Trenton public meetings in 2022

City Council

Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on the 2023 annual appropriations ordinance. New business includes a $1.2 million cash advance from the General Fund to the Street Fund and a contract to farm 134.954 acres of industrial park land for $303.75 per acre. Several ordinances would broaden how tax increment equivalent funds can be spent on infrastructure in specific developments.

• Public hearing and second reading of the 2023 annual operating budget ordinance
• Motion to advance $1,200,000 from the General Fund to the Street Fund, repayable in 2023
• Motion to contract with Big S Farms, LLC to farm 134.954 acres of industrial park land at $303.75/acre
• Six ordinances to broaden public infrastructure improvements funded by TIF equivalent funds in Centennial Run, Mapleview, Quail Crossing, Villa Place, Deer Walk, and Elk Creek
• Resolution to create a full-time Public Works Administrative Assistant and full-time City Clerk, add 3% COLA to non-bargaining pay scales, and appoint Laura Daley as Clerk of Council

Council approved the 2023 annualized appropriations and a $1.2 million cash advance from the General Fund to the Street Fund. The board also created several full-time positions, including a Clerk of Council, and approved multiple ordinances to broaden the use of public improvement tax funds.

• Approved 2023 annualized appropriations (5-0)
• Authorized $1.2M cash advance from General Fund to Street Fund (5-0)
• Approved contract with Big S Farms, LLC to farm 134.954 acres at $303.75 per acre (5-0)
• Approved easement interest in 3.961 acres from Proeschel Family Farms, LLC (5-0)
• Approved 6 ordinances to broaden public infrastructure funding for Centennial Run, Mapleview, Quail Crossing, Villa Place, Deer Walk, and Elk Creek (5-0)
• Approved 2022 final appropriation adjustments (5-0)
• Created full-time Public Works Administrative Assistant and Clerk of Council positions (5-0)
• Appointed Laura Daley as full-time Clerk of Council (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several financial and administrative items, including a proposed 2023 budget, a second supplemental appropriation, and a wage and classification plan. They will also consider an RFP for the Industrial Park Farm, an easement appropriation, and tax increment financing districts. An executive session is requested for confidential economic development and property purchase discussions.

• Discuss motion regarding Industrial Park Farm RFP
• Discuss 2nd Supplemental Appropriation ordinance
• Discuss proposed 2023 Budget ordinance
• Discuss Resolution regarding Wage and Classification Plan
• Discuss Resolution regarding Easement Appropriation of 3.961+/- Acres

Council conducted a work session to discuss the 2023 budget, a 3% cost-of-living increase for nonunion employees, and several TIF district ordinances. No formal votes on legislation were taken during this session; items were reviewed for the regular Council meeting. The session included a brief executive session regarding economic development and property purchase.

• Appointed Councilwoman Combs as Chairperson for the session (5-0)
• Entered executive session at 6:40pm to discuss economic development and property purchase (5-0)
• Adjourned work session at 7:20pm (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The board recommended the 2023 Fall Fest date to avoid conflict with Edgewood Homecoming. Members discussed potential memorial gardens and trees, as well as expanding the city tree lighting event, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved minutes from October 11, 2022 meeting
• Recommended Fall Fest date of September 23, 2023 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider motions to authorize a $78,000 facilities condition and needs assessment contract with McGill, Smith, Punshon Inc. and a $38,000 purchase of equipment for two 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe patrol vehicles. A resolution declaring intent to appropriate an easement on 3.961 acres owned by Proeschel Family Farms LLC for a public street and sewer will receive a first reading. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and an ARPA running totals report.

• Motion to authorize $78,000 contract with McGill, Smith, Punshon Inc. for a facilities condition and needs assessment
• Motion to authorize $38,000 purchase and installation of equipment for two 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe patrol vehicles from Tri-State Public Safety
• First reading of resolution to appropriate an easement on 3.961 ± acres owned by Proeschel Family Farms LLC for a public street and sewer
• Approval of minutes from November 17, 2022 work session and regular meeting
• Correspondence: ARPA running totals

City Council authorized a contract for a facilities condition and needs assessment and approved funding for police vehicle equipment. A resolution to appropriate an easement for a public street and sewer was read for the first time.

• Approved contract with McGill, Smith, Punshon Inc. for facilities condition and needs assessment not to exceed $78,000 (4-0)
• Approved purchase and installation of equipment for two 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe patrol vehicles from Tri-State Public Safety not to exceed $38,000 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 17th Work Session and Regular Council Meeting (4-0)
• First reading of resolution to appropriate easement interest in 3.961 ± acres from Proeschel Family Farms, LLC for public street and sewer

City Council

The Trenton City Council will discuss several items at this work session, including a facilities conditions and needs assessment not to exceed $78,000, an equipment purchase for two Chevy Tahoe police vehicles not to exceed $38,000, and a resolution regarding easement appropriation of 3.961+/- acres. The council will also consider an executive session to discuss confidential economic development information and property purchase.

• Facilities Conditions and Needs Assessment (FCNA) not to exceed $78,000.00
• Equipment for two Chevy Tahoe police vehicles not to exceed $38,000.00
• Resolution regarding easement appropriation of 3.961+/- acres
• Executive session for economic development assistance and property purchase

The Council held a work session to review proposals for a facilities assessment and police vehicle equipment. No formal votes were recorded for the proposed contracts or the easement resolution; the session concluded with an executive session.

• Proposed Facilities Conditions and Needs Assessment with McGill, Smith, and Pushon Inc. not to exceed $78,000
• Proposed equipment purchase to outfit two Chevy Tahoes not to exceed $38,000
• Discussed Resolution regarding Easement Appropriation of 3.961+/- Acres for Industrial Park road access
• Approved motion to enter executive session (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and third reading on an ordinance to zone 62.73 annexed acres as R-2 (medium-density residential). They will also consider adopting the Trenton Parks Master Plan, amending the fund cash balance policy, creating a full-time planning and zoning assistant, and approving the 2023 annual appropriations budget.

• Public hearing and third reading on zoning 62.73 annexed acres as R-2 medium-density residential
• Motion to adopt the Trenton Parks Master Plan
• Ordinance amending Section 222.18 Fund Cash Balance Policy (second reading)
• Ordinance establishing a full-time Planning and Zoning Assistant with compensation rates (first reading)
• Ordinance making annualized appropriations for 2023 operating expenses (first reading)

City Council approved the Trenton Parks Master Plan for future reference and established a full-time Planning and Zoning Assistant to bring code enforcement in-house. The council also zoned 62.730 acres of annexed land as medium-density residential. The 2023 operating budget was presented, with a public hearing scheduled for December 17.

• Adopted Trenton Parks Master Plan (7-0)
• Zoned 62.730 +/- acres of annexed land as R-2 Medium-Density Residential (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Section 222.18 Fund Cash Balance Policy (7-0)
• Approved ordinance for editing and inclusion of ordinances in codified codes (7-0)
• Created full-time Planning and Zoning Assistant position (7-0)
• Approved minutes from Nov 3 work session and regular meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss ordinances on accepting the zoning of 62.730+ acres as R-2, amending the Fund Cash Balance Policy, and the 2023 Proposed Budget. They will also review the October 2022 Fund Balance Report and consider a motion on the Parks Master Plan, followed by an executive session on economic development and property purchase.

• Discuss ordinance on accepting zoning of 62.730+ acres as R-2
• Discuss ordinance amending Section 222.18 Fund Cash Balance Policy
• Discuss 2023 Proposed Budget
• Review October 2022 Fund Balance Report
• Consider motion on Parks Master Plan

Council decided to suspend required readings for an ordinance creating a full-time Planning and Zoning Assistant to bring code enforcement in-house. The body also held an executive session to discuss economic development and property purchase.

• Decided to suspend required readings for the Planning and Zoning Assistant ordinance to vote during the regular meeting
• Approved motion to enter executive session (7-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn work session (7-0)

Trenton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The Board of Trustees appointed the Finance Director and Assistant City Manager to the CIC. The board also approved the January 21, 2022 meeting minutes and reviewed the 2021 audit submission.

• Approved January 21, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Finance Director Matthew Mesisklis to the CIC (5-0)
• Appointed Assistant City Manager Nicole Ard to the CIC (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance to zone 62.73 acres of annexed land as R-2 (medium-density residential). They will also consider a third reading of a $5 vehicle license tax increase and first readings on fund cash balance policy and a bridge inspection agreement. The agenda includes a presentation honoring retiring Dispatcher Joe Stone.

• Third reading of ordinance to increase motor vehicle license tax by $5, generating an estimated $60,000 annually
• Second reading of ordinance to zone 62.73 annexed acres as R-2 medium-density residential (public hearing set for Nov. 17)
• First reading of ordinance amending fund cash balance policy, declared an emergency
• First reading of resolution authorizing agreement with ODOT for municipal bridge inspection program for 2023
• Retirement presentation for Dispatcher Joe Stone

Council approved a resolution to participate in the 2023 Municipal Bridge Inspection Program with the Ohio Department of Transportation. An ordinance to increase motor vehicle licensing fees failed due to a lack of a second motion. Other legislation regarding zoning and fund balance policies remains under consideration.

• Approved agreement with ODOT for 2023 Municipal Bridge Inspection Program (7-0)
• Approved minutes from October 20th Work Session and Regular Meeting (7-0)
• Ordinance to amend motor vehicle licensing tax rates failed (no second)
• Voted to read legislation items one and two by title only (6-1)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a proposed ordinance to accept the zoning of 62.730+/- acres as R-2, a resolution authorizing an ODOT agreement for the 2023 Municipal Bridge Inspection Program, and amendments to the motor vehicle tax rate and fund cash balance policy. The council will also consider an executive session for economic development and property purchase discussions.

• Ordinance regarding accepting zoning of 62.730+/- acres as R-2
• Resolution authorizing ODOT Agreement for Municipal Bridge Inspection Program for 2023
• Ordinance amending Section 894.01 Imposition and Rate of Tax; Motor Vehicle Defined
• Ordinance amending Section 222.18 Fund Cash Balance Policy
• Executive session for economic development assistance and property purchase

The City Council held a work session to review finance updates, bridge inspections, and pending ordinances. No final votes were taken on ordinances or resolutions during this session. The meeting concluded with a vote to enter executive session for confidential business and legal matters.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for economic development and property purchase (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on contracts for two Badger Orion gateway transceivers ($21,230) and a new weather siren ($31,639), and consider first reading of an ordinance to zone 62.73 annexed acres as R-2 (medium-density residential). Also on the agenda are second reading of a motor vehicle tax amendment and first reading of a fire department wage plan resolution.

• Motion to authorize contract with Buckeye State Pipe & Supply Co. and White Facility Services Inc. for two Badger Orion gateway transceivers, not to exceed $21,230
• Motion to authorize contract with MobileComm for a new weather siren, $31,639.13
• Ordinance to zone 62.73 annexed acres as R-2 (medium-density residential) (first reading)
• Ordinance amending Section 894.01 on motor vehicle tax rate (second reading)
• Resolution to amend fire department classification and wage plan (first reading, suspend rules)

Trenton City Council approved two contracts: $21,230 for two Badger Orion gateway transceivers from Buckeye State Pipe & Supply Co. and White Facility Services Inc., and $31,639 for a new weather siren from MobileComm. Both passed 7-0. Council also advanced several ordinances and resolutions, including a fire department wage plan and a zoning change for annexed land, with final votes scheduled for November.

• Approved $21,230 contract for two Badger Orion gateway transceivers (7-0)
• Approved $31,639 contract for new weather siren from MobileComm (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending motor vehicle tax rate (6-1)
• Approved resolution amending fire department classification and wage plan, declaring emergency (7-0)
• Approved resolution canceling maintenance bond for Centennial Run Section Three, declaring emergency (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance zoning annexed 62.73 acres as R-2 Medium-Density Residential
• Approved minutes of October 6 work session and regular meeting (7-0)
• Entered executive session for economic development and personnel matters (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an ordinance to zone 62.7 acres as R-2, a resolution to cancel a maintenance bond, and motions to purchase a weather siren for $31,639.13 and two transceivers for $21,230. They will also consider amending the motor vehicle tax rate and adjusting fire department pay, plus an executive session on economic development.

• Discuss Ordinance: Accepting zoning of 62.730+/- acres as R-2
• Resolution: Cancel Centennial Run Section 3 Maintenance Bond
• Motion: Purchase and install new weather siren for $31,639.13
• Motion: Purchase and install two badger orion gateway transceivers for $21,230.00
• Ordinance: Amend Section 894.01 on motor vehicle tax rate

Trenton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The Trenton CIC board approved the January 2022 meeting minutes and appointed Matthew Mesisklis and Nicole Ard as new board members. They reviewed the 2021 audit, discussed the Revolving Loan Fund, and received updates on Shape Corp. and Carvana. The meeting adjourned at 6:10 pm.

• Approved January 21, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Matthew Mesisklis and Nicole Ard to the CIC board (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

City Council is meeting to discuss a payment for software support and several ordinances regarding city taxes and treasury investments. The body will also consider a resolution to cancel a maintenance bond for Centennial Run Section Three B.

• Payment of $29,467.20 to Central Square Technologies for annual software maintenance and support
• Ordinance amending Section 891.05 regarding return and payment of tax (Third Reading)
• Ordinance amending Section 222.04 regarding payment of earnings on treasury investments
• Resolution to cancel a maintenance bond for Centennial Run Section Three B
• Ordinance amending Section 894.01 regarding imposition and rate of tax and motor vehicle definition

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a maintenance bond release and three ordinances related to taxes and treasury investments. The City Manager has also requested an executive session regarding economic development assistance.

• Maintenance Bond Release for Centennial Run Section 3B
• Ordinance amending Section 894.01 regarding Imposition and Rate of Tax; Motor Vehicle Defined
• Ordinance amending Section 222.04 regarding Payment of Earnings on Treasury Investments
• Ordinance amending Section 891.05 regarding Return and Payment of Tax
• Executive session request regarding economic development assistance applicant

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several contracts for city services, including document digitization, parking lot resurfacing, and water plant software updates. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances regarding financial transaction fees, security deposits, and the issuance of bond anticipation notes.

• Purchase agreement with GBS for document digitization up to $25,000
• Contract with John R. Jurgensen Company for city building parking lot resurfacing up to $331,425.00
• Contract with Musson’s Industrial Service, Inc. for water treatment plant software update up to $150,000.00
• Purchase agreement with Larry’s Lock, Safe & Security Center, Inc. for key fobs up to $10,689.00
• Ordinance for bond anticipation notes not to exceed $2,700,000.00

City Council

City Council is holding a work session to discuss several motions for software and infrastructure purchases. The body will also review ordinances regarding tax codes, security deposits, and the issuance of a $2,700,000.00 BAN.

• City Parking Lot Storm Drain/Resurfacing: $331,425.00
• Ignition SCADA software purchase: $150,000.00
• Issuance of a $2,700,000.00 BAN
• Document Management System: $25,000
• Door FOBS purchase: $10,000

City Council

City Council is reviewing several high-cost purchase agreements for emergency vehicles, police cars, and network infrastructure. The body is also considering ordinances regarding water and sewer charges, security deposits, and bond anticipation notes.

• Purchase of 2023/24 Type 3 Ford Ambulance for $252,764.00
• Underground fiber installation from water treatment plant to Woodsdale Rd garage for up to $113,400.00
• Purchase of two 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe PPVs for up to $90,000.00
• Purchase of Ricoh printer, scanner, and copier for $9,250.00
• Issuance of up to $2,700,000 in various purpose bond anticipation notes

City Council

City Council is holding a work session to discuss motions for equipment and infrastructure spending. The body will also review proposed ordinances regarding tax codes, utility charges, and a $2,700,000.00 BAN. An executive session is requested to discuss economic development assistance.

• Issuance of a $2,700,000.00 BAN
• Purchase of a 2023/24 Ambulance for $252,764.00
• Installation of fiber from Water Treatment Plant to City Garage on Woodsdale for $113,400.00
• Purchase of two 2023 Chevy Tahoe PPVs for $90,000.00
• Proposed amendments to Sewer Charges (Section 1040.40) and Water Charges (Section 1044.03)

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding tax, water, and sewer charges, as well as a proposal to issue up to $2.7 million in bond anticipation notes. The body is also considering purchase agreements for police department equipment and security items.

• Bond anticipation notes issuance not to exceed $2,700,000
• Police department operating and security equipment purchases up to $23,000
• Police department PPE, non-lethal weapons, and entry tools purchases up to $80,000
• Easement appropriation of 3.924+ acres from Proeschel Family Farms, LLC for a public street and sewer
• Dedication plat of Kennel Road and Arnold Brown Industrial Drive

City Council

The City Council will discuss various municipal matters including police equipment funding, land appropriation, and updates to utility charge sections. The session also includes discussions on investment policies and requests for executive sessions regarding economic development and personnel.

• $23,000.00 for Police Operating Equipment and Building Security
• $80,000.00 for Police PPE, Non-Lethal Weapons, and Entry Tools
• Appropriation of 3.924 Acres of Land
• Amendments to Section 1040.40 (Sewer Charges) and Section 1044.03 (Water Charges)
• Dedication Plat of Kennel Road and Arnold Brown Industrial Drive

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several charter amendment ordinances for the November 8, 2022, ballot. Additionally, the council is considering contracts for water meter purchases, intersection improvements, and creek restoration.

• Contract with Benchmark Land Management LLC for Elk Creek Restoration: $406,605.00
• Purchase of 40 remote water shut-off meters from Buckeye State Pipe & Supply Co.: $28,000.00
• Intersection improvements payable to Butler County OKI Regional Council: $3,793.48
• 11 Charter amendment ordinances for the November 8, 2022, general election
• Ordinance amending Section 672.12 regarding fireworks

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to discuss updates to the city's tax code and sewer and water charges. The body will also review the Elk Creek Restoration Project and proposed charter amendments.

• Elk Creek Restoration Project
• Purchase of 40 Remote Water Shut-Off Meters
• Ordinance regarding Section 672.12 - Fireworks
• Amendments to Section 891.03 Imposition of Tax Code
• Amendments to Section 1040.40 Sewer Charges and 1044.03 Water Charges

City Council

The City Council is considering a plan to allocate $1,382,029.11 from the American Rescue Plan Act to police personnel costs. Other items include funding for intersection improvements and a water service line replacement project.

• Allocation of $1,382,029.11 from Fund 241 to Police Department personnel costs
• $159,027.43 for intersection improvements payable to Butler County Engineer’s Office
• $81,246.57 payment to Casey’s General Stores, Inc. for intersection project commitment
• Contract with W. G. Stang, LLC for Meadow and Oakwood Lanes water service line replacement up to $741,692.00

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to discuss various infrastructure projects, financial policies, and city ordinances. The meeting includes reviews of water service line replacements and the use of ARPA funds.

• Meadow and Oakwood Lane Water Service Line Replacement Project
• Ordinance amending Section 891.03 Imposition of Tax Code
• Ordinance regarding Chapter 620 – Farm Animals
• Ordinance regarding Fire Levy
• Ordinance regarding Section 672.12 - Fireworks

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the Fiscal Year 2023 tax budget and proposed amendments to the city charter for the November election. Additional business includes an ordinance regarding farm animals and a resolution for a new investment policy.

• Motion to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023 Tax Budget
• Ordinance amending Chapter 620 regarding Farm Animals (Third Reading)
• Purchase of a Can-Am Defender UTV for $33,000.00
• Payment of $5,000.00 to Ohio First Responder Grants LLC
• Resolution adopting the revised City of Trenton Investment Policy

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to review financial reports and the 2023 tax budget. The body will discuss ordinances regarding farm animals and fireworks, as well as a resolution on annexation.

• Purchase of UTV for $33,00.00
• 2023 Tax Budget
• Ordinance regarding Chapter 620 – Farm Animals
• Ordinance regarding Section 672.12 - Fireworks
• Resolution regarding Annexation

City Council

The City Council is considering a $50,000 purchase of nineteen Tasers for the police department and a multi-year solid waste management contract with Rumpke of Ohio, Inc. Additionally, the council will review ordinances regarding farm animals, land annexation, and community development funds.

• Purchase of 19 Tasers from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $50,000.00
• Contract with Rumpke of Ohio, Inc. for solid waste management services
• Ordinance amending Chapter 620 regarding farm animals
• Resolution accepting a land annexation via Butler County
• Agreement with the Butler County Entitlement Program for grant funds

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several proposed ordinances and contracts. Items include updates to farm animal regulations and an annexation ordinance. The body will also review agreements regarding waste management and county housing programs.

• Purchase of 19 Tasers for $50,000.00
• Rumpke Solid Waste Management Contract
• Ordinance regarding Chapter 620 Farm Animals
• Annexation Ordinance
• Butler County Agreement for CDBG and HOME programs

City Council

City Council is reviewing a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 620 to allow residents to keep chickens for personal eggs, removing the current 5-acre requirement. The body is also considering a territory annexation and the final plat for Henry’s Acres.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 620 Farm Animals to allow chickens for personal egg production
• Resolution to accept the annexation of certain territory to the City of Trenton
• Ordinance to accept, modify, or reject the final plat for Henry’s Acres
• Resolution to accept a performance bond from Alum Cliff Industries, LLC for Henry’s Acres site work
• Resolution to accept a cash maintenance bond from Alum Cliff Industries, LLC for Henry’s Acres site work

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to discuss zoning ordinances and resolutions. The meeting includes reviews of animal regulations, platting, and annexation.

• Ordinance regarding Farm Animal Revisions
• Ordinance regarding Henry Acres Final Plat
• Performance and Maintenance Bonds for Alum Cliff
• Annexation Ordinance
• Executive session regarding economic development assistance

City Council

The City Council will discuss various motions with the Finance Director. The City Manager has also requested an executive session to consider confidential economic development information.

• Discussion of 'Then and Now' motions
• Executive session request regarding economic development assistance

City Council

The City Council will swear in Mathew Mesisklis as the new City Finance Director. Additionally, the council is considering a motion to pay Carahsoft Technology Corporation $3,675.00 for a grants research system.

• Swearing in of Mathew Mesisklis as City Finance Director
• Motion to pay Carahsoft Technology Corporation $3,675.00 for a grants research system

City Council

City Council will hold a third reading and vote on two ordinances. One involves renewing bond anticipation notes for road projects, and the other amends council rules regarding electronic participation.

• Third reading of ordinance for Road Improvement Bond Anticipation Notes, 2022 Renewal, not to exceed $1,750,000
• Third reading of ordinance amending Section 210.02 of the Codified Ordinances (Council Rules)
• Proposed road projects in the Industrial Development Park area

City Council

The City Council will discuss a $1,750,000 Road Improvement BAN 2022 Renewal and proposed changes to Section 210.02 of the Council Rules. The City Manager also requested an executive session regarding economic development information.

• $1,750,000 Road Improvement BAN 2022 Renewal
• Amendment to Section 210.02 Council Rules
• Executive Session request for economic development assistance information

City Council

City Council is meeting to discuss road improvement financing and updates to city ordinances. The body is also considering a purchase agreement for new computer hardware.

• Proposed issuance of up to $1,750,000 Road Improvement Bond Anticipation Notes (Second Reading)
• Purchase agreement with Southern Computer Warehouse for 9 desktops and 4 monitors not to exceed $16,522.62
• Ordinance amending Section 210.02 of the Codified Ordinances (Second Reading)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a road improvement BAN renewal and an amendment to council rules. The meeting includes reports on fund balances and investments, as well as discussions regarding computers. Two executive sessions are requested for economic development and personnel matters.

• Ordinance regarding $1,750,000 Road Improvement BAN 2022 Renewal
• Ordinance regarding Amending Section 210.02 Council Rules
• Fund Balance and Investment Reports
• Discussion regarding computers with IT Director Lon Green

City Council

City Council is reviewing several purchase agreements for police equipment and city services. The body is also considering an ordinance for road improvement bond anticipation notes and a fund name change for law enforcement trust funds.

• Road improvement bond anticipation notes not to exceed $1,750,000
• Purchase agreement for community park video recording not to exceed $55,863.55
• Purchase of 2022 Dodge Durango for police operations not to exceed $40,000.00
• Payment to Lexipol, LLC for law enforcement manuals and training of $27,786.29
• Payment to Bricker & Eckler LLP for legal fees of $15,896.50

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to discuss a $1,750,000 BAN and the Water System Master Plan. The body will also review proposals for a new police vehicle and park security cameras.

• Water System Master Plan discussion
• Proposed purchase of a Dodge Durango
• Community Park cameras and recording system motion
• Ordinance regarding a $1,750,000 BAN
• Amendment to Section 210.02

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to have the City of Trenton pay statutorily required employee contributions to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS). This measure would apply specifically to the City Manager position and serves as a cleanup to ensure compliance with OPERS requirements.

• Ordinance regarding OPERS contribution 'pick-up' for the City Manager

City Council

The City Council is considering several board appointments and the purchase of new city vehicles. The body is also reviewing an ordinance to amend open space requirements for new developments.

• Contract with Blust Motor Service Inc. for a 2023 International Cab & Chassis for $95,319.44
• Contract with Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company for a stainless steel truck bed and plow package for $80,359.00
• Appointments to the Parks Board, Tax Review Board, and Charter Review Board
• Proposed authorization for Police Chief to approve Law Enforcement Trust Fund expenditures under $15,000
• Third reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 1208.02 regarding common open space

City Council

The City Council work session includes discussions on purchasing a dump truck cab, chassis, and steel truck bed with a plow package. The agenda also covers various board appointments and an ordinance regarding common open space.

• Purchase of Dump Truck Cab and Chassis
• Purchase of Steel Truck Bed and Gledhill Plow Package
• Parks Board Member Appointments
• Tax Review Board Member Appointments
• Charter Review Commission Appointments

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. Members will also discuss an Open Space Requirement Ordinance.

• Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds
• Discussion of Open Space Requirement Ordinance
• Executive session regarding economic development, property purchase, or personnel

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a fire department staffing analysis that suggests transitioning to full-time personnel. Additional business includes rezoning requests, municipal payments, and development bonds for Madison Manor.

• Re-zone part of Lot 3874 on Howe Road
• Payment to Medical Mutual of Ohio for $46,153.47
• Payment to American Legal Publishing Corp. for $4,500
• Payment to Butler Co. Emergency Management Agency for $5,078.19
• Payment to Center for Local Government for $3,442.50

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several financial authorizations, including payments for water/sewer services, fuel, and garbage collection. Additionally, the council will consider an ambulance inflation factor rate increase of 5.1% effective March 1, 2022.

• Water/sewer bill payment to Butler County Environmental Services for $53,564.30
• Firecraft monitor purchase from Vogelpohl Fire Equipment, Inc. for $3,370.56
• Gasoline and diesel fuel payment to Wex Sunoco for $8,706.51
• Garbage collection and landfill expense payment to Rumpke for $66,949.41
• Purchase of a 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 from Bud’s Celina Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep, Inc. for $36,723.00

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to discuss motions regarding EMS rates and the purchase of police and service vehicles. The body will also consider an ordinance requiring reports of property rentals and leases. Executive sessions are requested to discuss economic development, property purchase, and personnel matters.

• Discussion of EMS rates
• Purchase of a Dodge Durango police vehicle
• Purchase of a 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 pick-up truck
• Proposed Ordinance Section 891.21 regarding report of property rentals and leases
• Executive session regarding property purchase for public purposes

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a staffing analysis for the Fire Department. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss economic development, property acquisition, or personnel matters.

• Discussion of Fire Department Staffing Analysis
• Executive session regarding economic development assistance and business strategy
• Executive session regarding purchase of property for public purposes
• Executive session regarding appointment, employment, or compensation of a public employee

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several financial motions including water/sewer payments and equipment purchases. They are also considering an ordinance regarding required reports for property rentals and leases.

• $53,564.30 payment to Butler County Environmental Services for water/sewer bill
• $3,370.56 purchase of a Firecraft monitor from Vogelpohl Fire Equipment, Inc.
• $8,706.51 payment to Wex Sunoco for gasoline and diesel fuel
• $66,949.41 payment to Rumpke for garbage collection and landfill expenses
• 5.1% EMS service rate increase effective March 1, 2022

City Council

The City Council work session includes discussions on EMS rates and the purchase of a 2022 Dodge Ram 1500. The agenda also covers a proposed ordinance regarding property rental reports and requests for executive sessions.

• Discussion of EMS Rates
• Purchase of a 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 Pick-Up Truck
• Ordinance regarding Section 891.21 – Report of Property Rentals and Leases Required
• Executive Session request for economic development and property purchase
• Executive Session request regarding public employee personnel matters

City Council

City Council is reviewing legislation regarding property rental reporting and fire department compensation. The body is also considering a re-zoning request for a property on Howe Road.

• Ordinance requiring landlords to semi-annually report tenants and leases to the Tax Commissioner (Second Reading)
• Ordinance to re-zone part of Lot 3874, Parcel R8600-064-000-011 on Howe Road (Second Reading)
• Ordinance to amend compensation rates for part-time Firefighter/EMS Paramedic, Intermediate, and Basic positions (First Reading)

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to discuss three proposed ordinances. The body will also request executive sessions to discuss personnel matters, property purchase, and economic development assistance.

• Rezoning of part of Lot 3874 on Howe Road
• Ordinance regarding part-time firefighter wages
• Proposed Section 891.21 regarding report of property rentals and leases
• Executive session for property purchase for public purposes
• Executive session for economic development assistance and personnel matters

City Council

City Council will discuss a first reading of an ordinance requiring the reporting of property rentals and leases. The body is also deciding on several board appointments and two specific city expenditures.

• First reading of an ordinance requiring reports of property rentals and leases (Section 891.21)
• Payment of $9,300 to Layne Christensen Company for Babeck test hole testing
• Memorandum of Agreement with First Financial Bank for Trenton Mayor’s Court public funds (01/07/22 to 12/31/2026)
• Appointments to the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Parks Board
• Acceptance of Nicholas Rine's resignation from the Planning Commission

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to discuss appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals. The body will review a proposed ordinance regarding property rental and lease reports, as well as part-time firefighter wages.

• Proposed ordinance for Section 891.21 regarding Report of Property Rentals and Leases
• Discussion of part-time firefighter wages
• Memorandum of Agreement for Trenton Mayor’s Court
• Then and Now for $9,300.00
• Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals appointments