I'm concerned about bikes

New Jersey's weird e-bike bill and some local coverage about the topic has me concerned similar e-bike legislation could sneak through the WI…

9 hrs ago • Josh Olson

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Forward Beyond Regent

I gave a failing grade to Common Council. I would be making a mistake if I didn't suggest the improvements and clarity that could prevent that from…

Jul 2 • Josh Olson

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June 2026

Madison Unanimously Fails Vision Zero

When we don't build the safest street allowable by street planning guidance, what is it all for?

Jun 30 • Josh Olson

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AI Elites are running into a COVID Trap

Boosters yell past opponents and risk alienating (and maybe killing) a lot of people

Jun 29 • Josh Olson

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Common Council Rejects a Safer Regent

Alders unanimously approved a flawed design for Regent Street Geometry. Here was my public comment and a few thoughts for now

Jun 10 • Josh Olson

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Is Madison a Vision Zero City?

An unsafe Regent Street reconstruction design goes to Common Council June 9th. Madisonians deserve clarity on how alders prioritize safety.

Jun 3 • Josh Olson

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May 2026

Plans and Progress

We need clarity about what plans in Madison matter. Just because it makes it on paper and is "adopted by Council" does not mean it will be built. This…

May 18 • Josh Olson

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April 2026

Vote for Madison (Strongest Town Contest)

My last plea as West Allis' mayor, teachers, and students vote.

Apr 2 • Josh Olson

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March 2026

A Midwest Miracle

The four remaining "Strongest Town" contestants are from the Midwest. I think there's a reason for that beyond how bracket voting works.

Mar 23 • Josh Olson

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Walk (and bike) your main streets

Why Regent Street really should rethink the value of parking at the expense of space for non-drivers

Mar 10 • Josh Olson

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Madison is the Strongest Town

Why you should vote for my city in the annual Strongest Town contest

Mar 3 • Josh Olson

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January 2026

It Takes Two to Tango - Letter to the Editor (Cap Times)

Madison's "uniparty" isn't as united as it seems, but Paul Fanlund should consider offering serious compromises rather than complain that his vision…

Jan 14 • Josh Olson

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