TOGETHER

WE WILL

RISE

After 41 years of service, Isaiah Hugley is ready to finish what we started.

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Meet Isaiah Hugley

I’ve dedicated 41 years to serving Columbus—including more than two decades as City Manager. I know how this city works, and I’m ready to lead from day one.

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WHY I’M RUNNING

Columbus is at a pivotal moment. With more than $1.2 billion in projects already underway, our city cannot afford a learning curve. We need proven leadership to finish what we’ve started and ensure every neighborhood benefits from the progress we’ve made.

HOPE IS OUR COMPASS. UNITY IS OUR PATH. ONE COLUMBUS IS OUR PURPOSE.

  • Leadership should unite people, not divide them. I will work every day to restore public trust, encourage civil dialogue, and ensure that every voice is heard across our city.

  • I have led teams of more than 3,000 employees, overseen more than $360 million in annual budgets, and helped guide Columbus through times of challenge and progress. I take responsibility seriously and will deliver results with integrity.

  • We rise by lifting others. My vision is a Columbus where every child has access to a quality education, every worker has a fair chance to succeed, and every neighborhood shares in our progress.

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PLATFORM & PRIORITIES

Isaiah Hugley’s vision for Columbus is built on unity, safety, opportunity, and respect.

Unity & Reconciliation

Rebuilding trust, listening to every voice, bringing our city together.

Economic Mobility

Jobs, affordable homes, and opportunity for every neighborhood.

Public Safety

Smart, community-centered safety that starts before a 911 call.

Veterans First

Ensuring every veteran has housing, career access, and mental health support.

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  • With over a billion dollars in progress, this city can’t afford to start over with inexperience.

  • I’ve spent 41 years preparing for this moment. I’m not here to learn how to lead. I’m here to lead.

  • This isn’t a campaign for attention. It’s a commitment to finish what we started.

$360M Annual Budgets Managed

3,000+ Team Members Led

41+ Years Experience

With over 41 years of experience, managing more than $360 million in annual budgets, and leading teams of 3,000+ employees, I bring proven leadership to every challenge. This track record isn’t just numbers—it’s real progress for Columbus. Together, we’ve already accomplished so much, and there’s more to do.

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This campaign is not a spectator sport. We’re building together—and we need you.

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