Data Center Developments, Plower Power, and Starbucks Strike Continues

Earlier this week, Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and a group of alders proposed a year-long moratorium on data center construction. If the measure is approved, it would be a first in Wisconsin. Host Bianca Martin digs into the story with executive producer Hayley Sperling and newsletter editor Rob Thomas. Plus, the team discusses striking Starbucks baristas and how Madison is handling the recent snowfall.  ❄️P.S. It’s the last day to get the special City Cast Madison beanie by joining the City Cast Madison Neighbors program! New this campaign, gift a membership to your favorite Madisonian. They’ll get all the perks and you’ll get the joy of giving!  Mentioned on the show: New snowplow trading cards are available at Madison libraries [City of Madison]Locations for free sand [City of Madison] 👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email [e-mail]. We’re also on Instagram!  📧 You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  🏠 Get more from City Cast Madison when you become a City Cast Madison Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events, and more. Join the City Cast Madison Neighbors program! Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 12th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Alliance Francaise de Milwaukee Jones Dairy Farm