Trenton public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold public hearings and third readings on the 2022 annual appropriations ordinance, ordinances to allow medical marijuana dispensaries, and a 3% cost-of-living pay raise. They will also consider second readings on TIF districts for Carvana and Shape Corporation, and first readings on rezoning Howe Road property and fee changes. New business includes approving payments of $48,126.44 to Software Solutions Inc. and $96,956 to the Bureau of Workers Compensation.

• 2022 annual appropriations ordinance (third reading, public hearing)
• Repeal of medical marijuana dispensary prohibition and new dispensary ordinance (third readings, public hearings)
• 3% cost-of-living adjustment to employee pay scales (third reading)
• Two TIF ordinances for Carvana and Shape Corporation (second readings)
• Rezoning of part of Lot 3874 on Howe Road (first reading)

The Trenton City Council approved ordinances repealing the ban on medical marijuana retail dispensaries and inserting new regulations for them, both by 6-1 votes. The 2022 annual budget was adopted 6-1, and a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for non-union employees was approved 7-0. Two tax increment financing (TIF) ordinances for property improvements were adopted 7-0 after suspending rules.

• Approved 2022 annual appropriations budget (6-1)
• Repealed ban on medical marijuana retail dispensaries (6-1)
• Inserted new medical marijuana dispensary regulations (6-1)
• Approved 3% cost-of-living adjustment for non-union employees (7-0)
• Adopted TIF ordinance for public infrastructure improvements (7-0)
• Adopted second TIF ordinance for public infrastructure improvements (7-0)
• Approved $48,126.44 software services contract with Software Solutions Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $96,956 workers' compensation payment (7-0)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold a work session to discuss several ordinances, including those related to medical marijuana dispensaries, open space requirements, a rezoning on Howe Road, the 2022 budget, and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts. The council will also consider an executive session regarding a public employee matter.

• Ordinances on medical marijuana dispensaries (conditional use and prohibition)
• Fee-in-lieu of open space and open space requirements
• Rezoning part of Lot 3874 on Howe Road
• Wage and Classification Plan and 3rd/4th Supplemental Appropriations
• Proposed 2022 Budget and TIF districts

The Council held a work session with reports and discussions but took no final votes. They discussed medical marijuana dispensary ordinances, open space requirements, a Howe Road rezoning, and the 2022 budget, all slated for later votes. The only formal action was entering and exiting executive session to consider a public employee matter.

• Entered executive session to consider appointment/employment of a public employee (7-0)
• Exited executive session (7-0)
• Adjourned work session (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board is holding its regular December meeting. The board will vote on the November minutes, discuss the Parks Board Mission Statement, hear from the Edgewood Baseball Softball Association, and receive updates on community pianos and upcoming events. The meeting is largely routine with no major decisions or contracts on the agenda.

• Discussion of Parks Board Mission Statement
• Presentation by Chris Shumard of Edgewood Baseball Softball Association (EBSA)
• Update on Community Pianos by Emily Smith
• Updates on Fall Fest, Community Christmas, and potential Spring Fest by Rob Leichman
• Discussion of election of Chair and Vice Chair and expiring terms at January meeting

The Trenton Parks Board discussed but did not vote on a mission statement, deferring it to the next meeting. They heard from E.B.S.A. president Mr. Schumard about needs at Home Ave Park, including restroom repairs, lights, cameras, and baseball dirt. The board approved prior minutes and excused absent members. No formal decisions were made on new business.

• Approved minutes from November 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Excused Ms. Hale and Ms. Cooney from meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred mission statement discussion to next meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 7:15 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will consider several items at its December 2, 2021 regular meeting, including a $96,172 insurance renewal, passing credit card processing fees to income tax payers, and multiple ordinances on second or third reading. These include creating a Finance and Tax Accountant I position, a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for non-union employees, and repealing the ban on medical marijuana dispensaries. The meeting also includes first readings of ordinances on open space, fees, and two tax increment financing (TIF) agreements.

• Motion to renew 2022 property/liability insurance with PEP/USI at $96,172
• Motion to pass credit/debit/EFT processing fees to income tax payers
• Ordinance establishing full-time Finance and Tax Accountant I position (3rd reading)
• Resolution for 3% cost-of-living pay increase for non-union employees (2nd reading)
• Ordinances repealing and replacing medical marijuana dispensary prohibitions (2nd reading)

The council approved a $96,172 insurance renewal with the Public Entities Pool, authorized passing credit card processing fees to income tax payers, and adopted a resolution accepting the One Ohio opioid settlement. It tabled an ordinance creating a full-time finance and tax accountant position. Several ordinances were introduced or read for future readings.

• Approved 2022 insurance renewal with Public Entities Pool at $96,172 (5-0, 2 absent).
• Approved passing credit card processing fees to income tax payers (4-1, 2 absent).
• Adopted resolution accepting One Ohio opioid settlement terms (5-0, 2 absent).
• Tabled ordinance establishing a full-time finance and tax accountant position (4-1, 2 absent).
• Read ordinances for second/third readings on future agenda.
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2021 meetings (5-0, 2 absent).
• Excused absent council members (5-0, 2 absent).

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a work session to discuss several proposed ordinances, including rules for medical marijuana dispensaries, open space requirements, and tax increment financing districts. They will also review new business items like an insurance agreement and online payment system, and discuss the proposed 2022 budget and related financial matters.

• Ordinances on medical marijuana dispensaries: conditional use and prohibition
• Ordinance on fee-in-lieu of open space and open space requirements
• Ordinances on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts
• PEP Insurance Agreement and MITS Online Payment
• Proposed 2022 budget and new Accountant 1 position

The City Council held a work session with no formal votes, hearing reports from staff on several pending ordinances and budget items. Planning and Zoning Administrator Bill Jones reported the Planning Commission recommended the medical marijuana dispensary conditional-use ordinance with text modifications, and discussed a second reading to repeal the prior prohibition ordinance. City Manager Marcos Nichols presented projected tax gains from proposed Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts for the Carvana and Shape Corporation projects. Finance Director Mike Engel reviewed the proposed 2022 budget, a new Finance and Tax Accountant 1 position, a 3% wage increase for non-exempt employees, and a third supplemental appropriation.

• No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a discussion-only work session.
• Planning Commission recommended the medical marijuana dispensary conditional-use ordinance with text modifications, including a permit-expiration time requirement and fencing line-of-sight rules.
• Second reading discussed for an ordinance repealing the prior prohibition of medical marijuana dispensaries.
• Fee-in-lieu of open space ordinance discussed; Planning Commission made no recommendation, seeking more Council discussion.
• Open space requirement ordinance discussed, proposing a change from 3% to 12% with a possible fee-in-lieu option.
• TIF districts discussed for Carvana and Shape Corporation, with projected additional tax collections of $3.2 million and $2.4 million over 30 years, respectively.
• New Finance and Tax Accountant 1 position discussed (third reading).
• 3% wage increase for non-exempt employees and 3rd supplemental appropriation discussed.

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission will review a proposed ordinance to insert section 1258.16 on medical marijuana dispensaries and an amendment to chapter 1208 on common open space. They will also discuss adding two alternate members to the commission. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approving previous minutes and public comment.

• Review of inserting section 1258.16 Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Ordinance
• Review of amending chapter 1208 (Common Open Space)
• Discussion on adding two alternate members to the Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the Medical Marijuana Dispensaries ordinance with amendments, voting 3 yes, 0 no, and 2 absent. The amendments add a timeline for completion of approved dispensaries and require fences to not disrupt pedestrian and vehicular line of sight. The commission did not make a motion on amending Chapter 1208 (Common Open Space) and referred it to City Council for further discussion. Discussion on adding two alternate members to the commission was held, with no changes proposed.

• Approved the Medical Marijuana Dispensaries ordinance as amended (3 yes, 0 no, 2 absent)
• Amended section (b)(4) to add a timeline for completion of approved dispensaries
• Amended section (b)(11) to require fences without disrupting pedestrian and vehicular line of sight
• Took no action on amending Chapter 1208 (Common Open Space); referred to City Council for further discussion
• Discussed adding two alternate members to the Planning Commission; no action taken

City Council

The Trenton City Council work session will discuss several resolutions and ordinances, including a CDBG grant application, bond cancellations for Centennial Run Section 3, a new Finance and Tax Accountant position, wage and classification plan changes, supplemental appropriations, and the proposed 2022 budget. They will also discuss economic development incentives for Shape Corp. and an ordinance regarding medical marijuana dispensaries. An executive session is requested to discuss confidential economic development and property purchase matters.

• CDBG Grant Application resolution
• Canceling performance and maintenance bonds for Centennial Run Section 3, accepting new 1-year maintenance bond
• Ordinance establishing Finance and Tax Accountant position
• Ordinance regarding proposed 2022 Budget
• Resolution offering Shape Corp. economic development incentives

The Trenton City Council work session on Nov. 18, 2021, was informational only; no formal votes were taken. Officials discussed a CDBG grant application for a sidewalk between Tamarind Square and MidPointe library, a resolution to cancel and replace bonds for Centennial Run Section 3, and a proposed ordinance creating a Finance and Tax Accountant 1 position. The finance director reviewed the 3rd Supplemental Appropriation and the proposed 2022 budget, noting income tax collections are up 37% year to date. The council also discussed a resolution offering economic development incentives to Shape Corp. (including a water/sewer hookup break for Carvana) and ordinances regarding medical marijuana dispensaries, which will be referred to the planning commission after first reading.

• No formal decisions or votes were made during the work session.
• Discussed CDBG grant application for sidewalk between Tamarind Square and MidPointe library.
• Discussed resolution to cancel and replace performance/maintenance bonds for Centennial Run Section 3.
• Discussed ordinance establishing new Finance and Tax Accountant 1 position.
• Reviewed 3rd Supplemental Appropriation and proposed 2022 budget.
• Discussed resolution offering economic development incentives to Shape Corp., including water/sewer hookup break for Carvana.
• Discussed medical marijuana dispensary ordinances, to be referred to planning commission after first reading.
• Moved executive session request to end of regular meeting due to time.

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on November 18, 2021. The agenda includes several first-read ordinances and resolutions, including creating a Finance and Tax Accountant 1 position, offering development incentives to KAM Land Co., LLC, applying for a Community Development Block Grant, and approving the 2022 annual appropriations. The council will also vote on a motion to pay $9,944.50 for legal services to Bricker & Eckler LLP.

• Motion to pay $9,944.50 to Bricker & Eckler LLP for September legal services
• Ordinance establishing a full-time Finance and Tax Accountant 1 position (second reading)
• Resolution offering incentives to KAM Land Co., LLC for property development
• Resolution to apply for Community Development Block Grant program
• Resolution setting 3% cost-of-living increase for non-union employees effective January 2022

Council approved a resolution offering incentives to KAM Land Co., LLC for a real estate development project, and authorized paying $9,944.50 in legal fees to Bricker & Eckler LLP. Council also approved submitting an application for a Community Development Block Grant and cancelling a performance bond while accepting a new one-year maintenance bond for the Centennial Run Section Three development. Several other ordinances and resolutions were introduced for a first reading, including the 2022 annual appropriations, a 3% cost of living adjustment for non-union employees, and two ordinances related to medical marijuana dispensaries, which were referred to the planning commission.

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission is meeting to review the preliminary plat for Mapleview Section 5, a new business item. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as approving the minutes from the October 11, 2021 meeting and hearing public comments on unrelated topics.

• Review of Preliminary Plat for Mapleview Section 5
• Approval of minutes from October 11, 2021 meeting
• Public audience for unrelated topics

The Trenton Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for Mapleview Section 5, with a 3-0 vote (2 absent). The approval is conditional on resolving a dispute over whether lots can be built on before a Letter of Map Revision is received, which will be worked out between the Service Director and Richard Arnold. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 11, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Mapleview Section 5 preliminary plat (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved October 11, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0, 2 absent)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board will hear a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan and Parks Master Plan, discuss the board's mission statement, and outline goals for 2022 and beyond. They will also consider plans for new playground equipment at Home Avenue Park and receive updates on community events.

• Comprehensive Plan and Parks Master Plan presentation by Aaron Sorrell
• Parks Board Mission Statement discussion led by Matt Hill
• 2022 and Beyond Board Goals/Outline by Matt Hill
• Home Avenue Park Playground Equipment/Plan by Matt Hill
• Community Christmas Event Update by Rob Leichman

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board voted to recommend holding a Spring Festival in 2022, focused on families and children, with the EMA involved, possibly combined with the Easter Egg Hunt on April 16 at Community Park. The board also tabled further discussion on a mission statement until December, and discussed playground equipment at Home Avenue Park, community pianos, and a Christmas event. No final contracts or expenditures were approved.

• Recommended adding a 2022 Spring Festival (all in favor)
• Approved adding Spring Festival discussion to agenda (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from October 12, 2021 (all in favor)
• Excused Ms. Hale, Ms. McIntosh, and Mr. Hill (all in favor)
• Tabled Parks Board mission statement discussion to December meeting
• Discussed Home Avenue Park playground equipment, no action taken

City Council

The Trenton City Council is meeting to consider several motions authorizing payments for legal services, software maintenance, a comprehensive plan, and a paving contract. They will also hold readings on annexing city-owned land and creating a new finance position.

• Motion to pay Bricker & Eckler LLP $15,170 for August legal services
• Motion to pay TriTech Software Systems $28,064 for annual maintenance of police and dispatch software
• Motion to pay Community Planning Insights $8,676 for comprehensive plan services
• Motion to contract with Barrett Paving Materials Inc. for 2021 Local Paving Program Phase Two, not to exceed $685,585.12
• Ordinance to annex .057 acres of city-owned land (third reading)

The Trenton City Council approved four payments and contracts, including a $685,585.12 paving contract with Barrett Paving Materials Inc. for the 2021 Local Paving Program Phase Two, and an ordinance authorizing the annexation of .057 acres of city-owned land. All votes passed with 5-6 ayes and no nays, with one abstention on the paving contract. The council also held an executive session on economic development and personnel matters.

• Approved $15,170 payment to Bricker & Eckler LLP for legal services (6-0)
• Approved $28,064 payment to TriTech Software Systems for software maintenance (6-0)
• Approved $8,676 payment to Community Planning Insights for comprehensive plan services (6-0)
• Approved $685,585.12 paving contract with Barrett Paving Materials Inc. (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved annexation ordinance for .057 acres of city-owned land (6-0)
• Held executive session on economic development and personnel matters (6-0)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a $685,585.12 local paving program, a new Finance and Tax Accountant 1 position, and a small annexation. They will also consider how to proceed with the Charter Review Commission and may enter an executive session for confidential economic development matters.

• Discuss motion for $685,585.12 Local Paving Program
• Discuss ordinance establishing Finance and Tax Accountant 1 position
• Discuss ordinance authorizing annexation of .057 acres
• Discuss Charter Review Commission next steps
• Request for executive session on economic development assistance

The City Council work session discussed, but did not vote on, a $685,585.12 local paving program contract with Barrett Paving, an ordinance to establish a Finance and Tax Accountant 1 position, and an annexation of 0.057 acres. Council also discussed forming a Charter Review Commission and requested an executive session for economic development matters. No formal decisions were made; the session was adjourned.

• Discussed $685,585.12 paving contract with Barrett Paving (no vote)
• Discussed ordinance for new Finance and Tax Accountant 1 position (no vote)
• Discussed annexation of 0.057 acres (no vote)
• Agreed to advertise for Charter Review Commission committee openings
• Requested executive session for economic development confidential info

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several new business items including payments for Fall Festival entertainment and fireworks. The agenda also includes a sewage treatment payment to Butler County and an ordinance for land annexation.

• $5,000 payment to Bonbright Distributors, Inc. for Fall Festival beverages
• $6,400 payment to Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks for the Fall Festival display
• $4,500 payment to River City Entertainment, LLC (DV8) for band performance
• $3,155 annual maintenance agreement with Buckeye Power Sales Co. Inc.
• $62,736.43 payment to Butler County Environmental Services for August sewage treatment

The Trenton City Council approved several payments, including $5,000 for beverages for the Fall Festival, $6,400 for fireworks, $4,500 for a band, and $62,736.43 for sewage treatment. They also authorized a generator maintenance agreement and approved a resolution to cancel and replace a performance bond. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $5,000 payment to Bonbright Distributors for Fall Festival beverages (7-0)
• Approved $3,155 annual generator maintenance agreement with Buckeye Power Sales (7-0)
• Approved $6,400 payment to Rozzi's Famous Fireworks for Fall Festival fireworks (7-0)
• Approved $4,500 payment to Melissa Singer-Reed DBA River City Entertainment for band performance (7-0)
• Approved $62,736.43 payment to Butler County Environmental Services for August sewage treatment (7-0)
• Approved resolution to cancel performance bond and accept new maintenance bond for Centennial Run Section Three B (7-0)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a resolution on Centennial Section 3B Bonds, an ordinance to annex 0.057 acres, and authorizing the City Manager to sign a Memorandum Agreement for Deposit of Public Funds. The council will also consider an executive session to discuss confidential economic development and property purchase matters. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Resolution regarding Centennial Section 3B Bonds
• Ordinance authorizing annexation of 0.057 acres of land
• Authorizing City Manager to sign Memorandum Agreement for Deposit of Public Funds
• Executive session request for economic development and property purchase discussions

The work session included reports from the Finance Director and Planning Administrator, but no formal votes were taken. Council unanimously approved a motion to enter executive session to discuss confidential economic development matters and property purchase, then adjourned.

• Entered executive session for economic development and property purchase discussions (7-0)
• Adjourned work session after executive session (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to approve minutes, introduce a new member, hear a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan and Parks Master Plan, and select dates for the 2021 Community Christmas and 2022 Fall Fest. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major financial or zoning decisions listed.

• New Parks Board Member Introduction - Emily Smith
• Comprehensive Plan and Parks Master Plan Presentation by Aaron Sorrell
• Select a date for the 2021 Community Christmas
• Select a date for the 2022 Fall Fest

The Parks Board approved a motion to hold Community Christmas on Friday, December 3, 2021, at Founders Park and the City building, after initially scheduling it for December 4 and then moving it due to a conflict. The board also selected October 1, 2022, for Fall Fest. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included introductions, a presentation on the 2050 Comprehensive Plan, and updates on park programs and equipment delays.

• Approved Community Christmas for Dec. 4, 2021 at Founders Park and City building (unanimous)
• Moved Community Christmas to Dec. 3, 2021 (unanimous)
• Selected Oct. 1, 2022 for Fall Fest (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Sept. 14, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission will meet to hear a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan update, review the final plat for Madison Acres, and continue discussing its rules and procedures. The agenda also includes standard items like approving previous meeting minutes and public comment. The meeting is scheduled for October 11, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at Civic Hall.

• Presentation by Aaron Sorrell on Comprehensive Plan update
• Review of Final Plat for Madison Acres
• Continuation of discussion on Planning Commission Rules and Procedures
• Approval of minutes from September 13, 2021 meeting
• Swearing in of witnesses

The Trenton Planning Commission recommended approval of the final plat for the Madison Acres subdivision, a new design without curbs and gutters featuring infiltration basins. The commission also adopted its Rules and Procedures and heard a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan update, which highlighted residents' desire to maintain small-town charm while supporting growth.

• Recommended approval of Madison Acres final plat (3-0, 2 absent)
• Adopted Planning Commission Rules and Procedures (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved minutes of 09-23-2021 meeting (3-0, 2 absent)
• Excused Nicholas Rine from meeting (3-0, 2 absent)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold public hearings and third readings on seven ordinances amending the Planned Unit Development (PUD) regulations, covering permitted uses, density, streets, parking, open space, erosion control, and plan revisions. They will also vote on several bond anticipation notes totaling over $11 million for various purposes, including water system improvements and playground equipment, plus a $28,064 software maintenance payment and a resolution to seek state funds for street and water improvements on Oakwood and Meadow Lanes.

• Public hearings on 7 ordinances amending PUD regulations (Sections 1268.02, .03, .04(a), .06, .07, .12, .24)
• Bond notes: $1,369,000 various purpose (renewal), $250,000 playground equipment, $3,985,000 water system improvement (renewal), $5,604,000 various purpose
• Motion to pay $28,064.00 to CentralSquare Technologies for annual software maintenance
• Resolution to apply for Ohio Public Works Commission funds for Oakwood and Meadow Lanes street and water improvements
• Ordinance to annex 0.057 acres of city-owned land

The Trenton City Council approved several ordinances, including the issuance of $1,369,000 in bond anticipation notes (6-1) and a series of amendments to Planned Unit Development (PUD) regulations. They also approved a $28,064 software maintenance payment, appointed Emily Smith to the Parks and Recreation Board, and authorized applications for state funding for street and water improvements. A request to name a new industrial road after Arnold Brown was referred to the City Manager for further study.

• Approved $28,064 annual software maintenance to Central Square Technologies (7-0)
• Appointed Emily Smith to Parks and Recreation Board (7-0)
• Approved $1,369,000 various purpose bond anticipation notes, 2021 renewal (6-1)
• Approved $250,000 playground equipment bond anticipation notes (7-0)
• Approved $3,985,000 water system improvement bond anticipation notes, 2021 renewal (7-0)
• Approved $5,604,000 various purpose bond anticipation notes (7-0)
• Approved seven PUD zoning amendments (each 7-0)
• Authorized application to Ohio Public Works Commission for Oakwood and Meadow Lanes improvements (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Trenton Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to consider two variance requests: one for a second access driveway at 300 Brampton Place and another to place a fence into a drainage easement at 924 Marcia Dr. The board will also swear in new member Ryan Prewitt and approve minutes from the May 25, 2021 meeting.

• Variance request by William L. George Jr. for a second access driveway at 300 Brampton Place
• Variance request by James Haas to place a fence into a drainage easement at 924 Marcia Dr.
• Swearing in of Ryan Prewitt
• Approval of May 25, 2021 minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests. William L. George Jr. received a variance to add a second driveway at 300 Brampton Place, and James Haas received a variance to place a fence in a drainage easement at 924 Marcia Dr. Both motions passed unanimously with 5 yes votes.

• Approved variance for second driveway at 300 Brampton Place (5-0)
• Approved variance for fence in drainage easement at 924 Marcia Dr. (5-0)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on September 16, 2021. The agenda includes approving payments for water plant fluoride and the West State Street paving project, accepting the 2020 audit, and second readings of several ordinances authorizing bond anticipation notes and tax levies. The council will also consider amendments to the PUD zoning code (Chapter 1268) and a resolution to advance tax collections from Butler County.

• Payment of $6,520 to Univar USA for water plant fluoride
• Payment of $320,482.80 to Barrett Paving Materials for West State Street paving
• Second reading: $1,369,000 various purpose bond anticipation notes (2021 renewal)
• Second reading: $250,000 playground equipment bond anticipation notes
• Second reading: $5,604,000 various purpose bond anticipation notes

Council approved paying Barrett Paving Materials Inc. $320,482.80 for the West State Street paving project (7-0) and approved a $6,520 payment to Univar USA Inc. for water plant fluoride (6-1). They also accepted the 2020 audit from Clark Schaefer Hackett Company (7-0) and passed a resolution accepting tax levies and certifying them to the Butler County Auditor (7-0). A proposal to place used pianos around the city was referred to the Parks board, and public hearings for several zoning ordinance amendments were scheduled for October 7.

• Approved $320,482.80 payment to Barrett Paving Materials Inc. for West State Street paving (7-0)
• Approved $6,520 payment to Univar USA Inc. for water plant fluoride (6-1)
• Accepted 2020 audit as conducted by Clark Schaefer Hackett Company (7-0)
• Passed resolution accepting tax levies and certifying to Butler County Auditor (7-0)
• Referred used pianos proposal to Parks board for consideration
• Scheduled public hearings for zoning ordinance amendments (items 7-13) for October 7 meeting

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold a work session to discuss correspondence, new business items including the 2020 audit, various ordinances and resolutions, and a zoning ordinance. The city manager will also request an executive session to discuss confidential economic development and property purchase matters.

• Discuss accepting the 2020 Audit
• Discuss various BAN (bond anticipation note) ordinances
• Discuss certifying amounts and rates to Butler County Auditor
• Discuss requesting an advance from Butler County Auditor
• Discuss ordinances regarding Chapter 1268 (zoning)

The City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They reviewed the 2020 audit, discussed 'then and now' invoices for Univar USA and Barrett Paving, and considered BAN ordinances and resolutions to certify tax rates and request an early tax advance from Butler County. A public hearing on residential PUD ordinances was scheduled for October 7th. Council also entered executive session to discuss economic development and property purchase.

• Scheduled public hearing on Chapter 1268 residential PUD ordinances for October 7th
• Discussed 'then and now' invoices for Univar USA and Barrett Paving
• Reviewed 2020 audit and BAN ordinances for second reading
• Discussed resolutions to certify rates and request early tax advance from Butler County
• Entered executive session (7-0) to discuss economic development and property purchase

Parks & Recreation Board

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board is holding its regular September meeting. The agenda is mostly routine, covering approval of the August minutes and updates from board members on t-shirts, the Christmas Parade, and Fall Fest. No new business or reports are listed.

• Approval of August 10, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on t-shirts by Mr. Perry
• Update on Christmas Parade by Mr. Perry
• Update on Fall Fest by Sharon Leichman
• Next meeting set for October 12, 2021 at 6:00 PM

The Trenton Parks Board unanimously approved a motion to authorize the City to enter into a contract with The Menu's, a local band, for the 2022 Fall Fest. The board also unanimously approved a motion to proceed with planning a community Christmas event for the 2021 season. A proposal to purchase tee shirts for this year's Fall Fest was recommended to be held off until next year, with the possibility of reconsideration if a lower quote is obtained. The board discussed future park improvements, including playground equipment and potential splash pads, but took no formal action.

• Approved motion to authorize the City to enter into a contract with The Menu's for the 2022 Fall Fest (unanimous)
• Approved motion to proceed with planning a community Christmas event for the 2021 season (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the last meeting
• Tabled tee shirt purchase for Fall Fest until next year, pending possible lower quote and special meeting
• Discussed, but did not decide on, 2022 budget focus for playground equipment at Home Avenue Park
• Discussed, but did not decide on, installing splash pads at a Trenton park

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission will consider the final plat for Elk Creek 10, proposed amendments to Chapter 1268 (PUD regulations), and new policies and procedures. The meeting also includes appointing a secretary and approving prior minutes. The agenda includes substantive items, not just procedural matters.

• Final plat review for Elk Creek 10 subdivision
• Proposed ordinances amending Sections 1268.02, 1268.03, 1268.04(a), and 1268.06 of the zoning code
• Appointment of a Planning Commission Secretary
• Adoption of new Planning Commission policy and procedures
• Approval of minutes from August 23, 2021 special meeting

The Trenton Planning Commission recommended approval of the final plat for the Elk Creek 10 development, which is the next phase of an ongoing project. The commission also approved amended language for several proposed Chapter 1268 ordinances. A new policy and procedures document was discussed but not voted on, with members wanting more time to review it.

• Recommended approval of Final Plat Elk Creek 10 (4-0)
• Approved Chapter 1268 ordinances with amended language in 1268.02 (4-0)
• Appointed Glen Reid as Secretary to the Planning Commission (3-0, Reid abstained)
• Appointed Bill Jones as designee to the Secretary (4-0)
• Approved minutes from August 23, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Excused Nicholas Rine from the meeting (4-0)
• Tabled new policy and procedures for further review
• Adjourned meeting at 8:52 pm (4-0)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on September 2, 2021. The agenda includes first readings of ordinances authorizing bond anticipation notes totaling about $11.2 million for various purposes, as well as multiple zoning code amendments. The council will also take a third reading on repealing the special event permit requirement. No public hearings or new business are scheduled.

• $1,369,000 various purpose bond anticipation notes (2021 renewal)
• $250,000 playground equipment bond anticipation notes
• $3,985,000 water system improvement bond anticipation notes (2021 renewal)
• $5,604,000 various purpose bond anticipation notes
• Repeal of Section 870.05 (special event permit) - third reading

The Trenton City Council approved the repeal of Section 870.05 (Special Event Permit) on third reading. All other legislation items (2-14) were read by title only and will have their second reading at the September 16th meeting. Items 8-14 were referred to the planning commission. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the repeal of Section 870.05 (Special Event Permit) of the Code of Ordinances (7 ayes, 0 nays).
• Referred legislation items 8-14 (amendments to PUD sections) to the planning commission (7 ayes, 0 nays).
• Approved the minutes of the August 19th, 2021 Work Session and Council Meeting (7 ayes, 0 nays).

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a work session to discuss several financial ordinances and resolutions, including bond ordinances and certifying tax amounts to the Butler County Auditor. They will also review a zoning ordinance for Chapter 1268 and a special event permit ordinance. An executive session is requested to discuss confidential economic development information.

• Various BAN (Bond Anticipation Note) ordinances
• Resolution certifying amounts and rates to Butler County Auditor
• Resolution requesting advance from Butler County Auditor
• Ordinance regarding Chapter 1268 (zoning)
• Ordinance regarding Section 870.05, Special Event Permit

The City Council held first readings on several bond ordinances consolidating debt, a resolution certifying tax amounts to the Butler County Auditor, and a resolution requesting an advance on tax payments. Planning and Zoning Administrator Bill Jones reviewed multiple updates to Chapter 1268 (residential PUDs), which will be referred to the planning commission after first reading. The council also discussed a third-reading ordinance rewriting Section 870.05 on special event permits to exclude small gatherings on city property. The meeting ended with a unanimous vote to enter executive session for economic development discussions, then adjourned.

• Held first reading on various bond ordinances to consolidate debt for better rates
• Held first reading on resolution certifying amounts and rates to Butler County Auditor
• Held first reading on resolution requesting advance of tax payments from Butler County Auditor
• Reviewed ordinances #8-14 updating Chapter 1268 (residential PUDs), to be referred to planning commission after first reading
• Discussed third-reading ordinance on Section 870.05 special event permits, excluding small gatherings on city property
• Voted 7-0 to enter executive session for confidential economic development information
• Adjourned work session after executive session

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to review the preliminary plat for the Henry Acres Subdivision. The agenda also includes approval of the July 22, 2021 meeting minutes and standard procedural items. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Review of Preliminary Plat for Henry Acres Subdivision
• Approval of minutes from July 22, 2021 special meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for September 20, 2021 if needed

The Trenton Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for the Henry Acres Subdivision, an R-2 residential development with houses around 1,600 square feet. The commission also excused two absent members and approved the previous meeting's minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved preliminary plat for Henry Acres Subdivision (3-0)
• Excused absent members Michelle Payne and Nicholas Rine (3-0)
• Approved minutes of July 22, 2021 special meeting (3-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a contract for the Industrial Park Road project and an emergency sanitary sewer repair on Clara Drive. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances regarding sign code amendments and special event permits.

• Industrial Park Road construction contract with Kelchner Inc. up to $970,056.40
• Emergency sanitary sewer line and manhole repair on Clara Drive for $3,528.69
• Ordinance amending Section 826.03 of the codified ordinances (Third Reading)
• Ordinance amending Section 826.08 of the codified ordinances (Third Reading)
• Ordinance repealing Section 870.05 Special Event Permit (Second Reading)

The Trenton City Council approved a contract with Kelchner Inc. for the Industrial Park Road project, not to exceed $970,056.40, and authorized the city manager to sign related documents. It also approved an emergency payment of $3,528.69 to Smith & Brown Contractors for sanitary sewer line and manhole repairs on Clara Drive. The council accepted the terms of the One Ohio opioid settlement and amended two sections of the codified ordinances. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $970,056.40 contract with Kelchner Inc. for Industrial Park Road project (7-0)
• Approved $3,528.69 emergency payment to Smith & Brown Contractors for sewer repair on Clara Drive (7-0)
• Accepted One Ohio opioid settlement terms (7-0)
• Amended Section 826.03 of codified ordinances (7-0)
• Amended Section 826.08 of codified ordinances (7-0)
• Approved minutes of August 5, 2021 meetings (6-0, 1 abstention)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including proposed ordinances related to zoning sections 826.03 and 826.08, a motion for the Industrial Park Road Project costing $970,056.40, and an ordinance regarding special event permits. They will also review financial reports and consider an executive session for confidential economic development information.

• Discussion of ordinances regarding Sections 826.03 and 826.08
• Motion for Industrial Park Road Project for $970,056.40
• Discussion of ordinance regarding Section 850.07, Special Event Permit
• Review of Statement of Cash Position, Treasury Investment Report, and Fund Balance Status Report
• Request for executive session on economic development assistance

The City Council work session reviewed several items but took no formal votes. They discussed a $970,056.40 bid from Kelchner for the Industrial Park Road Project, ordinances on directional signs, and a resolution to accept the One Ohio opioid settlement, which could bring the city $58,000-$84,000. The council also entered executive session to discuss economic development and a personnel matter, then adjourned.

• Reviewed $970,056.40 Kelchner bid for Industrial Park Road Project (no vote)
• Discussed third reading of ordinances on directional signs (Section 826.03, 826.08)
• Reviewed resolution to accept One Ohio opioid settlement ($58,000-$84,000 estimated)
• Entered executive session for economic development and personnel discussions (7-0)
• Adjourned work session after executive session (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks Board will receive updates on the upcoming Fall Fest and Car Show. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Farmers Market and an ADA swing set at Community Park.

• Fall Fest update
• Car Show update
• Farmers Market discussion
• ADA swing set at Community Park

The board reached consensus to accept a $14,994.50 proposal from Kinetic Recreation for an ADA swing set at Community Park, with funds already allocated. They also discussed Fall Fest plans, a car show, a potential farmers market, and a movie showing, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Consensus to approve ADA swing set proposal from Kinetic Recreation ($14,994.50)
• Consensus to sell Fall Fest tee shirts in small quantities
• Consensus to show local movie before final Movie in the Park, pending City Manager approval
• Consensus to hold a Split the Pot raffle at the car show
• Consensus to explore a monthly farmers market starting spring 2022

City Council

The Trenton City Council will consider several spending measures, including a $95,431.20 contract with Prime Tech for fiber connectivity to Community Park wells, internet, and camera network. They will also vote on payments for EMS/fire software, emergency management costs, an electronic message center, and OKI regional budget share, plus appointments to boards.

• Motion to pay ESO Solutions Inc. $6,600.50 for EMS/fire software billing
• Motion to pay Butler County Emergency Management Agency $5,124.99
• Motion to authorize Prime Tech fiber connectivity to Community Park for $95,431.20
• Motion to contract with Carpenter Sign Service for electronic message center up to $30,759
• Ordinances amending sign code sections 826.03 and 826.08 (second reading)

The Trenton City Council approved several expenditures, including $95,431.20 for fiber and network connectivity at Community Park, and authorized payments for EMS/fire software, emergency management costs, an electronic message center, and OKI regional budget share. The council also appointed Ryan Prewitt to the Board of Zoning Appeals and Teresa Nichols to the CIC Board of Trustees. A final replat for Maple View Section 4B was accepted despite public opposition.

• Approved $95,431.20 for Prime Tech fiber and network connectivity at Community Park (6-0)
• Approved $6,600.50 for ESO Solutions EMS/fire software billing (6-0)
• Approved $5,124.99 for Butler County Emergency Management Agency costs (6-0)
• Approved up to $30,759 for Carpenter Sign Service electronic message center (6-0)
• Approved $3,764.62 for OKI Regional Council of Governments FY 2021-22 budget share (6-0)
• Appointed Ryan Prewitt to the Board of Zoning Appeals (6-0)
• Appointed Teresa Nichols to the CIC Board of Trustees (6-0)
• Accepted final replat for Maple View Section 4B (5-1)

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to review two items: a re-plat of Mapleview Subdivision Section 4B to correct a boundary line, and building and civil plans for the Magnode/Shape facility at 5601 Kennel Rd. The meeting also includes approval of the May 26, 2021 minutes and reports from administrators.

• Re-plat of Mapleview Subdivision Section 4B to correct section line
• Building and civil plans for Magnode/Shape at 5601 Kennel Rd
• Approval of May 26, 2021 special meeting minutes

The Trenton Planning Commission approved a re-plat of Mapleview Subdivision Section 4B to correct a boundary line after a court-ordered survey, and approved building and civil plans for Magnode/Shape Corp's new facility at 5601 Kennel Rd. Both approvals were unanimous or near-unanimous, with one abstention on the civil plans.

• Approved re-plat of Mapleview Subdivision Section 4B (5-0)
• Approved building and civil plans for Magnode/Shape at 5601 Kennel Rd (4-0, Schreiber abstained)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will consider a motion to pay Software Solutions, Inc. $18,270 for financial software support and related services, and will hold first readings on two ordinances amending zoning code sections. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a weed assessment correspondence item.

• Motion to pay Software Solutions, Inc. $18,270 for financial software support and implementation
• First reading of ordinance amending Section 826.03 of the Codified Ordinances
• First reading of ordinance amending Section 826.08 of the Codified Ordinances
• First reading of ordinance delegating authority for capital improvement reimbursements
• 2021 Weed Assessment Program #3 correspondence

The Trenton City Council approved two new business items: paying $18,270 to Software Solutions, Inc. for financial software support and related services, and classifying City Attorney Nick Ziepfel as an independent contractor. Both motions passed unanimously with 7 ayes. The council also held first readings of two ordinances amending city code sections 826.03 and 826.08, and approved an ordinance delegating authority for capital improvement reimbursements after suspending the rules.

• Approved $18,270 payment to Software Solutions, Inc. for software support and implementation (7-0)
• Approved classifying City Attorney Nick Ziepfel as independent contractor (7-0)
• Approved ordinance delegating authority for capital improvement reimbursements (7-0)
• Held first reading of ordinance amending Section 826.03
• Held first reading of ordinance amending Section 826.08

City Council

The Trenton City Council work session will discuss several financial and administrative items, including the 2021 Weed Assessment Program #3, a motion to authorize a 'Then and Now' payment for Software Solutions, and an ordinance on reimbursement and official intent. The council will also discuss ordinances related to Sections 826.03 and 826.08, and will consider an executive session to discuss confidential economic development information.

• 2021 Weed Assessment Program #3
• Motion to authorize Then and Now for Software Solutions
• Ordinance regarding reimbursement and declaration of official intent
• Ordinances regarding Sections 826.03 and 826.08
• Executive session request for economic development assistance

The Trenton City Council work session on July 15, 2021, was largely informational, with no formal votes on policy. The council heard updates on a weed assessment program, a software invoice authorization, and an ordinance for playground equipment reimbursement. It then voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss confidential economic development information and the potential reclassification of City Attorney Nick Ziepfel as an independent contractor, and later adjourned without taking public action.

• Held executive session (7-0) to discuss confidential economic development info and attorney classification
• Adjourned work session (7-0) after executive session
• Discussed (no vote) weed assessment program #3 for unpaid fines
• Discussed (no vote) motion to authorize after-the-fact software invoice
• Discussed (no vote) ordinance for playground equipment reimbursement and bond intent

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold public hearings on adopting the amended Fiscal Year 2022 tax budget and zoning 199.858 acres of newly annexed land as I-G General Industrial District. They will also consider correspondence on the 2021 weed assessment program and other routine items.

• Public hearing: Motion to adopt amended FY2022 tax budget ($25,205,158) and submit to Butler County Tax Commission
• Public hearing: Ordinance to zone 199.858 annexed acres as I-G General Industrial District
• Correspondence: 2021 Weed Assessment Program #2 ($300 assessment for 931 South First Street)
• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2021 work session and council meeting

The Trenton City Council adopted the amended Fiscal Year 2022 tax budget and approved zoning for 199.858 acres of annexed land as I-G (General Industrial District). It also authorized purchases and contracts for a K-9 unit, sewer rehabilitation, and a billboard for Olympic swimmer Zach Apple. All votes passed with 5 ayes, 0 nays, and 2 absent, except the sewer contract which had 4 ayes and 1 abstention.

• Adopted amended FY2022 tax budget (5-0, 2 absent)
• Zoned 199.858 annexed acres as I-G General Industrial (5-0, 2 absent)
• Authorized up to $22,000 for K-9 unit equipment for police (5-0, 2 absent)
• Authorized $50,416 sewer rehabilitation contract with Tele-Vac (4-0, 1 abstain, 2 absent)
• Authorized up to $500 for Zach Apple billboard with Edgewood School District (5-0, 2 absent)
• Adopted ARPA federal funding resolution (5-0, 2 absent)

City Council

The Trenton City Council work session will discuss several motions and ordinances, including a sanitary sewer main repair, purchase of a 2021 Chevy Tahoe for K-9 equipment, the 2022 tax budget, and acceptance of federal American Rescue Plan Act funds. They will also consider zoning newly annexed property as I-G General Industrial District and hold an executive session on economic development confidential information.

• Motion regarding Sanitary Sewer Main Repair
• Presentation on 4-bay drainage system in Centennial Run
• Purchase of 2021 Chevy Tahoe K-9 Equipment
• 2022 Tax Budget adoption
• Resolution to receive Federal American Rescue Plan Act Funds

The City Council work session covered several items but took no formal votes. They discussed awarding a sewer main repair contract to Televac, purchasing K-9 equipment for a new police Tahoe, adopting the 2022 tax budget, and accepting federal rescue plan funds. Council also went into executive session to discuss confidential economic development information.

• Discussed sewer main repair, recommending Televac for trenchless repairs in Barrington Ct. and Edgewood Drive area
• Discussed purchasing 2021 Chevy Tahoe K-9 equipment for the police department
• Discussed adopting the 2022 Tax Budget
• Discussed a resolution to receive Federal American Rescue Plan Act Funds
• Discussed a potential $500 donation to Edgewood schools for a Zach Apple billboard
• Moved into executive session to consider confidential economic development information
• Adjourned the work session after executive session

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 17, 2021, with several items for decision. New business includes authorizing contracts for water softener resin installation at the water treatment plant and new playground equipment at Community Park. The council will also hold a public hearing on a zoning code amendment and consider multiple ordinances on third reading, including zoning changes and acceptance of ARPA federal funding.

• Contract with Evoqua Water Technologies for $101,166 for water softener resin installation
• Contract with Kinetic Recreation Designs for up to $236,000 for playground equipment at Community Park
• Public hearing on ordinance amending Part Twelve (Planning and Zoning Code)
• Resolution adopting ARPA federal funding (second reading)
• Ordinance to zone 199.858 annexed acres as I-G (General Industrial) (second reading)

The Trenton City Council approved multiple zoning ordinance amendments, contracts for water softener resin and playground equipment, and set a public hearing for a 199.858-acre annexation zoning. A motion to amend the proposed zoning ordinance was passed, and the council voted to read several pieces of legislation by title only. The meeting included a public hearing where an attorney for Martin Marietta opposed mineral extraction amendments.

• Approved $101,166 contract with Evoqua Water Technologies for water softener resin (6-0)
• Approved $236,000 contract with Kinetic Recreation Designs for playground equipment (6-0)
• Approved motion to amend proposed zoning ordinance (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Section 1256.14 (5-1)
• Approved ordinances amending Sections 1244.10, 1246.03, 1252.14, 1258.08, 1206.24, 1214.01-04 (6-0 each)
• Set public hearing for July 1 on zoning 199.858 acres as I-G (6-0)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold a work session to discuss financial matters, including a $1,750,000 road improvement bond, the federal American Rescue Plan Act funds, and a playground equipment purchase. They will also consider zoning newly annexed property as industrial and amending planning and zoning ordinances. An executive session is requested for confidential economic development information.

• Sale and pricing of $1,750,000 road improvement BAN
• Resolution to receive Federal American Rescue Plan Act Funds
• Kinetic Recreation Design Playground Equipment Purchase Not to Exceed $236,000
• Zoning newly annexed property as I-G General Industrial District
• Amending various Planning and Zoning Ordinances

The Trenton City Council work session reviewed correspondence including the 2021 Weed Assessment Program and the sale of a $1,750,000 road improvement bond anticipation note (BAN). Finance Director Mike Engel reported all fund balances are within policy. Service Director Rob Leichman discussed replacing water softener resin and a motion to purchase playground equipment from Kinetic Recreation Design not to exceed $236,000. The Council then entered executive session to discuss confidential economic development information and adjourned without taking formal votes.

• Reviewed 2021 Weed Assessment Program correspondence
• Reviewed sale and pricing of $1,750,000 road improvement BAN
• Reviewed Statement of Cash Position, Treasury Investment Report, and Fund Balance Status Report
• Discussed resolution to receive Federal American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Discussed replacing resin in existing water softeners
• Discussed motion to purchase Kinetic Recreation Design playground equipment not to exceed $236,000
• Discussed ordinance zoning newly annexed property as I-G General Industrial District
• Entered executive session to consider confidential economic development information

Parks & Recreation Board

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, select an alternate movie for the June 12 movie night, and hear presentations from two playground equipment companies before making a recommendation. The meeting is open to the public and will take place at Civic Hall.

• Approval of minutes from May 27, 2021 special meeting
• Selection of alternate movie for June 12 movie night
• Presentations by Kinetic Recreation Design, LLC and Midstates Recreation
• Recommendation for playground equipment

The board recommended Kinetic Recreation's proposal #4481 for a pour-in-place playground at Community Park, not to exceed $236,000, to Council. They also swapped the June 12 movie from Sandlot to Angels in the Outfield due to licensing issues. Minutes from May 27 were approved, and absences were excused.

• Recommended Kinetic Recreation proposal #4481 (pour-in-place) for Community Park playground, not to exceed $236,000 (all in favor, Chairman Perry abstained)
• Selected Angels in the Outfield to replace Sandlot for June 12 Movies in the Park (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of May 27, 2021 Parks Board meeting (all in favor)
• Excused Mr. Hill and Ms. Fry from attendance (all in favor)

City Council

Trenton City Council will hold final votes on refuse collection rate adjustments and a planning/zoning code amendment, and first readings on accepting ARPA federal funds, zoning 199.858 annexed acres as I-G General Industrial, and a right-of-way policy change. They will also consider a motion to appoint Paul McSorley to the Board of Zoning Appeals and accept a $1,388,287.95 performance bond from D.R. Horton for Elk Creek Subdivision site work.

• Ordinance amending refuse collection rates (Chapter 1060) — third reading, emergency declared
• Ordinance amending Planning and Zoning Code (Part Twelve) — second reading
• Resolution adopting ARPA federal funding (H.R. 1319) — first reading, emergency declared
• Ordinance zoning 199.858 annexed acres as I-G General Industrial District — first reading
• Resolution accepting $1,388,287.95 performance bond from D.R. Horton-Indiana, LLC for Elk Creek Subdivision Section 10

The Council approved an ordinance amending the refuse collection and disposal system (6-1), and adopted a resolution accepting $1,388,287.95 performance bond from D.R. Horton for Elk Creek Subdivision site work. They also suspended rules to adopt a right-of-way management policy amendment and scheduled a public hearing for June 17 on a zoning code amendment. No substantive decisions were made on ARPA funding or the industrial zoning ordinance, which were only read for the first time.

• Approved refuse collection ordinance amendment (6-1)
• Adopted resolution accepting $1,388,287.95 performance bond from D.R. Horton (7-0)
• Adopted right-of-way management policy amendment after suspending rules (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for June 17 on planning and zoning code amendment (7-0)
• Appointed Paul McSorley to Board of Zoning Appeals (7-0)
• Approved minutes of May 20 meetings with corrections (7-0)

City Council

The Trenton City Council work session will discuss several administrative items, including a potential appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals, a surety bond for Elk Creek, zoning for newly annexed property, refuse collection rates, and acceptance of federal American Rescue Plan Act funds. The council will also consider amendments to planning and zoning ordinances and the Right-of-Way Management Policy, and may enter executive session to discuss confidential economic development information.

• Appointment of Paul McSorley to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Resolution regarding Surety Bond for Elk Creek
• Zoning Ordinance for newly annexed property
• Ordinance regarding Refuse Collection and Disposal System Rates
• Resolution to receive Federal American Rescue Plan Act Funds

The Trenton City Council held a work session on June 3, 2021, discussing several items but taking no formal votes. Topics included the appointment of Paul McSorley to the Board of Zoning Appeals, a surety bond for Elk Creek, a zoning ordinance for newly annexed property (first reading, public hearing set for July 8), refuse collection rates, and a resolution to receive American Rescue Plan Act funds. The council unanimously voted to enter executive session to discuss confidential economic development information, then adjourned.

• Entered executive session to discuss confidential economic development info (7-0)
• Adjourned work session after executive session (7-0)
• Discussed appointment of Paul McSorley to BZA (no vote)
• Discussed surety bond for Elk Creek (no vote)
• Discussed zoning ordinance for annexed property, first reading (no vote)
• Discussed refuse collection rates (no vote)
• Discussed ARPA funds resolution (no vote)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board is holding a special meeting to discuss board personnel and playground equipment. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and reports from board members or city administrators. No unfinished business is listed.

• Discussion of Parks Board Personnel
• Playground Equipment
• Approval of May 11, 2021 meeting minutes

The Parks Board approved naming Phoebe Fry an honorary lifetime member for her 17 years of service. After reviewing three vendor proposals for new playground equipment, the board decided to wait for vendors to present before making a recommendation, though members favored Kinetic Recreation's proposal with pour-in-place rubber surfacing. No final playground decision was made.

• Approved naming Phoebe Fry honorary lifetime member (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 11, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Excused Ms. Cooney and Ms. Fry from meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled playground equipment decision until vendors present

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to consider an ordinance amending the Planning and Zoning Code, specifically Title Four (Zoning). The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the May 24, 2021 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Ordinance amending Part Twelve (Planning and Zoning Code), Title Four (Zoning)
• Approval of minutes from May 24, 2021 special meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for June 14, 2021, if needed

The Planning Commission approved a set of zoning code amendments covering medical marijuana processing, appeals, industrial districts, mineral extraction, city acceptance requirements, final plats, and conditional use procedures. The motion passed unanimously with 3 yes votes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved zoning code amendments (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 24, 2021 special meeting (3-0)
• Excused absent members David Schreiber and Nicholas Rine (3-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Trenton Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to elect a chair and vice-chair for 2021, approve the April 26 minutes, and consider a variance request from Kyle Wade of Todd Homes, LLC for an in-ground swimming pool and fence in the side yard at 320 Newbury Place. The board will swear in witnesses and discuss the request. The next meeting is scheduled for June 28, 2021, if needed.

• Election of 2021 BZA chair and vice-chair
• Variance request for in-ground pool and fence at 320 Newbury Place
• Approval of April 26, 2021 minutes
• Swearing in of witnesses for the variance discussion
• Next meeting set for June 28, 2021, if needed

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved a variance request by Kyle Wade of Todd Homes, LLC for an in-ground swimming pool and fence in the side yard at 320 Newbury Place, despite city code prohibiting such structures in side yards. The board voted 3-0 in favor of all seven criteria, granting the variance as presented. The board also elected Kami Archibald as 2021 Chair and Stacey Matala as Vice-chair, and approved the April 26, 2021 minutes.

• Approved variance for pool and fence at 320 Newbury Place (3-0)
• Elected Kami Archibald as 2021 BZA Chair (3-0)
• Elected Stacey Matala as 2021 BZA Vice-chair (3-0)
• Approved April 26, 2021 BZA minutes (3-0)
• Excused Stacey Matala and Mr. Perry from meeting (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission recommended that newly annexed land off Kennel Road be zoned Industrial, following staff's recommendation based on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan and surrounding zoning. The commission also elected Ray Nichols as Chair and Michelle Payne as Vice-Chair for 2021. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Recommended Industrial zoning for ~200 acres annexed off Kennel Road south of Pierson Rd (4-0)
• Elected Ray Nichols as 2021 Chair (3-0, Nichols abstaining)
• Elected Michelle Payne as 2021 Vice-Chair (3-0, Payne abstaining)
• Approved 04-12-2021 meeting minutes (motion by Nichols, others abstained)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on May 20, 2021. The main items are a second reading of an ordinance to amend the refuse collection and disposal system (which includes a $0.58 monthly rate increase for residents) and a first reading of an ordinance amending the Planning and Zoning Code. The council will also review financial reports and hear public comments.

• Second reading: Ordinance amending refuse collection and disposal system, including a $0.58 rate increase (emergency declared)
• First reading: Ordinance amending Part Twelve (Planning and Zoning Code), Title Four (Zoning)
• Approval of minutes from May 6, 2021 work session and council meeting
• Correspondence: Statement of Cash Position, Treasury Investment Report, Fund Balance Status Report
• Public comments accepted via email before meeting

The Trenton City Council approved several financial measures, including a $1.75 million road improvement bond anticipation note ordinance and a $3,675 annual grant service subscription. They also authorized $9,260 for new LED pole lights at Community Park and passed ordinances adjusting water/sewer appropriations and creating a utility credit memo fund. A zoning ordinance was sent to the planning commission, and a refuse collection ordinance was held for a third reading.

• Approved $1.75M road improvement bond anticipation notes (7-0)
• Approved $3,675 annual grant service subscription to Carahsoft (7-0)
• Approved $9,260 for two LED pole lights at Community Park (7-0)
• Approved second supplemental appropriations for water/sewer funds (7-0)
• Approved creation of Utility Credit Memo Fund #028 (7-0)
• Referred zoning ordinance amendment to planning commission (7-0)
• Tabled refuse collection ordinance amendment until June 3rd (second reading)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a work session to discuss several financial and regulatory items, including a $1.75 million bond ordinance, a second supplemental appropriation, creation of a utility credit memo fund, and refuse collection rates. They will also consider amendments to planning and zoning ordinances and may enter an executive session for economic development discussions. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Second Supplemental Appropriation ordinance
• $1,750,000.00 Bond Ordinance
• Creation of Utility Credit Memo Fund
• Refuse Collection and Disposal System Rates
• Amending various Planning and Zoning Ordinances

The Council held a work session and discussed replacing playground equipment at the community park, but took no final action, deciding instead to present the options to the parks board at a special meeting for their input. The Council also scheduled an admin committee meeting for June 3rd and a safety committee meeting for June 17th. No formal votes were taken on legislation, as items 1-3 were noted for final reading at the regular meeting.

• Tabled playground equipment replacement decision, referred to parks board for input
• Scheduled admin committee meeting for June 3rd at 5:30pm
• Scheduled safety committee meeting for June 17th at 5:30pm
• Entered executive session to discuss economic development applicant information (7-0)
• Adjourned work session after executive session (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board will hold its regular meeting on May 11, 2021, at Civic Hall. The board will approve the April minutes, receive updates on Fall Fest, Movies in the Park, and the 2021 Christmas Parade, and discuss replacing playground equipment and applying for grants. The next meeting is scheduled for June 8, 2021.

• Approval of April 13, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on Fall Fest (Sharon Leichman)
• Update on Movies in the Park
• Update on 2021 Christmas Parade
• Discussion on replacing playground equipment and applying for grants

The Parks Board discussed and planned the Fall Festival, including alcohol sales, entertainment options, and a car show, with no formal votes taken. They also set Movies in the Park for the second Saturday of each month starting June 12, and discussed a free fitness program. The board agreed to hold future meetings in person.

• Approved minutes of February 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Excused Ms. Fry and Ms. Hale from meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to sell bottle beer and alcoholic seltzers at Fall Festival (unanimous)
• Set Movies in the Park for second Saturday monthly starting June 12, 2021 (unanimous)
• Agreed to allow food trucks at Movies in the Park without exclusivity (unanimous)
• Agreed to hold next meeting in person (unanimous)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will consider several spending items, including a $392,597 contract for resurfacing West State Street and a $70,564 storm water permit fee payment. They will also vote on appointments to the Planning Commission and introduce ordinances for budget adjustments and road improvement bonds. The meeting includes the swearing-in of a newly appointed councilman.

• Motion to pay $70,564 NPDES Phase II storm water permit fees to Butler County Storm Water District
• Motion to approve $392,597 contract with Barrett Paving Materials, Inc. for West State Street resurfacing
• Motion to appoint Clarence Glen Reid and Nicholas Rine to the Planning Commission
• Ordinance (second reading) for $1,750,000 road improvement bond anticipation notes
• Ordinance (second reading) amending FY2021 appropriations for water and sewer funds

The council approved several items, including a $392,597 contract with Barrett Paving Materials for resurfacing West State Street, a $70,564 storm water permit fee payment, and appointments to the Planning Commission. All votes were 6-0 with one absent. The council also held a second reading of ordinances for supplemental appropriations, road improvement bonds, and a utility credit memo fund, with final readings scheduled for May 20.

• Approved $392,597 resurfacing contract with Barrett Paving Materials (6-0)
• Approved $70,564 NPDES storm water permit fee payment to Butler County (6-0)
• Appointed Clarence Glen Reid and Nicholas Rine to Planning Commission (6-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign plats for right-of-way expansions on Wayne Madison Road (6-0)
• Swore in Dale Perry to fill Councilman Montgomery's unexpired term
• Excused Councilwoman Harris from meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes of April 15 and April 20 meetings (5-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

The City Council work session includes discussions on a State Street paving project and the authorization of Wayne Madison Road right-of-way expansions. The Finance Director will also present items regarding a $1,750,000.000 bond ordinance and refuse collection rates.

• $392,597.00 State Street Paving Project
• Wayne Madison Road ROW expansions
• $1,750,000.000 Bond Ordinance
• Refuse Collection Rates Ordinance
• Appointment of Clarence Glen Reid and Sharon Heberling to the Planning Commission

The Council discussed several items, including appointing Glen Reid and Nick Rine to the Planning Commission, awarding the State Street Paving project to Barrett Paving, and authorizing the Mayor to sign plats for right-of-way expansions. They also reviewed a refuse collection rate increase of $0.58 for residents. No formal votes were taken during the work session; decisions are expected at the regular meeting.

• Discussed appointing Glen Reid and Nick Rine to Planning Commission (no vote)
• Discussed awarding State Street Paving project to Barrett Paving (no vote)
• Discussed authorizing Mayor to sign plats for ROW expansions at Wayne Madison Rd (no vote)
• Discussed $0.58 refuse collection rate increase for residents (no vote)
• Agreed to seek quotes and financing options for playground equipment replacement (no vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request from Ryan Prewitt regarding a privacy fence. The applicant seeks to place the fence into a side yard setback at 439 Martin Avenue, which is currently restricted by city code.

• Variance request: Privacy fence in a side yard setback at 439 Martin Avenue

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request by Ryan Prewitt to place a 4-foot chain link fence in the side yard setback at 439 Martin Avenue. The board voted unanimously (3-0) to grant the variance after determining that a practical difficulty existed. The minutes from the April 22, 2019 meeting were not approved because they are missing and will be addressed at the next meeting.

• Approved fence variance for 439 Martin Avenue (3-0)
• Minutes from April 22, 2019 not approved; deferred to next meeting

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an executive session request for confidential discussions on economic development and personnel matters, and to appoint a councilmember to fill a vacancy until December 31, 2021.

• Executive session request for economic development assistance and personnel matters
• Motion to appoint a councilmember for term expiring December 31, 2021

The council held a special meeting and voted to enter executive session to discuss confidential economic development and personnel matters. After reconvening, they appointed Dale E. Perry to fill a councilmember vacancy, with his term expiring December 31, 2021. The appointment passed 4-1 with one abstention.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for economic development and personnel matters (unanimous)
• Appointed Dale E. Perry as councilmember, term expires December 31, 2021 (4-1, Vice Mayor Perry abstained)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a regular meeting on April 15, 2021. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, correspondence reports, and no public hearings or unfinished business. Key items include a third reading of an ordinance to repeal parts of the Fire Department wage plan, a second reading of an ordinance repealing the Administrative Secretary section, and a verbal motion to authorize an $84,000 agreement for the Trenton Industrial Park entrance drive.

• Third reading of ordinance to repeal parts of Fire Department wage plan
• Second reading of ordinance repealing Section 280.05 Administrative Secretary
• Verbal motion to authorize $84,000 agreement with Kleingers Group for Industrial Park entrance
• Approval of minutes from March 25 special, April 1 work session, and April 1 council meeting
• Correspondence: Statement of Cash Position, Treasury Investment Report, Fund Balance Status Report

The Trenton City Council approved the 2021 supplemental transfers and authorized the city manager to purchase a high-service pump for the water treatment plant for $28,957. Two ordinances were adopted on third reading: one repealing parts of the fire department employee classification and wage plan, and another repealing Section 280.05 of the code. Three other ordinances were introduced on first reading, including a $1.75 million road improvement bond anticipation note. No public comments were submitted.

• Approved 2021 supplemental transfers (6-0)
• Authorized purchase of high service pump for $28,957 (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance repealing parts of fire department wage plan (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance repealing Section 280.05 (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance for second supplemental appropriations (first reading)
• Introduced ordinance for $1,750,000 road improvement bond anticipation notes (first reading)
• Introduced ordinance establishing Utility Credit Memo Fund (first reading)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss upcoming events, including the 2021 Fall Fest, Movies in the Park dates, and the 2021 Christmas Parade. They will also review the Comprehensive Plan and Parks Master Plan. No votes or contracts are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of February 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on 2021 Fall Fest (Sharon Leichman)
• Discussion of Movies in the Park and potential dates
• Discussion of 2021 Christmas Parade
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan and Parks Master Plan

The Parks Board discussed and made preliminary plans for the Fall Festival, including alcohol sales, entertainment options, and a car show, but deferred final decisions on some entertainment. They also set Movies in the Park for the second Saturday of each month starting June 12, 2021, and noted Council's approval to update the Parks master plan. No formal votes were taken on these items; the board approved the previous meeting's minutes and excused two absent members.

• Approved minutes of February 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Excused Ms. Fry and Ms. Hale from meeting (unanimous)
• Decided to sell bottle beer and alcoholic seltzers at Fall Festival (all agreed)
• Agreed to have food trucks at Movies in the Park without exclusivity (all agreed)
• Set Movies in the Park for second Saturday monthly starting June 12, 2021 (all agreed)
• Volunteered Mr. Hill to serve on Parks master plan steering committee (volunteered)
• Agreed to hold next meeting in person on May 11, 2021 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission is meeting to conduct routine business, including approving previous minutes and electing an interim chair. The main item is a review of the proposed preliminary plat for the Madison Manor subdivision, followed by a discussion of the Comprehensive Plan led by City Manager Marcos Nichols.

• Review of proposed preliminary plat for Madison Manor subdivision
• Election of an interim Chair for the meeting
• Comprehensive Plan discussion by City Manager Marcos Nichols
• Approval of minutes from February 10, 2020 meeting

The Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for the Madison Manor subdivision, which includes a new storm water system with private drainage easements and no curb and gutter. The commission also discussed a new comprehensive plan contract with Community Planning Partners.

• Approved preliminary plat for Madison Manor subdivision (3-0)
• Excused Michele Payne's absence due to work conflict (3-0)
• Elected Ray Nichols as interim chair for the meeting (2-0, Nichols abstained)

City Council

Trenton City Council will consider a motion to extend the 2020 income tax filing and payment deadline from April 15 to May 17, 2021, matching federal and state deadlines, with penalties and interest waived. The council will also hold third readings on ordinances amending employee regulations and the fund cash balance policy, and second readings on fire department wage plan changes and repealing the administrative secretary position. The agenda includes no public hearings or unfinished business.

• Motion to extend 2020 income tax filing/payment deadline to May 17, 2021, waiving penalties and interest
• Ordinance amending Chapter 250 (Employees Generally) - third reading
• Ordinance amending fund cash balance policy (Ordinance 18-2013 and 38-2019) - third reading, emergency
• Ordinance to repeal parts of fire department employee classification and wage plan - second reading, emergency
• Ordinance repealing Section 280.05 (Administrative Secretary) - second reading

Council voted to extend the 2020 income tax filing and payment deadline to May 17, 2021, waiving penalties and interest. They also approved a $84,000 agreement with Kleingers Group for professional services to construct the Trenton Industrial Park entrance drive. An ordinance amending Chapter 250 (employees) was approved 4-2, and a fund cash balance policy ordinance was adopted unanimously. Two ordinances remain in second reading, with third reading scheduled for April 15.

• Extended 2020 income tax filing/payment deadline to May 17, 2021 (6-0)
• Authorized $84,000 agreement with Kleingers Group for industrial park entrance drive (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 250, employees generally (4-2)
• Adopted fund cash balance policy ordinance, amending Ordinance 18-2013 and 38-2019 (6-0)
• Tabled fire department wage plan repeal and administrative secretary repeal to April 15

City Council

The City Council will discuss extending the income tax filing deadline and two ordinances: a fund cash balance policy and repealing parts of the wage plan for the Fire Department. They will also consider requests for executive sessions to discuss economic development applicant information and public employee matters. The agenda is subject to change.

• Discuss motion on income tax filing deadline extension
• Discuss ordinance on fund cash balance policy
• Discuss ordinance repealing parts of wage/classification plan for Fire Department
• Discuss ordinance on Chapter 250 (Employees Generally)
• Discuss ordinance on Section 280.05 (Administrative Secretary)

The Council held a work session where Finance Director Mike Engel discussed extending the income tax filing deadline to May 17 to match federal and state deadlines. They also reviewed ordinances on a police levy fund, Fire Department wage plan updates, and employee handbook changes, with Councilman Nichols expressing concerns about the latter. The Council then entered executive session to discuss economic development and personnel matters, and adjourned without taking formal votes on the agenda items.

• Discussed extending income tax filing deadline to May 17 (no vote)
• Reviewed Fund Cash Balance Policy for police levy fund (no vote)
• Reviewed ordinance to repeal parts of Wage and Classification Plan for Fire Department (no vote)
• Discussed Chapter 250 employee handbook changes; Councilman Nichols voiced concerns (no vote)
• Reviewed Section 280.05 Administrative Secretary ordinance (no vote)
• Moved to add verbal motion for Industrial park entrance engineering work (no vote)
• Entered executive session for economic development and personnel matters (6-0)
• Adjourned work session (6-0)

City Council

At this regular meeting, Council will take a final vote on an ordinance to annex 199.858 acres of city-owned land into the city. They will also consider amendments to employee regulations, the fund cash balance policy, and fire department wage plan changes. No public hearings or new business are scheduled.

• Annexation of 199.858 acres (third reading)
• Amend Chapter 250, Employees Generally (second reading)
• Amend fund cash balance policy (second reading)
• Repeal parts of Fire Department wage plan (first reading)
• Repeal Section 280.05 Administrative Secretary (first reading)

The Trenton City Council approved the annexation of 199.858 acres of city-owned land into the city, with a 6-0 vote (one absent). Other ordinances were introduced or advanced to second/third readings, but no other substantive decisions were made. The meeting was largely procedural, with reports from officials and no public comments.

• Approved annexation of 199.858 acres of city-owned land (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved minutes of March 4 work session and council meeting (6-0, 1 absent)
• Excused Councilwoman Harris from attendance (6-0, 1 absent)
• Advanced ordinance amending Chapter 250 (employees) to third reading
• Advanced ordinance amending fund cash balance policy to third reading
• Introduced ordinance to repeal parts of fire department wage plan (first reading)
• Introduced ordinance repealing Section 280.05 (administrative secretary) (first reading)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several ordinances, including a proposed annexation of 199.858 acres, a fund cash balance policy, and changes to the wage and classification plan for the Fire Department. They will also consider requests for executive sessions to discuss confidential business information and personnel matters. The agenda is subject to change.

• Discuss ordinance on annexation of 199.858 acres
• Discuss ordinance on fund cash balance policy
• Discuss ordinance to repeal parts of wage plan related to Fire Department
• Discuss ordinance regarding Chapter 250, Employees Generally
• Executive session requests for economic development and personnel matters

The Council held a work session with no votes on legislation. City Treasurer Mike Engel reported all funds are within policy, and the city may receive nearly $2.85 million in new COVID relief funding, though spending rules are unclear. City Manager Marcos Nichols noted the annexation ordinance is on its third reading. The Council held two executive sessions, one on personnel and one on economic development, and adjourned without taking public action.

• Held executive session on personnel matters (6-0 vote, 1 absent).
• Held executive session on economic development confidential information (6-0 vote, 1 absent).
• Adjourned the work session after executive session (6-0 vote, 1 absent).
• No formal action taken on the annexation ordinance or COVID relief funding.

City Council

Trenton City Council's regular meeting includes votes on several spending items, including a $48,200 contract for an updated comprehensive plan and parks plan, a $7,575 software support invoice, and payments for building inspections and engineering services. Council will also consider ordinances on annexing 199.858 acres of city-owned land, amending the sign code, and adjusting appropriations. The agenda includes a third reading of the sign code ordinance and a first reading of an employee-related ordinance.

• Motion to pay $7,575 to Municipal Income Tax Solutions for software support
• Motion to contract with Community Planning Insights for comprehensive plan and parks plan at $48,200
• Motion to certify $2,422.34 in delinquent water bills to Butler County Auditor
• Ordinance to annex 199.858 acres of city-owned land (second reading)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 826, Signs (third reading)

Council approved a six-item consent agenda, including a $48,200 comprehensive plan update with Community Planning Insights, a $7,575 software support payment, and delinquent water bill certification. They also adopted ordinances amending the 2021 appropriations and the city's sign code, and introduced several other ordinances for future readings.

• Approved minutes of Feb. 18 work session and council meeting (7-0).
• Approved consent agenda: $7,575 MITS software support, $48,200 CPI comprehensive plan, $2,422.34 delinquent water bill certification, $3,328.75 building inspection permits, $3,698.75 engineering services, and Dr. Alan Burley's reappointment to Butler County Board of Health (7-0).
• Adopted ordinance amending 2021 appropriations for Fund #442 (7-0).
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 826, Signs (6-1).
• Introduced ordinance authorizing annexation of 199.858 acres; third reading set for March 18.
• Introduced ordinances amending Chapter 250 (employees) and fund cash balance policy; second readings set for March 18.

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a work session to discuss several ordinances, including a sign code update, Chapter 250 revisions, and an annexation ordinance. The council will also consider a request for an executive session to review confidential economic development information. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of ordinance related to Sign Code
• Discussion of ordinance regarding Chapter 250 Revisions
• Discussion of Annexation Ordinance
• Executive session request for economic development assistance applicant information

The Council held a work session with no final votes. They reviewed a sign code ordinance (third reading) and asked the city attorney to clarify a section. They also discussed an annexation ordinance for 199.858 acres and chapter 250 revisions, with concerns raised about reducing Council authority. The session ended with a unanimous vote to enter executive session.

• Reviewed sign code ordinance, third reading, with attorney to review section 826.12
• Discussed annexation ordinance for 199.858 acres, no action taken
• Discussed chapter 250 revisions, first reading, with concerns about Council authority
• Moved into executive session (7-0)
• Adjourned work session (7-0)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting via Zoom, with several items of new business and legislation. Key actions include motions to pay a CARES Act business relief grant and legal services, plus first and second readings of ordinances on appropriations, signs, annexation, and resolutions for state grants and deed restrictions. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of a new police officer and routine financial reports.

• Motion to pay Janet's Barber Styling $3,371.01 for CARES Act business relief grant
• Motion to pay Graydon, Head, and Richey LLP $25,196.50 for January legal services
• Ordinance (2nd reading) amending 2021 appropriations for Fund #442 Enforcement and Education
• Ordinance (2nd reading) amending Chapter 826, Signs of the Code of Ordinances
• Ordinance (1st reading) authorizing annexation of 199.858 acres owned by the City

The Trenton City Council approved payments for a CARES Act business relief grant and January legal services, authorized applications for a green space conservation program and release of a deed restriction, and advanced an annexation ordinance. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the legal services payment.

• Approved $3,371.01 payment to Janet's Barber Styling for CARES Act business relief grant (7-0)
• Approved $25,196.50 payment to Graydon, Head, and Richey LLP for January legal services (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized application to Ohio Public Works Commission Clean Ohio Fund – Green Space Conservation Program (7-0)
• Authorized release of deed restriction for real property in Trenton (7-0)
• Introduced ordinance for annexation of 199.858 acres owned by the city (first reading, next reading March 4)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a supplemental appropriation ordinance, a sign code ordinance, a deed restriction release, and the annexation of 199.858 acres of city-owned land. The council will also consider a request for an executive session regarding confidential economic development information. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance
• Sign Code Ordinance
• Resolution authorizing release of deed restriction for real property
• Ordinance authorizing annexation of 199.858 acres of city-owned land
• Executive session request for economic development assistance

The work session was procedural, with no final votes taken. Treasurer Mike Engel proposed creating a police levy fund and bringing legislation on March 4th. Planning Administrator Bill Jones discussed the Sign Code Ordinance, suggesting changes to wording on electronic signage. City Manager Marcos Nichols reviewed a deed restriction release and an annexation ordinance for 199.858 acres. Council entered executive session and adjourned.

• Discussed creating police levy fund; legislation to be brought March 4th
• Discussed Sign Code Ordinance; wording changes to be made before next reading
• Discussed releasing deed restriction for real property
• Discussed annexation of 199.858 acres into city
• Entered executive session (7-0)
• Adjourned work session (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board is holding its regular February 2021 meeting, which is largely procedural. The agenda includes only approval of the prior meeting's minutes, with no unfinished or new business listed. The next meeting is scheduled for March 9, 2021.

• Approval of minutes from January 12, 2021 meeting

The Parks Board unanimously agreed to start the Fall Festival at 2:00 PM. They discussed event coordination with the new Event Coordinator, including scheduled performers and fireworks, and considered making the festival more family-oriented. No formal decisions were made on other matters.

• Approved minutes of January 12, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Excused Mr. Hill and Ms. Fry from meeting (unanimous)
• Set Fall Festival start time to 2:00 PM (unanimous)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a work session to discuss several motions and ordinances, including those related to a service truck and crane, budget transfers and a first supplemental appropriation, and a sign code ordinance. The council will also consider a request for an executive session to discuss confidential economic development information.

• Discussion of motions related to Service Truck and Crane
• Discussion of motions related to then and nows and budgeted transfers
• Discussion of Ordinance related to First Supplemental Appropriation
• Discussion of Sign Code Ordinance
• Executive session request for economic development assistance

The Trenton City Council held a work session on February 4, 2021, discussing the purchase of a service truck and crane, with some members expressing caution about major purchases during the pandemic. The council also reviewed a proposed sign ordinance and heard explanations on compliance items. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only actions were motions to enter and exit executive session, both approved unanimously.

• Entered executive session to discuss economic development assistance (7-0)
• Adjourned work session after executive session (7-0)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is meeting to approve several motions, including the 2021 budgeted transfers and administration charges, payments for legal and healthcare services, and the purchase of a utility bed with crane and a 2021 Ram 4500. Two ordinances are also up for first reading: one adjusting appropriations for the Enforcement and Education Fund and another amending the city's sign code. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and correspondence, with no public hearings or unfinished business.

• Motion approving 2021 budgeted transfers and administration charges totaling $6,878,070.22
• Payment of $32,097.50 to Graydon, Head, and Richey LLP for legal services
• Payment of $46,827.43 to Medical Mutual of Ohio for employee healthcare
• Purchase of Knapheide utility bed and crane for $38,421.00
• Purchase of 2021 Ram 4500 cab and chassis for $36,692.00

City Council

The Trenton City Council is meeting to consider several routine payments and purchases, including a $90,263 property and liability insurance policy, a $64,366.39 garbage collection payment to Rumpke, and a $36,044.88 software support payment. They will also vote on purchasing two police vehicles and a backhoe, and hold a third reading of an ordinance creating a part-time administrative assistant position in Public Works. The agenda is largely procedural with no public hearings or unfinished business.

• Motion to pay $90,263 for property and liability insurance to Public Entities Pool of Ohio
• Motion to pay $64,366.39 to Rumpke for December 2020 garbage collection and landfill expenses
• Motion to pay $36,044.88 to Software Solutions, Inc. for financial software support
• Motion to purchase two 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles for police patrol, not to exceed $80,000
• Ordinance (third reading) to create part-time administrative assistant position in Public Works

The Trenton City Council approved several payments and purchases, including a $90,263 insurance policy, $64,366.39 for garbage collection, $36,044.88 for software support, $11,153.34 for energy, $8,437.29 for street lights, two police vehicles, and a backhoe. They also adopted an ordinance creating a part-time administrative assistant position in Public Works. All votes were 6-0 with one absence.

• Approved $90,263 insurance payment to Public Entities Pool of Ohio (6-0)
• Approved $64,366.39 payment to Rumpke for garbage and landfill (6-0)
• Approved $36,044.88 payment to Software Solutions for software support (6-0)
• Approved $11,153.34 payment to Duke Energy for energy charges (6-0)
• Approved $8,437.29 payment to Duke Energy for street lights (6-0)
• Approved purchase of two 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles for police (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 2020 Case backhoe for $104,778.45 (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance creating part-time administrative assistant position (6-0)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold a work session to discuss several upcoming motions and ordinances. Topics include purchasing Chevrolet Tahoes for the police department, a backhoe, and creating a part-time administrative assistant position for Public Works. The council will also discuss financial correspondence, 'then and now' purchase orders, and a possible executive session on economic development and property purchase.

• Discussion of motion for Chevrolet Tahoe purchases for police
• Discussion of motion for backhoe purchase
• Discussion of ordinances for part-time PW administrative assistant
• Discussion of motions related to 'then and nows'
• Request for executive session on economic development and property purchase

The work session covered several agenda items but no formal votes were taken. Discussions included purchasing two Chevrolet Tahoes for patrol, replacing an older backhoe, and creating a part-time administrative assistant position. The council also entered executive session for economic development and property purchase discussions before adjourning.

• Discussed purchasing two Chevrolet Tahoes from Ganley Chevrolet, not to exceed $80,000
• Discussed replacing older backhoe with a new, larger model; old one to be auctioned
• Discussed ordinance to create part-time administrative assistant position and pay scale
• Entered executive session for economic development and property purchase discussions (6-0, 1 absent)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board will hold its first meeting of 2021, where members will elect a chairman and vice-chairman as required by the city charter. The agenda includes approval of the November 2020 minutes and reports from board members and city administrators. No other new business is listed.

• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman per City Charter Section 6.04
• Approval of minutes from November 10, 2020 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for February 9, 2021 at 6:00 PM via Zoom and Facebook Live

Personnel Board

The Trenton Personnel Board is meeting to consider and vote on approving position descriptions for two part-time roles: a Code Enforcement Officer and a Public Works Administrative Assistant. Both descriptions outline duties, qualifications, and working conditions. The board will decide whether to approve these descriptions.

• Part-Time Code Enforcement Officer position description
• Part-Time Public Works Administrative Assistant position description
• Both positions are unclassified, non-exempt, with a six-month probationary period

The Trenton Personnel Board approved minutes from September 28, 2020, and unanimously passed two resolutions establishing new part-time positions as unclassified: a Code Enforcement Officer and a Public Works Administrative Assistant. The next meeting was scheduled for February 10, 2021.

• Approved minutes of September 28, 2020 meeting
• Established Part-time Code Enforcement Officer as Unclassified position (unanimous)
• Established Part-time Public Works Administrative Assistant as Unclassified position (unanimous)

City Council

The work session covered three ordinances: a part-time administrative assistant for Public Works (second reading), an amendment to align sewage/waste ordinance with the County per EPA request (rules suspended for passage), and the final reading of the purchasing card policy. Council also agreed to an Admin committee meeting on January 21st and entered executive session for economic development discussions. No final votes were taken during the work session.

• Discussed part-time administrative assistant ordinance (second reading)
• Discussed sewage/waste ordinance amendment to match County (rules suspended for passage)
• Discussed purchasing card policy ordinance (third reading)
• Agreed to Admin committee meeting on January 21, 2021 at 5:30pm
• Entered executive session on economic development (7-0)