Fitchburg, WI Park Commission 7-9-26

The Fitchburg, WI Park Commission held a meeting on July 9, 2026, focusing primarily on park development and related procurement activities. The commission reviewed and approved concept plans for two new parks at Highfield Reserve, presented by Veridian Homes and Denaprio Cockin Associates. Discussions included design features, maintenance considerations, and the use of native plants, with an emphasis on hiring ecological restoration contractors for prairie maintenance. The commission unanimously approved the park concepts. Additionally, the commission reviewed and approved resolution R8926 concerning rental policies for city park facilities, including the Host Hochi facility, with discussions on policy language and enforcement. The meeting also covered proposed updates to the 2027 park fee schedule, including adjustments to cemetery plot fees, ball diamond preparation fees, and rental rates for tennis and pickleball courts, aiming for equitable and reasonable pricing. Public input was solicited on these topics, and future agenda items were announced, including upcoming park projects and public input meetings.