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City of Columbia, TN Council Meeting
Published: Jun 12, 2026
City Council Approves Resolution for Tax Corrections
The City Council approved Resolution Number 2637, related to tax corrections. The resolution was moved, seconded, and approved by all present council members without discussion. [cite: 706-709, 710-713]
Honey Farms PUD Master Plan Approved, Featuring New Taco Bell
The City Council approved Ordinance Number 4590 on second consideration, which pertains to the preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) master plan for Lot 1B of Honey Farms PUD, located off Nashville Highway and Leaf Cedar B Road. Vice Mayor McRuit commented that this development includes a new Taco Bell and is an example of how improved city ordinances are elevating the aesthetic quality of the 'Neapolis' area. The ordinance was approved by all present council members. [cite: 917-925, 926-927, 927-956, 957-962]
City Approves Classification and Compensation Plan with Pay Increase for Employees
The City Council approved Ordinance Number 4588 on second consideration, regarding the classification and compensation plan for city employees for the fiscal year 2026-2027. Councilmember Huffman highlighted that the plan includes a pay increase, reflecting a continued effort to take care of employees, recruit top talent, and retain public servants. The ordinance was approved by all present council members. [cite: 871-879, 880-897, 899-904]
Columbia Sets 2026 Tax Rate at 82.51 Per $100, Avoiding Increase Due to Higher Assessments
The City Council conducted a public hearing on Ordinance Number 4586, which sets the tax rate for the city of Columbia for the year 2026. The proposed rate is 82.51 per $100 of taxable property. During the discussion, it was clarified that this rate has been adjusted downward from initial estimates due to increased property assessments, effectively preventing a tax increase for residents. The ordinance was subsequently approved on its second consideration. [cite: 32-37, 39-40, 44-54, 755-759, 761-762, 774-779]
City Approves 2026 Tax Rate, Avoiding Increase Due to Higher Valuations
The City Council approved Ordinance Number 4586 on second consideration, which establishes the city's tax rate for 2026 at 82.51 per $100. It was noted that due to increased property assessments, this rate prevents a tax increase. The city's assessed valuation has increased, contributing to this adjustment. [cite: 754-759, 761-762, 764-773, 774-779]
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