🌎 How is climate change affecting Madison?

🚧 Expect Downtown Road Closures

• With Concerts on the Square starting today, people should expect more traffic around the isthmus and Capitol Square due to road closures. Those passing eastbound through the isthmus are advised to go on John Nolen Drive or Johnson Street. Those going westbound should use John Nolen Drive or Gorham Street.
• And if you find yourself stuck in traffic, why not listen to City Cast Madison’s recent conversation with the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra’s music director? [Channel 3000, City Cast Madison 🎧]

🫂 WisconsinSibs Comes to Madison

• This Fox Valley Organization is now coming to town. WisconsinSibs offers programs for parents, but also for brothers and sisters of children with disabilities or long-term illnesses.
• There are workshops that specifically target children from ages 6-12. These events combine recreation and discussion. [15 WMTV]

🗳️ Electronic Absentee Ballots for Disabled Voters

• A Dane County judge ruled disabled voters will be able to vote electronically from home this November. The change will assist those who cannot independently read or mark up their own ballot. Voters will still need to mail or deliver their ballot to their local clerk, as all absentee voters do.
• This decision is likely to be appealed and has created concerns for some in regards to security. However, disability rights advocates say a lack of electronic absentee option is a violation to those with disabilities right to independence and privacy when voting.
• Related: Learn about Wisconsin’s new voting maps. [🔒WSJ, City Cast Madison 🎧]

⬆️ Last Week’s Answer

This week was one that everyone who responded got correct! This mural is located at Northstreet — congrats to all of those who responded. So, the winner came down to who got it the quickest.

🥳 Congrats to Kate L. for answering first!

⬇️ This Week’s Clues

Where do you think this picture was taken? A few hints:

• This is a great place to grab a coffee in Madison.
• This spot is located on the West side of Madison.
• They offer live music on certain Friday nights.

Is Madison Still a Climate Haven?

After the tumultuous weather patterns Madison has been having, we wanted to better understand what’s up with our weather. City Cast Madison host Bianca Martin sits down with Steve Vavrus, state climatologist and director of the Wisconsin State Climatology Office, to chat about Wisconsin’s “Lost Winter”, being a drought-free state, and what it means to be a climate haven.