Business News & Updates

September 2023

Fall Fest Car Show, Concert, Food Trucks, Fireworks & More

Click here to listen to music!

Energy Aggregation on November Ballot

The City Council approved language to add energy aggregation to the November ballot. This will impact Trenton residents and some businesses. Information will be sent to the public later this Fall. In the interim:

Click here to view the consultant presentation

Click here to read Council legislation regarding electricity and here for legislation regarding natural gas

Video from past meetings is also available on the City's Facebook page. Click here to contact Matthew Mesisklis, Finance Director, or call 513-428-0169.

City Council Approves Comprehensive Plan Update

City Council recently approved the Comprehensive Plan Update. However the effort is not over. Now staff begins work on tasks from the Plan, City Council identified priorities from a recent retreat, and other projects. Departments are also starting to work on the next year's budget and plans to meet the community's vision for the best Trenton today and in Year 2050. The City will need community feedback, including business volunteers. Stay tuned for more information and how you can participate.

To learn more about Trenton 2050 click here. Want to share an idea or feedback? Click here or call Bill Jones, Planning and Zoning Administrator at 513-988-6307.

Grow Your Business & Have Fun in Trenton!

Businesses enjoyed Sabrosa Mediterranean Grill's food at the August monthly lunch at Christina's Cakery.

Check out the City Calendar of Meeting and Events here. Check out the Trenton Community and Business Association galleries and past business news updates here.

Upcoming Events:

09-23-2023 Trenton Fall Fest at Community Park

09-26-2023 Business Association Lunch at Trenton Library

10-24-2023 Business Association Lunch at Trenton Library

11-25-2023 Christmas Tree Lighting

Help the City, Help Your Business

Review your listing in the City's Business Directory.

The Business Directory is located on the City's website. Click here for a link to the Directory. An authorized representative of your business can use this form to update your listing . Not listed? Use the same form to add your company. The form can be submitted online or printed and sent by mail.

Have space for lease, or land or a building for sale?

The City is not a realtor but might be able to share your opportunity on the City website's "Available business sites" page or in databases that the City subscribes to.

The City uses these tools to help promote Trenton and local businesses. Like when opportunities are presented by economic development officials, private developers, tourism groups (like Travel Butler and Great Miami Riverway), and prospective businesses. Businesses can learn about available space, as well as companies that might be potential customers or partners. Residents and visitors can find food, services, churches, and more. Have questions? Contact the City Manager's Office by emailing Nicole Ard, Assistant City Manager here or call 513-988-6306.

September 26th Lunch

Save the date for the next Trenton Community and Business Association Lunch!

October 23rd Lunch

Business Resources

University of Dayton Flyer Pitch Competition

This program offers "coaching, collaboration and competition" for non-profits and businesses. Click here for more information about this program, which is in its 18th year.

UniDiversity Festival

Miami University provides an opportunity to learn about Latin American, Latino, and Caribbean cultures. The 20th annual festival is free and open to the public during Hispanic Heritage Month activities. This includes community gatherings, lectures and music by renowned artists and leaders. Click here for information.

Workplace Wellness/Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation

The Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation is holding a webinar on the "Better You, Better Ohio Program" and program benefits. The webinar is scheduled for September 20th at 10:00 AM. Click here for program information and to register. Click here for a video.

Crisis de-escalation Tactics and Safe Practices Training/Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation

The Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation will hold in-person training to help employees who work in close contact with the public. According to the website, this includes, "Staff in nursing homes, mental health facilities, long-term residential facilities and other customer contact industries that work directly with the public and may possibly encounter belligerent patients, residents and/or customers should attend." Click here for more information and to register

Amber's Grants for Women/Womensnet

This organization provides a series of grants monthly, quarterly, and year-round. The organization reports distributing $30,000 in monthly grant awards. Women owned businesses and non-profits can apply for consideration for all of the grants with one application. Visit this site for more information.