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Jack Brommer [Columbia Spy file photo] Jack Brommer, who has spent nearly three decades serving Columbia Borough in various roles, has submitted his resignation as borough manager, effective November 13, 2026, according to a letter posted on The Columbia Chronicle . So far, the reason for his resignation has not been made public. Council will likely vote on the issue at its next meeting on September 22, 2026. Resignation letter In September 2025, as part of a planned succession, Brommer took on the role of interim borough manager while continuing to serve as police chief — a dual role he maintained through April 2026. During that transitional period, he earned a $118,000 police chief salary plus a $2,000 monthly stipend for his added manager duties, with guidance from part-time assistant borough manager Ron Youtz helping smooth the handoff. On May 1, 2026, Brommer made the transition official: he retired from the police force after 29 years of service and stepped into the role of full-...

The last two cones (pinnacles) were removed from the Keystone Firehouse during demolition today (9/15/26) — for a total of three. Above: The cones as they appeared on Friday, August 21 — a day after the building was damaged by a tornado. 

E. Impact Investments LLC conveyed 22 S. Second St. to Friends of The Susquehanna River Art Collection for $450,000. Gerfin Diane M, Seacock Diane M. conveyed 1272 Stamans Lane to Highmount Properties LLC for $170,000. Brady Michael A, Brady Samantha E. conveyed 829 Locust St. to Clckn Solutions LLC for $145,000. Valley View Capital LLC conveyed 309 Cherry St. to Fournier Julianne, Knokey Brandon for $283,250. Acquisition Group LLC conveyed 727 Walnut St. to Jdw Property Solutions Inc. for $59,900. Angela M. Stonesifer conveyed 28 N. Sixth St. to Emanuel Stoltzfus for $189,900.

Multiple units responded to Columbia River Park at 10:13 am Monday (9/14/26) for a report of a man who jumped from the Veterans Memorial Bridge. According to dispatch audio, the man was seen floating under the bridge. A witness said he then started to swim towards shore. After being rescued, he was transported by ambulance.

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING  NOTICE is hereby given that Columbia Borough Council will hold a special meeting on September 24, 2026, at 7:00 pm to discuss proposed changes to the Borough's Zoning Ordinance regarding data centers and any other business as may arise. The meeting will be held at the Columbia Borough School District High School Auditorium located at 901 Ironville Pike, Columbia, PA 17512. COLUMBIA BOROUGH COUNCIL By: Evan M. Gabel, Solicitor