Trenton public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved Amended Site Plan No. SP2021-02 for Trenton Rivertown Saloon at 2960 W. Jefferson, converting the site from RV sales and storage to two restaurants and a saloon. The approval was based on compatibility with zoning and surrounding uses, with parking requirements met under the Sustainable Development Overlay. The commission also excused absent members, approved the agenda and prior minutes, and received a letter from the City of Gibraltar regarding its Master Plan update.

• Approved Amended Site Plan SP2021-02 for Trenton Rivertown Saloon at 2960 W. Jefferson (unanimous, 5-0)
• Excused Commissioners Caldwell, Earl, Jocks, and Warner (unanimous)
• Approved the December 22, 2021 public hearing agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the 11/10/2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Received and placed on file the 11/22/2021 letter from City of Gibraltar re: Master Plan update (unanimous)
• Forwarded the City of Gibraltar letter to the City Administrator (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing regarding the establishment of a Commercial Rehabilitation District. The meeting includes a period for public comment via phone or Zoom.

• Public Hearing: Establishment of a Commercial Rehabilitation District

The Trenton City Council convened a public hearing on December 20, 2021, but no members of the public offered comments. The hearing was adjourned shortly after it began, and no substantive decisions were made.

• Adjourned public hearing at 6:51 p.m. (motion by Baun-Crooks, seconded by Benedetti)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 20, 2021, with public comment via phone/Zoom. Agenda items include insurance policy renewal, commissioning a mural at King Road and West Jefferson Viaduct, establishing a Commercial Rehabilitation District, and accepting a councilman's resignation. The council will also review disbursements of $748,924.18 and various reports.

• Insurance Policy Renewal
• Approval of Commissioning of Mural at King Road and West Jefferson Viaduct
• Request to Establish a Commercial Rehabilitation District per Public Act 210 of 2005
• Councilman LeFevre: Letter of Resignation
• Authorized Disbursements, December 20, 2021 ($748,924.18)

The Trenton City Council approved the purchase of 6,650 recycling carts for $431,699, funded partly by a $106,400 grant, and waived bidding. It also approved a $389,993 insurance renewal, a $45,000 mural project, and established a Commercial Rehabilitation District. Councilman LeFevre resigned, and a special meeting was set for January 3, 2022, to fill his seat.

• Approved $431,699 purchase of 6,650 recycling carts, waiving bidding (unanimous)
• Approved $389,993 insurance policy renewal with Glatfelter Public Practice (unanimous)
• Approved $45,000 mural agreement with TreeTown Murals (unanimous)
• Established Commercial Rehabilitation District No. 1 at 223 and 239 West Road (unanimous)
• Approved $74,984 DPS fuel system upgrade with Mercer Co. (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 amended contract for City Hall screen wall demolition (unanimous)
• Accepted Councilman LeFevre's resignation effective Dec. 20, 2021 (unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting Jan. 3, 2022 to fill vacant council seat (unanimous)

Fire & Police Pension Board

The board will review financial communications and an investment performance update. The meeting includes discussions on insurance quotes and interviews for an actuarial firm.

• Review of Comerica and Loomis Sayles statements
• Investment performance update from Brian Green
• Payment of Seizert final invoice for $4,697
• Discussion of USA insurance quote
• Interviews for actuarial firm

The Trenton Fire and Police Pension Board approved several routine items, including minutes, communications, and invoices. The board also decided to engage USA insurance for fiduciary liability coverage, approved the 2022 meeting schedule, and terminated Gabriel Roeder Smith as actuary in favor of Cavanaugh MacDonald Consulting.

• Approved minutes of 11/17/21 meeting (all present)
• Received and filed Comerica and Loomis Sayles statements and Ancora letter (all present)
• Received and filed investment consultant performance update (all present)
• Approved payment of $4,697 to Seizert (all present)
• Engaged USA insurance for fiduciary liability coverage (all present)
• Approved 2022 monthly meeting schedule and posting to website (all present)
• Terminated Gabriel Roeder Smith and hired Cavanaugh MacDonald Consulting as actuary (all present)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold its regular meeting, hearing an audit report from Plante & Moran and considering a resolution to amend the city's Master Plan. The council will also review the 2022 budget for the 33rd District Court, approve disbursements totaling $939,144.67, and discuss several other items including a police wellness app and a proposed commercial rehabilitation district.

• Resolution authorizing amended City of Trenton Master Plan
• 33rd District Court 2022 budget and October 2021 fines, costs, fees
• Authorized disbursements for December 6, 2021: $939,144.67
• Purchase of CordicoShield Law Enforcement Wellness Application
• Public hearing on establishment of a Commercial Rehabilitation District

The Trenton City Council unanimously approved the 33rd District Court budget for 2022, the 2022 Council meeting schedule, a one-year subscription to the CordicoShield Law Enforcement Wellness Application, and a temporary traffic control order. They also authorized distribution of the amended Community Master Plan and scheduled a public hearing for a Commercial Rehabilitation District. All actions were approved unanimously.

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Board will review the Q3 2021 investment performance report and discuss real estate. The meeting also includes a review of the plan valuation and various administrative invoices.

• Review of Q3 2021 Performance Report
• Real Estate Discussion
• Payment of $4,595.05 in Comerica fees for Q3
• Payment of $200.00 for MAPERS renewal

The board approved the Sixty Ninth Actuarial Valuation as of June 30, 2021, and set the employer's annual contribution at $1,884,590 for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023. It also approved a $2 million investment in TerraCap Partners Real Estate Fund V (4-1 vote), terminated two domestic equity funds in favor of Fidelity Extended Market Index, and approved the 2021 Summary Annual Report for posting and distribution. Additionally, the board approved invoices totaling $4,795.05, NCPERS renewal dues of $275, and scheduled interviews with four actuarial firms for December 15, 2021.

• Approved the October 20, 2021 meeting minutes as written.
• Approved the Sixty Ninth Actuarial Valuation as of June 30, 2021, and certified $1,884,590 as the employer contribution for FY beginning July 1, 2023.
• Approved the 2021 Summary Annual Report and directed it be sent to the State of Michigan, posted online, and distributed to plan members.
• Approved committing $2 million of plan assets to TerraCap Partners Real Estate Fund V, subject to legal review (4 yeas, 1 nay).
• Approved terminating Ancora Small Cap Core and Seizert Capital Mid Cap funds and transferring assets to Fidelity Extended Market Index.
• Approved funding TerraCap capital calls from overweight asset classes until January 2022, with consultant recommendation and Board Chair approval.
• Approved payment of Comerica fees ($4,595.05) and MAPERS renewal ($200.00).
• Approved NCPERS membership renewal and dues payment of $275.00.

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold its regular meeting, preceded by an inauguration ceremony where newly elected officials take the oath of office. The council will consider establishing a Commercial Rehabilitation District for Jefferson Place, LLC, approve purchases of water meters and 12 Getac mobile laptops for police, and review authorized disbursements of $886,937.07. Public comment is invited via phone/Zoom.

• Jefferson Place, LLC: Request to Establish a Commercial Rehabilitation District
• Purchase of water meters by Department of Public Services
• Purchase of 12 Getac Mobile Laptop Computers by Police Chief
• Authorized Disbursements, November 15, 2021 ($886,937.07)
• Appointment of City Attorney and Department Heads

The Trenton City Council held its regular meeting on November 15, 2021, after an inauguration ceremony for newly elected officials. The council approved a professional services agreement with Alan T. Ackerman and Anthony J. Bologna to serve as city attorneys through November 30, 2023, with Mayor Rzeppa abstaining. Other actions included approving the purchase of water meters, laptop computers, patrol car upfitting, and membership dues, all carried unanimously.

• Approved city attorney contract for Ackerman and Bologna through Nov 30, 2023 (5-0, Rzeppa abstained)
• Approved $50,469.65 purchase of Neptune water meters from Ferguson Waterworks (unanimous)
• Approved $42,016.73 purchase of 12 Getac laptops and installation, waiving bidding (unanimous)
• Approved $16,047.54 upfitting of two patrol cars with Priority One Emergency (unanimous)
• Approved $7,888.47 DCC and $19,569.72 DMA membership dues (unanimous)
• Approved $886,937.07 in authorized disbursements (unanimous)
• Approved financial summary and various commission minutes/reports (unanimous)
• Referred Jefferson Place LLC commercial rehab district request to administration (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the Trenton Resiliency Master Plan Action Plan, which is currently being revised by planning consultant Michelle Bennett. The meeting also includes updates from the planning consultant and the building official.

• Trenton Resiliency Master Plan – Action Plan revision
• November 2021 Monthly Planning Report from Michelle Bennett
• Building Official Update from Virgil Maiani

The Trenton Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the Trenton Resiliency Master Plan – Action Plan dated November 3, 2021, as revised, to the Mayor and City Council. The meeting also included approval of the agenda and minutes, and a resignation announcement from the City Council Liaison.

• Recommended approval of Trenton Resiliency Master Plan – Action Plan (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 10/13/2021 PC meeting (unanimous)
• Excused absent commissioners Earl, Ferrante, Frost, and Warner (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The commission is reviewing various indoor and outdoor maintenance projects and collection management procedures. The meeting also includes updates on website development and community awareness efforts.

• Outdoor maintenance including security and carriage shed repairs
• Indoor improvements for display cabinets and flag room repair
• Collection management regarding deaccession procedures and inventory
• Website development update
• New business regarding internet connection and lateral file cabinets

The Trenton Historical Commission held a regular meeting on November 8, 2021, approving the October minutes as amended and re-electing all current officers for another year. Discussions included security upgrades, building insulation, display cabinets, and website development, but no major decisions were made beyond the officer elections.

• Approved October 18 minutes as amended (moved by Wagar, supported by Finegan)
• Re-elected Judy Chuhran as Chair, Jeff Wagar as Treasurer, Richard Hudzinski as Recording Secretary, Brandon Torrice as Corresponding Secretary, and Linda Murdock and Nada Frost as Commission Advisors (moved by Frost, supported by Finegan)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several administrative and operational items, including a property lot combination request, various contract renewals and purchases, and approval of over $919,000 in disbursements. The agenda also includes a resignation from the DDA, a waiver request from the 33rd District Court, and public comment opportunities.

• Petition to combine Lots 152 and 153 of Teifer Subdivision, 2876 William R. Street (Dale Klepadlo)
• Authorized disbursements totaling $919,831.32
• Police Chief: Towing, Storage and Wrecker Services Contract Renewal
• Wastewater Treatment Plant: Purchase of new 2-ton crane for Chlorine Building
• Wastewater Treatment Plant: Purchase of 2 Val-matic check valves for raw influent pumps

The Trenton City Council approved all agenda items unanimously, including a $919,831.32 disbursement, a property combination, and several contracts. Key approvals included a $20,950 agreement with Beckett & Raeder for DDA planning services, a $12,182 crane purchase, and a $13,610 valve purchase for the wastewater plant. The council also renewed the Pepsi beverage contract for five years and extended the towing contract with Lyons ServiCenter for three years.

• Approved $919,831.32 in disbursements (unanimous)
• Approved property combination for Lots 152 and 153, Teifer Subdivision (unanimous)
• Authorized $20,950 agreement with Beckett & Raeder for DDA planning (unanimous)
• Approved $12,182 purchase of 2-ton crane for wastewater plant (unanimous)
• Approved $13,610 purchase of two Val-matic check valves (unanimous)
• Renewed Pepsi beverage contract for 5 years (unanimous)
• Extended towing contract with Lyons ServiCenter for 3 years (unanimous)
• Approved $7,250 contract with Fishbeck for MS4 report (unanimous)

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and discussing upcoming community events. The main items are organizing the Christmas parade, reviewing nominations for the City Awards Banquet, and confirming a date for the Shredit event.

• Christmas parade planning: trophies, flyers, police assistance, emcee
• City Awards Banquet: review nominations
• Shredit event reserved for second Saturday in May, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Lions Club Candy Cane Sales communication
• Next meeting scheduled for December 6, 2021

The Trenton Civic Commission met on November 1, 2021, and approved the agenda and the minutes from the October 4 meeting. The only substantive action was approving the Trenton Lion's Club candy cane sales for November 17-20, 2021. Old business included planning for the Christmas parade, with assignments for trophies, flyers, and Santa pickup, but no nominations were reviewed for the City Awards Banquet. No new business was discussed.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes for October 4, 2021
• Approved Trenton Lion's Club candy cane sales for Nov. 17-20, 2021

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss agenda items, including a closed session and a global agreement with NABA Management, Inc. The meeting is open to the public, with options for in-person or remote participation.

• Closed session discussion led by the Mayor
• Global Agreement with NABA Management, Inc.

The Trenton City Council held a special meeting on October 28, 2021, and unanimously authorized the mayor to sign a global agreement with NABA Management, Inc. and Dr. Iqbal Nasir, contingent on a $1,000,000 escrow deposit. The council also recessed into closed session to discuss litigation, then reconvened and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized mayor to sign global agreement with NABA Management, Inc. and Dr. Iqbal Nasir, contingent on $1M escrow deposit (unanimous)
• Recessed into closed session to discuss litigation (unanimous)

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Fire and Police Pension Board of Trustees is meeting to review financial statements, investment performance updates, and a retirement item. The board will also consider invoices totaling $43,812.73 and discuss an insurance broker RFI. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Review of Comerica statements for June, July, and August 2021
• Retirement item presented by Plan Secretary
• Investment performance update from consultant Brian Green
• Invoices totaling $43,812.73, including $13,779.63 to Loomis Sayles and $13,125.00 to Andco
• Discussion of Insurance Broker RFI under Old Business

The Trenton Fire & Police Pension Board approved the retirement of Todd Scheffler, authorized liquidation of $1.1M from investment funds to cover pension obligations, and approved payment of $43,537.73 in Q3 invoices. The board also directed legal counsel to contact Union Service (USA) for a fiduciary liability insurance quote. No other substantive decisions were made; the actuary RFP and NCPERS dues were deferred to future meetings.

• Approved retirement of Todd Scheffler effective Sept 11, 2021, with pension and lump sum payout (all present)
• Directed liquidation of $675,000 from Fidelity S&P 500 and $425,000 from Seizert Mid Cap, total $1,100,000, for pension obligations (all present)
• Approved payment of $43,537.73 in Q3 invoices to Ancora, Andco, Loomis Sayles, Seizert, and City of Trenton (all present)
• Directed legal counsel to contact Union Service (USA) for fiduciary liability insurance quote (all present)
• Approved minutes of Aug 18, 2021 meeting as written (all present)
• Received and filed communications from Comerica, Ancora, PGIM, Seizert, and others (all present)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 18, 2021, with public participation via phone/Zoom. The agenda includes several action items: a request to purchase a sanitation truck, payment of an invoice to State Barricades Inc., an update on curbside recycling, and a proposed amendment to Ordinance 808 regarding flood damage prevention. The council will also review the 2021 Police & Fire Actuarial Valuation, authorize disbursements totaling $770,657.29, and may enter a closed session.

• Request to purchase sanitation truck
• Request to pay invoice to State Barricades Inc.
• Ordinance 808 (Amended) - Amend Article II Flood Damage Prevention
• Authorized Disbursements, October 18, 2021 ($770,657.29)
• 2021 Police & Fire Actuarial Valuation

The Trenton City Council approved the start of residential curbside recycling no later than July 1, 2022, and directed the city administrator to bring all necessary expenses and purchases for approval and to pursue grants. The council also authorized the purchase of a new sanitation truck, approved an emergency flood damage prevention ordinance, and approved routine financial items.

• Approved residential curbside recycling start by July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Authorized $290,480 purchase of 2022 McNeilus sanitation truck (unanimous)
• Approved $5,450 invoice to State Barricades Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 808 (amended) on flood damage prevention (unanimous)
• Approved $770,657.29 in authorized disbursements (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor's appointment of Mark Nestor to DDA (6-0, mayor abstained)
• Approved closed session for litigation and property sale (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including financial and secretary reports, and to address old and new business items. Old business covers outdoor and indoor maintenance, security system additions, collection policy updates, and community awareness efforts. New business includes a December wish list and exhibit planning. The agenda is largely procedural and operational, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Security report: cameras, doorbell, add-on to security system
• Carriage shed door/window repair
• Collection policy updates: deaccession items
• Website development update
• Lateral file cabinets purchase

The Trenton Historical Commission approved a deaccession list for collection items after consulting with the City Administrator, and made several decisions about display and storage arrangements. These included repurposing a secretary for storage, moving a safe to the dining room, and creating a memorial hutch. The meeting was otherwise routine with no financial report or major updates.

• Approved September 13, 2021 minutes with amendment (motion carried)
• Approved deaccession list after consulting with City Administrator (motion carried)
• Approved repurposing secretary as storage cabinet in flag room (motion carried)
• Approved moving village safe to dining room for display (motion carried)
• Approved using mirrored hutch as Moore family memorial (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission is holding an open meeting and public hearing. The main item is a proposal by the current Biggby Coffee business at 3370 West Rd. to add a building with a drive-thru in the northeast corner of the parking lot at West Grange Plaza. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and receive updates from city staff and liaisons.

• Public hearing on proposed drive-thru building for Biggby Coffee at 3370 West Rd., West Grange Plaza
• Approval of meeting agenda for 10/13/2021
• Approval of minutes from 9/8/2021 meeting
• ASPR update
• Monthly report of Planning Consultant Michelle Bennett

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously recommended approval to the City Council for a building with a drive-thru in the southwest corner of the parking lot at West Grange Plaza, proposed by the current Biggby Coffee business at 3370 West Rd. The commission also approved the agenda and minutes from the 9/8/2021 meeting, and noted the ASPR's approval of a petition to combine Lots 152 & 153 of Teifer Subdivision, subject to a revised survey.

• Recommended approval of SP 2021-03 for Biggby Coffee drive-thru at West Grange Plaza (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for 10/13/2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 9/8/2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Excused absent commissioners Caldwell, Ferrante, Jasman, and Warner (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on the drive-thru proposal (unanimous)

Election Commission

The Trenton Election Commission will meet to approve the minutes from October 5, 2020, schedule the Public Accuracy Test for the November 2, 2021 General Election, and approve the Election Worker Schedule for that election. The meeting is largely procedural, focusing on election administration details.

• Schedule Public Accuracy Test for Thursday, October 21, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. at Trenton City Hall
• Approve November 2, 2021 Election Worker Schedule
• Notice of City General Election on November 2, 2021, for Mayor (partial 2-year term), City Council (3 seats, 4-year term), Assessor (partial 2-year term)
• Absentee ballot deadline: Saturday, October 30, 2021, at 5:00 p.m.
• Voter registration deadline: Monday, October 18, 2021, for mail/online; in-person registration available through Election Day

The Trenton Election Commission met and approved the minutes from October 5, 2020, scheduled the Public Accuracy Test for October 21, 2021, at 12:00 p.m., and approved the November 2, 2021, election worker schedule. All actions were unanimous.

• Approved minutes of October 5, 2020 (moved by Perugi, seconded by Pate)
• Scheduled Public Accuracy Test for October 21, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. (moved by Pate, seconded by Perugi)
• Approved November 2, 2021, election worker schedule (moved by LeFevre, seconded by Pate)

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission is meeting to approve minutes and communications, discuss old business including the Christmas parade and City Awards Banquet, and address a commissioner resignation. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or financial contracts listed.

• Approval of September 13, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved THS Robotics bottle drive fundraiser (flyer drop-off 10-22-21, pickup 11-6-21)
• Approved Knights of Columbus #3615 Tootsie Roll Drive (Oct 15-16)
• Approved Trenton Varsity Crew bottle drive (flyer drop-off 3-26-22, pickup 4-19-22)
• Discussion of Christmas parade gratuity, emcee, glow sticks; awards banquet linens, centerpieces, music

The Civic Commission approved several event fundraisers and a parade expense. The commission approved the agenda and minutes, and authorized up to $500 for glow sticks for the Christmas parade. It also approved three fundraising events for local groups.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes for September 13, 2021
• Approved THS Robotics bottle drive for 10-22-21 with pick-up 11-6-21
• Approved Knights of Columbus tootsie roll fundraiser for 10-15-21 and 10-16-21
• Approved Trenton Varsity Crew bottle drive for 3-26-22 with pick-up 4-19-22
• Approved spending up to $500 on glow sticks for Christmas parade

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 4, 2021, with public participation via Zoom/phone. The agenda includes a budget amendment, two property combination petitions, a resolution supporting legislative redistricting, and several event-related road closure requests. The council will also accept a resignation from the Civic Commission and recognize a retirement and heritage month.

• Budget Amendment as of 9-30-2021 for fiscal year ending 6-30-2022
• Resolution 2021-9 (Revised): Petition to combine properties, Lots 286, 287, parts of 288/289, N side of St. Joseph (Mario Ferrante)
• Petition to combine Lots 152 and 153, Teifer Subdivision, William R. Street (Dale Klepadlo)
• 2021-28 Joint Resolution to Support Legislative Redistricting
• Authorized Disbursements: $3,506,525.16

The Trenton City Council approved a series of routine items, including $3,506,525.16 in disbursements, a budget amendment, and a property combination for Mario Ferrante. It also approved several event permits and road closures, including a Lobster Festival and a Canterbury Street block party. The council received a resignation and a complaint, and supported a joint resolution on legislative redistricting.

• Approved $3,506,525.16 in disbursements (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments for FY 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved property combination for Mario Ferrante, Lots 286-289 (unanimous)
• Approved road closure for Truago Lobster Festival, Oct 15-16 (unanimous)
• Approved Canterbury Street block party road closure (5-2, two abstentions)
• Approved payment of $4,948.50 for awards banquet (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-28 supporting legislative redistricting (unanimous)
• Approved residential block party road closures with no fee (unanimous)

Cultural Commission

The Trenton City Cultural Commission met via Zoom and approved the minutes from July and August 2021. They welcomed Brendan Gallagher as the newest member and discussed several topics, including the Treasurer vacancy, downtown events, and the Pride Flag Memorial. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved minutes of July 24 and August 28, 2021
• Appointed Carol Bridges as timekeeper for meetings

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on September 20, 2021, with several items for decision and discussion. Key actions include second readings of ordinances to amend zoning for restaurant fast-food drive-throughs and flood damage prevention, plus a request to demolish the City Hall screen wall and patio. The council will also consider appointments, a court financial report, and a large disbursement authorization.

• Ordinance No. 802-1: Amend Zoning Ordinance for restaurant fast-food drive-through (2nd reading)
• Ordinance 808: Amend Article II Flood Damage Prevention
• City Hall Screen Wall & Patio Demolition
• Authorized Disbursements: $9,142,659.69
• 33rd District Court: Fines, Costs, Fees for August 2021

The Trenton City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 802-1, amending the zoning ordinance to add a definition and standards for 'restaurant, fast food drive-through' uses in B-2 districts. The council also unanimously approved an emergency ordinance (No. 808) updating flood damage prevention regulations to align with new FEMA flood maps. Other actions included approving a $16,000 contract for demolition of the City Hall screen wall and patio, and approving disbursements totaling $9,142,659.69.

• Approved Ordinance 802-1 adding fast-food drive-through zoning rules (unanimous)
• Approved emergency Ordinance 808 updating flood damage prevention (unanimous)
• Approved $16,000 City Hall screen wall & patio demolition contract to Pro Excavation, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Michigan Class investment pool as authorized investment institution (unanimous)
• Approved disbursements of $9,142,659.69 (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Cultural Commission, Traffic Safety Commission, and DDA (6-0, mayor abstained)
• Granted Knights of Columbus permission for Tootsie Roll Drive Oct 15-16 (unanimous)
• Granted Trenton High School Robotics Team permission for bottle drive (unanimous)

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission is meeting to handle routine approvals and plan upcoming community events. The agenda includes organizing the Christmas parade, the Light Up the Night contest, and the City Awards Banquet, with no new business listed.

• Order 90 dozen cookies for Christmas parade
• Contact Ann Arbor Carriage for parade; invoice sent to City for payment
• Draft letter/flyer for Light Up the Night contest; offer trophy and free ad in the Trib
• City Awards Banquet reserved at Chateau for January 15, 2022
• Approval of June 7, 2021 meeting minutes

The Civic Commission approved purchasing a Christmas tree for Santa to light this year, and approved the agenda and June 7, 2021 minutes. They also set the Christmas parade for December 4, 2021, with 90 dozen cookies ordered and glow sticks to be distributed. A new 'Good-Bye Winter' event idea was proposed for future discussion.

• Approved purchase of Christmas tree for Santa lighting (motion carried)
• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved minutes for June 7, 2021 (motion carried)
• Set Christmas parade for December 4, 2021
• Ordered 90 dozen cookies from Jo Brighton for parade
• Commission to research glow sticks for parade
• Discussed 'Good-Bye Winter' event idea for future meetings

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission is meeting to review a conceptual site plan for the Riverside Mixed-Use Development at 2171 West Jefferson Ave. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes and reports, with no public hearings scheduled. The main item of discussion is the new business proposal for the mixed-use development.

• Conceptual Site Plan CSP2021-04 for Riverside Mixed-Use Development at 2171 West Jefferson Ave.
• Applicant: NABA Management LLC, owner's representative Turkia Mullin
• Approval of minutes from 8/25/2021 meeting
• Monthly report of Planning Consultant Michelle Bennett
• Building Official update by Virgil Maiani

The Planning Commission reviewed the Conceptual Site Plan for the Riverside Mixed-Use Development at 2171 West Jefferson Ave. and decided the next step is a Preliminary Site Plan with three construction phases, including parking for each phase. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public hearings, old business, or communications. All motions, including agenda approval and minutes approval, were carried unanimously.

• Approved the agenda for the September 8, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the minutes from the August 25, 2021 Planning Commission meeting.
• Excused Commissioners Castle and Warner from the meeting.
• Discussed Conceptual Site Plan CSP2021-04 for Riverside Mixed-Use Development and determined next step is a Preliminary Site Plan with three phases and parking details.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:21 PM.

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including a first reading of an ordinance to amend zoning rules for restaurant fast-food drive-throughs, and multiple purchase requests for vehicles and equipment. The agenda also includes public comment opportunities and recognition of a retiring employee.

• Ordinance No. 802-1: Amend Zoning Ordinance for restaurant fast-food drive-through (1st reading)
• Purchase of two police patrol vehicles
• Amended request for purchase of 2021 Dodge Ram truck (fire department)
• Emergency water main repair and purchase of fire hydrants and trash carts
• Authorized disbursements totaling $1,870,245.83

The Trenton City Council approved a $2,478,802.50 contract with Insituform Technologies for the 2021 Sanitary Sewer Cleaning, Televising and CIPP Lining Project, establishing a $2,603,000 budget. The council also unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 802-1, which would amend the zoning ordinance to allow fast-food drive-throughs in B-2 districts, with final enactment scheduled for September 20, 2021. Several equipment purchases were approved, including two police patrol vehicles, a fire department truck, and portable radios.

• Awarded $2,478,802.50 sewer lining contract to Insituform Technologies (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 802-1 allowing fast-food drive-throughs in B-2 districts (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two 2021 Ford Utility Interceptor patrol vehicles for $78,402.00 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2021 Dodge Ram 4x4 Crew cab for $27,562.00 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,670.58 in emergency water main repair payments (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 30 fire hydrants for $69,303.10, waiving formal bid (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 429 trash carts for $27,568.00, waiving formal bid (6-0-1, Cabauatan abstained)
• Approved $1,870,245.83 in authorized disbursements (unanimous)

Cultural Commission

The commission is discussing planning for the Scarecrow Festival and Vintage Market Mercantile Event. Members will also address community outreach efforts, including social media updates and library displays.

• Discussion of Scarecrow Festival
• Vintage Market Mercantile Event planning
• Library showcase display for MiSelfInBooks
• September observances including Hispanic Heritage Month
• Pride Memorial placement and collaboration

The Trenton City Cultural Commission met on August 28, 2021, but had no quorum, so no formal decisions or votes were taken. Members discussed upcoming events including the Vintage Market Mercantile, Scarecrow Fest, a mural painting event at MacArthur Park, and a possible art and music event. They also discussed community outreach, the Library Showcase display, the Pride Memorial, and Hispanic Heritage Month observances.

• No quorum; no formal decisions or votes taken
• Discussed Vintage Market Mercantile; Patrick Taylor to meet with organizers Sept. 8
• Discussed Scarecrow Fest; possibly replaced by Vintage Market/All About Grace event
• Discussed mural painting event at MacArthur Park on Sept. 11, 19, 25
• Discussed Public Art Grant won by Wendy Pate from City Council

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously recommended that the Mayor and City Council approve a draft ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance to permit drive-throughs as a special land use in the B-2 zone, with supplemental standards for parking and circulation. No public comments were made during the hearing. The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes from the July 28, 2021 meeting.

• Recommended approval of zoning text amendments for drive-throughs in B-2 zone (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on the zoning amendment (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for the meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 7/28/2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Excused absent commissioners Blackledge, Frost, Jocks, and Warner (unanimous)

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Board will review July 21, 2021 minutes and communications from Ancora. The agenda includes a discussion regarding an Actuary RFP and the review of a $13,471.59 invoice from Loomis Sayles.

• Review of Actuary RFP
• Loomis Sayles invoice for $13,471.59
• Ancora Q2 communications and appraisal

The board approved the pension and lump-sum payout for Randy Washburn, authorized legal counsel to finalize and issue an RFP for actuarial services, and approved payment of an invoice to Loomis Sayles. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved pension and lump-sum payout for Randy Washburn (all present)
• Authorized issuance of actuarial services RFP to 9 providers (all present)
• Approved $13,471.59 payment to Loomis Sayles (all present)
• Approved minutes of July 21, 2021 meeting (all present)
• Received and filed communications from Ancora (all present)
• Received and filed insurance carrier RFI responses (all present)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will review a second reading of an ordinance for adult-use marijuana grow and processing establishments. The agenda also includes a bid award recommendation for City Hall front entrance upgrades and a request for emergency repair payments at the wastewater treatment plant.

• Second reading of Ordinance 807 regarding adult-use marihuana grow and processing establishments
• Bid award recommendation for City Hall Front Entrance Upgrade (Contract 2021-01)
• Authorization of payment for emergency repair at the Waste Water Treatment Plant
• Authorized disbursements totaling $2,049,501.45
• Trenton High School homecoming parade road closure request

The Trenton City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 807, authorizing adult-use marijuana grow and processing establishments in industrial areas east of Fort Street and west of West Jefferson, with no limit on permits for growers and processors, while prohibiting retail, microbusiness, and other establishment types. The council also rejected all bids for the City Hall front entrance upgrade and authorized rebidding in 2022, approved an emergency generator repair payment of $7,067.13, and tabled a decorative screen wall repair item for a study session.

• Approved Ordinance 807 authorizing adult-use marijuana grow and processing establishments (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for City Hall Front Entrance Upgrade, Contract 2021-01, authorized rebid in 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $7,067.13 to Buckeye Power Sales for emergency generator repair (unanimous)
• Tabled City Hall Decorative Screen Wall Repairs, scheduled study session for August 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Trenton High School Homecoming Parade road closure for October 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved disbursements of $2,049,501.45 (unanimous)
• Approved financial summary and monthly reports for July 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Mona Whitaker to City Beautiful Commission (6-0, mayor abstained)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with a first reading of an ordinance to allow adult-use marijuana grow and processing establishments, a bid opening for the City Hall front entrance upgrade, and approval of $1,628,548.53 in disbursements. The council will also consider appointments to several commissions and a property combination petition.

• Ordinance No. 807: adult-use marihuana grow and processing establishments (1st reading)
• Bid opening: City Hall Front Entrance Upgrade, Contract No. 2020-01
• Authorized disbursements: $1,628,548.53
• Petition to combine property at 2513 4th Street and 335 Cherry Street
• 33rd District Court technology quarterly payment

The Trenton City Council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 807, which would authorize and permit adult-use marijuana grow and processing establishments in the city, with no limit on the number of grower and processor permits. The ordinance prohibits retail, microbusiness, and other establishment types, and restricts facilities to industrial-zoned areas east of Fort Street and west of West Jefferson, with distance requirements from residences, schools, and churches. The council also approved a property combination, appointments, disbursements, and a closed session for litigation discussion.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 807 authorizing adult-use marijuana grow and processing establishments (unanimous)
• Approved property combination at 2513 4th Street and 335 Cherry Street (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to City Beautiful Commission, Building Code Board of Appeals, Traffic Safety Commission, Planning Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals (6-0, mayor abstained)
• Approved $1,628,548.53 in authorized disbursements (unanimous)
• Approved 9/11 Heroes Run event on October 2, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,851.00 court technology payment to SINC Consortium (unanimous)
• Referred City Hall front entrance upgrade bids to Engineering for review (unanimous)
• Moved to closed session to discuss litigation (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission is meeting to discuss two items: amending the zoning ordinance's special land use section and reviewing a draft marijuana ordinance submitted by the city clerk. No public hearings are scheduled, and the agenda is otherwise routine with minutes approval and staff updates.

• Discussion of amending Zoning Ordinance Section 110-273 (Special Land Uses)
• Review of Marihuana Draft Ordinance from City Clerk Debra R. Devitt (July 12, 2021)
• Approval of minutes from the 6/23/2021 Zoom meeting
• Planning consultant report by Michele Bennett (July 2021)
• Building official update by Virgil Maiani

The Trenton Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the Mayor and City Council approve a draft ordinance allowing only grow and processing marihuana facilities in the city, including recommendations from the Acting City Administrator regarding distance/area and signage. The commission also directed the planning consultant to modify language for Zoning Ordinance Section 110-273(e) and scheduled a public hearing for August 2021 on that amendment. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Recommended approval of draft marihuana ordinance allowing only grow/processing facilities (6-0)
• Directed planning consultant to modify language for Zoning Ordinance Section 110-273(e)
• Scheduled public hearing for August 2021 on Zoning Ordinance Section 110-273(e) amendment
• Approved minutes from 6/23/2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Received and filed communication items (unanimous)

Cultural Commission

The Trenton Cultural Commission is meeting to discuss several cultural initiatives, including a Pride flag memorial placement, Social Wellness Month, and participation in Taste of Downriver. They will also consider a QR code scavenger hunt for endorsed dishes at local restaurants, review communication and outreach efforts, and plan for August observances.

• Pride flag 'memorial' placement discussion
• Taste of Downriver participation and QR code scavenger hunt idea
• Social media and website updates (trentoncc.weebly.com)
• Library Collection Development Policy review (pp. 38, 45)
• August observances including American Artist Appreciation Month and Smithsonian Day

The Trenton City Cultural Commission approved the June 19, 2021 minutes and accepted the resignations of Amanda Petrarca and Carol Bridges. The commission discussed the Historic Pride Flag placement and distribution, with Patrick Taylor to consult City Council on official policy. No formal decisions were made on discussion items; the meeting was largely procedural and planning-focused.

• Approved June 19, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted resignations of Amanda Petrarca (effective 8/20/21) and Carol Bridges (effective 8/14/21) (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:31 a.m. (motion carried)

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Fire and Police Pension Board of Trustees is meeting to review quarterly financial reports, including Comerica statements, PRISA II and Seizert reports, and a Q2 2021 performance report from investment consultant AndCo. The board will also consider invoices totaling $35,798.74 for various services and discuss a data request from GRS for pension valuation.

• Q2 2021 Performance Report and July 2021 Market Value Update from AndCo Consulting
• Invoices totaling $35,798.74, including $12,500.00 to AndCo and $6,630.66 to Ancora
• Comerica statements for April and May 2021
• PRISA II Q2 report and distribution
• GRS data request for pension valuation

The Trenton Fire & Police Pension Board approved a 5.0% fee increase for Andco portfolio consulting services, raising the annual fee from $50,000 to $52,500 effective July 1, 2021. The board also approved a $12,200 actuarial valuation fee for Gabriel Roeder Smith, authorized a joint RFP for actuarial services, and approved payment of $35,798.74 in invoices. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved 5.0% fee increase for Andco portfolio consulting, effective 7/1/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $12,200 fee proposal for GRS annual pension valuation (unanimous)
• Authorized legal counsel to prepare joint RFP for actuarial services for Fire & Police and OPEB (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $35,798.74 in Q2 invoices (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 19, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Received and filed communications including Comerica statements and PRISA II Q2 report (unanimous)
• Received Q2 portfolio performance report and placed on file (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review various departmental reports, including monthly updates from the Police and Fire departments. The agenda includes requests for a new 2021 Dodge Ram truck and an ESO software contract for the Fire Department.

• Request for purchase of a 2021 Dodge Ram Truck
• ESO Software Contract request
• Authorized disbursements totaling $901,698.74
• 33rd District Court fines, costs, and fees for June 2021
• Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund funding election and budget certification

The Trenton City Council approved acceptance of $1.9 million in federal recovery funds, approved a $25,976 truck purchase, and approved a $5,795 software payment. It also approved disbursements of $901,698.74 and moved to closed session for litigation discussion.

• Approved acceptance of $1.9 million in federal recovery funds
• Approved purchase of a 2021 Dodge Ram Truck for $25,976
• Approved invoice payment for ESO Solutions software for $5,795
• Approved disbursements totaling $901,698.74
• Approved minutes of the July 6, 2021 meeting
• Designated voting delegates for Michigan Municipal League meeting
• Granted permission for 'Turn the Town Teal' ribbon campaign
• Moved to closed session to discuss litigation

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular July 6, 2021 meeting, with public comment via Zoom/phone. Key items include a draft marijuana ordinance, a parking lot right-of-first-refusal, potential sale/closing of the Clock Tower/Pavilion, an emergency pool heater repair, and proposed fee increases for mattress disposal and water taps. The council will also consider appointments, reports, and a closed session.

• Marihuana draft ordinance discussion
• Parking lot first right of refusal
• Clock Tower/Pavilion sale/closing
• Kennedy Aquatic Center emergency heater repair
• Proposed fee increases: special pick-up mattress/box spring disposal and water tap fees

The Trenton City Council approved several fee increases, including raising the special pick-up fee for mattresses and box springs from $10 to $20 per piece (in addition to the standard $20 special pick-up fee) and increasing water tap fees to $2,500 for 1" short side service, $3,500 for 1" long side service, $3,500 for 1.5"-2" short side service, and $5,000 for 1.5"-2" long side service. The council also referred a draft marihuana ordinance to the Planning Commission, approved an emergency heater repair at Kennedy Aquatic Center, and authorized the library to apply for an ARPA equipment grant. All other items, including the 33rd District Court financial report and the Senior Alliance plan, were approved unanimously.

• Approved increase of mattress/box spring special pick-up fee from $10 to $20 per piece (7-0, Cabauatan abstained)
• Approved water tap fee increases: $2,500 for 1" short side, $3,500 for 1" long side, $3,500 for 1.5"-2" short side, $5,000 for 1.5"-2" long side (unanimous)
• Referred draft marihuana ordinance (grow/processing only) to Planning Commission for review (unanimous)
• Approved emergency heater repair at Kennedy Aquatic Center by Flo-Aire, funded from Account #101-697-933.000 (unanimous)
• Approved Trenton Veterans Memorial Library application for Library of Michigan ARPA Equipment Grant (unanimous)
• Approved American Legion Post 426 Classic Car Show road closure on West Jefferson, Sept 12, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (unanimous)
• Authorized City Attorney to finalize parking lot closing documents and City Administrator to sign after review (unanimous)
• Approved $695,645.14 in authorized disbursements (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals & Adjustments

The Trenton Zoning Board of Appeals & Adjustments is holding a public hearing and regular meeting to consider a single variance request: an 8-foot-high vinyl fence at 1922 Lakeview, which exceeds the city's 6-foot rear-yard fence height limit. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and the agenda. No public comments were received in advance of the hearing.

• Public hearing on Case No. 1830: fence height variance for 8-foot vinyl fence at 1922 Lakeview
• 52 notices mailed for the hearing; 0 responses received
• Ordinance cited: Article IV, Section 18-117(4), rear-yard fence height limit of 6 feet
• Approval of minutes from the 4/29/2021 meeting
• Commissioner Warner excused from attendance

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a fence height variance for David Ware at 1922 Lakeview, allowing an 8-foot vinyl fence along the rear property line, exceeding the 6-foot ordinance limit. The vote was 4-0, with Chairman Mazzella and Commissioner Warner absent. The public hearing drew no responses from 52 mailed notices.

• Approved Case No. 1830: fence height variance for 8-foot vinyl fence at 1922 Lakeview (4-0 vote)
• Excused absences of Chairman Mazzella and Commissioner Warner
• Approved minutes of 4/29/2021
• Approved agenda for 7/1/2021
• Closed public hearing for Case No. 1830
• Adjourned meeting at 7:39pm

Planning Commission

The Trenton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and regular meeting. The main item is a request by David Ware for a variance to build an 8-foot fence, exceeding the 6-foot limit, along the rear property line at 1922 Lakeview. The board will also approve minutes from the April 29 meeting and handle routine procedural items.

• Public hearing on Case No. 1830: fence height variance for 8-foot vinyl fence at 1922 Lakeview
• 52 notices mailed for the hearing, 0 responses received
• Approval of minutes from April 29, 2021 meeting
• Approval of agenda for July 1, 2021 meeting

The Trenton Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing and approved a variance for David Ware to construct an 8-foot-high vinyl fence along the rear property line at 1922 Lakeview, exceeding the city's 6-foot height limit. The vote was 4-0 in favor, with two commissioners absent. The board also approved the minutes from April 29, 2021, and the agenda for the meeting.

• Approved fence height variance for 8-foot fence at 1922 Lakeview (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 4/29/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for 7/1/2021 (unanimous)
• Excused absences of Chairman Mazzella and Commissioner Warner (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission is holding a public hearing and will consider site plan approval for a saloon and restaurant at 2960 W. Jefferson in the B-3 General Business District. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, a letter from Diane K. Derby, and routine updates from staff and liaisons.

• Public hearing and site plan approval for a saloon and restaurant at 2960 W. Jefferson (between Maple and Slocum streets, B-3 district)
• Approval of minutes from the 4/14/2021 Zoom meeting
• Communication: letter received from Diane K. Derby
• Planning consultant monthly report by Leah DuMouchel
• Building official update by Virgil Maiani

The Trenton Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved a site plan for a saloon and restaurant at 2960 W. Jefferson, with stipulations for outdoor dining approvals and a 20% parking variance. The commission also excused three absent members, approved the agenda and prior minutes, and received a letter from Diane K. Derby. No other substantive decisions were made; updates were provided on a lot division, marijuana issues, and a social district.

• Approved site plan for saloon/restaurant at 2960 W. Jefferson with stipulations (unanimous)
• Excused Commissioners Jasman, Jocks, and Warner (unanimous)
• Approved 6/23/2021 public hearing agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 4/14/2021 PC Zoom meeting (unanimous)
• Received and placed on file letter from Diane K. Derby (unanimous)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing a settlement framework for a new collective bargaining agreement with TPOAM, a budget amendment for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021, and a resolution to divide property on West Road. Other items include appointments, a resignation, and various reports.

• TPOAM Settlement Framework for New Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year ending 6-30-2021
• Resolution to Divide Property - Lots 510-516, 239 West Road
• Authorized Disbursements, June 21, 2021 ($869,216.23)
• Kennedy Recreation Center Restaurant Space Lease Agreement

The Trenton City Council approved a settlement framework for a new collective bargaining agreement with the Technical, Professional & Officeworkers Association of Michigan, adding 2.5% for two years effective July 1, 2021. It also approved a 2.5% increase to the non-union wage scale and a $1,000 essential worker premium pay for full-time non-union employees. Additionally, the council approved a $2.00 per hour premium for dispatch wages through June 30, 2023, funded by American Rescue Plan Act money.

• Approved TPOAM collective bargaining agreement with 2.5% wage increase for two years, effective July 1, 2021
• Approved $2.00 per hour premium pay for dispatchers from July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2023
• Approved 2.5% wage increase for non-union employees and $1,000 essential worker premium pay
• Approved amended Real Property Tax Hardship Partial Exemption Guidelines incorporating Public Act 253 of 2020
• Approved road closures for Trenton Summer Festival on June 25-26, 2021
• Approved lease agreement for restaurant space at Kennedy Recreation Center with KRR Enterprises, LLC
• Approved division of property at 239 West Road into three parcels
• Approved $869,216.23 in disbursements and various financial and departmental reports

Cultural Commission

The Trenton Cultural Commission is meeting to approve May minutes and discuss upcoming events including the Trenton Summer Festival, wrapping up Pride month, and July social media content. The agenda is mostly discussion items with no major decisions or financial actions listed.

• Approval of May 29, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Trenton Summer Festival
• Pride month wrap-up including return of flag
• July social media posts for holidays like Independence Day and Tanabata Festival
• Potential collaboration with OpenBook on driveway theatre

The Trenton City Cultural Commission approved the minutes from its May 29, 2021 meeting. A subcommittee was formed to assist the Human Resources Director with updating policies, documents, job descriptions, outreach, and diversity/anti-harassment training. The commission also discussed plans for the Trenton Summer Festival and various community events, but no formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved the minutes of the May 29, 2021 regular meeting.
• Formed a subcommittee to meet with HR Director John Laub on policy updates and diversity training.
• Discussed but did not decide on framing the Pride Flag for donation to the city.
• Discussed but did not decide on creating a social media challenge for All-American Pet Photo Day.
• Discussed but did not decide on partnering with Slick Disc for World Listening Day.
• Discussed but did not decide on hosting a Powwow at Elizabeth Park.
• Discussed but did not decide on providing Diversity & Acceptance training for the city.
• Adjourned the meeting at 12:38 p.m.

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission approved the May 10 minutes as presented. No financial or secretary reports were given. Old business included ongoing maintenance tasks (e.g., DPW contact, hosta division, security camera pricing, carriage shed door quotes, phone/internet pricing, display cabinet delivery, flag hanging, quilt repair) and collection policy updates (loan forms added, oral history forms tabled). New business: the commission will open the museum outside on Saturday, June 26, 12-4 PM for the Street Festival. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals and planning.

• Approved May 10 meeting minutes as presented (moved by Chuhran, supported by Hudzinski)
• Tabled review of oral history forms until next meeting
• Scheduled museum outdoor opening for Street Festival on June 26, 12-4 PM
• Assigned tasks: Hudzinski to contact DPW, Torrice to check camera prices, Wagar to price door/heating/insulation, Hodgson to check phone/internet pricing

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 7, 2021, with public participation via phone/Zoom. Key items include proposed settlement frameworks for three union contracts, a second reading of an ordinance amending solid waste regulations, and an amended budget and tax resolution for FY22. The council will also consider appointments, resignations, and several administrative items.

• Settlement frameworks for MAP, TILA, and IAFF Local 2701 collective bargaining agreements
• Ordinance 806, amend Chapter 74, Solid Waste (2nd Reading)
• Amended Budget & Tax Resolution for Budget FY22
• Authorized Disbursements, June 7, 2021 ($1,047,210.45)
• Petition to Divide Property, Lots 510-516, 239 West Road

The Trenton City Council approved the amended FY22 budget and tax resolution, setting a 24.7506 mill levy on $651,197,160 of taxable value, and approved two-year collective bargaining agreements with the police, inspectors/lieutenants, and firefighter unions. The council also adopted Ordinance 806 amending solid waste rules, extended the polling location agreement with Community Bible Church, and approved social district permits for three businesses.

• Approved FY22 amended budget and tax resolution (unanimous)
• Approved 2-year collective bargaining agreements with MAP, TILA, and Fire Fighters Local 2701 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 806 amending Chapter 74 Solid Waste (6-0, Cabauatan abstained)
• Extended polling location license with Community Bible Church for 5 years (unanimous)
• Approved social district permits for TV Grand Event, Round House BBQ, and Truago (unanimous)
• Approved delinquent revenue accounts of $8,565.80 to 2021 tax roll (unanimous)
• Extended broadcast agreement with Professional Touch Video through 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved disbursements of $1,047,210.45 (unanimous)

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission is meeting to approve minutes and discuss routine business, including recaps of the Shred event and Memorial Day procession, and planning for the fall garage sale, Christmas parade, and the city awards banquet. No major policy decisions or financial commitments are on the agenda.

• Recap of Shred event and discussion of invoice and Rotary funds
• Recap of Memorial Day procession
• Planning for fall garage sale
• Reserve carriage and discuss Christmas tree purchase for Christmas parade
• Reserve Chateau for Trenton City Awards Banquet on January 15, 2022

The Civic Commission approved minutes from May 3, 2021, and appointed Commissioner Harvell as treasurer, replacing Floyd. It also voted to hold no regular meetings in July or August, and scheduled the Christmas parade for December 4, 2021, with a carriage reserved and payment due in September. The fall garage sale was set for September 18-19, 2021, with new sign numbers to be ordered.

• Approved minutes for May 3, 2021 (motion carried)
• Appointed Commissioner Harvell as treasurer, replacing Floyd
• Approved no regular Civic Commission meetings in July or August (motion carried)
• Scheduled Christmas parade for December 4, 2021, with carriage reserved and payment due in September
• Set fall garage sale for September 18-19, 2021, and ordered new sign numbers

Cultural Commission

The Trenton Cultural Commission will meet to approve consent items, including minutes and new appointments, and discuss Memorial Day wreath confirmation, Pride Month flag raising and ribbon purchases, and a Unity Banner. They will also consider additional Pride observances, Juneteenth recognition, and updates on social media and the street fair.

• Approval of minutes from 5/1/2021 special meeting
• Resignation of Elizabeth Hartig and appointment of Lori Holcomb and Jami Melton
• Confirmation of commemorative wreath for Memorial Day ceremony
• Raising of pride flag on June 1, 2021, at City Hall
• Approval of purchases for banner and pride-themed ribbons

The Cultural Commission approved minutes, accepted a resignation, and welcomed two new members. The City Council approved the Commission's resolution to raise a Pride Flag at City Hall on June 1 at 5:30 p.m., with speeches and a vocalist planned. The Commission also approved a banner purchase, moved its June meeting to June 19, and discussed upcoming events including Pride month activities and a potential Scarecrow Fest contest.

• Approved minutes of May 1, 2021 special meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Elizabeth Haritg, effective immediately (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of banner by Amanda Petrarca (unanimous)
• Moved June 26, 2021 meeting to June 19, 2021 (unanimous)
• City Council approved Pride Flag resolution on May 17, 2021

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Board will review the April 21, 2021 minutes and receive investment performance reports. The meeting includes a review of Comerica statements and various service invoices.

• Review of Andco Q4 2020 invoice for $12,500.00
• Review of Comerica fees for Q1 totaling $4,762.29
• Review of VanOverbeke Michaud Timmony invoices totaling $3,366.00
• Discussion regarding Fiduciary Liability Insurance

The Trenton Fire & Police Pension Board approved the renewal of its fiduciary liability insurance with Hudson Insurance Co. for $7,843, covering May 24, 2021 to May 24, 2022, and agreed to re-examine coverage options in fall 2021. The board also approved payment of invoices totaling $20,628.29, including $12,500 to Andco and $2,057 to VanOverbeke Michaud Timmony, and accepted the Q1 investment performance report. All votes were unanimous among members present.

• Approved fiduciary liability insurance renewal with Hudson Insurance Co. for $7,843 (all present)
• Approved invoice payments totaling $20,628.29, including $12,500 to Andco and $2,057 to VanOverbeke Michaud Timmony (all present)
• Received and filed Q1 investment performance report (all present)
• Approved minutes of April 21, 2021 meeting as written (all present)
• Received and filed communications including Comerica statement and Fidelity fund annual report (all present)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is meeting to hold a public hearing on the proposed budget. The agenda includes only the hearing, public comment, and adjournment, with no other business items listed.

• Public hearing on proposed budget
• Public comment period on the budget

The Trenton City Council convened a public hearing on May 17, 2021, with all members present. No public comments were made, and the hearing was adjourned shortly after opening. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

• Adjourned public hearing at 6:38 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several key items, including the FY 2021-2022 budget, millage tax rate, water and sewer rates, and a resolution opposing the Riverview Landfill expansion. The council will also consider appointments, a solid waste ordinance amendment, and a social district for downtown Trenton. Public comment is available via phone/Zoom.

• Budget for FY 2021-2022 (July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022)
• Millage tax rate
• Water and sewer rates
• Resolution opposing Riverview Landfill expansion
• Ordinance 806: Amend Chapter 74, Solid Waste (1st reading)

The City Council unanimously approved the general operating budget of $21,336,807 for fiscal year 2021-22 and set the millage rate at 24.7506 mills. It also approved water and sewer rate increases effective July 1, 2021, and adopted a resolution opposing the Riverview Landfill expansion. The council approved a $117,210 contract for the library roof replacement and initiated a Downtown Trenton Social District application.

• Approved FY2021-22 general operating budget of $21,336,807 (unanimous)
• Approved millage rate of 24.7506 mills for FY2021-22 (unanimous)
• Approved water and sewer rate increases effective July 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $117,210 contract to Holbrook's Roofing for library roof replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-16 opposing Riverview Landfill expansion (6-1, Cabauatan abstained)
• Approved initiating Downtown Trenton Social District application with $10,000 for signage (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 806 amending solid waste chapter (6-1, Cabauatan abstained)
• Approved $960,094.37 in disbursements for May 17, 2021 (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The commission is reviewing various outdoor and indoor maintenance projects, including sidewalk repairs and security upgrades. The meeting also covers updates to collection policies for loans and oral history interviews.

• Outdoor maintenance reports regarding sidewalks and bike racks
• Security improvements including yard lights and carriage shed alarms
• Indoor improvements involving display cabinets and security cameras
• Updates to inward and outward loan forms and oral history interview forms
• Discussion of quilt storage and artwork dividers

The Trenton Historical Commission approved the purchase of display cabinets for $3,241 plus $114.95 in moving costs. They also approved the April meeting minutes and discussed various maintenance and improvement projects, including outdoor landscaping, security, and collection policy updates. No other major decisions were made.

• Approved purchase of 3 three-foot and 1 six-foot display cabinets for $3,241 plus $114.95 moving costs
• Approved minutes from April meeting as presented

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission is meeting to approve minutes and discuss old business, including organizing a shred event and the Memorial Day tribute. The shred event will need receipts, a cash box for contactless payment, volunteers, and a work order to DPW. The Memorial Day tribute will include flags along West Rd. and at the Memorial, speakers, a sound system, and possible trophies for participating veterans groups.

• Shred event: print receipts, make cash box for contactless payment, schedule volunteers (5 Rotary workers per hour), put in work order to DPW
• Woodhaven Trenton Animal Shelter unable to participate in shred event this year
• Memorial Day tribute: work order to DPW for flags along West Rd. and at Memorial at half staff
• Schedule speakers: contact Senator Dingell and Mayor Rzeppa
• Possibility of trophies or plaques for all participating veterans groups

The Trenton Civic Commission met on May 3, 2021, and approved the minutes from March and April 2021 as presented. No new business was discussed, and no substantive policy decisions were made. The commission finalized logistics for the Memorial Day tribute on May 29, 2021, and the shred event on May 8, 2021.

• Approved minutes for March and April 2021 (motion carried)
• Finalized Memorial Day tribute plans for May 29, 2021, including procession, wreaths, rifle salute, and taps
• Finalized shred event plans for May 8, 2021, with contactless payment and Rotary volunteers

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with public comment via Zoom. Key items include resolutions on property tax exemption procedures and obsolete property rehabilitation incentives, delinquent accounts for the 2021 tax roll, and approval of $1,136,665.90 in disbursements. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Stella Prusak Day and presentations from MSU and Friends of the Detroit River.

• Resolution for procedures to grant and remove real property tax exemptions
• Resolution to adopt tax incentive guidelines for Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act P.A. 146 of 2000
• Delinquent accounts to be placed on 2021 City Tax Roll
• Authorized disbursements of $1,136,665.90
• Stella Prusak Day Proclamation

The Trenton City Council unanimously adopted two resolutions establishing procedures for granting and removing real property tax exemptions and adopting tax incentive guidelines for the Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act (P.A. 146 of 2000). The council also placed delinquent water and sewer accounts totaling $167,980.70 on the 2021 tax roll, approved disbursements of $1,136,665.90, and added $1,620 for Cultural Commission pay to the proposed budget. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-11 establishing procedures for granting and removing real property tax exemptions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-12 adopting tax incentive guidelines for Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act P.A. 146 of 2000 (unanimous)
• Placed delinquent water and sewer accounts totaling $167,980.70 on the 2021 City Tax Roll (unanimous)
• Approved authorized disbursements of $1,136,665.90 for May 3, 2021 (unanimous)
• Added $1,620 to the proposed budget for Cultural Commission pay (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the April 19, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Received and filed 33rd District Court fines, costs, and fees for March 2021 totaling $32.38 (unanimous)
• Received and filed 33rd District Court technology payment of $3,330.00 to SINC Consortium (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals & Adjustments

The Trenton Zoning Board of Appeals & Adjustments will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider two variance requests. The board will decide on a rear yard setback variance for a sunroom addition at 2550 Jenny Ln. and a front yard setback variance for a chain-link fence at 3137 Parkwood. Both requests stem from ordinance violations, and no public responses were received for either case.

• Case No. 1828: Variance request for 5-foot rear yard setback reduction at 2550 Jenny Ln. for a sunroom addition (R-3 district requires 35-foot setback)
• Case No. 1829: Variance request for 29-foot 6-inch front yard setback reduction at 3137 Parkwood for a 4-foot high chain-link fence
• Public hearings for both cases with no responses from mailed notices
• Approval of minutes from April 8, 2021 meeting
• Excused absences for Commissioners Warner and Scott

The Trenton Zoning Board of Appeals approved two variance requests. A 5-foot rear yard setback variance was granted for a sunroom addition at 2550 Jenny Ln. A front yard setback variance of 29 feet 6 inches was granted for a chain-link fence at 3137 Parkwood, with a stipulation. Both votes were unanimous among the four commissioners present.

• Approved 5-foot rear yard setback variance for sunroom at 2550 Jenny Ln (4-0)
• Approved 29-foot 6-inch front yard setback variance for fence at 3137 Parkwood, with stipulation (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Zoning Board of Appeals and Adjustments will hold public hearings regarding two property applications. The board will review requests for variances related to building setbacks at 2550 Jenny Ln. and 3137 Parkwood.

• Public Hearing: Case No. 1828 – request for a 5-foot rear yard setback variance for a sunroom at 2550 Jenny Ln.
• Public Hearing: Case No. 1829 – request for a 29-foot 6-inch front yard setback variance for a chain-link fence at 3137 Parkwood

The Trenton Zoning Board of Appeals approved two variance requests at its April 29, 2021 meeting. A 5-foot rear yard setback variance was granted to John Russell for a sunroom addition at 2550 Jenny Ln. A front yard setback variance of 29 feet 6 inches was granted to Vasile Carp for a chain-link fence at 3137 Parkwood, with a stipulation. Both votes were unanimous among the four commissioners present.

• Approved 5-foot rear yard setback variance for sunroom at 2550 Jenny Ln (4-0)
• Approved front yard setback variance of 29 ft 6 in for fence at 3137 Parkwood, with stipulation (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 4/8/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
• Excused absences of Commissioners Warner and Gorno (unanimous)

Cultural Commission

The Trenton Cultural Commission will meet to approve minutes, establish officers, adopt bylaws, and set a monthly meeting schedule. They will also discuss unfinished business like mission/vision statements and website updates, and consider immediate items for May (military/veterans) and June (Pride Month).

• Approval of April 12, 2021 minutes
• Election of officers: Chair Patrick Taylor, Treasurer Amanda Petrarca, Secretary Bonnie Forrest, Social Media Hana Mitsusada-Boylan
• Adoption of Robert's Rules of Order and new bylaws (draft by Bonnie Forrest)
• Discussion of honoring military/veterans for May and Memorial Day, possibly collaborating with Civic Commission
• Discussion of Pride Month display for June

The Trenton City Cultural Commission elected officers, discussed by-laws to be finalized next meeting, and planned upcoming events including a Pride flag raising and Memorial Day wreath ceremony. No formal decisions were made on these event plans; they remain discussion items.

• Approved minutes of April 12, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Patrick Taylor as Chair (unanimous, Taylor abstaining)
• Elected Amanda Petrarca as Treasurer (unanimous, Petrarca abstaining)
• Elected Bonnie Forrest as Secretary (unanimous, Forrest abstaining)
• Elected Hana Mitsusada-Boylan as Social Media (unanimous, Mitsusada-Boylan abstaining)
• Scheduled special meeting for May 8, 2021 at 10 a.m. to focus on Memorial Day and Pride Month

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Fire and Police Pension Board of Trustees is meeting to review first-quarter investment reports and communications, approve invoices totaling $49,066.45, and discuss a liability insurance proposal from Travelers. The board will also consider minutes from the March 17 meeting and receive updates from the plan secretary, investment consultant, and legal counsel.

• Invoices totaling $49,066.45 for Q1 services from Ancora, Andco, City of Trenton, PGIM, Seizert, Loomis Sayles, and Travelers
• Travelers quote and proposal for liability insurance under old business
• Communications include Seizert Q1 report, Comerica statement, PGIM real estate summary, and PNC checks for class action suits
• FF union minutes confirming election of Essen Davis
• Next board meeting scheduled for May 19, 2021

The Trenton Fire & Police Pension Board approved a $1 million portfolio rebalance, moving $500,000 from Seizert Mid Cap and $500,000 from Ancora into the cash account. The board also approved payment of $49,066.45 in Q1 invoices and discussed fiduciary liability insurance renewal, noting the funding ratio is 82%, above the new 80% requirement. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of March 17, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $1M portfolio rebalance to cash: $500K from Seizert Mid Cap, $500K from Ancora (unanimous)
• Approved $49,066.45 in Q1 invoices for payment (unanimous)
• Received and filed communications and OMA legislative report (unanimous)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting, with public participation via phone/Zoom. The agenda includes resolutions on real property tax exemption procedures and obsolete property rehabilitation incentives, placing delinquent accounts on the 2021 tax roll, and approving disbursements of $1,136,665.90. Also scheduled are presentations, a proclamation, and a court technology payment.

• Resolution for procedures to grant and remove real property tax exemptions
• Resolution to adopt tax incentive guidelines for Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act P.A. 146 of 2000
• Delinquent accounts to be placed on the 2021 City Tax Roll
• Authorized disbursements of $1,136,665.90
• 33rd District Court: fines, costs, fees for March 2021 and technology quarterly payment

The Trenton City Council approved three professional services agreements with Fishbeck Engineering for sewer and water infrastructure projects, totaling up to $312,000, plus a $1,567 payment to The Senior Alliance. The council also designated City Engineer Dennis J. Chegash as the Street Administrator and approved disbursements and financial reports. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1,567 payment to The Senior Alliance for FY 2021 Match (unanimous)
• Approved $66,000 contract with Fishbeck Engineering for Helen Street Sewer Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $148,000 contract with Fishbeck Engineering for 2020 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation CIPP Program (unanimous)
• Approved $98,000 contract with Fishbeck Engineering for Water Main Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-10 designating City Engineer Dennis J. Chegash as Street Administrator (unanimous)
• Approved disbursements of $376,882.87 and ACH transactions of $712,346.72 (unanimous)
• Approved financial summary and department reports for March 2021 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission is holding a public hearing via Zoom to consider a site plan approval for a pet grooming business at 1803 S. Trenton Dr. in the B-3 General Business District. The commission will also discuss the annual report to City Council and receive updates from the planning consultant and building official.

• Public hearing on site plan approval for pet grooming at 1803 S. Trenton Dr. (B-3 General Business District)
• Discussion of Annual Report to City Council with Leah DuMouchel (last report covered FY 2018-2019)
• Approval of minutes from 1/27/2021 Zoom meeting
• March 2021 Monthly Planning Report from consultant Leah DuMouchel
• Building Official update by Virgil Maiani

The Trenton Planning Commission unanimously approved a site plan for a pet grooming business at 1803 S. Trenton Dr., subject to Building Department approval. The commission also voted to have Planning Consultant Leah DuMouchel prepare the Annual Report to City Council, and approved the monthly consultant report. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved site plan for pet grooming at 1803 S. Trenton Dr., subject to Building Department approval (unanimous)
• Approved having Planning Consultant Leah DuMouchel prepare the Annual Report to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved the Monthly Report of the Planning Consultant and placed it on file (unanimous)
• Approved the agenda for 4/14/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the 1/27/2021 PC Zoom meeting (unanimous)
• Excused Commissioners Frost, Earl, and Warner (unanimous)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 12, 2021, with public participation via phone/Zoom. Key items include a presentation of the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget by the City Controller, a verbal update from the Economic Development Consultant, and several property and infrastructure items. The meeting also includes routine approvals, disbursements, and reports.

• City Controller: Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Proposed Budget
• Petition to Combine Property, Lots 286, 287 and parts of 288 and 289, N side of St. Joseph, Mario Ferrante
• City Hall Front Entrance Upgrade
• Request Extension of Concrete Replacement Program
• Authorized Disbursements, April 5, 2021 ($210,087.55)

The Trenton City Council received and filed the Mayor's Proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget and scheduled a public hearing for May 17, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. The council also approved several contracts and purchases, including extending the concrete replacement program, authorizing an emergency WWTP repair, and purchasing a new truck. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Received FY 2021-2022 proposed budget, set public hearing May 17 (unanimous)
• Approved Cultural Commission and Historical Commission appointments (5-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved property combination for Mario Ferrante, Lots 286-289 (unanimous)
• Authorized City Hall front entrance upgrade plans, $15,700 budget (unanimous)
• Extended 2020 concrete program contract to Dec 31, 2021, waived bidding (unanimous)
• Authorized $10,820.50 emergency WWTP blower repair (unanimous)
• Extended lawn mowing contracts to 3 vendors, new contract to Turf Concepts (5-0, Benedetti abstained)
• Approved $36,599 purchase of F-150 4x4 truck (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals & Adjustments

The Trenton Zoning Board of Appeals & Adjustments is holding a public hearing and regular meeting. The main item is a variance request for a property at 3499 Benson, where the applicant proposes a 6-foot privacy fence that would violate the required 25-foot setback. The board will also approve minutes and the agenda, and take public comments.

• Public hearing on Case No. 1827 for 3499 Benson: variance for 6-foot fence, 15 feet from side property line (10-foot setback instead of required 25 feet)
• Approval of minutes from March 25, 2021 meeting
• Approval of agenda for April 8, 2021 meeting
• Public comment periods

The Trenton Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing and approved Case No. 1827, granting a variance to allow a 6-foot privacy fence 15 feet from the side property line at 3499 Benson Street, reducing the required 25-foot exterior side yard setback to 10 feet. The vote was 5-0 in favor, with two commissioners absent. All other agenda items were procedural and approved unanimously.

• Approved variance for 10-foot side yard setback at 3499 Benson St (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 25, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
• Excused absences of Commissioners Warner and Stewart (unanimous)

City Council

This special council meeting is focused on administrative updates. The Mayor proposed rescheduling the regular April 5, 2021, meeting to April 12, 2021, and the City Controller will present authorized disbursements.

• Rescheduling of the April 5, 2021, regular meeting to April 12, 2021
• Presentation of April 5, 2021, authorized disbursements

The City Council held a special meeting via Zoom and made two decisions. It unanimously approved rescheduling the regular meeting from April 5, 2021 to April 12, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. It also unanimously authorized the City Controller to pay disbursements on April 5, 2021. Councilman LeFevre was excused from the meeting.

• Approved rescheduling the regular meeting of April 5, 2021 to April 12, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.
• Authorized the City Controller to pay disbursements on April 5, 2021.
• Excused the absence of Councilman William LeFevre.

Zoning Board of Appeals & Adjustments

The Zoning Board held a public hearing and regular meeting on March 25, 2021. The board approved Case No. 1826, granting a 5.18% lot coverage variance for a proposed addition at 3332 Riverside Dr., which is in an RM-1 Multiple Family Residential district. The variance was approved unanimously by a roll call vote of five yes votes. The board also approved the minutes of the February 25, 2021 meeting and the agenda as written.

• Approved the minutes of the February 25, 2021 meeting unanimously.
• Approved the agenda as written unanimously.
• Closed the public hearing for Case No. 1826 unanimously.
• Approved Case No. 1826, a 5.18% lot coverage variance for 3332 Riverside Dr., by a 5-0 roll call vote.
• Excused the absence of Commissioner Gorno unanimously.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:06pm unanimously.

Planning Commission

The Zoning Board is conducting a public hearing for a tabled case regarding an application to construct a house addition. The applicant seeks a variance because the proposed structures would result in 30.18% lot coverage, exceeding the 25% limit.

• Public Hearing (TABLED): Case No. 1826 – 3332 Riverside Dr. regarding a 5.18% lot coverage variance
• Election of Officers for year 2021

The Zoning Board held a public hearing and approved Case No. 1826 for 3332 Riverside Dr. The applicant proposed an addition that would bring total lot coverage to 30.18%, exceeding the 25% maximum allowed in the RM-1 district, requiring a 5.18% variance. The variance was approved unanimously by a roll call vote of five yes votes. The board also approved the February 25, 2021 minutes and the meeting agenda.

• Approved the requested 5.18% lot coverage variance for Case No. 1826 at 3332 Riverside Dr. by a unanimous roll call vote of 5 yes.
• Closed the public hearing for Case No. 1826 after the notice was read into the record.
• Approved the minutes of the February 25, 2021 meeting unanimously.
• Approved the meeting agenda as written unanimously.
• Excused the absence of Commissioner Gorno unanimously.

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Trenton Fire & Police Pension Board approved a portfolio rebalance transferring $200,000 from Seizert Mid Cap and $200,000 from Global Equity to cash, approved a $516 extension of fiduciary liability coverage to May 24, 2021, and approved Timothy Fox's retirement pension of $4,574.30 plus accumulated contributions of $128,793.79. The board also approved the February 17, 2021 minutes, filed communications from Comerica and Loomis Sayles, and approved Comerica fees of $2,791.19. All votes were unanimous among members present.

• Approved portfolio rebalance transferring $200,000 from Seizert Mid Cap and $200,000 from Global Equity to cash (unanimous)
• Approved $516 extension of fiduciary liability policy to 5/24/21 (unanimous)
• Approved Timothy Fox's pension of $4,574.30 and accumulated contributions payout of $128,793.79 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 17, 2021 meeting as written (unanimous)
• Approved filing of Comerica statement and Loomis Sayles summary (unanimous)
• Approved Comerica fees of $2,791.19 for Q4 2020 (unanimous)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting, covering routine items like minutes approval, disbursements, and reports. Key business includes a resolution to approve a liquor license application for Downtown Beauty Bar, a budget amendment review, and appointments to the Library Advisory Board. Public comment is available via phone/Zoom.

• Resolution 2021-8: Approval of liquor license application for Downtown Beauty Bar
• Budget Amendment as of 2-28-2021 for Fiscal Year Ending 6-30-2021
• Authorized Disbursements, March 15, 2021 ($277,743.37)
• Authorized ACH Transactions, February 2021 ($6,061,616.75)
• Appointment to Library Advisory Board

The Trenton City Council approved a resolution supporting a Class C liquor license for Downtown Beauty Bar at 2620 W Jefferson, and approved routine items including budget amendments, disbursements, and payments. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved liquor license application for Downtown Beauty Bar (unanimous)
• Approved $8,000 payment to The Guidance Center (unanimous)
• Approved $7,620 MML membership dues (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments as of Feb 28, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved disbursements of $277,743.37 (unanimous)
• Approved ACH transactions of $6,061,616.75 (unanimous)
• Approved financial and commission reports (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is meeting to discuss routine business including financial and secretary reports, old business on outdoor and indoor maintenance improvements, collection policy updates, and loan forms. New business includes a quilt report and an education opportunity, with community awareness items and exhibit planning also on the agenda.

• DPW report on bike rack and sidewalk
• Carriage house light switch and back porch light sensor repairs
• Phone service, electrician, display cabinets, security cameras
• Proposed exhibit floor plan
• Collection policy updates and loan forms

The Trenton Historical Commission approved a new sign design made of aluminum/plastic composite and the associated expenditure, with purchase order #3127. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 8, 2021 meeting. Other items were discussed, including bike rack and sidewalk coordination with engineering, a small display cabinet purchase, and security camera research, but no final decisions were made on those topics.

• Approved the minutes of the February 8, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the new sign design (aluminum/plastic composite) and expenditure, with purchase order #3127.

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several community events, including the spring garage sale, and to plan for the Easter egg hunt, shred event, and Memorial Day parade. The agenda includes updates on venue and police coordination for the Easter egg hunt, a request for $600 from the Trenton Rotary Club for the shred event, and research into whether surrounding cities will hold parades.

• Easter egg hunt: Westfield Center unavailable; awaiting Trenton PD response; library parking lot discussed
• Spring garage sale: approval needed for event
• Shred event: Trenton Rotary Club asked for $600 and help
• Memorial Day parade: researching other cities; contacting VFW and American Legion about downsized event

The Civic Commission approved road closures for the Easter and Memorial Day parades. They also discussed plans for the Easter Bunny drive-by event and the Memorial Day ceremony, but no formal decisions were made on those items. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

• Approved road closures for Easter and Memorial Day parades
• Approved the agenda
• Approved the minutes from February 1, 2021

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting, with public comment via phone/Zoom. Key items include a bid opening for lease space at Kennedy Recreation Center, a redevelopment liquor license for Rivertown Saloon, and a property sale. The meeting also includes routine reports and disbursements.

• RFP for lease space at Kennedy Recreation Center
• Redevelopment liquor license for LR Enterprises/Rivertown Saloon, 2960 West Jefferson
• Sale of property Lot #247 Kirby-Sorge-Felske Co. Sibley Park Sub
• Authorized disbursements of $281,802.85
• Closed session requested by Councilman Benedetti

The Trenton City Council approved a redevelopment liquor license for LR Enterprises, LLC (Rivertown Saloon) at 2960 West Jefferson, and authorized entering a memorandum of understanding with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation for the Redevelopment Ready Communities 2.0 program. The council also approved the sale of a city-owned vacant lot on Cleveland Avenue for $1,800, scheduled a study session on medical marijuana, and approved disbursements of $281,802.85.

• Approved redevelopment liquor license for Rivertown Saloon, 2960 W Jefferson (unanimous)
• Authorized MOU with MEDC for Redevelopment Ready Communities 2.0 program (unanimous)
• Approved sale of city-owned lot #247 on Cleveland Ave for $1,800 (unanimous)
• Scheduled study session on medical marijuana for March 22, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $281,802.85 in disbursements (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Rzeppa as delegate, Creech as alternate to DCC (4-0, Rzeppa abstained)
• Scheduled closed session on property acquisition for March 29, 2021 (unanimous)
• Granted Friends of the Detroit River use of Rotary Park for cleanup April 24, 2021 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals & Adjustments

The Trenton Zoning Board of Appeals & Adjustments will hold a public hearing and regular meeting. The main item is a request for a 3.33% lot coverage variance at 3332 Riverside Dr. to allow an addition, exceeding the 25% maximum for the RM-1 district. The board will also approve minutes, elect officers for 2021, and take public comments.

• Public hearing on Case No. 1826: 3332 Riverside Dr., variance for 3.33% lot coverage (proposed total 28.33%)
• Approval of minutes from July 16, 2020 meeting
• Election of officers for 2021
• Public comment period (3-minute limit per speaker)

The Zoning Board held a public hearing for a proposed addition at 3332 Riverside Dr., which required a 3.33% lot coverage variance. During discussion, a discrepancy was found in the proposed lot coverage of a large shed, so the board tabled the hearing. A new hearing will be scheduled with the correct legal description, possibly on March 25, 2021. The board also approved the minutes of July 16, 2020, and the agenda as written.

• Approved the minutes of July 16, 2020, unanimously.
• Approved the agenda as written, unanimously.
• Closed the public hearing for Case No. 1826, then reopened it after a discrepancy was found.
• Tabled the public hearing for Case No. 1826 due to the lot coverage discrepancy.
• Closed the public hearing after tabling the case.
• Excused the absences of Commissioners Gorno and Warner, unanimously.

Planning Commission

The Trenton Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on February 25, 2021. The main item is a request for a lot coverage variance at 3332 Riverside Dr., where the proposed addition would bring total lot coverage to 28.33%, exceeding the 25% maximum allowed in the RM-1 district. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes, hear public comments, and elect officers for 2021.

• Public hearing on Case No. 1826: variance request for 3332 Riverside Dr. (3.33% over the 25% lot coverage limit)
• Approval of minutes from July 16, 2020 public hearing and regular meeting
• Election of officers for year 2021
• Public comment period with 3-minute speaking limit per person

The Zoning Board held a public hearing for a 3.33% lot coverage variance at 3332 Riverside Dr., but discovered a discrepancy in the proposed lot coverage of a large shed. The board voted to table the hearing and reschedule it for March 25, 2021, with the correct legal description. No decision was made on the variance request.

• Excused the absences of Commissioners Warner and Gorno unanimously.
• Approved the minutes of July 16, 2020, unanimously.
• Approved the agenda as written, unanimously.
• Closed the public hearing for Case No. 1826, then reopened it after a discrepancy was found.
• Tabled the public hearing for Case No. 1826, to be rescheduled with the correct legal description.
• Closed the public hearing again after tabling.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:26pm.

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Fire and Police Pension Board is meeting to review the Q4 2020 investment performance report, consider a recommended rebalance, and discuss an updated draft of the Investment Policy Statement. The board will also approve minutes, review communications from Comerica and Seizert, and consider a $4,319.70 invoice from VanOverbeke Michaud Timmony for Q4 services.

• Q4 2020 Performance Report from investment consultant Brian Green
• Recommended Rebalance of investments
• Updated Investment Policy Statement Draft
• Invoice from VanOverbeke Michaud Timmony for Q4: $4,319.70
• Comerica statement for 12-31-20 and 11-30-20

The Trenton Fire & Police Pension Board approved a $500,000 portfolio rebalance, adopted an updated Investment Policy Statement, and extended agreements with the City and legal counsel. All decisions were unanimous among the three members present.

• Approved minutes of 01/20/21 meeting (unanimous)
• Received and filed Comerica statements and Seizert vote summary (unanimous)
• Received Q4 2020 performance report and posted to website (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 rebalance: $250K from Ancora Small Cap and $250K from Fidelity Extended Market to Loomis Sayles Core Plus (unanimous)
• Approved updated Investment Policy Statement as presented (unanimous)
• Extended administrative services agreement with City of Trenton (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $4,319.70 to VanOverbeke Michaud Timmony (unanimous)
• Extended legal services agreement with VanOverbeke Michaud Timmony (unanimous)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss a grant application for the Affholter Park Project. The agenda includes public comment, allowing residents to speak to the Mayor and Council about the proposal.

• Public hearing on Affholter Park Project Grant Application
• Public comment period for residents

The Trenton City Council convened a public hearing on February 16, 2021, but no members of the public offered comments. The council excused Councilwoman Baun-Crooks' absence unanimously and adjourned without taking any substantive action.

• Excused Councilwoman Baun-Crooks' absence (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing at 6:55 p.m.

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including second readings of ordinances to repeal the Director of Police & Fire Services and the City Engineer positions, a liquor license request for Downtown Beauty Bar, a grant application for Affholter Park, and two wastewater treatment plant equipment purchases. The meeting also includes appointments, a tax hardship exemption amendment, and approval of disbursements totaling over $5 million.

• Ordinance 804: Repeal Director of Police & Fire Services/Duties (2nd Reading)
• Ordinance 805: Repeal City Engineer to perform duties of Director of Public Services/Duties (2nd Reading)
• Downtown Beauty Bar: DDA Liquor License Request
• Affholter Park Project Grant Application Resolution of Support
• Authorized Disbursements: $680,035.31; ACH Transactions: $4,546,754.87

The Trenton City Council approved two ordinances (804 and 805) repealing the Director of Police and Fire Services position and reassigning duties to the Police and Fire Chiefs, and repealing the City Engineer's role as Director of Public Services. The council also approved grant applications for Affholter Park improvements, amended tax hardship exemption guidelines, and authorized equipment purchases for the wastewater plant.

• Approved Ordinance 804, repealing Director of Police & Fire Services, duties to Police/Fire Chiefs (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 805, repealing City Engineer as Director of Public Services, duties to DPS Director (unanimous)
• Approved Affholter Park grant applications up to $150,000 (Recreation Passport) and $300,000 (Trust Fund) with local match (unanimous)
• Approved amended 2021 Real Property Tax Hardship Exemption Guidelines incorporating PA 253, 25% taxable value reduction (unanimous)
• Approved $7,125 purchase of drive roller from Andritz, bid waived (unanimous)
• Approved $6,075 purchase of Val-Matic check valve from Hamlett Environmental (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Stan Gruzdaitis to Board of Review through 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $680,035.31 disbursements and $4,546,754.87 ACH transactions (unanimous)

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission met and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. They discussed and planned several upcoming community events, including an Easter Egg Hunt on April 3rd, an Earth Day Shred/Garage Sale on May 8th, and a small ceremony for Memorial Day. No new business or public comment was presented.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from January 4, 2021 (motion carried)
• Scheduled Easter Egg Hunt for April 3, 10-11 AM at Westfield Drive Through
• Confirmed Earth Day Shred/Garage Sale for May 8, 2021, with shred contract signed
• Planned small Memorial Day ceremony in place of parade

City Council

The Trenton City Council approved the first readings of Ordinances 804 and 805, which repeal the Director of Police and Fire Services and the City Engineer's duties as Director of Public Services, reassigning those duties to the Police Chief, Fire Chief, and Department of Public Services Director. The council also approved the 2021 Memorial Day and Christmas Parade road closures, reappointed two commission members, and approved a $38,500 water system risk assessment contract. All votes were unanimous except the mayor's abstention on the reappointments.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 804 repealing Director of Police and Fire Services (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 805 repealing City Engineer's Director of Public Services duties (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Memorial Day Parade road closure for May 29 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Christmas Parade road closure for December 4 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Joseph Oaks to Civic Commission and Katherine Mans to DDA (5-0, mayor abstained)
• Approved $38,500 water system risk assessment with Fishbeck Engineers (unanimous)
• Approved $2,422 SEMCOG membership dues (unanimous)
• Approved $217,426.06 in disbursements (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission approved a revised site plan for RV/boat storage at 5474 W. Jefferson, contingent on details to be provided to the Building Official. They also granted a six-month extension for the expired site plan approval at 3360 W. Jefferson (The Quad), moving the deadline from February 1 to July 31, 2021. Officers were retained for 2021, and the meeting included updates from the city council liaison and building official.

• Approved Site Plan #19-002 for RV/boat storage at 5474 W. Jefferson, contingent on details (unanimous)
• Extended site plan approval for 3360 W. Jefferson (The Quad) from 2/1/2021 to 7/31/2021 (unanimous)
• Retained same slate of officers for 2021: Aaron Castle (Chairman), Chuck Earl (Vice Chairman), Jennifer Blackledge (Secretary) (unanimous, officers abstained)
• Approved minutes from 10/28/2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for 1/27/2021 (unanimous)
• Excused absent commissioners Boggs, Ferrante, and Warner (unanimous)
• Received and filed extension request letter from The Quad (unanimous)

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Trenton Fire and Police Pension Board will review Q4 2020 investment performance and a recommended rebalance/liquidity plan, along with a legislative update. The board will also consider approving $41,075.14 in Q4 invoices to investment managers and other service providers, and discuss old and new business items including service provider letters and fiduciary liability coverage renewal.

• Q4 2020 performance update and recommended rebalance/liquidity plan
• Invoices totaling $41,075.14, including Ancora ($6,674.92), Seizert ($7,336.00), Trenton ($3,000.00), Gabriel Roeder Smith ($12,200.00), and Loomis Sayles ($11,864.22)
• Legislative update from legal counsel
• Letters to service providers (old business)
• Travelers fiduciary liability coverage renewal and 2021 meeting schedule (new business)

The Trenton Fire & Police Pension Board approved moving $1,000,000 from the Fidelity S&P index fund to cash to cover pension obligations through April, and approved $41,075.14 in Q4 fees to various service providers. The board also approved the 2021 meeting schedule and directed legal counsel to send service review letters to three providers. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved redemption of $1,000,000 from Fidelity S&P index fund to cash (all present)
• Approved payment of $41,075.14 in Q4 fees to Ancora, Seizert, City of Trenton, Gabriel Roeder Smith, and Loomis Sayles (all present)
• Approved 2021 meeting schedule and directed posting to website (all present)
• Directed legal counsel to send service review letters to Daly Merritt Insurance Co., City of Trenton, and VanOverbeke, Michaud and Timmony (all present)
• Approved minutes of October 21 and November 18, 2020 meetings (all present)
• Received and filed communications from Seizert and Marathon Distressed Debt ERISA (all present)
• Received and filed updated contact sheet (all present)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is meeting to consider several administrative items, including a budget amendment for the current fiscal year, a request to purchase trash carts, and a police liaison agreement with the Trenton Public School District. The council will also review a proposed RFP for lease space at the Kennedy Recreation Center and an addendum to the city's MERS retirement plans. The meeting includes approval of disbursements totaling over $2 million and a closed session item.

• Budget Amendment as of 12-31-2020 for Fiscal Year Ending 6-30-2021
• Request to Purchase Trash Carts
• Police Liaison Agreement with Trenton Public School District
• RFP for Lease Space at Kennedy Recreation Center
• Authorized Disbursements: $821,484.04; ACH Transactions: $1,266,773.94

The Trenton City Council approved several routine items, including the purchase of 427 trash carts for $25,228.25, a school resource officer agreement with Trenton Public Schools through June 2023, and continued participation in the Wayne County CDBG program. All votes were unanimous. The council also authorized a closed session for litigation, contract negotiations, and property acquisition.

• Approved $25,228.25 purchase of 427 trash carts (unanimous)
• Authorized school resource officer agreement with Trenton Public Schools through June 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved continued participation in Wayne County CDBG Urban County Program for 2021-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Wayne County 2021 annual permits (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments as of Dec. 31, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved MERS Defined Benefit and Contribution Plan addenda (unanimous)
• Approved disbursements of $821,484.04 and ACH transactions of $1,266,773.94 (unanimous)
• Held closed session for litigation, contract negotiations, and property acquisition (5-0)

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is meeting to discuss reopening plans, including a goal date, summer yard usage, proposed exhibits, and security measures. They will also review a collection policy plan and address old business items like phone service, display cabinets, and a logo design for the Moore House sign.

• Reopen goal date discussion
• Program for yard usage June 1-August 31
• Proposed permanent and temporary exhibits
• Security measures: cameras, lighting, Covid precautions
• Review collection policy plan

The Trenton Historical Commission set a target reopening date of August 15, 2021, and discussed plans for yard programming, proposed exhibits, security measures, and a collection policy review. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only motion was to approve prior meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of Nov. 9 and Dec. 14, 2020 (motion carried)
• Set reopening goal date of Aug. 15, 2021 (discussed)
• Discussed yard usage program for June 1–Aug. 31 (no action)
• Discussed proposed exhibits, permanent and temporary (no action)
• Requested cameras, hand sanitizer, and wipes for security and COVID precautions (no formal vote)
• Scheduled collection policy review for March 8, 2021 (no action)

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and discussing upcoming community events. New business covers planning for the Easter egg hunt, spring garage sale, and a shredding event, with no major policy decisions or financial contracts on the agenda.

• Easter egg hunt: coordinate leftover goodie bags with Laurie Milley, find volunteer, order supplies
• Spring garage sale: advertising in The News-Herald and signs
• Shred event scheduled for Saturday, May 8
• No update from Trenton Police or Fire on Officer/Firefighter of the Year trophies

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including a second reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 18 on dangerous buildings and demolition, approval of an extension of audit services with Plante & Moran, and discussion of the FY 2022 budget timeline. The meeting also includes a report on court fines and fees, approval of disbursements totaling $895,776.50, and public comment periods.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 18, Dangerous Buildings and Demolition (2nd reading)
• Extension of audit services with Plante & Moran, PLLC
• FY 2022 Budget Timeline presented by City Controller
• 33rd District Court fines, costs, fees for October and November 2020
• Authorized disbursements of $895,776.50