# Columbus Nebraska, City Council Meeting 9/21/2026

The City Council of Columbus, Nebraska, held a meeting on September 21, 2026, focusing primarily on budget and capital improvement projects. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on completed and ongoing infrastructure projects such as the 33rd Street construction, 8th Street and 12th Avenue intersection improvements, and the Loop River South Bridge project. The council approved several resolutions related to procurement and capital improvements, including a $557,369.10 change order with Wretchen's Construction Inc., and a $235,000 acquisition for property related to the 8th Street and 12th Avenue intersection project. The council also adopted the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and fee schedule, which included funding allocations for public safety equipment, parks and recreation improvements, and utility upgrades. Motions to close public hearings and adopt resolutions and ordinances passed unanimously, reflecting support for the planned expenditures and projects.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 21, 2026

### Sources
- [Columbus Nebraska, City Council Meeting 9/21/2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7RbWSp1A7g) - City of Columbus Nebraska