Members of Madison's Common Council passed the latest city budget after two days of lengthy meetings and debate, giving final approval just before 2 a.m. Thursday.
It’s been more than 15 years since the idea for a Madison Public Market was born, and there have been many stops and starts along the way. Will this year’s developments, despite a public health crisis, finally lead to a 2022 opening?
About 60 public market enthusiasts appeared to like the city's $9 million-$15 million idea to turn the East Johnson city garage into an indoor public market that would include selling prepared foods, local produce and arts and crafts.
After some passionate arguments for each option, Madison's Local Food Committee unanimously recommended the city start a public market on the east side.
