There is an empty seat on the Washington City Council and a special election this summer will fill the position.

Nomination papers for those who would like to represent Ward 1 on the council are available. Candidates can pick up the forms at the Washington County Auditor’s Office and they must reside in Ward 1, the northwest quadrant of the city. Nomination petitions must be filed by June 15th with the city clerk and include an affidavit of candidacy. The special election will be Tuesday, July 10th.