Dane County  
Minutes - Final Unless Amended by  
Committee  
Public Works & Transportation Committee  
Consider:  
Who benefits? Who is burdened?  
Who does not have a voice at the table?  
How can policymakers mitigate unintended consequences?  
This meeting is being conducted on land now known and recognized as Dane County, Wisconsin. We  
acknowledge that this land is at the same time the ancestral, traditional, & contemporary land of the  
Ho-Chunk, Sauk & Kickapoo nations.  
Tuesday, July 21, 2026  
5:30 PM  
HYBRID: In person at the Alliant Energy Center,  
Administration and Public Works Building, 1919 Alliant  
Energy Center Way, Madison, WI; attend virtually via  
Zoom.  
A. Call To Order  
Chair Engelberger called the Meeting to order at 5:31 P.M.  
STAFF PRESENT: Todd Draper, Steve Richards, John Welch,Kevin Scheibler,  
Mark Papko,Clement Abongwa, Caleb Frostman, Alex DeSmidt, Amanda  
DePagter, Nick Bubb, Ismael Ozanne, Kelly Breunig, Min Diaz  
Vice Chair Boetcher arrived at 5:32 PM after the Consideration of Minutes.  
4 - MICHAEL ENGELBERGER, COLIN BARUSHOK, DAVID BOETCHER and  
JERRY BOLLIG  
Present:  
Excused:  
1 - ANALIESE EICHER  
B. Consideration of Minutes  
MINUTES FROM THE JUNE 30th, 2026 PUBLIC WORKS &  
1.  
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE MEETING  
Attachments:  
A motion was made by BOLLIG, seconded by BARUSHOK, that the Minutes be  
approved. The motion carried by a voice vote 3-0.  
C. Fund Transfers  
None  
D. Referrals (Resolutions & Ordinance Amendments)  
AUTHORIZING LEASE WITH EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING  
ASSOCIATION OF DANE COUNTY, INC. FOR SPACE AT THE DANE  
COUNTY JOB CENTER  
1.  
Sponsors: WEGLEITNER, BARUSHOK and ENGELBERGER  
Attachments:  
A motion was made by BOLLIG, seconded by BOETCHER, that the Resolution be  
postponed to the Public Works & Transportation Committee, due back by  
8/18/2026 The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
2.  
AMENDING CHAPTER 41 OF THE DANE COUNTY CODE OF  
ORDINANCES, REVISING LANDFILL FEES  
Sponsors: ENGELBERGER  
Attachments:  
John Welch spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BARUSHOK, seconded by BOLLIG, that the Ordinance be  
recommended for approval. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
AMENDING CHAPTER 69 OF THE DANE COUNTY CODE OF  
ORDINANCES, ADJUSTING SPEED LIMITS ON COUNTY HIGHWAYS  
3.  
Sponsors: ENGELBERGER  
Attachments:  
Clement Abongwa spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BARUSHOK, seconded by BOLLIG, that the Ordinance be  
recommended for approval. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
AWARD OF CONTRACTS FOR NON-EXCLUSIVE RENTAL CAR  
CONCESSION AGREEMENTS AT THE DANE COUNTY REGIONAL  
AIRPORT  
4.  
Sponsors: ENGELBERGER  
Attachments:  
Mark Papko spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BARUSHOK, seconded by BOLLIG, that the Resolution be  
recommended for approval. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
AWARD OF AGREEMENT FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE AIRPORT MASTER  
PLAN & LAYOUT PLAN UPDATES AT 4000 INTERNATIONAL LANE,  
MADISON, WI. CONSULTANT: SHORT ELLIOTT HENDRICKSON INC.  
5.  
Sponsors: ENGELBERGER  
Attachments:  
Mark Papko spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BOLLIG, seconded by BARUSHOK, that the Resolution be  
recommended for approval. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR DEMOLITION OF THE FERRIS CENTER AT  
2120 RIMROCK RD., MADISON, WI. CONTRACTOR: SPEEDWAY SAND &  
GRAVEL INC  
6.  
Sponsors:  
ENGELBERGER  
Attachments:  
Todd Draper spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BOLLIG, seconded by BARUSHOK, that the Resolution be  
recommended for approval. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION AND SUBMITTAL OF A REQUEST FOR  
7.  
APPROVAL OF AN APPLICATION FOR FOREIGN-TRADE SUBZONE  
DESIGNATION  
FTZ NO. 266  
Sponsors: ENGELBERGER and RYLANDER  
Attachments:  
Mark Papko spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BARUSHOK, seconded by BOLLIG, that the Resolution be  
recommended for approval. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
AWARD OF AGREEMENT FOR OPERATION OF THE DANE COUNTY  
CONSTRUCTION & DEMOLITION RECYCLING FACILITY  
8.  
Sponsors: ENGELBERGER  
Attachments:  
John Welch spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BOETCHER, seconded by BARUSHOK, that the  
Resolution Requiring 2/3rds Vote be recommended for approval. The motion  
carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
APPROVING A LEASE ADDENDUM FOR DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE  
AT TOMMY G. THOMPSON BUILDING  
9.  
Sponsors: ENGELBERGER  
Attachments:  
Ismael Ozanne spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BARUSHOK, seconded by BOLLIG, that the Resolution be  
recommended for approval. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
AUTHORIZATION TO ESTABLISH DANE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF  
WASTE AND RENEWABLES DONATION REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE  
ACCOUNTS  
10.  
Sponsors: ENGELBERGER and RITT  
Attachments:  
John Welch spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BARUSHOK, seconded by BOLLIG, that the Resolution  
Requiring 2/3rds Vote be recommended for approval. The motion carried by a  
voice vote 4-0.  
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER #53 FOR THE PSC NEW FACILITY  
CONSTRUCTION; 8301 LUDS LN., MADISON, WI. CONTRACTOR: VOGEL  
BROS. BUILDING CO  
11.  
Sponsors: ENGELBERGER  
Attachments:  
Todd Draper spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BARUSHOK, seconded by BOLLIG, that the Resolution be  
recommended for approval. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
E. Items Requiring Committee Action  
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER #07 FOR THE WALKING IRON TRAIL  
1.  
PHASE 1 CONSTRUCTION; 6715 CTH 78, MAZOMANIE, WI.  
CONTRACTOR: ZENITH TECH INC  
Attachments:  
Todd Draper spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BOLLIG, seconded by BARUSHOK, that the Action Item  
be approved. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
AGREEMENT CHANGE ORDER #08 FOR THE ENGINEERING DESIGN  
AND PERMITTING WORK AT LANDFILL SITE NO . 3 ; 4402 BRANDT RD.,  
MADISON, WI. CONSULTANT: SCS ENGINEERS, INC.  
2.  
Attachments:  
John Welch spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BOLLIG, seconded by BARUSHOK, that the Action Item  
be approved. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER #246 FOR THE JAIL CONSOLIDATION  
PROJECT- 115 W. DOTY ST., MADISON, WI. CONTRACTOR: MIRON  
CONSTRUCTION CO.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
Attachments:  
Steve Richards spoke on this agenda item.  
Nick Davies registered in opposition of this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BARUSHOK, seconded by BOLLIG, that the Action Item  
be approved. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER #247 FOR THE JAIL CONSOLIDATION  
PROJECT- 115 W. DOTY ST., MADISON, WI. CONTRACTOR: MIRON  
CONSTRUCTION CO.  
Attachments:  
Steve Richards spoke on this agenda item.  
Nick Davies registered in opposition of this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BOLLIG, seconded by BARUSHOK, that the Action Item  
be approved. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER #248 FOR THE JAIL CONSOLIDATION  
PROJECT- 115 W. DOTY ST., MADISON, WI. CONTRACTOR: MIRON  
CONSTRUCTION CO.  
Attachments:  
Steve Richards spoke on this agenda item.  
Nick Davies registered in opposition of this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BARUSHOK, seconded by BOLLIG, that the Action Item  
be approved. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER #249 FOR THE JAIL CONSOLIDATION  
PROJECT- 115 W. DOTY ST., MADISON, WI. CONTRACTOR: MIRON  
CONSTRUCTION CO.  
Attachments:  
Steve Richards spoke on this agenda item.  
Nick Davies registered in opposition of this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BOLLIG, seconded by BARUSHOK, that the Action Item  
be approved. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER #50 FOR THE PSC NEW FACILITY  
CONSTRUCTION; 8301 LUDS LN., MADISON, WI. CONTRACTOR: VOGEL  
BROS. BUILDING CO  
Attachments:  
Todd Draper spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BOLLIG, seconded by BARUSHOK, that the Action Item  
be approved. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER #52 FOR THE PSC NEW FACILITY  
CONSTRUCTION; 8301 LUDS LN., MADISON, WI. CONTRACTOR: VOGEL  
BROS. BUILDING CO  
8.  
Attachments:  
Todd Draper spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BOLLIG, seconded by BARUSHOK, that the Action Item  
be approved. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER #54 FOR THE PSC NEW FACILITY  
CONSTRUCTION; 8301 LUDS LN., MADISON, WI. CONTRACTOR: VOGEL  
BROS. BUILDING CO  
9.  
Attachments:  
Todd Draper spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BARUSHOK, seconded by BOLLIG, that the Action Item  
be approved. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER #55 FOR THE PSC NEW FACILITY  
CONSTRUCTION; 8301 LUDS LN., MADISON, WI. CONTRACTOR: VOGEL  
BROS. BUILDING CO  
10.  
Attachments:  
Todd Draper spoke on this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BARUSHOK, seconded by BOLLIG, that the Action Item  
be approved. The motion carried by a voice vote 3-0.  
Absent for Vote: BOETCHER  
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER #250 FOR THE JAIL CONSOLIDATION  
PROJECT- 115 W. DOTY ST., MADISON, WI. CONTRACTOR: MIRON  
CONSTRUCTION CO.  
11.  
Attachments:  
Steve Richards spoke on this agenda item.  
Nick Davies registered in opposition of this agenda item.  
A motion was made by BARUSHOK, seconded by BOLLIG, that the Action Item  
be approved. The motion carried by a voice vote 4-0.  
F. Presentations & Discussion Items  
PUBLIC WORKS & TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE TOPICS RELATING  
TO BUDGET  
1.  
Chair Engelberger advised that updated labor contract information received  
from the Department of Administration had been distributed to committee  
members for initial review and would be discussed at a future committee  
meeting. Vice Chair Boetcher discussed the potential impact of budget  
reductions on smaller departments, noting that across-the-board cuts could  
disproportionately affect staffing levels. Committee discussion also included  
opportunities for greater collaboration and sharing of work across departments  
based on employee skills and operational needs. No action was taken.  
This agenda item was referred to the Public Works & Transportation Committee  
due back on 8/18/2026  
G. Reports to Committee  
Todd Draper and Steve Richards reported on Change Orders Under $10k.  
H. Future Meeting Items and Dates  
The next Public Works & Transportation Committee Meeting will be held on  
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.  
This will be an in person hybrid meeting that will be held at the Alliant Energy  
Center- Administration & Public Works Building, 1919 Alliant Energy Center  
Way, Madison, WI, in the large conference room.  
I. Public Comment on Items not on the Agenda  
NONE  
J. Such Other Business as Allowed by Law  
NONE  
K. Adjourn  
A motion was made by BOLLIG at 6:49 P.M., seconded by BARUSHOK, that the  
Meeting be adjourned. The motion carried unanimously.  
Minutes respectfully submitted by Min Diaz, pending PWT Committee Approval.