Secretary Duffy to Discuss Public Transit at Big Brothers Big Sisters' "The Hunt 2025"

Madison, WI – Participants in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County's annual scavenger hunt fundraiser, "The Hunt 2025," will have a unique opportunity to engage in discussions about public transit with a prominent federal official. Joe Colangelo, Chief Executive Officer of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County, announced via social media that U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy will be attending. Colangelo's tweet, dated October 18, 2025, stated, > "The Hunt 2025: come for the culture, stay for the chance to talk public transit with @SecDuffy."

"The Hunt 2025" is a county-wide scavenger hunt and peer-to-peer fundraiser, organized by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County. Scheduled to take place from April 25 to May 18, 2025, the event encourages community exploration through a series of engaging missions. This annual initiative is a vital component of the organization's efforts to raise funds and support its one-to-one mentoring relationships for young people in the community.

U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who was confirmed to his position in January 2025, has made infrastructure investments, efficiency, and safety key pillars of his policy agenda. Duffy has actively pushed for streamlining regulatory processes for transit systems and reallocating federal funding to prioritize the development of reliable transportation infrastructure. Earlier this year, he demonstrated a strong focus on public safety and cleanliness in urban transit, notably addressing issues within the Washington D.C. Metro system.

The Secretary's participation in a local community event like "The Hunt" underscores a growing trend of direct engagement between national policymakers and grassroots initiatives. This interaction offers a platform for local residents and advocacy groups to directly share their perspectives and concerns regarding public transportation. Such dialogues are expected to provide valuable insights for both the community and the Department of Transportation, fostering a better understanding of local transit needs and challenges.