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Columbia’s downtown is getting a million-dollar public safety boost—thanks to state funding approved by the legislature, with Senator Stephen Webber playing a key role. But here’s the twist: Governor Mike Kehoe is holding the money, leaving Mayor Barbara Buffaloe skeptical about timing and reliability. She’s pushing for Proposition 1, a local sales tax increase, to ensure steady funding. If the state money finally arrives, plans include better barricades and event safety upgrades. While Webber says the governor can’t outright veto it, the delay underscores the tension between state promises and local needs—making reliable funding, whether state or local, more critical than ever.

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