Fitchburg, WI Board of Public Works 1-26-26

The Fitchburg Board of Public Works meeting on January 26, 2026, focused on several key infrastructure and procurement matters. Updates were provided on the 2026 street resurfacing project and the Fitzrona Road reconstruction, including property acquisition and construction timelines. The board approved multiple resolutions related to procurement and budget amendments: awarding a contract to Bachmann Design Group for a $100,000 interactive children's library feature; amending the 2025 transit fund budget to cover a $15,000 shortfall in metro transit services; extending the limited term employment of a special projects engineer; approving a $40,423 change order for Fish Hatchery Road repairs due to increased complexity; awarding a $228,228 contract for water treatment chemicals to Hawkins Incorporated; accepting bids for the SE interceptor extension with a low bid of $661,173; and purchasing a John Deere 5085M tractor and a 2024 Chevy Silverado dump truck within budget. The meeting also addressed corrections to sidewalk assessment reports and postponed a subdivision improvements agreement. Overall, the meeting emphasized prudent budget management, competitive bidding, and coordination with stakeholders to advance public works projects.