Talk of the Town, State of the City, 01-19-24

Talk of the Town Talk of the Town, State of the City, 01-19-24

Updated 10 days ago

Mayor Paul Esser presents the State of the City with the breakdown of the city’s portion of your tax bill, reflects on 2023, and shares things to look for in 2024.

Chapters

Tell us about yourself. (00:01:48)
How would you contrast the mayor you were when you served in the late 1980's with the mayor you have been since 2015? (00:08:04)
Tell us about one accomplishment you've made that you are the most proud. (00:16:22)
Let's talk about the 2024 City Budget. (00:19:06)
The JCap development and Black Men Coalition housing development were recently struck down by City Council. Why did you support the developments, and should they come back to the City with changes in their proposals? (00:33:20)
The Plan Commission was scheduled to review a proposed 13-dwelling multi-family development at 998 E. Main St. What is your reaction to another apartment building? (00:56:00)
Is it true that this may be your last term in office? (00:59:33)
Why aren't more residents in Sun Prairie running for city elected offices? (01:00:35)
State Of The City Presentation (01:06:55)
Do you have any concerns that what is occurring with DEI in other jurisdictions may someday occur here in Sun Prairie? (01:31:54)
What are some of primary recommendations of the Organization Equity Audit? And what are the next steps? (01:33:44)
Madison Metro has been operating full-time in the city, starting last year. Are you satisfied with the service so far, and has ridership met the City’s expectations? (01:35:20)
The Sun Prairie Fire & Rescue Company and the City's EMS Department will consolidate on January 1, 2024. What do you expect this consolidation to accomplish and what will be the cost difference? (01:41:44)
If someone wants to talk to you directly or meet with you in person, how can they do that? (01:44:23)
How would you describe your working relationship with the City Council? (01:46:40)
If you were leaving office tomorrow but could get one new initiative enacted before you left, what would it be? (01:52:05)