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Application Deadline Approaching for the Boone County SeniorReal Estate Tax Relief Program

Wed, 07 May 2025

Summary

The Boone County Collector of Revenue is currently accepting applications for the Boone County SeniorReal Estate Tax Relief Program. Since April 1, the Collector’s Office has received approximately 400 applications for 2025. Eligible BooneCounty taxpayers who wish to participate in the program can apply through 5 p.m. on Monday, June 30, 2025.

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Boone County Planning & Zoning Commission Recommends Approval of Draft Master Plan

Thu, 01 May 2025

Summary

The final draft of the Boone County Master Plan is moving forward following the April 17 meeting of the Boone County Planning & Zoning Commission, at which the 10-member board voted unanimously to recommend approval to the Boone County Commission. The Boone County Commission will hold a public hearing on the final draft of the Master Plan at its May 27 meeting.

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Boone County Recycling Drop-Off Program Suspended Indefinitely

Wed, 23 Apr 2025

Summary

Boone County Government has traditionally provided recycling drop-off opportunities at municipalities across the County, including locations in Ashland, Hallsville, Sturgeon, Hartsburg, Rocheport, and Harrisburg. Recyclables collected at these sites were then transported to the City of Columbia Material Recovery Facility for processing. Due to Sunday's EF-1 tornado that destroyed the City of Columbia Material Recovery Facility, the Boone County recycling program consisting of drop-off sites is suspended indefinitely. The collection of County recycling containers from these communities is currently underway.

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Application Window for Boone County Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program to Begin April 1, 2025

Mon, 31 Mar 2025

Summary

Applications for the Boone County Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program will be accepted starting Tuesday, April 1 for qualified individuals who did not apply for the program last year and reached the age of 62 prior to January 1, 2025. Eligible Boone County taxpayers who wish to participate in the program can apply between Tuesday, April 1, 2025, and Monday, June 30, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the close of business, 5:00 p.m., on June 30.

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The Boone County Office of Emergency Management Issues Warning About Severe Weather Outbreak This Afternoon

Fri, 14 Mar 2025

Summary

The National Weather Service St. Louis office has issued a Moderate Risk for severe weather across our region late this afternoon and evening. A fast-moving line of storms is expected, with the primary threat being damaging straight-line winds that could exceed 80 mph. Large hail and strong tornadoes (EF2+) are also possible.

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Outdoor Warning Siren Test Canceled Due to High Wind Warning

Wed, 05 Mar 2025

Summary

The Boone County Office of Emergency Management (BCOEM) has announced that today's scheduled outdoor warning siren test is canceled due to a High Wind Warning issued by the National Weather Service. Although originally planned as part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week, BCOEM opted to cancel the test out of an abundance of caution. The next scheduled siren test will take place on April 2, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.

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Annual Statewide Tornado Drill on March 5, 2025, as Part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week

Tue, 04 Mar 2025

Summary

The National Weather Service and the Missouri State Emergency Management Agency have designated March 3-7, 2025, as Severe Weather Preparedness Week. BCOEM will take part in the Annual Statewide Tornado Drill at 11:00 a.m. on March 5, weather permitting. During this drill, NOAA Weather Radios will be activated, and Boone County's outdoor warning sirens will sound.

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Boone County Planning & Zoning Commission to host public hearings on Master Plan

Mon, 10 Feb 2025

Summary

Boone County Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission will hold public hearings in February and March regarding the proposed draft of the Boone County Master Plan. These public hearings will offer residents additional opportunities to submit their comments regarding the Master Plan before the draft is finalized for presentation to the Boone County Commission.

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Boone County Commission Now Accepting Applications for Director of Public Safety Childcare Center

Wed, 05 Feb 2025

Summary

The Boone County Commission is excited to announce the position opening for the Director of the Boone County Public Safety Childcare Center. Applications will be accepted through March 2, 2025. The job posting may be found at https://www.showmeboone.com/pscc/.

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Boone County Recorder Cautions Citizens About Notices Following Home Purchase

Mon, 03 Feb 2025

Summary

Boone County Recorder of Deeds Bob Nolte is cautioning citizens about a concerning trend involving mailed solicitations titled "Recorded Deed Notice." These notices, while designed to appear official, are not affiliated with Boone County Government and attempt to mislead recipients into paying over $120 for publicly available information.

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Boone County Children's Services Board Approves Over $9.1 Million in Funding for Local Programs

Tue, 07 Jan 2025

Summary

The Boone County Children’s Services Board (BCCSB) has approved a total of $9,171,811.57 in funding for 50 proposals across 40 organizations. This funding will support initiatives aimed at promoting the well-being of children, youth, and families in Boone County.

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