Fitchburg, WI Finance Committee 4-14-26

The Fitchburg, WI Finance Committee met on April 14, 2026, to discuss various financial and procurement matters. Key procurement-related topics included approval of multiple contract awards and purchases such as the Bobcat T770 skid loader, spring 2026 tree planting project awarded to Arthur Wheeler Incorporated for $59,057, replacement firefighting turnout gear, LED street light replacements funded partially by a carbon reduction grant totaling $62,422.54, and the 2026 street resurfacing project with a budget of approximately $1.39 million. The committee also approved a resolution to join the TIPS cooperative purchasing system and discussed amendments to the city's purchasing and public works contract processes aimed at streamlining approvals by delegating more authority to staff for purchases under $10,000. Additionally, the committee reviewed the December 2025 and January 2026 treasurer's reports, discussed finance software project progress, and considered a joint fire and EMS district feasibility study contract not to exceed $65,000. Several budget amendments and tax assessment refund resolutions were referred to the full council without recommendation. Motions to approve these items were passed unanimously where votes were recorded.