Public meeting Feb. 16 for future development along WIS 77 and WIS 35 in Burnett County

February 3, 2009

Meeting to focus on ongoing and development potential in the town of Danbury

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Northwest Region in Eau Claire is announcing a public information meeting to consider long-term recommendations for possible improvements to WIS 35/77 through Danbury. The meeting is scheduled from 5 - 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 16, 2009 at the Town of Swiss Town Hall, 7551 Main Street, Danbury. A short presentation will be held at 5:30 p.m.

WisDOT has contracted with the Northwest Regional Planning Commission to provide an update to the transportation element of the Town of Swiss Comprehensive Plan that would help provide long-term recommendations for possible improvements to the highways. WisDOT has been working cooperatively with the town, Burnett County and the St. Croix Band of Lake Superior Chippewa to produce a long-range plan that meets the transportation needs of the various government entities and public, enhances the Danbury community in a way that is sensitive to the cultural and historic nature of the area and provides a blueprint for future economic development.

The public is encouraged to attend the meeting, provide input and ask questions concerning this plan. WisDOT representatives will be available to discuss the plan on an individual basis.

If you are unable to attend the meeting, or would like more information, contact regional planner Brent Pickard at (715) 836-4623. Citizens who are hearing-impaired and who require an interpreter may request one by contacting Brent Pickard at least three working days prior to the meeting via the Wisconsin Telecommunications Relay System (dial 711).

For more information, contact:
Chris Ouellette, Regional Communications Manager
(715) 833-9814, chris.ouellette@dot.state.wi.us