New Columbia fourth ward council member to be sworn-in Monday

By Brian Hauswirth
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Newly-elected Columbia fourth ward city council member Sharon Jones will receive the oath of office at Monday evening’s meeting at city hall.

Ms. Jones, who had been Columbia’s Planning and Zoning commission chair, beat Dave Sorrell and Ryan King in this month’s special election.

Sharon Jones campaigned door-to-door across the ward and focused on three main priorities: growth with a purpose, standing up for Columbia and investing in city employees. She wants to see attainably priced housing in every neighborhood and calls for living wages for city employees.

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Columbia’s Sharon Jones receives the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys President’s Award (photo courtesy of Jones’ campaign website)

Tonight’s meeting begins at 6.