Columbia Borough Sets Timeline to Solicit Bids for McGinnis Property; Council Agrees March 30 Advertisement, May 15 Closing After extended debate over marketing and legal timelines, Columbia Borough staff will advertise an RFP for the McGinnis property beginning March 30, 2026, with bids due May 15; council discussed scoring, reserve price mechanics, a 4% deposit on award and potential transfer of bios/EDC development funds.

Columbia Borough is set to transform the McGinnis property as it gears up to solicit bids, with a timeline that could reshape the local landscape!

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Council approves demolition permit, grant resolutions and multiple construction payments; denies vinyl railing at 216 Cherry St. At its Oct. 28 virtual meeting, the Columbia Borough Council approved demolition of a fire‑damaged building at 20 N. Second St., authorized several contractor payments and adopted two LSA grant support resolutions. The council denied a certificate of appropriateness for 216 Cherry Street as submitted (vinyl replacement) and directed an in‑kind wood

Columbia Borough Council made significant decisions on Oct. 28, including the demolition of a fire-damaged building and a controversial denial of vinyl railings for historic preservation.

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Columbia council takes interim actions, opens budget workshop amid debate over reserves, fire truck and Market House strategy At an Oct. 16 budget workshop, Columbia Borough Council authorized bill payments, approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 22 N. Third St., waived a Market House rental fee and discussed a proposed 2026 budget that would draw down reserves, add staff, and reopen questions about funding a new fire ladder truck and Market House operations.

Columbia Borough Council is making significant financial decisions that could impact reserves and staffing as they prepare for the 2026 budget—are they ready for the challenges ahead?

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Columbia Borough Council launches Cedar parking permit program for residents 65 and older Columbia Borough introduces parking permit for seniors to alleviate community parking issues.

Columbia Borough Council is taking bold steps to boost local businesses and enhance community safety, from eye-catching signage proposals to a new parking permit program for seniors!

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Council tests audio video system in council room Council conducts audio video system test in the council room.

Columbia Borough is taking a giant leap toward transparency and community engagement with a crucial audio-visual system test that ensures every resident's voice is heard!

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Columbia officials address electric bike regulations and zoning challenges at meeting Columbia officials discuss electric bike compliance and urgent zoning updates after planning commission meeting.

Columbia Borough officials are taking a stand on electric bike safety and zoning regulations, aiming to protect residents and modernize outdated laws.

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Borough staff raises questions on police powers and enforcement definitions Staff discusses the definition and scope of police powers and enforcement procedures.

Columbia Borough's council sparks a heated debate on who really holds the power to enforce local codes—police, compliance officers, or both?

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Planning Commission outlines changes to zoning regulations including medical marijuana dispensaries Commission agrees to update zoning table to include medical marijuana and data centers.

Columbia Borough is on the verge of transformative zoning changes that could pave the way for new businesses like medical marijuana dispensaries and enhanced childcare services!

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