Dane County Executive Parisi unveils $834 million budget for 2023
MADISON, Wis. -- Dane County Executive Joe Parisi outlined his 2023 budget Monday. The $834 million plan includes funding to continue some county programs and expand…
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Dane Co. Executive Joe Parisi tests positive for COVID-19
Dane County Executive Joe Parisi's office says he has tested positive for COVID-19, hours before he was scheduled to attend a press conference updating the status of the virus in the county.
Dane Co. plan would provide more funding to help food pantries fight inflation costs
A resolution that will be considered by the Dane County board Thursday night would provide extra funding to the Second Harvest Foodbank to help food pantries keep up with rising costs due to inflation.
Parisi signs 2022 Dane County budget, touting pandemic relief and climate change initiatives
Dane County Executive Joe Parisi signed the county's 2022 budget on Wednesday morning, touting its investments in mental health, efforts to fight climate change, and helping the county rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dane County leaders announce $10M in funding for Crisis Triage Center
People will be able to receive care at the facility by referral from community partners, being brough in by law enforcement, or walking in themselves.
Dane Co. Airport solar project generates enough power for over 1,200 homes
The project generated over 12 million kilowatt-hours of energy in its first nine months
MADISON, Wis. -- A solar project at Dane County Regional Airport has generated enough power to sustain over 1,200 Wisconsin homes for a year,…
Parisi says he supports Public Health officials as county supervisor explains calls to revoke mask order
Dane County Executive Joe Parisi is reacting to a proposed county board resolution that would ask public health officials to pull back its most recent mask mandate, saying he doesn't think the resolution will "get much traction."
New technology turns manure into drinking water in Dane Co.
Dane County Executive Joe Parisi along with AQUA Innovations, GL Dairy Biogas and three local dairy farms cut the ribbon on new technology that turns manure into drinkable water.
Parisi says it's not the right time for County Board salary increases
The Dane County Board approved a pay raise for itself at a meeting Thursday night. While most people are usually pretty happy when they find out they're getting a raise, the 33 percent increase isn't sitting well with everyone.
Dane County budget includes improvements to Schumacher Farm County Park
Parisi's budget provides $200,000 for upgrades
Around $200,000 in improvements could be coming to a county park as part of Dane County Executive Joe Parisi's 2017 budget proposal, according to a news release.
After dozens of false starts, homeless day center gets another chance
After dozens of false starts, a permanent homeless day shelter may finally become a reality in Madison.
Parisi running for re-election
Dane County Executive Joe Parisi says he intends to run for re-election in 2017.
Work starts on $5.9M bike bridge to link McFarland, Madison
Construction began Wednesday on a bike trail that will connect Stoughton, McFarland and Madison.
Dane County Board overrides Parisi's veto of Alliant Energy Center plan
The Dane County Board has voted 30 to 6 to override Dane County Executive Joe Parisi's veto of a plan to study the future of the Alliant Energy Center.
Study: Coliseum at Alliant Energy needs $117M renovation
A new study by the Hammes Company recommends the county spend big money to replace the Dane County Coliseum with a new arena.
Dane County might expand medical examiner services to Brown County
The Dane County Medical Examiner's Office might soon start providing services in Brown County if an intergovernmental agreement is approved.
Restorative justice in Dane County engages young adults
While restorative justice is not new to Madison, a new program is expanding its reach to young adults between the ages of 17 and 25--a move that advocates hope will address inequalities built into the criminal justice system.
Dane County budget ups property tax $31.84 on average home
The Dane County Executive's Office said property taxes will increase by about $32 in 2016 based on the new budget revealed this week.
County, providers partner to help police with mental health emergencies
Dane County Executive Joe Parisi announced the creation of a new community crisis team in partnership with local law enforcement agencies.
Dane County, district to expand mental health resources in schools
Dane County and the Madison Metropolitan School District are working together to fund and implement an expanded mental health program for Madison schools, according to a release.
New program expands access to mental health coverage
County Executive Joe Parisi announced a new program Tuesday that will provide more access to mental health coverage for people living in Dane County.
County plans to update first responder towers instead of building new ones
Dane County will likely not be building new first responder radio towers, and the money will likely go toward adding equipment to existing towers.
New job program to help inmates transition into community
A new jail-based job center at the Dane County Jail will serve 100 participants over 18 months thanks to a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, according to a release.
Dane County executive announces $2 million for affordable housing
Dane County Executive Joe Parisi announced Thursday that the new Affordable Housing Development Fund is available for community members to apply, according to a release.
