Trotwood public meetings in 2024
18 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Trotwood City Council will hear a special presentation on the Future Land Use Plan (PR36-24). The presentation will provide an overview of the proposed principles and elements of the plan. It is delivered by Wendy Moeller, Project Manager for Compass Point Planning.
- Presentation on Future Land Use Plan (PR36-24) – overview of proposed principles and elements
The City Council held a workshop to review the draft Future Land Use Plan, presented by consultant Wendy Moeller. No formal decisions were made; the presentation covered proposed guiding principles, land use categories, and regulatory changes. The plan is expected to be presented for adoption after the new year.
- Agenda approved (6-0)
- Future Land Use Plan update presented; no action taken
City Council
The council will hold public hearings and vote on the 2025 annual appropriations (OR19-24), 2025 wage scales for non-union employees (OR21-24), and updates to property maintenance codes (OR22-24, OR23-24, OR24-24). Following an executive session to review collective bargaining proposals, the council will consider resolutions authorizing contracts with police, sergeants, public works, and firefighters for 2025–2027 (R24-108 through R24-111). The consent agenda includes a resolution to request an advance of property taxes for tax year 2024 from Montgomery County.
- Annual appropriations for fiscal year 2025 (OR19-24)
- 2025 wage scales for certain full-time and part-time non-union employees (OR21-24)
- Collective bargaining agreement with police officers for 2025–2027 (R24-108)
- Collective bargaining agreement with firefighters for 2025–2027 (R24-111)
- Resolution authorizing advance of 2024 tax collections from Montgomery County (R24-107)
City Council
This is a budget workshop where Trotwood City Council receives presentations on the proposed 2025 operating budget from city departments. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is a working session to review departmental requests.
- Presentation of the 2025 Proposed Annual Operating Budget
- Presentations from Police, Fire, Public Works, Finance, Planning & Development, Planning & Zoning, Code Enforcement, Recreation, Personnel, City Manager, Mayor and Council
City Council
The Trotwood City Council will discuss several resolutions, including a $225,000 economic development agreement with Westrafo America LLC. The agenda also includes approvals for a $3,000 Christmas tree lighting event and a $500 holiday light contest. Additional items cover a legal service agreement for indigent defendants and a land‑preservation renewal for parcels on Shiloh Springs Road. Special presentations on the Dayton Metro Library branch, community preparedness, and the annual Christmas tree lighting are also scheduled.
- $225,000 economic development/government equity program agreement with Westrafo America LLC (Project Swiftly)
- Authorization of up to $3,000 for the city‑sponsored 22nd annual Christmas tree lighting event
- Authorization of up to $500 for cash prizes in the annual outdoor holiday light contest
- Service agreement with the Law Office of the Montgomery County Public Defender to provide legal counsel to indigent persons charged with municipal ordinance violations
- Renewal application for 23.594 acres on Shiloh Springs Road under the Farmland Preservation Act
City Council
The Trotwood City Council will decide on multiple farmland-preservation tax renewals, a speed-limit reduction on Westbrook Road, and the transfer of a city-owned property to a local improvement corporation. They will also extend moratoriums on adult-use cannabis and mini-storage permits and hear presentations on local parks and age-friendly communities.
- Approve 11 farmland-preservation tax renewals covering 746 acres across multiple parcels
- Lower Westbrook Road speed limit to 45 mph (Diamond Mill Rd to Salem Ave) and 35 mph (Salem Ave to Main St)
- Transfer 103 E Main St to Trotwood Community Improvement Corp
- Extend adult-use cannabis moratorium through Dec 31 2025
- Accept $1.2M IIJA federal grant application via Miami Valley RPC
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
City Council will discuss economic development agreements and funding for Gordon Food Service, Inc. The body is also considering several resolutions to certify delinquent utility and service charges to the county tax duplicate.
- Resolution R24-67 and R24-68: $75,000 in funding support for Gordon Food Service, Inc.
- Resolution R24-69: Resurfacing Shiloh Springs Road from Diamond Mill Road to Oakes Road
- Proposed speed limit changes on Westbrook Road (45 mph and 35 mph zones)
- Proposed ordinances to prohibit marijuana in municipal park lands and City-owned facilities
- Proposed transfer of 103 East Main Street to the Trotwood Community Improvement Corporation
City Council
The Trotwood City Council will discuss updates to the city’s Land Use Plan presented by three planning firms. It will vote on a resolution authorizing a preliminary agreement with the Ohio Department of Transportation to resurface Denlinger Road from Salem Avenue to Westbrook Road. It will also vote on a resolution to purchase a 2023 Vac‑Con jet/vacuum sewer cleaner for up to $473,850 from Best Equipment Company, Inc. An executive session will be held to discuss pending or imminent court action.
- Land Use Plan updates presented by Compass Point, McBride Dale Clarion, and Practical Planning Partners
- Resolution R24-57: authorize preliminary participatory LET agreement with ODOT to resurface Denlinger Road (Salem Ave to Westbrook Rd), Project ID 119322
- Resolution R24-58: authorize purchase of a 2023 Vac‑Con jet/vacuum sewer cleaner (model V390H/1000) from Best Equipment Company, Inc., cost not to exceed $473,850
- Executive Session (SR24-20) to discuss pending or imminent court action per Ohio Revised Code §121.22(G)(3)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several resolutions including funding for water main replacements and a property tax abatement. The agenda also includes authorizations for community events and potential grant acceptance for fire department equipment.
- Authorization of Electronic Waste Week and Shred Day with expenditures up to $3,000.00
- Authorization of a Community Market with expenditures up to $300.00
- Acceptance of potential grant for gear dryers for Trotwood Fire and Rescue Department
- Acceptance of potential state funds for Eppington water main replacement project
- Acceptance of potential state funds for Macmillan water main replacement project
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance to approve a final Planned Unit Development for Phase Two of the Gated Properties Industrial Park. This project involves a 234,840 square foot building on approximately 31.342 acres. The council will also enter into Executive Session to discuss pending or imminent court action with an attorney.
- Ordinance OR10-24: Approval of Phase Two of Gated Properties Industrial Park
- Proposed 234,840 square foot building at 6214 Wolf Creek Pike
- Executive Session regarding pending or imminent court action
City Council
The City Council will consider a planned unit development for an industrial building at 6206 Wolf Creek Pike. The agenda also includes extending a moratorium on new multi-family dwelling permits through December 31, 2024.
- Public hearing for Phase Two of Gated Properties Industrial Park at 6206 Wolf Creek Pike
- Resolution to extend the moratorium on new three-to-four family and multi-family dwelling permits through December 31, 2024
- Resolution authorizing a community movie night with expenditures up to $2,000.00
- Ordinance to amend the 2024 wage scales for a part-time, non-union position
- Ordinance regarding refuse collection charges and discounts
City Council
The City Council will review a resolution for the 2024 paving program and a proposal to change ordinance Section 927.10 regarding refuse collection charges. The meeting also includes presentations on safety grants, police annual reports, and community recognitions.
- Resolution R24-39: Paving work for various roadways not to exceed $1,149,789.85
- Resolution R24-40: City-sponsored Mother's Day brunch with expenditures up to $350.00
- Ordinance proposal: Repealing and enacting new Section 927.10 regarding refuse collection discounts
- Presentation: Safety Grant Award for State Route 49 and Olive Road intersection redesign
- Resolution R24-41: Removal of property assessment for weed and vegetation removal
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring a presentation on Project Swifty by the Trotwood Community Improvement Corporation. The agenda also includes Resolution R24-37 regarding loan agreements with Civista Bank for the construction of up to ten single-family homes.
- Special Presentation: Project Swifty
- Resolution R24-37: Loans for redevelopment of up to 10 single-family homes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will review the 2023 Fire and Rescue Annual Report and consider several resolutions. Proposed items include funding for a summer concert series and road resurfacing projects. Three multi-family housing developments remain tabled from the March meeting.
- $40,000 for the Madison Park Live summer concert series
- $750 for a Bike Helmet Safety and Spring Fling event
- Pavement repairs along State Route 35 via ODOT agreement
- Federal funds for resurfacing Shiloh Springs Road
- Approval of the Countywide 911 Services Final Plan
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Trotwood City Council will hold public hearings to approve three planned unit developments that would add 194 apartment units across Main Street, Wolf Creek, and a separate parcel. The agenda also includes rezoning nearly ten acres at Shilo Springs Road for light manufacturing, correcting minimum lot size rules for single-family properties, and reviewing a zoning setback variance appeal on Free Pike. Additionally, the council will vote on a five-year employment agreement for City Manager Quincy E. Pope, Sr., approve recent meeting minutes, and convene an executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters.
- Rezoning ~9.98 acres at 1866 Shilo Springs Road from business to industrial planned unit development for light manufacturing
- Final approval of three multi-family housing projects: At Main (63 units), Jalen Lofts (66 units), and Flats on Wolf Creek (65 units)
- Corrections to Trotwood Code sections 1171.05 and 1171.06 adjusting minimum lot area, width, and frontage for single-family uses
- Resolution R24-31 authorizing a five-year employment contract with Quincy E. Pope, Sr. as City Manager
- Public hearing on zoning appeal Case #ZV-2023-5 regarding a side yard setback variance at 5151 Free Pike
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop including an executive session regarding pending or imminent court action. The meeting includes presentations on city ordinances, disaster recovery funds, and several residential development projects.
- Discussion of City of Trotwood Codes of Ordinances and Housing Standards
- Presentation on Disaster Recovery Funds and Site Selection
- "At Main" presentation by Oberer Residential Construction, LTD and CountyCorp
- "Jalen Lofts" presentation by Pivotal Housing Partners
- "The Flats at Wolf Creek" presentation by St. Mary’s Development Corporation
City Council
The City Council is considering several zoning amendments for multi-family housing and industrial land use. Additionally, the council will review resolutions regarding economic development funds for TechniCote and grant funds for water main replacements.
- Zoning amendment for 1866 Shiloh Springs Road to allow light manufacturing
- Proposed multi-family housing developments on Main Street and Olive Road
- $500,000 in economic development funds for TechniCote
- $75,000 grant for Eppington water main replacement project
- $75,000 grant for Macmillan water main replacement project
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Council will enter executive session to discuss the appointment of a public official. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding appointing a citizen to the Ward 2 City Council vacancy.
- Executive session for discussing a public official appointment
- Resolution 24-02: Motion to add a name to Resolution R24-23
- Resolution R24-23: Appointing a citizen to the Ward 2 City Council vacancy
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Trotwood City Council will conduct elections for the position of Vice-Mayor. The meeting includes resolutions to fund community events, such as a family reunion weekend and Black History Month contests. The council will also vote on several appointments to various city boards and commissions.
- Election of a Vice-Mayor for a two-year term
- Authorization for the City Manager to apply for 2024 economic development grants
- Funding for an annual Family Reunion Weekend up to $10,000
- Funding for a 'Trunk-or-Treat' event up to $3,000
- Appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals