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Trotwood public meetings in 2024

18 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 16, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council reviews future land use plan principles

The Trotwood City Council will hear a special presentation on the Future Land Use Plan (PR36-24). The presentation will provide an overview of the proposed principles and elements of the plan. It is delivered by Wendy Moeller, Project Manager for Compass Point Planning.

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✓ Decided: Council hears future land use plan update, no decisions made

The City Council held a workshop to review the draft Future Land Use Plan, presented by consultant Wendy Moeller. No formal decisions were made; the presentation covered proposed guiding principles, land use categories, and regulatory changes. The plan is expected to be presented for adoption after the new year.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
Mon Dec 2, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to vote on 2025 budget, wage scales, and union contracts

The council will hold public hearings and vote on the 2025 annual appropriations (OR19-24), 2025 wage scales for non-union employees (OR21-24), and updates to property maintenance codes (OR22-24, OR23-24, OR24-24). Following an executive session to review collective bargaining proposals, the council will consider resolutions authorizing contracts with police, sergeants, public works, and firefighters for 2025–2027 (R24-108 through R24-111). The consent agenda includes a resolution to request an advance of property taxes for tax year 2024 from Montgomery County.

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✓ Decided: Trotwood Council adopts 2025 budget and union contracts

The Trotwood City Council approved the 2025 operating budget, amended the 2024 budget, and adopted wage scales for non-union employees. It also approved three-year collective bargaining agreements with police officers, police sergeants, public works, and firefighters, with wage increases of 5%, 4%, and 3% over the contract period. The council also updated property maintenance and demolition codes, and adopted a measure to hold insurance proceeds for fire-damaged structures.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
Wed Nov 20, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Workshop on 2025 Proposed Annual Operating Budget

This is a budget workshop where Trotwood City Council receives presentations on the proposed 2025 operating budget from city departments. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is a working session to review departmental requests.

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✓ Decided: Council reviews balanced 2025 budget, discusses TCIC funding increase

The City Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2025 All Funds Operating Budget, which City Manager Pope stated is balanced. Department directors presented their budget requests, and discussions covered police salaries, fire department part-time funding, water rates, and a proposed $120,000 increase in TCIC funding. No formal votes were taken on the budget; the meeting was for presentation and discussion only.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
Mon Nov 4, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council will consider a $225,000 economic development agreement with Westrafo America LLC

The Trotwood City Council will discuss several resolutions, including a $225,000 economic development agreement with Westrafo America LLC. The agenda also includes approvals for a $3,000 Christmas tree lighting event and a $500 holiday light contest. Additional items cover a legal service agreement for indigent defendants and a land‑preservation renewal for parcels on Shiloh Springs Road. Special presentations on the Dayton Metro Library branch, community preparedness, and the annual Christmas tree lighting are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Trotwood City Council approves $225,000 ED/GE grant and agreement for Westrafo America

The Trotwood City Council approved an economic development grant and a development agreement totaling $225,000 to support Westrafo America, LLC. Council also approved the consent agenda, which included public records policy revisions, public defender legal services for 2025, and holiday event authorizations. Additionally, council scheduled public hearings for the 2025 budget appropriations, 2024 budget amendments, and 2025 non-union wage scales.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
Mon Oct 7, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to vote on farmland tax breaks and speed-limit changes

The Trotwood City Council will decide on multiple farmland-preservation tax renewals, a speed-limit reduction on Westbrook Road, and the transfer of a city-owned property to a local improvement corporation. They will also extend moratoriums on adult-use cannabis and mini-storage permits and hear presentations on local parks and age-friendly communities.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts court order compliance for three housing developments

The council approved a resolution to comply with a court order in three housing development lawsuits, passed 4-1 with two abstentions. It also extended the moratorium on adult-use cannabis operators through December 31, 2025, and approved several other resolutions and ordinances, including speed limit changes on Westbrook Road and a ban on marijuana in parks.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A Motion was made by Vice Mayor Brown, seconded by Council Member Gales, and the Motion CARRIED by the following vote:
5 yea · 1 nay
Gales yea · Clark yea · Vaughn yea · Vice Mayor Brown yea · Page yea · Moore nay
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. R24-71 was made by Council Member Vaughn, seconded by Vice Mayor Brown, and the Motion CARRIED by the following vote: After the vote, Clerk Landis conferred with Law…
4 yea · 1 nay
Gales yea · Clark yea · Vaughn yea · Vice Mayor Brown yea · Page nay
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Sep 3, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Trotwood Council to consider $75,000 funding for Gordon Food Service, Inc.

City Council will discuss economic development agreements and funding for Gordon Food Service, Inc. The body is also considering several resolutions to certify delinquent utility and service charges to the county tax duplicate.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $75K grant agreement for Gordon Food Service expansion

The Trotwood City Council approved resolutions accepting a $75,000 Montgomery County grant and a development agreement with Gordon Food Service for a commissary project expected to create 31 jobs. The council also adopted ordinances raising the city manager's bid threshold to $75,000 and granting utility easements to CenterPoint Energy and Dayton Power & Light. Several motions were approved to schedule public hearings on code changes, including prohibiting marijuana in parks and city facilities.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
Tue Jul 16, 2024 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to approve $473,850 purchase of a new vacuum sewer cleaner.

The Trotwood City Council will discuss updates to the city’s Land Use Plan presented by three planning firms. It will vote on a resolution authorizing a preliminary agreement with the Ohio Department of Transportation to resurface Denlinger Road from Salem Avenue to Westbrook Road. It will also vote on a resolution to purchase a 2023 Vac‑Con jet/vacuum sewer cleaner for up to $473,850 from Best Equipment Company, Inc. An executive session will be held to discuss pending or imminent court action.

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✓ Decided: Trotwood council approves consent decree with housing developers, 4-2

Trotwood City Council approved two resolutions authorizing the city manager to enter agreements: a road resurfacing project on Denlinger Road with ODOT, and the purchase of a used sewer cleaner truck for up to $473,850. Council also approved a consent decree with Pivotal Housing Partners, St. Mary Development Corporation, and Oberer Companies, Ltd., after adding it to the agenda. Council held an executive session on pending or imminent court action. Council Member Finley was excused absent.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to Amend the Agenda and add Resolution No. R24-59. Council Member Gales seconded the Motion. Mayor Page requested Clerk Landis read the caption of the Resolution. A Roll Call vote was then…
5 yea
Gales yea · Moore yea · Clark yea · Vaughn yea · Vice Mayor Brown yea
Motion to approve Resolution No. R24-59. Council Member Vaughn seconded the Motion and the Motion CARRIED by the following vote:
4 yea
Gales yea · Clark yea · Vaughn yea · Vice Mayor Brown yea
Mon Jul 1, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Trotwood Council considers water projects, tax abatements, and manufacturing expansion

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions including funding for water main replacements and a property tax abatement. The agenda also includes authorizations for community events and potential grant acceptance for fire department equipment.

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✓ Decided: Council approves tax incentives for new business and water main projects

The Trotwood City Council approved tax abatement and development agreements to bring Westrafo America, LLC to the city, projected to create 250 jobs. Council also authorized grant applications for water main replacements on Eppington and Macmillan roads and accepted a grant for fire department equipment. Additionally, the city was formally recognized as a Purple Heart City.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council considers industrial park development at 6214 Wolf Creek Pike

The City Council will consider an ordinance to approve a final Planned Unit Development for Phase Two of the Gated Properties Industrial Park. This project involves a 234,840 square foot building on approximately 31.342 acres. The council will also enter into Executive Session to discuss pending or imminent court action with an attorney.

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✓ Decided: Trotwood City Council approves final PUD for Gated Properties Industrial Park Phase 2

The Trotwood City Council approved an ordinance adopting the Planning Commission's recommendation for a final planned unit development for Phase 2 of the Gated Properties Industrial Park at 6214 Wolf Creek Pike. Council also approved the meeting agenda, opened and closed a public hearing, and voted to enter and adjourn an executive session regarding pending or imminent court action.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
Mon Jun 3, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Trotwood Council discusses industrial development and residential building moratorium

The City Council will consider a planned unit development for an industrial building at 6206 Wolf Creek Pike. The agenda also includes extending a moratorium on new multi-family dwelling permits through December 31, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Trotwood council extends multi-family housing moratorium to Dec. 31, 2024

Trotwood City Council voted 6-0 to extend a moratorium on accepting or processing permits for new three-four family and multi-family dwellings through December 31, 2024, so the city can update its land use policy. Council also approved a 20% refuse-collection discount for residents in the homestead exemption program, adopted emergency changes to employee employment and leave rules, and added a part-time EMT position. Several routine items passed on consent, including board appointments and a $2,000 community movie night.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
Mon May 6, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council considers $1.1 million paving program and refuse collection discounts

The City Council will review a resolution for the 2024 paving program and a proposal to change ordinance Section 927.10 regarding refuse collection charges. The meeting also includes presentations on safety grants, police annual reports, and community recognitions.

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✓ Decided: Trotwood City Council approves $1.15M road resurfacing contract

City Council approved a contract for the 2024 paving program and authorized spending for a Mother's Day event. The council also moved to schedule a public hearing regarding refuse collection discounts for certain residents.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
Mon Apr 15, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Presentation on Project Swifty and single-family home redevelopment loans

The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring a presentation on Project Swifty by the Trotwood Community Improvement Corporation. The agenda also includes Resolution R24-37 regarding loan agreements with Civista Bank for the construction of up to ten single-family homes.

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✓ Decided: Trotwood Council authorizes loan agreements for single-family home construction

City Council approved a resolution allowing the Trotwood Community Improvement Corporation to enter into loan agreements with Civista Bank. These funds will finance the redevelopment or construction of up to 10 single-family homes.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to take from the table, Resolution No. R24-37. Council Member Vaughn seconded the Motion and the Motion CARRIED by the following vote:
5 yea
Gales yea · Clark yea · Vaughn yea · Vice Mayor Brown yea · Page yea
Mon Apr 1, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Trotwood Council considers summer concert funding and road repair agreements

The City Council will review the 2023 Fire and Rescue Annual Report and consider several resolutions. Proposed items include funding for a summer concert series and road resurfacing projects. Three multi-family housing developments remain tabled from the March meeting.

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✓ Decided: City Council rejects three multi-family housing developments

City Council voted against three separate ordinances to approve final planned unit developments for multi-family housing. The council also approved several resolutions for public safety, road repairs, and community events, while tabling a loan agreement for single-family home redevelopment.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to table Resolution No. R24-37. The Motion was seconded by Council Member Moore and the Motion CARRIED by the following vote: Page 20 City of Trotwood April 1, 2024 City Council Meeting…
4 yea
Gales yea · Moore yea · Finley yea · Page yea
Mon Mar 4, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council votes on three apartment projects, zoning changes, and a city manager contract

The Trotwood City Council will hold public hearings to approve three planned unit developments that would add 194 apartment units across Main Street, Wolf Creek, and a separate parcel. The agenda also includes rezoning nearly ten acres at Shilo Springs Road for light manufacturing, correcting minimum lot size rules for single-family properties, and reviewing a zoning setback variance appeal on Free Pike. Additionally, the council will vote on a five-year employment agreement for City Manager Quincy E. Pope, Sr., approve recent meeting minutes, and convene an executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters.

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✓ Decided: Trotwood Council tables three housing projects and updates City Manager contract

City Council tabled three multi-family housing developments to seek more information on security, property values, and pet parks. The council also approved a new five-year employment agreement for City Manager Quincy E. Pope, Sr. and rezoned a parcel for industrial use to accommodate a new business.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to Table Ordinance No. OR05-24 as presented, for further understanding and clarification. Council Member Vaughn seconded the Motion and the Motion CARRIED by the following vote (see below):
5 yea
Moore yea · Clark yea · Vaughn yea · Vice Mayor Brown yea · Page yea
Motion to Table this legislation as Council did with OR05-24 because they are applied as one and further. Council Member Vaughn seconded the Motion and the Motion CARRIED by the following vote:
5 yea
Moore yea · Clark yea · Vaughn yea · Vice Mayor Brown yea · Page yea
Mon Feb 26, 2024 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council holds workshop on housing and development projects

The City Council will hold a workshop including an executive session regarding pending or imminent court action. The meeting includes presentations on city ordinances, disaster recovery funds, and several residential development projects.

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✓ Decided: Trotwood City Council reviews disaster recovery housing developments

City Council held a workshop to review three proposed mixed-use and affordable housing developments funded by disaster recovery grants. No formal votes were taken on the projects; a final decision on the Planned Unit Development (PUD) is scheduled for March 4, 2024.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
Mon Feb 5, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Trotwood Council considers housing developments and economic funding

The City Council is considering several zoning amendments for multi-family housing and industrial land use. Additionally, the council will review resolutions regarding economic development funds for TechniCote and grant funds for water main replacements.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $500k grant for Technicote and multi-family housing moratorium

The Trotwood City Council approved a $500,000 grant agreement to support Technicote's expansion into the Industrial Park, creating 223 jobs. Council also enacted a moratorium on new multi-family housing permits through July 31, 2024, to allow time for a Land Use Plan review. Additionally, the Council scheduled public hearings for zoning changes and water main replacement projects.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A Motion was made by Council Member Gales, seconded by Vice Mayor Brown, and the Motion CARRIED by the following vote:
6 yea
Gales yea · Moore yea · Clark yea · Vaughn yea · Vice Mayor Brown yea · Page yea
Mon Jan 22, 2024 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to discuss filling the Ward 2 vacancy

The Council will enter executive session to discuss the appointment of a public official. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding appointing a citizen to the Ward 2 City Council vacancy.

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✓ Decided: Trotwood council fills Ward 2 vacancy, appointing Martha Clark

In a special meeting on January 22, 2024, Trotwood City Council voted 6-0 to approve Resolution R24-23, appointing a citizen to the vacant Ward 2 council seat. Council first voted 5-0, with one abstention, to add the name Martha Clark to that resolution. Council also approved the agenda and entered and adjourned an executive session to discuss the appointment of a public official; no other substantive business was recorded.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to add the name Martha Clark to Resolution No. R24-23. Council Member Finley seconded the Motion and the Motion CARRIED by the following vote:
5 yea
Gales yea · Finley yea · Vaughn yea · Vice Mayor Brown yea · Page yea
Mon Jan 8, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Trotwood City Council to elect new Vice-Mayor and authorize 2024 grant applications

The Trotwood City Council will conduct elections for the position of Vice-Mayor. The meeting includes resolutions to fund community events, such as a family reunion weekend and Black History Month contests. The council will also vote on several appointments to various city boards and commissions.

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✓ Decided: Trotwood council appoints Tyna R. Brown as Vice-Mayor for 2024-2025

Trotwood City Council met on January 8, 2024 and appointed Council Member Tyna R. Brown as Vice-Mayor for a two-year term beginning January 8, 2024 and ending December 31, 2025; Mayor Page administered the oath of office. Council approved the consent agenda, including the December 4, 2023 meeting minutes and resolutions authorizing the City Manager to apply for 2024 grants, removing certain property assessments from the tax duplicate, and funding several city-sponsored community events. Council also approved appointments and reappointments to city boards and commissions. Public comment covered a request to renegotiate property assessments, a suggestion to hang military banners, and praise for Goodwill Easterseals programs; no action was recorded on those items.

Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center 4000 Lake Center Drive, Trotwood, Ohio 45426