Columbia council approves $520 million CPWS plan and multi-year rate increases after hours of public comment After multiple hours of testimony and sharp debate, Columbia City Council voted 5-2 to approve a $520 million Columbia Power & Water Systems plan that includes a downstream Duck River intake and staged rate increases; state regulators said the intake permit is fully issued and CPWS is at ~93% capacity.

Columbia City Council's controversial decision to approve a $520 million water supply plan comes with multi-year rate increases amid heated public debate and concerns over affordability.

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Columbia council approves first reading of CPWS rate action tied to proposed downstream intake after heated public hearing After hours of public testimony from residents, county officials and conservation groups urging delay or regionalization, the City of Columbia council approved on first consideration a rate/financing action tied to a proposed downstream intake and treatment project; the vote was divided 4–3 (three No votes recorded).

Columbia City Council's controversial vote on a $520 million water project has sparked heated debates over skyrocketing rates and the future of regional water supply.

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Columbia City Council approves mayor's reappointment and green services bid award Council members unanimously approve Trent Ogilvy's reappointment and green services contract.

Columbia's City Council just made impactful decisions, from green service approvals to the reappointment of key leaders, shaping the future of our community!

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