RESS COLUMBUS — It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words. With a picture-perfect downtown filled with beautiful murals, presentable storefronts and a historic courthouse with a lush lawn as the crowning jewel, a thousand words would not be able to describe what is and what is to become of downtown Columbus.
What was conceived and launched by the Columbus Chamber of Commerce under the direction of former chamber executive director Billy Kahn, A Better Columbus (ABC) was incorporated as a freestanding nonprofit in 2021. The vision for a better Columbus is for the nonprofit, according to its mission statement, “to create a vibrant community, connecting residents, visitors and busigrowth nesses to encourage growth while celebrating our heritage.”
With its eye on growth and beautification, ABC keeps the long-standing and historic heritage front and center. In 2021, ABC drafted a proposal to create a historic business district downtown.
