Sweeping grass clipping off patios, walkways, and streets is important. It helps prevent tripping hazards as well as to prevent excess grass clippings going down the storm inlets. Excess grass clippings can clog the storm system and cause unnecessary flooding, but organic debris also pollutes our waterways and can cause eutrophication – a reduction in oxygen levels in our rivers and lakes which harms and kills aquatic wildlife.
#SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday #Sweepdon’tspray
Mark your calendars, Washington! Curbside collection is changing.
🗑️ Trash: Every Tuesday, all residents
♻️ Recycling + 1 bulk item: Every other week, by section
Your first Recycling + 1 bulk item pickup under the new schedule:
• Section B (east of Hwy 47): Tuesday, September 1
• Section A (west of Hwy 47): Wednesday, September 9 (adjusted from Tuesday due to Labor Day)
Courage2Report: Speak Up. Help Keep Our Schools Safe.
School safety is everyone’s responsibility.
If you see or hear something that makes you concerned about a potential threat to students or school staff, say something. Reporting a concern is not snitching or tattling. Your decision to speak up could help prevent school violence, protect someone from being hurt, or help a student get the support they need.
If it is an emergency or someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
For non-emergency concerns, you can:
• Talk to a teacher, counselor, administrator, SRO, or another trusted adult at school.
• Talk to your parents or another trusted adult.
• Submit a confidential tip to Courage2Report Missouri.
Courage2Report is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Anyone can submit a tip, including students, parents, school personnel, and concerned citizens. You do not have to provide your name.
Tips can involve concerns occurring at school, school events, on school buses, at bus stops, or while traveling to and from school.
When you submit a tip, trained analysts gather the information and forward the report to local law enforcement and the appropriate school officials for follow-up. Please do not close out the website until after the analysist has spoken with you. Some tips require more information that what is initially given.
You don't have to know exactly what is going to happen. You just need to speak up when something doesn't seem right.
When it comes to school safety, your voice matters.
https://www.courage2reportmo.com/c2r/submit
Please be advised that the Riverfront Trail will be closed at the west end of the loop from Wednesday, August 26, 2026, through Friday, August 28, 2026, while crews make necessary repairs to the bridge.
The concrete around the bridge has been washed out, and repairs are needed to ensure the area is safe for trail users.
We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to get the trail back in safe, usable condition. Please use caution and do not enter the closed area while repairs are underway.
Thank you for your cooperation! 🚧
📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
📍 Wolf Hollow Golf Club | Labadie, MO
This year's event will help support the re-establishment of the Washington Police Department K-9 Unit. Starting a K-9 program is a BIG undertaking. It involves much more than simply purchasing a dog. The program requires specialized training for the dog and handler, equipment, food, shelter, veterinary care, and continued funding and support.
Your support at this year's golf tournament will help us take the next steps toward bringing a K-9 back to the Washington Police Department.
Donations are welcome, and sponsorship opportunities are still available. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
We appreciate everyone who has supported this effort and helped us move this project forward.
#WashMO #PawPatrol #SniffingOutCrime #WorkingDog #CommunityPolicing
🐾 2 WEEKS UNTIL DOGGIE DIP! 🐾
The countdown is on! Just 2 weeks until our four-legged friends get to take over the pool at the Agnes Nolting Aquatic Complex! 🐶💦
Have you and your pup registered yet? There’s still time, but space is limited, so be sure to get signed up before the deadline!
🌊 Swimming • 🐾 Playing • 🐕 Fun • 🎉 A special treat for our pups!
We can’t wait to see all of our furry friends splashing around! ❤️
Day Shift Summary. 08/25/26
Officers responded to the area of Southwinds and E. 14th St. for and conducted a check the wellbeing.
Officers responded to Hwy 100 and Hwy 47 and assisted a motorist who was having car issues.
Officers responded to Hwy 100 and Hwy 47 and assisted a motorist who was having car issues.
Officers responded to Madison and E. 6th St. and investigated a motor vehicle accident.
Officers made contact with a subject who came into the police department with questions regarding a keep the peace.
Officers made contact with a subject who came into the station to report a road rage incident that took place on 08/21/26.
Three subjects were arrested for various charges and outstanding warrants during a traffic stop.
Officers responded to a parking lot located in the Clocktower Plaza for a private property motor vehicle accident.
Officers responded to the area of E. 4th St. and Market St. for a homeless activity.
Officers responded to a business located on A Roy Dr. for an alarm sounding.
In addition to the tips shared in the attached graphics, please watch the included video which talks about how to be safe when posting photos of your kids on the first day of school.
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DH3V8qbHh/
Looking for a unique space for your retail or commercial business? This beautifully restored historic freight depot at 325 W. Front St. offers 3,110 SF of character and opportunity in the heart of downtown Washington.
- Vaulted ceilings & exposed timber trusses
- Original wide-plank hardwood floors
- Two ADA-compliant bathrooms
- Back patio with riverfront views
- Steps from the Amtrak station
- Walkable to Main Street, shops & restaurants
$3,200/month
A distinctive space in a prime downtown location. Interested? Reach out to agriesheimer@washmo.gov to schedule a showing or for leasing details.
Night Shift Summary. 8/23/26:
A female was arrested for driving while intoxicated and careless and reckless driving in the area of Grand Avenue and Veterans Dr.
A private property motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of Washington Crossing.
Assisted New Haven PD in the 4100 block of Brookview Dr.
Harassment was reported in the 400 block of Cherie Ct.
A peace disturbance was reported in the area of Elbert Dr.
Alarm sounding in the 5800 block of Hwy 100.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT.
Day Shift Summary. 08/23/2026:
A vehicle crash was reported in the intersection of Vernaci and Phoenix Center Drive
A derelict vehicle was reported in the area of Frank and James
A homeless activity was reported at the riverfront
A check the well being was reported in the 2000 block of Washington Crossing
A parking violation was reported on Lyons Gate Court
Assisted another law enforcement agency in Southwinds Circle
Day Shift Summary 08/22/26
Report of a subject passed out behind the wheel of a vehicle on Brookview Drive. Subject was asleep in a running vehicle. Subject was found to be intoxicated and was arrested.
Alarm on Kelly Court. Accidental by homeowner.
Report of a dog barking on Fairview Drive. Subject with the dog was contacted.
Peace disturbance, subjects arguing in the 2000 block of East 5th Street. Subject causing the disturbance left.
Train was blocking the crossing at Front and Lafayette. Union Pacific was contacted and they stated they were waiting for a train to pass before they could resume and estimated it would be about 20 minutes. We contacted them several more times about 30 minutes apart and got the same information. It finally moved after approximately 2 hours.
A debit card was turned in that was located on 14th Street at Jefferson Street. Owner was contacted and the card was returned.
Non-injury traffic crash on Highway 47 at East 5th Street.
Night Shift Summary Date 08/21/26
Stealing was reported in the area of Washington Crossing.
A check the wellbeing was conducted in the 1900 block of Mike Alan Drive.
A peace disturbance was reported in the area of Southwinds.
An alarm was sounding in the 800 block of West 2nd Street.
A peace disturbance was reported in the 1400 block of East 5th Street.
Found property was reported in the 1200 block of Jefferson Street.
Day Shift Summary 08/21/26
A property damage was reported in the 6700 block of Highway 100
Harassment was reported in the 500 block of Plaster Avenue
Harassment was reported on Southwinds Circle
A vehicle crash occurred at Highway 100 and Highway 47
A peace disturbance was reported in the 1700 block of East 5th Street
A stealing was reported from the area of West 14th and High Street
An animal was reported to be locked in a vehicle on Heritage Hills Drive. The animal was adequately cared for and was not in distress.
Property damage was reported in the 800 block of West 5th Street
A subject was taken into custody for stealing in the 1700 block of Aroy Drive
Please refer only to the newest image below for the most accurate information. Thank you for your patience and for bringing this to our attention!
Please visit washmo.gov/curbside for interactive maps, schedule and more information.
Join us at the library on Tuesday August 25 @ 6:30 p.m. as Ed Wheatley “ presents his book, "The Finest in the Field®: A History of Baseball Through 50 Iconic Gloves”
https://www.washmolib.org/o/wpl/article/3012672
Celebrate fall vibes with live music from The Graybeards, 5–8 PM!
🍝 Food: Mangia Bella
🍷 Wine: Noboleis Wineyards
🍹 Bartender: Re/Max Results, Janie Schriewer & Associates
Cooler evenings, great tunes, and delicious bites—see you there!
Have you and your pup signed up yet? 🐶💦 There’s still time to register, but space is limited, so be sure to get your registration in before the deadline!
We’re looking forward to an evening of swimming, splashing, and making some fun memories with our four-legged friends! 🌊🐕❤️
And don’t forget—we have a special treat in store for our pups! 🐾👀
We’ll see you at the pool! 💦
Riverfront access at the Lafayette Street railroad crossing will be temporarily blocked for at least one hour.
Union Pacific is currently repairing an emergency mechanical failure on a train. Access will reopen once the repair is complete and it is safe to do so.
It’s time to start cleaning out those closets, garages, and storage spaces! 🏡🛍️
The Citywide Garage Sale – Fall 2026 is coming to Washington, and we’re getting ready for another great weekend of bargain hunting and treasure finding!
🗓️ Register by September 18th to have your garage sale included in the official booklet.
To participate, you must be within Washington city limits (if you pay the City for your water, you are considered to be in city limits). When registering, be sure to include:
📦 An idea of what you’ll be selling
⭐ Any specific items you’d like highlighted
⏰ The days and times you’ll be open
📖 Garage Sale Booklets will be available September 22nd–25th at:
Washington Parks & Recreation Department: 9 AM–4:30 PM
Washington Chamber of Commerce: 9 AM–4:30 PM
Washington Public Library: 9 AM–6 PM
Online: Available until Friday at 2 PM
Start sorting, start saving, and get ready to shop Washington’s Citywide Garage Sale! 🛒🎉
Register by September 18th to get your sale in the booklet!
