We are so excited to be back in 2024! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 14, from 10-5 p.m., and join us in Downtown Washington at the Washington Public Library! Planning is underway, and we'll have our full programming schedule released in the coming months!!
Tomorrow is Family Health and Fitness Day, get outside with your family and "Get Fit". Use one of the many trails or parks that Washington has to offer. There are so many ways to enjoy Family Health and Fitness Day, how will your family "Get Fit"?
Along with the recent renovations in Lafayette Plaza we want to give a big thank you to Neil Zeitzmann for renovating the bird house as well. It is a complete rebuild of the old bird house taking 35 hours to complete. Using the old bird house as a template he was able to create the new one using western red cedar. The only salvageable parts were the metal strip on top and the bracket on the bottom which he incorporated into the new piece. Using a jewel saw and scroll saw he was able to create the intricate features on the birdhouse. We would like to again thank Neil Zeitzmann for his beautiful birdhouse that will be located in Lafayette Plaza.
In remembrance of the courage and sacrifice of those who fought to restore freedom on the beaches of Normandy 80 years ago today.
They changed the world.
Thank you.
Day Shift Summary 06/05/2024
Junk violation in the 700 block of West 6th Street.
Non-injury traffic crash on Phoenix Center Drive.
Subject was contacted in the area of A. Roy Drive because someone was concerned with them lying in the grass. Subject was fine, but was found to have outstanding warrants and was arrested.
Leaving the scene crash reported in the 2000 block of Anniston Drive.
Stealing reported in the 4700 block of South Point Road.
Training around Borgia Grade School tonight-there will be some temporary street closures in the area.
If you are seeing all the fire apparatus around Borgia Grade School this evening, it is because the Washington Fire Department is training at the school.
Pay your utility bill in one of these four simple ways!
Earlier this week City Staff worked hard to install a new irrigation system along with new plants in Lafayette Plaza Park. A big thank you goes out to all the city staff that keeps our parks in top notch condition!
Shift Summary Nights 6-4-2024
Vehicle Crash in the area of 5th/High
Assist EMS in the 300 Block of Meadow.
Vehicle crash in the area of 47/Blue Jay.
Report of C and I driving in the area of the riverfront.
Report of a fight in the 2000 Block of Washington Crossing.
Are you familiar with the term Low Impact Development or LID? This is development that focuses on design standards that can maintain or restore hydrologic and ecological function. These strategies include conserving and creating vegetative buffers, limiting impervious hard surfaces or replacing with pervious pavers or concrete, and incorporating bio-swales, rain gardens, and amended soils.
#SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday #LID
Shift Summary Days - 06/04/24
A check the well being was conducted on Rabbit Trail Dr.
A check the well-being was conducted in the 1700 block of A Roy Dr.
A parking violation was reported in the area of W. 7th and Louis St.
A suspicious person was reported in the area of 5th and Hancock.
A stealing report was taken in the 300 block of Lake View Dr.
Officers responded for an alarm sounding in the 2000 block of Washington Crossing.
A stealing report was taken in the 1800 block of Vernaci Dr.
A motor vehicle accident was investigated in the area of Hwy 100 and Hwy A
A large set of keys were turned in today. If you have any identifying information in regards to them please contact 636-390-1050.
The Washington Public Library is now hiring a summer seasonal Library Shelver! Apply today at https://washmo.gov/employment-opportunities/
This Saturday, June 8, the City of Washington is looking for volunteers to Keep Washington Beautiful. Join us from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. to help mulch, paint, and pick up trash to Keep Washington Beautiful.
Contact Downtown Washington Inc. to volunteer:
(636) 239-1743 or events@downtownwashmo.org
Shift Summary Nights 6-3-2024
Harassment report in the 1100 Block W. 9th.
Vehicle Crash report in the area of High and Edith.
Trespassing in the 700 Block of Fremont Street.
Homeless activity in the 1700 Block of A Roy Drive
Civil matter in the 1600 Block of E. 5th.
Shift Summary Days - 06/03/24
Stealing 1900 block of E. 5th St.
Stealing 2000 block of Washington Crossing
Officers responded to a motor vehicle accident near 14th St. and Jefferson St.
Assisted EMS in the 100 block of Carriage Ct.
Assisted EMS in the 800 block of Washington Corners
A stealing report was taken in the 1700 block of A Roy Dr.
The City of Washington is currently in the process of completing a Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan. We are looking for community input on what Washington’s parks should look like in the next 10 years. Click here (hyperlink- https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/washington_parks_community_survey) to complete the Washington Parks and Recreation Master Plan Community Survey.
Over the next 12 months, the City will be hosting a number of in person and online opportunities for citizens to share their vision for the parks and community. Check back for details on upcoming meetings in the coming weeks and months ahead!
📣 We are thrilled to share that the Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit, Voices & Votes: Democracy in America, is coming to the Washington Public Library in the Winter of 2025! This incredible Museum on Main Street (MoMS) exhibition will be hosted in the following towns:
📍 Maryville (Nodaway Community Theater Company)
📍 Sikeston (DAEOC)
📍 Neosho (Crowder College, Social Science Division)
📍 Memphis (Northeast Missouri Regional Planning Commission)
📍 Grain Valley (Grain Valley Historical Society)
📍 Washington (Washington Public Library)
Voices & Votes explores the foundational principles of American Democracy, tracing its roots from the country's beginnings and examining key questions that continue to shape our nation today: Who has the right to vote? What are the freedoms and responsibilities of citizens? Whose voices will be heard? This exhibit serves as a springboard for vital discussions about these issues, reflecting our local stories and experiences. This is made possible through a Grant by @MOHumanities.
➡️ Learn more about this exhibit at: mohumanities.org/traveling-exhibits
