The City of Washington Parks & Recreation Charitable Foundation is kicking off a brand-new Summer Concert Series with not one—but two—free, family-friendly events!
Join us on Wednesday, June 3 from 6–8 PM featuring live music from Diesel Island, and again on Wednesday, June 17 from 6–8 PM with Friends of Aaron!
Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, and your favorite snacks and drinks, and come relax with friends, family, and neighbors while enjoying great live music in a laid-back outdoor setting.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🌿🎵
Front Street, from Oak Street to Cedar Street, will remain closed. Sidewalks will remain open over the weekend.
Work on Front Street will resume Monday, May 4, at which time Front Street will remain closed from Oak Street to east of Cedar Street allowing access to Underground’s Parking Lot.
Join us May 14 from 5–8 PM for an evening of great music, food, and drinks!
🍴 Food: Mosaic Cafe & Catering
🍷 Wine: Stone Hill Winery
🍹 Bartender: Guild Mortgage
Bring your friends, grab a drink, and kick off the season with us at The Farmer's Market! 🌅
Prom Weekend Reminder
Happy Blue Friday WashMO!
This Saturday, May 2nd, juniors and seniors from several area schools will be celebrating prom. Some events will be held on campus, while others will take place at off-campus venues.
The weather is expected to be cool, but nice. It should be perfect for photos. Please be mindful of popular picture locations like Lions Lake, as these areas can become congested with both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Also, a reminder: taking photos on train tracks or within railroad right of way is not only dangerous, but illegal.
Juniors & Seniors: You’ve got people in your life who care about you, family, friends, and teachers, and that includes your local police officers, firefighters, EMS, and dispatchers. We care about you too. Make good choices....please.
#WashMO #BUPD #ArriveAlive #RaisedThemRightStillWatchingTheLocationDot
#PromNightProofWeCleanUpOkaySometimes #UberIsCheaperThanOurRide
Why We Serve
Name: P.O. Ryan Rapert #295
Where are you from and where did you go to high school? Union, Missouri and I graduated from Union High School in 2024
What did you do prior to getting into law enforcement? I worked at N-Sports and at Elco Chevrolet as a Service Valet.
What training academy did you go to and do you have any prior public safety experience? I graduated from the Eastern Missouri Police Academy earlier this year. I didn’t have prior experience.
When did you join Washington PD and why? I joined Washington PD in 2025. When I was going through the hiring process at various other departments, WPD was the first one to respond and I never looked back. Washington is also right down the road from where I grew up and I was familiar with the area.
What is your current role within the department and do you have any specialized assignments? I’m currently assigned to the Patrol Division as a Patrol Officer and I don’t have any specialized training or assignments yet.
Why did you choose law enforcement as a career? Though it may seem like a cliché answer, the reason I joined law enforcement was because of a police officer who came to my school when I was a little kid. All of the first responders came to my school, but I remember specifically looking at the police officers and thinking to myself how cool they looked. Even though their uniforms are what originally caught my attention, I continued to stay interested in law enforcement throughout my life. I began attending youth academies and looking up the qualifications for the police academy. By the time I graduated high school in 2024, I knew that I wanted to join the police academy, so as soon as I was old enough I submitted my application.
What’s one thing you wish the public knew or understood about law enforcement and one thing you didn’t know until after you started? One thing I wish the public knew about law enforcement is that there is a lot more paperwork in this job than you'd think. A lot of time spent in front of a computer typing out reports and associated forms.
One thing I didn’t realize before starting this job is how difficult it can be to manage a constantly changing sleep schedule. Adjusting to sleeping during the day so I can work at night, then trying to switch back to a normal routine on my days off, has been a challenge and something I’m still getting used to. Every 56 days, we rotate from day shift to night shift. When that happens, I have to readjust all over again. It does eventually settle into a more normal rhythm, but those first few days are always tough.
What do you enjoy outside of work? I enjoy watching TV shows/movies, working out, and playing video games. When the opportunity presents itself, I like to get together with my friends and play basketball.
Are you married? Kids? No
Pets? No
Night Shift Summary. Date: 04-30-26
Assisted Highway Patrol with an intoxicated subject.
A male subject was arrested for outstanding warrants.
Arrests do not imply guilt
Why We Serve
Name: P.O. Patrick Martin #296
Where are you from and where did you go to high school? I’m from the Union, Missouri area and graduated from Union High School in 2018.
What did you do prior to getting into law enforcement? I worked in construction and at Imo’s.
What training academy did you go to and do you have public safety experience? I graduated from the Missouri’s Sheriff’s Association Training Academy in 2023. Prior to coming to Washington PD, I worked as a Deputy for the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and was assigned to their Jail Facility.
When did you join Washington PD and why? 2025 and I wanted to work for the community that I’m a part of.
What is your current role within the department and do you have any specialized assignments? I’m currently assigned to the Patrol Division as a Patrol Officer. I don’t have any specialized training or assignments yet.
Why did you choose law enforcement as a career? I chose law enforcement because I didn’t feel fulfilled by earlier jobs. I wanted a career that would allow me to help others in a meaningful way.
What’s one thing you wish the public knew about law enforcement and one thing you didn’t know until after you started? I wish the public really knew that officers genuinely care about doing their part to make the community a safer place and helping others when they might need it most.
I didn’t realize how supportive of law enforcement this community is until after I started working for the residents of Washington.
What do you enjoy outside of work? Outside of work I enjoy spending quality time with my family, exercising, and watching movies.
Are you married? Kids? My wife, Brianna, and I have two young children and another on the way.
Pets? We have one dog and two cats.
#WashMO #GoBlueJays #TinyTourBigImpact #WeSurvivedTheKindergartenTour
Night Shift Summary. Date:4-29-26
A leaving the scene traffic accident was reported in the area of Highway A and Steutermann Road.
Two stray dogs were brought to the police department. One appeared to have been struck by a vehicle.
A verbal domestic report was taken in the 500 block of West 5th Street.
Homeless activity in the area of the Farmers Market.
A male subject was arrested in the area of Washington Square for possession of drug paraphernalia.
Arrests do not imply guilt
The City of Washington is hosting a Blood Drive on Wednesday, May 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Public Safety Building. Your donation can help save lives and make a real difference in our community.
Sign up today at redcrossblood.org
Every drop counts—join us!
🚨 CodeRED Notification Update 🚨
A CodeRED alert from our system will come from the phone number 636‑231‑4112.
Please save this number in your contacts so you can easily recognize future emergency notifications.
Staying informed is an important part of staying safe—thank you!
‼️Please Note: Alerts will only go to those who have signed up for alerts. You can sign up for today, by visiting washmo.gov/codered
Jennifer Brune, Director of 9-1-1 Communications
Justin Frankenberg, Emergency Management Director
Why We Serve
Name: P.O. Katie Griggs #297
Where are you from and where did you go to high school? I grew up in North St. Louis County and graduated from Ritenour High School in 2011.
What did you do prior to getting into law enforcement? I worked as a school secretary in the discipline office.
What training academy did you go to and do you have public safety experience? I graduated from the Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy in 2025. No, I don’t have any prior public safety experience.
When did you join Washington PD and why? I joined while in the academy and I chose Washington PD because the community is smaller in size and its known for being tight-knit.
What is your current role within the department and do you have any specialized assignments? I’m currently assigned to the Patrol Division as a Patrol Officer and I don’t have any specialized assignments yet.
Why did you choose law enforcement as a career? This was my career plan all along, having children at a young age put it on hold, though as my kids got older I decided to still pursue this career/dream. I wanted to be a police officer to help and serve others
What’s one thing you wish the public knew about law enforcement AND one thing you didn’t know until after you started? I wish people knew how much we generally care about the safety and well-being of the people in the communities we serve. We don’t just run and chase bad guys, we help the elderly, the sick, the injured, the abused, the children.
What I didn’t know before I started was the amount of paperwork that goes along with the call for service.
What do you enjoy outside of work? Outside of work, I love being outdoors. One of my favorite things to do is go hiking. I also enjoy traveling, cooking, and baking.
Are you married? Any kids? I’ve been with my husband for 17 years, married for 12 years. We have two sons, aged 15 and 9.
Pets? Our third child is a Dalmatian.
For the safety of residents and workers, all mattresses and box springs must be completely wrapped and sealed in plastic before being placed out for removal.
Night Shift Summary. 4/28/26:
Assisted WFD with an alarm in the area of Southwinds Dr.
A suspicious person was reported in the 4700 block of South Point Rd.
A suspicious vehicle was reported in the area of Hwy 100 and W. 5th St.
Trespassing was reported in the 900 block of E. 5th St.
A domestic assault was reported in the 800 block of MacArthur St.
A male was taken into protective custody in the 100 block of Boone St.
Assisted MSHP with a motor vehicle crash in the 5200 block of Hwy 100.
A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 1900 block of Rabbit Trail Dr.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT
Day Shift Summary 04/28/2026
Subject who is known to have an outstanding warrant was located in the area of West 5th Street and Dubois Street. Subject was contacted and was arrested.
Peace disturbance reported on Elbert Drive. Subject was contacted and asked to turn their radio down.
Non-injury traffic crash on Highway 100 at High Street.
Non-injury traffic crash on Highway 100 at Highway 47.
The City of Washington is partnering with Animal Hospital of Washington to offer a low-cost rabies vaccination clinic for our community’s pets.
📍 Location: Animal Hospital of Washington (211 W. 5th Street)
💉 Cost: Rabies vaccines and additional vaccinations available for just $15 each
This is a great opportunity to keep your pets healthy, protected, and up to date on important vaccinations—while supporting overall community health.
Please remember to bring dogs on a leash and cats in a carrier.
For more information, contact the City of Washington or Animal Hospital of Washington at 636-239-2745.
“Why We Serve”
Name: P.O. Kylie Galey #231
Where are you from and where did you go to high school? I grew up in High Ridge Missouri and graduated from Northwest High School.
What did you do prior to getting into law enforcement? Prior to getting into law enforcement, I worked at Cracker Barrel.
What training academy did you go to and do you have public safety experience? I attended the Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy and graduated this year. I didn't have any prior experience.
When did you join Washington PD and why? 2025. I chose WPD because of its emphasis on community-oriented policing and its dedication to actively serving, engaging with, and supporting the people in the community.
What is your current role within the department and do you have any specialized assignments? I’m currently assigned to the department’s Patrol Division as a Patrol Officer with no specialized areas yet.
Why did you choose law enforcement as a career? I chose to pursue a career in law enforcement because I enjoy solving complex problems and taking on challenges that require critical thinking and persistence. I’m also motivated by the opportunity to be someone people can rely on in difficult situations.
What’s one thing you wish the public knew about law enforcement AND one thing you didn’t know until after you started? I wish more people understood that behind the uniform, we are still human. We do our best every day, but like anyone else, we are not perfect.
One thing I did not know until after I started working in law enforcement is the amount of paperwork that goes along with a call for service.
What do you enjoy outside of work? Outside of work I enjoy spending time with family and friends, listening to music and reading.
Are you married? Kids? Nope
Pets? Zena – Chihuahua, Rusty – Norwegian forest cat, Binx – part Maine Coon
Night Shift Summary. 4/27/26:
A suspicious person was reported in the area of Rock Ln.
A stray dog was picked up in the area of Lexington Ln. and Washington Hgts. Dr. and returned to owner.
Day Shift Summary 04/26/2026
Assisted MSHP with a traffic stop in the area of A. Roy Drive and Highway 100.
Assisted EMS in the 2800 block of Rabbit Trail Drive.
Non-injury vehicle crash on Highway 100 at Bluff Road.
Assisted EMS in the 2100 block of Weber Heights.
