Communications
The city utilizes a variety of both traditional and nontraditional communication tools to reach its many stakeholders, from residents and business owners to developers and visitors. Explore options below to find the way that works best for you to learn more about what's going on in Fitchburg.
Fitchburg Connect - The City's Monthly Newsletter
Subscribe to Fitchburg Connect
The City of Fitchburg is launching Fitchburg Connect, a new monthly newsletter created to help residents, businesses, and community members stay informed and engaged.
Fitchburg Connect will highlight:
- City news and updates
- Upcoming events and meetings
- Major projects and initiatives
- Helpful resources and services
Previous Newsletters
Digital Communications
Fitchburg Connect - City of Fitchburg Monthly Newsletter The City of Fitchburg is launching Fitchburg Connect, a new monthly newsletter created to help residents, businesses, and community members stay informed and engaged.
Archives - Search our archives to view past news stories & information you might have missed.
Current News - View recent news and information published through our website Newsflash feature.
Calendar - View various calendars for upcoming community events and government meetings.
Notify Me - Sign up for email or text notifications on a variety of topics.
Fitchburg Access Community Television - FACTv
Your local source for community news and event coverage along with access to government meetings.
Did you miss one of our city meetings? FACTv has you covered with all of the current city meetings, on demand, available on the video on demand (VOD) page.
Social Media Platforms
Follow us on social media! Many of our departments utilize social media to share information, updates, and stories. Here is a list of departments that maintain social media pages related to their work and services, along with links.
Fitchburg Access Community Television - FACTv
Fitchburg Recreation Department
Fitchburg Economic Development Department
Nextdoor
X (formerly Twitter)
YouTube
Emergency Communications
Sign up for Emergency Alerts from Dane County
You can sign up to receive emergency notification by text, Email or both. Signing up will enable county and local officials to alert you about potentially life-threatening public safety emergencies in your community. Residents and visitors who sign up may be contacted through this system on behalf of local authorities with information about emergencies like:
- Armed person/active shooter
- Hazardous materials incidents
- Gas leaks
- Missing persons
- Evacuation or shelter in place orders
You can also sign up to receive text and Email messages for notification of severe weather Watches and Warnings issued by the National Weather Service.
How the City Communicates
Download and or print our guide to all of the City's communication tools.