City of Columbia, MO

02/18/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/18/2026 12:02

Community members invited to attend Budget Town Hall, Feb. 26

P.O. BOX 6015 COLUMBIA, MO 65205

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 18, 2026

CONTACT: Sydney Olsen
Engagement Public Communications Manager
City Manager's Office
City of Columbia
573.874.7438
[email protected]

Community members invited to attend Budget Town Hall, Feb. 26

(COLUMBIA, MO)- The City of Columbia will host the next two sessions in a series of Budget Town Halls Thursday, Feb. 26. These meetings provide an opportunity for residents to engage in the City's budget process.

The upcoming town hall will focus on budget priorities, where City staff will provide an overview of how decisions are made and discuss key priorities for funding in the City's budget, and will include a budget simulation activity
Sessions will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26 in Conference Rooms 1A/1B in City Hall, 701 E. Broadway. Participants will receive the same information at both sessions.

These interactive events continue to provide an opportunity for community members to gain a deeper understanding of how the City develops its budget, ask questions and participate in activities designed to foster involvement and education.

The town halls are open to all Columbia residents. The City is asking participants to register in advance. Light refreshments will be provided.

Members of the public may attend any open meeting. For requests for accommodations related to disability, please call 573.874.CITY (2489) or email [email protected]. In order to assist staff in making the appropriate arrangements for your accommodation, please make your request as far in advance of the posted meeting date as possible.


City of Columbia Vision
Columbia is the best place for everyone to live, work, learn and play.

City of Columbia Mission
To serve the public equitably through democratic, transparent and efficient government.

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