City of Washougal

1701 C Street
Washougal, WA 98671
360-835-8501

www.washougal.biz

cityclerks@washougal.wa.us

General Information

Situated on the eastern edge of Clark County, Washougal is close to the Portland International Airport which services major airlines for domestic and international travel. It is a short 20-minute trip to Portland. The area has a small local airport, which serves private pilots. Washougal has a mild climate with an average of 50 inches of rain each year with about five days each winter where snow or icy conditions exist. The city is a major gateway to the Columbia River Gorge and characterized by viewpoints, natural attractions, and services for visitors.

Population: 13,480 (2008).

Rank in size: 64th largest city in the state of Washington.

Area: 4.96 square miles.

Vision: The City of Washougal is distinguished by its ability to create individual relationships within the community, encouraging closeness and character, in which neighbors know neighbors:

People are safe and secure.
Education is available for all ages.
Jobs and housing are provided for a socio-economically diverse community.

Utilities: The City of Washougal provides the following utility services: water, sewer, and garbage.

Form of Government

Council/mayor

Elected Officials

There are seven elected members of the city council and the mayor.

Sean Guard, mayor

Term expires: 2013

Jon Russell

Term expires: 2013

Rodney P. Morris

Term expires: 2011

Paul Greenlee

Term expires: 2013

Michael Delavar

Term expires: 2013

Jennifer McDaniel

Term expires: 2011

Dave Shoemaker

Term expires: 2013

Molly Coston

Term expires: 2011

Staff

David Scott, city manager
Jennifer Forsberg, finance director
Trevor Evers, public works director
Joanne Boys, community development director
Donald J. English, city attorney
Ron Schumacher, fire chief
Ron Mitchell, police chief
Jeanette Cefalo, human resources director

Engagement Opportunities

City Council meets the first and third Monday of each month at 7 p.m., unless the Monday falls on a holiday, in which case the meeting is held the next day.
Citizens can seek an elected position on the City Council.
Citizens can run for mayor.
Many volunteer possibilities exist throughout the city.

Notes of Special Interest

Established in 1880 — Washougal is platted from property of the Richard Ough Donation Land Claim by J.E. Durgan and Captain Love. In 1906 Camas was incorporated into a town.
In 1908 the city is incorporated as the City of Washougal (Rushing Waters).