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Barbara Buffaloe

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Barbara Buffaloe is currently serving her second term in office as the mayor of Columbia.

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Do Good By Leading With Authenticity

The season of gratitude and reflection will soon be upon us. It’s a time when many of us look for ways to give back, uplift others, and, as...

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Interns Describe Insights Beyond the Textbooks 

City Council Interns Describe Insights Beyond the Textbooks...
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Education is the Cornerstone of Future Success 

As we look toward the future of Columbia, Missouri, it is imperative that we prioritize education at all levels. Education is not just a pathway to personal success;...

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The Power of Teamwork in Columbia  

As I sit down to reflect on the essence of our community, one word comes to mind: Teamwork. The sight of my son’s fifth-grade basketball team giving it...

Mayor Buffaloe works with a student as part of Columbia Public Schools’ Partners in Education program.

The Mayor’s Core Values: Service, Trust, and Joy

In the two years I have worked as Columbia’s mayor, there are two questions that have come up repeatedly: “Is the job everything you thought it would be?”...

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Advocating for COMO Beyond Our City Limits

As mayor, I have the privilege of representing our city in ways that extend well beyond our local boundaries. One of the most impactful ways has been through...

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Ready to get away? Try a COMO staycation

In my role as mayor, one of my favorite tasks to do is provide the welcome at visiting conferences and large meetings being hosted in Columbia. Often when...

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Thankful and Optimistic: Reflecting on 20 Under 40

In 2016, I was recognized in CBT’s 20 Under 40 class. I had never heard of it before and, to be honest, when I first received the notification...

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From the Mayor: Innovation in Government

Columbia's mayor, Barbara Buffaloe, discusses innovation in our local government....
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Mayor Buffaloe: Transcending Titles for Growth 

In January, we hosted the Columbia Values Diversity Celebration. It was lovely to see community members coming together to celebrate the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,...