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Celebrate National Bike Month and National Historic Preservation Month with the City of Columbia

Find out how you can celebrate in May by checking out a calendar of events – both City- and community-sponsored – compiled by the City’s Planning Division.

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City of Columbia to Host Public Works Hiring Event

Join us on May 13 for the Public Works hiring event! The City of Columbia’s Public Work’s Street Division maintains and improves the City’s infrastructure. You’ll work hands-on with asphalt, concrete and storm drainage systems, contributing directly to the City’s roads and public spaces.

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Sharing the Road Public Open House

Join us May 12th and help shape programs, policies, and projects that can improve roadway safety in our community.

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Inaugural Songbird Festival at Finlay Park Set for May 30th & May 31st

A new music festival is taking flight in the heart of downtown Columbia. The inaugural Songbird Festival 26 will debut Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, at Finlay Park, bringing a two-day lineup of nationally touring artists, regional favorites, and local acts across two stages.

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The partnership between the City of Columbia, Columbia Police Department, and HRTHUDL is a coalition dedicated to protecting our Columbia community.

It costs $2,000 to equip one CPD frontline vehicle with a life-saving AED. Join us in the effort to equip 300 vehicles!

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Celebrate National Bike Month and National Historic Preservation Month with the City of Columbia

Find out how you can celebrate in May by checking out a calendar of events – both City- and community-sponsored – compiled by the City’s Planning Division.

Learn More
 
 

City of Columbia to Host Public Works Hiring Event

Join us on May 13 for the Public Works hiring event! The City of Columbia’s Public Work’s Street Division maintains and improves the City’s infrastructure. You’ll work hands-on with asphalt, concrete and storm drainage systems, contributing directly to the City’s roads and public spaces.

Learn More
 
 

Sharing the Road Public Open House

Join us May 12th and help shape programs, policies, and projects that can improve roadway safety in our community.

Learn More
 
 

Inaugural Songbird Festival at Finlay Park Set for May 30th & May 31st

A new music festival is taking flight in the heart of downtown Columbia. The inaugural Songbird Festival 26 will debut Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, at Finlay Park, bringing a two-day lineup of nationally touring artists, regional favorites, and local acts across two stages.

Learn More
 
 

The partnership between the City of Columbia, Columbia Police Department, and HRTHUDL is a coalition dedicated to protecting our Columbia community.

It costs $2,000 to equip one CPD frontline vehicle with a life-saving AED. Join us in the effort to equip 300 vehicles!

Learn More
Donate Here
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Welcome to the official website of the City of Columbia! I hope that it is helpful to you, as we offer many services and attractions here in our beautiful capital city!

City Council

Tina N. Herbert

Mayor Pro Tem, District I

Term: 01/05/2026 - 12/31/2029
Phone: 803-814-7207

Peter M. Brown

District IV

Term: 01/05/2026 - 12/31/2029
Phone: 803-360-3971

Will Brennan

District III

Term: 01/03/2024 - 12/31/2027
Phone: 803-876-4919

Sam P. Johnson

At-Large

Term: 01/05/2026 - 12/31/2029
Phone: 803-719-6158

Edward H. McDowell, Jr.

District II

Term: 01/02/2024 - 12/31/2027
Phone: 803-545-3061

Tyler D. Bailey

At-Large

Term: 01/03/2024 - 12/31/2027
Phone: 803-908-6830

City Manager

Meet Teresa Wilson, an energetic City Manager at the forefront of transforming Columbia into the best-kept secret turned ultimate place to live, work, and play.

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City HeadlinesPress Releases2026 City of Columbia Touch-A-Truck Event is Back for the Fourth Year at Soda City
May 4, 2026

2026 City of Columbia Touch-A-Truck Event is Back for the Fourth Year at Soda City

WHO: City of Columbia Public Works Department, Columbia Police Department, Columbia-Richland Fire Department, City of Columbia Parks & Recreation, Columbia Water, City of Columbia Fleet Services, City of Columbia Parking…
Elizabeth East
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City HeadlinesPress ReleasesCity of Columbia to Begin Structural Repairs at Sumter Street Parking Deck on Monday, June 1, 2026
May 4, 2026

City of Columbia to Begin Structural Repairs at Sumter Street Parking Deck on Monday, June 1, 2026

Phase 1 of Capital Improvement Plan to Enhance City-Owned Parking Decks (Columbia, SC) - The City of Columbia will begin structural repairs at the Sumter Street Parking Deck, located at…
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City HeadlinesCity of Columbia Launches Public Engagement Phase for Congaree Riverfront District Project
March 18, 2026

City of Columbia Launches Public Engagement Phase for Congaree Riverfront District Project

The City of Columbia is inviting residents to shape the future of its riverfront as the Congaree Riverfront District Project enters its first phase of community engagement. Following City Council’s…
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City HeadlinesCity of Columbia, Columbia Police Department, HRTHUDL and Prisma Health Unite to Strengthen Cardiac Emergency Response Across Columbia
March 18, 2026

City of Columbia, Columbia Police Department, HRTHUDL and Prisma Health Unite to Strengthen Cardiac Emergency Response Across Columbia

The City of Columbia and the Columbia Police Department, in partnership with HRTHUDL and Prisma Health, announced a new life saving initiative during the City of Columbia Go Red Columbia…
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Press ReleasesDominion Energy to Begin Performing Tree Trimming Activities as Scheduled for 2026
May 15, 2026

Dominion Energy to Begin Performing Tree Trimming Activities as Scheduled for 2026

Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree…
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Press ReleasesCity of Columbia to Host 5th Annual Police, Parks, & Pedals Community Bicycle Event
May 15, 2026

City of Columbia to Host 5th Annual Police, Parks, & Pedals Community Bicycle Event

The Columbia Police Foundation & Columbia Parks & Recreation Foundation to honor District 1 elementary school students during the event The Columbia Police Foundation and the Columbia Parks & Recreation Foundation…
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Press Releases2026 City of Columbia Touch-A-Truck Event is Back for the Fourth Year at Soda City
May 15, 2026

2026 City of Columbia Touch-A-Truck Event is Back for the Fourth Year at Soda City

WHO: City of Columbia Public Works Department, Columbia Police Department, Columbia-Richland Fire Department, City of Columbia Parks & Recreation, Columbia Water, City of Columbia Fleet Services, City of Columbia Parking…
Megan Thomas
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Press ReleasesCity of Columbia Community Development Department to Host a Homebuyer Workshop
May 14, 2026

City of Columbia Community Development Department to Host a Homebuyer Workshop

Who: City of Columbia Community Development Department What: Your path to homeownership starts here! This will be a one-stop homebuyer workshop where attendees can learn, ask questions, and connect directly…
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