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Observance of Independence Day 2022

Some City of Columbus departments will be closed July 4, 2022, in observance of Independence Day.

• The Columbus Area Transit (CAT), the Columbus Police Department Lobby & front desk, the Columbus Community Center, the Columbus Public Library, and all departments located in City Hall will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2022. 
• The Pawnee Plunge...

Annual Water Quality Report 2021

Your 2021 Annual Water Quality Report is now available.

The report can be located on the City of Columbus website www.columbusne.us/cr. Paper copies are available at the front desk at Columbus City Hall, 2424 14 Street. To have a copy mailed to you, please call 402-562-4236. For any questions concerning this r...

Direct Homebuyer Assistance

Interested in purchasing a home but need money for a down payment to qualify for a home mortgage loan? The City of Columbus has funds available for direct homebuyer assistance.

Qualified households can receive a 0% deferred interest loan for up to 20% of the total project cost, not to exceed $30,000.  Income restrictions apply in order to be eligible for this program.

Applications are taken on a first-come, first-ready b...

Community Building Project Construction Impacts Roadway Closures, Lane Restrictions, and Parking Lot

The Community Building Project is moving into the next phase, which requires
some roadway closures, lane restrictions, and parking lot closures in and around
the site in downtown Columbus.