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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Columbus public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Income Tax Set-Aside fund guardrails
Council moved to stop using the debt-service fund to pay operating expenses, which credit agencies warned could cost Columbus its AAA rating. The city must cut those 'inappropriate' uses 10% a year, potentially trimming about $5 million from the 2027 budget.
Campaign Finance Contribution Limits
Council voted to reduce municipal campaign contribution limits to half of state limits and restrict large in-kind contributions between candidate committees.
NWSL Stadium Financing and Admissions Tax
City Council approved a 2% increase in the admissions tax on tickets at Scott's Miracle-Gro Field, bringing the total to 7%. This tax hike helps fund a $25 million city commitment for a new NWSL team training facility.