Today, at a press conference in St. Louis, Governor Mike Kehoe announced his appointments to the citizen-led St. Louis City Board of Police Commissioners. The board, established by the passage of landmark public safety legislation in House Bill (HB) 495, is charged to be the governing body of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department (SLMPD).
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced that Halle Herbert will assume the role of Policy Director in the Governor's Office, effective Tuesday, June 24.
“From day one, Halle has hit the ground running, bringing energy, discipline, and insight to every challenge,” Governor Kehoe said. “Halle has worked hard to lead some of our most important priorities in public safety policy and bring key initiatives across the finish line. She has a sharp policy mind, is highly capable, and our team is proud to see her step into this leadership role.”
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced five appointments to various boards and commissions. Governor Kehoe filed the official appointment letters for these individuals on Friday, June 13.
Shalonn "Kiki" Curls, of Kansas City, was appointed to the Jackson County Sports Complex Authority.
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced the appointment of Derek Winters as the Transition Director to assist in the implementation of oversight of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department (SLMPD) to a citizen-led board of police commissioners, as authorized under House Bill (HB) 495.
Today, in response to immigration enforcement protests planned across Missouri, Governor Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 25-25, activating the Missouri National Guard as a precautionary measure in reaction to recent instances of civil unrest across the country.