Fitchburg, WI Resource Conservation Commission 9-14-26

The Fitchburg, WI Resource Conservation Commission meeting held on September 14, 2026, focused primarily on environmental and utility-related procurement and budget matters. Key procurement discussions included the approval of a 5% increase in storm water utility rates to balance revenues and expenditures amid rising maintenance costs, projected to generate an additional $91,000 annually. The commission also approved a three-year contract with Purple Cow Organics LLC for brush and yard waste processing services from 2027 through 2029, continuing the city's composting efforts. Other topics included planning for sustainability events, updates on pond dredging projects, and discussions about maintaining community outreach through newsletters and local media. The meeting included votes approving the storm water rate increase and the Purple Cow Organics contract, reflecting ongoing commitments to environmental infrastructure and waste management services.