DEPARTMENTS
Parks & Recreation
The City of Washington Parks and Recreation Department provides a welcoming network of parks, trails, and facilities designed for community fun, fitness, and connection. With numerous parks offering playgrounds, sports fields, picnic shelters, and open green spaces—as well as programs ranging from youth sports to family events—the department focuses on creating enjoyable, healthy experiences for residents of all ages while maintaining beautiful public spaces for everyone to enjoy.
Parks & Recreation
The City of Washington Parks and Recreation Department provides a welcoming network of parks, trails, and facilities designed for community fun, fitness, and connection. With numerous parks offering playgrounds, sports fields, picnic shelters, and open green spaces—as well as programs ranging from youth sports to family events—the department focuses on creating enjoyable, healthy experiences for residents of all ages while maintaining beautiful public spaces for everyone to enjoy.
Public Safety
The Washington Police Department is dedicated to keeping the community safe through fair law enforcement, quick emergency response, and strong community engagement while maintaining a secure, welcoming environment for everyone.
Building & Engineering
The Building and Engineering Departments manage permits, inspections, and public-works planning to make sure construction, infrastructure, and development projects meet safety and design standards. They oversee new building permits, code enforcement, street and utility maintenance planning.
Human Resources
The Human Resources Department supports the city’s workforce by overseeing hiring, employee benefits, payroll, and compliance with employment laws. Its goal is to ensure city staff are well-supported, well-trained, and able to provide quality service to the community.
Utility Billing
The Utility Billing Department helps residents manage their city utility accounts by handling water, sewer, and curbside service payments. The department works to provide clear, accurate bills and friendly customer service, making it easy for customers to start or stop service, ask questions, and keep their accounts running smoothly.
Public Safety
The Washington Police Department is dedicated to keeping the community safe through fair law enforcement, quick emergency response, and strong community engagement while maintaining a secure, welcoming environment for everyone.
Building & Engineering
The Building and Engineering Departments manage permits, inspections, and public-works planning to make sure construction, infrastructure, and development projects meet safety and design standards. They oversee new building permits, code enforcement, street and utility maintenance planning.
Human Resources
The Human Resources Department supports the city’s workforce by overseeing hiring, employee benefits, payroll, and compliance with employment laws. Its goal is to ensure city staff are well-supported, well-trained, and able to provide quality service to the community.
Utility Billing
The Utility Billing Department helps residents manage their city utility accounts by handling water, sewer, and curbside service payments. The department works to provide clear, accurate bills and friendly customer service, making it easy for customers to start or stop service, ask questions, and keep their accounts running smoothly.