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press release: Please join us for our Virtual Monthly Luncheon this upcoming Tuesday. Our guest speakers will be Ben Zellers & Rebecca Cnare, both Madison city planners.

The city of Madison, led by the Planning Division, is undertaking an effort to reimagine both the Odana area (bounded by the Beltline, Mineral Point Road, and the east edge of Research Park) and East Towne area (bounded by Mendota Street, Dwight Drive, Interstate 39/90/94, and the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad). With the country’s changing shopping habits and increased retail vacancies, both of these areas are seeing more interest in redevelopment that integrates mixed-use and residential components. Yet they both lack the connections, amenities, and public spaces that create a neighborhood.

How can the city guide redevelopment and reinvestment in these areas to create inclusive, vibrant neighborhoods that are welcoming to businesses and residents of all races, ages, and incomes? City Planning staff will give an overview of the planning process and feedback received to-date, answer questions, and gather thoughts on what the future of these two areas could and should be.

Registration required to receive meeting information.

Virtual Monthly Luncheon Registration

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