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Published 16 hours agoCity of Columbus to Temporarily Close Parking Lot 10 for Landscaping Improvements
The City of Columbus will begin landscaping improvements at Parking Lot 10, located at Franklin and 6th streets, as part of ongoing efforts to expand the downtown tree canopy with native, sustainable and low‑maintenance plantings. The project supports goals outlined in the…
City’s third annual Fiscal Budget Guide now available
The City of Columbus’ 2026–2027 Fiscal Budget Guide is now available in both print and online, giving residents an accessible look at how the City’s budget works and how tax dollars and other revenues support services throughout the community.
Columbus Free Press
Published September 24Community conversation on Our City, Our Say versus Columbus City Council initiatives
Thursday, September 24, 2026 - 6:30pm Trinity Baptist Churchm 461 St. Clair Ave., Columbus, OH 43203 OCOS representative Morgan Harper and City Council President Pro Tem Rob Dorans are scheduled to have a community conversation on Issue 8 and Issue 9.
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Published September 21Mayor Ferdon Relaunches ‘Mondays with Mary’ Video Series
Columbus Mayor Mary Ferdon has relaunched “Mondays with Mary,” a weekly video series that highlights city news and initiatives. The series, which had paused unexpectedly, will publish short updates each Monday covering public safety, ordinances, infrastructure projects and topics…
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Published September 21Black vote may be key for Our City Our Say
How will the Columbus Black community vote in November regarding district representation? This question has become significantly consequential to the future of Columbus. Some argue their vote will be the deciding factor in determining whether activist candidates will ever have…
Fall Hydrant Flushing to begin later this month
The Columbus Water Utility Division will begin its Fall Hydrant Flushing & Flow Testing on Monday, September 28, 2026.
City Council approves changes to staff appointments, meeting procedures
The City of Columbus is making changes to help ensure smoother transitions between mayors, give incoming mayors and councilmembers more time to work with city staff, and clarify roles during City Council meetings.
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Published September 16Columbus Hearing on Draft Data Center Policy
Wednesday, September 16, 5:30pm Columbus City Hall, 90 W. Broad St.
Proposed pay plan addresses public-safety compensation
The Columbus City Council reviewed the City’s proposed 2026-27 pay plan Tuesday, Sept. 8, with several public-safety positions proposed to move up one pay grade following annual wage studies comparing Columbus with similarly sized cities.
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Published September 15Motil City Council Camapign Finance Testimony
These contribution limits do nothing to even slightly level the playing field for citizens challenging major party endorsed candidates and incumbent office holders. Columbus voters need comprehensive campaign finance/election law solutions that are thought out with honest…
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Published September 15Sam Baker for Mayor campaign launch event
A new perspective has entered the arena in Ohio's state capital as Samantha Baker announced her people-powered candidacy for Mayor of Columbus in the 2027 election. Surrounded by supporters at Slammer's Bar and Grill in downtown Columbus Friday night, Baker said “We deserve to be…
City outlines $5.5 million in capital investments for 2026-2027
The City of Columbus is proposing to allocate $5.5 million in 1% sales-tax revenue to capital improvements during the 2026-2027 fiscal year, compared with $7 million allocated in the previous year.