Wisconsin Department of Transportation

**Department overview** The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) was officially established in 1967 by combining formerly independent agencies and the Department of Motor Vehicles (which included the State Highway Commission, State Aeronautics Commission and State Patrol). WisDOT supports all forms of transportation. The department is responsible for planning, building and maintaining Wisconsin's network of state highways and Interstate highway system. The department shares the costs of building and operating county and local transportation systems - from highways to public transit and other modes. WisDOT plans, promotes and financially supports statewide air, rail and water transportation. The department works closely with other state, federal and local agencies to meet changing and growing travel needs. Transportation impacts everyone and WisDOT is committed to providing the safest, most efficient and highest quality transportation services to best serve the needs of the state, its citizens and many visitors. **Mission** Provide leadership in the development and operation of a safe and efficient transportation system. **Vision** Dedicated people creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. **Values - the WisDOT Idea** Integrity - Building trust and confidence in all our relationships through honesty, commitment and the courage to do what is right. Diversity - Creating an environment, inclusive of all people and opinions, which cultivates opportunities to bring varied perspectives to the work being done and decisions being made. Excellence - Providing quality products and services that exceed our customers’ expectations by being professional and the best in all we do. Accountability - Being individually and collectively responsible for the impact of our actions on resources, the people we serve, and each other.