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City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. Ryan Perry Mayor Calvin Woodrey Floyd Croucher Jennie Combs Dale Perry Raymond Nichols Sharon Montgomery Vice Mayor Council Member Council Member Council Member Council Member Council Member CALL TO ORDER PRAYER 1. Jason Pauley ROLL CALL Present: Perry, Woodrey, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Perry (7) Absent: (0) PRESENTATIONS 1. Dr. Tegenkamp Recognition and Proclamation a. Mayor Perry read a proclamation recognizing Dr. Tegenkamp. Following the proclamation, Dr. Tegenkamp thanked Council, noting that he recognized some members from when he first started. He shared that he had worked in a group practice for 25 years before it shut down, leading to his retirement. He later decided to open an office in Trenton and has been in the area since 1996. He expressed his appreciation for the support he has received from Council and the City over the past five years and added that if the City or Council ever needed anything from him, they should not hesitate to reach out. 2. Randy Bridge, Planning and Zoning Administrator Swearing In Ceremony APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Minutes of the September 4th, 2025, Council Work Session. 2. Minutes of the September 4th, 2025, Regular Council Meeting. 3. Minutes of the September 11th, 2025, Special Council Meeting. Motion –To approve the minutes of the September 4th, 2025, Council Work Session and Regular Council Meeting and minutes of the September 11th, 2025 Special Council Meeting. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Woodrey__ 2nd_____ Ms. Montgomery _ YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Croucher, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) CORRESPONDENCE 1. August Financial Snapshot (The August Financial Snapshot Can Be Found Below) City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. AUDIENCE OF PUBLIC 1. David Ziegler 209 John Street- Mr. Ziegler attended the meeting to request clarification from City Council and the City Manager regarding what his family believes is a contradictory provision in the City of Trenton’s noise ordinance. He began by stating that the complainant, who lives one street over from them, has contacted the police multiple times. Each time—until today—his family agreed to turn the music down to avoid being a nuisance and to stay in compliance with the ordinance. However, Mr. Ziegler noted that moving forward, his family does not plan to continue doing so. He explained that they requested the City conduct sound testing to determine compliance with the ordinance’s decibel levels, but were told by a police dispatcher that the City does not possess the necessary equipment. After conducting their own tests, the family believes their son is not violating the ordinance and, unless told otherwise, will continue to support him playing music at his current volume. Mr. Ziegler urged Council and the City Attorney to review and clarify the ordinance. He also requested that any City personnel interacting with their son—who is on the autism spectrum—do so only with a parent present to avoid unnecessary stress or incidents. He said that request has not been honored so far and asked the City Manager, Police Chief, and Police Department to take it seriously. Ms. Montgomery asked what instruments his son plays. Mr. Ziegler responded that his son plays guitar, drums, piano, and harmonica, mostly self-taught but also takes lessons in downtown Hamilton. He noted that it’s not unusual to come home from work to hear his son playing, often with neighbors sitting outside enjoying the music. Unfortunately, one neighbor has complained—posting about it on Facebook—and the police have continued to respond. He reiterated that their own testing shows they are not breaking any laws and asked that police stop showing up at their home. Mr. Croucher asked if his son was performing concerts in the driveway. Mr. Ziegler clarified that his son plays in one half of their garage, where his records and instruments are set up. Mayor Perry noted that the situation was previously discussed during a work session and invited the Ziegler family to speak directly with the Lieutenant to address their concerns. City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. 2. Austin Proffitt 101 South 2nd Street- Mr. Proffitt addressed Council to raise concerns regarding a fence permit issue. He explained that he first contacted the City in July to inquire about a fence permit but did not formally apply at that time due to the layout of his property. He noted that there were many irregularities on the property prior to his purchase and wanted to notify the City. Mr. Proffitt stated it took approximately 50 days to receive a definitive answer on whether a fence would be allowed, and he recently found out the request was denied. He expressed frustration with the delay, saying 50 days is too long for a simple yes or no. He also stated that he was not satisfied with the City’s proposed alternative and plans to appeal to the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA). However, due to the delay, the earliest he can appear before the BZA is October 27. He added that if a quorum is not present at that meeting, he would have to wait an additional 27 days. Furthermore, if the BZA were to disagree with him, they would have up to 60 days to issue a ruling, which means the total wait time could exceed 100 days just to receive a definitive answer on where he can install his fence. While he acknowledged that government processes take time, he emphasized that this experience feels inefficient and frustrating as a resident. Mr. Proffitt noted that he had worked with Randy and Dee from the Planning and Zoning Department and praised Dee for being extremely helpful throughout the process. Mayor Perry then sought clarification and noted that the BZA is not required to wait until a scheduled meeting date if a special meeting can be properly noticed. City Manager Nichols confirmed that is correct and explained that under Ohio law, the City has the ability to call special BZA meetings, provided that proper notice is given to all property owners within 400 feet of the affected address. He also noted that while the BZA is permitted up to 60 days to issue a decision, it usually does not take that long. City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Motion –That Items 1 And 2 Under Unfinished Business Be Read By Title Only (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Woodrey___ 2nd_____ Ms. Montgomery _ YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) 1. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 870 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF TRENTON TO ESTABLISH A DO NOT KNOCK REGISTRY. (Second Reading) a. Prior to the adoption of the ordinance, there was discussion regarding the Do Not Knock Registry. Ms. Combs suggested that municipalities often provide stickers for residents to place on their doors, noting that would be helpful. Mr. Beresford clarified that the City will create a form that residents can print, laminate, and display on their door or window. He added that there will be a 30- day period for staff to develop these forms. Mr. Nichols noted that another option the City can explore is posting signage at the entrances of town to notify that a solicitor's permit is required. Mayor Perry added that residents have asked about solicitors who claim they are canvassing instead of soliciting when asked for a permit. He suggested updating the ordinance language to include both “soliciting” and “canvassing.” He emphasized that the ordinance does not apply to nonprofits such as Girl Scouts, popcorn sales, or political canvassing. Motion –The Ordinance Be Authorized (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Woodrey___ 2nd_____ Ms. Combs _ YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) 2. A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A PART TIME POLICE SPECIALIST POSITION WITHIN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND COMPENSATION RATES FOR THAT POSITION, TO BE ADDED TO THE CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE PLAN. (Second Reading) Motion –The Resolution Be Authorized (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Woodrey___ 2nd_____ Mr. Nichols _ YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SECTION 1258.17, MOBILE FOOD UNITS, OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF TRENTON, OHIO. a. City Attorney, Nick Ziepfel provided background noting that he just emailed council, the proposed amendment residential potential use in regards to potential events. He discussed the current language and then the proposed language which notes “The Zoning Administrator may issue a permit for the temporary operation of a Mobile Food Unit in any residential District, provided that public right of ways are not impeded and public safety is maintained”. This would replace section 2b where it is stricken and replaced with the following. Mr. Nichols added that it was brought up in planning commission meeting because churches and schools and parks in residential districts that hold events. City Attorney Ziepfel added that council can pass as is which allows for the uses in the residential district that they discussed in the work session, or adopt his proposed language which will be more clear to anyone who is looking at the code. Council then confirmed to adopt the following ordinance with modified language. b. Mayor then opened the public hearing he invited anyone who wishes to speak for the ordinance to come up to the podium. Nobody came to the podium. Mayor then invited anyone to speak against to come up to the podium. Nobody came up to the podium. Mayor then closed the public hearing. City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. NEW BUSINESS 1. A MOTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH LJ STONE LLC., / URBAN STRUCTURES FOR THE PURCHASE AND LEVEL INSTALLATION OF A 14 X 14 GAZEBO AT TRENTON FOUNDERS PARK FOR A TOTAL COST OF SIX THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED FIFTY-ONE DOLLARS AND SIXTY-THREE CENTS ($6,951.63) AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS RELATED THERETO. Motion –Motion To Authorize (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Mr. Nichols___ 2nd_____ Mr. Croucher_ YAYS: Croucher, Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) 2. A MOTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH NORMAC COMPANY LLC., FOR PAVING SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF TRENTON 2025 LOCAL PAVING PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED ($740,695.29) SEVEN HUNDRED FORTY THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED AND NINETY-FIVE DOLLARS AND TWENTY- NINE CENTS AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN ALL DOCUMENTS RELATED THERETO. Motion –Motion To Authorize (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Mr. Croucher___ 2nd_____ Ms. Combs_ YAYS: Croucher, Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) 3. A MOTION TO AUTHORIZE PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF THIRTY SEVEN THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED ELEVEN DOLLARS AND SIXTY TWO CENTS ($37,811.62) FOR THE ANNUAL SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT TO CENTRAL SQUARE TECHNOLOGIES. Motion –Motion To Authorize (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Woodrey___ 2nd_____ Ms. Montgomery YAYS: Croucher, Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. LEGISLATION Motion –That Items 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Under Legislation is read by title only (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Woodrey___ 2nd_____ Mr. Perry_ YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) 1. AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SECTION 1258.17, MOBILE FOOD UNITS, OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF TRENTON, OHIO. (Second Reading) a. Vice Mayor Woodrey made the following motion to amend would specify the final sentence of section 2(b) is stricken and replaced with the following. “The Zoning Administrator may issue a permit for the temporary operation of a Mobile Food Unit in any District, provided that public rights of way are not impeded and public safety is maintained”. Motion –To Strike The last Sentence and Add The Amendment To The Ordinance (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Woodrey___ 2nd_____ Mr. Nichols_ YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) Motion –The Ordinance Be Approved (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Woodrey___ 2nd_____ Mr. Croucher_ YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. 2. AN ORDINANCE AMEDNING SECTION 1044.01 OF THE CITY OF TRENTON CODE OF ORDINANCES, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. (First Reading, Suspend Rules) Motion –Suspend The Rules and The Ordinance Is Voted On Tonight (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Woodrey___ 2nd_____ Mr. Perry_ YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) Motion –The Ordinance Be Approved (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Mr. Croucher___ 2nd_____ Ms. Montgomery_ YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) 3. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1046.01 OF THE CITY OF TRENTON CODE OF ORDINANCES, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. (First Reading) City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. 4. A RESOLUTION TO ALLOW A ONE TIME REDUCTION IN THE PERFORMANCE BOND NO.: 80018939 FOR ARLINGTON PARKE SUBDIVISION FROM $4,403,088.87 TO $390,137.44 AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. (First Reading, Suspend Rules) Motion –Suspend The Rules and The Resolution Is Voted On Tonight (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Woodrey___ 2nd_____ Ms. Montgomery YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) Motion –The Resolution Be Approved (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Mr. Croucher___ 2nd_____ Ms. Montgomery_ YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) 5. AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT, MODIFY, OR REJECT THE FINAL PLAT OF TRENTON SQUARE, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. (First Reading, Suspend Rules) Motion –Suspend The Rules and The Ordinance Is Voted On Tonight (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Mr. Nichols___ 2nd_____ Mr. Croucher_ YAYS: Perry, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (6) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: Woodrey (1) ABSENT: (0) Motion –The Ordinance Be Approved (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Mr. Nichols___ 2nd_____ Mr. Croucher_ YAYS: Perry, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (6) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: Woodrey (1) ABSENT: (0) City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. REPORTS City Manager Nichols- Executive Session Request to discuss pending or imminent court action with the public body’s legal counsel. City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. AUDIENCE OF COUNCIL Mr. Croucher- Mr. Croucher thanked Mr. Pauley for the prayer and welcomed Mr. Bridge to the city of Trenton and Congratulated Dr. Tegenkamp. Ms. Montgomery- Ms. Montgomery thanked Mr. Ziegler for bringing his wife and addressing Council, and she also thanked Mr. Pauley for the prayer and Dr. Tegenkamp for continuing to be a part of Trenton, noting with a smile that she’ll be calling him soon because her legs need some work. She shared with those watching on Facebook that she has been working on finishing her book and reflected on how many people in the city have been so good to her and her husband. She said that writing the book brings all those moments back and reminds her how blessed everyone is to live in a community like Trenton, where people care about each other. She congratulated Mr. Bridge on joining the City and said it's amazing to live in a town that truly cares about its neighbors. She added that she and her husband can’t even put into words the appreciation they’ve received. Ms. Montgomery concluded by announcing that she will be returning to work on Monday and thanked the residents of Trenton. Mr. Nichols- Mr. Nichols welcomed Mr. Bridge to city employment and wished him a long tenure with the City. He thanked everyone for attending this evening’s Council meeting, noting that Council always appreciates having members of the public in the audience—rather than just Lieutenant David Rosenfelder staring back at them. Mr. Nichols then asked if any member of Council or staff would be attending the special County Commissioners meeting regarding the future of the Emergency Management Agency. He explained that while he would like to attend, he is already committed to the business luncheons. He emphasized the importance of having a representative from the City present at that meeting. City Manager Nichols confirmed that a representative from the Fire Department would be in attendance. Mr. Perry- No reports. Ms. Combs- Ms. Combs noted that she echoed Ms. Montgomery sentiments noting that she says everything very well. City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. Vice Mayor Woodrey- Vice Mayor welcomed Mr. Bridge to the City, noting that it's good to have department heads in place so things can continue to move swiftly. He then congratulated Dr. Tegenkamp and his wife, adding it was great to see them. He jokingly remarked that he wasn’t sure whether to be disappointed or happy, but he hadn’t received anything in the mail from Dr. Tegenkamp in the past week. He shared that he was recently in a minor fender bender on the east side of Cincinnati, and within hours, chiropractic offices from across the tri-state area began contacting him. By Monday, he had even received an official accident report in an envelope from an attorney’s office. He said he was relieved Dr. Tegenkamp hadn’t resorted to such tactics and had even texted City Attorney Ziepfel a photo of the letter, asking, “Please tell me you don’t do this.” Mr. Ziepfel confirmed he does not. Vice Mayor concluded by once again congratulating Dr. Tegenkamp for staying in the City. Mayor Perry- Mayor welcomed Mr. Bridge, noting a recent conversation where Mr. Bridge expressed that he was here for the happiness and safety of the citizens. The Mayor said he really appreciated that sentiment, adding that it’s a great attitude to start with and that Mr. Bridge will do great if he keeps that in mind. Mr. Nichols also thanked all the organizations that helped with Movies in the Park. The Mayor followed up by thanking everyone involved as well. He then expressed his gratitude to Dr. Tegenkamp for continuing to stay in the city, recalling the first time Dr. Tegenkamp opened his practice and the tour he gave, and thanking him for everything he’s done for the residents and the City of Trenton. City of Trenton REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 18th, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion – To Go To Executive Session For Reasons Stated By City Manager Nichols (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Woodrey___ 2nd_____ Mr. Perry _ Time: 8:16 P.M. YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) Motion – Executive Session Be Adjourned (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Mr. Croucher___ 2nd_____ Ms. Montgomery _ Time: 9:45 P.M. YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0) ADJOURNMENT Motion - That the meeting be adjourned. (Roll Call Vote) 1st__ Vice Mayor Woodrey___ 2nd_____ Ms. Montgomery _ Time: 9:45 P.M. YAYS: Perry, Woodrey, Montgomery, Nichols, Combs, Croucher, Perry (7) NAYS: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) ABSENT: (0)  AUGUST 31, 2025 - CITY OF TRENTON FINANCIAL SNAPSHOT Original Budget Original Revenue Fund Name (2025) YTD Spent (2025) % Spend Estimate (2025) YTD Received % Received CASH Remaining CASH Policy Notes 011 GENERAL FUND $ 8,407,880 $ 5,846,424 70% $ 8,608,000 $ 7,103,346 83% $ 4,824,781 $ 2,333,177 013 GENERAL DEBT SERVICE FUND $ - $ 740,979.00 0 $ 1,825,671 $ 1,084,693 $1.8m Premium, 740k Issuance Cost 023 WATER DEBT SERVICE FUND $ 456,532 $ 58,266 13% $ 456,532 $ 304,455 67% $ 246,089 025 WATER IMPROVEMENTS FUND $ - $ - 0% $ - $ - 0% $ 300,000 $ 300,000 026 WATER REVENUE FUND $ 3,228,440 $ 2,039,565 63% $ 2,918,000 $ 2,301,834 79% $ 1,176,701 $ 795,715 027 WATER RATE STABILIZATION FUND $ - $ - 0% $ - $ - 0% $ 300,000 $ 300,000 028 UTILITY CREDIT MEMO $ - $ - 0% $ 5,000 $ (3,897) -78% $ 21,061 036 WATER SYSTEM RESERVE FUND $ 419,500 $ 58,206 14% $ 260,000 $ 72,050 28% $ 404,863 $ 300,000 050 UTILITY DEPOSIT TRUST FUND $ 55,000 $ 47,774 87% $ 60,000 $ 57,750 96% $ 258,669 066 SEWER REVENUE FUND $ 1,965,629 $ 1,230,304 63% $ 1,870,000 $ 1,207,929 65% $ 998,486 $ 979,701 076 SEWER RESERVE FUND $ 800,000 $ 560,304 70% $ 30,000 $ 5,600 19% $ 1,657,698 $ 300,000 096 REFUSE REVENUE FUND $ 1,447,399 $ 895,259 62% $ 1,300,000 $ 881,091 68% $ 436,526 102 STREET MAINTENANCE & REPAIR FUND $ 946,239 $ 561,150 59% $ 848,000 $ 655,099 77% $ 803,453 132 PARKS & RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS FUND $ 2,223,160 $ 477,771 21% $ 1,683,700 $ 1,135,912 67% $ 1,402,642 166 STORMWATER PHASE II FUND $ 316,006 $ 127,461 40% $ 308,000 $ 209,630 68% $ 332,540 $ 96,745 192 COUNTY MOTOR VEHICLE LICENSE FUND $ 150,000 $ - 0% $ 150,000 $ - 0% 202 MUNICIPAL MOTOR VEHICLE LICENSE FUND $ 170,000 $ - 0% $ 170,000 $ 100,582 59% $ 221,096 218 POLICE LEVY FUND $ 4,208,939 $ 3,007,160 71% $ 4,174,000 $ 3,165,975 76% $ 270,180 222 FIRE LEVY FUND $ 1,871,275 $ 1,291,280 69% $ 1,418,500 $ 1,309,381 92% $ 965,607 223 FIRE LEVY - CAPITAL & DEBT FUND $ 130,650 $ 32,825 25% $ 90,958 $ 60,631 67% $ 67,498 224 FIRE DEPOSIT ESCROW FUND $ 26,100 $ 26,100 100% $ - 0% 226 CASH BOND DEPOSIT FUND $ - $ - 0% $ - 0% $ 106,962 234 GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND $ 200,000 $ 2,027,332 1014% $ 960,000 $ 33,081,603 3446% $ 36,647,174 $32m Issuance 250 GENERAL STABILIZATION RESERVE FUND $ - $ - 0% $ - 0% $ 948,366 $ 840,788 251 PROPERTY REHABILITATION FUND $ 30,000 $ 1,515 5% $ 20,000 $ 50,583 253% $ 175,810 $42k Arthur St. Abatement 252 MAYOR'S COURT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND $ - $ - 0% $ 2,000 $ 1,908 95% $ 29,926 253 TAX INCREMENT EQUIVALENT FUND $ 250,000 $ 276,205 110% $ 1,350,000 $ 1,373,677 102% $ 5,155,521 254 MUNICIPAL BUILDING PROJECT FUND $ - $ - 0% $ - $ - 0% $ - 255 TIF - CARVANA INDUSTRIAL PARK $ 85,720 $ - 0% $ 72,000 $ 73,197 102% $ 169,179 256 TIF- MAGNODE INDUSTRIAL PARK $ 10,000 $ 33,168 332% $ 40,000 $ 65,271 163% $ 152,277 402 LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND $ 7,004 $ 20,249 289% $ 700 $ 95 0% $ 15,906 432 FEDERAL ASSET FORFEITURE FUND $ - $ 1,208 0% $ - $ - 0% $ 1,067 518 UNCLAIMED MONEYS--TRUST FUND $ - $ - 0% $ - $ - 0% $ 6,293 890 EMPLOYEE TERMINATION BENEFITS FUND $ 30,000 $ 47,777 159% $ 38,000 $ 25,333 67% $ 135,258 $ 143,361 Grand Total $ 27,435,473 $ 19,408,282 70.7% $ 26,833,390 $ 55,064,705 $ 59,316,324 $ 6,389,487 *Expenses Include only 2025 budgeted items *Supplemental Budgets not reflected *Mayor's Court not yet reconciled MAJOR REVENUES 2024 YTD 2025 YTD 2025 Rev. Est. %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, INCOME TAX $ 2,827,236 $ 2,855,687 $ 4,300,000 150.6% and equally-distinct categories of spending that each fund can be used to provide for AGO DELINQUENT TAX COLLECTIONS $ 1,898,796 $ 1,860,430 $ 96.8%operations. As good stewards of public finances, the City has 1,800,000 projects and city PROPERTY TAX / PILOT / ROLLBACK $ 4,171,615 $ 4,073,246 $ 4,123,000 policies within 101.2% its various funds to maintain minimum balances based on spending WATER SERVICE $ 1,508,699 $ 1,532,787 $ 2,325,000 trends.#REF! These policies allow Trenton's operations to remain efficient and intact even SEWER SERVICE $ 1,149,416 $ 1,199,364 $ 1,825,000 in times of crisis. 119.1%Ample reserves also contribute the City's respectable Bond rating of REFUSE SERVICE $ 827,663 $ 881,091 $ 1,300,000 Aa1, which147.5% promotes access to low-interest debt to complete large-scale projects EMS TRANSPORT $ 205,007 $ 283,971 $ 290,000 without undue debt burden. Reserves also allow for the collection of interest revenue 102.1% INTEREST $ 507,364 $ 717,104 $ 600,000 to further improve 83.7% the City's financial security. The City holds its funds in StarOhio - Ohio's Local Goverment Investment Pool - which operates as a liquid money-market GAS TAXES $ 461,297 $ 468,040 $ 680,000 145.3% fund. The City also invests in securities such as CDs, Municipal Bonds, Treasury VEHICLE REGISTRATION (STATE, CITY) $ 120,506 $ 156,693 $ 255,000 Bonds, and162.7% Commercial Paper for more aggressive yields with its investment advisor, TOTAL - MAJOR SOURCES $ 13,677,599 $ 14,028,413 $ 17,498,000 RedTree Financial. 124.7% To maximize returns, funds are held in common with investment advisors and then interest earnings are allocated to the City's Capital Improvement Fund. Bank Statement Balance Month Interest 1st Financial $ 7,981,571 $ - As recommended by the Ohio Auditor of State, these statements are prepared StarOhio $ 4,457,409 $ 17,092 monthly and provided to the public for accountability purposes Redtree Financial $ 45,310,056 $ 39,062 Huntington $ 289,954 $ 734 TOTAL BANK STATEMENT BALANCE $ 58,038,990 $ 56,889 TOTAL DEPOSITS-IN-TRANSIT $ 1,652,654.16 TOTAL BOOK FUND BALANCE $ 59,316,324 Month-end credit memos available $ 21,060.52 TOTAL MONTH-END UNCLEARED CHECKS $ 483,129.05 *See Edenred 8/31 ACHs % Difference Audit Limit % NET DIFFERENCE (Book over Bank) $ (86,749) -0.15% 7% Miller-Valentine Design-Build Trenton Community and Municipal Complex Invoice Description Amount Pay Date Interviews with staff, facility drawings, virtual design $ 99,103 2/12/2025 Facility Drawings, Staff Interviews, Site review $ 322,085 2/27/2025 Department Interviews, Design Alterations $ 74,327 3/25/2025 Internal Design + Securty Specifics $ 486,617 4/24/2025 Internal Design + Security + Pool specifics $ 347,583 5/31/2025 HVAC + Security + Furnishing design $ 208,551 6/25/2025 Electrical + Jail + Furnishing Design $ 208,550 7/31/2025 Electrical + Security Design $ 69,516 8/29/2025 Total Spent as of 8/31/25 $ 1,816,332.00 Fund 234 - Capital Improvement