Explanation
This legislation authorizes the amendment of Ordinance No. 3429-2025, passed by Columbus City Council on December 15, 2025 and this amendment is to specify that funding for East Main Street Special Improvement District of Columbus, Inc. be provided up front rather than on a reimbursement basis.
Murals on Main is a public art and beautification initiative dedicated to transforming East Main St. into a vibrant corridor of creativity and community pride. In partnership with the East Main Street SID, the program invites local artists to design and install large scale murals that reflect the diverse culture, history and spirit of the neighborhoods along East Main St.
As part of the LinkUS corridor, Murals on Main celebrates the power of art to energize public spaces, foster local identity, and spark inclusive revitalization. Through visual storytelling, the program brings color to the streetscape, supports local creatives and inspires residents and visitors alike.
The East Main Street Special Improvement District (SID) provides a variety of services to East Main Street residents and businesses, focused on keeping the corridor clean and safe. These funds may support services or goods associated with the beautification of this area and the corridor.
The goal of this project is to contribute to a vibrant environment that fosters community pride and ownership among local residents.
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds have already been appropriated from the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund.
REASON FOR EMERGENCY: Ordinance 3429-2025 was meant to provide up-front funding for East Main Street Special Improvement District of Columbus, Inc. so installation of murals could begin as soon as possible.
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To amend Ordinance 3429-2025, passed by Columbus City Council on December 15, 2025, to specify that funding for East Main Street Special Improvement District of Columbus, Inc. is to be provided up front in support of their Murals on Main Program; and to declare an eme...
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