Fitchburg, WI Transportation and Transit Commission 6-11-26

The Fitchburg Transportation and Transit Commission held its monthly meeting on June 11, 2026, focusing extensively on upcoming and ongoing transportation infrastructure projects and transit service updates. Key procurement discussions included awarding the 2026 street resurfacing contract to Pay and Dolan, who have been the city's contractor for several years, and the sidewalk replacement contract awarded to Duth Concrete for approximately $223,000 after a rebid process. The commission also discussed negotiating a $400,000 contract with KL for construction inspection and design of a soldier pile retaining wall under the Military Ridge State Trail bridge. Additionally, the Southern Charger project was bid with Pay and Dolan as the low bidder at $737,000, with work expected to start and finish within the year. The meeting covered the development and implementation of new Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) guidelines to streamline traffic impact reviews for new developments, which will be accompanied by ordinance changes to require TIAs for all new large developments. The commission also reviewed transit statistics and discussed the need for improved data reporting from Metro Transit to better analyze route usage and service effectiveness. A resolution supporting increased federal transportation funding to municipalities was unanimously recommended for approval. Other topics included updates on traffic calming measures, bike and pedestrian infrastructure projects, and recent changes in police response to motor vehicle crashes. No votes were taken on new contracts beyond those mentioned, but several procurement-related action items and policy initiatives were highlighted that will influence future transportation projects and vendor opportunities in Fitchburg.