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Color Our World this summer at Washington Public Library! Summer Reading Challenge starts May 27th and runs through July 27th. Read daily, fill out your reading log, and collect prizes along the way. Finishers will receive a 2025 Summer Reading T-Shirt!

Day Shift Summary 05/26/2025 Alarm on Town and Country Drive. Accidental by employee. Subject was causing a disturbance in the 900 block of East 5th Street. Subject was given a trespass warning. The same subject as above was causing a disturbance in the 900 block of East First Street. Subject was issued a trespass warning for there as well. Several calls of solicitors without permits. Subjects were contacted and advised to go to City Hall to obtain a permit and the Do-Not-Contact list. Stealing reported in Washington Corners. Non-injury traffic crash on South Lakeshore Drive. Alarm in the 600 block of International Avenue. Accidental. Homeless activity in the 500 block of East 14th Street. Subjects were asked to move along.

Shift Summary 5-25-2025. Peace Disturbance in the 600 Block of W. 5th. Check the well-being in the area of 3rd/Washington. Homeless Activity on Scenic Drive. Assault report in the 600 Block of W. 5th. Suspicious vehicle in the 1100 Block of Washington Square Center. Homeless activity at the riverfront.

"Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it." — Unknown

Day Shift Summary. 05-25-2025 Report of a domestic dispute in the 1300 block of Apple Blossom Lane. Animal complaint in the area of Rabbit Trail

Day Shift Summary. 05/24/25. Officers responded to the 800 block of Roberts St. for a report of a peace disturbance. A motor vehicle accident was investigated in the area of Hwy 47 and 3rd St. Officers assisted another law enforcement agency at Washington Police Department. A suspicious person was reported in the area of Hwy 47 and Duncan . Careless and reckless driving was reported in the 600 block of E. 6th St. Officers responded to the intersection of Hwy 47 and Heritage Hills for a report of a motor vehicle accident. A motor vehicle accident occurred on private property in the area of Washington Heights Dr. and Hwy 47. A peace disturbance was reported in the area of the Phoenix Center 2 shopping center.

Day Shift Summary. 05/23/25. Officers responded to the area of Duncan Ave and Hwy 47 for a homeless activity. Officers handled a found property call in the 900 block of E. 1st St. Officers responded to the 900 block of Patients First Dr. for a report of a subject who was seeking a mental health evaluation. Officers responded to a motor vehicle accident located at Highway 47 and Madison Ave. A suspicious person was reported in the 2000 block of Washington Crossing. A suspicious person and vehicle were reported in the area of the Washington Corners shopping center. Officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident in the area of 5th and Stafford. Officers investigated an injury accident in the area of Hwy 47 and 14th St. A suspicious person was reported in the area of Locust St. and 8th St. a suspicious person was reported in the area of the Washington Crossing shopping center. A dog bite was reported in the area of the 1100 block of Horn St. A suspicious person was reported in the area of Hwy 100 and Bedford Center.. A suspicious person was reported in the area of Hwy 100 and A Roy Dr.

Memorial Day Announcement "Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it." — Unknown This Memorial Day, we join our fellow Americans in remembering the profound sacrifice made by the men and women of our Armed Forces who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their bravery and dedication are the reason we pause—to honor, to remember, and to give thanks. Please note: In observance of Memorial Day, administrative offices will be closed on Monday, May 26. The lobby will remain open for walk-in reports if needed. Otherwise, please call 636-390-1050 to speak with an officer about non-emergency matters. Let us never forget the true cost of freedom. #USA #washmo #honoringheros #rememberthefallen #theydiedforourfreedom

Night Shift Summary 5/24/2025. A report was taken for an assault that occurred in the area of the riverfront. A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 100 block of Elm Street. An assault was reported in the 500 block of Front Street.

Shift Summary Nights 5-23-2025 Assist EMS in the 1300 Block of Jasper Lane. A larceny report was taken in the 1700 Block of A Roy Drive. Trespassing in the 1700 Block of A Roy Drive. Assist EMS in the 2000 Block of Washington Crossing. Homeless activity on Scenic Drive. Peace Disturbance in the 200 Block of Fair Street. A peace disturbance report was taken in the 700 Block of Nora Street. A male subject was arrested on outstanding warrants in the area of the riverfront. Numerous traffic stops/citations issued in regards to careless and reckless driving on the riverfront lots. ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT.

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It wouldn't be Missouri if the weather weren't changing by the hour! Due to the forecasted low air and water temperatures, the City has decided not to open the Agnes Nolting Aquatic Complex this Memorial weekend as planned. We will re-evaluate on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Be sure to check back on Tuesday for the latest updates. The splash pad will remain open and FREE to use until the pool opens. Thanks for your understanding! Warmer weather is hopefully coming soon.

May 23, 2025 • City of Washington • Residential Cart Delivery/Swap Project We completed our initial delivery of almost 7,000 carts on May 9, 2025. We have already completed about 400 cart swaps & additional cart deliveries. We currently have just under 200 work orders for cart swaps, additional cart deliveries and cart removals. We will continue to offer to exchange carts for each resident’s preferred size at no charge to the residents or to the City of Washington until December 31, 2025. We now offer 3 methods for the residents to communicate their needs: 1 – Call our Local Office at 573-678-2492 2 – Send a Text Message to 573-678-2492 3 – Send an Email to: washingtonmo@wasteconnections.com Please give us your Name, Address and Cart Size (96 Gal or 64 Gal) requested for Swap, Delivery, or Removal. Carts that residents wish to return to Waste Connections need to be placed in an accessible, curbside location prior to service on the resident’s regular collection day. Waste Connections will perform the requested swap, delivery, or removal during regular collection services.

Memorial Day Weekend Safety Reminder As we honor the brave members of the United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice, let’s also take steps to keep each other safe this holiday weekend. 🚗 Buckle up – Seat belts save lives. 📵 Put the phone down – Avoid distractions and stay focused. 🍻 Don’t drink and drive – Always choose a sober driver. 🚤 Be safe on the water – Wear a life jacket and never boat under the influence. ⚠️ With an estimated 4% increase in drivers on the road, totaling nearly 40 million motorists, expect heavier traffic and plan accordingly. If plan on spending time on the water, you can also expect an increase in waterway traffic as well. The National Safety Council estimates 443 traffic fatalities nationwide this holiday weekend — let’s do our part to prevent them. ❤️ Keep safety first, act responsibly, and remember the sacrifices of our heroes.

New playground at Optimist Park is OPEN!

Day Shift Summary 05/22/2025. Dog was located in the 2400 block of Rabbit Trail Drive. Dog was released to owners. Non-injury traffic crash on Highway 47 at Washington Crossing. Non-injury traffic crash in the 1200 block of Jefferson Street. Stealing reported on Phoenix Center Drive. Subject was stopped in the area of Washington Square. Subject was found to have outstanding warrants and was arrested. Dog was located running at large in the 900 block of East 3rd Street. Dog was released to owners.

Congratulations Officer Mindy Schmelz on her recent promotion to Corporal! Cpl. Schmelz has shown outstanding dedication to our department and the city we serve. Her hard work, leadership, and commitment make her an invaluable part of the team, and we’re excited to see her thrive in this new role. Congratulations, Cpl. Schmelz — well earned and well deserved!

🎓 Washington High School Class of 2025 Commencement Information 🎓 It’s a milestone night for our amazing Blue Jay seniors! Let’s all do our part to make the 124th Commencement Ceremony safe, smooth, and memorable for everyone. 💙🤍🎉🎉 🚗 PARKING & TRAFFIC REMINDERS • No parking on Hwy 47 between East 8th St & Duncan Ave/East 14th St — this area is a no parking zone • Do not block emergency access on East 14th or either school campus • Avoid parking in a way that hinders traffic, especially on Blue Jay Drive and Sunnyside Street. Shuttle busses wil be operating in the area and emergency vehicles will need access to the campus if needed • Violations will be appropriately enforced ⚠️ TRAFFIC SAFETY • Expect heavy vehicle and foot traffic • Crossing Hwy 47 on foot is strongly discouraged — please use signal-controlled intersections if you must cross over • Use the FREE shuttle service for safety and convenience! 🚌 FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE – STARTS AT 5:00 PM Pick-up locations: • Mercy Parking Garage (Madison Ave) • East 14th Street Commuter Lot • First Baptist Church (East 14th St) Graduating seniors and parents: Please share this with any guests who will be in attendance tonight. #washmo #classof2025 #gobluejays #congrats #youmadeit #ohthethingsyouwilldo #BUPD

Two slides are better than one! We'll see you this summer at the Agnes Nolting Aquatic Complex pool and its newest slide.