As a neighbor to and integral part of Wisconsin's vibrant capitol (Madison), with close proximity the University Wisconsin - Madison, the city of Fitchburg offers a progressive, friendly and thriving business climate.
A full service community, Fitchburg has 10 different financial institutions, diverse restaurant and retail options, overnight lodging and state of the art conference facilities. Fitchburg's recreation and entertainment options for the active lifestyle of your employees complete our community's assets
- Centrally located, ten minutes from the State Capitol, University of Wisconsin-Madison, east or west sides of Madison, easy access to HWY's. 12/18, 14, 18/151, Seminole, & County Trks. D, PD, M, MM & Interstates.
- Growing population - 22,000 (Jan. 1, 2007) Avg. Growth 2.1% Per Year, Projected Population in the Year 2015 (24, 058), Second Largest City in Dane County.
- Low Municipal Property Tax Rate — Ranked 154th out of 190 cities according to the Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance for one of the lowest rates.
- Home to Fitchburg Center, Fitchburg Technology Campus and Green Tech Village. Fitchburg also has thriving retail, residential and urban centers.
- Part of the Capital Region Tech Zone
- $52 million of total construction value in 2001, including new buildings, alterations/additions and repairs/maintenance.
- Aa2 bond rating and an almost $1.5 billion tax base.
- Over 600 businesses are located within the City of Fitchburg, home to many of the Top 100 businesses in Dane County as ranked in In Business magazine.
- Tax Increment Finance District
- Large Sites (10 acres +) Available for Development
- Revolving Loan Fund
- Faraday Business Incubator Center
- Updated Land Use Plan with targeted Urban Service Area
- Rail Access
Contact City of Fitchburg's Economic Development Coordinator, Michael Zimmerman
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