Public Safety
The City of Washington takes public safety very seriously. In fact, a state-of-the-art public safety building was opened in 2008. It houses our
Communications Department, police, and serves as the headquarters for the
Emergency Management Department. This two-story facility includes a secure prisoner drop-off area, five holding cells, a 3,300-square-foot training room, a communications center, a conference room, and a fitness area.
Washington Police Department
The Washington Police Department is a dedicated team of 28 full-time police
officers in the Washington Police Department, supported by a variable reserve
force. The Department's main office is staffed by three full-time civilian employees. Recently, the Washington Police Department successfully completed a rigorous state certification process, achieving status as a State Certified law
enforcement agency. Committed to excellence, the Department takes pride in
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Washington Area Fire Protection and Rescue Services
The Washington Area Fire Protection and Rescue Services consist of three entities that work collaboratively to provide fire and life safety services to the residents of the City of Washington and the Washington Community Fire Protection District.
The Washington Volunteer Fire Company (W.V.F.C.) provides professional volunteer service, supplying the manpower to protect the citizens served by the Washington Fire Department and the Washington Community Fire
Protection District. The W.V.F.C. responds to incidents within both districts,
ensures that all equipment and apparatus are ready, maintains all stations,
and offers guidance to both agencies to meet the needs of these growing communities. The company currently has over 80 members. |
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The Washington Fire Department covers the City of Washington, the Washington
Airport, and collaborates with the Washington Community Fire Protection District.
The department holds an ISO Class 3 rating. Operating out of three fire stations
within the city, the department also has a 14-acre training facility featuring a
5-story training tower, two burn rooms, a state-of-the-art classroom with webinar broadcasting capabilities, and both a propane tank and propane pit fueled by natural gas.
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The Washington Community Fire Protection District essentially serves the
surrounding areas, providing fire protection and emergency response services.
The district collaborates closely with the Washington Fire Department and the Washington Volunteer Fire Company to ensure comprehensive fire and life
safety services.
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