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Ronnie Cottrell retweeted
Today members of the @SPFPD Honor guard had the privilege of presenting the colors for the @CityofParkville America’s 250th Celebration and Ribbon Cutting event. #America250
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Ronnie Cottrell retweeted
Our three new firefighters were introduced to and officially hired by the @SPFPD Board of Commissioners. Welcome and congratulations to all of you.
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A great day at Platte Landing Park! Come visit your firefighters at the Touch A Truck event. @parkvillemo @SPFPD
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An inspiring start to 2026! Proud to share this photo of our firefighters at their pinning ceremony. Not everyone was able to attend, but we captured the moment anyway - because you should always take the shot.
#FocusedontheFuture
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Ronnie Cottrell retweeted
6 Jul 2025
Kerr County, we’re with you. Our Response Operations Group (ROG) is on the ground to assist first responders and public safety with recovery efforts in affected areas.
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Ronnie Cottrell retweeted
16 Apr 2025
FirstNet Envisions Satellite Connectivity Trials Later This Year - Important next step in direct to device multi-layer communications for public safety. @FirstNetGov @FirstNet about.att.com/story/2025/fir…
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Ronnie Cottrell retweeted
5 Apr 2025
📩You’re invited!
❓5x5: The Public Safety Innovation Summit
📆June 3-5
📍Bellevue, Washington
Join @FirstNetGov and @NIST PSCR at #5x5in25 for 3 days of discussions, networking, and tech demos. Register at: 5x5.FirstNet.gov #5x5Summit
ALT A room full of 5x5 attendees watching a panel, the 5x5 logo, "The Public Safety Innovation Summit; Seattle/Bellevue; June 3-5, 2025; Register now!"
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Ronnie Cottrell retweeted
18 Dec 2024
Tonight was a special night. The @SPFPD Firefighters Association took Christmas gifts to a local family that needed their spirits lifted this holiday season. #GivingBack
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25 Aug 2024
Three-Peat!!
25 Aug 2024
On this last day of #NFLPreseason, we're already dreaming about the Big Game! Tune into our podcast to learn about the FirstNet Authority’s pre-planning for successful comms at last year's championship: soundcloud.com/user-47255378…
ALT Split image; left Public Safety First podcast logo, right a stadium crowd watching an event, “FirstNet powers Las Vegas public safety at the Big Game and at F1 Grand Prix”
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25 Jul 2024
Such an honor to present 25 Year Service rings to two outstanding employees!!! It has been a privilege to have hired them and watch their professional growth to battalion chief and fire captain!
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28 Jun 2024
From @parkvillemo a police Dept: Due to the rising water level of the MO river, both English & Platte Landing Parks will be closed starting Sunday 06-30-24.
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26 Jun 2024
Very well earned - your leadership, knowledge and passion for communication is exceptional!! Congratulations Chris!!
26 Jun 2024
Join us in congratulating Chris Lombard of @SeattleFire, this year’s winner of the Chief Harlin R. McEwen Public Safety Broadband Communications Award! #5x5Summit #5x5Chicago
ALT "2024 Winner Chief Harlin R. McEwen Public Safety Broadband Communications Award Assistant Chief Chris Lombard"; Headshot of Chief Chris Lombard
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Ronnie Cottrell retweeted
24 May 2024
Metro fire departments including @SPFPD performed ventilation training at the Riverside , MO. Old Red X building
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9 May 2024
Congratulations to you @ThomasLRandall on being recognized for a Lifetime Achievement in Public Safety!!!! Very well deserved! Appreciate and thank you your past service and all that you do for #publicsafty now!!! @FirstNetGov @FirstNet
9 May 2024
Earlier this week, the @FirstNetGov team attended the @ITEC_TAMU Interop Institute. Exec. Director/CEO Joe Wassel gave a keynote speech, and our very own @ThomasLRandall was recognized with a Lifetime Achievement in Public Safety award. Congrats, Tom! 🥳
ALT Tom Randall, senior public safety advisor, FirstNet Authority, smiles sitting in a conference room as he holds his lifetime achievement award in public safety from the Texas A&M University Internet2 Technology Evaluation Center
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Ronnie Cottrell retweeted
2 May 2024
Less than two months till #5x5Chicago! This year we are thrilled to welcome Richard Carrizzo, @SPFPDFireChief and @FirstNetChair, as a keynote speaker.
Register to hear Chief Carrizzo at the #5x5Summit: 5x5.FirstNet.gov
ALT The 5x5 logo, "Keynote Speaker; Chief Richard Carrizzo; Southern Platte Fire Protection District; FirstNet Authority Board Chair" A headshot of Chief Richard Carrizzo.
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26 Apr 2024
Periods of strong to severe thunderstorms possible today through Sunday. All severe hazards possible, including large hail, damaging wind gusts, and possible tornadoes. Periods of heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding and river flooding.
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25 Apr 2024
Mill Street is closed from Main Street to West Street in Downtown Parkville, due to a fallen tree. Plz find alternative routes
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Ronnie Cottrell retweeted
16 Apr 2024
At the latest Patriot Siren leadership meeting, the @FirstNetGov executive team heard from @EdDavis3 about his experiences leading the Boston Police Dept. during the Boston Marathon bombing and the importance of preparedness, comms, and partnerships. Thank you, Commissioner!
ALT Former Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis holds a letter with FirstNet Authority Executive Director and CEO Joe Wassel after presenting on his experiences during the Boston Marathon bombing.
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