COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Columbus Consolidated Government Community Reinvestment Department will host two public meetings this week on community development planning and neighborhood revitalization.
A public hearing is scheduled for Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. at the City Service Center Council Chambers at 3111 Citizen Way. Residents can learn about and offer input on the 2026–2030 Consolidated Plan, the FY27 Annual Action Plan and the amended Citizen Participation Plan.
The plans guide the city’s use of federal housing and community development funds and establish priorities for addressing housing, infrastructure, economic development and community needs.
A second meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at the Frank D. Chester Recreation Center at 1441 Benning Drive. The meeting will focus on the Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Study for South Columbus. Residents can learn about the study’s goals, discuss neighborhood priorities and provide feedback on future revitalization efforts.
Both meeting locations are accessible to individuals with disabilities. Residents requiring special accommodations should contact Emma Kimbrel at (706) 225-3931. For TDD services, call 1-800-225-0056.
For more information, contact Rob Scott, community reinvestment director, at Scott.Robert@columbusga.org or 706-225-3918.
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