Fire and police department leaders updated the board on staffing, incident reporting and training.

The fire department reported one firefighter resignation (accepting a position with another protection district) and noted three applicants for the vacancy; staff said one applicant already accepted another offer and two candidates will be interviewed. Fire personnel also assisted other agencies with planning and logistics for a line‑of‑duty funeral held in the region, and staff praised their participation.

Fire leadership told the board the department currently reports incidents using the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS), a system that dates to 1976 and has not been substantially updated in many years. Missouri is among the first states switching to a new national reporting program; the department expects to transition in August and anticipates clearer, more informative reports on call types.

The police report said July 4 was relatively quiet but noted an 18‑year‑old was issued a summons for fireworks after officers responded to Branca Park. The police chief also described department training and qualifications on new 9mm handguns equipped with red‑dot sights; the department’s average qualification score was 96 percent and four officers scored a perfect qualification.

No formal personnel actions were taken during the meeting; staffing changes reported were informational and recruitment is ongoing.