Fitchburg, WI Common Council Recap 11-25-25

The Fitchburg, WI Common Council meeting on November 25, 2025, covered a range of topics including the appointment of a new alderman, Jake Leper, to fill a vacant seat. The council approved several resolutions related to city planning, transit updates, and polling location adjustments ahead of upcoming elections. Notably, the council decided against renewing the subscription for the Flock Safety system after considerable debate. Budget amendments were approved for the library fund to cover utility costs and for workspace updates. A significant procurement decision involved purchasing lockers and an evidence storage system for the new police services facility, achieving cost savings by ordering early. Additionally, the council discussed leveraging federal tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act for energy-efficient building components, anticipating over $500,000 in credits. Legal services funding was authorized for a lawsuit involving the police department. Overall, the meeting emphasized prudent fiscal management, strategic procurement, and infrastructure improvements.