Fitchburg, WI Common Council 1-13-26

The Fitchburg, WI Common Council meeting held on January 13, 2026, covered a wide range of topics including appointments to various city commissions, recognition of firefighter cancer awareness month, and updates on urban forestry and transit services. Significant procurement-related discussions included the approval of a resolution granting an exception for a community-based residential facility, approval of certified survey maps and rezoning for multifamily housing developments, and authorization of a contract with Dane County for stormwater permit review and erosion control inspection. The council also approved an updated policy increasing the developer deposit for tax increment finance (TIF) requests to $20,000 to better cover legal and analysis costs. Additionally, the council discussed ongoing infrastructure investments, including upgrades to police facilities and city hall renovations, and plans for a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the comprehensive plan and zoning code expected at the end of January. A contract was approved to accept $24,845 in funding from Dane County for the Neighborhood Navigator program. The meeting included discussions on shared services and EMS/fire consolidation efforts, with a resolution expected in March to authorize a consultant for this initiative. No votes were taken on new contracts beyond those noted, but several policy and planning decisions were made that will influence future procurement and development activities in Fitchburg.