County commissioners approve final budget for 2025-2026 fiscal year
AMBER PATINOThe Washington County Board of County Commissioners approved the county’s budget for the 2025–2026 fiscal year following a final public…
Read MoreCommissioners discuss local fuel tax
Staff ReportIn an emergency special meeting on September 11, the Washington County Board of County Commissioners discussed the renewal of the…
Read MoreHouse Committee to revisit property tax cuts; local impacts could be significant
GARRETT VALCOURTAs Gov. Ron DeSantis continues his push to reduce property taxes statewide, the Florida House Select Committee on Property Taxes…
Read MoreHouseboat discussion continues
The Washington County Board of County Commissioners heard from residents during the non-agenda audience/public participation portion of their August 21…
Read MoreCell tower plans postponed amid community opposition
During their August 21 regular session, the Washington County Board of County Commissioners made a motion to grant a continuation…
Read MoreCounty administrator announces retirement
During a regular session of the Washington County Board of County Commissioners, County Administrator Jeff Massey formally announced his intention…
Read MoreCounty considers houseboat ordinance
A reported increase in the number of houseboats located in Washington County has led commissioners to consider moving forward with…
Read MoreProposed lodging tax increase could be on 2026 ballot
Washington County voters could likely see a referendum regarding a lodging tax increase should commissioners approve placing the measure on…
Read MoreWausau Fire Department to officially transfer to county Oct. 1
Washington County will soon assume all operations of the Wausau Fire Department. Commissioners approved the request to execute final documents…
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