The Columbia City Council could change DEI language in the strategic plan tonight. Mayor Barbara Buffaloe says the move is being considered in order to comply with the Trump administration’s effort to remove DEI programs.

The Columbia City Council could change DEI language in the strategic plan tonight. Mayor Barbara Buffaloe says the move is being considered in order to comply with the Trump administration&rsquo;s effort to remove DEI programs.

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Mayor Barbara Buffaloe - DEI Language in City Strategic Plan

City Manager De’Carlon Seewood says the 2nd Community Summit was another success. Last year’s event helped lead to flights to Charlotte at COU becoming a reality. Replacing Fire Station #5, and the city’s new communications department are also discussed.

City Manager De&rsquo;Carlon Seewood says the 2nd Community Summit was another success. Last year&rsquo;s event helped lead to flights to Charlotte at COU becoming a reality. Replacing Fire Station #5, and the city&rsquo;s new communications department are also discussed.

City Manager De'Carlon Seewood - Flying To Charlotte - Community Summit

Boone County Sheriff Dwayne Carey discusses the increased use of AI in scams targeting residents. His recorded voice has been manipulated in one such case. Speaking of technology, the Sheriff hopes to expand the department’s number and use of drones.

Boone County Sheriff Dwayne Carey discusses the increased use of AI in scams targeting residents. His recorded voice has been manipulated in one such case. Speaking of technology, the Sheriff hopes to expand the department&rsquo;s number and use of drones.

Sheriff Dwayne Carey - AI Scams - Potential Drone Expansion

This evening the City Council considers a contract with American Airlines to authorize flights to Charlotte. Mayor Buffaloe previews tonight’s agenda, which also includes consideration of several improvements to Columbia Regional Airport. Amendments to define zoning restrictions on data centers will also be introduced.

This evening the City Council considers a contract with American Airlines to authorize flights to Charlotte. Mayor Buffaloe previews tonight&rsquo;s agenda, which also includes consideration of several improvements to Columbia Regional Airport. Amendments to define zoning restrictions on data centers will also be introduced.

Mayor Barbara Buffaloe - DEI Language in City Strategic Plan

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