FREE PHOTOS: A look back at the 2011 Columbus City Schools football season

Healthy Columbus Program Recognized Among Top 20 in the Nation

The City of Columbus Healthy Columbus program was selected as an honorable mention recipient of United Health Care’s Well Deserved award. The Well Deserved award program honors employers that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to helping their employees improve their health and wellbeing through worksite wellness programs.

 “This recognition is a testament to the men and women of our Department of Human Resources who are building upon the successes of our wellness efforts,” said Mayor Michael B. Coleman. “Their efforts have resulted in healthier employees and lower health costs.”

 Award recipients were rewarded points based upon their infrastructure to support wellness, direct education, program innovation, and program outcomes amongst other criteria. An external broker panel made the final decision on 12 award winners and 8 honorable mentions, including the City of Columbus. The City of Columbus Healthy Columbus program has been in place since the fall of 2010.

“Focus on Safety” New Red Light Camera Will Soon Be Activated

 Beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, March 31, 2012, the Columbus Division of Police will start issuing warning letters to motorists caught running the red light at Sawmill Parkway Boulevard at Sawmill Road. This is the latest intersection to have photo red light technology installed. 

 Motorists committing an infraction at this intersection will receive a warning letter for a period of 30 days, after which, a Notice of Liability with a fine of $95 will be issued. The Notice of Liability will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, April 30, 2012.

 The message is “Focus on Safety.” Motorists are encouraged to slow down for the yellow light so they can safely stop for the red light. Most importantly, stopping for the red light is the law, prevents crashes and can save lives!