# Public Works Committee Meeting


**Body:** Washington County, Wisconsin
**Date:** September 18, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Transportation, Construction & Infrastructure, Policy, Physical Infrastructure


The Washington County Public Works Committee met on September 18, 2026, to discuss updates to transit policies and review a transit ridership report. Key procurement-related discussions included adopting state-mandated transit policies such as service animal accommodations, no-show penalties with a progressive voluntary payment schedule starting at $24, and a weapons policy prohibiting firearms except as allowed by law. The committee approved these policy updates with a motion that passed unanimously. Additionally, the meeting covered plans for a new human services building, including site location, building design, and potential partnerships for construction and leasing. Various options were considered, including public-private partnerships and remodeling existing buildings, with cost estimates and future expansion possibilities discussed. The committee also reviewed ridership data and plans for a live data mapping application to better inform future service decisions. No specific contract awards or RFPs were announced, but the building project and policy updates indicate upcoming procurement activities.

**Source:** Washington County, Wisconsin