The Columbia City Council met in regular session on Monday, July 7, 2025. Several items were on the agenda:
- First reading was given on the ordinance annexing the property southwest at the intersection of Highway 80 and Highway 61 in Adair County. This is the property located at the junction of Cumberland Parkway.
- First reading was given to the ordinance amending the ordinance for purchase procedures in the City of Columbia.
- Request to advertise for different projects was given:
a. Procurement of a vehicle for the City Police Department.
b. Procurement of an ABC vehicle.
c. Construction of a salt storage bin for the City Street Department.
d. Renovation of restrooms at City Hall.
e. The Council approved several items for surplus: two trucks, one police vehicle, and a copier.
- The Columbia City Council voted to add a part-time code enforcement officer to the employment.
- They had first reading of an ordinance amending the pay classification plan.
- Approval was given to appoint Diana Withers to the Downtown Days Committee.
- The Mayor gave an update on the City’s FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) application for the February flooding.
- The City Council approved retaining the SJB Group for work with a grant for the gas department.
The Council meets on the first Monday of each month at 6:00pmCT at City Hall. Meetings are open to the public.
