Livingston Police Strengthen Overton County Animal Welfare
The Livingston Police Department partnering with Friends of Overton County Animals to address animal welfare and overpopulation through a Friday fundraiser. Chief Ray Smith said the department is working to bring awareness to animal welfare needs while supporting fundraisers that provide resources for local rescue efforts. Smith said the department has established strong relationships with […]
Livingston Gets Clarity On Melvin Johnson Drive Gate
Livingston City Council got clarity Tuesday night about the gate installed on Melvin Johnson Drive, adjacent to Celina Highway. Police Chief Ray Smith said the school system installed the gate as a measure to enhance campus safety during school hours at Livingston Academy. Smith said the school’s gate is legal. “Come to find out that […]
Chamber Awarded $100K For Tourism Branding Program
The Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce has been awarded an estimated $100,000 grant to participate in a tourism branding program. Chamber Director Zach Stephens told Aldermen Monday night the grant comes at the right time, as the county needs help boosting its visitor numbers. “So I am really hoping that this program, along with some […]
Livingston Police Department Updating Body Cam Use Policy
Livingston Police updating its policy regarding the use of body cameras by law enforcement. Police Chief Ray Smith said that the policy update was suggested by the city of Livingston’s insurance provider, Public Entity Partners. The update was specifically raised regarding the insurance company’s concerns of risk management. “We got to looking at our body […]
Livingston PD To Upgrade Firearms In Hopes Of Improving Resources Available
Livingston Police Department will update its firearms with the purchase of some $54,000 in new equipment Chief Ray Smith said they plan to purchase 15 patrol rifles, 10 of which will be “less than lethal” weapons. Smith said because of their effectiveness, he hopes to get one in every car. “It’s like a bean bag […]
Livingston PD Opens Bids For New Body Camera Equipment
Livingston Police Department opened bids for new body camera equipment Friday. Police Chief Ray Smith said the city received one bid with an estimate of $995 per camera. He said they plan to purchase about 20 to replace the old equipment. “The ones that we used to have that company has closed out so we […]
Livingston Aldermen Approve Ray Smith As Police Chief
The city of Livingston has a new police chief. The Board of Aldermen unanimously voted Interim Police Chief Ray Smith to permanently fill the position Monday. Alderman Bill Linder made the motion for Smith to become police chief. “I think I’m going to make a motion for Ray, because if he was good enough for […]
Livingston Mayor And Aldermen To Consider Three Candidates For Police Chief
The candidate pool for the Livingston Police Chief position has been narrowed down to three. Mayor Curtis Hayes said six applicants were screened by MTAS. Hayes said the municipal advisory service selected three candidates to move on and complete the assessment process. “We’re looking forward to a direction,” Hayes said. “Livingston has been under the […]
MTAS To Assist Livingston In Search For Next Police Chief
Livingston Board of Aldermen decided to utilize the services of MTAS in the process to find the next police chief. Aldermen heard from Municipal Management Consultant Warren Nevad at its meeting Monday night. Nevad said MTAS can perform a comprehensive process that includes structured interviews, exercises, and a simulated press conference. “MTAS, we do not […]
