WASHINGTON, IA – The Washington Chamber’s Welcome Center is excited to announce that Washington was selected as the statewide 2022 #IowansUnite CommUNITY Contest winner financed by the Iowa Economic Development Authority and the Iowa Finance Authority. With the persistent encouragement from their volunteer and partner, Isabella Santoro, a video was put together with the assistance…
Maintenance Operator 1. Regular full-time position responsible for maintenance of streets, water lines and sewer lines, plowing of snow, and other department functions. Entry-level pay starts at $19.25/hour plus excellent benefits including health insurance and IPERS retirement. Application deadline is August 31, 2022. Full information at www.washingtoniowa.gov. EOE. M-C Operator Position Operator 1 External Position…
The search is open for a new Main Street Washington Director. The Board of Directors is seeking a full-time dynamic, outgoing team-player to serve as the next Executive Director in Washington, Iowa. The program has been in existence since 2008 and has spurred over $15 million in development in the restoration and rehabilitation of downtown…
DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs today announced that 13 Iowa communities will receive the state’s support through two creative placemaking programs that put the arts, culture and history at the center of creative community development. The department designated new Iowa Great Places in Jefferson, Oskaloosa, Washington and Woodbine, and re-designated Appanoose County/Vermillion…
The City of Washington has a sidewalk replacement program that will cost-share the replacement of sidewalks in the right of way to eliminate trip hazards or ADA issues. This program is available to residential or commercial properties. To utilize the program you are required to get prior authorization from the City for the work. A…
Washington City Residents can bring Household Hazardous Waste to the Washington County Recycling Center on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from May through October 9am until noon. The cost of collection, transportation, and safe management/disposal of residential household hazardous waste is paid for by the solid waste agency. Information below is…
Finishing Up My Time at Main Street Washington After nearly a decade with Main Street Washington, I wanted to let you know that I am finishing up my time with MSW in late August 2022. I leave on the best of terms with a solid Board and a great group of volunteers and community partners. After MSW, I’m taking…
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Yard Waste Collection Yard waste collection starts early March. Effective June 20,2022; the yard waste collection schedule changed. If your garbage day is Monday or Tuesday, your yard waste day is Thursday. If your garbage day is Wednesday or Thursday, your yard waste day is Tuesday. Yard waste will be collected east of 2nd…
The use of consumer fireworks within the City are prohibited according to Ordinance 1109. The Council has determined that the discharging of consumer fireworks under the law is a public safety risk and a nuisance to neighbors. In September 2020, the Council approved the repeal of Chapter 41.14 (3A) through (3I) related to Fireworks-Discharging General…
WASHINGTON, IA – The Chamber of Commerce and the City of Washington welcome Mikayla Slechta to the team as the Outreach & Communications Coordinator. Mikayla has been involved with the Chamber for a number of years. Her passion for the community and marketing landed her this brand new position supporting the tourism goals for the…
YARD WASTE PICKUP Change The City of Washington’s yard waste pickup schedule will be changing. Beginning Tuesday, June 21st, yard waste will be picked up on the East side of town, including the East side of 2nd Ave. On Thursday, June 23rd, yard waste will be picked up on the West side of town, including…
The Washington Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Primary Candidate Forum on Wednesday, May 25 at 5:30p.m. at the Washington Area Performing Arts Center (1111 S B Ave, Washington). You can live stream the forum by clicking on this link and entering the password Vote2022 Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/WashCountyForum Passcode: Vote2022 Contested Races With Candidates Invited…
The Washington Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership class got to experience an once-in-a-lifetime tour around Washington County on May 11th. The theme of the day was County History Day where majority of the day was spent on a bus viewing the countryside with a tour led by local historian Michael Zahs. Leaders Jennifer Wharton (Hills Bank)…
Police Officer City of Washington, Iowa The Washington Police Department is seeking applicants for the position of Police Officer. We are a growing department in a growing, supportive community. With updated facility, equipment, and technology. Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) certification preferred, but not required. Officers work 12-hour shifts and starting pay for…
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