Frequently Asked Questions

The City Council includes seven members: the Mayor, Vice Mayor, and five Ward Council Members. The Mayor and Vice Mayor are elected city-wide; each Ward Council Member is elected by voters in their ward.

Each elected City Council Member serves a four-year term.

City Council holds a study session on the first Thursday and a voting session on the second Thursday of each month, both at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall (700 N. Garden Street). Agendas and minutes are posted online prior to meetings. In the event of official holidays or inclement weather, meetings may be rescheduled.

Council meetings are livestreamed on the City’s official YouTube channel, and past meetings are archived for public viewing.

Access past City Council Meetings via this link.

Please find the contact information for the Mayor, Vice Mayor and Council Members here. For general inquiries, you may call City Hall (931-560-1500)

The City website includes resources (such as an interactive map) to help you determine your ward; you can also contact City Hall for assistance.

Property taxes are paid through the City Recorder’s Office, which accepts payments and handles tax collection.

The City Recorder’s Office issues various permits (such as alarm, beer, fireworks, vending, and yard sale) and manages business licensing.

The City provides access to public records in compliance with Tennessee Public Records laws. Requests should be submitted through the City Recorder’s Office.

The City Manager prepares a proposed budget in coordination with all City departments, which is reviewed, amended, and adopted by the City Council before the fiscal year begins. Financial reports and budgets are available to view here.

City Hall is located at:

700 N Garden Street
Columbia, TN 38401
Main Phone: 931-560-1500

Regular Business Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Holiday closures are listed on the City's Main Calendar of Events.

A full City of Columbia Department Directory is available here.