Finance Committee: Meeting of March 16, 2026

The City of Madison, Wisconsin Finance Committee met on March 16, 2026, addressing several procurement and contract-related items. The committee approved a sole source contract with the Dane County Humane Society for animal services funded by a one-time 2026 budget amendment from the public health fund balance. They also authorized a two-year parking lot and driveway use agreement with the Steve Stricker American Family Insurance Foundation, including discussions on event parking management and public feedback mechanisms. Additionally, the committee approved an initial concept design for a public art project, incorporating community and student input. Another key procurement discussion involved a parking permit agreement with Baker's Place apartment development, focusing on permit terms and pricing. The meeting concluded with an internal audit update outlining the 2026 audit plan, risk assessments, and findings from the employee assistance program audit, emphasizing ongoing financial oversight and risk management efforts.