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Check Register - Quick Report - Regular 110:12 AM ACCTALL Checks ALL BANK ACCOUNTS Dated From: Thru Account:Thru: 11/04/2025 ______________________________________________________________________________________Check Nbr Check Date Payee Amount From Account:11/04/2025 10/29/2025 Page: 236.2370527 AMANDA WANGERIN COURT CONFERENCE 11/04/2025 140.0070528 ARING EQUIPMENT COMPANY INC SOLENOID COIL 11/04/2025 572.3870529 ASHWAUBENON AUTO REPAIR LLC MULTIPLE INVOICES SQUAD MAINTENANCE 11/04/2025 842.9970530 BAYSIDE PRINTING LLC UTILITY & PUBLIC WORKS & FIRE DEPARTMENT 11/04/2025 3,550.0070531 BRIAN RUECHEL ACCOUNTING SERVICES OCTOBER 11/04/2025 11,735.9070532 BROWN COUNTY PORT & RESOURCE RECOVERY REFUSE & RECYCLING DISPOSAL 11/04/2025 455.0070533 CATS ANONYMOUS INC 09-25 & 09-26-25 INTAKES 11/04/2025 113.7770534 CHRIS TREMEL UNIFORM REIMBURSEMENT 11/04/2025 175.5070535 COMMERCIAL LAUNDRY SALES - CLS REPAIR CALL9-30-2025 WASHER #0161UQ 11/04/2025 594.9970536 DAN VANLANEN UNIFORM REIMBURSEMENT 11/04/2025 105.0070537 DIVERSIFIED BENEFIT SERVICES INC OCTOBER 125-FSA ADMIN SERVICES 11/04/2025 4,676.9570538 ESO SOLUTIONS INC FIRE DEPARTMENT AUTO-CAD REPORTING SOFTW 11/04/2025 3,085.0070539 FAIR MARKET ASSESSMENTS ASSESSOR SERVICES 11/04/2025 30.0070540 HAWKINS INC CHEMICALS WATER TREATMENT 11/04/2025 500.5170541 IAN SCHIEFELBEIN UNIFORM REIMBURSEMENT 11/04/2025 462,094.5770542 MCC INC PAY REQUEST #4 CONTRACT 2320-2403 11/04/2025 295.2870543 MULTI MEDIA CHANNELS LLC PUBLICATION BUDGET 2026 11/04/2025 3,105.2270544 ONE SOURCE TECHNOLOGIES COMPUTERS FIRE DEPARTMENT 11/04/2025 4,733.4870545 PRECISION CONTROLS FLOOD LIGHT/ AIRPORT VALVE PIT/ GARAGE 11/04/2025 PAGE 3 Check Register - Quick Report - Regular 210:12 AM ACCTALL Checks ALL BANK ACCOUNTS Dated From: Thru Account:Thru: 11/04/2025 ______________________________________________________________________________________Check Nbr Check Date Payee Amount From Account:11/04/2025 10/29/2025 Page: 243.2070546 RANDY RADLOFF REIMBURSEMENT UNIFORM 11/04/2025 97.5270547 RIESTERER & SCHNELL INC OIL AND FILTER JOHN DEERE 5075E 11/04/2025 109,099.1270548 ROBERT E. LEE & ASSOCIATES INC MULTIPLE INVOICES / CONTRACTS 11/04/2025 10,000.0070549 ROBERT W. BAIRD & CO FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 2025 11/04/2025 14,572.2070550 TLB WOOD PRODUCTS LLC STUMP GRINDER / EXCAVATOR/GRAPPLE 11/04/2025 256.8570551 UNIFORM SHOPPE C. TREMEL - 2-SHIRTS - 1-CARGO PANT 11/04/2025 375.0070552 WI DEPT OF JUSTICE - CIB TIME QUARTERLY TIME ACCESS 11/04/2025 358.5070553 WI DEPT OF JUSTICE - CIB TIME TIME ACCESS OFFICER SUPPORT 11/04/2025 500.0070554 WI HUMANE SOCIETY JULY SERVICES INVOICE RECEIVED 10-17-25 11/04/2025 632,545.16Grand Total PAGE 4 Check Register - Quick Report - Regular 310:12 AM ACCTALL Checks ALL BANK ACCOUNTS Dated From: Thru Account:Thru: 11/04/2025 ______________________________________________________________________________________ Amount From Account:11/04/2025 10/29/2025 Page: 33,358.59Total Expenditure from Fund # 001 - General Fund 5,663.74Total Expenditure from Fund # 002 - Water Fund 2,810.50Total Expenditure from Fund # 003 - Sanitary Sewer Fund 38,640.28Total Expenditure from Fund # 004 - Capital Projects Fund 1,000.00Total Expenditure from Fund # 005 - Debt Service Fund 2,689.17Total Expenditure from Fund # 007 - Storm Water Fund 986.67Total Expenditure from Fund # 008 - TID #1 Fund 535,660.31Total Expenditure from Fund # 009 - TID #2 Fund 11,735.90Total Expenditure from Fund # 014 - Garbage & Recycling Program 632,545.16Total Expenditure from all Funds PAGE 5 VILLAGE BOARD MINUTES (REGULAR) – OCTOBER 21ST 2025 - Page 1 of 3 Village of Hobart Village Office 2990 S. Pine Tree Rd, Hobart, WI www.hobartwi.gov - www.buildinhobart.com MEETING MINUTES – VILLAGE BOARD (Regular) Date/Time: Tuesday October 21st 2025 (6:00 P.M.) Location: Hobart Village Office (2990 South Pine Tree Road) ROUTINE ITEMS TO BE ACTED UPON: 1. Call to order/Roll Call. The meeting was called to order by Rich Heidel at 6:07 pm. Dave Dillenburg, Vanya Koepke, Melissa T anke, and Rich Heidel were present. Excused: Tammy Zittlow. 2. Certification of the open meeting law agenda requirements and approval of the agenda - ACTION: To certify the open meeting l aw agenda requirements and approve the agenda with one change to Item 11D establishing the public hearing for the proposed FY2026 budget not the FY2025 budget . MOTION: Dillenburg SECOND: Tanke. VOICE VOTE: 4-0. 3. Pledge of Allegiance - Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS – None. 5. CONSENT AGENDA (These items may be approved on a single motion and vote due to their routine nature or previous discussion. Please indicate to the Board President if you would prefer separate discussion and action.) A. Payment of Invoices; B. VILLAGE BOARD: Minutes of October 7 th 2025 (Regular); C. PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES ADVISORY COMMITTEE: Minutes of April 14th 2025 ACTION: To approve the Consent Agenda as presented to include all manual checks. MOTION: Dillenburg SECOND: Tanke. VOICE VOTE: 4-0. 6. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA – None. 7. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS/RESOLUTIONS/PRESENTATIONS (Please limit citizens’ comments to no more than three minutes) Darrell Brown, 4288 Hilton Head Dr Mike Sturdivant, 4298 Hilton Head Ct JoAnn Brown 4288 Hilton Head Dr Fred Baer, 1208 Quail Ridge Dr Dave Juelich, 4315 Hillcrest Dr 8. VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT/COMMUNICATIONS A. INFORMATION 1. Village Investment Report – Administrator Kramer re viewed the investment report with the Village Board. The road vacation and land swap should be on the Brown County’s December agenda. The ribbon cutting for Wisco Sips was held on Friday, October 17. The ribbon cutting for VIP Nail Lounge will be on October 25. Budget work is starting. PAGE 6 VILLAGE BOARD MINUTES (REGULAR) – OCTOBER 21ST 2025 - Page 2 of 3 The Pulaski Water Agreement is still being worked on. There is a Quarry blast scheduled for Thursday. 9. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ACTIONS The October HALO meeting was held this morning. It will be hosted by Hobart in November. Site Review should meet in November. Public Works met last week. 10. OLD BUSINESS – None. 11. NEW BUSINESS A. DISCUSSION AND ACTION - Cont ractual Agreement between the Village of Hoba rt and Fair Market Assessments, Inc for Property Assessment Services Under this contract which will run from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028, Fair Market Assessments will provide assessment services needed in accordance with state statutes, along with a Village wide “market adjustment” revaluation in 2027 to update Village assessment records. This revaluation had originally been schedul ed for 2026, under a contract the Board needs to formally resci nd as part of tonight’s action. Both contracts are included in the meeting packet. ACTION: To rescind the former agreement between the Village of Ho bart and Fair Market Assessments, Inc for Revaluation/Market Adjustment in 2026 . MOTION: Heidel SECOND: Tanke. VOICE VOTE: 4-0. ACTION: To approve the Contractual Agreement between the Vill age of Hobart and Fair Market Assessments, Inc for Property Assessment Services which runs from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028 to include a Village wide “market adjustment” revaluation in 2027. MOTION: Dillenburg SECOND: Koepke. VOICE VOTE: 4-0. B. DISCUSSION AND ACTION – Proposed 2026-2030 Capital Projects Plan This plan outlines the proposed Capital Projects for the next five (5) years, as well as a 10-year road improvement list. This Project plan is updated annually. -Administrator Kramer presented the Proposed 2026-2030 Capital Projects Plan. ACTION: To approve Proposed 2026-2030 Capital Projects Plan as presented. MOTION: Koepke SECOND: Tanke. VOICE VOTE: 4-0. C. DISCUSSION AND ACTION – Amended 2025 Budget ACTION: To approve the Amended 2025 Budget as presented. MOTION: Dillenburg SECOND: Tanke. ROLL VOTE: 4-0. D. DISCUSSION AND ACTION - To Establish a Public Hearing on the proposed FY2026 Budget (General Fund, Capital Projects, Debt Service) Staff would request the Public Hearing be held at the November 18th Board meeting. ACTION: To direct staff to schedule a Public Hearing on the proposed FY2026 Budget to be held during the November 18, 2025 Village Board Meeting. MOTION: Heidel SECOND: Koepke. VOICE VOTE: 4-0. E. DISCUSSION - Items for future agenda consideration or Committee assignment Discussion with Brown County Representatives and the School District Representatives. Exploring the future of the current Village Office building. ACTION: To recess prior to going into closed session (8:01 PM). MOTION: Heidel SECOND: Koepke. VOICE VOTE: 4-0. PAGE 7 VILLAGE BOARD MINUTES (REGULAR) – OCTOBER 21ST 2025 - Page 3 of 3 F. ADJOURN to CLOSED SESSION (8:14 PM): ACTION: To go into closed session 1) Under Wisconsin State Statute 19.85 (1) (c): Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility RE: Personnel, 2) Under Wisconsin State Statute 19.85 (1) (e): Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session RE: Sale or Purchase of Property/TID Projects/Develop ment Agreements, and 3) Under Wisconsin State Statute 19.85 (1) (g): Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved. RE: Tr ibal Affairs; Potential Litigation MOTION: Heidel SECOND: Koepke ROLL CALL VOTE: 4-0. G. CONVENE into open session (9:08 PM) – MOTION: Dillenburg SECOND: Tanke ROLL CALL VOTE: 4-0. H. ACTION from closed session – None. 12. ADJOURN (9:05 PM) – MOTION: Dillenburg SECOND: Koepke VOICE VOTE: 4-0. Respectfully submitted by Lisa A. Vanden Heuvel, Village Clerk PAGE 8 November 4, 2025 The Honorable Tony Wied U.S. House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 Dear Representative Wied, Hobart includes half of the Austin Straubel International Airport and is bounded by Interstate 41 and STH 29, offering excellent transportation and freight access. While Hobart itself lacks direct rail access, the surrounding Green Bay area has a robust rail network, supporting regional manufacturing and distribution. Freight rail is a cornerstone of Northeast Wisconsin’s infrastructure and economic vitality. It connects our manufacturers, agricultural products, and logistics providers to national and global markets, enabling efficient movement of goods while reducing highway congestion and environmental impact. Wisconsin’s freight rail network saves over 8.6 million truckloads annually and prevents more than 4.3 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions, helping us maintain cleaner air and safer roads. We hope rail priorities are considered in the next surface transportation reauthorization bill. Additionally, we want to extend our appreciation for your leadership and commitment to Northeast Wisconsin, particularly your co-sponsorship of H.R. 2853, the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA). As you know, organized retail crime is no longer limited to isolated shoplifting incidents—it has evolved into soph isticated, multi-state operations that endanger public safety, drive up consumer costs, and disrupt critical supply chains. Your support for this important legislation reflects a strong understanding of the critical role freight rail plays in sustaining and growing our regional economy. Thank you again for your dedication to public safety and economic security. We look forward to continuing to work with you to strengthen Hobart and the communities you serve. On behalf of the Hobart Village Board, Richard R. Heidel Village Board President PAGE 9 November 4, 2025 The Honorable Ron Johnson United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 Dear Senator Johnson, Hobart includes half of the Austin Straubel International Airport and is bounded by Interstate 41 and STH 29, offering excellent transportation and freight access. While Hobart itself lacks direct rail access, the surrounding Green Bay area has a robust rail network, supporting regional manufacturing and distribution. Freight rail is a cornerstone of Northeast Wisconsin’s infrastructure and economic vitality. It connects our manufacturers, agricultural products, and logistics providers to national and global markets, enabling efficient movement of goods while reducing highway congestion and environmental impact. Wisconsin’s freight rail network saves over 8.6 million truckloads annually and prevents more than 4.3 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions, helping us maintain cleaner air and safer roads. We hope rail priorities are considered in the next surface transportation reauthorization bill. We also request your co-sponsorship of S.414, the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA). Organized retail crime is no longer limited to isolated shoplifting incidents—it has evolved into sophisticated, multi-state operations that endanger public safety, drive up consumer costs, and disrupt critical supply chains. Your support for this important legislation would reflect a strong understanding of the critical role freight rail plays in sustaining and growing our regional economy. On behalf of the Hobart Village Board, Richard R. Heidel Village Board President PAGE 10 November 4, 2025 The Honorable Tammy Baldwin United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 Dear Senator Baldwin, Hobart includes half of the Austin Straubel International Airport and is bounded by Interstate 41 and STH 29, offering excellent transportation and freight access. While Hobart itself lacks direct rail access, the surrounding Green Bay area has a robust rail network, supporting regional manufacturing and distribution. Freight rail is a cornerstone of Northeast Wisconsin’s infrastructure and economic vitality. It connects our manufacturers, agricultural products, and logistics providers to national and global markets, enabling efficient movement of goods while reducing highway congestion and environmental impact. Wisconsin’s freight rail network saves over 8.6 million truckloads annually and prevents more than 4.3 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions, helping us maintain cleaner air and safer roads. We hope rail priorities are considered in the next surface transportation reauthorization bill. We also request your co-sponsorship of S.414, the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA). Organized retail crime is no longer limited to isolated shoplifting incidents—it has evolved into sophisticated, multi-state operations that endanger public safety, drive up consumer costs, and disrupt critical supply chains. Your support for this important legislation would reflect a strong understanding of the critical role freight rail plays in sustaining and growing our regional economy. On behalf of the Hobart Village Board, Richard R. Heidel Village Board President PAGE 11 QUARTERLY J U L Y - S E P T E M B E R 2 0 2 5 PAGE 12 Introduction October 28 , 2025 th Village of Hobart Board - Town of Lawrence Board - Police Commission RE: Quarterly Report - July -September 2025 (3 Quarter)rd Dear Members: I am pleased to present the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department’s Third Quarter Report for 2025. This quarter has been marked by meaningful achievements in community engagement, officer recognition, public safety initiatives, and long-term organizational stability. On the recruitment front, we were actively hiring for one full-time patrol officer vacancy that opened on September 2nd. We filled that position on October 22 with another high quality lateral transfer. This process underscores our commitment to maintaining strong staffing levels and preparing for the future needs of both municipalities. nd We are also proud to highlight a major professional achievement within our ranks. Officer Ian Schiefelbein was recently recognized with the MADD Hero Award at the Wisconsin Governor’s Conference on Highway Safety. This prestigious honor reflects his outstanding dedication to OWI enforcement, crash investigations, and alcohol compliance efforts—work that directly contributes to safer roadways in Hobart, Lawrence, and the surrounding region. Our department also continued to deepen connections with the community through a variety of successful events. National Night Out drew record participation, strengthening partnerships between residents and first responders. The Public Safety Golf Outing set a new benchmark for community support, helping sustain vital public safety initiatives. Meanwhile, programs like Cops at Culver’s, Christmas in July, and the Meet Your First Responder Event provided opportunities for positive, family-centered engagement. We are especially grateful for the generosity of Rick’s Toybox Inc., whose donation of handmade wooden toys and games will be used by our School Resource Officers to build positive relationships with students. This quarter also brought a couple historic milestones: first, the Village of Hobart and Town of Lawrence approved a new 10-year joint agreement for police services, extending through 2035. This agreement ensures long-term stability, strengthens our ability to plan strategically, and reaffirms the trust and confidence both municipalities place in the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department. Secondly, on September 5 , the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department achieved CORE Verification through the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Accreditation Group (WILEAG) following a unanimous vote of the WILEAG Governing Board. This recognition marks another major milestone for our agency and reflects our ongoing commitment to professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement. th Hobart-Lawrence Police Department Quarterly Report - 3 Quarter 2025rd PAGE 13 Introduction The WILEAG CORE Verification Program is a voluntary process through which agencies demonstrate compliance with 65 essential standards and 188 specific dimensions that represent the foundational best practices in law enforcement. To achieve verification, our department underwent a comprehensive self-assessment and an independent review by WILEAG assessors who validated our compliance. While not required, this process underscores our dedication to transparency and our mission of excellence in serving the communities of Hobart and Lawrence. This accomplishment reinforces that our policies, procedures, and daily operations meet rigorous statewide standards designed to strengthen community trust, ensure consistency, and promote the highest levels of service to our residents. As we continue to advance our mission, the community survey for our 5-Year Strategic Plan was open during this quarter. We strongly encouraged residents to share their voices, as this input is vital to shaping priorities around trust, crime reduction, officer wellness, and efficient service delivery. We anticipate this process to conclude in the final quarter of 2025. The third quarter has been a period of momentum—driven by collaboration, professionalism, and community partnership. Together, these efforts are not only addressing today’s needs but also laying the foundation for the next decade of public safety in Hobart and Lawrence. Respectfully, Michael Renkas Chief of Police Hobart-Lawrence Police Department Quarterly Report - 3 Quarter 2025rd PAGE 14 1 9 5 4 2 0 3 0 - 4 % 3 7 0 4 7 3 1 9 - 8 % 9 8 1 8 7 7 1 2 % 2 3 3 6 2 6 4 6 - 1 2 % 9 7 3 1 1 5 3 - 1 6 % 2 3 2 8 2 9 2 2 - 2 0 % 2 1 3 2 6 2 - 1 9 % 9 4 1 6 3 2 4 9 % 2 4 1 2 9 2 - 1 7 % 9 6 9 1 0 2 3 - 5 % 5 8 8 7 - 3 3 % 2 3 3 1 9 8 1 8 % 6 3 1 0 0 % 2 7 2 0 3 5 % 2 6 1 6 6 3 % 8 2 4 2 9 5 % 2 4 - 5 0 % 5 5 7 4 - 2 6 % 6 8 - 2 5 % 2 4 2 6 - 8 % 6 2 5 4 1 5 % 1 9 4 1 9 0 2 % 7 5 8 8 - 1 5 % 2 3 5 1 9 8 1 9 % 0 0 0 % 1 2 - 5 0 % 3 0 3 0 0 % 6 2 2 0 0 % 0 0 0 % 0 0 0 % 4 4 0 % 1 3 1 9 - 3 2 % Total # of Incidents Requests for Service Officer Initiated Citizen Contacts/ Warnings Traffic Citations Speeding OWI Ordinance Summons Parking Tickets Warrant Pick Ups Accidents (TRAcS) District Attorney Referrals/ In-Custody Juvenile Criminal Referrals Emergency Detentions Alcohol Holds Animal Bite This Quarter This Quarter This Quarter Last Year This Quarter Last Year % Change % Change Year to Date Year to Date Last Year to Date Last Year to Date % Change % Change Q U A R T E R L Y R E P O R T 3 Q U A R T E R 2 0 2 5 - S N A P S H O T R D PAGE 15 H O B A R T PAGE 16 H O B A R T PAGE 17 H O B A R T PAGE 18 DIGNITY COMPASSION H O B A R T COMMITMENT INTEGRITY PAGE 19 L A W R E N C E PAGE 20 L A W R E N C E PAGE 21 L A W R E N C E PAGE 22 L A W R E N C E DIGNITY COMPASSION COMMITMENT INTEGRITY PAGE 23 Q U A R T E R L Y R E P O R T 3 Q U A R T E R 2 0 2 5 - C R A S H D A T AR D L A W R E N C E H O B A R T There were 55 total crashes reported resulting in 0 fatalities and 13 injuries. PAGE 24 MEMPHIS SOLUTIONS 2018 | MARCH 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 0 50 100 150 200 To ensure the department has the proper resources necessary for the delivery of high quality police services to the residents of both Hobart and Lawrence, we carefully analyze a variety of workload factors for planning purposes. This includes tracking and reviewing the number of police incidents as well as when they are occurring. Calls for service can be initiated by a variety of means to include, but not limited to, officer observed, being dispatched by 911, approached in person, email correspondence, and/or social media notifications. Calls for service can vary in nature, severity, and level of resources needed to address the issue. Q U A R T E R L Y R E P O R T 3 Q U A R T E R 2 0 2 5 - C A L L S B Y D A Y & T I M E R D Q1 (Adjusted Jan-Mar) Q2 Q3 PAGE 25 Q U A R T E R L Y R E P O R T 3 Q U A R T E R 2 0 2 5 - I N V E S T I G A T I O N S R D The Hobart-Lawrence Police Department responded to a total of 108 cases involving investigation during the third quarter of 2025. Below is a breakdown of the major incident types and their percentages: Incident Type Breakdown Theft and Property Crimes: 9 cases (8.3%) Fraud and Con Games: 10 cases (9.3%) Disturbances (Including Domestic): 14 cases (13.0%) Warrant and Court-Related Calls: 6 cases (5.6%) Drug-Related Activity: 5 cases (4.6%) Includes possession of cocaine, methamphetamine, THC, and drug paraphernalia. Several cases resulted in arrests and evidence seizures for prosecution or destruction. Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) Arrests: 5 cases (4.6%) Other Incidents: 59 cases (54.6%) Includes animal complaints (bites, quarantines), accidents (reportable and hit-and-run), child abuse, sexual assault, emergency detentions, harassment, missing persons, ICAC investigations, and welfare checks. Key Performance Highlights Domestic Violence Response: Officers responded to multiple domestic-related incidents involving charges such as battery, disorderly conduct, strangulation/suffocation, and criminal damage to property. Several suspects were taken into custody, with follow-up support provided to victims through safety planning and advocacy resources. Theft and Fraud Investigations: Officers investigated a range of property and financial crimes, including the theft of construction tools and copper wire valued at over $23,000, forged documents, and online scams. Ongoing efforts include suspect identification, coordination with financial institutions, and DA referrals. Drug Enforcement: Arrests and citations were made in several narcotics-related incidents involving cocaine, methamphetamine, and THC. Weapons violations were also discovered in conjunction with some cases, reinforcing the department’s proactive drug enforcement approach. OWI Enforcement: Six OWI arrests were made during the quarter, including one fifth-offense arrest. These cases underscore the department’s continued focus on traffic safety and removing impaired drivers from the road. Sensitive Crimes and Child Protection: Investigators managed multiple sensitive cases, including child abuse, sexual assault, and an ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) referral from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. All incidents were thoroughly investigated, with evidence forwarded to appropriate prosecutorial and child protective agencies. Community Safety and Welfare: Officers handled a wide range of community-focused calls, from welfare checks and mental health detentions to animal bites and natural deaths. These cases demonstrate the department’s ongoing commitment to service, compassion, and public safety across both villages. PAGE 26 Q U A R T E R L Y R E P O R T 3 Q U A R T E R 2 0 2 5 - C A N I N E T E A M SR D PAGE 27 Q U A R T E R L Y R E P O R T 3 Q U A R T E R 2 0 2 5 - A D M I N I S T R A T I V E R D 89 20 AMOUNT Open Record Requests Bartender Applications ACTIVITY The administrative division of the police department consists of the Chief of Police, Captain, Administrative Assistant, and a part-time records clerk. Managing the department budget, schedule, officer training, and writing policies and procedures are just a few of the tasks that the Chief of Police and Captain conduct. Our Administrative Assistant and records clerk are typically our first point of contact with our citizens either in the lobby or by phone. Their primary tasks include fulfilling records request, ensuring quality reports, and distributing reports as needed. Abiding to State of Wisconsin records laws, we disperse reports to those who request copies. These again are just a few of the tasks that are required of them. January February March April May June July August September October NovemberDecember 0 10 20 30 40 O P E N R E C O R D R E Q U E S T S 5 3 Other Background Checks Permit Renewal or Ordinance Variance PAGE 28 Q U A R T E R L Y R E P O R T 3 Q U A R T E R 2 0 2 5 - A C C O U N T A B I L I T YR D Use of Force Incidents Subject/Officer Injuries 1 1 During the third quarter, there was one incident involving the use of force. The event occurred when the Hobart- Lawrence Police Department’s K9 team assisted the Brown County Sheriff’s Office in locating a suspect who had fled on foot following a two-vehicle hit-and-run crash with injuries. Utilizing both drone technology and the K9 unit, officers successfully located the individual, who sustained injuries during the apprehension and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. A subsequent review determined that the use of force in this incident was justified and in full compliance with departmental policy and procedure. USE OF FORCE COMPLAINTS Complaints Received 2 HLPD is committed to transparency and accountability while improving community confidence. Tracking and reporting complaints is a measure to meet those goals. This chart will track any allegation of serious and/or minor misconduct that is reported against any employee - either civilian or sworn - reported from individual(s) outside the police department. A complaint was reviewed during the third quarter that resulted in the exoneration of all employees involved after allegations concerning a violation of rights was received. A comprehensive review of available reports, body- worn camera footage, and dispatch records found that officers acted in accordance with policy and displayed professionalism throughout the incident. The investigation confirmed that the actions taken were lawful, appropriate, and grounded in probable cause. Officers demonstrated care and respect for the individual involved, addressing both emotional and physical needs while ensuring proper coordination with outside agencies. No violations of policy or individual rights were identified. During the third quarter, one internal complaint was reviewed involving a policy violation related to the handling of sensitive information. The matter did not involve malicious intent, and the employee demonstrated accountability and remorse for the action. Corrective coaching was provided by supervisory staff, and the employee engaged in personal reflection regarding the impact of their actions. No further disciplinary action was deemed necessary, and the steps taken are expected to prevent similar issues in the future. The use of force by law enforcement personnel is a matter of critical concern, both to the public and to the law enforcement community. Officers are involved on a daily basis in numerous and varied interactions and, when warranted, may use reasonable force in carrying out their legitimate duties. The Hobart-Lawrence Police Department recognizes and respects the value of all human life and dignity without prejudice to anyone. Vesting officers with the authority to use reasonable force and to protect the public welfare requires monitoring, evaluation, and a careful balancing of all interests. Our Use of Force Policy is available online - https://www.hobart-wi.org/police- resources. PAGE 29 Ofc. Tremel - K9 Maintenance Training TRAINING ACTIVITY Q U A R T E R L Y R E P O R T 3 Q U A R T E R 2 0 2 5 - T R A I N I N GR D Q U A R T E R L Y R E P O R T 3 Q U A R T E R 2 0 2 5 - C O N C L U S I O NR D The Hobart-Lawrence Police Department is committed to providing high quality, professional police services to the residents, business owners, and visitors to both the Village of Hobart and the Town of Lawrence. We aim for the information in this report to demonstrate our success in meeting this goal. Should this report generate any questions or concerns, we would be happy to answer them. Captain Crocker - Wisconsin Command College Chief Renkas & Captain Crocker - WI Chief’s of Police Conference Officer Schiefelbein - Gov. Conference - Highway Safety Administrative Assistant Diedrich - CIB Conference Department In-House - Pepper ball (Less Lethal) Certifications Department In-House - Handgun and Rifle Qualifications Department In-Service (Sep.) - County Wide Active Threat Training PAGE 30 Page 1 of 3 MEMORANDUM TO: Hobart Village Board FROM: Aaron Kramer, Village Administrator RE: Proposed 2026 Budget DATE: November 4th 2025 BUDGET OVERVIEW - HIGHLIGHTS On behalf of the entire staff of the Village of Hobart, I presen t the proposed FY2026 budget. Each budget presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. The 2026 budget was faced with three large challenges at the outset:  A twelve (12) percent increase in health insurance (with some employees seeing individual increases of over thirty (30) percent)  The full impact of the 2023 Fire Station bond on the Debt Service Fund (an increase in annual payments from $619,370 in 2023 to $1,036,891 in 2026). This was predicted in the initial funding presentation done in February 2023.  No increase in the payment from Lawrence toward the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department (HLPD) for 2026, though this was offset partially by an increase in revenue retained by Hobart next year. The 2026 budget includes minimal staffing changes, and virtually all of the proposed increase in the levy being allocated to debt service. The increase in the mill rate will result in the owner of a $300,000 home paying $45 more in Village property taxes: 2025 Tax Lev y ($3.88 per $1,000 assessed value) $1,164 2026 Tax Levy ($4.03 per $1,000 assessed value) $1,209 TOTAL INCREASE $45 At this time, the total tax bill for a Village property cannot be determined – we hope to have that information for the November 18 th public hearing. STAFFING/COMPENSATION CHANGES  ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT– The budget includes a proposal to add one (1) part-time position to the Village Administrative staff. The position is described as follows in the proposed job description: “This position serves as a vital support role within the Village of Hobart Administrative Office, acting as the first point of contact for residents and visitors. This position is resp onsible for a broad range of administrative tasks that ensure the smooth daily operation of Village services. The ro le requires a high level of confidentiality, initiative, independent judgment, and attention to detail. Duties are carried out under the general supervision of the Village Clerk, who also conducts performance evaluations. This is a part-time position requiring 20 hours per TOTAL TAX LEVY $3,813,462.58 (+5.6%) General Fund $2,074,136.82 (-1.5%) Capital $724,434.44 (-2.5%) Debt Service $1,014,891.32 (+33.2%) PAGE 31 Page 2 of 3 week during regular office hours. Additional hours may be required to attend official meetings and to assist with election duti es and/or tax collection. to meet our increasing needs.” This position may provide assistance to the Planning Department. I am proposing a starting wage of $20/hour, with a limit of 1,040 hours for the year. This position may be transitioned into a full- time position in the future, and any applicant will be made cognizant of that possibility during the application and interview process. I anticipate the position will be posted in early 2026, once the Board approves a final job description. As this posit ion is funded by several accounts, the budgetary impact in the 2026 General Fund budget is $5,597.80.  OTHER STAFFING PROPOSALS – Two other staffing requests were considered but not funded. One was a request from the Police Chief for an additional officer. The Public Works Department al so requested an additional summer part-time position (an increas e from 2 to 3). BUDGETARY AND NON-BUDGETARY GOALS FOR 2026 AND BEYOND  MUNICIPAL CODE REVIEW (2026) – The current Municipal Code needs a comprehensive review and rewrite. Estimates from E- Code (our online platform) to do the work (approximately $13,000 with additional legal fees) could not be funded in the 2026 budget. Staff will attempt to do as much internally.  PERSONNEL MANUAL (2026) – A thorough review and revision of the current Personnel Manual (last undertaken in 2019) will be completed in 2026, with the Board approving the final draft.  NEW BUDGET FORMAT (2026) – Staff will explore the feasibility of implementing a “program” budget for the FY2027 budget process, which may more clearly corelate revenues and expenses to specific municipal functions (I.E. police, fire, public works, etc.)  REVALUATION (2027) – Originally, Hobart was scheduled to undergo a Village wide “market adjustment” revaluation by Fair Market Assessments. Under a new 3-year contract approved in October, Fair Market will provide assessment services needed in accordance with state statutes, along with a Village wide “market adjustment ” revaluation in 2027 to update Village assessment records. Th e additional costs of the revaluation are now being “spread” across three budgets (2026-28).  COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (2027) – The Village’s Comprehensive Plan will need to be updated in 2027. Staff will present an estimated cost and timeframe for undertaking the project in late 2026 to be included in the FY2027 budget.  HOBART MUNICIPAL CENTER (2026-28) – Staff will present a timeline for the project in early 2026, most likely consisting of a Request for Proposals in late 2026 or early 2027 and an advisory committee (populated by staff and residents) to make recommendations on the design and layout of the facility, OTHER FEES AND CHARGES  STORM WATER (EQUIVALENT RUNOFF UNIT) – The Village’s ERU fee is proposed to remain stable at $70 per single unit for the second straight year.  GARBAGE AND RECYCLING FEE – The FY2026 garbage and recycling fee will need to be adjusted due to our new 10-year contract with GFL. In 2024, the Village took the garbage and recycling revenues and expenses out of the General Fund and created a new segregated account (Fund 14) to better track expenses and analyze the needed special charge to maintain the solvency of the program. In the first year of this segregated fund, it ended the fiscal year with a net positive balance of $49,984.28. The Village’s special charges for residential service for the past decade have been the following. No increase in the special charge has take n place since 2020. PAGE 32 Page 3 of 3 YEAR 96-GALLON ANNUAL 96-GALLON MONTHLY 65-GALLON ANNUAL 65-GALLON MONTHLY 2025 $180.00 $15.00 $150.00 $12.50 2024 $180.00 $15.00 $150.00 $12.50 2023 $180.00 $15.00 $150.00 $12.50 2022 $180.00 $15.00 $150.00 $12.50 2021 $180.00 $15.00 $150.00 $12.50 2020 $180.00 $15.00 $150.00 $12.50 2019 $177.00 $14.75 $147.00 $12.30 2018 $173.29 $14.44 $143.29 $11.94 2017 $173.29 $14.44 $143.29 $11.94 2016 $173.29 $14.44 $143.29 $11.94  VILLAGE FEE SCHEDULE – The staff is currently reviewing the Village fee schedule, which has been stable for the past several years. Any proposed changes will be brought to the Board in December for review and action. CONTINGENCY FUND The General Fund includes a $45,000 Contingency, which is the lowe st amount we have had in a contingency fund going into a fisc al year since the fund was created in 2021. PAGE 33 PROPOSED 2026 BUDGET VILLAGE OF HOBART, WISCONSIN “The great object of the institution of civil government is the improvement of the condition of those who are parties to the social compact, and no government…can accomplish the lawful ends of its institution but in proportion as it improves the condition of those over whom it is established.” – John Quincy Adams, First Annual Message to Congress, 1825 PAGE 34 2 – Proposed 2026 Budget INDEX PAGE Overall General Fund 3 General Revenue (Fund 001) 5 General Expenses (Fund 001) 8 General Government 8 Public Safety 11 Public Works 13 Constable Services 14 Planning and Development 14 Other Financing Uses 14 Debt Service (Fund 005) 16 Capital Projects (Fund 004) 20 ILLUSTRATIONS AND CHARTS PAGE Overall Property Tax Levy in Hobart (2011-2026) 4 Overall General Fund Component - Property Tax Levy in Hobart (2011-2026) 4 Hobart Mill Rate History (2014-2026) 4 General Fund Budget History (2010-2026) 15 General Fund Cash Balance at End of Year (2010-2024) 16 Existing General Fund Debt 17 Debt Service Cash Balance at End of Year (2010-2024) 17 Future Debt Payment Schedule (2026-2035) 17 Village Debt Limit History (2005-2024) 18 Overall Debt Service Component - Property Tax Levy in Hobart (2011-2026) 19 Hobart General Fund – Future Debt Payments (2027-2044) 19 Debt Service Cash Balance at End of Year (2011-2024) 19 Capital Projects Fund Cash Balance at End of Year (2010-2024) 22 Overall Capital Projects Component - Property Tax Levy in Hobart (2012-2026) 23 NOTE: Previous year’s budget numbers are final audited figures. 2025 and 2026 budget figures are done on a cash basis method. PAGE 35 3 – Proposed 2026 Budget GENERAL FUND REVENUES 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Change from Orig 2025 Change from Amend 2025 Taxes 1,946,921.41 2,180,334.73 2,177,162.56 2,177,162.56 2,144,349.82 (35,984.91) (32,812.74) Special Assessments 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Intergovernmental Revenue 748,291.52 991,983.31 1,050,514.32 1,050,514.32 1,085,919.42 93,936.11 35,405.10 Licenses and Permits 190,579.45 120,650.00 189,032.99 189,032.99 132,300.00 11,650.00 (56,732.99) Fines and Forfeitures 240.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Public Charges for Services 1,286,248.89 976,710.34 964,202.18 964,202.18 1,064,508.47 87,798.13 100,306.29 Miscellaneous Rev. 263,234.51 175,000.00 175,000.00 175,000.00 150,000.00 (25,000.00) (25,000.00) Other Funding Sources 114,169.47 74,800.00 80,513.59 80,513.59 84,663.99 9,863.99 4,150.40 TOTAL REVENUES 4,549,685.25 4,519,478.38 4,636,425.64 4,636,425.64 4,661,741.70 142,263.32 25,316.06 CHANGE 394,112.03 (115,146.43) 116,947.26 116,947.26 EXPENDITURES 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Change from Orig 2025 Change from Amend 2025 General Government 667,400.57 855,211.03 770,044.94 896,496.48 830,385.98 60,341.04 (66,110.51) Public Safety 2,705,866.02 2,781,734.46 3,066,657.53 3,100,166.45 3,234,713.82 168,056.29 134,547.37 Public Works 944,876.92 532,506.16 571,334.73 561,335.27 542,141.90 (29,192.83) (19,193.37) Constable Services 1,291.41 7,579.59 3,500.00 7,500.00 8,000.00 4,500.00 500.00 Park and Recreation 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Planning and Development 1,550.00 1,195.00 1,500.00 1,500.00 1,500.00 0.00 0.00 Transfer to Other Funds 84,960.58 383,941.41 106,441.18 69,427.44 45,000.00 (61,441.18) (24,427.44) TOTAL EXPENDITURES 4,405,945.50 4,562,167.65 4,519,478.38 4,636,425.64 4,661,741.70 142,263.32 25,316.06 CHANGE 408,144.97 156,222.15 (42,689.27) 358,237.54 NET 143,739.75 72,457.16 0.00 0.00 0.00 MILL RATE $3.86 $3.86 $3.88 $4.03 The 2025 Amended Budget is the amended version, as adopted by the Village Board on October 21st 2025. The above table provides an overview of the entire General Fund, which is primarily funded by the property tax levy, and finances the majority of the day-to-day operations of the Village. The 2026 mill rate is the estimated amount at the time of the budget being prepared. PROPERTY TAX LEVY The property tax levy, the most-commonly recognized component of a property owner’s annual tax bill, is used to fund three areas of the overall Village operations: (1) General Fund, (2) Debt Servic e and (3) Capital Projects. The majority of the levy is allocated to the General F und. The total property tax levy, since 2011, for Hobart is as follows: NOTE: 2012-24 are actual final budget numbers. The 2025 Budget is the amended budget. 2026 reflects the proposed budget. Yr is the budget year Yr General Fund Change Capital Projects Change Debt Service Change TOTAL Change % 2011 1,130,990.84 - 414,200.00 - 914,163.23 - 2,459,354.07 - 2012 1,293,930.25 162,939.41 484,000.00 69,800.00 804,009.39 -110,153.84 2,581,939.64 122,585.57 5.0% 2013 1,397,546.44 103,616.19 474,615.00 -9,385.00 764,011.34 -39,998.05 2,636,172.78 54,233.14 2.1% 2014 1,419,898.30 22,351.86 636,575.00 161,960.00 588,358.74 -175,652.60 2,644,832.04 8,659.26 0.3% 2015 1,503,353.68 83,455.38 781,714.00 145,139.00 376,124.00 -212,234.74 2,661,191.68 16,359.64 0.6% 2016 1,555,905.41 52,551.73 792,889.00 11,175.00 420,753.88 44,629.88 2,769,548.29 108,356.61 4.1% 2017 1,651,022.91 95,117.50 675,294.00 -117,595.00 538,560.12 117,806.24 2,864,877.03 95,328.74 3.4% 2018 1,672,797.73 21,774.82 682,157.26 $6,863.26 548,000.13 9,440.01 2,902,955.12 38,079.09 1.3% 2019 1,625,817.96 -46,979.77 695,410.77 13,253.51 605,411.31 57,411.18 2,926,640.04 23,684.92 0.8% 2020 1,644,328.84 18,510.88 735,723.00 40,312.23 614,598.00 9,186.69 2,994,649.84 68,000.80 2.3% 2021 1,778,227.75 133,898.91 626,319.00 -109,404.00 615,953.25 1,355.25 3,020,500.00 25,850.16 0.9% 2022 1,998,424.40 219,808.55 523,658.73 -102,660.27 613,763.33 -(2,189.92 3,135,846.46 115,346.46 3.8% 2023 1,870,872.22 -127,301.04 466,908.00 -55,750.73 950,370.00 336,325.56 3,288,150.22 152,303.76 4.9% 2024 2,029,806.82 158,893.60 777,560.00 310,552.00 619,370.00 -331,000.00 3,426,806.82 138,656.60 4.2% 2025 2,105,808.44 75,931.62 742,655.00 -34,905.00 762,089.82 142,719.82 3,610,553.36 183,746.54 5.4% 2026 2,074,136.82 -31,671.62 724,434.44 -18,220.56 1,014,891.32 252,801.40 3,813,462.58 202,909.22 5.6% PAGE 36 4 – Proposed 2026 Budget $2,000,000 $2,250,000 $2,500,000 $2,750,000 $3,000,000 $3,250,000 $3,500,000 $3,750,000 $4,000,000 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 OVERALL PROPERTY TAX IN HOBART (2011-2026) $1,000,000 $1,200,000 $1,400,000 $1,600,000 $1,800,000 $2,000,000 $2,200,000 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 OVERALL PROPERTY TAX - GENERAL FUND COMPONENT (2011-2025) $3.50 $3.60 $3.70 $3.80 $3.90 $4.00 $4.10 $4.20 $4.30 $4.40 $4.50 FY 2014 FY 2015 FY 2016 FY 2017 FY 2018 FY 2019 FY 2020 FY 2021 FY 2022 FY 2023 FY 2024 FY 2025 FY 2026 HOBART MILL RATE HISTORY (2014-2026) PAGE 37 5 – Proposed 2026 Budget GENERAL FUND – REVENUE (Fund 001) 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 TOTAL REVENUES 4,549,685.25 4,634,624.81 4,519,478.38 4,636,425.64 4,661,741.70 142,263.32 25,316.06 Change 394,112.03 84,939.56 (115,146.43) 116,947.26 Taxes (Fund 41) Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 General Property Tax 1,870,872.22 2,029,876.82 2,105,809.69 2,105,808.44 2,074,136.82 (31,672.87) (31,671.62) Managed Forest Crop 73.65 80.97 80.00 70.64 75.00 (5.00) 4.36 Ag Use Penalty 0.00 28,324.30 0.00 645.48 0.00 0.00 (645.48) Interest on Taxes 3,730.54 3,185.40 2,200.00 3,000.00 2,500.00 300.00 (500.00) PILOT-Water 72,245.00 67,638.04 72,245.04 67,638.00 67,638.00 (4,607.04) 0.00 FUND 41 TOTAL 1,946,921.41 2,129,105.53 2,180,334.73 2,177,162.56 2,144,349.82 (35,984.91) (32,812.74) Change (125,702.22) 182,184.12 51,229.20 (3,172.17) GENERAL PROPERTY TAX – This is the most common tax and is the primary revenue source for the Village. MANAGED FOREST LAW (MFL) - MFL land is exempt from property taxes. The DNR makes an annual payment of $0.20 per MFL enrolled acre to the municipality where the land is located. The municipality retains 80% of this payment and remits 20% to the county. AG USE PENALTY - Agricultural land receives use value assessment. When it is taken out of production, there is a charge to make up for some o f the tax advantages of the prior years, resulting in a payment to the municipality. PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES (PILOT) - The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin Admini strative Code requires municipal electric and water utilities to pay an annual PILOT. It is similar to the property taxes paid on a residential or commercial property. Intergovernmental Revenues (Fund 43) Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Police Department Grants 51,771.08 52,885.50 0.00 18,000.00 0.00 0.00 (18,000.00) Fire Department Grants 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 State Shared Revenue 63,058.59 325,984.94 333,477.93 333,477.93 344,817.07 11,339.14 11,339.14 Personal Prop State Aid 10,854.58 10,854.58 10,854.58 21,511.17 10,656.59 (197.99) (10,854.58) 2% Fire Dues 54,501.92 64,345.25 65,000.00 73,468.77 73,000.00 8,000.00 (468.77) Exempt Computer Aid 1,730.37 1,730.37 1,730.37 1,730.37 1,730.37 0.00 0.00 Video Service Prov Aid 19,153.48 19,153.48 19,153.48 19,153.48 19,153.48 0.00 0.00 State Transportation Aids 464,759.39 534,473.30 561,766.95 561,766.95 615,156.26 53,389.31 53,389.31 State Disaster Aid 62,865.06 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 DNR Recycling Grant 18,582.64 0.00 0.00 21,405.65 21,405.65 21,405.65 0.00 Other State Payments 1,014.41 600.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 FUND 43 TOTAL 748,291.52 1,010,027.42 991,983.31 1,050,514.32 1,085,919.42 93,936.11 35,405.10 Change 165,193.22 261,735.90 (18,044.11) 58,531.01 POLICE DEPARTMENT GRANTS – These are specialized grants applied for and obtained by the Police Department throughout the fiscal year. Due to the unpredictability of the success of such applications, no revenue funds are allocated to this category at the beginning of the year. FIRE DEPARTMENT GRANTS – These are specialized grants applied for and obtained by the Fire Department throughout the fiscal year. Due to the unpredictability of the success of such applications, no revenue funds are allocated to this category at the beginning of the year. STATE SHARED REVENUE - The shared revenue program is a way of collecting tax es from communities throughout Wisconsin and redistributing them back to these communities. The program was first created in 1911 when Wisconsin became the first state to institute a progressive income tax. Under the most recent state budget, shared revenue would be paid for by tapping 20% of the State's 5 percent sales tax - aid wo uld then grow along with sales tax revenue. This has resulted in a large increase in state shared revenue for Hobart. PERSONAL PROPERTY STATE AID – 2017 Act 59 created a property tax exemption for personal property classified as machinery, tools, and patterns not used for manufacturing purposes, effectiv e with property assessed as of January 1, 2018. The Legislature authorized persona l property aid payments to hold local governments harmless fo r the loss in taxable value and to hold ta xpayers harmless by negating any shift in property taxes to the remaining taxable property that would otherwise occur due to this exemption. 2% FIRE DUES – Every year, all insurers conducting fire insurance business in Wisconsin must pay the state 2% of all premiums they have collected for insurance loss by fire. The state also contributes 2% of premiums paid to the Local Government Property Insurance Fund for the insurance of public property, other than State property. Each municipality seeking fire dues must submit an annual self-certification form to DSPS. PAGE 38 6 – Proposed 2026 Budget EXEMPT COMPUTER AID – This program reimburses municipalities for lost revenues caused by the creation of the personal property tax exemptions (1999) for computers, cash registers, and fax machines. VIDEO SERVICE PROVIDER AID – 2019 Act 9 required municipalities to reduce fees assessed on certain video service providers, beginning in 2020. Municipalities were required to reduce their fees by 0.5%, effecti ve January 1, 2020, and by 1%, effective January 1, 2021. A State aid program was created to hold municipalities harmless for the associated reduction in revenue. STATE TRANSPORTATION AID – General Transportation Aid (GTA) is paid to local governments (counties, cities, villages, and towns) to assist in the maintenance of local roads and the local costs of improvement and construction of those roads. This aid must be used for tr ansportation-related expenditures. Aid payments are made from the State's segregated transportation fund, whic h includes revenues from the motor fue l tax, vehicle registration fees, and other transportation-related taxes and fees. There are two basi c formulas by which general transportation aid is distributed: (1) share of costs aid; and (2) mileage aid. Hobart has seen a large increase in transportation aid over the past several years. STATE DISASTER AID – The Wisconsin Disaster Fund (WDF) is a State-funded reim bursement program that allows local governmental units to recoup costs incurred while responding to and recovering from disaster incidents. The State reimburses 70% of eligible costs af ter the local governmental unit submits a complete WDF application. The Village received WDF funds in 2023 for a 2022 severe weather event. DNR RECYCLING GRANT – This is an annual grant the Village applies for with the Wisconsin DNR. OTHER STATE PAYMENTS – This account records additional State funding. In 2023, the Village received an election grant ($1,014.41) Licenses and Permits (Fund 44) Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 License and Permits 4,851.14 5,110.45 2,000.00 2,800.00 2,500.00 500.00 (300.00) Liquor Licenses 2,510.00 3,200.00 3,000.00 3,300.00 3,000.00 0.00 (300.00) Liquor License Legal Ads 750.00 175.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 0.00 0.00 Cigarette Licenses 200.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 Franchise Fees-Cable TV 39,659.07 36,776.60 35,000.00 37,000.00 37,000.00 2,000.00 0.00 Operators-Background Ch 546.00 738.00 1,000.00 600.00 750.00 (250.00) 150.00 Short Term Rent License 0.00 1,200.00 0.00 800.00 800.00 800.00 0.00 Dog Lic and County Ref 4,550.84 5,190.03 4,900.00 4,550.00 4,500.00 (400.00) (50.00) Building Perm-Insp Fees 96,606.00 171,411.00 60,000.00 110,000.00 70,000.00 10,000.00 (40,000.00) State Seals Collected 289.14 522.38 500.00 4,560.00 500.00 0.00 (4,060.00) Admin Fees for Permits 6,250.00 8,890.00 4,000.00 4,655.00 4,000.00 0.00 (655.00) Erosion Control Fees 3,701.00 4,573.00 2,500.00 2,200.00 2,000.00 (500.00) (200.00) Security Deposit-Build Per (2,000.00) 1,000.00 1,500.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 (500.00) 0.00 Zone-Cnd Use-Var Fee 1,575.00 225.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 0.00 (300.00) CSM/Plat Fees 2,150.00 950.00 500.00 1,050.00 500.00 0.00 (550.00) Site Review Permit/Fees 900.00 675.00 500.00 750.00 500.00 0.00 (250.00) Rent-Parks/ Shelt/Hall 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Reimbursements 6,611.26 5,742.28 0.00 10,317.99 0.00 0.00 (10,317.99) Quarry-Other Perm/Fees 7,095.00 5,500.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 0.00 0.00 GIS Permits 14,335.00 5,930.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 FUND 44 TOTAL 190,579.45 257,908.74 120,650.00 189,032.99 132,300.00 11,650.00 (56,732.99) Change 5,514.17 67,329.29 (137,258.74) 68,382.99 LICENSES AND PERMITS – Revenue from a variety of fees and permits (direct sellers, burning, exotic wildlife, etc.) is placed in this account. LIQUOR LICENSES – This revenue comes from the issuance of liquor licenses in the Village. LIQUOR LICENSE LEGAL ADS – This revenue is a segment of the liquor license fees and offsets the cost of the legal publications. CIGARETTE LICENSES – This revenue comes from the issuance of cigarette licenses ($100) in the Village. FRANCHISE FEES/CABLE TV – The Village collects a special tax on cable television service. In 2019, the Wisconsin State Legislature reduced the fees cable companies pay to municipalities. OPERATORS-BACKGROUND CHECKS – This revenue offsets the costs of doing background checks, mainly for liquor licensing. SHORT TERM RENTAL LICENSE – The Village implemented a short term rental license in 2024. DOG LICENSES AND COUNTY REFUND – This revenue comes from the issuance of dog licenses . The 2026 fees are as follows: Dog License (spayed or neutered) - $10 and Dog License (not spayed or neutered) - $20. BUILDING PERMIT INSPECTION FEES - This revenue comes from the issuance of building permits and other related inspections. STATE SEALS COLLECTED – The building permit seal is a State requirement for 1- and 2-family new dwellings only. ADMNISTRATIVE FEES FOR PERMITS – This is a charge levied on permits for administrative costs. EROSION CONTROL FEES – This revenue comes from Chapter 150 (Erosion Control and Stormwater Management) of the Municipal Code. SECURITY DEPOSIT-BUILDING PERMITS – This revenue comes from the application of Chapter 95 (Alarm Systems) of the Municipal Code. PAGE 39 7 – Proposed 2026 Budget ZONE-CONDITIONAL USE-VARIANCE FEES – This revenue comes from a variety of land use permits and applications (I.E. rezoning, PDD, etc.) CSM/PLAT FEES - This revenue comes from a variety of land division applications. SITE REVIEW PERMIT/FEES - This revenue comes from a variety of site review applications. PARK FEE FROM BUILDING PERMITS – This revenue has been reallocated to Fund 10 (Park and Recreation). PARK FEE FROM DEVELOPER – This revenue has been reallocated to Fund 10 (Park and Recreation). RENT-PARKS/SHELTERS/HALL – This revenue has been reallocated to Fund 10 (Park and Recreation). REIMBURSEMENTS –. Due to the unpredictability of those sources, no funds are placed in the initial budget of the year. QUARRY-OTHER PERMITS/FEES – Revenue comes from right-of-way permits, and quarry permits. GIS PERMITS – This is a limited revenue source applied to building permits. Revenue is allocated to the Village GIS reserved account. Fines, Forfeitures and Penalties (Fund 45) Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Dog License Late Fees 240.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 FUND 45 TOTAL 240.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Change (290.00) (240.00) 0.00 DOG LICENSES LATE FEES – This revenue comes from the late fees on the issuance of dog licenses. Public Charges for Services (Fund 46) Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Gen Govt Chrge for Servi 24,835.60 6,325.53 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 0.00 0.00 Hobart - Court Fees 64,552.03 65,656.79 70,000.00 50,000.00 60,000.00 (10,000.00) 10,000.00 Reimbursement-Lawrence 688,553.58 729,279.40 794,319.68 800,000.00 824,628.09 30,308.41 24,628.09 School Liaison 71,419.16 157,802.25 104,890.66 104,890.66 172,880.38 67,989.72 67,989.72 Hobart Portion-Park Tick 3,950.00 1,818.99 2,500.00 1,100.00 2,000.00 (500.00) 900.00 Police Reimbursements 0.00 2,422.91 0.00 3,211.52 0.00 0.00 (3,211.52) Fire Calls on Roads 1,639.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Garb/Rec Spec Charge 431,299.52 330.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Tower & Land Rent Fees 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 FUND 46 TOTAL 1,286,248.89 963,635.87 976,710.34 964,202.18 1,064,508.47 87,798.13 100,306.29 Change 120,448.30 (322,613.02) 13,074.47 (12,508.16) GENERAL GOVERNMENT CHARGE FOR SERVICES – Revenue comes from a number of sources for services provided by the Village. HOBART COURT FEES – This revenue comes from the Hobart Municipal Court, with a portion being allocated to Lawrence. REIMBURSEMENT-LAWRENCE – This is the revenue from Lawrence for the operation of the Police Department and the Municipal Court. The Police amounts are set for the next nine years – 2027 ($833,599.03) , 2028 ($875,278.98), 2029 ($919,042.93), 2030 ($964,995.08), 2031 ($1,013,244.83), 2032 ($1,063,907.07), 2033 ($1,117,102.42), 2034 ($1,172,957.54) and 2035 ($1,231,605.42) SCHOOL LIAISON – This revenue from the West De Pere and Pulaski School Districts for their School Resource Officers. HOBART-PARKING TICKETS - This revenue comes from the Hobart Municipal Court, with a portion being allocated to Lawrence. POLICE REIMBURSEMENTS – This revenue comes from miscellaneous fees for service collected by the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department. FIRE CALLS ON ROADS - Wisconsin law provides a mechanism for local governments to recover up to $500 of their costs for responding to fire calls on highways maintained by the State. This program is intended to provide relief for those situations when fire services are req uired on the State highway right-of-way and the local government responsible for providing the service is unable to recover the costs for that ser vice from the party receiving the service, or when the responsible party is unknown. GARBAGE-RECYCLING SPECIAL CHARGES – This is the charge the Village applies to property owners for garbage and recycling collection. This has been moved to Fund 14 (Garbage and Recycling). TOWER AND LAND RENT FEES – The Village received rental fees from cell tower providers. The revenue has been reallocated to the Water Utility per Public Service Commission guidelines as of 2023 due to the fact the Village property being rented was the water tower. Miscellaneous Revenue (Fund 48) Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Interest on Accounts 263,234.51 177,619.31 175,000.00 175,000.00 150,000.00 (25,000.00) (25,000.00) FUND 48 TOTAL 263,234.51 177,619.31 175,000.00 175,000.00 150,000.00 (25,000.00) (25,000.00) Change 221,741.94 (85,615.20) (2,619.31) 0.00 PAGE 40 8 – Proposed 2026 Budget INTEREST ON ACCOUNTS – This revenue comes from the investment of the Village’s funds in vari ous investment options . We anticipate lower revenue due to the Federal Reserve’s actions involving interest rates in late 2025. Other Funding Sources (Fund 49) Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Transfer from San Sewer 40,000.00 19,739.14 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Street Lighting 70,461.00 72,759.36 71,000.00 76,487.91 80,663.99 9,663.99 4,176.08 Lighting Admin Fee 3,708.47 3,829.44 3,800.00 4,025.68 4,000.00 200.00 (25.68) Mem Bricks/Tree Sales 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 FUND 49 TOTAL 114,169.47 96,327.94 74,800.00 80,513.59 84,663.99 9,863.99 4,150.40 Change 7,206.62 (17,841.53) (21,527.94) 5,713.59 TRANSFER FROM SANITARY SEWER – In 2017, the Village Board approved the transfer $219,739.14 from the Unreserved Capital Fund to the Sanitary Sewer Fund. The transfer was repaid starting in 2019 ($40,000 per year). 2024 was the final year of the repayment ($19,739.14). STREET LIGHTING – This is a street lighting charge applied to specific properties and neighborhoods in Hobart. LIGHTING ADMIN FEE - This is a street lighting administrative charge applied to specific properties and neighborhoods in Hobart. MEMORIAL BRICKS/TREE SALES – This is a fund where donations for tree planting and placement of memorial bricks is allocated. Due to the unpredictability of those sources, no funds are placed in the initial budget of the year. GENERAL FUND – General Government (Fund 51) Village Board Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Salary-Wage 45,576.92 45,345.91 45,000.00 45,000.00 45,345.91 345.91 345.91 FICA/Medicare 3,419.86 3,441.88 3,442.00 3,442.00 3,442.00 0.00 0.00 Board Supplies 281.91 376.85 600.00 7,600.00 9,000.00 8,400.00 1,400.00 Education and Travel 5,277.22 6,413.61 1,500.00 500.00 500.00 (1,000.00) 0.00 TOTAL 54,555.91 55,578.25 50,542.00 56,542.00 58,287.91 7,745.91 1,745.91 Change (271.67) 1,022.34 (5,036.25) 6,000.00 The Hobart Village Board consists of 4 Trus tees and a Village President each elected "at-la rge" to 2-year overlapping terms. The Village President serves a term of 3 years. The elected officials are entrusted by the public to create and enact policies that uphold the health, safety, general welfare, morals and principles of Village residents. Members of the V illage Board are as follows: Rich He idel (Board President), Dave Di llenburg, Melissa Tanke, Vanya Koepke and Tammy Zittlow. In 2026, two of the positions on the Board (currently held by Koepke and Zittlow) and the Board President will be on the Spring election ballot. The annual salary for the Village President was set at $15,000, and the annual salary for each Trustee was set at $7,500 in 2014. (Municipal Code § 82-2). Municipal Court-Judge Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Judge - Salary/Wage 8,400.00 8,400.00 9,400.00 9,400.00 10,400.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 Court Clerk - Salary 31,621.83 32,577.62 34,152.00 34,152.00 36,024.00 1,872.00 1,872.00 Court - Clerk WRS 2,152.99 2,220.45 2,373.56 2,373.56 2,593.73 220.17 220.17 Court-Judge FICA/Med 642.60 642.62 720.00 720.00 748.80 28.80 28.80 Court-Clerk FICA/Med 2,422.10 2,462.22 2,971.01 2,971.01 2,755.84 (215.17) (215.17) Court - Fringe Benefits 42.50 40.75 56.25 56.25 50.40 (5.85) (5.85) Court - Supplies 8,586.32 3,321.72 3,000.00 3,000.00 2,500.00 (500.00) (500.00) Court – Tech 2,856.47 11,017.20 15,000.00 13,500.00 14,500.00 (500.00) 1,000.00 Court - Educ/Conf/Travel 2,251.33 2,233.52 2,600.00 2,600.00 2,600.00 0.00 0.00 Court - Detention 160.00 40.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Court - Attorney 33,360.22 24,558.02 25,000.00 12,500.00 20,000.00 (5,000.00) 7,500.00 TOTAL 92,496.36 87,514.12 95,272.82 81,272.82 92,172.76 (3,100.06) 10,899.94 Change 10,412.68 (4,982.24) 7,758.70 (14,000.00) The Hobart/Lawrence Municipal Court is a joint venture between the Village of Hobart and the Town of Lawrence. Under Section 755 of the Wisconsin Statutes, the Municipal Court has exclusive jurisdiction over all egations of ordinance or traffic violations brought by the Village of Hobart or the Town of Lawrence. The current Municipal Judge is Gregg Schreiber. The current Municipal Cour t Clerk is Amanda Wangerin. The Board approved an increase in the salary for the judge in 2024 to align more closely to neighboring courts (2026 - $10,400; 2027 - $11,400). PAGE 41 9 – Proposed 2026 Budget General Legal Expenses Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 General Legal Expenses 103,257.11 187,329.40 140,000.00 270,000.00 150,000.00 10,000.00 (120,000.00) TOTAL 103,257.11 187,329.40 140,000.00 270,000.00 150,000.00 10,000.00 (120,000.00) Change 27,020.07 84,072.29 (47,329.40) 130,000.00 The Village Attorney is Frank Kowalkowski, with the firm of von Briesen & Roper, s.c. He has an extensive Native American Law practice representing municipalities, counties, state governments, businesses and individuals relative to fee to trust applications, reservation boundary disputes, jurisdictional disputes, land use issues, mining operations, tr ibal permitting, tribal taxation, tribal business licenses, contracting with Native American Tribes, tribal jurisdiction over non-tribal members, on and off reservation hunting and fishing rights, EPA regulations, and tribal policing a uthority. Frank has a significant appellate practice and has represented clients before the 7th Ci rcuit Court of Appeals, the U.S.  Supreme Court, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals and the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Village Administrator Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Salary/Wage 47,646.21 53,396.70 48,300.00 48,300.00 43,470.00 (4,830.00) (4,830.00) WRS 3,176.85 3,216.12 3,356.85 3,356.85 3,129.84 (227.01) (227.01) FICA/Medicare 3,355.59 3,819.02 3,694.95 3,694.95 3,325.46 (369.50) (369.50) Fringe Benefits 10,399.82 11,647.69 13,865.30 13,865.30 13,429.06 (436.24) (436.24) Supplies 241.86 898.87 500.00 250.00 250.00 (250.00) 0.00 Educ/Conf/Travel 253.76 298.18 500.00 600.00 250.00 (250.00) (350.00) TOTAL 65,074.09 73,276.58 70,217.10 70,067.10 63,854.35 (6,362.75) (6,212.75) Change 11,547.68 8,202.49 (3,059.48) (150.00) The Administrator serves as the chief administrative officer for the daily operations of the Village and reports directly to th e Village Board of Trustees. This is a full-time, salaried position appointed by the Village Board. He/she serves the Board in the development and implementation of its legislative policies. The Administrator shall manage, analyze, direct, supervise, evaluate, be responsible for and coordina te all departments, divisions, and services of Village Government and of all officers and employees thereof which are under the control and jurisdi ction of the Village Board as provided by law, and make recommendations respecting the same to the Board. Aaron Kramer has served as the Administrat or for Hobart since March 2017, after serving as City Administrator in Prairi e du Chien (2010-17). Previously, he served as the Mayor of Ripo n, WI (2003-2010). Economic Development Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Marketing Supplies 5,283.49 6,849.34 5,500.00 7,100.00 5,500.00 0.00 (1,600.00) Plan and Engineer 4,567.64 697.61 7,500.00 3,500.00 3,500.00 (4,000.00) 0.00 TOTAL 9,851.13 7,546.95 13,000.00 10,600.00 9,000.00 (4,000.00) (1,600.00) Change (32,117.88) (2,304.18) 5,453.05 (2,400.00) Most of the expenses are for planning and engineering costs, as well as any municipal advertising, promotion or sponsorship. Village Clerk-Treasurer Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Salary/Wage 78,754.80 116,253.38 136,479.16 136,479.16 128,018.27 (8,460.89) (8,460.89) WRS 4,712.73 7,474.23 8,379.48 8,379.48 7,821.79 (557.69) (557.69) FICA/Medicare 5,777.66 9,021.58 10,440.66 10,440.66 9,793.40 (647.26) (647.26) Fringe Benefits 5,092.27 5,541.12 6,038.72 6,038.72 5,633.49 (405.24) (405.24) Supplies 10,128.18 9,981.42 9,000.00 8,500.00 9,000.00 0.00 500.00 Legal Ads 3,056.52 2,794.18 2,500.00 2,500.00 2,500.00 0.00 0.00 Educ/Conf/Travel 1,331.71 1,137.80 5,000.00 4,500.00 4,500.00 (500.00) 0.00 Outside Services 19,654.23 18,121.86 14,000.00 18,000.00 18,000.00 4,000.00 0.00 TOTAL 128,508.10 170,325.57 191,838.02 194,838.02 185,266.95 (6,571.07) (9,571.07) Change 6,592.97 41,817.47 21,512.45 3,000.00 The Village Clerk and Village Treasurer work under the direction of the Village Administrator to carry out the day-to-day administrative tasks associated with municipal government. The position of Village Clerk-Treasurer was divided into two separate positions in 2023. The Clerk (Lisa Vanden Heuvel) has the following responsibilities: elec tions administration; records retention and management; serving as secretary at public meetings; fulfilling requests for information; administer ing oaths of office and serving as a notary pub lic. The Treasurer (Stacy Bell) has the foll owing responsibilities: PAGE 42 10 – Proposed 2026 Budget monitoring Village finances and investments; monitoring tax assessments and special charges; managi ng the Village’s financial m atters and responsibilities, as well as debt service. General Office Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Unemployment 3,169.36 5,184.95 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Gen Office Supply 12,967.13 12,610.52 15,000.00 13,500.00 14,500.00 (500.00) 1,000.00 All Phones 8,574.90 8,820.34 7,500.00 7,200.00 7,500.00 0.00 300.00 Info Tech-Internet 7,736.43 8,052.00 8,250.00 7,500.00 8,000.00 (250.00) 500.00 Info Tech-Comp Support 19,556.10 42,334.26 25,000.00 16,500.00 18,000.00 (7,000.00) 1,500.00 GIS Maintenance 0.00 2,096.18 0.00 1,502.25 0.00 0.00 (1,502.25) TOTAL 52,003.92 79,098.25 55,750.00 46,202.25 48,000.00 (7,750.00) 1,797.75 Change (33,032.54) 27,094.33 (23,348.25) (9,547.75) Most of the operational costs of the Village office are assigned to this category, such as technology, phone system and general office supplies. Tribal Affairs Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Outside Services 11,000.00 12,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 TOTAL 11,000.00 12,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Change (2,000.00) 1,000.00 (12,000.00) The work was transitioned to an as-needed, individual project basis versus a retainer-based system in 2024. Elections Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Poll workers Wage 4,123.62 13,726.64 3,000.00 4,000.00 18,000.00 15,000.00 14,000.00 FICA/Medicare 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 (100.00) 0.00 Supplies 10,829.91 21,578.61 5,000.00 10,000.00 25,880.00 20,880.00 15,880.00 Educ/Conf/Travel 63.25 430.81 500.00 500.00 600.00 100.00 100.00 TOTAL 15,016.78 35,736.06 8,600.00 14,500.00 44,480.00 35,880.00 29,980.00 Change (6,298.40) 20,719.28 (27,136.06) 5,900.00 The 2026 election schedule includes a Spring Primary (if needed) on February 17, a Spring Election on April 7, a Partisan Primary on August 11, and the General Election on November 3. This increase in elections over 2025 necessitated the budget increase. Audit Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Audit 10,158.35 9,355.50 12,000.00 10,750.00 11,500.00 (500.00) 750.00 TOTAL 10,158.35 9,355.50 12,000.00 10,750.00 11,500.00 (500.00) 750.00 Change 13,523.72 (802.85) 2,644.50 (1,250.00) The Village undergoes an audit each year conducted by CLA-CliftonLarsonAllen. Assessor Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Outside Services 41,774.87 39,688.73 39,000.00 38,918.01 64,824.00 25,824.00 25,905.99 TOTAL 41,774.87 39,688.73 39,000.00 38,918.01 64,824.00 25,824.00 25,905.99 Change 3,354.10 (2,086.14) (688.73) (81.99) The Village’s assessor is Fair Market Assessments (Green Bay) - http://www.assessordata.net/. Under a contract which will run from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028, Fair Market Assessments will provide assessment services, along with a Village wide “market adjustment” revaluation in 2027 to update Village assessment records. This revaluation had originally been scheduled for 2026. Building/Plant Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 PAGE 43 11 – Proposed 2026 Budget Wage 1,199.41 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 WRS 32.86 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Fringe Benefits 4,124.39 1,982.92 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 0.00 0.00 Supplies 6,052.00 17,491.12 17,500.00 20,000.00 20,000.00 2,500.00 0.00 Maintenance 6,430.07 7,158.49 8,500.00 8,000.00 8,000.00 (500.00) 0.00 Utilities 35,295.03 38,595.88 36,000.00 42,000.00 42,000.00 6,000.00 0.00 TOTAL 53,133.76 65,228.41 64,000.00 72,000.00 72,000.00 8,000.00 0.00 Change 9,991.03 12,094.65 (1,228.41) 8,000.00 Tax Adjustments Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Tax Adjustments 5,877.13 1,823.80 0.00 1,000.00 0.00 0.00 (1,000.00) TOTAL 5,877.13 1,823.80 0.00 1,000.00 0.00 0.00 (1,000.00) Change 7,253.41 (4,053.33) (1,823.80) 1,000.00 Insurance Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Work Comp 3,827.81 3,725.41 4,000.00 3,792.91 4,000.00 0.00 207.09 Liability 9,000.00 9,600.00 10,000.00 6,987.00 7,250.00 (2,750.00) 263.00 Property 2,944.00 4,117.96 4,250.00 4,756.00 5,000.00 750.00 244.00 Auto 474.00 3,028.00 3,250.00 4,267.00 4,500.00 1,250.00 233.00 Health Reimbursement 7,501.42 9,064.40 7,500.00 9,000.00 9,000.00 1,500.00 0.00 Life Insurance 945.83 1,173.64 825.00 1,003.37 1,250.00 425.00 246.63 TOTAL 24,693.06 30,709.41 29,825.00 29,806.28 31,000.00 1,175.00 1,193.72 Change 356.64 6,016.35 (884.41) (18.72) FUND 51 TOTAL 667,400.57 855,211.03 770,044.94 896,496.48 830,385.98 60,341.04 (66,110.51) Change (11,277.61) 187,810.46 (85,166.09) 126,451.54 GENERAL FUND – EXPENDITURES – Public Safety (Fund 52) Police Department Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Salary/Wage 1,258,642.25 1,289,380.57 1,373,522.28 1,373,522.28 1,400,188.88 26,666.60 26,666.60 Overtime 8,517.19 47,705.62 35,000.00 35,000.00 25,000.00 (10,000.00) (10,000.00) Part Time Salary/Wage 12,216.02 17,511.03 20,000.00 30,000.00 40,122.00 20,122.00 10,122.00 WRS 160,050.81 184,459.73 196,785.81 207,000.00 210,000.00 13,214.19 3,000.00 FICA/Medicare 93,948.06 99,520.92 108,975.94 109,000.00 113,157.94 4,182.00 4,157.94 Fringe Benefits 230,567.31 196,496.27 234,755.63 265,000.00 316,238.26 81,482.63 51,238.26 Supplies 11,018.41 17,069.26 15,000.00 15,000.00 15,000.00 0.00 0.00 Phone & Tech Support 56,804.41 42,226.53 93,500.00 91,000.00 120,000.00 26,500.00 29,000.00 Blood Draws 1,211.71 1,398.44 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 0.00 0.00 Educ/Conf/Travel 7,633.56 9,006.44 10,000.00 11,500.00 10,000.00 0.00 (1,500.00) Career Development 0.00 0.00 24,416.56 15,500.00 21,076.38 (3,340.18) 5,576.38 New Equipment 2,093.56 3,755.35 1,500.00 1,500.00 2,000.00 500.00 500.00 Fuel 50,654.59 45,381.28 47,000.00 41,000.00 47,000.00 0.00 6,000.00 Vehicle Maintenance 15,652.13 16,873.40 18,000.00 15,000.00 18,000.00 0.00 3,000.00 Workers Compensation 46,327.82 44,244.80 50,000.00 44,277.36 45,000.00 (5,000.00) 722.64 Uniform Expense 10,495.10 7,948.31 10,000.00 10,000.00 10,200.00 200.00 200.00 Liability Insurance 6,137.00 6,200.00 6,900.00 8,102.00 8,200.00 1,300.00 98.00 Property Insurance 600.00 935.90 1,050.00 1,175.00 1,200.00 150.00 25.00 Auto Insurance 2,500.00 2,450.00 2,750.00 3,610.00 3,800.00 1,050.00 190.00 Health Reimbursement 20,371.43 14,415.02 24,750.00 19,000.00 20,000.00 (4,750.00) 1,000.00 Ammunition/Weapons 2,957.90 4,020.61 4,500.00 4,000.00 4,000.00 (500.00) 0.00 Crime Prevention 645.19 601.35 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 0.00 0.00 PAGE 44 12 – Proposed 2026 Budget TOTAL 1,999,044.45 2,051,600.83 2,281,406.22 2,303,186.64 2,433,183.46 151,777.24 129,996.82 Change 255,336.98 52,556.38 229,805.39 21,780.42 The Hobart-Lawrence Police Department (HLPD) was estab lished in 2001. The Town of Lawrenc e and Village of Hobart established a cooperative department to provide the highest quality at the lowest cost to taxpayers. This group of dedicated professionals includes one f ull time Chief, one full- time Captain, two full time Sergeants, one Investigator, and 10 full-time police officers that include a K-9 unit, one therapy dog, and two school liaison officers (Pulaski and West De Pere School Districts). Fire Department Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Salary/Wage 76,656.54 93,166.36 110,000.00 95,000.00 100,000.00 (10,000.00) 5,000.00 FICA/Medicare 5,344.99 6,899.82 6,875.00 6,250.00 6,875.00 0.00 625.00 Supplies 4,980.89 5,318.88 7,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 (2,000.00) 0.00 Phone and Tech Support 4,593.02 6,809.35 14,000.00 14,500.00 16,000.00 2,000.00 1,500.00 Educ/Conf/Travel 6,809.58 2,489.13 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 0.00 0.00 Lunch 1,589.83 528.88 2,500.00 5,000.00 3,000.00 500.00 (2,000.00) New Equipment 9,215.01 6,956.01 9,000.00 8,000.00 8,000.00 (1,000.00) 0.00 Fuel 8,060.70 7,351.26 11,000.00 7,500.00 8,000.00 (3,000.00) 500.00 Physicals 7,928.00 3,355.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 0.00 0.00 Vehicle Maintenance 8,625.00 14,760.17 18,000.00 33,000.00 20,000.00 2,000.00 (13,000.00) Workers Compensation 6,848.37 6,194.28 6,500.00 11,235.73 11,000.00 4,500.00 (235.73) Uniform Expense 2,941.07 1,160.53 4,500.00 4,500.00 4,500.00 0.00 0.00 Liability Insurance 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,300.00 2,305.00 2,500.00 (800.00) 195.00 Property Insurance 1,500.00 2,058.98 2,250.00 2,518.00 2,600.00 350.00 82.00 Auto Insurance 8,000.00 8,500.00 8,750.00 11,487.00 11,750.00 3,000.00 263.00 Hydrant Rental 223,034.00 240,877.00 223,034.00 223,034.00 223,034.00 0.00 0.00 Station Maintenance 8,924.17 9,840.67 7,500.00 6,000.00 6,500.00 (1,000.00) 500.00 Equipment Repair 4,950.83 8,855.72 8,000.00 7,500.00 7,500.00 (500.00) 0.00 2% Fire Expenses 60,567.88 53,547.44 65,000.00 73,468.77 73,000.00 8,000.00 (468.77) FUND 44 TOTAL 453,569.88 481,669.48 515,209.00 524,298.50 517,259.00 2,050.00 (7,039.50) Change (2,719.49) 28,099.60 33,539.52 9,089.50 The Hobart Fire Department is an all- volunteer department serving the Village’s 33 square miles and a population of over 11,000. There are two fire stations. Station I is located on the corner of S. Pine Tree Road and Florist; Station II is located on Country Court off N. O verland Road. The Fire Department responds to over 150 calls a year, some of the calls are structure fires, car accidents, extrication, carbon monoxid e checks, search and rescue, and wild land/brush fires. The Fire Department is also responsible for the semi-annual fire inspections for commercial businesses, issuance of burning and fireworks permits, and public fire education events. The Hobart firefighters regularly meet two times a month for a business meeting and a training meeting. Several other training opportunities and pub lic education events are held thr oughout the year. The Hobart F ire Department is led by the Fire Chief (Jerry Lancelle) who is assisted by an Assistant Chief of Traini ng, Assistant Chief of Safety, Captain of Mai ntenance, Captain of Administration, and the Firefighters. Hobart firefighters are all tr ained to a minimum of State level Firefighter 1 Certificati on. Many of our firefighters continue their training to be certified in other areas of expertise, including Firefighter II, Engine Operator, Haz-mat, Extraction, Instructor, Fire Inspector, and Safety to name a few. Training is paid for by the Village, State or Federal Govern ment. In 2023, the Village replaced the s tation on South Pine Tree Road with a new facility. A new compensation policy for the Department was passed by the Village Board in 2025. Ambulance-First Responders Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Ambulance 136,400.00 126,230.00 132,581.50 132,581.50 139,190.57 6,609.07 6,609.07 TOTAL 136,400.00 126,230.00 132,581.50 132,581.50 139,190.57 6,609.07 6,609.07 Change 9,728.73 (10,170.00) 6,351.50 0.00 The ambulance charges are based on a contract with County Rescue, which will be in effect through 2040. The annual cost through the remainder of the decade has been established by contract – 2026 ($157,900), 2027 ($165,800), 2028 ($174,100), 2029 ($182,800). The annual rate will be adjusted, if needed, based on the population in the 2030 c ensus. Starting in 2024, County Rescue also has an ambulance located in the new fire station. The annual space usage charge through the remainder of the decade, which increases five (5) percent per year, is as follows: 2026 ( $18,709.43), 2027 ($19,644.90), 2028 ($20,627.47), 2029 ($21,658.50). PAGE 45 13 – Proposed 2026 Budget Planning-Code Compliance Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Salary/Wage 73,753.84 75,920.05 80,404.48 80,404.48 78,394.37 (2,010.11) (2,010.11) WRS 5,080.14 5,309.20 5,588.11 5,588.11 5,644.40 56.28 56.28 FICA/Medicare 5,284.76 5,415.02 6,150.94 6,150.94 5,997.17 (153.77) (153.77) Fringe Benefits 24,356.15 26,476.19 28,817.28 28,817.28 34,944.86 6,127.58 6,127.58 Supplies 428.35 1,099.21 7,500.00 4,000.00 4,000.00 (3,500.00) 0.00 Educ/Conf/Travel 730.00 690.00 750.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 250.00 0.00 Inspection Services 5,435.00 6,374.00 7,000.00 13,189.00 14,000.00 7,000.00 811.00 Fuel 562.67 536.30 750.00 750.00 600.00 (150.00) (150.00) Vehicle Maintenance 1,220.78 414.18 500.00 200.00 500.00 0.00 300.00 TOTAL 116,851.69 122,234.15 137,460.81 140,099.81 145,080.79 7,619.98 4,980.98 Change 15,829.41 5,382.46 15,226.66 Todd Gerbers is the current Director of Planning & Code Compliance. FUND 52 TOTAL 2,705,866.02 2,781,734.46 3,066,657.53 3,100,166.45 3,234,713.82 168,056.29 134,547.37 Change 278,175.63 75,868.44 284,923.07 33,508.92 168,056.29 134,547.37 GENERAL FUND – EXPENDITURES – Public Works (Fund 53) Public Works Department Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Overtime 21,064.78 19,658.68 20,000.00 25,000.00 25,000.00 5,000.00 0.00 Admin Salary/Wage 23,345.66 26,450.25 25,131.60 25,131.60 20,909.49 (4,222.11) (4,222.11) Labor Salary/Wage 104,756.33 110,708.93 93,606.40 77,748.00 81,401.68 (12,204.72) 3,653.68 Part Time Season 32,330.82 28,371.43 16,000.00 16,000.00 16,000.00 0.00 0.00 Admin WRS 1,587.31 1,777.97 1,746.65 1,746.65 1,505.48 (241.17) (241.17) Labor WRS 8,399.18 8,114.59 7,500.00 6,783.00 7,500.00 0.00 717.00 Admin FICA/Medicare 1,700.82 1,888.82 1,922.57 1,922.57 1,599.58 (322.99) (322.99) Labor FICA/Medicare 12,221.82 11,816.55 12,000.00 10,000.00 9,750.00 (2,250.00) (250.00) Admin Fringe Benefits 6,605.35 8,433.22 9,275.62 9,275.62 8,988.41 (287.21) (287.21) Labor Fringe Benefits 18,122.03 20,570.84 15,262.89 13,000.00 15,437.27 174.38 2,437.27 Supplies 9,323.21 11,259.67 10,000.00 12,000.00 12,000.00 2,000.00 0.00 Phone and Tech Support 989.60 2,470.95 14,000.00 15,500.00 17,000.00 3,000.00 1,500.00 Educ/Conf/Travel 957.59 500.84 900.00 900.00 1,000.00 100.00 100.00 New Equipment 1,993.45 2,295.93 3,000.00 8,000.00 4,000.00 1,000.00 (4,000.00) Fuel 13,320.74 10,966.70 20,000.00 15,000.00 15,000.00 (5,000.00) 0.00 Vehicle Maintenance 14,097.22 9,876.57 13,000.00 24,000.00 20,000.00 7,000.00 (4,000.00) Workers Compensation 10,000.00 9,733.85 10,000.00 9,502.72 10,000.00 0.00 497.28 Uniform Allowance 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 Liability Insurance 900.00 690.00 725.00 506.00 600.00 (125.00) 94.00 Property Insurance 1,955.00 2,807.70 3,000.00 3,358.00 3,500.00 500.00 142.00 Auto Insurance 3,500.00 3,550.00 4,000.00 5,251.00 5,750.00 1,750.00 499.00 Equipment Rental 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2,500.00 2,500.00 2,500.00 Equipment Repair 8,469.63 7,938.85 9,000.00 9,000.00 9,000.00 0.00 0.00 Snow Removal 0.00 211.50 500.00 500.00 500.00 0.00 0.00 Stone 14,545.84 20,220.65 17,500.00 17,500.00 10,000.00 (7,500.00) (7,500.00) Sign Repair/Replace 20,906.27 13,918.47 25,000.00 25,000.00 15,000.00 (10,000.00) (10,000.00) Repair/Prevent Maint 28,516.20 21,708.04 50,000.00 50,000.00 45,000.00 (5,000.00) (5,000.00) Tree Removal/Maint 0.00 0.00 20,000.00 10,000.00 5,000.00 (15,000.00) (5,000.00) Salt/Sand 61,432.58 47,075.14 48,264.00 48,710.11 50,700.00 2,436.00 1,989.89 ROW Maint/Yard Waste 9,406.76 13,276.80 20,000.00 20,000.00 12,500.00 (7,500.00) (7,500.00) Equip/Lab/Bridge Match 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Streetlights 99,545.26 116,213.22 100,000.00 100,000.00 110,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 ** Garbage/Recycling 300,863.97 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 ** Landfill Tipping Fees 110,844.50 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 PAGE 46 14 – Proposed 2026 Budget ** Collect Events/Prog 3,175.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 FUND 53 TOTAL 944,876.92 532,506.16 571,334.73 561,335.27 542,141.90 (29,192.83) (19,193.37) Change 111,566.40 (412,370.76) 38,828.57 (9,999.46) ** - Moved to Fund 14 (Garbage and Recycling Program) GENERAL FUND – EXPENDITURES – Constable Services (Fund 54) Humane Officer Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Humane Society 1,291.41 7,579.59 3,500.00 7,500.00 8,000.00 4,500.00 500.00 FUND 54 TOTAL 1,291.41 7,579.59 3,500.00 7,500.00 8,000.00 4,500.00 500.00 Change (798.59) 6,288.18 (4,079.59) 4,000.00 The Village of Hobart contracts with the Village of Howard Citizen Animal Response Team (CART). The CART Team handles stray (found) pets, works to reunite lost pets, handles complaints, assists with injured and nuisance wildlife, and adv ocates for the humane treatment of all animals in our community. The CART Team is staffed by a group of paid on-call citizen volunteers who respond to calls after hours and on weekends. GENERAL FUND – EXPENDITURES – Park and Recreation (Fund 55) Park and Recreation expenses were moved to a new segregated fund (Fund 10) in 2023. GENERAL FUND – EXPENDITURES – Planning and Development (Fund 56) Planning and Development Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Plan & Zoning-Meetings 1,075.00 775.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 0.00 0.00 Education/Conf/Travel 0.00 20.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Site Review Meetings 475.00 400.00 500.00 500.00 500.00 0.00 0.00 FUND 56 TOTAL 1,550.00 1,195.00 1,500.00 1,500.00 1,500.00 0.00 0.00 Change (150.00) (355.00) 305.00 0.00 GENERAL FUND – EXPENDITURES – Other Financing Uses (Fund 59) Other Financing Uses Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Transfer to Debt Service 0.00 268,396.71 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Contingency 84,960.58 115,544.70 106,441.18 69,427.44 45,000.00 (61,441.18) (24,427.44) FUND 59 TOTAL 84,960.58 383,941.41 106,441.18 69,427.44 45,000.00 (61,441.18) (24,427.44) Change 33,303.10 298,980.83 (277,500.23) (37,013.74) PAGE 47 15 – Proposed 2026 Budget GENERAL FUND BUDGET HISTORY (2011-2026) GENERAL FUND BUDGET RESULTS (2011-2026) YEAR Revenues Expenses Surplus (Deficit) * 2026 $4,661,741.70 $4,661,741.70 $0.00 * 2025 4,636,425.64 4,636,425.64 0.00 2024 4,634,624.81 4,562,167.65 72,457.16 2023 4,549,685.25 4,405,945.50 143,739.75 2022 4,155,573.22 4,019,886.74 135,686.48 2021 3,865,747.33 3,600,940.26 264,807.07 2020 3,756,289.79 3,727,288.02 19,001.77 2019 3,766,047.91 3,414,260.45 351,786.46 2018 3,651,358.46 3,651,357.93 0.53 2017 3,529,549.62 3,529,659.82 (110.20) 2016 3,185,802.45 3,035,370.34 150,432.11 2015 3,022,749.00 2,868,752.58 153,996.42 2014 2,808,297.13 3,082,337.49 (274,040.36) 2013 2,926,131.36 3,062,047.43 (135,916.07) 2012 2,822,351.40 2,500,868.24 321,483.16 2011 2,638,631.77 2,540,506.85 98,124.92 * - Budgeted Amounts CASH BALANCE (Reserve) AT END OF FISCAL YEAR – GENERAL FUND YEAR Undesignated Reserve Park Development Fund (Reserved) Memorial Brick Fund (Reserved) Delinquent Tax/Specials (Reserved) GIS (Restricted) TOTAL RESERVE 2024 $1,983,972 0 0 0 $3,759 $1,987,731 2023 1,917,444 0 0 0 4,682 1,915,274 2022 1,761,091 0 0 0 10,442 1,771,533 2021 1,625,404 0 0 0 10,442 1,635,846 2020 1,366,393 303,692 5,286 0 4,682 1,680,053 2019 1,364,777 290,492 5,286 0 0 1,660,554 2018 1,012,990 290,492 5,286 0 0 1,308,768 2017 1,061,928 241,507 5,333 0 0 1,308,767 2016 1,111,023 192,522 5,333 0 0 1,308,878 2015 1,015,691 137,422 5,333 0 0 1,158,446 2014 867,732 133,720 5,333 (2,336) 0 1,004,449 -$400,000 -$350,000 -$300,000 -$250,000 -$200,000 -$150,000 -$100,000 -$50,000 $0 $50,000 $100,000 $150,000 $200,000 $250,000 $300,000 $350,000 $400,000 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 PAGE 48 16 – Proposed 2026 Budget 2013 1,176,864 96,232 5,393 27,747 0 1,306,235 2012 1,310,442 102,824 5,340 23,515 0 1,422,151 2011 822,227 48,365 5,864 244,212 0 1,120,668 2010 787,263 0 0 234,966 0 1,022,258 CASH BALANCE (Reserve) AT END OF FISCAL YEAR – GENERAL FUND (2010-2024) The General Fund posted a “real” surplus of $264,807.07 in FY2021. In the audit, a budget deficit of $44,207 is reported. The “deficit” was created by the transfer of $308,978 out of the General Fund reserve funds to the Park and Recreation Fund, which was created in 2021 to move that section of the General Fund into a segregated stand-alone fund. DEBT SERVICE (Fund 05) The General Fund Debt payments will increase by $15,915 in FY2026 to $1.037 million ($758,700 principal, $278,141.32 interest). The Debt Service Fund will discontinue drawing down the Debt Reserve Fund and the General Reserve Fund in order to sustain and grow the reserves for the anticipated Hobart Municipal Center project in 2028. As a result, the portion of the tax levy needed for bond payments in 2026 ($1,014,891. 32) is considerably larger than 2025’s budgeted amount ($762,089.92).  DEBT RESERVE: The debt reserve has a balance of $692,646 as of January 1, 2025. $228,729.31 was applied to the FY2025 Debt Service budget – the proposed FY2026 budget does not include any reserve funds being applied. This will result in a projected balance o f $463,917 in the debt service reserve.  GENERAL FUND RESERVE: Under Policy 2025-02, “the Village shall maintain the following minimum General Unassigned Fund Reserve Balances (“the General Fund Balance ”): 2026 - $1,350,000, 2027 - $1,400,000, 2028 - $1,450,000.” With the unreserved fund balan ce of $1,987,729.90 as of January 1, 2025, this equates to $637,729.90 more than ou r current policy requires, which maintains the Village’s financial foundation as we move toward the Municipal Center project. Overall, the Village will make a record $6,428,729.55 in debt pay ments in 2026 – TID #1 ($3,192,615.18), TID #2 ($1,519,908.55) , General Fund ($1,036,891.32), Water Fund ($384,511.16), Sewer Fund ($249,757.02), and Storm Water ($45,046.32). In all, $5,007,975.90 in pri ncipal will be extinguished next year. The Village’s overall debt portfolio will decrease from $54,839,008.11 on January 1, 2026 to $48,410,278.56 by the end of the budget year. Revenues Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Taxes (Fund 41) General Property Tax 950,370.00 619,370.00 662,089.82 762,089.92 1,014,891.32 352,801.50 252,801.40 Room Tax 0.00 409.61 150.00 3,000.00 2,000.00 (1,000.00) 1,850.00 Intergovernmental Revenue (Fund 43) $500,000 $700,000 $900,000 $1,100,000 $1,300,000 $1,500,000 $1,700,000 $1,900,000 $2,100,000 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 PAGE 49 17 – Proposed 2026 Budget Stadium Tax Refund 6,586.44 20,942.19 15,000.00 27,000.00 20,000.00 5,000.00 (7,000.00) Miscellaneous Revenue (Fund 48) Interest on Accounts 20,942.19 15,000.00 27,000.00 20,000.00 5,000.00 (7,000.00) 20,942.19 Other Funding Sources (Fund 49) Transfer from Gen Fund 0.00 268,396.71 105,000.00 0.00 0.00 (105,000.00) 0.00 Transfer from Debt Serv 0.00 0.00 238,736.43 0.00 0.00 (238,736.43) 0.00 Bond Premium 167,008.35 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 TOTAL REVENUE 1,127,156.99 910,582.81 1,020,976.25 792,246.94 1,036,891.32 15,915.07 244,644.38 Change 513,035.33 110,393.44 (228,729.31) Expenditures Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 6,450,000-2013 Principal 460,000.00 475,000.00 555,000.00 555,000.00 570,000.00 15,000.00 15,000.00 6,450,000-2013 Interest 124,220.00 109,720.00 93,101.25 93,101.25 74,820.00 (18,281.25) (18,281.25) 2,965,000-2020 Principal 0.00 0.00 75,000.00 75,000.00 75,000.00 0.00 0.00 2,965,000-2020 Interest 4,250.00 4,250.00 3,875.00 3,875.00 3,125.00 (750.00) (750.00) 4,425,000-2021 Principal 30,000.00 30,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4,425,000-2021 Interest 900.00 300.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4,900,000-2023 Principal 0.00 0.00 100,000.00 100,000.00 105,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 4,900,000-2023 Interest 0.00 272,222.24 194,000.00 194,000.00 189,900.00 (4,100.00) (4,100.00) 593,000-2025 Principal 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 8,750.00 8,750.00 8,750.00 593,000-2025 Interest 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 10,296.32 10,296.32 10,296.32 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 619,370.00 891,492.24 1,020,976.25 1,020,976.25 1,036,891.32 15,915.07 15,915.07 Change 5,355.56 272,122.24 129,484.01 NET 507,786.99 19,090.57 0.00 (228,729.31) 0.00 507,786.99 19,090.57 Existing General Fund Debt Debt Issue Issuance Interest Rate Final Year of Payments Principal Remaining (as of January 1st 2026) Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds 4-5-13 2.500-3.700% 3-1-29 $2,415,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2020 7-14-20 1.000-2.000% * 3-31-35 310,000 General Obligation Note, Series 2023B 3-21-23 4.00% 3-1-43 4,800,000 ** General Obligation Promissory Note, Series 2025 3-25-25 4.75% 3-1-35 $148,250 TOTAL $7,673,250 * - Last payment from General Fund scheduled for 2029 ** - This bond is being paid by several funds, including Debt Service. CASH BALANCE (Reserve) AT END OF FISCAL YEAR – DEBT SERVICE YEAR Cash Balance YEAR Cash Balance YEAR Cash Balance 2024 $692,646 2019 $161,701 2014 $0 2023 673,555 2018 161,701 2013 0 2022 165,768 2017 176,916 2012 0 2021 165,661 2016 237,069 2011 0 2020 164,444 2015 406,658 2010 0 FUTURE DEBT PAYMENTS SCHEDULE (2026-2035) YEAR Total Principal YEAR Total Principal 2026 $1,036,891.32 $758,750.00 2031 $423,746.66 $260,385.00 2027 1,042,461.66 792,720.00 2032 423,748.06 271,135.00 2028 1,046,056.48 823,340.00 2033 423,343.12 281,915.00 2029 1,042,693.64 848,990.00 2034 422,545.06 292,740.00 2030 423,345.47 249,670.00 2035 426,246.87 308,605.00 PAGE 50 18 – Proposed 2026 Budget One measure of the Village’s debt is the percentage of the legal debt margin being utilized. The Wisconsin Constitution limits the total general obligation indebtedness of a municipality to not exceed five (5) percent of the equalized value of taxable property within the municipality’s jurisdiction. VILLAGE DEBT PERCENTAGE OF LEGAL LIMIT (5%) (2005-2024) VILLAGE DEBT TO LEGAL DEBT MARGIN HISTORY (2005-2024) YEAR Equalized Value Debt Limit (5%) Net General Obligation Debt Available Debt Capacity Percent of legal debt limit used 2024 $1,675,587,900 $83,779,395 $48,393,922 $35,385,473 58% 2023 $1,514,933,400 $75,746,670 $39,876,980 $35,869,690 53% 2022 $1,293,863,100 $64,693,155 $34,101,516 $30,591,639 53% 2021 $1,137,391,600 $56,869,580 $30,717,530 $26,152,050 54% 2020 $1,056,501,600 $52,825,080 $29,520,124 $23,304,956 56% 2019 $971,510,200 $48,575,510 $28,217,572 $20,357,938 58% 2018 $895,943,900 $44,797,195 $30,113,636 $14,683,559 67% 2017 $816,331,800 $40,816,590 $30,936,904 $9,789,686 76% 2016 $771,684,600 $38,584,230 $26,390,938 $12,193,292 68% 2015 $751,542,900 $37,577,145 $24,404,476 $13,172,669 65% 2014 $708,327,100 $35,416,355 $24,858,326 $10,558,029 70% 2013 $671,653,400 $33,582,670 $17,959,305 $15,623,365 53% 2012 $641,048,400 $32,052,420 $19,069,391 $12,983,029 59% 2011 $628,620,700 $31,431,035 $14,973,507 $16,457,528 48% 2010 $615,521,000 $30,776,050 $4,247,569 $26,528,481 14% 2009 $629,680,100 $31,484,005 $3,435,870 $28,048,135 11% 2008 $631,037,600 $31,551,880 $1,929,760 $29,622,120 6% 2007 $609,943,300 $30,497,165 $3,540,174 $26,956,991 12% 2006 $622,786,100 $31,139,305 $4,012,393 $27,126,912 13% 2005 $587,198,100 $29,359,905 $4,902,417 $24,457,488 17% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 PAGE 51 19 – Proposed 2026 Budget $0 $200,000 $400,000 $600,000 $800,000 $1,000,000 $1,200,000 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 OVERALL DEBT SERVICE - PROPERTY TAX LEVY (2011-2026) $0 $200,000 $400,000 $600,000 $800,000 $1,000,000 $1,200,000 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 2041 2042 2043 2044 HOBART GENERAL FUND - FUTURE DEBT PAYMENTS (2027-2044) $0 $100,000 $200,000 $300,000 $400,000 $500,000 $600,000 $700,000 $800,000 $900,000 $1,000,000 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 DEBT SERVICE - END-OF-YEAR CASH BALANCE (2014-2024) PAGE 52 20 – Proposed 2026 Budget CAPITAL PROJECTS (Fund 04) 2020-2025 CAPITAL PROJECTS HISTORY 2020 ($1,599,331) The major projects this year were Maple View Court, Acorn Drive, Concord Way, and Dream Lake Road. The Village also paved the n orth parking area in Four Seasons Park, repl aced a culvert on Trout Creek, and completed thirty (30) inlet repairs in the Pleasant Valley Dr ive-Thornberry Creek area. The Village also participated financially in the installation of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) on Hillcrest Road adjacent to Hillcrest Elementary School. TAX LEVY: $735,723 2021 ($979,522) The major projects this year were repaving Cyrus Drive, the paving of a temporary road for the North Overland Project, repairing or replacing thirty (3) stormwater inlets in the Thornberry Creek subdivision, and extensive patching projects on Silver Creek and Trout Creek. The Fire Department’s 1987 Tinder was also replaced. TAX LEVY: $626,319 2022 ($478,514) The major projects were the repaving of Merrimac Court and Ca melot Court ($152,117.56), extensive repairs on a South Overland R oad culvert ($36,180.66) and 43 inlet repairs in the Thornber ry Creek subdivision. The salt shed at the Public Works Department was also replaced for approximately $440,000, with ARPA funds covering the unanticipated additional costs. TAX LEVY: $523,659 2023 ($5,575,609) The largest project this year was the construction of the new Fi re Station project on South Pine Tree Road. It was financed mai nly through a $4.9 million bond issue. The major road project was improvements to approximately a mile of Trout Creek Road. TAX LEVY: $466,908 2024 ($1,737,622) The Village’s major projects included repaving Sunbeam Circle, a portion of South Overland Road, and Gypsy Lane. Several inlet repairs were also done in the Polo Point subdivision. The Village also acquired a 1.5-acre parcel on Golden Lane for use by the Public Works Depa rtment. The Village also began a three-year process of replacing the 2007 snow plow. TAX LEVY: $777,560 2025 (Budget - $1,407,667) Major road projects scheduled for this year include Inverary Court, Haven Place, Belmar Road, Butternut Lane, Sir Gregory Anthony, and Plane Park Drive (paid with TID #2 funds), as well as the replacement of a failing culvert on South Overland Road. BUDGETED TAX LEVY: $742,655 2025 (Budget - $965,738) The major road project scheduled for this ye ar is the replacement of a s ubstantial portion of Conrad Drive. The Village will al so complete the replacement of the 2007 snow plow, with the snow package being installed, and the vehicle being delivered. BUDGETED TAX LEVY: $724,434 Revenues Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 Taxes (Fund 41) General Property Tax 466,908.00 777,560.00 842,655.00 742,655.00 724,434.44 (118,220.56) (18,220.56) Intergovernmental Revenue (Fund 43) Brown Cty Bridge Match 0.00 0.00 100,000.00 80,712.45 0.00 (100,000.00) (80,712.45) Licenses and Permits (Fund 44) Reimbursements 37,833.44 42,869.15 85,880.50 84,415.34 20,000.00 (22,869.15) (65,880.50) PAGE 53 21 – Proposed 2026 Budget Miscellaneous Revenues (Fund 48) Interest on Accounts 130,875.01 27,897.71 0.00 27,000.00 25,000.00 25,000.00 (2,000.00) Other Funding Sources (Fund 49) Trans from General Fund 0.00 0.00 0.00 143,837.50 0.00 0.00 (143,837.50) Trans from Capital Res 0.00 0.00 0.00 143,837.50 0.00 0.00 (143,837.50) Trans from Storm Water 0.00 107,852.64 144,398.00 398,067.13 170,571.92 26,173.92 (227,495.21) Trans from ARPA 0.00 0.00 19,552.50 19,552.00 25,731.21 6,178.71 6,179.21 Bond Proceeds 4,900,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Bond Premium 54,292.00 0.00 0.00 148,250.00 0.00 0.00 (148,250.00) Leases Issued 0.00 212,704.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Gain on Sale of Capital 12,600.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 TOTAL REVENUE 5,602,508.45 1,168,883.50 1,192,486.00 1,788,326.92 965,737.57 (226,748.43) (822,589.35) Change 4,675,344.85 (4,433,624.95) 23,602.50 595,840.92 Expenditures Fund Account 2023 2024 Original 2025 Amended 2025 Budget 2026 Chg from Orig 2025 Chg from Amend 2025 General Government (Fund 51) Gen Off - New Equipment 0.00 0.00 16,719.00 21,498.55 24,998.40 8,279.40 3,499.85 Gen Off – New Vehicles 0.00 0.00 0.00 3,895.80 8,392.80 8,392.80 4,497.00 Clerk - Tech & Equip Res 15,287.75 6,500.00 20,500.00 0.00 0.00 (20,500.00) 0.00 Assessor - Revaluation 0.00 0.00 18,675.00 0.00 0.00 (18,675.00) 0.00 FUND 51 TOTAL 15,287.75 6,500.00 55,894.00 25,394.35 33,391.20 (22,502.80) 7,996.85 Change 727.24 (8,787.75) 49,394.00 (30,499.65) Expenses – Public Safety (Fund 52) Police - New Equipment 23,487.60 5,661.45 78,305.00 60,000.00 65,464.42 (12,840.58) 5,464.42 Police - New Vehicles 59,015.80 239,346.81 93,456.00 108,000.00 120,384.08 26,928.08 12,384.08 Fire - New Equipment 0.00 11,623.20 97,500.00 52,000.00 45,627.50 (51,872.50) (6,372.50) Fire - Equipment Reserve 4,992,132.78 15,700.00 0.00 6,250.00 0.00 0.00 (6,250.00) FUND 52 TOTAL 5,074,636.18 272,331.46 269,261.00 226,250.00 231,476.00 (37,785.00) 5,226.00 Change 5,031,775.77 (4,802,304.72) (3,070.46) (43,011.00) Expenses – Public Works (Fund 53) DPW - New Equipment 33,500.00 232,650.08 286,000.00 320,000.00 274,440.56 (11,559.44) (45,559.44) DPW - Capital Outlay 0.00 623,641.51 0.00 33,345.93 0.00 0.00 (33,345.93) 2020 Paving 2320-20-04 (11,866.42) 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Salt Shed 2320-22-04 13,654.54 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2023 Streets 2320-23-01 280,154.45 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2024 Streets 2320-24-01 0.00 526,489.64 0.00 (84,971.80) 0.00 0.00 84,971.80 DPW - Paving 0.00 0.00 560,331.00 739,815.50 426,429.81 (133,901.19) (313,385.69) DPW - Road Const Eng 0.00 0.00 21,000.00 21,000.00 0.00 (21,000.00) (21,000.00) Eng 2021 St & Drain 717.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2022 St/Dr 2320-22-02 207.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Salt Shed 2320-22-04 183.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 23 St 2320-23-01 Eng 45,827.41 75,537.21 0.00 171.00 0.00 0.00 (171.00) 24 St 2320-24-01 Eng 0.00 472.12 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 25 St 2320-25-01 Eng 0.00 0.00 0.00 91,000.00 0.00 0.00 (91,000.00) FUND 53 TOTAL 362,377.63 1,458,790.56 867,331.00 1,120,360.63 700,870.37 (166,460.63) (419,490.26) Change (58,657.92) 1,096,412.93 (591,459.56) 253,029.63 Expenses – Park and Recreation (Fund 55) Park & Rec – New Equip 0.00 0.00 0.00 31,250.00 0.00 0.00 (31,250.00) FUND 55 TOTAL 0.00 0.00 0.00 31,250.00 0.00 0.00 (31,250.00) Change (57.32) 0.00 0.00 31,250.00 0.00 0.00 Expenses – Debt Service (Fund 58) 2023 GOFSB Issue Costs 123,307.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2025 GOPN Issue Costs 0.00 0.00 0.00 4,412.50 0.00 0.00 (4,412.50) FUND 58 TOTAL 123,307.00 0.00 0.00 4,412.50 0.00 0.00 (4,412.50) Change 123,307.00 (123,307.00) 0.00 4,412.50 TOTAL EXPENSES 5,575,608.56 1,737,622.02 1,192,486.00 1,407,667.48 965,737.57 (226,748.43) (441,929.91) Change 5,097,094.77 (7,313,230.58) (545,136.02) 215,181.48 PAGE 54 22 – Proposed 2026 Budget NET 448,649.81 26,899.89 (568,738.52) 0.00 380,659.44 PROJECT LIST FOR 2026 Project TOTAL GENERAL FUND STORM WATER CAPITAL RESERVE PARK RESERVE LAWRENCE OTHER SOURCES Roads and Transportation Conrad Dr (Ravine-Terminus) $426,429.81 $255,857.89 $170,571.92 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Total $426,429.81 $255,857.89 $170,571.92 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Fire Department 5 sets of backup turnout gear $27,500.00 $27,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 New Computers $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 2024 Utility 1711 Lease $13,127.50 $13,127.50 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Total $45,627.50 $45,627.50 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Public Works Replace 2007 Plow Truck $175,000.00 $175,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 2023 Lease (Ford 1500 CC) $11,000.00 $11,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Water Truck Lease $14,440.56 $14,440.56 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Ditch Mower Replacement $40,000.00 $20,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $20,000.00 $0.00 One-ton lease $17,000.00 $17,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 One-ton uplifting $17,000.00 $17,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Total $274,440.56 $254,440.56 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $20,000.00 $0.00 General Government Replace nine (9) work stations $13,500.00 $13,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Inspectors Vehicle Lease $8,392.80 $8,392.80 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Three (3) Badger Books $8,066.40 $8,066.40 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Voter's Choice EZ Cart 4000 $3,432.00 $3,432.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Total $33,391.20 $33,391.20 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Police Department Eight (8) Squad Car Leases $107,884.08 $107,884.08 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Vehicle Changover $12,500.00 $12,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Squad Computers (2) $8,000.00 $8,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Axon Body Cameras $51,464.42 $25,732.21 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $25,731.21 Flock Cameras (2) $6,000.00 $6,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Total $185,848.50 $160,116.29 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $25,731.21 TOTAL $965,737.57 $749,433.44 $170,571.92 $0.00 $0.00 $20,000.00 $25,731.21 CASH BALANCE (Reserve) AT END OF FISCAL YEAR – CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND YEAR Undesig. Reserve Fire Equip Public Works Equip Village Building Reassess. Tech & Equip HVAC Fire Station TOTAL RESERVE 2024 ($46,739) $70,000 $54,200 $90,000 $0 $16,960 $50,000 $0 $234,421 2023 521,999 70,000 54,200 90,000 0 16,960 50,000 0 803,159 2022 495,099 70,000 54,200 90,000 0 16,960 50,000 0 926,259 2021 46,449 70,000 75,000 90,000 0 16,690 50,000 0 498,409 2020 78,420 70,000 75,000 90,000 0 16,960 50,000 0 530,380 2019 65,995 70,000 75,000 90,000 3,257 16,960 50,000 0 371,212 2018 248,159 51,000 65,000 84,500 18,257 16,960 50,000 0 533,876 2017 501,437 51,000 65,000 84,500 18,257 16,960 50,000 0 787,154 2016 800,305 36,000 50,000 69,500 16,111 14,814 49,000 0 1,035,730 2015 1,525,609 0 20,000 37,000 4,500 4,000 0 0 1,591,109 2014 1,226,984 70,000 15,000 29,500 3,000 2,000 0 0 1,346,484 2013 877,686 47,500 10,000 24,500 1,500 0 0 0 961,186 2012 621,423 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 621,423 2011 666,203 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 666,203 2010 319,513 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 319,513 PAGE 55 23 – Proposed 2026 Budget The decline in the Capital Reserve in 2024 was a book-keeping is sue related to the purchase of the property on Golden Lane, whi ch was completed in December 2024 for a total of $623,641.51. As part of the sale, the Capital Fund took on a short- term payable note of $525,000. The funds to pay that note was acquired in early 2025, but the note was a liability for the Capital Fund at the end of FY2024. CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND CASH BALANCE AT END OF FISCAL YEAR (2010-2024) $0 $250,000 $500,000 $750,000 $1,000,000 $1,250,000 $1,500,000 $1,750,000 $2,000,000 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $0 $100,000 $200,000 $300,000 $400,000 $500,000 $600,000 $700,000 $800,000 $900,000 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 OVERALL CAPITAL PROJECTS - PROPERTY TAX COMPONENT (2011-2026) PAGE 56 24 – Proposed 2026 Budget PAGE 57