Fitchburg, WI Common Council 4-28-26

The Fitchburg, WI Common Council meeting held on April 28, 2026, included several procurement and contracting discussions primarily focused on capital improvement projects and contract approvals. Key procurement actions included approval of a contract amendment for Futrona Road engineering services with an additional $48,000, bringing the total to approximately $585,000. The council also approved bids for the police storage building reroof and gutter replacement at about $71,000 and awarded a $2.3 million contract for utility improvements in the Belmar and Tower Hill neighborhoods, excluding a street removed due to budget constraints. Additionally, the council approved amendments to the building inspection fee schedule and a copier lease contract for Fire Station 3. The council authorized joining the TIPS interlocal purchasing system to leverage cooperative purchasing benefits. A $55,000 state and local cybersecurity grant was accepted to enhance police department cybersecurity, including multifactor authentication for squad cars. The council also approved the 2026 Healthy Neighborhoods grant program funding awards totaling $124,000 to eight organizations addressing community needs such as food insecurity. Policy updates included aligning city purchasing thresholds with new state law changes. Several development projects were discussed and approved, including rezoning and plat approvals for multifamily residential and senior living developments, with attention to parking, stormwater management, and energy efficiency. The meeting also featured proclamations recognizing Economic Development Week and Building Safety Month. Overall, the meeting addressed multiple procurement and capital projects advancing Fitchburg's infrastructure, public safety, and community services.