The City of Washington held a special council meeting on June 23, 2025, at 6 PM, with all council members present. The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the approval and adjustment of the agenda, which was unanimously accepted.
The primary agenda item was the renewal of the city’s property and casualty insurance. The council discussed a buy-down policy option that had been previously reviewed. City staff recommended against purchasing the buy-down, advising the council to accept the existing rates, which included a 13% increase. After a brief discussion, the council voted in favor of the recommendation, and the motion passed.
The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which was also unanimously approved, marking the meeting as one of the shortest on record, lasting only a few minutes. The council's swift decision-making reflects their efficiency in handling municipal matters.