COMMON COUNCIL
210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Room 201 (City-County Building)
Agenda — 179 items
- 1 Hybrid Meeting
- 2 Speaking Guidelines
- 3 Speaking Limit: 3 minutes for all items. You must register before your item is considered by the Council.
- 4 The use of audible cell phone ringers and active use and response to cellular phone technology by the governing body, staff and members of the public is discouraged in the Council Chambers while the Council is in session.
- 5 Roll Call
- 6 Notified Absences: Govindarajan, Knox Jr.
- 7 Opening Remarks
- 8 Honoring Resolutions
- 1. Proclaiming September 2025 to be National Recovery Month
- 10 Presentations
- 2. Performance and Activity Update from Destination Madison - Ellie Westman Chin, CEO
- 12 Disclosures and Recusals
- 13 Presentation of Consent Agenda
- 3. Consent Agenda Document (9/2/25)
- 15 At this time, a consent agenda will be moved with the recommended action listed for each item EXCEPT:
- 16 1) Items which have registrants wishing to speak. 2) Items which Alder(s) have separated out for discussion/debate purposes.
- 17 Public Comment
- 18 Recessed Public Hearings
- 18 RECESS
- 19 Report of Alcohol License Review Committee
- 19 RECONVENE
- 4. Public Hearing - New License Speedway LLC • dba Speedway 4132 4902 Verona Rd • Agent: Charles Satterfield Class A Beer, Class A Liquor Police Sector 212 (District 10)
- 21 AGENDA NOTE: Public comment will be heard when the file returns to Council on 10/7/25.
- 5. Public Hearing - New License 7-Eleven Inc • dba 7-Eleven #35851J 2216 University Ave • Agent: Christopher Martinez Perez Class A Beer, Class A Liquor Police Sector 206 (District 5)
- 23 AGENDA NOTE: Public comment will be heard when the file returns to Council on 10/7/25.
- 24 Public Hearings
- 25 Report of Alcohol License Review Committee
- 6. Public Hearing - License Transfer Cherokee Park Inc • dba TPC Wisconsin Transfer from 5105 N Sherman Ave to 5103 N Sherman Ave Estimated Capacity (in/out): 48/20 Class B Combination Liquor & Beer • 10% alcohol, 10% food, 80% other Police Sector 510 (District 18)
- 7. Public Hearing - New License Pink Heifer LLC • dba Pink Heifer BBQ Saloon 569 State St • Agent: Jorden Fox Estimated Capacity (in/out): 70/0 Class B Combination Liquor & Beer • 10% alcohol, 85% food, 5% other Police Sector 403 (District 2)
- 8. Public Hearing - New License MPL Corporation Investment • dba Amoco 1129 S Park St • Agent: Amit Kumar Class A Beer, Class A Liquor, Class A Cider Police Sector 306 (District 13)
- 9. Public Hearing - New License Justveggiez LLC • dba Justveggiez 540 State St • Agent: James Bloodsaw Estimated Capacity (in/out): 99/20 Class B Beer, Class C Wine • 20% alcohol, 80% food Police Sector 403 (District 2)
- 10. Public Hearing - New License Go Grocer Inc • dba Go Grocer 901 S Gammon Rd • Agent: Barinder Sandhu Class A Beer, Class A Liquor Police Sector 115 (District 20)
- 11. Public Hearing - New License Union Corners LLC • dba Union Corners Tavern 2438 Winnebago St • Agent: Mark Burish Estimated Capacity (in/out): 111/40 Class B Combination Liquor & Beer • 30% alcohol, 70% food Police Sector 603 (District 15)
- 32 Report of Board of Public Works
- 12. Approving Plans, Specifications, And Schedule Of Assessments For Davidson St, Park Ct, Maher Ave, and Gary St Reconstruction Assessment District - 2025. (District 15)
- 34 Report of Plan Commission
- 13. Creating Section 28.022-00723 of the Madison General Ordinances to change the zoning of property located at 3357 and 3359 East Washington Avenue from TR-V1 (Traditional Residential-Varied 1) District to CC-T (Commercial Corridor-Transitional) District. (District 12)
- 36 AGENDA NOTE: Public comment will be heard when the file returns to Council on 10/28/25.
- 14. Amending Section 28.151 of the Madison General Ordinances related to Supplemental Regulations to amend regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units.
- 15. Amending Section 28.098(2)(h) of the Madison General Ordinances related to updating Planned Development zoning to allow additional stories for downtown affordable housing. (District 2, District 4, District 6)
- 16. Amending Section 28.098 of the Madison General Ordinances related to Alterations to a Planned Development District to include a timeline for inactivity.
- 17. Creating Section 28.022-00724 of the Madison General Ordinances to change the zoning of property located at 302-308 East Washington Avenue and 15-27 North Butler Street from UMX (Urban Mixed-Use) and PD (Planned Development) District to PD (GDP) (Planned Development-General Development Plan) District and creating Section 28.022-00725 to approve a Specific Implementation Plan. (District 2)
- 41 AGENDA NOTE: The recommendation is to re-refer to Plan Commission (9/15/25), Common Council (9/16/25) as Plan Commission did not consider file 89375 at the 8/25/25 meeting. Public comment will be heard when the file returns to Council on 9/16/25.
- 18. Creating Section 28.022-00726 of the Madison General Ordinances to change the zoning of property located at 124-126 State Street and 115 West Dayton Street from PD (Planned Development) District to DC (Downtown Core) District. (District 4)
- 43 End of Public Hearings
- 44 Petitions and Communications
- 45 Business Presented by the Mayor
- 46 Appointments
- 19. Report of the Mayor submitting resident committee appointments (introduction: 8-5-2025; action: 9-2-2025).
- 20. Report of the Mayor submitting resident committee appointments (introduction 9-2-2025; action 9-16-2025).
- 21. Report of the Mayor submitting a resident committee appointment to the Madison Development Corporation Board of Directors.
- 50 Business Presented by the President of the Common Council
- 22. Confirming the Madison Common Council meeting formats through December 9, 2025: 9/16/25 - Hybrid (Virtual & CCB 201) 10/7/25 - Hybrid (Virtual & CCB 201) 10/28/25 - Hybrid (Virtual & CCB 201) 11/11/25 (Budget) - Hybrid (Virtual & CCB 201) 11/12/25 (Budget, if needed) - Hybrid (Virtual & CCB 201) 11/13/25 (Budget, if needed) - Hybrid (Virtual & MMB 215) 11/25/25 - Virtual 12/9/25 - Hybrid (Virtual & CCB 201)
- 52 Reports of Officers
- 53 Report of Alcohol License Review Committee
- 23. Municipal Approval of Full Service Retail Alcohol Sales State Line Distillery LLC • dba State Line Distillery Event Location: 2219 Monroe St Event Date: July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; September 7, 14, 21, 28; and October 5, 12, 19, and 26 9am - 2pm Police Sector 207 (District 13) Event: Monroe Street Farmers' Market
- 24. Entity Reorganization SBG Apple North VIII LLC • dba Applebee's Grill & Bar 4710 East Towne Blvd Class B Combination Liquor & Beer (District 17) Add one new officer, remove one officer
- 25. Change of Agent SBG Apple North VIII LLC • dba Applebee's Grill & Bar • 4710 East Towne Blvd New Agent: Walter Salaverria Class B Combination Liquor & Beer (District 17)
- 26. Change of Agent Blazin Wings Inc • dba Buffalo Wild Wings • 240 East Towne Mall New Agent: Anthony A Gillett Class B Combination Liquor & Beer (District 17)
- 27. Change of Agent Kwik Trip Inc • dba Kwik Trip 961 • 3528 E Washington Ave New Agent: Laura L Koltes Class A Beer, Class A Liquor, Class A Cider (District 12)
- 28. Change of Agent Kwik Trip Inc • dba Kwik Trip 951 • 6702 Raymond Rd New Agent: Cory A Zeman Class A Beer, Class A Cider (District 20)
- 29. Change of Agent AC Madison Hospitality LLC • dba Cambria Hotel • 5045 Eastpark Blvd New Agent: Michelle Santek Class B Combination Liquor & Beer (District 17)
- 30. Change of Licensed Premises Wando Ventures Inc • dba Jay's Current Capacity (in/out): 99/18 • Proposed Capacity (in/out): 99/49 602 University Ave • Agent: Jay Wanserski Class B Combination Liquor & Beer • 99% alcohol, 1% food Police Sector 403 (District 2) Request to add a fenced 60’4” x 6’6” outdoor seating area along the north side of the building.
- 31. Change of Licensed Conditions RED Sushi 2 LLC • dba RED • Capacity (in/out): 280/92 316 W Washington Ave • Agent: Tatsiana Zhykharevich Class B Combination Liquor & Beer • 20% alcohol, 80% food 21+ Entertainment Police Sector 405 (District 4) Request to revise condition two to allow live entertainment or DJ events any night of the week.
- 63 Report of Board of Park Commissioners
- 32. Authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to enter into an Amended View Preservation Easement for Merrill Springs Park (District 19)
- 33. Approving Park Commission President Member Appointments to the Subcommittee of the Board of Park Commissioners
- 66 Report of Board of Public Works
- 34. Assessing Benefits Davies St. & Dempsey Rd. Reconstruction - 2023. (District 15)
- 35. Assessing Benefits, Hermina Street and Union Street Reconstruction District - 2024. (District 15)
- 36. Assessing Benefits Hudson Avenue, Miller Avenue, Willard Avenue, Center Avenue, and Sommers Avenue Assessment District - 2023. (District 15)
- 37. Declaring the City of Madison's intention to exercise its police powers establishing the MacArthur Road, MacArthur Court, Larson Court, and Sycamore Avenue Assessment District - 2026. (District 3)
- 38. Accepting bituminous surface pavement constructed by Private Contract in Grandview Commons North - Phase 9, Private Contract No. 8973 (District 3)
- 39. Approving plans and specifications and authorizing the Board of Public Works to advertise and receive bids for Breese Stevens Field - Athletic Field Replacement. (District 6)
- 40. Accepting sanitary sewer, street, and terrace improvements constructed by Private Contract for 339 W Gorham Street, Private Contract No. 9140. (District 4)
- 41. Assessing Benefits for Lake Mendota Drive Assessment District - 2023. (District 19)
- 42. Approving Plans and Specifications for the Site Restoration of 114 E Wilson St (Former Government East Ramp). (District 4)
- 43. Assessing Benefits for Hammersley Road Resurfacing Assessment District - 2022. (District 10, District 20)
- 44. Assessing Benefits for Stevens Street Assessment District - 2024. (District 5)
- 45. Approving plans and specifications and authorizing the Board of Public Works to advertise and receive bids for Dairy Dr Temporary Campground Demo and Site Restoration. (District 16)
- 46. Approving plans and specifications and authorizing the Board of Public Works to advertise and receive bids for Olin Park Pedestrian Bridge Replacement. (District 13, District 14)
- 47. Approving plans and specifications and authorizing the Board of Public Works to advertise and receive bids for Metro Transit Kennedy Road On-Route Bus Charger. (District 18)
- 48. Approving plans and specifications and authorizing the Board of Public Works to advertise and receive bids for Campus Drive at Babcock Drive Railroad Crossing Improvements. (District 5, District 8)
- 81 Approving plans and specifications and authorizing the Board of Public Works to advertise and receive bids for Dairy Dr Temporary Campground Demo and Site Restoration. (District 16)
- 49. Assessing Benefits Resurfacing 2024. (District 7, District 20)
- 83 Report of City Clerk
- 50. Report of Operator License Applications September 2, 2025. See attached report for list of operators.
- 85 Report of Department of Planning and Community and Economic Development
- 51. Re-approving a Certified Survey Map of property owned by Summit Credit Union and 401 North Third Street NV, LLC located at 4538-4610 E Broadway (District 16).
- 87 Report of Finance Committee
- 52. Amending the 2025 Adopted Engineering-Bicycle & Pedestrian Capital Budget and awarding Public Works Contract 8739, Tancho Dr Bike Path & Northeast Pond Repair. (District 17)
- 53. Authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute an amendment to the Breese Stevens Stadium Use and Operating Agreement with Big Top Events LLC to update the limitations on alcohol sales at Stadium Events. (District 6)
- 54. Amending the Parks Divisions 2025 Adopted Capital Budget using Golf Revenue Reserves for the purchase of specialized turf management equipment for the City of Madison Golf Courses. (District 11, District 13, District 15, and District 16)
- 55. Approving the fabrication, installation, and locations of a visual land acknowledgement by James Terry and two murals by Rodrigo Carapia and Issis Macias, at the Madison Public Market and authorizing the Planning Division Director to sign any necessary contracts, agreements, and other documents to implement the project (District 12).
- 56. Authorizing execution of a sole source $150,000 contract with Downtown Madison Inc. for the preparation of a Downtown Economic Investment Strategy (District 2, District 4, District 6, District 8, and District 13).
- 57. Accepting the Economic Development Division’s “2025 Small Business Assistance Policy Paper” as the basis for structuring and conducting a Request for Proposals (RFP) process and authorizing the Community and Economic Development Divisions to undertake this process and recommend, for approval by the Common Council, a funding allocation plan regarding awards and contracts that will take effect on or after January 1, 2026 (Citywide).
- 58. Amending the capital improvement projects identified in the Hawthorne-Truax Neighborhood Plan, previously approved by Common Council via RES-24-00690 (Legistar #85812), to redirect Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from lighting improvements to the creation of an art mural at Hawthorne Elementary School (District 12).
- 59. Authorizing a loan of up to $43,000 to Solace Friends, Inc. from the Community Facilities Loan Program to help finance exterior improvements to its facility located at 4142 Monona Drive, Madison WI, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an agreement for that purpose (District 15).
- 60. Authorizing the settlement and payment of a tax refund for tax year 2023 for 1255 Fourier LLC v. City of Madison, Dane County Circuit Court Case number 2024CV001488. Authorizing entry into settlement agreement and approving payment of approximately $76,036.22 from City resources to effectuate the settlement, $30,360.03 represents the City’s approximate portion of the settlement. (District 9)
- 61. Authorizing the allocation of up to $2,000,000 of City Affordable Housing Funds to help the Madison Revitalization and Community Development Corporation (MRCDC) finance the rehabilitation and preservation of seven (7) units of rental housing and common area improvements at separate scattered site properties, and the Community Development Authority (CDA) finance the rehabilitation and preservation of eleven (11) units of rental housing at Monona Shores Apartments, and authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to enter into Loan Agreements. (District 5, District 10, District 11, District 14, District 16)
- 98 Report of Parks Division
- 62. Authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to enter into an agreement with the Mendota Yacht Club for the use and closure of the Marshall Park boat launch and surrounding area from September 17, 2025 through September 20, 2025. (District 19)
- 100 Report of Plan Commission
- 63. Approving a Certified Survey Map of property owned by Butler Plaza, LLC located at 302-308 E Washington Avenue and 15-27 N Butler Street (District 2).
- 102 AGENDA NOTE: The recommendation is to re-refer to Plan Commission (9/15/25), Common Council (9/16/25) as Plan Commission did not consider file 88957 at the 8/25/25 meeting. Public comment will be heard when the file returns to Council on 9/16/25.
- 64. Approving a Certified Survey Map of property owned by Duplicity, LLC located at 3236-3300 Commercial Avenue and 3235-3237 Burke Avenue (District 12).
- 65. Authorizing the Planning Division to lead the preparation of the Downtown Area Plan and Adopting a Public Participation Plan
- 105 Report of Police Civilian Oversight Board
- 66. ALTERNATE: Amending Section 5.20(3)(a)3. of the Madison General Ordinances to modify the nomination process to the Police Civilian Oversight Board to align with current procedures for seeking applications.
- 107 Report of Risk Manager
- 67. InteriorLogic - Unpaid Invoices - $15,529.75
- 68. E. Holmes - Property Damage - $3,250.00
- 69. J. Stoddard - Property Damage - $330.00
- 70. H. Miller - Vehicle Damage - $1,000.00
- 71. Country Preferred - Vehicle Damage - $6,129.79
- 72. A. Zillman - Increased Electric Bill - $40.00
- 73. J. Lundgren - Personal and Bodily Injury and Property Damage - $12,655.00
- 74. C. Mulcahy - Vehicle Damage - $6,000.00
- 75. C. McDowell - Property Damage - $175.00
- 76. N. Pihart - Vehicle Damage - $3,328.53
- 77. A. Lofftin - Vehicle Damage - $17,886.81
- 78. AT&T - Property Damage - $1,583.90
- 120 Report of Transportation Commission
- 79. Repealing and Recreating Subsection 12.1335(2) of the Madison General Ordinances to update the Snow Emergency Zone Description.
- 122 Items Referred to this Meeting
- 123 Resolutions
- 80. Confirming the reappointment of Steven Espada Dawson to the position of Poet Laureate
- 125 Introduction of New Business for Referral Without Debate
- 126 Ordinances
- 81. Creating Section 39.02(9)(a)2.k. of the Madison General Ordinances to include an exemption to certain contract requirements when purchasing insurance.
- 82. Repealing and recreating Section 4.28 of the Madison General Ordinances related to TIF Applications to update TIF application fee and application process.
- 83. Creating Section 28.022–00728 of the Madison General Ordinances to change the zoning of property located at 702 North Midvale Boulevard and 401 North Segoe Road from PD(GDP) (Planned Development-General Development Plan) District to PD (SIP) (Planned Development-Specific Implementation Plan) District. (District 11)
- 130 Resolutions
- 84. Authorizing the Transit General Manager to file an application for a Section 5307, 5337 & 5339 Super Grant, public transit capital, capital maintenance, and capital planning grant with U.S. Department of Transportation and authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the associated grant agreement with USDOT and the associated 13 (c) agreement with Teamsters Local No. 120.
- 85. Approving a Certified Survey Map of property owned by Zeier Building Company located at 305 N Frances Street and 533 Conklin Place (District 2).
- 86. Approving a Certified Survey Map of property owned by Madison WT Associates, LLC generally addressed as 53 West Towne Mall (District 9).
- 87. Recognizing the Lake Wingra Loop Community Bike Ride occurring on September 28, 2025, celebrating the special sites surrounding Lake Wingra, and urging city staff to identify and promote policies and practices that promote the health of Lake Wingra. (District 13)
- 88. Adopting the 2025-2030 Park and Open Space Plan as a Supplement to the City of Madison Comprehensive Plan. (Citywide)
- 89. Authorizing the execution of a Restated License Agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, for premises at the Lake View Water Tower located at 1202 Northport Drive. (District 18)
- 90. Authorizing the Planning Division to enter into a contract with The Creative Company, Inc. to develop a regional music brand for the Greater Madison area in alignment with the goals of the Greater Madison Music City initiative.
- 91. Authorizing the Planning Division to continue the Artist at Work program, focusing on destination marketing for Madison’s music sector, and to select and contract non-profit partners as grantees.
- 92. Authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute an Amendment to Contract 7809 between the City of Madison and Strand Associates, Inc. for additional design engineering services for Pleasant View Road reconstruction from Mineral Point Road to Timber Wolf Trail. (District 9)
- 93. Approving roadway geometry for the construction of S High Point Rd from Mid Point Meadows Plat to Raymond Rd. (District 1, District 7)
- 94. Authorizing the use of a Farmland Lease Master Template for those City-owned lands being rented for farming, the administrative approval of City staff to negotiate lease terms, and the execution of lease documents by the City’s Director of the Department of Planning, Community and Economic Development, or assigns. (Citywide)
- 95. Authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute 2025 Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) contract amendments with Briarpatch Youth Services, OutReach, and the Center for Community Stewardship, allocating previously unallocated funds. (Citywide)
- 96. Submitting the appointment of Lydia McComas for confirmation of a five-year term as City Clerk.
- 97. Submitting the appointment of Jamie M. Acton for confirmation of a five-year term as Transit General Manager.
- 98. Authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to amend the 2024-25 EHH contract with Briarpatch Youth Services to add $12,600 of State EHH funds reallocated from an EHH contract with Legal Action of Wisconsin. (Citywide)
- 99. Authorizing the allocation of approximately $3.5 million of combined City and Federal funds among seven non-profit agencies to support the provision of homeless services and housing resources beginning in 2026, the outcomes of a competitive RFP process conducted by the Community Development Division, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into agreements with agencies selected to receive funds to implement the specified programs and services. (Citywide)
- 100. Establishing rules and procedures for Common Council deliberations on the City of Madison's 2026 Capital and Operating Budgets.
- 148 Licenses
- 101. Public Hearing - License Transfer Little Palace LLC • dba Little Palace Transfer from 225 King St to 1929 Winnebago St Estimated Capacity (in/out): 50/15 Class B Combination Liquor & Beer • 20% alcohol, 80% food Police Sector 410 (District 6)
- 102. Public Hearing - New License Ciao Guys LLC • dba Osteria Novella 2903 University Ave • Agent: Evan Ackers Estimated Capacity (in/out): 70/20 Class B Combination Liquor & Beer • 20% alcohol, 80% food Police Sector 208 (District 5)
- 103. Public Hearing - New License Chennis LLC • dba Oliva Italian Mediterranean Cuisine 751 N High Point Rd • Agent: Jayanthi Ramu Estimated Capacity (in/out): 107/0 Class B Beer, Class C Wine • 25% alcohol, 75% food Police Sector 126 (District 19)
- 104. Public Hearing - New License Toro & Pampa LLC • dba Toro y Pampa 508 State St • Agent: Carlos Roberto Lema Estimated Capacity (in/out): 100/0 Class B Combination Liquor & Beer • 40% alcohol, 60% food Police Sector 403 (District 2)
- 105. Public Hearing - New License Bernell LLC • dba Bernell's 2513 Seiferth Rd • Agent: Rita Ann Adair Estimated Capacity (in/out): 99/0 Class B Combination Liquor & Beer • 60% alcohol, 40% food Police Sector 619 (District 16)
- 106. Public Hearing - New License Paramount Fine Goods • dba Wisco Home Goods 4664 Cottage Grove Rd • Agent: Donald Backman-Aurit Estimated Capacity (in/out): 30/0 Class B Combination Liquor & Beer • 15% alcohol, 0% food, 85% other Police Sector 611 (District 3)
- 107. Public Hearing - New License Bur OaK LLC • dba The Bur OaK 2262 Winnebago St • Agent: Corey Lockett Estimated Capacity (in/out): 175/20 Class B Combination Liquor & Beer • 80% alcohol, 2% food, 18% other Police Sector 410 (District 6)
- 156 Capital Budget
- 108. 2026 Executive Capital Budget
- 158 PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY OF MADISON
- 159 Claims - Refer to the Risk Manager
- 109. T. Burns - Vehicle Damage - $224.30
- 110. D. Pate - Property Damage - Amount to be Determined
- 111. D. Smith - Personal and Bodily Injury, Lost Wages - $5,000.00
- 112. Grange Insurance - Vehicle Damage - $1,541.94
- 113. J. Kambs - Property Damage - $314.98
- 114. Y. Yousfan - Property Damage - $650.00
- 115. T. Schad - Vehicle Damage - $500.00
- 116. C. Ducommun - Property Damage - $746.59
- 117. M. Moran - Property Damage/Loss - $450.00
- 118. Edgewood University - Property Damage - $2,000.00
- 119. J. Jones - Vehicle Damage - $6,082.10
- 120. A. Becker - Vehicle Damage - $2,012.94
- 121. T. Devitt of Clifford and Raihala, S.C. for L. Reilly - Personal and Bodily Injury - $50,000.00
- 122. C. Thao - Property Damage - $500.00
- 174 Announcements & Introductions of Items from the Floor
- 175 Adjournment
- 179 SUBSTITUTE: Extending the contract between the City of Madison and MACH Onehealth, Inc. dba Madison Street Medicine to provide those services and extend currently allocated funding through April 2026, at an additional cost of $0 dollars from the City of Madison, and authorizes the use of up to $100,000 of additional funds from Dane County to pay for those services