Public Safety

As the new school year approaches, the Boone County Commissioners are urging all motorists to exercise extra caution and be vigilant while driving, especially during peak school hours.  Boone County Commissioner President, Donnie Lawson, expressed his concern for the safety of the county’s students and the need for collective responsibility …

As we approach the much-anticipated Fourth of July celebrations, the Boone County Commissioners are dedicated to ensuring the utmost safety and well-being of our community.  Independence Day festivities often involve various activities, including fireworks, barbecues, and outdoor gatherings. It is crucial that we all take comprehensive safety precautions to prevent …

School Resource Officers play an important role in ensuring the safety of students and staff in schools. By providing a physical presence on campus, SROs are able to provide a sense of security and order within the school environment. Additionally, SROs can provide counseling and mentorship to students, assist in …

Harris spoke about the importance of maintaining safety for all of Boone County’s residents, schools, business owners, and visitors and emphasized that prioritizing public safety isn’t a new initiative for the Boone County Sheriff’s Department nor for any of the county’s public safety agencies throughout the county. Boone County Sherriff …

BOONE COUNTY, Ind. (January 4, 2023) — The Boone County Commissioners are looking forward to working with newly sworn in Boone County Sheriff Anthony Harris along with his recently appointed command staff.  “Sheriff Harris has served our community honorably for decades, and we are excited to see what accomplishments he …

Mental Health America of Boone County (MHABC) is a 501(c)(3) organization and a chapter of Mental Health America (formerly the National Mental Health Association), the country’s leading nonprofit dedicated to helping all people live mentally healthier lives. With approximately 300 affiliates nationwide, MHABC represents a growing movement of Americans who …

As Boone County continues the trajectory of unprecedented growth, the [Boone] County Commissioners and other county leaders are working to better educate the public about the existing resources as well as looking at how the county can expand upon those resources once the construction of the justice center has been …

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office’s (BCSO) primary focus remains on the rehabilitation of its inmates or “clients” and reducing the recidivism rate, albeit the county jail’s current recidivism rate is at 17%—down from 44%. BSCO attributes the success of its behavioral health and rehabilitation programs, such as the Medication-Assisted Treatment …

As previously reported, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office’s (BCSO) primary focus remains on the rehabilitation of its inmates or “clients” and reducing the recidivism rate, albeit the county jail’s current recidivism rate is at 17%—down from 44%. BSCO attributes the success of its behavioral health and rehabilitation programs, such as …

Posted: 1/24/22 It is important for residents to know that Boone County has established reputable behavioral health, addiction recovery and other related organizations that are available to ALL of Boone County’s residents. It is also important folks know about Sylvia’s Child Advocacy Center (Sylvia’s CAC), which advocates for the county’s …