COLUMBIA SPY

Columbia Borough Council will hold a special meeting on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss a proposed ordinance that would create a detailed regulatory framework for data centers within the borough. The meeting will be held in the auditorium of Columbia Borough High School, 901 Ironville Pike. Only borough citizens and taxpayers may comment during the discussion, after council comments. Speakers must state their name and address when recognized. Council wiĺ be discussing section by section. Public comments from out of town or comments about other topics will be at the end of the meeting. The is a special meeting to discuss data center text only. No formal vote will be taken. The meeting will be livestreamed on the borough’s YouTube channel. Draft Ordinance 2026-966 — Summary: This ordinance amends Columbia's zoning code (Chapter 220) to add comprehensive regulations specifically for data centers, changing their zoning classification to "Special Exception...

22 South 2nd Street [Columbia Spy photo] A group of art enthusiasts looking to celebrate works inspired by the Susquehanna River are one step closer to establishing a permanent home for its art collection. The Susquehanna River Art Collection purchased 22 S. Second St. in Columbia, with the facility planned to open to the public in 2027. The collection, which was established over a decade ago, aims to highlight “the under-recognized role the river has played in the cultural, social, and economic growth and development of the nation.” Works span from the 1600s to the present, and recent acquisitions under founder and chief curator Rob Evans include works by Thomas Hart Benton, George Beck, Robert Henri and Franz Kline. MORE: https://lancasteronline.com/features/entertainment/an-art-collection-celebrating-the-susquehanna-river-has-a-new-home-in-columbia/article_80a0e92f-dc57-4388-ae99-f571e8c83851.html  

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.