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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Columbus public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
City Council Expansion
Columbus voters are deciding on Issue 9, a proposal to expand the city council. It's time to pay attention because this change could directly impact local government spending and how your tax dollars are managed.
Mayoral Election
Progressive candidate Samantha Baker is officially running for Columbus mayor, shaking up the local political scene and giving voters a fresh face to watch. Her entry introduces new policy debates as the mayoral race officially heats up.
City Council Structure and District Elections
Columbus voters will decide the future structure of city council in November, as council voted to place both the citizen-led nine-district initiative and a council alternative adding four at-large seats on the ballot.
City Council Election
Columbus is heading for a major shakeup in this November's city council election, with two totally different visions for the city's future going head-to-head. Get ready for a potentially big shift in local leadership and policy.
Council Reform
Columbus leaders and reform groups are hashing out a compromise over city council changes. This is a big deal if you care about how your local government is structured and who gets to represent you.
City Council Election Reform
Grassroots organizers just turned in 23,000 signatures to completely change how we elect Columbus City Council members. Get ready to vote on a potential shake-up in local government representation.