Connect Columbus and the Columbus Area United Way conduct a community needs assessment for Columbus every few years and just issued its latest report, A Call to Action, in February 2009.  The goal of this process was, "to identify current issues impacting the health and well-being of Columbus area residents". The results of the assessment will help to steer the activities of Connect Columbus and the United Way as they work to engage and strengthen the community over the next few years.  Our organizations will also promote awareness of the issues identified and encourage other community organizations to consider the report as they plan programming and services. The Connect Columbus Board of Directors is considering A Call to Action and will soon convene task forces to address specific needs.  If you are interested in volunteering for one of these action teams, please contact our office at 562-6539 or cct@megavision.com. Click Here to view A Call to Action. A Community Needs Assessment Report for the Columbus Area, distributed in the spring of 2009.

Needs Assessment Steering Committee Members

Bonnie McPhillips, Nebraska Workforce Development, Co-Chair
Angie Ramaekers, Chamber of Commerce Drive 4 Five, Co-Chair
Jayne Adkisson, East Central District Health Department
Bob Arp, Lakeview High School
Wilma Arp, Platte Valley Diversion Program
Dee Condon, Educational Service Unit #7
Dan Davidchik, Central Community College
Jim Dean-Columbus Telegram
Charlotte Griffith, Retired Educator
Pat Heimes, Columbus Area United Way
Tammy Bichlmeier, Staff-Connect Columbus