City Council Meeting (05/26/2026)

The City Council meeting of Columbus, Georgia, held on May 26, 2026, included a range of discussions and decisions with significant focus on public safety and community development. Key procurement-related actions included approval of contracts totaling approximately $6.5 million for architectural and engineering services for the Metro Transfer Center renovation and expansion, a $59,452 easement with Georgia Power for EV charging stations installation funded through the Tesla and Transit Trust Fund, and a hazard mitigation grant with a local match of $15,318. The council also addressed zoning matters, including approvals for rezoning and special exceptions for commercial properties. A major topic was the proposed curfew ordinance for unsupervised minors in the Uptown area to address public safety concerns, which sparked extensive public and council debate about enforcement, community impact, and youth programs. The council voted to create a committee to further study the curfew and related youth engagement initiatives, with a motion to identify funding for up to 10 additional off-duty police officers to support enforcement through Labor Day. Other agenda items included board appointments and a finance update highlighting increased revenues and expenditures in various city funds. The meeting concluded with a nomination for the city manager position.