Last updated: 11/02/2020 1:47 pm
Public Health Updates
Get the latest health updates on COVID-19, including social distancing recommendations and what to do if you are sick or exposed, from Public Health Madison & Dane County.
Public Health announced Dane County announced an updated order effective July 13, 2020. Read the press release and full order. On August 24, Emergency Order #9 took effect. Read the press release and full order for details.
A free community testing site is available at the Alliant Energy Center. No appointments are necessary.
View Public Health's data dashboard for the latest information on COVID-19 cases.
City Service Updates
- Most public buildings are closed until further notice. Many City services are available online or by mail. View service updates, or contact the agency with any questions.
- Madison Public Libraries are offering limited service, including curbside pickup and in-person computer use.
- Metro Transit resumed collecting fares and boarding at the front door on September 1.
- Refuse and recycling pickup is continuing, but starting 30 minutes earlier at 6:30 a.m. Residents should have their carts out for collection by 6:30 a.m on their normal collection day.
- City residents seeking help with financial concerns due to the COVID-19 pandemic can contact a new, free Financial Resources Hotline to be connected to financial assistance resources.
COVID-19 News Releases
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Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020
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Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020
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Monday, Nov. 2, 2020
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Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020
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Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020
Mayoral Emergency Orders
- Thursday, May 7, 2020
Emergency Order #2: Homelessness - Thursday, May 7, 2020
Policy Statement: Supporting Safe Outdoor Space Practices for People Experiencing Unsheltered Homelessness - Thursday, March 26, 2020
Emergency Order #1
News Conferences
- July 7, 2020: New Public Health Orders Requiring Face Coverings in Public
- July 1, 2020: City, County and Healthcare Leaders Address Recent COVID-19 Surge
- May 13, 2020: County & City Response to WI Supreme Court Decision on Safer-At-Home Order
- May 4, 2020: Property Tax Payment Relief During COVID-19 Pandemic
- April 2, 2020: Madison and Dane County Emergency Food System Response to COVID-19
- March 23, 2020: Community Updates on COVID-19 including Madison and Dane County Efforts
- March 15, 2020: COVID-19 Update
- March 11, 2020: COVID-19 Response & Update