Far South – Columbus Area Commissions

The Executive Committee shall conduct business pursuant to the commission rules and shall meet as often as necessary to fulfill its duties as specified in the rules.

Committee Members are: Delores Richardson, Eileen Neale, Deborah Smith, Summer Sherman

Zoning and Development Regulation

The Zoning Committee receives, reviews, and makes recommendations on all applications for reasoning, variances, and other zoning adjustments in the area.

Developers must first submit requests to the relevant active Civic Association. If there is not an active Civic Association in the area under question, developers may submit requests directly to the Zoning Committee.

Committee Members are: Michael Walker, Co-Chair, Robert Patterson, Co-Chair

Internal Governance

The Government and Legislation Committee shall conduct business pursuant to the commission rules and shall meet as often as necessary to fulfill its duties as specified in the rules.

Committee Members are: Rev. Bonnie Draudt, Chair

Community and Public Safety

The Public Safety Committee conducts research, analysis and recommendations on criminal justice issues. The committee is a liaison to the City Public Safety Division (Police and Fire) and the Franklin County Sherriff’s Department. They also review any city, state or federal plans that affect the area.

Election

The Election Committee shall conduct elections pursuant to the commission’s election rules and shall meet as often as necessary to fulfill its duties as specified in the rules.

The 2020-21 Chairperson of the Election Committee is: Rev. Bonnie Draudt, bonniedraudt@yahoo.com

Economic

The Economic Committee shall conduct business pursuant to the commission rules and shall meet as often as necessary to fulfill its duties as specified in the rules.

Public Outreach

The Public Outreach Committee is responsible for providing residents with updates, sharing available resources, and building a broader audience through the Commission’s website, social media platforms, and other community outreach methods.

Committee Members are: Lori Fisher, Chair
Bonnie Draudt, Becky Walcott

This commission does not have districts.

Far South News and Updates

United Way Survey
June 10, 2021
Pandemic Survey: Please take a moment to fill out the United Way of Central Ohio’s Pandemic Impact Survey. This survey is to determine the impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on families in our communities. The information gathered from this survey will be used by UWCO to help identify what is and what is not […]
GCAC Neighborhood Arts Connection Fellowship
June 10, 2021
The Greater Columbus Arts Council, in collaboration with the city of Columbus, will select one neighborhood in the city each year. Artists from the selected neighborhood are invited to propose an art project that actively engages the community in that neighborhood. All artistic disciplines are encouraged to apply. DEADLINE: JUNE 15, 2021
Walk in For Recovery
June 10, 2021
If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction to drugs or alcohol, we are here to help. Walk in for Recovery sites can help asses your needs and quickly connect you to treatment. A mobile health clinic will also be available offering important health screenings and services. All services are free. For […]
COVID19 Vaccine Clinics in Far South Columbus
May 6, 2021
In an effort to combat the further spread of COVID-19, Columbus Public Health is bringing the mobile vaccination clinic to Far South Columbus residents. Residents 16 years old or older can register to be vaccinated right in their own community.
Zoning Application Z21-040
May 6, 2021
This is a request for a zoning variance for the property located at 3500 Alum Creek Drive.
Zoning Application – BZA021-049
April 30, 2021
This is a request for a zoning variance for the property located at 2918 Parsons Avenue.