creek Park Shelter Connection (placed on file)
• Adopted $250,000 loan to CocoVaa Chocolatier (unanimous)
• Adopted application for $1,027,300 brownfields loan for Huxley Yards (unanimous)

COMMON COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

The Madison Common Council Executive Committee will review agency surveillance technology reports for 2023 and discuss social media usage guidelines for alders. The meeting will also include updates on budget engagement events and committee activities.

• Accepting 2024 Agency Annual Surveillance Technology Reports for 2023
• Reviewing Social Media Considerations for Alders
• Reviewing Alder Budget Engagement Events
• Reviewing Alder Committee Updates
• Reviewing Council Office Updates

The Common Council Executive Committee approved the minutes and recommended to the Council the adoption of the 2024 Agency Annual Surveillance Technology Reports for the 2023 calendar year. The committee also received informational updates on social media considerations for alders, budget engagement events, committee updates, and council office updates. No new future agenda items were requested.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council to adopt 2024 Agency Annual Surveillance Technology Reports (voice vote)

DEFERRED COMPENSATION COMMITTEE

The Madison Deferred Compensation Committee will hold a virtual meeting to approve the minutes from its September 17 meeting and consider a request for an emergency withdrawal from the deferred compensation plan. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as public comment and disclosures, with a potential closed session for personnel-related discussion.

• Approve minutes of September 17, 2024 meeting
• Review Request for Emergency Withdrawal 2024-01
• Potential closed session under Wisconsin Statutes §19.85(1)(f) for personnel-related discussion

The Deferred Compensation Committee met virtually and approved the minutes from its September 17, 2024 meeting. The committee then convened into closed session, where it approved Emergency Withdrawal 2024-01. No public comment was made, and no disclosures or recusals were recorded.

• Approved minutes of September 17, 2024 meeting (voice vote, all Aye)
• Convened into closed session (4-0, 3 excused)
• Approved Emergency Withdrawal 2024-01 (voice vote, all Aye)
• Exited closed session (voice vote, all Aye)

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review will discuss objections to the 2024 Board of Assessor values for four specific properties. The board will also consider the approval of assessor values from Schedule 15 dated September 4, 2024.

• Objection for 4603 Di Loreto Ave (Current Assessment: $11,400,000)
• Objection for 4702 Creekwood Ln (Current Assessment: $14,060,000)
• Objection for 4708 Creekwood Ln (Current Assessment: $14,060,000)
• Objection for 1422 Packers Ave (Current Assessment: $4,040,500)
• Approval of Board of Assessor values from Schedule 15

The Board of Review sustained the 2024 real estate assessments for four properties, including three Hidden Creek residences and a warehouse, with 3-0 votes for each. The Board also approved the Board of Assessor values from Schedule 15 dated September 4, 2024, by voice vote. No objections were sustained.

• Sustained assessment for 4603 Di Loreto Ave ($11,400,000) (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 4702 Creekwood Ln ($14,060,000) (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 4708 Creekwood Ln ($14,060,000) (3-0)
• Sustained assessment for 1422 Packers Ave ($4,040,500) (3-0)
• Approved Board of Assessor values from Schedule 15 (voice vote)

MONONA TERRACE BOOKING EVENT ASSISTANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Monona Terrace Booking Event Assistance Advisory Committee will review fund activity and future funding requests for events scheduled at Monona Terrace in 2026–2028. The meeting is virtual via Zoom and open to the public.

• Review fund activity memo for 2024
• Consider funding requests for events including American Assoc of Bovine Practitioners 2026 conference
• Evaluate BioForward Wisconsin Wisc Biohealth Summit 2025 funding
• Discuss Handbell Musicians of America National Seminar 2026
• Review Informa Markets SupplySide Midwest 2027 and 2028 proposals

The Monona Terrace Booking Event Assistance Advisory Committee approved 10 separate funding requests for facility rentals. The total available funds for consideration at the meeting were $299,338.

• Approved $8,400 for American Assoc of Bovine Practitioners 2026 conference
• Approved $15,000 for BioForward Wisconsin Wisc Biohealth Summit 2025
• Approved $20,700 for Handbell Musicians of America National Seminar 2026
• Approved $18,000 for Informa Markets SupplySide Midwest 2027
• Approved $18,000 for Informa Markets SupplySide Midwest 2028
• Approved $16,500 for Maize Genetics 2027 Annual Meeting
• Approved $13,500 for National Garden Clubs 2027 Annual Convention
• Approved $21,000 for National Genealogical Society 2027 Family History Conference

PLAN COMMISSION

The Plan Commission will receive a presentation on the 2025 City Budget and consider authorizing the preparation of the Southeast and Southwest Area Plans. The body will also hold public hearings on various zoning changes, demolition permits, and conditional use requests.

• Presentation on the 2025 City Budget
• Proposed amendment to Section 16.03 of General Ordinances regarding Transportation Demand Management
• Conditional use request for a 105-unit apartment building at 2001 Londonderry Drive
• Zoning change from PD to Amended PD (GDP) for 702-750 University Row and 5119 Silvertree Run
• Conditional use request for a payday loan business at 1 Dempsey Road

The Plan Commission approved an alteration to the PD-SIP for a ten-story mixed-use building at 310-322 E Washington Avenue, reducing parking stalls and removing balconies. It also recommended approval of Southeast and Southwest Area Plans, TDM ordinance amendments, and several zoning changes. A demolition permit for two homes in the Wingra Park Historic District was denied. The commission referred several items to future meetings.

• Approved PD-SIP alteration for 310-322 E Washington Ave (10-story, 130 apartments) reducing parking and removing balconies
• Recommended to Council adoption of Southeast Area Plan and Public Participation Plan
• Recommended to Council adoption of Southwest Area Plan and Public Participation Plan
• Recommended to Transportation Commission approval of TDM ordinance amendments
• Approved conditional uses at 10 Odana Court for retail, coffee shop, and outdoor eating area
• Denied demolition permit for 2121 Jefferson St and 1007 Edgewood Ave (historic district)
• Approved demolition permit and conditional use for 105-unit apartment at 2001 Londonderry Dr
• Recommended to Council approval of amended PD and CSM for 702-750 University Row (McCahill voted No)

SUSTAINABLE MADISON COMMITTEE

The Sustainable Madison Committee is considering authorization to apply for a zero-interest brownfields cleanup loan. The body will also discuss the city's Sustainability Plan outreach and implementation, as well as the Building Energy Savings Program.

• Application for a Ready for Reuse Brownfields Cleanup loan up to $1,027,300 for contaminated soil remediation at Huxley Yards (2007 Roth Street)
• Update on Sustainability Plan Outreach Working Group
• Next steps for Sustainability Plan Accountability Working Group implementation
• Discussion of memo regarding sustainability and the upcoming budget
• First year update on the Building Energy Savings Program

The committee recommended approval of a resolution authorizing the city to apply for a $1,027,300 zero-interest loan from the Wisconsin DNR for soil remediation at Huxley Yards (2007 Roth Street). The item was sent to the Common Council. Other items included updates on the sustainability plan outreach and budget memo, with one working group item placed on file.

• Recommended approval of $1,027,300 brownfields cleanup loan application for Huxley Yards (motion by Millar, seconded by Worden)
• Approved minutes from 08/26/24 meeting by unanimous consent
• Placed Sustainability Plan Accountability Working Group next steps on file without prejudice
• Finalized memo on sustainability and upcoming budget

PARKS LONG RANGE PLANNING SUBCOMMITTEE

The Parks Long Range Planning Subcommittee will meet virtually on September 23, 2024. The agenda, marked cancelled, includes approval of minutes, a public comment period, required disclosures, and an update on the Parks and Open Space Plan. No specific decisions or votes are detailed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes (Item 84949)
• Public comment (Item 84950)
• Disclosures and recusals under the City Ethics Code
• Parks and Open Space Plan update (Item 74555)

The Parks Long Range Planning Subcommittee meeting scheduled for September 23, 2024, was cancelled. No decisions were made, and no substantive business was conducted.

ERLANGER, JEFFREY CLAY, CIVILITY IN PUBLIC DISCOURSE AWARD COMMITTEE

The Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award Committee will review conditions for the award stipend, geographic criteria for nominations, and the 2024 award timeline. The meeting includes public comment and roll-call procedures.

• Review conditions for award stipend (85232)
• Discuss geographic criteria for nominations (85231)
• Set timeline for 2024 award (85233)

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Madison Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three variance petitions: a commercial building with a drive‑through at 402 Gammon Place in Alder District #19, a side‑yard setback for a two‑car garage at 1146 & 1148 Erin St in Alder District #13, and a side‑yard setback for a second‑story addition at 3746 Hammersley Ave in Alder District #5. The board will also review a Board Procedures Update and issue communications and announcements. Public comment and disclosures will be addressed before the decisions.

• 85121 – variance request for 402 Gammon Place (commercial building with drive‑through) in Transit‑Oriented Development Overlay District, Alder District #19
• 85122 – side‑yard setback variance for two‑car detached garage at 1146 & 1148 Erin St, Alder District #13
• 85123 – side‑yard setback variance for second‑story addition at 3746 Hammersley Ave, Alder District #5
• 85124 – Board Procedures Update
• 08598 – Communications and Announcements

The Madison Zoning Board of Appeals denied a request for five variances to build a commercial building with a drive-through at 402 Gammon Place, voting 0-3. The board approved a side yard setback variance for a new garage at 1146 & 1148 Erin St (3-0) and a variance for a second-story addition at 3746 Hammersley Ave (3-0). No public comments were made, and the board discussed but did not finalize updates to its procedures.

• Denied 5 variances for commercial building with drive-through at 402 Gammon Place (0-3)
• Approved side yard setback variance for two-car garage at 1146 & 1148 Erin St (3-0)
• Approved side yard setback variance for second-story addition at 3746 Hammersley Ave (3-0)
• Approved August 15, 2024 minutes (3-0)

MONONA TERRACE COMMUNITY AND CONVENTION CENTER BOARD

The Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center Board will hold an in-person meeting to receive reports on event bookings, finances, and operations. Public comment is allowed, and attendees can register to speak or provide feedback on agenda items.

• Public comment session with 3 minutes per speaker
• Destination Madison report on local tourism and sports events
• Booking pace update on convention center event schedules
• Finance report on convention center revenue and expenses
• Director’s report covering administration, operations, and community relations

The board approved prior meeting minutes and heard reports showing event revenue projected at $4.572M, 12% above budget. No formal votes on policy or contracts occurred; all items were informational reports.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

DOWNTOWN COORDINATING COMMITTEE (ended 4/2026)

The Downtown Coordinating Committee is meeting to discuss maintenance and special event reports for the Mall Concourse. The body will consider the 2023/24 maintenance charge schedule and review the State Street 2024 Pedestrian Mall Experiment.

• Approval of Special Charges for State Street Mall/Capitol Concourse 2023/24 Maintenance Charges
• Report of Mall Concourse Maintenance and Special Events 2024
• Status update on State Street 2024 Pedestrian Mall Experiment
• Discussion on Mifflin Plaza status

The committee recommended that the City Council adopt the report of officer regarding special charges for the State Street Mall/Capitol Concourse. Members also received updates on mall maintenance, the 2024 Pedestrian Mall Experiment, and the Mifflin Plaza project.

• Approved July 18, 2024 Minutes (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council to adopt 2023/24 State Street Mall/Capitol Concourse special charges (voice vote)

POLICE CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT BOARD

The Madison Police Civilian Oversight Board will hold a virtual meeting to review the complaint selection process and receive a status update on hiring an OIM Data Analyst. The board will also accept public comments and address required disclosures.

• Presentation of OIM Complaint Selection Process
• Status Update on Hiring of OIM Data Analyst

ALCOHOL LICENSE REVIEW COMMITTEE

The committee is reviewing operator license applications, agent changes, and entity reorganizations for various businesses. The meeting includes public hearings for new alcohol licenses and requests to modify licensed premises capacity.

• Public hearing for new licenses: Regent Street Mini Mart (1401 Regent St), Rocky Rococo (4556 Monona Dr), and La Playita Tacos y Mariscos (2601 W Beltline Hwy #106)
• Capacity increase request for Los Remedios (1701 Moorland Rd) from 104 to 300 total capacity
• Outdoor premises and capacity expansion for Prost! (401 E Washington Ave)
• 21+ Entertainment License application for Jays (406 N Frances St)
• 18+ Center for Visual & Performing Arts License application for Red Rock Saloon (222 W Gorham St)

The Alcohol License Review Committee recommended denying a new liquor license for Regent Street Mini Mart, citing community health, safety, and welfare. It also recommended granting numerous license changes, new licenses, and capacity expansions, with several conditional approvals. All recommendations go to the Common Council for final action.

• Recommended denial of new license for Regent Street Mini Mart (1401 Regent St)
• Recommended granting capacity increase for Los Remedios (1701 Moorland Rd)
• Recommended granting capacity increase for Prost! (401 E Washington Ave)
• Recommended granting 21+ entertainment license for Jays (406 N Frances St)
• Recommended granting 18+ arts license for Red Rock Saloon with conditions (222 W Gorham St)
• Recommended granting new license for Rocky Rococo (4556 Monona Dr)
• Recommended granting new license for La Playita Tacos y Mariscos (2601 W Beltline Hwy)
• Recommended granting new license for Roxxy with conditions (327 W Gorham St)

STREET USE STAFF COMMISSION (ended 1/14/2025)

The Street Use Staff Commission is meeting to consider and vote on several street use permits for events scheduled between September and December 2024. These permits involve various street closures and parking restrictions for community events and races.

• Shred & Shop: Closure of portion of 500 State Street on Sept. 21
• West High School Homecoming Parade: Closures on Chadbourne and Lathrop on Oct. 2
• Rock Out at Boulders: Closure of 100 S Carroll on Oct. 19
• Downtown Madison Family Halloween: Closures of 100-600 State Street on Oct. 30
• Madison Marathon: Closures at Capitol Square, 100 & 200 MLK, and 100 E Washington Ave on Nov. 10

The Street Use Staff Commission approved permits for the West High School Homecoming Parade, Rock Out at Boulders, Downtown Madison Family Halloween, Madison Marathon, and Run Santa Run, each with standard conditions. The Shred & Shop sidewalk sale was referred to a future meeting. All approvals were by voice vote.

• Approved West High School Homecoming Parade (voice vote)
• Approved Rock Out at Boulders with vending conditions (voice vote)
• Approved Downtown Madison Family Halloween with 100 block closure (voice vote)
• Approved Madison Marathon (voice vote)
• Approved Run Santa Run (voice vote)
• Referred Shred & Shop to future meeting

MADISON FOOD POLICY COUNCIL

The Madison Food Policy Council will meet virtually to discuss updates on composting, food waste reduction, and regional food system planning. The meeting includes reports on food access, community gardens, and school district programs.

• Update on Composting and Food Waste Reduction
• Regional Food System Planning
• Regional Agriculture and Food Sovereignty
• Dane Food Access Network
• Farmland Preservation Task Force

The council approved the August 21 minutes unanimously and received a presentation on composting and food waste reduction from City of Madison Streets Department and Dane County Waste and Renewables. No formal decisions were made on the presentation. The meeting also marked Angelina Mico's final meeting as a member.

• Approved August 21 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:59 PM (unanimous)

MADISON ARTS COMMISSION

The Madison Arts Commission will discuss and vote on budget amendments for the Municipal Art Fund and the approval of ten artworks for the Madison Public Market. The body will also review procedures for accession and deaccession of art and the 2025 BLINK Plan.

• Acceptance of $40,000 from Madison Public Market Foundation and $50,000 from Friends of the Madison Arts Commission
• Approval and acceptance of ten artworks for installation at the Madison Public Market
• Vote on Public Art Standing Committee Deaccession policy recommendation
• Vote on 2025 BLINK Plan recommendation
• Vote on recommendation for the 'Content: James A. Graaskamp' sculpture

The Madison Arts Commission denied funding for the conservation of the sculpture 'Content: James A. Graaskamp' by Michael Burns, with a 4-1 vote. The meeting ended early at 6:20 pm due to loss of quorum, and several agenda items were referred to future meetings.

• Denied funding for conservation of Graaskamp Park Sculpture (4-1)
• Approved July 9, 2024 minutes by voice vote
• Returned to Lead with recommendation for approval: $40,000 from Madison Public Market Foundation and $50,000 from Friends of the Madison Arts Commission for public art at Madison Public Market, plus acceptance of 10 artworks
• Referred items 3, 4, 6, 7 to next Public Art Standing Committee and Madison Arts Commission meetings

TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION

The Transportation Commission is meeting to discuss the 2025 operating budget and a working session on the Complete Green Streets Guide. The body is also considering a service contract for citywide pedestrian and bike network planning.

• Proposed 18-month service contract with Toole Design Group, LLC for Pedestrian Plan and All Ages and Abilities Bike Network updates
• Presentation on the City of Madison 2025 Operating Budget
• Discussion on crossing guards at middle schools
• Working session on Complete Green Streets Guide - Modal Hierarchy and Overlay Priorities
• Preliminary review of 2025 TC meeting dates

The Transportation Commission approved an 18-month service contract with Toole Design Group, LLC to update the city's Pedestrian Plan and finalize the All Ages and Abilities Bike Network. Additionally, the commission approved the proposed 2025 meeting schedule. Other agenda items, including the 2025 operating budget and crossing guards at middle schools, were presented for discussion.

• Approved minutes from September 4 meeting
• Recommended approval of 18-month contract with Toole Design Group, LLC
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule

PARKS LONG RANGE PLANNING SUBCOMMITTEE

The meeting scheduled for September 18, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda contained procedural items and a discussion regarding the Parks and Open Space Plan Update.

• Parks and Open Space Plan Update

The Parks Long Range Planning Subcommittee meeting scheduled for September 18, 2024, was cancelled. No decisions were made or actions taken.

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review is meeting to discuss an objection to the 2024 Board of Assessor values. The body will also consider the approval of Board of Assessor values from Schedule 14 dated August 28, 2024.

• Objection to 2024 assessment for 1005 Woodward Dr (Current Assessment: $1,426,500)
• Approval of Board of Assessor values from Schedule 14 (August 28, 2024)

The Board of Review denied a request to lower the assessment of a property at 1005 Woodward Dr. The board also approved the Board of Assessor values from Schedule 14 dated August 28, 2024.

• Denied amendment of assessment to $1,371,300 for 1005 Woodward Dr (1-4)
• Approved Board of Assessor values from Schedule 14 on August 28, 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from September 11, 2024 (voice vote)

POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION

The Police and Fire Commission will hold a closed session to review an applicant’s request for reconsideration in the Fire Department hiring process. The body will also receive legal advice on that matter. After the closed session, the commission may reconvene in open session to take any appropriate action.

• Closed session (Item 85163) to discuss a fire‑department hiring reconsideration request
• Legal counsel advice on the hiring reconsideration and related litigation strategy
• Potential open‑session action (Item 85164) following the closed session

The Police and Fire Commission met virtually and convened into closed session to discuss an applicant's request for reconsideration in the Fire Department's hiring process and to receive legal advice. No action was reported out of the closed session. The commission reconvened into open session and adjourned without taking any substantive action.

• Convened into closed session to discuss fire hiring reconsideration and legal advice (voice vote)
• Reconvened into open session after closed session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Finance Committee will hold a virtual meeting to review the 2025 executive capital budget. No public comment period is scheduled for this meeting, though residents can register to speak on the budget at a future meeting.

• 2025 Executive Capital Budget briefing
• No public comment period scheduled
• Meeting held virtually
• Common Council quorum may be present

The Finance Committee held a budget hearing where agencies presented the 2025 Executive Capital Budget and answered questions. The committee voted to refer the budget to the Common Council for a public hearing. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Referred 2025 Executive Capital Budget to Common Council for public hearing (voice vote)

DEFERRED COMPENSATION COMMITTEE

The Deferred Compensation Committee will approve minutes from its August 20 meeting and consider a new investment review for MissionSquare. Public comment will be accepted, and members must file any required ethics disclosures. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom.

• Approve minutes of August 20, 2024 meeting
• Public comment period (Item 85129)
• Review of MissionSquare investment (Item 85128)

The Deferred Compensation Committee met virtually on September 17, 2024, and approved the minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting. MissionSquare staff presented an investment review, but no action was required on it. The meeting adjourned with no substantive decisions beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes of August 20, 2024 meeting (voice vote, all Aye)
• Heard MissionSquare Investment Review; no action required

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Madison Finance Committee will meet virtually to decide on 18 agenda items including grants, loans, staffing changes, and contracts. The meeting also includes a budget hearing and public comment period.

• $250,000 loan to CocoVaa Chocolatier for 10 Odana Court purchase via ARPA funds
• Creation of 1.0 FTE LTE Administrative Analyst 3 in Traffic Engineering funded by Federal grant
• Pumpkin Hollow Neighborhood Sanitary Sewer Improvement Impact Fee under new Section 20.08(12)
• Amendment to Ground Lease for 704 East Gorham Street residential structure in James Madison Park
• $1,027,300 zero-interest Brownfields Cleanup loan for Huxley Yards (2007 Roth Street) from WI DNR

The Finance Committee voted to recommend 17 agenda items to the City Council, covering personnel changes, contracts, grants, and a $250,000 loan to CocoVaa Chocolatier. Two items were returned to lead committees with approval recommendations. The committee also received a briefing on the 2025 executive capital budget and referred it to the next day's meeting.

• Recommended to Council: Recreate transit positions and reallocate employees (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council: Create 1.0 FTE LTE Administrative Analyst 3 in Traffic Engineering (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council: Establish Pumpkin Hollow Neighborhood Sanitary Sewer Improvement Impact Fee (voice vote)
• Returned to Downtown Coordinating Committee with approval recommendation: State Street Mall/Capitol Concourse 2023/24 maintenance charges (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council: $250,000 loan to CocoVaa Chocolatier for property at 10 Odana Court (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council: Authorize grant applications for transit (Section 5310, 5307/5337/5339) (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council: Accept $40,000 and $50,000 for public art at Madison Public Market (voice vote, 15 votes required)
• Referred to Finance Committee meeting of September 17: 2025 Executive Capital Budget (voice vote)

EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION COMMITTEE

The Early Childhood Care and Education Committee will receive a city budget presentation and a tuition assistance program update. The body is also considering a request for approval of Child Care Facilities Loan Program funding.

• City of Madison Budget Presentation
• Request for approval of Child Care Facilities Loan Program Funding
• Tuition Assistance Enrollment and Program Update
• CSC Report

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT COMMITTEE

The Community Development Block Grant Committee will meet virtually to authorize staff to lead the preparation of the Southeast and Southwest Area Plans and to review presentations from applicants seeking funding through the 2024 Affordable Housing Fund-Tax Credits RFP process.

• Authorize Planning Division to lead Southeast Area Plan and Public Participation Plan
• Authorize Planning Division to lead Southwest Area Plan and Public Participation Plan
• Review presentations from Affordable Housing Fund-Tax Credits RFP applicants
• Public comment on agenda item 85156
• Approval of August 1, 2024 minutes

The committee voted to recommend approval of two resolutions authorizing the Planning Division to lead preparation of the Southeast and Southwest Area Plans, each adopting a Public Participation Plan. Both motions passed by voice vote. The committee also heard presentations from eight applicants in the 2024 Affordable Housing Fund-Tax Credits RFP process, with no decisions made on those applications.

• Approved recommendation for Southeast Area Plan and Public Participation Plan (voice vote)
• Approved recommendation for Southwest Area Plan and Public Participation Plan (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of August 1, 2024 (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:03pm (voice vote)

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Community Development Authority is meeting to authorize a resident services grant and approve a previous fiscal year audit. The board will also receive a briefing on the City of Madison 2025 Budget.

• Resolution No. 4622: Submission and acceptance of the 2024 Resident Opportunity and Supportive Services (ROSS) grant
• Resolution No. 4623: Approval of the Public Housing Authority Annual Audit for Fiscal Year ending December 31, 2023
• City of Madison 2025 Budget Briefing
• Report on CDA Finance Subcommittee
• Report on Housing Authority Operations

The Community Development Authority approved two resolutions: authorizing submission and acceptance of the 2024 Resident Opportunity and Supportive Services (ROSS) grant, and approving the Public Housing Authority Annual Audit for FY ending December 31, 2023. The board also adopted the consent agenda and approved the August 8, 2024 minutes. No action was taken on the Finance Subcommittee report, 2025 Budget briefing, or Housing Authority operations report.

• Approved CDA Resolution No. 4622 authorizing ROSS grant submission (voice vote)
• Approved CDA Resolution No. 4623 approving FY2023 annual audit (voice vote)
• Adopted consent agenda (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of August 8, 2024 (voice vote)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES COMMISSION

The Equal Opportunities Commission is meeting for a commissioner orientation, training, and retreat. The body will discuss its roles, responsibilities, and the 2024-2025 work plan.

• Roles and Responsibilities of the EOC per Ordinance
• Overview of EOD
• Burden Shifting Process
• Community Partner Training
• 2024-2025 Work Plan

The Equal Opportunities Commission met for an in-person orientation, training, and retreat. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of training sessions on roles, responsibilities, and processes, plus initial work plan discussions. The minutes were approved.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (ended 3/2026)

The Economic Development Committee will vote on a $250,000 loan to CocoVaa Chocolatier to buy a commercial property at 10 Odana Court. The meeting also includes an update to the 2024‑2026 Economic Development Plan and a discussion of upcoming committee meeting dates. Members will review the 2025 City Budget as it relates to the Economic Development Division and examine the division’s Financial Assistance Dashboard. The session concludes with announcements and future agenda items.

• $250,000 loan to CocoVaa Chocolatier for 10 Odana Court (Small Business Equity and Recovery Program, ARPA funds)
• 2024‑2026 Economic Development Plan update
• Discussion of upcoming EDC meeting dates and locations
• Discussion of the 2025 City Budget for the Economic Development Division
• Review of the Economic Development Division Financial Assistance Dashboard

The Economic Development Committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of a $250,000 loan to CocoVaa Chocolatier for purchasing a commercial property at 10 Odana Court, using ARPA funds. The recommendation will go to the full council. The committee also discussed the Economic Development Plan update, 2025 budget, and future meeting logistics, but took no other votes.

• Recommended approval of $250,000 loan to CocoVaa Chocolatier for 10 Odana Court purchase (unanimous voice vote; Madison recused)
• Approved minutes from August 21, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Park Commissioners is meeting to discuss a new archaeological review process for Vilas Park and a ground lease amendment for 704 East Gorham Street. The board is also considering a policy on donations via the Madison Parks Foundation and various fee updates for 2025 and 2026.

• Archaeological review and investigation process for park development at Vilas Park
• Ground lease amendment and access easement for 704 and 728 East Gorham Street
• City of Madison Parks Division Policy on Donations via the Madison Parks Foundation
• Proposed 2025-2026 fees for Olbrich Botanical Garden, Golf, Aquatics, and Forest Hill Cemetery
• Proposed 2025 fees for shelters, special events, recreation services, and watercraft mooring

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the 2025 proposed fees for Olbrich Botanical Garden, shelters, mooring, watercraft storage, disc golf, dog park, lake access, cross country ski permits, aquatics, Forest Hill Cemetery, golf, special events, and recreation services. The board also affirmed the Parks Division donation policy and recommended approval of a ground lease amendment for 704 East Gorham Street. A report on an archaeological review process for Vilas Park was discussed but no action was taken, with staff planning to bring it back in November.

• Approved 2025 Olbrich Botanical Garden fees
• Approved 2025 shelter fees
• Approved 2025 park division fees (mooring, watercraft storage, violation ranges, disc golf, dog park, lake access, cross country ski permits)
• Approved 2025 aquatics fees
• Approved 2025 Forest Hill Cemetery fees
• Approved 2025 golf fees
• Approved 2025 special event fees
• Approved 2025 recreation services fees

BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Board of Public Works will hold a public hearing regarding a new sanitary sewer improvement impact fee for the Pumpkin Hollow neighborhood. The board is also reviewing soil infiltration design standards and various public and private construction contracts.

• Public hearing to establish the Pumpkin Hollow Neighborhood Sanitary Sewer Improvement Impact Fee
• Proposed amendment to Section 37.09(3)(e)1 to establish soil infiltration design standards
• Awarding Contract No. 9561 for S. Paterson Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement to Speedway Sand & Gravel, Inc.
• Approval of plans for 4 S Blair Street (Porchlight) mixed-use building including a 5-foot sidewalk and 8-foot terrace
• Establishing the N Franklin Avenue and Lynn Terrace Assessment District - 2025

The Board of Public Works approved several private and public construction contracts and recommended various ordinances to the Common Council. The board also rejected bids for the Door Creek Park Shelter Connection project and referred a budget presentation for further review.

• Approved August 28 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of Pumpkin Hollow sewer impact fee to Finance Committee
• Referral of budget presentation to board (due 9/25/2024)
• Approved subcontractor list for Door Creek Park Shelter
• Recommended adoption of soil infiltration design standards
• Recommended acceptance of various private street and storm water improvements
• Rejected bids for Contract 8767, Door Creek Park Shelter Connection

URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION

The Urban Design Commission is meeting to review design and signage proposals for three specific properties. The body will act as an approving or advisory entity on planned development amendments and signage reviews.

• Comprehensive Design Review of Signage at 901 E Washington Avenue
• Major Amendment for expansion of UW Digestive Health Clinic at 702-750 University Row & 5119 Silvertree Run
• Amendment to an Approved Planned Development at 8137 Mayo Drive, 8125 Grotto Lane, and 8113 Grotto

The Urban Design Commission granted initial approval for a major amendment to the approved Planned Development at 702-750 University Row and 5119 Silvertree Run, allowing expansion of the UW Digestive Health Clinic. The approval was unanimous (6-0) and included conditions requiring additional architectural detailing, material refinements, and landscape revisions for the parking structure. The commission also approved signage at 901 E Washington Avenue and made an advisory recommendation to approve a Planned Development amendment for properties on Mayo Drive and Grotto Lane.

• Granted initial approval for UW Digestive Health Clinic expansion (6-0) with conditions on parking structure design
• Approved signage at 901 E Washington Avenue as consent item
• Advisory recommendation to approve PD amendment for 8137 Mayo Drive and adjacent properties (6-0)
• Approved minutes of August 28, 2024

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review is meeting to discuss objections to the 2024 Board of Assessor values. The session includes a review of one specific property assessment objection.

• Objection to 2024 assessment for 19 Sugar Maple Trl (current assessment: $369,900)

PERSONNEL BOARD

The Personnel Board is meeting to discuss city staffing and compensation. The board will consider reallocating one specific employee position and receive updates on a compensation study.

• Proposal to recreate position #3698 (Administrative Clerk 1) as a Program Assistant 1
• Compensation Study update
• Report on position studies approved through administrative actions

The Personnel Board voted to recommend recreating position #3698 from Administrative Clerk 1 to Program Assistant 1 and reallocate the employee, sending it to the Finance Committee for approval. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and adjourned. No public comment was given, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (voice vote)
• Recommended approval to Finance Committee for recreating position #3698 as Program Assistant 1 (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

COMMON COUNCIL

The Madison Common Council will hold a hybrid meeting to consider a consent agenda, hear public comments, and vote on alcohol license applications for new businesses and a zoning text amendment regarding housing dimensions.

• Public hearings for new alcohol licenses at Monsoon Siam 2, El Torito Cantina, Rocky Rococo, Sequoia, and three Walgreens locations
• Zoning text amendment to change minimum dimensional requirements in the TR-C4 District
• Human Resources presentation on workforce strategy and compensation
• Proclamation of September 2024 as National Recovery Month
• Consent agenda with recommended actions for various city reports

The Common Council adopted the Northeast Area Plan (18-2) and the West Area Plan with conditions, both amending the Comprehensive Plan. It also approved zoning changes including allowing affordable student housing to exceed downtown height limits, and granted numerous new liquor licenses and public works contracts.

• Adopted Northeast Area Plan amendment (18-2)
• Adopted West Area Plan with conditions
• Adopted ordinance allowing affordable student housing to exceed downtown height limits
• Granted new liquor licenses for Deon's, Monsoon Siam 2, El Torito Cantina, Sequoia, and four Walgreens locations
• Awarded Public Works Contract No. 9238 for Burr Jones Shoreline Repair
• Awarded Public Works Contract No. 9174 for McPike Park demolition and site restoration
• Accepted $100,000 USCM Police Reform grant for MAARI program
• Approved $125,000 TIF loan to Pequeños Traviesos LLC for property improvements

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review will meet to discuss objections to 2024 assessor values for three specific properties. The body will also consider the approval of Board of Assessor values from Schedule 13 dated August 21st.

• Objection for 4906 Odana Rd (Current Assessment: $426,900)
• Objection for 625 N Segoe Rd # 206 (Current Assessment: $461,700)
• Objection for 5438 Lake Mendota Dr (Current Assessment: $2,279,200)
• Approval of Board of Assessor values from Schedule 13 (August 21st)

The Board of Review sustained the real estate assessments for three properties and approved the Board of Assessor values from Schedule 13. All motions passed unanimously with four votes in favor and two excused.

• Sustained assessment for 4906 Odana Rd at $426,900 (4-0)
• Sustained assessment for 625 N Segoe Rd #206 at $461,700 (4-0)
• Sustained assessment for 5438 Lake Mendota Dr at $2,279,200 (4-0)
• Approved Board of Assessor values from Schedule 13 (voice vote)

POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION

The Madison Police and Fire Commission will review final recommendations from the Fire Chief on three fire personnel promotions and from the Police Chief on three police personnel promotions. It will also consider adding six candidates to the 2024‑2025 Police Department Eligibility List and receive status reports on disciplinary matters for both departments. The meeting includes public comment and the introduction of a new commissioner.

• Consideration of Fire Chief's recommendation to promote Timothy Mrowiec to Deputy Chief (effective Sep 4, 2024)
• Consideration of Fire Chief's recommendation to promote Lisa Becher to Division Chief (effective Sep 25, 2024)
• Consideration of Police Chief's recommendation to promote Kyle Toberman to Detective (effective Oct 1, 2024)
• Consideration of adding six candidates to the 2024‑2025 Police Department Eligibility List
• General status reports on disciplinary matters for both Fire and Police Departments

The Madison Police and Fire Commission approved all six recommended promotions for fire and police personnel, including three fire department promotions and three police department promotions, all effective on specified dates in September and October 2024. The commission also added six candidates to the 2024-2025 Police Department Eligibility List. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only routine approvals and status reports.

• Approved promotion of Timothy Mrowiec to Deputy Chief, effective September 4, 2024
• Approved promotion of Lisa Becher to Division Chief, effective September 25, 2024
• Approved promotion of Aaron Zamzow to Lieutenant, effective September 17, 2024
• Approved promotion of Kyle Toberman to Detective, effective October 1, 2024
• Approved promotion of Mario Gonzalez to Sergeant, effective October 15, 2024
• Approved promotion of Lauren Meverden to Detective, effective October 15, 2024
• Approved adding Anthony Barba, Trent Hopkins, Jakub Karczewicz, Vaminah Powell, David Rheineck, and Alex Schnell to the 2024-2025 Police Department Eligibility List

LANDMARKS COMMISSION

The Madison Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on construction additions in historic districts and review a list of buildings proposed for demolition. The meeting is held virtually.

• Public hearing for 919 Spaight Street addition in Third Lake Ridge Historic District
• Public hearing for 1908 Arlington Place addition in University Heights Historic District
• Review of buildings proposed for demolition: 3441 Burke Avenue, 423-427 W Mifflin Street
• Approval of August 19, 2024, commission minutes
• Secretary's report on infill in Historic Districts and buildings proposed for demolition

The Madison Landmarks Commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness: one for an addition at 919 Spaight Street in the Third Lake Ridge Historic District as a consent item, and one for an addition at 1908 Arlington Place in the University Heights Historic District with conditions requiring updated design details. The commission also made recommendations to the Plan Commission on demolition proposals for buildings on Burke Avenue and W Mifflin Street, finding no historic value for 3441 Burke Avenue, limited value for 423 and 425 W Mifflin Street, and historic value for 427 W Mifflin Street.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 919 Spaight Street addition (consent item)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 1908 Arlington Place addition with conditions (voice vote)
• Recommended to Plan Commission that 3441 Burke Avenue has no known historic value
• Recommended to Plan Commission that 423 and 425 W Mifflin Street have historic value related to vernacular context but are not individually significant (Ely-Ledesma voted no)
• Recommended to Plan Commission that 427 W Mifflin Street has historic value as work of architect Ferdinand Kronenberg

PLAN COMMISSION

The Madison Plan Commission will hold a virtual meeting on September 9, 2024, to consider 15 development-related requests. These include demolition permits for residential and commercial buildings, conditional use permits for nightclubs, hospitals, schools, and mixed-use developments, as well as zoning changes and plat approvals. The meeting will also feature a public comment period and potential presentations on the 2025 city budget and area plans.

• Demolition permit for 225 W Gilman Street three-family dwelling
• Conditional use permit for nightclub with live music at 1018-1034 Walsh Road
• Major alteration to UW Health East Madison Hospital for 120,000 sq. ft. addition
• Demolition permit for 2001 Londonderry Drive financial institution
• Four-story, 105-unit apartment building proposed at 2001 Londonderry Drive

The Madison Plan Commission approved multiple development requests, including a 120,000 square-foot addition to UW Health East Madison Hospital and a mixed-use building at 1202 S. Park Street. Several items were referred to future meetings at the applicant's request, including apartment and zoning proposals for Portage Road and Londonderry Drive.

• Approved demolition permit for a three-family dwelling at 225 W Gilman Street
• Approved conditional use for a nightclub with live music at 1018-1034 Walsh Road
• Approved demolition permit for a single-family residence at 504 E Lakeview Avenue
• Approved major alteration for a 120,000 sq. ft. addition to UW Health East Madison Hospital at 4602 and 4698 Eastpark Boulevard
• Approved conditional use for a public school tenant at 208 E Olin Avenue
• Referred demolition and apartment proposals for 2001 Londonderry Drive to September 23
• Approved conditional use and forwarded certified survey map for 1202 S Park Street to Common Council
• Referred zoning change and apartment project at 4303 Portage Road to October 7

CITY-COUNTY HOMELESS ISSUES COMMITTEE

The City-County Homeless Issues Committee will hold a virtual meeting to review updates on the Dairy Drive Urban Campground and Solace Home, two local homelessness initiatives. The agenda includes procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comment, but no formal decisions are listed.

• Dairy Drive Urban Campground Update (Brenda Konkel, Madison Street Medicine)
• Solace Home Update (Kendra Deja, Solace Friends)
• Public Comment session (85102)

The City-County Homeless Issues Committee met virtually on September 9, 2024, and approved the August 5, 2024 minutes by voice vote. The meeting included presentations on the city-sanctioned campground at Dairy Drive and Solace Home, an end-of-life care facility for homeless individuals, followed by Q&A sessions. Staff reports from the City of Madison and Dane County were also provided. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval and adjournment.

• Approved August 5, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned at 7:53pm (voice vote)

SISTER CITY COLLABORATION COMMITTEE

The committee is meeting to review September 2024 program reports and debrief a photo exhibit and reception. Members will also discuss the placement of a Sister Cities quilt and a display case.

• September 2024 Sister City Program Reports
• Photo Exhibit and Reception debrief
• Placement of Sister Cities Quilt
• Status of Display Case
• Utility Box Art Opportunity presentation from Madison Arts Commission

The committee heard reports on sister city activities, debriefed a photo exhibit, and discussed placing a sister cities quilt in storage. They also heard a presentation from the Madison Arts Commission about a utility box art program, with details to be discussed further in October. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes from July 1, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Discussed utility box art program; schedule to be set in October
• Discussed placement of sister cities quilt in display case storage
• Discussed enlarging Mayor's proclamation for display case

FACILITIES PROGRAMS AND FEES SUBCOMMITTEE (Parks)

The Facilities Programs and Fees Subcommittee is considering various fee updates for 2025 and 2026. The body will also discuss updates to the municipal ordinance regarding vending in public parks.

• Capitol Off Road Pathfinders (CORP) Fee Modification Agreement
• Proposed 2025-2026 Olbrich Botanical Garden fees
• Proposed 2025 fees for shelters, golf, aquatics, and Forest Hill Cemetery
• Proposed 2025 fees for mooring, watercraft storage, and disc golf
• Discussion on updating MGO 8.17 regarding vending in public parks

The Facilities, Programs and Fees Subcommittee recommended approval of the 2025 Parks Division fee schedule to the Board of Park Commissioners, covering fees for Olbrich Botanical Gardens, shelters, mooring, watercraft storage, disc golf, dog parks, lake access, cross-country ski permits, aquatics, Forest Hill Cemetery, golf, WPCRC, special events, and recreation services. It also approved a fee modification agreement with the Capitol Off Road Pathfinders (CORP) and recommended continuing work on updating the vending ordinance (MGO 8.17). All votes were by voice vote with no recorded tallies.

• Recommended approval of 2025 Olbrich Botanical Garden fees to BPC
• Recommended approval of 2025 shelter fees to BPC
• Recommended approval of 2025 Park Division fees (mooring, watercraft storage, violations, disc golf, dog park, lake access, cross-country ski) to BPC
• Recommended approval of 2025 aquatics fees to BPC
• Recommended approval of 2025 Forest Hill Cemetery fees to BPC
• Recommended approval of 2025 golf fees to BPC
• Recommended approval of 2025 WPCRC fees to BPC
• Recommended approval of 2025 special event and recreation services fees to BPC

MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD

The Madison Public Library Board will review financial reports and the 2025 meeting calendar. Members will discuss updates to the Imagination at Reindahl Park and plan for potential reductions in evening hours if necessary for the 2025 Operating Budget.

• Approval of July 2024 Financial Reports
• Approval of the 2025 Madison Public Library Board meeting calendar
• Updates on the Imagination at Reindahl Park
• Discussion on potential reduction in evening hours for 2025 Operating Budget
• Reports from Director Onboarding and Critical Incident Response Policy subcommittees

The Madison Public Library Board approved the previous meeting minutes, the August Director's Report, and the July 2024 Financial Reports. The board also voted to table the approval of the 2025 meeting calendar until the October 10, 2024 meeting, and discussed updates on the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park and potential evening hour reductions for the 2025 operating budget.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved August 2024 Director's Report (voice vote)
• Tabled approval of the 2025 Madison Public Library Board meeting calendar until October 10, 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved July 2024 Financial Reports (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10 pm (voice vote)

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION COMMISSION

The Affirmative Action Commission will meet to elect a new chair and receive updates on the Residency Preference Program and the 50k Hearing. The body will also review stakeholder responses regarding equity analysis and landmark review.

• Election of New Chair
• Residency Preference Program Update
• Equity Analysis and Landmark review stakeholder responses
• 50k Hearing Update
• Debrief of AA 50th Anniversary & AASPIRE Internship Event

The Madison Affirmative Action Commission met virtually and elected Commissioner Jasmine C. Banks as its new chair. The commission also approved the previous meeting's minutes and received updates on several ongoing items, including the AA 50th Anniversary & AASPIRE Internship Event, the 50k Hearing, recruitment efforts, the Residency Preference Program, and an Equity Analysis and Landmark review. No public comment was received, and no substantive policy decisions were made beyond the election and minutes approval.

• Elected Jasmine C. Banks as Chair (voice vote)
• Approved the previous meeting's minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:13pm (voice vote)

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Madison Community Development Authority (CDA) Finance Subcommittee meets virtually to review the CDA’s second-quarter 2024 housing and redevelopment financials and receive a presentation of the 2023 CDA audit. The meeting is procedural with no substantive decisions listed on the agenda.

The CDA Finance Subcommittee met virtually and approved the minutes from May 14, 2024, by voice vote. Members reviewed second quarter 2024 financials and received a presentation on the 2023 CDA audit from Baker Tilly, but took no action on either item. The meeting adjourned at 1:47 pm.

• Approved minutes of May 14, 2024 (voice vote)
• Adjourned at 1:47 pm (voice vote)

STREET USE STAFF COMMISSION (ended 1/14/2025)

The Street Use Staff Commission will consider and vote on street use permits for a series of scheduled events, including a car caravan, park(ing) day, electric vehicle display, hemp festival, and vintage market. The agenda also includes recommendations to approve parking requests for two weddings. Staff will provide announcements about recent and upcoming permitted events. The meeting is virtual and includes a public comment period.

• LA MOVIDA CAR CARAVAN – Sept 15, 2024, route from 2429 Perry St to Breese Stevens Field (E Washington/N Paterson) with no street closures
• WI ASLA PARK(ING) DAY – Sept 20, 2024, request for 3 parking stalls on Langdon St adjacent to Library Mall, no street closure
• DRIVE ELECTRIC MADISON – Sept 21, 2024, street closure on 100 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd from 6 am‑2 pm
• THE GREAT MIDWEST HEMP FEST – Sept 28‑29, 2024, parade at 800‑100 State Street, event at Library Mall with vending and amplification
• SINGLESTITCH VINTAGE MARKET – Sept 28, 2024, street closure on 200 State Street from 9 am‑8 pm

The Street Use Staff Commission approved several street use permits for upcoming events, each pending receipt of required documents and subject to specific conditions such as indemnification, insurance, and notification requirements. The Great Midwest Hemp Fest permit was withdrawn by the applicant, and the Singlestitch Vintage Market was referred to a future meeting. The consent agenda for additional permits was also approved.

• Approved La Movida Car Caravan permit (pending documents)
• Approved WI ASLA PARK(ING) Day permit (pending documents)
• Approved Drive Electric Madison permit (pending documents)
• Approved Shelter from the Storm Stampede permit (pending documents)
• Approved Cub Scout Climbing Event permit (pending documents)
• Approved GSAFE Trick or Trot permit (pending documents)
• Approved consent agenda permits (pending documents)
• Referred Singlestitch Vintage Market to future meeting

TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION

The Transportation Commission will consider amending a design engineering contract for tunnel lighting and an ordinance regarding school bus flashing lights. The body will also review the Metro Transit annual financial audit and the Complete Green Streets Guide.

• Contract amendment with KL Engineering, Inc. for tunnel lighting reconstruction at Monona Terrace over John Nolen Drive (USH 151) and Wisconsin Southern Railroad
• Proposed amendment to Section 12.80 of the Madison General Ordinances regarding school bus flashing lights
• Review of Metro Transit Annual Financial Audit
• Review of the Complete Green Streets Guide
• Quarterly Traffic Safety Report

The commission recommended two items to the City Council: amending a contract with KL Engineering for tunnel lighting design at Monona Terrace, and amending Madison General Ordinances to clarify and increase school bus flashing light use. They also accepted the Metro Transit annual financial audit report and received updates on Bus Rapid Transit, the Complete Green Streets Guide, and traffic safety.

• Recommended to Council to adopt KL Engineering contract amendment for tunnel lighting design (voice vote)
• Recommended to Council to adopt ordinance increasing school bus flashing light use (voice vote)
• Accepted Metro Transit annual financial audit report (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of July 31 meeting (voice vote)

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Madison Board of Review will discuss objections to the 2024 Board of Assessor values for three specific parcels. After the discussion, the board will vote to approve the Board of Assessor values from Schedule 12 dated August 14, 2024. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and disclosures.

• Objection for 461 N Baldwin St (Parcel 0709-124-0408-8) – current assessment $605,000
• Objection for 5017 Woodburn Dr (Parcel 0709-304-0705-6) – current assessment $422,400
• Objection for 1809 Legacy Ln (Parcel 0708-353-2003-0) – current assessment $402,000
• Approval of Board of Assessor values from Schedule 12 (August 14, 2024)

The Madison Board of Review approved minutes from August 27, 2024, and heard three objections to 2024 assessments. It sustained the $605,000 assessment for 461 N Baldwin St, denied a hearing for 5017 Woodburn Dr due to owner absence, and amended the assessment for 1809 Legacy Ln to $315,700. The board also approved Board of Assessor values from Schedule 12 on August 14th.

• Approved minutes from August 27, 2024 (voice vote)
• Sustained $605,000 assessment for 461 N Baldwin St (3-0)
• Denied hearing for 5017 Woodburn Dr due to owner non-appearance (voice vote)
• Amended assessment for 1809 Legacy Ln to $315,700 (3-0)
• Approved Board of Assessor values from Schedule 12 on August 14th

BOARD OF HEALTH FOR MADISON AND DANE COUNTY

The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County will vote on three resolutions: accepting additional funds from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for public health emergency preparedness; authorizing the Director of Public Health to sign Memorandum of Understanding agreements with health maintenance organizations for client care coordination; and approving line‑item budget transfers. The agenda also includes an air‑quality project presentation, elections of officers, and standard public‑comment and minutes approval items.

• Resolution #2024-28: Accept additional funds from Wisconsin Department of Health Services for public health emergency preparedness
• Resolution #2024-29: Authorize Director of Public Health to sign MOUs with health maintenance organizations for client care coordination
• Resolution #2024-30: Authorize line‑item budget transfers
• Air Quality Project Presentation
• Elections of Officers

The Board of Health for Madison and Dane County approved three resolutions: accepting additional funds for public health emergency preparedness, authorizing the Director of Public Health to sign agreements with health maintenance organizations for client care coordination, and authorizing line item budget transfers. The board also received an air quality project presentation and elected new officers: Jerry Halverson as Chair, Gene Musser as Vice Chair, and Leslie Seltzer as Second Vice Chair. All votes were by voice vote/other.

• Approved Resolution #2024-28 accepting additional funds from Wisconsin DHS for public health emergency preparedness
• Approved Resolution #2024-29 authorizing Director of Public Health to sign MOU agreements with HMOs for client care coordination
• Approved Resolution #2024-30 authorizing line item budget transfers
• Elected Jerry Halverson as Chair, Gene Musser as Vice Chair, Leslie Seltzer as Second Vice Chair
• Received air quality project presentation

ROOM TAX COMMISSION

The Madison Room Tax Commission will review financial updates and budget priorities for organizations receiving tax allocations, including the Monona Terrace Capital Projects 2025-2030 plan. The body will also consider the Room Tax Fund condition and forecast, and a general fund budget update.

• Review of Monona Terrace Capital Projects 2025-2030
• Financial update and budget priorities for organizations
• Room Tax Fund condition and forecast
• City General Fund Budget Update
• Outline of 2025 Budget Meeting

The Room Tax Commission met and received financial updates and 2025 budget presentations from organizations receiving room tax allocations, including Destination Madison, Monona Terrace, Overture Center, and others. Commissioners also reviewed the room tax fund condition and forecast, discussed the city's 2025 general fund budget, and outlined the commission's 2025 budget meeting. No funding decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes from June 3, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Received financial updates and 2025 budget presentations from room tax recipients
• Reviewed room tax fund condition and forecast
• Discussed city general fund budget for 2025
• Outlined 2025 Room Tax Commission budget meeting
• Adjourned at 6:50pm

POLICE CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT BOARD

The Madison Police Civilian Oversight Board will approve minutes from the August 8 meeting, vote on its leadership positions, and hear presentations on the OIM complaint process rollout, training topics for the NACOLE Board, and a recruitment plan for board members and attorneys. The board may enter closed session to discuss employee compensation or performance data. Public comment will be accepted before these items.

• Vote on Leadership Positions of the PCOB (item 84919)
• OIM Complaint Process Presentation and Intake Rollout Timeline (item 84920)
• Selection of specific topics for NACOLE Board training at end of 2024 (item 84922)
• Recruitment Plan for PCOB Organizations, Members, and Attorneys (item 84923)
• IM Evaluation – possible closed‑session discussion (item 84981)

The Madison Police Civilian Oversight Board met virtually and approved its August 8 minutes with a correction. The board tabled leadership elections and NACOLE training topic selection until new members are recruited, and unanimously approved a motion for members to submit edits to the complaint intake procedure by September 12. The board also authorized the chair to speak on its behalf regarding nominating process changes, then entered closed session to discuss an IM evaluation.

• Approved August 8 minutes with amendment to reflect Yesenia Villalpando-Torres' attendance (unanimous)
• Tabled leadership elections to next scheduled meeting (unanimous)
• Approved motion for board members to submit complaint intake procedure edits by September 12 (unanimous)
• Tabled NACOLE training topic selection until new members recruited (unanimous)
• Authorized chair to speak on board's behalf on nominating process changes (unanimous)
• Entered closed session at 8:37pm for IM evaluation

VENDING OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (ended 3/2026)

The August 28, 2024, meeting of the Vending Oversight Committee was cancelled. The agenda included staff reports on street vending and a presentation on carts in parks.

• Street Vending Staff Reports (January through July 2024)
• Carts in Parks presentation
• State Street Night Vending Site Map 2024

COMMITTEE ON AGING

The Committee on Aging will meet virtually to hear applicant presentations and review staff reports. The meeting includes a review of monthly reports covering February 2024 through July 2024.

• Applicant presentations
• Monthly reports for February 2024-July 2024

The Committee on Aging heard presentations from agencies applying for Older Adult Services funding and discussed the timeline for recommendations. The committee tabled the monthly staff reports for February-July 2024 to the next meeting. No funding decisions were made.

• Approved meeting minutes by voice vote
• Heard agency presentations for Older Adult Services RFP funding
• Tabled monthly staff reports to next meeting
• Adjourned at 4:23 pm by voice vote

BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Board of Public Works is reviewing several public and private construction contracts, including a major flood mitigation project. The body is also considering a new ordinance for soil infiltration design standards and multiple benefit assessments for street and sewer improvements.

• Proposed $9,699,200 project for Pheasant Branch Greenway Enhancement to improve flood conveyance
• Amending Section 37.09(3)(e)1 of the Madison General Ordinances to establish soil infiltration design standards
• Maintenance Agreement with Common Wealth Development, Inc. for outdoor cafés at 931 E. Main Street
• Contract amendment of $57,030 for Merjent, Inc. regarding Pheasant Branch Greenway design
• Change Order No. 12 for $456,741.87 for State St. Campus Garage Mixed-Use

The Board of Public Works recommended to the Common Council a substitute ordinance amending Madison General Ordinances to establish soil infiltration design standards, with a recommendation to refer it back to the Board on September 11, 2024. The board also approved numerous consent agenda items, including maintenance agreements, private contract improvements, assessment districts, and change orders, all by voice vote. No public comments were made, and one member recused from a specific item.

• Recommended to council with recommendations to refer back to Board of Public Works on 9/11/24 for soil infiltration design standards (voice vote)
• Recommended to council to adopt maintenance agreement with Common Wealth Development for E. Main Street patios (voice vote)
• Recommended to council to adopt plans for 4725 Hill Farms Place private contract improvements (voice vote)
• Recommended to council to adopt acceptance of improvements for Village at Autumn Lake Phases 10 and 12 (voice vote)
• Recommended to council to adopt sidewalk improvements at 226 N Midvale Boulevard (voice vote)
• Approved Change Order No. 13 to Contract 9086 for Metro Transit Hanson Road Bus Facility Remodel for $141,002.86 (voice vote)
• Approved Change Order No. 13 to Contract 8716 for East-West Bus Rapid Transit Main Body for $121,680.31 (voice vote)
• Approved Change Order No. 12 to Contract 9361 for State St. Campus Garage Mixed-Use for $456,741.87 (voice vote)

URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION

The Urban Design Commission will consider approvals for development projects in the Urban Design and Urban Mixed-Use districts. The body will act as an approving body for some projects and an advisory body for others.

• Initial/Final Approval for a new mixed-use building at 1202 S Park Street
• Advisory review of a new multi-family residential building at 619 W Mifflin Street
• Advisory review of a residential building complex at 2150 Marty Road & 7751 Mid Town Road
• Building addition at 223-225 W Gilman Street (referred to a future meeting date)

The commission granted initial approval for a new mixed-use building at 1202 S Park Street, subject to conditions including revised elevations, landscape changes, and glazing requirements. A proposed building addition at 223-225 W Gilman Street was referred to a future meeting. Informational presentations were received for two other projects, and the meeting minutes from August 14 were approved.

• Approved initial approval for 1202 S Park Street mixed-use building with conditions (voice vote)
• Referred 223-225 W Gilman Street building addition to a future meeting (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of August 14, 2024 (voice vote)
• Received informational presentation for 619 W Mifflin Street multi-family building
• Received informational presentation for 2150 Marty Road & 7751 Mid Town Road residential complex

BOARD OF REVIEW

The August 28, 2024, Board of Review meeting was cancelled. The agenda had listed discussions regarding objections to 2024 assessor values for three properties.

• Objection for 5022 Sheboygan Ave (Current Assessment: $1,627,000)
• Objection for 2909 Post Rd (Current Assessment: $453,700)
• Objection for 626 Burnt Sienna Dr (Current Assessment: $579,400)

ALCOHOL LICENSE REVIEW COMMITTEE

The Alcohol License Review Committee holds a virtual meeting to review an operator license application for Dontell Jefferson, who works at Kwik Trip. The committee also sets procedures for public comment and outlines future meeting dates for applications.

• Operator license application for Dontell Jefferson (Kwik Trip)
• Public comment registration required for speaking at the meeting
• Next review scheduled for September 18, 2024

BOARD OF REVIEW

The Board of Review is meeting to discuss objections to 2024 assessor values for two specific properties. The board will also consider the approval of assessor values from Schedules 10 and 11.

• Objection to assessment for 5229 Harbor Ct (Current Assessment: $1,294,800)
• Objection to assessment for 15 E Wilson St (Current Assessment: $29,520,500)
• Approval of Board of Assessor's values from Schedules 10 and 11

The Board of Review approved the minutes from August 21, 2024, and sustained the real estate assessments for two properties: 5229 Harbor Ct (Halbach Trust) at $1,294,800 and 15 E Wilson St (Marcus Hotels Inc) at $29,520,500. Both motions passed unanimously with 4 ayes and 2 excused. The board also approved the Board of Assessor's values from Schedules 10 and 11 from July 31 and August 7, and adjourned.

• Approved minutes from August 21, 2024 (voice vote)
• Sustained assessment for 5229 Harbor Ct at $1,294,800 (4-0, 2 excused)
• Sustained assessment for 15 E Wilson St at $29,520,500 (4-0, 2 excused)
• Approved Board of Assessor's values from Schedules 10 & 11 (voice vote)
• Adjourned (voice vote)

WATER UTILITY BOARD

The Water Utility Board is meeting to discuss 2025 operating and capital budget requests and PFAS settlements. The body is also considering contract extensions for generator maintenance and a well treatment project.

• 2025 Capital and Operating Budget Requests
• PFAS Settlements
• Contract amendment with Short-Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. for Unit Well 19 Treatment System Addition through December 31, 2025
• Noncompetitive contract with Cummins Inc. for generator maintenance through 2028

The Madison Water Utility Board approved the 2025 Capital and Operating Budget Requests as presented, and accepted the recommendation on PFAS settlements. The board also recommended to the council the contract amendment with Short-Elliott Hendrickson for the Unit Well 19 Treatment System project and a noncompetitive contract with Cummins Inc. for generator maintenance. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved 2025 Capital and Operating Budget Requests (voice vote)
• Accepted PFAS settlements recommendation (voice vote)
• Recommended to council contract amendment with Short-Elliott Hendrickson for Unit Well 19 project (voice vote)
• Recommended to council noncompetitive contract with Cummins Inc. for generator maintenance (voice vote)
• Accepted monthly Water Production report (voice vote)
• Accepted monthly Financial Conditions report (voice vote)
• Accepted monthly Capital Projects report (voice vote)
• Accepted monthly Operations report (voice vote)

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Madison Finance Committee will vote on several funding and contract items, including a $250,000 grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation for the Economic Development Division. It will also review a $150,000 amendment to the Arcadis Engineering Services contract, a $125,000 loan to Pequeños Traviesos LLC for improvements at 119 Nygard Street, and a $100,000 police grant for the Madison Area Addiction Recovery Initiative. Additional agenda items involve a landfill agreement with Dane County and irrigation upgrades at Yahara Hills Golf Course.

• Approve a $150,000 increase to the Arcadis Engineering Services contract, raising the total to $727,000 and extending the term to Dec 31 2025.
• Authorize a $125,000 loan to Pequeños Traviesos LLC for real‑estate improvements at 119 Nygard Street via the TID 51 Small Cap TIF loan program.
• Accept a $100,000 United States Conference of Mayors Police Reform and Equitable Justice Grant for the Police Department’s Madison Area Addiction Recovery Initiative and amend the 2024 Police budget accordingly.
• Authorize acceptance of a $250,000 Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Community Development Investment Grant and related contracts with WEDC and Madison Area Technical College District.
• Amend the Parks Division 2024 Capital Budget to use Golf Revenue Reserves for irrigation system improvements at Yahara Hills Golf Course.