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Education Commission Approves Proposal In Unanimous Vote
The commission also wants to create a district "innovation fund" with $50 million in public and private funding.
A city education commission is scheduled to vote today on proposals they say will improve Columbus City Schools. The proposals include a controversial change to the district’s auditor position.
Amendment Could Clear Way For Takeover Of Columbus Schools
Mayor MIchael Coleman has repeatedly said he's not positioning for a mayoral takeover of Columbus City Schools.
As the legislature continues to hammer out the next two-year state budget, an amendment to the House version could open the door for at least a partial mayoral takeover of Columbus City Schools.
Board Vote Likely to Keep Commission Recommendations Off Shelf
Columbus Education Commission director Eric Fingerhut says Mayor Coleman's involvment in superintendent search helps chances of commission's recommendations being enacted
For months, Mayor Coleman and the Columbus school board have been at loggerheads about whether to hire a new superintendent while the mayor’s education commission finishes its work. The school board was scheduled to begin interviewing candidates this week. Instead, the board voted to suspend its search.
Board Reverses Course, Follows Mayor’s Recommendations
The board had been heavily criticized by Mayor Michael Coleman, who wanted the board to hire a temporary replacement for the retiring Gene Harris and make a final decision after getting input from a new city education commission.
In a sharp about-face, the Columbus School Board last night voted to put off hiring a permanent superintendent. The board has also named Mayor Michael Coleman as co-chair of the search committee.
Pending Spending Cuts Will Take Local Toll
Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman has identified $2.3-million in possible city service cuts if automatic federal spending cuts take full effect.
Some local officials say pending federal spending cuts will quickly effect state and city budgets. Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman identifies $2.3 million dollars in neighborhood and human services that could be lost.
Mayor Coleman Proposes “Significant Changes” To City Schools
Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman makes education the focus of his 14th State of the City address.
As anticipated, Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman made education the highpoint of his 14th state of the city address at South High School. WOSU reports the mayor calls for “significant” change.
Mayor Michael Coleman Expected To Talk Schools In State Of City
Mayor Michael Coleman tonight is expected to talk about education in his State of the City address at South High School.
Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman tonight is expected to use part of his annual State of the City address to talk education. A commission he appointed in December, which has the backing of major companies , is expected to make a series of recommendations for Columbus City Schools.
Columbus Mayor Announces Education Commission
Mayor Michael Coleman has called on 25 community and business leaders to form an education commission to address issues within Columbus City Schools.
As the Columbus City Schools look for a new superintendent, Mayor Coleman continues to help improve the district. The mayor has called on 25 community and business leaders to form an education commission. WOSU reports one question remains unclear- just exactly what the committee will do.
Wrecking Crews Start Demolition Of Abandoned Poindexter Tower
Old renovation sign lies in plaza next to abandoned Poindexter Tower. Former public housing building is being razed after being abandoned in 2006
Demolition crews Wednesday began razing Poindexter Tower on the city’s east side. It was built in 1960 to house low-income elderly, but in more recent decades became a symbol of urban blight.
Columbus Casino Welcomes Thousands On Opening Day
Baccarat dealer Keith Wyatt awaits his first customer at the Hollywood Casino Columbus.
Thousands turned out on the Columbus Day Holiday to the new Hollywood Casino on West Broad street. The opening marks the transformation of an abandoned auto parts factory into a gleaming entertainment attraction.
