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 Fly-in April 2, 3: Book Travel Now, Register
April is a lovely time to be in DC, and the Senate and the House are both in session. It is also a popular time, and hotel rates will likely increase. So, if you [...]
TDA 2025 Sponsorship Opportunities
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Latest Newsletter (12.20)
Newsletter (12.20) stories include: TPC advances two projects, including I-39/90/94; Report points out ongoing transportation funding challenges; Legislative leaders announce committee assignments, JFC takes shape; Congress races to pass CR to avoid government shutdown; TDA [...]
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Highlighting how transportation keeps Wisconsin moving
Village of DeForest receives $1.5M TEA grant to support new Kwik Trip distribution center
Kwik Trip is building its second Wisconsin distribution center in DeForest (Dane County). When completed, the new 280,000-square-foot distribution center will service 350 Kwik Trip stores and include freezer, cooler, and dry goods space.
Federal grant helps long-planned Muskego Freight Rail Yard Bypass Project move forward
A new double-track mainline through Muskego Yard will separate freight trains from passenger traffic along Milwaukee’s Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Railway corridor.
Unexpected closure of Waukesha County bridge highlights the need for timely investment
The Village of Oconomowoc Lake (Waukesha County) bridge that carries East Wisconsin Avenue over the Oconomowoc River was unexpectedly closed in October 2024 by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).
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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Milwaukee Co will use $226K federal Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality grant to fill missing link between Beerline Trail and planned 20th Street Trail; will expand area's off-street, paved trail network serving cyclists, pedestrians, outdoor enthusiasts.
Trail Extension Will Link Downtown With Planned 20th Street Trail
Latest trail extension part of Interstate 43 reconstruction.
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In Waukesha County, an unexpected bridge closure highlights the need for timely investment in aging bridges to keep Wisconsinites safe and traffic flow moving. Find out more in this #TDASpotlight. https://ow.ly/S63Q50UESG7
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The state's first 3 federally funded EV charging stations have opened at Kwik Trips in Ashland, Menomonie, Chippewa Falls. These are among the 53 charging projects across WI that are part of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program.
1st of $23M in EV chargers in Wisconsin open at Kwik Trip stations
The stations are part of 53 projects costing $23 million that were announced in May in the state as part of ...
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WI State Patrol Law of the Month focuses on safe winter driving. From Oct '23-May '24, there were 11,000+ winter-related crashes & 2,000+ injuries in WI.
Allow extra travel time and give even more space to others if you must drive in wintery conditions. https://ow.ly/RB4T50UzWEH
WisDOT to receive $300K to expand Hwy Construction Skills Training into northern WI by developing Hwy Construction Workforce Partnership workgroup, which will recruit, train, & place individuals in hwy construction workforce to support important projects.
AASHTO Journal - Six State DOTs Receive FHWA Workforce Training Grants
The Federal Highway Administration recently issued $4.2 million in grants via its Highway Construction Training Program ...
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Madison's new bus rapid transit (BRT) system launched in September and is off to a solid start, with reports of strong ridership. More changes are coming in 2025, with possible new routes to be added in the future.
More changes ahead for Madison bus system after 2024 overhaul
Riders will be able to tap a credit card or phone to pay on any bus beginning next spring.
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