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Notice to Residents of Galena

Good afternoon, The Council meeting will be Tuesday the 15th at 5pm instead of Monday the 14th. Due to Columbus Day. Hope everyone has a wonderful day. 

 

The City of Galena, Missouri is currently seeking qualified men and women for the position of Police Officer. Job description and application available by contacting the Galena City Hall which is located at 113 E. 4th Street, Galena MO, 65656 or by calling City Hall at 417- 357-6226,

 

Salary and Benefits:

Entry wage for Police Officer is $22.00 per hour. ($45,760.00 annually).

Work schedule will be 4/10 hour shifts, which will include weekends and holidays.

Health insurance is available through the City of Galena.

Vacation one week after first year, two weeks from 2 – 4 years, three weeks from 5-9 years and four weeks a year after 10 years.

Paid Holidays (13 a year)

Sick leave is earned at a rate of 8 hours a month.

The City of Galena provides all uniforms.

 

 

To qualify for the position with the Galena, Missouri Police Department, the applicant must meet the following criteria,

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.

Must be a citizen of the United States and reside in the State of Missouri.

Must be of good character, with no felony convictions, pending indictments, or certain misdemeanor offences which include aggressive or violent behavior, a disregard for the safety of others, or misuse of a deadly weapon.

Must possess a valid Missouri Driver’s license.

Must be POST certified with a Missouri Class “A” POST license.

Must be able to pass a drug test.

 

Recognizing the Vital Role of Water in Our Spooky Celebrations

Recognizing the Vital Role of Water in Our Spooky Celebrations

October 01, 2024

There Would Be No Halloween Without Water: Understanding Its Key Role in Our Spooky Traditions

As Halloween draws near, we look forward to the excitement of costumes, glowing jack-o'-lanterns, and thrilling trick-or-treating. However, amidst the festivities, we often forget the crucial part that water plays in making these Halloween traditions possible.

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