COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus city leaders are putting the finishing touches on the 2026 budget, but they have also taken care of some immediate needs.

During the September 9 budget meeting, the City Council approved buying a Leaf Truck for the Public Works Department.

The truck will be able to vacuum up leaves from streets, sidewalks, and ditches.

The $516,000 will be coming from current reserves and will not be included in next year’s budget.

Council members and the mayor do want to make sure that the budget covers the necessary equipment for city workers to do their jobs.

It may also include a little something extra for their paychecks.

“If the Council approves, we do have a pay raise and some pay adjustments also for some different departments. You know, last year we brought

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