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Board approves functional classification changes affecting Highways 56 and 82
Summary
Vernon County adopted Resolution 2025‑45 to accept WisDOT‑recommended rural functional classification changes for state Highways 56 and 82; Highway Commissioner Phil Hewitt noted that such classifications influence federal transportation funding eligibility.
The Vernon County Board adopted Resolution 2025‑45, approving WisDOT‑recommended changes to the county’s rural functional classification system affecting Highways 56 and 82.
Highway Commissioner Phil Hewitt presented the resolution, explaining that functional classification determines how roads are categorized for mobility and access and has implications for federal transportation funding eligibility. The motion (Supv Pedretti; seconded Supv Olson) passed with a recorded tally of 17 yes, 1 no (Muller) and 1 absent.
The resolution notes that WisDOT will submit the local approvals to FHWA for final acceptance and that the approved map will be provided to the county after FHWA approval.
