Public Safety Department

Troop D of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, based in Springfield, MO, is the largest troop in geographical area, serving 18 counties in Southwestern Missouri. Established in 1931 and relocated to Springfield in 1933, Troop D has a diverse team comprising 133 uniformed officers, 71 uniformed civilians, and 13 civilian employees, with a dedicated Service Center in Carthage to assist its western counties. This operational unit focuses on ensuring safety and security across its jurisdiction, which includes counties such as Greene, Jasper, and Taney. Under the command of Captain Dale O. Jinkens and his staff of lieutenants, Troop D supports a wide range of community outreach and law enforcement initiatives, contributing to public safety in the region. Generated from the website

Missouri Department of Transportation, established in 1979, is headquartered in Jefferson City, with offices in St. Joseph, Macon, Hannibal, Kansas City, St. Louis, Joplin, Springfield, Willow Springs, and Sikeston, Mo. The department works with the public, transportation partners, state and federal legislators, and other state and local agencies to provide a safe and efficient transportation system to the people of Missouri. MoDOT has responsibilities for various transportation alternatives, such as highways, aviation, waterways, transit and railroads. The responsibilities include the total operation of the more than 30,000-mile highway system, including highway location, design, construction and maintenance. In addition, the department cooperates and coordinates with owners and operators of other modal systems in the development and improvement of airports, rail facilities, ports and the operational cost of transit systems. MoDOT's principal sources of state revenue are motor vehicle fuel taxes, licenses and fees, and motor vehicle sales tax.