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WisDOT has a robust public involvement program working closely with local governments, stakeholders and the public on the Lake Interchange Study. Explore all the ways public involvement is vital in the development of this study.

Public Meetings

Join us throughout the Lake Interchange Study for a variety of public involvement meetings! These events are your chance to stay informed, ask questions and share your feedback.
November 2025
public Involvement meetings

WisDOT invites you to attend open house meetings on the I-794 Lake Interchange Study. The meetings are an opportunity for the public to learn about the latest findings, including traffic analysis, on the Replace in Kind, Freeway Removal and Freeway Improvement alternatives. WisDOT will also present preliminary evaluation criteria based on the purpose and need.

Both venues are transit and wheelchair accessible. If you require auxiliary aid, service or an interpreter, please contact David Pittman, the I-794 Lake Interchange Study Manager, at david.pittman@dot.wi.gov or via the Wisconsin Telecommunication Relay System (dial 711 and request to connect with 262-548-6439) as soon as possible. Please allow time for arrangements by contacting the WisDOT representative at least three working days before the meeting.

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May 2025
public Involvement meetings

WisDOT hosted a public update meeting on May 29, 2025. The meeting was an opportunity for the public to learn the latest on the study, understand the process, preview the defined alternatives and engage with WisDOT staff.

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August 2023
public Involvement meetings

WisDOT hosted the first set of open house style public involvement meetings on August 1 and August 2, 2023. The meetings were an opportunity for the public to understand the study process, learn about the project’s draft purpose and need, and provide input on preliminary design concepts. Materials and exhibits shown at the meetings are available for the public to view.

Both meetings had high public participation and we appreciate the great feedback through one-on-one conversations, interactive engagement activity boards and public meeting comment forms.

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Past Meetings

November 2025
Public Involvement Meeting

WisDOT invites you to attend open house meetings on the I-794 Lake Interchange Study. The meetings are an opportunity for the public to learn about the latest findings, including traffic analysis, on the Replace in Kind, Freeway Removal and Freeway Improvement alternatives. WisDOT will also present preliminary evaluation criteria based on the purpose and need.

Both venues are transit and wheelchair accessible. If you require auxiliary aid, service or an interpreter, please contact David Pittman, the I-794 Lake Interchange Study Manager, at david.pittman@dot.wi.gov or via the Wisconsin Telecommunication Relay System (dial 711 and request to connect with 262-548-6439) as soon as possible. Please allow time for arrangements by contacting the WisDOT representative at least three working days before the meeting.

May 2025
Public Update Meeting

WisDOT hosted a public update meeting on May 29, 2025. The meeting was an opportunity for the public to learn the latest on the study, understand the process, preview the defined alternatives and engage with WisDOT staff.

August 2023
Public Involvement Meetings

WisDOT hosted the first set of open house style public involvement meetings on August 1 and August 2, 2023. The meetings were an opportunity for the public to understand the study process, learn about the project’s draft purpose and need, and provide input on preliminary design concepts. Materials and exhibits shown at the meetings are available for the public to view.

Both meetings had high public participation and we appreciate the great feedback through one-on-one conversations, interactive engagement activity boards and public meeting comment forms.

Advisory Committees

The WisDOT project team presenting an overview of the I-794 Lake Interchange Study and design concepts in front of a group of stakeholders at an Advisory Committee Meeting.
WisDOT has formed Stakeholder and Business Advisory Committees as another way to engage with a variety of people to gather a wide range of perspectives and voices. Representatives of the Stakeholder and Business Advisory Committees include city of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Business Improvement Districts, regional agencies, large employers, multi-tenant office buildings, Chambers of Commerce, hospitality, tourism and entertainment industry, neighborhood associations, community centers, non-profits and educational institutions.

The committee members provide feedback to WisDOT throughout the study process, provide guidance on engagement and share information about the project with their colleagues, community and constituents. WisDOT regularly meets with these key partners as the study advances.

WisDOT conducted a series of interviews with local stakeholders to gather their perspectives regarding their involvement in the Study, the significance of public engagement and feedback, and the corridor's importance to both the community and the region. View the first stakeholder spotlight below.

Local Coordination

WisDOT is closely coordinating with the city of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County to identify opportunities to improve the transportation network and develop solutions for the corridor that will increase community connectivity and enhance activation.

WisDOT has met with numerous local government agency representatives, elected officials and key stakeholders to gather initial feedback on the existing conditions of the Lake Interchange and understand the needs and priorities of the study corridor, which led to the development of the design concepts. During the Concept Development phase, WisDOT engaged with local municipal representatives to review preliminary analyses and stakeholder feedback. This collaboration supported the study’s advancement to the Alternatives Definition phase, where WisDOT identified alternatives and defined their elements. The alternatives include options from each group: No Build, Replace in Kind, Freeway Removal and Freeway Improvement.

Local coordination with municipal representatives, local elected officials and regional transportation agencies will be ongoing throughout the study.
WisDOT project team members and City of Milwaukee representatives reviewing design concepts displayed on roll plots in a meeting.