Fitchburg, WI Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission 1-21-26

The Fitchburg, WI Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission held a meeting on January 21, 2026, primarily focused on discussing the 2025 update to the city's Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. The commission reviewed public comments and staff responses regarding proposed plan improvements, emphasizing the need for the plan to be a living document with regular updates rather than a static 5- or 10-year revision cycle. The commission recommended approval of resolution R-174-25 to adopt the updated plan, with a directive for staff to make critical changes before final publication. Discussions also covered funding and implementation aspects, including the city's past and potential future investments in bicycle infrastructure, the role of BCycle bike-share expansion, and coordination with state transportation plans and grants. The commission highlighted the importance of tracking budget allocations for biking and pedestrian projects to support future grant applications and awards. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were reported, but the meeting underscored ongoing capital improvement projects and budget considerations related to active transportation infrastructure.