Horicon panel says updated Chapter 223 bicycle ordinance draft due for March review

The City of Horicon Public Safety Committee on Feb. 10 recorded that an updated draft of Chapter 223, the city ordinance covering bicycles and play vehicles, will be ready for review in March, the committee noted.

The committee, chaired by Marie Fenske, opened the meeting at 6:00 p.m. with members Frami and Remy present. Remy moved to approve the Jan. 13, 2026 minutes and Frami seconded; the motion carried with all voting "Aye." The meeting was called to order and later adjourned at 6:50 p.m.

The meeting included brief monthly updates from Police Chief Berken, Emergency Management Director Biedermann, and EMS Assistant Coordinator Guenterberg; the minutes record that the updates were provided but do not specify their content. The Fire Department reported no update.

Committee members noted a discussion about electric devices in Horicon but the minutes do not include substantive proposals, recommendations, or ordinance language related to that topic.

On Chapter 223, the minutes state an updated ordinance draft will be ready for review in March; the document does not identify who prepared the draft or list specific changes under consideration. The committee set its next meeting for Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Public Safety Building, when members expect to take up agenda items including the draft ordinance.

Votes at a glance - Approval of minutes (Jan. 13, 2026): Motion by Remy; second by Frami. All voting Aye. Outcome: approved. - Adjournment: Motion by Remy; second by Frami. All voting Aye. Outcome: approved.

The meeting lasted from 6:00 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. and included no public appearances.