Columbia, MO

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider five rezoning requests, including a large 75.51-acre change to single-family zoning and a 6.4-acre request for multi-family zoning. The body will also approve previous meeting minutes.

• Rezone 75.51 acres to R-1 (Single-family) at Brown School Road and Creasy Springs Road
• Rezone 6.4 acres to R-MF (Multi-family) at 3000 N. Providence Road
• Rezone 1.98 acres to R-1 (Single-family) at 4200 Rock Quarry Road
• Rezone 3.78 acres to M-C (Mobile Home) at 7208 I-70 DR SE
• Approve minutes from June 4 and June 11, 2026 meetings

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a work session to receive a presentation from Crawford, Murphy, and Tilly (CMT) regarding 'Complete Streets'. No other substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Crawford, Murphy, and Tilly (CMT) 'Complete Streets' presentation

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider five rezoning applications. The largest request (Case #159‑2026) seeks to rezone 75.51 acres from R‑S (single‑family) to R‑1 (one‑family) after annexation. Additional items include two small R‑1 rezones by Carolyn Mathews, a permanent M‑C zoning for 3.78 acres at 7208 I‑70 DR SE, and a 6.4‑acre change to R‑MF at 3000 N. Providence Road. Standard agenda items such as call to order, approvals, and public comments are also scheduled.

• Case #159‑2026: Rezone 75.51 acres from R‑S to R‑1 at southeast of Brown School Rd & Creasy Springs Rd (annexation).
• Case #170‑2026: Rezone 1.98 acres from A (agriculture) to R‑1 at 4200 Rock Quarry Rd (≈400 ft south of Rock Quarry Rd & Scarborough Dr).
• Case #171‑2026: Rezone 1.97 acres from County A‑2 (Urban Agriculture) to R‑1 upon annexation, east of 4200 Rock Quarry Rd.
• Case #174‑2026: Approve permanent M‑C zoning for 3.78 acres at 7208 I‑70 DR SE.
• Case #185‑2026: Rezone 6.4 acres from A and PD to R‑MF at 3000 N. Providence Road.

Building Construction Codes Commission

The Building Construction Codes Commission will hold a public hearing on Application Case #001-2026. The commission will also elect officers for the 2026-2027 calendar year. Standard agenda items include approval of the agenda and approval of the minutes from the April 27, 2026 meeting.

• Public hearing on Application Case #001-2026
• Election of officers for the 2026-2027 calendar year
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from 04-27-2026 meeting

Climate and Environment Commission

The Climate and Environment Commission will approve the agenda and the minutes from the June 23, 2026 meeting. Commissioners will review the CAAP update, including implementation summaries and long‑term actions. The commission will also consider the 2026 CEC Priorities document. A public comment period is provided for residents to speak.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from 6/23/2026
• CAAP Update – review of implementation summary and long‑term actions (multiple attachments)
• Review of 2026 CEC Priorities document
• Public comment practice – up to 10 minutes per request

Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO)

Personnel Advisory Board

The Personnel Advisory Board will meet at City Hall to conduct business. The agenda includes a motion to enter a closed session to discuss specific employee information.

• Motion to enter closed session regarding hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting of employees
• Discussion of individually identifiable personnel records or performance ratings

Convention and Visitors Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

The Columbia Airport Advisory Board will convene to approve minutes and discuss a proposed conflict of interest policy for boards and commissions. The meeting will also include a discussion regarding an airport mural.

• Approval of minutes
• Boards and Commissions Conflict of Interest policy discussion
• Airport Mural discussion
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for August 26th

Public Transit Advisory Commission

The Public Transit Advisory Commission will receive updates from City Council and other commissions, consider the draft City Budget Letter 2026, hear a presentation on the Complete Streets policy, and review June 2026 transit ridership figures. The meeting also includes routine agenda and minutes approvals and a public comment period.

• City Council & other commission updates: Vision Zero, Disability, Bike/Ped, CATSO
• Review of draft City Budget Letter 2026 (old business)
• Complete Streets policy presentation (new business)
• June 2026 ridership report
• Approval of agenda and May 19, 2026 minutes

City Council

The council will conduct a work‑session focused on a strategic planning presentation. No other agenda items are listed beyond any additional topics the council wishes to discuss. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Strategic Planning Session presentation

City Council

Council will hold a public hearing and vote on authorizing replacement of Bridge #9 on the MKT Trail. They will consider the Water and Light 2026 Renewable Energy Plan and the FY 2027 Capital Improvement Project Plan. The agenda also includes a real‑estate purchase for greenspace on West Gillespie Bridge Road, a conditional use permit for a short‑term rental at 3303 Timberhill Street, and a rezoning of property north of Diego Drive and east of Bethel Street. Additional items cover city‑code fee amendments, a tourism sponsorship for the 2027‑2028 NXTPRO sports events, and support for the Spartan Pointe II and Gentry Estates IV housing developments.

• Authorizing replacement of Bridge #9 on the MKT Trail (PH20‑26)
• Real estate contract with Make Holdings LLC to acquire land on West Gillespie Bridge Road for greenspace (B158‑26)
• Conditional use permit for short‑term rental at 3303 Timberhill Street (B154‑26)
• Rezoning north of Diego Drive and east of Bethel Street to Mixed‑Use Neighborhood (B155‑26)
• Tourism development sponsorship agreement with Supreme Tournaments, LLC for 2027‑2028 NXTPRO sports events (R127‑26)

Finance Advisory and Audit Committee

The Finance Advisory and Audit Committee will meet to approve the agenda and the June 1, 2026 draft minutes, consider any old business, and hold a new business discussion on the city budget. The committee will also receive reports and allow public comments before adjourning.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of June 1, 2026 draft minutes
• New business: budget discussion
• Committee reports
• Public comments

City Council

The council will hear labor group presentations from CPOA, Local 1055 and Local 955. It will vote on a motion to move into a closed session to discuss preparation for negotiations with employee groups and confidential real‑estate transactions. The meeting also includes applicant interviews for the Citizens Police Review Board. Future agenda items note a bond debt discussion and a short‑term rental ordinance.

• Labor group presentations (CPOA, Local 1055, Local 955)
• Motion to enter closed session for negotiation preparation and real‑estate matters
• Citizens Police Review Board applicant interviews
• Upcoming bond debt discussion (August 3)
• Upcoming short‑term rental ordinance discussion (August 10)

City Council

The council will hold a budget work session to present the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget for all city funds. No other items are listed for discussion.

• FY 2027 proposed budget presentation (all funds)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold public hearings regarding the FY’27 budget and improvements to the Rainbow Softball Center. The body will also review reports on capital projects, recreation services, and bicycle and pedestrian activity.

• Public hearing: Rainbow Softball Center improvements
• Public hearing: Parks and Recreation FY’27 budget
• Council item: Northeast Regional Park grant application
• Council item: Boone County Historical Society agreement

Commission on Cultural Affairs Standing Committee on Public Art

The Standing Committee on Public Art will review the North Village Park Entrance Sign Project. The body will conduct interviews with three artists and determine the project artists.

• Interviews with artists Guy Kemper, Joe and Terry Malesky, and Ben Sinor
• Determination of project artists for the North Village Park Entrance Sign Project

Food Council

The Food Council will review progress on the Findings Report. The agenda also includes discussions regarding coalition building and relevant food news or events.

• Findings Report progress

Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission

The Commission will review the Columbia Complete Streets Policy update and state-level quarterly meetings. Discussion includes updates on Missouri's long-range transportation plans and various community project reports.

• Columbia Complete Streets Policy Update
• Missouri Long-Range Transportation Plan and Active Transportation Plan Update
• Ballenger Lane Walking Audit
• Fiscal Year 2027 Budget discussion

Tree Board

The Tree Board will receive an update on the status of a potential city tree fund. Members will also discuss outreach opportunities, the format for their annual report to City Council, and upcoming projects from the city arborist.

• Update on potential City Tree Fund
• Discussion of annual report to City Council
• City arborist update on current issues and upcoming projects

City Council

The Columbia City Council will hold a budget work session featuring a presentation on the Enterprise Fund. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting is open to the public.

• Enterprise Fund Presentation (budget work session)

Conley Fund Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Fund Assets Report covering periods from December 2024 through April 2026. Members will also make a decision regarding the 2026 fund distribution to PHHS.

• Fund Assets Report (December 1, 2024 - April 30, 2026)
• Decision Regarding 2026 Fund Distribution to PHHS

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding Case #181-2026. RAA Holdings, LLC is seeking approval to use optional development standards for a 3-lot cottage subdivision known as Jefferson Street Cottages.

• Public hearing for Case #181-2026: 3-lot cottage subdivision at 307 W. Sexton Road

Commission on Cultural Affairs

The Commission on Cultural Affairs will review reports regarding the Artist Laureate and the Columbia Arts Fund. The meeting includes a public hearing to finalize funding levels for the FY27 Annual Arts Grants.

• Ratification of FY27 Annual Arts Grant scores and funding levels
• Public hearing on the arts grant funding process
• Report on status of FY26 Funding

City Council

The City Council will conduct a budget work session regarding the General Fund. This meeting is part of the Columbia/Boone County Public Health & Human Services sessions.

• General Fund Presentation

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review proposed amendments to Chapter 5 of the City Code regarding feral cat colonies and TNVR. The meeting also includes discussion on an inclement weather policy.

• Amending Chapter 5 of the City Code relating to Feral Cat Colonies
• Ordinance revisions for Article VI - TNVR of Feral Cats
• Discussion of Inclement Weather Policy

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The Council will discuss updates regarding the Mayor’s Awards, including new dates and marketing. Members will also review activities related to Bike, Walk and Wheel Week.

• Discussion of Mayor’s Awards marketing and date changes
• Review of Bike, Walk and Wheel Week activities including Mayor’s Mile

Office of Violence Prevention Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates from the National Office of Violence Prevention Network and discuss a draft for community violence intervention landscape analysis. The agenda also includes discussion regarding grief and loss trauma-informed training.

• National Office of Violence Prevention Network (NOVPN) Updates
• Grief and Loss Community Trauma-Informed Training: What in the Grief am I Doing?
• Community Violence Intervention Landscape Analysis Initial Draft
• Initial Draft Strategy and Pillars for the Office of Violence Prevention from the NICJR
• NoCAP Update

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission will discuss the definition of family and review a request for feedback regarding the City Council's Mental Health Board/Commission. The meeting includes a motion to enter a closed session to discuss pending legal actions or litigation.

• Discussion on Definition of Family
• City Council Feedback Request – Mental Health Board/Commission
• Closed Session regarding pending legal actions or litigation

Water and Light Advisory Board

The board will review updates regarding the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and utility infrastructure improvements. Discussions include proposed utility rate changes, a request to freeze property taxes for Water Treatment Plant upgrades, and an AMI Board recommendation.

• Utility Rate Discussion
• Council request to freeze WTP upgrade property taxes
• AMI Board Recommendation
• IRP Update
• Missouri Electric Projects comparison

Convention and Visitors Advisory Board

The board will receive updates regarding the Unbound Book Festival and Northeast Regional Park. Staff and partner reports from The District and the Boone County Commission are also scheduled.

• Unbound Book Festival update
• Northeast Regional Park update
• June CVB Staff Report
• Update from The District
• Update from Boone County Commission

Airport Advisory Board

Housing and Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission will review discussion drafts for upcoming fiscal year funding. The meeting includes reviews of previous meeting minutes and proposed funding recommendations.

• FY 2027 HOME Funding Recommendations
• FY 2027 CDBG Funding Recommendations

Mayor's Task Force on the U.S.S. Columbia

The task force will review a recommendation for a new voting member. Members will also receive updates regarding the submarine, including a possible fall visit and commemorative coin distribution.

• Recommendation to Mayor for new voting member
• Submarine update
• Possible Fall Visit
• Commemorative Coin Distribution

City Council

The City Council and County Commission will hold a joint work session at the Boone Electric Cooperative community building. Discussion topics include the Homelessness Strategic Plan, housing continuum updates, and housing study recommendations.

• Homelessness Strategic Plan discussion
• Housing Continuum Update discussion
• Cross Jurisdictional Collaboration discussion
• Master Housing Study Crosswalk Updates discussion

The City Council and County Commission held a joint work session to discuss regional planning. Discussions included updates on the Homelessness Strategic Plan, housing data tools, and sewer capacity for growth. Several agenda items were tabled due to time constraints.

• Announced promotion of Jesse Stephens to Executive Director of Boone County Regional Sewer District
• Tabled remaining agenda items due to time constraints

Climate and Environment Commission

The commission will review the draft minutes from the May 26, 2026 meeting. Discussion includes the 2026 CEC Priorities and a statement regarding the 2024 IECC code review.

• Review of 2026 CEC Priorities
• Renewable Energy Plan Statement to Council
• BCCC Energy Code Decision Change Rationale
• Statement Regarding 2024 IECC code review
• Discussion of survey results

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will conduct regular business including the approval of May 2026 minutes and monthly reports. The meeting includes an election of officers and a scheduled tour of several local park sites.

• Election of Officers
• Tour of Cosmo Football Fields 5 & 6
• Tour of Albert-Oakland Park
• Tour of Whitegate Park
• Tour of Stephens Lake Park

Food Council

Commission on Cultural Affairs

The Commission will review the process and applications for the FY27 Annual Arts Grants. Members will also receive updates on the Columbia Arts Fund, Artist Laureate, and status of FY26 funding.

• FY27 Annual Arts Grants application review and scoring
• Columbia Arts Fund update
• Status of FY26 funding
• Standing Committee on Public Art report

Public Transit Advisory Commission

The commission will review a draft letter regarding city budget priorities. Members will also receive updates on May ridership data and reports from other commissions.

• Review of PTAC City Budget Letter 2026 DRAFT
• Discussion of May ridership data
• Updates on Vision Zero, Disability, Bike/Ped, and CATSO

City Council

The City Council will hold a discussion regarding Capital Improvement Projects (CIP). The agenda also includes applicant interviews for the Citizens Police Review Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Water and Light Advisory Board.

• Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) discussion
• Citizens Police Review Board applicant interviews
• Planning and Zoning Commission applicant interviews
• Water and Light Advisory Board applicant interviews

The City Council held a discussion regarding the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and its budgeting, funding, and project prioritization. The Mayor and Council also conducted interviews for the Planning & Zoning Commission, Citizens Police Review Board, and Water & Light Advisory Board.

• Conducted applicant interviews for PZC, CPRB, and WLAB

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a $1.5 million budget appropriation for the Municipal Service Center South and various short-term rental permits. The agenda also includes discussions on public safety radio systems, city code amendments regarding accessory dwelling units, and upcoming public hearings for energy and capital plans.

• Appropriating $1,500,000.00 for Municipal Service Center South construction
• Conditional use permit for short-term rental at 2002 Valley View Road
• Amending Chapter 29 regarding accessory dwelling unit standards
• Authorizing construction of Fire Station #10 at 1020 S. El Chaparral Avenue
• Cooperative agreement with Boone County for public safety radio systems

Water and Light Advisory Board

The Water and Light Advisory Board will meet to prepare scheduled public comments for the City Council. These comments will focus on priorities regarding water and electric services.

• Scheduled public comment to City Council regarding water and electric priorities

Police Retirement Board

The Police Retirement Board will meet to review previous meeting minutes and discuss an actuarial impact analysis. The agenda also includes financial reports.

• Review of December 12, 2025 and March 6, 2026 minutes
• Discussion of September 30, 2025 Actuarial Valuation Results
• Financial Reports

Firefighters' Retirement Board

The board will conduct a regular meeting at City Hall. The agenda includes discussions on LAGERS and the review of financial reports.

• Discussion regarding LAGERS
• Review of Financial Reports
• Approval of March 6, 2026 minutes

Investment Committee

The City of Columbia Investment Committee will meet to approve recent meeting minutes, review actuarial valuation results from September 30, 2025, and discuss new business items including a UBS presentation, the Police & Fire Pension Portfolio Review, and an update from Blue Owl. This agenda outlines standard financial oversight topics without listing specific resolutions or dollar figures for public discussion at this session.

• Approval of December 12, 2025 and March 6, 2026 meeting minutes
• Review of September 30, 2025 actuarial valuation results
• UBS presentation on city investments
• Police & Fire Pension Portfolio Review
• Blue Owl update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several land use requests. These include rezoning projects for a 194-unit development at Grindstone Acres and a 320-unit project at 1205 University Avenue, as well as conditional use permits for short-term rentals.

• Rezoning 32.7-acres for 'The Retreat at Columbia' multifamily development
• Rezoning 2.91-acres at 1205 University Avenue for 'Theory Sterling University' up to 320 units
• Conditional Use Permit for short-term rental at 1309 W Worley Street
• Conditional Use Permit for short-term rental at 1505 Richardson Street

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session regarding updates to the Unified Development Code. The discussion focuses on specific standards and Conditional Use Permit criteria for data center uses.

• UDC Revision: Data Center Use-specific standards & CUP criteria

Board of Health

The scheduled meeting for the Columbia/Boone County Public Health & Human Services Board of Health has been canceled. The agenda included a discussion on amending City Code Chapter 5 regarding feral cat colonies.

• Amending Chapter 5 of the City Code relating to feral cat colonies

Office of Violence Prevention Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates regarding the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform partnership and the Community Navigation Liaison Program. Discussion includes training recommendations for Adverse Childhood Experiences and potential new committee appointments.

• National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR) Partnership Update
• NICJR Training and Technical Assistance Recommendations
• Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) Training for Community Application
• OVP Advisory Committee New Appointments
• Community Navigation Liaison Program Update

The committee appointed Daniel Feldman and Ken Rice to help guide local violence prevention efforts that affect neighborhood safety resources. Staff provided updates on training partnerships with the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform, community navigation programs, and the Near East NoCAP group. No other binding actions or votes were recorded.

• Appointed Daniel Feldman and Ken Rice to the Office of Violence Prevention Advisory Committee

Columbia Sports Commission

The commission will review the May meeting minutes and receive staff reports. These reports include updates on MSHSAA bids, sports sales activities, and a post-event report for 1Movement Hoops.

• Review of May Meeting Minutes
• Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) Bids Update
• June Sports Commission Report
• 1Movement Hoops Post Event Report

Disabilities Commission

The Commission will hear presentations regarding school accessibility and how zoning definitions of family affect people with disabilities. Members will also discuss the creation or combination of a mental health commission and select recipients for disability advocacy awards.

• Presentation on zoning definition of family pertaining to people with disabilities
• Presentation on accessibility in Columbia Public Schools
• Discussion on combining or creating a new mental health commission
• Selection of 2026 Senator Chuck Graham Disability Advocacy and Ambassador Award recipients

Citizens Police Review Board

The board will review the Annual Aggregate Report and conduct an election for Chairperson. The meeting includes a report from the Human Rights Commission and a motion to enter a closed session regarding protected records.

• Annual Aggregate Report
• Chairperson Election
• Human Rights Commission Report
• Closed session discussion of protected records (CPRB 2026-0003 AD 2026-015)

Parking Advisory Commission

The commission will review updates regarding construction and revenue. New business includes discussions on the Walker Report, CID Notes, an audit, and a permit date.

• Construction Update
• Revenue discussion
• Walker Report
• CID Notes
• Audit review

Water and Light Advisory Board

The board will review financial statements for electric and water services. A primary discussion item includes a memo regarding potential utility rate increases and their impacts on residential and commercial bills.

• Utility Rate Increase Discussion
• 2026 Renewable Energy Report
• 2025 Utility Services Report
• April 2026 Monthly Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) Report
• 2025 Water Quality Report

Board of Adjustment

The Board will hold public hearings regarding a variance request for multiple structures at 2710 Bluff Creek Boulevard. Additionally, the Board will consider a request to use optional development standards for an 18-lot cottage subdivision at 301 E. Old Plank Road.

• Variance request for pool, pool house, and garage at 2710 Bluff Creek Boulevard
• Proposed 18-lot 'Old Plank Cottages' subdivision at 301 E. Old Plank Road

City Council

The City Council held a work session regarding Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) for water and electric utilities. Staff presented the scope of replacing or retrofitting approximately 106,700 meters over a three-year period. A contract with Ameresco is expected to be brought to Council in September.

• Council agreed to begin the next pre-council meeting at 4:30 p.m.

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The Council will discuss updates to the Mayor’s Awards regarding new dates and marketing. Members will also review activities for Bike, Walk and Wheel Week including the Mayor’s Mile and Breakfast Station.

• Discussion of Mayor’s Awards marketing and scheduling
• Review of Mayor’s Mile and Breakfast Station activities

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a request to rezone land for a 194-unit multifamily development. Other items include an 18-lot preliminary plat and a short-term rental application.

• Rezoning of 32.7 acres near Gray Oak Drive for 'The Retreat at Columbia' 194-unit multifamily development
• Preliminary plat for 'Old Plank Cottages, Plat No. 1' consisting of 18 lots at 301 Old Plank Road
• Short-term rental application for the eastern half of a duplex at 1804 Juniper Drive

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session to discuss updates to the Unified Development Code. The discussion focuses on specific standards and Conditional Use Permit criteria for data center use.

• UDC Revision: Data Center Use-specific standards & CUP criteria

Community Land Trust Organization Board

The board will review the May 6, 2026 meeting minutes and April financial statements. Discussion includes updates on ADA compliance, land donation policy, and mailboxes at Cullimore Cottages.

• Review of May 6, 2026 Meeting Minutes
• April Financial Statements review
• Motion for closed session regarding real estate transactions
• Discussion of Land Donation Policy
• Update on mailboxes at Cullimore Cottages

City Council

The agenda consists of a motion to enter a closed meeting and an adjournment. The closed session involves discussions regarding personnel matters and employee records.

• Closed meeting discussion regarding hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting employees
• Review of individually identifiable personnel records or performance ratings

The City Council convened for a special meeting and moved into a closed session. The closed discussion pertained to employee hiring, discipline, and personnel records.

• Entered closed session to discuss personnel matters (6-0)

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission on Human Rights will discuss the definition of family with the Community Development Department. The meeting includes a motion to enter a closed session to discuss pending legal actions or litigation.

• Definition of Family Discussion with Community Development Department
• Closed Session discussion regarding pending cases and legal actions

The Commission on Human Rights unanimously approved the June agenda and May meeting minutes. Staff presented a City Council request to review how the Unified Development Code defines “family” for related versus unrelated households, but the commission only discussed the topic without adopting any changes. No other substantive actions were taken during the open session.

• Approved June 2026 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 5, 2026 open and closed session minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Unified Development Code family definition; no action taken

City Council

The City Council will review the September 2025 Actuarial Valuation Report for Police & Fire Pensions. The council also considers entering a closed session to discuss legal actions and negotiations with employee groups.

• Police & Fire Pension Actuarial Valuation Report - September 2025
• Closed session discussion regarding legal actions or litigation
• Closed session discussion regarding negotiations with employee groups

The City Council reviewed the annual actuarial valuation report for the Police and Fire pension covering September 2021 through September 2025. Following the presentation, the Council entered a closed session to discuss legal actions and negotiations with employee groups.

• Entered closed session to discuss litigation and employee negotiations (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget amendments, including a $9.3 million third quarter appropriation. The agenda includes discussions on creating an Airport Department, constructing Fire Station #10, and reconstructing Fire Station #5.

• Public hearing for proposed construction of Fire Station #10 at 1020 S. El Chaparral Avenue
• Budget amendment for $9,398,731.56 in third quarter appropriations
• Proposed creation of an Airport Department and related city code amendments
• Authorization for reconstruction of Fire Station #5 near Hector Place
• Budget appropriation of $1,500,000.00 for Municipal Service Center South construction

Finance Advisory and Audit Committee

The committee will review the 2027 budget process and follow up on the Annual Report to Council. Staff will also present reports regarding the Material Recovery Facility, second quarter finances, and monthly economic data.

• 2027 Budget Process discussion
• Material Recovery Facility Report
• 2nd Quarter Finance Report
• Monthly Economic Report

Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO)

The Coordinating Committee will discuss a potential amendment to the Major Roadway Plan. This discussion involves the addition of a Route B access or frontage road and related signal requirements.

• Potential CATSO Major Roadway Plan Amendment regarding Route B access/frontage road
• Route B signal requirements

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to discuss marketing and parking updates. The agenda includes a report from The Quotient Group and an update regarding the parking lot and shuttle.

• The Quotient Group Marketing Update
• Parking Lot/Shuttle Update

Personnel Advisory Board

The scheduled Personnel Advisory Board hearing for May 26, 2026, has been canceled. The agenda contains only procedural items and a notice of a closed session.

• Personnel Advisory Board hearing: CANCELED

Collegiate Advisory Council

The Collegiate Advisory Council will review the draft questions for the University Survey Project. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• University Survey Project draft questions

Climate and Environment Commission

The commission will review the Renewables and DSM Report alongside the Columbia CAAP update. Members will also discuss 2025 and 2026 priority actions.

• Renewables and DSM Report
• Columbia CAAP Update Public Comment
• CEC 2025 Priorities
• CEC 2026 Priorities
• CAAP Annual Report

Railroad Advisory Board

The board will review financial reports for Railroad and Transload operations through March 31, 2026. The meeting includes an update on the Intramotev/CRISI grant application and various traffic reports.

• FY26 Operating Revenue and Expenses - 03-31-26 Railroad
• FY26 Operating Revenue and Expenses - 03-31-26 Transload
• Update on Intramotev/CRISI Grant Application
• COLT Traffic Reports for April 2026
• Update on EDA Grant

Columbia Parks and Recreation Fund Advisory Committee

The committee will review the current fund balance and consider an expenditure authorization for CentralMogives. The meeting includes opportunities for public comment.

• Update on fund balance
• Authorization of expenditure for CentralMogives

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session to discuss updates to the Unified Development Code. The primary item involves a revised definition of 'family'.

• UDC Revision - Revised Definition of 'Family'

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will conduct a public hearing regarding MKT Bridge #9. The agenda also includes reviews of the April 2026 monthly report and various departmental reports.

• Public hearing for MKT Bridge #9
• Approval of April 2026 minutes
• Review of April 2026 monthly report
• Bicycle and Pedestrian report
• Capital project report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider several land use requests including multi-family housing developments and rezoning. The meeting also includes two applications to allow short-term rentals for up to 210 nights per year.

• Rezoning of 3.5 acres at 3 and 21 Grace Lane for 'Bay Hills PD' multi-family units
• Rezoning of 3.15 acres near Bethel St and Diego Drive from R-MF to M-N district
• Short-term rental application for 503 West Stewart Road
• Short-term rental application for 3303 Timberhill Street

Housing and Community Development Commission

The Commission held a meeting to hear presentations regarding fiscal year 2027 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME agency funding requests. Presentations were provided by the CMCA Women's Business Center and Woodhaven Learning Center.

• Approved the meeting agenda (9-0)

Commission on Cultural Affairs Standing Committee on Public Art

Tree Board

The Tree Board will receive an update on the status of a potential City Tree Fund. Members will also discuss upcoming outreach opportunities and the format for their annual report to City Council.

• Update on potential City Tree Fund status
• Discussion of upcoming outreach opportunities
• Discussion of Annual Report to City Council format and submittal
• Report from city arborist regarding current issues and projects

Food Council

The Food Council approved the agenda and the April 15, 2026, meeting minutes. Members discussed updates to the Food System Findings Report timeline and data indicators. The council voted to cancel the scheduled June 17, 2026, meeting.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 15, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Canceled June 17, 2026, meeting (unanimous)

Public Transit Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss the city budget and review April ridership data. The meeting also includes updates on Vision Zero, disability, bike/pedestrian, and CATSO.

• City Budget Discussion
• April Ridership report
• Vision Zero update
• Disability update
• Bike/Ped update

The Public Transit Advisory Commission approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes by unanimous motion. The commission discussed fare collection, transit study recommendations, and service updates, but no formal recommendations or votes were recorded. No other decisions were adopted during the meeting.

City Council

The City Council will vote on several items including a proposed one percent sales tax for public safety and various budget appropriations. Discussion includes community development plans, infrastructure improvements at the Armory Sports and Recreation Center, and land transfers for affordable housing.

• Special election proposal for a 1% sales tax to improve public safety services
• $1,425,000.00 appropriation for North Village Park development at 210 Orr Street
• $82,000.00 air services agreement with Allegiant Air, LLC
• Removal of tracts from the North 763 Community Improvement District
• HVAC and lighting improvements at the Armory Sports and Recreation Center

The City Council approved HVAC and lighting improvements for the Armory Sports and Recreation Center using an energy savings contract. They also adopted the FY 2026 CDBG and HOME investment Partnership Annual Action Plan and authorized the removal of specific tracts from the North 763 Community Improvement District.

• Approved removal of Burrell, Inc. and Edenton Ridge Apartments, LP tracts from North 763 CID (6-0)
• Approved Armory Sports and Recreation Center HVAC and lighting improvements (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted FY 2026 CDBG and HOME investment Partnership Annual Action Plan (6-0)
• Appointed several individuals to various boards and commissions
• Approved the agenda including moving B 123-26 to old business (unanimous voice vote)

Convention and Visitors Advisory Board

The board will discuss the Tourism Development Signature Series for the 2026 Show Me State Games and the Unbound Book Festival. A motion is scheduled to enter a closed session regarding sealed bids and negotiated contracts. The meeting includes reports on sales, communications, and updates from The District and the Boone County Commission.

• 2026 Show Me State Games discussion
• Unbound Book Festival discussion
• Motion for closed session regarding sealed bids and contracts
• CVB Sales & Communications Report

City Council

The City Council will hear a staff presentation regarding the Sewer & Solid Waste Cost of Service Study. This item includes attachments related to Planning & Zoning Commission interviews.

• Sewer & Solid Waste Cost of Service Study presentation

City Council

The City Council is conducting a multi-day retreat involving discussions on governance, department director updates, and community engagement. The agenda includes tentative topics such as the state of the organization and various community engagement tools.

• Discussion of Community Engagement Guide
• Discussion of Community Engagement Toolkit
• Department Director presentations

Disabilities Commission

The Disabilities Commission will hear a presentation from Dr. Lea Ann Lowery regarding the University of Missouri occupational therapy program. Members will also discuss the potential creation or combination of a mental health commission at the request of City Council.

• Presentation on the University of Missouri occupational therapy program
• Discussion on creating or combining a mental health commission
• Discussion on White Cane Awareness Day

Board of Health

The scheduled meeting for the Columbia/Boone County Public Health & Human Services Board of Health has been canceled.

Columbia Sports Commission

The commission will review the April 2026 meeting minutes and discuss Attraction Development Fund items regarding Mid Missouri Sports Park. The agenda includes a post-event summary report for the National Middle School Basketball Association.

• Attraction Development Fund - Mid Missouri Sports Park
• Post Event Summary Report - National Middle School Basketball Association

The meeting consisted of procedural items including the approval of the agenda and April 2026 minutes. No substantive decisions or new business actions were recorded in these minutes.

• No substantive decisions were recorded

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a retreat at the Old Kinderhook Hotel. The agenda includes discussions on effective governance, department director introductions, and community engagement tools.

• Discussion of council interest areas
• State of the organization review
• Community Engagement Guide and Toolkit discussion

Citizens Police Review Board

The Citizens Police Review Board will meet to review the Annual Aggregate Report and minutes from the April 8, 2026, session. The board may also enter a closed session to discuss records protected by law.

• Review of April 8, 2026, Open Session Minutes
• Review of April 8, 2026, Closed Session Minutes
• Discussion of Annual Aggregate Report
• Human Rights Commission Report

Substance Use Prevention Advisory Commission

This meeting was scheduled for the Substance Use Prevention Advisory Commission. The meeting has been canceled.

Housing and Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission will review the FY2026 Annual Action Plan. This includes discussions regarding public project requests for code enforcement, public works, homeowner rehabilitation, acquisition, demolition, and homeownership assistance.

• FY2026 Annual Action Plan
• Public Project Requests: Code Enforcement
• Public Project Requests: Public Works
• Public Project Requests: Homeowner Rehabilitation and Energy Efficiency
• Public Project Requests: Acquisition and Demolition and Homeownership Assistance

The Commission approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Action Plan, which includes allocations for CDBG and HOME funds. The plan is subject to a public comment period through May 26 and requires City Council approval following a public hearing on May 18.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved April 15, 2026 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved FY2026 Annual Action Plan (9-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will host an awards ceremony at the Riechmann Pavilion. The event includes the presentation of commemorative plaques for the 2025 Most Notable Properties selections.

• Presentation of 2025 Most Notable Properties awards

Water and Light Advisory Board

The board will review the FY 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and various quarterly updates. Discussion includes utility disconnections, capital improvement progress, and water bond project status.

• Review of FY 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Quarterly Utility Disconnection Report
• Quarterly Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Progress Reports for Electric and Water
• Quarterly 2018 Water Ballot Update
• Monthly Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) Report

Parking Advisory Commission

The commission will review updates regarding the 8th and Cherry stairwell and the Plaza Garage. The meeting also includes a discussion on the MU Energy Center Project and the appointment of Vineet Kapila as Interim Parking Manager.

• Appointment of Vineet Kapila as Interim Parking Manager
• 8th and Cherry Stairwell Update
• Plaza Garage Update
• MU Energy Center Project discussion

Youth Advisory Council

The Columbia Youth Advisory Council will meet on May 12, 2026, to approve draft minutes from April meetings and review a year-in-summary report. The agenda is entirely procedural boilerplate with no new contracts, rezonings, or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of draft Youth Advisory Council minutes dated April 14 and April 26, 2026
• Review of the Youth Advisory Council year-in-review report

Commission on Cultural Affairs

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review historical and projected revenue and expenditure data for the general fund and various special revenue funds. Discussions included discussions on sales tax volatility, employee investments, and future needs for water and electric rate increases. No substantive legislative decisions or votes were taken during this session.

• Approved closed session to discuss legal matters and sealed bids/proposals

Finance Advisory and Audit Committee

The committee approved moving its monthly meeting from the third Monday to the first Monday of each month. Members also elected Ryan Euliss as vice chair and updated ordinance language regarding attendance requirements.

• Approved April 20, 2026 minutes
• Updated ordinance language to include 'regularly scheduled meetings'
• Approved moving monthly meeting date from third Monday to first Monday
• Elected Ryan Euliss as vice chair

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The council will discuss updates regarding the Mayor’s Awards and Bike, Walk and Wheel Week. New business includes a discussion on social media content.

• Discussion of Mayor’s Awards marketing and new date
• Discussion of Bike, Walk and Wheel Week
• Mayor’s Mile Breakfast Station scheduled for May 8

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several land use requests including a senior living community and a 194-unit multifamily development. The agenda also includes a short-term rental request and proposed amendments to the City Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units.

• 7-lot preliminary plat for Cambridge Place Phase 2 near Scarborough Drive
• PD Plan amendment for Columbia Senior Living Community at 4190 West Vawter School Road
• Rezoning and PD Plan for The Retreat at Columbia, a 194-unit multifamily development
• Short-term rental request for 713 Hilltop Drive
• Amendments to City Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) standards

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session regarding Unified Development Code revisions. The discussion focuses on specific standards and Conditional Use Permit criteria for data centers.

• UDC Revisions - Data Centers (Use Specific Standards & CUP Criteria)

Community Land Trust Organization Board

The Board will review the Land Donation Policy and discuss operating costs. The meeting includes a discussion on mailboxes at Cullimore Cottages and a potential closed session regarding real estate transactions.

• Land Donation Policy Review
• Operating Cost Discussion
• Mailboxes at Cullimore Cottages
• Closed session motion regarding real estate lease, purchase, or sale

The board approved a $50,000 campaign goal for Central MO Gives and authorized a $400 budget for the registration application. Members also discussed ADA compliance requirements for public documents and reviewed land donation policies.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved April 1, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Accepted treasurer's report (6-0)
• Accepted administrative services report (6-0)
• Entered closed session for real estate discussion (6-0)
• Exited closed session (6-0)
• Approved $50,000 campaign goal for Central MO Gives (6-0)
• Approved $400 budget for Central MO Gives application (6-0)

Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO)

The Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization technical committee will handle routine approvals, discuss a potential addition to the Major Roadway Plan for a Route B backage/access road, and review an update on the Major Streets Corridor Study. The agenda lists no final votes or binding decisions at this meeting. These planning discussions guide future transportation projects that determine local traffic patterns and infrastructure upgrades for Columbia residents.

• Potential addition to the CATSO Major Roadway Plan for a Route B backage/access road
• Discussion and update on the CATSO Major Streets Corridor Study
• Review of draft minutes from the February 4, 2026 technical committee meeting
• Public comments and other business items

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review demolition permit applications for properties on W. Broadway, Perkins Drive, and W. Ash Street. Members will also conduct a draft review of the Historic Preservation Plan and discuss the Benton-Stephens project.

• Demolition permit application: 703 W. Broadway
• Demolition permit application: 1705 Perkins Drive
• Demolition permit application: 501 W. Ash Street
• Review of Historic Preservation Plan draft
• Benton-Stephens Phase III resolution of support

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission will follow up on and discuss a funding request for the HREP. The meeting also includes discussion of a Juneteenth vending opportunity and reports from the CPRB.

• HREP Funding Request Follow-Up
• HREP Funding Request
• Juneteenth Vending Opportunity
• Closed Session regarding pending legal actions or litigation

The Commission approved several Human Rights Emergency Program (HREP) funding requests. They also appointed a new liaison for the CPRB and decided not to attend this year's Juneteenth activity.

• Approved February 3, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 7, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 7, 2026 closed meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $150 HREP funding request for Services for Independent Living (unanimous)
• Approved $250 HREP funding request for Fifth Street Christian Church (unanimous)
• Approved $500 HREP funding request for Powerhouse CDC (unanimous)
• Decided to forego attending Juneteenth activity this year
• Appointed Penny Kuhns-Knarr as CPRB liaison (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the Electric Resource Plan 2026. The agenda also includes items related to Planning & Zoning Commission Interviews.

• Electric Resource Plan 2026
• Planning & Zoning Commission Interviews

The City Council received a presentation regarding the Electric Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) covering generation and capacity needs for the next twenty years. The presentation included various scenarios involving solar, wind, batteries, and natural gas to address projected energy shortages. Decisions regarding Planning & Zoning Commission applicants will be made at the May 18 meeting.

• Received Electric Integrated Resource Plan overview
• Scheduled Planning & Zoning Commission decisions for May 18

Water and Light Advisory Board

The Water and Light Advisory Board will hold a work session regarding the Electric Resource Plan 2026. This meeting is scheduled as a pre-council session for the City Council.

• Electric Integrated Resource Planning: Electric Resource Plan 2026

City Council

The City Council will discuss several items including a proposed special election for a one percent sales tax to improve public safety. The agenda also includes public hearings for storm drainage improvements and fire station reconstruction, alongside various zoning and budget amendments.

• Special election on August 4, 2026, regarding a one percent sales tax for public safety
• Storm drainage infrastructure improvements on Braemore Road, Highland Drive, Summit Road, and Fairview Road
• Reconstruction of Fire Station #5 near Hector Place and Ria Street
• Budget amendment of $140,761.00 for St. Joseph Street and Pershing Street sidewalk projects
• Budget amendment of $74,513.00 for the Regional Airport Fund

The City Council approved final designs for storm drainage improvements on Braemore Road and the reconstruction of Fire Station #5. The council also approved the April 20, 2026, meeting minutes and modified the current agenda.

• Approved April 20, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Braemore Road storm drainage final design (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Station #5 reconstruction at Ballenger Lane and Ria Street (unanimous)

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will discuss updates regarding the FIFA World Cup and proposed terminal art. The meeting also includes discussion on the airport master plan, growth, and staffing.

• FIFA World Cup update
• Proposed Terminal Art
• Master Plan, Airport Growth, and Staffing

Climate and Environment Commission

The commission will discuss special items regarding elections and neighborhood resilience. The meeting also includes a review of 2025 and 2026 priority actions and an annual report.

• CEC 2025 Priorities
• CEC 2026 Priorities
• Annual Report
• Butterfly Festival

The Climate and Environment Commission elected Abby Dickinson as chair and Cherylyn Kelley as vice chair. The commission also voted to attend the 2026 Butterfly Festival.

• Approved April 28, 2026 agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved March 31, 2026 draft minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Abby Dickinson as chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Cherylyn Kelley as vice chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved attendance at the 2026 Butterfly Festival (unanimous voice vote)

Youth Advisory Council

The special meeting scheduled for April 28, 2026, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No business was conducted.

Convention and Visitors Advisory Board

The board will review an attraction development application for Mid-Missouri Sports Park. Members will also receive reports from The District and the Boone County Commission.

• Attraction Development Application - Mid-Missouri Sports Park
• April CVB Board Report & Updates
• Update Report from The District
• Update Report from the Boone County Commission

Building Construction Codes Commission

The Commission will reconvene discussion regarding the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Members will recap recommendations to summarize their position for the City Council and accept final public comments.

• Discussion of 2024 IECC
• Recommendations for City Council summary

Collegiate Advisory Council

The council will review draft minutes from the March 23, 2026, meeting and address tabled board communications. The agenda also includes a presentation by the Office of Violence Prevention regarding university survey questions.

• Review of March 23, 2026, draft meeting minutes
• Office of Violence Prevention presentation on University Survey Questions

The Collegiate Advisory Council held a working session focused on university communication protocols, violence prevention outreach, and structuring a student survey. Members discussed survey categories and length but did not take formal votes on policy or funding. The only recorded decision was to reschedule the next meeting to May 26 due to Memorial Day.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 23 minutes (all voted in favor)
• Rescheduled next council meeting to Tuesday, May 26

Youth Advisory Council

The council will discuss the upcoming Youth Summit held at Peace Park and Downtown CoMO during the Earth Day Festival. The meeting includes review of the event flyer and other new business.

• Youth Summit at Peace Park and Downtown CoMO

The Youth Advisory Council conducted a summit featuring four themed tables focused on Wellness, Sustainability, and Safety and Security. Members interacted with approximately 100 youth community members to collect data.

• Conducted Youth Summit at Peace Park and Downtown CoMo

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session regarding updates to the Unified Development Code. Discussion includes follow-up items on Accessory Dwelling Units and Home Occupations, as well as new text changes for setbacks and building heights.

• UDC Text Change - Accessory Dwelling Units (Follow-up)
• UDC Text Change - Home Occupations (Follow-up)
• UDC Text Changes - Corner-side yard & driveway setbacks
• UDC Text Changes - M-C building height

The Commission reviewed proposed text changes regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and discussed future regulatory updates. Staff presented plans to adjust corner-side yard setbacks, driveway setbacks, and hotel heights in the M-C district.

• Approved April 9 work session minutes unanimously
• Confirmed May 7 public hearing date for Accessory Dwelling Unit text changes
• Received staff update on City Council approval of Vantage Development PD plan

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider a request to move its discussion of Case #91-2026 to May 21, 2026. The case proposes rezoning approximately 3.5 acres at 3 and 21 Grace Lane for 34 multi-family units known as Bay Hills PD. If the tabling is approved, new public advertising and notification requirements will apply before the next hearing. The agenda contains only this substantive request alongside standard procedural items.

• Request to table Case #91-2026 (Bay Hills PD rezoning at 3 and 21 Grace Lane) to May 21, 2026
• Proposed development of 34 multi-family units on approximately 3.5 acres
• Tabling approval triggers mandatory re-advertising and public notification requirements
• Standard agenda items include April 9 minutes approval and tentative next meeting date (May 7)

The Commission voted to table the rezoning and site-specific statement of intent for 34 multi-family units at 3 and 21 Grace Lane. The matter is scheduled to return to the May 21, 2026, meeting to allow the applicant to resubmit revised plans.

• Approved April 9, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0 with 2 abstentions)
• Tabled Case # 91-2026 rezoning for 3 and 21 Grace Lane to May 21, 2026 (6-0)

Public Transit Advisory Commission

The Public Transit Advisory Commission will discuss bus shelter designs and review March ridership data. The meeting also includes the election of officers and updates regarding Vision Zero, Disability, Bike/Ped, and CATSO.

• Bus Shelter Design Discussion
• March Ridership report
• Election of Officers

The Public Transit Advisory Commission approved its agenda and the March 17 meeting minutes. The commission then elected Matt Wright as chair for another term and Sarah Johnson as vice chair. No policy decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of informational updates on bus shelter designs and ridership.

• Agenda approved (motioned by Randal, seconded by Bill Brumbaugh)
• March 17 minutes approved (motioned by Joseph Facteau, seconded by Bryan Mink)
• Matt Wright elected chair (re‑elected for another term)
• Sarah Johnson elected vice chair

Finance Advisory and Audit Committee

The committee will review the 2025 Police & Fire Pension Actuarial Valuation and the Annual FAAC Report to Council. Staff will also present quarterly investment, cash balance, and economic reports.

• 2025 Police & Fire Pension Actuarial Valuation
• Annual FAAC Report to Council
• Quarterly Investment Report
• Quarterly Cash Balance Report
• Monthly Economic Report

The Finance Advisory and Audit Committee approved changes to the wording of Section 2-273 regarding committee duties. The committee also discussed police and fire pension valuations, economic reports, and cash balances.

• Approved March 2, 2026 draft minutes
• Amended Sec. 2-273 to update the description of FAAC duties
• Rescheduled next meeting from May 18 to May 11

City Council

The City Council will meet to declare the results of the April 7, 2026, municipal election. The agenda includes the oath of office for newly elected members and several board appointments.

• Declaration of April 7, 2026, municipal election results
• Oath of office for newly elected council members
• Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem
• City of Columbia New Century Fund, Inc. Board appointments
• CAM Stakeholder Committee appointments

The City Council declared the results of the April 7, 2026, municipal election. The Council also appointed the Mayor Pro Tem and confirmed several board and committee representatives.

• Declared April 7, 2026, election results adopted (6-0)
• Approved Nick Foster as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Barbara Buffaloe as liaison to City of Columbia New Century Fund, Inc. Board (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Betsy Peters as representative on CAM Stakeholder Committee (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will review multiple development plans, including residential rezonings and plat approvals. The meeting also includes discussions on sidewalk improvements, airport technology upgrades, and affordable housing agreements.

• Rezoning 1801 Hanover Boulevard from R-1 to R-2
• Sidewalk improvement project on West Broadway between Maplewood Drive and West Boulevard
• Appropriation of $42,800.00 for Columbia Sanitary Landfill Horizontal Expansion Perming Project
• Developer agreement with Show-Me Central Habitat for Humanity for affordable housing on Ramble Drive
• Public hearing for the proposed reconstruction of Fire Station #5

The City Council approved a series of items via the consent agenda, including several rezoning requests and final plats. Additionally, Ann Marie Gortmaker was appointed to the Bicycle/Pedestrian Commission.

• Approved April 6, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with R73-26 moved to new business and B81-26 withdrawn (unanimous)
• Appointed Ann Marie Gortmaker to the Bicycle/Pedestrian Commission
• Approved B80-26 animal and fowl code amendments
• Approved B82-26 The Vantage planned development and preliminary plat
• Approved B83-26 rezoning at 1801 Hanover Boulevard to R-2
• Approved B84-26 rezoning at Vandiver Drive and Bass Pro Drive to M-C
• Approved B85-26 Centerstate Plat 7B final plat

City Council

The City Council will participate in a joint meeting with several local organizations. Discussion topics include public safety, school updates, housing code reforms, and chamber board appointments.

• Public Safety Discussion
• Housing Affordability Code Reforms and Next Steps
• Rural Gravel Road Paving Project Update
• Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program Update
• 2026-2027 Chamber of Commerce Board Appointments

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will review the March 2026 monthly report and minutes. The agenda includes a grad student presentation regarding pickleball and discussions related to the Columbia P&R Fund Advisory Board.

• Grad student presentation by Sam Norman on pickleball
• Columbia P&R Fund Advisory Board discussion
• Bicycle and Pedestrian report
• Capital project report
• Recreation Services report

Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission

The commission will review staff reports from Parks & Recreation and Planning. Discussion includes a City Hall display cabinet for Bike Month and an Earth Day booth. The body will also address a letter regarding the I-70 Project from Rocheport to Columbia.

• City Hall Display Cabinet for Bike Month (May 2026)
• Earth Day Booth with PTAC
• BPC letter to City Council on I-70 Project (Rocheport to Columbia)
• Columbia Business Loop Improvement Plan

Tree Board

The Tree Board will receive an update on the status of a potential city tree fund. Members will also discuss upcoming outreach opportunities, volunteer schedules, and the content of an annual report to City Council.

• Update on the status of the potential City Tree Fund
• Discussion regarding the Annual Report to City Council
• Report from the city arborist on current issues and upcoming projects

The Tree Board approved using budget funds to purchase weights for a pop-up tent. Members also discussed the annual report to City Council and upcoming community outreach at Earth Day, Juneteenth, and Pride.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved use of promotions and sponsorships budget for tent weights
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Food Council

The Columbia Food Council will meet to approve its March minutes and agenda. Members will review progress on a findings report, outline strategic plan themes, and receive an update on business licensing procedures. These discussions establish the council’s operational priorities for upcoming regulatory and planning updates.

• Progress report on council findings
• Outline of strategic plan themes
• Update on business licensing procedures with a possible guest speaker
• Approval of March 18, 2026 meeting minutes

The council reviewed progress on a food system findings report and discussed potential changes to business licensing fee structures. Members also discussed aligning a future strategic plan with upcoming data and the importance of food system resilience.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 18, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Housing and Community Development Commission

The Commission will review survey results related to the North Central Columbia Neighborhood Association Walking Tour. The discussion includes reviewing the 2026 Survey Response Report and Housing Needs BeHeard comments.

• Review of 2026 Survey Response Report
• Review of Housing Needs BeHeard Comments
• Comparison of FY26 vs FY27 Survey Results

The Commission discussed coordinating a neighborhood walking tour for the fall. Members also reviewed various formats of the 2026 survey response report.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved March 18, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Discussed coordinating a North Central Columbia Neighborhood Association walking tour for fall

Youth Advisory Council

The council will review Earth Day plans and social media strategies. The meeting includes presentations from the Sustainability and Office of Violence Prevention departments.

• Earth Day Plans and Flyer
• YAC Social Media Plans
• Youth Summit Workshop
• Sustainability presentation
• Office of Violence Prevention presentation

The council approved the current agenda and the March 10th meeting minutes. Members discussed activities for an upcoming Youth Summit, including BINGO cards and sign-up shifts.

• Approved April 14 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 10 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 10 subcommittee minutes (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request from Lavyank, LLC. The proposal seeks to allow a new 68-foot tall hotel to exceed permitted building and parapet height limits.

• Case # 110-2026: 17-foot height variance for a proposed hotel at 5320 Clark Lane

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session regarding the Columbia Regional Airport (COU). Discussion topics include the Airport Capital Improvement Plan and the COU Master Plan executive summary.

• Airport Capital Improvement Plan discussion
• COU Master Plan - Executive Summary review
• Enplanement & Deplanement Data review

The City Council held a work session regarding the Columbia Regional Airport Capital Improvement Plan and future growth. Discussions included potential changes to airport staffing, rates, and the possibility of creating a separate Airport Department.

• Discussed Airport Capital Improvement Plan and passenger volume forecasts
• Reviewed proposed creation of a separate Airport Department
• Discussed proposed addition of airport shuttle drivers starting June 2026
• Noted upcoming review of airport rates and charges expected this fall

Commission on Cultural Affairs

The Commission will receive reports regarding the OCA Office Relocation to the McKinney Building. Staff will also provide updates on FY27 Grant Funding for the Columbia Arts Fund and the status of FY26 funding.

• OCA Office Relocation to McKinney Building
• FY27 Grant Funding update for Columbia Arts Fund
• Status of FY26 Funding report

Office of Violence Prevention Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the Office of Violence Prevention Youth Advisory Group and community engagement. The agenda also includes NICJR Training and Technical Assistance recommendations and a NoCAP update.

• Office of Violence Prevention Youth Advisory Group discussion
• NICJR Training and Technical Assistance (TTA) Recommendations
• NoCAP Update

The committee approved the agenda and previous March minutes. Staff provided updates on community engagement events, NICJR training recommendations, and the Near East NoCAP.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the March meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review and potentially amend Chapter 5 of the City Code. The agenda also includes a report from Director Rebecca Roesslet.

• Amending Chapter 5 of the City Code relating to feral cat colonies

Columbia Sports Commission

The commission will review an Attraction Development Fund application for Mid-Missouri Sports Park Phase 2. The meeting also includes a report on sports sales activities and the Missouri Sports Travel Exchange.

• Attraction Development Fund Application: Mid-Missouri Sports Park Phase 2
• Update on Missouri State High School Activities Association championship venue request
• April Sports Commission Report regarding sports sales activities
• Missouri Sports Travel Exchange post event report

The Commission approved a funding plan for the Mid Mo Sports Park expansion to increase court capacity. The Convention and Visitor's Bureau provided updates on recent sporting events and upcoming sales activities.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 funding for Mid Mo Sports Park expansion to be paid in $25,000 increments over four years (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session regarding proposed changes to the Unified Development Code. The discussion focuses on regulations for home-based businesses at both the state and city levels.

• Unified Development Code (UDC) Text Change - Home Occupations

The Commission held a work session regarding proposed Unified Development Code text changes for home-based businesses. Staff explained that amendments are necessary to ensure the city's standards conform to state legislation. No formal amendments were drafted during this meeting; the matter will return to the Commission once a final draft is prepared.

• Approved April 9 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 19 work session minutes (unanimous)

Disabilities Commission

The Commission will discuss the promotion of the Dawn Z Program to recognize accessibility in local businesses. Members will also plan for Earth Day on April 26, 2026, and discuss opening nominations for the Senator Chuck Graham Award.

• Promotion of the Dawn Z Program
• Earth Day planning for April 26, 2026
• Senator Chuck Graham Award nominations and promotion

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two requests for short-term rentals. These include a request for 2208 Concordia Drive and a request for 802 North Sixth Street.

• Short-term rental request for 2208 Concordia Drive (max eight guests, 210 nights)
• Short-term rental request for 802 North Sixth Street (max six guests, 210 nights)
• Requirement for one additional on-site parking space at 802 North Sixth Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 2208 Concordia Drive. The applicant proposed using the property as a gap between mid-term leases, while neighbors expressed concerns regarding traffic, noise, and safety. No final vote or decision was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved the April 9, 2026, meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the March 19, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Commission on Cultural Affairs Standing Committee on Public Art

Parking Advisory Commission

The Parking Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for April 8, 2026, has been canceled. The agenda included standard items such as the approval of minutes and reports, but no substantive business was to be decided.

• Canceled meeting
• Approval of minutes
• Reports
• General comments by public
• Next meeting date

Water and Light Advisory Board

The board will review the FY 2027 Water and Electric Capital Improvement Plans (CIP). Discussion includes a presentation on the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), monthly financial statements, and Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) rate cap scenarios.

• Introduction of FY 2027 Water & Electric CIP
• TEA Presentation on IRP
• Monthly Financial Reports for January 2026
• Discussion regarding PCA Rate Cap Scenarios
• Draft Transmission Line Communication Plan

The Water and Light Advisory Board reviewed various energy generation scenarios as part of an ongoing Integrated Resource Plan. The presentation included projections for load growth, natural gas reliance, and the potential use of batteries, wind, solar, and nuclear resources. Additionally, staff provided monthly financial reports and a Climate Action Adaptation Plan update.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the March 11, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Citizens Police Review Board

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review demolition permit applications for several properties. Members will also work on updating the city's Preservation Plan through a chapter-by-chapter review.

• Demolition permit application: 1201 N. Garth Avenue
• Demolition permit application: 4 Russell Blvd
• Demolition permit application: 5300 I-70 Drive SE
• Preservation Plan work items: Review of Chapters 1 through 6

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission on Human Rights will discuss a Sunshine Law presentation, hold officer elections, and consider a funding request for the Human Rights Enforcement Program (HREP). The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss pending legal cases. The public may attend the open portion.

• Sunshine Law Presentation under old business
• Officer Elections under old business
• HREP Funding Request under new business
• Approval of draft minutes from February 3, 2026
• Motion to go into closed session for pending cases under RSMo 610.021(1)

The Commission elected a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Members also approved two funding requests for Local Motion and the Center Project.

• Tabled February 03 2026 draft minutes
• Elected Mary Davis as Secretary (unanimous)
• Elected Liz Townsend Bird as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Meera Sood as Chair (unanimous)
• Approved $400.00 request from Local Motion (unanimous)
• Approved $500.00 for Center Project (majority; 1 abstention)

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation on the McKinney Building Feasibility Study, which is open to the public. Following the presentation, the council will vote to go into closed session to discuss legal actions, real estate transactions, and sealed bids. The remainder of the agenda consists of routine items and adjournment.

• McKinney Building Feasibility Study presentation
• Motion to go into closed session for litigation, real estate, and sealed bids discussions

The City Council voted 7-0 to enter a closed session to discuss pending litigation, real estate transactions, and sealed bids or negotiated contracts. Staff presented the McKinney Building Feasibility Study, which outlines an estimated $5.3 million renovation cost and requested concept approval to pursue state grants; no formal vote on the project was recorded in these minutes. The council adjourned the closed session at approximately 6:55 p.m.

• Entered closed session to discuss litigation, real estate transactions, and sealed bids (7-0)
• Received McKinney Building Feasibility Study presentation; concept approval requested but not voted on

City Council

The Council holds public hearings on six capital projects at Columbia Regional Airport including north parking lot, passenger boarding bridge, deicing pad, loop road, production kitchen, and Airport Drive reconstruction. It will vote on a second reading to amend the zoning code to define 'data center' uses. Other items include a $168,130.01 MOU for the Block by Block Ambassador program with the University of Missouri and Downtown CID, and introductions of ordinances on animal regulations and temporary business license fees.

• Public hearings and votes on six capital projects at Columbia Regional Airport: north parking lot improvements, passenger boarding bridge, deicing pad and glycol recovery, terminal loop road, production kitchen, and Airport Drive reconstruction.
• Second reading and vote on B62-26 amending City Code Chapter 29 to define and zone 'data center' uses.
• Second reading and vote on B77-26 authorizing a $168,130.01 MOU with University of Missouri and Downtown CID for the Block by Block Ambassador program.
• Consent agenda: B78-26 First Amendment to Broadway Hotel Phase Two TIF redevelopment agreement authorizing tax increment revenue notes.
• Consent agenda: B79-26 authorizing a $212,235 tennis court resurfacing grant application with USTA for Cosmo-Bethel Park.

The City Council approved multiple bills authorizing construction and improvements at the Columbia Regional Airport. These projects include parking lot improvements, a passenger boarding bridge, a deicing pad, a loop road, a production kitchen, and the reconstruction of Airport Drive.

• Approved airport north parking lot improvements (7-0)
• Approved terminal building passenger boarding bridge project (7-0)
• Approved airport deicing pad and containment facility (7-0)
• Approved terminal building loop road project (6-0)
• Approved terminal building production kitchen (7-0)
• Approved reconstruction of Airport Drive (7-0)

Loan and Grant Committee

The Loan and Grant Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review updated administrative guidelines for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME programs. The meeting is scheduled for April 3, 2026, at 11 N. 7th St.

• Approval of October 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of updated CDBG and HOME Administrative Guidelines
• Public comments period
• Meeting date to be determined

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

This meeting of the Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health is largely procedural, with approval of minutes and a treasurer's report. The main discussions include planning for the Mayor's Awards (new date and marketing) and organizing Bike Walk and Wheel Week, including the Mayor's Mile and a Breakfast Station on May 8. New business covers social media content. No votes on ordinances or financial commitments are scheduled.

• Discuss Mayor’s Awards – new date and marketing
• Bike, Walk and Wheel Week events: Mayor’s Mile and Breakfast Station on May 8
• Social media content discussion
• Treasurer's report
• Next meeting date: May 7, 2026

Community Land Trust Organization Board

The Community Land Trust Organization Board will vote on a motion to enter a closed session to discuss a leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate. The board will also approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 4, 2026 meeting. Additional items include a review of the Conflict of Interest Policy and a new business item titled “COMO Gives Procedure.”

• Motion to go into closed session for real‑estate lease/purchase discussion
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of February 4, 2026 meeting minutes
• Review of Conflict of Interest Policy
• New business: COMO Gives Procedure

The board approved the current agenda and the minutes from the February 4, 2026, meeting. The board entered a closed session regarding real estate transactions before returning to open discussion.

• Approved April 1, 2026, agenda (5-0)
• Approved February 4, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Entered closed session for real estate matters (6-0)
• Returned from closed session (7-0)
• Accepted treasurer's report (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Climate and Environment Commission

The Climate and Environment Commission will discuss Earth Day's plastic reduction theme, review the 2026 priorities, and receive a report on the Climate Action Adaptation Plan. The meeting also covers public comment procedures and staff reports.

• Earth Day - Plastic Reduction Theme
• CEC 2026 Priorities
• CAAP Update Report
• Public comment practice and time limits
• Staff Report and Chair Report

The Climate and Environment Commission held elections for leadership roles. Leanne Tippett Mosby was elected chair and Abby Dickinson was elected vice chair via unanimous voice vote. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and previous draft minutes.

• Approved the March 31, 2026, agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved February 24, 2026, draft minutes (voice vote, one abstention)
• Elected Leanne Tippett Mosby as chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Abby Dickinson as vice chair (unanimous voice vote)

Convention and Visitors Advisory Board

The Convention and Visitors Advisory Board meeting scheduled for Monday, March 30, 2026, at the Thomas G. Walton Building has been canceled. No decisions or discussions are expected to occur at this time.

• Meeting canceled
• Location: 300 S. Providence Road, Thomas G. Walton Building
• Time: 12:00 PM

Collegiate Advisory Council

The Collegiate Advisory Council will approve the meeting agenda and the draft minutes from the February 23 meeting. It will hear a presentation from the Public Health & Human Services Department on the City of Columbia 2025 Community Survey and its report. The council will also address board communications and set the next meeting date for April 27, 2026.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of February 23, 2026 draft minutes
• Public Health & Human Services Department presentation of the 2025 Community Survey report
• Board communications
• Next meeting scheduled for April 27, 2026

The Council approved the February minutes and modified the current agenda. Members discussed a Public Health & Human Services presentation regarding sexual violence, naloxone distribution, and prevention efforts. The group is developing a survey for college students to be distributed at the start of the fall semester.

• Approved modified agenda
• Approved February meeting minutes
• Tabled Board Communications to April 27, 2026 meeting

Building Construction Codes Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will approve minutes and reports from February 2026, review a Colt Railbanking report, and discuss a Cosmo-Bethel tennis grant application.

• Approval of February 2026 minutes and monthly report
• Review of Colt Railbanking report
• Discussion of Cosmo-Bethel tennis grant application
• Review of Bicycle and Pedestrian report
• Review of Capital project report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will receive a staff report on the draft Columbia Climate Action & Adaptation Plan update, including several appendices summarizing implementation, focus groups, and long‑term actions. The commission will discuss the draft and related materials during the work session. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review staff report and draft Columbia Climate Action & Adaptation Plan update (Appendices A‑D).

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a work session regarding the refinement of the 2019 Climate Action & Adaptation Plan (CAAP). The presentation focused on organizing existing goals into short, medium, and long-range categories. No formal votes or decisions were taken during this work session.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 29 that would revise the definition of 'family,' eliminating the difference in unrelated adults allowed in various residential zones and allowing non-traditional and multi-generational families. A separate public hearing concerns a short-term rental application for 2002 Valley View Road. A request to table a rezoning for 34 multi-family units at 3 and 21 Grace Lane to April 23 has been received.

• Public hearing on proposed change to definition of 'family' in Unified Development Code (Chapter 29) to allow up to 4 unrelated adults and no limit on related occupants
• Public hearing on short-term rental application for 2002 Valley View Road (210-night max, 6 guests)
• Tabling request for Case #91-2026: rezoning for Bay Hills PD (34 multi-family units) at 3 and 21 Grace Lane to April 23, 2026
• Approval of minutes from March 5, 2026 regular meeting

The Commission tabled a major amendment for the 'Bay Hills PD' development at 3 and 21 Grace Lane until April 23, 2026. A public hearing was held regarding a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 2002 Valley View Road, where neighbors expressed opposition to increased traffic.

• Approved the March 5, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Case #91-2026 (3 and 21 Grace Lane) to April 23, 2026 (8-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)

Columbia Parks and Recreation Fund Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Fund Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss and authorize expenditures for adapted programming and annual recreation programming. Members will also receive an update on fund balances from COMO Gives. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Authorization of expenditure for adapted programming
• Discussion and authorization of annual funding for recreation programming
• Update from COMO Gives and review of fund balance
• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2025

Food Council

The Columbia Food Council will meet to approve minutes from February, receive an update on the Findings Report, and discuss proposed changes to City publications. The council will also cover current food policy updates and hear public comments. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Findings Report progress update
• Changes to City publications
• Current food policy updates
• Approval of February 18, 2026 meeting minutes

Housing and Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission will review survey results and approve a Request for Proposal for FY 2027 funds. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of February 18, 2026 meeting minutes
• FY 2027 Housing and Community Development Needs Survey Review
• Approve Release of FY 2027 Request for Proposal (RFP)
• FY 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) review

The Commission approved the release of the Fiscal Year 2027 Request for Proposals with amended deadline dates. Staff presented the FY 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) detailing various housing and community development expenditures.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved February 18, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved release of FY 2027 Request for Proposal with amended dates (8-0)

Tree Board

This meeting of the Columbia Tree Board includes a presentation from the Office of Sustainability on updates to the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP). The board will also receive an update on the potential City Tree Fund and discuss upcoming outreach opportunities. The city arborist will report on current issues and projects.

• Climate Action and Adaptation Plan update presentation by Lelande Rehard
• City Tree Fund status update
• Work calendar discussion on outreach opportunities
• City arborist liaison report on current issues and projects
• Public comments allowed (3 minutes per individual, 6 minutes per group)

The Tree Board reviewed updates to the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP). Discussions included future meetings regarding the City Tree Fund and upcoming community events.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission will review staff reports, approve minutes, and discuss the COLT Railroad Railbanking project and the Improve I70 P4A plan. The public can provide input on the Business Loop Road Safety Audit and the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget.

• Approval of minutes from the 02-18-2026 meeting
• COLT Railroad Railbanking presentation by Gabe Huffington
• Improve I70 P4A - Rocheport to Columbia update by Spencer Robinson
• Public input on Business Loop Road Safety Audit
• Public input on Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Public Transit Advisory Commission

The Public Transit Advisory Commission will consider approving February meeting minutes, receive updates from City Council and other commissions, and discuss old business including a draft 2025 annual report, Earth Day plans, and the Tiger Line. They will also review February ridership data and take public comment.

• Approval of Feb. 17 meeting minutes
• Review of PTAC Annual Report 2025 draft
• Discussion of Earth Day event
• Tiger Line discussion
• February ridership report

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) and vote on a $9.5 million budget amendment for Q2 appropriations. Other second-read votes include a conditional use permit for a spa at 1205 University Avenue, an air service agreement with American Airlines for flights from Columbia Regional Airport, and amendments for affordable housing and wind energy. The council will also introduce ordinances to amend zoning definitions for data centers, approve a short-term rental, change a street name, and authorize multiple airport construction projects.

• $9,485,007.67 budget amendment for Q2 appropriations
• Air service agreement with American Airlines for Columbia Regional Airport–Charlotte route ($750,000)
• Conditional use permit for a spa at 1205 University Avenue
• Introduction of ordinance to define 'data center' zoning
• Street name change from State Farm Parkway to E. Green Meadows Road

The City Council approved a $750,000 appropriation for air service between Columbia Regional Airport and Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Additionally, the Council enacted changes to the city code regarding purchasing and adopted the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report.

• Approved 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (7-0)
• Enacted amendments to City Code Article X relating to purchasing (7-0)
• Enacted $750,000 appropriation for American Airlines service to Charlotte (7-0)
• Appointed Reese Holcomb to the Commission on Human Rights
• Appointed Gabi Jacobs to the Public Transit Advisory Commission
• Appointed Connor Pinkley to the Public Transit Advisory Commission