Columbus South Side Area Commission

Public Services Committee

March 2026 Meeting Notes

  • Illegal Dumping Cameras
    • First location: Moler & Progress
    • Potential second location: area of Hinman & 6th, City can also recommend additional locations
    • City will install cameras we purchase and secure with a lock
    • Designated individuals would be able to download footage via Bluetooth
    • Key desired features: good reviews, strong nighttime resolution, motion sensitivity, adequate SD card storage, solar charging, Bluetooth/wifi capability
    • Plan to purchase up to 5 cameras using area commission’s remaining budget (which must be used by end of March)
    • Will be presented at CSSAC meeting for approval
    • Action item: Kathy will research final camera options, check with Vanessa if area commission budget can be used for cloud connection/storage for cameras
  • Capital Budget / Priorities / Transportation
    • Capital budget included $9 million for participatory budgeting pilot, what that will look like is unknown
    • No other projects on the South Side specifically called out in capital budget, projects that are happening likely fall in larger buckets that are in the budget
    • Frebis Ave protected bike lanes expected to be constructed in 2026 between Lockbourne Road and Alum Creek Drive
    • South High Street included in 5-year plan for Bike Plus
  • PR Committee
    • Order additional giveaway items using this year’s CSSAC budget (larger grocery-style bags, magnetic chip clips, possibly pens)
    • Will be presented at CSSAC meeting for approval
    • Action item: Wayne will get quotes for the grocery bags and chip clips