Madison Common Council calls for public comment on potential referendum

MADISON, Wis. -- The Madison Common Council is asking for public input as alders consider placing a $22 million referendum on the November ballot.

The referendum would allow the city to avoid permanent cuts to services such as police, fire, garbage collection and the public library system. It was proposed as part of two budget plans put forth by Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway last month.

Alders will discuss a resolution to place the referendum on the Nov. 5 ballot during a meeting next Tuesday, Aug. 6. A final vote on the resolution is slated to be held during a special meeting on August 20.

To participate either in-person or virtually during the Aug. 6 meeting, fill out the city's form at the link here and reference agenda item 84443. Written comments on the resolution can also be submitted to elected officials up until Aug. 20.

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