City contracting with language interpreter service

COLUMBUS, Ind. — Columbus has approved an agreement with a language interpreter and translation company that will assist individuals at different city departments.

The Columbus Board of Works on Tuesday approved a one-year agreement with Language Line Services Inc., which will be translate and speak to customers as needed.

The cost of the service will be based on per-minute use and will be paid monthly from the city’s Board of Works fund, said Aida Ramirez, director of the city’s Human Rights Commission.

Please read Thursday’s edition of The Republic for more details.