City Announcements
Third Annual
The Columbia Police Department and Columbia-Richland Fire Department are partnering with the American Red Cross South Carolina Blood Services Region for the third annual “Boots and Badges” blood drive. The event will be held at the American Red Cross Columbia donation center, 2751 Bull St., 7a.m.- 2p.m. Friday, May 25; Saturday, May 26; Monday, May 28; and 11a.m. -7p.m. Tuesday, May 29 and Wednesday, May 30

Public Forum and Discussion Regarding the City of Columbia's Form of Government
The Columbia City Council held a public forum and discussion about a proposed referendum to change the City of Columbia’s form of government during Council’s Regular Meeting on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. The forum included a presentation from Mr. Scott Slatton, Senior Field Services Manager for the Municipal Association of South Carolina.

Forms and Powers of Municipal Government

Change in Government Chart

CMRTA: Balanced Budget Service Implementation Plan


Grants Status
Click here to view information on grants for which the City has applied, some of which have been funded by federal stimulus dollars.

City Newsroom
May 10-12, 2012
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May 10-26, 2012
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City of Columbia E-Bills

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City Parks and Recreation Welcomes Public Input on Five-Year Master Plan
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is extending an invitation to the public to share thoughts and ideas regarding the development of its Master Plan.

The public will have the opportunity to take part in the development process by attending community meetings that will be held during May .

*Woodland Park/District 4
Thursday, May 17, 2012 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

*Eau Claire Print Building/District 1
Monday, May 21, 2012, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.


Summer Concert Series 2012
The City of Columbia Department of Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce the featured artists for the 2012 Summer Concert Series. All performances will be held from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will feature an amazing line-up. The kick off will be on Saturday, May 26 and continue through Saturday, August 18.

The Parks & Recreation Department invites youth, adults and families to this free, fun and entertaining Summer Concert Series. All artists can be seen at the performing arts stage, Finlay Park, 930 Laurel Street in downtown Columbia. For more information call 803.545.3100.

Compliance Division Training Workshop and Networking Session
The Compliance Division of the City of Columbia Utilities and Engineering Department is hosting a free Training Workshop and Networking Session at the Eau Claire Print Shop on Wednesday, June 6th from 9 a.m. until noon.

Mayor Steve Benjamin
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