Whitnee Garcia, Author at City of Columbia, Columbia SC https://columbiasc.gov/author/wgarcia/ Together, We Are Columbia. Fri, 25 Oct 2024 13:13:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://columbiasc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cropped-cola-favicon-32x32.png Whitnee Garcia, Author at City of Columbia, Columbia SC https://columbiasc.gov/author/wgarcia/ 32 32 City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department Announces Public Response to Planning Surveys During 10-Year Master Plan Community Presentations https://columbiasc.gov/city-of-columbia-parks-and-recreation-department-announces-public-response-to-planning-surveys-during-10-year-master-plan-community-presentations-2/ Fri, 11 Oct 2024 15:03:52 +0000 https://columbiasc.gov/?p=775134 The post City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department Announces Public Response to Planning Surveys During 10-Year Master Plan Community Presentations appeared first on City of Columbia, Columbia SC.

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Citizen Input Matters: See the Results & Shape Our Future!

Through recent surveys, more than 1,000 Columbia residents and citizens have shared their thoughts about the future of our community and their wishes for Columbia’s parks and public spaces. The Parks & Recreation Department will now hold a series of community-centered meetings to reveal the survey results, and discuss how they will guide implementation of the new 10-Year Master Plan. Attending citizens will:

  • Find out what matters most to them and their neighbors
  • Learn how their voices are being heard
  • Contribute to the final vision for our community

Survey Results Meetings

Wednesday, October 16  – Survey Results Meeting 1

Woodland Park Community Center, Council District 4
6500 Olde Knight Pkwy
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Thursday, October 17  – Survey Results Meeting 2
Leroy Moss Multipurpose Center, Council District 1
950 Jackson Avenue
6:00 – 7:30 pm

Wednesday, November 6 – Survey Results Meeting 3
Edisto Park Neighborhood Center, Council District 3
1914 Wiley Street
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Thursday, November 7  – Survey Results Meeting 4
Charles R. Drew Wellness Center, Council District 2
2101 Walker Solomon Way
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Point of Contact: Kenya V. Bryant, Parks and Recreation Interim Director. 803-545-3085 or Kenya.Bryant@columbiasc.gov

Scan below to RSVP or click here: https://forms.columbiasc.gov/240924593644059

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]]> City of Columbia Forestry and Beautification to Open Nominations for the 2024 Treasured Tree Program https://columbiasc.gov/city-of-columbia-forestry-and-beautification-to-open-nominations-for-the-2024-treasured-tree-program-4/ Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:30:28 +0000 https://columbiasc.gov/?p=774821 The post City of Columbia Forestry and Beautification to Open Nominations for the 2024 Treasured Tree Program appeared first on City of Columbia, Columbia SC.

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Who: City of Columbia Forestry and Beautification Department

What: The Treasured Trees Program seeks to document and recognize trees that have significant value to the Midlands Area and to promote the awareness, benefits, and value of trees to the community. Trees can be located on public or private property in the Greater Columbia Metropolitan Area and can be nominated by anyone. However, the property owner of the tree’s location will need to be involved in the process.

To submit a nomination, please call the Forestry and Beautification department to receive a nomination form at (803)545-3860.

When: September 1 – November 1, 2024

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]]> City of Columbia Debuts Series of Community Mini Libraries https://columbiasc.gov/city-of-columbia-debuts-series-of-community-mini-libraries-5/ Thu, 10 Oct 2024 18:56:10 +0000 https://columbiasc.gov/?p=775132 The post City of Columbia Debuts Series of Community Mini Libraries appeared first on City of Columbia, Columbia SC.

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The City of Columbia’s “Columbia Streams Art” public art program unveiled the first of its new series of community mini libraries at St. John’s Baptist Church and Preparatory School.  Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, District One City Councilwoman Tina Herbert, St. John Baptist Church Pastor Dr. Jamey O. Graham and neighborhood leaders detailed how the mini libraries are intended to further literary outcomes throughout Columbia communities. Following the debut, more than 20 mini libraries will be placed throughout the City. For example, The Lourie Senior Center will place one mini library on their site stocked with senior resource and information materials.

“As we were thinking of ways to make impacts in our neighborhoods not only through art, we wanted to make sure we left something that would help develop creative thoughts in our young people’s minds,” Mayor Rickenmann said. “Strategically placing these mini libraries in our communities, where kids not only have access to books in the library, but right around the corner from their house, or their daycare center or preschool.”

The mini libraries are newspaper vending machine reproductions that have been vibrantly painted by children attending Columbia Parks & Recreation after-school programs, as well as seniors attending art classes at the Lourie Center. The mini libraries will be stocked with books generously provided by the Columbia community through a book drive held at City Hall.

The first mini libraries will be placed at:

  • Nay’s Early Learning Academy  | 4901 Monticello Road – 29203
  • Got Milk Cereal Bar | 3730 B North Main Street – 29203
  • Saint John Preparatory School | 3404 West Beltline Boulevard – 29203
  • Lourie Senior Center | 1650 Park Circle – 29201

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The City of Columbia’s “Columbia Streams Art” public art program unveiled the first of its new series of community mini libraries at St. John’s Baptist Church and Preparatory School.  Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, District One City Councilwoman Tina Herbert, St. John Baptist Church Pastor Dr. Jamey O. Graham and neighborhood leaders detailed how the mini libraries are intended to further literary outcomes throughout Columbia communities. Following the debut, more than 20 mini libraries will be placed throughout the City. For example, The Lourie Senior Center will place one mini library on their site stocked with senior resource and information materials.

“As we were thinking of ways to make impacts in our neighborhoods not only through art, we wanted to make sure we left something that would help develop creative thoughts in our young people’s minds,” Mayor Rickenmann said. “Strategically placing these mini libraries in our communities, where kids not only have access to books in the library, but right around the corner from their house, or their daycare center or preschool.”

The mini libraries are newspaper vending machine reproductions that have been vibrantly painted by children attending Columbia Parks & Recreation after-school programs, as well as seniors attending art classes at the Lourie Center. The mini libraries will be stocked with books generously provided by the Columbia community through a book drive held at City Hall.

The first mini libraries will be placed at:

  • Nay’s Early Learning Academy  | 4901 Monticello Road – 29203
  • Got Milk Cereal Bar | 3730 B North Main Street – 29203
  • Saint John Preparatory School | 3404 West Beltline Boulevard – 29203

Lourie Senior Center | 1650 Park Circle – 29201

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The City of Columbia’s “Columbia Streams Art” public art program will debut the first of its new series of community mini libraries at St. John’s Baptist Church and Preparatory School on Thursday, October 10 at 1:00 pm.  Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, District One City Councilwoman Tina Herbert, and District 2 City Councilman Edward H. McDowell, Jr. will unveil the first of the on-site mini libraries, and detail how they are intended to further literary outcomes throughout Columbia communities. Following the debut, more than 20 mini libraries will be placed throughout the City. For example, The Lourie Senior Center will place one mini library on their site stocked with senior resource and information materials.

The mini libraries are newspaper vending machine reproductions that have been vibrantly painted by children attending Columbia Parks & Recreation after-school programs, as well as seniors attending art classes at the Lourie Center. The mini libraries will be stocked with books generously provided by the Columbia community through a book drive held at City Hall.

The first mini libraries will be placed at:

  • Nay’s Early Learning Academy  | 4901 Monticello Road – 29203
  • Got Milk Cereal Bar | 3730 B North Main Street – 29203
  • Saint John Preparatory School | 3404 West Beltline Boulevard – 29203
  • Lourie Senior Center | 1650 Park Circle – 29201

WHO: Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, Councilman Edward H. McDowell, Jr, Councilwoman Tina N. Herbert, St. John Baptist and community representatives

WHAT: The “Columbia Streams Art” public art program debuts community mini libraries

WHEN: Today, October 10, 2024 @ 1:00 p.m.

WHERE: Saint John Preparatory School, 3404 West Beltline Boulevard, 29203

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]]> City of Columbia Announcing a Proposed Increase in Parking Rates https://columbiasc.gov/city-of-columbia-announcing-a-proposed-increase-in-parking-rates/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:40:16 +0000 https://columbiasc.gov/?p=775116 The post City of Columbia Announcing a Proposed Increase in Parking Rates appeared first on City of Columbia, Columbia SC.

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The City of Columbia is announcing a proposed increase in parking rates in order to reinvest revenue into the parking system and enhance the customer experience.

The City will focus on infrastructure, maintenance, and repairs that are crucial to the overall quality and utilization of the parking decks throughout the system. Investments will also be made in operations, systems, innovation and aesthetics.

A number of projects will take place immediately, with others projected over the next few years.

A 2nd reading regarding the proposed increase will take place on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 4:00p.m.

A public hearing and 1st reading regarding the proposed increase took place on October 15, 2024, during the City Council meeting at City Hall at 4:00pm. You can watch here: https://youtu.be/55hNQ4XNN3E

An open house was also held on October 15, 2024 from 2:00pm-4:00pm in the lobby of City Hall.

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]]> City of Columbia Police Foundation to Host Inaugural Golf Tournament https://columbiasc.gov/city-of-columbia-police-foundation-to-host-inaugural-golf-tournament-2/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 13:19:55 +0000 https://columbiasc.gov/?p=775107 The post City of Columbia Police Foundation to Host Inaugural Golf Tournament appeared first on City of Columbia, Columbia SC.

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Who: Columbia Police Foundation

What: The Columbia Police Department Foundation will be hosting its first Golf Tournament Fundraiser, all proceeds from teams and sponsorships will go towards funding the mission of the Columbia Police Foundation, which is to strengthen the police department services, by providing needed equipment and resources that are not budgeted through the department, and bridge the gap between the citizens and the men and woman who serve and protect our communities.

To learn more about the CPD Foundation, visit them at https://columbiapdfoundation.org/

People who are interested in participating are asked to please send the filled out registration form to CPDFGolfTournament@columbiasc.gov

When: Monday, October 28, 2024 at 10:00 AM

Where: Fort Jackson Golf Club, 3652 Inchon Road, Columbia SC

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The City of Columbia’s “Columbia Streams Art” public art program will debut the first of its new series of community mini libraries at St. John’s Baptist Church and Preparatory School on Thursday, October 10 at 1:00 pm.  Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, District One City Councilwoman Tina Herbert, and District 2 City Councilman Edward H. McDowell, Jr. will unveil the first of the on-site mini libraries, and detail how they are intended to further literary outcomes throughout Columbia communities. Following the debut, more than 20 mini libraries will be placed throughout the City. For example, The Lourie Senior Center will place one mini library on their site stocked with senior resource and information materials.

The mini libraries are newspaper vending machine reproductions that have been vibrantly painted by children attending Columbia Parks & Recreation after-school programs, as well as seniors attending art classes at the Lourie Center. The mini libraries will be stocked with books generously provided by the Columbia community through a book drive held at City Hall.

The first mini libraries will be placed at:

  • Nay’s Early Learning Academy  | 4901 Monticello Road – 29203
  • Got Milk Cereal Bar | 3730 B North Main Street – 29203
  • Saint John Preparatory School | 3404 West Beltline Boulevard – 29203
  • Lourie Senior Center | 1650 Park Circle – 29201

WHO: Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, Councilman Edward H. McDowell, Jr, Councilwoman Tina N. Herbert, St. John Baptist and community representatives

WHAT: The “Columbia Streams Art” public art program debuts community mini libraries

WHEN: Tomorrow, October 10, 2024 @ 1:00 p.m.

WHERE: Saint John Preparatory School, 3404 West Beltline Boulevard, 29203

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]]> City of Columbia to Host Special Event Management Seminar https://columbiasc.gov/city-of-columbia-to-host-special-event-management-seminar-5/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 12:49:06 +0000 https://columbiasc.gov/?p=775101 The post City of Columbia to Host Special Event Management Seminar appeared first on City of Columbia, Columbia SC.

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Who: Harold Reaves, City of Columbia Special Events Coordinator and Laura Truell, Instructor of Sports Entertainment Management for the University of South Carolina

What: A series of workshops designed to assist and prepare event managers with planning, producing, and administering their events. Topical areas for this series will include: Event Management 101, Staffing, Risk Management/Liability, Insurance, Sponsorship/Funding.

This initial workshop will address the fundamentals needed for a strong start when planning your event. Establishing a planning process, staffing organization and timelines needed to stay on track will be discussed. We will also cover the necessity of training to increase efficiency and decrease liability. Bring all questions and concerns for this informative session.

Register here: https://forms.columbiasc.gov/242384401613853

*Spaces are limited to 25 spots

When: Today, October 9, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 pm

Where: Busby Street Community Center, 1735 Busby Street, Columbia, SC 29203

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Citizen Input Matters: See the Results & Shape Our Future!

Through recent surveys, more than 1,000 Columbia residents and citizens have shared their thoughts about the future of our community and their wishes for Columbia’s parks and public spaces. The Parks & Recreation Department will now hold a series of community-centered meetings to reveal the survey results, and discuss how they will guide implementation of the new 10-Year Master Plan. Attending citizens will:

  • Find out what matters most to them and their neighbors
  • Learn how their voices are being heard
  • Contribute to the final vision for our community

Survey Results Meetings

Wednesday, November 6 – Survey Results Meeting 3
Edisto Park Neighborhood Center, Council District 3
1914 Wiley Street
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

 

Thursday, November 7  – Survey Results Meeting 4
Charles R. Drew Wellness Center, Council District 2
2101 Walker Solomon Way
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Point of Contact: Kenya V. Bryant, Parks and Recreation Interim Director. 803-545-3085 or Kenya.Bryant@columbiasc.gov

Scan below to RSVP or click here: https://forms.columbiasc.gov/240924593644059

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