City of Washington PA Government

City of Washington PA Government The city is located in Washington County in Southwestern Pennsylvania at the crossroads of Interstates 70 and 79 and Route 19. to bear the name of Washington.

Rich in history and culture, our city is an ideal place to visit, live and work. With immigrants from the west of Scotland and the north of Ireland, and with many transferring their homes from the eastern and central parts of Virginia, the vicinity of Washington was settled in 1768. The Pennsylvania legislature passed an act on March 28, 1781, erecting the County of Washington and naming Catfish C

amp as the place for holding the first election. This was the first county in the U.S. David Hoge laid out a plan of lots immediately after the action of the legislature. His original plot bears the name "Bassett, alias Dandridge Town," but before the plot was recorded, lines were drawn through "Bassett, alias Dandridge Town" with ink, and the word "Washington" was written above. The town started with every evidence of progressive tendencies, as the original plot dedicated a tract of ground to the people for recreational purposes. A lot was given for a courthouse where the current building now stands, and Lots 43 and 102, according to the plan, were presented by Mr. Hoge to "His Excellency, General Washington, and Mrs. Washington." Part of the townsite had been the camp of Tingoocqua, who was a chief in the Kuskuskee tribe of Indians. The town was incorporated as a borough on February 13, 1810, and became a city of the third class in 1924.

06/09/2026

Effective 6-9-2026

Public Works can not accept brush or branches at this time.

An update will be posted when the street department will once again be able to accept brush and branches.

06/01/2026

Pool season is coming! Maintenance has started cleaning the pool and chemicals are ordered! Memberships can be purchased here: https://parksrec.egov.basgov.com/washington/Search?TagId=320

Pool Hours will be 12-6, weather permitting. Admission is $6 for a city resident and $7 for non resident. Under 3 are free.

Please note the rule change listed below and that our stairs have been replaced for easier entrance/exit into and out of the pool!

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05/20/2026

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05/13/2026

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🚧 TRAFFIC SAFETY NOTICE 🚧

The City of Washington Police Department would like to advise motorists that additional stop signs have been installed following the approval of a new city ordinance.

New stop sign intersections are now in effect at:
▪️ Allison Avenue at Second Street�▪️ W. Hallam Avenue at N. Franklin Street

These changes were approved by Washington City Council through the final reading and passage of Ordinance 1989, Bill No. 3 of 2026, which amended the City Code regarding stop sign intersections.

Drivers are reminded to use caution in these areas, obey all posted traffic control devices, and remain alert for the updated traffic patterns.

Thank you for helping keep our streets safe

05/09/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT – Friday, May 8, 2026 🚧

Please be advised that S. Main Street between Wheeling Street and Maiden Street will be closed to all traffic today, Friday, May 8, 2026, from 12:00 PM through 6:00 PM Saturday, May 9, 2026 for preparation and operation of the Running of the Wools event.

The actual Running of the Wools activities will take place tomorrow, Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and use alternate routes during this time. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

05/05/2026

Address

55 West Maiden Street
Washington, PA
15301

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17242234200

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