COLUMBIA, Pa. — Although major construction may still be years away, Columbia officials say planning efforts related to the future Route 30 bridge project must begin now. The topic was discussed during Tuesday’s workshop meeting, with officials noting that previous planning initiatives may need to be revisited as the project timeline approaches. The Route 30…
COLUMBIA, Pa. — Safety concerns involving electric bicycles and scooters may soon lead to new regulations in Columbia Borough. During Tuesday’s workshop meeting, residents voiced concerns about riders operating on sidewalks, through parks, near schools, and in areas where pedestrian traffic is heavy. The growing popularity of electric transportation devices has created new challenges for…
COLUMBIA, Pa. — The future of homeless services became one of the most significant topics discussed during Tuesday’s Columbia Borough workshop meeting, highlighting ongoing concerns about housing insecurity and the availability of support resources within the community. Officials discussed challenges facing local assistance programs and the uncertainty surrounding future shelter availability. The conversation comes as…
COLUMBIA, Pa. — As technology companies continue building large-scale data centers across Pennsylvania and the nation, Columbia Borough officials are still working to finalize regulations that would govern where those facilities could locate within the community. The issue resurfaced during Tuesday’s workshop meeting, where residents and officials discussed the borough’s ongoing efforts to establish zoning…
