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City fiber network completion
A $25,000 bump to the fiber project would extend fiber to Fire Station 2 on Richland Avenue and connect more traffic control boxes.
2 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Nov 2, 2026
LowParks Rec
OU soccer field tree planting
About eleven trees (pin oaks along a swampy row, plus sugar maple, basswood, and yellowwood) are planned for spring around the OU soccer fields, with mapping done and OU grounds staff approval still needed. Youth soccer groups may also want trees near their storage area.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 21, 2026
LowTaxes Budget
Parking garage gate repair pay
Parking enforcement officers will get extra pay for fixing garage gates themselves, instead of waiting and paying for a Columbus repair company — faster fixes and lower cost.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 13, 2026