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City of Trenton
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
June 18th, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.

Floyd Croucher

Ray Nichols

Ryan Perry
Mayor
Austin Proffitt Ken Roark

Vice Mayor

Council Member

Council Member

Council Member

Marci Butts

Sharon Montgomery

Council Member

Council Member

CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER

1. TBD
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PRESENTATIONS

1. B-Safe 25th Anniversary Proclamation
2. Citizens Academy Participant Recognition
APPROVAL OF MINUTES

1. Minutes of the June 4th, 2026, Council Work Session
2. Minutes of the June 4th, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
CONSENT AGENDA
CORRESPONDENCE

1. May Financial Snapshot
AUDIENCE OF PUBLIC
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
PUBLIC HEARINGS

1.

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 620, FARM ANIMALS, OF THE CODIFIED
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF TRENTON, OHIO

2.

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1258.18 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES
OF THE CITY OF TRENTON, OHIO

City of Trenton
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
June 18th, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
NEW BUSINESS

1. A MOTION TO ADOPT THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 TAX BUDGET (EXHIBIT A) AND
TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY FINANCE DIRECTOR TO SUBMIT THE SAME TO THE
BUTLER COUNTY BUDGET COMMISSION.
2. A MOTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH TELE VAC ENVIRONMENTAL FOR EMERGENCY SEWER
REPAIRS IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE HUNDRED THIRTY EIGHT THOUSAND SEVEN
HUNDRED SEVENTY FIVE DOLLARS ($138,775) AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS RELATED
THERETO.
LEGISLATION

1. A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF SERVICES THE CITY OF TRENTON,
OHIO, WILL PROVIDE TO THE PROPOSED ANNEXATION INTO THE CITY OF
TRENTON, OHIO OF 601.589 +/- ACRES OF LAND, LOCATED IN ST. CLAIR
TOWNSHIP AND MADISON TOWNSHIP, BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO, AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY (First Reading)
2. A RESOLUTION CONSENTING TO THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF TRENTON,
OHIO CERTAIN TERRITORY PROPOSED TO BE SO ANNEXED PURSUANT TO AN
ANNEXATION PETITION FILED WITH THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO, AS PROVIDED FOR IN OHIO REVISED CODE SECTION
709.024, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY (First Reading)
3. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 620, FARM ANIMALS, OF THE CODIFIED
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF TRENTON, OHIO (Second Reading)
4. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1258.18 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF TRENTON, OHIO (Second Reading)
5. AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE EDITING AND INCLUSION OF CERTAIN
ORDINANCES AS PARTS OF THE VARIOUS COMPONENT CODES OF THE
CODIFIED ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF NEW MATTER IN
THE UPDATED AND REVISED CODIFIED ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR THE
PUBLICATION OF SUCH NEW MATTER; REPEALING ORDINANCES AND
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT THEREWITH; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
(First Reading)
6. AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
COMMUNITY REINVESTEMENT AREA AGREEMENT AND A COMPENSATION
AGREEMENT, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY (First Reading)

City of Trenton
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
June 18th, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
REPORTS
AUDIENCE OF COUNCIL
ADJOURNMENT

City Council Work Session Agenda MINUTES
June 4th, 2026
6:30 pm
1. Service Director Brad Baker
a. Introduce Aje Jay Mechanic I
i. Fleet Maintenance Supervisor Cody Truster introduced AJ Johnson,
Mechanic I, as part of the City’s fleet maintenance crew. Mr. Truster
stated that the City is fortunate to now have three mechanics in the
maintenance shop to assist with the City’s growing equipment
maintenance needs. He stated that he wanted to take a moment to
introduce Mr. Johnson as part of the growing Public Works system. Mr.
Truster noted that Mr. Johnson is originally from Trenton and is part of
the community. He stated that Mr. Johnson is looking forward to his
employment with the City and is currently in his third week with the
City.
2. Community Events and Volunteer Coordinator, Kelsey Moore
a. Discuss Motion
i. Regarding authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with
Chicketti Family Amusements, LLC in an amount not to exceed
$20,000.
1. Ms. Moore addressed Mayor and Council and requested that
Council approve a motion authorizing the City Manager to enter
into a contract with Cicchetti Family Amusement in the amount
of $20,000. Ms. Moore stated that the contract would be
funded through the approved Community Celebrations budget
and would provide carnival rides for the duration of the America
250 event. Ms. Moore stated that America 250 is a once-in-alifetime opportunity to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary.
She stated that community enthusiasm for the City’s 2026
celebrations resulted in nearly $37,000 in sponsorship support,
demonstrating strong investment from residents and local
businesses. Ms. Moore thanked Council for its consideration
and stated that she would be happy to answer any questions.
Mayor Perry asked whether there would be a charge for the
rides at the America 250 event. Ms. Moore stated that there
would not be a charge and that the rides would be free. Mayor
Perry stated that was awesome and asked how many rides
would be provided. Ms. Moore stated that there would be five
full-size carnival rides. Mayor Perry thanked Ms. Moore and
stated that she had done a great job setting everything up and
getting sponsorships. Mr. Nichols also noted that, for those who
have not dealt with ride companies before, $20,000 may sound

like a lot of money for a few hours, but there is significant setup
and teardown time and work involved, especially for a one-day
event. He stated that even when the City had rides for a twoand-a-half or three-day festival, it was a lot of work for the
company to set up and take everything back down. Mr. Nichols
stated that it was not a bad price and noted that Ms. Moore
likely made several phone calls because it is not easy to get
ride companies to attend a one-day event. Vice Mayor Croucher
asked what budget the expense would come from. Ms. Moore
stated that it would come from the approved Community
Celebrations budget. Council thanked Ms. Moore.
3. City Manager, Marcos Nichols
a. Discuss Project Updates
i. City Manager Marcos Nichols provided updates on various City
projects. Regarding the City Building, Mr. Nichols stated that the roof
structure is being installed, various concrete slabs are being poured
throughout the building, block masons are installing the interior walls,
and conduits are continuing to be installed. Mr. Nichols stated that soil
samples will be taken this week from the soils on site in Basin 3 to
determine whether they will work for the final bioretention layer. Mr.
Nichols also stated that Brad notified Miller Valentine about the
change in location regarding the Veterans Memorial, and Miller
Valentine noted that they can accommodate stubbing electric for the
memorial. He stated that a final location has not yet been selected,
and the plan is to obtain updated concept renderings and receive
feedback from Council to confirm the location, including whether it
should be closer to the building or closer to the roads. Once that
information is available, Mr. Nichols stated that additional
conversations can take place with Miller Valentine regarding bringing
electric to the site. Regarding off-site improvements, Mr. Nichols stated
that traffic pole foundations are completed, traffic pole conduits are in
place along with the pull boxes, sidewalks and ADA improvements are
completed, the right turn lane on Wayne Madison Road is ready for
asphalt, and the slotted trench drain is now being installed. He stated
that once the trench drain is installed, paving will follow to close the
gap in the trench drain area and pave the right turn lane on Wayne
Madison Road. Regarding the splash pad, Mr. Nichols stated that the
benches and shade structures have been installed, the splash pad has
been ground down, and epoxy is being installed. He stated that PSS
Aquatic will be back the following week to complete the aquatic
structures once the epoxy has had time to cure. Regarding the
elevated water tower, Mr. Nichols stated that the fourth pedestal pour
had been completed and that the fifth pour was scheduled for that
day, with work moving slowly in four-foot increments. Mr. Nichols
stated that Founders Park electric work is still in progress. He also

stated that the northwest side of the Fire Station building is the
designated location for the Safe Haven Baby Box. Regarding the
missing sidewalk on Hamilton Trenton Road, both within city limits and
in St. Clair Township, Mr. Nichols stated that the City is currently
obtaining quotes. He also stated that staff is getting permission from
one church to cut across the St. Clair Township portion. Mr. Nichols
stated that Home Avenue ballfield dirt should be delivered that week
and that the guardrail surrounding the parking lot at Community Park
should be installed and completed by Friday. Lastly, Mr. Nichols stated
that, tentatively and weather permitting, Kennel Road from Pearson
Road to Woodsdale Road will be closed June 9, 10, and 11 for
repaving and restriping.
b. Executive Session Request
i. To consider confidential information that is directly related to a request
for economic development assistance under any provision identified in
Ohio Revised Code 121.22(G)(8), or that involves public infrastructure
improvements or the extension of utility services that are directly
related to an economic development project, as necessary to protect
the interests of the applicant or the possible investment or expenditure
of public funds to be made in connection with the economic
development project and to confer with legal counsel.
ii. Vice Mayor Croucher asked to add hiring firing of a public employee or
personnel.
4. Council Comments and Questions
Mr. Mesisklis clarified that the Kennel Road repaving referenced in the project
updates will not be completed at City expense. Mr. Proffitt also asked, since the
Veterans Memorial location was being discussed, whether the City could work on
moving or removing the Veterans Memorial sign from Community Park since that is
no longer the planned site. He further stated that, with Springfest only two days away,
he was unsure whether the sign could be removed that quickly, but asked whether it
could at least be covered during Springfest so it is no longer visible at that location.
Mayor Perry stated that earlier in the week Council received an email indicating that
the splash pad would not be finished in time for Springfest. He stated that his first
reaction was disappointment that the project would not be completed on time.
However, Mayor Perry stated that after thinking about past City projects, there have
been projects that were not completed to the City’s satisfaction and were not
stopped at the time. He referenced past issues, including the amphitheater roof
needing to be redone, paving that had to be redone, and Cranewood being shut down
during garage sale weekend after being poured at the wrong height. Mayor Perry
stated that while his first thought was disappointment, he wanted to thank Mr. Baker
and his crew for going out to the site, identifying that the work was not right, and

stopping the work so it could be completed correctly the first time rather than
needing to be redone later. Mayor Perry stated that he had sent an email to Mr.
Nichols earlier expressing disappointment that the project was not finished, but after
reflecting on the matter, he believed this outcome was better than issues the City has
dealt with in the past. Mayor Perry thanked everyone involved and commended the
work. Vice Mayor Croucher thanked Mr. Baker for coming out of his office, checking
everything, and making sure the work was completed correctly. Vice Mayor Croucher
stated that, going forward, he believes City contracts should include language
requiring projects to be completed in a timely manner and on schedule. He stated
that he had been to the park many times and had not seen the construction crew
working. He clarified that he was not placing blame on City staff or Mr. Baker’s staff,
but on the contractor. Vice Mayor Croucher stated that from the time a contractor is
hired, the contract should provide that if the work is not completed in a timely
manner, payment begins decreasing or a penalty is added. He stated that if a
contractor does not like those terms, they should not bid on the job. Mayor Perry
stated that he agreed.
Motion – Motion To Adjourn To Executive Session For The Reasons Stated
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Vice Mayor Croucher_______ 2nd Ms. Montgomery_ Time: 6:41 PM
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Proffitt
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT: Butts, Roark
a. Council motioned unanimously to move to executive session.

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Motion – That executive session be adjourned, and the meeting be adjourned.
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Mr. Proffitt _______ 2nd Ms. Montgomery_ Time: 7:25 PM
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Proffitt
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT: Butts, Roark

*Agenda is subject to change

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City of Trenton
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
June 4th, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.

Floyd Croucher Ray Nichols

Ryan Perry
Mayor
Austin Proffitt Ken Roark

Vice Mayor

Council Member

Council Member

Marci Butts

Council Member Council Member

Sharon Montgomery
Council Member

CALL TO ORDER
PRAYER

1. Councilwoman Montgomery
ROLL CALL
Present: Perry, Croucher, Nichols, Proffitt, Montgomery,
Absent: Roark, Butts

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Motion –To Excuse Mr. Roark and Ms. Butts from Tonight’s Council Meeting
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Vice Mayor Croucher_______ 2nd Mr. Proffitt_
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Proffitt
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT: Butts, Roark

PRESENTATIONS

1. Trenton Dental Nest 5 Year Proclamation

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City of Trenton
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
June 4th, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES

1. Minutes of the May 16th Council Workshop
Motion –To Approve The Minutes of the May 16th Council Workshop
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Vice Mayor Croucher_______ 2nd Ms. Montgomery_
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols
NAYS:
ABSTAIN: Proffitt
ABSENT: Butts, Roark

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2. Minutes of the May 21st, 2026, Council Work Session
3. Minutes of the May 21st, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Motion –To Approve The Minutes of the May 21st, 2026, Council Work Session and May 21st, 2026,
Regular Council Meeting

(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Mr. Proffitt_______ 2nd Mr. Nichols_
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Proffitt
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT: Butts, Roark

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CONSENT AGENDA
CORRESPONDENCE
Mayor Perry Facebook comments: Mayor Perry stated that, if acceptable to Council, he wanted
to address the Facebook comments feed because there had been numerous discussions and
phone calls regarding the matter. Mayor Perry stated that there had been a threat made against
City staff and Council that the FBI is now considering to be domestic terrorism. He stated that, in
the past, there have been comments that were aggressive toward Council, but that this
particular comment crossed the line because it involved a threat of violence intended to hamper
voting or change how Council votes on an issue. Mayor Perry stated that such conduct will not
stand. He stated that when the threat was found, it was reported, and it was determined to be a
matter for the FBI because it crossed the line into domestic terrorism. Mayor Perry stated that,
going forward, and with the consent of the rest of Council, Facebook comments will remain
turned off. He stated that Council will not be intimidated while serving by Facebook comments
threatening what may happen if Council votes a certain way. Mayor Perry stated that this is not
fair to Council and is not fair to the residents of the City of Trenton if votes are influenced by
threats of violence. He stated that he wished the comments could have remained on, but that it
would be unfair to Council and the residents if a Council member changed their vote because of
a threat of violence against them or their family. Mayor Perry thanked everyone and proceeded
to audience participation.

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AUDIENCE OF PUBLIC
Jake Davis – Mr. Davis addressed Mayor Perry and Council and first stated that he was sorry to
hear that violence had been threatened against Council and City officials. He stated that he is an
advocate for First Amendment rights, but that violence, especially toward government officials,
has no place in the country. Mr. Davis stated that he agreed with Mayor Perry’s decision and
believed Council was doing the right thing to protect themselves. Mr. Davis then stated that at a
previous meeting he attended, he referenced emails released to him by the City. He stated that,
in response, he was told that changes to Ohio law regarding economic development records
under House Bill 184 limited what could be discussed publicly. Mr. Davis stated that his prior
comments did not request confidential economic development records or non-public
information, but were based entirely on previously released City emails and official responses
already in the public record. He stated that while House Bill 184 may govern certain categories
of exempt information, it does not address inconsistencies within already disclosed public
records or provide a basis for avoiding clarification of those records. Mr. Davis stated that he
understands certain economic development records may now be protected under exemptions to
the Ohio Public Records Act, but that those protections apply to non-public records and do not
retroactively alter or restrict previously released public records under Ohio Revised Code Section
149.43. He stated that once documents are lawfully disclosed under the Public Records Act,
they remain public records and are subject to public discussion and questioning. Mr. Davis
stated that his comments relied exclusively on previously released records and prior official
actions, and that he was simply requesting clarification of apparent inconsistencies within the
public record itself. Mr. Davis stated that he was having difficulty reconciling how the public is
expected to interpret the City’s own statements. He referenced a previously released October
30, 2025 email from Matt Garver of Prologis, which stated, “Now that the City has closed on the
Proeschel parcel, could we perform some additional due diligence activities on that land north of
Woodsdale?” He also referenced an October 8, 2025 email from Mr. Garver stating that Prologis
would hold off on further due diligence on the Proeschel parcel until the City closed on the
property. Mr. Davis further referenced separate emails dated October 3 and October 17 in which
City Manager Marcos Nichols referenced closing with Prologis and closing with the Proeschels on
their property. Mr. Davis also referenced a September 11, 2025 email from George E. Stinson
stating that he had attached an invoice created for the Proeschels that had been approved and
that payment could be made by check or transfer. Mr. Davis stated that this raised the question
of how an invoice could be created if no transaction occurred. He stated that the City’s recent
response indicated that the Proeschel Farms property had not been sold or closed to the City
and that the City possessed no completed transaction records responsive to his request. Mayor
responded that the matter involved two completely different properties. Mayor Perry explained
that one property had been sold to Prologis and that another site next to it still belonged to the
Proeschels, who decided to sell after the initial intent for Prologis was established. Mayor Perry
stated that this was the reason for the mix-up. Mayor Perry also addressed House Bill 184 and
stated that he is completely against the bill, believes it was added improperly, and has said at
multiple meetings that residents should contact their state representatives about it. Mayor Perry
stated that the bill makes it so the City cannot release documents related to economic
development, that those records are not subject to public records requests, and that it is not the
City’s option. He stated that the Clerk of Council could receive a criminal charge from the State if
such documents were released. Mayor Perry encouraged residents to call their representatives
because he would like to see the law rolled back. Mr. Davis thanked Mayor Perry. Mr. Mesisklis
added a point of information and stated that members of the public may use the Butler County
Auditor’s website to search the physical properties being discussed. He stated that through the
Auditor’s property search tool, the public can view the history of property transfers, including

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when the City closed to purchase a property and whether the City still owns it. (To View The
Bulter County Auditor Page Please Click Here)
Hugh Lake – Mr. Lake addressed Mayor Perry and Council and stated that he moved to Trenton
in 1995, left in 2005, and moved back in 2024. Mr. Lake stated that he loves the small-town
atmosphere of Trenton and that, after his work history, he had a choice to return to Lebanon,
where he was born and raised, or come back to Trenton, and he chose Trenton. Mr. Lake stated
that he is glad about the center coming in and believes it will bring change, but stated that
something needs to be done about the traffic light system on State Street. He stated that he
lives on Clara Drive across from Todd’s IGA and that there is a crosswalk there, but people do
not pay enough attention to it. Mr. Lake stated that he believes a stoplight is needed, noting that
he has sat at that corner for a long time while cars come up State Street. Mr. Lake also stated
that when he lived in Trenton previously, he could walk anywhere in town to get a good
breakfast. He stated that with the center coming in, he would like the City to try to attract a
company that would bring a nice sit-down family restaurant, such as a Denny’s, IHOP, or another
place for breakfast. Vice Mayor Croucher responded that if the City could pick and choose which
restaurants come to Trenton, the City would not have five pizza places. He stated that he agreed
with Mr. Lake and noted that Sunrise Café is missed, as it was a small coffee shop and
breakfast place in town. Vice Mayor Croucher also mentioned that Todd’s IGA has hot breakfast
available and that McDonald’s also serves breakfast. He stated that the hope is that as Trenton
grows, more retail and restaurants will come to the City. Mr. Lake stated that there is going to be
a traffic problem on State Street if additional lights are not installed, noting that when trains
block the road, traffic can back up past the bridge and sometimes take 20 minutes to clear. Vice
Mayor Croucher stated that the City is aware of the traffic problem in Trenton and is working on
it. Mr. Lake stated that he wanted to bring the issue up and noted that he lives close to the
center, can see it from his front door, is glad it is coming to Trenton, and hopes everyone enjoys
what it brings. Mr. Lake again stated that he loves the town and chose Trenton over Lebanon.
Mr. Nichols stated that there will be a traffic light at Edgewood Drive when the development is
finished and that work has already started, including installation of the pedestals for the lights.
Mr. Nichols also stated that the City is looking into having a study completed to determine
whether the lights at First Street, Miami Street, and State Street can be timed better to improve
traffic at those intersections. Mr. Lake stated that those areas are where the problem occurs,
especially when the train causes traffic to back up. Mayor Perry told Mr. Lake that if he could
stay until the end of the meeting, Mayor Perry would give him a business card so he could
contact him with any additional questions. Mr. Lake then noted, regarding the crosswalk in front
of Todd’s IGA, that almost everyone who sits at Todd’s has seen someone almost get hit at that
crosswalk. Mr. Lake stated that the flashing yellow lights are better than nothing, but people do
not stop at that crosswalk or the one farther down State Street in the older part of Trenton. Mr.
Lake stated that the City needs to figure out a way to make those crosswalks more effective.
Dale Perry – Mr. Perry thanked the individuals who stepped forward to volunteer after he spoke
about the need for volunteers at the previous meeting. Mr. Perry stated that more than 50
people had volunteered and that the City was only approximately four volunteers short. He
stated that the volunteers are definitely appreciated and noted that the effort is not for him, but
for the City and the children. Mr. Perry also stated that he agreed with Mr. Lake regarding the
need for a traffic study on State Route 73. He stated that he has seen people nearly get hit in
the area that was discussed and that he does not want to see anyone get hurt. He suggested
that additional warning lights ahead of the flashing lights or other improvements may be
needed. Mr. Perry also stated that he believes Council is doing a good job and that he
understands the decision to turn off Facebook comments. He stated that he has seen some of

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the comments and believes Council made the right decision, as members need to protect
themselves and the comments were uncalled for. Mr. Perry stated that everyone is in this
together. Mayor Perry thanked Mr. Perry for his comments.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS

1. None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS

1. None.
NEW BUSINESS

1. A MOTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH
CHICKETTI FAMILY AMUSEMENTS, LLC IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $20,000.
Motion –Motion To Approve
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Vice Mayor Croucher_______ 2nd Mr. Proffitt_
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Proffitt
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT: Butts, Roark

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LEGISLATION

1. None.
REPORTS

Clerk of Council, Stanislav Beresford – Mr. Beresford reported that there are vacancies on
the CIC and Volunteer Firefighter Depends fund board those who are interested in joining
may submit a letter of interest or resume to [email protected]
Finance Director, Matthew Mesisklis - Mr. Mesisklis noted that he is looking forward to
springfest and he is excited to volunteer.

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AUDIENCE OF COUNCIL

Mr. Proffitt- Mr. Proffitt thanked everyone who attended the meeting and stated that
Springfest would be held on Saturday and should be a good time. He stated that Ms. Moore
still needs volunteers, with the event only two days away, and encouraged residents to
volunteer, even if only for one hour during the event. Mr. Proffitt stated that most members
of Council would likely be there at some point and encouraged residents to talk with Council
while attending. He noted that flyers were available and that information was posted online.
Mr. Proffitt encouraged residents to show up and become more involved, stating that not
everything in the community is always negative.
Ms. Montgomery- Ms. Montgomery stated that she recently went to Barn-n-Bunk and believes
she had the best cantaloupe and watermelon she has had in a long time. She stated that she
was told about the large boxes of watermelon and other produce, and after trying it, she
believed it was true. Ms. Montgomery encouraged anyone interested in good watermelon,
cantaloupe, or similar produce to visit Barn-n-Bunk, stating that they are wonderful. Ms.
Montgomery then read information regarding the City of Trenton’s Let Freedom Boom America
250 Years Celebration. She stated that the event will be held Thursday, July 2, from 6:00 p.m.
to 10:45 p.m. She stated that the parade will begin at Edgewood Baptist Church at 6:00 p.m.
and end at Community Park around 7:00 p.m. Ms. Montgomery stated that Community Park
will include food truck vendors, adult beverages, historical booths, family fun attractions, and
Veterans Memorial fundraising. She stated that there will be a live concert by Jason Michael
Carroll from 9:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., followed by the fireworks finale by Yokum Fireworks
from 10:30 p.m. to approximately 10:45 p.m. Ms. Montgomery stated that flyers are available
for anyone interested and that she is looking forward to the community being together.
Ms. Butts – Ms. Butts thanked Mr. Mesisklis and Mr. Ziepfel for their reports and for bringing
clarity regarding what is going on and the positives that could come to the community. She
stated that she understands they could not provide too much detail, but that she is anxious
to hear more about the positive things that could come from the discussions. Ms. Butts also
thanked everyone who organized the Council retreat, stating that it was a great opportunity
for Council to dig into the strategic plan and make sure the City is moving in the right direction.
She stated that the plan was already solid and that, although Council made a few tweaks, it
was a very good day. Ms. Butts also reminded everyone that Council has to look at matters
from every direction and cannot simply focus on one issue. She stated that Council must
consider the pros and cons and how matters will benefit or not benefit the entire community,
not just certain areas. She encouraged everyone who is listening and reading information to
ask questions of the people who actually know and have the data and answers, rather than
simply taking what they read or hear as fact. Ms. Butts asked that everyone have the same
respect and accountability for themselves that they expect from those sitting on Council.

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Mr. Nichols – Mr. Nichols thanked the Public Works employees and stated that they have
been very busy lately with the number of projects going on throughout the City. He stated that
they always do a good job keeping up with things, no matter what they are asked to handle.
Mr. Nichols also thanked everyone for attending the meeting. He stated that the Edgewood
Food Pantry will be set up at Springfest, the Fourth of July celebration, and other concerts and
festivals throughout the year to collect donations. Mr. Nichols stated that anyone who would
like to bring something to donate is encouraged to do so, as the pantry is always looking for
donations. He noted that donations have been good recently, but the more that is collected,
the more families can be helped in the community. Mr. Nichols encouraged residents to
remember to bring something to donate at one or all of the upcoming events.
Vice Mayor Croucher - Vice Mayor Croucher thanked everyone for attending the meeting. He
thanked Mr. Baker for staying on top of the splash pad project and making sure everything
was completed correctly. Vice Mayor Croucher also thanked Mr. Baker’s staff, stating that he
has a very good staff. Vice Mayor Croucher then reminded everyone that Coffee with a Cop
would begin at 7:00 a.m. the following morning and would be held at McDonald’s. He stated
that the event was moved from State Street Coffee to McDonald’s because, from his
understanding, State Street Coffee would be closing. Vice Mayor Croucher stated that State
Street Coffee will be missed, as he enjoyed going there for a good cup of coffee. Vice Mayor
Croucher also stated that there are other businesses in Trenton that residents can patronize.
He mentioned Neighbors Bar, stating that they have good hamburgers, French fries, and other
menu items. He also mentioned Bow Wow and stated that they do a great job grooming his
dog, and that the staff there includes independent contractors who provide dog grooming
services. Vice Mayor Croucher also mentioned that Sunny provides a good breakfast at Todd’s
IGA and encouraged residents to get breakfast there. Vice Mayor Croucher stated that he is
not big on promoting individual businesses from Council, and does not necessarily think it
should be done, but stated that if Council is going to mention one business, then all Trenton
businesses should be recognized. He stated that if a business owner in Trenton would like to
be mentioned, they should reach out to a member of Council so Council can give them a plug
during the meeting, unless Council decides to stop doing that altogether. Vice Mayor Croucher
stated that was all he had.

City of Trenton
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
June 4th, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
Mayor Perry – Mayor Perry began by thanking everyone who volunteered for Springfest and
especially thanked Ms. Moore. He stated that he was not sure how many cities in the area
provide events like Springfest, including inflatables, activities, and rides, completely free for
attendees. Mayor Perry noted that the City previously had carnival rides at an event where
the company came in at its own expense but kept all of the profits, making the rides expensive
for attendees. He stated that the City is now in a position, through donations from local
businesses and community members, to provide these types of activities free to the City of
Trenton and surrounding communities. Mayor Perry stated that it is great to see how far the
City has come with community events, noting that the City went from having movies in the
park with only a few people in attendance and a screen that blew over in the wind, to now
regularly having 200 to 300 people attend movies, with free popcorn, snow cones, and other
activities provided to the community. Mayor Perry encouraged everyone, whether they have
children or not, to come out to Springfest and have fun. He stated that he would be there all
day, along with many other Council members, and joked that if people arrive early, they may
be able to race him on some of the inflatables before the event officially opens. Mayor Perry
noted that everything at Springfest is free except for the food trucks, as the food trucks are
independent contractors brought in to provide that service. It was also noted that City
Manager Nichols would be the first person in the dunk tank that morning. Mayor Perry stated
that Public Works should get the dunk tank ready and joked that he would donate two large
bags of ice for the water, as long as he was the first person to throw the ball. Mayor Perry then
addressed the July Council meeting schedule. He stated that, due to the holiday schedule and
the City’s July event, the July meetings would be held on the second and fourth Thursdays of
the month. Mayor Perry clarified that the July Council meetings would be held on July 9 and
July 23.
ADJOURNMENT

Motion - That the meeting be adjourned.
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Mr. Nichols____ 2nd Vice Mayor Croucher_ Time:8:04 P.M.
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Proffitt
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT: Butts, Roark

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MAY 31, 2026 - CITY OF TRENTON FINANCIAL SNAPSHOT
Fund Name

Original Budget
(2026)

YTD Spent (2026)

011 GENERAL

$

6,951,127

$

2,894,685

42% $

013 GENERAL DEBT SERVICE
023 WATER DEBT SERVICE

$

1,619,000

$

809,500

$

452,607

$

-

$

-

025 WATER IMPROVEMENTS
026 WATER REVENUE

$

2,576,403 $
$

027 WATER RATE STABILIZATION

$

Original Revenue
Estimate (2026)

% Spend

904,907
-

028 UTILITY CREDIT MEMO
036 WATER SYSTEM RESERVE

$

8,771,300

$

2,025,985

050 UTILITY DEPOSIT TRUST

$

65,000

$

25,609

066 SEWER REVENUE

$

1,941,108

$

693,919

076 SEWER RESERVE

$

300,000

$

49,512

096 REFUSE REVENUE

$

1,617,848 $

503,109

102 STREET MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

$

1,302,913

$

704,078

132 PARKS & RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS

$

1,113,600

$

74,581
148,957

YTD Received

% Received

CASH Remaining

CASH Policy

$

3,434,580

50% $

3,844,896

50%

952,549 $

396,895

42% $

253,846

0% $
0% $

452,607

$

188,586

42% $

188,587

-

$

-

0% $

300,000

$

35% $
0% $

2,455,000

0% $
23% $
39% $

6,866,500

38% $

1,058,159

$

854,640

-

$

27,834

0% $

300,000

$

300,000

-

$

$

300,000

$

23,304

8,863,300

$

2,160,371

24% $

648,099

65,000

$

27,834

43% $

261,403

36% $
17% $

1,852,200

$

734,046

40% $

965,923

$

910,796 $50k sewer line expense

20,000

$

15,230

76% $

1,756,411

$

300,000

31% $
54% $

1,360,000

$

562,808

41% $

479,647

903,000

$

397,826

44% $

559,517

7% $
45% $

453,200

$

163,101

36% $

1,996,609

315,000

$

142,063

45% $

387,026

0% $
0% $

225,000

$

-

0% $

190,000

160,000

$

66,234

41% $

58,899

38% $
42% $

4,407,800

$

1,954,407

44% $

554,175

1,538,500

$

529,822

34% $

520,164

128,700
-

$

53,625

$

-

42% $
0% $

21,775
-

-

$

-

0% $

33,494

$

308,216

11% $

25,741,396

-

948,366

-

$

327,940 $

$

225,000

202 MUNICIPAL MOTOR VEHICLE LICENSE

$

230,000

$

110,000

218 POLICE LEVY

$

4,554,717

$

1,714,656

222 FIRE LEVY

$

1,958,637 $

829,353

223 FIRE LEVY - CAPITAL & DEBT

$

128,700

$

31,850

$

-

25% $
$

$

73,468

0% $

$

127,194

5% $

$

-

0% $

-

$

550

2% $
0% $

6,000
2,500

$

4,284

0% $
71% $

$

1,523

61% $

123,225
2,031

41% $
0% $

1,300,000

2,648,760

224 FIRE DEPOSIT ESCROW
226 CASH BOND DEPOSIT
234 GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
250 GENERAL STABILIZATION RESERVE
251 PROPERTY REHABILITATION

$
$

2,323,000

30,000 $

252 MAYOR'S COURT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
253 TAX INCREMENT EQUIVALENT

$
$

2,081,249 $
$

845,856
-

254 MUNICIPAL BUILDING PROJECT
255 TIF - CARVANA INDUSTRIAL PARK

$

72,000

$

-

256 TIF- MAGNODE INDUSTRIAL PARK

$

150,000

$

-

402 LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST

$

3,000

$

-

$

-

$

-

432 FEDERAL ASSET FORFEITURE
518 UNCLAIMED MONEYS--TRUST
890 EMPLOYEE TERMINATION BENEFITS

$

69,775

$

62,610

Grand Total

$

38,864,924

$

12,630,379

*Expenses Include only 2026 budgeted items
*Supplemental Budgets not reflected

300,000

939,553

192 COUNTY MOTOR VEHICLE LICENSE

-

Notes

2,510,348 RITA Taxes 1 month behind

$

166 STORMWATER PHASE II

$

$

0% $
0% $

2,912,000

$

547,766

42% $

-

$

-

0% $

YTD spend is grant match for ODOT
$

88,298
ODOT Grant match

MVO Projects paid from 2025
$

695,113

Infrastructure projects paid from 2025

-

72,000

$

36,849

51% $

36,849

120,000

$

(73,448)

-61% $

(73,448)

0% $
0% $

5,200

$

16

0% $

14,923

-

$

1

0% $
90% $

-

19,500

0% $
0% $

1,068
6,293

46,800

$
$

42% $

185,952

$

143,361

35,482,856

$

12,639,524

35.6% $

44,037,349

$

6,402,555

32.5%

$

Due to County applying tax refund to Shape

MAJOR REVENUES

2025 YTD

2026 YTD

INCOME TAX

$

1,942,263

$

AGO DELINQUENT TAX COLLECTIONS

$

1,748,872

Income Tax Net Rev + Receivable Comp

$

3,587,923

PROPERTY TAX / PILOT / ROLLBACK

$

WATER SERVICE

$

SEWER SERVICE

2026 Rev. Est.

These funds have distinct revenues which they are allowed to collect, and equally-distinct
257.8%
categories of
spending that each fund can be used to provide for projects and city
operations. As good stewards of public finances, the City has policies within its various
1,200,000
99.1%
funds to maintain minimum balances based on spending trends. These policies allow
81% Trenton's operations
0.0% to remain efficient and intact even in times of crisis. Ample reserves
also contribute the City's respectable Bond rating of Aa1, which promotes access to low4,098,000 interest debt
243.8%
to complete large-scale projects without undue debt burden. Reserves also
the collection of interest revenue to further improve the City's financial security.
2,370,000 allow for
#REF!
The City holds its funds in StarOhio - Ohio's Local Goverment Investment Pool - which
1,840,000 operates as198.3%
a liquid money-market fund. The City also invests in securities such as CDs,
1,360,000 Municipal Bonds,
241.6%Treasury Bonds, and Commercial Paper for more aggressive yields with
its investment advisor, RedTree Financial. To maximize returns, funds are held in
390,000 common with
224.0%
investment advisors and then interest earnings are allocated to the City's
900,000 Capital Improvement
258.2% Fund.

1,473,864

$

$

1,211,316

$

$

2,911,119

1,795,315

$

1,680,668

$

930,118

$

927,959

$

$

738,098

$

727,567

$

REFUSE SERVICE

$

544,195

$

562,808

$

EMS TRANSPORT

$

176,623

$

174,104

$

INTEREST

$

431,866

$

348,516

$

GAS TAXES

$

285,236

$

287,846

$

705,000

VEHICLE REGISTRATION (STATE, CITY)

$

96,096

$

103,330

$

250,000

TOTAL - MAJOR SOURCES

$ 12,180,509

$

10,409,099

$

16,913,001

Bank

Statement BalanceMonth Interest

1st Financial

$

913,591

$

StarOhio

$

5,497,252

$

17,646

Redtree Financial

$

38,671,385

$

317,868

Argent Trust

$

231,235

$

434

TOTAL BANK STATEMENT BALANCE

$ 45,313,463

$

397,556

TOTAL DEPOSITS-IN-TRANSIT

$

TOTAL BOOK FUND BALANCE

$ 44,037,349

3,800,000

244.9%by the Ohio Auditor of State, these statements are prepared monthly
As recommended
and provided
to the public for accountability purposes
241.9%
162.5%

61,607

48,915.30

PAYMENTS-IN TRANSIT

*See Edenred 5/31 ACHs

TOTAL MONTH-END UNCLEARED CHECKS

$

NET DIFFERENCE (Bank over Book)

$

449,216.42 *Uncleared check recon not completed as of 6.12.26
% Difference
Audit Limit %
875,813

1.93%

Miller-Valentine Design-Build Trenton Community and Municipal Complex
Invoice Description
Interviews with staff, facility drawings, virtual design
Facility Drawings, Staff Interviews, Site review
Department Interviews, Design Alterations
Internal Design + Securty Specifics
Internal Design + Security + Pool specifics
HVAC + Security + Furnishing design
Electrical + Jail + Furnishing Design
Electrical + Security Design
Mobilization and Permiting Prep
Mobilization and Permitting
Grading and Temp Roadway
Temp Roadway
Pad and masonry
Precast Delivery and Install
Precast Install
Total Spent as of 5/31/26
Fund 234 - Capital Improvement

%The
Rec.City of Trenton has several funds, dedicated to various purposes of local governance.

$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$

Amount
99,103
322,085
74,327
486,617
347,583
208,551
208,550
69,516
69,517
703,505
1,731,971
1,752,331
2,610,802
2,631,362
1,559,060
11,315,820

Pay Date
2/12/2025
2/27/2025
3/25/2025
4/24/2025
5/31/2025
6/25/2025
7/31/2025
8/29/2025
9/30/2025
10/31/2025
12/19/2025
3/4/2026
3/10/2026
4/30/2026
5/12/2026

7%

MOTION NO 38-2026
A MOTION TO ADOPT THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 TAX BUDGET (EXHIBIT A) AND TO
AUTHORIZE THE CITY FINANCE DIRECTOR TO SUBMIT THE SAME TO THE
BUTLER COUNTY BUDGET COMMISSION.

Motioned by __________ authorizing A MOTION TO ADOPT THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 TAX
BUDGET (EXHIBIT A) AND TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY FINANCE DIRECTOR TO SUBMIT
THE SAME TO THE BUTLER COUNTY BUDGET COMMISSION.
Seconded by: _________________________
Upon Roll Call, the Vote Resulted as follows:
AYES:__________
NAYS:__________
ABSENT:__________

CERTIFICATE
I, the undersigned Clerk of Council for the City of Trenton, Ohio, Ohio, hereby certify that
the foregoing Motion No. 38-2026 is a true and correct copy as passed by the Council of the
City of Trenton, Ohio on the 18th day of June, 2026 and that at least a majority of the elected
members voted in the affirmative on said motion.

__________________________________
Clerk of Council

EXHIBIT A
2027 Tax Budget Resources

Fund # FUND NAME
011 GENERAL FUND

1/1/27
Estimated
Unencumbered
Cash Balance

Property
Taxes

3,900,000

950,000

OTHER
REVENUES

6,767,500

2027 Tax Budget Expenditures

TOTAL
RESOURCES

11,617,500

Personnel
Appropriations

Other
Appropriations

Total
Appropriations

12/31/27
Estimated
Unencumbered
Balance

1,200,853

6,104,350

7,305,203

4,312,297

896,288
239,100
165,000
4,648,868
1,921,628
1,745,750
81,000
60,000
9,757,634
1,745,750
453,119
126,750
2,325,619
430,000
8,000
1,000
439,000
2,213,229
224,000
1,934,535
50,000
1,547,633
350,997
6,320,394

252,712
802,900
351,632
440,872
2,354,250
4,202,366
90,000
120,000
210,000
300,000
1,341,771
300,000
22,000
543,000
935,665
1,705,000
272,367
379,003
5,798,806

SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
102 STREET MAINTENANCE & REPAIR FUND
112 STATE HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENTS FUND
132 PARKS & RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS FUND
192 COUNTY MOTOR VEHICLE LICENSE FUND
202 MUNICIPAL MOTOR VEHICLE LICENSE FUND
218 Police Levy
222 Fire / EMS Levy
253 TAX INCREMENT EQUIVALENT FUND
255 TIF - CARVANA INDUSTRIAL PARK
256 TIF - MAGNODE INDUSTRIAL PARK
TOTAL SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS

160,000
800,000
200,000
300,000
2,400,000
3,860,000

960,000
710,000
1,670,000

989,000
242,000
165,000
3,840,500
1,352,500
1,700,000
81,000
60,000
8,430,000

1,149,000
1,042,000
165,000
5,000,500
2,362,500
4,100,000
81,000
60,000
13,960,000

320,142
3,805,568
1,438,228
-

576,146
239,100
165,000
843,300
483,400
1,745,750
81,000
60,000

5,563,938

4,193,696

DEBT SERVICE FUNDS
013 General Debt Service Fund
023 Water Debt Service Fund

-

-

1,745,750
453,119

1,745,750
453,119

-

-

126,750
2,325,619

126,750
2,325,619

500,000
120,000
620,000

-

20,000
8,000
1,000
29,000

520,000
128,000
1,000
649,000

300,000
1,100,000
300,000
22,000
640,000
970,000
1,700,000
370,000
390,000
5,792,000

-

2,455,000
127,000
1,900,200
55,000
1,450,000
340,000
6,327,200

300,000
3,555,000
300,000
22,000
767,000
2,870,200
1,755,000
1,820,000
730,000
12,119,200

1,745,750
453,119
126,750

063 Sewer Debt Service Fund
223 Fire Levy - Capital & Debt Fund
TOTAL DEBT FUNDS

-

2,325,619

CAPITAL PROJECTS
234 GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND
251 PROPERTY REHABILITATION FUND
252 MAYOR'S COURT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND
TOTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS

430,000
8,000
1,000
-

439,000

PROPRIETARY FUNDS
ENTERPRISE
025 WATER REPLACEMENT & IMPROVEMENTS FUND
026 WATER REVENUE FUND
027 WATER RATE STABILIZATION FUND
028 UTILITY CREDIT MEMO FUND
036 WATER SYSTEM RESERVE FUND
066 SEWER REVENUE FUND
076 SEWER RESERVE FUND
096 REFUSE REVENUE FUND
166 STORMWATER PHASE II FUND
TOTAL ENTERPRISE FUNDS

1,046,310
710,385
152,133
238,497
2,147,325

1,166,919
224,000
1,224,150
50,000
1,395,500
112,500
4,173,069

INTERNAL SERVICE
890 EMPLOYEE TERMINATION BENEFITS FUND

TOTAL INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS
TOTAL PROPRIETARY FUNDS

200,000
-

-

200,000
5,992,000

-

250,000
106,962
14,907
6,293
1,067
379,229

-

-

200,000
-

100,000

6,327,200

200,000
12,319,200

100,000
2,247,325

-

85,000
5,300
90,300

335,000
106,962
20,207
6,293
1,067
469,529

-

-

-

-

4,173,069

TRUST FUNDS
050 UTILITY DEPOSIT TRUST FUND
224 FIRE DEPOSIT ESCROW FUND
226 CASH BOND DEPOSIT FUND
402 LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND
518 UNCLAIMED MONEYS-TRUST FUND
432 JUSTICE EQUITABLE SHARING FUND
900 INVESTMENT ACCOUNT FUND
TOTAL FIDUCIARY FUNDS
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FUNDS

TOTAL SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FUNDS

-

80,000
5,000
-

-

85,000

100,000
100,000
6,420,394
80,000
5,000
85,000
-

100,000
100,000
5,898,806
255,000
106,962
15,207
6,293
1,067
384,529
-

Staff Report

City Council Meeting Staff Report
Report to:

The Honorable Mayor Ryan Perry & Members of the City Council

Report From:

Matthew L. Mesisklis, Finance Director

Agenda Item:

Tax Budget Approval

Ordinance/Resolution/Motion
Motion

1st Reading Date: 6-18-26
2nd Reading Date:
Motion Date:
Resolution Date:
Public Hearing Date:

Contract

Contract Required: No

Fiscal Impact

Budgeted: Yes
Revenue:
Destination Fund: All

STRATEGIC GOALS
Connected Community
Economic Vitality
Operational Excellence
Strong & Secure Neighborhood
General Operations
Additional Document(s)
Attached:
Please see further, more detailed
information regarding the fiscal impact in
the summary section of this report.

Policy Issue
Does City Council wish to adopt the 2027 Tax Budget and submit to County Budget Commission?
Policy Alternative
The City Council can choose to not approve. Tax budget must be approved by the first meeting in July.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that Council receive this report and approve the presented Tax Budget, or amend
as desired for future approval.
Statutory/Policy Authority
• ORC and the Ordinances of the City of Trenton.
Fiscal Impact Summary
This attached tax budget is statutorily balanced and leaves the City with secure resources to cover its
obligations and cash balance policy, despite no new levy revenues nor residential water/sewer rate
increases. Total Revenues are submitted at $25,831,187 and expenses at $26,433,786. Current
projections show no residential water/sewer rate increases, but 3.6% for larger users, a garbage rate
increase of 4%, and streetlight increase of 1%. Aside from $400,000 in replacement water meters,
large capital items are not expected in 2027, as most of those projects are coming from 2025 and
2026 budgets.
There is a $500k surplus in the General Fund, projected mostly from income tax stabilization,
property tax revaluation, and bringing interest revenues back primarily to the General Fund. Due to
bargaining contracts, the General Fund Police subsidy expects to increase by $360,000 for 2027. To
maintain Fire operations without new levy requests, the General Fund must contribute $600,000 in
2027.
There is a $140k surplus in the Fire Levy Fund, which is after accounting for a doubling (+$300k) of
the General Fund Fire Levy subsidy, as well as continued EMS growth.

Staff Report

Background Information
The City’s Tax Budget is the first glimpse at planned operations for the City in 20267 with current
revenue trends continuing into the next operating year, as well as planned capital projects and
standard inflationary expenses. The Tax Budget must be approved by the County Budget Commission
prior to beginning the Operating Budget process.
Once the County accepts the Tax Budget, the City receives a Certificate of Estimated Resources. That
serves as the resource basis for the 2027 operating budget.

MOTION NO39-2026
A MOTION, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH TELE VAC ENVIRONMENTAL FOR EMERGENCY SEWER
REPAIRS IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE HUNDRED THIRTY EIGHT THOUSAND SEVEN
HUNDRED SEVENTY FIVE DOLLARS ($138,775) AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS RELATED
THERETO.

Motioned by
__ authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with
Tele Vac Environmental to perform emergency sewer repairs in the amount of $138,775 and authorizing the
City Manager to sign all documents related thereto.

Seconded by:
Upon Roll Call, the Vote Resulted as follows:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:

CERTIFICATE
I, the undersigned Clerk of Council for the City of Trenton, Ohio, Ohio, hereby certify that
the foregoing Motion No. 39-2026 is a true and correct copy as passed by the Council of the
City of Trenton, Ohio on the 18th day of June 2026, and that at least a majority of the elected
members voted in the affirmative on said motion.

Clerk of Council

March 19, 2026. Staff Report

City Council Meeting Staff Report
Report to:

The Honorable Mayor Ryan Perry & Members of the City Council

Report From:

Matthew Mesisklis, Finance Director

Prepared By:
Agenda Item: Emergency Sewer Relining

Ordinance/Resolution/Motion
Motion

Contract

1st Reading Date:
Strategic Goals
Connected Community
2nd Reading Date:
Economic Vitality
3rd Reading Date:
Operational Excellence
Motion Date: June 18, 2026
Strong & Secure Neighborhoods
Resolution Date:
General Operations
Public Hearing Date:
Contract Required: Additional Document(s) Attached: Yes
Please see further, more detailed information regarding the
Budgeted: No
fiscal impact in the summary section of this report.
Expenditure:
$138,775
Source Funds: 076
Sewer Reserve

Policy Issue
Does Trenton City Council wish to approve the motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into an
agreement with Tele Vac Environmental to perform emergency sewer improvements on Martin Ct.
Policy Alternatives
Without relining, these lines may need full replacement in the near future.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommend that the City Council receive this report and approve the motion.
Statutory/Policy Authority

•
•

Article III, Legislative Action, of the Charter of the City of Trenton.
ORC and the Codified Ordinances of the City of Trenton.

March 19, 2026. Staff Report

Fiscal Impact Summary
Background Information
A main backup occurred at Martin Ct which requires attention.
This will be the least destructive approach to making the necessary repairs. If we excavate the
sanitary main, we would lose the entire street and then would excavate between two houses at
approximately 20’. Relining the sanitary main would be the safest and more cost-efficient option. I
believe this should happen under an emergency repair so we do not have the potential for any more
sewer backups.
Attached Information
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Tele-Vac Quote

Tele Vac Environmental, Inc.
7611 Easy Street
Mason, OH 45040 US
+15133984521
[email protected]
tele-vac.com

Proposal

ADDRESS

City of Trenton
11 East State Street
Trenton, Ohio 45067-1439
Attn: Accounts Payable
PROPOSAL #

DATE

7031

06/11/2026

PROJECT
Martin Ct SAN CIPP Lining

PROJECT MANAGER
James Kratochvil

DESCRIPTION

QTY

RATE

AMOUNT

Pre-CIPP Lining Sewer Cleaning - Per LF

815

2.50

2,037.50

Pre-CIPP Lining CCTV Television Inspection - Per LF
- To Include Pre Rehabilitation Line Measurement Forms For Liner Order (Physical
Entry Hard Measure Pipe Inverts & Above Grade Walk Wheel Measurements)

815

2.50

2,037.50

Installation 8"x48" Sectional CIPP Pipe Lining Kit (To Include Pre & Post Install
Clean & CCTV) - Per EA
- E5S0003-E5S0004 57LF Downstream Hole Broken & Joint Offset Medium
(Reinstate Tap At 56LF Afterwards)
- E5S0003-E5S0004 124-126LF Downstream Joint Offset Angular
- E5S0003-E5S0004 197LF-202LF Downstream Wandering Holes & Broken Pipe
- E5S0003-E5S0004 224LF Downstream Hole Broken (Reinstate Tap At 223LF
Afterwards)
- E5S0003-E5S0004 240LF Downstream Joint Offset Large
- E5S0004-E5S0153 109LF Downstream Broken (Reinstate Tap At 110LF
Afterwards)
- E5S0004-E5S0153 150LF Downstream Broken (Reinstate Tap At 151LF
Afterwards)
- E5S0004-E5S0153 177LF-184LF Downstream Joint Separated Medium &
Wandering Holes (Reinstate Tap At 178LF Afterwards)

10

4,500.00

45,000.00

By-Pass Pumping Complete - Lump Sum

1

15,000.00

15,000.00

Existing Construction 8" Sanitary Sewer Cured-In-Place-Pipe (CIPP) Lining - Per LF
- To Include Post Rehabilitation CCTV Television Inspection

815

80.00

65,200.00

Post CIPP Lining Service Lateral Tap Reinstatement - Per EA
- E5S0053-E5S0003 Four (4) Tap Connections
- E5S0003-E5S0004 Nine (9) Tap Connections
- E5S0004-E5S50153 Six (6) Tap Connections

19

500.00

9,500.00

For services rendered in conjunction with Trenchless Rehabilitation Cured-InPlace-Pipe (CIPP) Lining of existing construction sanitary sewer per work
performed previously 5/27/2026 & 6/1/2026 by Tele-Vac crew personnel
onsite. Pricing to include mobilization, personnel, equipment, written reports,
and DVD/USB Flash Drive of video inspection files.

TOTAL

Contact - Brad Baker 513-678-7110 | Shon Wells 513-594-3105
Project Location - 445 Martin Court Trenton, Ohio
***PLEASE NOTE THAT CIPP LINING WILL NOT FIX ANY/ALL PORTIONS
WHERE PIPE IS EITHER OUT OF ROUND OR BELLIED WITH LOW SPOT
SAGS PRESENT - LINER WILL TAKE SHAPE OF THE HOST PIPE IT IS
BEING INSTALLED INTRODUCED INTO***

Accepted By

Accepted Date
6-16-2026

Marcos Nichols

$138,775.00

RESOLUTION NO 08-2026
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF SERVICES THE CITY OF TRENTON,
OHIO, WILL PROVIDE TO THE PROPOSED ANNEXATION INTO THE CITY OF
TRENTON, OHIO OF 601.589 +/- ACRES OF LAND, LOCATED IN ST. CLAIR TOWNSHIP
AND MADISON TOWNSHIP, BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO, AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY
WHEREAS, the owners of approximately 601.589 acres of real property, more or less, located in St.
Clair Township and Madison Township, Butler County, Ohio, as described in the document attached
hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit A (the "Property"), desire annexation into the City of
Trenton, Ohio; and
WHEREAS, a petition for annexation of the Property was filed with the Board of County
Commissioners of Butler County, Ohio (the "Board") on __________________, seeking annexation
of the Property pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 709.024; and
WHEREAS, Ohio Revised Code Section 709.024(C)(2) requires that a municipal corporation shall,
by ordinance or resolution, adopt a statement indicated what services, if any, the municipal corporation
will provide to the territory sought to be annexed and an approximate date by which it will provide
them; and
WHEREAS, Council for the City of Trenton, Ohio, supports the proposed annexation and will provide
the services set forth in this Resolution to the Property upon its annexation to the City, as set forth
below.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Trenton, County of
Butler, Ohio:
SECTION 1. The following services will be available and provided by the City of Trenton, Ohio, to
the Property once the City’s resolution or ordinance accepting the annexation becomes
final as provided by law. Such services will be provided by the City of Trenton, Ohio,
as permissible under applicable law, on the terms and conditions, and shall be subject
to the rates, rules and regulations, established by City ordinances, to the same extent
as such are provided to other territory and properties located within the City of Trenton,
Ohio:
A. Sanitary Sewer Services and Potable Water Services;
B. Police Services;
C. Road/Street Maintenance
D. Storm Water Utility Maintenance;
E. Zoning;
F. Fire and EMS Services; and
G. All other public services and utilities to the same extent and under the same
conditions as such services and/or utilities are provided to all other citizens and
properties within the City of Trenton, Ohio.
SECTION 2. The City of Trenton, Ohio agrees that if upon annexation of the Property, a street or
highway as defined in Ohio Revised Code Section 4511.01 will be divided or
segmented by the boundary line between either St. Clair Township or Madison
Township and the City of Trenton as to create a road maintenance problem, the City of
Trenton, Ohio will assume the maintenance of that street or highway.
SECTION 3. The Clerk of the City of Trenton, Ohio is hereby directed to immediately file a certified
copy of this Resolution with the Board of County Commissioners of Butler County,
Ohio within the time period(s) applicable under Ohio Revised Code 709.024.

RESOLUTION NO 08-2026
SECTION 4. That all formal actions of this Council relating to the adoption of this Resolution and
all deliberations of the Council and any of its committees leading to such formal action
were conducted in meetings open to the public, in compliance with the laws of the State
of Ohio, including Ohio Revised Code §121.22.
SECTION 5. This Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the
preservation of the public health, safety, and general welfare of the City of Trenton,
and shall be effective immediately upon its passage for the reason that it establishes
access to utilities and other public services to the Property as otherwise available to
real property located within the City.

PASSED
AYES
ABSENT
First Reading
Second Reading

Ryan Perry
NAYS

Mayor
Rules Suspended
AYES
NAYS_____
ABSENT

ATTEST:
Stanislav Beresford _________________________
CLERK OF COUNCIL
CERTIFICATE
I, the undersigned Clerk of Council for the City of Trenton, Ohio, Ohio, hereby certify that the
foregoing Resolution No. __-2026 is a true and correct copy as passed by the Council of the City of
Trenton, Ohio on the ___ day of _______, 2026 and that at least two-thirds of the elected members
voted in the affirmative on said motion.

__________________________________
Clerk of Council

RESOLUTION NO 08-2026
Exhibit A

EXHIBIT A

RESOLUTION NO 09-2026
A RESOLUTION CONSENTING TO THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF TRENTON,
OHIO CERTAIN TERRITORY PROPOSED TO BE SO ANNEXED PURSUANT TO AN
ANNEXATION PETITION FILED WITH THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO, AS PROVIDED FOR IN OHIO REVISED CODE SECTION
709.024, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
WHEREAS, the owners of approximately 601.589 acres of real property, more or less, situated in St.
Clair Township and Madison Township, Butler County, Ohio, and proposed to be annexed to the City
of Trenton, Ohio (the "Property"), have prepared a petition for annexation pursuant to Ohio Revised
Code Sections 709.021 and 709.024 (the "Petition"); and
WHEREAS, a petition for annexation of the Property was filed with the Board of County
Commissioners of Butler County, Ohio (the "Board") on __________________, seeking annexation
of the Property pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 709.024; and
WHEREAS, Ohio Revised Code Section 709.024(C)(1) provides that, upon the filing of an Expedited
Type 3 annexation petition, City Council may, within thirty days after the date the petition is filed,
adopt and file with the County an ordinance or resolution consenting to the proposed annexation; and
WHEREAS, the City of Trenton, Ohio, supports the proposed annexation and is, on this same date,
adopting a resolution setting forth the services it will provide the territory proposed for annexation,
upon its annexation to the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Trenton, County of
Butler, Ohio:
SECTION 1. The Council of City of Trenton, Ohio hereby consents to the above-referenced
annexation.
SECTION 2. The Clerk of the City of Trenton, Ohio is hereby directed to immediately file a certified
copy of this Resolution with the Board of County Commissioners of Butler County,
Ohio within the time period(s) applicable under Ohio Revised Code 709.024.
SECTION 3. That all formal actions of this Council relating to the adoption of this Resolution and
all deliberations of the Council and any of its committees leading to such formal action
were conducted in meetings open to the public, in compliance with the laws of the State
of Ohio, including Ohio Revised Code §121.22.
SECTION 4. This Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the
preservation of the public health, safety, and general welfare of the City of Trenton,
and shall be effective immediately upon its passage for the reason that it establishes
access to utilities and other public services to the Property as otherwise available to
real property located within the City.

RESOLUTION NO 09-2026

PASSED
AYES
ABSENT
First Reading
Second Reading

Ryan Perry
NAYS

Mayor
Rules Suspended
AYES
NAYS_____
ABSENT

ATTEST:
Stanislav Beresford _________________________
CLERK OF COUNCIL
CERTIFICATE
I, the undersigned Clerk of Council for the City of Trenton, Ohio, Ohio, hereby certify that the
foregoing Resolution No. __-2026 is a true and correct copy as passed by the Council of the City of
Trenton, Ohio on the ___ day of _______, 2026 and that at least two-thirds of the elected members
voted in the affirmative on said motion.

__________________________________
Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO 14-2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 620, FARM ANIMALS, OF THE CODIFIED
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF TRENTON, OHIO
WHEREAS, City Council of the City of Trenton previously enacted Chapter 620 of the Codified
Ordinances to regulate the keeping of chickens and quails within residential zoning districts; and
WHEREAS, Council desires to revise said chapter to increase the number of chickens and quails from
six to twelve; and
WHEREAS, Council desires to revise said chapter to allow for chicken waste to be used as fertilizer
on site.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Trenton, County of
Butler, Ohio:
SECTION 1. That existing Chapter 620 is hereby amended to read as set forth in Exhibit A attached.
SECTION 2. That this Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after the earliest
period allowed by law.
PASSED
AYES
ABSENT
First Reading
Second Reading

Ryan Perry
NAYS

Mayor
Rules Suspended
AYES
NAYS_____
ABSENT

ATTEST:
Stanislav Beresford _________________________
CLERK OF COUNCIL
CERTIFICATE
I, the undersigned Clerk of Council for the City of Trenton, Ohio, Ohio, hereby certify that
the foregoing Ordinance No. 14-2026 is a true and correct copy as passed by the Council of the City
of Trenton, Ohio on the ___ day of ____, 2026 and that at least a majority of the elected members
voted in the affirmative on said motion.

__________________________________
Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO 14-2026

Exhibit A
620.01 DEFINITIONS.
For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates
or requires a different meaning.
(a) “Animals as pets.” Any species of Felis catus (domestic cat) Canis familiaris (dog), and other
animals commonly kept as domestic pets.
(b) “Chicken.” Any species of Gallus domesticus, commonly known as a domestic chicken usually
kept on a farm. This definition does not include other fowl or poultry, such as but not limited to
peacocks, turkeys, waterfowl or Guineafowl.
(c) “Quail.” Any of various small birds of the pheasant family (such as those of the genus Coturnix
or related species) commonly known as quail, which are kept for domestic egg or meat production.
This definition does not include chickens or any other fowl or poultry, such as but not limited to ducks,
geese, turkeys, or pigeons.
(d) “Chicken coop.” An enclosed structure for housing chickens or quail that provides shelter from
the elements and other animals.
(e) “Chicken run.” An enclosed outside run, usually attached to a chicken coop, used for temporary
exercise, grazing, and feeding of chickens or quail between dawn and dusk.
(f) “Exotic animals.” Any cat other than Felis catus; any canine other than Canis familiaris; nonhuman primates; poisonous reptiles; alligators, crocodiles or lizards over two feet long; snakes over
six feet long; bears; kangaroos; eagles; poisonous stinging insects; or arachnids.
(g) “Farm animals.” All species of animals not classified as an exotic animal or an animal as a pet in
these definitions, including but not limited to poultry, swine, cattle, goats, emus, llamas, buffalo, and
horses.
(h) “Free range.” Chickens or quail kept outside a chicken coop or chicken run that remain under
constant supervision by a responsible person or designee.

(i) “Raising of animals.” The care, feeding, and handling of animals as pets, exotic animals, and farm
animals for a hobby or commercial purposes.
620.02 RAISING OF ANIMALS.
Unless otherwise permitted under this chapter, the following prohibitions shall apply:
(a) The raising of farm animals shall not be permitted in any residential district unless the property
consists of five acres or more.
(b) The raising of animals as pets as a commercial venture in residential areas shall not be permitted.

ORDINANCE NO 14-2026

(c) The raising of exotic animals for a hobby or commercial venture is prohibited in any residential
area of the City.
(d) All structures, parking, loading, and landscaping requirements shall conform to the relevant
provisions of Part 12 of this code.
(e) All structures and activity areas, except off-street parking, shall be located no less than 40 feet from
all lot lines.
(f) Minimum standards for parking and loading shall be as required in Chapters 1260 and 1262.
(g) Equipment creating dust, noise, odors, vibration, glare or electrical disturbances is prohibited.
(h) When it is found that certain subdivision regulations are in conflict with this section, the more
restrictive regulations shall apply.

620.03 CHICKENS AND QUAIL.
(a) General. It shall be unlawful to harbor chickens or quail in any area unless all the following
conditions and requirements are met. No other fowl or poultry shall be kept in any residential zoning
district, except as specifically permitted in this section for chickens and quail:
(1) The chickens or quail are harbored on a residential parcel located in an R-E Estate, R-1, or R-2
zoning district containing a minimum of 10,000 square feet of lot area.
(2) No more than six twelve chickens or quail, in any combination, are to be harbored on any parcel.
(3) All chickens or quail shall have access to feed and clean, unfrozen water at all times. The feed and
water shall not be accessible to rodents, wild birds, or predators, including but not limited to dogs,
raccoons, or opossums. All feed shall be stored in a secure, airtight, predator-proof container.
(4) Chicken or quail waste shall be stored in a secure, airtight, predator-proof container and disposed
of weekly with the trash collection service. , or may be used as fertilizer on-site as to not create a
health, safety, and/or sanitation issue.
(5) Chickens or quail shall be harbored for personal use only. No person shall sell or barter eggs or
engage in chicken or quail breeding or fertilized egg production for commercial purposes.
(6) No chickens or quail shall be slaughtered on-site.
(7) No roosters or male quail shall be kept or harbored on the parcel at any time.

ORDINANCE NO 14-2026
(8) From dusk to dawn, all chickens or quail shall be harbored in a single chicken coop (or a similar
coop for quail) located in the rear yard of the parcel, which meets all of the following conditions and
requirements:
A. The coop shall provide shelter to the harbored chickens or quail from weather and predators, contain
a solid roof, and allow for adequate ventilation.
B. The coop shall provide a minimum of two square feet of enclosed space per chicken or quail, but
in no instance shall the total enclosed coop area exceed 200 square feet.
C. The maximum height of the coop shall be no more than seven feet at the highest point of the roof.
D. All entrances to the coop shall have a self-latching gate or door at least three feet above ground
level.
E. The coop shall be maintained and regularly cleaned to control dust, odor, and waste so as not to
create a nuisance, a safety hazard, a health problem, or an unreasonable disturbance to surrounding
properties.
(9) From dawn to dusk, the chickens or quail may free range within the area enclosed by the required
privacy fence described in division 620.03(a)(10) below, or they may occupy a single chicken run (or
a similar run for quail) in the rear yard of the parcel that meets all of the following conditions and
requirements:

A. The run shall provide a minimum of two square feet of outdoor space per chicken or quail, shall
allow adequate ventilation, sunlight, and shade, and shall be impermeable to rodents, wild birds, and
predators (including but not limited to dogs, raccoons, and opossums).
B. The run shall be maintained and regularly cleaned to control dust, odor, and waste so as not to create
a nuisance, a safety hazard, a health problem, or an unreasonable disturbance to surrounding
properties.
(10) A privacy fence with a minimum height of five feet and a maximum height of six feet shall
completely enclose the chicken coop or quail coop, any chicken run or quail run, and any area used
for free range.. The fence shall meet all of the following conditions and requirements:
A. The privacy fence shall be located in the rear yard of the parcel and shall prevent escape of the
chickens or quail and unwanted entry of predators or other animals.
B. The privacy fence shall conform to all applicable fencing requirements contained in Section
1256.11, including any requirement to obtain a separate zoning certificate for the erection of a fence.
C. The area enclosed by the privacy fence shall be maintained and regularly cleaned to control dust,
odor, and waste so as not to create a nuisance, a safety hazard, a health problem, or an unreasonable
disturbance to surrounding properties.
D. The privacy fence, including the area enclosed within, shall be located a minimum of 12 feet from
any lot line and shall not be located in any drainage easement, access easement, utility easement, openchannel drainage easement, or designated flood route.

ORDINANCE NO 14-2026

(11) The City or its designee retains the right to inspect, at any reasonable hour, any area used to harbor
chickens or quail under this section.
(b) Permit.
(1) A. Any person desiring to harbor chickens or quail under this section shall first apply to the City
for a poultry registration permit (for the keeping of chickens and/or quail), together with payment of
a twenty-five-dollar ($25.00) permit fee. As part of such application, the applicant shall provide:

1. The applicant’s full name, address, and contact information.
2. A plot plan drawing of the parcel showing the intended location for any chicken coop or quail
coop, chicken run or quail run, and required privacy fence, including information as to size,
design, setback from property lines, construction materials, and methods of secure installation.
3. The number of chickens and/or quail to be harbored on the parcel.
4. The permit fee, as defined above.
5. Any other information deemed necessary for the Zoning Administrator to consider the
applicant’s request.
B. Any permit granted under this section is non-transferable.
(2) Any permit granted under division 620.03(b) may be revoked upon determination by the Zoning
Administrator that any of the following conditions exist on the permitted parcel:
A. A nuisance exists.
B. An unsafe, unclean, unhealthy, or unsanitary condition exists.
C. Non-compliance with any applicable provision of the Codified Ordinances or the Ohio Revised
Code.
D. Any rooster or male quail is present on the premises.
E. Any sale or barter of eggs, or any chicken or quail breeding operation, or any fertilized egg
production for commercial purposes.
F. Disrepair of any chicken coop, quail coop, chicken run, quail run or required privacy fence.
G. Failure to properly maintain and/or remove waste, urine, or manure/feces of the chickens or quail.
H. Any contamination of a water supply or water runoff from the permit parcel.
I. Excessive noise or odor.
J. Any other condition posing a threat to public health.

ORDINANCE NO 14-2026

620.99 PENALTIES.
Whoever violates or fails to comply with any provision of this chapter is guilty of a minor
misdemeanor and shall be fined not more than one hundred fifty dollars ($150.00). If a person has a
prior conviction of a violation of this chapter, each subsequent violation shall be charged as a
misdemeanor of the fourth degree. A separate offense shall be deemed committed for each animal and
for each day during or on which a violation or noncompliance occurs or continues.

Staff Report

City Council Meeting Staff Report
Report to:

The Honorable Mayor Ryan Perry & Members of the City Council

Report From:

Randy Bridge, Planning and Zoning Administrator

Agenda Item: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 620, Farm Animals, of the Codified Ordinances of the
City of Trenton, Ohio
Ordinance/Resolution/Motion
Section 3.05 of the City Charter:
Refer to the Planning Commission
after first reading by City Council
Contract: No
Fiscal Impact:

1st Reading Date: 04/16/2026
2nd Reading Date:
Motion Date:
Resolution Date:
Public Hearing Date:
Contract Required: No
Budgeted:
Revenue / Expenditure:
Destination Fund:

STRATEGIC GOALS
 Connected Community
 Economic Vitality
 Operational Excellence
 Strong & Secure Neighborhoods
 General Operations
Additional Document(s) Attached:

Policy Issue
The City of Trenton desires to increase the number of chickens and quails within the residential districts
from six to twelve, and to allow waste from these animals to be used as fertilizer on site.
Policy Alternative
Council may elect not to adopt the proposed ordinances and the current rules and regulation, adopted by
Ordinance 14-2025 will remain.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommend that City Council amend this section of code to increase the number of chickens and
quails. Planning and zoning staff have not received more than 3 complaints since the initiating ordinance
passed in 2022, however, staff does receive phone calls requesting information.
Statutory/Policy Authority
City of Trenton Codified Ordinances
Fiscal Impact Summary
Adoption of the proposed ordinances is not expected to result in an immediate fiscal impact. The
ordinances primarily establish regulatory standards and may result in minor administrative costs that can
be accommodated within existing staff resources.
.
Background Information
The City of Trenton adopted Ordinance 12-2022 that established chickens within residential districts. In
2025, Ordinance 14-2025 was passed by City Council to include quails, in addition to chickens, within
residential districts.

ORDINANCE NO 15-2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1258.18 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF TRENTON, OHIO
WHEREAS, it is the desire of City Administration to amend various portions of the City of Trenton
Planning and Zoning Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Trenton, County of
Butler, Ohio:
SECTION 1. That Section 1258.18 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Trenton, Ohio is hereby
deleted in its entirety and replaced with that set forth on Exhibit A, attached hereto and made a part
hereof.
SECTION 2. That this Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after the earliest period
allowed by law.

PASSED
AYES
ABSENT
First Reading
Second Reading

Ryan Perry
NAYS

Mayor
Rules Suspended
AYES
NAYS_____
ABSENT

ATTEST:
Stanislav Beresford_________________________
CLERK OF COUNCIL
CERTIFICATE
I, the undersigned Clerk of Council for the City of Trenton, Ohio, Ohio, hereby certify that
the foregoing Ordinance No. 15-2026 is a true and correct copy as passed by the Council of the City
of Trenton, Ohio on the ___ day of ____, 2026 and that at least two-thirds of the elected members
voted in the affirmative on said motion.

__________________________________
Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE 15-2026
Exhibit A
1258.18 MOBILE FOOD UNITS.
(a) For the purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply:
(1) Mobile Food Service Operation (MFSO): As defined in ORC 3717.01, any operation that
prepares or serves food in individual portions from a movable vehicle or portable structure,
intended for immediate consumption.
(2) Mobile Retail Food Establishment (MRFE): As defined in ORC 3717.01, a mobile unit that
primarily sells food in bulk or pre-packaged forms not intended for immediate individual service.
This includes "Low Risk" vendors utilizing non-mechanical refrigeration such as dry ice.
(1 3) "Mobile Food Unit" (or "Food Truck") means a self-contained, motorized vehicle or trailermounted unit, designed to be readily movable, from which food and beverages are prepared,
cooked, or served for sale to the public. This definition includes food trucks, food trailers, and
similar mobile food vending facilities, but does not include non-motorized stands or pushcarts, or
delivery vehicles. Consistent with the Ohio Fire Code Section 320, this term collectively refers to
any apparatus, equipment, motorized vehicle, trailer, or hand-propelled cart used to cook,
prepare, or serve food that routinely changes location. "Mobile Food Unit" means any selfcontained motorized vehicle, trailer-mounted unit, or portable apparatus designed to be readily
movable and from which food or beverages are prepared, cooked, served, or sold to the public.
For the purposes of this Chapter, a Mobile Food Unit shall refer to either a Mobile Food Service
Operation (MFSO) or a Mobile Food Retail Establishment (MRFE) as defined by ORC 3717.01.
This definition includes food trucks, food trailers, and similar mobile vending facilities.
Consistent with Ohio Fire Code Section 320, this term collectively refers to any equipment,
motorized vehicle, trailer, or hand-propelled cart used to cook, prepare, or serve food that
routinely changes location. This definition does not include standard delivery vehicles not
equipped for food preparation or direct sale.
(2 4) "Operate" or "Operating" a Mobile Food Unit means to park and conduct business (selling
or serving food) from a Mobile Food Unit at a specific location.
(5) “Health Licensor” The board of health of the health district in which the mobile unit's
business headquarters is located, or the district having jurisdiction where the unit first operates in
Ohio.

ORDINANCE 15-2026
(b) Notwithstanding any other provision of the Zoning Code, Mobile Food Units shall be
permitted to operate only in the C-D Downtown Commercial District. C-2 Highway Commercial
District. C-4 Business District Commercial District, P-S Professional Service District, 0 Office
District, 1-P Industrial Park District, 1-G General Industrial District, PUD-C Planned Unit
Development - Commercial, PUD-O Planned Unit Development - Office, PUD-1 Planned Unit
Development - Industrial, PUD-MU Planned Unit Development - Mixed Use (excepting the
residential areas within the development), and only in compliance with the regulations of this
Section. The Zoning Administrator may issue a permit for the temporary operation of a Mobile
Food Unit in any Residential District, provided that public rights-of-way are not impeded and
public safety is maintained.

(c) Mobile Food Units operating on private property must obtain a permit from the City's
Planning and Zoning Administrator prior to operation. The property owner (or authorized tenant)
must consent in writing to the Mobile Food Unit operating on the premises, and such permission
shall accompany any permit application under this Section. A Mobile Food Unit permit may
impose reasonable conditions on placement, hours, or operations to ensure public safety and
neighborhood compatibility. The certificate shall specify the approved location on the lot and the
approved days/hours of operation. Mobile Food Units on private commercial property shall be
situated so as not to occupy required parking spaces for other businesses on site, not to block
building entrances or emergency access, and not to encroach into any public right-of-way. All
private-property operations must also comply with the general operational standards in division
(e) of this Section.

(d) The Zoning Administrator may issue a permit for the temporary operation of a Mobile Food
Unit on public property or right-of-way (including City streets, alleys, parks, or public parking
lots) provided that public use and safety are maintained and subject to the following additional
rules:
(1) The City may designate specific areas on public streets or city-owned lots in the
downtown where food trucks can vend. A Mobile Food Unit shall only operate at the
location and during the times stated in the permit. No permit shall be issued for more than
three (3) days in any consecutive seven-day period for the same location, to prevent
permanent occupation of public space. Permits may be issued for one-time events (single
day) or for recurring weekly events (e.g., a "Food Truck Friday" program), but in no case
shall a single permit allow a food truck to occupy a public space on more than three days
of any week. After the expiration of a permit, the operator must reapply if they wish to
continue operating in public space.

ORDINANCE 15-2026
(2) A Mobile Food Unit must park in a legal parking space or other area approved by the
City. The unit shall not block travel lanes, fire lanes, hydrants, driveways, or sidewalks. A
clearance of at least 4 feet on the sidewalk for pedestrians must be maintained if vending
on a sidewalk or adjacent to one. A Mobile Food Unit shall comply with any posted time
limits or parking rules unless explicitly exempted by permit.

(3) No Mobile Food Unit operating on public property shall be located within 100 feet of
the primary public entrance of any open restaurant or cafe, unless the restaurant owner
has provided written consent. Similarly, no Mobile Food Unit shall not block the
storefront of any retail business during that business's operating hours without consent.
The Zoning Administrator may waive the distance requirement during sanctioned
citywide events or festivals where streets are closed and multiple vendors and businesses
coordinate.

(e) The following rules apply to all Mobile Food Units operating in the City under this section,
whether on public or private property:
(1) A Mobile Food Unit operator must possess and display a valid mobile food service
license from the Butler County Health Department and comply with all Ohio health
codes. Every mobile food unit operator shall possess and maintain a current, valid
license for either a Mobile Food Service Operation or a Mobile Retail Food
Establishment, issued by a local health district (such as the Butler County Health
Department) in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3717. Such license must be
kept active throughout the duration of the operation within the City of Trenton; any
suspension, revocation, or expiration of said license shall result in the immediate and
automatic voiding of the operator's city permit.
(2) A Mobile Food Unit shall be equipped with at least one functioning fire extinguisher
and shall meet all Ohio Fire Code requirements for mobile food units. A Mobile Food
Unit operator shall allow the City Fire Department to inspect the unit at any time it is in
operation.
(2 3) A Mobile Food Unit may conduct sales only between 7:00 a.m. and I0:00 p.m.,
unless a different time frame is specifically authorized by the permit. No vending to the
public shall occur before or after the permitted hours. A Mobile Food Unit must cease
operations at the end of allowed hours and close serving windows.
(3 4) Noise from generators or music associated with a Mobile Food Unit must be kept to
a minimum and comply with the City's noise regulations.

ORDINANCE 15-2026
(4 5) A Mobile Food Unit shall not remain at an operating site overnight. On private
property, the unit must be removed at the close of business each day (unless the prope1iy
owner has given explicit permission for after-hours storage and such storage is not
otherwise prohibited). On public property, the unit must vacate the site by the time the
permit expires each day and shall not park overnight on any street or public lot.
(5 6) A Mobile Food Unit operator is responsible for keeping the area around the food
truck clean and free of trash, grease, and food debris. A trash receptacle shall be provided
for customers, and all waste must be removed by the operator. Dumping of gray water,
grease, or any waste onto the street, sidewalk, or drains is strictly prohibited. At the end
of each operating day, the operator must clean up all trash generated by their business
within a 20-foot radius. Failure to leave the site clean may result in revocation of permits
or fines.
(6 7) One portable menu sign or board is allowed near a Mobile Food Unit during
operating hours, not to exceed 6 square feet in area, and it shall not obstruct pedestrians.
Tables, chairs, or canopies for customer use are not permitted on public sidewalks or
rights-of-way without special permission (they may be allowed on private property with
the property owner's consent, provided they do not block required parking or pedestrian
access).

(f) The Zoning Administrator is authorized to administer and enforce the provisions of this
Section in conjunction with other City departments. The Administrator shall review Mobile Food
Unit applications and may approve, deny, or conditionally approve such applications to ensure
compliance with this Code.

(g) City officials may inspect a Mobile Food Unit for compliance at any time during operations.
If a food truck is found to be violating any provision of this section or any permit condition, the
City may issue a Mobile Food Unit operator a stop operation order or revoke its Mobile Food
Unit permit. Violations of this section are punishable under Chapter 1280 of the Trenton Codified
Ordinances.

Staff Report

City Council Meeting Staff Report
Report to:

The Honorable Mayor Ryan Perry & Members of the City Council

Report From:

Randy Bridge, Planning and Zoning Administrator

Agenda Item: An Ordinance Amending Section 1258.18 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of
Trenton, Ohio.
Ordinance/Resolution/Motion
Section 3.05 of the City Charter:
Refer to the Planning Commission
after first reading by City Council
Contract: No
Fiscal Impact:

1st Reading Date: 04/16/2026
2nd Reading Date:
Motion Date:
Resolution Date:
Public Hearing Date:
Contract Required: No
Budgeted:
Revenue / Expenditure:
Destination Fund:

STRATEGIC GOALS
 Connected Community
 Economic Vitality
 Operational Excellence
 Strong & Secure Neighborhoods
 General Operations
Additional Document(s) Attached:

Policy Issue
Impact: The ordinance, Subsection (e)1a, currently requires a 'mobile food service license' issued from
Butler County, Ohio. However, this is not an official license classification under Ohio law. The State of
Ohio recognizes two primary license types for mobile food operations:
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Mobile Retail Food Establishment(MRFE)
Mobile Food Service Operation (MFSO)

The use of a non-statutory term may create ambiguity in enforcement, as operators may hold valid stateissued licenses that do not match the terminology used in the local code.
Ordinance Numbering: Ordinance Number 34-2025, approved by City Council on September 18, 2025,
established Section 1258.17 Mobile Food Units, within the Planning and Zoning Code. Under Subsection
(e)1A, the current language states that “A mobile food unit operator must possess and display a valid mobile
food license from the Butler County Health Department and comply with al Ohio health codes. However,
Ohio Revised Code Section 3717.23 states that “A mobile food retail establishment license issued by one
licensor shall be recognized by all other licensures in this state.”
Policy Alternative
Council may elect to not adopt the proposed amendment; however, this would contradict ORC 3717.
Staff Recommendation
It is recommended that the ordinance be amended to reference the correct Ohio license types. This is a
minor technical correction and does not require changes to the overall structure, zoning provisions, or
operational standards of the ordinance.

Staff Report

Statutory/Policy Authority
Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Chapter 713 and the City of Trenton Charter, the City is authorized to
adopt and amend zoning regulations. Section 3.05 of the Chater, allows City Council to refer this
amendment request to the Planning Commission immediately after the first reading of the legislation.
Fiscal Impact Summary
Adoption of the proposed ordinances is not expected to result in an immediate fiscal impact. The
ordinances primarily establish regulatory standards and may result in minor administrative costs that can
be accommodated within existing staff resources.
.
Additional Information
City Council approved Ordinance 34-2025, Mobil Food Unit Regulations, establishing Section 1258.17 of
city code. Later, it was determined that Ordinance 02-2025 had already assigned Section 1258.17 to
Solar Energy Systems. Ordinance 48-2025 recognized this as a scrivener’s errors and changed Section
formally assigned 1258.18 to Mobile Food Unit Regulations.
Attachments
Ordinance xx-2026

ORDINANCE NO 17-2026
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE EDITING AND INCLUSION OF CERTAIN
ORDINANCES AS PARTS OF THE VARIOUS COMPONENT CODES OF THE CODIFIED
ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF NEW MATTER IN THE UPDATED
AND REVISED CODIFIED ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF
SUCH NEW MATTER; REPEALING ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT
THEREWITH; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, American Legal Publishing has completed its annual updating and revision of the
Codified Ordinances of the City; and
WHEREAS, various ordinances of a general and permanent nature that have been passed by Council
since the date of the last updating and revision of the Codified Ordinances (April 17, 2025) have been
included in the Codified Ordinances of the City; and
WHEREAS, certain changes were made in the Codified Ordinances to bring City law into conformity
with State law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Trenton, County of
Butler, Ohio:
SECTION 1. That the editing, arrangement and numbering or renumbering of the following
ordinances are hereby approved as parts of the various component codes of the
Codified Ordinances of the City, so as to conform to the classification and numbering
system of the Codified Ordinances.
Ord. No.

Date

C.O. Section

14-2025

7-17-25

620.01 to 620.03, 620.99

24-2025

7-17-25

892.01 to 892.27, 892.99

27-2025

8-21-25

1252.14

28-2025

8-21-25

1256.11

33-2025

9-18-25

870.66

34-2025

9-18-25

1258.18

35-2025

9-18-25

1044.01

39-2025

10-16-25

205.03

40-2025

10-16-25

1046.01

42-2025

11-6-25

1248.01

43-2025

11-6-25

1264.02

44-2025

11-6-25

1264.06

45-2025

11-6-25

1252.17

46-2025

11-20-25

48-2025

12-18-25

Repeals 222.07; 222.12, 222.13
1258.18

ORDINANCE NO 17-2026
Ord. No.

Date

C.O. Section

49-2025

12-28-25

1610.01

52-2025

1-8-26

276.01 to 276.05

04-2026

2-19-26

210.02

11-2026

3-19-26

210.02

SECTION 2. That the following sections of the Codified Ordinances are or contain new matter in
the Codified Ordinances and are hereby approved, adopted and enacted:
432.30, 442.01, 452.05, 606.10, 612.08, 612.09, 618.01, 618.02, 618.03, 618.04,
618.05, 618.06, 618.07, 618.08, 618.09, 618.10, 618.11, 618.12, 618.13, 618.14,
618.15, 618.16, 618.17, 618.18, 618.19, 618.20, 618.21, 618.22, 618.23, 618.24,
624.01, 624.14, 624.19, 630.01, 642.01, 642.08, 642.33
SECTION 3. That pursuant to Section 3.07 of the City Charter. By a majority vote of the members
of Council, the Council may cause the ordinances and resolutions of the City to be
revised, codified, recodified, rearranged, or published in book form. Such revisions,
codification, recodification, rearrangement or publication of ordinances and
resolutions in book form shall be immediately effective upon approval of a majority
vote of the members of Council, and may contain new matter therein. The Clerk of
Council shall cause a notice of such proposed revision, codification, recodification,
recodification, rearrangement or publication of ordinances to be posted on the City web
site, and copies available at Civic Hall within the City at least seven days prior to the
final approval thereof by the Council, and no further publication shall be necessary. A
current service supplementing such revision, codification, recodification,
rearrangement or publication of ordinances and resolutions in book form shall be
maintained in the manner prescribed by the Council.
SECTION 4. That all ordinances and resolutions or parts thereof which are in conflict or inconsistent
with any provision of the new matter adopted in Section 2 of this ordinance are hereby
repealed as of the effective date of this ordinance except as follows:
(a) The enactment of such sections and subsections shall not be construed to affect a
right or liability accrued or incurred under any legislative provision prior to the
effective date of such enactment, or an action or proceeding for the enforcement
of such right or liability. Such enactment shall not be construed to relieve any
person from punishment for an act committed in violation of any such legislative
provision, nor to affect an indictment or prosecution therefor. For such purposes,
any such legislative provision shall continue in full force notwithstanding its repeal
for the purpose of revision and codification.
(b) The repeal provided above shall not affect any legislation enacted subsequent to
March 19, 2026.

ORDINANCE NO 17-2026
SECTION 5. That this ordinance is declared to be necessary for the operation of the City Government
of the City of Trenton, Ohio, in that the City needs an up-to-date code of ordinances
with which to administer the affairs of the City and to enforce law and order, and this
ordinance, therefore, shall take effect immediately upon its passage by Council.
PASSED
AYES
ABSENT
First Reading
Second Reading

Ryan Perry
NAYS

Mayor
Rules Suspended
AYES
NAYS_____
ABSENT

ATTEST:
Stanislav Beresford_________________________
CLERK OF COUNCIL
CERTIFICATE
I, the undersigned Clerk of Council for the City of Trenton, Ohio, Ohio, hereby certify that the
foregoing Ordinance No. 17-2026 is a true and correct copy as passed by the Council of the City of
Trenton, Ohio on the 9th day of July, 2026 and that at least two-thirds of the elected members voted in
the affirmative on said motion.

__________________________________
Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO 18- 2026
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT AREA AGREEMENT AND A COMPENSATION
AGREEMENT, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
WHEREAS, the City of Trenton, Ohio (the “City”) has determined to encourage the development of
real property located in the area designated as the City of Trenton Community Reinvestment Area (the
“CRA”); and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Trenton, Ohio, by Resolution No. 17-2025 adopted July
17, 2025, created the CRA; and
WHEREAS, the Developer identified and defined in the Agreements described below, has acquired
certain real property located within the CRA and as depicted in the Community Reinvestment Area
Agreement as the “Project Site”; and
WHEREAS, the City and the Developer desire to enter into a Community Reinvestment Area
Agreement (the “CRA Agreement”), attached hereto as Exhibit A, under which the City will provide,
subject to the terms and conditions of the CRA Agreement, a real property tax exemption applicable
to the assessed valuation of new structures constructed on the Project Site; and
WHEREAS, the City and the Developer also desire to enter into a Compensation Agreement (the
“Compensation Agreement”), attached hereto as Exhibit B, under which the Developer will make, or
cause to be made, certain payments for the benefit of the school districts and the City; and
WHEREAS, this Council has determined that the CRA Agreement and the Compensation Agreement
are related components of the same economic development transaction for the Project, are in the best
interest of the City and will promote the public purpose of encouraging investment, development,
infrastructure planning, job creation, and economic development within the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Trenton, Ohio:
SECTION 1. That the Community Reinvestment Area Agreement, attached hereto as Exhibit A, and
the Compensation Agreement, attached hereto as Exhibit B (collectively, the
“Agreements”), are hereby approved in substantially the forms attached hereto, with
such non-substantive changes, corrections, completion of blanks, and conforming
revisions as the City Manager determines to be necessary or appropriate and not
adverse to the City.
SECTION 2. That the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to execute the Agreements
and to take all necessary administrative actions to implement and carry out said
Agreements.
SECTION 3. That this Council hereby ratifies and confirms all prior actions taken by the City
Manager and any other City officials in connection with negotiating and preparing the
Agreements.
SECTION 4. All formal actions of this Council related to this Ordinance and all deliberations of
Council and of any of its committees that resulted in such formal action were in
meetings open to the public in compliance with all legal requirements, including
Section 121.22 of the Revised Code.
SECTION 5. That this Ordinance is hereby declared to be an emergency measure, necessary for the
immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and welfare of the City, and
to timely facilitate the Project, enable the City to execute and implement the
Agreements in compliance with applicable statutory timelines, and promote economic

ORDINANCE NO 18- 2026
development and infrastructure planning within the City, and therefore this Ordinance
shall take effect immediately upon its passage.
PASSED
AYES
ABSENT
First Reading
Second Reading

Ryan Perry
NAYS

Mayor
Rules Suspended
AYES
NAYS_____
ABSENT

ATTEST:
Stanislav Beresford _________________________
CLERK OF COUNCIL
CERTIFICATE
I, the undersigned Clerk of Council for the City of Trenton, Ohio, Ohio, hereby certify that the
foregoing Ordinance No. 18-2026 is a true and correct copy as passed by the Council of the City of
Trenton, Ohio on the 9th day of January, 2026 and that at least two-thirds of the elected members voted
in the affirmative on said motion.

__________________________________
Clerk of Council

ORDINANCE NO 18- 2026
Exhibit A

ORDINANCE NO 18- 2026
Exhibit B

COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT AREA AGREEMENT
(Project Accordion)
This agreement, including all of its attached exhibits (the “Agreement”), is made and entered
into as of ___________, 2026 (the “Effective Date”), by and among the CITY OF TRENTON,
OHIO, a municipal corporation in the State of Ohio, through the Trenton City Council (the “City”)
and [PROLOGIS L.P.], a ________ limited partnership (together with any permitted successors,
assigns or transferees, referred to herein as the “Developer”). The City and the Developer may be
collectively referred to herein as the “Parties” or individually as a “Party.”
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the City has determined to encourage the development of real property and the
acquisition of personal property located in the area it has designated as the City of Trenton
Community Reinvestment Area (the “CRA” or the “Area”); and
WHEREAS, the Developer has acquired or intends to acquire in one or more phases the real
property contained within the CRA described and depicted on Exhibit A attached hereto (the “Project
Site”), and intends to develop and construct (in one or more phases) on that Project Site one or more
data center(s) as well as certain buildings, structures and infrastructure for administrative, accessory,
supporting, associated or related uses, such as (but not limited to) offices and utility buildings,
structures and appurtenances together with related site improvements (collectively, the “Project,”
with each individual building or structure within the Project being referred to herein as a “Building”),
with the combined square footage of the Buildings estimated to total approximately 800,000 to
1,000,000 square feet, provided that the appropriate development incentives are available to support
the economic viability of the Project; and
WHEREAS, the City, through its City Council, by Resolution No 17-2025 adopted July
17, 2025, created the area designated as the CRA, and thereafter: (i) transmitted a copy of the
resolution and map of the CRA to the Director of the Ohio Department of Development, and (ii)
published the resolution in a newspaper of general circulation in the City once a week for two
consecutive weeks, each in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 3735.66; and
WHEREAS, the Director of the Ohio Department of Development has assigned to the CRA
a unique designation by which the area shall be identified for purposes of Ohio Revised Code Sections
3735.65 to 3735.70 (collectively, the “CRA Statute”); and
WHEREAS, the City, having the appropriate authority for the Project, desires to provide the
Developer with the incentives set forth herein to support the development of the Project on the Project
Site; and
WHEREAS, the City, subject to the terms of this Agreement, has agreed to provide the
Developer with a fifteen (15) year, 75% real property tax exemption applicable to the construction of
each Building on the Project Site (collectively, the “Exemptions”); and

WHEREAS, the Developer intends to convey or lease the Building(s) or parts thereof and
the land upon which the Building is constructed to one or more future owners (each an “Owner”;
collectively the “Owners”), which Owners and/or their lessees shall be the parties whom equip and
occupy the Building(s) and employ workers at the Project; and
WHEREAS, the City’s Housing Officer, duly designated under Ohio Revised Code Section
3735.65, has reviewed the Agreement Application and has recommended the approval of the same to
the City Board of Commissioners on the basis that the Developer is qualified by financial
responsibility and business experience to create and preserve employment opportunities in the Area
and improve the economic climate of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Project Site is located: (i) in the Edgewood City School District (the “School
District”), and (ii) in the district of the Butler Technology and Career Development Schools(the
“JVSD”), a joint vocational school district, and the School District and the JVSD, each through their
respective boards of education, have been notified in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Sections
3735.67, 3735.671 and 5709.83, and have been given a copy of this Agreement and the Agreement
Application; and
WHEREAS, the City and Developer have agreed to enter into a compensation agreement
(“Compensation Agreement”), substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit B, in order to
provide compensation to the City, the School District and the JVSD; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to pass a TIF Resolution and the Parties intend to enter into a
separate tax increment finance agreement (“TIF Agreement”), pursuant to which, in accordance with
the requirements of Ohio Revised Code Sections 5709.77 through 5709.81, the parcels on the Project
Site shall be subject to a real property tax exemption to be set forth in the TIF Resolution and TIF
Agreement (the “TIF Exemption”); and
WHEREAS, the City and the Developer intend for the Exemptions set forth in this Agreement
to precede the TIF Exemption on each parcel of real property, and for the Exemptions in this
Agreement to take priority over any real property tax exemption granted pursuant to Ohio Revised
Code Sections 5709.77 through 5709.81; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the CRA Statute, the City Council has, by Resolution No. ____2025, adopted on ________, 2025, approved the terms of this Agreement and consented to the
approval and execution of this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the CRA Statute and in conformance with Ohio Revised Code
Section 3735.671(B), the Parties hereto desire to set forth their agreement with respect to matters
hereinafter contained.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter contained and the
benefit to be derived by the Parties from the execution hereof, the Parties herein agree as follows:
1.

Project and Project Investment.
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a.
The Developer intends to develop and construct (in one or more phases) on the Project
Site one or more data center Buildings as well as certain buildings, structures and infrastructure for
administrative, accessory, supporting, associated or related uses, such as (but not limited to) offices
and utility buildings, structures and appurtenances together with related site improvements
(collectively, the “Project,” with each individual building or structure within the Project being referred
to herein as a “Building”). No machinery, equipment, furniture, fixtures or inventory owned by the
Developer exists at the Project Site prior to execution of this Agreement or is held at another location
in the State of Ohio and is to be relocated to the Project Site.
b.
The Developer shall use commercially reasonable efforts to construct an initial data
center Building (the “First Building”) with a minimum gross building square footage of two hundred
thousand (200,000) square feet. The Developer approximates that the total capitalized cost (including
but not limited to, construction costs, on-site infrastructure costs and equipment costs) of the First
Building will be at least $600,000,000. Other Buildings for administrative, accessory, supporting,
associated or related uses may also be constructed at various times and are not included in the estimate
for the First Building. The Developer shall use commercially reasonable efforts to obtain a temporary
certificate of occupancy for the First Building by December 31, 2027. The City agrees that the
Developer will not be deemed to be in breach of its obligations under this Section if the Developer
obtains a temporary certificate of occupancy for the First Building by December 31, 2028.
c.
The Developer shall use commercially reasonable efforts to construct a second data
center Building (the “Second Building”) with a minimum gross building square footage of two
hundred thousand (200,000) square feet. The Developer approximates that the total capitalized cost
(including but not limited to, construction costs, on-site infrastructure costs and equipment costs) of
the Second Building will be at least $600,000,000. Other Buildings for administrative, accessory,
supporting, associated or related uses may also be constructed at various times and are not included
in the estimate for the Second Building. The Developer shall use commercially reasonable efforts to
obtain a temporary certificate of occupancy for the Second Building by December 31, 2028.The City
agrees that the Developer will not be deemed to be in breach of its obligations under this Section if
the Developer obtains a temporary certificate of occupancy for the Second Building by December 31,
2029.
d.
The Developer may elect to construct additional data center Buildings and/or other
Buildings in addition to the First Building and Second Building. Any such additional Buildings shall
be eligible for Exemptions as provided in Section 4 of this Agreement.
e.
The investment amount estimates and the costs associated with the Project may
increase or decrease significantly and do not necessarily equal taxable value. Except as specifically
set forth in subsections (b) and (c) above regarding minimum square footage requirements and
Building delivery dates, the assumptions and estimates provided in this Section are good faith
estimates and shall not be construed in a manner that would limit the amount or term of the
Exemptions (as defined in Section 4 of this Agreement).
f.
The City acknowledges that it has no right to compel the Developer to commence or
complete construction of any Building within the Project.
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2.
Job Creation. The Developer currently estimates that by December 31, 2035, there
will be created at the Project Site approximately One hundred twenty (120) new full-time jobs (i.e.,
at least 35 hours/week), with an annual payroll of approximately $5,000,000. No employee positions
currently exist at the Project Site and therefore no employee positions will be retained due to
construction of the Project. The estimates provided in this Section are good faith estimates
provided pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 3735.671(B) and shall not be construed in a
manner that would limit the amount or term of the Exemptions (as defined in Section 5 of this
Agreement). The Parties to this Agreement recognize that the employment and any payroll
estimates associated with the Project may increase or decrease significantly. The Parties to this
Agreement also recognize that the employees at the Project Site may be employed by any Owners
or tenants or their contractors, or one or more entities that control an Owner or tenant, are
controlled by an Owner or tenant, or are under common control with an Owner or tenant. The
Developer currently has no full-time, part-time, permanent or temporary positions at other sites in
the State of Ohio.
3.
Collective Bargaining Agreement Commitment. Developer shall use commercially
reasonable efforts to ensure that, to the extent sufficient expertise and labor are available, not less
than six and a half percent (6.5%) of the total labor hours performed in connection with the
construction of the Project are performed by workers employed under a collective bargaining
agreement. The foregoing percentage shall apply on a Project-wide basis and shall not be construed
to require that any individual building or phase of the Project independently satisfy the six and a
half percent (6.5%) threshold. Developer shall include with each Annual Report (as defined below)
a good-faith assessment of its progress towards meeting the commitment described in this Section
3. The assessment shall be summary in nature and shall not require disclosure of proprietary
information, including pricing and individual subcontractor identities.
4.
Information for Tax Incentive Review Council. The applicable Tax Incentive Review
Council (the “Council”) shall annually review this Agreement pursuant to Ohio Revised Code
Section 5709.85(C)(1). To facilitate that annual review, not more than once each calendar year during
the term of this Agreement, the Developer shall provide, or cause to be provided, to the Council any
information reasonably required by the Council to evaluate, pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section
5709.85(C)(1), the Developer’s compliance with the Agreement. The current form of annual report
used by the Council is attached hereto as Exhibit C (the “Annual Report”). The Annual Report shall
be due no earlier than March 30 each year during the term of this Agreement, and in the event the
Developer fails to timely submit the Annual Report in any year, the Developer shall be entitled to a
grace period of at least thirty (30) days to submit the Annual Report after receiving written notice of
such failure. The City shall request that the Council only require the Developer to report the
information identified on the Annual Report, as may be updated by the Council from time to time.
5.
Real Property Tax Exemption for Project. Upon receipt of a real property tax
exemption application (form of Exemption Application attached hereto as Exhibit D) filed by a
Building owner with the Housing Officer designated by the City after substantial completion of
any Building on the Project Site, certifying the facts contained therein (as required by the City)
regarding that Building (regardless of the phase of the Project in which such Building is built), the
City shall as soon as practicable undertake the verifications and make the certifications required
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to grant a 75% real property tax exemption for that Building for a period of fifteen (15) years
(each an “Exemption,” and collectively for more than one Building, the “Exemptions”). For each
qualifying Building on the Project Site, the Exemption commences the first year for which the real
property would first be taxable were that property not exempted from taxation. No Exemption
shall commence after tax year 2036 (i.e., tax lien date January 1, 2036) nor extend beyond tax year
2050 (i.e., tax lien date January 1, 2050). Pursuant Ohio Revised Code 3735.67(A), the Parties
agree to, in good faith, discuss amending this Agreement and the term of the Exemptions set forth
hereunder if the Project is expected to be owned or occupied by a megaproject operator at any time
throughout the duration of this Agreement. Each Exemption shall apply irrespective of whether
the real property is owned by the Developer, or, in accordance with and subject to Section 14 of
this Agreement, by any Permitted Transferee (as defined herein). The Developer acknowledges that
the Exemption with respect to Building on the Project Site is subject to and conditioned upon the
filing of the tax exemption application by the Building owner with the Housing Officer designated
by the City.
6.
City Council Approval. The Developer and the City acknowledge that this Agreement
must be approved by formal action of the legislative authority of the City as a condition for the
Agreement to take effect, and as set forth in the recitals, this Agreement has been approved by
resolution of the Trenton City Council.
7.
Waiver of Fees. The Developer shall not be required to pay any annual fees under
this Agreement and any such fees are hereby waived.
8.
Payment of Non-Exempt Taxes. The Developer shall pay such real property taxes
and equivalents as are not exempted under this Agreement and are charged against the Project and
shall file all tax reports and returns as required by law. If the Developer fails to pay such taxes or file
such returns and reports, and such failure is not corrected within thirty (30) days after the Developer’s
receipt of written notice thereof from the City, the Exemptions granted under this Agreement are
rescinded beginning with the year for which such unpaid taxes are charged or such unfiled reports or
returns are required to be filed and thereafter. The provisions in this Section are subject to Ohio
Revised Code Section 5709.85, and except as expressly set forth below, nothing in this Agreement
restricts or limits the Developer’s right to contest the valuation of the Project or the Project Site under
Ohio Revised Code Sections 5715.13 and 5715.19 or to contest any other Ohio state or local tax
matters. Notwithstanding the foregoing, solely with respect to the valuation of the land component of
the Project Site and expressly excluding any valuation of improvements or other taxable interests, if
the School District or City files or prosecutes a tax valuation complaint or appeal pursuant to Ohio
Revised Code Section 5715.19 seeking to establish the true value of the land at an amount not to
exceed Eight Million Fifty Thousand Dollars ($8,050,000), the Developer agrees that, for a period of
five (5) years following the date of the Developer’s acquisition of the Project Site, it shall not oppose,
contest, or appeal such land valuation or any resulting determination. The Developer agrees to
provide supporting documentation for informational purposes only as reasonably requested by the
School District, City, or its counsel, including copies of the recorded deed, settlement statement, and
purchase agreement (with confidential or proprietary terms redacted as permitted by law), to
substantiate the arm’s-length nature and consideration of the transaction in accordance with Ohio
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for informational purposes only and does not establish market value or waive appeal rights other than
as described in the preceding sentence.
9.
City Cooperation to Claim and Maintain Exemption. The City shall perform such acts
as are reasonably necessary or appropriate to effect, claim, reserve, and maintain the Exemptions
including, without limitation, joining in the execution of all documentation and providing any
necessary certificates required in connection with the Exemptions.
10.
Continuation of Exemption under Certain Circumstances. If for any reason the CRA
designation expires, the Director of the Ohio Department of Development revokes certification of the
Area, or the City revokes the designation of the Area, this Agreement shall nevertheless continue in
effect in accordance with its terms and (i) any Exemption previously granted under Section 5 of this
Agreement for a Building shall continue for the number of years specified under this Agreement, and
(ii) Exemptions yet to be granted but provided for under Section 5 shall be granted by the City in
accordance with the terms of this Agreement. The preceding sentence shall not apply to
circumstances where the Developer materially fails to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement
beyond all applicable notice and cure periods and the City terminates or modifies the Exemptions
pursuant to Section 11 of this Agreement. Except for any amendment, rescission, revocation,
modification, suspension or termination otherwise permitted under this Agreement, the City agrees
that it will not amend or revoke the CRA designation as to the Project Site, or modify the Exemptions
available under that designation for any Building on the Project Site, unless otherwise mandated by
Ohio law.
11.
Termination or Modification of Exemption. If the Developer materially fails to fulfill
its obligations under the Agreement, and such failure remains uncured for a period of sixty (60) days
after the receipt of written notice thereof by the Developer from the City, or if the City determines
that the certification as to delinquent taxes required by this Agreement is fraudulent, the City may
terminate or modify the exemptions from taxation granted under the Agreement, from the date of such
material failure. The termination, suspension, or modification of exemptions under this Section 11 is
the City’s sole remedy for a material failure by the Developer under this Agreement. For the
avoidance of doubt, the preceding sentence will not limit the City’s respective remedies specified in
Sections 8 and 18 of this Agreement. Developer will not be deemed in default or otherwise in
violation of any term of this Agreement to the extent Developer’s action, inaction or omission is the
result of a Force Majeure Event. Developer agrees to use commercially reasonable efforts to promptly
resolve any Force Majeure Event that adversely and materially impacts its performance under this
Agreement. A Force Majeure Event pauses Developer’s performance obligation for the duration of
the Force Majeure Event but does not excuse it. “Force Majeure Event” means any event or
occurrence that is not within the control of Developer or its affiliates and prevents Developer from
performing its obligations under this Agreement, including without limitation, any act of God; act of
a public enemy; war; riot; sabotage; blockage; embargo; failure or inability to secure materials,
supplies or labor through ordinary sources by reason of shortages; labor strike, lockout or other labor
or industrial disturbance (whether or not on the part of agents or employees of Developer or its
affiliates); epidemic; pandemic; partial or complete unavailability or failure of utilities; civil
disturbance; terrorist act; power outage; fire, flood, windstorm, hurricane, earthquake or other
casualty; any law, order, regulation or other action of any governing authority; any action, inaction,
order, ruling moratorium, regulation, statute, condition or other decision of any governmental agency
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having jurisdiction over Developer or the Project Site other than the City unless such action or inaction
by the City would give rise to a writ of mandamus.
12.
Certification of No Delinquent Taxes. The Developer hereby certifies that at the time
this Agreement is executed, (i) the Developer does not owe any delinquent property taxes to any
taxing authority of the State of Ohio, and does not owe delinquent taxes for which the Developer is
liable under Chapter 5735, 5739, 5741, 5743, 5747, or 5753 of the Revised Code, or, if such
delinquent taxes are owed, the Developer currently is paying the delinquent taxes pursuant to an
undertaking enforceable by the State of Ohio or an agent or instrumentality thereof, (ii) has not filed
a petition in bankruptcy under 11 U.S.C. 101, et seq., and (iii) no such petition has been filed against
the Developer. For the purposes of this certification, delinquent taxes are taxes that remain unpaid on
the latest day prescribed for payment without penalty under the chapter of the Ohio Revised Code
governing payment of those taxes.
13.
Further Representations. As of the Effective Date, the Developer affirmatively
represents that it does not owe: (i) any delinquent taxes to the State of Ohio or a political subdivision
of the State; (ii) any moneys to the State or a state agency for the administration or enforcement of
any environmental laws of the State; and (iii) any other moneys to the State, a state agency or a
political subdivision of the State that are past due, whether the amounts owed are being contested in
a court of law or not.
14.
Restrictions on Assignment or Transfer. This Agreement is not transferable or
assignable without the express written approval of the City, which shall not be unreasonably withheld
or delayed. The City and the Developer acknowledge that the exact legal and financing structure used
by the Developer in developing, equipping and operating the Project may include additional legal
entities; therefore, the City hereby approves the assignment or transfer of this Agreement, in whole
or in part, to (i) any entity that controls the Developer, is controlled by the Developer, or is under
common control with the Developer (control may include majority ownership, operational or other
functional control, or both), (ii) any entity resulting from the merger or consolidation of or with the
Developer, (iii) any person or entity which acquires all (or substantially all) of the assets of the
Developer, (iv) any successor of the Developer by reason of public offering, reorganization,
dissolution, or sale of stock, membership or partnership interests or assets, (v) any data center end
user that acquires all or a portion of the Project Site, or (vi) in connection with any financing
transaction entered into for the Project, including, but not limited to, any financing transaction under
Ohio Revised Code Chapter 4582 (each a “Permitted Transferee”). For any assignment and/or
transfer, the Permitted Transferee will execute and deliver to the City an assumption agreement. As
used herein, “Prior Owner” means, as of any point in time, any person or entity which shall have been,
but is not then, the person or entity in control of the Project Site, or any portion thereof, as owner.
Upon delivery to the City of the assumption agreement, each Prior Owner will be released from
liability for any default or violation occurring after the date of the change in ownership or control by
which that Prior Owner became a Prior Owner, as such change is reflected in the assumption
agreement.
15.
Legal Authority; Binding Effect. The Parties to this Agreement respectively represent
and covenant that each is legally empowered to execute, deliver and perform this Agreement and to
enter into and carry out the matters contemplated by this Agreement. The Parties further respectively
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represent and covenant that this Agreement has, by proper action, been duly authorized, executed and
delivered by the Parties. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the Parties
hereto and their respective permitted successors and assigns.
16.
Notices. Any notices, statements, acknowledgements, consents, approvals,
certificates or requests required to be given on behalf of any Party to this Agreement shall be made
in writing addressed as follows and sent by (i) registered or certified mail, return receipt requested,
and shall be deemed delivered when the return receipt is signed, refused or unclaimed, or (ii) by
nationally recognized overnight delivery courier service, and shall be deemed delivered the next
business day after acceptance by the courier service with instructions for next-business-day
delivery:
If to the City, to:
City of Trenton, Ohio
11 E. State Street
Trenton, Ohio 45067
Attention: City Manager
With a copy to:
Fox & Ziepfel, LLC
215 Main Street, Suite B
Hamilton, Ohio 45013
Attention: Nick Ziepfel
If to the Developer, to:
[Prologis L.P.]
and
[Tenant, at the address provided to the Parties when Tenant is identified.]
With a copy to:
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP
52 East Gay Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Attention: Chris Knezevic
or to any such other addresses as may be specified by any Party, from time to time, by prior written
notification.
17.
Validity. The Developer and the City are prohibited from challenging the validity of
this Agreement or the CRA. In that regard, the Developer and the City each waive any defects in any
proceedings related to the CRA or this Agreement. If the validity of the CRA or this Agreement is
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challenged by any entity or individual, whether private or public, the Developer and the City shall
advocate diligently and in good faith in support of the validity of the CRA and this Agreement.
18.
Revocation of Exemptions. The Exemptions from real property taxation granted
under this Agreement shall be revoked if it is determined that the Developer, any successor to the
Developer or any related member (as those terms are defined in division (E) of Ohio Revised Code
Section 3735.671) has violated the prohibition against entering into this Agreement under division
(C) of Ohio Revised Code Section 3735.671 or Section 5709.62, 5709.63 or 5709.632, as such
division or either of those sections are in effect as of the Effective Date prior to the time prescribed
by that division or either of those sections.
19.
No False Statements. The Developer represents and warrants, as of the Effective Date,
the Developer has not knowingly made any false statements to the City or failed to provide any
information required by Ohio Revised Code Section 9.66(B) concerning an application for economic
development assistance in connection with this Agreement. The Developer acknowledges that
whoever, in an application for economic development assistance (including but not limited to an
application for a real property tax exemption under the CRA Statute), knowingly makes a false
statement or fails to provide any information required by Ohio Revised Code Section 9.66(B) shall
be ineligible for any future economic development assistance from the State of Ohio, any State agency
or a political subdivision under Ohio Revised Code Section 9.66(C)(1).
20.
Termination. Unless terminated earlier pursuant to its terms, this Agreement shall be
in full force and effect until December 31 of the later of (i) 2050, or (ii) the year following the last tax
year for which an Exemption remains in effect, after which this Agreement and the obligations of all
Parties hereto shall terminate. The Developer has the right to terminate this Agreement for any reason
or no reason by delivering a signed writing to the City at least thirty (30) days prior to the desired
termination date.
21.
Anti-Corruption. In connection with the negotiation and performance of this
Agreement, the City represents, warrants and covenants that it has complied and will continue to
comply with all applicable anti-corruption laws, rules, and regulations, including by using any
payments or other investments provided by the Developer solely for the purposes stated in this
Agreement and not in any way, directly or indirectly, that would constitute bribery, an illegal
kickback, an illegal campaign contribution, or would otherwise violate any applicable anti-corruption
laws. If the City becomes aware of any violation or suspected violation of this Section 21 of the
Agreement, it shall provide prompt written notice to the Developer, setting forth the relevant facts
and circumstances. The City will, consistent with applicable laws, cooperate with the Developer in
good faith to review any suspected violations of this Section 21 of the Agreement, including by
providing the Developer with reasonable access to relevant documentation. Notwithstanding any
other provision in this Agreement, the Developer may immediately terminate this Agreement if the
City is in breach of any of its obligations under this Section 21 of the Agreement.
22.
Estoppel Certificate. Within fifteen (15) days after the written request of the
Developer, the City shall execute and deliver to the Developer or any proposed purchaser, mortgagee
or lessee of the Project Site, a certificate stating: (i) that the Agreement is in full force and effect, if
the same is true; (ii) that the Developer is not in default under any of the terms, covenants or conditions
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of the Agreement, or, if the Developer is in default, specifying same; and (iii) such other matters as
the Developer reasonably requests.
23.
No Personal Liability. No covenant, obligation, representation or agreement is
deemed to be a covenant, obligation, representation or agreement of any present or future member,
officer, agent or employee of Parties other than in his or her official capacity, and neither officers or
employees of the City, members of the legislative authority of the City, nor any officers or employees
of the Developer executing this Agreement are liable personally under this Agreement or subject to
any personal liability or accountability by reason of the execution thereof or by reason of the
covenants, obligations or agreements of the Parties contained in this Agreement. With respect to any
proceeding or action arising out of or in any way related to this Agreement (whether in contract, tort,
equity or otherwise) the Parties knowingly, intentionally, and irrevocably waive their right to trial by
jury.
24.
Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of
which shall be deemed to be an original, and all of which together shall constitute one and the same
Agreement.
25.
Titles. The Parties have inserted the section titles in this Agreement only as a matter
of convenience and for reference, and those titles in no way define, limit, extend or describe the
scope of this Agreement or the intent of the Parties in including any particular provision in this
Agreement.
26.
Severability. If any provision of this Agreement or the application of any such
provision to any person or any circumstance shall be determined to be invalid or unenforceable,
then such determination shall not affect any other provision of this Agreement or the application
of such provision to any other person or circumstance, all of which other provisions shall remain
in full force and effect; and, if any provision of this Agreement is capable of two constructions one
of which would render the provision valid, then such provision shall have the meaning which
renders it valid.
27.
Third-Party Beneficiaries. Except as expressly provided in this Section 27, this
Agreement is entered into solely for the benefit of the Parties and their respective permitted
successors and assigns, and no other person or entity will be deemed to be a third-party beneficiary
of this Agreement or have any right to enforce any provision hereof. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, the Parties expressly acknowledge and agree that Amazon Data Services, Inc., a
Delaware corporation, or any affiliate thereof that is a lessee of all or any portion of the Project
Site (collectively, the “Lessee”), is an intended third-party beneficiary of this Agreement; provided
that Lessee is the sole tenant of the Project Site. The Lessee will have the right to enforce, in its
own name, any provision of this Agreement that confers a benefit or imposes an obligation that
relates to or affects the Lessee, including without limitation provisions relating to the availability,
maintenance, continuation, or reinstatement of the real property tax exemptions and the City’s
cooperation obligations related thereto. The Parties shall not amend, modify, or terminate this
Agreement in any manner that would materially diminish or adversely affect the Lessee’s rights
as a third-party beneficiary under this Section 27 without the prior written consent of the Lessee.

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28.
Public Records; Confidentiality. The Developer acknowledges and agrees that this
Agreement is a public record subject to disclosure under the public records laws of the State of
Ohio. The City acknowledges and agrees that Ohio public records laws exempt from disclosure
certain types of records, materials and information, as set forth in the Ohio Revised Code (e.g.
R.C. Sections 122.36, 122.75, 149.43(A)(1), 149.433, 149.45, 718.13, 1333.61 et seq., 5703.21,
5711.101). The City agrees to use adequate safeguards to maintain the security and confidentiality
of those exempt records. The City may disclose records, or such portions of records, which are
not exempt from Ohio public record laws to the extent required by law, provided that the City
shall: (a) give the Developer written notice at least five (5) business days prior to responding to all
records requests related to the Developer or the Project; (b) reasonably cooperate with the
Developer in responding to any such records requests; (c) disclose in response to such requests
only such records, or portion of records, as are required to be disclosed under Ohio public records
laws; and (d) redact, omit or refuse to provide any records not required to be disclosed under such
public records law. Nothing in this Agreement shall be interpreted as being contrary to the Ohio
Public Records Act (Ohio Revised Code Section 149.43).
29.
Applicable Law. This Agreement and all related documents are governed by, and
to be construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Ohio, without giving effect to any
conflict of laws provisions thereof to the extent such principles or rules would require or permit
the application of the laws of any jurisdiction other than those of the State of Ohio. To the extent
permitted by the laws of the State of Ohio, this Agreement and all related documents shall be
construed in accordance with law and any applicable regulations in effect as of the Effective Date.
30.
Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the
Developer and the City pertaining to the subject matter contained herein and supersedes all other prior
or contemporaneous agreements or understandings between the Developer and the City in connection
with such subject matter.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have caused this Agreement to be executed by their
duly authorized representatives to be effective as of the Effective Date.
CITY OF TRENTON, OHIO
By:
Its:
Date: _____________________________
Approved As To Form:
___________________, Prosecuting Attorney
Date: _____________________________
[PROLOGIS L.P.]
By:
Its:
Date: _____________________________

Exhibit A to Community Reinvestment Area Agreement

Description and Depiction of Project Site

[To be attached]

A-1

Exhibit B to Community Reinvestment Area Agreement
Compensation Agreement

[To be attached]

C-1

Exhibit C to Community Reinvestment Area Agreement
Annual Report

[To be attached]

Exhibit D to Community Reinvestment Area Agreement
Exemption Application

[To be attached]

COMPENSATION AGREEMENT
(Prologis Project)
This Compensation Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into effective the
last date signed below (the “Effective Date”) by and between [Prologis Entity], a Delaware limited
liability company, its affiliates, successors, nominees and/or assigns (collectively, the
“Developer”); and the City of Trenton, Ohio, a municipal corporation of the State of Ohio through
its City Council (the “City”).
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the Developer intends to develop and construct (in one or more phases) one or
more data center(s) as well as certain buildings, structures and infrastructure for administrative,
accessory, supporting, associated or related uses, such as (but not limited to) offices and utility
buildings, structures and appurtenances together with related site improvements (collectively, the
“Project,”) on real property within the City of Trenton, the Edgewood City School District (the
“Local School District”), and the Butler County Joint Vocational School District (the “JVSD”, and
together with the Local School District, the “School Districts”), as depicted in Exhibit A attached
hereto (the “Project Site”), provided that the appropriate development incentives are available to
support the economic viability of the Project; and
WHEREAS, in connection with the construction of the Project, pursuant to Ohio Revised
Code (“R.C.”) Section 3735.671, the City of Trenton, Ohio (the “City”) desires to enter into a
community reinvestment area agreement with the Developer (the “CRA Agreement”), under which
the City is providing a fifteen (15) year, 75% exemption for the assessed valuation of new structures
at the Project Site; and
WHEREAS, in order to provide support to the City and the School Districts to account for,
in part, foregone revenues from the exemptions provided pursuant to the CRA Agreement, the
Developer desires to provide certain compensation to the City and the School Districts; and
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and covenants contained herein and
the benefit to be derived by the parties from the execution hereof, the receipt and sufficiency of
which are hereby acknowledged, the parties herein agree as follows:
Section 1.
School Districts Payment. As consideration for the City’s approval of the
CRA Agreement, the Developer or one of its affiliates shall pay directly to the School Districts a
one-time payment equal to a total of one million dollars ($1,000,000) (the “School Payment”). The
School Payment shall be made within thirty (30) days after the Developer commences vertical
construction of a building or structure on the Project Site (the “Payment Date”). Notwithstanding
the foregoing, a payment made by Developer’s tenant or an affiliate of Developer’s tenant will
satisfy the Developer’s obligation under this Section 1. The School Payment shall be allocated to
the Local School District and JVSD proportionally based on the tax year 2024 millages of the Local
School District and the JVSD. The combined tax year 2024 millages of the Local School District
and the JVSD equal 32.26732 (30.33732 + 1.93) (the “Total School Millage”); therefore the Local
School District’s percentage of the Total School Millage is 94.02% and the JVSD’s percentage of
the Total School Millage is 5.98%. As a result, Developer shall pay $940,200 ($1,000,000 x

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94.02%) directly to the Local School District and $59,800 ($1,000,000 x 5.98%) directly to the
JVSD on or before the Payment Date. Within five (5) days of making the School Payment, the
Developer shall provide the City with written evidence of such payments, which evidence may
include wire transfer confirmations, cancelled checks, or receipts from the School Districts. All
payments made under this Agreement are nonrefundable once made. Neither the Developer,
Developer’s tenants, nor their respective affiliates will be responsible or liable for any use,
distribution, or failure to use or distribute the proceeds of any School Payment by the School
Districts or City Payment (defined below) by the City.
Section 2.
City Payment. As additional consideration for the City’s approval of the
CRA Agreement, and in recognition of the increased demand on the City’s water system resulting
from the Project, the Developer or one of its affiliates shall pay into the City’s Water Capital
Improvement Fund for water system capital maintenance and improvements, a one-time payment
equal to two hundred thousand dollars ($200,000) (the “City Payment”). The City Payment shall be
made on or before the Payment Date. Notwithstanding the foregoing, a payment made by
Developer’s tenant or an affiliate of Developer’s tenant will satisfy the Developer’s obligation
under this Section 2. The method of payment for the City Payment shall be mutually agreed upon
by the City and the Developer. Within five (5) days of payment, the City will provide the Developer
with a written receipt confirming payment.
Section 3.
Water and Sewer Capacity ERU Purchase. In order to secure and reserve
sufficient water and sewer system capacity for the Project Site, and to enable the City to effectively
plan and manage its municipal water and sewer systems in connection with the Project, the
Developer or one of its affiliates shall, as part of the City's standard permitting and tap fee process,
purchase from the City the following Equivalent Residential Units ("ERUs") at the following perunit prices:
(a)

Water Capacity. Six hundred seventeen (617) Water ERUs at a price of Four
Thousand Dollars ($4,000.00) per ERU, for a total purchase price of Two Million
Four Hundred Sixty-Eight Thousand Dollars ($2,468,000.00); and

(b)

Sewer Capacity. Two hundred sixty-three (263) Sewer ERUs at a price of Eight
Hundred Dollars ($800.00) per ERU, for a total purchase price of Two Hundred
Ten Thousand Four Hundred Dollars ($210,400.00).

The ERU purchases described in this Section 3 shall be made in connection with and as part of the
City's issuance of the first building permit for vertical construction of a building or structure on
the Project Site. All payments made pursuant to this Section 3 are nonrefundable once made. In
the event the Project requires water or sewer capacity in excess of the ERUs purchased pursuant
to this Section 3, the Developer shall purchase such additional ERUs at the City's then-current perunit rates in effect at the time of such additional purchase. The Developer shall not be required to
purchase any additional ERUs beyond the quantities set forth in this Section 3 unless and until the
actual demands of the Project exceed the total capacity represented by the ERUs initially purchased
hereunder.
Section 4.
Failure to Make Payment; Construction Commencement. If the Developer
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for a period of thirty (30) days after the receipt of written notice thereof by the Developer from the
City, the Developer shall be in default under this Agreement, which default shall also constitute a
default under the CRA Agreement. Any payment not made when due shall bear interest at the rate
per annum determined pursuant to ORC § 5703.47 then in effect from the date due until paid. The
Developer shall comply with the construction commencement requirements set forth in Section 1
of the CRA Agreement. A failure by the Developer to satisfy such requirements resulting in the
termination of the CRA Agreement shall simultaneously terminate this Agreement, and neither
party shall have any further obligation hereunder. In the event that the City and the Developer fail
to enter into a CRA Agreement for the Project, then this Agreement shall be void and the parties
shall be free from any obligations under it.
Section 5.
Assignment. The parties recognize that the exact legal and financing
structure used by the Developer in developing, equipping and operating the Project may include
additional legal entities and may evolve prior to and during the development of the Project.
Accordingly, this Agreement and the benefits and obligations hereof may be assigned in whole or
in part by the Developer to: (a) any entity that holds a fee ownership interest in the Project; (b) any
entity that leases a majority of the rentable area of the Project; or (c) any parent entity or affiliate of
an entity described in clause (a) or clause (b), and the City hereby approves of any such assignments
of this Agreement; provided, however, that (i) the City shall receive written notice of all such
assignments no later than 10 days after the effective date of each assignment, and (ii) any assignee
must expressly agree in writing to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Any
purported assignment that does not meet the requirements of this Section 4 shall not be effective.
Section 6.
Notices. All payments, certificates and notices which are required to or may
be given pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be delivered by
(a) personal delivery, (b) certified United States mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, or
(c) nationally recognized overnight courier service. Notices shall be deemed given upon receipt if
personally delivered, three (3) business days after mailing if sent by certified mail, or one (1)
business day after deposit with an overnight courier, addressed to the following:
If to the City, to:
City of Trenton, Ohio
11 E. State Street
Trenton, Ohio 45067
Attention: City Manager
With a copy to:
Fox & Ziepfel, LLC
215 Main Street, Suite B
Hamilton, Ohio 45013
Attention: Nick Ziepfel
If to the Developer, to:

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[Prologis L.P.]
and
[Tenant, at the address provided to the Parties when Tenant is identified.]
With a copy to:
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP
52 East Gay Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Attention: Chris Knezevic
Section 7.
Severability of Provisions. The invalidity of any provision of this
Agreement shall not affect the other provisions of this Agreement, and this Agreement shall be
construed in all respects as if any invalid portions were omitted.
Section 8.
Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in any number of
counterparts, all of which taken together shall constitute one and the same instrument, and any
party to this Agreement may execute this Agreement by signing any such counterpart.
Section 9.
Governing Law; Venue. This Agreement shall be governed by and
construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio. Any action or proceeding arising out
of or relating to this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Butler County, Ohio,
or the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, and each party irrevocably
submits to the jurisdiction of such courts. With respect to any proceeding or action arising out of or
in any way related to this Agreement (whether in contract, tort, equity or otherwise) the Parties
knowingly, intentionally, and irrevocably waive their right to trial by jury.
Section 10.
Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement
between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and
contemporaneous agreements, negotiations, and understandings, whether written or oral. This
Agreement may not be amended or modified except by a written instrument signed by both parties.
Section 11.
No Waiver. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall constitute
a waiver of any other provision or of the same provision on any future occasion. No failure or
delay by either party in exercising any right hereunder shall operate as a waiver thereof.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be executed as of
the Effective Date.

CITY OF TRENTON, OHIO

By:
Its:
Date: _____________________________

Approved As To Form:

___________________, Law Director
Date:

_____________________________

[PROLOGIS L.P.]

By:
Its:
Date: _____________________________

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EXHIBIT A
Depiction of Project Site

(attached hereto)