Trenton R-9 School Board Recognizes Retirees

The Trenton R-IX school board met in regular session Tuesday. Superintendent Daniel Gott recognized three employees that were retiring - Graham McVay, HS custodian for 35 years, Wendy Shuler, Rissler Kindergarten teacher for 29 years and Carolyn Schmidt, Rissler assistant principal who has been with the district for 24 years.

After approving the previous minutes and passing the consent agenda, the board considered two proposals.

Superintendent Gott asked the board to consider renewing the contract for Dot.Com, to provide Speech Therapy and Psychology support. The board voted unanimously to renew the contract.

Next, the board approved the Professional Development Plan that directs 1 percent of district funds to allow teachers to enhance their skills and teaching environments.

Superintendent Gott then discussed a grant the district had secured recently. The State Safety

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National Day of Prayer Observed

City Council Discusses Bids, Meeting Dates

Trenton City Council met in open session, Monday, May 8, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at city hall.

Reports were given by Councilmember Briggs and Councilmember Humphreys.

The Utility Committee meeting was set for May 16, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Police Chief Ross gave a report on meetings with the Green Hills Animal Shelter and the Josh Gottman family concerning mowing and cleanup.

Bill 14 was then introduced. It provided for an

New Animal Control Officer in Trenton

agreement between the City of Trenton and Airport IFE Services to construct a T-hangar and ramp IFE. Motion to pass was made by Councilmember Humphreys. The bill passed unanimously.

In new business, the city received two bids for the demolition project. A motion was made by Councilmember Mlika to hire Perkins Dozing as the contractor for the project. Motion carried with Councilmember Briggs voting no.

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Ashley Conwell has been hired as the Animal Control/Nuisance Enforcement Officer in Trenton. She began the position parttime on April 13 and went full-time April 25. She replaces Les Spickard, who recently retired after 37 years of service to the Trenton community.

Ashley grew up on a small farm in Mercer County and graduated from Mercer High School. She has raised and cared for a variety of animals in her lifetime. She and her daughter now reside in Trenton.