Columbia has new alderman

The Columbia City Council on Nov. 21 voted unanimously to confirm the appointment of Michael Lawlor to the open aldermanic seat created by the resignation of Mark Roessler in late…

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Columbia energy rates to increase

Columbia residents who participate in the city’s electricity aggregation program will see a significant price increase starting in early 2023. Columbia City Administrator Doug Brimm announced at Monday’s Columbia City…

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Growth in Columbia budget

Columbia City Administrator Doug Brimm presented a budget overview during last Monday’s Columbia City Council meeting.  The budget for the City of Columbia’s upcoming fiscal year, like many recent aspects…

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Columbia mulls new TIF district

As one tax increment financing district ends in Columbia, another one may be beginning.  At last Tuesday’s Columbia City Council meeting, Columbia Director of Community Development Scott Dunakey requested the…

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Columbia set to OK budget

COVID-19 has affected nearly every aspect of life in Monroe County, and financial planning for the City of Columbia is no different.  Columbia City Administrator Doug Brimm gave a report…

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Columbia defends biz support

Comments made in the lead-up to the April 6 municipal election have some Columbia city officials and employees on the defensive. Campaign remarks by candidates for Columbia offices suggested that…

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