August 8, 2025
Design Build legislation on track for introduction this fall; WisDOT thanks WTBA for efforts
By Lane Kimble
After years of hard work and negotiations by WTBA staff, its members, consultant partners, and WisDOT, a formal piece of legislation opening the state to Design Build is nearly at hand. WisDOT Assistant Deputy Secretary…
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August 6, 2025
Jim Peterson nominated for ARTBA Board of Directors post
By Lane Kimble
One of the WTBA’s most well known and long-serving members will likely get the chance to continue to serve the industry he loves on a national level. James Peterson Sons, Inc. chairman Jim Peterson is…
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August 6, 2025
I-94 East-West price increases due to utility negotiations, TPC report says
By Lane Kimble
Utility negotiations drove up the anticipated cost of the I-94 East-West Corridor expansion by about $150 million. The project, which will expand about 3 ½ miles of outdated, dangerous, and crowded interstate in Milwaukee County…
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August 5, 2025
Wisconsin resumes accepting EV charging station applications; new due date Sept. 5
By Lane Kimble
Applications are back open for the next round of grants to build out Wisconsin’s electric vehicle charging network, which in turn could bolster the state’s Transportation Fund. WisDOT paused accepting WEVI Round 1.5 grant applications…
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