Trenton public meetings in 2023

Historical Commission

The commission is reviewing various outdoor and indoor maintenance tasks. The meeting includes discussions on collection status, upcoming activity reports, and planning for 2024 programming.

• Front door repair
• Carriage shed work report
• Yearly budget request list
• Programming 2024

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 18, 2023, covering a range of administrative and financial items. Key actions include receiving the annual audit report, considering budget amendments, and discussing property tax hardship exemptions. The council will also address a property division petition, a right-of-way permit extension, and several public works and wastewater projects.

• Plante & Moran audit report presentation
• Budget amendments for FYE June 30, 2024
• 2024 Real Property Tax Hardship Exemption Guidelines under Public Act 253
• Petition to divide property at 2250 Vreeland Road
• Authorized disbursements of $963,895.04

Cultural Commission

The Trenton Cultural Commission is meeting to discuss several items, including a proposed by-law change, the Compassion Club, the MLK Jr. Walk, and a commission vacancy. They will also review consent items, accounts, and subcommittee updates. The meeting includes public comment and is largely routine, with some items for immediate discussion.

• Proposed by-law change (Dec. 2023)
• MLK, Jr. Walk discussion
• Commission vacancy (1) with application
• Trees purchased last year - 'A Hopes for Humanity Holiday'
• Upcoming events: Every Brilliant Thing (1/19-2/11), Disney's Freaky Friday (1/26-28, 2/2-4)

Downtown Development Authority

The Trenton Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular meeting to review minutes, receive updates on the Art Festival and branding committee, and discuss new business including temporary signage for a bridge closure, financials, and a sponsorship request for Winterfest from All About Grace.

• Bridge closure temporary signage discussion
• Financials review
• Sponsorship request from Ashley Young (All About Grace) for Winterfest
• Art Festival update by Michelle Tanguay
• Branding Committee update from November 21, 2023 meeting

Traffic Safety Commission

This is a routine meeting with no substantive items listed. The agenda covers roll call, approval of minutes, communications, public comment, old and new business, and adjournment, but no specific topics, proposals, or decisions are identified.

• No specific items listed under Communications, Public Comment, Old Business, or New Business

Election Commission

The Trenton Election Commission is meeting to approve minutes from October 9, 2023, and to consider consolidating precincts. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2023
• Approval of consolidating precincts

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 4, 2023, with several action items including a bid opening for the Kennedy Recreation Center compressor and chiller replacement, a proposed 10-month natural gas distribution contract with Constellation, and a 2024 court budget for the 33rd District Court. The council will also consider appointments, resignations, property division/combination petitions, and various contracts and reports.

• Bid opening: Trenton Kennedy Recreation Center Compressor and Chiller System Replacement (Project #KRC-002)
• Request to enter into 10-month contract with Constellation as natural gas distributor
• 33rd District Court: 2024 Court Budget
• Petition to divide parcel at 3001 Marian Dr. and combine parcels at 4005 Ponderosa and 2601 Vreeland Rd.
• Authorized disbursements: $1,120,725.30

Cultural Commission

The Trenton Cultural Commission is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, discussing a tree purchase from last year, filling a commission vacancy, and changing the council liaison. They will also review subcommittee updates and consider upcoming events and observances for December and January.

• Discussion of trees purchased for 'A Hopes for Humanity Holiday'
• Commission vacancy (1) with application
• Change in council liaison
• Subcommittee updates: Monguagon Memorial Park, Pride, Culture of Compassion, Hopes for Humanity
• Upcoming events: Every Brilliant Thing (1/19-2/11), Frosty Follies (12/15-17), The Music Man (11/17-19), Jingle Bell Jukebox (12/7-10), Disney's Freaky Friday (1/26-28, 2/2-4)

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Fire and Police Pension Board of Trustees will meet to review quarterly investment performance, discuss fixed income allocation and cash flow, and consider invoices totaling $1,429.60. They will also address a FOIA request, old business on the member handbook, and new business including the 2024 meeting schedule and fiduciary liability insurance.

• Q3 2023 Performance Report and Fixed Income Allocation Review
• Invoices: VanOverbeke Michaud & Timmony $924.60, NCPERS renewal $305.00, MAPERS 2024 $200.00
• FOIA request discussion
• 2024 Meeting Schedule and Fiduciary Liability Insurance
• Actuarial valuation review with Larry Langer

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is meeting to review routine reports and discuss old and new business. Old business covers building maintenance, collection status, and activities like a flag folding event. New business includes school connections, a holiday luncheon, and 2024 programming. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Front door repair, yard light, and yard cleanup for outdoor maintenance
• Carriage shed work report, security update, and additional hall lighting
• Donations received, storage status, and exhibit status for the collection
• Flag folding event: place, date, and invitees to be discussed
• Holiday luncheon date and place to be determined

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting, which includes an inauguration ceremony for elected officials and appointments to city positions. The council will also approve authorized disbursements totaling $1,032,043.55 and receive reports on finances and police activity. Most agenda items are routine, with no public hearings or major policy decisions listed.

• Inauguration of Mayor Steven J. Rzeppa, Council members, and other officials
• Appointment of City Attorney, department heads, and deputies
• Authorized disbursements of $1,032,043.55
• Financial summary and investment report for October 2023
• Police Department monthly report for October 2023

Downtown Development Authority

The Trenton Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular meeting to discuss updates on the Art Festival, branding committee, and the Elm and Jefferson parking lot. New business includes a request for tree lighting, financials, a four-year fiscal budget, the City of Trenton Gathering Plan Project, and shared professional services. The meeting is primarily for discussion and updates, with no final decisions listed on the agenda.

• Elm and Jefferson Parking Lot update
• Request for tree lighting from Civic Commission
• Four-Year Fiscal Budget review
• City of Trenton Gathering Plan Project
• Shared Professional Services (DDA Director / City Special Projects)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on November 6, 2023, with a full agenda of administrative and financial items. They will consider approving $1,555,036.64 in disbursements, several contracts (including insurance and mailing system leases), budget amendments, and various departmental requests. The meeting also includes public comment periods and several proclamations and presentations.

• Authorized Disbursements, November 6, 2023 ($1,555,036.64)
• Insurance Renewal with MML (City Administrator)
• Pitney Bowes SendPro C Auto Mailing System Lease (City Controller)
• Budget Amendments for FY Ending June 30, 2024
• Purchase of Radar Units (Police Chief)

Civic Commission

The Civic Commission is planning upcoming holiday events, including the Christmas parade and an annual awards banquet. Discussion includes parade logistics, sponsorships, and the nomination process for awards.

• DTE sponsorship of $500 received for Christmas parade
• Planning for Christmas parade road closures with Chief Hawkins
• Discussion of new nomination form for Annual Awards Banquet
• Recap of Pumpkin Festival event

Traffic Safety Commission

This is a routine, procedural agenda with no substantive items listed. The commission will handle roll call, approve minutes, and adjourn; no decisions or discussions are specified.

• Approve minutes from 10/04/2023
• Next meeting scheduled for December 6, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.

City Beautiful Commission

The City Beautiful Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda contains only standard procedural items such as the pledge, roll call, approval of minutes, treasurer's report, public comment, and reports; no specific business items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from October 4, 2023
• Treasurer's report
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for January 10, 2024

Cultural Commission

The Trenton Cultural Commission is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, accepting a resignation, and filling a commission vacancy. They will also discuss updates on Monguagon Memorial Park signage, a book sponsorship program, and upcoming holiday observances and local arts events.

• Approval of minutes from 08.26.23
• Resignation of J. Melton
• Commission vacancy (1) with application
• Monguagon Memorial Park signage update and inquiries
• Discussion of November/December observances and local theater productions

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Fire and Police Pension Board of Trustees is meeting to review investment performance and fund statements, discuss a member handbook, and approve invoices totaling $40,651.88 for consulting, city, and investment management services. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or new business listed.

• Approve invoices totaling $40,651.88, including $13,125.00 to AndCo Consulting for Q2 and Q3 2023
• Review Q3 performance update from investment consultant Brian Green
• Discuss member handbook with legal counsel Aaron Castle
• Review Loomis, Sayles summary for August 2023 and Comerica statements for May and June 2023

Health Care Fund Board (Public Act 149)

The Retiree Health Care Benefit Plan Trustees will meet to review the August 16, 2023, minutes and receive an investment report. The board will also consider paperwork regarding online account access for Amanda Tackett.

• Review of August 16, 2023, meeting minutes
• Investment Report presentation
• Online account access request for Amanda Tackett

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals, several purchase requests, and updates on shared 911 dispatch. Key items include a request to buy an aerial lift bucket truck, a recommendation for a duplex strainer, and an updated cost model for centralized emergency dispatch. The council will also review financial reports and consider scheduling a study session.

• Authorized disbursements of $1,034,382.72
• Request to purchase an Axion Aerial Lift Bucket Truck
• Updated cost model for shared centralized emergency 911 dispatch
• Recommendation to purchase a Keckley Duplex Strainer
• 33rd District Court: Application for Waiver and Plan, Retirement Health Benefit Systems

Downtown Development Authority

The Trenton Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, review financials, and receive updates on ongoing projects including the Art Festival, Branding Committee, Downtown Façade Program, and the Elm and Jefferson Parking Lot. Public comments will be heard.

• Approval of minutes from September 14 and September 28, 2023
• Review of financials
• Update on Art Festival
• Update on Downtown Façade Program Guidelines and Application
• Update on Elm and Jefferson Parking Lot

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes and financial reports, and to discuss old and new business items. Old business covers building maintenance (tree removal, door repair, lighting), collection status, and activity reports. New business includes December requests, elections, a logo, a flag folding event, and fundraising ideas.

• Tree removal near back fence
• Front door repair
• Carriage shed work report
• Security update
• Fundraising ideas

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including a second reading of Ordinance No. 817 to repeal a distance requirement between stations, and authorizing $2,892,911.29 in disbursements. The council will also consider purchasing two Ford F-250 trucks with plows, joining the Alliance of Downriver Watersheds, and approving an emergency sewer repair payment. Other items include an actuarial analysis of fire and police retirement benefits, a service contract for library computers, and a request to prepare an RFP for compressor and chiller systems at the Kennedy Recreation Center.

• Ordinance No. 817: Repeal Chapter 22, Section 22-84 (Distance Between Stations) - 2nd reading
• Authorized Disbursements: $2,892,911.29
• Request to Purchase 2 Ford F-250 Pick-up Trucks with Plows
• Request to join Alliance of Downriver Watersheds (ADW)
• Emergency sewer repair invoice payment authorization

Election Commission

The Trenton Election Commission is meeting to approve the November 7, 2023 election worker schedule, schedule a public accuracy test for voting equipment, and approve an early voting plan starting in 2024. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a prior meeting.

• Schedule Public Accuracy Test for Thursday, October 26, 2022, at 12:00 p.m.
• Approval of November 7, 2023 Election Worker Schedule
• Approve Early Voting Plan beginning in 2024

Traffic Safety Commission

The Trenton Traffic Safety Commission is holding its regular October 2023 meeting. The agenda contains only standard procedural items—call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, communications, public comment, old and new business, and adjournment—with no specific topics, proposals, or decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from September 6, 2023
• Public comment period
• Old business and new business items (none specified)
• Next meeting scheduled for November 1, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission is meeting to handle routine approvals and plan upcoming community events. They will discuss the Pumpkin Festival, decide on dates for the 2024 garage sales, and organize the Christmas parade, including entertainment, food trucks, and decorations.

• Pumpkin Festival logistics: goody bags, pumpkins, paint, table covers, DPW work order, face painter, bounce house, Elliott's coffee truck, Chili Beans Ice Cream Truck
• Decide on 2024 garage sale dates and contact Joan Biedenback about donation trucks
• Christmas parade planning: live music, updated parade application from Parks and Rec, train, bounce house, face painting, trophies, food and drink trucks, colored lights for City Hall tree

Downtown Development Authority

The Trenton Downtown Development Authority is holding a special meeting to discuss a proposal by Michelle Tanguay for an art program, which includes an art festival, murals, and public art. The agenda includes old business, public comments, and setting the next meeting date. The attached budget outlines an estimated $200,000 in expenses for the program.

• Proposal for art program by Michelle Tanguay
• Art festival, mural, and public art budget totaling $200,000
• Artist fees ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 for murals
• Bike rack and installation at $10,000
• Event costs including signage, flyers, and website design

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several agenda items, including first reading of an ordinance to repeal the distance requirement between gas stations, a discussion on keeping chickens and fowl, and multiple equipment purchases. The meeting also includes proclamations, appointments, and a resignation.

• Ordinance No. 817, repeal of Chapter 22, Section 22-84 (distance between stations) - 1st reading
• City Administrator: Keeping of Chickens and Fowl discussion
• Request to purchase Bandit Tree Chipper
• Request to purchase Tink Bucket for Front End Loader
• Authorized disbursements: $8,374,455.44

Downtown Development Authority

The Trenton Downtown Development Authority will hear a presentation on a proposed $200,000 art festival and mural program, and will discuss updates to the Downtown Facade Program guidelines. The board will also consider a new art program proposal and receive updates on branding, the Elm and Jefferson parking lot, and Rotary Park.

• Proposal for $200,000 Trenton Art Festival with 10 art sites, 7 murals, and 3 public art pieces
• Updated Facade Grant Program: 50% match up to $50,000 per property
• Discussion of professional service agreement for facade design at 2704 West Jefferson (tabled from August)
• Branding committee update following recommendation of Redhead as consultant
• Public comments and approval of August 10, 2023 minutes

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is meeting to discuss routine business including minutes, financial reports, and communications. They will review old business on outdoor and indoor maintenance of the museum property, collection status, and activity reports, and consider new business on artifact acquisition tips. The meeting is primarily administrative and planning-focused.

• Tree removal at back fence
• Front door repair
• Carriage shed window and work report
• Museum opening preparations: advertising, handouts, staffing/docent training
• Artifact acquisitions tips

The Historical Commission approved the minutes from the August 14, 2023, meeting. The commission reviewed maintenance needs for the carriage shed and noted recent artifact donations. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections

Traffic Safety Commission

The Trenton Traffic Safety Commission is holding its regular September 6, 2023 meeting. The agenda contains only standard procedural items—call to order, roll call, minutes approval, communications, public comment, old and new business, and adjournment—with no specific topics, proposals, or decisions listed.

• No specific agenda items listed beyond standard procedures
• Next meeting scheduled for October 4, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting. The session included a police activity report and discussions regarding speed studies and crosswalk concerns, but no other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved minutes of June 7, 2023

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including a resolution supporting Wayne County's proposed design for the West Road Bridge replacement, a second reading of Ordinance No. 816 to amend the Downtown Development Authority, an updated MOU with the Wayne County Land Bank, and a request to purchase water meters. The council will also consider authorizing disbursements totaling $3,694,208.07 and may enter a closed session.

• Resolution supporting Wayne County's proposed design for West Road Bridge replacement
• Ordinance No. 816, amend DDA (2nd Reading)
• Updated MOU with Wayne County Land Bank
• Request to purchase water meters
• Authorized disbursements of $3,694,208.07

The City Council approved a resolution supporting Wayne County's design for the West Road Bridge to improve bicycle and pedestrian access. The council also authorized a land bank agreement for a plant demolition and approved a community event.

• Approved resolution supporting Wayne County's West Road Bridge design (unanimous)
• Approved request for Small Biz Buys.com to hold a Trunk or Treat at Kennedy Recreation Center on Oct 15, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved updated MOU with Wayne County Land Bank for demolition of Water Filtration Plant at 121 King Road with reimbursement up to $96,844.33 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the August 21, 2023 Regular Meeting (unanimous)

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission is meeting to approve minutes and discuss upcoming community events, including a garage sale, a shredding event, and the Pumpkin Festival. The agenda includes planning details for these events, such as advertising, supplies, and vendor confirmations. No new business is listed.

• Garage sale: post signs and schedule map sales
• Shred event: contact Rotary for volunteers and money
• Pumpkin Festival: advertising, pumpkins, paint supplies, tickets, Halloween bags
• Elliott's Coffee Truck confirmed for Pumpkin Festival
• Chili Beans Ice Cream confirmed for Pumpkin Festival

The Commission reviewed preparations for the October 7 Pumpkin Festival, including supplies and vendors. Logistics were also coordinated for a community garage sale and a shred day scheduled for September 16.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved August 7, 2023 minutes
• Scheduled Pumpkin Festival for October 7 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Scheduled Garage Sale for September 16 and 17
• Scheduled Shred Day for September 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Cultural Commission

The Trenton Cultural Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss changing the September meeting date due to the Trenton Invitational, and plan fall activities including Hispanic Heritage Month, Scarecrow Festival, and Halloween Walk. They will also review subcommittee updates and local arts events.

• Approval of minutes from 07.22.23
• Discussion of meeting date change to September 16 or 30 (avoiding 09.23.23 Trenton Invitational)
• Fall 2023 events: Hispanic Heritage Month, Scarecrow Festival, Halloween Walk, Native American Heritage Month
• Subcommittee updates: Monguagon Memorial Park, Rainbow People, Culture of Compassion, Global Wellness, Hopes for Humanity
• Local arts: Open Book Theatre's 'Grand Concourse' (09/15-10/08), DYPAC's 'Oliver' (11/3-5, 11/10-11), DAG/2SPAC's 'Finding Nemo Jr.' and 'Elvis and Friends'

The Cultural Commission approved spending up to $300 to sponsor books for a proposed Library Storywalk. The commission also rescheduled its next meeting to September 30.

• Approved spending up to $300 to sponsor between one and twelve books for the proposed Library Storywalk
• Moved next meeting date to September 30
• Approved minutes from 07.22.23

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider new business, including a proposal to construct a 3,900 sq. ft. building for a landscaping business at 2610 Vreeland, with office, storage, and equipment/vehicle repair, plus outdoor storage. The commission will also discuss an animal ordinance. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes and reports.

• Public hearing: 2610 Vreeland - new 3,900 sq. ft. building for landscaping business with office, storage, and repair, plus outdoor storage
• New business: Animal ordinance discussion
• Approval of minutes from 7/26/2023 regular meeting
• Planning Consultant's August 2023 Monthly Report

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for a new landscaping business building at 2610 Vreeland. Additionally, the commission voted to recommend that City Council not adopt animal ordinance 14.6.

• Approved site plan for 3,900 sq. ft. landscaping building at 2610 Vreeland (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council not adopt animal ordinance 14.6 (7-0)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including a first reading of an ordinance to amend the Downtown Development Authority, a branding and marketing presentation, and requests for special events. The council will also consider a lease agreement for the Playmaker Pro Shop, a subscription renewal for the assessor's office, and authorize over $1.6 million in disbursements. A resolution proposing a charter amendment is set to be rescinded.

• Ordinance No. 816 to amend DDA (1st reading)
• Playmaker Pro Shop Lease Agreement
• Nearmap Annual Subscription Renewal
• Authorized Disbursements: $1,665,133.61
• Lobstoberfest/Fall Bash and Ashby Street Block Party requests

The City Council approved a $28,000 branding agreement for the Downtown Development Authority and authorized road closures for a fall festival and a neighborhood block party. Council also approved a software subscription renewal and scheduled a study session for recreation center repairs.

• Approved Branding and Marketing agreement with Redhead Creative Consultancy not to exceed $28,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved road closures for Lobstoberfest/Fall Bash on Sept 29-30 (Unanimous)
• Approved road closure for Ashby Street block party on Sept 9 (Unanimous)
• Scheduled study session for Kennedy Recreation Center repairs on Sept 5 (Unanimous)
• Approved Nearmap US, Inc. annual subscription renewal for $5,750 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 7, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Health Care Fund Board (Public Act 149)

The OPEB Board will meet to review the minutes from the April 19, 2023, meeting and receive an investment report. The agenda also includes discussions regarding old and new business.

• Review of April 19, 2023, meeting minutes
• Investment Report presentation

The Board approved a portfolio rebalance to maintain compliance with Michigan PA 314. This involves moving funds from the cash account into the S&P 500 and Global 100. The Board also reviewed the Q2 2023 investment report.

• Approved minutes from April 19, 2023 (unanimous)
• Received and filed Q2 Executive summary and Investment Check list (unanimous)
• Received and filed Quarterly Report (unanimous)
• Received and filed Section 149 Health Care Timeline (unanimous)
• Approved liquidating $180,000 from cash account to add to S&P 500 (unanimous)
• Approved liquidating $180,000 from cash account to add to Global 100 (unanimous)

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Fire and Police Pension Board will review Q2 2023 investment performance reports and discuss a market value update and possible rebalancing. The board will also vote on approving a pension and accumulated contributions payout for Mike Oakley, and consider invoices totaling $19,493.19.

• Approval of Mike Oakley's pension and accumulated contributions payout
• Q2 2023 Performance Report and market value update/rebalance discussion
• Invoices: Loomis/Sayles $11,406.35, VanOverbeke Michaud & Timmony $1,267.50, Comerica $3,819.34, City of Trenton $3,000.00
• Old business: Police DROP and Member Handbook updates

The Board approved liquidating $500,000 from the Fidelity S&P 500 to cover cash flow through October 2023. The Board also approved retirement and pension for Michael Oakley and authorized $19,493.19 in quarterly invoice payments.

• Approved $500,000 portfolio rebalance from Fidelity S&P 500 to cash account (All Yeas)
• Approved retirement and pension for Michael Oakley (All Yeas)
• Approved $19,493.19 in total disbursements for Q2 invoices (All Yeas)
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (All Yeas)
• Received and filed investment performance review as of June 30, 2023 (All Yeas)

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is meeting to discuss routine business and plan for the opening of the museum. They will review old business including building maintenance, collection status, and activity reports, and consider new business such as fundraising ideas and forming committees.

• Tree removal, trough, yard light, and front door repair for outdoor maintenance
• Deaccession update and carriage shed work report for indoor maintenance
• Collection status: donations, cataloging, storage items, exhibit status
• Opening plan preparations: advertising, handouts, staffing/docent training
• Fundraising ideas and committee formation (Programming, Fundraising, Artifact maintenance)

The Commission approved the minutes from the July 17, 2023 meeting. Members discussed maintenance for the carriage shed and set a goal to open the museum in October. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes (carried)

Downtown Development Authority

The Trenton Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including an update on the façade program, a presentation on an art program, a review of branding proposals, and the adoption of downtown façade program guidelines and application. The meeting includes public comments and approval of previous minutes.

• Façade Program update
• Presentation by Michelle Tanguay on Art Program
• Branding Proposals – Review Committee Status Report
• Downtown Façade Program Guidelines and Application

The Board recommended Redhead as the branding consultant subject to a reference check and approved amended facade guidelines. A proposal for a 2024 Art Festival was discussed, and a design agreement for 2704 West Jefferson was tabled.

• Approved July 2023 financial statement
• Recommended Redhead as branding consultant to City Council (pending reference check)
• Approved facade guidelines with match revised to 50% and a $50,000 cap per grant
• Tabled Expressive Architecture design agreement for 2704 West Jefferson until September
• Requested formal proposal for Trenton Art Festival for September review
• Approved 07-13-2023 meeting minutes as amended

City Council

The Trenton City Council will consider several significant items, including the sale of a land parcel, a settlement release, the Walgreens national opioid settlement, and the purchase or financing of eight fleet vehicles. They will also discuss a proposed charter amendment and various agreements and repairs.

• Sale of land parcel
• Walgreens National Opioid Settlement
• Purchase/Finance of 8 Fleet Vehicles
• Emergency repair to mainline sewer camera
• Authorized disbursements of $2,850,223.80

The City Council approved a resolution to put a charter amendment on the November 7, 2023, ballot to transition Mayor and Council compensation from per-meeting payments to flat annual rates. Other actions included approving a land sale and terminating a building inspection agreement with the City of Gibraltar.

• Approved Resolution 2023-17 to propose charter amendment for flat-rate pay ($18,500 for Mayor, $7,500 for Council members)
• Approved sale of Parcel #82-54-019-02-0008-001 to Fort and West Fuels Property, LLC for $17,400.00
• Approved withdrawal from Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Gibraltar for building permits and inspections effective August 31, 2023
• Approved $29,348.99 settlement release and agreement with Houston Specialty Insurance Company
• Approved Walgreens National Opioid Settlement agreement
• Approved appointment of Jill Cooper to the Library Governing Board
• Approved block party and road closure for North Lynn Court on August 19, 2023
• Tabled Lobstoberfest/Fall Bash item until next meeting

Civic Commission

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the June 5, 2023 minutes. Members assigned tasks for the October 7 Pumpkin Festival and discussed logistics for the September garage sale and shred day.

• Approved agenda
• Approved June 5, 2023 minutes
• Scheduled Garage Sale for September 16 and 17
• Scheduled Shred Day for September 16
• Scheduled Pumpkin Festival for October 7, 2023
• Assigned order of 520 bags for Pumpkin Festival
• Assigned cookie orders for Christmas and Memorial Day

City Beautiful Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Trenton City Beautiful Commission. The agenda is mostly procedural, including pledge, roll call, approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and public comment. No specific items of substance are listed under old or new business.

• Approval of minutes from July 12, 2023
• Treasurer's report
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for September 13, 2023

The Commission approved the July 12, 2023 minutes and the treasurer's report. Members coordinated the distribution of yard signs and certificates for six homes and four businesses to be presented at the August 21 City Council meeting. The Commission will also host the BCSEM on September 21, 2023.

• Approved July 12, 2023 minutes
• Approved treasurer's report showing no change
• Scheduled fall flower installation for September 25th and 26th
• Planned yard sign presentation for 6 homes and 4 businesses on August 21, 2023
• Scheduled BCSEM hosting for September 21, 2023

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission is holding a public hearing and will consider two restaurant proposals: adding an outdoor seating area at 5784 W. Jefferson and constructing a two-story restaurant and bar with a second-floor terrace at 223 West. The commission will also discuss an animal ordinance and elections as new business, and review the planning consultant's monthly report.

• Public hearing: 5784 W. Jefferson — add outdoor seating to existing restaurant
• Public hearing: 223 West — construct two-story restaurant and bar with second-floor terrace
• New business: Animal Ordinance
• New business: Elections
• Planning consultant monthly report for May, June, July 2023

The commission approved an outdoor seating area for a restaurant on W. Jefferson and a site plan for a two-story restaurant and bar on West Rd. The board also elected new officers and tabled a discussion on the animal ordinance.

• Approved outdoor seating area at 5784 W. Jefferson (7-0)
• Approved site plan for two-story restaurant and bar at 223 West Rd, conditioned upon page 14 of the review summary (7-0)
• Tabled animal ordinance until next meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Chuck Earl as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Bill Jasman as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Jennifer Blackledge as Secretary (unanimous)

Cultural Commission

The Trenton Cultural Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes and hearing updates on subcommittees. A notable item is a message from Open Book Theatre Company expressing interest in partnering on a family night event, which the commission may discuss. The agenda also includes updates on listening tours, student ambassadorship, and upcoming cultural events.

• Discussion on sponsoring a Family Night at the Theater with Open Book Theatre Company
• Open Book Theatre Company's Driveway Theatre and Season 10 - Grand Concourse (9/15-10/8)
• DAG - The Music Man auditions on August 13-14
• Listening tours and Student Ambassadorship updates
• Subcommittee reports: Monguagon Memorial Park, Rainbow People, Social Wellness, Global Wellness, Hopes for Humanity, Operation: Outreach

The Commission approved the minutes from the May 20, 2023 meeting. Discussion regarding Fall 2023 was tabled until the next meeting, and members discussed procuring DEI training.

• Approved May 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled Fall 2023 discussion

City Council

The Trenton City Council is meeting to consider several contracts and appointments, including a construction manager for the Riverside Site Demolition and a lease with Playmaker Pro Shop. They will also review a resignation from the Downtown Development Authority and approve disbursements totaling $989,604.66.

• Contract with PCS Services for Construction Manager at Riverside Site Demolition
• Lease Agreement with Playmaker Pro Shop
• Letter of Resignation from Downtown Development Authority
• Authorized Disbursements, July 17, 2023 ($989,604.66)
• Adding Ecorse Police Department to SINC group

The City Council approved PCS Services as the construction manager for the Riverside Hospital site demolition. Other key actions included approving several commission appointments, a $989,604.66 disbursement, and various local event permits.

• Approved PCS Services as Construction Manager for Riverside Hospital site demolition (Unanimous)
• Approved $989,604.66 in authorized disbursements (Unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Civic, DDA, Recreation, and Traffic Safety commissions (6-1)
• Approved $4,980.00 for Westfield Center automatic door repair (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,795.00 for ESO EHR Suite software contract (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,429.00 annual local match to the Senior Alliance (Unanimous)
• Denied exercise of First Right of Refusal for tax foreclosed property at 2984 Stanley (Unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with Playmaker Pro Shop at Kennedy Recreation Center (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Trenton Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular meeting to discuss old business including the facade program, the 2024 Rotary Park bond issue, and city parking lot financing. New business includes reviewing branding proposals, a downtown artist proposal, and electing a chairperson. The meeting will also address a resignation and financials.

• Façade Program – recommend Expressive Architecture
• Rotary Park Bond Issue (2024)
• City Parking Lot Financing (2024)
• Branding Proposals – Review Committee
• Election of a Chairperson

The Board approved a contract for architectural services for one downtown property and a sponsorship for Fall Bash/Lobstoberfest. The Board also elected a new Chairperson and accepted a member's resignation.

• Approved retaining Expressive Architecture for services at 2704 W. Jefferson for a fee not to exceed $15,000
• Approved $4,000 sponsorship for Fall Bash / Lobstoberfest (unanimous)
• Elected Mark Angellotti as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Carrie Hancock
• Formed a committee to review branding proposals consisting of Belanger, Nestor, Hornbeck, Pate, and Perugi

City Beautiful Commission

The City Beautiful Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering the pledge, roll call, approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and public comment, with no specific substantive items listed under old or new business.

• Approval of minutes from June 7, 2023
• Treasurer's report
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for August 2, 2023

The Commission approved a $2,000 budget for City Beautiful. Members also voted to partner with the Trenton National Historical Society (NHS) on a tree planting project.

• Approved June 7, 2023 minutes
• Approved $2,000 budget for City Beautiful
• Approved motion to work with Trenton NHS to identify and support a tree planting project

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting, with several administrative items on the agenda. Key actions include second readings of ordinances that set salaries for the city clerk, treasurer, and assessor, as well as approval of disbursements totaling $575,388.31. The council will also consider a resignation from the Downtown Development Authority and an appointment to the Civic Commission.

• Ordinance No. 813 (City Clerk Salary), No. 814 (City Treasurer Duties and Salary), No. 815 (City Assessor Salary) - 2nd readings
• Authorized Disbursements, July 5, 2023: $575,388.31
• Carrie Hancock: Letter of Resignation from the Downtown Development Authority
• Appointment to Civic Commission
• 33rd District Court: Fines, Costs, Fees, May 2023

The City Council passed three ordinances to adjust the compensation and benefits for the City Clerk, City Treasurer, and City Assessor. The council also added Martin Luther King Day and Juneteenth to the city calendar as compensated holidays for non-union and management employees.

• Approved Ordinance No. 813 setting City Clerk annual salary to $81,370.00
• Approved Ordinance No. 814 setting City Treasurer annual salary to $15,450.00
• Approved Ordinance No. 815 setting City Assessor annual salary to $81,370.00
• Approved addition of Martin Luther King Day and Juneteenth to city calendar
• Approved appointment of Judy Urbanski and Jim Urbanski to the Civic Commission
• Approved City Council Orientation document for website posting
• Accepted resignation of Carrie Hancock from the Downtown Development Authority
• Placed on file 33rd District Court report showing City of Trenton owing $8,177.42

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Fire and Police Pension Board of Trustees is meeting to review portfolio and investment reports, discuss a recommended rebalance, and receive a legal update on MAPERS cases. They will also consider a revised consulting agreement with AndCo Consulting and approve invoices totaling $19,173.95.

• Revised Investment Consulting Services Agreement with AndCo Consulting, LLC
• Invoices: AndCo Consulting $13,125.00, VanOverbeke Michaud & Timmony $4,855.50, Comerica fees $1,193.45
• Class action check from Chicago Clearing Corp. (Re: Ancora) $77.96
• Portfolio monitoring reports and Comerica/Loomis Sayles statements for March-May 2023
• 2022-2023 MAPERS Case Update and legal issues for Michigan public retirement plans

The Board approved reducing the Fidelity S&P 500 Index by $500,000 and WCM by $330,000 to cover payroll through September. Members also authorized a revised consulting agreement and approved $19,173.95 in invoices. The Board was notified that pension changes from settled collective bargaining agreements will take effect July 1, 2024.

• Approved rebalance to reduce Fidelity S&P 500 Index by $500,000 and WCM by $330,000 (All Yeas)
• Approved payment of $19,173.95 for invoices to AndCo Consulting, VanOverbeke Michaud & Timmony, and Comerica (All Yeas)
• Authorized execution of revised Investment Consulting Services Agreement with AndCo Consulting, LLC (All Yeas)
• Approved minutes of the April 19, 2023 meeting (All Yeas)
• Received and filed Portfolio Monitoring Reports, bank statements, and a $77.96 class action check (All Yeas)
• Received and filed Preliminary Performance Summary as of 6/20/2023 (All Yeas)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 20, 2023, with several significant items on the agenda. They will consider first readings of ordinances setting salaries for city officials, approve budget amendments, and vote on contracts for janitorial services, police pistols, and body cameras. The council will also discuss tentative agreements with police and other unions, and possibly enter closed session.

• First readings of Ordinance No. 813 (City Clerk Salary), No. 814 (City Treasurer Duties and Salary), No. 815 (City Assessor Salary)
• Contract award for janitorial services
• Purchase of 36 Glock duty pistols and accessories
• Purchase of 22 body cameras from LensLock
• Authorized disbursements of $997,400.42

The City Council approved a $6,350.20 contract for website hosting and services with Civic Plus. Council also authorized a 5K and 1-mile run/walk for St. Paul Lutheran Church on July 22, 2023. First readings were held for three ordinances regarding salaries for the City Clerk, City Treasurer, and City Assessor.

• Approved $6,350.20 Civic Plus website renewal (unanimous)
• Approved St. Paul Lutheran Church Healthy Trenton 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk for July 22, 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted 33rd District Court Annual Financial Report for year ending December 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Rescheduled July 3, 2023 Regular Meeting to July 5, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Held first readings for Ordinance No. 813 (City Clerk Salary), No. 814 (City Treasurer Duties and Salary), and No. 815 (City Assessor Salary)

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is meeting to handle routine business and plan for the upcoming museum opening. They will discuss maintenance projects, collection management, a vintage market, and fundraising ideas.

• Tree removal along back fence
• Deaccession update
• Vintage market date and vendor selection
• Website development
• Fundraising ideas (events, sponsorships)

The commission reviewed financial reports and the status of indoor and outdoor museum maintenance. Members discussed joining the Farmer's Market for a vintage market from June through September and planned a museum event for the Summer Festival.

• Unable to approve May 8, 2023 minutes due to lack of quorum
• Proposed joining Farmer's Market for vintage market (June-September)
• Planned Summer Festival event at the Museum from 1-4 pm

Traffic Safety Commission

The Trenton Traffic Safety Commission is meeting to review the Police Department's Traffic Bureau statistics report for January to May 2023 and to discuss previous and pending traffic safety issues. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business items listed.

• Police Department Traffic Bureau Statistics Report: January to May 2023
• Review of previous and pending Traffic Safety issues
• Approval of minutes from May 3, 2023

The commission approved the minutes from the May 3, 2023 meeting. The session included a review of police traffic statistics and discussions regarding resident concerns and the King & Grange intersection.

• Approved May 3, 2023 minutes

City Beautiful Commission

The City Beautiful Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting on June 7, 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, covering roll call, approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and public comment, with no specific substantive items listed under old or new business.

• Approval of May 3, 2023 minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for July 12, 2023

The Commission approved the use of fall mums and hay bales for plantings at City Hall, the Historical Museum, and West Rd. It also established a new monthly meeting schedule. Awards program signs were tabled pending the receipt of a city email address.

• Approved fall mums and hay bales for baskets and pots on West Rd., City Hall, and Historical Museum
• Approved moving meetings to the first Wednesday of each month
• Tabled awards program signs pending city email address
• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes

Civic Commission

The Civic Commission voted to cancel its July meeting. The commission also discussed the Christmas Parade and the Chalk the Walk event scheduled for August 5th.

• Approved agenda
• Approved May 1, 2023 minutes
• Voted to not have a meeting in July

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 5, 2023, with several significant items on the agenda. They will consider revised budget resolutions for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, a capital improvement bond award, contracts for ADA ramps and demolition projects, a school resource officer agreement, and a settlement framework for the fire fighters union. The meeting also includes public comment periods and various routine reports and proclamations.

• Revised resolutions for FY 2023-2024 budget and millage tax rate
• Capital Improvement Bond - award bid and accept terms
• Award contract for ADA ramps on West Jefferson between Truax and Fourth Streets
• Award contract for demolition of Water Pumping Station at 121 King Road
• Settlement framework for Trenton Fire Fighters Union Local 2701 collective bargaining agreement

The City Council expanded the boundaries of the Downtown Trenton Social District and approved a permit application for Mamacita's ModMex. The council also adopted a new travel reimbursement policy and granted permission for three neighborhood block parties.

• Expanded Downtown Trenton Social District to include the alley 150 feet west of West Jefferson and Walnut Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Social District permit application for JK Blue 4, LLC dba Mamacita's ModMex (Unanimous)
• Adopted travel reimbursement policy using US General Services Administration per diem and IRS mileage rates (Unanimous)
• Approved block parties and road closures for Norwood Drive (July 3), Sheraton Drive (July 3), and Truax Street (June 12) (Unanimous)
• Granted permission for 'Turn the Town Teal' ovarian cancer awareness ribbons in September (Unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Jeannine Finegan and Linda Murdock from the Historical Commission (Unanimous)
• Placed on file 33rd District Court report showing the City owes $16,177.57 in fines, costs, and fees (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Trenton Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on May 24, 2023, at City Hall. The board will consider budget authorizations for the Rotary Park project, downtown ADA ramps, and repaving Riverside Alley, and will also hear a presentation on the Rotary Park project. Other items include a financial report, discussion of an EV charging station, and a draft Tax Increment Financing plan.

• Budget Authorization 2023-01: Rotary Park Project
• Budget Authorization 2023-02: Downtown ADA Ramps
• Budget Authorization 2023-03: Riverside Alley
• Presentation on Rotary Park Project from Tim Beaker, Parks & Recreation Director
• Draft Tax Increment Financing Plan

The Board approved funding for the Rotary Park project and requested City Council authorize a bond to cover the full park cost, Elm and Jefferson park renovations, and 2024 DDA projects. Funding was also approved for downtown ADA ramps and alley repairs.

• Approved $821,000 for Rotary Park project (unanimous)
• Requested City Council authorize a bond for Rotary Park, Elm and Jefferson park renovations, and 2024 DDA projects (unanimous)
• Approved $282,971 for downtown ADA ramp reconstruction
• Approved $66,462 to repair Riverside Alley
• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed financial report ending 04-30-2023 (unanimous)

Cultural Commission

The Commission approved the minutes from April 22, 2023, and voted to cancel the June meeting due to schedule conflicts. Members discussed the Memorial Day wreath and parade, the Trenton Street Fair, and Pride Celebration planning.

• Approved April 22, 2023 minutes
• Cancelled June meeting due to schedule conflicts

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting on May 15, 2023, with several major financial decisions on the agenda, including the fiscal year 2024 budget, millage tax rate, water and sewer rates, and issuance of capital improvement bonds. The council will also consider contracts for road and parking lot rehabilitation, a fire department turnout gear grant, a five-year Stericycle contract, and an ordinance amendment regarding animals. Public comment is invited on agenda items.

• Budget for fiscal year July 1, 2023–June 30, 2024
• Millage tax rate
• Water and sewer rates
• Resolution authorizing 2023 Capital Improvement Bonds
• Award of contract for Lathrup Street Rehabilitation

City Council unanimously approved the general operating and required budgets for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023. The council also set the millage rate at 24.7506 mills for the same period. Additionally, the council accepted the resignation of Angela Tank from the Trenton Civic Commission.

• Approved general operating and required budgets for FY 2023-2024 (unanimous)
• Approved millage rate of 24.7506 mills for FY 2023-2024 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the May 1, 2023 Regular Meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Angela Tank from the Trenton Civic Commission (unanimous)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed city budget. The meeting is primarily a public comment session, with no other substantive agenda items listed.

• Public hearing on proposed city budget
• Public comment via in-person, phone, or Zoom

The City Council unanimously approved the general operating and required budgets for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023. Council also set the millage tax rate and accepted a commission resignation.

• Approved general operating and required budgets for FY 2023-2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved millage rate of 24.7506 mills for FY 2023-2024 (Unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Angela Tank from the Trenton Civic Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the May 1, 2023 Regular Meeting (Unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is meeting to handle routine business and plan for the museum's opening. They will discuss maintenance projects, collection management, a vintage market, and fundraising ideas.

• Tree removal along back and side fences, including an ornamental cherry tree
• Electrical improvement update and track lighting in the flag room
• Safe relocation and combination change
• Vintage market date and vendor selection
• Fundraising ideas including events and sponsorships

The Historical Commission approved the minutes from March 13 and April 10, 2023. The commission discussed ongoing maintenance for the house and carriage shed, financial reports, and plans for a vintage market and the Trenton Street Fair.

• Approved minutes of March 13, 2023 and April 10, 2023 (carried)

Traffic Safety Commission

The Trenton Traffic Safety Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive the Police Department's Traffic Bureau Statistics Report for January to May 2023, and review previous and pending traffic safety issues. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed under new business.

• Police Department Traffic Bureau Statistics Report: January to May 2023
• Review of previous and pending Traffic Safety issues
• Approval of minutes from April 4, 2023
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for June 7, 2023

The commission approved the minutes from the January 4, 2023 meeting. They reviewed a $5,485 AAA grant for a speed traffic sign and a pending $58,000 highway safety grant for enforcement and equipment. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 4, 2023 meeting

City Beautiful Commission

The City Beautiful Commission is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda including pledge, roll call, approval of minutes, treasurer's report, public comment, and reports. No specific decisions or discussions are listed, so the meeting appears to be primarily procedural.

• Approval of minutes from March 1, 2023
• Treasurer's report
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for July 7, 2023

The City Beautiful Commission approved hosting the September BCSEM quarterly meeting at the Trenton Chateau and directed members to prepare signs and applications for the 2023 Annual Home and Business Awards. The commission also toured the THS greenhouse and reviewed a draft of the awards program, with the final version to be presented in June.

• Approved hosting BCSEM quarterly meeting on September 13th or 14th at Trenton Chateau (motion carried)
• Approved preparation of signs and applications for Annual Home and Business Awards (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of March 1, 2023 meeting (motion carried)

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission is meeting to handle routine approvals and discuss several upcoming events. Old business includes a recap of the city awards banquet, planning for the May 13-14 garage sale, and detailed preparations for the Memorial Day Parade, including a grand marshal nomination. The agenda is largely procedural and event-focused.

• Approval of April 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• Garage sale May 13-14: signage and map sales
• Memorial Day Parade: DPW work order, electrical outlet at Zanglin Real Estate, honor guard, judges, volunteers
• Grand Marshal nomination: Raul (Roy) Flores, Vietnam Veteran
• Banquet recap: low attendance, catering issues

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from April 3, 2023. Members discussed preparations for the Memorial Day Parade, the City Awards Banquet, and a garage sale. A proposed fall event called “It’s A Great Pumkin Fest” was discussed for October 7th.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved April 3, 2023 minutes

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with a largely routine agenda. Key items include approving authorized disbursements of $1,248,118.20, receiving financial and departmental reports, and considering a proclamation for Workers Memorial Day. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Authorized Disbursements, April 17, 2023 ($1,248,118.20)
• Proclamation: Workers Memorial Day
• 33rd District Court: Fines, Costs, Fees, March 2023
• City Administrator: Payment of Damage Claims
• Lions Club: Lions of Michigan White Cane Week

The City Council approved placing delinquent water, sewer, and miscellaneous accounts totaling $258,931.01 on the 2023 City Tax Roll. The council also authorized a new janitorial services contract bid process and approved a security system for City Hall.

• Placed $258,931.01 in delinquent Water, Sewer, and Miscellaneous accounts on 2023 City Tax Roll (unanimous)
• Approved $14,855.00 quote from PASS for City Hall security system plus $48.00 monthly cloud fee (unanimous)
• Authorized competitive bids for a three-year City Facility Janitorial Services contract (unanimous)
• Approved Authorized Disbursements of $587,441.20 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Aaron Castle from the Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 17, 2023, Regular Meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Cultural Commission, Fire and Police Pension Board, and Retiree Health Care Benefit Plan minutes (unanimous)
• Approved request for Closed Session to discuss contract negotiations and litigation (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a site plan to construct a paved parking lot for semi-trailers on the north and west property of 2300 Van Horn. Approval is subject to the applicant meeting screening requirements as reviewed by the Building Department and Planning Consultant.

• Approved site plan for semi-trailer parking at 2300 Van Horn (6-1)
• Approved agenda for April 26, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 3/22/2023 meeting (unanimous)

Health Care Fund Board (Public Act 149)

The board will review the minutes from the January 25, 2023 meeting and receive an investment report. The agenda includes sections for communications, old business, and new business.

• Investment Report

The Board reviewed the first quarter 2023 investment report, which showed total portfolio assets of $15,509,445.21 as of March 31, 2023. The Board formally received and filed the investment checklist, the Q1 report, and the Section 149 Health Care Timeline.

• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (All present)
• Received and filed Executive summary and Investment Check list (All present)
• Received and filed Quarter 1 Investment Report (All present)
• Received and filed Section 149 Health Care Timeline (All present)

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Fire and Police Pension Board will review investment reports, approve invoices totaling $17,794.45, and discuss Michigan pension tax changes under Public Act 4 of 2023. They will also consider a resolution for pension grant funding and a letter to state officials.

• Invoices: City of Trenton $3,000.00, Loomis/Sayles $11,068.63, Comerica $3,725.82
• Class action check from PNC (Granite Construction) $2,301.38
• Michigan Pension Tax Changes Public Act 4 of 2023
• Resolution 2023-6 Pension Grant Funding approved by City Council April 3, 2023
• Letter to Governor Whitmer, Senator Camilleri, Representative Churches

The Board approved payments for first-quarter invoices totaling $17,794.45 and accepted a City Council resolution regarding Pension Grant Funding. Plan Secretary Karen Sall announced her retirement for July 2023. The Board was advised that cash flow is projected to cover payroll through July.

• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (All Yeas)
• Approved receipt of communications including a $2,301.38 PNC class action check (All Yeas)
• Approved receipt of Trenton Fire & Police Performance Summary (All Yeas)
• Approved $17,794.45 in Q1 invoices for City of Trenton, Loomis/Sayles, and Comerica (All Yeas)
• Accepted City Council resolution pertaining to Pension Grant Funding (All Yeas)

City Council

The Trenton City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 17, 2023, with several significant items on the agenda. The council will review budget amendments for the current fiscal year and the proposed fiscal year 2023-2024 budget, as well as consider a resolution authorizing the publication of notice of intent to issue capital improvement bonds. Other items include contract extensions, equipment purchases, and grant agreements. The meeting will also include public comment periods and a closed session.

• Budget Amendments for FYE June 30, 2023
• Proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget
• Resolution Authorizing Publication of Notice of Intent to Issue Capital Improvement Bonds
• Request a One Year Lawn Mowing Contract Extension to Turf Concepts
• Authorized Disbursements, April 3, 2023 ($497,225.34)

The City Council approved over $1.2 million in authorized disbursements and payments for three damage claims totaling $29,348.99. The council also permitted the Trenton Lions Club to hold its annual White Cane Sale.

• Approved authorized disbursements of $1,248,118.20 (unanimous)
• Approved damage claim payments to Drew and Abby Holland ($10,473.00), Dan and Anna Gardner ($11,422.84), and Mark and Carol Ottenbreit ($7,453.15) (unanimous)
• Granted permission for Trenton Lions Club annual White Cane Sale from April 24 through April 29, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the April 3, 2023 Regular Meeting (unanimous)
• Received and filed 33rd District Court Fines, Costs, and Fees for March 2023 showing the City owing $2,097.32 (unanimous)
• Approved Financial Summary and Schedule of Investments as of March 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved monthly reports for Fire and Police departments for March 2023 (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Trenton Downtown Development Authority is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, review the March financial report, hear about city purchasing policies from City Manager Dean Creech, and conduct a SWOT analysis. The meeting is mostly routine, with no old business. Public comments are invited, and the next meeting is a vision session with downtown business owners.

• Financial report for month ending 03-31-2023 shows $1,127,048.91 in revenues and $170,084.71 in expenditures year-to-date
• City Purchasing Policies presentation by City Manager Dean Creech
• DDA Board SWOT Analysis discussion
• Next meeting on May 11, 2023 will be a Vision Session with downtown business/property owners

The board approved the minutes from the March 16, 2023, meeting. City Manager Dean Creech provided guidance on purchasing policies and noted that $600,000 to $700,000 from the DDA general balance will likely be used for Rotary Park repairs and ADA sidewalk compliance.

• Approved March 16, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is meeting to discuss routine business and plan for the upcoming museum opening. They will review old business including outdoor and indoor maintenance projects, collection status, and the vintage market, and consider new business such as fundraising ideas and opening preparations.

• Outdoor maintenance: trough funding, plantings, tree removal
• Indoor improvements: deaccession, electrical, carriage shed, military exhibit, track lighting, library exhibit case
• Vintage market: set date, advertise, select vendors
• Fundraising ideas and opening plan
• DHO meeting April 22 at Lincoln Park Museum

The commission met on April 10, 2023, but did not have a quorum present. As a result, no official votes were taken and the approval of previous minutes was deferred to the next meeting.

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission is meeting to handle routine approvals and plan several upcoming community events, including the Easter Egg Hunt, Trenton Awards Banquet, Spring Garage Sale, Memorial Day Parade, and a Shred event. Most items are organizational, such as setting times, reviewing nominations, and coordinating volunteers.

• Easter Egg Hunt on April 8, 2023: set up meeting time, photographer confirmed for 9:30 a.m., order Tim Bits
• Trenton Awards Banquet on April 22, 2023: review nominations, choose menu, honor guard, chaplain/pastor, chocolate fountain confirmed, TPD and TFD nominees
• Spring Garage Sale: Westfield open for vendors
• Memorial Day Parade: honor guard availability, bagpiper, send letters/applications, get Grand Marshal, signs showing war fought, volunteers to carry branch of service banners
• Shred event: notify Trenton Rotary of new date September 16, 2023, ask for volunteers and financial contribution (last year was $792)

The commission approved poppy sales for the American Legion on May 11, 12, and 13, 2023. Members also coordinated logistics for the City Awards Banquet, an upcoming egg hunt, and the Memorial Day Parade.

• Approved American Legion poppy sales for 5/11, 5/12, and 5/13/2023 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda
• Approved March 6, 2023 minutes

City Council

The Trenton City Council will consider several financial and operational items, including budget amendments, the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget, and a resolution to issue capital improvement bonds. They will also vote on contracts for lawn mowing, tub grinding, festival entertainment, and various infrastructure projects. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and a closed session request.

• Budget Amendments for FYE June 30, 2023
• Proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget
• Resolution Authorizing Publication of Notice of Intent to Issue Capital Improvement Bonds
• One Year Lawn Mowing Contract Extension to Turf Concepts
• Authorized Disbursements, April 3, 2023 ($497,225.34)

The Council approved a resolution to issue up to $1.25M in bonds for new garbage and loader trucks and swimming pool repairs. They also accepted a $1M grant for the Kennedy Aquatic Center Renewal and scheduled a public hearing for the 2023-2024 budget on May 15.

• Approved Resolution 2023-4 to issue up to $1.25M in Capital Improvement Bonds (Unanimous)
• Approved $1M ARPA Spark Grant for Kennedy Aquatic Center Renewal with $200k city match (Unanimous)
• Approved Mayor's appointment of Keith W. Russeau to Planning Commission (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved $64,200 lawn mowing contract extension for Turf Concepts (Unanimous)
• Approved $19,500 emergency hot water tank replacement at Kennedy Recreation Center (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-6 requesting state pension grant funding (7-0)
• Approved $8,000 voluntary assessment to The Guidance Center (Unanimous)
• Approved $497,225.34 in authorized disbursements (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Trenton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider two site plans: adding an outdoor seating area to a restaurant at 3116 VanHorn and paving a parking lot at 2876 Fifth St. with access over a vacated alley. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes, electing officers, and receiving reports.

• Public hearing: 3116 VanHorn – outdoor seating area for existing restaurant
• Public hearing: 2876 Fifth St. – paved parking lot with access over vacated alley
• Election of officers
• Approval of minutes from 12/14/2022 regular meeting
• Planning consultant monthly reports for Jan–Mar 2023

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for outdoor restaurant seating at 3116 Van Horn. A proposal for a paved parking lot at 2876 Fifth St. was tabled pending further information. The commission also voted to maintain current officers.

• Approved site plan for outdoor seating area at 3116 Van Horn (unanimous)
• Tabled paved parking lot proposal at 2876 Fifth St. pending legal and engineering information (unanimous)
• Re-elected Aaron Castle as Chairman, Chuck Earl as Vice Chair, and Jennifer Blackledge as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 12/14/2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a regular meeting with several action items, including approval of the National Opioid Settlement, a wastewater treatment plant server replacement, ADA ramp construction on West Jefferson, and street rehabilitation. The council will also discuss scheduling budget sessions and hear reports from city departments.

• Approval and inclusion of National Opioid Settlement
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Server Replacement
• ADA Ramps Construction along West Jefferson between Truax and Fourth Streets
• Lathrup Street Rehabilitation and Municipal Parking Lot Pavement Replacement
• Authorized Disbursements of $971,654.66

The City Council approved nearly $1 million in disbursements and authorized several infrastructure projects, including ADA ramp reconstruction and street rehabilitation. The council also approved participation in the National Opioid Settlement and scheduled budget study sessions for April.

• Approved Authorized Disbursements of $971,654.66 (Unanimous)
• Approved participation in the National Opioid Settlement (Unanimous)
• Approved $23,489.78 for a replacement Magnetic Bearing Controller for Sulzer Blower #3 (Unanimous)
• Approved $9,727.88 for Wastewater Treatment Plant server replacement (Unanimous)
• Authorized bidding for ADA ramp reconstruction on West Jefferson between Truax and Fourth Streets (Unanimous)
• Authorized bidding for Lathrup Street rehabilitation and municipal parking lot pavement replacement (Unanimous)
• Granted Rotary Park use to Friends of the Detroit River for April 22 cleanup (Unanimous)
• Granted permission for American Legion and VFW to distribute poppies May 11-13 (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Trenton Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular meeting to discuss old and new business, including a schedule for the DDA Development Plan and TIF Plan, a police request for downtown cameras, a financial report, and the FY 2023-24 budget. Public comments will be heard.

• Police request for downtown cameras
• Schedule for DDA Development Plan and TIF Plan
• Financial report for month ending 02-28-2023
• FY 2023-24 Budget discussion

The DDA approved a joint meeting on March 30 to align visions for downtown visual improvements. The board also updated the event sponsorship application process to require more lead time and presentations. A motion to cancel the Beckett & Raeder contract was rescinded.

• Approved February 08, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved joint meeting with City Beautiful Commission and DPW for March 30 at 6 PM (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to sponsorship application requiring 90-day advance notice and a presentation
• Rescinded motion to cancel contract with Beckett & Raeder

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Board amended the Plan's Safe-Harbor Notice to comply with SECURE 2.0 federal retirement tax laws. The Board also approved a contract extension for AndCo Consulting Services. It was noted that the retirement system does not qualify for available state grants for plans under 60% funded.

• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (All Yeas)
• Placed Comerica statement, supplement, and Portfolio Monitoring Report on file (All Yeas)
• Placed Trenton Fire & Police Performance Summary on file (All Yeas)
• Amended and adopted revised Safe-Harbor Notice to comply with SECURE 2.0 and Code Section 402(f)
• Approved contract extension with AndCo Consulting Services subject to amendments (All Yeas)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding a special meeting to hear public comment and discuss two items: the Parks & Recreation Director will address Kennedy Pool, and the City Administrator will present a Memorandum of Understanding with the Wayne County Land Bank Corp. for demolition of the Water Filtration Plant at 121 King Road. No formal votes are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Kennedy Pool by Parks & Recreation Director
• Memorandum of Understanding with Wayne County Land Bank Corp. for demolition of Water Filtration Plant at 121 King Road

City Council approved a two-phase restoration plan for the Kennedy Aquatic Center and a Memorandum of Understanding for the demolition of a water filtration plant. The aquatic center project involves an initial spring 2023 phase and a subsequent phase for 2023/2024.

• Approved Kennedy Aquatic Center Option 1 restoration in two phases (unanimous)
• Approved $584,103.00 for first phase of aquatic center work by Baruzzini Aquatics (unanimous)
• Approved $70,000.00 from Account #101-697-933.000 for aquatic center work (unanimous)
• Approved approximate $1,000,000.00 for second phase of aquatic center work via Spark Grant (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Wayne County Land Bank Corp. for demolition of Water Filtration Plant at 121 King Road (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is meeting to discuss routine business and plan several projects, including restoring a trough, organizing a vintage market, and preparing for the museum's opening. The agenda includes financial and secretary reports, old business items, and new business such as fundraising ideas.

• Trough restoration plan
• Office equipment and software setup help
• Electrical improvement update
• Artifact pickup and deaccession of tin and refrigerator
• Vintage market: set date, advertise, recruit volunteers

The Historical Commission approved the minutes from February 13, 2023. The commission discussed ongoing maintenance, artifact deaccession, and plans for a museum opening and vintage market.

• Approved February 13, 2023 minutes

Civic Commission

The Trenton Civic Commission is meeting to handle routine approvals and discuss upcoming community events. The agenda includes approving the February minutes and planning several events, including the Easter egg hunt, the city awards banquet, a garage sale, the Memorial Day parade, a shred event, and the Christmas parade. No major policy decisions or financial contracts are on the agenda.

• Easter egg hunt: bunny costume cleaning, goody bag order, donut hole order, photographer confirmed for 9:30 AM, setup time, bunny bench at Westfield
• Trenton City Awards Banquet: save-the-date invitations with nomination forms mailed, menu choices to be made
• Garage sale: ad in Trenton Times
• Memorial Day parade: updated parade application needed
• Christmas parade: Ann Arbor Carriage requests $250 deposit, invoice sent to Parks and Recreation

The commission discussed logistics for the April 8 egg hunt, the April 22 City Awards Banquet, and the May 13-14 garage sale. Planning is underway for the Memorial Day and Christmas parades, as well as a shred day on September 16.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved February 6, 2023 minutes
• Scheduled $250 Parks & Recreation payment for Christmas parade deposit

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including approving $4,286,169.05 in disbursements, an easement for the Helen Street sewer project, and authorizing bids for demolition of the water filtration plant. The council will also consider agreements for storm water maintenance at two properties, road closures for summer events, and appointments to the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Authorized disbursements of $4,286,169.05
• Easement approval for Helen Street sewer project
• Authorize solicitation of bids for demolition of Water Filtration Plant, 121 King Road
• Agreement with S & S Land Holdings, LLC for storm water maintenance at Hampton Manor Senior Living Facility
• Agreement with Trenton MI, LLC (former Solutia, 5045 W. Jefferson) for storm water maintenance

City Council approved road closure requests for the Fourth of July Fireworks Display and the Trenton Summer Festival. The council also authorized bids for the demolition of the Water Filtration Plant and approved several storm water maintenance agreements.

• Approved road closures for July 4th Fireworks on June 24, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved road closures for Summer Festival June 23-25, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Authorized bids for demolition of Water Filtration Plant at 121 King Road (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,031 purchase of wireless point to point radios (Unanimous)
• Approved storm water maintenance agreements with S & S Land Holdings, LLC and Trenton MI, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Aaron Castle to Planning Commission and William Kaiser to Zoning Board of Appeals (6-1)
• Approved $4,286,169.05 in authorized disbursements (Unanimous)
• Approved Trenton Baseball Association to operate a beer tent during Summer Festival (Unanimous)

City Beautiful Commission

The City Beautiful Commission is meeting for a standard agenda including approval of minutes, a treasurer's report, and public comment. No specific action items are listed, making this a procedural meeting.

• Approve minutes from February 1, 2023 meeting
• Treasurer's report
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for April 5, 2023

The Commission approved the minutes from the February 1, 2023 meeting. The body noted that City Council previously approved a $1,500 flower budget for spring 2023.

• Approved February 1, 2023 minutes

Cultural Commission

The Trenton Cultural Commission is meeting to finalize Phase 1 of its Operation: Outreach plan, including setting a deadline, and to discuss communication items such as the band budget and a business inquiry. They will also review unfinished business like the summer book club series, an 'Adopt-A-Section' marching band proposal, and subcommittee updates. The meeting is a regular business session with no public hearings or major financial decisions on the agenda.

• Finalize Operation: Outreach Phase 1 game plan and deadline
• Discuss 2/12/23 Band Budget communication
• Review 'Adopt-A-Section' Marching Band proposal with business sponsorships
• Plan 3-part summer book club series on 'Belonging'
• Consider assisting Trenton's Theatre program with fundraising

The Commission approved the minutes from December 10, 2022, and January 28, 2023. Members discussed plans for Operation Outreach, a summer Book Club, and a Pride event scheduled for June 1, 2023. The Monguagon Memorial Park subcommittee reported that Adopt-A-Park has been approved.

• Approved minutes from 12.10.23 and 01.28.23
• Adopt-A-Park approved for Monguagon Memorial Park

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with a full agenda of administrative and financial items. Key actions include authorizing $3,376,499.82 in disbursements, approving several contracts and purchases (e.g., a special pick-up truck, paint sprayer, fireworks contract, and wastewater treatment repairs), and considering appointments and a resignation. The meeting also includes reports from city departments and a financial summary.

• Authorized Disbursements, February 21, 2023: $3,376,499.82
• Concrete Pavement Repair Program Contract Extension for 2023
• Request to Purchase a Special Pick-up Truck
• Request to Purchase a Paint Sprayer
• Fireworks Contract

The City Council approved several equipment purchases, including a $188,705 pick-up truck, and authorized a $50,000 fireworks contract. The board also granted permission for two 'Sip, Shop & Stroll' events and approved the deaccession of historical artifacts. A total of $3,376,499.82 in disbursements was authorized.

• Approved $3,376,499.82 in authorized disbursements (unanimous)
• Authorized $188,705 purchase of a 2023 Peterson Model TL3 pick-up truck (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 contract with Ace Pyro, LLC for June 24, 2023 fireworks (unanimous)
• Approved $71,231 insurance premium offer from Glatfelter (unanimous)
• Granted permission for The Vintage Market, LLC to hold events on July 29 and Nov 25, 2023 (unanimous)
• Extended 2022 Concrete Replacement Program contract with Dominic Gaglio Construction Company (unanimous)
• Approved appointments of William Kaiser to Planning Commission and Nick Turinsky to Cultural Commission (6-1)
• Authorized $11,000 agreement with Madison House - The Verve Pipe for Summer Festival (unanimous)

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Fire and Police Pension Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, reviewing a Comerica statement, and discussing investment policy and market updates. They will also consider a draft trustee oath of office, approve a $3,000 invoice to the City of Trenton, and review a draft RFI for an investment consultant. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Review of Comerica statement for 12/1/22-12/31/22
• Investment Policy Statement Review and Market Value Update/Liquidity Plan
• Trustee Oath of Office DRAFT
• Invoice to City of Trenton for Q4 2022: $3,000.00
• Investment Consultant RFI DRAFT

The Board approved a $3,000 disbursement to the City of Trenton for Q422 invoices. Members also adopted a revised Trustee Oath of Office Policy and agreed to submit a Request for Information for investment consulting services to AndCo Consulting.

• Approved minutes of 01/25/23 meeting (All Yeas)
• Received Comerica statement 12/1/22-12/31/22 (All Yeas)
• Received Statement of Investment Policy, Objectives and Guidelines (All Yeas)
• Received Market Value Update/Liquidity Plan (All Yeas)
• Adopted revised Trenton Fire & Police Trustee Oath of Office Policy (All Yeas)
• Acknowledged and received updated Trustee Handbook (All Yeas)
• Agreed to submit RFI for Investment Consulting Services to AndCo Consulting with March 10, 2023 deadline (All Yeas)
• Approved $3,000 payment to City of Trenton for Q422 invoices (All Yeas)

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is meeting to handle routine business and discuss several maintenance and collection items. They will consider a city council request to deaccession items, a recommendation from Wendy Pate, and plans for outdoor trough restoration and indoor improvements. New business includes a proposed meeting time change, fundraising ideas, and preparation for opening.

• City council request to deaccession collection items
• Wendy Pate email recommendation on collection status
• Trough restoration plan for outdoor maintenance
• Electrical improvement update and office equipment setup
• Proposal to change meeting time

Downtown Development Authority

The Trenton Downtown Development Authority is meeting to review proposals for farmers market insurance, historic preservation eligibility, and conceptual design for the public parking lot, along with committee updates and new business items. The agenda includes financial reports and requests from Rotary Park and the Police Department, but no final decisions are listed.

• Specialty Insurance Solutions proposal for farmers market insurance - $3,925.00
• Preservation Forward proposal for historic preservation eligibility - $1,487.50
• Beckett & Raeder proposal for conceptual design of city public parking lot - $8,750.00
• Update from Budget Committee and Façade Committee
• New business: Rotary Park DDA participation and Police Department request

The Board approved funding for farmers market insurance and a proposal to assess downtown Trenton's eligibility for the National Register of Historic Places. A recommendation to hire Beckett & Raeder for a public parking lot design was sent to City Council, while a proposal for downtown police cameras was tabled.

• Approved $3,925.00 for Trenton Farmers Market insurance (unanimous)
• Approved Preservation Forward proposal for National Register of Historic Places assessment (unanimous)
• Recommended retention of Beckett & Raeder for public parking lot conceptual design to City Council (unanimous)
• Tabled proposal for $23,675.42 for three Verkada downtown cameras until March 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report for month ending 01/2023 (unanimous)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including approving $4,939,886.58 in disbursements, authorizing a chiller repair at City Hall, and purchasing a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse LT for the police department. They will also discuss financing for a new garbage truck, an employee benefits consulting agreement, and a report on road conditions (Paser Study).

• Authorized Disbursements, February 6, 2023 ($4,939,886.58)
• Chiller Repair at City Hall
• Financing of a McNeilus 28 yard Side Load Packer
• Request to Purchase 2023 Chevrolet Traverse LT
• Agreement with Gallagher Benefits Services, Inc. for Employee Benefits Consulting Services

The City Council approved several equipment purchases, including a waste packer and a police vehicle. They also authorized a benefits consulting agreement and approved $4.9M in disbursements.

• Approved $335,734 for McNeilus 28 yard Side Load Packer (Unanimous)
• Approved $29,795 purchase of 2023 Chevrolet Traverse LT for Police (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,740 for City Hall chiller repair by Gee & Missler Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,940.16 for ice show costumes from Weissman's (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,568 for annual SEMCOG membership dues (Unanimous)
• Approved one-year employee benefits consulting agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,939,886.58 in authorized disbursements (Unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of William Jasman to the Planning Commission (4-0, 1 abstain)

City Beautiful Commission

This is the regular monthly meeting of the Trenton City Beautiful Commission. The agenda contains only standard procedural items such as approval of the previous meeting's minutes, a treasurer's report, and public comment; no specific business items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 4, 2023
• Treasurer's report
• Public comment period

The Commission approved the purchase of hanging baskets and ground pots and requested a budget increase for spring flowers. The body also voted to maintain current officer positions for the year.

• Approved order for hanging baskets and ground pots from Waldo and Associates for $4,912.00 plus shipping
• Approved request to City Council to increase spring 2023 flower budget to $1,500.00
• Approved maintaining officers as Datini-Chair, Dettloff-Secretary, and Mazurek-Treasurer
• Approved January 4, 2023 minutes

Fire & Police Pension Board

The Fire and Police Pension Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including swearing in trustees, approving minutes, and reviewing communications such as class action checks and investment statements. They will also discuss policy updates, a request for information on investment consulting services, and approve invoices totaling $36,417.25. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Class action checks from Wells Fargo ($160.42), Penn West Petroleum ($40.52), and Dana ($89.95)
• Invoices totaling $36,417.25, including AndCo Consulting ($13,125.00) and Loomis/Sayles ($10,821.83)
• Discussion of Oath of Office Policy and Member/Trustee Handbook updates
• Request for Information (RFI) re: Investment Consulting Services
• Resolutions of appreciation for Trustees Norris Blackledge and Essen Davis

The Board approved liquidating $1.5 million from Fidelity funds to increase cash accounts and cover expenses through June 2023. The Board also approved $36,417.25 in payments to various consulting and insurance firms.

• Approved portfolio rebalance: liquidating $1M from Fidelity S&P 500 to cash and $500K from Fidelity Extended Mkt to Loomis Sayles Core Plus (All Yeas)
• Approved $36,417.25 in total invoice payments to Segal Select, AndCo Consulting, Loomis/Sayles, Cavanaugh Macdonald Consulting, and VanOverbeke Michaud & Timmony (All Yeas)
• Approved minutes from November 16, 2022 meeting (All Yeas)
• Received and filed communications including three class action checks totaling $291.39 (All Yeas)
• Received and filed Q4 Investment Performance Review (All Yeas)
• Acknowledged receipt of draft Request for Information (RFI) for Investment Consulting Services (All Yeas)
• Presented Resolution of Appreciation to Essen Davis for 5 years of service (All Yeas)
• Presented Resolution of Appreciation to Norris Blackledge for 17 years of service (All Yeas)

City Council

The Trenton City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including appointments, court-related financial items, and several department requests. They will consider a Rotary renewal lease, MDOT right-of-way permits, museum electrical upgrades, ice show lighting, and a rink seal purchase. The council will also approve $2,598,876.11 in disbursements and may enter closed session.

• 33rd District Court line item adjustments for 2022 budget
• Rotary renewal lease
• Resolution for MDOT right of way permits
• Electrical upgrades and repairs at the Museum
• Authorized disbursements of $2,598,876.11

The City Council approved over $2.5 million in disbursements and authorized several infrastructure and recreation expenditures. The council also confirmed appointments to the Planning and City Beautiful Commissions and adopted a resolution for MDOT right-of-way permits.

• Approved $2,598,876.11 in authorized disbursements
• Approved appointment of Jennifer Blackledge to Planning Commission and Marilynn Harlan to City Beautiful Commission
• Approved $24,250.00 for Rink Seal Pro purchase and installation at Kennedy Recreation Center
• Approved $5,800.00 for T.J. Monte Productions lighting for the 2023 Ice Show
• Authorized $5,090.00 for Marquis Electrical Services for museum electrical upgrades
• Approved renewal agreement with Trenton Rotary Club for $2,000.00 in-kind donation for trees
• Adopted Resolution 2023-1 for MDOT Right of Way Permits
• Approved 2022 Court Budget line-item adjustments and December 2022 fines/fees

Downtown Development Authority

The Trenton Downtown Development Authority is holding a regular meeting to discuss old and new business, including results of a patron survey, preparation of the FY 2023-24 budget, and a conceptual design for a downtown parking lot. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and a financial report.

• Patron survey results to date
• Preparation of FY 2023-24 budget
• RFP for design services (Façade Committee)
• Façade grant guidelines
• Downtown parking lot conceptual design

The Board approved $4,000 for downtown flower baskets and authorized soliciting proposals for a parking lot conceptual design and a National Register District nomination. A Budget Committee and a Facade Committee were formed to prepare the FY 2023-2024 budget and facade grant guidelines. The Board also mandated that future event sponsors sign the DDA policy before receiving funds.

• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report for month ending 12/2022 (unanimous)
• Created Budget Committee for FY 2023-2024 budget
• Decided to select 3-4 buildings for a facade design RFP
• Approved soliciting a proposal for downtown parking lot conceptual design (unanimous)
• Approved soliciting a proposal for National Register District nomination research (unanimous)
• Required future event sponsors to sign DDA policy prior to funding authorization
• Approved $4,000 for downtown flower baskets (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Trenton Historical Commission is holding a regular meeting to address routine business, including approval of minutes, financial and communications reports, and updates on old and new business. Specific items include outdoor and indoor maintenance, a collection status update, and fundraising ideas. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Outdoor maintenance/improvement: trough
• Indoor maintenance/improvement: office equipment (router)
• Collection status: Wendy Pate email
• Fundraising ideas discussion

The Historical Commission approved the amended minutes from December 12, 2022. The commission discussed fundraising ideas, including merchandise sales and a paint party, and the creation of a logo. No other formal votes on new business were recorded.

• Approved December 12, 2022 minutes as amended

Traffic Safety Commission

The Trenton Traffic Safety Commission is meeting to review the Police Department's Traffic Bureau Statistics Report for January to May 2023, discuss old and pending traffic safety issues, and handle routine administrative items like approving minutes. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the statistics report being the only substantive item.

• Police Department Traffic Bureau Statistics Report: January to May 2023
• Review previous and pending Traffic Safety issues
• Approve minutes from December 7, 2022 meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting. Members discussed speed data from Truwood and the suggestion to monitor eastbound traffic and speed. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved December 7, 2022 minutes

City Beautiful Commission

This is a procedural agenda with no substantive items listed. The commission will handle routine business including approval of minutes, a treasurer's report, and public comment, with no specific projects or decisions detailed.

• Approval of minutes from November 2, 2022
• Treasurer's report
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for February 1, 2023

The Commission approved payments for three organization memberships and accepted a new commission trifold. Members also discussed funding for downtown flower baskets and ways to recognize residents for outdoor displays.

• Approved minutes of November 2, 2022
• Approved dues for Arbor Day ($15.00), Keep America Beautiful ($25.00), and BCSEM Membership ($20.00)
• Accepted the Beautiful Commission trifold

City Council

The Trenton City Council is holding its regular meeting, with public comment and a planning commission appointment on the agenda. They will also consider traffic control orders from the police chief and approve authorized disbursements totaling $1,790,351.15. No bids, petitions, or presentations are scheduled.

• Authorized Disbursements, January 3, 2023 ($1,790,351.15)
• Planning Commission appointment
• Traffic Control Orders 2022-10, 2022-11
• Traffic Control Order 2022-15
• Trenton Winterfest, LLC: Trenton Winterfest

The City Council approved over $1.79 million in authorized disbursements. The council also granted permission for the Trenton Winterfest event and updated several traffic control orders.

• Approved Authorized Disbursements of $1,790,351.15 (unanimous)
• Granted permission for Trenton Winterfest, LLC to hold event Feb 3-4, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved making Traffic Control Orders 2022-10 and 2022-11 permanent (unanimous)
• Approved Traffic Control Order 2022-15 for permanent handicap parking at 3434 Elizabeth (unanimous)
• Tabled appointment of Jennifer Blackledge to the Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 19, 2022 meeting (unanimous)