Nick Bankston

Westbourne Avenue Commercial District Residential Variance

Private property investments with no direct public expenditure required.

ballot measures

The exact price tag isn't clear yet, but running these ballot measures will use up some taxpayer funds for administration and voting.

ballot measure

While the exact price tag depends on what's on the ballot, running citywide elections always costs taxpayers a bit of cash.

surveillance technology

While the exact contract costs weren't the main focus, taxpayers are footing the bill for a surveillance system that is currently sparking heavy debate.

public nuisance abatement

Property values in the surrounding area could see a nice bump now that this major neighborhood blight is gone.

statue controversy

If the city decides to reinstall or store the statue, taxpayers could end up footing the bill for moving, security, and potential maintenance costs.

surveillance cameras

Taxpayers are funding the rollout of these new tracking systems, though the exact price tag on your bill isn't fully clear yet.

business nuisance abatement

Shutting down these troubled spots could cost the city some tax revenue upfront, but it should save taxpayer dollars by cutting down on police and emergency responses.

monument dispute

Taxpayer dollars keep getting funneled into endless meetings and security for a statue that nobody can agree on.

monument debate

City taxpayers might end up footing the bill for potential security costs, storage logistics, or reinstallation fees if this debate turns into an official administrative battle.

cybersecurity and IT recovery

While the exact recovery costs weren't highlighted here, getting these digital services back online definitely saves city resources spent on manual report-taking.

public health initiative

It saves regular event-goers a bit of cash on emergency supplies.

data center regulations

It could help keep your monthly utility bills from creeping up by making sure massive tech operations don't run through all our water.

federal lawsuit

This lawsuit decides whether Columbus loses out on crucial federal safety grants that fund local emergency operations.

Youth Curfew and Parental Responsibility Modernization

You might dodge a pesky municipal fine if your teen stays home on time.

surveillance technology contract

Your tax dollars are currently funding these automated license plate readers, though the exact contract cost remains a point of contention.

legal action

Taxpayers could end up footing the bill for a pricey legal battle against the federal government.

labor agreement

While the exact price tag wasn't blasted everywhere, avoiding a strike keeps local businesses from taking a hit and saves the district from costly emergency expenses.

business closure

Property values in the area could get a nice bump now that this crime magnet is gone.

governance reform

It might cost a bit more to run bigger elections and manage more offices, but it shouldn't hit your wallet hard.

To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of parts,…

To authorize the Director of Columbus Water and Power to establish a contract with Somersault General Contractors for hydrant painting services; to authorize the expenditure of up to $150,000.00 from the Water Operating Fund. ($150,000.00)

2639-2026 To authorize the City Auditor to transfer $187,500.00 in appropriation authority between Object Classes within the Civil Service Commission General Fund Budget, to authorize the Executive Director of the Civil Service Commission…

2250-2026 To authorize the Finance and Management Director, on behalf of the Fleet Management Division, to associate all general budget reservations resulting from this ordinance with and to establish a purchase order from previously…

2282-2026 To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of…

To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreements for the purchase of Bill…

To authorize the Director of Public Service to apply for a Shine a Light on Dumpers grant; to authorize the execution of grant and other requisite agreements with the Ohio Attorney General’s Office, and other entities providing for the…

2314-2026 To authorize and direct the City Auditor to authorize payment to Opal Cs Catering LTD. per invoice approved by the Department Director (or designee) in an amount not to exceed $3,990.00 from the general fund; and to declare an…

2263-2026 To authorize the transfer of $168,838.00 between Departments within the General Fund for program operations related to the Batterer’s Intervention Program. ($168,838.00)

2259-2026 To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreement and to establish related purchase…

2190-2026 To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to associate all General Budget reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreement for the purchase of (6) Ford Rangers…

2219-2026 To authorize and direct the Public Safety Director of the City of Columbus to accept a grant award through the FY27 Law Enforcement Diversion Program from the Ohio Attorney General’s Office; to authorize an appropriation of…

2262-2026 To authorize the transfer of funds within the general fund from the Department of Finance and Management to the Franklin County Municipal Court Judges, authorize the Administrative and Presiding Judge of the Franklin County…

1663-2026 To authorize the Director of The Department of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Facilities Management Division, to enter into a contract with General Temperature Control, Incorporated, to replace the pool boiler to…

1863-2026 To authorize the Finance and Management Director to associate all General Budget Reservations resulting from this ordinance with the appropriate Universal Term Contract Purchase Agreement with Valvoline LLC and to establish…

1732-2026 To authorize the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with V3 Construction Group, Ltd. for the Dry Run Streambank Restoration Project; to authorize the transfer of $652,500.00 between the General…

1891-2026 To authorize the Director of the Department of Neighborhoods to enter into advance payment grant agreements with 48 non-profit organizations in support of National Night Out; to authorize an expenditure from the General Fund and…

1327-2026 To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to associate all general budget reservations resulting from this ordinance with the existing universal term contract purchase agreement with Arrow Energy, Inc.…

1828-2026 To authorize the Municipal Court Clerk to increase the funds with FedEx for the provision of commercial carrier service; to authorize the expenditure of up to $65,000.00 within the General Fund; and to declare an emergency.…

1840-2026 To authorize the Office of Violence Prevention OVP to enter into a not-for-profit service contract with The Columbus Urban League; to authorize the transfer of $500,000.00 within the General Fund; to authorize the expenditure of…