City of Washington - Information and news updates from the City of Washington, Missouri government.

Join us as we plan for the future of our Parks & Recreation Department! Drop in anytime between 5-7pm . 30 minutes after the start of the Open House, a brief presentation will be provided by Planning Design Studio, the Landscape Architecture firm assisting the City with the Master Plan. Attendees will have the opportunity to view initial improvement concepts for Washington’s Parks and provide their comments.

Chase the winter blues away by finding the Bluey characters hidden around the children’s section. Bring the completed form to the desk for a treat! Runs from Friday, January 17th-Friday, January 31st during library hours. All Ages

Don't Forget! Big Fun: Family Game Day Join us at the library for a fun-filled day of oversized gaming! We’ll have oversized versions of several classic games for you to enjoy. Drop by on Friday and Saturday for big fun at the library! Runs Friday, January 17th from Noon-5:00 p.m. & Saturday, January 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All Ages

Night Shift Summary 01/16/2025 Suspect in a leaving the scene was stopped by Franklin County Sheriff's Deputy. Suspect was arrested. Parking violation reported in the 900 block of West 6th Street. Vehicle was moved.

Shift Summary - Days 1/16/25 Suspicious activity was reported in the 300 block of Olive St. A leaving the scene motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of Hwy 100 and Vossbrink Dr. Suspicious activity was reported in the 400 block of Jefferson St. A leaving the scene motor vehicle crash was reported in the area of W. 3rd St. and Oak St. Stealing was reported in the 1900 block of Rabbit Trail Dr.

Update on the found dog, 01/14/2025 Many citizens have raised concerns and questions about the dog and her puppies. We had an officer take the dog to where she was located to see if she would take us to her home or to where she had her puppies stashed. The dog did not want to leave the officer and did not lead us to either. We have since transferred the dog to the Humane Society in Union for housing and further care. If you have any questions about the status of the dog, please contact them. No further updates will be provided.

Get out and enjoy a peaceful walk at the Miller Post Nature Reserve before the snow pack disappears!

Night Shift Summary 01/15/2025 Non-injury traffic crash on Steutermann Road at Dawn Drive. Assisted a motorist on Windy Hills Drive. Suspicious vehicle on Phoenix Center Drive. Subjects were asked to move along. Alarm in the 1800 block of Highway A. Building was secure. Non-injury traffic crash on Highway 100 near West Pride Drive.

It is not too early to mark the Washington Earth Day Event on your calendar! This year, we are collaborating with Downtown Washington, Inc.'s Sunset on the Riverfront to bring you a double your fun experience. The event will be held on Thursday, April 24, and runs from 5-8 p.m. You will find us at the east side of the Pavilion at the Rennick Riverfront Park.

Shift Summary - Days 1/15/25 Traffic control was conducted in the 300 block of W. 5th St. Assisted a stranded motorist in the area of Hwy 100 and Pottery Rd. A motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of Hwy 100 and Huxel Dr. Trespassing was reported in the 200 block of High St. A motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of Hwy 47 and Heritage Hills Dr. A parking complaint was reported in the area of Washington Sq. A derelict vehicle was reported in the area of Sir Williams Ct. A parking complaint was reported in the 700 block of Locust St.

NOTICE: When placing trash and recycling at the curb, please make sure it is accessible from the cleared road. Waste Connections will be unable to collect containers that are obstructed or placed out of reach from the roads.

Night Shift 01/14/25 A report was taken in the 1100 block of Horn St. for a code violation. A subject was arrested during a traffic stop for an outstanding warrant in the area of Hwy 47 and Blue Jay.

❗NOTICE❗ Waste Connections was not able to complete their collection route, Tuesday, January 14. The affected streets will be collected tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15.

NOTICE: City Hall, the Recycling & Compost Center, and the City Landfill, and will be closed on Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Office Closure will NOT affect your regular trash & recycling pickup.

Due to unforeseen mechanical problems, Waste Connections was not able to complete their collection route today, Monday, January 13. The highlighted streets will be collected first thing tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14.

The Library's Wagging Tales program is cancelled tonight (Monday, January 13). The next Wagging Tales is Monday, February 10. Thank you for your understanding.

Night Shift Summary 01/12/2025 Leaving the scene crash reported on Vernaci Drive. Unknown suspect vehicle. Subject was stopped in the 2800 block of East 5th Street for a traffic violation. Subject was found to have outstanding warrants and was arrested. Alarm in the 1900 block of East 5th Street. Accidental by employee.

Signal Improvements scheduled for Highway 100 and High Street Intersection on Monday, January 13, 2025, starting at 7 am. Weather dependent. Please use caution for workers in this area and use alternate routes if possible.

Night Shift Summary 01/11/2025 Report of a vehicle blocking a driveway in the 1100 block of Bieker Road. Vehicle was moved. Assault reported in Washington Square. Lost or stolen license plate reported in the 5000 block of Steutermann Road. Assisted a motorist in the 5000 block of Highway 100. Assisted EMS in the 200 block of West 3rd Street. Assisted a motorist on Steutermann road at Highway 47. Vehicle crash in the 1700 block of East 9th Street. Driver was found to be intoxicated and was arrested. Intoxicated subject located on High Street near West 5th Street. Subject was taken into protective custody. Hazards removed from the roadway in the 900 block of International Avenue.