Section(s): Elected Officials | State Representative
By Francesca Hong
State Representative
Published: September 26, 2026
Happy fall, Northside!
As the biennial session nears its end, I wanted to give you an update on my recent legislative activity, as well as a reflection on my final term representing the 76th District.
On August 25, the Joint Legislative Audit Committee met to discuss three proposed audits: certain C...
It seems like every week there is a new AI “breakthrough” or must-have gadget. As a tech entrepreneur and small business owner, I understand that innovation can improve our lives. At the same time, we must ensure progress does not come at the expense of Wisconsin consumers. I’ve been hard at work cr...
Section(s): District 12 Supervisor | Elected Officials
By Tommy Rylander
District 12 Supervisor
Published: September 26, 2026
On September 1, I began serving on the Truax Field Remediation Advisory Board, which will consult and oversee the US Military’s efforts to clean up PFAS pollution at and downstream from Truax Field and the Dane County Regional Airport. This committee will serve as the connective tissue between the a...
Section(s): District 12 Alderperson | Elected Officials
By Julia Matthews
District 12 Alderperson
Published: September 26, 2026
Starting in May of this year, my Alder committee assignments were updated for the new session and essential all have been new learning experiences. I am still serving on Community Resources Committee, and we are currently evaluating applicants for the current cycle RFP process for job-related servic...
Section(s): District 18 Supervisor | Elected Officials
By Michele Ritt
District 18 Supervisor
Published: September 26, 2026
I am a joyfully retired special education teacher. I spent 32 years in the classroom, but a lifetime devoted to making sure every person is valued and has the opportunity to experience and contribute to our community. In my service to Dane County as a Supervisor, I have worked especially hard to inc...
Section(s): District 18 Alderperson | Elected Officials
By Carmella Glenn
District 18 Alderperson
Published: September 26, 2026
Fall is here on the Northside, and there’s real momentum to share with you.
North Area Festival Recap
Thank you to everyone who came out to the North Area Festival and said hello! It was wonderful to see so many neighbors gather, connect, and celebrate what makes our community special. Events like t...
Section(s): Dane County Executive | Elected Officials
By Melissa Agard
Dane County Executive
Published: September 26, 2026
Make your voice heard this November
This November, voters across Dane County will once again have the opportunity to make their voices heard at the ballot box. Voting is one of our most fundamental rights and responsibilities. However you choose to cast your ballot, I encourage you to make a plan no...
Recently, I released my 2027 Executive Capital Budget and five-year Capital Improvement Plan. This plan outlines infrastructure investments that uplift our entire community and are essential for a thriving city. The funding in this proposal provides residents with housing and transportation options ...
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