Fitchburg, WI Finance Committee 9-22-26

The Fitchburg, WI Finance Committee met on September 22, 2026, to discuss several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement actions included the approval of a three-year contract with Purple Cow Organics LLC for brush and yard waste processing services totaling $83,454.30 for 2027-2029. The committee also approved a 5% increase in storm water utility rates effective January 1, 2027, to address rising maintenance costs. A budget amendment was passed to allocate $100,000 from the capital improvement program for solar inverter repairs and maintenance across city facilities. Additionally, the committee authorized the issuance of up to $22.32 million in general obligation promissory notes to fund capital projects, with debt service to be repaid through property tax levies. The meeting included acceptance of a federal Justice Assistance Grant of $11,144 for police department data analysis software, with further budget amendments anticipated. A lease amendment for Safe Kids Madison Area Coalition at Fire Station 1 was also approved. These actions reflect ongoing capital improvements, maintenance funding, and technology investments within the city.