City of Columbus Launches Certification Program for LGBTQ+ Businesses
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther announced a partnership with the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce to certify Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Business Enterprises.
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Mayor Ginther Unveils 2022 Capital Improvements Budget
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther today released the proposed 2022 Capital Improvements Budget.
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City of Columbus Proposes $1.5 Billion Bond Package to Finance Capital Improvements, Expand Affordable Housing
The City of Columbus will ask voters to approve a $1.5 billion voted bond package this fall to finance capital improvements in neighborhoods across the city.
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Mayor Ginther Announces Columbus Housing Strategy
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther announced the Columbus Housing Strategy, which will tackle Columbus’ housing shortage to ensure housing affordability for current and future residents.
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Columbus Recreation and Parks is Helping Neighborhoods to Beat the Heat
Columbus Recreation and Parks will open cooling centers at five regional community centers through Thursday, June 16, to give residents a place to cool off during this week’s extreme heat.
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City Leaders Unveil Public Art on the Scioto Peninsula, Kick Off 2022 Columbus Arts Festival
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther joined city and community leaders to unveil three new pieces of public art that decorate and beautify the recently completed Starling Garage on the Scioto Peninsula.
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Mayor Ginther Names Kathy Owens Director of Finance and Management
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther announced Kathy Owens will serve as the Director of the Columbus Department of Finance and Management.
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Mayor Ginther, Council Increase Police Staffing, Park Lighting to Promote Summer Safety
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther has sent legislation to Columbus City Council to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Fraternal Order of Police allowing additional overtime for police officers during the summer months
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City Announces More Than $16 Million in Summer Programming for Columbus Youth
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther announced $16.2 million in city support for summer programming for Columbus youth.
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City of Columbus Launches Financial Empowerment Center
Columbus announced the launch of the Columbus Financial Empowerment Center, which provides free financial counseling with licensed professionals for all Columbus-area adults.
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Columbus Finance Director Joe Lombardi Tapped to Lead SWACO
After more than 30 years of service to the City of Columbus, Joe Lombardi announced he will be leaving his role as Director of the Columbus Department of Finance and Management.
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City of Columbus to Hold Induction Ceremony for 2021 Hall of Fame
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther will induct the late Mary Teresa Funk, Maude Hill, Ned Pettus, Jr., PhD and the late Reverend Dr. James Preston Poindexter into the Columbus Hall of Fame.
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Columbus Selected to Participate in National Heat-mapping Campaign
The City of Columbus is one of 16 municipalities selected to participate in a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration heat-mapping campaign.
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Columbus Accepting Nominations for the 2022 Shellabarger Illuminator Award
The City of Columbus is accepting nominations for the Shellabarger Illuminator Award.
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Mayor Ginther Appoints Kristen Atha Director of Public Utilities
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther has appointed Kristen Atha Director of Public Utilities.
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City of Columbus Announces New Clean-Energy Jobs Program
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther announced $1.5 million to IMPACT Community Action to implement Empowered! – a new clean-energy jobs program geared toward Columbus residents ages 18-24.
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City Leaders Announce $19 million to Support Human Service Efforts Throughout Columbus
City leaders announced $19 million for local human services organizations working to address homelessness, infant vitality and workforce preparedness, among other critical social needs.
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City of Columbus and Central Ohio Crime Stoppers Partner to Catch Illegal Dumpers
The City of Columbus and Central Ohio Crime Stoppers are seeking the community’s help in identifying suspected illegal dumpers caught on camera.
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Columbus Women’s Commission Launches Next Phase of Equity Campaign
The Columbus Women’s Commission today announced the next phase of its signature equity campaign titled “The Columbus Commitment: 100 Adopters. 100 Days. 100% Committed.”
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City of Columbus, Greenspot Smart Mobility Expand Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
The City of Columbus and Greenspot Smart Mobility are partnering to expand charging accessibility for electric vehicle (EV) drivers with three new public charging station locations.
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