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3 meetings and 1 notice of possible quorum.

Snooze. That's the topic of tonights budget conversations with the Mayor . . . but before you give up . . . think about Economic Development (yes, that's one of the topics) and Madison Metro! And neighborhood planning and historic preservation! Now you interested? I'm sure the business community is and will be out in full force, so I hope to see you at the Senior Center tonight! 7:00! Here's more details of what will be covered.

Tomorrow (Friday). Reynolds Park. Starting: When people show up. Those who live in the downtown area have probably already seen the chalkings. For those who...

They just don't want to follow the rules, and the alders want to continue to back them on that.

This is a summary of what I heard, but I recommend reviewing the powerpoint and watching it for yourself for the pieces I glossed over.

Ready for Part 2? Sorry I didn't stick around for the end, I'll just warn you now. Had another meeting to go to.

The 700 block of East Washington Gebhardt project gets initial approval from Urban Design and a recommendation for spot zoning/change of ordinance for a taller building . . . did anyone notice? Why isn't it controversial?

4:30 today, Police in the Schools recommendations . . . and three other meetings this week, including the full school board at 6pm

So, I have some staff people who are themselves looking for housing, and they are coming back and telling me new horror stories every day. The statistics are there to show things are bad . . . but in looking around, here's what I found.

They hold half the leadership positions for the first time ever!

There were three amendments in the capital budget regarding TIF - the discussion is 20 - 25 minutes long.

No big deal, don't pay attention. Won't effect us.