January 05, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting. Minutes

City Council of Columbia, Illinois · January 5, 2026

The Columbia City Council met Jan. 5, 2026, approving an update to the municipal code on non-conforming land uses and preliminarily approving the Walnut Ridge Phase II plat while rejecting a special-use permit for a ground-mounted solar system at 9 Seminole Drive. Council also discussed a proposed Class J mobile-bartender liquor license and authorized a closed session on personnel, real estate, collective bargaining and litigation.

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