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Madison council approves fund to finance Damon L. Welch Park revitalization

Madison City Council · January 20, 2026
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Summary

The Madison City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2026‑1 on Jan. 20 to create the Damon L. Welch Park Project Fund, enabling the city to collect contributions and pay for park revitalization; staff said six bids were opened and the Board of Public Works and Safety will review awards.

MADISON — The Madison City Council voted unanimously Jan. 20 to approve Ordinance 2026‑1, creating the Damon L. Welch Park Project Fund to collect contributions and cover expenditures for a planned park revitalization.

Mayor (identified in the transcript as 'Mister Mayor') said the ordinance, sponsored by Councilwoman Krebs, establishes the fund's purpose, permitted sources of revenue and allowable uses. He told the council bids for the park construction were opened earlier…

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