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City of Trenton Officials

MAYOR

Steven Rzeppa

CITY COUNCIL

Scott Cabauatan

Timber R. Baun-Crooks

Nelson Perugi

Richard Benedetti

Wendy Pate

Dora Rodriguez

Mayor and City Council meets bi-weekly at Trenton City Hall 2800 3rd St., Trenton, MI 48183

ADMINISTRATOR

Dean Creech

CITY CLERK

Debra R. Devitt

PARKS & RECREATION

DIRECTOR

Tim Beaker

CITY

Michael McCullough

CITY

Joanie Barnett, MAAO

CITY

Karen Sall

DPW

Kevin Sargent

CITY

Souheil Sabak

CHIEF OF POLICE

Mike Oakley

FIRE CHIEF

Keith Anderson

DOWNTOWN

DEVELOPMENT

AUTHORITY

Brian Rzeppa

Community Organizations

TRENTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

In 1987, the Trenton Historical Society was incorporated as a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization dedicated to the acquisition and preservation of Trenton artifacts and history.

In partnership with the society is the Trenton Historical Commission, a city advisory commission which collects, develops and compiles historical data and information concerning the origin and development of the Trenton area, as well as over-seeing maintenance and tours of the Trenton Historical Museum.

DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Trengon Downtown Development Authority (DDA), formed in 1997, has been working in conjunction with the city government and the business community to revitalize Downtown for the 21st century. They are in the midst of an exciting growth phase that has included new business and residential development as well as comprehensive infrastructure improvements.

TRENTON BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

The Trenton Business Association (TBA) is dedicated to promoting their members as well as the Trenton community, through sponsorships of community programs, developing business relationships, networking meetings and use of appropriate media communication.

TBA holds meetings on the second Thursday of every month at 12 p.m. All are welcome!

ROTARY CLUB OF TRENTON

The Trenton Rotary Club has provided support to the local community in numerous ways since its founding in 1937. That support includes providing over $150,000 in scholarships in past years to local students, sponsoring the Trenton Interact Club at Trenton High School, supporting emerging artists and local youth theater, aiding the needs of our servicemen and women, holding an annual Family fun fair, local and international literacy projects and more.

ART | PUBLIC SPACES

• TRENTON COMMUNITY MURAL

Artists and volunteers worked together to create a mural on the walls of the train bridge at W. Jefferson Ave. and King Rd. in Trenton. The mural is part of a special community paint project that welcomed residents to join with artists in brightening our community.

Welcome to City of Trenton Parks & Recreation are focused on Fun!

For more than 50 years, Trenton Parks and Recreation has been providing programs, experiences, and spaces that enhance the lives of people in our community. We love what we do which is why we take fun seriously. We are committed to offering quality programs and events for you and your family to connect with people, parks and play in Trenton.

Our Mission

We are dedicated to serving our community by providing diverse programs, experiences and spaces that enhance quality of life.

Our Vision

To be the first choice and trusted source for connecting with nature, living healthy and having fun.

Register For Programs Online!

Step-by-Step

1. Visit www.trentonmi.org/parksandrec, and click on PROGRAMS tab.

2. Choose the program(s) you are interested in and click on one of them as they each have link to the registration portal: apps.daysmartrecreation.com

3. Once you are in the appsdaysmartrecreation.com portal, review and select the program that you are interested in joining.

4. Enter your account email and password – if you do not have an account you should select CREATE ACCOUNT and follow prompts. You can now finalize your or program

6. Repeat these steps to register for additional or programs.

Youth/Kids Programs

Youth Sports

BASKETBALL PROGRAM KINDERGARTEN – 6TH GRADE / CO-ED

Our youth basketball program will keep children active while teaching them the basics of the sport, and preparing them to participate in practices/games.

INFO :

• Registration has started! Deadline to register is November 4th, 2022.

• Practices begin the week of January 9th, 2023. Each team will practice once a week for an hour between 6:00-9:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday at Hedke Elementary School or Anderson Elementary School.

• Game format may be changed depending on registration totals.

DATE(S) :

Games will be played on Saturdays from January 21 - March 18

• K - 1st and 2nd - 3rd grade teams will play 3 on 3 games

• 4th - 5th and 6th grade teams will play 5 on 5 games

LOCATION(S) :

K - 1st and 2nd - 3rd grade . Hedke Elementary School 4th - 5th and 6th grade Arthurs Middle School

FEE : Basketball Program . $104 for Residents $120 for Non-Residents

*No games during Winter Break – Feb 18 Register online: trenton mi.org/parksandrec

NOTE :

• All Trenton Parks and Recreation leagues are recreational. They are formed and operated on the principles of good sportsmanship, fair play, courtesy to others, healthy activity, tolerance and inclusiveness, and community understanding and development. We reserve the right to make decisions that are in the best interest of the league and community.

LEARN TO SKATE

SNOWPLOW SAM – AGES 6 AND UNDER

Preschool-age skaters develop preliminary coordination and strength to move around on the ice. The introductory classes are divided into four progressive levels for kids with no prior skating experience to build confidence in skating and themselves. Fun and games make this positive experience for your kids enjoyable and memorable.

BASIC SKILLS – AGES 7 +

The first stage of skills forms a strong foundation for your skaters to explore the world of skating. All will progress at their own pace working toward mastering each skill. Instructors encourage skaters to trade in hesitation for excitement as they grow a love for skating. FUNdamentals harness those skills as agility, balance, coordination and speed become the main focus of this curriculum.

INFO :

• Choose your child’s age group and pick Tuesday or Saturday classes. • Register online: trenton mi.org/parksandrec

DATE(S) / TIME(S) :

SNOWPLOW SAM

TUESDAYS . . . . . . . . . Oct 25 – Dec 6 . . . . . . . . 5 – 5:30 PM

SATURDAYS Oct 29 – Dec 10 8:30 – 9 AM

BASIC

TUESDAYS . . . . . . . . . . Oct 25 – Dec 6 . . . . . . . 5:30 – 6:05 PM

SATURDAYS Oct 29 – Dec 10 9 – 9:35 AM

BASIC 6

TUESDAYS . . . . . . Oct 25 – Dec 6 . . . . . . . 6:05 – 6:50 PM

SATURDAYS . . Oct 29 – Dec 10 . . 9:35 – 10:20 AM

FREESTYLE

TUESDAYS . . . . . . . . . Oct 25 – Dec 6 . . . . . . . 6:05 – 6:50 PM

SATURDAYS . . . . . . . . Oct 29 – Dec 10 . . . . . . 9:35 – 10:20 AM

*No classes Nov 22 and 26

Adult Fitness Programs

FITNESS UNLIMITED MEMBERSHIP | FALL 2022

If you’re interested in more than three classes – this option is for you. Enjoy unlimited classes for the six week spring session.*

FEE :

Unlimited Membership . . . . $150 for Residents $155 for Non-Residents

NOTE : Fees are listed below classes as shown on this page.

Your Fitness Programs Punch Card is available for purchase/pickup at the Recreation Department offices OR you can collect your card when you come to your first class!

* Pool Paddleboard Yoga need to be registered for separately and do not fall under Punch Card or Unlimited. * Classes with equipment will have five spaces available for punch card and/or members on a first come, first serve basis. Register online: trenton mi.org/parksandrec

Senior Activities/Services

Wildlife Refuge Programming

The Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge is the only international wildlife refuge in North America. ( 5437 W. Jefferson Ave., Trenton, MI 48183 )

The Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge is the only international wildlife refuge in North America. The refuge includes islands, coastal wetlands, marshes, shoals, and waterfront lands along 48 miles of Detroit River and Western Lake Erie shoreline.

Bats

October 21, 2022 | 4 – 5:30 pm

Join Park Ranger Todd at the Detroit Wildlife Refuge for this FREE, fun program to learn about Bats.

FREE event AGES: 5-10 Detroit Wildlife Refuge

Bald Eagles

November 23, 2022 | 12:30 – 2 pm

Join Park Ranger Todd at the Detroit Wildlife Refuge for this FREE, fun program to learn about Bald Eagles.

FREE event AGES: 5-13 Detroit Wildlife Refuge

Winter Wildlife

December 13, 2022 | 4:30 pm

Join Park Ranger Todd at the Detroit Wildlife Refuge for this FREE, fun program to learn about Winter Wildlife.

FREE event AGES: all ages Detroit Wildlife Refuge trentonmi.org/parksandrec

Walk Michigan

WALK MICHIGAN is a Senior Group, age 55+ that walks the hallways of Trenton High School from September - May each year.

WALK MICHIGAN walks 5 pm - 6 pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

FREE to join | Age 55+

* Walks take place at the Trenton High School ( Park in Main Entrance Lot )

* No walking on holidays or school closures.

Trenton Transportation

734-675-7300

trentonmi.org/parksandrec

The Trenton Transportation Service is operated by the City of Trenton, in partnership with the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART), and provides door-to-door transportation to senior residents 60 years and older or persons with a qualifying disability.

OVERVIEW OF SHUTTLE SERVICE

Transportation is provided within the following boundaries:

• NORTH – Northline Road

• SOUTH – Vreeland Road

• EAST – Riverside Dr or W Jefferson Ave

• WEST - Telegraph Road

Our transportation service offers registrants affordable access to health care, adult daytime activities and events, grocery shopping, and other appointments in the Trenton and surrounding Downriver area.

As we relaunch transportation services for Trenton Seniors, there are some new guidelines and procedures you’ll need to know:

• Riders are requested to practice social distancing as much as possible, staying 6 ft. from driver upon entering and exiting the vehicle.

• All trips must be pre-paid. No cash payment will be accepted by drivers. Please contact us at 734-675-7300 to arrange pre-payment for your trips.

• If you do not feel well, please cancel your scheduled trip and re-schedule at a later date when you are well.

ELIGIBILITY

You must be a Trenton resident and live within the corporate City Limits of Trenton, be at least 60 years of age or disabled. Disabled residents under the age of 60 must provide proper documentation to register such as a Medicare card or a letter defining your disability from your physician.

SERVICE & RESERVATION

Hours and days of service:

OFFICE HOURS

Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 4 pm

SERVICE HOURS

Mon-Fri 9 am - 4 pm

The first pickup is at 9:00 am, and the last time to call for an afternoon pickup is by 3:00 pm Transportation is closed in observance of all yearly and City of Trenton holidays and this excludes transportation to the Airport.

Note : Trips must be scheduled 24 hours in advance.

FEE SCHEDULE

Shuttle service is $3.50 each way traveled

Discounts are available with multiple trip package purchases. Purchases of ten trips or more will be $3 each way.

An out of boundary trip may be scheduled, with the approval of the office manager for an additional charge.

Note : On days when it’s busy with local appointments, an out of boundary trip will not be scheduled.

SCHEDULING A TRIP

To registered and schedule your trips call 734-675-7300. Please be sure to provide the following info so your reservation can be scheduled accurately:

• Name of person needing transportation

• Contact phone number

• Date and time of appointment for which transportation is being requested

• Pick-up location address

• Destination location address

• Verify it is a one-way trip or round-trip

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

Decisions regarding the delayed opening or closure of Trenton Senior Transportation Service are made with the utmost regard for the safety of our participants and staff. In the event of inclement weather, Senior Transportation will follow the lead of the Trenton Public School District.

If they are closed due to weather conditions then the transportation program will also be closed. If severe weather is predicted we ask that you take the proper precautions in setting up alternative transportation if your appointment is deemed critical.

HOW TO REGISTER ONLINE

Go to trentonmi.org to register for the program.

Follow the step-by-step instructions to setup your account. If you are unable to complete the process, please call the Recreation Department at 734-675-7300 and we will assist you in getting your account in place.

Upon approval of your account, you will be eligible to purchase trips.

Note : Be sure to add funds to your account to cover the costs of transportation, this is how you will be charged for the usage of the shuttle.

Getting started

Please read through the information provided on this page or trentonmi.org for detailed instructions. If you need assistance please call 734-675-7300.

Get To Know Our Team

We’re here for you. We want to make things fun and we’re ready to listen to ideas and concepts. At the end of the day – recreation is rewarding to us. We love what we do and we hope you do too! We're following up our Best Summer Ever with some Hometown Harvest energy. Get ready for an incredible autumn, filled with community events, family programming, fitness & wellness classes and Halloween thrills!

Tim Beaker

RECREATION DIRECTOR

tbeaker@trenton-mi.com

Family, community and fun describes me the best. My door is always open. Bring ideas and solutions!

Kinsey Roberts PROGRAM

COORDINATOR

kroberts@trenton-mi.com

Innovative, organized and willing to converse – rejuvenating the city through recreation and community programming.

Jan Floyd RECREATION PROGRAM AIDE

jfloyd@trenton-mi.com

Rooted in Trenton, giving back to the community and growing the recreation footprint.

Cass Francis PROGRAM COORDINATOR ASSISTANT

Providing a fresh perspective while honoring tried and true recreation traditions.

Sam Sawnick

MARKETING COORDINATOR ssawnick@trenton-mi.com

Community ingrained, manifesting positive Trenton connections with innovative and authentic marketing concepts.

Ken Naysmith FACILITIES MANAGER

knaysmith@trenton-mi.com

Protecting, maintaining and driving the future of Trenton Recreation facilities.

Kathy Benko RECREATION PROGRAM AIDE

kbenko@trenton-mi.com

Spontaneoulsy facilities the needs of today’s youths and seniors with her tenacious can-do attitude.

Matt Stanley OPERATIONS MANAGER

mstanley@trenton-mi.com

Trenton raised and paying it forward by reaffirming history and creating a legacy I can be proud of.

Heather Lear FITNESS COORDINATOR hlear@trenton-mi.com

Focused and committed to bettering Trenton, bringing a balanced and focused approach to creating a healthier community.

Charlene Francis WESTFIELD ATTENDANT

cfrancis@trenton-mi.com

Light-hearted, steadfast and dependable, committed to growing and supporting the senior community.

Trenton Recreation Commission Bob Watkowski, Chairperson; Ilene Flanagan; Mark Gilstorf; John McDonald; Marianne Robinson; Anna Mierkowicz; Linda Kell; Robert Wade; Keith Kneiding