Fitchburg, WI Transportation and Transit Commission 7-9-26

The Fitchburg, WI Transportation and Transit Commission meeting on July 9, 2026, focused extensively on transportation safety, infrastructure projects, and planning initiatives. Key procurement-related discussions included the upcoming release of an RFP for a comprehensive Vision Zero safety action plan aimed at improving pedestrian and bicycle safety, with feedback sought from commissioners to ensure alignment with city goals. The commission also reviewed capital improvement projects (CIP), including awarded contracts such as a $223,000 sidewalk replacement to Duth Concrete and a nearly $750,000 contract to Payne and Dolan for paved shoulders on Whan Road. Updates on ongoing and future infrastructure projects were provided, including road reconstructions, utility relocations, and multi-use path developments, with some projects delayed to align with regional plans. The meeting also covered traffic calming measures like a temporary painted roundabout and discussed potential long-term improvements involving splitter islands and truck aprons. Additionally, the commission addressed coordination with neighboring jurisdictions on projects affecting shared roadways and transit service enhancements. Overall, the meeting combined detailed project updates with strategic planning and procurement activities to advance Fitchburg's transportation infrastructure and safety objectives.