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The City of Columbia received a total of $25.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to address the public health and economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The first half of this funding is designated for initiatives related to homelessness, community violence, behavioral crisis care mental health services, and workforce development. The City Council has requested the second half be allocated to priority areas identified by the community.
During June 2022, City employees surveyed every section of our community. Following the survey, we conducted focus groups. We wanted to hear from everyone who lives, works, or receives services in Columbia. Thanks to everyone who participated in this process.
- View the full report of the community engagement survey and focus groups.
- To learn more about the RFQ process visit BeHeard.CoMo.gov.
- If you are interested in applying for funding, please complete this Google document (external link) to receive a link to the application page along with a username and password.
- Please only request one username and password per agency.
Juneteenth History and Celebration
Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people were freed. The troops’ arrival came a full two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth honors the end of slavery in the United States and is considered the longest-running African American holiday.
The day was recognized as a federal holiday in 2021 when President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law. Columbia City Council voted to approve the holiday in September 2021 and first observed the holiday in 2022.
Grant Opportunities for 2024 Juneteenth Events
Columbia has a long history of local celebrations organized by residents, including events centered on education, neighborhood BBQs and block parties, entrepreneur resource fairs, and a celebratory parade.
This year, for the first time, there is grant funding available to support these events. The City of Columbia has applied for and received grant funding from the Missouri Division of Tourism, which distributed funds to support Juneteenth celebrations across the state.
The application for funds is now available. This document contains general guidelines and instructions for the application. Paper applications are available at the Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau (300 S. Providence Road) and the Gentry Building (1 South 7th St).
Applications may be emailed to [email protected] or hand-delivered or mailed to the Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau, 300 South Providence Road, Columbia, MO 65203. Applications are due by March 8. Applications will be reviewed by the Juneteeth Grant Evaluation Committee. Funding awards will be announced on or before March 29.
Workshop for Grant Applicants
There will be a workshop for applicants on Monday, Feb. 26 at 5:30 p.m. at the Walton Building, 300 South Providence Rd. This workshop will provide an opportunity to ask questions regarding the application process and receive assistance in completing the process.
Juneteenth Events in our Community
If you are planning to host an event, but are not requesting grant funding, we still would like to help spread the word! Please email the following information to [email protected]:
- Event name
- Event date/time
- Event location
- Organization/host name
- Brief description of the event
- Contact information
Sign Up for Updates on MODOT’s Improve I-70 Project
Set to begin construction in the summer of 2024, the Columbia-to-Kingdom City segment of MoDOT’s Improve I-70 Project marks a significant step in enhancing Interstate 70.
Led by the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) statewide, this initiative aims to cultivate transportation infrastructure that prioritizes not only safety and efficiency but also fiscal responsibility and environmental sustainability. As outlined by MoDOT, The Improve I-70 Project concentrates on the following objectives:
- Providing a third lane of travel for both eastbound and westbound I-70 for approximately 200 miles between Blue Springs and Wentzville
- Improving the interstate while modernizing the existing pavement and bridges
- Increasing the efficiency of freight movements along I-70
- Minimizing construction impacts with a focus on work zone safety, communication and construction staging
- The expansion of a diverse workforce through the creation of jobs
The State of Missouri has allocated significant resources to this extensive project expected to span four to five years. For ongoing updates and comprehensive details regarding the Improve I-70 Project, visit the Missouri Department of Transportation website.
Events
- 5/31/2024
5:00 pmRFP 99/2024 Defensive Tactic Mats - 6/1/2024
12:00 amJuneteenth History Display - 6/1/2024
4:00 pmJuneteenth Kickoff Music Celebration - 6/3/2024
5:00 pmCity Council - Pre-Council - 6/3/2024
7:00 pmCity Council - Regular - 6/4/2024
5:00 pmCommission on Human Rights Meeting - 6/4/2024
5:30 pmDisc Golf Course dedication
Select an event to view details.
RFP 99/2024 Defensive Tactic Mats
All sealed bids are due in the purchasing office by 5pm.
When: 5/31/2024 at 5:00 pm
Juneteenth History Display
Drop by the Armory any weekday during the month of June and experience a small display about the history of Juneteenth. This exhibit is free and open to the public. Groups are welcome.
When: 6/1/2024 at 12:00 am
Juneteenth Kickoff Music Celebration
This event is funded in part by a City of Columbia Juneteenth Grant in partnership with Columbia NAACP.
When: 6/1/2024 at 4:00 pm
City Council - Pre-Council
Pre-Council
Download the agenda for this meeting: Meeting Agenda
City Council Regular Meetings are broadcast live. View Live Broadcasts
When: 6/3/2024 at 5:00 pm
City Council - Regular
Regular Meeting
Download the agenda for this meeting: Meeting Agenda
City Council Regular Meetings are broadcast live. View Live Broadcasts
When: 6/3/2024 at 7:00 pm
Commission on Human Rights Meeting
Commission on Human Rights Meeting
Outreach Subcommittee
When: 6/4/2024 at 5:00 pm
Disc Golf Course dedication
Join Columbia Parks and Recreation to celebrate the opening of the new 9-hole disc golf course at Fairview Park. Event will feature a youth tournament (on-site registration), free discs (while supplies last), ceremonial first throw, hot dogs, chips and drinks.
Parking is available at Fairview Elementary and Bonnie View Nature Sanctuary.
When: 6/4/2024 at 5:30 pm
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