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Kimberling City Officially Receives Missouri Blue Shield Designation April 17th, Kimberling City officially received Missouri Blue Shield designation from the Missouri Department of Public Safety. This prestigious honor recognizes Missouri communities that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to enhancing public safety and supporting law enforcement. The Missouri Blue Shield Program, created by Governor Kehoe in January 2025 through Executive Order 25-03, recognizes local governments that make significant efforts to reduce crime, foster law enforcement collaboration, and build strong community partnerships for public safety. “Public safety is the foundation of a thriving community and state. It affects everything from families feeling secure to businesses having the confidence to invest and grow,” said Governor Kehoe. “We designed the Missouri Blue Shield Program to recognize communities that go above and beyond in creating a place where people want to live, work, and build their futures. A Missouri Blue Shield designation is a testament to the hard work and dedication of local governments across Missouri who are leading the way in making public safety a priority.” “The Department of Public Safety is proud to work alongside communities like Kimberling City that have shown exceptional dedication to enhancing public safety,” said Mark James, Director of the Missouri Department of Public Safety (DPS). “This program is about fostering collaboration between local law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. Our goal is to support these efforts, providing resources and guidance to help communities build sustainable, long-term solutions for crime reduction and public safety.” “It’s truly commendable to see the Chief’s leadership and efforts recognized through the Blue Shield Designation. This achievement is another positive step forward for our city.” — Mayor Bob Fritz "Receiving the Blue Shield designation is a testament to the strong commitment Kimberling City Police Department exhibits going above and beyond normal police work to make Kimberling City a better place to work, live and visit! It is an honor to work alongside the men and women of our Police Department." Dawne Gardner, City Administrator. "It is an incredible honor to receive the Blue Shield designation on behalf of our Police Department. This recognition is a reflection of our team’s unwavering dedication to excellence in service, safety, and community trust. My continued goal is to lead Kimberling City toward becoming the safest city in the State of Missouri, and this milestone affirms we are on the right path." Todd Lemoine, Chief of Police Eligibility and Program Details Communities are eligible for a Missouri Blue Shield designation based on their dedication to reducing crime, making substantial investments in public safety, and developing strong collaboration with law enforcement agencies and community stakeholders. Each participating community’s commitment will be reviewed annually to ensure continued alignment with the program’s goals. Participation Incentives Communities that earn a Missouri Blue Shield designation will receive grant funding for law enforcement training and equipment as part of Governor Kehoe’s Recommended Budget for the State Fiscal Year 2026. Communities will also be featured on Governor Kehoe’s social media pages as well as the DPS website to highlight their participation in the program. About Kimberling City Kimberling City earned a Missouri Blue Shield designation due to its exceptional commitment to public safety. The Kimberling City Police Department has successfully implemented innovative programs aimed at reducing crime and enhancing community safety. Our efforts include a robust Neighborhood Watch Program that fosters strong community engagement, the proactive EYE Watch Program which enhances Officer patrol visibility and crime prevention, and the dedicated support of 25 active members in our Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS) Program, who assist in strengthening the bond between law enforcement and the community. Our approach to public safety extends beyond traditional law enforcement methods, incorporating community-driven programs that empower citizens and enhance overall security. By integrating these programs into our daily operations, the Kimberling City Police Department has demonstrated effectiveness in reducing crime and fostering a safer environment for residents and visitors alike. Through continued innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to public safety, we strive to ensure that Kimberling City remains a secure and thriving community. This designation affirms Kimberling City's dedication to fostering a safe, secure, and welcoming community—one where residents, visitors, and generations to come can flourish in peace and confidence.

City Hall will be closed Thursday, May 8th in observance of Truman's Birthday.

Don't forget to join in tomorrow for an Earth Day Celebration with the Grand Re-Opening of the Earthwise Recycling Center in Kimberling City! Come have a donut and coffee, say hello and meet those behind Earthwise Recycling as we welcome expanded services to our community!

Due to incoming weather, the Easter event scheduled for Saturday, April 19th has been cancelled. We will schedule the event for next Easter and we hope to see everyone there!! Happy Easter!

Information regarding upcoming lane closures on Kimberling City Bridge.

Join us for the Annual Easter Egg hunt at Port of Kimberling Park Event Date/time: April 19, 2025 @ 10:30am This is a free event. Let your kids have some fun, get their face painted and participate in craft projects for the holiday. We look forward to seeing everyone again this year!!

The Kimberling City Summerfest will be June 7th and vendor space is still available!!!!! If you would like to be a part of this event , fill out the registration application on our website under city updates. We can't wait to see you there!

Friends of Kimberling City Parks is holding a BBQ Competition and Golf Cart Show to raise money for the construction of the city's new park on Kimberling Blvd! Mark your calendars for Sunday May 25! You can register as a vendor or to enter your golf cart in the competition at the following link: https://www.ckcmo.com/o/kimberling/page/community-events.

***Citizen Notice*** Wednesday 3/19/2025: Public Works will be closing Oak Drive beginning around 9:00am to complete a sewer tap for 102 Oak Drive . The road cut required will take the crew most of the day to complete. Traffic will be rerouted around Oak Shadow Drive, and Oak Drive should reopen around 4:30pm today.

Public Works will be closed March 18, 2025

The statewide tornado drill will be completed today at 11am. This is just a test to ensure that all sirens are in working condition before our annual storm season arrives.

Exciting News! Save the date for Kimberling City's Summer Festival - SummerFest!!! More information to come very soon!

*****REMINDER***** The City will hold an information meeting regarding consolidated water on Thursday February 27 at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Center.

*****ATTENTION: Public Informational Water Meeting Rescheduled***** Due to the extreme cold weather, possibility of roads still being slick, and wanting as many citizens in attendance as possible, we are rescheduling the Public Informational Water Meeting that was originally scheduled for February 20 to Thursday February 27!

Kimberling City Municipal Court is canceled Thursday February 20, 2025.

Road Update from Public Works: Crews have plowed overnight and while the roads are still covered, they are packed down to a thin layer of snow. While the sun is out today, the crew is taking a much-needed break to allow the layer of packed snow to melt as much as possible with the temperatures so cold. We will continue plowing later on today/tonight. We again thank you for your patience!

City Hall will be closed tomorrow, February 19th, due to road conditions. The Economic Development Committee Meeting and Board of Aldermand Special Meeting scheduled for tomorrow have also been canceled. As previously posted, since City Hall is closed, late fees on sewer bills will not be assessed until February 26th. If you have not received your February bill in the mail, you can receive an e-mailed copy of the bill by e-mailing a request to Cboillot@ckcmo.com, or Gellis@ckcmo.com or calling City Hall when we reopen.

Road Update from Public Works: Crews continue to plow Kimberling City streets. With the persistent snow throughout the afternoon, roads are still covered and are slick. Snow is expected on and off until midnight. We will continue to plow roads throughout the night. We ask for your patience, advise anyone to avoid travel if at all possible and if you must travel, please keep a safe distance from snow plows! Thank you!

City Hall received the following email from Republic Services regarding trash pickup: Republic Services will not be running residential routes today due to the inclement weather. With the anticipated snowfall, temperatures and the timing of the winter storm, there is a high probability that we will not be able to run Wednesday also and will have to recover those days next week, taking all extra. As you all know, safety is our highest priority, and this storm appears to be here to stay for a few days. We will update you when we can resume routes (looking like possibly Thursday or Friday).

Sewer bill late fee this month has been pushed to February 26.