2020 Census - April update - Complete the Census in April!!

Go here to complete the Census: https://my2020census.gov/

For further information on the Census, see the following: www.fitchburgwi.gov/2020Census, www.2020census.gov, #FitchburgCounts, and #2020Census

Brush Collection

Brush will be picked up between Monday & Saturday, not necessarily on your refuse collection day. Lay brush w/the cut end to the street. To ensure pick up, have your brush at the curb by 6:30 a.m. Monday. Please be patient while crews complete this pi...

City Services During COVID-19

Over the last week we have issued several website newsflashes for closures, cancellations, and operating procedures during this COVID-19 pandemic. We have also been providing the information on social media and through Fitchburg Access Community Televisio...

Fitchburg Utilities Spring Hydrant Flushing - UPDATE

Fitchburg Utilities Spring Hydrant Flushing will start on Monday, April 13, 2020 and will finish on Friday April 24, 2020. Flushing will occur Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Due to the flushing, the water may be temporarily discolored. Dis...

Critical Needs Assessment Form for Older Adults in Need

The Fitchburg Senior Center is committed to keeping our community of older adults safe during the impact of COVID-19. Below is a link to our Critical Needs Assessment Form which can be filled out and submitted on line. If you or someone you know is in nee...

Exempting Utility Late Payment Fees

Fitchburg Utilities is exempting late payment fees until further notice. We recognize that for many of our customers, this is a time of enormous personal and financial stress, so we are working to do what we can to minimize that stress in the days and wee...

Poll Workers Needed for April 7th Election

The City of Fitchburg is calling on residents of Fitchburg willing to serve as poll workers for the April 7 election to replace poll workers who are unable to serve due to age or health concerns from the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.

The City of Fitchburg...

Playgrounds Closing

Effective Wednesday, March 25, 2020, playgrounds in Fitchburg parks are closed until further notice.

Building Inspection Department Contact Information

At this time, Building Inspection direct contact is by appointment only. We are still accepting permit applications, however, we ask for your patience as we work through the processes. If you need to speak to staff, please see contact information below. Y...

Emergency Broadcast System Instituted

The City has instituted its Emergency Broadcast System. During this time the FACTv Community Channel F2 will provide continuous updates and announcements. Below is a list of the media outlets for the COM Ch. F2:

Online:http://factv.fitchburgwi.gov/Cablecas...

Spring Recycling Day Event - CANCELLED

Swan Creek Park Community Garden - Now accepting 2020 gardener applications

As of March 9, 2020, the City of Fitchburg is accepting applications for gardeners in 2020 at the Swan Creek Park Community Garden. Please see the following webpage link or contact for further information:

 http://www.fitchburgwi.gov/2397/Communit...

Assistance Requested from Community Partners

As the COVID-19 Virus threatens the health and wellness of our nation and our community, we are experiencing a shortage in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). To further complicate this issue, our typical supply chain does not have the needed equipment a...

"Safer at Home" Order & COVID-19

On Wednesday, March 25, at 8:00 a.m., a “Safer at Home” order for residents of the State of Wisconsin will go into effect.  In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the order restricts residents to their home or place of residenc...

Crime Prevention & COVID-19

We know your newsfeed is inundated with COVID-19 stories, but we wanted to take a moment to ask you to pass on some important information to our community.

First and foremost, we remain on-duty, ready to serve our community. We’ve taken a number ...

COVID 19: A Message To Our Community

To Our Fitchburg Community,

Like most of you, we are actively monitoring all developments related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. 

We continue to maintain contact with our local, state, and federal partners, and we are working closely with ...

Property Crime Prevention

Property crimes are the most prevalent, as well the most preventable, crimes we respond to. 

•If a door has a lock, use it. This includes the door from your garage to your residence. Keep exterior doors locked even when you are home.

&...

Accident Causes Power Outage

On March 15, at 8:27 P.M., officers from the Fitchburg Police Department were dispatched to an accident in the 6200 block of Nesbitt Road. A preliminary investigation revealed that a sedan was traveling north on Nesbitt Road, left the roadway, then hit a ...

Disturbance Leads to Shot Fired

Incident Type: Shot Fired - 1900 block Pike Drive

Incident Date: 2/17/20

Date of Release: 2/17/20

Case #: 20-2964

Completed By: Sgt. Andrew McCarthy

On Monday, February 17th, 2020 at 8:12 p.m., Officers with the Fitchburg Police Department responded t...

Anton Drive Shooting

Incident Type: Shooting

Location: 5100 Block of Anton Drive

Incident Date: 2/13/20

Date of Release: 2/14/20

Case #: FP20-0002719

Completed By: Lt. Edward Hartwick

A 31 year-old male was shot multiple times while sitting in his car in an apartment complex parkin...

Drug Investigation/Child Neglect/OWI-4600 Crescent Rd

Incident Type: Drug Investigation/Child Neglect/OWI-4600 Crescent Rd

Incident Date: 2/3/20

Date of Release: 2/3/20

Case #: 20-2083

Completed By: Sgt. Pete Johnston

On Monday, February 3rd, 2020, at 7:25 p.m., officers from the Fitchburg Police Departm...

Weapons Violation-Basswood Dr

Incident Type: Weapons Violation-Basswood Dr

Incident Date: 1/23/20

Date of Release: 1/23/20

Case #: 20-1423

Completed By: Sgt. Pete Johnston

On Thursday, January 23rd, 2020, at 8:14 p.m., officers from the Fitchburg Police Department responded to Sub...

Death Investigation

Incident Type: Death Investigation

Incident Date: 1/22/20

Date of Release: 1/22/20

Case #: 20-1345

Completed By: Deputy Chief Matthew Laha

On Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at 12:47pm, officers from the Fitchburg Police Department were sent to the bike p...

Fitchburg Police respond to a Weapons Violation

Incident Type: Weapons Violation

Incident Date: 1/14/20

Date of Release: 1/14/20

Case #: 20-876

Completed By: Sgt. Pete Johnston

On Tuesday, January 14, 2020, at 8:19 p.m., officers from the Fitchburg Police Department responded to the 2000 block of G...

UW Credit Union Robbery

Incident Type: Bank Robbery

Incident Date: 1/09/20

Date of Release: 1/09/20

Case #: 20-576

Completed By: Sgt. Nick Clemens

On Thursday, January 9, 2020, at 5:28 p.m., officers from the Fitchburg Police Department responded to the UW Credit Union at 63...