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Fire Extinguisher Recall
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission released the following information in regards to a voluntary recall of Kidde fire extinguishers.
Operation Cause for Alarm
March 14, 10 am to 2 pm, For those Johnson County residents in need, FREE smoke detectors will be available at the listed locations:
Spring Weather Brings Opportunity to Keep the ‘Burg Clean”
With the warm spring weather returning, so does the opportunity to freshen up and beautify Warrensburg. Keeping personal properties, neighborhoods and roadways clean of trash and litter should be a high priority for all citizens.
Vehicle Auction Net $47,717
Warrensburg, like many other cities searching for ways to stretch its public dollars, created a plan to cut fuel costs throughout its departments in response to a challenge issued by the City Manager. The City was searching for ways to be more “green” and to increase efficiency.
Burn Ban for the City of Warrensburg Lifted
The Burn Ban for the City of Warrensburg has been lifted. Please follow normal procedures and precautions related to open burning in the City of Warrensburg.
UCMO DPS and WPD Urge Motorists to Drive Responsibly this St. Patrick’s Day
The University of Central Missouri Department of Public Safety and the Warrensburg Police Department urge the public to help keep the streets safe this St. Patrick’s Day by drinking responsibly and designating a sober driver before heading out on the streets in the Warrensburg community.
2009 Spring Clean-Up Schedule
East of Maquire is March 30th, West of Maquire is April 6th, select the link for more information.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION WORKSHOP
The Missouri Alliance for Historic Preservation, The National Trust for Historic Preservation, and the City of Warrensburg Community Development Department will host a one-day workshop on the economic benefits of historic preservation in Missouri communities on Friday, February 6, 2009
Fourth Quarter Leadership Challenge Awards
The City of Warrensburg recognized its 4th Quarter Leadership Challenge winner John Jacobsen, the 2008 Leadership Challenge Employees of the Year Marcy Bryant and Sarah Jacob, and the Leadership Challenge Annual Group Award winners Keith Johns, Stephen Ring and David Penrose.
WARRENSBURG FIRE DEPARTMENT RECEIVES FEDERAL FIRE GRANT
The City of Warrensburg has been notified by the U.S. Fire Administration that the Warrensburg Fire Department was awarded a $133,000 Federal FIRE Act grant on December 26th. The grant was awarded in response to a 2008 application for funds to purchase a portable fire training unit featuring a burn room.
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The Warrensburg Police Department and the University of Central Missouri’s Department of Public Safety conducted alcohol compliance checks of local businesses that possess a liquor license, on December 19, 2008.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION WORKSHOP SERIES BEGINS IN THE NEW YEAR
The Historic Preservation Commission will be sponsoring a series of workshops throughout the year in an effort to educate property owners of Warrensburg about preserving historic structures.
The 2010 Census – A Great Way to Earn Extra Money
The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting temporary part-time census takers for the 2010 Census. The pay is good, the hours are flexible, and the work is close to home.
Tabulation of Bids for Wastewater Facility Improvements
FOOD DONATIONS ACCEPTED AT WARRENSBURG CITY FACILITIES
The City of Warrensburg is assisting The Food Center by maintaining three food collection points through Sunday, December 21, according to Kory Alfred, Director of Parks and Recreation, and Fire Chief Phil Johnston.
HELP SAVE LIVES IN YOUR COMMUNITY:
As the time change approaches on Sunday, November 2, the Warrensburg Fire Department wants to remind residents to make another change that could save their lives — changing the batteries in their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
31st Missouri Senate District Candidate Forum Set for October 28th
The public is invited to attend a candidate forum for the 31st Missouri Senate District that represents Johnson, Cass, Bates and Vernon County at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28 on the University of Central Missouri campus in the Twomey Auditorium in the Wood Building (Room 100).
City Council Members Trained for Emergencies
October 7, 2008 – All five Warrensburg City Council members have completed federal emergency preparedness training courses.
Warrensburg Fire Department Urges Residents to “Prevent Home Fires”
The Warrensburg Fire Department is teaming up with NFPA from October 5-11 to urge area residents to “Prevent Home Fires” during Fire Prevention Week.
Master Patrol Officer John H. Harrington Promoted
Master Patrol Officer John H. Harrington has been promoted to position of Corporal-Alcohol Compliance Coordinator.
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The Warrensburg Police Department and the University of Central Missouri’s Department of Public Safety conducted alcohol compliance checks of local businesses that possess a liquor license, on September 26, 2008.
NATIONAL FALLEN FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL WEEKEND
October 3, 2008 – Flags in Warrensburg and cross the United States will be lowered this Sunday, October 5, to memorialize our nation’s fallen firefighters.
Director Community Development Appointed
October 4, 2008 – Effective October 1, 2008, Barbara Carroll Assistant Community Development Director was promoted by the City Manager as Director of Community Development.
Municipal Judge Appointed
October 2, 2008 - Mr. James R. Hall has been appointed by the Warrensburg City Manager as the Municipal Judge for a term beginning October 1, 2008 and ending September 30, 2010.
Increased Code Enforcement to Beautify the City
The City of Warrensburg is increasing its efforts to beautify Warrensburg. With the adoption of the 2008-2009 Operating Budget, City Council dedicated additional funds to increase nuisance code enforcement measures.
City Receives Higher Credit Rating
October 1, 2008 – On September 23, 2008 Standard & Poor’s issued its National Debt Rating for the City of Warrensburg, Missouri. Standard and Poor’s statement noted the following: “The issuer credit rating (ICR) on the City of Warrensburg, MO has been raised to ‘A+’ from ‘A’,
PD Recovers Stolen Ring
On August 14, 2008 Warrensburg Police received a report of a ladies ring valued at $7,750 being stolen from a resident at the Country Club Care Center in Warrensburg.
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The Warrensburg Police Department and the University of Central Missouri’s Department of Public Safety conducted alcohol compliance checks of local businesses that possess a liquor license on August 22, 2008.
Historical Survey
The year long effort to survey the historic and cultural resources in Warrensburg is nearing the end.
Public Alert Radio's
Federal agencies have begun distributing more than 182,000 Public Alert Radios to preschools, Head Start programs, K-12 nonpublic schools and nonpublic school central offices, K-12 school district offices and post-secondary schools.
Liquor Compliance Checks
The Warrensburg Police Department and the University of Central Missouri’s Department of Public Safety conducted alcohol compliance checks of local businesses that possess a liquor license, on August 16, 2008.
Fire Department Temporary Relocation
The Warrensburg Fire Department has temporarily relocated Station 1 from City Hall at 102 S. Holden St. to 410 N. Holden St.
June Blood Drive
We had a very successful blood drive yesterday at the Warrensburg Community Center with a total of 102 people coming by to donate.
Celebrate July 4 Safely
The Warrensburg Fire Department wishes everyone a safe 4th of July holiday. As a reminder, fireworks are not permitted to be used in the City Limits of Warrensburg.
Sales Tax Holiday
This year’s sales tax holiday begins at 12:01 am on Friday, August 1, and ends at midnight on Sunday, August 3, for qualifying items. This State and City sales tax holiday should save approximately 6.1% on those items that qualify.
Lions Lake Meeting
On July 28, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. the Warrensburg City Council and Warrensburg Parks & Recreation Board will hold a public comment meeting on Lions Lake in the Warrensburg Community Center
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