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WELCOME TO WASHINGTON, ILLINOIS

We're proud of our reputation as a vibrant community offering a high quality of life supported by excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, diverse parks and recreation offerings and a resident population motivated by community involvement and volunteerism.  Our traditions include our historic downtown square, service oriented businesses, and family-friendly amenities.  Washington's unique attributes have been recognized by several organizations.  Click Here to see some of the City's recent awards and accolades.  

Here, you will find many Community resources, including our City Newsletter, voting information, volunteer opportunities, and much more.

We’re glad you’ve moved to Washington! It’s wonderful having new neighbors on the block. Like us, we’re sure you will find Washington to be a fantastic place in which to live and raise a family. It is also a great place to work. Listed below you will find information that will make your transition into our community easier. You will also find useful information about the city and city services on this web site. Feel free to explore the links above. Visit the Chamber of Commerce site and learn more about the community and find out how to pick up your welcome packet! Welcome to Washington!

HELPFUL CONTACTS:

Utilities
Ameren CILCO (gas/electric): (888)672-5252 or https://www.ameren.com/illinois/
City Water/ Sewer Department:  (309)444-8292
GFL Services (garbage):  (309)674-5176 or https://gflenv.com/welcome-peoria-disposal
Frontier (phone & internet):  (877)462-8188
Frontier (customer service website):  https://internet.frontier.com/  or  Spanish Link
Comcast (cable, phone, & internet):  (800)266-2278
MTCO (fiber, cable, phone & internet):  (800)859-6826
AT&T Services (TV & internet):  (855)835-8874
Resources
City Building Department:  (309)444-1122
Fire (non-emergency):  (309)444-2511
Police (non-emergency):  (309)444-2313
Chamber of Commerce:  (309)444-9921
Schools
District 50  (309)745-8914
District 51  (309)444-3943
District 52  (309)444-4182
High School District 308  (309)444-3167
St. Patrick's  (309)444-4345 (Private)
Garbage Collection
The City contracts for residential solid waste, recycling, and landscape waste collection with GFL (formerly PDC) Services, Inc. Please contact them at (309)674-5176 to establish service or obtain additional information. All questions regarding your service should be directed to GFL Services. Recycling materials are picked up every other week on the same day as your garbage pick-up. 
Phone: (309)674-5176
Toll Free: (888)674-5176
Email: washington@pdcarea.com
Web: https://gflenv.com/welcome-peoria-disposal
City Water and Sewer Bills
City water and sewer bills are mailed monthly. To learn more, Click Here. Bills can be paid online, at City Hall offices, at City Hall's drive-up drop box located on N. Elm Street, and Ipava State Bank. Some residents may receive their water from North Tazewell Water Co., (309)699-1165 or Washington Estates Water Co., (309)694-1061. You may contact them for information.  
Glendale Cemetery - City Owned and Operated
Detailed information can be found at: Glendale Cemetery Information Page
For further information contact the City Clerk at (309)444-1137.
City Provided Public Services 
1.  Curbside residential pick-up of unwanted items is scheduled one time each year, generally during the month of April.
2.  Brush pick-up is scheduled twice each year, generally during the months of May and October.
3. Vacation house check program. You may request this service by Clicking Here or calling the Police Department at (309)444-2313.
Transportation Programs
Washington Township/City Paratransit Service Program:  https://www.ci.washington.il.us/egov/documents/1689353701_70002.pdf
Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Centers
Washington Senior Living:  https://washingtonseniorlivingllc.com/