Ken Rice for Ward 2

I feel sorry for those who make minimum wage who have to now pay $8-$9 daily to have the privilege to work downtown. Another regressive increase in fees that hurt the most vulnerable among us. Please look for more comprehensive solutions in the future.

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Columbia’s downtown parking system continues to evolve to make parking simpler and more consistent. 🅿️

Starting Jan. 5, 2026, on-street meter rates downtown will change to $1 per hour, the first adjustment since 2013.

This update helps fund ongoing improvements like easier payment through the ParkMobile app, extended time limits, and better signage.

Learn more about what’s changing and why: https://ow.ly/7EWU50Xh5m5

Please support this good man to continue to legislate for our common good...

Martin announces reelection bid for Missouri House - NewsBreak COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) State Rep. John Martin (R-Centralia) announced that he plans on running for reelection. Martin announced his bid in a Monday afternoon

We must support not only to get the budgeted 23 vacancies filled, but the 42 indicated by Chief Schaeffer. Please make our voices known in support of these local heroes!

The Columbia Fire Department is pushing to fill at least 13 vacancies. This will help them meet the national standard of firefighters per truck and better respond to 911 calls. https://tinyurl.com/e684t4m2?utm_source=SocialNewsDesk&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=SND_scheduled_post