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Ginther pitches record $1.3B operating budget as Hardin questions city's financial plan
By Carmen Reyes
Mayor proposes Columbus' largest operating budget
Carmen Reyes
Carmen Reyes
Bureau Chief · Columbus, OH
Carmen Reyes has over 15 years of experience covering local and state government for outlets like the Columbus Dispatch and NPR's Ohio affiliate. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Ohio State University and has been recognized with several awards for her investigative reporting on public policy issues affecting the community.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Columbus’ mayor announced his largest-ever proposed operating budget, totaling $1.3 billion, with the largest investments going toward public safety and housing. The announcement comes amid rising tensions with Mayor Andrew Ginther and Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin as the two prepare to face off in next year’s mayoral race. The [...]
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