Melissa McCoy, APIO on LinkedIn: Saline County's Second Annual National Night Out: Strengthening Community… (2024)

🚨 One week to go! Get ready for City Hall Selfie Day on August 15. Snap a selfie in front of your local government building and share it with #CityHallSelfie and #SACoSelfie. Don’t forget to tag Saline County and Engaging Local Government Leaders! 📸 Let's make this year's celebration the best one yet! 🎉More info at- https://conta.cc/3X6kpYd

Join us as we create a vision for the future of Saline County during the Public Open House for the Saline County + City of Salina Government Master Plan! Community members are encouraged to come and go at their leisure and give feedback on reimagined site designs of the downtown government campus in Salina. The Public Open House will take place at the Salina Art Center on Thursday, August 22nd from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.https://conta.cc/3WxnbnO

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Be sure to tune in to KSAL tomorrow morning at 8:15 AM! 🎙️Director of Emergency Management, Michelle Weis, will share all the details about National Night Out, happening on August 13th at Jerry Ivey Park. Learn about the exciting activities, interactive displays, and how we’re bringing our community together for a night of safety and camaraderie. 🚓🚒🐾#NNO #SACoNNO #NationalNightOut

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📢 Join Saline County Public Information Officer Melissa McCoy for "A Crash Course in Crisis Communications."Learn quick and easy tips for effective communication during crises, how to quickly adapt your messaging, and navigate public emotions. 📅 Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024🕕 Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm📍 Location: Prescott Meeting Room, Salina Public LibraryThis event is free and open to the public, but registration is limited! Secure your spot now: https://conta.cc/3ytnAzm#CrisisCommunications

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Saline County Recovery Efforts UnderwayFollowing last night’s severe wind event, Saline County is taking action to support those affected.Free meals are available for residents without power, debris cleanup is in progress, and cooling shelters are open. Read the full press release and learn how to access these services- https://conta.cc/4d5Zrhw#StormRecovery #SACoStrong

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🎉 We're counting down the days! 🎉National Night Out is just two weeks away!🗓️ Date: Tuesday, August 13, 2024🕠 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM📍 Location: Jerry Ivey Park, 735 E. Magnolia Rd, Salina, KSJoin us for a night of fun, food, and festivities with your neighbors and local heroes! 🚓🚒🐕🦺 Learn more at https://conta.cc/3W9wHwY#NNO #NationalNightOut #SACoNNO

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I am honored to be a part of the 2025 Master Public Information Officer cohort and excited to contribute to the PIO professional’s body of knowledge.See you in Maryland! #ReadyMPIO applicants undergo a rigorous selection process to ensure they meet the program’s high standards. This year’s process was especially competitive, with less than half of the applicants making the final cut.The MPIO program is the culminating component of EMI’s public information training. Over the course of 10 months, participants attend three sequential 40-hour training courses. During this time, they must select a current PIO challenge as a research topic and write a paper on it, contributing to the PIO professional's body of knowledge. Another key aspect of the program is recognizing the evolving role of PIOs, who are increasingly seen as trusted advisors within their agencies and often have a seat at the executive table. The MPIO program teaches the skills necessary to fulfill this role effectively. Additionally, it provides training on leadership, management theories, and relevant concepts, enabling PIOs to lead whole community public information programs with confidence.To date, there are only 156 FEMA MPIO graduates across the nation. If you are interested in the MPIO program, check out our website at: https://lnkd.in/gq_U4TuQThe application period for the FY26 cohort will open on April 1, 2025.#masterpublicinformationofficer#emergencymanagementhttps://lnkd.in/g8s8d9qD

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Join Melissa McCoy, Saline County Public Information Officer for "A Crash Course in Crisis Communications" at the Salina Public Library. Learn quick tips and tricks for effective communication during and after natural and man-made crises, how to quickly adapt your messaging, and navigate public emotions. 📅 Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024🕕 Time: 6:00pm 📍 Location: Prescott Meeting Room, Salina Public LibraryThis event is free and open to the public, but registration is limited! Secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/gF-7SJEs

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There's a place for YOU at Saline County!Are you looking to build a career while serving your community? From health care to heavy equipment operators to public safety and everything in between- There's a place for you at Saline County!Check out all our job openings and apply online at bit.ly/SACoJobs.https://lnkd.in/g2yh-Ws4#NowHiring #SalinaJobs #SACo

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