Horicon public meetings in 2025

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a feasibility study for a Rock River pedestrian crossing and act on interim financing for a sewerage system revenue bond. The body will also vote on residency policies for city personnel and various EMS-related agreements and appointments.

• Rock River Pedestrian Crossing Feasibility Study presentation by MSA Professional Services
• Ordinance 2025-23 to repeal and replace residency policies for Fire Department, EMS, and DPW
• Interim financing for Sewerage System Revenue Bond and General Obligation Note
• December 2025 bills totaling $776,596.48
• Agreement with Dodge County Community Development Grant Program

Common Council

The Horicon Common Council will meet on Dec. 23, 2025 to act on several items, including a closed‑session discussion of a public‑property sale and developer agreement. The agenda also includes a feasibility study for a Rock River pedestrian crossing, a proposed ordinance changing fire‑department and EMS residency rules, and interim financing for a sewerage system bond. Additional actions involve writing off ambulance invoices, approving EMS coordinator pay, and adopting the 2025 senior‑dining agreement.

• Presentation of Rock River Pedestrian Crossing Feasibility Study by MSA Professional Services
• Ordinance 2025-23 to repeal and replace fire department membership and EMS residency requirements
• Interim financing for Sewerage System Revenue Bond and General Obligation Note
• Write‑off of ambulance invoices and corresponding interest
• Closed‑session to consider sale of public property and terms of a developer agreement (Wis. Stat 19.85(1)e)

The Common Council adopted Ordinance 2025-23, prohibiting residency requirements for all city employees, including EMS and fire personnel. The council also approved financing measures, several service agreements, and appointments, and moved to a closed session to discuss a public‑property sale. All motions passed with unanimous AYE votes.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-23 prohibiting residency requirements (All voting AYE)
• Awarded General Obligation Note to Horicon Bank for $712,320 and interim financing to Bank of Alma for $8,000,000 (All voting AYE)
• Authorized write‑off of ambulance bills $4,836.55 and interest $137.04 (All voting AYE)
• Approved Fire & Rescue Advanced Life Support Agreement with City of Hartford (All voting AYE)
• Approved 2026 Senior Dining Program agreement with Dodge County Human Services and Health Department (All voting AYE)
• Approved Mayor’s appointments of Election Officials for 2026‑2027 (All voting AYE)
• Approved December 2025 bills totaling $776,596.48 (All voting AYE)
• Adjourned into closed session to consider sale of public property (All voting AYE)

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Personnel & Finance Committee will discuss interim financing for the Wastewater Treatment Plant project and General Obligation notes. The body is also reviewing several updated city policies and an ordinance regarding residency requirements for city personnel.

• Approval of $8,000,000 Sewerage System Revenue Bond Anticipation Note
• Approval of General Obligation (GO) Notes
• Ordinance 2025-23 to repeal and replace residency policies for Fire, EMS, and DPW
• Updated policies for Purchasing, Credit Cards, Budget Appropriation, Vacation, and Compensatory Time
• Agreement for Senior Dining Program with Dodge County Services and Health Department

The Personnel & Finance Committee approved the Sewerage System Revenue Bond and recommended award of GO and revenue notes to banks. It also approved ambulance write‑offs, a fire‑rescue agreement, EMS coordinator pay, a senior dining program agreement, and November payables. The purchase of a two‑person Peninsula Workstation for EMS was rejected. The committee then adjourned into closed session.

• Approved Sewerage System Revenue Bond (all voting Aye)
• Recommended award of 2025A GO Notes to Horicon Bank and 2025B Sewage System Revenue Anticipation Note to Bank of Alma (all voting Aye)
• Approved 2025 Ambulance Write‑Offs of $2,934.82 (all voting Aye)
• Approved Hartford Fire & Rescue Advanced Life Support Agreement (all voting Aye)
• Approved EMS Interim Coordinator and Assistant Coordinator pay (all voting Aye)
• Approved 2026 Senior Dining Program Agreement with Dodge County Services and Health Department (all voting Aye)
• Rejected purchase of 2‑person Peninsula Workstation for EMS (Bandsma Aye; Frami and Schmitz Nay)
• Approved November 2025 payables of $766,596.48 (all voting Aye)

Park & Recreation Board

The Horicon Park & Recreation Board meeting will review the Parks Report, Recreation Report, Aquatic Center Report, and updates from Friends of Horicon Parks and the 2026 Park Plan. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda. Public appearances are limited to three minutes per individual. The board will also set the date for its next meeting.

• Parks Report
• Recreation Report
• Aquatic Center Report
• Friends of Horicon Parks Update
• 2026 Park Plan Update

The Park & Recreation Board unanimously approved the minutes from the November 7, 2025 meeting. The board also set the next meeting for January 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. and unanimously adjourned the December 15 session.

• Approved November 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 13, 2026, 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Exploratory Joint Fire/EMS Committee

The Exploratory Joint Fire/EMS Committee will meet on Dec 9, 2025 to review existing fire and emergency medical service ordinances. Members will discuss how often the committee should meet and decide the date of the next meeting. No other matters are listed on the agenda.

• Review of current fire/EMS ordinances
• Discussion of meeting frequency
• Set next meeting date

The Exploratory Joint Fire/EMS Committee approved holding meetings monthly. It set the next meeting for Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Set meeting frequency to monthly (voice vote)
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will discuss pedestrian safety, updates from the police, emergency management, EMS, fire departments, regulations for electric bikes, scooters and personal assistive mobility devices, direct seller licensing, and liquor operator or retailer licenses. The meeting will also set the next meeting date and adjourn.

• Pedestrian Safety
• Police Department Update
• Emergency Management Update
• Electric Bikes, Scooters, and EMAMDS discussion
• Chapter 266 Direct Sellers licensing

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved the November 11, 2025 minutes, set the next meeting for January 13, 2026, and adjourned. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved November 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for Jan 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Horicon Public Library Board will review its financial and director reports and discuss updates to Hoopla patron eligibility. It will adopt a policy update covering emergency library closures and an emergency pocket plan. The board will also decide on disposing a bench in the teen area and address a job posting for the retiring director.

• Hoopla eligible Patron Restrictions - Update
• Policy Update – Emergency Closing and Emergency Pocket Plan
• Employee Holiday Appreciation Gift
• Dispose of Library Property – Bench in Teen Area
• Job Posting Due to Retirement - Director

The Horicon Public Library Board approved the prior meeting minutes and the November 2025 financial reports, including transaction, account and petty‑cash balances. It authorized payment of December 2025 bills up to $6.000.00 and adopted updated Emergency Closing Policies and a Pocket Response Plan. The board also approved holiday appreciation gift cards for staff, disposal of a YA‑area bench, and a job posting for the Library Director with a subcommittee to review the position.

• Approved November 10, 2025 Board meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved November 2025 transaction and account balances (motion carried)
• Approved November 2025 petty cash balances (motion carried)
• Approved payment of December 2025 bills not to exceed $6.000.00 (motion carried)
• Approved updated Emergency Closing Policies and Pocket Response Plan (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of seven $100 Amazon holiday appreciation gift cards for employees (motion carried)
• Authorized Director to dispose of the bench from the YA area (motion carried)
• Approved posting of Library Director in‑house position and created a subcommittee (Kris Ries, Kathy Galvin, Lisa Bischoff) to review the job description (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The Horicon Plan Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision. No other governmental body will take action at this time.

Public Works & Development Committee

The committee will receive monthly updates on the Department of Public Works and the city’s water and wastewater systems. A discussion will be held on the maintenance of the local bike trail. No formal actions are scheduled beyond routine items such as setting the next meeting date.

• DPW and water/wastewater monthly updates
• Bike trail maintenance discussion
• Public appearances (3‑minute limit per speaker)

The Public Works & Development Committee approved the October 02, 2025 minutes with all members voting aye. The committee set the next meeting for Thursday, January 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the DPW Conference Room. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Approved October 02, 2025 minutes (all aye)
• Set next meeting date for Jan 8, 2025, 6:00 p.m. at DPW Conference Room
• Adjourned meeting (all aye)

Common Council

The Horicon Common Council will vote on Ordinance No. 2025-22, which adopts the 2026 city budget and the 2025 tax levy. A public hearing on the 2026 budget is scheduled, and the council will consider several financing agreements, including a wastewater treatment facility upgrade and clean water fund administration. Additional items include a budget transfer for ballistic vests and various committee reports.

• Act on Ordinance No. 2025-22 adopting the 2026 budget and 2025 tax levy
• Act on Notice of Award for 2025 Wastewater Treatment Facility Upgrade
• Act on Professional Services Agreement with MSA Professional Services for WWTF construction services
• Act on Professional Services Agreement with MSA Professional Services for 2026 Clean Water Fund Administration
• Act on Budget Transfer to purchase 2 ballistic vests

The council approved the minutes from previous meetings and closed the public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget. It adopted Ordinance 2025‑22, which sets the 2026 general‑fund budget and a property tax levy of $2,691,462. Numerous contracts and financing options were approved, including the wastewater plant award to JH Hasslinger and funding for EMS hires and equipment. Additional items such as a new street name, operator‑license fee increase, and a Little Free Library policy were also adopted.

• Approved Ordinance 2025‑22 adopting the 2026 budget and $2,691,462 tax levy (all AYE)
• Awarded Notice of Award for 2025 Wastewater Treatment Facility Upgrade to JH Hasslinger (all AYE)
• Approved Professional Service Agreement with MSA for WWTF construction services (all AYE)
• Approved interim financing options for the Clean Water Fund (all AYE)
• Approved financing for 2025 General Obligation Notes (all AYE)
• Approved hiring of EMS personnel Haylee Baranyk and Raenetta Robertson (all AYE)
• Approved $2,642 budget transfer to purchase two ballistic vests (all AYE)
• Approved new operator’s license fees of $32 (1‑yr), $52 (2‑yr), $22 (provisional) (all AYE)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on the 2026 budget and vote on Ordinance No. 2025‑22 to adopt the 2026 budget and the 2025 tax levy. The council will consider several contracts and financing actions, including a notice of award for a wastewater treatment facility upgrade and professional services agreements with MSA Professional Services for WWTF construction and clean‑water fund administration. Additional items include a preliminary financing plan, interim financing options for the Clean Water Enterprise Loan, and a $1,209,709.67 bill payment for November 2025. The meeting will close with a closed‑session to discuss the possible sale of public property.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025‑22, approving the 2026 budget and 2025 tax levy
• Approve notice of award for the 2025 wastewater treatment facility upgrade
• Approve professional services agreements with MSA Professional Services for WWTF construction and 2026 Clean Water Fund administration
• Approve $1,209,709.67 in bills for November 2025
• Adjourn to closed session to consider sale of public property

The Horicon Common Council approved Ordinance 2025‑22, adopting the 2026 city budget and a $2,691,462 property tax levy. It also approved the award of the 2025 wastewater treatment facility upgrade to JH Hasslinger and the related professional services agreement with MSA. Additional actions included appointing members to the Joint Fire/EMS Exploratory Committee, naming Curry Lane, and hiring two EMS personnel.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑22 (2026 budget and $2,691,462 tax levy) – motion carried, all AYE
• Awarded Notice of Award for 2025 Wastewater Treatment Facility Upgrade to JH Hasslinger – motion carried, all AYE
• Approved Professional Service Agreement with MSA for WWTF construction services – motion carried, all AYE
• Approved Mayor’s appointments to the Joint Fire/EMS Exploratory Committee – motion carried, all AYE
• Approved Curry Lane as the new street name in Hillcrest Development – motion carried, all AYE
• Approved hiring of Haylee Baranyk and Raenetta Robertson as EMS personnel (pending background checks) – motion carried, all AYE
• Approved $2,642 budget transfer from Contingency Fund to Uniform Allowance for purchase of two ballistic vests – motion carried, all AYE
• Approved new operator’s license fees: $32 (1‑yr), $52 (2‑yr), $22 (provisional) – motion carried, all AYE

Plan Commission

The Horicon Plan Commission will consider a recommendation to the Common Council regarding a street name for a proposed street near South Finch Street in the Hillcrest subdivision. The commission will discuss the naming proposal and then adjourn.

• Recommendation to Common Council on street name for proposed street near South Finch Street in Hillcrest subdivision

The Horicon Plan Commission voted to recommend the street name “Curry Lane” for a proposed street near South Finch Street in the Hillcrest Subdivision. The motion passed by voice vote with one abstention (Sullivan). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Recommended street name “Curry Lane” to Common Council (voice vote, 1 abstain)

Personnel & Finance Committee

The committee will discuss personnel hiring, a pay scale advancement for a water and wastewater operator, and several fee increases. The meeting also includes a review of October financials and a closed session regarding the sale of public property.

• Proposed pay scale increase to $29.78 for Jonathan Goodman
• Budget transfer of $2,642.00 for 2 ballistic vests from Top Pack Defense
• Proposed $7 increase for operator's license fees
• Proposed $15 increase for Fire and EMS background check fees
• Medicare 5 Year Contract

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Personnel & Finance Committee will discuss hiring emergency medical services personnel, advancing wastewater and water subgrades, and purchasing ballistic vests and a patrol rifle. The meeting will also cover a Medicare contract and fee changes for operator's licenses.

• Hiring of EMS Personnel
• Budget Transfer for 2 Ballistic Vests
• Purchase of Patrol Rifle
• Medicare 5 Year Contract
• Increase Fee for Operator's License

The Personnel & Finance Committee approved the October 2025 payables totaling $1,209,709.67. It also approved a budget transfer of $2,642 for police ballistic vests, a $1,680 purchase of a patrol rifle, and a Medicare five‑year contract. Additional approvals included a fee increase for operator licenses, a wastewater and water grade advancement, and hiring of two staff members.

• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (All voting Aye)
• Approved hiring of Haylee Baranyk and Raenetta Robertson (All voting Aye)
• Approved advancement of Basic Wastewater and Grade 1 Water (All voting Aye)
• Approved budget transfer $2,642 for two police ballistic vests (All voting Aye)
• Approved operator license fee increase: $32 (1‑year) and $52 (2‑year) (All voting Aye)
• Approved Medicare 5‑year contract (All voting Aye)
• Approved purchase of patrol rifle for $1,680 from Contingency Fund (All voting Aye)
• Approved October 2025 payables of $1,209,709.67 (All voting Aye)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will conduct its regular meeting. Items include call to order, roll call, approval of previous minutes, a public appearance, the chiefs’ report, setting the next meeting date, and adjournment. No specific policy changes or contracts are on the agenda.

• Approve Previous Minutes
• Public Appearance
• Chiefs Report
• Set Next Meeting Date

The Police & Fire Commission approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting, with all members voting Aye. Police Chief Aaron Berken gave an update on new hires and accreditation, but no action was taken. The commission then adjourned the meeting at 6:55 p.m. after a motion to adjourn was carried.

• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (all Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Public Safety Committee

The Horicon Public Safety Committee will meet on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Public Safety Building. The agenda includes updates from the police, emergency management, EMS, and fire departments, as well as items on pedestrian and crossing safety. The committee will discuss electric bikes, electric scooters, and electric personal assistive mobility devices, and will consider actions on liquor, operator, and retailer licenses.

• Pedestrian Safety discussion
• Crossing Safety discussion
• Police Department update
• Discussion on electric bikes, scooters, and personal assistive mobility devices (EMAMDS)
• Act on Liquor, Operator and/or Retailer Licenses

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved the October 14, 2025 minutes. It set the next meeting for Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for Dec 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Horicon Public Library Board will review its 2026 draft budget, work agreement, and policy updates. The meeting will also include reports on finances, programs, and technology.

• 2026 Draft Budget
• 2026 Work Agreement
• Policy Update
• Hoopla Eligible Patron Restrictions
• Treasurer’s Report

Park & Recreation Board

The Park & Recreation Board agenda for November 10, 2025 contains no listed items. It only provides notice of the meeting, attendees, and contact information. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are scheduled.

Plan Commission

The Horicon Plan Commission will consider a site‑plan review for three proposed signs for the John Deere building at 300 N Vine St, evaluating compliance with the city’s sign and billboard ordinance. The commission will also recommend the Certified Survey Map for Lake 407 LLC (407 E Lake St) to the Common Council and act on the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting.

• Site‑plan review of three John Deere signs/mural at 300 N Vine St
• Recommendation to Common Council for Certified Survey Map for Lake 407 LLC – 407 E Lake St
• Approval of minutes from the May 12, 2025 Plan Commission meeting

The commission accepted the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting. It approved the Site Plan Review for the John Deere Waterworks Building mural at 300 N Vine St, with one member abstaining. The commission also recommended holding a public hearing before the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting. All actions were approved by voice vote.

• Accepted July 14, 2025 minutes (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved Site Plan Review for John Deere Waterworks Building mural at 300 N Vine St (voice vote, Biedermann abstained)
• Recommended public hearing prior to Zoning Board of Appeals meeting (voice vote, all in favor)

Common Council

The Horicon Common Council will consider and vote on the proposed location for a new baseball batting cage. The council will also consider and vote on the proposed location for a GaGa ball pit. No other agenda items are listed.

• Decision on location for a baseball batting cage
• Decision on location for a GaGa ball pit

The council unanimously approved locating a baseball batting cage on the baseball field behind home plate at Disher Park. They also unanimously accepted a donated GaGa Ball Pit, discussing which park would host it. The meeting was adjourned at 5:14 p.m.

• Approved baseball batting cage location at Disher Park baseball field (all voting AYE)
• Accepted donation of a GaGa Ball Pit (all voting AYE)
• Adjourned meeting (all voting AYE)

Park & Recreation Board

The Horicon Park and Recreation Board will consider three items at its November 7 meeting. The board will act on the location of a new baseball batting cage. It will also act on a proposed GaGa ball pit and review the Horicon Little Free Library policy.

• Decision on baseball batting cage location
• Decision on GaGa ball pit
• Review of Horicon Little Free Library policy

The Horicon Park & Recreation Board approved three motions: the batting cage location in Discher Park, the donation of a Gaga ball pit to Kiwanis Park, and the Horicon Little Library Policy. Each motion received unanimous Aye votes. The meeting adjourned after these approvals.

• Approved batting cage location in Discher Park (all voting Aye)
• Approved Scouting America Troop 6838 donation of a Gaga ball pit in Kiwanis Park (all voting Aye)
• Approved Horicon Little Library Policy (all voting Aye)

Common Council

The Horicon Common Council will hold a public hearing to update residents on the Community Development Block Grant Public Facilities (CDBG‑PF) project affecting East Walnut Street and North Cedar Street, including utility improvements. The hearing will cover the status of project activities, any displacement or relocation assistance, and the community's housing needs. Attendees may provide input and feedback on the project. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing on CDBG‑PF project for East Walnut St. and North Cedar St. utility improvements

The Common Council voted to close the public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) public facilities project for East Walnut Street and North Cedar Street. The motion passed with all members voting aye. The council then voted to adjourn the meeting, also passing unanimously.

• Closed CDBG public hearing (all voting AYE)
• Adjourned meeting (all voting AYE)

Public Works & Development Committee

The Public Works & Development Committee did not hold a meeting on November 6, 2025. Consequently, no decisions, discussions, or actions were taken. The agenda lists “NO MEETING.”

Committee of Whole

The committee is reviewing the 2026 preliminary budget and formulating the final version for publication. The proposed total tax levy is $2,687,197, representing a 4.75% increase over 2025.

• Proposed total tax levy of $2,687,197, an increase of $121,798 from 2025
• Allocation of $25,000 for updated zoning maps to be completed by MSA
• Budgeted $50,000 to replace the central air conditioner in the Public Safety Building
• Proposed $16,529 for the purchase and implementation of Badger Book e-poll equipment
• Street repair and maintenance allocation of $200,000 for milling, overlay, and sealcoating

The Committee of Whole approved the 2026 Preliminary Budget for publication, including a General Fund levy of $2,691,462. The motion passed with all members voting AYE. The council announced the public hearing on the 2026 Budget will be held on November 25, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved 2026 Preliminary Budget for publication with General Fund levy $2,691,462 (all AYE)
• Announced public hearing on 2026 Budget for Nov 25 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (all AYE)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several financial actions, including the approval of October bills and a funding request for the Oak Hill Cemetery Association. The body will also review the 2026 Humane Society contract and a financial statement presentation from Baker Tilly.

• Payment of October 2025 bills totaling $683,565.12
• Request for $9,500.00 in budgeted funds from Oak Hill Cemetery Association
• Act on 2026 Humane Society Contract
• Request for exemption from Dodge County Library Tax
• Operator license applications for Felecia Rowan, Danielle Strieff, Brenda Gollnick, and Thomas Doherty

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss the 2026 stray animal services contract with the Dodge County Humane Society. The body will also act on October bills and equipment disposal for city departments.

• Proposed 2026 Humane Society contract for $5,500 covering up to 40 domestic stray animals
• Payment of October 2025 bills totaling $683,565.12
• Disposal of equipment for Police, Fire, DPW, and Wastewater departments
• Operator license applications for Felecia Rowan, Danielle Strieff, Brenda Gollnick, and Thomas Doherty
• Closed session to deliberate terms of sale of public property

The Horicon Common Council approved the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes and paid two $2,500 invoices for Michael Zastrow. It also approved the 2026 Humane Society contract, the disposal of city equipment (including a $4,000 sale of a 2007 Sterling plow truck to Kekoskee Fire Company), and the Toy Box Policy. Additional approvals included a library tax exemption, $9,500 cemetery operating funds, and October 2025 bills totaling $683,565.12.

• Approved September 23, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 invoices for Michael Zastrow for 2023 and 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Humane Society Contract (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of equipment, including sale of 2007 Sterling Plow Truck to Kekoskee Fire Co. for $4,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Toy Box Policy (unanimous)
• Approved exemption from Dodge County Library Tax (unanimous)
• Approved Oak Hill Cemetery Association $9,500 operating funds (unanimous)
• Approved payment of October 2025 bills totaling $683,565.12 (unanimous)

Park & Recreation Board

The Horicon Park & Recreation Board will hear reports on parks, recreation, the aquatic center, and the Friends of Horicon Parks. The board will discuss the Toy Box Policy and review updates to the 2026 budget. No specific actions are indicated in the agenda.

• Toy Box Policy discussion
• 2026 Budget Updates review
• Aquatic Center Report
• Friends of Horicon Parks Update
• Parks Report

The Park and Recreation Board approved the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Toy Box Policy, with the chair agreeing to make the recommended changes. The board set the next meeting for Monday, November 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (all Aye)
• Approved Toy Box Policy pending changes (all Aye)
• Set next meeting date: Monday, November 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (all Aye)

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Personnel & Finance Committee will discuss the longevity bonus ordinance (Ordinance 136-5) that sets annual bonuses of $50 to $125 based on years of service. The committee will also review and approve a 2026 contract with the Dodge County Humane Society for stray animal services, which offers lump‑sum options ranging from $1,800 to $5,500 covering up to 40 animals. Additional items include past‑due invoices, clerk of court compensation, and disposal of equipment for DPW, wastewater, police, and fire departments.

• Ordinance 136-5 Longevity Bonus – annual $50‑$125 payments based on service length
• 2026 Humane Society stray animal contract – lump sums: $1,800 (≤5 animals), $2,900 (≤10), $4,000 (≤20), $5,500 (≤40)
• Past‑due invoices for municipal services
• Clerk of Court compensation review
• Disposal of equipment for DPW/Wastewater, Police & Fire Departments

The Personnel & Finance Committee approved the August and September 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a $2,500 invoice adjustment for the 2024 Wrucke farmland rental, a $5,500 2026 Humane Society contract, the disposal of department equipment through Wisconsin Surplus Online Auctions, and October 2025 payables of $683,565.12. All motions were carried with the recorded votes.

• Approved August 19 and September 16, 2025 minutes (all voting Nay)
• Approved $2,500 invoice change for 2024 Wrucke farmland rental (all voting Aye)
• Approved 2026 Humane Society contract for $5,500 (all voting Aye)
• Approved disposal of DPW/Wastewater, Police and Fire equipment via Wisconsin Surplus Online Auctions (all voting Aye)
• Approved October 2025 payables of $683,565.12 (all voting Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all voting Aye)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss 2026 budget proposals for the Police, Fire, and EMS departments. The body will also review pedestrian and bus stop safety and discuss regulations for electric bikes and scooters.

• Police Department 2026 Budget
• Fire Department 2026 Budget
• EMS Department 2026 Budget
• Discussion on Electric Bikes, Electric Scooters, and Electric Personal Assistive Mobility Device(s) (EMAMDS)
• Action on Liquor, Operator and/or Retailer Licenses

The Public Safety Committee approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to grant a 2‑year operator license to Thomas Doherty was rejected. The committee approved 1‑year operator licenses for Felecia Rowan and Danielle Strieff. The next meeting was scheduled for November 11, 2025.

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (all Aye)
• Rejected 2‑year operator license for Thomas Doherty (all Nay)
• Approved 1‑year operator licenses for Felecia Rowan and Danielle Strieff (all Aye)
• Set next meeting for Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (all Aye)

Public Safety Committee

The Horicon Public Safety Committee will review updates on pedestrian safety, bus stop safety, crossing guards, and the police department. It will discuss the use of electric bikes, scooters, and personal mobility devices. The committee will consider the 2026 budgets for the police, emergency management, EMS, and fire departments. The meeting will also address liquor licensing actions and set the next meeting date.

• Pedestrian Safety
• Bus Stop Safety
• Police Department 2026 Budget
• Emergency Management 2026 Budget
• Discussion on Electric Bikes, Electric Scooters, and EMAMDS

The committee approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. A motion to grant a two‑year operator license to Thomas Doherty was rejected unanimously. The committee approved one‑year operator licenses for Felecia Rowan and Danielle Strieff unanimously. The next meeting was scheduled for November 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous aye)
• Rejected 2‑year operator license for Thomas Doherty (unanimous nay)
• Approved 1‑year operator licenses for Felecia Rowan and Danielle Strieff (unanimous aye)
• Set next meeting for Nov 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous aye)

Library Board

The Horicon Public Library Board will review its 2026 draft budget and hear reports on finances, programs, and staffing. Members will vote on a hiring affirmation for Library Page II, adopt updated library policies, and decide whether to remove AI‑generated materials from the Hoopla collection. Additional items include a wrap‑up report on the summer program and approval of a library system membership appendix.

• 2026 Draft Budget review
• Library Page II Hiring affirmation
• Policy updates and adoption
• Approve removal of AI‑generated materials in Hoopla
• Library system membership appendix approval

The board approved a $4,511 increase to the 2026 budget for a 3% wage raise. It also approved the hiring of Barbara Neitzel as Library Page II at $12.50 per hour. Several policy updates were adopted, including an AI use policy and removal of AI‑generated items from Hoopla. The meeting was adjourned at 7:46 p.m.

• Approved $4,511 increase to 2026 budget for 3% wage raise (motion carried)
• Approved hiring of Barbara Neitzel as Library Page II, 10 hrs/week at $12.50/hr (motion carried)
• Approved Page II job description (motion carried)
• Approved Updated Materials Collection Policy (motion carried)
• Approved Library Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy (motion carried)
• Approved removal of AI‑generated materials from Hoopla digital collection (motion carried)
• Approved inclusion of Appendix F in Monarch Library System Membership Agreement (motion carried)
• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes, transaction balances, petty cash balances, and September bills totaling $5,754.52 (motions carried)

Plan Commission

The meeting scheduled for October 13, 2025, has been cancelled or listed as having no meeting.

Police & Fire Commission

The Horicon Police and Fire Commission meeting set for Wednesday, October 8, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were presented, and no decisions or discussions will take place at this time.

Public Works & Development Committee

The Public Works & Development Committee will meet to approve previous minutes, receive monthly updates on water and wastewater, and discuss street construction. The committee will also inspect equipment and set the date for the next meeting.

• DPW 2026 Budget
• Street Construction Update
• DPW and Water/Wastewater Monthly Updates
• Inspection of DPW Equipment
• Approve Previous Minutes

The Public Works & Development Committee approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It also set the next committee meeting for Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Scheduled next meeting for Nov 6, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. (all ayes)

Common Council

The Horicon Common Council will consider several actions, including adopting a fair‑housing proclamation, appointing a Director of Finance/Treasurer, and enacting Ordinance 2025‑21 on city employee salaries. Major items involve approving the wastewater treatment facility plans, authorizing their submission to the DNR, and permitting a bid for the facility upgrade. Additional actions include a $1,548,381.24 bill for September 2025 and various contract approvals.

• Act on Approval of Wastewater Treatment Facility Plans
• Act on Authorization to Submit the Wastewater Treatment Facility Plans to the DNR
• Act on Authorization to Bid Wastewater Treatment Facility Upgrade
• Act on Ordinance 2025‑21 establishing salaries and wages of city officials and employees
• Act on Bills for September 2025 totaling $1,548,381.24

The council approved the mayor’s appointment of Chrissy Wild to serve as Director of Finance/Treasurer. An ordinance setting city officials' salaries, including the director’s $7,666.66 monthly pay, was adopted. The council also approved waste‑water facility plans, budget transfers, and several contracts and purchases.

• Approved appointment of Chrissy Wild as Director of Finance/Treasurer (motion passed; vote not recorded)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑21 establishing salaries, setting Director salary at $7,666.66/month (All AYE)
• Approved Wastewater Treatment Facility Plans (AYE: Frami, Bandsma, Sullivan, Fenske, Schmitz; Remy abstained)
• Authorized bidding for Wastewater Treatment Facility Upgrade (All AYE)
• Approved budget transfer of $22,750.76 between accounts #100‑511990‑399 and #100‑511510‑211 (All AYE)
• Approved part‑time officer wages at $31.90 per hour (All AYE)
• Approved purchase of Phosphorus Removal Chemical FX 300 for $36,432.00 (All AYE)
• Approved purchase of two Ferno Power Stair Chairs using grant funds (All AYE)

Park & Recreation Board

The Horicon Park & Recreation Board will review its 2026 budget requests, discuss contracts for the YMCA/Horicon Aquatic Center, and consider updates to Addie Park playground and park toy boxes. Public comments will be limited to three minutes per speaker. The meeting also includes reports on parks, recreation, and the aquatic center before setting the next meeting date.

• Addie Park Playground – discussion
• Toy Boxes within Parks – discussion
• Budget Requests for 2026 – review
• YMCA/Horicon Aquatic Center 2026 Contracts – review
• Public Appearances – 3‑minute limit per individual

The Park & Recreation Board approved the August 19, 2025 minutes. It voted to remove all play bins from parks because of damage. The board also approved YMCA/Horicon Aquatic Center Contract Option #3, setting lifeguard pay at $13 per hour and a shorter 2026 season. The next meeting was scheduled for October 20, 2025.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (all voting Aye)
• Approved removal of all play bins at parks (all voting Aye)
• Approved YMCA/Horicon Aquatic Center Contract Option #3 – lifeguards $13/hr, shorter season 2026 (all voting Aye)
• Set next meeting date: Monday, October 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in DPW Conference room (all voting Aye)

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Personnel & Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes, address budget transfers for accounting and water meter disposal, and set a date for closed-session review of a proposed police union contract.

• Budget transfer for Baker Tilly Onsite Accounting Support
• Disposal of Water Meters
• Rehabilitation of Manhole Contract
• Ordinance 136-5, Longevity Bonus
• Closed session to review proposed police union contract

The committee approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes and authorized several contracts and payments, including a $22,750.76 accounting support contract and a $37,432 Sand Filter contract with a $1,100 budget transfer. It also approved the appointment of a Director of Finance/Treasurer at a $92,000 salary, part‑time officer wages, and September 2025 payables totaling $1,548,381.24, and accepted a donated 2020 ATV/UTV for the fire department. The meeting then moved to closed session for a police union contract review.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (All voting Nay) – motion carried
• Approved Baker Tilly onsite accounting support $22,750.76 – motion carried
• Approved Part‑Time Officer wages $31.90 effective Aug 30, 2025 – motion carried
• Approved appointment of Director of Finance/Treasurer $92,000 salary – motion carried
• Approved Sand Filter contract $37,432 with $1,100 contingency fund transfer – motion carried
• Approved rehabilitation of Manhole contract $36,432 – motion carried
• Approved September 2025 payables $1,548,381.24 – motion carried
• Accepted donation of 2020 ATV/UTV to Horicon Fire Department – motion carried

Tree Board

The Tree Board will meet to discuss reports from the City Forester and the DPW/Utility Supervisor. The board is scheduled to address tree removal appeals and tree planting.

• Tree removal appeals
• Tree planting
• DPW/Utility Supervisor’s report
• City Forester’s report

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission agenda indicates that no meeting will be held on September 10, 2025, and therefore no decisions or discussions are scheduled.

Public Works & Development Committee

The committee will receive monthly updates from the Department of Public Works and the water/wastewater division. Topics include the wastewater treatment plan, mill and overlay road projects, street construction, and the wastewater treatment plant status. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• DPW and Water/Wastewater Monthly Updates
• Wastewater Treatment Plan Update
• Mill and Overlay Projects
• Street Construction Update
• Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Public Works & Development Committee approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted the Wastewater Treatment Plan presented by MSA and authorized the facility to be put out for construction bids. The committee also approved submitting the facility plans to the DNR and set the next meeting for October 2, 2025.

• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (all Aye)
• Approved Wastewater Treatment Plan presented by MSA (all Aye)
• Approved Wastewater Treatment Facility to go out for construction bids (all Aye)
• Approved submitting Wastewater Treatment Facility plans to the DNR (all Aye)
• Scheduled next meeting for Thursday, Oct 2, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (all Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all Aye)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss regulations regarding electric bikes, electric scooters, and electric personal assistive mobility devices. The meeting also includes updates from police, fire, EMS, and emergency management departments.

• Discussion on Electric Bikes, Electric Scooters, and Electric Personal Assistive Mobility Devices
• Action on Liquor, Operator and/or Retailer Licenses
• Discussion on bow hunting on city land
• Pedestrian safety discussion
• Department updates from Police, Fire, EMS, and Emergency Management

The committee approved the August 12, 2025 minutes. It granted a temporary alcohol beverage license for the Horicon Phoenix Group’s 2025 Horicon Wine Wander on October 18, 2025. It also approved one‑year operator licenses for four individuals and two‑year operator licenses for seven individuals. The next meeting was scheduled for October 14, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes (all voting aye)
• Approved temporary alcohol beverage license for Horicon Phoenix Group’s 2025 Horicon Wine Wander (all voting aye)
• Approved 1‑year operator licenses for Jessica Cesar, Jenna Corson, Linda Kuhlman, Michael Miara (all voting aye)
• Approved 2‑year operator licenses for Christine Bailey, Elizabeth Darner, Aasia Dolaski, Adele Green, Kandie Jorgansen, Melanie Vogt, Tasha Wuesthoff (all voting aye)
• Set next meeting for Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (all voting aye)

Plan Commission

The Horicon Plan Commission has no meeting scheduled for September 8, 2025. The agenda lists 'NO MEETING'.

• No meeting scheduled
• No agenda items listed
• No public hearings scheduled

Library Board

The Horicon Public Library Board approved the August 2025 transaction and account balances, the petty cash balances, and authorized payment of estimated August bills totaling $18,562.31, not to exceed $1,000.00. The board also approved a continuing‑education request for Anna MaCallum’s Leadership Development Institute, covering time, travel, lodging, and per diem. All motions were carried and the meeting adjourned at 7:44 p.m.

• Approved August 2025 transaction and account balances (motion carried)
• Approved August 2025 petty cash balances (motion carried)
• Authorized payment of August 2025 bills totaling $18,562.31, not to exceed $1,000.00 (motion carried)
• Approved Anna MaCallum’s Leadership Development Institute continuing‑education request (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:44 p.m. (motion carried)

Common Council

The Common Council will act on a resolution to reimburse expenditures for wastewater treatment facility improvements. The body will also review several professional service agreements and a right-of-entry agreement for Moraine Park Technical College.

• Resolution 2025-06 to reimburse wastewater project expenditures not to exceed $34,000,000
• Right of Entry Agreement for Moraine Park Technical College at Marshland Crossing Business Park
• Payment of July 2025 bills totaling $1,042,143.97
• Scope of Service Agreements from MSA Professional Services for Finch Street, Moraine Park CSM, and Oak Hill Cemetery Easement
• Change Order #1 and #2 for E. Walnut Street & N. Cedar Reconstruction Project

The Horicon Common Council approved Resolution 2025-06, declaring intent to reimburse interim expenses for the wastewater treatment facility project. It also approved several service agreements, a budget transfer for the library director’s salary increase, and a change order for street reconstruction. The council denied a one‑year operator license for Jessica Cesar. All other motions listed were carried unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-06 to reimburse wastewater project costs (all AYE)
• Approved Baker Tilly accounting services agreement for $97,000 (all AYE)
• Approved budget transfer for Library Director salary increase (all AYE)
• Approved Scope of Service Agreement for Finch Street construction observation (all AYE)
• Approved Change Order #2 for E. Walnut & N. Cedar Streets reconstruction, $21,911.50 (all AYE)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Horicon Professional Police Association (all AYE)
• Approved Street Use Permit to close Winter Street for historical tours (all AYE)
• Denied One Year Operator License for Jessica Cesar (all NAY)

Park & Recreation Board

The Park & Recreation Board unanimously approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Horicon Phoenix Program’s request for amplified music and for use of the Kiwanis Park building on September 10,2025. The board set the next meeting for September 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at Kiwanis Park and then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from July 15, 2025 (all voting Aye)
• Approved Horicon Phoenix Program amplified music request for September 10,2025 at Kiwanis Park (all voting Aye)
• Approved Horicon Phoenix Program use of Kiwanis Park Building on September 10,2025 (all voting Aye)
• Set next meeting for September 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at Kiwanis Park
• Adjourned meeting (all voting Aye)

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Personnel & Finance Committee approved several financial items, including a $97,000 accounting services memo and a $3,036.02 library director pay increase. It also approved service agreements for Moraine Park, Oak Hill Cemetery, and a change order for street reconstruction. The committee adopted the August 2025 payables totaling $1,042,143.97. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Baker Tilly accounting services memo for $97,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Horicon Library payment of $3,036.02 from Contingency Fund (unanimous)
• Approved Scope of Services for Moraine Park CSM for $8,500 (unanimous)
• Approved Scope of Services for Oak Hill Cemetery easement study for $7,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 for E. Walnut and N. Cedar Streets reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Horicon Professional Police Association (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 payables totaling $1,042,143.97 (unanimous)

Common Council

The Horicon Common Council met via Zoom and voted on a Street Use Permit request. The council approved the request to close the dead‑end section of Winter Street from August 22 to August 25, 2025 for the Horicon Historical Society's Ice Cream Social/Classic Car Cruise‑In. The motion passed with all members voting aye. The council then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved Street Use Permit to close Winter Street Aug 22‑25, 2025 for Horicon Historical Society event (all voting AYE)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to review reports from the chiefs and conduct interviews for part-time police officer positions in a closed session.

• Interviews for Part-Time Police Officer Applications

The commission approved the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting. It then voted to adjourn into a closed session to interview part‑time police officer applicants as allowed by Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c). Both motions passed with all members voting aye.

• Approved July 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session to interview part‑time police officer applications (unanimous)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board approved the July 24, 2024 minutes. Katie Schwartz was appointed chairperson and Dave Magnussen was reaffirmed as the Fifth Member at Large. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 24, 2024 minutes (voice vote, no objections)
• Appointed Katie Schwartz as TID Joint Review Board Chairperson (voice vote, no objections)
• Reaffirmed Dave Magnussen as Fifth Member at Large (voice vote, no objections)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, no objections)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss pedestrian safety and the use of electric bikes and scooters. The body will also act on a request to close a section of Winter Street for Haunted History Tours and process beer and liquor license requests.

• Request to close the dead end of Winter Street from October 10 through November 3 for Haunted History Tours
• Request from Horicon Phoenix Program to transfer a beer license
• Action on Liquor, Operator and/or Retailer Licenses
• Discussion on Electric Bikes, Electric Scooters, and Electric Personal Assistive Mobility Device(s) (EMAMDS)

The committee approved the minutes from July 8, 2025. It authorized the Horicon Historical Society to close the dead end of Winter Street from October 10 to November 3, 2025 for haunted tours. It also approved a beer‑license transfer for the Horicon Phoenix Group and denied a one‑year operator license for Jessica Cesar.

• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (all voting Aye)
• Approved Winter Street dead‑end closure Oct 10–Nov 3, 2025 (all voting Aye)
• Approved Horicon Phoenix Group beer‑license transfer to Sep 10, 2025 (all voting Aye)
• Denied 1‑year operator license for Jessica Cesar (all voting Nay)
• Set next meeting for Sep 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (all voting Aye)

Library Board

The Horicon Public Library Board approved the 2026 library calendar and an updated Interlibrary Loan Policy. It also approved a 7% wage and benefit increase for Library Director Alexandra Harvancik, effective June 1. All motions were carried without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved 2026 library calendar (motion carried)
• Approved updated Interlibrary Loan Policy (motion carried)
• Approved 7% wage and benefit increase for Library Director Alexandra Harvancik (motion carried)
• Approved June 2025 Library Board minutes (motion carried)
• Approved June and July 2025 transaction and account balances (motion carried)
• Approved June and July 2025 petty cash balances (motion carried)
• Approved July 2025 bills totaling $5,031.73 (motion carried)
• Approved August 2025 bills totaling $4,928.10 (motion carried)

Common Council

The council adopted Ordinance 2025-19 establishing salaries and wages for city officials. It also passed Ordinance 2025-20 revising winter parking rules, a resolution to pursue an urban‑forestry grant, and approved removal of parking‑lot islands. Additional actions included approving GIS 2025 services, rescinding a bulk‑fluids certified survey map, and authorizing payment of $542,275.32 for June 2025 bills. All motions passed with unanimous AYE votes.

• Adopt Ordinance 2025-19 setting city officials' salaries (all AYE)
• Adopt Ordinance 2025-20 revising winter parking permits (all AYE)
• Adopt Resolution 2025-05 authorizing urban‑forestry grant program (all AYE)
• Approve removal of islands from Public Safety Building parking lot (all AYE)
• Approve GIS 2025 Scope of Services (all AYE)
• Rescind Certified Survey Map for Bulk Fluids (all AYE)
• Approve agreement with GFL Solid Waste Midwest LLC (all AYE)
• Approve payment of June 2025 bills totaling $542,275.32 (all AYE)

Park & Recreation Board

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Horicon Kiwanis Club's request for a donation of a new range for the Kiwanis Park building. The Horicon School District was granted permission to use River Bend Park for cross‑country meets. The next meeting was scheduled for August 19, 2025 at Discher Park.

• Approved June 10, 2025 minutes (all aye)
• Approved donation of new range for Kiwanis Park building (all aye)
• Approved Horicon School District use of River Bend Park for cross‑country meets (all aye)
• Set next meeting date for August 19, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (all aye)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission approved the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. It also voted to recommend to the Common Council the certified survey map for Lake 407 LLC at 407 E. Lake St, based on MSA's conditions. Both motions passed unanimously by voice vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (voice vote, all in favor)
• Recommended Certified Survey Map for Lake 407 LLC to Common Council (voice vote, all in favor)

Common Council

The council approved Rock River Tap, LLC's request to extend its licensed premises to include 110 W. Lake Street for July 19, 2025. The council appointed Chris Spilker-Jenkins as City Clerk. It also approved a monthly wage rate of $4,853.33 and a $2.00 per hour compensation rate for the Deputy Clerk‑Treasurer for work performed from May 14 to July 9, 2025. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved extension of Rock River Tap, LLC licensed premise to 110 W. Lake St (All AYE)
• Approved appointment of Chris Spilker-Jenkins as City Clerk (All AYE)
• Approved wage rate of $4,853.33 per month (All AYE)
• Approved $2.00 per hour compensation for Deputy Clerk‑Treasurer (May 14–Jul 9, 2025) (All AYE)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (All AYE)

Public Works & Development Committee

The Public Works & Development Committee approved the June 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the annual 2025 GIS, the 2025 GIS grant, and the removal of islands from the Public Safety Building parking lot. The next meeting was scheduled for August 7, 2025.

• Approved June 5, 2025 minutes (all voting Aye)
• Approved annual 2025 GIS (all voting Aye)
• Approved 2025 GIS grant (all voting Aye)
• Approved removal of islands from Public Safety Building parking lot (all voting Aye)
• Set next meeting for Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Public Safety Committee

The committee approved the June 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It granted a one‑year operator license to Nehemiah Sherron and Tammy Van Buren and two‑year licenses to Alyssa Eichorst, Brenda Gress, Jessica Lilly, JoAnne Link, Amber Nelson and Siobhan Worley. The next meeting was scheduled for August 12, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (all voting Aye)
• Approved 1‑year operator license for Nehemiah Sherron and Tammy Van Buren (all voting Aye)
• Approved 2‑year operator licenses for Alyssa Eichorst, Brenda Gress, Jessica Lilly, JoAnne Link, Amber Nelson and Siobhan Worley (all voting Aye)
• Set next meeting date for Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (all voting Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all voting Aye)

Police & Fire Commission

The commission approved the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It then moved to a closed session to interview part‑time police officer applicants as permitted by Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c). The closed‑session adjournment was carried.

• Approved June 23, 2025 meeting minutes (all Aye)
• Adjourned into closed session to interview part‑time police officer applications (motion passed, vote not recorded)

Common Council

The Common Council approved the FRA Railroad Grant contract and adopted Resolution 2025-04 urging Dodge County to consider a community development fund application. It also passed three ordinances that repeal and recreate the City Clerk and Deputy Clerk‑Treasurer (Director of Finance/Treasurer) positions and set salaries for city officials. Additional actions included issuing a temporary beer license, approving a beer garden, and authorizing park use for a boat race and amplified music.

• Accepted FRA Railroad Grant Contract – motion by Schmitz, second by Frami, all voting AYE
• Adopted Resolution 2025-04 encouraging Dodge County to consider the city’s community development fund application – motion by Remy, second by Schmitz, all voting AYE
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-16 repealing and recreating the City Clerk position – motion by Bandsma, second by Schmitz, all voting AYE
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-17 repealing and recreating the Deputy Clerk‑Treasurer (Director of Finance/Treasurer) position – motion by Schmitz, second by Frami, all voting AYE
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-18 establishing salaries and wages for city officials – motion by Remy, second by Schmitz, all voting AYE
• Issued a temporary Class “B” beer retailer’s license to Horicon Phoenix Program for Bowling Green Park – motion by Remy, second by Bandsma, all voting AYE
• Approved a Beer Garden application for Arandas Mexican Grill 2, LLC – motion by Remy, second by Bandsma, all voting AYE
• Approved use of Bowling Green Park for the 2025 Rock River Itty Bitty Boat Race and for amplified music – motions by Remy (boat race) and by Bandsma (music), all voting AYE

Personnel & Finance Committee

The committee approved several financial transactions, including a $308,456 payment to Kopplin and Kinas Co. Inc., a $25,000 façade grant payment, and transfers of $9,000 to Oak Hill Cemetery and $1,485 to the library fund. It also approved wage increases for the librarian and the Director of Public Works and Utilities, and adopted updated job descriptions for the City Clerk and Director of Finance. All motions passed unanimously. The meeting was then recessed into closed session to discuss a police union contract proposal.

• Approved $308,456.01 payment to Kopplin and Kinas Co. Inc. (all Aye)
• Approved $25,000 façade grant payment to Lake 407, LLC (all Aye)
• Approved $9,000 transfer to Oak Hill Cemetery (all Aye)
• Approved $1,167.28 portable radio purchase from Contingency Fund (all Aye)
• Approved $1,485.05 transfer to library fund for 5% wage increase (all Aye)
• Approved librarian wage increase to $31.00 per hour effective 06/01/2025 (all Aye)
• Approved Director of Public Works and Utilities wage increase to $52.88 per hour effective 06/01/2025 (all Aye)
• Approved accounting support agreement with Baker Tilly Advisory Group up to $20,000 (all Aye)

Common Council

The Horicon Common Council approved a $3,500 Goose Depredation Permit. It also approved a $9,575 contract with Bucklin’s Tree Service for compost grinding and removal. A budget transfer moved $1,575 from the Contingency Fund to the Recycling Contractor account. The council then adjourned into a closed session to discuss purchase of public property.

• Approved $3,500 Goose Depredation Permit (all AYE)
• Approved $9,575 contract with Bucklin’s Tree Service for compost grinding (all AYE)
• Approved budget transfer: decrease Contingency Fund A/C #100-511990-399 by $1,575 and increase Recycling Contractor A/C #100-533650-291 by $1,575 (all AYE)
• Adjourned to closed session to deliberate purchase of public property (all AYE)

Police & Fire Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting with unanimous consent. It then voted to adjourn into a closed session to review part‑time police officer applications as required by Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c). No other actions were taken.

• Approved May 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session to review part‑time police officer applications (motion passed)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee approved the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It granted a 1‑year operator license to Hailey Miller and a 2‑year operator license to Ruby Brandt and Efrain Guardida. The committee also approved a temporary Class “B” retailer’s license for the Horicon Phoenix Program’s Itty‑Bitty Boat Race on July 19 at Bowling Green. The next meeting was set for July 8, 2025.

• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (All voting Aye)
• Approved 1‑year operator license for Hailey Miller (All voting Aye)
• Approved 2‑year operator licenses for Ruby Brandt and Efrain Guardida (All voting Aye)
• Approved Temporary Class “B” retailer’s license for Horicon Phoenix Program Itty‑Bitty Boat Race (All voting Aye)
• Set next meeting for Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (All voting Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (All voting Aye)

Park & Recreation Board

The board approved the minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Horicon Phoenix Program’s request to hold a “Duck Race” at Bowling Green Park and to allow amplified music at the park on July 19. The next meeting was scheduled for July 15, 2025 at Rotary Park. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (All voting Aye)
• Approved Horicon Phoenix Program’s Duck Race at Bowling Green Park (All voting Aye)
• Approved amplified music at Bowling Green Park on July 19 (All voting Aye)
• Set next meeting for July 15, 2025 at Rotary Park (All voting Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (All voting Aye)

Urban Goose Management Team

The Urban Goose Management Team meeting on June 10, 2025 was declared a no‑quorum meeting. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Library Board

The Horicon Public Library Board approved prior meeting minutes and several financial reports, confirmed the hiring of a Youth Services and Programming Librarian, authorized participation in a network equipment purchase MOU, and approved a 5% wage and benefit increase for all full‑time non‑exempt city employees. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 2025 Board meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved May 2025 transaction and account balances (motion carried)
• Approved May 2025 petty cash balances (motion carried)
• Approved June 2025 bills totaling $5,278.23 (motion carried)
• Confirmed hiring of Emily Elmquist as Youth Services and Programming Librarian (motion carried)
• Approved participation in Monarch’s Network Equipment Purchase and Replacement Fund and authorized signing of MOU (motion carried)
• Approved 5% wage and benefit increase for all full‑time non‑exempt city employees, applied to Assistant Director Anna McCallum (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:21 p.m. (motion carried)

Public Works & Development Committee

The Public Works & Development Committee approved the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved revisions to the Winter Parking Ordinance 525-26(A)(1)(2) verbiage. The next meeting was scheduled for July 10, 2025. The committee adjourned the meeting.

• Approved May 07, 2025 minutes (all Aye)
• Approved changes to Winter Parking Ordinance 525-26(A)(1)(2) verbiage (all Aye)
• Set next meeting date for July 10, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (all Aye)

Common Council

The council voted on Ordinance 2025-15, which would detach parcel 236-1116-0521-004 from Horicon and attach it to the Village of Kekoskee. The motion failed with a 2‑4 vote. A subsequent motion to adjourn the meeting passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 6:02 p.m.

• Ordinance 2025-15 detachment motion failed (2‑4)
• Adjournment motion approved (7‑0)

Common Council

The Common Council unanimously approved Class A and Class B liquor and fermented malt beverage licenses for several businesses, including Kwik Trip, Sky Enterprises, and Danny Boys Irish Pub. It also adopted Ordinance No. 2025-13 and Ordinance No. 2025-14, which set salary and wage scales for city officials and employees. Additionally, the council adopted a compliance maintenance resolution and approved beer garden applications for three establishments.

• Closed public hearing on Class A liquor & fermented malt licenses (All AYE)
• Approved Class A liquor & fermented malt licenses for Kwik Trip (716 E Lake St) and Sky Enterprises (306 Washington St) (All AYE)
• Approved Class A fermented malt licenses for Kwik Trip (305 Barstow St) and Dolgencorp (704 Washington St) (All AYE)
• Approved Class B liquor & fermented malt licenses for seven businesses including Danny Boys Irish Pub and Blue Heron Landing (All AYE)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-13 setting city employee salary scales (All AYE)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-14 setting additional city employee salary scales (All AYE)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-03 on wastewater compliance maintenance (All AYE)
• Approved Beer Garden applications for Blue Heron Landing, Rock River Tap, and Arandas Mexican Grill 2 (All AYE)

Board of Review

The Horicon Board of Review issued a public notice outlining procedural requirements for appearing before the board and filing property valuation objections. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded at this meeting.

Park & Recreation Board

The Park & Recreation Board approved the April 16, 2025 minutes. It also approved a donation of the playground border at Discher Park. The next meeting was scheduled for June 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The board then adjourned.

• Approved April 16, 2025 minutes (all voting Aye)
• Approved donation of playground border at Discher Park (all voting Aye)
• Set next meeting for June 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (all voting Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all voting Aye)

Personnel & Finance Committee

The committee approved the April 17, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a wage adjustment for all full‑time non‑exempt city employees effective June 1. It also approved April 2025 payables totaling $4,480,980.24. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved wage adjustment for full‑time non‑exempt employees effective June 1 (unanimous)
• Approved April 2025 payables of $4,480,980.24 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The commission approved the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes. The members elected Steve Neitzel as President, Becky Hoefs as Vice President, and Kevin Harvancik as Secretary, each by unanimous vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.

• Approved March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (All voting Aye)
• Elected Steve Neitzel as PFC President (All voting Aye)
• Elected Becky Hoefs as PFC Vice President (All voting Aye)
• Elected Kevin Harvancik as PFC Secretary (All voting Aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:15 p.m. (All voting Aye)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 14 and April 21, 2025 meetings. It approved the Letter of Intent for the proposed land split involving Horst & Norma Gerth (Carl Gerth, Agent) in the Town of Hubbard. The commission granted a conditional use permit for a home‑based salon at 810 E Maple Street. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from April 14 & 21, 2025 (voice vote: all in favor)
• Approved Letter of Intent for Proposed Land Split – Horst & Norma Gerth, Town of Hubbard (voice vote: all in favor)
• Granted Conditional Use Permit for home‑based salon at 810 E Maple Street (voice vote: all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote: all in favor)

Library Board

The Horicon Public Library Board approved the 2024‑2025 officer slate, adopted the April 2024 meeting minutes, and approved the April financial statements and May bills totaling $18,775.24. The board also approved the library bylaws. The meeting was adjourned at 7:26 p.m.

• Approved 2024‑2025 officer slate (motion carried)
• Approved April 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved April 2024 transaction and account balances (motion carried)
• Approved April 2024 petty cash balances (motion carried)
• Approved payment of May 2024 bills for $18,775.24 (motion carried)
• Approved updated library bylaws (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 p.m. (motion carried)

Common Council

The Common Council adopted Ordinance No. 2025-12 establishing salaries and wages for city officials and employees. The council approved hiring three summer part‑time parks workers at $13.75/hour (Laytin Krueger, Ethan Strieff) and $13.25/hour (Taylor Oestreich). It also approved temporary Class B wine and beer retailer licenses for the Horicon Phoenix Program in Kiwanis Park on the dates listed in the minutes.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-12 establishing city officials' salaries (All voting AYE)
• Approved hiring of Laytin Krueger – $13.75/hour (All voting AYE)
• Approved hiring of Ethan Strieff – $13.75/hour (All voting AYE)
• Approved hiring of Taylor Oestreich – $13.25/hour (All voting AYE)
• Approved temporary Class B wine retailer’s beverage license for Sep 14, 2025 in Kiwanis Park (All voting AYE)
• Approved temporary Class B beer retailer’s license for multiple dates in Kiwanis Park (All voting AYE)
• Adjourned the meeting (All voting AYE)

Public Works & Development Committee

The committee unanimously approved the April 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved the Mill and Overlay Projects totaling $256,342.75. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved April 03, 2025 minutes (all voting Aye)
• Approved Mill and Overlay Projects totaling $256,342.75 (all voting Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all voting Aye)

Public Safety Committee

The committee approved a temporary Class B wine and beer license for the American Legion Baseball events and several permanent Class B and Class A liquor and fermented malt beverage licenses for local businesses. It also approved a temporary Class B wine and beer license for the Horicon Phoenix Program farmer's market and dinner. A motion to grant a 2‑year operator license to Jennifer Hagedorn was rejected. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (all voting Aye)
• Rejected 2‑year operator license for Jennifer Hagedorn (all voting Nay)
• Approved Temporary Class “B” Wine and Beer License for American Legion Baseball (all voting Aye)
• Approved Class “B” Liquor and Fermented Malt Beverage Licenses for Horicon Hills Golf Club Inc, Horicon Post No. 157, Danny Boys LLC, Rock River Tap LLC and Arandas Mexican Grill 2 LLC (all voting Aye)
• Approved Class “A” Liquor and Fermented Malt Beverage Licenses for Sky Enterprises LLC and Kwik Trip Inc at 716 E. Lake St (all voting Aye)
• Approved Class “A” Fermented Malt Beverage License for Kwik Trip at 305 Barstow Street (all voting Aye)
• Approved Class “A” Liquor‑Cider Only License for Kwik Trip Inc at 305 Barstow St (all voting Aye)
• Approved Temporary Class “B” Wine and Beer License for Horicon Phoenix Program farmer’s market and Farm‑to‑Table Dinner (all voting Aye)

Common Council

The Horicon Common Council approved payment of March 2025 bills totaling $2,844,297.24. It also approved several contracts, personnel hires, and permits, including a $148,240 engineering contract amendment and a two‑year operator license for Christine L. Schmitz. All motions passed with unanimous AYE votes.

• Approved payment of March 2025 bills ($2,844,297.24) – All voting AYE
• Approved UScellular Assignment and Change in Control for Eagle Hill cell tower – All voting AYE
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to the E Walnut & N Cedar Street Reconstruction Project engineering contract ($148,240) – All voting AYE
• Approved hiring of Spring/Fall part‑time Parks personnel (Don Miller, Dale Krueger, Werner Biedermann backup) at $16.00/hour – All voting AYE
• Approved grant of a Two‑Year Operator License to Christine L. Schmitz (ending June 30 2027) – All voting AYE
• Approved the Certified Survey Map for parcel P/N #236-1116-0641-071 for Hillcrest Horicon, LLC – All voting AYE
• Approved the 2025 Aquatic Center Flyer typo correction – All voting AYE
• Approved the minutes of the March 15, 2025 council meeting – All voting AYE

Plan Commission

The commission voted to approve the Site Plan Review for the property at 407 East Lake Street, contingent on compliance with Beer Garden Ordinance 350-17. The motion passed by voice vote with all members in favor. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Site Plan Review for 407 E. Lake St (contingent on Beer Garden Ordinance 350-17) – voice vote, all in favor
• Adjourned meeting – voice vote, all in favor

Personnel & Finance Committee

The Personnel & Finance Committee approved the March 2025 payables totaling $2,844,297.24. It also approved the March 17 meeting minutes, a US Cellular cell‑tower consent agreement, and a $148,420 engineering contract amendment for Walnut and Cedar Streets. No other actions were taken.

• Approved March 17, 2025 minutes – all voting Aye
• Approved US Cellular Consent to Assignment and Change in Control – Cell Tower Agreement – all voting Aye
• Approved E. Walnut and N. Cedar Street reconstruction Project Engineering Contract Amendment ($148,420) – all voting Aye
• Approved March 2025 payables ($2,844,297.24) – all voting Aye

Park & Recreation Board

The Park & Recreation Board approved the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also approved the 2025 YMCA Aquatic Center flyer. The next meeting was scheduled for May 19, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was adjourned at 6:32 p.m.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (All Aye)
• Approved 2025 YMCA Aquatic Center flyer (All Aye)
• Set next meeting for May 19, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (All Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (All Aye)

Common Council

The Horicon Common Council approved the March meeting minutes and adopted Ordinances 2025-04 through 2025-11, setting new rules for park board meetings, firearms exemptions, and compensation for city officials, fire department, EMS, election officials, and elected officials. The council also approved a public safety rental agreement and a title change for a police department position.

• Approved March 3 and March 25, 2025 council minutes – all voting AYE
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-04 (park and recreation board meetings) – all voting AYE
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-05 (firearms and explosives exemptions) – all voting AYE
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-06 (city officials and employees salaries) – all voting AYE
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-07 (additional city salaries) – all voting AYE
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-08 (fire department compensation) – all voting AYE
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-09 (EMS compensation) – AYE: Frami, Sullivan, Fenske, Schmitz; Abstain: Bandsma
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-10 (election officials wages) – all voting AYE

Plan Commission

The Horicon Plan Commission approved the minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Letter of Intent for the proposed land split with Claude Rex Land Trust (Town of Hubbard). The commission recommended the Certified Survey Map for Hillcrest Horicon LLC and acted on the Phase 1 site‑plan review for the Hillcrest Development. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved February 10, 2025 minutes (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved Letter of Intent for Claude Rex Land Trust split, Town of Hubbard (voice vote, all in favor)
• Recommended Certified Survey Map for Hillcrest Horicon LLC, P/N 236-1116-0641071 (voice vote, all in favor)
• Acted on Phase 1 Site Plan Review for Hillcrest Development, P/N 236-1116-0641-071 (voice vote, all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, all in favor)

Library Board

The Horicon Public Library Board approved the March 2025 meeting minutes and several financial reports, including the April 2025 bills totaling $6,979.51. The board also approved updated job descriptions for the Youth Services and Programming Librarian and for the Assistant Director/Adult Programming. The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m.

• Approved March 2025 Board meeting minutes (motion by Craig Halsema, second by Teresa Graven)
• Approved March 2025 Transaction and Account Balances (motion by Lisa Bischoff, second by Teresa Graven)
• Approved March 2025 Petty Cash Balances (motion by Kathy Galvin, second by Craig Halsema)
• Approved April 2025 bills for $6,979.51 (motion by Teresa Graven, second by Craig Halsema)
• Approved updated Youth Services and Programming Librarian job description (motion by Kris Ries, second by Lisa Bischoff)
• Approved updated Assistant Director/Adult Programming job description (motion by Kris Ries, second by Lisa Bischoff)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:32 p.m. (motion by Craig Halsema, second by Lisa Bischoff)

Public Safety Committee

The committee approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes with all members voting aye. They also set the next meeting for May 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. No other agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (all voting Aye)
• Scheduled next meeting for May 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (all voting Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all voting Aye)

Public Works & Development Committee

The Public Works & Development Committee approved the February 5, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. Director Cody Vanderhei gave a monthly update on the water and wastewater treatment plant. The committee set the next meeting for May 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the DPW Conference Room. The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

• Approved February 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous aye)
• Scheduled next meeting for May 7, 2025, 6:00 p.m. at DPW Conference Room
• Adjourned meeting at 6:45 p.m.

Tree Board

The board approved the June 13, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. They set Arbor Day for April 25, 2025 and approved a DPW school program on that date. The next regular meeting was scheduled for July, with the exact date to be determined. The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

• Approved June 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set Arbor Day for April 25, 2025
• Approved DPW school program for Arbor Day on 04/25/2025
• Scheduled next regular meeting for July (date not set)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:35 p.m.

Common Council

The council adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑02 and Ordinance No. 2025‑03, revising conflict‑of‑office limits for EMS and Fire Department personnel. It approved multiple Horicon Historical Society requests for Living History Days, placed new playground equipment in Whitty and Rotary Parks, and granted two operator licenses while denying one. The February 2025 financial statement and bill payments of $4,726,975.12 were approved, and the council adjourned to closed session to discuss a development agreement.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025‑02 (EMS conflict of office) – motion carried (AYE)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025‑03 (Fire conflict of office) – motion carried (AYE)
• Approve Horicon Historical Society use of River Bend Park for Living History Days – motion carried (AYE)
• Approve playground equipment placement in Whitty Park – motion carried (AYE)
• Approve playground equipment placement in Rotary Park – motion carried (AYE)
• Grant Two‑Year Operator Licenses to Trenton L. Yadro and Miquel Zamora Jr. – motion carried (AYE)
• Deny Two‑Year Operator License to Jason J. Oertel – motion failed (NAY)
• Approve February 2025 financial statement and $4,726,975.12 bill payments – motions carried (AYE)