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Limb Pickup

The City of Columbia City would like to announce that our limb pick-up program is beginning soon. This program will be initiated to dispose of limbs and branches from
storm-related events and small pruning projects. Dates for this year are as follows:

April 7
May 5
June 2
July 7
August 4
September 2
October 6

Program Guidelines

Limbs are to be placed along the curb in front of your property. Do not place them in the roadway. This is curbside pickup only! We do not pick up in alleys. This program is limited to city limits only. There will be one pass only in an area. Please have your limbs out and ready to pick up by 7:00AM on the dates listed above so you will not be missed. The City reserves the right to refuse pick-up for those properties it considers not fitting within the guidelines of the program.

Acceptable:
Piles that do not exceed a pickup truck size load
Limbs and branches up to 4” in diameter
Bushes (without roots)
Not Acceptable:
Piles that exceed a pickup truck size load
Brush from fencerow clearing
Whole trees, logs and limbs cut by contractor or homeowner
Branches left from contractor-provided tree removal
Bushes with roots attached
Grass clippings, leaves and garden debris
Alley pick-up
Limbs from businesses
If you have any questions regarding the acceptability of your materials, please contact
Kelly Cearbaugh, Street Superintendent at 248-5131.

Water Lead Lines?

Do you know what material the water service lines in your home or business are made of? Columbia City is working on capturing data for our service line inventory as part of a federally mandated effort to identify and replace all lead water service lines. If you received a notification letter in November 2024, your service line materials may still be unknown. If your service line material is still unknown in our inventory, help us out by completing the self-identification survey. Follow the instructions to identify your service line and submit your results to the city. If you have questions or need assistance identifying your service line, please contact the Columbia City Water Department at (260) 248-5110. Thank you for helping us Get the Lead Out!

RAVE Notification System

  • Public officials in Columbia City are excited to announce that notifications via
    RAVE are now available to all our residents. RAVE is a free service that allows individuals to sign up for notifications sent from the City of Columbia City. With the implementation of RAVE, residents can be informed regarding public meetings, special events, sports sign-ups, utility disconnect days, emergencies, and much more. RAVE allows residents to be alerted via text, email, or voice message about topics they are interested in, while opting out of topics that are not of interest. Once an account is created, these selections can be changed at any time.

    Columbia City residents can sign up for notifications of interest for free at https://shorturl.at/fiMR5. Once registered, they will receive timely alerts straight to their phone or email. Not only will RAVE provide alerts regarding potentially lifesaving actions or emergencies, but it will also enable all residents to “be in the know” regarding what is happening right here in Columbia City. The plethora of opt-in choices is vast and allows all residents to be notified about what topics interest them.

“Thank you for checking out our community! Whether you’re seeking a career change or a safe place to raise your family, Columbia City is the place you are looking for. We hope to speak with you soon about the opportunities that await you in Columbia City”
Mayor Ryan Daniel

Visit Downtown CC

Since 1888, Columbia City has stood strong as the center point for commerce and family life in Whitley County. Historic homes and brick streets blend into the downtown corridor with unique shops and businesses for residents and visitors alike.

Columbia City Parks Department Office

Scenes from Columbia City

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3 reasons to love Columbia City

Whether you are moving into a new home or just stopping by for a cup of joe at Brewha, the City and its residents welcome you with smiling faces and open hands. This safe, hospitable community has grown tremendously over the past 20 years and they aren’t done yet! Enjoy the small town safety and affordability with the accessibility and convenience of big city amenities. With the Orthopedics Capital of the World nearby and the expanding defense and agricultural industries of Northeast Indiana, workers are needed to fill new and expanding companies. We know life is better together, so come be a part of our growing community!

  • Safe Community of friends

    Recently ranked as one of the Top 20 Safest Communities in Indiana, Columbia City prides itself on being a safe and attractive community for individuals and families. Firefighters, Police, and Dispatchers continually work along-side residents to enhance the safety of neighborhoods through proactive programs and practices.

  • There is a Home Waiting for You

    With a diverse housing stock and available lots, there’s a place for you in Columbia City. A quick look around the community will reveal a house of all shapes and sizes just waiting for a family to make it a home. Various available lots hold a world of potential where you can build the home of your dreams. With downtown revitalization, new career opportunities and a great quality of life, you’ll want to be planted at the heart of Whitley County!

  • Conveniently Close to Everything

    Columbia City is strategically located less than 20 miles from Fort Wayne, Warsaw, Fort Wayne International Airport and more than 1200 regional shops and businesses. Within a 600 mile radius is over 50% of all the Nation’s consumer base. That means less shipping time and costs for your business. But, Columbia City is not all about work. Nearby lakes beckon you to relax and enjoy your weekends. Small town eateries will delight your taste buds. And, a friendly conversation is waiting at every corner.