
Tuesday April 8 is National Library Workers Day. The Library doesn't work without our great staff. Take a moment and thank a library worker in your life - it will make their day!


Subject stopped for running a red light at HWY 100/47. Taken into custody on warrants and issued summons for the traffic violation. Traffic crash on Rabbit Trail Drive, 2 vehicles towed. Subject stopped for expired plates, arrested on outstanding warrant and issued summons. Homeless contacts, traffic enforcement, building checks, suspicious persons.

Washington received the Tree City USA award for the 20th consecutive year! Also this year, Washington was 1 of 5 StL metro cities to receive a Growth Award for going above and beyond typical Tree City USA requirements. This is the 8th time Washington has received a Growth Award in the last 20 years.





It's National Library Week. Thank you for over 100 years of support serving Washington and the wider community. Visit the library, get a library card, and checkout some of our many items: books, movies, audiobooks, board games, video games and more!


Did you know that the City of Washington maintains a community jobs board? This useful tool connects local job seekers with employers right here in our community. Whether you're looking to launch your career, make a change, or find the perfect candidate, the Community Jobs Board has something for everyone. Check it out at washmoworks.com today!


Night Shift 04/06/2025
Dog running at large in the area of Dubois Street. Dog was released to owner.
Peace disturbance reported on Westridge Drive. Subject causing the disturbance was contacted. Subject was found to have outstanding warrants and was arrested.

Shift Summary - Days 4/6/25
A motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of High St. and Hwy 100.
A check the well being was conducted in the 900 block of E. 5th St.
A leaving the scene motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of W. 2nd St. and Stafford St.
Animal complaint in the 2100 block of Matilda Ct.
Animal complaint in the 200 block of Locust St.

Night Shift 04/05/2025
Non-injury private property crash reported on Deutsch Crest Drive.
Peace disturbance on Phoenix Center Drive. Subjects left.
Homeless activity in the 500 block of East 7th Street. Subject was moved along.
Subject was stopped for a traffic violation on Highway 100 near Washington Heights Drive. Subject was found to have outstanding warrants and was arrested.
Peace disturbance reported in the 2000 block of East 5th Street. Owner of the barking dog was contacted.

NOTICE: Due to flood waters and creek overflow, for the safety of our customers and staff, The City Recycle Center will be closed today, Saturday April 5.

Night Shift Summary 04/04/2025
Delayed report of stealing and trespassing in the area of A. Roy Drive. Suspect has been identified.
Peace disturbance reported on Southwinds Circle. Subject causing the disturbance was asked to keep it down.
Westlink Drive near Recycle Drive has been closed due to water over the roadway.

The Easter Bunny is coming to town! Bring your kids to this Free event on Saturday, April 12.


Traffic Crash at HWY 100/Rabbit Trail
Violation of an exparte investigated
Delayed assault report that occurred at Walmart investigated
Suspicious persons in the downtown area
Building checks/follow ups/report writing

Shift Summary Days 4-3-2025 Check the well-being in the area of Horn and Frank Streets. Fraud report taken in the 800 Block of W. Main. Assist WFD in the 1900 Block of Image Drive Animal complaint in the 900 Block of High Street. Vehicle crash report in the area of 8th/47. Vehicle crash report in the area of 100/47.

Periods of heavy rain are predicted between now and Saturday. Always remember "turn around don't drown"
City of Washington Emergency Management Agency


Exciting News at the Pool! The new slide has arrived! Remember, you can purchase your 20-visit pool card at a discounted rate of $110 through the end of April. Beginning May 1, the cost of the card is $120. Call 636-390-1080 to purchase your card today!





Due to Inclement weather, the Water department will pause their work replacing the water main on Front Street. Work will resume at Oak Street going westward on April 7. Each block will be shut down to traffic each day and will reopen at the end of the workday.
Thank you for your patience!


Please STAY WEATHER AWARE today! Still have severe potential in our area between 12:00-3:00PM.
City of Washington Emergency Management Agency


Night Shift Summary 04/01/2025
Alarm in the 1300 block of Jefferson Street. Accidental.
Report of two subjects fighting the 900 block of East 5th Street. Contact was made with both parties. One of the subjects was found to have outstanding warrants and was arrested.
Homeless subject was sleeping in the 400 block of Lafayette Street. Subject was asked to move along.
Suspicious vehicle was checked in the area of the riverfront. They were asked to move along.
Loud music complaint in the 100 block of West Main Street. Subjects were contacted and asked to turn it down for the night.

Turf grass lawns cover 40 million acres of land in the United States. Planting native vegetation promotes better local habitat, improves runoff and water quality, and can even reduce carbon emissions. https://grownative.org
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Night Shift Summary 03/31/2025
Peace Disturbance on Norwood Trailer Court. Subjects causing the disturbance left.
Alarm sounding in Washington Square. Accidental.
Dog running at large in the 400 block of East 7th Street. Dog was returned to owners.
Assisted a subject in a mental health crisis on Freemont Street.
Domestic assault reported in the 700 block of James Street.
Non-injury traffic crash in the 300 block of Stafford Street.