Boone County Press Room
Boone County Commission to Hold Virtual Open House for Master Plan
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Individuals who live and/or work in Boone County are invited to be involved in the Boone County Master Plan development process. A virtual open house is scheduled for Wednesday, April 3, 2024, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Boone County Chosen to Participate in Juvenile Justice Initiative
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Boone County has been chosen as one of five counties nationwide to participate in an initiative on juvenile justice facilitated by the National Association of Counties (NACo). The NACo County Juvenile Justice Innovation Network (CJJIN) aims to increase the practical understanding and capacity of counties to address the needs of youth involved in their local juvenile justice systems by leveraging the unique position of counties, which operate at the intersection of youth-serving systems such as juvenile justice, education, child welfare, and other human service systems.
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Boone County Commission Accepting Applications for Appointment to Boone County Regional Sewer District Board of Trustees
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The Boone County Commission is accepting applications for appointment to the Boone County Regional Sewer District Board of Trustees. Applications will be accepted through end of business on Monday, April 1. The successful applicant will finish the five-year term of the current trustee, who is retiring from the board. This partial term will run from April 1, 2024, through January 31, 2028.
Residents Invited to Participate in Boone County Housing Study
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Boone County, in partnership with the City of Columbia, invites all residents to contribute to the groundbreaking Boone County Housing Study. By participating in a community input meeting, completing a community survey, or both, residents can ensure their unique experiences and insights will be heard.
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Annual Statewide Tornado Drill on March 6, 2024, as Part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week
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BCOEM will be participating in the Annual Statewide Tornado Drill being held at 11:00 a.m. on March 6, weather permitting. During this drill, NOAA Weather Radios will be activated and the outdoor warning sirens in Boone County will sound.
Boone County Office of Emergency Management Offers Community Emergency Response Team Training
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The Boone County Office of Emergency Management (BCOEM) will offer a free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training course through the month of March. As the spring severe weather season approaches, this in-person training will help members of the community be better prepared.
Severe Weather Preparedness Week: March 4 - 8, 2024
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The National Weather Service and Missouri State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) have designated March 4 – 8, 2024, as Severe Weather Preparedness Week. The Boone County Office of Emergency Management (BCOEM) encourages schools, businesses, organizations, and households to take part in each themed day by discussing related safety topics and, on Wednesday, participating in the statewide tornado drill.
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Boone County Commission Approves Boone County Rental Housing Standards
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The Boone County Commission approved the Boone County Rental Housing Standards policy during its regular meeting today. The policy is intended to regulate and ensure the habitability of rented residences in unincorporated areas of Boone County.
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Boone County Children's Services Board Opens RFP for Grassroots Funding Opportunity
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The Boone County Children’s Services Board (BCCSB) is excited to announce the release of a groundbreaking Request for Proposals (RFP) aimed at fostering grassroots initiatives within the community.
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Boone County Begins ARPA Application Review Process
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The Boone County Commission is pleased to announce the kickoff of the review process for the second, and final, round of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The 17-person review team held its first meeting January 29, quickly following the Friday, January 26 application deadline.
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Boone County Commission Calls for Election Regarding Implementation of Senate Bill 190
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On the April 2, 2024 General Municipal Election ballot, voters in Boone County will have the opportunity to vote on whether the County Commission should implement a property tax exemption for senior citizens.
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