Notice 07-21-2026: For Residents who have not paid their 2026 Property Taxes, The Town of Washington can no longer accept payments. All delinquent payments must be made through Dutchess County Office of Real Property

Climate Change

Did you know that climate change is linked to the increase in natural disasters likefloods and wildfires? As we face the impacts of rising temperatures and extreme weather events, it’s important to understand the science behind climate change. Together, let’s take action to build a more resilient and sustainable future.
See these tools from NASA and the DEC to learn more about climate change in New York and the Hudson Valley.
 
Then visit the Town of Washington’s NEW Disaster Preparedness and Recovery webpage to learn more about climate change and what the Town is doing to combat the negative effects: https://washingtonny.org/disaster-preparedness/