
April 11, 2026
In fiscal year 2024, Columbia held the 55th lowest for per-household police and fire pension debt in Illinois, reaching $1,069, according to the Illinois Department of Insurance.
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March 27, 2026
The Columbia Police Pension Fund reported an unfunded liability of $4,116,591 in 2024, reflecting a 27.7% shortfall in assets necessary to cover all promised retirement benefits.
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