The Common Council agenda features honoring resolutions for Transgender Day of Remembrance and Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Key items include a public hearing on the 2027 Executive Operating Budget and multiple proposed zoning changes across numerous city districts, involving the conversion of Planned Development districts to various residential classifications.
Oct 20, 2026·Board meeting
Common Council Executive Committee Meeting
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The meeting included a status update on the President's work group regarding the Madison Police Department's use of deadly force, deescalation, and body-worn cameras policies and procedures, including a timeline for drafting and adopting new policies. Additionally, the committee discussed the administration project for boards, commissions, and committees, focusing on compliance with federal web accessibility standards for Legistar documents. Future agenda items were also considered.
Oct 20, 2026·Board meeting
Common Council Meeting Minutes
The Council addressed a wide variety of administrative and legislative items. Significant actions included the adoption of resolutions honoring Transgender Day of Remembrance and Domestic Violence Awareness Month, alongside numerous zoning changes across various city districts. The meeting featured extensive public works approvals, ranging from infrastructure project assessments and contract awards for facility maintenance to the acceptance of various private contracts for street and sewer improvements. Financial authorizations were granted for service contracts, including childcare facility loans, equipment purchases for the Fire Department, and real estate acquisitions. The Council also dealt with committee appointments, planning division initiatives for area plans, operator license applications, and a motion to terminate the appointment of the Interim Independent Police Monitor.
Oct 9, 2026·Board meeting
President's Workgroup on MPD Use of Deadly Force, De-escalation & Body-Worn Cameras Policies & Procedures Meeting Minutes
The workgroup engaged in a discussion regarding previous reports and studies on body-worn cameras, specifically focusing on the findings of the Body-Worn Camera Feasibility Review Committee. Additionally, the group reviewed body-worn camera policies from other municipalities through a presentation on Milwaukee's practices. The agenda also included planning for an upcoming virtual public listening session and a review of potential topics for future meetings.