There were a number of opportunities for citizens to help shape Columbia Compass throughout the planning process, and opportunities for engagement will continue with implementation. Please plan to join us, and be sure to sign up for our mailing list below to be notified of future meetings and events.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Please note that scheduled events may be subject to change based on the modification of City operations tied to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Please note, it is the policy of the City of Columbia that all City-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities. If you need assistance in participating in a below meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the ADA, please call the City’s ADA Coordinator at (803) 545-3009 or e-mail Gardner.Johnson@columbiasc.gov as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.
You can review Past Events below, as well as Past Engagement & Outreach Opportunities.
Please note, it is the policy of the City of Columbia that all City-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities. If you need assistance in participating in a below meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the ADA, please call the City’s ADA Coordinator at (803) 545-3009 or e-mail Gardner.Johnson@columbiasc.gov as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.
You can review Past Events below, as well as Past Engagement & Outreach Opportunities.
May 2022CELEBRATE MAY
All Month| Throughout the Midlands |
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May is National Bike Month and National Historic Preservation Month, and there are a number of ways to celebrate in Columbia and throughout the Midlands! Check out the webpage for a calendar of events and to learn more.
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PAST EVENTS
These events were scheduled specifically to discuss the Columbia Compass planning process.
August 4, 2020CITY COUNCIL SECOND READING
2pm | Virtual Meeting |
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City Council held a public hearing and first reading at their regularly scheduled July 21st meeting regarding plan adoption. Second reading is scheduled for August 4th. Members of the public may stream the Council meeting on CityTV. The printed agenda will be made available online prior to the meeting date.
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July 21, 2020CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING
2pm | Virtual Meeting |
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City Council will hold a public hearing at their regularly scheduled July 21st meeting regarding plan adoption. Members of the public may stream the public hearing on CityTV and may participate in the public hearing process via email or telephone by following the instructions posted on the printed agenda. The printed agenda will be made available online prior to the meeting date.
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June 25, 2020 |
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The City of Columbia will host two virtual public meetings to review the Columbia Compass planning process and answer any questions in advance of City Council’s review of the draft plan. During each meeting, a brief informational presentation will be given by the project team, followed by a question and answer session where members of the public can participate virtually via telephone and email.
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June 25, 2020 |
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The City of Columbia will host two virtual public meetings to review the Columbia Compass planning process and answer any questions in advance of City Council’s review of the draft plan. During each meeting, a brief informational presentation will be given by the project team, followed by a question and answer session where members of the public can participate virtually via telephone and email.
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March 2, 2020PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
5:15pm | City Hall, 3rd Floor, Council Chambers, 1737 Main Street |
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The Planning Commission will review the revised Columbia Compass draft at their regularly scheduled meeting, and will make a recommendation to Council regarding the adoption of the plan document. Planning Commission agendas and case summaries are posted online prior to the meeting.
Once Planning Commission has made their recommendation, City Council will schedule and hold a public hearing regarding plan adoption. |
January - February 7, 2020DRAFT PLAN PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
ColumbiaCompass@ColumbiaSC.gov |
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If you were unable to attend one of the four public meetings we held in January 2020, you still have time to get us your comments on the draft plan. Please reach out to us with comments or questions at ColumbiaCompass@columbiasc.gov by February 7th, so that we have ample time to address them prior to moving forward to Planning Commission and City Council with the official adoption process. The process diagram on our home page helps describe the process as a whole.
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January 16, 2020PUBLIC MEETING
5:30-7:30pm | Busby Street Community Center, 1735 Busby Street |
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This is the final phase of the planning process, and the purpose of these meetings is to present the draft plan to the public. This is one of four identical meetings scheduled in January, and each will provide an opportunity for attendees to interact with the project team and earn more about the draft plan.
During each meeting the project team will give a brief presentation at 5:45 and 6:45 pm, and will be available to answer questions and receive feedback between presentations. Download a meeting flyer to post & share! RSVP on Facebook! |
January 14, 2020PUBLIC MEETING
5:30-7:30pm | Richland Library Southeast, 7421 Garners Ferry Road |
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This is the final phase of the planning process, and the purpose of these meetings is to present the draft plan to the public. This is one of four identical meetings scheduled in January, and each will provide an opportunity for attendees to interact with the project team and earn more about the draft plan.
During each meeting the project team will give a brief presentation at 5:45 and 6:45 pm, and will be available to answer questions and receive feedback between presentations. Download a meeting flyer to post & share! RSVP on Facebook! |
January 9, 2020PUBLIC MEETING
5:30-7:30pm | Richland Library St. Andrews, 2916 Broad River Road |
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This is the final phase of the planning process, and the purpose of these meetings is to present the draft plan to the public. This is one of four identical meetings scheduled in January, and each will provide an opportunity for attendees to interact with the project team and earn more about the draft plan.
During each meeting the project team will give a brief presentation at 5:45 and 6:45 pm, and will be available to answer questions and receive feedback between presentations. Download a meeting flyer to post & share! RSVP on Facebook! |
January 8, 2020PUBLIC MEETING
5:30-7:30pm | Richland Library Main, 1431 Assembly Street |
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This is the final phase of the planning process, and the purpose of these meetings is to present the draft plan to the public. This is one of four identical meetings scheduled in January, and each will provide an opportunity for attendees to interact with the project team and earn more about the draft plan.
During each meeting the project team will give a brief presentation at 5:45 and 6:45 pm, and will be available to answer questions and receive feedback between presentations. Download a meeting flyer to post & share! RSVP on Facebook! |
April 16, 2019 |
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The City is hosting "lunch with a planner" discussions throughout the year, focusing on different topics relevant to Columbia Compass. This is a drop-in event; please bring a bag lunch and join us for discussion.
Inclement weather location: Planning & Development Services, 1136 Washington Street, 3rd floor conference room |
March 12, 2019LUNCH WITH A PLANNER - COMMUNITY FACILITIES
12-1pm | Meridian Building plaza (1300 block of Main Street) |
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The City is hosting "lunch with a planner" discussions throughout the year, focusing on different topics relevant to Columbia Compass. This is a drop-in event; please bring a bag lunch and join us for discussion.
Inclement weather location: Planning & Development Services, 1136 Washington Street, 3rd floor conference room |
February 19, 2019LUNCH WITH A PLANNER - POPULATION
12-1pm | Outdoor seating at Gervais & Lincoln (southeast corner) |
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The City is hosting "lunch with a planner" discussions throughout the year, focusing on different topics relevant to Columbia Compass. This is a drop-in event; please bring a bag lunch and join us for discussion.
Inclement weather location: Planning & Development Services, 1136 Washington Street, 3rd floor conference room |
February 13, 2019PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE
5:00-8:00pm | Richland Library Main - Auditorium |