Council approves film shoot at River Park parking lot Oct. 3–4; producers promise low-impact scene

The Columbia Borough Council on Sept. 23 approved a facility-use request from Just 1 More Film LLC to use a portion of the River Park parking lot to film a scene beginning at 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 3 and concluding at 5:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4.

Producer Bryce Feazer told council the scene features a conversation by the river and contains no stunts, fireworks or pyrotechnics. The film is a small production with crew members from the region; Feazer said the crew would be present overnight and planned to use local catering and the firehouse facilities as a base. "It's about helping people with addiction," Feazer said when describing the film's subject; he also said the shoot offers a community marketing opportunity and local hires.

Council asked about weather and rain dates. Feazer said the production did not have a formal rain date and that crews sometimes adjust shooting locations if weather prevents outdoor work. Borough officials and the producer discussed a straightforward process for a rain-date change if necessary. The motion to approve was made by Councilperson Fisher and seconded by Councilperson Brigard; the facility-use request was approved by voice vote.

Why it matters: Overnight shoots can affect park access, parking and riverfront use; council approved the request after being briefed on the minimal-risk nature of the scene and the production’s community benefits. A permit frames conditions including hours of use and any restoration or cleanup obligations for the production company.

Meeting context: The filming request was presented under new business; the council voted to approve the use request during the meeting. Producers will coordinate logistics with borough staff prior to the shoot.