City of Columbus approves municipal insurance renewals with minor rate changes

Friday, October 2, 2026 at 2:25 PM

COLUMBUS, Ind. — The City of Columbus has finalized its municipal insurance coverage renewals, maintaining flat rates for workers’ compensation while capping property and equipment cost increases at 1.1%.

The city secured a fixed $144,443 premium for excess workers' compensation under a two-year rate guarantee established during the previous policy period.

Under its workers’ compensation structure, the city remains self-insured up to $500,000 for general employees and up to $750,000 for public safety officers in police and fire departments.

The secondary coverage package covers municipal property, vehicle fleets, and portable equipment, totaling $1,111,421. Wind and hail coverage terms renew separately at the start of the calendar year

Community Calender

Columbus North Fall Choir Concert
Join us at Columbus North High School at the Erne Auditorium for our Fall Choir Concert featuring Vocal Pointe, North Stars, Northern Lights, 25th Street Jazz
Oct 7, 2026
2026 Taste of Columbus
✨ Save the Date: Taste of Columbus 2026 ✨ 📅 Wednesday, October 7, 2026 📍 The Commons | Downtown Columbus ⚠️ Ages 21+ (Valid ID Required)
Oct 7, 2026 at The Commons
Taste of Columbus 2026
Taste of Columbus 2026! 🍴 Oct. 7, 5–8 PM at The Commons. Enjoy local bites, drinks, live music, a silent auction & more! Ages 21+. Tickets $35.
Oct 7, 2026 at The Commons