Boone County Press Room
Boone County Elected Officials Appointed to National Association of Counties (NACo) Steering Committees and Boards
Summary
Boone County Government is pleased to announce the appointment of two Boone County Government elected officials to national positions of impact and leadership by the National Association of Counties (NACo). NACo President James Gore announced policy steering committee and board appointments for one-year terms at the NACo Annual Conference in Tampa, Fla., on July 15, 2024.
Boone County Elected Officials Appointed to Missouri Association of Counties (MAC) Steering Committees
Summary
Boone County Government is pleased to announce the appointment of six Boone County Government elected officials to state-wide positions of impact and leadership by the Missouri Association of Counties (MAC).
Tom S. Hurley Public Safety Service Award Nomination Period Begins
Summary
In collaboration with the Tom Hurley Award Fund, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) volunteer organization, the Boone County Office of Emergency Management (BCOEM) announces the start of the nomination period for the 4th Annual Tom S. Hurley Public Safety Service Award.
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Boone County Commission Takes Select Meetings on the Road
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The Boone County Commission is taking Thursday Commission meetings on the road this summer and fall. The select meetings, typically held in Commission Chambers at the Boone County Government Center in Columbia, will be held in various locations to increase visibility of County Government’s work across the county.
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Boone County Children's Services Board Awards Contracts to Six Grassroots Organizations
Summary
The Boone County Children’s Services Board (BCCSB) is thrilled to announce that six grassroots organizations have been awarded contracts through the Grassroots Funding Opportunity. This initiative, utilizing an innovative and unprecedented funding structure, aims to empower community-based nonprofits to expand their reach and effectiveness in serving children, youth, and families in Boone County.
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Boone County Outdoor Warning Siren System Test Update
Summary
Earlier today, the Boone County Office of Emergency Management (BCOEM), in partnership with Boone County Joint Communications and our siren contractor, conducted a test of the outdoor warning siren system. During this test, all sirens were found to be fully operational and functioning as intended.
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Additional Flooding Possible in Boone County, Missouri
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In light of recent heavy rainfall and the ongoing risk of flooding due to forecasted thunderstorms, the Boone County Office of Emergency Management would like to remind residents of the key floodwater safety tips found in this press release.
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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 Outdoor Warning Siren System to be Tested Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Summary
The Boone County Office of Emergency Management (BCOEM), in partnership with Boone County Joint Communications and our siren contractor, will conduct a test of the outdoor warning siren system on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. This test is in response to a recent programming error that affected the system's performance.
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Boone County Government Offices Closed Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, 2024
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The Boone County Commission has just announced that Boone County Government offices will be closed Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, 2024, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The Boone County Courthouse will also be closed both days.
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Applications Now Being Accepted for Boone County Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program
Summary
Applications are now being accepted for the Boone County Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program. Eligible Boone County taxpayers who wish to participate in the program can apply between July 1, 2024, and October 1, 2024.
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