Traffic Engineering Name Change
The City of Madison has changed the name of its Traffic Engineering Division within the Department of Transportation to the Mobility & Infrastructure Division.
The new name better reflects the wide range of work the division does to help people move safely and efficiently throughout Madison — whether they walk, bike, take transit, drive or use another way to get around.
What changed? Same high-quality service, new inclusive name.
The division's services, programs, projects and commitment to Madison residents will remain uninterrupted.
What We do
One transportation system, many City teams. Together, these teams help keep Madison moving.
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Mobility & Infrastructure Division (formerly Traffic Engineering)
Part of the Transportation Department, this team plans, designs, and manages how streets and transportation infrastructure work — including pedestrian and bicycle facilities, roadway safety, signals, signs, markings, street lighting, traffic operations, radio/fiber communications, and other transportation infrastructure.
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Metro Transit
Part of the Transportation Department, this team helps ensure streets are designed to support safe, reliable, and accessible public transportation. The team provides input on bus stops and transit lines, manages and operates Madison's public transit system, and provides bus service throughout the community.
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Parking Division
Part of the Transportation Department, this team manages Madison's public parking system that including garages, lots, street meters, on-street permit parking, and parking enforcement. This team provides input on on-street parking, loading areas, accessible parking, parking regulations, and curb use, helping balance parking needs with safe and efficient travel for people walking, biking, taking transit and driving.
Additional City teams that assist with transportation
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Streets and Urban Forestry
This team ensures Madison streets are functional, well maintained, and welcoming places for everyone. The team oversees Madison's street system, refuse collection, and handles snow and ice removal.
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Engineering Division
This team turns transportation plans into safe, functional streets and infrastructure. They help design and oversee the construction of streets, drainage, sidewalks, paths and other public infrastructure to ensure projects serve all transportation users.
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Planning Division
Helps to shape how Madison grows by planning for future neighborhoods, developments, and transportation connections. The team works with a number of City teams and developers to plan the connection and layout of streets, sidewalks, bicycle facilities, and other infrastructure so new areas are safe, accessible and connected to the broader transportation network.
What the public can expect during this change
No service interruptions.
If you currently contact Traffic Engineering to report a problem, request a safety improvement, ask about a traffic signal or sign, or learn about a transportation project, you will continue to receive uninterrupted service from the same City staff.
Services
The programs and services provided by the division remain uninterrupted.
Projects
Current and planned projects will continue moving forward.
Staff
The same people will continue doing the work and serving the community.
How to get help
Existing services and ways to contact the division will continue during the transition. While some contact methods may change, continuity of service will remain a priority throughout the change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Traffic Engineering isn't going away—we are just changing our name to the Mobility & Infrastructure Division. This new name better reflects our job: making sure everyone in Madison can move around safely today, while building better mobility culture and infrastructure for tomorrow.
Timeline
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Name Change Announced Active
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Transition Begins Upcoming
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Continued Communication & Updates Upcoming
Learn More & Find Help
Report a Problem
Report issues with traffic signals, streetlights, signs and other transportation infrastructure.
Request a Safety Improvement
Have a concern or idea that could make a street safer? Submit a request to City staff.
Explore Transportation Projects
Learn about projects happening throughout Madison.
Traffic Safety
Learn more about the City's work to improve safety for people who walk, bike, take transit and drive.
Contact Us
Mobility & Infrastructure Division
215 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Suite 109
Madison, WI 53703
608-266-4761