I-94 Expansion Presentation and Q&A Event

This is a joint presentation, hosted by The Oconomowoc Area Chamber of Commerce, Bank Five Nine, and The Waukesha County Business Alliance. Join us for an important conversation on the future of I-94 in western Waukesha County, key to supporting growth for Oconomowoc area businesses as Pabst Farms and Olympia Fields continue to expand.

Topics covered will include:

1. I-94 Expansion is Critical for Economic Growth and Workforce Mobility

The I-94 corridor between Milwaukee and Madison supports 40% of Wisconsin’s economic output.
Major developments and residential/mixed-use projects in Jefferson and Waukesha counties are increasing infrastructure demands.
The current two-lane bottleneck in western Waukesha County leads to congestion, crashes, and slower commutes, impacting workforce access and economic development.

2. Broad and Bipartisan Support for Advancing a Study
Over 20 businesses, economic groups, unions, and stakeholders, along with Waukesha County legislators, have formally requested WisDOT to prioritize a feasibility study for expanding I-94.
A bipartisan group of 12 legislators sent a letter backing the study.
There’s a united front from the public and private sectors advocating for action.

3. Immediate Action Needed to Avoid Long-Term Consequences
The Waukesha County Business Alliance and supporters stress the urgency of the situation, urging WisDOT to include the study in the next Transportation Projects Commission meeting.
Without action, infrastructure will lag behind regional growth, threatening safety, efficiency, and the ability to attract future investment.
Expanding I-94 is framed not just as a transportation project, but a strategic move for long-term statewide prosperity.

This event is free and all are welcome. Light refreshments will be served.

Bank Five Nine Headquarters
155 W Wisconsin Ave
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
4th Floor

Advanced registration is appreciated, but not required.
Registration: https://business.oconomowoc.org/events/details/i-94-expansion-presentation-and-q-a-event-6530

You may also like the following events from Oconomowoc Area Chamber of Commerce:

• Next Friday, 26th September, 05:00 pm, Glow Golf by the Oconomowoc Chamber Foundation in Oconomowoc
• Next month, 2nd October, 08:00 am, Business Over Breakfast with Peggy Olson in Oconomowoc
• Next month, 3rd October, 08:00 am, Women in Business Over Coffee in Oconomowoc

Also check out other Meetups in Oconomowoc.