Columbus Dept. of Public Service

Our Mission: to deliver unparalleled public services in Columbus to enhance mobility, safety, and quality of life.

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**Traffic Alert**
Spring St Closed – Marconi Blvd to Neil Ave 
Emergency Railroad Bridge Repairs

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**Traffic Alert**
N. 4th St bike lane closed

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On the next Director Diary...🤫We took a ride with a Code Inspector! Code inspectors ensure the public right-of-way is clear and safe. See anything damaged or not restored after work is finished? Submit a 311 at https://t.co/BNFkgjF1l9, call 614-645-3111 or email [email protected]

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Working to design streets with safety as the #1 priority!

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Vision Zero partners visited a stretch of Harmon Ave that has seen a high number of serious injury and fatal crashes, and crashes involving people walking, biking or riding a motorcycle. The team evaluated the street and discussed short, mid and long-term ways to improve safety.

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Happy Pride Month, Columbus!🏳️‍🌈 We are proud of our city's diverse and inclusive community and are happy to celebrate what makes each of our neighbors unique.

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Traffic deaths are preventable. Vision Zero Columbus is working to make our streets safer for everyone, whether you’re walking, biking, rolling, riding transit or driving. Check this out to learn more about the efforts underway across our city.

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Our Vision Zero Coordinator appeared on WOSU All Sides to discuss what Vision Zero is doing to prevent serious traffic crashes on Columbus streets. Give it a listen to learn more!👇 https://t.co/lQKHsYvjpe

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Let this be a sign that you should always pay special attention when parking.

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Public Service is proud to support the Clean and Safe Corridors work happening across Columbus. Today, @MayorGinther and community partners gathered to celebrate improvements on Refugee Road, a result of collaboration, investment and a shared commitment to our neighbors.

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**Traffic Alert**
Livingston Ave Closed – S. High St to City Park Ave
Emergency Sewer Repairs

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Our next #RiseUpCBUS is this Thursday. Join us on May 28 from 4:30 - 7:30 pm at Highland Presbyterian Church, located at 6906 Smoky Row Rd. Come to this FREE event for resources, food, music and COMMUNITY!! We can’t wait to see you there!

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Memorial Day is an opportunity to commemorate the brave souls who gave their lives for our freedom and show support for the families who carry this sacrifice every day. From our family to yours, have a blessed Memorial Day filled with gratitude.

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Outerbelt St at E Broad St Intersection Closure - Starts May 26, Expected to Last Until Approximately June 10 

Drivers should follow the posted detour signage and use Broughton Ave east of Outerbelt St to McCormick Blvd/Rosehill Rd back to Broad St, or vice versa.

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It's National Public Works Week! Every member of our Public Service team works hard to keep Columbus moving forward every day. Whether they are doing highly visible work or making behind-the-scenes contributions, their efforts are the foundation of a thriving Columbus.

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Starting May 26, Mock Rd west of Sunbury Rd will be open to eastbound-only traffic for approximately 3 months, weather dependent, while construction progresses on a city Recreation and Parks project installing a Mock Rd shared-use path to connect to the Alum Creek Trail.

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***SERVICE CHANGE NOTIFICATION***

City of Columbus trash collection service will not be provided on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Weekly recycling and yard waste service that falls on or after the holiday will be delayed by one day the week of the holiday.

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The city took an important step toward making the Mothers of Murdered Columbus Children Memorial a reality, creating a lasting space for remembrance, healing, and honoring lives lost. ❤️

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Closures for E. 5th Ave Resurfacing, High St – 5th St
Starting Sunday, May 17 – 7 p.m. to 5 a.m.

For more information on the project and impacts to traffic, visit https://t.co/Qe4hVO11IF

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Take a ride with Kristian, from our mobility team, as he heads to work. 33% of all car trips in Columbus are less than two miles. Can you swap out some of your trips with a bike?

Happy #BikeToWorkDay 🚲 Let's ride, Columbus!

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Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning for Bike to Work Day!  Whether you're the occasional biker or an everyday commuter, taking to the streets behind handlebars is a great, low-cost, sustainable and healthy way to start your day. 🚲 #BikeToWorkDay

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Reminder! Don't risk getting ticketed or towed! Mark your calendar for 2026 street sweeping and OSU game days. Sign up now to receive phone and email alerts by clicking the link in our bio or visiting our Street Sweeping page at https://t.co/qNLplb86t2