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Talking Fitchburg Headlines 7-2-26
Published: Jul 2, 2026
Free Child Car Seat Clinic and Vehicle Inspection Scheduled for July 14th
A free child car seat clinic and vehicle inspection event will be held on July 14th from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Fitchburg Fire Station #1 (5791 Lacey Road). Pre-registration is required by July 13th via text or phone call to Safe Kids Wisconsin (safekids@uwhealth.org or 608-333-6087). The event, in partnership with multiple organizations, offers free car seats for registered participants, vehicle inspections, child seat installation and inspection by trained technicians, information on child passenger safety, connections to resources, and children's activities. Interpreters who speak Spanish will be on site, making it a bilingual event. [cite: 60-87]
City Hall and Services Closed for Independence Day; Fireworks Ban in Parks; Reduced Metro Transit Service
Fitchburg City Hall, Community Center, Senior Center, and Public Library will be closed on Friday, July 3rd, observing Independence Day. Normal business hours resume on Monday at 8:00 a.m. Fireworks are prohibited in city parks due to safety risks to people, wildlife, park facilities, and natural habitats. Residents are encouraged to attend professional displays instead. Any fireworks that go up or make sound are illegal in Fitchburg parks and the city. Additionally, Metro Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule for Saturday, July 4th, with specific routes available (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, L, O, P, R, and S). Schedules can be found on the travel app or website. [cite: 7-15, 25-47, 49-56]
FACT TV Mobile App Launched
The FACT TV app, which allows users to stay connected with Fitchburg and FACT TV content, went live a few weeks ago. [cite: 124-128]
Public Hearing Scheduled for Proposed Amendments to Capital Improvement Plan
A public hearing will be held on July 28th at 6:30 p.m. at Fitchburg City Hall and virtually for proposed amendments to the 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The Common Council is proposing these amendments, and residents can view the mayor's proposed CIP plan and the amendments on the city's website to provide feedback. [cite: 110-122]
Fitchburg Recreation Department Sells Discount Tickets for Summer Attractions
The Fitchburg Recreation Department is offering discount tickets for summer attractions, including those in the Dells area. Residency in Fitchburg is not required to purchase these tickets, and they are valid for the entire 2026 season. Tickets can be purchased at the Rec Department office at 5510 Lacy Road during specific operating hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., and Fridays, 8:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., excluding holidays like July 3rd. [cite: 88-107]
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