We believe the best government is the one where citizens have access to information. When transparency in government is lacking, citizens begin to distrust and lose faith in their elected officials. Corruption comes in many forms, including the misuse of public funds/taxpayer dollars. Greater transparency is one solution to making Columbus better for not only those who live here, but work here, or simply do their grocery shopping here. Lowndes County cannot thrive long-term if the heart of it—Columbus—is failing.
At A Better Columbus (ABC), we want to increase transparency by providing important data and reports to you. This way, citizens can be informed of what is going on right here in their own community. And use that information to make sound and informed decisions. As a result of our findinds, we now produce Columbus Matters newspaper. It is free to the public, but supported from donations from you. You may find the paper at local businesses around town, in our three newstands, and online at www.ColumbusMatters.net
Most of the information we provide or seek out at ABC is from citizens’ frustration and suggestions. Keep your ideas coming! If there is something you want to know but can’t find out? We’re here to help!
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Our Organization Statement of Purpose
A Better Columbus (ABC). ABC is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan, civic-education group, with our primary mission of making Columbus better. Activities may include; raising awareness for volunteer opportunities, identifying issues and offering solutions, and preserving democracy through governmental engagement.
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Ready to take the next step? You can become a contributor to our cause or participate yourself.
For convenience, we have a donate page where you may contribute online via credit card.
Or by mail (by the way we have a mail slot so no mail is unattended, to): A Better Columbus 1215 Main Street, Ste B Columbus, MS 39701