Missouri APCO has several standing committees, one special committee and one taskforce that helps us manage the business of the Chapter and progress the profession. These committees and taskforces are comprised of members of the Chapter who donate their time and effort to making a difference. You too can become involved!
Awards Committee
Each year the awards committee reviews nominations for the Missouri Public Safety Communications Awards program and selects the recipients. This special committee is comprised of the Chair of the Missouri Public Safety Communications Conference as well as the Presidents and Vice Presidents of Missouri APCO, Missouri NENA and the Missouri 9-1-1 Director’s Association.
Bylaws Committee
Before the membership can vote, proposed changes must be made to the bylaws… and that is what this committee is for! This committee is called to action by the President and returns to a standby status after the amended bylaws are voted on. This committee is comprised of members from all levels of Missouri’s public safety communications field.
- Stephen Hoskins, Kansas City Police Department (Chair)
Education Committee
This committee is tasked with the daily operations of the Missouri Professional Training Partnership. The Missouri Chapter of APCO, the Missouri State Highway Patrol and numerous agencies in Missouri have partnered together to provide low-to-no cost training opportunities to the public safety communications professional in Missouri. The Chairs of this committee are tasked with reviewing training material and certifying it for continuing education training credit.
- Roger Martin (Co-Chair)
- James Parks (Co-Chair)
Elections Committee
Every two years the Chapter holds elections for the board of officers. This committee is comprised of past presidents who act as Sargeant at Arms, ensuring that the election is held fairly and in accordance with our bylaws. The most recent past president acts as the chair.
- Stephen Hoskins, Kansas City Police Department (Chair)
- Roger Martin, Missouri State Highway Patrol
Financial Oversight Committee
Missouri APCO maintains a financial responsibility to our members. This committee is tasked with reviewing the prior year’s financial records by the 31st of March or the current year.
- JR Webb, Springfield-Greene County 9-1-1 (Chair)
- Missouri APCO Board of Officers
Historic Committee
This committee is tasked with providing guidance and support to the Board of Officers on matters related to preserving items of historical significance to Missouri APCO. They are also tasked with promoting the preservation of historically significant items concerning Missouri APCO.
- Roger Martin (Chair)
Legislative Committee
This committee is tasked with furthering legislative opportunities that benefit public safety communications and professionals in Missouri. Members of this committee work in tandem with the Legislative Taskforce composed of members of the Missouri Chapters of APCO, NENA and the 9-1-1 Director’s Association.
- JR Webb (Chair)
Member and Engagement Committee
This committee is focused on the human aspect of emergency communications. From the recognition of staff and peers to creating a newsletter and planning chapter engagement, this committee is the place to start!
- Roger Martin (Chair)
Membership Committee
This special committee is tasked with promoting Missouri APCO membership to the public safety communications professionals of Missouri.
- Missouri APCO Regional Ambassadors
Young Professionals Committee
This committee is focused on preparing members aged 35 and younger for a full career in emergency communication by offering those same the opportunity to hone skills, plan events and develop networking.
- Megan Cunningham, Springfield-Greene County 9-1-1 (Chair)