Fitchburg, WI Finance Committee 8-25-26

The Fitchburg, WI Finance Committee met on August 25, 2026, to discuss various financial and procurement matters. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of a 3% water utility rate increase following a Public Service Commission decision, and the award of a $3.9 million contract to JH Hassinger Incorporated for the construction of Well Facility Number 12, a project aligned with the 2018 water system master plan. The committee also approved several budget amendments related to fire medical supplies, background checks, and staffing, including the hiring of two additional career firefighters to address staffing challenges. Additionally, the committee ratified a collective bargaining agreement with the IAFF Local 311 and approved multiple memoranda of understanding with the union. The meeting included detailed reviews of bills and payments, with clarifications on specific vendor charges and services such as beaver removal and YouTube TV subscriptions for city stations. The committee voted unanimously on all resolutions presented, reflecting ongoing efforts to manage city finances and capital projects effectively.