Columbus begins push for $2 billion bond issue

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Members of Columbus City Council held a public hearing Wednesday to discuss the proposed capital bond package set to go before voters in November.

Every three years, the city asks voters to approve a bond package, and this one is the largest in Columbus history, nearing $2 billion.

The bonds -- $1.9 billion -- would be spread over five different areas: affordable housing, public service, recreation and parks, public utilities, and safety. Councilmember...