Boone County Press Room
Tornado Siren Malfunction Update
Summary
On Thursday afternoon, an outdoor warning siren located in the 5400 block of North Highway 763 had a technical malfunction that caused it to repeatedly activate without warning. The Boone County Office of Emergency Management (BCOEM) engaged its siren contractor and the Boone County Joint Communications radio technician team to expeditiously remove that siren from service.
Boone County Commission Announces Recipients of Final Round of ARPA Funding
Summary
The Boone County Commission is pleased to announce the recipients of the final round of Boone County American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. Following a rigorous review process, the Commission is awarding approximately $6.6 million to 19 organizations across Boone County. The list of awardees can be found in the press release.
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Boone County Commission to Hold Additional Public Hearings Regarding Senior Citizen Tax Relief Program
Summary
With voter approval of Proposition 1 on April 2, the Boone County Commission will hold four (4) public hearings regarding the senior citizen tax relief program.
Boone County Commission to Hold In-Person Listening Sessions for Master Plan
Summary
Everyone who lives and/or works in Boone County is invited to contribute to the Boone County Master Plan by attending an in-person listening session. The sessions, hosted by Boone County Resource Management and the I5 Group, will be held throughout Boone County on Tuesday, April 23 and Wednesday, April 24.
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Boone County Celebrates Regional Law Enforcement Training Center Groundbreaking
Summary
The Boone County Commission and Sheriff invite the public to join them at the groundbreaking of the Boone County Sheriff’s Regional Law Enforcement Training Center on Wednesday, April 17 at 9:00 a.m. The ceremony will take place at the Boone County Public Safety Campus, located at 2121 County Drive, Columbia.
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Boone County Commission to Hold Public Hearing Regarding Senior Citizen Tax Relief Program
Summary
With voter approval of Proposition 1, the Boone County Commission will hold the first public hearing regarding the senior tax relief program on Thursday, April 18, at 1:30PM. The hearing will be held in the Commission Chambers of the Roger B. Wilson Boone County Government Center located at 801 E. Walnut. The meeting is open to the public, who are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Residents Encouraged to Attend Boone County Housing Study Community Meetings
Summary
Residents of Boone County are encouraged to attend the upcoming Community Input Meetings regarding the Boone County Housing Study. The meetings, which will be held in various locations throughout Boone County next week, will serve to gather diverse perspectives and insights vital to shaping the study’s conclusions.
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Boone County Commission to Begin Developing Senior Citizen Tax Relief Program
Summary
With voter approval of Proposition 1, the Boone County Commission will soon begin the public process of drafting a policy and addressing key elements of the senior tax relief program.
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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 Commission to Hold Public Hearing Regarding Solar Energy Overlay District (SEOD) Regulations
Summary
The Boone County Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Boone County Solar Energy Overlay District (SEOD) Regulations on Tuesday, April 9 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Commission Chambers of the Roger B. Wilson Boone County Government Center located at 801 E. Walnut, Columbia. Members of the public are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Open House Meeting Regarding New Fire Station at East Broadway and El Chaparral Ave. South
Summary
The development of a fire station at the intersection of East Broadway and El Chaparral Avenue South will be the topic of an informal open house meeting on Wednesday, March 27, from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. in the lower level of the church building located at 1020 El Chaparral Ave. S, formerly New Horizons United Methodist Church. The meeting, hosted by the City of Columbia Public Works Department, is open to the public.