Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway
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Satya Rhodes-Conway is the 58th Mayor of Madison, Wisconsin. Contact the office: mayor@cityofmadison.com
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All people in the United States, including undocumented immigrants, have Constitutional rights and protections. Know your rights.
Know Your Rights Flyers
All people in the United States, including undocumented immigrants, have Constitutional rights and protections. Neither immigration nor the police will assume you want to exercise your rights. These f...
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November 12, 2025 at 3:36 PM
All people in the United States, including undocumented immigrants, have Constitutional rights and protections. Know your rights.
Thank you to my colleagues on the Council for passing the budget in one night, to all the staff that worked so hard to put the budget together and make it transparent to the public. And finally, thanks to everyone who voted for the referendum.
City of Madison adopts 2026 Budget
The 2026 City Budget has the lowest tax rate in at least 40 years.
www.cityofmadison.com
November 12, 2025 at 4:23 AM
Thank you to my colleagues on the Council for passing the budget in one night, to all the staff that worked so hard to put the budget together and make it transparent to the public. And finally, thanks to everyone who voted for the referendum.
Madison residents approved last year’s referendum because they value the important services their City government provides. We have an obligation to respond to that support by limiting property tax increases and continually finding efficiencies, and we are doing that.
Mayor Rhodes-Conway Proposes Amendment to Lower Property Taxes
Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and Council Leadership are proposing an amendment to the 2026 Budget to maintain the historically low property tax increase proposed in her executive operating budget.
www.cityofmadison.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Madison residents approved last year’s referendum because they value the important services their City government provides. We have an obligation to respond to that support by limiting property tax increases and continually finding efficiencies, and we are doing that.
The City of Madison is taking steps to help address the threat to community food security caused by the ongoing federal government shutdown and resulting lapse in FoodShare benefits. These include launching a food drive this week to collect donations for the Second Harvest Foodbank.
Community Food Drive Statement
The City of Madison is taking steps to help address the threat to community food security caused by the ongoing federal government shutdown and resulting lapse in FoodShare benefits.
www.cityofmadison.com
November 10, 2025 at 3:13 PM
The City of Madison is taking steps to help address the threat to community food security caused by the ongoing federal government shutdown and resulting lapse in FoodShare benefits. These include launching a food drive this week to collect donations for the Second Harvest Foodbank.
"Madison’s proposed budget for 2026 highlights the city’s financial turnaround, as the plan would increase staffing and service levels while limiting the city’s property tax increase to roughly the rate of inflation."
Wisconsin Policy Forum: Financial turnaround: 2024 referendum, state aid improve Madison’s budget outlook
Mayor’s plan would boost staff, slow growth in taxes; but long-term imbalance still warrants solutions Madison’s proposed budget for 2026 highlights the city’s financial turnaround, as the plan would ...
www.wispolitics.com
November 9, 2025 at 8:45 PM
"Madison’s proposed budget for 2026 highlights the city’s financial turnaround, as the plan would increase staffing and service levels while limiting the city’s property tax increase to roughly the rate of inflation."
We need a diversity of homes, of all sizes and prices, so everyone has an opportunity to thrive in Madison. I want to thank my colleagues on the Council for continuing to work collaboratively on this important issue.
Madison Common Council approves housing proposals
The City of Madison Alders unanimously approved the latest set of housing proposals that are designed to make it easier to build all types of housing around the city.
www.wmtv15news.com
November 8, 2025 at 9:26 PM
We need a diversity of homes, of all sizes and prices, so everyone has an opportunity to thrive in Madison. I want to thank my colleagues on the Council for continuing to work collaboratively on this important issue.
ICYMI: I spoke to For The Record about my budget and how we achieved the lowest tax rate in years.
For the Record: October 12, 2025
- Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett discusses how the impact of the 2026 Executive Operating Budget will have on his department, Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway on the changes made to
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November 7, 2025 at 5:48 PM
ICYMI: I spoke to For The Record about my budget and how we achieved the lowest tax rate in years.
Does your family have a safety plan?
Every family, regardless of immigration status, could benefit from safety planning. Check out these resources from Dane County to help make one.
Every family, regardless of immigration status, could benefit from safety planning. Check out these resources from Dane County to help make one.
Immigration Affairs | Department of Human Services
The Dane County Department of Human Services
www.danecountyhumanservices.org
November 6, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Does your family have a safety plan?
Every family, regardless of immigration status, could benefit from safety planning. Check out these resources from Dane County to help make one.
Every family, regardless of immigration status, could benefit from safety planning. Check out these resources from Dane County to help make one.
ICYMI: my executive operating budget prioritizes the lowest tax rate increase in 40 years while investing in EMS services, a new library, and the new homeless shelter.
Madison mayor releases entire proposal for 2026 operating budget
MADISON (WKOW) -- Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway released the full proposal for the 2026 operating budget on Tuesday.
www.wkow.com
November 5, 2025 at 4:07 PM
ICYMI: my executive operating budget prioritizes the lowest tax rate increase in 40 years while investing in EMS services, a new library, and the new homeless shelter.
I'm grateful to Secretary Hyun and Governor Evers for their support of the Ready for Reuse program and for the Huxley Yards project.
DNR Awards Loans To Support Redevelopment In City Of Madison | Wisconsin DNR
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced loan awards totaling over $1.3 million to the city of Madison to support the cleanup of contaminated soil at three properties associ...
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November 4, 2025 at 3:39 PM
I'm grateful to Secretary Hyun and Governor Evers for their support of the Ready for Reuse program and for the Huxley Yards project.
The budget includes $1.7 million to support the new homeless shelter and funding for the Imagination Center. The budget also includes adding a 10th ambulance and nine new paramedics for the Madison Fire Department to address mounting call volume in the growing city.
Madison mayor unveils $452.5 million budget with moderate property tax increase
MADISON, Wis. — Madison residents could see property taxes rise by about $30 annually for the average home under Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway's proposed $452.5 million executive 2026 operating budget, unveiled
www.channel3000.com
November 3, 2025 at 7:53 PM
The budget includes $1.7 million to support the new homeless shelter and funding for the Imagination Center. The budget also includes adding a 10th ambulance and nine new paramedics for the Madison Fire Department to address mounting call volume in the growing city.
Dane County has compiled a list of resources for immigrant families:
www.danecountyhumanservices.org/Children-You...
www.danecountyhumanservices.org/Children-You...
Immigration Affairs | Department of Human Services
The Dane County Department of Human Services
www.danecountyhumanservices.org
November 3, 2025 at 5:06 AM
Dane County has compiled a list of resources for immigrant families:
www.danecountyhumanservices.org/Children-You...
www.danecountyhumanservices.org/Children-You...
I’m happy to announce that the tax rate increase in my 2026 budget proposal is the lowest in 40 years. The average value home will see property taxes increase by less than 3 dollars a month, or around 30 dollars a year.
Mayor Rhodes-Conway Unveils $452.5 Million Operating Budget Proposal - WORT-FM 89.9
The mayor's spending plan for next year prioritizes homeless services, library access, and public safety funding.
www.wortfm.org
November 1, 2025 at 7:06 PM
I’m happy to announce that the tax rate increase in my 2026 budget proposal is the lowest in 40 years. The average value home will see property taxes increase by less than 3 dollars a month, or around 30 dollars a year.
This infill redevelopment project, facilitated by crucial funding from the state, is making it possible to clean up a site where contaminated soil has been a concern for years.
DNR gives Madison $1.3 million loan to clean up land near former Oscar Mayer facility
MADISON, Wis. -- The City of Madison will receive funding from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to help clean up contamination at land near the former Oscar Mayer facility
www.channel3000.com
October 31, 2025 at 2:24 PM
This infill redevelopment project, facilitated by crucial funding from the state, is making it possible to clean up a site where contaminated soil has been a concern for years.
"Rhodes-Conway announced a third priority for new funding... a 10th ambulance for the Fire Department. Her budget would set aside $250k to fund both the ambulance and nine paramedics to staff it. The plan would fund a partial year of staffing since the positions would begin at the end of next year."
Madison mayor’s budget would grow spending by $20M, avoid major cuts
The City Council will now consider Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway’s budget, which would increase property taxes by about $30 for the average Madison homeowner.
captimes.com
October 30, 2025 at 8:17 PM
"Rhodes-Conway announced a third priority for new funding... a 10th ambulance for the Fire Department. Her budget would set aside $250k to fund both the ambulance and nine paramedics to staff it. The plan would fund a partial year of staffing since the positions would begin at the end of next year."
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My 2026 Executive Operating Budget proposal has the lowest tax rate increase in at least 40 years. The City’s share of property taxes on the average valued home will go up by just $30 annually — below the inflation rate and nearly $5 million below the maximum allowed under the state’s levy limit.
Mayor Releases 2026 Executive Operating Budget
The 2026 Executive Operating Budget proposal funds the services, programs, and staff needed for a well-run and thriving city.
www.cityofmadison.com
October 28, 2025 at 2:33 PM
My 2026 Executive Operating Budget proposal has the lowest tax rate increase in at least 40 years. The City’s share of property taxes on the average valued home will go up by just $30 annually — below the inflation rate and nearly $5 million below the maximum allowed under the state’s levy limit.
Access to vaccines is not just a health issue, it’s an equity issue. Public Health is working to ensure every person in our community has protection against these respiratory illnesses. If you haven’t gotten your shots yet, now is the time.
City, County Officials Encourage Flu & COVID Vaccination This Fall
Public Health Madison & Dane County is reminding everyone that getting up to date on flu and COVID vaccines is the best defense against getting seriously sick this respiratory virus season.
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October 27, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Access to vaccines is not just a health issue, it’s an equity issue. Public Health is working to ensure every person in our community has protection against these respiratory illnesses. If you haven’t gotten your shots yet, now is the time.
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As a result of the Republican's government shutdown, hundreds of thousands of Wisconsinites may go hungry.
Let’s share ways to help.
Let’s share ways to help.
October 26, 2025 at 11:25 PM
As a result of the Republican's government shutdown, hundreds of thousands of Wisconsinites may go hungry.
Let’s share ways to help.
Let’s share ways to help.
Reposted by Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway
If I were running the DNC, there would be Democratic Party sponsored food relief banks across the country right now that specifically welcomed anyone regardless of party affiliation.
Along with the food, there could be voter registration and links to runforsomething.net
Along with the food, there could be voter registration and links to runforsomething.net
October 26, 2025 at 9:03 PM
If I were running the DNC, there would be Democratic Party sponsored food relief banks across the country right now that specifically welcomed anyone regardless of party affiliation.
Along with the food, there could be voter registration and links to runforsomething.net
Along with the food, there could be voter registration and links to runforsomething.net
Thank you to everyone who voted for the referendum. That additional revenue was critical in providing flexibility in our city budget while we continue to lobby for fair treatment of local governments at the state level.
Madison mayor’s 2026 budget: No cuts; funding for new library, homeless shelter
The average-value Madison home would see a property tax increase of around $30 annually under the mayor’s budget proposal.
isthmus.com
October 26, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Thank you to everyone who voted for the referendum. That additional revenue was critical in providing flexibility in our city budget while we continue to lobby for fair treatment of local governments at the state level.
Thank you, Shelter Friends of Dane County, for helping to unlock the potential of the new shelter. Please consider making a donation today. Your donation will help us open this facility as a 24/7 shelter.
Shelter Friends of Dane County, Inc.
Help Create Pathways Out of Homelessness Our community’s first purpose-built shelter is being constructed at 1902 Bartillon Dr., to serve 250 men experiencing homelessness. Public funding covers const...
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October 25, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Thank you, Shelter Friends of Dane County, for helping to unlock the potential of the new shelter. Please consider making a donation today. Your donation will help us open this facility as a 24/7 shelter.
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Everyone should know: Trump is choosing to take money for food from millions of Americans.
Trump can and legally should keep SNAP running.
If you are struggling to afford groceries, it’s because Trump chose to make it that way.
Trump can and legally should keep SNAP running.
If you are struggling to afford groceries, it’s because Trump chose to make it that way.
'Uncharted territory': Ongoing shutdown threatens food aid for 42 million people
SNAP, the country's largest anti-hunger program, dates back to the Great Depression and has never been disrupted this way. Most recipients are seniors, families with kids, and those with disabilities.
www.npr.org
October 24, 2025 at 11:50 PM
Everyone should know: Trump is choosing to take money for food from millions of Americans.
Trump can and legally should keep SNAP running.
If you are struggling to afford groceries, it’s because Trump chose to make it that way.
Trump can and legally should keep SNAP running.
If you are struggling to afford groceries, it’s because Trump chose to make it that way.
From the Cap Times: Your Madison budget questions, answered
Your Madison budget questions, answered
Cap Times readers submitted questions about property tax spending for housing programs, personnel costs and the Metro Transit budget.
captimes.com
October 24, 2025 at 2:39 PM
From the Cap Times: Your Madison budget questions, answered
It takes all of us to build a strong, successful region. This is why I work to build productive and collaborative relationships with my counterparts in surrounding communities.
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October 23, 2025 at 4:09 PM
It takes all of us to build a strong, successful region. This is why I work to build productive and collaborative relationships with my counterparts in surrounding communities.