Mayor Ginther Releases Statement Regarding Police Officer’s Arrest
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther released a statement regarding the indictment and arrest of Officer Andrew Mitchell of the Columbus Division of Police.
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City and County Officials Announce Complete Count Committee and 2020 Census Action Plan
The City of Columbus and Franklin County announced the Complete Count Committee and rolled out the 2020 Census Action Plan.
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Mayor Ginther and Other Leaders Unite in Support of Major Changes to Transportation Funding
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and other leaders throughout the region stood together to support House Bill 62 that would increase the state motor fuel user fee for the first time since 2005
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City Rolls Out Short Term Rental Licensing Program
Beginning today, people interested in using their residences as a short-term rental on a hosting platform will be required to first obtain a short-term rental permit from the City of Columbus Licensing Section.
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Gunfire Detection System Now Live in the Linden Neighborhood
As part of the Comprehensive Neighborhood Safety Strategy, the gunfire detection system, ShotSpotter, is now live in the Linden neighborhood.
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City of Columbus Announces Human Services Grants
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and Columbus City Councilmember Priscilla Tyson announced 41 agencies that will be recipients of $4.5 million dollars in Human Services grants in 2019-20 to help create lasting change in the lives of those who are economically insecure in our community.
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City of Columbus to Assist Non-English Speaking Residents With City Income Tax Preparation
In collaboration with the Department of Neighborhoods, the Columbus Division of Income Tax is assisting non-English speaking residents with income tax preparation.
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Gunfire Detection System Live in the Hilltop Neighborhood
A new gunfire detection system is now live in the Hilltop neighborhood.
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City of Columbus Announces the Small Business Assessment Advisory Committee
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and Council President Shannon Hardin launched the Reimagining Small Business Initiatives in December of 2018.
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2019 State of the City Address
Mayor Ginther's 2019 State of the City Address
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Mayor Andrew J. Ginther Announces the Continuation of Extended Hours for Community Recreation Centers for Thursday, January 31
As dangerously cold weather continues in central Ohio, Mayor Andrew J. Ginther reminds Columbus residents that Columbus Recreation and Parks Department community recreation centers remain open, and five community centers will have extended hours of operations for a second day on Thursday, January 31.
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Mayor Andrew J. Ginther Announces Extended Hours for Community Recreation Centers During Extreme Cold Weather
As extreme cold weather approaches the central Ohio, Mayor Andrew J. Ginther reminds Columbus residents that Columbus Recreation and Parks Department community recreation centers remain open, and five community centers will have extended hours of operations on Wednesday, January 30.
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Mayor Andrew J. Ginther Announces Deputy Chief Thomas A. Quinlan to Serve As Interim Chief Of Police
COLUMBUS, OH – Mayor Andrew J. Ginther today announced that Deputy Chief of Police Thomas A. Quinlan will serve as interim Chief of Police following the retirement of current Chief Kimberley Jacobs on February 8, 2019
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City Leaders Announce Assistance For Furloughed Federal Workers
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and Columbus City Council announced plans to assist furloughed federal workers with utility bills and outlined what a continued shutdown could mean to Columbus residents.
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Columbus Announces Proposed $1.03 Billion in Voted Bond Package To Finance Capital Improvements
The City of Columbus is asking voters to approve a $1.03 billion voted bond package to finance capital improvements in neighborhoods across the city.
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Comprehensive Neighborhood Safety Strategy 2018 Report to the Community
We are proud to release the Comprehensive Neighborhood Safety Strategy 2018 Report to the Community.
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Mayor Ginther and First Lady Shannon Ginther Announce New Columbus Women’s Commission Members
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and First Lady Shannon Ginther announced four new Commissioners on the Columbus Women’s Commission.
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Mayor Andrew J. Ginther Comments on State Body Camera Bill
House Bill 425 establishes public record law for police worn body camera videos, as well as dashboard camera videos.
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