Madison ranks highly as a cutting-edge city
Madison is used to ranking highly on national lists, so it should come as little surprise that it’s been included in a new study of the Top 30 Most Cutting-Edge Metros, according to CommercialCafe.
Transportation
MSN continues to rebound from pandemic
Throughout the peak holiday travel period from November through January, the airport projects an average of about 2,123 flights per month, up from 1,330 flights per month in late 2020 and the first month of 2021.
MKE airport reports record-breaking year for new service
In 2021, air service from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) recorded 20 routes with new or increased service, a record year for the airport.
Chip shortage delays ‘flex lane’ use
A global shortage of software chips and other components associated with the new “flex lanes” on the Beltline highway will delay the use of the lanes until summer.
Biofuel startup makes historic flight
Madison-based Virent, a startup that makes fuel out of plants for cars and airplanes, has recorded a first in aviation history.
Pandemic, supply chain issues further hurt truck driver shortage
Supply chain challenges and the ongoing pandemic have amplified a nationwide truck driver shortage in the trucking industry.
Telework to remain part of Madison’s workplace fabric
Data from the 2021 Greater Madison Telework Survey was published last week, and together with results from a similar June 2020 survey, the results indicate that telework on a part-time, weekly basis will likely remain a significant component of workplace structures into the future in Dane County.
Greater Madison MPO announces $20 million in federal funding for local projects
The Greater Madison Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) has approved more than $20 million in funding for bicycle/pedestrian and roadway projects through the federal Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) – Urban program.
DOT completes I-39/90 project in Dane, Rock counties
A 45-mile interstate project in Dane and Rock counties has been completed, according to a release from Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.
Airline launches daily nonstops from MKE
Spirit Airlines has launched daily nonstops between Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) and Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, and Fort Myers, Florida, and Phoenix, Arizona.
Wisconsin air travel returns to nearly pre-pandemic levels
Wisconsin airports are reporting a return to pre-pandemic traffic levels as the busy holiday season gets underway.
Amendment to change BRT route falls short
Proponents of an alternate route for Madison’s bus rapid transit system fell two votes short Wednesday, as the Madison City Council voted 10–9 in favor of an amendment to the 2022 capital budget.
Madison’s alternate side parking restrictions begin Nov. 15
The city of Madison has announced that alternate side parking restrictions begin at 1 a.m. on Nov. 15, 2021, and they are in effect through March 15, 2022.
Latino Academy to expand workforce training program
The Latino Academy of Workforce Development, in partnership with the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association and the Wisconsin Beverage Association, plans to extend the reach of a successful “wraparound” training model through the Latino Academy Regional Transportation Training Center.
Investors flock to electric truck startup Rivian
In yet another sign that the electric vehicle market is hot and getting hotter, shares of Rivian Automotive Inc., a startup company that manufactures electric pickup trucks, jumped in the company’s initial public offering.
West Washington to reopen
The city of Madison announced that West Washington Avenue will be fully reopened to traffic by 6 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 5.
Wheel tax collections increased 12.1% over past year
For the seventh year in a row, local wheel tax collections marked double-digit growth with a 12.1% increase in the past year.
MSN adds direct service to DC
Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) announced the addition of direct flights to Reagan National Airport (DCA) beginning in November.
DOT to close Beltline ramp Nov. 2
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) announced that the westbound ramp from the southbound lane of I-39/90 will be closed for over a day beginning Tuesday, Nov. 2, at 2 a.m.
Fed study: Madison critical for high-speed rail
As the Federal Railroad Administration studies the long-term plan for high-speed rail service between Chicago and the Twin Cities, Madison and Milwaukee are emerging as critical markets.
