Madison Board approves street closures for inaugural Unbroken Circle Music Festival

The City of Madison's Board of Public Works and Safety made waves during their July 7 meeting by approving street closures for the inaugural Unbroken Circle Music Festival, set to take place from September 4 to September 6, 2025. This festival marks a significant cultural event for the city, promising to bring music and community together in a celebration that has never been held before in Madison.

The resolution, introduced by Joe, outlines the specific streets that will be closed to accommodate the festival. Fawn Drive, Vine Street, Elm Street, Broadway, Poplar Street, and Central Avenue will all see closures starting September 1 at 8 AM and lasting until September 8 at noon. Homeowners will still have access, and provisions for emergency vehicles have been made.

Brent Turner, representing the Unbroken Circle Music Festival Committee, expressed excitement about the event, highlighting its potential to enhance Madison's cultural landscape. This festival is expected to draw visitors and foster community spirit, making it a noteworthy addition to the city's calendar.

In addition to the festival preparations, discussions also touched on the condition of local water and sewer lines. Officials noted that while some service line issues may arise, the main lines are in good shape, particularly in the Mill to Broadway stretch. Future projects will incorporate necessary replacements, with some preliminary work planned to mitigate costs associated with upcoming road projects.

The meeting underscored the city's commitment to both infrastructure improvements and community engagement, setting the stage for a vibrant fall festival and ongoing enhancements to Madison's public services.