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CITY OF HARTFORD COMMON COUNCIL August 1 8 , 202 6 The Common Council of the City of Hartford, Washington and Dodge Counties, Wisconsin, met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, August 1 8 , 2026, 7:00 p.m., in the Common Council Chambers of Hartford City Hall, 109 North Main Street, Mayor Dennis Regan presiding. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Regan led the Common Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL The Mayor and all Alderpersons were present except Alderpersons Kohler appearing via Zoom and Alderperson Turchi who is absent and excuse d . MAYOR ’S APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND STANDING COMMITTEES 1) Business Improvement District – Ashley Mueller . 2) Community Development Authority – David Piquett, Citizen Member. MOTION by Alderperson Pechacek , seconded by Alderperson Waldvogel approving the mayoral appointment of Ashley Mueller to the Business Improvement District and David Piquett (Citizens Member) of the Community Development Authority . MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. UNANIMOUS CONSENT AGENDA MOTION by Alderperson Rusniak, seconded by Alderperson Kohler to table the following items until August 28, 2026 : 1. The Common Council minutes of Ju ly 28 , 202 6 . MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPEARANCES/CITIZENS COMMENTS 1. Wendi Unger from Baker Tilly presented the 2025 City of Hartford Financial Statements to the Common Council and reviewed the highlighted areas of the Financial Statement. 2. Tim Perrin is the President from the Hartford City Band and would like the city to reconsider the funds that are being cut to the City Band. MAYOR ’S REPORT Mayor Regan stated that he went to the grand opening of Museum 53027 and thank you to all who were involved! ALDERMANIC REQUESTS A lderperson Kirley stated he has received phone calls regarding street parking and would like an agenda item added to the next meeting to discuss what the city can and can ’t regulate through local legislation. He also wanted to welcome Darryl Kranz back temporarily to the Department of Public Works. Alderperson Webb also wanted to thank DPW Director Kranz for all his help while the city fills that position. Alderperson Kohler emphasized the importance of ensuring that all Council members are able to open and view electronic files as the City continues transitioning to electronic forms. He reminded Council members that they should reach out to staff if they experience difficulties viewing files or need copies made. Alderperson Kohler also noted that he has received emails regarding the countywide EMS meetings and has listened to several of the listening sessions. He encouraged his fellow Council members to do the same. He provided an overview of what several other municipalities are currently doing regarding EMS and stated that he believes Washington County representatives should meet with the Council more frequently to discuss what the program could look like for Hartford. Alderperson Pechacek wanted to say what a great even National Night Out was and wanted to thank all the sponsors! STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS Finance and Personnel 1. Discussion and consideration of authorizing the appropriate City Officials to accept a quote from CivicPlus for Agenda Software for a cost not to exceed $12,125.00. a. City Clerk Shanna Kreilkamp informed the Co uncil that this Agenda Software will streamline the process allowing for fewer mistakes. The upfront cost is $12,125.00 which includes setup and implementation and there is an annual fee of $7,500.00. The Clerk ’s Department does have the funding in the budget for this expense. Alderperson Kohler had concerns about not getting multiple bids and City Clerk Kreilkamp stated if the Council requested, she would be happy to do so. MOTION by Alderperson Webb , seconded by Alderperson Garza authorizing City Officials to accept a quote from CivicPlus for Agenda Software for a cost not to exceed $12,125.00. MOTION CARRIED 7-1 . CITY ADMINIS TRATOR ’S REPORT 1. Discussion and consideration of an Easement Encroachment Agreement for 443 Big Bend Way (Tax Key: 36-1602-008-037). a. City Administrator Steve Volkert stated that the property resident requested adding onto the home with a deck. This addition would encroach on the easement. After review from the City Planner there were no ill effects found on the easement with this addition. MOTION by Alderperson Pechacek, seconded by Alderperson Savage approving the Easement Encroachment Agreement for 443 Big Bend Way (Tax Key: 36-1602-008-037). ADJOURNMENT MOTION by Alderperson Savage , seconded by Alderperson Kirley for adjournment at 8 :0 2 p.m. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Respectfully submitted, Shanna Kreilkamp, City Clerk CC AUG1 8 .2 6