Washington, Indiana
Recent meetings
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
The Washington Board of Zoning Appeals will consider six special exception requests at its June 24 meeting. Items include a fence exceeding height limit and a two-year parking lot timeline for a golf cart business, a front yard setback reduction for a shed, a recreational garage height variance, a front porch encroachment, and a rear wall encroachment for a fitness center.
- SE-7-26 & SE-8-26: M&K Sales LLC requests fence height variance and two-year parking lot timeline at 202 SE 4th St and 303 S State Rd 57.
- SE-12-26: Jaylon Knepp seeks 24-foot front yard setback reduction for shed at 1006 Maxwell Avenue.
- SE-14-26: Joe Singleton requests height variance for recreational garage at 1471 N Sugarland Road.
- SE-15-26: Audrey Latham seeks porch encroachment into front setback at 408 NE 18th Street.
- SE-16-26: Torres Real Estate LLC requests rear wall encroachment for fitness center on parcel 14-10-34-103-033.000-017.
Planning Commission Meeting
The Washington Plan Commission will decide on a temporary two-year moratorium on data center development in the city and its unincorporated areas. The pause is meant to study potential impacts and update regulations and the comprehensive plan.
- Consideration of a temporary two-year development moratorium on data center applications and permits within the city and unincorporated areas.
Board of Public Works and Safety Regular Meeting
The Board of Public Works and Safety will discuss and vote on a request to close S.E. 4th St. on July 2 for a community barbecue, consider salary/position changes in the Water and Park Departments, and approve claims and minutes from the prior meeting.
- Street closure request from Vanessa Phillips (Rise Peer Recovery) for S.E. 4th St. south to the curve on July 2, 8 am – 4 pm for a Community Barbeque.
- Salary/position changes in the Water Department.
- Salary/position changes in the Park Department.
- Approval of claims submitted.
- Approval of minutes from June 8, 2026 regular meeting.
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will introduce Ordinance No. 9-2026, which amends the 2026 compensation schedule for officers, employees, and certain appointed positions. The council will also discuss potential changes to Animal Ordinance 91.02. A resolution authorizing a fund transfer within the Eastside Park Donation Fund and a reappointment to the library board are on the agenda.
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 9-2026 amending Officer/Employee compensation for 2026
- Discussion of Animal Ordinance 91.02
- Resolution No. 6-2026 authorizing transfer of funds within Eastside Park Donation Fund
- Discussion/approval of reappointing Clair Gill to Washington Carnegie Public Library Board (term through June 2030)
- Approval of minutes from June 8, 2026, regular meeting
Park Board Meeting
The Park Board will approve minutes and financial reports for January, then hear the Superintendent's report. The report notes record attendance at the Grub, Grooves and Brews event and announces the July 4th celebration from July 1–4. No other new business or old business is listed.
- Grub, Grooves and Brews event had the largest crowd ever
- July 4th celebration scheduled for July 1–4
Planning Commission Meeting
The Plan Commission will consider a request from Wind Turbines and Energy Cables Corporation to add 81,000 square feet to their existing building at 1851 Technology Drive, in the Employment Zone. Other items include approval of previous meeting minutes and routine procedural matters.
- EZ-3-26: Request by Wind Turbines and Energy Cables Corporation to add 81,000 SF to building at 1851 Technology Drive (parcel 14-10-25-400-021.005-017, ~14.25 acres, zoned EZ)
Board of Public Works and Safety Regular Meeting
The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider approval of claims and a request to close N.E. 2nd Street for a school block party. The meeting follows the Common Council session and includes routine approval of minutes.
- Discussion/approval of a request from Washington Catholic Schools to close N.E. 2nd Street between Hefron and Flora Streets on June 11, 5-7pm, for an Enrollment Block Party
- Approval of claims submitted
- Approval of minutes from May 26, 2026 regular meeting
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will hold final readings and vote on two ordinances amending city code. Ordinance 7-2026 (as amended) revises Chapter 75, and Ordinance 8-2026 amends Ordinance 21-2025 and Chapter 158. Routine business includes approving meeting minutes and written claims.
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 7-2026 amending Chapter 75 of city code
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 8-2026 amending Ordinance 21-2025 and Chapter 158
- Approval of minutes from May 26, 2026 regular meeting
- Written presentation of claims
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
The Washington Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several special exceptions and a conditional use at its May 27, 2026 meeting. Items include requests for a taller fence and extended parking lot timeline, three duplex developments with various setback and lot-size reductions, and a conditional use to run an agricultural education business from a residential property. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- SE-7-26 & SE-8-26: M & K Sales LLC requests a chain-link fence exceeding 6 feet and a 2-year timeframe for a finished parking lot at 202 SE 4th St and 303 S State Rd 57
- SE-9-26: Rodney Wagler requests a special exception for a duplex at 114 E Pearl Street with a 29-foot front yard setback reduction, 800-ft lot size reduction, and increased ground coverage to 45%
- SE-10-26: Todd Theine requests a 35-foot front yard setback reduction for a building on a corner lot at 407 E Viola Avenue
- SE-11-26: Cedar Ridge Properties & Rentals LLC requests a 4-foot rear yard reduction for a duplex at 1315 McCormick Ave
- C-1-26: Clinton & Debra Goodwin requests a conditional use for an Agricultural Education Based Business at 304 Eastside Park Rd
Board of Public Works and Safety Regular Meeting
The Board of Public Works & Safety will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from May 11, 2026, discuss claims, and consider a request for an Autistic Child sign near 801 N.W. 1st Street.
- Request from Krystyn Soltermann for an Autistic Child sign at 801 N.W. 1st Street
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Washington Common Council will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from prior meetings, review claims, and introduce two ordinances that amend chapters of the city code. Ordinance 7-2026 amends Chapter 75, and Ordinance 8-2026 amends Ordinance 21-2025 and Chapter 158. No resolutions or other business are listed.
- Introduction of Ordinance 7-2026 amending Chapter 75 of the Washington Code of Ordinances
- Introduction of Ordinance 8-2026 amending Ordinance 21-2025 and Chapter 158 of the city code
- Approval of minutes from May 11 and May 21, 2026 meetings
- Written presentation of claims
Park Board Meeting
The Park Board will hear a request from Catherine Bush to host an event at Longfellow Park. The board will also review January financial reports and hear the superintendent's report on recent events including Grub, Grooves and Brews and the BBQ Competition.
- Catherine Bush requesting permission to host an event at Longfellow Park
- Financial reports for January presented for review
- Superintendent reports Grub, Grooves and Brews event was well attended
- Superintendent reports BBQ Competition went well
Planning Commission Meeting
The Washington Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Amon and Martha Wagler to build a recreational building with two bedrooms on a 2.31-acre parcel in the Employment Zone. The commission will also vote on minutes from the March 11, 2026, meeting and conduct other business.
- EZ-2-26: Wagler request for recreational building with two bedrooms on parcel 14-14-05-100-003.000-016, near 1342 S 350 E
Board of Public Works and Safety Regular Meeting
The Board of Public Works and Safety will discuss and vote on two street closure requests: one from the American Legion for a July 4th parade, and another from Real Recovery to close N.W. 1st St. for the Rock the Block Party. The board also will approve minutes and claims.
- Discussion/approval of a request from the American Legion to hold a 4th of July Parade
- Discussion/approval of a request from Trista Byers with Real Recovery to close N.W. 1st St. between W. Van Trees St. and W. Walnut St. on June 6 for Rock the Block Party
- Approval of minutes from April 27, 2026
- Approval of claims submitted
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will hold a final reading of an ordinance amending animal control fees, consider a resolution for a fund transfer in the Park Non-Reverting Fund, and discuss/vote on a draft proposal for the Outrigger Industrial development. Further discussion on an interlocal agreement with Daviess County regarding animal control is also scheduled.
- Resolution No. 5-2026 authorizing a transfer of funds in the Park Non-Reverting Fund
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 6-2026 amending animal control and adoption facility fees
- Discussion and vote on the Outrigger Industrial development draft proposal
- Further discussion of the Animal Control / Daviess County Interlocal Agreement
Board of Public Works and Safety Regular Meeting
The Board will consider a request from the American Legion to hold a 4th of July Parade. Additionally, they will discuss closing Main St. between Hwy 57 and N.W. 3rd St. for an event on May 30th.
- American Legion 4th of July Parade request
- Main St. closure from Hwy 57 to the library (N.W. 3rd St.) on May 30th
- Two salary position changes
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will hold final readings of three ordinances: revising city code section 72.50, an additional appropriation, and amending rates for the municipal electric utility. They will also introduce an ordinance amending animal control and adoption facility fees, discuss an interlocal agreement with Daviess County for animal control, and hear a presentation from the Haitian community about a community celebration.
- Final reading of Ordinance 3-2026 revising City Code Section 72.50
- Final reading of Ordinance 4-2026 (additional appropriation)
- Final reading of Ordinance 5-2026 amending municipal electric utility rates and charges
- Introduction of Ordinance 6-2026 amending animal control and adoption facility fees
- Discussion of Animal Control/Daviess County Board of Commissioners Interlocal Agreement
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering two related variance requests (SE-5-26 and SE-6-26) from Todd Theine. The requests seek a zero-side yard setback and a 6-foot reduction of the right-of-way to place a detached portable shed with a fence at 407 E Viola Ave.
- Zero-side yard setback and 6-foot right-of-way reduction requested for a shed at 407 E Viola Ave (parcel 14-10-27-101-003.000-017, zoned R-2 Residential Two Family).
- Public hearing on the variances during the April 22, 2026 meeting.
Park Board Meeting
The meeting largely consists of procedural items: approval of previous minutes, financial reports for January, and a superintendent's report. No public hearings or major decisions are listed. The board will hear updates on recent events and upcoming community activities.
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Review of financial reports for January
- Update on Easter Egg Hunt attendance
- Announcement of Grub, Grooves and Brews event on May 1st
- Announcement of BBQ Competition on May 8th & 9th
Board of Public Works and Safety Regular Meeting
The Board of Public Works and Safety will discuss and potentially approve several items including claims, a handicap sign request, a residential parking sign, a parade permit, and a services agreement with the soil and water conservation district. The board will also consider awarding quotes for the 2026 Sidewalk and Curb Replacement Program and general concrete work, and approve an interdepartmental electrical services policy and a salary change in the Street Department.
- Request for handicap sign at 320 S.E. 7th Street
- Request for residential parking only sign at 215 W. Oak Street
- American Legion request to hold 4th of July parade
- Services agreement between City of Washington and Daviess County Soil and Water Conservation District
- Award of quotes for 2026 Sidewalk and Curb Replacement Program and general concrete work
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will vote on a resolution to abolish dormant funds and transfer their balances to the General Fund, and on a second resolution authorizing a transfer within the Police Fund. They will introduce ordinances revising a section of the city code, making an additional appropriation, and amending electric utility rates. The Building Commissioner will also explain a letter to rental property owners about registration requirements.
- Reading of Resolution No. 3-2026 to abolish dormant funds and transfer remaining balances to the General Fund
- Reading of Resolution No. 4-2026 authorizing a transfer of funds in the General Fund, Police
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 5-2026 amending rates and charges for the municipal electric utility
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 4-2026, an additional appropriation ordinance
- Building Commissioner Jon Casper to discuss rental property registration letter
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request (V-3-26) from KWK Construction to reduce road frontage at 10 Woodmere Dr. to allow three duplexes, and a two-year extension (C-4-24) for Total Care ABA Therapy IN to construct a parking lot at 210 Sycamore St. The board will also approve minutes from the February 25, 2026 meeting.
- V-3-26: KWK Construction LLC requests road frontage reduction at 10 Woodmere Dr. to build three duplexes; parcel 14-10-26-301-019.000-017, zoned R-2.
- C-4-24: Total Care ABA Therapy IN LLC requests two-year extension for parking lot construction at 210 Sycamore St.; parcel 14-10-34-201-069.000-017, zoned R-3.
- Approval of minutes from February 25, 2026 meeting.
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will approve previous meeting minutes and claims, then receive updates from the Executive Director of Economic Development on a project and from the Clerk-Treasurer on the TIF Management Report. No ordinances or resolutions are listed for action.
- Approval of March 9, 2026 regular meeting minutes
- Presentation of claims
- Bob Grewe, Executive Director of Economic Development, to discuss DCEDC updates and an economic development project
- Clerk-Treasurer to present TIF Management Report
Park Board Meeting
The Park Board will hear a request from WC School to use tennis courts for the upcoming season. They will also discuss a proposed date change for a tennis tournament from July 31 to June 26. The superintendent will report on the Easter egg hunt scheduled for March 31 at 5:30 PM.
- Sam Mattingly of WC School requests permission to use tennis courts for the season
- Doug Meiring proposes changing tennis tournament date from July 31 to June 26
- Financial reports for January to be reviewed
- Easter egg hunt scheduled for March 31 at 5:30 PM
Planning Commission Meeting
The Washington Plan Commission will consider a request from Steve Walters-Loves Travel Stops for preliminary approval of a gas station, truck stop, country store/restaurant, and high-rise sign on two parcels at the southwest corner of East US Highway 50 and 350 East. The 30.36-acre site is zoned Employment Zone (EZ). The meeting also includes election of officers and approval of November 2025 minutes.
- EZ-1-26: Preliminary plans for gas station/truck stop, country store/restaurant, and high-rise sign on 30.36 acres at SW corner of E US Highway 50 and 350 E
- Election of officers for the Plan Commission
- Approval of minutes from November 12, 2025 meeting
Board of Public Works and Safety Regular Meeting
The Board of Public Works and Safety will hold a regular meeting on March 9, 2026. They will discuss and potentially approve a request from the Hatchet Robotics Booster Club to close NE 6th Street for a robotics competition, further discuss the water tower agreement, and consider a master service agreement for a water loss audit with Midwestern Engineers. Also on the agenda are approval of minutes, claims, and cancellation of warrants.
- Request to close NE 6th Street from E. Walnut to Bedford Road for a robotics competition on April 2-4, 2026
- Further discussion of the water tower (WHS) agreement
- Discussion/approval of Master Service Agreement/Water Loss Audit NTP for Midwestern Engineers, Inc.
- Discussion/approval of cancellation of warrants and outstanding checks
- Approval of claims submitted
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Washington Common Council meets for a regular meeting. The agenda includes only procedural items: approval of minutes, claims, and empty sections for resolutions, ordinances, and other business. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three requests. Greg Thompson seeks a special exception for a building exceeding the 1,200 TSF maximum, 10-foot sidewall maximum, and 18-foot peak height maximum at 505 NE 21st Street. Rebecca Johnson requests a special exception for an addition beyond the 1,200 TSF maximum at 200 Bernard Avenue. Rodney Foster requests a road frontage reduction at 901 & 903 and 819 & 821 Axtell Avenue.
- Greg Thompson special exception for building size, sidewall, and peak height at 505 NE 21st Street (R-1)
- Rebecca Johnson special exception for addition exceeding size limit at 200 Bernard Avenue (R-2)
- Rodney Foster road frontage reduction at 901 & 903 and 819 & 821 Axtell Avenue (R-2)
Board of Public Works and Safety Regular Meeting
The Board of Public Works and Safety will discuss the water tower at Washington High School and consider salary/position changes in the Fire Department and Street Department. They will also approve minutes from February 9 and review claims submitted. The meeting follows the Common Council meeting.
- Discussion of water tower at Washington High School
- Discussion/approval of salary/position changes in Fire Department (G&T/MVH)
- Discussion/approval of salary/position changes in Street Department (G&T/MVH)
- Discussion/approval of claims submitted
- Approval of minutes of February 9, 2026, regular meeting
Common Council Regular Meeting
This regular meeting includes the Mayor's annual State of the City Address, a presentation of annual financial reports for the city and redevelopment authority, and a recognition of Rare Disease Day. No ordinances or resolutions are scheduled for action.
- Mayor Rhoads presents the annual State of the City Address
- Clerk-Treasurer discusses Annual Financial Reports for the City of Washington and Redevelopment Authority
- Christina Davis speaks to recognize Rare Disease Day in Washington
Park Board Meeting
The Park Board will decide on Doug Mize's request to use the tennis courts for a weekend tournament in August. The board will also review financial reports, approve minutes, and hear the superintendent's report on upcoming events including an Easter egg hunt, Grub Grooves & Brews, and a BBQ competition.
- Doug Mize requests permission to use tennis courts for a weekend tournament in August
- Easter egg hunt scheduled for March 31st @ 5:30
- 1st Grub, Grooves & Brews scheduled for May 1st
- BBQ Comp scheduled for May 8th & 9th
Board of Public Works and Safety Regular Meeting
The Washington Board of Public Works & Safety will consider approving minutes, claims, a utility bill on a rental unit, a salary/position change in the Utility Department, and utility write-offs. The main item is opening bids for the Morningside Drive Storm Sewer Improvements Project.
- Open bids for Morningside Drive Storm Sewer Improvements Project
- Discussion/approval of claims submitted
- Utility bill on rental unit discussion
- Salary/position change in Utility Department
- Utility write-offs discussion/approval
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Washington Common Council will hold final readings on two ordinances: one approving the third plat of Gateway Crossing Subdivision and another amending compensation for city officers and employees. The council will also discuss a resolution authorizing a transfer of funds in Economic Development, and hold discussions on a "will to serve letter" and the 2026 Waterworld season.
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 1-2026 approving the third plat of Lot 1 in Gateway Crossing Subdivision
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 2-2026 amending compensation for city officers and employees
- Resolution No. 2-2026 authorizing a transfer of funds in Economic Development
- Discussion on a "will to serve letter"
- Discussion of the 2026 Waterworld season
Board of Public Works and Safety Regular Meeting
This is a procedural meeting of the Board of Public Works and Safety. The board will approve the minutes from the January 12 meeting and discuss and approve claims submitted. No specific claims or amounts are listed in the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from January 12, 2026 regular meeting
- Discussion and approval of claims submitted (no details provided)
Public Hearing Ordinanace No. 21-2025 Regulating Rental Dwellings in COW 01-29-26
The Washington Common Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 21-2025, which would regulate rental dwellings in the city. No vote is scheduled; this is an opportunity for public comment on the proposed regulations.
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 21-2025, 'An Ordinance Regulating Rental Dwellings in the City of Washington'
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three requests: a lot size and road frontage reduction for a business property, an addition to a detached garage, and a lot size reduction plus rear yard variance for a residential property.
- Special Exception SE-16-25 through SE-18-25: Tools at Home LLC requests a 2,800 SF lot size reduction and 25-foot road frontage reduction at 1118 Everett Ln (R-1 zoning).
- Special Exception SE-1-26: Justin & Audry Sama request to add 1,920 SF to their existing 1,280 SF detached garage at 902 State Road 257 (S-1 zoning).
- Variance V-1-26 & Special Exception SE-2-26: Juan Flores requests a 2,160 SF lot size reduction and a 6-foot rear yard reduction at 702 Center St (R-2 zoning).
Park Board Meeting
The Park Board will hear a public request from Linda Cornelius for a waiver of the community building rental fee for the arts and garden show. They will also review financial reports, a building rental report, and receive the superintendent's update on Christmas in the Park and the removal of holiday lights.
- Linda Cornelius requests waiver for community building rental for arts and garden show
- Building Rental Report (new business)
- Financial Reports for January
- Superintendent reports Christmas in the Park went well
- Taking down Christmas lights underway
Board of Public Works and Safety Regular Meeting
This regular meeting of the Washington Board of Public Works and Safety consists entirely of procedural items: approving the December 22, 2025, meeting minutes and discussing/approving submitted claims. No substantive policy decisions or financial amounts are specified in the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from December 22, 2025, regular meeting
- Discussion and approval of claims submitted (amounts not listed in agenda)
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will consider introducing a rental dwelling regulation ordinance (No. 21-2025) that was tabled in September, and hold a final reading of an ordinance (No. 23-2025) to amend a previous code. Other business includes elections for council president pro tempore, appointments to city boards, a discussion of 2026 DDW contributions, and a proposed change to employee holidays.
- Introduction (first reading) of Ordinance No. 21-2025 regulating rental dwellings
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 23-2025 amending Ordinance No. 10-2024
- Election of 2026 Council President Pro Tempore
- Appointment of 2026 BPW&S members by Mayor Rhoads
- Discussion of 2026 DDW contributions and 2025 encumbrances