The city will paint surfaces in urban areas like downtown Columbia that are often several degrees higher, according to a study the city did in 2022 to map out the hottest spots in Columbia.

The downtown Columbia area is full of amenities and activities. ... City planners shared a fuzzy map of the planned trail during a presentation to city council members Tuesday.

The last time Columbia implemented a comprehensive plan for its downtown was 1998. Three decades later, city officials are now gathering feedback on a new plan.