Yang Tao, Director of Traffic Engineering

Traffic Engineering

Beginning Monday morning, November 24, the John Nolen Drive Reconstruction Project will transition into Stage 2.

John Nolen Drive will see ongoing construction for the next few years.

A Street Occupancy Permit is needed when your project requires materials or machinery to be on or over: streets, sidewalks, alleys, or public grounds

Current openings to join Traffic Engineering & other City agencies!

Learn about projects happening throughout the Madison area.

Dedeanna “Dede” Jones, one of our Crossing Guards, is featured in the Department of Public Instruction's recent article.

Women in Construction Week 2026 Stories Ahead posted February 27, 2026
The City of Madison is proud to join the nationally recognized Women in Construction Week, March 1-7, 2026.  
Lane Reduction on University Avenue Starting Monday, March 2 posted February 25, 2026
Starting 7:00 am on Monday, March 2nd, R. G Huston will begin the first phase of construction on Hawthorne Court. This project will be completed in multiple phases and will impact University Avenue, N. Lake Street, and W. Dayton Street during…
Temporary Closure of Midland Street for Equipment Removal posted February 24, 2026
On Saturday, February 28, from 7 am to 9 am, Ideal Crane will close Midland Street, between Fish Hatchery Road and South Street, for equipment removal at 1211 Fish Hatchery Road. Pedestrian access will remain open on the north side of Midland…