On the agenda: Trenton meeting — data center (May 21)

City of Trenton
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
May 21st, 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. Deacon Larry Gronas
ROLL CALL
PRESENTATIONS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES

1. Minutes of the May 7th, 2026, Council Work Session
2. Minutes of the May 7th, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
CONSENT AGENDA
CORRESPONDENCE

1. April Financial Snapshot
AUDIENCE OF PUBLIC
UNFINISHED BUSINESS

1. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 222.04 OF THE CITY OF TRENTON CODE
OF ORDINANCES. (Second Reading)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
NEW BUSINESS
LEGISLATION

1. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF A THREE-YEAR
SUCCESSOR COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT NEGOTIATED BETWEEN
THE CITY OF TRENTON, OHIO AND THE OHIO PATROLMEN’S BENEVOLENT
ASSOCIATION FULL-TIME DISPATCHERS, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
EXECUTION OF SAID COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT, AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. (First Reading, Suspend Rules)
AUDIENCE OF COUNCIL
ADJOURNMENT

City Council Work Session Agenda MINUTES
May 7th, 2026
6:30 pm
1. Finance Director, Matthew Mesisklis
a. Discuss Legislation
i. Regarding an Ordinance amending section 222.04 of the City of
Trenton Code of Ordinances. (First Reading)
1. Mr. Mesisklis presented a first reading regarding proposed
amendments to the City’s investment ordinance. Mr. Mesisklis
explained that the ordinance has been revised multiple times in
recent years to address where investment earnings from
treasury investments are deposited. He stated that the City
recently issued a large bond related to the municipal building
project, and certain language in the current ordinance conflicts
with bond requirements mandating that investment earnings
associated with those bonds be deposited into a specific fund.
He noted that staff has already been operating in compliance
with those requirements administratively, but the ordinance
itself needs to be updated to align with the bond language. Mr.
Mesisklis stated that the proposed ordinance would provide
greater flexibility moving forward and reduce the need for
repeated amendments. He further explained that the proposal
would redirect the majority of treasury investment earnings
away from the Capital Improvement Fund and back into the
General Fund. He noted that the Capital Improvement Fund is
expected to remain sustainable for the next decade due to
current and pending PILOT revenues supporting the City’s
capital plan. According to Mr. Mesisklis, redirecting investment
earnings into the General Fund would allow the City to further
support the police and fire levies, which he described as
operationally stable but historically underfunded from a cash
balance standpoint. He stated that the change would help
extend the long-term sustainability of those levy funds while
maintaining current operations.

2. Police Chief, Patrick Carr
a. Discuss Motion
i. Regarding a motion to authorize the lease of a vehicle from ACME auto
leasing, LLC, to be utilized by the police department at a cost of
$21,480.00
1. Chief Carr presented a motion requesting approval for the
prepayment of a two-year lease for a specialized vehicle for the
Police Department. Chief Carr explained that the vehicle is a
non-traditional, non-police package vehicle intended for use in a
specialized assignment connected to an agreement with the
federal government involving a task force officer position. He
stated that the two-year lease term would allow the City and
Police Department to evaluate the long-term benefit of the
assignment to the City, residents, and department before
making any permanent commitment. Chief Carr noted that he
preferred leasing the vehicle rather than purchasing it outright
so that, at the conclusion of the lease period, the City could
reassess whether to continue the assignment, extend the lease,
select a different vehicle, or discontinue the program
altogether. He also stated that many government entities utilize
the same leasing company, Acme, and jokingly remarked that
the company name reminded him of the fictional “Acme”
company associated with Wile E. Coyote. Chief Carr further
explained that, because the vehicle is not a traditional police
package vehicle, it was readily available. He stated that staff
had delayed moving forward with the lease until the proposal
could first be presented to Council. Although a finalized lease
document was not yet available, Chief Carr indicated that, if
approved, the lease agreement would subsequently be provided
to Finance Director Mesisklis for review. During council
discussion, members expressed support for the proposal,
specifically noting appreciation for the City’s decision to lease
the vehicle rather than immediately purchase it outright.

3. Service Director, Brad Baker
a. Discuss Motion
i. Regarding a motion authorizing the City Manager to sign change order
No. 2 increasing the Trenton Square Collector Roadways project
budget by $503,681.75 amending Trenton Square Collector Roadways
project budget to reflect a revised total project cost of $3,191,873.01.
The additional cost is required to construct duke energy duct bank
infrastructure needed to support the new city/YMCA facilities and
residential development within Trenton Square Project.
1. Mr. Baker presented a motion for Change Order No. 2 related to
the SCES collector road project involving Silver Construction.
Mr. Baker explained that the engineer’s estimate for the overall
project was approximately $4,065,561, while the contract was
ultimately awarded for approximately $2,682,926 following the
competitive bid process. He noted that there had previously
been a small $5,000 change order and that the proposed
change order before council totaled approximately $53,000.
Mr. Baker emphasized that, even with the additional change
orders, the project remained more than $1.4 million below the
engineer’s original estimate. He explained that the change
order specifically related to electrical conduits required for Duke
Energy infrastructure serving the new municipal building,
collector roads, commercial outlots, and associated north-south
and east-west utility corridors. According to Mr. Baker, the
conduit work was not included in the original contract because
the City had not yet received finalized utility prints from Duke
Energy when the construction documents were initially
prepared. He stated that the prints were only obtained several
weeks prior and that revised utility requirements, prevailing
wage costs, and updated Duke specifications significantly
increased the overall cost. Mr. Baker noted that, unlike a
traditional private development where a developer would
absorb those costs, the City itself was functioning as the
developer for the roadway project. He stressed that the conduit
work was critical to keeping the municipal building project and
collector road improvements moving forward because electrical
service could not be installed without the conduits. During
discussion, council members clarified that staff anticipated
some level of conduit expense but did not have an exact figure
at the time the original bids were received due to the lack of
finalized Duke Energy plans. Mr. Baker also stated that the City
budgeted above the engineer’s estimate in anticipation of
potential unforeseen costs and confirmed that funding was
available within the project budget to cover the additional
expense. Council members complimented the contractor’s work

and discussed the competitive bidding process, with Mr. Baker
noting that multiple bids were received within a similar range
and that Silver Construction had been the lowest and best
bidder. During additional discussion, a council member
complimented the use of rubber mulch at the roundabout
landscaping areas, noting that it appeared to be working well
and could reduce long-term maintenance costs. Mr. Baker
responded that the mulch is certified playground-grade
material, environmentally friendly, and carries a 10-year color
warranty, which should result in long-term savings for the City.
Councilman Nichols later asked whether there were plans to
replace the playground mulch at Community Park near the
swing sets. Mr. Baker responded that the playground areas had
recently been replenished with traditional wood chip mulch and
stated that residents would notice a significant improvement at
the park.
4. City Manager, Marcos Nichols
a. Discuss Legislation
i. Regarding a resolution to cancel a maintenance bond for Elk-Creek
section 9 (First Reading, Suspend Rules)
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
1. Mr. r Nichols explained that staff identified an outstanding
maintenance bond associated with the Elk Creek Subdivision
that should have been released in 2025, describing the matter
as administrative cleanup. He stated that the legislation would
release the 2024 maintenance bond totaling $4,143.36 and
noted that Public Works Director Brad Baker and staff had
confirmed that all punch list items had been completed for
some time. Mr. Nichols then reviewed several updates related
to the Trenton Square and municipal building projects. He
stated that the precast wall panels were nearly complete, with
roof and structural steel work underway. He also reported that
the site water main loop had been connected and flushed, with
purity testing completed and approved, making water service
fully operational throughout the site. Mr. Nichols stated that

meetings were scheduled regarding the final design and
responsibility assignments for Basin No. 3 and related off-site
improvements. He further noted that electric poles and
pedestals had been removed, the concrete island on Edgewood
Drive had been removed and temporarily paved with asphalt
pending the final surface course, and slotted storm drains on
the south side of State Street were prepared for replacement.
Traffic signal pole foundations were also being installed at West
State Street and Wayne Madison Road. He added that rightin/right-out concrete islands had recently been poured on State
Street and that sidewalk installation on the north side of State
Street was ongoing. Regarding the splash pad project, Mr.
Nichols stated that Majors had presented a proposed solution
to the previously identified concrete finish issue. He explained
that the City and engineers would evaluate the repair once
completed and noted that the contractor agreed to extend the
warranty on the “tough coat” finish from one year to two years.
He added that sidewalks surrounding the splash pad and trail
connections were now being poured, placing the project back in
motion. Mr. Nichols also reported that the elevated water tower
project had completed the three-foot-thick stem wall and
footers and that crews were now backfilling around the
structure and preparing utility connections and concrete
foundation work. As part of transportation improvements, Mr.
Nichols announced that the East State Street urban paving
project was tentatively scheduled to begin in early July and
conclude around early November. He explained that the paving
would extend from South State Street to the bridge and noted
that the City successfully worked with Ohio Department of
Transportation to extend the paving limits beyond the city
boundary to include the bridge area. He further stated that
Fillmore Paving had been awarded the project through ODOT
District 8. Mr. Nichols additionally reported that the federal
authorization to advertise the City’s EV charging station project
had been delayed until the first quarter of federal fiscal year
2027. He also stated that staff had met with Cougar Electric
regarding electrical upgrades at Founders Park and were
awaiting scheduling from a directional boring contractor. Lastly,
Mr. Nichols reported that an agreement had been executed with
the Safe Haven Baby Boxes for the Safe Haven Baby Box project
and that staff was working to finalize the placement location at
the fire station with minimal remodeling required.

5. Council Comments and Questions.
Mayor Perry – noted stated that a resident had recently approached him regarding
the condition of an alleyway located behind their home where their garage is
situated. Mayor Perry explained that after personally viewing the alley, he believed it
likely had not been significantly improved since it was originally constructed in the
1950s. He shared that the resident understood the alleyway was not a major
roadway but expressed concern that the current condition of the pavement would
make it difficult to safely drive a classic car over the surface. Mayor Perry asked
whether there were any cost-effective options available to improve the condition of
the alleyways. Public Works Director Brad Baker responded that many of the City’s
alleyways have been patched repeatedly over the years and have deteriorated to the
point where patching is no longer effective. Mr. Baker explained that many alleys
would ultimately need to be milled out and fully repaved rather than temporarily
repaired with asphalt mix or gravel. Mayor Perry acknowledged that the City’s primary
roadway system understandably takes priority over alleyways but noted that many of
the alleys are in poor condition and suggested possibly incorporating one alley
reconstruction project per year into future paving budgets if feasible. Mr. Baker
stated that staff could look into that possibility. Mayor Perry then raised a second
topic involving requests from the Trenton Soccer Association to advertise fundraising
events on the City’s electronic message board. Mayor Perry stated that while the City
has traditionally avoided advertising outside fundraisers or nonprofit events, he
believed there may be value in discussing whether Trenton-related nonprofit
organizations should be permitted to utilize the board. He acknowledged, however,
that allowing one organization could create expectations from many others and
stated that any policy would need clearly defined parameters. During discussion,
council members noted that organizations such as the Edgewood Baseball
Association operate within City park facilities and could potentially be considered
community partners for messaging purposes. Discussion also included whether
churches and other nonprofit organizations would qualify under any future policy. City
Manager Nichols stated that if the City moved forward with allowing outside nonprofit
messaging, the guidelines would need to remain narrow so that the City’s own
messaging would not become diluted by outside advertisements. Mr. Nichols stated
that he would work with Mr. Beresford over the coming weeks to develop
recommendations and best practices regarding electronic sign messaging policies
and bring those ideas back to council during a future work session for discussion.
Toward the conclusion of the discussion, a council member asked whether any
conversations had taken place regarding the future of the electronic message board
once the City transitions into the new municipal building. Mr. Nichols responded that
no formal discussions with council had yet occurred regarding the long-term future of
the sign or broader transition planning, stating that his current focus remained on
keeping ongoing municipal projects moving forward before fully evaluating those
future operational decisions.

Motion – The Work Session Meeting Be Adjourned
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Vice Mayor Croucher_______ 2nd Ms. Montgomery_ Time: 6:55 PM
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Proffitt, Roark, Butts
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
a.

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Council motioned unanimously to move to executive session.

Motion – That executive session be adjourned, and the meeting be adjourned.
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Mr. Roark _______ 2nd Mayor Perry_ Time: 7:27 PM
YAYS: Perry, Montgomery, Nichols, Proffitt, Roark, Butts
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT: Croucher

*Agenda is subject to change

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City of Trenton
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
May 7th, 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, Roark, Montgomery, Butts (7)
Absent:
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PRESENTATIONS

1. City Attorney Nick Ziepfel
a. Mr. Ziepfel provided a presentation regarding the annexation process under
Ohio Revised Code Chapter 709 and the required statement of municipal
services resolution that would accompany any future annexation petition. Mr.
Ziepfel stated that no annexation petition had been filed at this time and that
administrative items, including legal descriptions and property owner
confirmations, were still being finalized. He explained that once a petition is filed
with the county, the City and Township receive notice within five days, and the
City is required to adopt a statement of services resolution within twenty days
after notice. He noted that due to the short statutory timeline, the resolution
would likely need to be adopted as emergency legislation in order to meet the
requirements of Chapter 709. Mr. Ziepfel explained that the statement of
services resolution is required by the Ohio Revised Code and identifies the
municipal services that would be provided to the territory if annexation is
approved, generally addressing zoning services, police and fire protection, water
and sewer services, roads, stormwater, and other municipal services. Mr. Ziepfel
reviewed the current zoning classifications applicable to the approximately 600acre area located in St. Clair Township and Madison Township, noting that the
property is currently zoned M-2 General Industrial under Butler County and
township zoning regulations. He stated that under the current township zoning,
a broad range of industrial uses are permitted or conditionally permitted,
including warehouses, chemical manufacturing, salvage yards, explosives
manufacturing, poison manufacturing, and corrosive acid manufacturing. He
explained that if annexed, the property would become subject to the City’s
zoning regulations and development review procedures. Mr. Ziepfel further
explained that annexation itself would not automatically establish zoning
classifications for the property and that following annexation, the property would
still be required to go through the City’s zoning classification process, including
Planning Commission review, public hearings, and City Council consideration. He
reviewed portions of the City’s existing General Industrial and IT Infrastructure
and Technology zoning districts and discussed standards related to setbacks,
landscaping buffers, height limitations, outdoor storage restrictions, and

City of Trenton
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
May 7th, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
operational standards. Mr. Ziepfel discussed police, fire, and EMS services,
noting that mutual aid agreements currently allow emergency services to
respond to areas outside the City when necessary. He explained that if annexed,
City police and fire departments would participate in development review,
inspections, emergency operations planning, and code compliance activities
associated with future development on the property. Mr. Ziepfel also reviewed
water and wastewater service requirements, stating that under City ordinances,
properties located within the City with access to municipal water and sewer
services are generally required to connect to those systems. He noted that
outside municipal boundaries, state regulations may permit certain wastewater
discharges in unincorporated areas, whereas properties within the City would be
required to utilize the City’s sewer system. Mr. Ziepfel emphasized that the
statement of services resolution would only represent the beginning of the
annexation process and that any future development would still be subject to all
applicable City zoning, site plan review, traffic analysis, utility, stormwater,
permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. He stated that no
annexation petition or development proposal was currently before Council and
that the presentation was intended to provide Council with advance information
regarding the statutory process and timeline requirements. Council members
were advised that presentation materials had been distributed and that
additional questions could be addressed at future meetings or directly with staff.
No formal action was taken. (The Entire Presentation Can Be Viewed Below
These Minutes)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES

1. Minutes of the April 16th, 2026, Council Work Session
2. Minutes of the April 16th, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Motion –To Approve The Minutes of the April 16th, 2026, Council Work Session and April 16th, 2026,
Regular Council Meeting

(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Mr. Nichols_______ 2nd Vice Mayor Croucher_
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Butts, Proffitt, Roark
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:

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

CONSENT AGENDA

1. A MOTION TO AUTHORIZE THE LEASE OF A VEHICLE FROM ACME AUTO LEASING, LLC,
TO BE UTILIZED BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AT A COST OF $21,480.00.
2. A MOTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN CHANGE ORDER NO. 2
INCREASING THE TRENTON SQUARE COLLECTOR ROADWAYS PROJECT BUDGET BY
$503,681.75 AMENDING THE TRENTON SQUARE COLLECT ROADWAYS PROJECT
BUDGET TO REFLECT A REVISED TOTAL PROJECT COST OF $3,191,873.01 THE
ADDITIONAL COST IS REQUIRED TO CONSTRUCT DUKE ENERGY DUCT BANK
INFRASTRUCTURE NEEDED TO SUPPORT THE NEW CITY/YMCA FACILITIES AND
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE TRENTON SQUARE PROJECT.
Motion –To Approve Items 1 and 2 Under the Consent Agenda
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Vice Mayor Croucher_______ 2nd Mr. Nichols_
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Butts, Proffitt, Roark
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:

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

CORRESPONDENCE

1. None.
AUDIENCE OF PUBLIC

a. Mayor Perry introduced the Audience of the Public portion of the meeting and
instructed speakers to approach the podium and state their name and address if
not already provided on the sign-in sheet. He reminded attendees to keep
comments reasonable in length to maintain quorum and ensure all who wish to
speak have the opportunity. He outlined the rules for public comment, stating that
personal attacks toward members of the public or Council would not be permitted,
and that comments should be directed to the body as a whole rather than
individuals. He further stated that while comments are open to all, Trenton
taxpayers and individuals who signed up using their legal name would be given
priority, with speakers recognized in sign-up order. Mayor Perry noted that the
individual at the lectern has the floor and no one else may speak during that time,
and that Council or staff may respond following a speaker’s remarks if they choose.
He encouraged speakers to be respectful of others’ time, noted there is no set time
limit but asked for cooperation to allow all to be heard, and stated that Council and
staff would not respond to theoretical questions. He further advised that any
matters involving litigation would be referred to City Attorney Nicholas Ziepfel, and
no comment would be made by staff.

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

Barry Blankenship 811 S First St. – Mr. Blakenship addressed council regarding a previously
scheduled special meeting, expressing frustration that residents felt “left in the dark” after the
meeting was changed and some expected attendees, including media and staff members, did
not attend. He questioned why residents were not more clearly notified when important
meetings or changes occur and also raised concerns regarding the lack of a moratorium on the
data center project, noting that several surrounding townships had enacted moratoriums while
Trenton residents had previously been told there was “nothing to place a moratorium on.” He
additionally stated that residents had not seen studies related to health, environmental impacts,
or water usage and argued that the community deserved more answers regarding the project.
Councilman Nichols responded that the meeting had been legally scheduled as a special
meeting under Ohio law and explained that the purpose of the meeting was limited to executive
session discussions between council and staff prior to upcoming meetings with Butler County
regarding economic development matters. He noted that no public comment, votes, or official
actions were planned during the meeting and emphasized that the City supports working
collaboratively with surrounding townships on future development efforts. Mayor Ryan Perry
addressed the requested moratorium, explaining that once zoning approvals and vested
interests in the property were established, a moratorium would not have applied retroactively to
the Prologis site. City Attorney Mr. Ziepfel confirmed the mayor’s explanation, and Mayor Perry
further stated that many communities adopting moratoriums were doing so to review or
establish zoning regulations, while Trenton already had zoning provisions in place for data
centers.
Jake Davis – Mr. Mr. Davis addressed council regarding the City’s involvement in the data center
development process, stating that recent public discussions had given residents the impression
that many major decisions were occurring primarily at the county or utility level. He referenced
written communications and emails he had reviewed that, in his view, reflected a deeper level of
coordination involving the City, including discussions related to partnership efforts, property
transaction terms, escrow coordination, and payment structuring connected to the project. He
stated that he was not making accusations but was requesting clarity, arguing that residents
were struggling to reconcile those communications with repeated statements that the City’s role
in the development process had been limited. He further stated that residents were seeking
greater transparency and a clearer understanding of the level of coordination, commitment, and
involvement that existed behind the scenes while many decisions appeared to already be
advancing outside of public view. Mayor Ryan Perry responded that recent changes in Ohio law
now prohibit the release of certain economic development records through public records
requests, stating that under Ohio House Bill 184 the release of protected economic
development information could constitute a criminal offense. He explained that, as of March
2026, disclosure of certain economic development materials could result in a fourth-degree
misdemeanor charge against the individual releasing the records. Mr. Beresford added that he
believed many people would disagree with the law and encouraged residents to contact the bill’s
co-sponsors regarding their concerns. He added that staff, including City Attorney Mr. Ziepfel and
Mr. Allen, had thoroughly reviewed the legislation and had a strong understanding of its scope
and application.

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

Dale Perry 839 Autumn Court – Mr. Perry addressed council regarding pedestrian safety along
Hamilton-Trenton Road near the high school, stating that after recently picking up his
granddaughter he observed students walking along the edge of the roadway while vehicles
swerved around them. He urged the City to proactively extend the sidewalk from the City
property line toward Casey’s, noting that St. Clair Township had previously indicated funding
limitations for its portion of the project. Mr. Perry also raised concerns regarding the City’s fence
ordinance, stating that council had discussed revisions to the ordinance several years earlier,
including potentially allowing fences farther toward the front of residential properties, but that no
action had been taken. He suggested forming a group consisting of council members and
residents to review and modernize the ordinance, explaining that he had recently received
multiple calls from residents asking about the issue. Vice Mayor Croucher then asked whether
City staff could complete the sidewalk work internally or if the project would need to be
contracted out. Staff responded that the work would likely require outside contractors and noted
that the City was already discussing sidewalk improvements in that area, including a potential
bridge crossing over the Jackson Ditch, while exploring possible funding sources such as OKI
funding and the State of Ohio’s Safe Student Act grant program. There was further discussion
that St. Clair Township trustees had already discussed the matter with the county engineer and
obtained preliminary estimates for extending sidewalks to the City limits and constructing the
bridge. He requested that staff provide council with a cost estimate for completing the City’s
portion of the sidewalk project, and staff agreed to do so.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
PUBLIC HEARINGS
NEW BUSINESS

1. A VOICE MOTION TO RESCIND THE JUNE 6TH PUBLIC HEARING DATE AND SET
A NEW PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR JUNE 18TH 2026.
Motion –Motion To Approve The Voice Motion
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Mr. Nichols_______ 2nd Vice Mayor Croucher_
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Butts, Proffitt, Roark
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:

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

Motion –Motion to Read Items 1 and 2 under legislation by title only
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Vice Mayor Croucher_____ 2nd Ms. Montgomery_
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Butts, Proffitt, Roark
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:

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1. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 222.04 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES. First
Reading)
2. A RESOLUTION TO CANCEL A MAINTENANCE BOND FOR ELK CREEK SECTION NINE (9)
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. (First Reading, Suspend Rules)
a. Prior to the adoption of the Resolution Mayor provided an overview of
maintenance bonds during discussion of legislation related to releasing a
maintenance bond, explaining that a maintenance bond is money provided by a
developer to ensure that infrastructure and improvements are completed
according to City standards. City Attorney Ziepfel further clarified that two
separate bonds are typically required during the development process. He
explained that the first is a performance bond, which is posted prior to
construction of public infrastructure that will eventually be dedicated to the City
for maintenance. Upon completion of the improvements, the performance bond
is replaced with a one-year maintenance bond required under City code, which
functions as a warranty period to ensure the infrastructure remains free from
defects or issues after installation. Mr. Ziepfel noted that the practice is
common among municipalities to ensure that public infrastructure accepted by
the City has been properly installed and maintained before final release of the
bond.
Motion –That the Rules Be Suspended and the Ordinance Is Voted On Tonight
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Vice Mayor Croucher______ 2nd Mr. Nichols_
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Butts, Proffitt, Roark
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:

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Motion –That the Ordinance Be Approved
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Mr. Nichols_______ 2nd Vice Mayor Croucher_
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Butts, Proffitt, Roark
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:

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

Clerk of Council, Stanislav Beresford – Mr. Beresford informed council that due to a
community event scheduled around the first council meeting in July, staff was
recommending that the July council meetings be moved from the first and third Thursdays
of the month to the second and fourth Thursdays. Under the proposed adjustment, the
regular council meetings would be held on July 9 and July 23. Council discussed the
proposal briefly, with members indicating the adjustment was reasonable, and Mayor Ryan
Perry then entertained a motion to formally approve changing the July council meeting dates
as presented by Mr. Beresford.
Motion –Motion To Approve Chaing the July Council Meeting dates as Presented by Mr. Beresford
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Vice Mayor Croucher_______ 2nd Mr. Nichols_
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Butts, Proffitt, Roark
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:

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Finance Director, Matthew Mesisklis - Mr. Mesisklis provided an update regarding the City’s
transition to RITA stating that during the onboarding process the City had temporarily
paused penalties and interest assessments to allow residents additional time to become
familiar with the new system. He noted that enrolling with RITA is a relatively quick process
and that the City has continued offering in-office tax assistance services throughout the
transition period. Mr. Mesisklis announced that the additional grace period for penalties and
interest had now ended and that RITA would begin conducting its standard due diligence
procedures and issuing tax bills. He advised residents who receive correspondence from
RITA and have questions to contact the phone number listed on the notices for clarification,
while also noting that City offices remain available to assist residents with tax-related
concerns. Additionally, he stated that he has begun including his email address and phone
number in his weekly reports to improve accessibility for residents seeking clarification on
financial information, legislation, or other matters included in those reports.
City Manager, Marcos Nichols – Mr. Nichols had no reports other than to go to executive
session 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

City of Trenton
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
May 7th, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
AUDIENCE OF COUNCIL

Mr. Roark- Mr. appreciated the updates being provided regarding City projects and operations
and expressed appreciation for staff efforts, noting that he was encouraged that projects had
not experienced significant setbacks, delays, or budget overruns
Mr. Proffitt- No. Reports
Ms. Montgomery- Ms. Montgomery thanked Mr. Ziepfel for the information presented during
his presentation and stated that she continues to consider it an honor and privilege to serve
on City Council and live in the City of Trenton. She shared that a resident approached her at
church regarding a previous council meeting where emergency responders were recognized
for assisting a woman experiencing a medical emergency and transporting her to the hospital.
Councilwoman Montgomery specifically mentioned EMT Thomas, recalling that he had also
assisted and comforted her following a fall at her home. She stated that Thomas later
approached her during the meeting to give her a hug after going through personal challenges
himself. Councilwoman Montgomery also spoke about the importance of prayer in her life,
explaining that she and her sister pray together every morning and that it has provided
strength for their family while her husband has been dealing with health-related issues.
Ms. Butts – Ms. Butts thanked residents for continuing to stay engaged and interested in City
matters. She also expressed appreciation to Mr. Baker for insisting that the splash pad project
be completed properly and for working with the contractor, Majors, to address the issue.
Additionally, she thanked Mr. Ziepfel for his presentation, stating that the information
provided had been helpful.
Mr. Nichols – Mr. thanked everyone for attending the meeting and noted that the day marked
the National Day of Prayer, which he stated was established in 1952. He shared that the
Edgewood Ministerial Association has organized a prayer gathering at Founders Park in recent
years and stated that this year’s event was held at the new gazebo. Councilman Nichols
added that he was honored to speak at the event and thanked Mr. Vance and Mr. Pauley for
organizing the gathering.
Vice Mayor Croucher - Vice Mayor Croucher thanked Councilwoman Montgomery for the
prayer offered during the meeting and also expressed appreciation to Mr. Baker and the
Public Works Department, stating that they consistently do a fantastic job. He further thanked
City Attorney Ziepfel for his presentation and explanations provided during the meeting. Vice
Mayor Croucher also acknowledged the upcoming Mother’s Day holiday and wished all
mothers a happy Mother’s Day before concluding his report.

City of Trenton
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
May 7th, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
Mayor Perry – Mayor Perry thanking the Edgewood Baseball Association for inviting him to
their Opening Day event held on Saturday. He noted the event featured bounce houses, the
national anthem, and a parade involving many of the children participating in the league.
Mayor Perry also shared that the association’s president informed him that, after an all-call
request for volunteers to help clear rocks from the baseball fields following maintenance
work, there was a strong community turnout. He thanked the residents of Trenton for
supporting the effort and supporting youth baseball programs in the community. Mayor Perry
then promoted the upcoming “Cleats and Eats” festival scheduled for May 16 from 11:00
a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the soccer fields. He explained the event supports both the Trenton
Soccer Association and Edgewood Premier FC and would feature soccer activities, food,
raffles, family-friendly entertainment, and appearances by mascots associated with the
Cincinnati Bengals and FC Cincinnati. He encouraged residents to attend and support the
organizations, noting that local soccer programs now offer two seasons and continue to need
volunteers and community support. He also congratulated Tinton Sports Bar and Restaurant
on its grand opening held earlier that day prior to the council meeting. Mayor Perry
complimented the restaurant’s food and specifically recommended the restaurant’s
dumplings, referred to as “momos.” Lastly, Mayor Perry recognized the upcoming 30th
anniversary celebration for the Edgewood High School Men’s Volleyball Program, which would
include alumni volleyball games on Saturday. He encouraged residents to attend and support
the program. He also acknowledged Coach Mark Blair, noting that Coach Blair has led the
volleyball program for all 30 years of its existence and describing him as a fantastic teacher
and coach.
EXECUTIVE SESSION REQUEST

Motion – Motion to go to executive session for the reasons stated
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Vice Mayor Croucher_______ 2nd Ms. Montgomery_ Time: 8:28 PM
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Proffitt, Roark, Butts
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
a.

(7)
(0)
(0)
(0)

Council motioned unanimously to move to executive session.

Motion – That executive session be adjourned
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Mr. Nichols______ 2nd Ms. Montgomery_ Time: 9:29 PM
YAYS: Perry, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Proffitt, Roark, Butts
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:

(7)
(0)
(0)
(0)

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

Motion - That the meeting be adjourned.
(Roll Call Vote) 1st______Vice Mayor Croucher____ 2nd Ms. Montgomery_ Time:9:29 P.M.
YAYS: Perry, Montgomery, Nichols, Butts, Proffitt, Roark, Butts
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:

(7)
(0)
(0)
(0)

CITY OF TRENTON

Annexation Services Resolution
Proposed Expedited Type 3 annexation

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Day 0

Within 5 days

20 days after
notice

30 days after
filing

Petition filed with county

Agent sends statutory
notice

City adopts service
statement

City/townships consent
or object

Then
Grant if all consent;
review of petition for
statutory compliance if
not

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Statement of Municipal Services

Water + sewer

Police

Available under City rules, rates, capacity, engineering approvals,
permits, and connection requirements.

Municipal police protection upon effective annexation, plus
planning/security coordination.

Fire + EMS

Zoning + code review

Fire prevention, emergency medical response, and emergency
planning coordination.

City zoning, site plan, lighting, noise, stormwater, and building/code
review.

Roads + stormwater

Other City services

Maintenance only for streets/drainage facilities accepted or within
City responsibility.

Provided on the same terms and conditions as comparable
properties in the City.

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Current zoning baseline
Most of the territory is located in the M-2 General Industrial district under the Butler County Rural Zoning Resolution.

If territory remains outside the City

If annexation is approved

Township and county zoning and review procedures remain
applicable.
The City does not have municipal zoning jurisdiction over the
territory.
City utility service, if any, would require an applicable code pathway,
agreement, or other legal basis.

The City service statement governs the municipal services
described for the territory.
City zoning and development review procedures apply, subject to
any required zoning actions.
Utility extensions, capacity, permits, and payment requirements
remain separate items.

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Examples of M-2 uses listed in current regulations
Examples from the current county/township industrial zoning baseline.

Examples permitted by right in M-2

All permitted uses in M-1 District
Warehouses and motor-freight terminals
Machine and boiler shops
Bulk stations
Metal manufacturing and foundries
Chemical, plastic, and rubber manufacturing
Steam power plants
Automobile salvage / wrecking yards

Examples allowed conditionally in M-2

Explosives manufacturing
Smelting
Slaughterhouses and stockyards
Poison or pesticide manufacturing
Large petroleum refining or above-ground storage
Corrosive acid manufacturing
Junk yards and open storage

The listed uses are included for zoning comparison only.

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City industrial zoning districts
The City has a general industrial district (I-G) and an infrastructure and technology district (I-T).
Topic

I-G General Industrial

I-T Infrastructure & Technology

Purpose

General industrial activity, including uses with external effects such as
traffic, noise, storage, glare, dust, and odor.

Large-scale technology, utility, and industrial facilities near major
infrastructure.

Listed examples

General industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, and similar industrial
activity.

Data centers, server farms, cloud storage, telecommunications
switching, utility infrastructure, research and development, and
advanced manufacturing.

Selected standards

Noise, emissions, storage, fire and explosion safety, and development
standards.

Residential-edge buffer, lighting standards, generator rules, outdoorstorage limits, and larger setbacks.

Review status

Zoning classification and development approvals remain separate City
actions.

Zoning classification and development approvals remain separate City
actions.

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Selected I-T district standards
The I-T district includes use, operational, and site-design standards for listed technology and infrastructure uses.
Listed use categories

Residential edge

Data centers and server farms.
Cloud storage and telecommunications switching.
Utility infrastructure, research and development, and advanced
manufacturing.

8-foot visual barrier where required.
25-foot landscaped buffer where the district adjoins residential
zoning.
Evergreen, planting-height, and warranty standards.

Operational standards

Site-design standards

Prohibits noise, odors, vibration, toxic or noxious emissions.
Regulates equipment standards.

Outdoor-storage limitations.
Fire and explosion safety provisions
Increased setbacks from adjacent properties

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Dimensional standards: M-2 and I-T
Setback, frontage, lot-area, buffer, outdoor-storage, and height standards differ by district.
Standard

County M-2

City I-T

Minimum lot area

None

10 acres

Minimum frontage

None listed

150 feet

Front yard Setback

50 feet

150 feet

Side yard Setback

None generally; 50 feet adjoining residential

50 feet minimum; 100-foot side-yard; 200 feet if abutting residential

Residential buffer

25-foot-wide landscaped buffer

8-foot visual barrier + 25-foot landscaped buffer with evergreen standards

Outdoor storage

Allowed subject to distance rules

Maximum 20 feet high and at least 200 feet from residential property

Height

No structure over 3 stories / 50 feet within 200 feet of residential
Beyond 50 feet, no restriction

85 feet maximum based on setback

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Police, fire, and EMS services
The services resolution identifies public-safety services that would be provided after annexation becomes effective.

Service status

Pre-construction review

Post-construction items

Police, fire, and EMS are included in the
service categories.
Response remains subject to dispatch,
mutual-aid, and operational protocols.
Proximity of City resources is relevant to
service planning.

Access points and emergency access.
Hydrants, turning movements, and fire-flow
considerations.
Construction safety and fire-prevention
review.

Inspections and code compliance.
Emergency operations planning.
Coordination with the property owner or
operator, as applicable.

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Water, sewer, and wastewater planning
Utility service and wastewater handling depend on City code, engineering, capacity, approvals, payment, and state environmental rules.
City water and sewer

City-code considerations

State / environmental rules

City water and sewer facilities are near the
territory.
Service requires review of capacity,
engineering, extensions, connections,
permits, and applicable charges.
Service timing depends on final utility design
and approvals.

Inside-City connection rules apply when
public sanitary sewer is available, subject to
code requirements.
Outside-City utility service depends on
applicable code provisions, agreements,
rates, and approvals.
Extensions and utility agreements may
require separate action.

Private wells, private systems, and discharges
may be permitted, subject to county health
and Ohio EPA rules.
NPDES permitting can permit discharges to
waters of the state.

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Service funding and charges
Different service categories are funded through different mechanisms.

User-paid utility items

Municipal service items

Water and sewer rates.
Tap and connection charges.
Utility extensions and related agreements.
Engineering, inspection, and permit costs where applicable.

Police, fire, and EMS.
Planning, zoning, code enforcement, and administration.
Roads, rights-of-way, and stormwater facilities where under City
jurisdiction.
Municipal taxes and charges apply as provided by law to territory
inside the City.

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Review steps if annexation becomes effective
All development activity would remain subject to applicable City review, permits, approvals, inspections, and enforcement.

1
Annexation
effective

2

3

Zoning
classification

Site-plan /
development
review

4
Traffic and
access

5

6

7

Utilities and
stormwater

Building and
fire permits

Inspections /
enforcement

The exact sequence depends on the final zoning status, site details, public improvements, utility design, and applicable permit requirements.

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Services resolution: service categories and timing
The resolution identifies services to be provided or caused to be provided and the approximate timing for those services.
Service category

Police, fire, and EMS

Water and sewer

Approximate timing / conditions

Available when annexation becomes effective, according to City procedures and applicable mutual-aid or dispatch
protocols.
Available after required engineering, capacity review, extensions, approvals, connections, and payment requirements are
satisfied.

Zoning, code, and administration

Available when annexation becomes effective and according to applicable City zoning, code, and review procedures.

Roads, rights-of-way, stormwater

Provided where facilities are under City jurisdiction, accepted by the City, or otherwise assigned to the City by law or
agreement.

Other ordinary municipal services

Provided on the same general terms and conditions as such services are provided elsewhere in the City.

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Current baseline

If annexed

Most of the territory is currently zoned M-2 General Industrial district.

City services, zoning, and development review would apply according to law and City procedures.

Services resolution

Identifies service categories and approximate timing; it does not approve a site plan or building permit.

Future review

Annexation review/approval by Council; and any zoning, utility, stormwater, traffic, building, fire, and
inspection items remain separate.

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APRIL 30, 2026 - CITY OF TRENTON FINANCIAL SNAPSHOT
Fund Name

Original Budget
(2026)

YTD Spent (2026)

011 GENERAL

$

6,951,127

$

013 GENERAL DEBT SERVICE
023 WATER DEBT SERVICE

$

1,619,000

$

-

$

452,607

$

-

$

-

$

2,576,403

$

771,483

027 WATER RATE STABILIZATION

$

-

028 UTILITY CREDIT MEMO
036 WATER SYSTEM RESERVE

$

-

$

8,771,300

$

1,233,031

050 UTILITY DEPOSIT TRUST

$

65,000

$

19,809

066 SEWER REVENUE

$

1,941,108

$

616,395

076 SEWER RESERVE

$

300,000

$

-

096 REFUSE REVENUE

$

1,617,848

$

486,589

102 STREET MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

$

1,302,913

$

674,755

132 PARKS & RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS

$

1,113,600

$

72,888

166 STORMWATER PHASE II

$

327,940

$

132,529

192 COUNTY MOTOR VEHICLE LICENSE

$

225,000

$

-

025 WATER IMPROVEMENTS
026 WATER REVENUE

2,429,720

202 MUNICIPAL MOTOR VEHICLE LICENSE

$

230,000

$

110,000

218 POLICE LEVY

$

4,554,717

$

1,428,380

222 FIRE LEVY

$

1,958,637

$

662,038

223 FIRE LEVY - CAPITAL & DEBT

$

128,700

$

-

$

-

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

% Spend

Original Revenue
Estimate (2026)

952,549 $

317,516

33% $

983,967

$

150,869

33% $

150,870

-

$

-

0% $

300,000

$

300,000

$

751,426

31% $

1,021,246

$

854,640

-

$

-

0% $

300,000

$

300,000

-

$

-

$

24,942
$

300,000

30% $
0% $
0% $
14% $
30% $
32% $
0% $
30% $
52% $
7% $
40% $
0% $
0% $
31% $
34% $
0% $
$

30,816

0% $
5% $

$

-

0% $
0% $
0% $
36% $

-

$

740,068

$

-

254 MUNICIPAL BUILDING PROJECT
255 TIF - CARVANA INDUSTRIAL PARK

$

72,000

$

-

256 TIF- MAGNODE INDUSTRIAL PARK

$

150,000

$

-

402 LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST

$

3,000

$

-

$

-

$

-

0% $
0% $
0% $
0% $

890 EMPLOYEE TERMINATION BENEFITS

$

69,775

$

62,610

0% $
0% $
90% $

Grand Total

$

38,864,924

$

9,598,305

24.7% $

432 FEDERAL ASSET FORFEITURE
518 UNCLAIMED MONEYS--TRUST

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

2,455,000

$

2,904,623

42% $

3,599,667

CASH Policy

452,607

127,194

-

CASH Remaining

0%
0% $
0% $

$

$

% Received

6,866,500

$

$

YTD Received

35% $

$

Notes

2,510,348 RITA Taxes 1 month behind

8,863,300

$

1,332,592

15% $

613,274

65,000

$

21,534

33% $

261,203

1,852,200

$

588,016

32% $

941,491

$

910,796 $50k sewer line expense

20,000

$

11,200

56% $

1,761,892

$

300,000

1,360,000

$

446,422

33% $

383,173

903,000

$

315,253

35% $

519,874

453,200

$

129,501

29% $

1,958,489

315,000

$

111,408

35% $

373,361

225,000

$

-

0% $

-

160,000

$

53,534

33% $

46,199

4,407,800

$

1,666,848

38% $

626,818

1,538,500

$

631,371

41% $

640,628

128,700
-

$

42,900

$

-

33% $
0% $

42,900
-

$

-

0% $

76,146

$

307,216

11% $

27,014,312

-

$

-

948,366

6,000
2,500

$

4,284

0% $
71% $

$

1,283

51% $

123,775
1,791

1,300,000

$

547,766

42% $

3,381,412

$

-

0% $

2,912,000

-

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)

5,200

$

-

0% $

14,907

0% $
0% $

1,067
6,293

Due to County applying tax refund to Shape

-

$

-

46,800

$
$

15,600

33% $

182,052

$

143,361

35,482,856

$

10,314,563

29.1% $

46,263,516

$

6,402,555

MAJOR REVENUES

2025 YTD

2026 YTD

2026 Rev. Est.

INCOME TAX

$

1,648,262

$

1,016,476

$

3,800,000

AGO DELINQUENT TAX COLLECTIONS

$

1,387,804

$

1,068,655

$

1,200,000

Income Tax Net Rev + Receivable Comp

$

2,939,784

$

2,484,937

PROPERTY TAX / PILOT / ROLLBACK

$

2,087,823

$

1,680,668

$

4,098,000

WATER SERVICE

$

727,450

$

724,084

$

2,370,000

SEWER SERVICE

$

584,285

$

582,733

$

1,840,000

REFUSE SERVICE

$

429,439

$

446,422

$

1,360,000

EMS TRANSPORT

$

140,961

$

134,907

$

390,000

INTEREST

$

387,925

$

303,216

$

900,000

GAS TAXES

$

223,807

$

228,079

$

705,000

VEHICLE REGISTRATION (STATE, CITY)

$

76,340

$

83,744

$

250,000

TOTAL - MAJOR SOURCES

$ 10,557,541

$

8,753,922

$

16,913,000

Bank

Statement Balanc Month Interest

1st Financial

$

StarOhio

$

5,479,605

$

15,398

Redtree Financial

$

40,705,318

$

84,467

Argent Trust

$

193,708

$

355

TOTAL BANK STATEMENT BALANCE

$ 48,063,787

$

100,220

1,685,155

TOTAL DEPOSITS-IN-TRANSIT

$

TOTAL BOOK FUND BALANCE

$ 46,263,516

17,993.83

PAYMENTS-IN TRANSIT

$ 1,561,659.55 *See Edenred 4/30 ACHs

TOTAL MONTH-END UNCLEARED CHECKS

$

159,975.04

NET DIFFERENCE (Bank over Book)

$

96,629

% Difference
0.20%

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
Total Spent as of 4/30/26
Fund 234 - Capital Improvement

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

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
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

Audit Limit %
7%

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

These funds have distinct revenues which they are allowed to collect, and equally-distinct
373.8%
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
112.3%
funds to maintain minimum balances based on spending trends. These policies allow
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 low243.8%
interest debt to complete large-scale projects without undue debt burden. Reserves also
allow for
the collection of interest revenue to further improve the City's financial security.
#REF!
The City holds its funds in StarOhio - Ohio's Local Goverment Investment Pool - which
operates as254.1%
a liquid money-market fund. The City also invests in securities such as CDs,
Municipal Bonds,
304.6%Treasury Bonds, and Commercial Paper for more aggressive yields with
its investment advisor, RedTree Financial. To maximize returns, funds are held in
289.1%
common with
investment advisors and then interest earnings are allocated to the City's
Capital Improvement
296.8% Fund.
309.1%by the Ohio Auditor of State, these statements are prepared monthly
As recommended
and provided
to the public for accountability purposes
298.5%
193.2%

ORDINANCE NO 16-2026
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 222.04 OF THE CITY OF TRENTON CODE OF
ORDINANCES.
WHEREAS, 222.04 pertains to the allocation of moneys earned on investments of the City Treasury;
and
WHEREAS, to comply with certain bond restrictions, audit recommendations, and the Ohio Revised
code, while also maintaining flexibility for investment of revenues.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Trenton, County of
Butler, Ohio:
SECTION 1. That Section 222.04 of the City of Trenton Code of Ordinances be amended in its
entirety pursuant to EXHIBIT A.
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. __-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 16-2026

EXHIBIT A
222.04 PAYMENT AND ALLOCATION OF EARNINGS ON TREASURY INVESTMENTS
(a) All moneys earned and all other revenues derived from investments made pursuant to
Section 222.02, together with any losses sustained through the sale or liquidation of such
investments, shall be accounted for within the City’s pooled cash and investment system.
(b) To the maximum extent permitted by law, all such earnings shall be credited to the
General Fund or General Capital Fund, and any losses shall be charged thereto, except as
otherwise required by applicable law.
(c) Where required by the Ohio Revised Code, or by the terms of a trust agreement, bond
covenant, grant condition, or other legal restriction, earnings and losses shall be credited or
charged to the specific fund from which the principal moneys were derived. Such restricted
funds include, but are not limited to: trust or custodial funds held for a specific purpose,
bond proceeds, motor vehicle license and fuel tax funds, and federal- or state-restricted
grant funds
(d) The Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to:
1. Determine, in accordance with law, which funds are subject to legal restrictions
requiring that investment earnings follow principal;
2. Allocate or reallocate interest earnings and losses among funds in a manner that
complies with applicable law while maximizing the amount credited to the General
Fund;
3. Utilize pooled cash accounting methods and allocate earnings in a manner not
strictly proportional to fund participation, except where required by law;
4. Establish such accounting regulations and make such adjustments as are necessary
to carry out the intent of this section.
(e) Nothing herein shall be construed to permit the diversion of restricted receipts or
earnings in violation of Ohio law or any applicable contractual or legal requirement.

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: Investment Earnings Ordinance
Ordinance/Resolution/Motion
Ordinance

1st Reading Date: 5.7.26
2nd Reading Date: 5.21.26
Motion Date:
Resolution Date:
Public Hearing Date:

Contract

Contract Required: No

Fiscal Impact

Budgeted:
Revenue: $0
Destination Fund: General

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: New Investment Earnings Policy
Policy Alternative
The City Council can choose to not approve.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that Council receive this report and approve the ordinance.
Statutory/Policy Authority
• ORC and the Ordinances of the City of Trenton.
Fiscal Impact Summary
- Currently, all investment revenue proceeds are allocated to the General Capital Fund, except
for bond proceeds, as required by the bond. As recommended by our auditors, the Motor
Vehicle License Fund and enterprise funds are also due investment earnings. Our current
ordinance conflicts with this.
- As interest rates have stabilized, we would also revert to allocating most of our interest
earnings to the General Fund, so we can use such proceeds for operations, either in the
General Fund, or transfer into the struggling Public Safety funds
Background Information
- Interest rates have stabilized, allowing more predictable returns.
- We have altered the method of allocating interest revenues several times in the past few years,
to direct funds as most advantageous to the city.
- The current version of the ordinance does not account for the requirement of investment
proceeds earned on bond interest.
- This new ordinance is more strictly ORC- and Bond-compliant, and enables the Finance
Director discretion between allocating interest earnings to the General or Capital funds

RESOLUTION NO 07-2026
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF A THREE‑YEAR
SUCCESSOR COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT NEGOTIATED BETWEEN
THE CITY OF TRENTON, OHIO AND THE OHIO PATROLMEN’S BENEVOLENT
ASSOCIATION FULL-TIME DISPATCHERS, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
EXECUTION OF SAID COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT, AND DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY
WHEREAS, the City of Trenton (the “City”) and the Ohio Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association
(“OPBA”), which serves as the exclusive representative of the full-time City Dispatchers, have
engaged in negotiations for a successor collective bargaining agreement covering wages, hours and
other terms and conditions of employment for City Dispatchers for the period beginning January 1,
2026 and ending December 31, 2028; and
WHEREAS, after good‑faith negotiations, the parties recently reached a tentative agreement on all
issues; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Ohio Revised Code §4117.10(B), within fourteen days of the date the City
and the OPBA finalize the tentative agreement, City Council must approve or reject said negotiated
collective bargaining agreement as a whole and ensure that funds necessary to implement the
agreement are appropriated; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to approve the tentative agreement and authorize the City
Manager to execute the successor collective bargaining agreement (the “CBA”), a copy of which is
attached hereto as Attachment A and incorporated herein by reference.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Trenton, County of
Butler, Ohio:
SECTION 1. The tentative agreement negotiated between the City of Trenton and the OPBA
Dispatchers bargaining unit for a three‑year successor collective bargaining agreement
effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028, a true and accurate copy of
which is attached hereto as Exhibit A, is hereby approved.
SECTION 2. The City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to execute the successor collective
bargaining agreement with the OPBA Dispatchers bargaining unit in a substantially
similar form as Exhibit A. The City Manager is further authorized to execute any
ancillary documents necessary to implement the agreement and to take such actions as
are consistent with this Resolution.
SECTION 3. The funds necessary to implement the CBA, including wage adjustments and related
benefits, shall be budgeted and appropriated pursuant to Ohio Revised Code
§4117.10(B).
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. That this Resolution is declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the
immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety and general welfare, and to
ensure that City Dispatchers are paid according to the new wage schedule without
interruption. Accordingly, this Resolution shall take effect and be in force immediately
upon its passage.

RESOLUTION NO 07-2026

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. 07-2026 is a true and correct copy as passed by the Council of the City of
Trenton, Ohio on the 21st day of May, 2026 and that at least two-thirds of the elected members voted
in the affirmative on said motion.

__________________________________
Clerk of Council

RESOLUTION NO 07-2026
Exhibit A