COVID-19 RESOLUTION - Updated 06/02/2021
On April 7, 2021, the Common Council of the City of Port Washington, Wisconsin, pursuant to Wis. Stat. §§ 323.11 and 323.14, declared that a public health emergency existed within the City of Port Washington and adopted and issued Resolution and Order No. 2021-4, ordering certain measures for City buildings, facilities, property and/or services, and strongly advising persons, businesses, and organizations present within the City to implement and adhere to various health and safety practices and guidelines to control and prevent the spread of COVID-19 or its variants. To read the full resolution, please click here.

CITY OF PORT WASHINGTON 2020 – 2030 FUTURE LAND USE UPDATE - Updated 05/27/2021
The City of Port Washington is updating its Future Land Use Map (Map), which was created in 2008. This Map will be a component of its Comprehensive Plan, and the City will use the Map as a "big picture" guide to inform land use and development decisions. The goal is that such decisions are based upon public input and generally agreed upon strategies, which, hopefully, reflect the city’s vision, build upon its strength’s, and diminish its weakness.

Next Steps and Anticipated Schedule

The tentative schedule for finishing and approving the Map and accompanying text document is:

• May - June: Post on website the Draft Map and text for public input for at least 30 days.
• June - July: Revise map and text as needed and post in Final Draft format for a second round of public review.
• July – August: Public Hearings and Approval Process

To review the Draft map and accompanying document and to provide public comment, including a Survey Questionnaire, Click Here to visit the Future Land Use Plan webpage.

2020 Consumer Confidence/Water Quality Report - Updated 05/11/2021
The new City of Port Washington 2020 Consumer Confidence Report is now available to view online. Click here to view.

Employment Opportunities - Updated 05/05/2021
The City of Port Washington has openings for an AV Operator and also School Crossing Guard positions. For more information, please visit the City of Port Washington employment page.

Wastewater Utility – Rate Change - Updated 03/29/2021
The base rate for sewer increased as of 03/01/2021. This will be reflected on the billing that will be mailed at the end of May due by June 25, 2021. Below are the 2021 Water & Sewer rates for referencing:

• 2021 Water/Sewer Base Rates
• 2021 Water/Sewer Rates and Payment Information

The summer sewer credit has been eliminated as of 3/16/2021. Residents who may have received this credit in the past and feel that they use a significant amount of water that is not discharged to the sanitary sewer, you do have the option of installing a deduct meter. Please contact the Utility Office for additional information at 262-284-5585 ext 1004.

• Ordinance 2021-3

2021 REVALUATION - Updated 05/03/2021
The City is undertaking a revaluation of all taxable properties for the tax year 2021. Currently there are 5 assessors from Associated Appraisal Consultants, Inc. visiting properties throughout the City conducting their assessments. You may see them in your neighborhood over the next two months. They will be wearing ID badges and have information cards with them as well. The purpose of the revaluation is not to raise taxes but rather to provide a fair distribution of the property tax burden based on the market value of each property. For additional information about the Revaluation, please click here: City of Port Washington Assessor page.

2021 City Yard Hours and Brush Collection Policy - Updated 03/19/2021
For information regarding the 2021 City Yard hours and brush collection policy, please visit our City of Port Washington Public Works page.

NOTICE TO ALL PROPERTY OWNERS IN THE CITY OF PORT WASHINGTON WHERE ASPHALT DRIVEWAYS OR PARKING LOTS ARE PRESENT - Updated 04/14/2021
Since 2017, the City of Port Washington has banned the usage of Coal Tar Based Sealants for sealing asphalt driveways, parking lots, or any paved surfaces. Coal tar based sealants contain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) which are highly toxic to humans and animals, and pollute our waterways, including Lake Michigan.

Please be aware that the private, public, or commercial sale or usage of coal tar-based sealants in the City of Port Washington is strictly prohibited, and all violators are subject to a minimum fine of $250, and a minimum of $1,000 fine for commercial applicators.

When hiring a contractor, be sure to ask if they use coal tar based sealants so that you can inform the contractor that they are not permitted. Insist on an asphalt based sealant instead.

Please click on this link for more information from Clean Wisconsin and Lakeshore Natural Resources Partnership.

FIRST RESPONSE: Addressing Fire and Emergency Medical Service challenges in Ozaukee County - Updated 04/13/2021
In conjunction with the WI Policy Forum, Ozaukee County communities have completed a study of Fire and EMS services. This public report is meant to provide discussion points for exploring ways to continue providing a high level of emergency responses. Click here for additional information.

Building Inspection Permits - New Fees - Updated 02/26/2021
Effective 02/26/2021 some Building Inspection permit fees have changed. To access the current fees and permit forms please visit the City of Port Washington Building Inspection page.

Room & Lodging Tax - Updated 01/01/2020
For information on City of Port Washington Room & Lodging Tax, and if your business is required to collect room tax, please click here.

Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off - Updated 01/01/2020
Get rid of hazardous items NOT collected in your regular trash pick up. For more information, click here.

Economic Development Plan: 2035 - Updated 01/01/2019
For a copy of the 2035 Economic Development Plan, please click here.