Columbia City Development News

Parks, Environmental Initiatives, and Community Events Highlighted

Discussions were held regarding various park and environmental initiatives. The fencing process for a park has been challenging, with surveys and signatures to be used. Camp theater is being checked by treaty engineers. Drawings for BMPs are 90% done, with completion expected around August. Improvements include a drink shop at the bottom post station and work by the water and light departments. A significant project involves remodeling the north end of Okey Alley, removing a trellis, and providing shade with trees. There are also issues with business in the area. A CRD committee meeting is scheduled for July 14th to discuss a test kitchen concept, which is seen as a positive for the community. Developers Perry Wicky and Brian Washington are having their properties prepared for sale, with assistance for utility extensions and roads. NIPSCO is experiencing delays with their gas line, affecting the West King project. Efforts are ongoing to eradicate hemlock. A new stuff grader has been acquired. Work on fire ratings and dial spots is occurring. The KD gap round is being completed. The city gained approximately 745 record keys/buttons. Four staff members are at the final inspection of a new engine. Repairs are ongoing for item 107. Radio repairs and programming for 800 radios are underway and expected to be in service within two to four weeks. Perry is working with the electric department on new access points for public Wi-Fi for the police department. Upcoming events include fireworks and symphony on Thursday night, July 3rd, and park events on Friday night. The time capsule will be opened on July 4th at 1:00 PM, with its contents going to the programs asylum for exhibition and local archives. A MUST meeting is scheduled for the county. A tax report from Dave Shoey has been provided. An 3CAP setup is being worked on. The city will be closed on Friday, July 3rd. The Apple State and Community initiative is providing public dance classes, educational opportunities, field classes, and music products. A yardic report contest with good applications is noted. In collaboration with the historical project, a fairy was set up, originally as a cleaner family area, but modified. Approximately half a dozen idols showed up to participate, with collaboration and sharing among them. An Arts Commission studio art show is planned for September 12th, seeking sponsors, and will be held at Art Favorite Park. A golden hole community art exhibit museum is planned, featuring historical artists and local friends, with workshops and display space for artwork. White housing will be built for family references and display. The ice team is part of the American Project Project, funded national canvases. Applications for artists are being reviewed for an exhibition.