The Friday Newsflash - May 1, 2026

Dates To Remember

Community Engagement Updates Police Department Updates

We are proud to share that the City of Smithville has been officially designated as a Missouri Blue Shield Community. This designation is a state recognition awarded to local governments that demonstrate a strong commitment to public safety through support for law enforcement, strong community partnerships, and efforts to reduce crime.

This recognition is not just about the Police Department alone. It reflects the commitment of the City of Smithville, our community stakeholders, and the partnership we share in working together to keep Smithville safe.

“We are proud to receive the Missouri Blue Shield designation for 2026. This recognition highlights not only the City’s commitment to public safety, but also the strong relationship we have built with the Smithville community and the support we are fortunate to have from those we serve,” Chief Lockridge said.

As a Missouri Blue Shield Community, Smithville may also be eligible for state grant opportunities that can help support equipment, training, and other public safety needs. We are grateful for the continued support of our community and proud to be part of a city that values public safety.

Senior Center Updates
  • Preparing for Older Americans Month activities. This month, we will have a presentation on fall prevention, health screening, and a hotdog cookout sponsored by the Kiwanis Club.
  • May Activity Calendar

Project Updates
Current projects can be found on our website at Smithville, MO. 

Maintenance Updates

  • Parks
    • Installed new park gates at Smith’s Fork Park
    • Working with Missouri Dept of Conservation on projects involving native plantings and pollinator habitats
  • Streets
    • Mowed Wise Rd.
    • Tree Limb Removal after storm on Tillman Rd, Sumac St, and Park Ln.
    • Shot elevation of drainpipe and pond overflow at Wildflower
    • Delivered culvert to contractor at Splash Pad
    • Culvert installation/replacement at Hospital Dr
    • Water break repair at Church St & Commercial
    • Asphalt repair at 98 Cedar St
    • Asphalt repair at 413 Highland Ave
    • Unclogged drain at 14721 Wise Rd
    • Unclogged drain at 506 Quincy Blvd
    • Road closure due to flooding at Martin Rd & Bridge St
    • Unclogged drain at 602 Village Ln
    • Reinstalled sign at 13510 Forest Oaks Dr
  • Utilities
    • Total Drinking Water Production 6,287,000 gal
    • Completed all testing required at the WTP
    • Conducted weekly chemical level checks at the WTP for ordering
    • Backwashed filters 1,2,3,4 and 5 at the WTP
    • Continued working on project high service pump room rehabilitation at the WTP which included sanding pipes to prep for new paint
    • Replace the raw water turbidity line at the WTP
    • Completed grounds maintenance at the Southwest tower and WTP.
    • Completed 21 work order
    • 70 locates completed
    • Completed all testing required at WWTP
    • Treated 6,475,000 gallons of wastewater
    • Completed weekly checks of all booster station and towers in the distribution system.
    • Staff repaired the fire hydrant in front of the NAPA building on 169hwy.
    • Staff repaired a force main leak on the campground pump station line. Completed an SSO report for the state
    • Collected 4 E-Coli samples for the week at the WWTP
    • With the rain making the wet well level high at the influent pump station we were able to wash down and break up floating grease
    • Changed exterior lights, replace and added new signs at the WWTP
    • Delivered all parts needed to move water services to the new main on DD HWY
    • Had the water pressure pump rebuilt on the sewer machine
    • Repaired potholes on the WWTP driveway