The Trenton Town Council is scheduled to hold a public meeting on Nov. 16 at 7:00 p.m. at the Trenton Town Hall located at 17 East Main in Trenton, Utah. The meeting agenda includes a public hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant program and several local updates.
The meeting agenda includes a public hearing to provide citizens with information about the Community Development Block Grant program and to allow for discussion regarding possible applications for the 2026 funding cycle. This program requires that grant money be spent on projects that primarily benefit low- and moderate-income people.
The Bear River Association of Governments, which includes Trenton as a member, expects to receive approximately $850,000 in this new program year. Eligible activities under this program include the provision of public services such as food banks or homeless shelters, the acquisition of real property, and the construction of public works and facilities like fire stations or water and sewer lines.
During the meeting, the council is scheduled to consider several items, including approval of the October 6, 2026, minutes and the approval of October checks. Councilmember Wangsgard is scheduled to lead discussions on cemetery burial rates and updates regarding parks, recreation, and the cemetery.
Other scheduled updates include roads with Councilmember Merrill, planning and zoning and the fire department with Councilmember Kingston, and water with Councilmember Nelson. The council will also consider an employee official dress policy and an IADU ordinance. Additionally, there is a discussion and possible action to authorize Mayor Erick Simmonds to sign final deeds and transfer documents for a land trade agreement with the West Cache Irrigation Company.
In the past, Trenton received $41,807.00 in grants for cemetery road improvements. The town's capital investment plan is included as part of the regional Consolidated Plan, which identifies projects needed in the community.
Public comments on items not on the agenda will be taken, with comments limited to five minutes and no action taken on those matters. Individuals requiring special accommodations for the meeting should notify Town Recorder Katie Downs at least 24 hours in advance.
