City of Columbus
Recent News About City of Columbus
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Embassy of Winchester was 2nd largest nursing home in Franklin County as of Q4 2023
With an overall rating of one, Embassy of Winchester was the second largest nursing home in Franklin County during the fourth quarter of 2023.
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What was largest nursing home in Franklin County as of Q4 2023?
The Laurels of Walden Park, the largest nursing home in Franklin County, aided an average of 201.7 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.
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New Columbus Women’s Commission Members Announced
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and First Lady Shannon Ginther have announced seven new commissioners on the Columbus Women’s Commission. The Commission, established in January 2017, aims to address gender- and race-based inequities and remove barriers to improve the economic position of women in the community. First Lady Ginther emphasized the importance of the Commission, stating, "The Columbus Women’s Commission plays a vital role in advancing the strength and well-being of women across the city, from promoting pay equity to advocating for fair and just housing protections."...
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Mayor Ginther Names Elon Simms Next Chief of Staff
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther today announced Elon Simms will serve as his next chief of staff. Simms will succeed Ken Paul who, earlier this month, was named executive director of the Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority. The transition will occur in early 2024.
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Mayor Ginther Releases Proposed 2024 General Fund Budget
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther today released his proposed 2024 General Fund budget – the largest-ever in city history. Through sound fiscal management aimed at mitigating the continued financial fallout of the pandemic – and the growth of high-paying jobs contributing to robust income tax revenues – the city is presenting a balanced budget totaling $1.19 billion for programs, services and priorities benefiting Columbus residents and neighborhoods while further bolstering the city’s Rainy Day Fund.
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City Allocates $15 Million to Expand Access to Digital Resources
On November 2 Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and Franklin County Commissioner John O’Grady announced a joint commitment of $20.2 million to Smart Columbus on behalf of the Franklin County Digital Equity Coalition. These important funds will lessen the digital divide in our community, ensuring all under-resourced residents have greater access to affordable, reliable high-speed internet, and the digital resources necessary to live, learn, and earn online.
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City Leaders Announce $335 Million in Medical Debt Relief
Today Council President Shannon Hardin and President Pro Tem Rob Dorans were joined by Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and the Central Ohio Hospital Council (COHC) to announce a uniquely Columbus solution to forgive $335 million in medical debt for Columbus residents.
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Columbus to Host Gun Buyback Drive-Thru Event
The Columbus Office of Violence Prevention, in partnership with the Columbus Division of Police, will host a gun buyback drive-thru event on Saturday, September 30, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot at Trinity Baptist Church, 461 St. Clair Avenue. Submissions will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and completely anonymous; no IDs are required to turn in a firearm.
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Columbus is Helping Neighborhoods to Stay Cool in the Heat
Temperatures are forecasted to be in the 90s starting today through Friday. The City of Columbus reminds residents that Community Centers are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays. A list of community centers can be found here.
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Columbus Leaders Celebrate Grand Opening of New Affordable Housing
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther, Columbus City Councilmember Shayla D. Favor and other community leaders today celebrated the grand opening of new affordable housing units at Town Square Station. This is the first rental housing development built in collaboration with the Central Ohio Community Land Trust (COCLT), which will maintain ownership of the land and guarantee the long-term affordability of every unit.
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Columbus Launches Three Food Waste Drop-Off Facilities for Residents
Columbus residents now may use three new drop-off locations that collect food waste for composting, Mayor Andrew J. Ginther and the Department of Public Service announced at a ribbon-cutting today. The facilities aim to help decrease the nearly 1 million pounds of food waste dumped at the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill every day.
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City Leaders Announce $2M to Help Columbus State Students Stay Stably
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther, Columbus City Council President Shannon G. Hardin and other community leaders today announced $2 million in funding for the Success Bridge program at Columbus State Community College. The program provides students experiencing housing instability with housing counseling, success coaching and emergency rental assistance, so they may stay stably housed while pursuing their studies.
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Columbus Public Safety Awarded $1 Million for Recruitment
The City of Columbus Department of Public Safety has been awarded a $1 million grant from the State of Ohio for a recruiting and marketing program to attract first responders. The grant is part of the Ohio Department of Public Safety Ohio First Responder Recruitment, Retention, and Resilience program.
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Introducing a New Columbus.gov
On Monday, July 17, the City of Columbus launched a new, fresh and innovative design on its website, Columbus.gov. This new website features a modern look and feel, improved mobile compatibility and enhanced search functionality. In addition, the website has been better organized so that users can access the services and information they need more quickly.
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First Lady Dr. Jill Biden Visits Columbus to Discuss Workforce Hub
First Lady of the United States Dr. Jill Biden visited Columbus today to launch the Workforce Hub initiative, ensuring students and workers have access to good-paying jobs created by President Joe Biden’s Investing in America agenda.
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4 companies in cities within Franklin County received four inspections in Q2 2023
There were four companies in cities associated with Franklin County that received four FDA inspections in the second quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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City Announces More Than $20 Million in Summer Programming for Columbus Youth
Columbus Mayor Andrew J. Ginther today announced $20.1 million in city funding for summer programming for Columbus youth.
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City Begins Construction of Two Solar Projects in Support of Division of Power Customers, Columbus Climate Action Plan
The City of Columbus, through its Department of Public Utilities’ Division of Power, broke ground today on the Parsons Avenue solar project – one of two new solar projects that will provide 45 MW of additional clean energy to Division of Power customers.
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How many companies in cities in Delaware County received FDA inspections in Q1 2023?
There were 13 companies in cities associated with Delaware County that received 14 FDA inspections in the first quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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MASKS ARE OPTIONAL
At the beginning of the school year, we announced our goal to keep students in school five days a week with as little interruption as possible.