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

What do these little dots in Colorado mean to us? It's almost Race Across America time! WashMO doesn't have the Olympics or the Tour de France, but we do have world-class athletes racing through here every year. The leading cyclists left Oceanside, CA on Tuesday afternoon, and are currently making their way through Colorado. We will start seeing the racers and their support teams as soon as Sunday, and the multi-person teams will come throughout the week. This year's roster consists of 27 solo racers, 4 two-person teams, 12 four-person teams, and 3 eight-person teams, representing 15 different countries! Of note is a team of disabled Veterans. These amazing athletes are hot and TIRED, as they have already cycled 2/3 across the country by the time they pass by here! PLEASE BE NICE and represent the best of WashMO hospitality! Please give them room and a little patience- they will be on Hwy 100 and Hwy 47. (They don't choose the route, and are not allowed to detour to less busy roads). Thank you!

Paying your utility bill has never been more simple!

Thanks to the families who attended the Drive-In movie morning at the library. There were lots of creative car designs, and each participant took home their very own cardboard vehicle.

5th Street at Zetta-Subject arrested for Driving without a license and Speed. 901 East 5th Street-Animal Bite Numerous other calls for service, Check the Wellbeing, Traffic Stops, Funeral Escorts, Several other animal calls.

We had a great time at Art Club (for adults age 16+) last night. Art Club is the 2nd Wednesday of every month, at 6:00 p.m.

Did you know the City of Washington is currently running a survey for the Parks and Recreation System? Please share your thoughts by using the link below to take this quick, 10 minute survey about the next 10 years of our parks. The survey data will be used to help outline our Parks and Recreation Master Plan that will further develop the parks system. Thank you for your time to complete the survey! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/washington_parks_community_survey

City offices, Landfill and Recycling Center will be closed on Wednesday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. Please note, this will NOT affect refuse or recycling pickup.

Next Thursday, June 20, is the Movie in the Park. This is a perfect night for the whole family to enjoy and watch the hit family film Migration. Make sure to bring snacks, drinks, blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the movie. The movie will be held at the amphitheater in the fairgrounds approximately at 8:30 p.m. This is a FREE event so come on out to enjoy a fun family evening!

The City of Washington is hiring! Join our team!

What is bioretention? It is a landscaped depression that is designed to collect and treat stormwater from impervious surfaces before the stormwater moves into a storm drain and into a waterway such as a local creek or river. Visit Great Rivers Greenway for more information. https://greatriversgreenway.org/design-guidelines/environmental/bioretention-rain-garden/ #SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday #biorentention #naturesway

This Thursday and Friday, Washington will host two advisors from American In Bloom (AIB) as they see all the hard work that our city staff has put into the parks and the city. Each year, we host AIB to show off Washington and see improvements that can be made to increase the beautification of our city. AIB's goal is to do this with plants, flowers, trees, and other environmental and lifestyle enhancements. As a department, we work hard to make sure our parks and city are in top-notch shape for this event. We are very excited to welcome the advisors this Thursdays!

Join us at the Library on Thursday, June 13 at 6:30 p.m. as Leeann Pennington provides evidence-based facts about how our modern lifestyle is stealing our peace while also providing information on how mindfulness activities improve our overall well-being. Teen/Adult

Shift Summary - Nights 6/10/24 An open door was reported in the 600 block of Cedar St. A check the well being was conducted in the area of the Washington Bridge. A check the well being was conducted in the 500 block of W. 2nd St. Officers responded to an alarm sounding in the area of Oak St. and Front St. A check the well being was conducted in the 6700 block of Hwy 100. Found property was located in the 1700 block of A Roy Dr. Hazards were reported in the 800 block of E. 6th St. Assisted EMS with a sick case in the 300 block of Elm St.

Property damage to a vehicle reported in the 1300 block of Jefferson Street. Stolen debit card reported in the 400 block of Grand Avenue. Forgery reported in the 300 block of Jefferson Street. Drivers license reported in the 500 block of Front Street. It was returned to owner. 2 fake 20 dollar bills used on Washington Crossing. Assault reported on the parking lot of Washington Square. Individuals were separated and went their own way.

Starting on Monday, June 24, the Agnes Nolting Aquatic Center will be hosting its Junior Lifeguard Training for kids ages 11-16. This informative course will cover the basic skills to become a lifeguard in the future. This course is taught by Midwest Pool Management (MPM) and is $88. The final day for registration is Thursday, June 20.

Shift Summary Days 06/09/24 Officers responded to a peace disturbance in the area of International and 9th St. Officers responded to a peace disturbance in the 900 block of E. 9th St. A motor vehicle accident was reported in the area of Hwy 47 and Washington Crossing. A peace disturbance was reported in the area of the 800 block of E. 8th St. Officers responded to an alarm sounding in the 2300 block of Stonecrest Dr. A subject was taken into custody for stealing in the 1700 block of A Roy Dr. Assisted another agency in the 700 block of Fulton St.

WFD call summary June 2-8 6/02: mutual aid, New Haven-Berger wires, W. Front St. vehicle accident, Hwy 100 6/03: wires, E. 5th St. 6/04: vehicle accident, Hwy 100 mutual aid, New Haven-Berger 6/06: alarm, Marbach Dr. wires, W. 5th St. 6/07: mutual aid, Boles alarm, Watermann Dr. alarm, Phoenix Ctr. Dr. vehicle accident, Hwy 47 alarm, Washington Crossing 6/08: vehicle accident, Hwy A alarm, High St. Professional Volunteer Service since 1852 #wfd #volunteerfiredepartment #washmo

Due to the air temperature, the pool will not open until 1:30 p.m. today, June 9. Thank you!

This good girl was found tonight on East 11th Street. She misses her family and wants to go home. We could not locate a microchip on her. Please contact WPD at 636-390-1050 if this is your pet or if you know who she belongs to.

Shift Summary Days - 06/07/24 A property damage to a vehicle was reported in the area of Southwinds. A subject was taken into protective custody and transported to a hospital for a psychological evaluation in the 500 block of W. 5th St. Officers responded to the 400 block of Front St. for an animal complaint. A peace disturbance was reported in the 1200 block of Caroline Dr. Assisted EMS in the 200 block of Grand Ave. Officers responded to the 1700 block of Heritage Hills for a report of stealing. A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 700 block of E. 1st St. Assisted another law enforcement agency at Hwy A and Steutermann Rd. A check the well being was conducted in the 400 block of Fair St. Assisted the Fire Department in the 3100 block of Phoenix Center Dr. Officers responded and investigated a motor vehicle accident in the area of Hwy 47 and 14th St.