A smattering of items as I get back into the routine of collecting this info!
Looks like I should be doing these twice a week! There’s more to come tomorrow!
MADISON MADNESS – ENDS MONDAY
Madison Madness – Ends Monday
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Like the basketball tournament, Madison Madness will end on Monday, April 7th. Hundreds of residents have filled out their brackets and shared their perspectives and priorities for future growth. If you haven’t filled out a bracket, you still can! Two minutes and 31 clicks is all it takes.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/
Madison Madness is also available in Spanish
https://www.surveymonkey.com/
Final results will be shared shortly after Madison Madness ends. Madison Madness will help inform both the Southeast Area Plan and the Southwest Area Plan.
If you have questions, please reach out:
southeastareaplan@
southwestareaplan@
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MADISON METRO UPDATES
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MADISON PARKS UPDATES (Sorry, Saturday event already happened)
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BIDS FOR CITY PROJECTS
Bids Due 4/17/25
City of Madison Public Works Contracts For Bid:
| Contract | Contract Description | Receive & Open |
| 8783 . | Shawnee Pass Assessment District 2025, Nakoma Sidewalk, and Nakoma Culvert | 4/17/25 |
| 9646 . | 2025 Sport Court Resurfacings | 4/17/25 |
PLEASE NOTE:
SBE and DBE pre-bid meetings are held virtually. Please see Bid Express for registration details and link.
Bids may be submitted online through Bid Express or in person at 1600 Emil St. The bid results will be posted online after the bid opening.
If you have any questions, please call Alane Boutelle at 608-267-1197 or the Construction Engineer at 608-266-9091.
PROJECT UPDATES
Project Update: Atticus Way
Location: 4649 Verona Rd
Estimated Schedule: April 1, 2025 – July 3, 2025
April 4, 2025 Update
The Atticus Way construction project is scheduled to begin the week of April 14, 2025 and should be completed by late May 2025.
The City of Madison has awarded the contract to Speedway Sand & Gravel, Inc.
The City Inspector, Chris Horst, chorst@cityofmadison.com, 608-261-9972 will be the best on-site contact throughout construction work.
Please review the Atticus Way Construction Facts and Details document.
Project Update: CCB Remodel – DCR 104 & 108A
Location: 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Estimated Schedule: April 1, 2024 – December 5, 2025
April 4, 2025 Update
Quarter 2 2025 Update
The CCB Remodel – DCR 104 & 108A project has been awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, Tri-North Builders. The construction is expected to start on April 14th and run through Quarter 4 of 2025. There should be no major disruptions to the public. DCR (Department of Civil Rights) will continue to function out of their existing office and the 5th floor scope of work only affects internal Public Health staff.
The first construction activity will be building temporary construction partitions to protect the public from the construction zone. The Contractor will proceed with demolition and then start wall framing, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing in early May 2025.
Project Update: State Street Campus Garage Mixed-Use Project
Location: 415 N. Lake Street
Estimated Schedule: April 5, 2021 – September 30, 2026
April 3, 2025 Update
Quarter 2 2025 Update
The City Public Works Contractor has been completing the garage exterior façade and interiors components. The north, south, and east masonry work will be complete by mid-April. The Phase 2 Housing Developer will complete the remaining exterior façade scope. The Public Works Contractor has been working on mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection throughout garage. MGE equipment was delivered to the site on April 1st for installation in the electrical vault. The Public Works Contractor has completed the interior masonry and a portion of the parking garage topping slab. The Housing Developer is progressing through the housing slab decks above.
The Public Works Contractor is on track to demobilize from the site in June 2025. They will return in 2026 to start up the building with the Housing Developer and the two will gain building occupancy together.
Please find recent photos in the project’s Flickr album.
Project Update: Bartillon Shelter
Location: 1904 Bartillon Dr
Estimated Schedule: May 2, 2022 – January 30, 2026
April 2, 2025 Update
Quarter 2 2025 Update
Construction work in Quarter 1 2025 included the mass timber columns, beams and decking along with framing exterior walls. The structure will top out in early April 2025 when the roof is completed. Having the roof and exterior walls completed will result in a dry interior and one of the first interior activities will be pouring the concrete floor slabs. Construction substantial completion is currently tracking for mid December 2025.
Live and time lapse images during the construction of Bartillon Shelter are available on the construction site camera. Visit the project‘s Flickr page for photo updates during construction.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS AND UPDATES
Applications for next Madison Youth Poet Laureate, Spring Roll Challenge, and more!
Time is Running Out! Join the Fun and Shape Madison’s Future by April 8
Be part of “Madison Madness,” a playful yet meaningful way to help guide our city’s future! This exciting bracket lets you rank what matters most to you—housing, neighborhood amenities, transportation, recreation, and more. It’s a unique opportunity to share your priorities in a creative format.
Your input is vital! “Madison Madness” is a key part of the community engagement efforts for the Southeast and Southwest Area Plans, complementing prior public events and resident surveys. Don’t miss out—fill out your bracket today and make your voice heard. Fill it out HERE.
Applications for next Madison Youth Poet Laureate open April 1
The Madison Arts Commission and Madison Poet Laureate Steven Espada Dawson are pleased to announce the fourth annual call for a Madison Youth Poet Laureate.
The Madison Youth Poet Laureate program is a partnership between the City of Madison and the National Youth Poet Laureate program, which is an initiative of Urban Word. The Youth Poet Laureate program honors talented young poets and provides competitive opportunities for young people to showcase their literary art on the regional and national stage. Apply HERE.
Choose Green Transportation this April and Get Rewarded
Going green for Earth Month just got easier and more fun. RoundTrip, a free public program in Dane County, is encouraging community members to choose sustainable transportation options like riding the bus, biking, walking/rolling, and carpooling for chances to win prizes during its annual Spring Roll Challenge. The challenge is free, open to everyone 18 and older, and supports both seasoned green commuters and anyone interested in trying something new.
Celebrate Earth Day by Making a Difference!
Join your community in honoring Earth Day through the City of Madison’s Earth Day Challenge. This incredible volunteer event is a chance to roll up your sleeves, connect with neighbors, and help keep Madison’s parks clean and vibrant. From planting flowers to removing invasive species, there’s plenty to do to give back to the environment. Grab your gloves and let’s work together to create a greener tomorrow!
Spring Cleaning? Here’s What to Do with Your Yard Waste
Spring is here, and it’s time to tidy up your yard! The City of Madison makes it easy to dispose of yard waste like leaves, brush, and branches. Check out all the details about collection schedules, drop-off sites, and proper preparation to ensure smooth disposal. Visit the official City of Madison Yard Waste Collection page for everything you need to know. Let’s work together to keep Madison clean and green!
REGIONAL HOUSING STRATEGY UPDATES
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WATER MAIN FLUSHING
Water Main Flushing plans beginning Monday April 7th (all flushing is daytime unless otherwise noted)
MAP: https://www.cityofmadison.com/
North (Area 13) – West of N Sherman Ave. and south of Northport Dr.
East (Area 24) – Blair St. to the Yahara River north of E Washington Ave.
South (Area 18) – Fish Hatchery Rd. to John Nolen Dr. north of the Beltline
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Questions: Shayne Santi, 261-9128
Flushing Information Line: 261-9178
DETAILS:
Area 13 (North): 4-6 runs per day
13011 Northport Dr (School Rd to NW of Troy Dr)
13011.1 School Rd – Northport Dr to Havey
13065 Barnett St
13012 School Rd ( Northport Dr – Troy Dr)
13074 From Vera Ct. & School Rd. to dead end of Vera Ct.
13074.1 From Petterle Pl & Vera Ct. to end of Petterle Pl.
13013 Troy Dr ( Northport Dr – Goodland Dr)
13075 Goodland Dr. from Northport Dr. to Troy Dr.
13014 Troy Dr ( Goodland Dr – 622 Troy Dr)
13078 Toban Dr (Northport to end of Nobel Ln)
13076 Toban Dr. (Troy to Nobel Ln end)
13077 Blaine Dr. from Toban Dr. to end of Blaine Dr. cul-de-sac
13079 Around loop of W. Karstens Dr. to E. Karstens Dr.
13079.1 Camino Del Sol
13019 Troy Dr (West Karstens Dr to Harper Rd)
13080 Troy Gardens #1
13081 Troy Gardens #2
13082 Harper Rd. from Troy Dr. to Woodward Dr.
13083 Woodward Dr. from Harper Rd. to Marcy Rd.
13084 Luster Ave. from Harper Rd. to Lerdahl Rd.
13085 Muir Dr. from Harper Rd. to Lerdahl Rd. up Lerdahl to Luster Av.
13086 Nova Way to Lerdahl Rd. to Delladonna Way
13088 Marcy Rd. (Troy Dr – Wooward & Forster)
13090.1 Hintze Rd. (Luster & Lerdahl – Marcy & Morningstar)
13090.2 From 537 Morningstar Ln. to intersection with Marcy Rd.
13090.3 From 536 Morningstar Ln. down Delladonna Way to end of Badeau Cir.
13091 From Forster Dr. & Woodward Dr. up Cascade Rd. to Shasta Dr. to Shasta Dr. cul-de-sac
Area 24 (East): 4-6 runs per day
24520 N Blount St – E Johnson to E Gorham
24521 N Blount St – E Johnson to E Dayton
24521.2 E Dayton St (Livingston to Blair)
24523.1 N Livingston St from E Washington Ave to E Johnson St
24523.2 N Livingston St – E Johnson to North End
24523.3 E Dayton St – Paterson St to Blair St
24524.1 Blair St – Gorham to E Johnson St
24524.2 Blair St – E Johnson to Williamson
24525 E Washington Ave – Paterson to Blair
24526 N Livingston – E Washington to E Mifflin
24528 N Blount St – E Washington to E Mifflin
24528.2 N Blount St – E Dayton to E Mifflin
24584 E Johnson St – Brearly to Few
24585 N Brearly St – Johnson to Washington
24586.1
24586.2 E Mifflin St – Ingersoll to Dickinson
24587 N Ingersoll St – Washington to Dayton
24588 N Ingersoll St – Johnson to Dayton
24589 Curtis Ct
24590 N Few St – Johnson to Washington
24590.1
24591 E Johnson St – Few to Baldwin
24592.1 N Baldwin St – Johnson to Dayton
24592.2 N Baldwin St – Washington to Dayton
24593 E Datyon – Baldwin to Brearly
24594 N Thornton Ave – Johnson to Dayton
24595 E Dayton – Baldwin to Thornton
24596 N Dickinson St – Washington to Dayton
24596.2 N Dickinson St – Johnson to Dayton
24597 E Johnson St – Thornton to Baldwin
24599 Sherman Ave – Brearly to Marston
24600 N Ingersoll St – Johnson to Sherman
24600.1 Ingersoll St (E Johnson to E Gorham)
24601 N Few St – Johnson to Sherman
24602 Elizabeth St – Few to Ingersoll
24602.2 Leitch Ct
24603 Elizabeth St and Jean St
24604 N Baldwin St – Johnson to Sherman
24605 Sidney St – Elizabeth to Sherman
24606 Elizabeth St – Baldwin to Few
24607 Marston Ave – Johnson to Sherman 8″
24608 Sherman Ave – Marston to Thornton
Area 18 (South): 4-6 runs per day
18014 Baird St (N of Bram St)
18015 Buick St – Fisher St
18016 Center St – Taft St – Buick St
18017 Baird St
18017.2 Third Ave – Dane St
18018 Beld St – S Park St
18019 Gilson St (Beld St – W Lakeside St)
18020 Pine St (Gilson St – Beld St)
18021 Cedar St (Beld St – Gilson St)
18022 Spruce St (S Park St – Gilson St)
18023 W Olin Av (S Park St – Rowell St)
18024 Hickory St – Emerson St
18025 S Park St (Emerson St – Emerald St)
18026 W Wingra Dr (Beld St – Fish Hatchery Rd)
18027 S Park St (N of W Wingra Dr)
18028 South St – Midland St
18028.1 Midland St (Park St to Wingra Dr)
18028.2 Appleton Rd – South St to Park St
18029.1 Fish Hatchery Rd -Wingra Dr to S Brook St
18029.2 S Brooks St ( Fish Hatchery Rd to Delaplaine Ct)
18030 Short St – Fish Hatchery Rd – Midland St
18031.1 Spruce St (Fish Hatchery to Wingra)
18032 N Wingra Dr – S Mills St
18033 S Park St – Fish Hatchery Rd
18034 High St (Short to Delaplaine)
18035 Haywood Dr – S Mills St to S Park St
18036 Lowell St (W Olin Av – S Shore Dr)
18037 Whittier St (W Olin Av – S Shore Dr)
18038 W Lakeside St (S Park St – Rowell St)
18039 Parr St – S Shore Dr – Gilson St
18040 S Park St – Erin St – W Shore Dr
18041 W Shore Dr (Parr St – Drake St)
18042 S Park St – Emerald St
18043 W Lakeside St (Rowell St – E Lakeside St)
18044 Van Deusen St – Sayle St
18045 Rowell St – Potter St
18046 Lake Ct (W Lakeside St – Van Deusen St)
18046.1 Lawrence St – Van Deusen St – Lake Ct
18046.2 Lawrence St – Van Deusen to Potter
18046.3 Lawrence St – Lakeside to Potter
