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Trenton public meetings in 2023

85 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 21, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss water system master plan, planning commission changes, and 2024 wage scale

The City Council will discuss adopting the phase 1 water system master plan, appointing and dismissing planning commission members, and cancelling or accepting bonds for Mapleview Section Four. They will also consider amending the 2023 final appropriation ordinance, increasing council compensation, and adopting the 2024 wage and classification scale. An executive session is requested for economic development, property purchase, and employee compensation matters.

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Thu Dec 21, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on water system master plan, park projects, and council pay raise

The Trenton City Council will hold second readings on resolutions to increase future council member compensation, pick up the city's share of OPERS contributions for employees, and amend the 2024 wage and classification scale. New business includes motions to appoint members to the Planning Commission and adopt the Phase 1 Water System Master Plan for capacity upgrades. The agenda also includes first readings on supplemental appropriations, codified ordinance updates, and bond cancellations for Mapleview Section Four.

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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
That the items 1,2 and 3 under unfinished business be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor-Perry ___ 2nd_____ Ms. Harris _ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Harris, Combs, Perry (5)
2 nay
Agee nay · Montgomery nay
motion to keep the fire chief's pay at the current rate with no increase. Motion - To amend the proposed resolution. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__Vice Mayor- Perry ___ 2nd_____ Mr. Agee _ YAYS: Woodrey…
2 nay
Harris nay · Combs nay
That the items 1,2,3,4 and 5 under legislation be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor-Perry ___ 2nd_____ Ms. Harris _ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Harris, Combs, Perry (5)
2 nay
Agee nay · Montgomery nay
That the meeting be adjourned. (Roll Call Vote) 1st____Mr. Agee__ 2nd___ Ms. Harris__ Time: 8:19 PM YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Agee, Montgomery, Harris, Combs, Perry (6)
1 nay
Agee nay
Tue Dec 12, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board

Board to discuss veterans memorial, elect chair in January

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss a memorial for local veterans and receive an update on the election of chair and vice chair at the January meeting. No new business is on the agenda.

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Thu Dec 7, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss $88,800 Flock Safety camera purchase and $19,844 leak detector

The City Council will discuss multiple motions and resolutions, including purchasing a leak noise correlator for $19,844 and two Flock Safety cameras with a five-year service agreement for $88,800. Other items include park improvements (Home Avenue Park closure and parking lot, Founders' Park gazebo, Community Park splashpad), wage and compensation study, 2024 budget, and potential executive sessions.

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Thu Dec 7, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on 2024 budget, park projects, and police cameras

The Trenton City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on the 2024 operating budget, and consider several motions for park improvements, police equipment, and infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes second readings on sidewalk repair, vehicle tax, and municipal income tax ordinances, as well as first readings on council compensation and OPERS contributions.

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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
To approve the minutes of the November 16th, 2023, Council Work Session, and Regular Council meeting. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice Mayor- Perry_______ 2nd Mr. Agee_ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Agee…
1 abstain
Montgomery abstain
That the items 1,2,3,4 and 5 under unfinished business be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor-Perry ___ 2nd_____ Ms. Harris _ YAYS: Woodrey, Montgomery, Perry, Harris, Combs, Perry…
1 nay
Agee nay
That the ordinance be adopted. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Ms. Harris___ 2nd_____ Ms. Combs _ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Harris, Combs (4)
3 nay
Agee nay · Montgomery nay · Perry nay
That the motion be authorized. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor- Perry ___ 2nd_____ Ms. Harris YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Agee, Montgomery, Harris, Combs, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) 7…
1 abstain
Perry abstain
That the items 1,2,3,4,5,6 and 7 under legislation be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor-Perry ___ 2nd_____ Ms. Harris _ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Harris, Combs, Perry (6)
1 nay
Agee nay
Wed Dec 6, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to review hiring lists and recruitment for city roles

The Personnel Board is meeting to approve eligibility and certification lists for a Public Works Utility Operator. The board will also consider a competitive examination recruitment for a full-time Accounts Payable Specialist.

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Thu Nov 30, 2023

Trenton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

Trenton CIC Board to review records policy and city agreements

The Trenton Community Improvement Corporation Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the 1982 CIC/City Agreement and Articles of Incorporation. The board will also review and approve a Records Retention Policy and Schedule.

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Thu Nov 16, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on crosswalk, tax changes, and electric/gas aggregation

The Trenton City Council will hold second readings on ordinances amending treasury investment payments, real property sale/lease rules, and repealing sick and personal leave policies. New business includes appointing two members to the Board of Zoning Appeals and authorizing up to $60,000 for a pedestrian crosswalk at Clara Drive and West State Street. First readings cover sidewalk repair duties, motor vehicle tax rates, municipal income tax updates for 2023, 2024 appropriations, and creating electric and natural gas aggregation programs with opt-out provisions for voter approval.

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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
To approve the minutes of the November 2 nd, 2023, Council Work Session, and Regular Council meeting. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice Mayor- Perry_______ 2nd Ms. Harris_ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Harris…
1 abstain
Agee abstain
That the items 1,2,3 and 4 under unfinished business be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor-Perry ___ 2nd_____ Ms. Harris _ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Harris, Combs, Perry (5)
1 nay
Agee nay
That the ordinance be approved. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Ms. Harris ___ 2nd_____ Vice Mayor-Perry _ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Harris, Combs, Perry (5)
2 nay
Agee nay · Agee nay
That the items 1,2,3,4,5 and 6 under legislation be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor-Perry ___ 2nd_____ Ms. Harris _ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Harris, Combs, Perry (5)
1 nay
Agee nay
That the meeting be adjourned. (Roll Call Vote) 1st____Vice Mayor-Perry__ 2nd___ Mr. Agee__ Time: 9:50 PM YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Agee, Harris, Combs, Perry (6)
1 absent
Montgomery absent
Thu Nov 16, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss pedestrian crosswalk at Clara Drive and West State Street, tax changes, and electric/gas aggregation programs

The City Council will discuss several items including a pedestrian crosswalk installation at Clara Drive and West State Street, amendments to income tax rates and municipal tax code, annual appropriations for 2024, and emergency ordinances for electric and natural gas aggregation programs. The meeting also includes a request for executive session on economic development and personnel matters.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board

Board to discuss memorial for local veterans

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss a memorial for local veterans as unfinished business. No new business is on the agenda. The board will also receive updates on the Christmas Tree Lighting event.

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Mon Nov 13, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews Arlington Parke subdivision plat

The Trenton Planning Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the August 14, 2023 meeting and review the preliminary plat for the Arlington Parke Subdivision. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is routine procedural business.

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Thu Nov 2, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on $1.5M sewer extension to Trenton Industrial Park

The City Council will vote on two motions: a $3 million transfer from the general fund to the capital improvement fund for facilities, infrastructure, and parks, and a $1.5 million contract with Kelchner, Inc. to extend sanitary sewer from Woodsdale Road into the Trenton Industrial Park. Four ordinances will also receive first readings, including changes to treasury investment earnings, real property sale/lease procedures, and repeals of sick leave and personal leave sections.

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
To approve the minutes of the October 19th, 2023, Council Work Session, and Regular Council meeting. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice Mayor- Perry_______ 2nd Ms. Montgomery_ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry…
1 abstain
Harris abstain
That the meeting be adjourned. (Roll Call Vote) 1st____Vice Mayor-Perry__ 2nd___ Ms. Harris__ Time: 7:45 PM YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Harris, Combs, Perry (6)
1 absent
Agee absent
Thu Nov 2, 2023

City Council

Trenton City Council to discuss sewer extension, fund transfers, and sidewalk ordinance at work session

The Trenton City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a motion to authorize a contract with Kelchner for a sanitary sewer extension from Woodsdale Road into the industrial park, and ordinances regarding the sale or lease of real property and the repeal of sick and personal leave policies. The council will also discuss a sidewalk ordinance and hold an executive session to consider confidential economic development information.

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Wed Nov 1, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to abolish police, dispatcher hiring lists, approve new recruitments

The Trenton Personnel Board will vote on motions to abolish previously approved competitive exam certified lists for Emergency Services Dispatcher and Police Officer, and to approve new recruitment for one full-time Police Officer and one full-time Emergency Dispatcher. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes.

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Thu Oct 19, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on updated strategic plan goals and sewer agreement

The Trenton City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 19, 2023, with second readings of ordinances to adopt updated codified ordinances and amend sidewalk repair duties. New business includes approving updated strategic plan goals and authorizing an amended wholesale sewer service agreement with Butler County.

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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
To approve the minutes of the October 5th, 2023, Regular Council meeting. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice Mayor- Perry_______ 2nd Mr. Agee_ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Agee, Montgomery, Perry (5)
1 abstain
Combs abstain
That the items 1 and 2 under unfished business be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor- Perry ___ 2nd_____ Ms. Combs YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Combs, Perry (5)
1 nay
Agee nay
That the Ordinance be amended. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor-Perry ___ 2nd_____ Mr. Perry _ YAYS: Perry, Agee, Montgomery, Combs, Perry (5)
1 nay
Woodrey nay
That the meeting be adjourned. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Mr. Agee__ 2nd___ Vice Mayor-Perry__ Time: 8:14PM YAYS: Woodrey, Agee, Perry, Montgomery, Combs, Perry (6)
1 absent
Harris absent
Thu Oct 19, 2023

City Council

Council discusses sewer expansion, sidewalk repair rules, and financial policy

The City Council discussed a proposed amendment to the Butler County sewer agreement to expand the sewer service area, and an ordinance updating sidewalk repair and snow removal duties for residents. They also reviewed the September financial snapshot, noting $5.2 million in cash reserves and a policy change to centralize interest revenue. The council approved a motion to enter executive session for economic development and personnel matters.

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Thu Oct 19, 2023

Trenton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

Trenton CIC to review records retention and city agreements

The Trenton Community Improvement Corporation Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the 1982 CIC/City Agreement and Articles of Incorporation. The board will also review and approve a Records Retention Policy and Schedule.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board

Board to discuss memorial for local veterans

The Trenton Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to discuss a memorial for local veterans and hear reports on future park ideas, pianos, and updates. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Thu Oct 5, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on dispatcher union contract and $158K fire equipment purchase

The Trenton City Council will hold a second reading and vote on a successor collective bargaining agreement with dispatchers' union (OPBA). New business includes a motion to adjust the repayment schedule for an advance and a motion to authorize $158,564.26 for 18 MSA SCBA air packs for the fire department. Two ordinances are introduced: one to adopt updated codified ordinances and another to amend sidewalk repair duties.

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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
That the items 1 and 2 under legislation be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Perry ___ 2nd_____ Ms. Harris YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Harris, Perry (5)
1 nay
Agee nay
Ordinance is voted on this evening. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Perry ___ 2nd_____ Ms. Harris YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Harris (4)
2 nay
Agee nay · Perry nay
That the meeting be adjourned. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry__ 2nd___ Mr. Agee__ Time: 9:51PM YAYS: Woodrey, Agee, Perry, Montgomery, Harris, Perry (6)
1 absent
Combs absent
Wed Oct 4, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to approve hiring lists for Public Works Laborer II

The Trenton Personnel Board will vote on approving eligibility and certification lists for the Public Works Laborer II classification, including both competitive exam and lateral hire lists. The meeting also includes approval of the previous month's minutes.

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Thu Sep 21, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on police camera purchase and dispatcher contract

The Trenton City Council will consider a resolution approving a successor collective bargaining agreement with OPBA dispatchers, including wage increases, and a motion to authorize up to $262,695.10 for Axon in-car video cameras and software for the police patrol fleet. The council will also vote on a motion to waive a hearing for a liquor permit application for Satchs Bar and Grill. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval and a financial snapshot.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
To approve the minutes of the September 7th , 2023, Council Work Session, and Regular Council meeting. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice Mayor- Perry_______ 2nd Ms. Montgomery_ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry…
1 abstain
Harris abstain
Thu Sep 21, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss dispatcher labor agreement and strategic planning

The Trenton City Council is holding a work session to discuss the August financial snapshot, a strategic planning retreat, and a resolution regarding the dispatcher collective bargaining agreement. The council will also consider an executive session on confidential economic development information. No formal votes are scheduled.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks Board to recommend 2 projects per park for 2024 budget

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss and recommend two projects from each park, selected from the Parks Master Plan, to be submitted to the City Manager for consideration in the 2024 budget. The meeting also includes updates on the September 23 Fall Fest and piano-related activities.

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Thu Sep 7, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss $1.5M water fund loan, fire levy, dispatcher contract

The Trenton City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a proposed $1.5 million cash advance from the general fund to the water fund, a fire levy ordinance, and a resolution regarding a dispatcher collective bargaining agreement. They will also consider an appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals and may enter executive session to discuss confidential economic development and property purchase matters. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council enters executive session for economic development and property

The council held a work session to discuss several financial motions and appointments. No votes were recorded on the proposed motions; the council only voted to enter and adjourn an executive session.

Thu Sep 7, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on $1.5M loan from general fund to water fund

The City Council will consider a motion to advance $1,500,000 from the General Fund to the Water Fund to pay off debt, saving about $75,000 in interest. Other items include appointing Dalana Shepherd to the Board of Zoning Appeals, approving a new dispatchers' union contract, appointing a Clerk of Council, and authorizing the purchase of four properties on East State Street.

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✓ Decided: Council authorizes $1.5M cash advance from General Fund

City Council approved a $1.5 million cash advance from the General Fund to be repaid by the Water Fund in 2024. The council also approved the purchase of four properties on East State Street and appointed a new Clerk of Council.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO APPROVE THE APPOINTMENT OF DALANA SHEPHERD TO THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS TO FILL THE VACANCY ON THE BOARD Motion - That the motion be adopted. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Perry ___…
1 nay
Agee nay
That the meeting be adjourned. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry__ 2nd___ Mr. Agee__ Time: 7:57PM YAYS: Woodrey, Agee, Perry, Montgomery, Combs, Perry (6)
1 absent
Harris absent
Wed Sep 6, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to consider hiring process for Utility Operator I

The Trenton Personnel Board will vote on approving previous meeting minutes and a motion to authorize a Non-Competitive Examination Recruitment or Lateral Hire Recruitment for the Utility Operator I classification.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves recruitment process for Utility Operator I

The Personnel Board approved the minutes from the August 16, 2023 meeting. The Board also approved a non-competitive examination or lateral hire recruitment process for the Utility Operator I classification.

Thu Aug 17, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on fire levy ballot measure, pedestrian bridge design contract

The City Council will hold second readings on ordinances amending city code sections 1044.01 and 1044.03, and consider a motion to authorize a $36,000 engineering contract for the Elk Creek Pedestrian Bridge design. They will also vote on adopting the Trenton Comprehensive Plan 2050 and several other legislative items, including a tax increment financing ordinance and a final plat for Maple View Section 5.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council adopts Comprehensive Plan 2050

City Council approved the City of Trenton Comprehensive Plan 2050 and authorized engineering services for the Elk Creek pedestrian bridge. The council also passed several ordinances regarding city codes, tax exemptions for public purpose improvements, and the Mapleview 5 project.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
To approve the minutes of the July 31st, 2023, Special Council Meeting, August 2nd, 2023, Special Council Meeting August 3rd, 2023, Council Work Session, and Regular Council meeting. (Roll Call Vote)…
1 abstain
Woodrey abstain
That the Ordinance be adopted as amended. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Ms. Harris ___ 2nd_____ Ms. Combs _ YAYS: Woodrey, Montgomery, Harris, Combs, Perry (5)
4 nay
Perry nay · Agee nay · Perry nay · Agee nay
Thu Aug 17, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss Mapleview plat, TIF expansion, pedestrian bridge design

The City Council will discuss accepting a cash maintenance bond and final plat for Mapleview Section 5, amending city code sections, a first supplemental appropriation, a TIF expansion, and a pedestrian bridge engineering/design contract not to exceed $36,000. An executive session is also requested for economic development and property purchase discussions.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council holds work session to discuss TIF expansion and infrastructure

Council discussed several proposed ordinances including a TIF expansion for the industrial park and a $36,000 pedestrian bridge design. The session concluded with a vote to enter and then adjourn an executive session. No final votes were recorded on the proposed ordinances or motions.

Wed Aug 16, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to abolish competitive exam list and approve new recruitment for Public Works Laborer II

The Trenton Personnel Board will vote on two motions: abolishing the previously approved competitive exam certified list for Public Works Laborer II, and approving a new competitive exam recruitment or lateral hire for the same classification. The meeting also includes approval of the July 12, 2023 minutes.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves new recruitment for Public Works Laborer II

The Personnel Board abolished the existing certified list for the Public Works Laborer II classification. The Board then approved a new competitive examination and/or lateral hire recruitment process for that position.

Mon Aug 14, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission continues 2050 comprehensive plan review

The Trenton Planning Commission will continue its review of the 2050 comprehensive plan. The meeting also includes approval of the June 12, 2023 meeting minutes and standard procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends 2050 Comprehensive Plan to City Council

The Planning Commission voted to recommend the 2050 Comprehensive Plan to the City Council. Members discussed future neighborhood parks, mixed-use downtown development, and potential code adjustments for home clustering in downtown and western farmland areas.

Tue Aug 8, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks board to hear updates on pianos, concerts, and fall events

This meeting is largely procedural with no new business or unfinished items. The board will receive updates from staff on pianos, past concerts, Fall Fest, and movies. No decisions or votes on substantive matters are scheduled.

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Thu Aug 3, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on $57,000 police vehicle equipment purchase

The Trenton City Council will consider a motion to authorize the city manager to buy and install equipment for three police vehicles from Tri-State Public Safety for up to $57,000. The agenda also includes second readings of ordinances amending utility fee sections and resolutions on tax levies, plus a first reading of a supplemental appropriations ordinance. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and a retirement recognition.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2.0 Mill Fire Levy for November ballot

City Council voted to place a 2.0 Mill levy on the November ballot to fund fire personnel. The council also authorized spending for police vehicle equipment and tabled two ordinances. A presentation was held to honor the retirement of Fire Captain Randy Combs.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
That the items 3, 4, and 5 under legislation be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry_______ 2nd_____ Mr. Perry____ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Combs, Perry (5)
2 nay
Agee nay · Harris nay
that the monies can only be spent on personnel and nothing else. Mayor Woodrey mentioned that he has struggled and still struggles with this topic and that he will be in the same position as quite a…
3 nay
Woodrey nay · Montgomery nay · Perry nay
Thu Aug 3, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss $57K police vehicle equipment, fire levy resolutions, and executive session

The City Council will discuss a motion for $57,000 in equipment for three police vehicles, resolutions for fire levies at 4.25 and 2.0 mills, and an ordinance amending sections 1044.01 and 1044.03, plus a first supplemental appropriation. An executive session is also planned for confidential economic development, personnel, and property purchase matters.

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✓ Decided: Council discussed police equipment, budget appropriations, and fire levy options

The council held a work session to discuss a $57,000 request for police vehicle equipment and a first supplemental appropriation ordinance. Members reviewed proposed amendments to water service sections and three different fire levy funding plans. No final votes were recorded in the minutes.

Thu Jul 20, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss police vehicles, engineering services, fire levy

The Trenton City Council work session will discuss several motions, ordinances, and resolutions, including the purchase of three police vehicles for $129,000, engineering services from Kleingers Group for $45,450, and fire levy resolutions. The council will also receive updates on business non-withholding enforcement and the June financial snapshot, and consider an executive session for confidential matters.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council holds work session to discuss police vehicles and sewer project

The council held a work session to discuss several proposed motions, including the purchase of police vehicles and engineering services for a sanitary sewer project. No final votes or decisions were recorded in these minutes.

Thu Jul 20, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on $129K for police vehicles, $45K sewer design

The Trenton City Council will vote on several spending items, including $129,000 for three police vehicles and $45,450 for engineering design of a sewer extension. They will also consider appointments to the Parks Board and a $17,710 signage contract. First readings of ordinances amending city code and resolutions on tax levies are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council approves police vehicles and industrial park sewer design

City Council approved several expenditures, including new police vehicles and engineering services for an industrial park sewer extension. The council also appointed two Parks and Recreation Board alternates and removed a member from the Board of Zoning Appeals.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION TO REMOVE STACY MATALA FROM THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AND RECRUIT FOR A REPLACEMENT. Motion - That the motion be added to the agenda and adopted. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor…
1 nay
Agee nay
That the meeting be adjourned. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice Mayor Perry__ 2nd___ Ms. Harris__ Time: 9:59PM YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Harris, Combs, Perry (6)
1 absent
Agee absent
Wed Jul 12, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to approve police officer exam lists

The Trenton Personnel Board is holding a special meeting to consider approving the minutes from the June 28 meeting and to approve the competitive exam eligibility and certification lists for the classification of Police Officer. These approvals would establish the pool of candidates eligible for police officer positions.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves police officer exam lists

The Personnel Board approved the minutes from the June 28 meeting. The board also approved the competitive exam eligibility and certification lists for the police officer classification.

Tue Jul 11, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks board to select alternate member, hear summer concert update

The Trenton Parks & Recreation Board will meet to select an alternate board member and receive updates on upcoming events, including the July 21 Sounds of Summer concert featuring Fleetwood Gold and the September 23 Fall Fest in T-Town featuring Southerland.

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✓ Decided: Parks Board recommends two new alternate members for appointment

The board voted to recommend Elizabeth Paulson and Ray Nichols as alternate members to the city council. Members also reviewed the placement locations for community pianos and upcoming park events.

Thu Jul 6, 2023

City Council

Trenton Council discusses tax budgets, water infrastructure, and property purchases

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including tax levy resolutions and a water tower loan. The agenda also includes liquor permit transfers and a proposed purchase of vacant real property.

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✓ Decided: Council approves land purchase and two tax levy resolutions

City Council approved the purchase of approximately 5.294 acres of vacant property and passed two resolutions to levy additional taxes exceeding the ten-mill limitation. The council also approved 2023 budgeted cash transfers and three liquor permit transfers.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
That the items 1, 2, and 3 under legislation be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry_______ 2nd_____ Ms. Harris______ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Harris, Combs, Perry…
1 nay
Agee nay
Thu Jul 6, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Trenton City Council enters executive session to discuss property and personnel

Council held a work session to discuss fire levy language, budget transfers, and water fees. No legislative actions were voted on during the public session. The council voted to enter an executive session to discuss economic development, personnel, and property purchase.

Wed Jun 28, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to approve police officer lateral hire lists

The Personnel Board will vote on approving the lateral hire eligibility and certification lists for the classification of Police Officer. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves police officer lateral hire lists

The Personnel Board approved the Lateral Hire Eligibility List and the Lateral Hire Certification List for the Police Officer classification. The board also approved the minutes from the June 28, 2023, meeting.

Thu Jun 15, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on 2024 tax budget and fire levy resolutions

The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 Tax Budget, which projects $30.8 million in revenues and $37.1 million in appropriations. They will also hold second readings on two resolutions to levy additional taxes beyond the ten-mill limit for fire services, and first readings on a police sergeants' union contract and a water infrastructure loan application.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council adopts FY 2024 tax budget and fire levy resolutions

City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024 tax budget and authorized a change order for city building parking lot resurfacing. The council also passed two resolutions regarding additional taxes in excess of the ten-mill limitation and approved a collective bargaining agreement for OPBA sergeants.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
To approve the minutes of the June1, 2023 Council Work Session and Regular Council meeting. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice Mayor Perry_______ 2nd_____ Agee________ YAYS: Perry, Agee, Montgomery…
2 abstain
Woodrey abstain · Harris abstain
That the items 1, 2, 3, and 4 under legislation be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry_______ 2nd_____ Montgomery______ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Harris, Combs…
1 nay
Agee nay
Resolution voted on this evening. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice Mayor Perry_______ 2nd___ Montgomery___ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Harris, Combs, Perry (6)
1 nay
Agee nay
Thu Jun 15, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss fire levy, police contract, and 2024 tax budget

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several resolutions and motions, including a fire levy, a police sergeants contract, and the 2024 tax budget. The agenda also includes a request for an executive session to discuss confidential economic development information, personnel matters, and property purchase.

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✓ Decided: City Council enters executive session to discuss economic development and personnel

Council held a work session to discuss a $9 million water tower loan and a $70,315.48 parking lot change order. The Finance Director presented the 2024 Tax Budget memo. The meeting concluded with a vote to enter executive session.

Thu Jun 15, 2023

Trenton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

Trenton CIC Board to discuss loan applications and organizational agreements

The Trenton Community Improvement Corporation Board of Trustees will hold an organizational meeting to review the Revolving Loan Fund and discuss the 1982 CIC/City Agreement. The Board may also consider acting on specific loan applications following an executive session.

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✓ Decided: Trenton CIC approves January meeting minutes and reviews loan applications

The Board approved the January 19, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed two revolving loan fund applications totaling $68,000 and agreed to meet with the applicants after receiving staff overviews. The Board scheduled its next meeting for June 15, 2023.

Wed Jun 14, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to add two new full-time classified positions

The Personnel Board will vote on adding a Planning and Zoning Assistant and a Public Works Administrative Assistant to the city's classified job listing. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board adds two full-time unclassified positions

The Personnel Board approved the addition of two new roles to the City of Trenton Classification Listing. Both positions are designated as full-time and unclassified.

Tue Jun 13, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks board to review proposed new rules and alternate members

The Trenton Parks & Recreation Board will consider proposed new park rules and the addition of alternate board members. Members will also receive updates on recent and upcoming events including a Springfest follow-up, a Movie in the Park showing of Beauty and the Beast, and a Sounds of Summer concert.

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✓ Decided: Parks & Recreation Board adopts new rules and recommends new alternate member

The board approved amended Parks & Recreation rules regarding the filling of vacancies. Additionally, the board voted to recommend the appointment of Elizabeth Paulson as an alternate member to the city council.

Mon Jun 12, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews Mapleview plat and 2050 plan

The Trenton Planning Commission is meeting to review the final plat for Mapleview Section 5 and to review the 2050 Comprehensive Plan for recommendations to City Council. The agenda includes standard items like approving previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Mapleview Section 5 final plat

The Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve the final plat for Mapleview Section 5. The commission tabled a recommendation for the 2050 Comprehensive plan to allow members more time to review the packet and submit questions.

Thu Jun 1, 2023

City Council

Council to consider placing 4.25-mill fire/EMS levy on Nov. ballot

The City Council will hold a first reading of a resolution to place a 4.25-mill additional tax levy on the November 7, 2023 ballot to fund firefighting and emergency medical service personnel. If approved by voters, the levy would generate an estimated $1.2 million annually and cost the owner of a $100,000 home about $148.75 per year. The measure is declared an emergency to meet ballot deadlines.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council approves May 18 meeting minutes

City Council approved the minutes from the May 18, 2023, Work Session and Regular Council meeting. Two resolutions regarding the necessity of levying an additional tax in excess of the ten-mill limitation received first readings, but no final vote was recorded. The meeting included a presentation from Butler County Auditor Nancy Nix regarding property tax increases.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
To approve the minutes of the May 18, 2023 Council Work Session and Regular Council meeting. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Agee_______ 2nd_____ Combs________ YAYS: Perry, Agee, Combs, Perry (4)
1 abstain
Montgomery abstain
That the meeting be adjourned. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Agee__ 2nd___ Montgomery__ Time: 8:53PM YAYS: Perry, Agee, Montgomery, Combs, Perry (5)
2 absent
Woodrey absent · Harris absent
Thu Jun 1, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss fire levy and executive session request

The Trenton City Council work session will hear from Fire Chief Darrell Yater about resolutions related to a fire levy. City Manager Marcos Nichols is requesting an executive session to discuss confidential economic development information and to confer with legal counsel. The agenda is subject to change.

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✓ Decided: City Council enters executive session to discuss property and economic development

Council held a work session to discuss two fire levy proposals. The council voted to enter and then adjourn an executive session regarding property purchase and economic development assistance.

Wed May 31, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to approve hiring for patrol officer and dispatcher

The Trenton Personnel Board will vote on motions to approve recruitment for up to two patrol officers and one full-time emergency dispatcher, and to abolish a previous certified list for dispatcher. The board will also consider approving minutes from the May 3 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves police and dispatcher recruitment

The Personnel Board approved recruitment processes for police officers and an emergency services dispatcher. The board also abolished a previous certified list for dispatchers. All motions were approved unanimously.

Mon May 22, 2023

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

Variance hearing for lot split at 200 N. Miami Street

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a hearing regarding a request by Dalana Shepherd to split the property at 200 N. Miami Street into two R-3 zoned parcels. The request seeks a variance because the resulting road frontage would not meet current zoning requirements.

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✓ Decided: BZA approves lot split variance for 200 N. Miami Street

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a lot split at 200 N. Miami Street. The decision allows for two R-3 zoned parcels with 68-foot frontages, which is 12 feet less than the required 80 feet.

Thu May 18, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on directing code enforcement fees to property rehab fund

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on May 18, 2023, with two main legislative items: a second reading of a resolution to allocate all code enforcement fee revenues to the Property Rehabilitation Fund (Fund 251), and a first reading (with suspended rules) of a resolution to approve a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Ohio Patrolmen's Benevolent Association (OPBA) for patrol officers. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the May 4 work session and regular meeting, and the April financial snapshot. No public hearings or unfinished business are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Trenton Council approves police union contract and code enforcement fee allocation

City Council approved a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Ohio Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association. Council also passed a resolution directing all code enforcement fee revenues to the city's property rehabilitation fund.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
To approve the minutes of the May 4, 2023 Council Work Session and Regular Council meeting. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry_______ 2nd_____ Perry ________ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Agee…
1 abstain
Combs abstain
That the items 1 and 2 under legislation be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry_______ 2nd_____ Harris________ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Harris, Combs, Perry (5)
1 nay
Agee nay
Resolution voted on this evening. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry_______ 2nd_____ Harris________ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Harris, Combs, Perry (5)
1 nay
Agee nay
That the meeting be adjourned. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry__ 2nd___ Agee__ Time: 7:54PM YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Agee, Harris, Combs, Perry (6)
1 absent
Montgomery absent
Thu May 18, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss police CBA and code enforcement fees

The Trenton City Council work session will discuss a resolution regarding police officer collective bargaining agreement and another regarding code enforcement fee revenues. The council will also consider an executive session request related to confidential economic development information. The agenda is subject to change.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council holds work session and enters executive session

Council discussed the April financial snapshot, a resolution to divert code enforcement fees to the Property Rehabilitation Fund, and a Police Officer CBA for 2023-2025. The council voted to enter and then adjourn an executive session regarding economic development and legal counsel.

Tue May 9, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board

Board to review new park rules and Arlington Parke plat

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss Spring Fest updates, a memorial bench/tree program, proposed new park rules, a preliminary plat review for Arlington Parke, and adding alternate board members. No presentations are scheduled.

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Thu May 4, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on $1.05M paving contract and Mapleview replat

The Trenton City Council will consider a $1,054,848.60 contract for the 2023 local paving program and vote on the final replat of Mapleview Section 4B. The agenda also includes a resolution to direct code enforcement fees to the property rehabilitation fund and a routine ordinance to update the codified ordinances.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $1.05M paving contract and re-plat ordinance

Trenton City Council approved a $1,054,848.60 paving contract with Neyra Construction for the 2023 Local Paving Program and adopted an ordinance accepting a final re-plat of multiple lots in Maple View Section 4B. Both items passed unanimously (6-0). Council also adopted an ordinance updating the codified ordinances and allocated code enforcement fees to the property rehabilitation fund.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
That the Ordinance read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry_______ 2nd_____ Harris________ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Harris, Perry (5)
1 nay
Agee nay
That the items 1 and 2 under legislation be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry_______ 2nd_____ Perry________ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Harris, Perry (5)
1 nay
Agee nay
Ordinance voted on this evening. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry_______ 2nd_____ Perry________ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Harris, Perry (5)
1 nay
Agee nay
That the meeting be adjourned. (Roll Call Vote) 1st______ Vice-Mayor Perry__ 2nd___ Montgomery__ Time: 8:19PM YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Agee, Montgomery, Harris, Perry (6)
1 absent
Combs absent
Thu May 4, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss 2023 paving program, replat, and code fees

The Trenton City Council work session will discuss a proposed 2023 paving program costing $1,054,848.60, an ordinance regarding the Mapleview 4B Replat, and a resolution on code enforcement fee revenues. The council will also consider two executive session requests, one for economic development applicant information and one for public employee matters. The agenda is subject to change.

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✓ Decided: Council discussed paving program, code enforcement fees, and went into executive session

The City Council discussed the 2023 Paving Program ($1,054,848.60) and a resolution to redirect code enforcement fees from the General Fund to the Property Rehabilitation Fund. No votes were taken on these items. The council voted unanimously (6-0) to enter executive session to consider economic development and personnel matters, then adjourned.

Wed May 3, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to approve dispatcher hiring lists and discuss new members

The Trenton Personnel Board will vote on approving minutes from its February meeting and several eligibility and certification lists for Emergency Services Dispatcher positions, including competitive and lateral hire lists. The board will also discuss resumes of potential new members, Diane Herbel and Kyle Murphy.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves eligibility and certification lists for dispatcher

The Personnel Board unanimously approved four lists related to Emergency Services Dispatcher hiring: two competitive exam eligibility and certification lists, and two lateral hire non-competitive exam eligibility and certification lists. The board also recommended appointing Diane Herbel to fill a vacant seat on the Personnel Board.

Thu Apr 20, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning near North Miami and North Streets

The City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance to rezone three parcels near the northeast corner of North Miami Street and North Street. The Council will also consider appointing an interim Clerk of Council and authorizing an agreement for natural gas and electric aggregation services. Several other ordinances are up for second reading, including a replat of lots in Maple View Section 4B and measures to place electric and gas aggregation programs on the ballot.

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✓ Decided: Council approves energy aggregation programs and property rezoning

City Council approved ordinances to put electric and natural gas aggregation programs to a ballot vote. The council also approved a rezoning request for three parcels to allow for duplexes and appointed an interim Clerk of Council.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
That the items 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 under legislation be read by title only. (Roll Call Vote) 1st_____Vice Mayor Perry________ 2nd_____Harris________ YAYS: Woodrey, Perry, Montgomery, Harris, Combs…
1 nay
Agee nay
Thu Apr 20, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss rezoning three parcels and adding Magistrate as city employee

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including proposed ordinances to rezone three parcels from R-2 to R-3 and to approve a replat for Mapleview 4B. The council will also consider a resolution to alter the wage and classification plan to add Magistrate as a city employee rather than a contractor, and discuss correspondence on the March financial snapshot and property tax settlements for 2020 and 2022. Additionally, the council will discuss ordinances for electric and gas aggregation, and may enter executive session for confidential economic development and personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council holds work session to discuss rezoning and utility aggregation

City Council discussed several ordinances and resolutions, including property rezoning and utility aggregation. No formal votes were recorded in the minutes; the session focused on review and discussion of agenda items.

Tue Apr 11, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks Board to fill vacant seat, review bench/tree program

The Trenton Parks & Recreation Board will consider appointing a new member to fill a vacant seat and receive an update on the Memorial Bench/Tree Program. They will also review quotes for park restroom heating and a drinking fountain, and discuss Springfest volunteer sign-ups.

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✓ Decided: Parks Board recommends Floyd Croucher for board appointment

The board recommended the appointment of a new member and a furnace installation for the Community Park restroom. Pricing options for a memorial bench and tree program were presented, and a quote for a new drinking fountain was reviewed.

Mon Apr 10, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review McDonald's plans at 3545 Wayne Madison Rd

The Trenton Planning Commission will review site plans for a new McDonald's restaurant at 3545 Wayne Madison Rd. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and administrative reports.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves new McDonald's at 3545 Wayne Madison Rd

The Planning Commission reviewed and approved the civil plans, exterior design, and signage for a new McDonald's prototype store. The project includes a one-way traffic flow and vehicle order lanes to prevent street backups.

Thu Apr 6, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning 28.96 acres near W. Arlington Drive

The Trenton City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on a rezoning ordinance for 28.96 acres on W. Arlington Drive, and will consider several new ordinances including purchases for water meters and fire pagers, a tall grass ordinance amendment, and electric and gas aggregation ballot measures. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and correspondence on fund balances and ARPA totals.

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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning of 28.96 acres and water meter purchase

City Council approved the rezoning of approximately 28.96 acres on W. Arlington Drive and authorized two equipment purchases. The council also approved an ordinance regarding tall grass and noxious weeds and an easement for a public street and sewer.

Thu Apr 6, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss rezone, tall grass rules, utility meters

The Trenton City Council work session will discuss several ordinances and motions, including a rezone request, an amendment to tall grass regulations, and motions regarding remote water shutoff meters and 800MHz pagers. The council will also discuss appropriating land from Proeschel Family Farms and electric and gas aggregation programs. This is a discussion session, not a final vote.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council holds work session to review ordinances and energy aggregation

The City Council held a work session to discuss several proposed ordinances, including changes to tall grass enforcement and property rezoning. No final votes were recorded during this session; items were reviewed for subsequent action.

Tue Mar 21, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews three rezoning and replat requests

The Trenton Planning Commission will review three items: a rezoning of Arlington Parke from R-1 to a residential PUD, a zoning change for three properties on N. Miami St. from R-2 to R-3, and a replat for Mapleview 4B. The commission will also approve minutes from the October 10, 2022 meeting. These are review items, with decisions to be made at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Arlington Parke PUD and two zoning changes

The Planning Commission approved a residential Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Arlington Parke and a zoning change to R-3 for properties on North Miami St. The commission also approved the re-plat of Mapleview 4B.

Thu Mar 16, 2023

Trenton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

Trenton CIC board to review loan fund and city agreement

The Trenton Community Improvement Corporation board will meet to approve prior minutes, recognize a former member, and receive updates on the Revolving Loan Fund. They will also discuss feedback on the City/CIC Agreement. The agenda is mostly routine business with no major decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: CIC Board re-appoints officers and recommends three new board members

The Board re-appointed its President, Secretary, and Treasurer and recommended three applicants for appointment to the board. Members also discussed the Revolving Loan Fund and the review of a 1982 City/CIC agreement.

Thu Mar 16, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss USDA grants, energy aggregation, and property purchase

The City Council will discuss appointments to the Personnel Board and Planning Commission, an ordinance regarding North Miami Street property, ARPA fund updates, resolutions for USDA rural business development and city loan fund grants, energy aggregation, and an executive session for economic development and property purchase.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council holds work session to discuss appointments and zoning

City Council held a work session to review appointments for the Personnel Board and Planning Commission, a rezoning request on North Miami Street, and USDA grant and loan options. No final votes were recorded on these items during the session. Council entered and exited an executive session to discuss economic development and property purchase.

Thu Mar 16, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on $1M loan program, rezoning, and board appointments

The Trenton City Council will consider several items at its March 16 regular meeting, including a resolution to apply for a $1 million Intermediary Relending Program, a resolution to provide matching funds for a Rural Business Development Grant, and an ordinance to rezone three parcels near North Miami Street and North Street. The council will also vote on appointments to the Personnel Board and Planning Commission.

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✓ Decided: Council authorizes $1M loan application and approves board appointments

City Council approved the appointment of two members to city boards and authorized the City Manager to apply for a $1 million relending program. A rezoning request for parcels near North Miami Street and North Street was referred to the Planning Commission.

Tue Mar 14, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks Board to pick Christmas date, weigh food/toy drive

The Trenton Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and welcoming a new member. They will discuss unfinished items like event updates, choosing a date for Christmas in Trenton, and possibly adding a canned food/toys for Tots collection, plus an update on the Memorial Bench/Tree Program. New business includes recommending a candidate for a vacant board seat and discussing Community Park with Matt Hill. The meeting is largely procedural with some event planning and program updates.

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✓ Decided: Parks Board recommends November 25 for Christmas Tree Lighting

The board recommended a date for the annual tree lighting and selected a specific bench model for the Memorial Bench/Tree Program. Members also discussed a resident's request for an outdoor archery range and provided updates on upcoming community events.

Mon Mar 13, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Arlington Parke rezoning to PUD

The Trenton Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for Arlington Parke from R-1 to a residential planned unit development (PUD). The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the minutes from the October 10, 2022 meeting and scheduling the next meeting for April 10, 2023.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

No meeting was held on March 13, 2023, because a quorum was not present. The meeting will be rescheduled.

Thu Mar 9, 2023

City Council

Trenton City Council to consider fire levy for staffing

The Trenton City Council is holding a special meeting to hear presentations from the Fire Chief and Finance Director about fire department staffing shortages and a potential new fire levy. The presentations detail the department's challenges, including a 15% increase in calls, staffing gaps, and a projected operational deficit. Council will discuss options for a levy to fund staffing improvements, with two plans presented (6.5 mills with 3 full-time firefighters per shift, or 4.75 mills with 2 full-time firefighters per shift). No formal action is scheduled; the meeting is for information and discussion.

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✓ Decided: Council reviews fire department staffing needs and potential new levies

City Council received presentations on fire department staffing shortages and two proposed levy options to fund personnel. No formal decision was made on which levy to place on the ballot; the meeting was procedural and ended with adjournment.

Tue Mar 7, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to approve dispatcher hiring lists and discuss new members

The Trenton Personnel Board will vote on approving minutes from its February 1 meeting and several eligibility and certification lists for Emergency Services Dispatcher positions, including competitive and lateral hire lists. The board will also discuss resumes of potential new board members Diane Herbel and Kyle Murphy. The meeting is routine administrative business.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves dispatcher eligibility and certification lists

The Personnel Board approved four lists regarding competitive and lateral hire exams for Emergency Services Dispatchers. The Board also recommended that Council appoint Diane Herbel to a vacant seat on the Personnel Board.

Thu Mar 2, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on $56,701.53 park amenities contract and zoning change

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 2, 2023. Key items include a motion to approve a $56,701.53 contract with Belson Outdoors for park site amenities, a resolution to amend the fiscal year 2022 certificate of resources for ARPA funds, and several bond resolutions for development projects. The council will also consider a rezoning of about 28.96 acres near W. Arlington Drive and a resolution urging restoration of the Local Government Fund.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $56,701 for city park amenities

City Council authorized a contract for park site amenities and approved several bond adjustments for local infrastructure projects. The council also updated finance department wage scales and referred a rezoning request for W. Arlington Drive to the Planning Commission.

Thu Mar 2, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss park amenities purchase, rezoning, bonds

The Trenton City Council work session will discuss several items, including a proposed purchase of park amenities for $56,701.53, resolutions on bonds and a rezoning of 28.96 acres, and a request for an executive session. The meeting is a discussion session, not a final vote, and the agenda is subject to change.

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✓ Decided: Council held work session to discuss park amenities and zoning

Council members reviewed proposals for park equipment, bond releases, and a rezoning request. No formal votes were recorded on these items during the work session. The council entered and exited an executive session to discuss economic development and property purchase.

Thu Feb 16, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on opioid settlement participation and park fund transfer

The Trenton City Council is deciding whether to authorize the city manager to opt into national opioid litigation settlements with manufacturers and pharmacies, and whether to transfer $250,000 from tax increment equivalent funds to the parks fund for future improvements. The agenda also includes a resolution to adjust wages for finance department employees and appointments to city boards.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $250,000 transfer for park improvements

City Council authorized the transfer of $250,000 from residential incentive districts to the Parks & Recreation Improvement Fund. The council also approved several board appointments and a resolution to participate in opioid litigation settlements.

Thu Feb 16, 2023

City Council

Trenton City Council to discuss opioid settlement and budget transfers

The Trenton City Council is holding a work session to discuss several financial and administrative items, including a budgeted cash transfer, additional job classifications, board appointments, and a resolution regarding Ohio opioid settlements. The council will also consider entering executive session to discuss confidential economic development and property purchase matters. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council agrees to board appointments and discusses fund balances

Council agreed to recommendations for appointments to the Park's Board and the CIC. The Finance Director reported on fund stability and proposed job title changes for finance clerks. The session concluded with an executive session regarding economic development and property purchase.

Tue Feb 14, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board

Trenton Parks Board to pick movies, benches, picnic tables

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board will discuss and possibly decide on a memorial bench/tree program, select movies and scheduling for the Movies in the Parks series, review applications for a new board member, and discuss options for new picnic tables and trash cans. The meeting is a regular business session with no public hearings or major contracts.

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✓ Decided: Parks Board elects leadership and sets 2023 event dates

The board elected a Chairman and Vice-Chairman and approved the date for Spring Fest. The board also selected dates for the Movies in the Parks series and discussed the creation of a memorial tree and garden program.

Mon Feb 13, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Arlington Park PUD proposal

The Trenton Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting, including electing a chair and vice-chair, and reviewing a Planned Unit Development (PUD) proposal for the Arlington Park Subdivision by Todd Homes, LLC. The meeting is primarily procedural, with the PUD review being the only substantive item.

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Thu Feb 2, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on $113,193.73 water softener repair contract

The Trenton City Council will consider a motion to authorize the City Manager to contract with Doll Layman Ltd. for rehabilitation and resin replacement of two softener vessels at the Water Treatment Plant, at a cost of $113,193.73. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a December 2022 fund balance report. No public hearings or legislation are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council holds work session to review water softener repairs and financial reports

City Council reviewed a budgeted proposal for water softener resin replacement and received the December 2022 month-end financial reports. The council also entered and exited an executive session to discuss personnel, legal counsel, and economic development matters.

Thu Feb 2, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss $113,193.73 water softener resin replacement

The Trenton City Council work session will discuss a motion to rehab and replace resin for two water softeners at a cost of $113,193.73. The agenda also includes correspondence from the Finance Director and a request for an executive session to discuss confidential economic development, property purchase, and legal matters.

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✓ Decided: Council holds work session to review water softener repairs and financial reports

City Council reviewed a budgeted proposal for water softener resin replacement and received the December 2022 month-end financial reports. The council also entered and exited an executive session to discuss personnel, legal counsel, and economic development. No formal votes to approve spending were recorded in the minutes.

Wed Feb 1, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to vote on Civil Service Rules amendments

The Trenton Personnel Board is meeting to approve the minutes from its November 2, 2022 meeting and to discuss and vote on amendments to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves amendments to Civil Service Rules and Regulations

The Personnel Board met to approve previous meeting minutes and update civil service guidelines. The board unanimously passed resolutions for both items.

Thu Jan 19, 2023

City Council

Council authorizes purchase of zero-turn mower for $16,818.95

The City Council met to discuss various administrative matters and new business. The primary action involves authorizing the City Manager to contract with Zimmer Tractor for a new Kubota zero-turn mower.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council approves purchase of zero-turn mower

City Council authorized the purchase of a new mower from Zimmer Tractor. Council also discussed the possibility of creating a tax board of appeals to review fees and penalties.

Thu Jan 19, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss mower purchase, police correspondence, executive session

The Trenton City Council work session will discuss the purchase of a 2023 zero-turn mower, review police correspondence, and consider an executive session request covering confidential economic development information, property purchase, and legal counsel. The agenda is subject to change.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council enters executive session for personnel and property matters

Council discussed the purchase of a Kubota diesel zero-turn mower and reviewed the Law Enforcement Trust Fund reconciliation. The session concluded with two votes to enter executive session to discuss economic development, property purchase, legal counsel, and personnel matters.

Thu Jan 19, 2023

Trenton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

Trenton CIC board to elect officers, discuss loan fund and business programs

The Trenton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) board will hold its organizational meeting to approve minutes, elect officers, and address a board vacancy. They will also review the revolving loan fund and discuss potential business programs for the community.

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✓ Decided: Trenton CIC adopts $0 budget

The Board of Trustees approved the meeting minutes from July 22, 2022, and adopted a budget of $0. Members discussed the potential for future city grants and local bank contributions.

Tue Jan 10, 2023

Parks & Recreation Board

Trenton Parks Board to elect officers, plan Spring Fest and movies

The Trenton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving December minutes, electing a chairman and vice-chairman, and setting dates for Spring Fest and Movies in the Parks. They will also discuss a possible Memorial Gardens/Memorial Trees project and the Butler Soil/Water Conservation District. No presentations are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Parks Board elects leadership and sets 2023 event dates

The board elected Mr. Hill as Chairman and Ms. Hale as Vice Chairman. The board recommended June 3, 2023, as the date for Spring Fest and selected four dates for Movies in the Parks. Discussions were held regarding a memorial garden program and movie streaming options, but no final decisions were reached on those items.

Thu Jan 5, 2023

City Council

Council to approve board appointments and hear income tax update

The Trenton City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 5, 2023, with a presentation on income tax, approval of minutes, and a motion to approve various board, commission, and committee appointments as listed in Exhibit A. No public hearings or legislation are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council abolishes Economic Development standing board

City Council decided to abolish the Economic Development standing board after the City Manager stated the board was no longer necessary. The council also entered and exited an executive session to discuss economic development assistance, property purchase, and legal counsel.

Thu Jan 5, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss appointments and hold executive session

The Trenton City Council is holding a work session to discuss new business items, including appointments to boards, commissions, and committees. The council will also consider a request for an executive session to discuss confidential economic development information, property purchase, and legal matters. The agenda is subject to change.

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✓ Decided: Trenton City Council abolishes Economic Development standing board

City Council decided to abolish the Economic Development standing board after the City Manager stated the board was no longer necessary. The council also entered and exited an executive session to discuss economic development assistance, property purchase, and legal counsel.