City of Columbus Maintains Highest Possible Triple A Bond Rating
The City of Columbus has again earned credit ratings of Aaa/AAA/AAA -- the highest possible credit ratings from Moody’s Investors Service, S&P Global Ratings, and Fitch Ratings, respectively.
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Development Director Steve Schoeny to Depart, Chief Innovation Officer Michael Stevens to Serve as Interim
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther announced Chief Innovation Officer Michael Stevens will serve as Interim Director of the Columbus Department of Development pending the departure of current Director Steve Schoeny.
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Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and City of Columbus to Host ConnectUS Business Conference & Expo
Registration is now open for the 2019 ConnectUS Business Conference & Expo presented by Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.
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Ohio Mayors Alliance Recognizes Columbus With Grant
The Ohio Mayors Alliance recognized Columbus with a grant award for the City's joint work with I Know I Can and Columbus City Schools to promote seniors taking charge of their futures, crossing the finish line at graduation, and then reaching higher by going to college, getting a job, beginning a career, or serving in the military.
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City of Columbus Releases Operational Review on Division of Police
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther released the operational review of the Columbus Division of Police conducted by Matrix Consulting.
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Mayor Andrew J. Ginther announces retirement of Education Department Director Rhonda Johnson
After five years of serving as the Education Department Director, Rhonda Johnson will retire from the City of Columbus in early August.
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City of Columbus Releases Disparity Study
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion released a study that measured disparity in city prime contracts and subcontracts between 2012 and 2015.
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Mayor Ginther waves entrance fee on pools over the weekend
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther has waived the $1 per person entrance fee at the city pools Saturday, July 20 and Sunday, July 21.
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U.S. Conference of Mayors to Hold 2022 Annual Meeting in Columbus
The U.S. Conference of Mayors has selected Columbus to hold its 2022 Annual Meeting in Columbus. It is the first time Columbus has hosted the meeting.
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Mayor Ginther Opens Five Community Centers This Weekend to Beat the Heat
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther has ordered five community centers to remain open this weekend to give residents a place to cool off during the extreme heat.
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City and County Announce Private Fund to Advance Affordable Housing
The City of Columbus, along with Franklin County, corporate partners and The Columbus Foundation, announced a $100 million Housing Action Fund to address the need for affordable housing in Franklin County.
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City Seeks New Nominees for 2019 Columbus Hall of Fame Induction
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther is asking residents to nominate new candidates for the Columbus Hall of Fame.
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City Rolls Out Zoning Notification Sign Program
The City of Columbus wants to make sure every resident knows when major projects or zoning changes are being considered in their community.
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Seven Columbus Area Developments Receive OHFA Tax Credits
Seven Columbus area developments were granted tax credits from the Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA), which are used to fund the construction, acquisition and rehabilitation of affordable housing communities throughout Ohio.
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Mayor Andrew J. Ginther Announces the Resignation of Recreation and Parks Director Tony Collins
After serving Columbus residents with great passion and drive, Columbus Recreation and Parks Director, Tony Collins has submitted his resignation to pursue the role of Chief Executive Officer at the YMCA of Central Ohio.
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Mayor Ginther To Unveil 2019 Capital Improvements Budget To Columbus City Council
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther will unveil his 2019 Capital Improvements Budget to Columbus City Council on Monday, May 13, 2019.
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City of Columbus Hires Community Engagement Firm and Launches Website to Keep Residents Up to Date on Police Chief Search
The City of Columbus hired The Saunders Company to lead community engagement efforts in the selection of the next chief of police and also announced the launch of a website to keep residents informed on the process.
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City of Columbus Celebrates GreenSpot Business’ Accomplishments
The City of Columbus presented the prized GreenSpotLight award to three GreenSpot member organizations as part of the annual GreenSpot celebration.
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Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission and City of Columbus Seeking proposals for Regional Housing Study
The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) and the City of Columbus today announced that they are seeking proposals for a regional housing strategy as part of an overall strategy to deal with the shortage of affordable housing.
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Mayor Ginther and Building-Construction Unions Sign Community Benefits Agreement
Today, Mayor Andrew J. Ginther, other city officials, labor leaders and stakeholders signed a Community Benefits Agreement for the construction of the new Linden Community Center and Park.
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