City Service Updates
City Hall
Public buildings are closed, including:
- City-County Building
- Madison Municipal Building
- Monona Terrace
- Madison Senior Center
- Administration offices
Many City services are available online or by mail. There is a drop box outside the City-County Building for documents that cannot be sent electronically or by mail.
The Clerk's Office is open for licensing, elections, and notary services. If you would like to access these services, please call (608) 266-4603 to enter the building.
Committee Meetings
City committee meetings are canceled, postponed, or being held virtually. For the latest status of City meetings, visit the City’s Meeting Schedule.
Property Assessments
Assessment notices will be mailed June 19. The open book period will begin June 22 and close July 3 at 4:30 p.m. View more information on the City Assessor's website and in the latest news release.
Bills & Payments
The Treasurer's Office is closed for in-person payments. You can make payments online, by phone, or by mail.
Phone: (608) 266-4771
City of Madison Treasurer
P.O. Box 2999
Madison, WI 53701
Housing Authority Rent
CDA and Section 8 housing residents should contact their property manager or Section 8 caseworker as soon as possible if they may be unable to pay rent. CDA residents can pay their rent online or by mail.
Visit the Housing Authority Coronavirus (COVID-19) page for more information about rent, maintenance requests, and more.
Municipal Service Bills
Late fees for Municipal Service Bills are exempted until further notice.
Parking Tickets
You can pay parking tickets online or by mail:
City of Madison Treasurer
P.O. Box 20
Madison, WI 53701-0020
Call (608) 266-4170 with any questions about parking tickets.
Property Taxes
The City of Madison will not be charging interest or late fees on property tax payments that are due April 1, 2020 – October 1, 2020.
Brush, Refuse, & Recycling
Refuse & Recycling
Refuse and recycling collection starts at 6:30 a.m., 30 minutes earlier than normal. All residents should have their carts and large items out for pickup by 6:30 am on their scheduled collection day.
Visit the Streets Coronavirus (COVID-19) page for more information.
Brush, Leaf, & Yard Waste
Curbside brush collection is in progress. Collection may be slower than usual as we prioritize critical refuse and recycling services.
Leaf and yard waste collection has ended for the spring. Bring materials to a drop-off site, or compost them in your yard.
Drop-Off Sites
The drop-off sites at 1501 W. Badger Rd, 4602 Sycamore Ave, and 402 South Point Rd are open with new hours and restrictions.
The brush processing and mulch facility at 121 E. Olin Ave. is open for small quantities of mulch pickup by Madison residents. Other services, like dropping off brush, remain unavailable at this time. Additional information can be found on the Streets Division’s website.
Customer Service Offices
The customer service offices at 1501 W. Badger Rd and 4602 Sycamore Ave will open on June 22 with limited hours and new restrictions.
Recycling fee stickers will not be available for purchase from the offices.
More information about sticker purchases and office restrictions can be found on the Streets Division’s website.
Mulch
The parks locations for mulch have been emptied and will not be restocked. A limited supply of mulch is available for residents at 121 E. Olin Ave.
Business & Development
Business Resources
View resources for businesses and non-profits during COVID-19.
Public Health also has guidance and best practices for businesses and restaurants.
Development Services
Offices are closed to the public. Employees are working remotely to support critical services. We have temporarily updated our submittal requirements and Commission meeting schedules.
View the Development Services Center website for information on specific development work, or visit agency sites for general service updates:
- Building Inspection Coronavirus (COVID-19) updates
- Engineering Coronavirus (COVID-19) updates
- Fire Department Coronavirus (COVID-19) updates
- Planning Coronavirus (COVID-19) updates
Doing Business with the City
All purchases made using Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding require an addendum. View all vendor resources.
We continue to certify Targeted Businesses and work with contractors to process Affirmative Action Plans. Visit the Civil Rights Coronavirus (COVID-19) page for more information.
Health & Public Safety
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
If you call 911 for your illness, one of the best things you can do is share your symptoms with the 911 call taker. They will be able to get the responders the information about your symptoms so they can prepare before arriving on scene. When first responders do arrive on scene, tell them exactly what you are experiencing and your entire medical history.
Fire
The Madison Fire Department administrative officers are closed. 24-hour emergency services are still available. We are following Public Health guidance on personal protective equipment (PPE), response plans, and communication.
Visit the Madison Fire Department Coronavirus (COVID-19) page for more information.
Police
The public windows at district stations are closed. The entryway to each station has a phone with a direct connection to the 911 Center in case of emergency.
Visit the Madison Police Department Coronavirus (COVID-19) page for more information.
Public Health
Get the latest health updates on COVID-19, including social distancing recommendations and what to do if you are sick or exposed, from Public Health Madison & Dane County.
A free community testing site is available at the Alliant Energy Center. No appointments are necessary.
View all Public Health Coronavirus (COVID-19) updates.
Water Utility
Madison’s tap water is safe. We will continue to make sure the City has a reliable, safe supply of water. Visit the Madison Water Utility Coronavirus (COVID-19) page for more information.
Madison Public Library
Madison Public Libraries are closed to the public but offering limited services, including curbside pickup.
You can access the library's online databases, magazines, and newspapers and downloadable audiobooks and eBooks with a library card 24/7.
If you do not have a library card, get a library card online! The library will be hosting online programs at-home activities for adults, kids, and families at the Library @ Home page.
Metro Transit
Metro Transit is running reduced service and following modified Saturday schedules. Please board and exit buses using the rear doors if you are able. We are not collecting fares on fixed route service.
Please only use buses for essential trips like travel to work, medical appointments, and grocery stores.
Visit the Metro Transit Coronavirus (COVID-19) page for more information.
Municipal Court
Municipal Court counter service is closed. You can still contact the Municipal Court office by mail, email, fax, or phone.
All court appearances must be by mail, email, fax, or phone. No in-person court appearances are allowed.
You must contact the court on or before your scheduled court date by mail, email, fax, or phone. If you do not, you will be found guilty of the charges in your ticket, citation, or complaint.
You are required to give the court your current mailing address.
Parking
City of Madison Parking Division reinstated enforcement of all on-street meters on June 1, 2020.
Resident Permit-Only, 1-hour and 2-hour posted restrictions in non-metered areas and Street Sweeping & Clean Streets Clean Lakes posted restrictions will remain temporarily suspended and will not be enforced. All changes are evaluated on a week by week basis to inform adjustments that best meet the needs of the community. Please see the Parking On-Street Updates Page for current suspension end dates.
Additional parking information:
- Meters and their associated time restrictions are enforced Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Temporary $5 Max Daily rate at City-owned parking garages
- First hour free in City-owned garages on Saturdays, fees accrue after that initial hour is exceeded
Visit the Parking Utility Coronavirus (COVID-19) page for more information.
Parks
All Madison Parks remain open with safety precautions and adjustments. All Parks administration offices are closed to the public. Many services are available online.
Currently closed:
- Warner Park Community Recreation Center
- Splash parks
- Field reservations and contact sports
- Drinking fountains
Visit the Parks Coronavirus (COVID-19) page for more information and online services.