# Fitchburg, WI Committee of the Whole 9-23-26


**Body:** FACTv City of Fitchburg
**Date:** September 22, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services, Grants & Funding, Artificial Intelligence


The Fitchburg, WI Committee of the Whole meeting held on September 23, 2026, focused primarily on presentations and discussions regarding the city's communications guidelines and the mayor's goals and priorities for the next three years. The communications guide presentation included recommendations for improving city communications, standardizing press releases, incorporating social media platforms like Instagram, and exploring cost-effective outreach methods such as direct mail. The mayor's priorities covered sustainable growth, housing, infrastructure investment, community inclusivity, financial transparency, and regional collaboration. Action items included completing strategic plans, enhancing technology use including AI tools, and pursuing grant funding for capital projects. The council discussed potential reorganization of priorities, the feasibility of electrifying the city vehicle fleet, and the importance of maintaining a AAA bond rating. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting, but the discussions highlighted future budget considerations and strategic planning that could influence upcoming procurement and capital improvement projects.

**Source:** FACTv City of Fitchburg