Fitchburg, WI Plan Commission 5-19-26

The Fitchburg, WI Plan Commission held a meeting on May 19, 2026, focusing primarily on urban development and zoning matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the proposed amendment to Tax Incremental District (TID) Number 17, which involved expanding district boundaries to include four additional parcels and updating eligible project costs totaling approximately $25.4 million. The amendment aims to support infrastructure improvements and development incentives, with projected tax increment revenues of over $30 million to fund these projects. The commission approved the amendment and related resolutions. Other procurement and development topics included approval of certified survey maps and rezonings for residential and agricultural properties, architectural design reviews for new commercial developments such as a Genesis car dealership, and a subdivision improvement agreement tied to phased public infrastructure construction. Additionally, the commission approved a level three public electric vehicle charging agreement with Madison Gas and Electric, granting an easement for installation and operation of new charging stations. The meeting also addressed updates to agricultural zoning ordinances and plans for a comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance amendment contract expected to be presented in June 2026.