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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 opens in a new windowfull report of the community engagement survey and focus groups.
- To learn more about the RFQ process visit opens in a new windowBeHeard.CoMo.gov.
- If you are interested in applying for funding, please complete this opens in a new windowGoogle 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 opens PDF file 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 opens PDF file may be emailed to [email protected]create new email 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]create new email:
- Event name
- Event date/time
- Event location
- Organization/host name
- Brief description of the event
- Contact information
Events
- 4/16/2024
2:00 pmRFQ 87/2024 Basketball Goals/Posts - 4/16/2024
5:00 pmInterested parties meeting: Lake of the Woods Pool improvements - 4/16/2024
5:30 pmPublic Transit Advisory Commission Meeting - 4/16/2024
6:30 pmCommunity Land Trust Organization Board Meeting - 4/16/2024
7:00 pmCity Council - Regular - 4/17/2024
8:00 amWater & Light Advisory Board Meeting - 4/17/2024
8:00 amWater and Light Advisory Board Meeting
RFQ 87/2024 Basketball Goals/Posts
All sealed bids are due in the purchasing office by 2pm.
When: 4/16/2024 at 2:00 pm
Interested parties meeting: Lake of the Woods Pool improvements
Columbia Parks and Recreation is seeking public input on improvements at Lake of the Woods Pool, 6700 St. Charles Road.
Improvements would include: new double water slide, expansion of pool with new zero depth entry, concession stand and pump house renovations, expanded pool deck with shade canopies, additional seating and new fence.
A public hearing for this project will be held Tuesday, April 16, 5-7 p.m. at the Lake of the Woods Golf Course outdoor pavilion, 6700 St. Charles Rd. Parks and Recreation staff will be available with plans and will answer questions.
The project is funded by the voter-approved 2021 Park Sales Tax.
When: 4/16/2024 at 5:00 pm
Public Transit Advisory Commission Meeting
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When: 4/16/2024 at 5:30 pm
Community Land Trust Organization Board Meeting
Community Land Trust Organization Board Meeting
Regular Meeting
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When: 4/16/2024 at 6:30 pm
City Council - Regular
Regular Meeting
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When: 4/16/2024 at 7:00 pm
Water & Light Advisory Board Meeting
When: 4/17/2024 at 8:00 am
Water and Light Advisory Board Meeting
Water and Light Advisory Board Meeting
Regular Meeting
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When: 4/17/2024 at 8:00 am
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