Fitchburg, WI Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee 8-18-26

The Fitchburg, WI Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee met on August 18, 2026, to discuss several agenda items related to farmland preservation and agricultural zoning. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a conditional use permit for a second farm residence at 4957 Hay Farm Road, with specific conditions related to permits and occupancy requirements to maintain farmland preservation zoning compliance. The committee also approved updates to the Farmland Preservation Plan map to reflect recent parcel changes and zoning adjustments. Additionally, there was discussion about potential future land development and infrastructure planning involving sewer and water services in coordination with the Village of Oregon, including cooperative agreements for service provision. The committee also reviewed plans for the upcoming comprehensive plan update and zoning code rewrite, including consultant engagement and community involvement through working groups and focus sessions. Motions to approve the conditional use permit and the updated farmland preservation map were both passed unanimously.