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

City Hall, the City Landfill and the Recycling & Compost Center will be CLOSED on Monday, February 17, in observance of Presidents' Day. Please note: Office closures will NOT affect curbside service.

Bradford Pear Trees may look pretty in early spring when they bloom but they are INVASIVE and should be removed. If you have one in your yard, read more on how you can replace your Pear tree with a FREE native tree!

Day Shift 02/09/2025 Non-injury private property crash on Washington Crossing. Checked the well being of a subject broken down in the area of East 5th Street at Southbend Drive. Homeless subject was causing a disturbance in the area of Washington Crossing. Subject was issued a trespass warning and left the area. Peace disturbance in the 2400 block of Rabbit Trail Drive. Subject causing the disturbance left the residence.

Shift Summary - Nights 2/8/25 Suspicious Activity was reported in the 700 block of Ridgeview Dr. A suspicious person was reported in the 100 block of Rabbit Trail Dr. A check the well being was conducted in the area of the riverfront. Harassment was reported in the 900 block of E. 5th St. A male was arrested for fugitive warrants during a traffic stop in the area of W. 5th St. and Elm St. A check the well being was conducted in the area of Washington Corners. A female was arrested for driving while intoxicated in the area of Hwy 47 and Blue Jay Dr. ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT

Day Shift 02/08/2025 Property damage reported at Lion's Lake. Ruts in the grass near the main stage. Assisted a motorist in the 500 block of East 5th Street. Non-injury traffic crash on Phoenix Center Drive. Subject was stopped in the 1900 block of East 5th Street for a traffic offense. Subject was found to have outstanding traffic warrants and was arrested. Homeless subject was causing issues in the 1400 block of Washington Square. Subject was given a trespass warning and asked to leave the area.

Shift Summary - Nights 2/7/25 A motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of Hwy 47 and E. 5th St. A leaving the scene motor vehicle crash occurred in the 800 block of Camp St. A suspicious person was reported in the area of Hwy 47 and Heritage Hills Dr. A peace disturbance was reported in the area of Washington Corners. A verbal domestic was reported in the 600 block of Washington Ave. A female was arrested for domestic assault in the 800 block of Roberts St. ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT

Day Shift Summary 02/07/2025 Derelict vehicle in the area of Buckingham Drive and Oxford Drive. Subject is in the process of getting it licensed. Checked on a subject in the 1000 block of Karen Lane that hadn't been answering their phone. They were fine. Stealing of a trailer reported in the area of Washington Square. Assisted with the escort of Honorary WVFD George Meyer. We thank you for your service to our community. Non-injury private property crash in the 100 block of West Main. Subject was causing issues in the 1100 block of Washington Square. That subject was issued a trespass warning and asked not to return.

The City of Washington Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications for Summer Intern. This is a great opportunity for a college student to gain hands-on experience and to learn all about how the Parks & Recreation Department operates. Visit www.washmo.gov/jobs to apply!

Thank you, SFB Grade School!

Shift Summary Nights 2-6-2025 Assist EMS in the 2600 Block of E. 5th. A male subject was arrested on outstanding warrants in the area of 5th/Hill. Peace Disturbance in the 500 Block of E. 5th. ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT.

We have 1 dad and daughter ticket available for the Daddy Daughter dance tomorrow night. The cost is $52 for the couple. If interested please call the Parks and Recreation office at 636-390-1080.

Shift Summary Nights 2-5-2025 Animal Complaint in the 700 Block of Fulton Street. A male subject was arrested on outstanding warrants in the 100 Block of Stafford Street. Peace Disturbance in the 100 Block of E. 6th. Check the well-being in the 1400 Block of W. 5th. Verbal domestic in the 2200 Block of Wind Crest Court. Private property crash in the 900 Block of E. 5th. A male subject was arrested for driving without a valid license in the 900 Block of E. 5th. Assist EMS in the 2600 Block of E. 5th. ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT.

Day Shift 02/05/25 Officers responded to the Phoenix Center II shopping center for an alarm sounding. Check the wellbeing Hwy 100 and Vossbrink. A derelict vehicle was reported in the 1300 block of E. 6th St. A check the wellbeing was conducted in the area of Hwy 100 and Bluff Rd. A check the wellbeing was conducted in the 1700 block of A Roy Dr. A motor vehicle accident was reported in the area of Hwy 100 and Jefferson. A check the wellbeing was conducted in the area of Phoenix Park Dr. A property damage was reported in the 1000 block of Esther.

Camp Washington 2025 registration opens soon! Registration for those in camp last summer (2024) opens next Tuesday, February 11 at 10 a.m. New campers' registration opens Tuesday, March 11, at 10 a.m. For details, visit www.washmoparksandrec.com

The Water Department will be working on a water main break in between Hwy 100 and 14th Street. Traffic will be down to one lane in this area.

Streamside buffers are important because they decrease pollution, control erosion, and provide vital habitats for wildlife. https://tinyurl.com/streamsidebuffers #SWPPP #washmo #farmBMP #waterwisewednesday

This good doggie was found in the area of Stafford Street and Fremont Street. If you know the owner, please have them contact us at 636-390-1050.

Assisted a motorist on Highway 100 at Washington Crossing. Assault reported on Eckelkamp Court. Subject was contacted at the Police Department and was found to have outstanding traffic warrants. Subject was arrested. Dog found running at large in the area of Stafford Street and Fremont Street. Dog was returned to owner. Non-injury traffic crash on Highway 100 at South Point Road.

Day Shift Summary 02/03/2025 Derelict vehicle reported in the area of the 200 block of High Street. Subject was stopped in the area of East 6th Street and Highway 47. Subject was found to have a suspended driving privilege and had outstanding traffic warrants. Subject was arrested. Found property turned in from Eckelkamp Court. Assisted EMS in the 500 block of Jefferson Street. Subject was left in care of EMS. Alarm on Pauwels Drive. Accidental. Non-injury private property traffic crash in the 900 block of High Street.

❗ NOTICE ❗ A Waste Connections Recycling Truck developed a hydraulic leak that could not be repaired out on the route. Additional Trucks will be dispatched tomorrow to complete the recycling route. Residents who were affected can leave their recycling out for pickup on Tuesday morning. Affected areas are highlighted in the included images.