News Releases & Information

04-25-24: City Council to Hold Public Hearings on Zoning Code Update

Council President Hardin and Council President Pro Tem Rob Dorans, chair of the Zoning Committee, will hold three public hearings during May and June regarding the proposed new Zoning Code and map.

03-13-24: City of Columbus Receives National Recognition for Cultural Diversity Efforts

The City of Columbus has been honored with the City Cultural Diversity Award from the National League of Cities (NLC) for its outstanding efforts in promoting cultural diversity and inclusivity.

03-06-24: City of Columbus Announces Historic Investment into the Fight Against Homelessness Through the Community Shelter Board

As the City continues to work with partners to address a growing housing and homelessness crisis, Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and City Council President Shannon G. Hardin today announced a historic investment of $9.4 million investment in the Community Shelter Board (CSB), nearly tripling the City’s yearly funding in combatting the homelessness crisis.

02-26-24: City Council Announces Amendments to the 2024 Operating Budget

Columbus City Council President Shannon G. Hardin joined Council Finance Chair Nick Bankston and Councilmembers to unveil more than $18.5 million in amendments to Mayor Andrew J. Ginther's $1.2 Billion 2024 Operating Budget.

01-04-24: City Council to Hold Public Hearings on 2024 Operating Budget

Columbus City Council invites residents and neighborhood leaders to a series of public hearings to review and provide feedback on the City of Columbus' $1.1 Billion 2024 Operating Budget, proposed by Mayor Ginther back in November.

01-02-24: City Council Ushers in New Year with a New Era

Columbus City Council turned the page to a new era, implementing the biggest changes to the structure of the body in 100 years that were approved by voters in 2018.