News & Notices
Home Ignition Zone Assessments on Bass Lake
To reduce the risk of wildfire in our town, home ignition zone assessments were recently conducted on 61 homes on Bass Lake as part of our Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP). Specially...
Congratulations to Our Trex Bench Winners!
The two lucky winners of the Trex benches are Matthew Haugen and Matt Coleman. They were randomly selected from all residents who have a transfer station permit. Congratulations, Matthew and Matt!...
Concerning Situation on the Deerskin River
In 1948 an earthen dam was constructed on the Deerskin River approximately three miles upstream from Rangeline Road. The dam was declared unsafe and removed in 2001 despite public opposition. Since...
Wildfire in the Town of Washington
On April 16, 2024, the Valeria Fire burned 2.43 acres. A downed electrical power line caused it. The DNR needed nine pieces of equipment and 15 firefighters to put the fire out at a cost of $1,855....
Forest Management Plan Being Developed
The Town of Washington is developing a forest management plan known as a Stewardship Plan . With approximately 1,200 acres of town-owned land, we have enlisted the help of the WDNR in developing a...
Recycling Vouchers are available
Do you need to dispose of old computer equipment or appliances? Recycling vouchers are still available. The voucher is limited to a maximum of $15. Contact the Town Clerk here to get your voucher.
One Time Increase to the Tax Levy
ONE TIME INCREASE TO THE TAX LEVY The Eagle River Fire Department is scheduled to receive a new Pierce ladder truck in January 2026. This truck will replace the existing ladder truck, which is 41...
Adopt a Road and Help Keep Our Roads Beautiful
Jill Faulkner is the Adopt-A-Road program coordinator. We need volunteers! If you or your group would like to volunteer for a road segment, please contact Jill. The Town provides all the required...
Oak Wilt Spreading in the Town of Washington
Oak Wilt, a 100% fatal disease of oak trees, has been confirmed in ten locations in the Town of Washington. Read more about it and learn what you can do to help prevent its spread HERE
New Grant for the Town of Washington
We are pleased to announce the Town of Washington has been awarded a Community Wildfire Defense Grant in the amount of $246,938.45. Funded by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the...