LEGAL BID NOTICE FOR EQUIPMENT-PATROL VEHICLE

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:30 a.m. on March 27th, 2025, for one new patrol vehicle which will either be a Special Service and/or Police Pursuit Package type vehicle for law enforcement use.  Vehicle must have all-wheel drive and/or 4-wheel drive and powered by at least a V-6 Eco Boost or equivalent motor with preference given for V-8.  Please include price for V-6 and V-8 powered patrol vehicles.  Bid should include pricing plus additional optional features/pricing to add/delete to be decided by agency.  Please include information on potential date of delivery.

Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk's Office, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.  For additional information please call Sheriff Dustin Woelfle or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. 

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and/or all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 01, 2024.  The bid is for all emergency response equipment, firearms security device, safety push bumper, additional LED front light bar, detainee transport partition and protective security equipment, installation and mounting police radio equipment and car camera system for one 2024 Dodge Durango AWD Police Pursuit vehicle.  Please separate in the bid the cost for equipment (such as brand and model of emergency lights, siren box, push bumper, and so forth), and installation of equipment.  Also include the estimated cost to remove needed and similar equipment from a patrol vehicle that will be decommissioned.

For additional specifications listing please call Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515.  Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:30 a.m. on December 07, 2023 for one new patrol vehicle which will either be a Special Service and/or Police Pursuit Package type vehicle for law enforcement use.  Vehicle must have all-wheel drive and/or 4 wheel drive and powered by at least a V-6 Eco Boost or equivalent motor with preference given for V-8.  Please include price for V-6 and V-8 powered patrol vehicles.  Bid should include pricing plus additional optional features/pricing to add/delete to be decided by agency.  Please include information on potential date of delivery.

Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk's Office, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.  For additional information please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. 

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and/or all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls

Visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) site above to enter VIN numbers and find out if your vehicles need to be repaired as part of a recall.

Be safe,

Sheriff Steve Cox

Northwest District

For more information, contact MoDOT Northwest District Communications at 816-901-4529

February 14, 2023

Public invited to discuss bridge projects
MoDOT hosting four open house informational meetings

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. - The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is planning a project to replace or rehabilitate up to 34 poor-condition bridges in north central Missouri, bringing them up to current standards. Known as the Northwest Bridge Bundle, most of these bridges are on low-volume roads with less than 400 vehicles per day, though some carry a much higher traffic load. These vital bridges which connect rural communities and their citizens have been in place, on average, for 71 years. (To learn which bridges may be included in the project, visit the project's webpage.)

The Northwest Bridge Bundle project will be built using the design-build delivery method which includes hiring one contracting team to complete the design work and build the highway improvement under one contract.

"MoDOT provides the project goals, budget, and completion date and the contractor team completes the work," said Project Director Michael Marriott. "We expect to see significant time and cost savings using design-build for these projects."

The public is invited to a series of four open-house style public information meetings. These meetings will identify the 34 bridges currently being proposed for inclusion in the project, anticipated construction and traffic impacts at each bridge, and a broad overview of the planned schedule. The open house format allows the public to come at any time during the advertised hours, gather information about the project, speak one-on-one with project personnel, ask questions, and leave comments. The information provided at each meeting will be the same, so attendees may choose the date and location most convenient for them:

• Tuesday, March 7 - Keytesville High School, 27247 Mo-5, Keytesville - 4 to 6 p.m.
• Tuesday, March 14 - Chillicothe High School, 2801 Hornet Road, Chillicothe - 4 to 6 p.m.
• Tuesday, March 21 - Milan High School, 373 S. Market Street, Milan - 4 to 6 p.m.
• Tuesday, March 28 - Putnam County High School, 803 S. 20^th Street, Unionville - 4 to 6 p.m.

MoDOT is committed to providing equal access to this event for all participants and will make every reasonable accommodation to provide accessible meeting facilities for all persons.  Appropriate provisions for the hearing and visually challenged or persons with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) will be made if MoDOT is notified by February 20, 2023, at 816-901-4529 or nwcr@modot.mo.gov. A Spanish interpreter will also be available at the meetings.

If you are unable to attend a meeting, information regarding the proposed project and an opportunity to comment is available on the MoDOT website. For those without internet access, information may be obtained by calling 816-901-4529, emailing nwcr@modot.mo.gov, or at MoDOT Northwest District Office, 3602 N. Belt Highway, Saint Joseph, MO.     

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Links to related information:
Northwest Bridge Bundle Webpage

NOTICE TO BIDDERS 

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 26, 2023.  The bid is for all emergency response equipment, firearms security device, safety push bumper, additional LED front light bar, detainee transport partition and protective security equipment, installation and mounting police radio equipment and car camera system for one 2022 Dodge Durango AWD Police Pursuit vehicle.  Please separate in the bid the cost for equipment (such as brand and model of emergency lights, siren box, push bumper, and so forth), and installation of equipment.  Please include date you may begin this project as the vehicle is in our possession and ready to equip.

For additional specifications listing please call Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515.  Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 17, 2022 for Car Camera System for 12 patrol vehicles used by the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Preferred specifications include at least the following:

Seeking dual-camera in-vehicle recording system using a cloud-based storage solution.

Automatic recording initiation required when the light bar is activated.

Additional automatic activations when other 12-volt systems are initiated.

Configurable pre-record length from 30 seconds to 2 minutes.

Automatic upload of footage from the field once a recording is completed.

Link to current body camera system (Visual Labs) for activation and evidence management.

Guidance for installation.

Warranty information.

Annual maintenance information.

Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk's Office, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.  For additional information please call Sheriff Steve Cox at 660-646-0515 or scox@livcoso.org. 

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and/or all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 21, 2021.  The bid is for equipment and installation of all graphic decals, emergency response equipment, firearms security device, detainee transport partition and protective security equipment, preparation equipment for mobile data terminal mounting and all other mounting equipment for one 2022 Dodge Durango AWD/4WD Police Pursuit vehicle.  Please list the cost for equipment (such as brand and model of emergency lights, siren box, push bumper, and so forth), installation of equipment and decals.  We anticipate receiving this new vehicle from factory after February 01, 2022.

For additional specifications listing please call Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515 or email mclaypole@livcoso.org.  Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 21, 2021 for either a 2021 or 2022 new patrol vehicle which is a Special Service and/or Police Pursuit Package.  Vehicle must have all-wheel drive and/or 4 wheel drive and powered by at least a V-6 Eco Boost or equivalent motor.  Please include price for V-6 and V-8 powered patrol vehicles, this will be used by the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Bid should include pricing plus additional optional features/pricing to add/delete to be decided by agency.  Please include information on potential date of delivery.

Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk's Office, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.  The LCSO is seeking to take possession of 1 new vehicle on or after February 01, 2022.  For additional information please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. 

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and/or all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

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June 09, 2021 LCSO found an adult Armadillo road killed on the side of U.S. 36 east of Chillicothe.  We had not seen any of these animals in this area prior to this.  Just another creature and potential hazard motorists, especially motorcyclist need to be on the look out for.

Here is a photo from MDC.mo.gov of an armadillo and a link to read about them from Missouri Department of Conservation:

https://mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/field-guide/nine-banded-armadillo

Enjoy and be safe.

Sheriff Cox

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 25, 2021.  The bid is for new or remanufactured V-8 Hemi motor for 2014 Dodge Ram pickup 4x4, VIN: 1C6RR7XT5ES380946, including complete removal and installation of motor and all necessary items.  Please include any warranty information with bid.  For additional specifications listing please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. 

NOTE:  Sealed bids shall be submitted to Livingston County Clerk Sherry Parks, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 04, 2021.  The bid is for sixteen (16) Glock 45, 9mm handguns with Glock night sights and MOS, including 3 high capacity clips per firearm.  Bid is also for one (1) Glock G-19MOS, Gen 5, 9mm handgun with Glock night sights and 3 high capacity magazines.  All weapons and clips are for law enforcement agency.  For additional specifications listing please call Sheriff Steve Cox at 660-646-0515. 

NOTE:  Sealed bids shall be submitted to Livingston County Clerk Sherry Parks, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

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We need good law.  The SAPA legislation originally proposed only attacks law enforcement and ties our hands and does not stop an overreaching Federal Government on 2nd Amendment issues.

Sheriff Steve Cox

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Livingston County Commission will accept bids on the following roof repair at 901 Webster Street, Chillicothe, Missouri.

Inspection must be done when roof is clear of snow

Power wash existing roof

Repair damaged loose seams

Repair any blisters

Apply primer to the entire roof

Apply seam sealer as needed

Apply flashing grade sealant to all curbs, pipes, and penetrations

Apply 1.5 gallons per 100 sq ft of silicone roof coating for 10 year warranty

Repair any necessary seams in coping metal

Remove any broken material and replace

Remove and dispose of all debris at an approved landfill

Sealed bids may be delivered or mailed to Sherry Parks, County Clerk, 700 Webster St., Chillicothe, Mo 64601 no later than 10:00 a.m. on March 16th, 2021, at which time the bids will be opened.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and the right to accept the lowest or best bid.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 23, 2021.  The bid is for equipment and installation of all graphic decals, emergency response equipment, firearms security device, detainee transport partition and protective security equipment, preparation equipment for mobile data terminal mounting and all other mounting equipment for one 2021 Dodge Charger AWD Police Pursuit vehicle.  Please separate in the bid the cost for equipment (such as brand and model of emergency lights, siren box, push bumper, and so forth), installation of equipment and decals.  We anticipate receiving this new vehicle from factory in approximately 60 days.

For additional specifications listing please call Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515.  Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 04, 2021.  The bid is for seventeen (17) Glock 19X, 9mm handguns with night sights including 3 high capacity clips per firearm plus an additional 40 high capacity clips.  The firearms and clips are for law enforcement purposes.  Please provide the price of handguns and the 40 additional clips separately.

For additional specifications listing please call Sheriff Steve Cox at 660-646-0515.  Sealed bids shall be submitted to Livingston County Clerk Sherry Parks, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 28, 2021 for either a 2020 or 2021 patrol vehicle which is a Special Service and/or Police Pursuit Package.  Vehicle must have all-wheel drive and/or 4 wheel drive and powered by at least a V-6 Eco Boost or equivalent motor.  Please include price for V-6 and V-8 powered patrol vehicle that will be used by the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Bid should include pricing plus additional optional features/pricing to add/delete to be decided by agency.  Please include information on potential date of delivery.

Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk's Office, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.  The LCSO is seeking to take possession of 1 new vehicle on or after February 01, 2020.  For additional information please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. 

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and/or all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

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11-18-20
Livingston County COVID-19 Executive Order Guidance
PER EXECUTIVE ORDER FROM LIVINGSTON COUNTY HEALTH CENTER, CHILLICOTHE MAYOR THERESA KELLY AND PRESIDING COMMISSIONER ED DOUGLAS
This is a continually evolving situation. Expect updates to this order as the COVID-19 Pandemic takes its course.
AN EMERGENCY DECLARATION ESTABLISHING THE REQUIREMENT TO WEAR A FACE MASK IN CERTAIN LOCATIONS IN ORDER TO PREVENT OR LIMIT THE SPREAD OF THE COVID-19 DISEASE AND FIXING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a highly infectious and dangerous disease that on March 11,2020 was declared by the World Health Organization to be a pandemic; and
WHEREAS, due to the COVID-19 pandemic there have been declarations of emergency enacted by the President of the United States, and the Governor of the State of Missouri; and
WHEREAS, due to the rapid spread and the existence of community transmission of COVID-19 within the City, the spread of COVID-19 will continue to grow at an exponential rate for the foreseeable future unless additional measures are implemented to reduce the spread of the disease in Livingston County, and
WHEREAS, in addition to overwhelming the medical system and threatening the health and lives of residents, the spread of the disease will cause economic damage, disruption and hardship in the event the County find in necessary to return to the former stay at home orders to reduce the spread of the disease; and
WHEREAS, due to the escalating spread of the COVID-19 pandemic it is necessary for the immediate preservation of public health, safety and welfare of the residents of Livingston County to take steps to mitigate the spread of the disease; and
WHEREAS, the key transmission method for the COVID-19 virus is through respiratory droplets that people expel when they breathe, speak, cough or sneeze; and
WHEREAS, people can be infected with the COVID-19 virus and be asymptomatic or pre-symptomatic but still be contagious to others; and
WHEREAS, numerous epidemiologists have found that widespread use of a face covering or masks is necessary to prevent the more rapid spread of the COVID-19 virus, and thereby necessary for the safety and health of Livingston county citizens, residents, and visitors; and
WHEREAS, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended that members of the public, when they need to interact with others outside the home, and especially in indoor settings should cover their mouth and nose to prevent inadvertently spreading COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, the wearing of a face covering or mask by patrons and employees to the greatest extent possible may allow businesses to remain open while protecting the health and safely of the public and employees and keeping he local economy strong and out schools open during the period In which the disease is being brought out under control in the community; and
WHEREAS, the Livingston County Health Center. finds that wearing a Face Covering or Mask is an appropriate and necessary method of reducing the spread of COVID-19 and will be the least restrictive means imposed with the greatest benefit to reduce community spread; and
WHEREAS, strict use of face coverings or masks may limit the spread of COVID-19 to such an extent that further Stay at Home Orders may not be needed; and
WHEREAS, the Livingston County Health Center with endorsement from the City of Chillicothe, the Commissioners of Livingston County, Chillicothe R-II School District, and Hedrick Medical Center deem it is in the best interest of public health for individuals to practice social distancing and use the additional precaution of face coverings or masks while in public contact with other persons and finds it is necessary for the immediate preservation of an EMERGENCY DECLARATION on the day of introduction so that such rules may go into effect on November 20, 2020.
AS OF FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH, 2020 THE FOLOWING APPLIES:
Except as otherwise provided in this Declaration all persons age seven years old and above who are present within the jurisdiction of the County of Livingston are required to wear a clean Face Covering or Mask any time they are, or will be, in contact with other people who are not household members. The requirement to wear a Face Covering or Mask shall go into effect on November 20, 2020. The Health Center and Public Officials will constantly monitor the situation and reevaluate at the beginning of the year.
Definition. As used in this declaration, a "Face Covering or Mask" means a covering made of cloth, fabric, or other soft or permeable material, without holes, that covers only the nose and mouth and surrounding areas of the lower face. Medical grade masks are not required; coverings may be fashioned from gators, bandanas or other materials. A covering that hides or obscures the wearer's eyes or forehead is not a Face Mask. A Face Mask may be factory-made, or may be handmade and improvised from ordinary household materials.
Any time an employee or staff person is required to wear a Face Covering or Mask pursuant to this Declaration, the employer shall make face masks available in sufficient quantity to assure each employee can wear a clean Face Covering or Mask at all times.
All public facilities and businesses that are open to the public are required to post a sign at all entrances that face coverings or masks are required to be worn inside the facility or business.
EXCEPTIONS for the Face Covering or Mask requirement are as follows:
1. While outdoors when able to maintain a distance of at least six feet from others
2. While exercising indoors when able to maintain a distance of at least six feet from others
3. When engaged in a sporting activity
4. While at home and exclusively in the presence of members of their own household, provided however, the wearing of a Face Covering or Mask shall be required in all common areas of any multifamily structure
5. When in your or your family's personal vehicle
6. While eating or drinking only when inside or in the outside dining area of a restaurant or other establishment that offers food or beverage service
7. Persons who fall into the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's guidance for those who should not wear face coverings due to a medical condition, mental health condition, developmental disability, or are otherwise covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act
8. When any party to a communication is deaf or hard of hearing and not wearing a Face Covering or Mask is essential to communication
9. While obtaining a service that requires temporary removal of the Face Covering or Mask, such as medical or dental examinations
10. When necessary to confirm the individual's identity
11. When federal or state law prohibits wearing a Face Covering or Mask or requires the removal of a Face Covering or Mask
12. When requested by a law enforcement officer
13. When requested by a medical provider, including emergency response Personnel
14. When in a business/commercial/office setting and not within six feet of any other person, provided however, when moving from place to place in a business location where the person cannot maintain at all times a distance of six feet from all other persons a Face Covering or Mask shall be worn
15. Under such other circumstances identified in any subsequent order, formal guidance or approved Operational Plan issued by the County Health Center and in general conformance with the spirit and intent of this declaration
16. Children under the age of seven (7). Children ages three (3) to seven (7) are strongly encouraged, but not required to wear a face covering, while under direct supervision of an adult, and
17. Persons working in settings which might increase the risk of heat-related illnesses.
Thank you for your cooperation with this Executive Order

(photo courtesy Anankblm and freedigitalphotos.net)

There has been some fake news on social media and rumors circulating about if you carry concealed that you are breaking the law if you are wearing a mask for Covid reasons.

This IS NOT True in Missouri!  It is fake news and a scare tactic.  

You are perfectly legal to carry concealed while wearing your mask for Covid reasons as compared to planning an armed robbery. 

Please stay safe and healthy.

Sheriff Steve Cox

Information on Covid-19 Emergency Order for Livingston County.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2020. The bid is for all graphic decals, emergency response equipment, firearms security device, partitions and protective equipment, preparation equipment for mobile data terminal mounting and all other mounting equipment for one 2020 Dodge Durango AWD Police Pursuit vehicle.  Please separate in the bid the cost for equipment (such as brand and model of emergency light, siren box, push bumper, and so forth), installation of equipment and decals.  We anticipate receiving this new vehicle from factory in approximately 60-90 days.

For additional specifications listing please call Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 09:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 16, 2020 for either a 2019 or 2020 SUV, or patrol car which is a Special Service and/or Police Pursuit Package Vehicle, including all-wheel drive, and powered by at least a V-6 Eco Boost or equivalent motor. Patrol vehicle is for use by the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Bid should include pricing plus additional optional features and pricing to add/delete to be decided by agency.

Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk's Office, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time. The LCSO is seeking to take possession of 1 new vehicle on or after February 01, 2020. For additional information please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and/or all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2019. The bid is for two of each of the following:

Mobile Data Terminals at or equal to CF-33LEHEAVM with Win 10and includes 8MP Camera, Fingerprint authorization and dual pass protected. Two each of: CF-VEK331LMP, GJ-33-LVD2, PJ722-VK mobile printer and equipment, and C-QRPB-103 Printer armrest bracket and all necessary hardware.

For additional specifications listing please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2019. The bid is for all graphic decals, emergency response equipment, firearms security device, protective equipment, preparation equipment for mobile data terminal mounting and all other mounting equipment for two law enforcement vehicles being: 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe 4x4 and a 2019 Dodge Durango AWD/4wd Special Service Vehicle.  The bid must include additional special equipment and decals for the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe for K-9 use, containment and protection of the K-9.  Please include separate bid item showing additional bid to install all the equipment.

For additional specifications listing please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

Information on obtaining addressing signs for your rural residence through the Livingston County Health Center is available by clicking HERE.

Photo courtesy Becris and freedigitalphotos.net

From all of us at the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office, we truly hope you and your family travel safe and have the Happiest of Thanksgivings.

Be thankful for everything you have and enjoy the time with any family and friends.

Respectfully,

Steve Cox

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 09:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 04, 2018 for either a 2018 or 2019 SUV, or patrol car which is a Special Service and/or Police Pursuit Package Vehicle with 4 wheel drive and/or all-wheel drive, and powered by a V-8 motor. For use by the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office.  Bid should include additional optional features to add/delete and pricing must be included with bid.

Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk’s Office, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time. The LCSO is seeking to take possession of 1 new vehicle on or after February 01, 2019. For additional information please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

CHILLICOTHE POLICE DEPARTMENT SHOP WITH A COP FUNDRAISER RAFFLE

To assist with funds for the 2018 annual Shop With a Cop, sponsored by the Chillicothe Police Department, the Kiwanis Club of Chillicothe, and Chillicothe Wal-Mart, the Chillicothe Police Department will be raffling off 2 flat screen TV’s that are brand new in box.

• ) 46 Inch Panasonic Plasma, valued at $698.00
• ) 42 Inch Samsung Plasma, valued at $548.00

Tickets are being sold from October 24th, 2018 until 5:00 PM on December 1st, 2018.

Ticket prices are $2.00 per ticket or 3 tickets for $5.00.

Drawing will take place on December 15th at 8:00AM during the Shop With A Cop event, located at Wal-Mart in Chillicothe.

All proceeds from this raffle with benefit the Shop With A Cop Program supporting the kiddos of the community. (No money goes to the Police Department, only SWAC Event)

Tickets can be purchased at the Chillicothe Police Department, by contacting any member of the Chillicothe Police Department, or the Chillicothe Kiwanis Club.

Event Contact: Chief Jon Maples and Sergeant Jeremy Stephens

The Grand River Heart Restart along with area concerned citizens and medical professionals are having a "Run for your Heart" event this weekend which starts at the Chillicothe Department of Emergency Services.  Proceeds help place an AED in the Grand River Community and raises awareness.

Great Event that may help save lives.  For additional information and registration please click HERE.

God Bless the U.S.A. 

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2018. The bid is for two complete in-car computers/tablet with minimum 13.3” screen, swing away docking stations, mounts, all power and necessary equipment to use both in and out of the patrol vehicle as well as the office, Mobile Thermal Complete Package, minimum 16GB memory and 512GB SSD, 5-year warranty, and include all wires and adapters, and must have minimum of 4G LTE w/GPS, protective covering, Win10PRO and rugged 83-key backlit touchpad keyboard.

For additional specifications information please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

Sindy Thomas                Dena Davis

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO!!!

We truly appreciate the hard work and dedication shown by Sindy Thomas and Dena Davis at the Livingston County Sheriffs' Office.  These ladies work very hard each day and help us serve this county!

An outstanding opportunity to attend a free self-defense class for women.  Class is in Cameron, MO on April 15, 2018.  Click HERE for more information.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 29, 2018. The bid is for one Motorola or equivalent radio for a patrol vehicle.  Radio must be MOSWIN compliant and of dual-purpose design for Digital and Analog.  This bid also includes one SVR P250 P25 twenty-channel digital vehicular repeater or equivalent which works with the above car radio for law enforcement and emergency communications.

For additional specifications information please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

Please click HERE to view excellent information on Severe Weather Week March 4-10, 2018.  This information was prepared by the National Weather Service (NWS).

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 08, 2018 for a 2018 SUV Special Service/Police Package Vehicle. Bid requires vehicle either be 4-wheel drive and/or all-wheel drive with V-8 motor, factory wired for equipment installation and/or equipment provided and installed, and include additional optional features to add/delete with pricing. Vehicle is for use by the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office as an emergency patrol vehicle.

For additional information please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to February 08, 2018.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

Operation HELP Chili Supper on January 19, 2018

Mark Your Calendar!

Operation Help Fundraiser

Spaghetti Supper

Friday, October 20th

4:00 – 7:00 p.m.

First Christian Church Community Room

900 Jackson, Chillicothe, MO

660-646-2602

Free will donation

Menu: Spaghetti, salad, garlic bread

& assortment of desserts

Drinks: Coffee, tea & water

Proceeds go to the Ministerial Alliance’s Operation Help

Event sponsored by the First Christian Church

Recently Deputy Mueller met with Robert Romesburg and Kaity Cabral of www.shoppetcentral.com. They donated some Kong Extreme toys for Zaki as a get well gift after learning Zaki was injured by a vehicle.

We appreciate their compassion and friendship.

Sheriff Steve Cox

Meeting with new Chillicothe City Administrator Darin Chappell and Mayor Chuck Haney

On Wednesday, August 16, Sheriff Steve Cox was honored to meet and spend time with new Chillicothe City Administrator Darin Chappell and Mayor Chuck Haney. We had a great conversation and I see the potential for Mr. Chappell to become the best city administrator in the history of Chillicothe.

The LCSO is very excited for the opportunity to work with a new city administrator and also a new police chief in the near future.

Sheriff Steve Cox

 Sindy Fitzpatrick                              Dena Davis

The entire Livingston County Sheriff’s Office wants to take the opportunity during Administrative Professionals Week to thank Sindy Fitzpatrick and Dena Davis for their hard work and dedication to this office and serving the public with respect.

Sheriff Steve Cox

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 06, 2017. The bid is for one Motorola or equivalent radio for a patrol vehicle. Radio must be MOSWIN compliant and of dual-purpose design for Digital and Analog.

For additional specification information please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 23, 2017 for a 2017 SUV Special Service and/or Police Package Vehicle with either 4 wheel drive and/or all-wheel drive, for use by the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office. Bid must include additional optional features to add/delete and pricing must be included with bid.

For additional information please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 prior to above date/time.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

Detective Jay Cooksey of the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office shared information and photographs of a project he and son Casen (age 7) have completed. The two made a pine wood derby car for Casen’s entry to the Pine Wood Derby on Saturday, January 21, 2016 for Cub Scout Pack 120 Den #2.

Their worked is highly detailed and a striking replica of the Dodge Charger Police Package vehicle primarily assigned to Deputy Chris Mueller who is also our K-9 officer.

We are proud of the work Jay and Casen did and their willingness to share this with us. We wish you the best of luck in the upcoming Derby.

Sheriff Steve Cox

Click HERE to view the Operation Help Chili Supper set for January 20, 2017.

Great cause and awesome people. 

Please click HERE to view the Operation HELP Fundraiser Spaghetti Supper this Friday, October 21, 2016 from 4:00-7:00 p.m.

Free will donation and proceeds go to the Ministerial Alliance's Operation Help. 

Location is 900 Jackson Street, Chillicothe, MO.  Call 660-646-2602 for questions or donation.

Great cause, Awesome people, and Wonderful food!!!!

https://www.buzzfeed.com/talalansari/hundreds-detained-in-india-for-scam-threatening-us-citizens#.mcMA2nak2O

Although I am uncertain how accurate this web link is, hopefully it is point on and might stop some of these scams which harass and steal from our citizens.

Sheriff Steve Cox

GOD BLESS the United States of America

In remembrance of 9-11-01

Bless our citizens, first responders, and military!

Yesterday Aiden and his mother stopped by the LCSO and we were able to help celebrate Aiden’s 14th birthday! Aiden especially enjoyed being in the patrol vehicle and working the equipment. A good time was had by all.

Thank you Aiden for brightening our day, we hope your birthday was awesome!

Sheriff Steve Cox

Click here to view the veto of Senate Bill 656 by Governor Nixon on the potential change to Concealed Carry Permits in the State of Missouri.

(photo courtesy Stuart Miles and freedigitalphotos.net)

On behalf of the men and women of the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office we want to send a Happy Father’s Day wish to every Dad, Grand Dad, Step Dad, and Foster Dad. We see and appreciate the hard work and dedication you have for your children and families.  We understand the hard work and sacrifice you make for your family.  We also know it is all truly appreciated by many.

Be safe and enjoy your day!

Sheriff Steve Cox

Kudos to BAM Organizers and Supporters!

(photo courtesy Stuart Miles and freedigitalphotos.net)

A big Thank You to Amy Supple, Doug Long, Chillicothe Area Chamber of Commerce, Chief Darrell Wright, Bam Volunteers, the ambulance staff, Wheeling Fire, Dawn First Responders, Chula Fire First Responders, Chillicothe Parks and Chillicothe Street Departments, MoDOT, and the police, troopers, dispatchers, and deputies, and everyone else who worked the 2-day BAM Event.

This event brought hundreds of people through our area. I/we heard many positive comments from participants, supporters, organizers, businesses, and citizens. I saw quite a few of the participants enjoying Chillicothe and taking photos of the murals.

There was a great deal of responsibility and organization which took place for months and weeks ahead of BAM. Those involved did an excellent job.

If you have time consider donating BLOOD to the Community Blood Center today at the United Methodist Church on Walnut Street in Chillicothe. Open until 6 this evening

Sheriff Cox and another Livingston County elected official joined others from our community in giving blood today!  It is a rewarding feeling to help save life.

(photo courtesy vectorolie and freedigitalphotos.net)

We appreciate and respect all the heroes who have sacrificed for our great country so we may enjoy freedom and liberty.

CLICK HERE to view the Bishop Hogan Memorial School Eagles Nest report for April 20, 2016.

Click HERE to view the Bishop Hogan Memorial School EAGLES Nest report for 2-11-2016.

(photo courtesy Anankkml and freedigitalphotos.net)

Missouri Supreme Court: Amendment 5 doesn’t give nonviolent felons gun rights

February 9, 2016 by Mike Lear

The state Supreme Court has ruled a 2014 constitutional amendment strengthening Missourians’ rights to own firearms does not allow nonviolent felons to have guns.

The Missouri Supreme Court

Three men charged with being felons in possession of firearms had challenged those charges, arguing the passage by voters of Amendment 5 in 2014 negated state law against nonviolent felons owning guns. That amendment declared the right to keep and bear arms “unalienable” and subjected laws restricting gun rights to a higher legal standard of evaluation. Lower courts had ruled in favor of those individuals.

Attorneys for those individuals argued the language of Amendment 5, which excluded a, “convicted violent felon,” meant only violent felons could not possess guns, and that courts would have to make a determination whether a felony was “violent.”

The Supreme Court ruled 5-2 in both cases that the constitution does not bar the legislature from keeping violent felons from having guns. In one of the cases it additionally ruled that the constitution as it existed before Amendment 5 applies to cases of crimes committed before that amendment was adopted.

Both cases were sent back to the lower courts they came out of, so the cases against the three men charged with being felons in possession of firearms may continue.

To view the Bishop Hogan Eagles Nest report for February 05, 2016, please CLICK HERE.

To view the BHMS Eagles Nest report for 1-29-16, please CLICK HERE.

This is what happened when the sheriff slowly backed out a sloped drive with packed ice and the door came in contact with a hedge hitching post.  The hedge post survived just fine.

To view Bishop Hogan Memorial School February 2016 Calendar, please CLICK HERE.

(photo courtesy Stuart Miles and freedigitalphotos.net)

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 10:00 a.m. on February 11, 2016 for a 2016 SUV Special Service and/or Police Package Vehicle with either 4 wheel drive or all-wheel drive, for use by the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office. Additional optional features to add/delete and pricing must be included with bid.

For additional information please call Sheriff Steve Cox or Chief Deputy Michael Claypole at 660-646-0515. Sealed bids shall be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Ed Douglas

Presiding Commissioner

To view the BHMS Eagles Nest report for 1-22-16, please CLICK HERE.

To view the EAGLES NEST report for Bishop Hogan Memorial School for 01-15-2016 please click HERE.

To view the Eagles Nest report for Bishop Hogan Memorial School for 1-8-16 please CLICK HERE.

The Livingston County Sheriff's Office held our 5th annual Secret Santa program in December 2015.  Here is a great article about a portion of that program with Fox 4 News in Kansas City and a local link for a more complete story from the Chillicothe Constitution Tribune.

http://fox4kc.com/2015/12/22/secret-santa-and-sheriff-help-girl-fulfill-christmas-wish-of-giving/

http://www.chillicothenews.com/news/20151224/little-girls-christmas-wish-comes-true-through-secret-santa-venture
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We wanted to share a photo sent to us of Sheriff Steve Cox, wife Beth and their dog Freya, (the Cox family Standard Poodle) from the 2015 Chillicothe Christmas Parade.  

The 3 of us had fun and it is always an honor to help lead this parade. Freya very much enjoyed the huge smiles and positive comments from lots of children and many adults.

We Wish you a Very Merry Christmas,

Sheriff Steve Cox, Beth Cox, Family, and Freya

CLICK HERE to view the Bishop Hogan Memorial School Eagles Nest Report for 12-11-2015.

Mark Your Calendar!

Operation Help Fundraiser

Spaghetti Supper

Friday, October 23rd

4:00 – 7:00 p.m.

First Christian Church Community Room

900 Jackson, Chillicothe, MO

660-646-2602

Free will donation

Menu: Spaghetti, salad, garlic bread

& assortment of desserts

Drinks: Coffee, tea & water

Proceeds go to the Ministerial Alliance’s Operation Help

Event sponsored by the First Christian Church

To view the October 08, 2010 Eagles Nest Report please CLICK HERE.

To view the October calendar for Bishop Hogan Memorial School, please click HERE.

To view the Eagles Nest for BHMS for September 25, 2015 please click HERE.

Please take time to participate in our latest Poll question on our website. You may view this at http://livcoso.org/ We appreciate your input and being a part of our team.

Steve Cox

It was an honor to again lead the Wheeling Labor Day Parade this year.

Thanks to everyone involved in organizing the parade and other Labor Day activities in Wheeling. Very nice people and great job.

Steve Cox

Sheriff Steve Cox recently attended training at the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association 70th Summer Conference. All of the 114 elected Missouri Sheriffs were in attendance at the conference.

Outstanding training was provided by the MSA which included programs on Sovereign Citizens, Street Smart Force-Reducing Violent Encounters, Sex Offender Compliance, ISIL and Homegrown Violent Extremists, School Bus Tragedy in Alabama, School Bus Safety, Budgets, Financial Crimes Investigations, Missouri Sunshine Law, Police Communications & Interoperability, Juvenile Justice and Procedures, and Charge Code/LIVE Scan Updates.

Sheriff Cox was appointed to the Missouri Sheriffs Association Training Committee Sheriff Cox was also placed on the Missouri Victims Assistance Network (MOVANS) committee.

North Central Missouri and 3rd class Counties are well represented with the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association. Congrats to Grundy County Sheriff Rodney Herring who was sworn in as the MSA 2015 President and to Caldwell County Sheriff Jerry Galloway on being elected to the MSA Executive Board and sworn in as Sergeant-At-Arms.

Farming looks mighty easy when your plow is a pencil and you're a thousand miles from the corn field.

Take an Active Role in Fighting Crime- Join the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association

Effective crime prevention requires the support of a partnership between the sheriff’s office and the community.

The MSA is a non-profit organization with a mission to support the office of sheriff and the Constitution through legislative efforts, training and technical assistance. Everyone is eligible – you don’t have to be in law enforcement to join. In fact, 90 percent of all members are businesses owners or non-law enforcement residents of the community who want to do what they can to support their local law enforcement.

Membership fees are used for a variety of projects.

Sheriffs are mandated to have at least 20 hours of classroom instruction each calendar year relating to the operations of the sheriff's office. The MSA, in place since 1945, helps them accomplish that by annually offering training conferences and seminars that focus on a wide range of topics – everything from how to make schools safer to how to reduce jail liability. The MSA also offers training for jail administrators, chief deputies and other personnel who work in those offices, regularly holding seminars, both online and in classrooms.

The MSA operates a premier law enforcement training academy with satellite offices in 13 different locations throughout the state. As a full service, state-licensed training academy, Missouri Sheriffs’ Association Training Academy offers basic peace officer training, continuing education and grant-funded training, graduating more than 31,000 Missouri peace officers in the past four years and again ranking No. 1 in the state as to total number of basic academy graduates per year for the fourth year in a row. Each year, the MSA provides $1,000 scholarships to 16 college-bound Missouri high school seniors who intend to pursue a criminal justice career and who will be attending a Missouri college or university.

Need more reasons to join? The MSA has the only statewide crime victims unit that serves victims in every county throughout the state. To date, advocates have served more than 600 victims, helping them and their families deal with the after-effects of violent crime, including accompanying them to court and finding needed resources.

The MSA is also strongly involved in monitoring legislation and then acting as a voice for the sheriffs when bills are introduced that will affect their office and the communities they serve. The MSA helped fight – and win – the battle to keep individuals’ personal information confidential when applying for a concealed carry permit. The association also keeps sheriffs up to date with the latest research and technology, writing grants that will allow them to purchase products and systems needed to provide effective law enforcement.

Honorary members receive membership cards for their wallets, decals for their vehicles and copies of The Missouri Sheriff magazine, all for just $25.00. As a $50.00 business member they also receive a plaque to display in their businesses. Business owners who want to further support their local sheriffs can advertise in the MSA magazine, the only one of its kind dedicated to the office of sheriff.

If you value honesty, hard work and personal responsibility, core values adopted by the MSA, take action now. Become a member today!

For more information visit the MSA website at www.mosheriffs.com or click HERE for MSA brochure and Membership or HERE for History Book Information and Membership.

Interesting article in the St. Joseph News Press on the Iowa fugitive apprehended here in January at Poosey Park near the Panthers Den.  Appears Mr. Graham is headed to Federal Court instead of Court in the State of Iowa.  These Federal charges carry a potentially more significant sentence.

Typically State Courts withdraw any charges they have when a case is handed over to the U.S. Attorney for Federal prosecution.

http://www.newspressnow.com/news/local_news/article_28fea7c5-fa49-5637-b7b1-7583daf7f2ab.html

FOX 4 News (WDAF-TV) in Kansas City recently interviewed members of the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  We appreciate the information the news crew wanted to share with their audience.

Please take a few moments and view each of these stories:

May 18, 2015:

http://fox4kc.com/2015/05/18/crime-simulator-puts-public-in-officers-shoes-for-moments-of-heart-pounding-chaos/

May 12, 2015:

http://fox4kc.com/2015/05/12/chillicothe-man-thrilled-to-have-beloved-pet-capuchin-monkey-back-home/

Thank you Abby Eden and FOX 4 News.

Sheriff Steve Cox

Deputy Nicholas Leadbetter

For 2 days last week, Deputy Nicholas Leadbetter attended the Remington Defense/ Bushmaster Patrol Rifle Armorer School, hosted by the Leewood Kansas Police Department. At that training Deputy Leadbetter was instructed on how to better service and maintain our patrol rifles. This course went in depth on how to construct and deconstruct a patrol rifle in various platforms.

Our patrol rifles are an investment and a tool that protects and enhances the safety of our community and officers. Deputy Leadbetter is now assigned the task of ensuring these firearms are running correctly and will continue to run correctly for years to come. Deputy Leadbetter will be able to repair and replace parts without shipping the firearms to a manufacturer, which is both expensive and time consuming.

Click HERE to view the Bishop Hogan Memorial School Eagles Nest report for May 15, 2015.

Thank you for supporting BHMS students and staff!!!

(photo courtesy Stuart Miles and freedigitalphotos.net)

On May 13, 2015 the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office mailed 500 notices to the next prospective jury panel.   By law the Circuit Clerk of the County (Brenda Wright) is obligated to obtain/prepare a list of the prospective jurors for each term. Then the sheriff is required to submit that notice to each person and we do this by U.S. Mail.

It might be a good day to buy a lottery ticket or donate some extra cash to your Church or charity.

CLICK HERE to view the Eagles Nest May 01, 2015 report for Bishop Hogan Memorial School.

To view the BHMS Eagles Nest Report for April 24, 2015 please click HERE.

Thank you for supporting Bishop Hogan School.

Please consider attending the Linebach Community Fund Raiser at Linneus this Saturday evening.  This is a great thing for some wonderful people.

Click HERE to view the information.

Deputy Perez                  Deputy Bagley

The week of April 13, 2015 Deputy Will Perez and Deputy Dave Bagley attended a very in-depth training for one full week at the Missouri State Highway Patrol Training Academy in Jefferson City. The deputies received advanced training in the Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC).

This training included both day and night classes on emergency vehicle operations on all types of roadways in various types of conditions with different types of patrol vehicles. The officers obtained lifelong skills which increases the safety of everyone on the roadway and minimize potential for accidents, injury, and liability.

We are proud that Deputy Perez and Deputy Bagley attended this course. Both officers reported back they had learned a great deal about vehicle and emergency vehicle operations. All the LCSO road patrol deputies receive advanced driver training to maintain a higher level of professionalism and responsibility to our community.

Sheriff Steve Cox

March 8-11, 2015 Sheriff Cox attended the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association Spring Conference. Missouri Sheriffs were provided information on various issues and received training in the areas of Racial Profiling, Safe Driving, Records Retention-Storage-Destruction, Leadership, Community Policing and Crisis Communication.

Missouri law requires all elected Sheriffs to attend a minimum of 20 hours training each year from the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association.

CLICK HERE to view the April 10, 2015 Bishop Hogan Memorial Schools Eagle Nest Report.

National Crime Victims' Rights Week is April 19-25, 2015.

To view the information on National Crime Victims' Rights Week Ceremony being held at the Livingston County Courthouse on April 20, 2015 please CLICK HERE.

To view the BHMS Eagles Nest for March 13, 2015 please click here.

http://www.rafterconline.com/cgi-bin/mnlist.cgi?rafterc16/9408    (office supplies)

http://www.rafterconline.com/cgi-bin/mnlist.cgi?rafterc16/9409    (television)

http://www.rafterconline.com/cgi-bin/mnlist.cgi?rafterc16/9410    (copy machine)

http://www.rafterconline.com/cgi-bin/mnlist.cgi?rafterc16/9411    (oven hood and fire supression system)

All items are in good working order and are "being sold in as is where is condition" with no warranties implied or expressed.

All are for sale on www.rafterconline.com  Sale ends April 13, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.

By authority of the Livingston County Commission the Livingston County Sheriff's Office is selling the following Jail door with working lock, key, and bars immediately surrounding the jail door.

We sold one of these a few months ago and due to the demand for opportunity to have a unique "man cave" we are doing it again.  The jail door, lock and bars have served this county jail from 1978 through 2012.

Could be great security for a gun room or man cave.

Sold in "As Is, Where Is Condition" no warranties implied or expressed.  See link below for additional information.  Buyer is responsible for removal.  If you only want the door or part of the bars that too is ok, but it still sells as advertised.

Rafter C On Line Auctions has this and other excess property for sale from the Livingston County Sheriff's Office, 901 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601.

http://www.rafterconline.com/cgi-bin/mnlist.cgi?rafterc16/9424

The Livingston County Commission has authorized the sale of a retired LCSO patrol car.  The sale is being conducted on an online auction site being www.rafterconline.com to view the patrol car and additional information you may also click here: 

http://www.rafterconline.com/cgi-bin/mnlist.cgi?rafterc16/9425

The car is being sold "As is where is" condition with no warranty implied or expressed.

Thank you for looking and supporting the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.

SC

Please click HERE to view the Menu for Bishop Hogan Memorial School for March 2015.

Thank you for supporting BHMS!

Click HERE to view the Eagles Nest for January 30, 2015.

To view the lunch menu for the Bishop Hogan Memorial School for February 2015 click here.

To view the lunch menu for March 2015 click here.

To view the February 2015 calendar for BHMS please click here.

Thank you for supporting Bishop Hogan school and students. 

Click HERE to view the Eagles Nest News for January 09, 2015 from Bishop Hogan Memorial School.

Help Support the North Cental Missouri Children's Advocacy Center

Champagne & Diamond Dinner & Dance

click HERE to view details

Click HERE to view the Bishop Hogan Memorial School 2015 Calendar.

The Livingston County Sheriff's Office is proud to be Partners in Education with Mrs. Wolf's 2014 Class.  The wonderful students and Mrs. Wolf made an awesome gift they shared with us and we would like to share it with all of you.

The Gingerbread Class

Written and Illustrated by Mrs. Wolf's Class

2014

Click Here

(Photo courtesy Stuart Miles and freedigitalphotos.net)

Here are 2 quotes from Winston Churchill that have a great deal of meaning in life still today.  Give both a few thoughts this week as time permits.

"You have enemies? Good. That means you’ve stood up for something, sometime in your life."

“A lie gets halfway around the world before the truth has a chance to get its pants on.”

To view the Eagles Nest flyer for December 07, 2014, please CLICK HERE.

Click Here to view the Bishop Hogan Memorial School Eagles Nest Report for November 26, 2014.

Click Here to view the December 2014 School Menu for Bishop Hogan Memorial School.

If you would like information posted to our website blog and Facebook for your Church, School, Community, or Civic Group please email that information along with any photos to sheriffcox@gmail.com and it will be posted when time permits.

Thank you,

Steve Cox

(Photo courtesy Master isolated images and freedigitalphotos.net)

The men and women of the Livingston County Sheriff's Office wish to share our appreciation to all our Facebook friends.  This week we have received 144 new "Likes" giving us 2,051 total "Likes" at the time of this blog.

Our social media friends have been extremely helpful to area law enforcement.  You have given us a heads up on criminal activities, tips on fugitives, and shared important information with thousands of people here and in north Missouri.  You have helped in locating missing persons and prevented people from falling prey to scams and other criminals.  All of which has greatly increased safety for this and other communities and helped people that are already victims of crime.

Your support, knowledge, and willingness to help has been and always will be very much appreciated!  We work in and for a great community and people.  It is our pleasure to serve you and strive to do what is right.

Thank you and Be Safe,

Steve Cox

Recently a Scout group came to the LCSO and met with Deputy Will Perez and Deputy Ryan Ford.  The group was given a tour and discussion about the LCSO.  They also got first hand views of patrol vehicles and equipment.

Our staff had a great time with the group!

Please call us if you have a group that would enjoy a similar tour.

Click here to see the Bishop Hogan Memorial School November 2014 Calendar and Menu.

Raptor photo courtesy of Tim Beach and freedigitalphotos.net

The men and women of the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office proudly salute all of our Military Veterans and active service personnel.  Each member of every branch of service has been and will always be respected and admired for protecting our country, freedom, and Constitution.

Thank you for your service, sacrifices and hard work you have and continue to give all of us.

Respectfully,

Steve Cox

 Deputy Timothy A. Bryan

We are pleased to introduce our new employee to the Livingston County Sheriff's Office.  Deputy Timothy (Tim) A. Bryan came to our office wanting to move to the Livingston County area for multiple reasons.  He and his family are excited to be here and we are happy to have them on our team.

Tim may be reached at tbryan@livcoso.org or by calling the LCSO at 660-646-0515.  Deputy Bryan's bio information is attached.

Please join in welcoming him to our team and community.  Steve Cox

Deputy Bryan's bio:

Born in1964 at Wright Memorial Hospital in Trenton MO. Lived in Trenton until June 1982.

Active member of the community in the Boy Scouts of America.

Graduated from Trenton High School in 1982. While in High School played football and wrestling.

Upon graduation enlisted in the United States Army. Completed basic training and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Knox KY.

During his Army Career Tim was stationed at Fort Riley KS, Camp Casey Korea, Fort Knox KY twice, German, Saudi Arabia and Iraq for Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm.  Deputy Bryan was assigned as a Tank Commander/Instructor.

After completing 12 years of active duty Military began work as a Corrections Officer for the Missouri Department of Corrections while going to the Police Academy to begin a career as a law enforcement officer.

Upon completion of the Police Academy began as a Deputy Sheriff for the Ray County Sheriff’s Office and worked there for close to 2 years before accepting employment as a Police Officer for the City of Lawson MO.

Deputy Bryan is married with one child and 3 step children and 1 Grandson. 

This is a good cause with great people.  Please share this with your family, friends, and co-workers!!!!

Will Perez

Deputy Will Perez has completed training in the area of DWI Enforcement and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing at the Lees Summit Police Department.  The training began Monday, October 27 and concluded Wednesday, October 29.

Deputy Perez has been with the LCSO since June 2014.  You may reach Will at wperez@livcoso.org.

Click HERE to view the information on the Fundraiser for Operation HELP.  A very good cause that helps many people in our area.

Click Here to view the Bishop Hogan Memorial School Eagles Nest report for 10-17-14.

photo courtesy Stuart Miles and freedigitalphotos.net

Results from 2 recent poll questions posted on the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office website are:

1.        What are your thoughts on what the SALT Center (homeless shelter) is for our community?

47% who took the poll responded it is a positive addition.

43.2% responded it is not needed here.

9.8% said they need more information.

2.        What are your thoughts on Ebola becoming widespread in the USA?

5.5% of the responses said it won’t happen here.

7.3% said they are preparing now.

32.7% believe maybe a few isolated incidents.

54.5% answered the Federal government has no idea.

Thanks for following us on our website and Facebook.

Steve Cox

Click Here to view the October 2014 calendar for Bishop Hogan Memorial School.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission for certain equipment and supplies to be used at the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office.  Item subject to bid is a Camera System for the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office with at least the following features:

9 Indoor 2 Megapixel IP Camera’s.

4 Outdoor 5 Megapixel IP Camera’s.

POE network switch to provide network connectivity as well as power to all cameras.

Recording equipment capable of retaining video a minimum of 45 days.

Equipment to burn DVD’s and CD’s of video and audio recordings.

Installation of all equipment to include all necessary cabling, network switches to isolate from the active network.

1 year on-site warranty on all hardware.

Integration to current IT systems within the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office.

Sealed bids will be accepted until Thursday, October 24, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. and may be mailed or delivered to Office of County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, Missouri 64601.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the best bid and right to refuse or reject any or all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Eva Danner Horton, Presiding Commissioner

(Publish Thursday, October 02, 2014)

(Legal publication please)

You have enemies? Good. That means you've stood up for something, sometime in your life.

Have a great week. 

Steve Cox

Click here to view the Bishop Hogan Memorial School Eagles Nest flyer.

Thank you for supporting Bishop Hogan School.

The Sheriff’s Office lost two friends this week with the passing of Barb Bailey and Reva Carr.  They were both wonderful people and strong supporters of law enforcement.  We ask that you share in our thoughts and prayers for the family, friends and loved ones.

Thank you,

Steve Coox

Please take our poll question on our website regarding the SALT Center in Chillicothe. 

www.livcoso.org

Thanks and have a great weekend.

Steve Cox

To view the Eagles Nest News for September 19, 2014 please CLICK HERE.

To view the September 12, 2014 Eagles Nest report for Bishop Hogan Memorial School, please

click here.

Please support our public and private schools in Chillicothe and

Livingston County!!!

***IMPORTANT NOTICE***

***POTENTIAL SCAM WARNING***

Kelly Christopher, Recorder of Deeds and Steve Ripley Assessor

 Warn Property Owners to be Wary of Mail Offers

For Copies of Deeds and Property Assessment Information

Once again another company is trying taking advantage of Livingston County citizens.  Livingston County Recorder of Deeds Kelly Christopher and Livingston County Assessor Steve Ripley urge county residents to be wary of mail offers to provide copies of legal documents.

Local citizens contacted Kelly Christopher, Recorder of Deeds, about a private company’s offer to provide copies of deeds and property assessment profiles to home owners for an excessive fee. The California based company has mailed the offer to residents of Livingston County.   The Recorders’ and Assessors’ Associations of Missouri have previously contacted the Missouri Attorney General’s office regarding these type of offers from companies.

Property owners in the area have received a letter offering a copy of their grant deed and property assessment profile for $83.00 or more.   These companies simply contact local offices to obtain the documents then turn around and mail it to the homeowner while charging them the higher fees. 

Christopher said most property owners obtain their original property deed when their property is purchased. If additional copies are needed, they may be obtained directly from the County.  County fees are $1 per page; most property deeds are no more than one or two pages long.  Property assessment information is available for 25₵ per copy.

"I am concerned about companies trying to take advantage of our citizens by not being truthful.   If anyone receives one of these letters and would like a copy of their deed or assessment information, I urge them to ignore it and contact the Recorder’s or Assessor’s Office", stated Christopher.

For information or to obtain a copy of your property deed or assessment information, you may visit the Livingston County Courthouse at 700 Webster St., Chillicothe, Mo, or call the Recorder’s Office at (660) 646-8000 ext 6 or the Assessor’s Office at (660) 646-8000 ext 2.

To view the Eagles Nest report for August 23, 2014 from Bishop Hogan Memorial School please CLICK HERE. 

Missouri Sheriffs’ Association President Kevin Bond has appointed Sheriff Steve Cox to the MSA’s Legislative Committee which is chaired by Grundy County Sheriff Rodney Herring.  Sheriff Cox was also appointed to MSA’s Membership and Media Committee which is chaired by Dallas County Sheriff Mike Rackley.

Sheriff Cox previously served on the MSA Executive Board of Directors and was the 2010 MSA President.

These are pictures of the most recent patrol car we added to the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office Road Patrol.  This is a 2012 Dodge Charger Police Package which was purchased in March 2014 and put into service in May 2014 after being properly equipped.

The used vehicle was bought from the Missouri State Highway Patrol and had approximately 55,000 miles at the time of purchase.  We have added the necessary equipment and assigned this patrol vehicle to Deputy Chris Mueller as the primary driver.

The LCSO road patrol are assigned vehicles as we are a small organization and depend on all our road patrol when a serious emergency occurs which provides for a much timelier and effective response to any situation.

The LCSO had a demonstrated need for the newer patrol vehicle due to excessive mileage and mechanical issues.

The used MSHP Patrol Car cost approximately $15,750 but $8,999 of that cost was covered by a Local Law Enforcement Block Grant we had received.

Deputy Chris Mueller

Deputy Chris Mueller recently attended a 2 week training session at the Missouri State Highway Patrol Training Academy on Firearms Instruction.

Deputy Muller had to perform at high levels of efficiency and accuracy with handguns, rifles, and shotguns.  Additionally he studied the roles and responsibilities of firearms instruction for law enforcement.

Deputy Mueller will not only provide instruction and certification training for the officers at the Livingston County Sheriffs’ Office.  Chris will also assist other agencies and will be the firearms instructor for the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association Training Academy which is hosted by the Livingston County Sheriffs’ Office in Chillicothe beginning August 07, 2014.  By having an in-house firearms instructor it will also save us money from having to pay for individual officer certifications every year.

Chris has been a deputy sheriff with the LCSO since 2010.  We are proud of his accomplishments and the work he does for the citizens of Livingston County.

Deputy Will Perez

Will was born in Brockton, Massachusetts and has lived most of his life in Massachusetts and moved to Kirksville in February 2014 to pursue his career in law enforcement, prior to taking and passing the Missouri POST Exam he served as a Military Police Officer for 9 years in the United States Army.

He served as a Reserve Deputy in Schuyler County. He is a father to a beautiful daughter named Leylani and always says that everything he does is for her.

He looks forward to building a relationship with the community of Livingston County and looks forward to helping those in need and to serve his community.

Will began road patrol duties/training with our office on June 23, 2014 and may be reached at wperez@livcoso.org.

Deputy Jacob Peterson

I recently attended a week of training focused on helping
chaplains/pastors understand the culture of Law Enforcement, and the challenge of being a chaplain in that culture. Along with 30-35
others, some pastors, officers, and retired officers, we discussed
various aspects of the job. We discussed things such as the history of
American Law Enforcement, history of SWAT, and a chaplain's place in both. We discussed the Chaplains place at a crime scene, during
officer involved shootings, and deaths. We also discussed a chaplains
place during and after an active shooter situation or critical
incident. A very important aspect to this training was gaining a large
network of other chaplains who have active programs set up in their
agencies.

My goal for the near future is to set up a program that involves local pastors and lay people, that will include training, input, and a system for things such as critical incidents and their place in that recovery. Without a system put in place, there will be chaos. Prior to this employment, I will work with the office command staff to set up a General Order/Policy manual for the chaplain program. This will be done with great help from local agencies, the National Sheriff's Association, and those who I attended training with last week.

Click HERE to view the latest Eagles Nest News.

Click HERE for the May 2014 Bishop Hogan Memorial School Lunch Menu.

(photo courtesy of the MSHP Training Academy)

Deputy Nicholas Leadbetter recently received a weeks-worth of intensive driving and pursuit driving skills and enhanced training.

Deputy Leadbetter attended the Missouri State Highway Patrol Training Academy’s Emergency Vehicle Operations Course.  The training consists of class room and all types of driving on the MSHP training track.

Students learn all types of information about vehicles, weight shift, breaking, acceleration, and emergency vehicle operations under all types of conditions and stress.  The week long course also includes some night time driving.

All LCSO deputies attend advanced vehicle operations course(s) to better protect them and all other motorists during job performance.

April 09 Deputy Chris Mueller, Captain Sindy Fitzpatrick and Detective Eric Menconi received training from the Missouri Sheriffs Association Training Academy on Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs.  The instructor is highly respected and extremely knowledgeable of these types of gangs in the Midwest and in rural Missouri.

The training from free to the LCSO as we are members of the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association.

In this presentation scheduled between 90 and 120 minutes is an overview of the most typical crimes perpetrated against minors and children over the Internet.  As such we will discuss some of the most common sites where kids can be victimized and some of the challenges law enforcement faces.  We will also discuss some of the special challenges cellular telephones and hand held devices present to parents and law enforcement. 

We will also discuss pornography on the Internet as well as the epidemic of child pornography in the US and Missouri.  Sexting and Cyber bulling and why they damage so many families, Child Enticement and how these crimes relate to social media.  We will also discuss steps parents should take when allowing their children to use technology and prevention measures to help keep our children and families safe from Internet predators.

This presentation will be instructed by Detective Andy Anderson of the Boone County Sheriff’s Department currently assigned as the coordinator / supervisor of the Cyber Crimes Task Force.

Date & Time:  May 6^th, 2014     6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Location:  Ketcham Community Center - North Central Missouri College

Cost:  FREE OF CHARGE

This class is being sponsored by the Green Hills Citizens Advisory Board – Probation & Parole in cooperation with the Trenton Police Department and the Grundy County Sheriff’s Department.

Help Locate 2 Missing Dogs for Area Family

Missing April 01, 2014 from Webster and Dickinson Street area:

     Black long haired female dog wearing two collars with one being green in color.

     Red Basset male dog weighing about 80 pounds and wearing a collar that is brown and green in color.

If you see either of these pets please call the LCSO at 660-646-0515 or the Chillicothe Police at 660-646-2121 and the owners will be notified.

Your help is appreciated.

To view the Bishop Hogan Memorial School Eagles Nest report for March 21, 2014 please click HERE.

(Chief Deputy Michael Claypole)

This is all too often a typical day for all of us at the Sheriff’s Office.

To view Bishop Hogan Memorial School March 2014 Calendar please click HERE.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 10:00 a.m. on March 06, 2014 for certain Communications Equipment to be uses by the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office. 

Bid items and specs:

1. 1.    2, P25 Vehicular Repeater 450-530 MHz
2. 2.    2, UHF ¼ Wave Antenna Rod
3. 3.    2, Chrome Antenna Nut
4. 4.    2, TNC Antenna Connector
5. 5.    2, Trunk Lid Mounts (Low Profile)
6. 6.    2, Interface Repeaters with Radio and Installation in Vehicle (installation may vary based on type of vehicle)
7. 7.    2, Pyramid Interface Cable for XTL2500

For additional details please call Steve Cox, Sheriff at 660-646-0515.  Sealed bids may be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Eva Danner-Horton

Presiding Commissioner

Publish February 27, 2014

(Legal publication please)

To view the Eagles Nest publication issued February 21, 2014 please click HERE.

1st Annual Jim Lightner Scholarship

Texas Hold-Em Tournament

February 28, 2014

First Hand Delt at 6:00 p.m.

@

Chillicothe Country Club

Cost/Donation is $40.00 buy in.

All Proceeds after prizes are awarded to Jim Lightner Scholarship Fund.

To view the Bishop Hogan Memorial School Eagles Nest Information for February 07, 2014 please click HERE.

February 18, 2014, Livingston County Commisison approved bid to Woody's in Chillicothe.  Thank you to all who submitted bids.  SC

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that bids will be accepted by the Livingston County Commission until 10:00 a.m. on February 13, 2014 for a 2014 4x4 ½ ton 4 door special service pickup for use by the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office.

For additional details please call Steve Cox, Sheriff at 660-646-0515. Sealed bids may be delivered to the Livingston County Clerk, 700 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601.

The Livingston County Commission reserves the right to accept the lowest or best bid, and the right to reject any and all bids.

BY ORDER OF THE LIVINGSTON COUNTY COMMISSION

Eva Danner-Horton

Presiding Commissioner

Bid specifications for a Special Service Vehicle for the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office are not limited to the following:

1. a.      2014 ½ ton 4 wheel drive  Crew Cab-4 door Special Service Pickup
2. b.      5.7 Liter Motor
3. c.      Automatic Transmission
4. d.      Power windows and locks
5. e.       Carpeted flooring
6. f.       17” wheels and On/Off Road Tires.
7. g.      Heavy duty Engine Oil and Transmission Fluid Cooler
8. h.      Remote Start and Security Group
9. i.       Protection Group
10. j.       Heated Exterior Mirrors and Rear Window Defrost
11. k.      Full size spare tire
12. l.       32 gallon or larger fuel tank
13. m.    Anti-Spin Rear Differential
14. n.      Remote Start and Protection Group
15. o.      Bright Silver Metallic for exterior color
16. p.      Black and Diesel Grey interior coloring.
17. q.      At least cloth front seats
18. r.       Anti-spin differential rear axle

Bishop Hogan Memorial School Eagles Nest publication for January 10, 2014, click HERE.

(photo courtesy Grant Cochrane and freedigitalphotos.net)

When:  February 28, 2014 @ 6:30 p.m.

Where:  Chillicothe Country Club

Cost:  $50.00 buy-in

Purpose:  Money raised will support the Jim Lightner Scholarship Fund.

Jim was a very honest, fun and caring family man, and a highly respected member of this community and numerous law enforcement agencies.  Please join us in an evening of fun and celebration to raise money for this outstanding cause.

The Jim Lightner Memorial Scholarship fund is managed by a local bank and committee members consisting of family, friends, and law enforcement officials.

Full Time Assistant Office Manager Position

Livingston County Sheriff’s Office is seeking applications for a person to fill this position at 901 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO.

Position requires applicants be no less than 21 years of age, able to be bonded, obtain Notary, be honest, dependable, multi-task, drug free, trustworthy with confidential information, handle many office tasks and assist other law enforcement officers in a team work approach for the sheriff’s office.

Pay and Benefits include $9.65 per hour, county provided LAGERS retirement and 2% pay toward CERF, sick leave, vacation pay, 13 holidays off, county provided life insurance, county health insurance with employee co-pay, and opportunity to purchase your own supplemental insurance options.

Applications may be obtained from Sheriff Steve Cox or at the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office, 901 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601.  Application deadline is Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at 3:00 p.m.  Position will be filled February 01, 2014 and schedule is 40 hours per week 8-4 Monday through Friday.

I will be conducting a Conceal & Carry Class on January 25th (Saturday) in the CHILLICOTHE area. This is the required training one needs to obtain their Conceal & Carry Endorsement for the State of Missouri. If interested and for details, call (660) 973-1272.

Click HERE to view the January 2014 Bishop Hogan School Menu.

Click HERE to view the BHMS January 2014 Calendar.

YOU ARE INVITED TO OUR ANNUAL CHILLI SUPPER

(Homemade Pie for Dessert)

@

First Christian Church

(Disciples of Christ)

900 Jackson Street

Chillicothe, Missouri

On

Friday, January 24, 2014 from 4-7 p.m.

PROCEEDS DONATED TO OPERATION HELP

FREE WILL OFFERING ACCEPTED AT THE DOOR

Free Thanksgiving Day Meal

November 28, 2013

11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

@

Free Methodist Church

1441 Jackson Street

Chillicothe, MO 64601

If you are unable to get out and need the meal delivered please call 660-646-5596

Bishop Hogan Memorial School December 2013 Calender, click here.

Safe Haven Center

PO Box 346

Chillicothe, MO 64601

660-646-1753

Safe Haven Center is in need of the following supplies. I have listed them from the greatest need first.

• Toilet Paper
• 13 Gallon Trash Bags
• Liquid Dish Soap
• Paper Towels
• Bleach
• Gallon/Quart Size Freezer Bags
• Dryer Sheets
• Pine-Sol
• Other House Cleaning Supplies
• Laundry Soap

Any and all assistance is greatly appreciated.  Thank you!

For the Eagles Nest News Letter click HERE.

HELP WANTED:

Safe Haven Center is seeking to fill the position of Advocacy Coordinator.  This person would be responsible for assisting domestic/sexual abuse victims with our services and those of other agencies who serve victims.  Flexible schedule of 32-40 hrs/week, 90-day probationary period.  Questions, call Ann at 646-5506. Mail resume to: LCSO, ATTN: Safe Haven Center, 901 Webster, Chillicothe, MO 64601 before November 25^th.  Equal opportunity employer.

(photo courtesy of Stuart Miles and freedigitalphotos.com)

THANK YOU for preserving the liberties and freedom we enjoy each day!

We are proud to help uphold the Constitution of the United States which you stood strong to protect.

The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office greatly respects and appreciates all our Veterans and those currently serving in all branches of the United States Military!

Matt Wenzel at Hedrick Medical Center donated 80 pedometers to Bishop Hogan Memorial School for their“Get Healthy, One Step at a Time” Project.  The School is revamping their walking track to encourage more walking at the school and in the neighborhood.  In Livingston County, there is a high percentage of residents dying from heart disease.  The proposal is a way to change the future risks for students.  The pedometers will be used by the students and staff to track daily steps and to encourage an increase in steps taken.  The Picture is of Jordan Ferguson, Marketing and Public Relations Director for Hedrick Med. Center and student Allison Higgins.  He is showing her how to use the pedometer.

Reserve Deputy Jim Fox

Jim was born and raised in Edina, Missouri and graduated from the Know County High School.  Jim is a U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran from 1970-1972.  He served aboard the aircraft carrier USS Coral Sea CVA-43 in the Aviation Ordnance division.

In August 1973 he married Linda and she is now a retired teacher after serving 38 years in that profession.  They have one son, Adam, now living in Columbia, Missouri and a graduate from MU. 

Jim retired from the Missouri State Highway Patrol after 26 years of service and is now a deputy sheriff and bailiff for the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office.  His hobbies include fishing and flower gardening.

Jim has previously worked as Reserve Deputy/Bailiff with the LCSO in the past and retired December 31, 2012.  Jim rejoined our team in the same capacity on November 04, 2013 and will work occasionally to assist the LCSO.

Bishop Hogan School Calendar for November 2013.  Click Here

BISHOP HOGAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL

November 2013

November 2013 Bishop Hogan Memorial School Eagles Nest News Letter, click here to view.

Grace Episcopal Church is having a spaghetti supper on Thursday, November 21, 2013 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. there will be raffles and other activities for the kids.  All proceeds benefit the Safe Haven Center for local Victims of Domestic Violence.  Please join us for an awesome meal and great cause.

To view more information click on the Safe Haven Center.