Special City Council meeting called; discussion of police chief on agenda
A Special City Council meeting in Columbus has been called, according to the Columbus Consolidated Government website.
The special meeting will take place on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. at the C. E. “Red” McDaniel City Services Center- Second Floor, 3111 Citizens Way, Columbus, GA 31906.
The meeting’s agenda is full of people in support of Chief Freddie Blackmon, and others who are not, as well as crime in Columbus.
This meeting is taking place nearly a week or so, since Jensen Hughes showcased their study to city council, and council gave Chief Blackmon 30 days to come up with a strategic plan for the department.
To view the Feb. 28 public agenda, click here.
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