District 5 Blog

Recognizing neighborhood trauma from last week's events. There is a heat advisory in effect. Please check water conditions before heading to the beach. Morgan Wallen concert will impact the neighborhood next weekend. Lots of upcoming meetings/events.

Please avoid Spooner and Van Hise area to allow first responders to do their jobs unimpeded.

The University Ave and Meadow Ln development was approved by the Plan Commission. Multiple budget engagement sessions this week. June 19th - Juneteenth - is a federal and Madison, but not state, holiday. Join the festivities on Saturday to celebrate!

The University Ave and Meadow Ln proposed development will come before Plan Commission this week. The Madison Police Department is stepping up traffic enforcement this summer - please slow down, and obey all signs and lights. Announcements &…

There are so many ways to enjoy Madison Bike week, from snacks to parties to a press conference. Join the fun! Madison and Dane County are both beginning budget listening sessions - bring your ideas! Many announcements and events.

See the Capital Band at Forest Hill cemetery Monday 9:15-11am, and watch out for road closures from the Monona Memorial Day parade. Budget meetings coming up - lots of opportunities to engage. Announcements & Events.

Water main flushing continues in our area this week. Assessments were released on Monday - please see information on the open book period. Lots of announcements and events.

Helicopters will be placing lights at the stadium on Friday, May 16 from 7am to noon. Watch for street closures at Breese Terrace and Badger Way during this time. If the helicopters cannot operate safely on Friday, the backup date is Saturday.

It was wonderful to be part of the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park groundbreaking. Water main flushing this week. Brush collection on N. Franklin this week requires bags. Lots of announcements and events.

Congrats to former Alder Eve Galanter on her 2025 Legacy Award from Wisconsin Women in Government. There are several new businesses at Regent and Allen - check them out! Water main flushing this week. Construction and detours to be aware of.