Homelessness is a big issue here in Columbus. I’ve attended two meetings in November concerning the topic. The first was Nov. 1 at First Presbyterian Church, which was hosted by the church’s housing committee and focused on Permanent Supportive Housing. The other was conducted on Nov. 16 at the Donner Center and was put on... Continue Reading →
While we didn't achieve our goal of getting elected to Columbus city council, we are thrilled with the support for our campaign. We knew it would be tough for the Democrats to sweep the three at-large seats, and with popular Democratic incumbents Tom Dell and Grace Kestler throwing their hats in the ring for another... Continue Reading →
A few photos from our Democratic Fall Dinner on Oct. 4 at Donner Center. At left: I spoke about my campaign as an at-large city council candidate. Above: hanging out with my buddy, incumbent at-large candidate Tom Dell. Below: Apparently, I said something funny.
There have been a lot of issues come up before city council and various city boards in the past six months. There have been some important decisions made, and many more to come. I'll run down a few of them here and give my takes on them. Brevity is the goal here, so if you... Continue Reading →
Indiana law states that early voting in the 2023 municipal elections could start on Wednesday, Oct. 11. Check out this link to a pamphlet produced by the Indiana Secretary of State's office to view all Indiana the election dates and deadlines for 2023. Early voting in Columbus didn't start on Oct. 11; it started on... Continue Reading →
Volunteer opportunities are available to help with the election. Poll Greeter: We need volunteers at the polls on November 7th. We would love for your help anytime 6am - 6pm. Sign up HERE to work at the poll! Phone Caller: Help us remind people to vote by phone banking! Use a private number and call... Continue Reading →
Just a reminder from ACLU Indiana:
If you want to meet the people running for office this fall, there are opportunities open to the public to do just that. Ones that I have been invited to, and will be attending are: Oct. 4: Bartholomew County Democratic Party Fall Dinner, 6:30 p.m., at the Donner Center, 739 22nd St., Columbus. If you... Continue Reading →
I was happy to participate with the Bartholomew County Democratic Party's float on a warm, sunny Sept. 24 at Hope Heritage Days in Hope, Indiana. We had fun riding in the wonderfully decorated candy-themed truck, meeting people, and passing out candy to the kids (and some kids at heart). The float came off as sort... Continue Reading →
We've talked a bit about housing needs on this website already. But if you want to find out more about how this year's mayoral candidates view the subject, check out this story in today's Republic. Mary Ferdon and Sean Burton talk affordable housing, attainable housing, quality housing, holding property owners responsible for upkeep, homelessness, and... Continue Reading →
Vote Paul Hoffman for Columbus Township Trustee 