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.
Revitalize Wisconsin Community Highways
Re-VITAL-ize Wisconsin Community Highways is a statewide effort calling attention to long-overdue road improvements on state highways that run directly through the heart of Wisconsin’s communities. See more on our newly launched Facebook page. Re-VITAL-ize [...]
Latest Newsletter (7.24)
Newsletter (7.24) stories include: 2025-27 budget wraps: what's next?; I-43 North-South upgrade complete; Budget reconciliation bill impacts transportation programs; House passes FY 2026 transportation bill with $4.4B IIJA funding shift; USDOT hosts surface transportation reauthorization [...]
2025-27 Budget Update #2
JFC 2025-27 Budget (July 2025): After Governor Evers and legislative leaders announced a bipartisan budget deal, the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) approved a motion that provides transportation resources for the 2025-27 biennium. [...]
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Upgrades to 900+ Miles of Wisconsin County Forest Roads Will Strengthen Economy
Wisconsin’s county forest roads are vital infrastructure that supports the state’s $4.6 billion forest products industry and $11.2 billion outdoor recreation economy.
Brown County Launches South Bridge Connector to Enhance Transportation Network and Support Local Economy
The South Bridge Connector is a multi-phase, approximately $180 million infrastructure project that will create a new four-lane boulevard and bridge over the Fox River, connecting County Highway F (Scheuring Road) and County Highway GV, with a new interchange at Interstate 41.
$75M air cargo project at MKE expected to drive economic activity
A new multimillion-dollar air cargo facility at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport makes use of the underutilized former 440th Airlift Wing campus, transferred to the airport in 2008.
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.
Jim Griesbach, Marathon County Highway Commissioner, joins TDA Executive Director Debby Jackson on the latest On The Go podcast to discuss highlights from his distinguished three-decade career in transportation and the vital role of professional relationships in the industry.
Throughout the conversation, Jim reflects on significant changes he’s witnessed, including advances in winter highway maintenance technologies, and shares insights about major projects he’s championed, such as the on-going work to relocate the county’s highway department headquarters and shop facilities. He speaks passionately about his commitment to highway worker safety and his efforts to advance related legislation over the years. Jim emphasizes how crucial connections and relationships are within the transportation sector for sharing information and exploring innovative solutions. As he prepares for retirement in September, we extend our best wishes to Jim as he embarks on this new chapter of his life.TDA
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Wisconsin's communities each have their own story, but share common transportation challenges. TDA Exec. Dir. Debby Jackson reflects on Monday's Waterloo visit & why Re-VITAL-ize initiative is critical for keeping our communities connected and thriving.
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Work to expand and rebuild a stretch of I-94 through Milwaukee is set to begin next month. Planned improvements include new lanes and a diverging diamond interchange to improve traffic and safety. https://ow.ly/fi2050Wzlrq
Lake Geneva has been awarded a state grant to install new traffic signals at key intersections. This important project aims to enhance safety for drivers and pedestrians, while improving overall traffic flow throughout the city.
Lake Geneva awarded state grant to install traffic signals near Townline Road and North Edwards...
Lake Geneva to receive state grant to help fund traffic signal installation project near the intersection of Townline Road and North Edwards Boulevard
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TDA ED Debby Jackson joined City of Waterloo mayor, community leaders, business owners & others to tour deteriorating state highways 89 & 19. The group emphasized importance of state highways & local roads for quality of life & success of local businesses.
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EAA AirVenture 2025 wrapped up with a record 704K visitors to the event. That's up 2.6% from last year's previous attendance record of 686K.
The aviation world truly came together in Wisconsin, bringing an estimated $257M economic impact to the region!
EAA AirVenture 2025 sets record for the highest attendance at 704,000
The 2025 EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh broke attendance records with about 704,000 visitors, the highest total on record, according to EAA officials.
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Discover Wisconsin from a unique perspective! Wisconsin’s six ferry lines across the state provide scenic lake and river crossings, and importantly connect communities.
6 Wisconsin ferries offer a variety of experiences, from fun and free to far and fast
Six ferry lines operate in Wisconsin, from the Badger and Lake Express on Lake Michigan to the Merrimac Ferry on the Wisconsin River.
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