Comobuz.com publisher Mike Murphy describes his subscription-based website as working at the intersection of culture and politics. Mr. Murphy, who has more than 40 years of experience in the newspaper business, joined 939 the Eagle host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on the “CEO Roundtable.” Murphy is not pleased with the way current Columbia candidate forums are conducted. He tells listeners he’s organized a March 13 debate for Columbia’s city council candidates and a March 20 debate between Columbia school board candidates. The debates will take place at Mizzou’s Busch auditorium, and details are still being worked out. Mr. Murphy talked in-detail about all of the races, specifically Columbia’s first ward race between incumbent Pat Fowler and challenger Nick Knoth. Fred and Mike Murphy also discussed the controversy over the January drag queen performance at a diversity breakfast and about ARPA funding and a proposed 120-bed homeless shelter near Columbia’s Business Loop:
(AUDIO): Comobuz.com publisher Mike Murphy appears on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Roundtable”
Comobuz.com publisher Mike Murphy describes his subscription-based website as working at the intersection of culture and politics. Mr. Murphy, who has more than 40 years of experience in the newspaper business, joined 939 the Eagle host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on the “CEO Roundtable.” Murphy is not pleased with the way current Columbia candidate forums are conducted. He tells listeners he’s organized a March 13 debate for Columbia’s city council candidates and a March 20 debate between Columbia school board candidates. The debates will take place at Mizzou’s Busch auditorium, and details are still being worked out. Mr. Murphy talked in-detail about all of the races, specifically Columbia’s first ward race between incumbent Pat Fowler and challenger Nick Knoth. Fred and Mike Murphy also discussed the controversy over the January drag queen performance at a diversity breakfast and about ARPA funding and a proposed 120-bed homeless shelter near Columbia’s Business Loop:
(AUDIO): Comobuz.com publisher Mike Murphy appears on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Round Table”
Comobuz.com publisher Mike Murphy says the Columbia city council’s 4-3 vote against the FUSUS camera system came with a call for change in the city’s approach to violent crime. Mr. Murphy joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Round Table.” They discussed FUSUS in-detail, as well as the council. Murphy says First Ward Councilwoman Pat Fowler is now the de facto leader of the council. They also discussed Columbia’s utility woes and trash collection, specifically the requirement for using city logo bags and the possibility of roll carts next year:
(AUDIO): Comobuz.com publisher Mike Murphy previews November election on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Round Table”
Boone County’s clerk is projecting a 65 percent voter turnout for the November 8 general election. While that number seems high to Comobuz.com publisher Mike Murphy, he believes no-excuse absentee voting is causing some of the increased interest. Mr. Murphy joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Round Table,” telling listeners that Republicans benefit from a higher voter turnout in Boone County. Murphy also breaks down numerous races, including the high-profile presiding commissioner race between Democrat Kip Kendrick and Republican Connie Leipard:
City of Columbia to purchase VFW Post 280 for a homeless shelter
Despite concerns from nearby property owners, Columbia’s city council has approved the purchase of VFW property just north of the Business Loop to provide a location for a homeless shelter and services for the homeless. The VFW property is located just behind Columbia’s municipal power plant.
The city will be purchasing VFW Post 280’s building and parking lots on Ashley street for $865,000. They’ll spend another approximately $490,000 to upgrade the building for needed improvements.
Under the plan, Room at the Inn (RATI) will provide services for the homeless in the 14,000 square foot building, which has a seating capacity of 300. There’s also a game room and a commercial kitchen.
A non-profit known as the Voluntary Action Center (VAC) wants to build a 100-bed homeless shelter near the VFW building and the city’s power plant. Comobuz.com publisher Mike Murphy told 939 the Eagle’s Fred Parry in September that the proposed 25,000 square feet facility would include laundry facilities, showers and medical and dental clinics.
The Business Loop Community Improvement District has concerns about the proposed homeless shelter. They want to know what the plan is for people who aren’t admitted into the facility due to violence, drugs or alcohol possession.
The Business Loop CID notes there’s a lack of sidewalks in that area, describing it as “highly inaccessible.”
The VFW Post 280 has posted a new message on Facebook, saying they’re said to say goodbye to their home.
“But as membership declines (age), eligibility (not as many who meet requirements), we really need a newer smaller facility. Thus, we will in time have a new home suitable for our needs. The city of Columbia presented us with a unique opportunity,” the post reads, in part.
The VFW post also says the sale will help the city find a shelter for the homeless and help the many homeless veterans in the area.