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MPOA Christmas ornament for sale

MPOA Christmas Ornament

2025 MPOA Christmas Ornament on sale now!

21st Annual Golf Tournament May 8 2026

2026 Golf Tournament

May 8, 2026 – Mules National Golf Club, Warrensburg, MO

Awards Ceremony

2025 Annual Awards Ceremony

Mrs. Sarah DeValkenaere, Citizen of the Year
Corporal Gregory Tesch, Corporal Joseph Pithan, and Corporal Louis “Bart” Lairmore, Hank Johnson Officer of the Year
Ms. Sarah Smith, Non-Sworn Civilian of the Year

Missouri Peace Officers Association

Celebrating Our 93nd Anniversary

Meet the President

Tom Kerns

MPOA President Tom Kerns

It is an honor to serve as President of the Missouri Peace Officers Association. In 1932, our organization was formed and was founded. As we head into our 93rd year of existence, it is evident that our purpose has not changed but is needed more now than ever. The MPOA is for its members and can help provide resources to make all of us successful.

Meet the Executive Director

Executive Director, Rob Ronkoski

MPOA Executive Director Bob Ronkoski

It’s an honor to serve as the Executive Director of the oldest law enforcement organization in the state of Missouri. Since 1932, we have represented public safety personnel across the state. Among many other things, we offer training, scholarships, recruitment assistance, a death benefit and special recognition awards for our members and the general public. Please contact us about becoming a member or an advertiser in our magazine.