Boone County Press Room
Boone County Commissioners Justin Aldred and Janet Thompson Reappointed to National Committees
Summary
On August 2, 2022, Boone County Commissioner Justin Aldred was reappointed to the National Association of Counties (NACo) Veterans and Military Services Committee and the Telecommunications & Technology Policy Steering Committee. Also, on August 2, 2022, Boone County Commission Janet Thompson was reappointed to the NACo Healthy Counties Advisory Board and to the Justice and Public Safety (JPS) Steering Committee as the Vice Chair.
Boone County Commissioners Justin Aldred and Janet Thompson Appointed as Leadership to Statewide Committees
Summary
Boone County Commissioners Justin Aldred and Janet Thompson will hold leadership roles in Missouri Association of Counties (MAC) Policy Steering Committees for the 2022-2023 term. MAC President Batina Dodge announced the appointments on July 20, 2022.
Local Women Leaders to Discuss Missouri Politics Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Summary
The Unnamed Committee in Boone County for Open Minds in Politics, in cooperation with Stephens College, will present “Show Me Missouri Women in Politics” Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at 7 p.m. on the Stephens College campus.
Commissioner Janet Thompson Accepted Into National Association of Counties' Familiar Faces Leadership Network
Summary
Boone County Commissioner Janet Thompson is joining a select group of local officials from across the nation as the inaugural cohort of the National Association of Counties’ Familiar Faces Leadership Network for their commitment to improving life outcomes for high-needs residents with complex behavioral health conditions.
Residents Reminded When to Call 9-1-1
Summary
Residents are reminded to call 9-1-1 for emergencies only and to call the non-emergency numbers 3-1-1 or 573-442-6131 for other situations requiring law enforcement attention, such as noise caused by fireworks or fireworks being discharged in prohibited areas.
Boone County Releases Mobility Action Plan to Address Poverty
Summary
The Mobility Action Plan, developed by dedicated workgroups who are focused on addressing poverty in Boone County, will be released during a launch event on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, on the second floor of the Missouri United Methodist Church, 204 S. 9th Street, Columbia. The event will include an open house from 2:00PM – 4:00PM, with a presentation at 2:30PM.
Boone County Government Mourns Passing of Prosecuting Attorney Dan Knight
Summary
We are deeply saddened by the death of our long-time colleague, Dan Knight. He served the people of Boone County in the Prosecuting Attorney’s office since 1992, and became the elected Prosecutor on January 1, 2006, a position he has held ever since
Nomination Period Open for 2nd Annual Tom S. Hurley Public Safety Service Award
Summary
Boone County Office of Emergency Management (BCOEM) announces the nomination period for the 2nd annual Tom S. Hurley Public Service Award to honor the memory and legacy of Tom Hurley, the late OEM Director.
Boone County Releases Request for Proposal for $10M
Summary
Boone County, through the Boone County Community Services Department, released a $10 million request for proposal opportunity on May 18, 2022. Applications for funding will be considered from nonprofits or governmental entities if the proposed program provides services to children, youth (nineteen years of age or less), and/or their families is areas fundable pursuant to statute. Applications are due on June 29, 2022.
Boone Indicators Dashboard Releases New Community Data and Equity Analyses
Summary
Boone Indicators Dashboard (BID) partners are announcing important updates to the community’s dashboard.
Training Available for Local Nonprofits
Summary
The Boone County Community Services Department (BCCSD) is hosting training sessions for local organizations to learn how to apply for funding from the Boone County Children’s Services Fund.