Roads & transportation in Wisconsin local government
What Wisconsin city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about roads & transportation — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
4,452 Wisconsin meetings since 2024 covered roads & transportation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Wisconsin with the most roads & transportation activity
- Madison, WI (185)
- La Crosse, WI (161)
- Wausau, WI (140)
- Dane, WI (132)
- Milwaukee, WI (121)
- Rock County, WI (111)
- Appleton, WI (104)
- Edgerton, WI (99)
- Waukesha, WI (98)
- Oconto County, WI (96)
- Stevens Point, WI (95)
- Lake Geneva, WI (91)
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Zoning Board to consider McDonald's with drive-thru at 1250-1274 Broad St
The Bloomfield Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a special meeting to consider an application by SPG at Bloomfield, LLC to convert an existing property at 1250-1274 Broad Street into a McDonald's fast food restaurant with drive-thru service. The applicant is seeking a D1 use variance for drive-through service…
Council votes on drive-thru restaurant zoning change at 4358 Mormon Coulee Rd
The La Crosse Common Council will decide on an ordinance to amend the zoning code and allow a restaurant with a drive-thru facility at 4358 Mormon Coulee Rd. The item was short-circuited on August 31, 2026, per municipal code procedures.
Highway Committee to review 2027 budget, roadwork, and equipment purchases
The Oconto County Highway Committee is meeting to review and potentially approve the 2027 budget, which includes a $3,838,264 highway levy and a $230,519 bridge aid levy, and to discuss roadwork updates, staffing, and equipment. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and vendor payments, but the main items are…
Green County Traffic Safety Commission reviews crash data and sets next meeting
The Green County Traffic Safety Commission will meet to review recent traffic crash data, hear updates from subcommittees, and discuss recommendations based on crash reviews. The meeting includes reports from the Sheriff’s Office and the Traffic Safety Task Force.
Joint bike-pedestrian commission to discuss Mequon Road bridge treatments and work plan
The Joint Mequon-Thiensville Bike and Pedestrian Way Commission is meeting to discuss updates on treatments to the Mequon Road Bridge over the Milwaukee River and to review its joint work plan. The agenda includes approval of July 9, 2026 minutes and is otherwise limited to these discussion items.
Sawyer County Finance Committee to review 2027 preliminary budget
The Sawyer County Finance Committee will meet to review financial reports and discuss the 2027 preliminary budget presentation. The agenda includes a request from Namekagon Transit, a treasurer's report, and a possible action on a certificate of deposit purchase. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes per person.
Board to hear two assessment appeals and approve $21,300.77 road contract
The Board of Public Works will hear appeals from property owners contesting noxious weed and snow removal assessments, and consider a contract for asphalt reconstruction. The meeting also includes routine items like change orders, pay estimates, and payroll affidavits.
Village Board to consider splitting Parks committee and new parking rules
The Shorewood Village Board and its committees will meet on September 9, 2026, to discuss and potentially act on several items, including drafting an ordinance to replace the Parks and Public Spaces Committee with separate Parks and Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety committees, a request to prohibit year-round parking on one…
Committee to review 2027 budgets and vote on selling crushing equipment
The Door County Highway & Facilities Committee will review and make recommendations on the 2027 budgets for the Highway, Airport, Facilities & Parks, and Museum departments. They will also consider approving the sale of surplus crushing equipment, review 2025 departmental closeouts, and hear updates on airport…
Highway Committee to review 2027 goals, CIP, and illegal driveway
The Calumet County Highway Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on several items, including draft 2027 SMART goals, recognition for staff, and an illegal driveway at W1720 CTH Q. They will also review the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, including funding for large projects like CTH KK and AP, and receive…
September 9 East Wisconsin Counties Railroad Consortium meeting cancelled
The East Wisconsin Counties Railroad Consortium Board of Directors cancelled its September 9, 2026 meeting at the direction of Chairman Thomas Winker. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 11, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in Ozaukee County.
September 9 East WI Counties Railroad Consortium meeting cancelled
The East Wisconsin Counties Railroad Consortium Board of Directors meeting scheduled for September 9, 2026, was cancelled by Chairman Thomas Winker. The next regular meeting is set for November 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in Ozaukee County.
Hartford Joint Review Board to consider corrected TID 14 project plan and boundaries
The Joint Review Board will review and consider a corrected resolution approving the project plan and boundaries for Tax Incremental District 14, which was created on June 23, 2026. The district is on the west side of Hartford, near the westside industrial park, and includes mixed-use development with up to 35%…
Board to vote on South Bridge Connector funding and easement at 747 Heritage Road
The De Pere Board of Public Works will meet to approve meeting minutes, vote on a Brown County Municipal Agreement amendment for the South Bridge Connector project, and consider a proposed easement at 747 Heritage Road. They will also discuss parking, traffic recommendations, and a yard waste site user policy.
Public Works Committee to discuss new Highway Department facilities
The Sawyer County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss routine reports from the Maintenance, Airport, and Highway departments, and will consider approval of previous meeting minutes. A key item is a discussion and possible action on new Highway Department facilities. The meeting is open to the public with a…
Council to consider creating Tax Incremental District No. 45 for White Label Lofts
The Oshkosh Common Council will hold its regular meeting on September 8, 2026, with a pre-meeting orientation on the police department's HOME Base and a proposed emergency operations center. The Council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine items, several new ordinances, and resolutions, including the…
Committee to weigh overnight parking ban and animal fancier rules
The Community Life and Public Safety Committee will discuss and possibly act on two ordinance changes: overnight parking restrictions from October 31 to May 1, and amendments to animal fancier approval standards. The committee will also receive updates from code enforcement, fire/EMS, and police departments. No new…
Committee to review school zone safety, code updates, and nature park proposal
The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will discuss several initiatives, including updates to Village Code Ch. 207, a safer school zones initiative, and a vision triangle regulations review. They will also hear reports on the Greenways Project and a proposal for a nature playground at River Park. The agenda includes…
County Board to discuss highway facility assessment
The Green County Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes and hear a presentation and discussion on the Highway Facility Project, specifically a facility assessment. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda beyond the minutes approval.
Board of Public Works to approve bids and pay estimates for park, sidewalk, and paving projects
The Wausau Board of Public Works will review and likely approve several contracts and payments related to city infrastructure projects. The meeting includes discussions on timber harvesting, sidewalk repairs, asphalt paving, water treatment plant demolition, and downtown redevelopment. A closed session will address…
Committee to vote on $600K Chicago/Golf road project, salt purchase, permits
The Public Works and Services Committee will consider several items, including a $600,000 road improvement project for Chicago Street and Golf Avenue, a $98.72/ton road salt purchase for winter, and revocable occupancy permits. It will also review contract amendments and final payments for sewer and tuckpointing work…
Committee to review mill/overlay projects, parking lot, CDBG grant
The Public Works & Development Committee is meeting to receive monthly DPW and water/wastewater updates, plus updates on the wastewater treatment plant and lawn mowing enforcement. They will also discuss mill and overlay projects, Mill St. parking lot reconstruction, and a CDBG grant application. No votes are listed…
Youth and Families Commission to discuss youth concerns and e-bike updates
The Sun Prairie Youth and Families Commission is meeting to discuss community concerns with new members, hold an election for Secretary, and hear updates regarding e-bikes and social media KOSA. The commission will also address vacant adult seats and future meeting start times.
Committee to consider solid waste ordinance, transit plan, road agreement, and street light resolutions
The Public Works Committee will discuss and possibly act on an ordinance amending solid waste recycling and disposal rules, approval of the Maritime Metro Transit Development Plan, a state-municipal financial agreement for Waldo Blvd from Fleetwood Drive to I-43, and resolutions for ornamental street lights in three…
Fox Lake discusses 2027 budget, new recreation department, and TID negotiations
The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2027 budget, the founding of a City of Fox Lake Recreation Department, and municipal financing needs. The body will also discuss regulations for E-Bikes and scooters. Three closed sessions are scheduled to negotiate the disposition of municipal lots in TID 2, a…
Council votes on $66,850 Stantec change order and 2027-2031 Capital Plan amendments
The Neenah Common Council will vote on a $66,850 change order for Stantec environmental services at Arrowhead Park, which was previously tabled. The meeting includes the adoption of the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan with 23 proposed amendments, primarily shifting street upgrade projects from 2027 to 2028…
Waukesha committee to weigh no-parking zone on Dopp Street, speed study on River Valley Road
The Building and Grounds Committee will review and possibly act on several traffic-related items, including establishing a no-parking zone on Dopp Street, conducting a speed study on River Valley Road, and rescinding two previously approved sign resolutions. The committee will also consider renaming itself to the…
Council to discuss paving options for private Kope Avenue road
The Oshkosh Common Council may observe and/or participate in a neighborhood meeting about options for potential maintenance and/or paving of the private road Kope Avenue. No formal action will be taken by the Council at this meeting; it is for gathering information and neighborhood discussion.
Committee reviews resurfacing projects and a new bridge in DeSoto
The Crawford County Highway Committee will review routine maintenance agreements and state trunk highway issues. The agenda includes specific projects for resurfacing CTH E and CTH W, as well as a new bridge replacement in the Village of DeSoto. The committee will also process monthly invoices, payrolls, and fund…
Disability Rights Commission to hear transit, emergency planning updates
The Disability Rights Commission is meeting virtually to discuss disability justice training, accessible emergency planning, and transit accessibility. The agenda includes public comment, reports from liaisons, and updates from city departments.
Cornell committee to discuss noise ordinance, road weight limits, budget
The Public Safety & Health Committee is meeting to discuss a noise ordinance, weight limit roads, and the budget. The agenda is brief and does not specify whether these items are for decision or discussion.
City Works Committee to discuss truck parking, weight limits, budget
The City Works Committee is meeting to discuss matters under its jurisdiction, including truck parking, weight limit signs, and the budget. A quorum of the Common Council may be present. The agenda is brief and does not include specific proposals or decisions.
Fort Atkinson Tourism Commission to review Main Street lighting proposal
The Fort Atkinson Tourism Commission is meeting to approve minutes and financials, hear the Tourism Manager's report, and discuss tourism projects. Key items include a Main Street lighting proposal, holiday season planning, and updates on contracts and appointments. The meeting is primarily for discussion and updates…
RDA to consider River Point District land deals, parking pact
The La Crosse Redevelopment Authority is meeting to review monthly financials and project updates, and to consider several actions related to the River Point District, including a snow fence installation cost, a parking and maintenance agreement, a purchase option extension, and land acquisitions. The agenda includes…
Committee to review 2027 budgets and new county ordinances
The Douglas County Public Safety Committee will hear updates from multiple departments, review proposed 2027 budgets for 12 departments, and consider six new ordinances covering parking, phone misuse, computer misuse, loitering, golf carts, and theft. The meeting also includes informational items on Flock Safety…
Broadband Commission to review mission, goals, and BEAD updates
The Lincoln County Broadband Commission will meet to consider updates to its mission, vision, and goals, and receive monthly updates from partners on broadband expansion projects, including BEAD program progress and Charter's RDOF implementation. The meeting will also include public comment and approval of prior…
Transportation Commission reviews University Research Park Phase II plans
The Madison Transportation Commission is meeting virtually to review and provide feedback on public improvement plans for University Research Park Phase II, approve street geometry for S. Whitney Way near Akira Toki Middle School, and consider Metro Transit service changes. The agenda also includes routine items like…
Public Safety Committee to review building study, alcohol license, and traffic concerns
The Stoughton Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss several public safety items, including a presentation on the FGMA Public Safety Building study, a temporary alcohol license for the Chamber Wine Walk, updates to the comprehensive plan for transportation and utilities, and traffic safety concerns on Hoel…
BID board to consider Main Street funding, weed management downtown
The Business Improvement District Board of Directors is meeting to approve prior minutes, consider a second disbursement of 2026 BID funding requested by Main Street, and discuss downtown weed management. The board may make recommendations to the Common Council on the funding request. A Main Street activities update…
Committee to weigh support for truck-size coalition, cooler removal, capital buys
The Public Works Committee will review and possibly approve several items, including supporting the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks, removing two standup coolers from the concession stand, and repairing the exhaust hood in the Community Center kitchen. They will also discuss capital requests for a zero-turn lawn…