Dane County Public Works & Transportation Committee Budget Meeting
The committee reviewed several agenda items, including the approval of a software subscription for RevenueVision and various contract change orders for the Election Center construction, the Dane County Landfill site, and the hangar buildings design at the Dane County Regional Airport. The committee also designated a responsible officer for regulatory reporting obligations related to landfills and a Renewable Natural Gas plant, approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Sun Prairie regarding a historical marker, and recommended approval of amendments to the 2027 Capital Budget.
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Dane County Public Works & Transportation Committee Budget Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed several ordinance amendments, including revisions to airport ground transportation fees, customer facility charges, terminal rent, and landing fees; parking fees at the Alliant Energy Center; and landfill fees. The committee also received a presentation on highway project footage and heard a report on change orders under $10,000. Public comment was received on a topic not listed on the agenda, and upcoming future meeting dates for budget amendment discussions were announced.
Jul 21, 2026·Board meeting
Dane County Public Works & Transportation Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee addressed several items including the postponement of a lease authorization with the Employment and Training Association of Dane County, the approval of ordinances amending landfill fees and county highway speed limits, and the awarding of contracts for rental car concessions at the airport. Additionally, the committee approved an agreement for airport master plan updates, a demolition contract for the Ferris Center, foreign-trade subzone designation, an agreement for the operation of the construction and demolition recycling facility, a lease addendum for the District Attorney's office, and donation revenue accounts for the Department of Waste and Renewables. Various construction contract change orders were also approved, including those for the Public Safety Communications facility, the Walking Iron Trail, landfill site engineering, and the jail consolidation project. Discussion items included budget topics and labor contracts.
Jun 1, 2026·Strategic plan
Dane County Strategic Plan 2026
This strategic vision outlines how Dane County plans to address growth, ensure effective, equitable, and fiscally responsible results, and foster stronger coordination within County government. The plan is grounded in collaboration, responsible stewardship, and a commitment to leaving the County stronger. It is guided by "The Dane County Way," which emphasizes good governance, inclusive engagement, sustainable growth, shared prosperity, and responsible stewardship. The strategic focus is defined by four pillars: Community Services Delivery, Economic Development, Justice System Improvement, and Environmental Leadership, all underpinned by fiscal responsibility, to improve outcomes for residents, strengthen communities, and prepare for future growth.
