Common Council - Regular Meeting

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

The Common Council meeting on August 4, 2026, addressed the mid-year appropriation resolution and public art projects, but the majority of the meeting was dominated by public comment regarding the Office of the Independent Monitor (OIM) and the Police Civilian Oversight Board (PCOB) in the wake of a recent police killing and the clearing of a memorial site. Many residents called for full funding and independence for the OIM and PCOB, as well as greater police accountability and transparency.

About this meeting

Government Body
Common Council
Meeting Type
Common Council
Location
Madison, WI
Meeting Date
August 4, 2026

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