It’s how we get there
From the buses in Racine to the Port of Green Bay to the rail lines in Superior to the Waukesha County Airport to the roads we use every day, Wisconsin’s transportation network is the key to connecting goods to market and people to jobs.
Founded in 1971, the Transportation Development Association of Wisconsin promotes the vitality and safety of the state’s transportation system, including public transit systems, public-use airports, railroads, commercial ports, and roads.
TDA Annual Meeting 2024 – Presentations and Photos
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the recent TDA Annual Meeting. We appreciate your support! Below are the presentations, a message from WisDOT Secretary Boardman, and photos from the Annual Meeting and [...]
2024 Regional Transportation Roundtables Recap
This month, TDA held four roundtables in La Crosse, Eau Claire, Mosinee, and the Green Bay area. Lawmakers and candidates joined transportation stakeholders to discuss our progress and ongoing challenges as we work toward [...]
Latest Newsletter (10.31)
Newsletter (10.31) stories include: TDA annual meeting charts the course; TDA presents Craig Thompson with Transportation Service Award; New WisDOT Deputy Secretary appointed; Borealis line raches 100,000 riders in first five months; Wisconsin receives discretionary [...]
Thank You 2024 Organizational Sponsors
Highlighting how transportation keeps Wisconsin moving
Collaboration and earmarks move up Watertown Main Street Bridge replacement
The new bridge will facilitate better transportation and connectivity within the city and provide easier access to businesses and services on both sides of the river.
LRIP strengthens Taylor County’s logging industry
Over the last five years, the county has spent over $1 million on pavement preservation in and around the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, and with a little more help, the county can further preserve these roadways for decades to come.
Town of Sylvester road improvement to increase Ag transportation efficiency
Improving Ladwig Road in the Town of Sylvester (Green County) will benefit local farmers and town residents.
Conversations, news and legislative updates. We promote the vitality and safety of Wisconsin’s transportation system, including highways, public transit systems, public-use and general aviation airports, railroads, commercial ports, and roads.
Secretary Thompson joined the TDA On The Go Podcast as he wrapped up his time at the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Thompson and TDA Executive Director Debby Jackson discussed his bittersweet thoughts on leaving WisDOT, the team’s accomplishments, and what still needs to be tackled. The two also talked about Wisconsin’s unique transportation community and how its uniqueness is a key to its success. Finally, Thompson explained why he is so excited about his new endeavor at the University of Madison.
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$72.8M in fed funding has been approved for Muskego Yard Bypass Project via FRA's CRISI Program, which is expected to support new passenger rail routes in WI, increase trip frequencies of Amtrak's Hiawatha Service & help boost freight rail capacity.
Nearly $73 million approved for better Amtrak service between Milwaukee and Chicago
Amtrak service between Milwaukee and Chicago could be improved under $73 million in federal funding.
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2024 TDA Transportation Roundtables are complete. “During this time of somewhat divisive politics, it’s great to get a bunch of people in the room to talk about transportation – something we all rely on every day,” shared Debby Jackson, TDA's Exec. Dir.
Transportation experts meet at CWA to discuss successes and future plans
MOSINEE, Wis. (WJFW) – Local officials and transportation industry experts gathered at Central Wisconsin Airport in ...
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Amtrak's new Borealis line recently hit a milestone: 100K+ passengers in first 22 weeks of service. The line connects Milwaukee with the Twin Cities and Chicago with eight stops in Wisconsin, and averages about 650 riders per day.
New Amtrak Borealis train connecting Milwaukee to Twin Cities has 100,000 riders in first five...
The Amtrak Borealis line, connecting Milwaukee to Chicago and the Twin Cities, debuted May 21.
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US DOT has issued $4.2B for major transpo projects; WI to receive $12.5M to help replace 2 rest areas in Manitowoc Co. Funds come through 2 discretionary grant programs: National Infrastructure Project Assistance & Infrastructure for Rebuilding America.
AASHTO Journal - USDOT Awards $4.2B to Major Transportation Projects
The U.S. Department of Transportation recently issued $4.2 billion to 44 major transportation projects across the coun...
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The project between Appleton & De Pere is progressing well. Gov. Evers shared: "We're investing in jobs & local economic opportunities, improving the flow of business and industry, making it easier to get to work and most importantly improving safety."
WisDOT celebrates progress on I-41 and Southbridge Road project
Interstate construction will begin in 2025 with two lanes open in each direction during daytime hours.
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Thank you speakers, sponsors, & participants at TDA's Annual Meeting. From a reception to honor Craig Thompson, to the traditional "passing of the gavel" plus many important transportation discussions, we are truly "Charting the Course" for the future of transportation in WI.
