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Oct 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Trenton City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved several appointments, including new members for the City Beautiful, Civic, and Historical Commissions. Various infrastructure and community projects were authorized, including a landscape change order at City Hall, concrete replacement work at the Trenton Village Theater, and the installation of new city welcome signs. Parks and Recreation initiatives were approved, specifically the adoption of new scheduling software and a fence replacement at Emmaine Park. Additionally, wastewater treatment plant maintenance was authorized, including clarifier repairs and screen chain replacements. The council also approved fiscal disbursements and noted upcoming community events, such as the Rotary Park ribbon cutting and a hazardous waste collection day.
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The City Council reviewed a request to authorize the purchase of 546 trash carts from Schafer Plastics for a total of $29,882.25. The purchase is intended to replenish the current inventory for the sanitation and recycling collection system. The funds for this procurement are available in the designated sanitation and recycling cart replacement accounts.
Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City Council of Trenton Regular Meeting
The City Council held a regular meeting covering several administrative, financial, and operational items. Key actions included approving professional services for the Transfer Station Rehabilitation and the Kennedy Aquatic Center renovations, as well as renewing the Rockwell Automation Service Agreement. The Council authorized the Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage Plan for retirees and approved various Parks and Recreation items, such as rental rate increases, the Downriver Hockey Academy contract, and an Emeline Park property transfer. Additionally, the Council approved event requests for a Shop or Treat event and an Evergreen Street block party, processed authorized disbursements, and reviewed reports and upcoming local festival events. Discussions also addressed community concerns regarding eBikes and local safety.
Sep 2, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Traffic Safety Commission Regular Meeting
The commission addressed old business regarding e-bike regulations, specifically concerning pedal requirements and their usage on designated bike paths. New business included a discussion regarding the timing of traffic signals on West Road, with the commission noting that these signals are under the jurisdiction of Wayne County and will require further follow-up.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
