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 (12.3)
Newsletter (12.3) stories include: Sean Duffy tapped for US DOT Secretary; Number of new state legislators the highest in more than a decade; DOA report sets the stage for the next budget; Transportation Projects Commission [...]
Thank You 2024 Organizational Sponsors
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.
St. Croix County infrastructure improvement and opportunity awaits funding
There is an incredible opportunity to improve Badlands Road/80th Avenue and create a safe alternative for local and regional traffic. The willingness of multiple jurisdictions to work together shows both the need and the anticipated resulting commercial and residential growth possibilities.
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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WisDOT is looking at potentially increasing passenger rail capacity on various lines by adding trips. Per Amtrak spokesman Marc Magliari: "Raising the number of frequencies doesn’t spread existing usage across more trains, it generally raises demand.”
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A $230K upgrade to Gravel Run Road in Lafayette County will increase the productivity and profitability of farmers and ag producers. Find out how a grant will help improve transportation efficiency: https://ow.ly/xVN450UipAz
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Thank you snowplow drivers across Wisconsin! Today is Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day, when we celebrate the important work of these drivers and show appreciation for their commitment to keeping our roads safe during the winter.
Happy Thanksgiving to all, and safe travels.
Madison's BCycle ridership is hitting record numbers with the expansion of electric bike stations throughout Madison and the surrounding area. BCycle has seen 438K trips so far in 2024, and is on track to break 2023's record of 522K trips.
Madison's BCycle ridership is booming as UW students log thousands of trips
The brand's first fleet of electric bikes and cheap student passes continue to expand a different way to get around the city.
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AAA travel forecast expects records to be set this Thanksgiving holiday travel period; nearly 1.6M Wisconsinites are predicted to travel 50+ miles, the vast majority by car. Similar record travel numbers are also expected at the national level.
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