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Posted on: November 22, 2023

WCSO Community Police Academy Registration Now Open!

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The Community Police Academy is designed to give you a behind the scenes, in-depth look into the everyday happenings of the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office. Our goal is to make this course an informative and enjoyable experience for everyone in...

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Posted on: November 17, 2023

Support the WCSO Shop with a Cop Program - Today!

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Our mission is to provide children in need, with a fun opportunity to engage with local law enforcement officers and to provide financial support for these families. Because these four events are funded entirely from donations, the generosity of our donor...

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Posted on: November 15, 2023

WCSO Working to Reduce Vehicle Theft

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The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety showed these two manufacturers reported 2.7 stolen vehicle claims per 1,000 insured vehicles in the second half of 2021. This number was nearly double the theft claim frequency for ALL other vehicle makes (approx...

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Posted on: November 14, 2023

Alize Asberry Payne, Racial Equity Officer named Crain’s Detroit Notable Leader in DEI

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Crain’s Detroit has named Alize Asberry Payne as a Notable Leader in DEI for 2023.  Ms. Payne serves as the County’s courageous and innovative Racial Equity Officer. As the first in the role since the 2018 establishment of Was...

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Posted on: November 9, 2023

Sheriff Clayton announces new Data and Information Dashboard

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“Since January 1, 2009, we have been guided by several core values,” offered Sheriff Clayton. “The WCSO Data and Information Dashboard is the latest example of our ongoing commitment to our value of openness and engagement wi...

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Posted on: November 8, 2023

Media Release: Joint Law Enforcement Statement Mideast Violence

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the public safety leaders of Washtenaw County are diligently working to ensure Washtenaw County is safe for those who live, work, or visit during these uncertain times.

Over the last several weeks, we have met with numerous Jewish, Muslim, and Arab leaders...

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Posted on: November 6, 2023

Last Chance to Apply to Serve on the Advisory Council on Reparations

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WASHTENAW COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 

PUBLIC NOTICE – SEEKING CITIZEN VOLUNTEERS FOR THE WASHTENAW COUNTY ADVISORY COUNCIL ON REPARATIONS

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners is looking for citizens to volunteer for the Advisory...

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Posted on: October 19, 2023

Washtenaw County Health Department Shares Findings from Extreme Weather Preparedness Survey

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The Washtenaw County Health Department is releasing an Extreme Weather Preparedness Survey Summary detailing findings from a local survey of older adults in Washtenaw. The summary shares key survey findings describing knowledge gaps and barriers to commun...

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Posted on: October 11, 2023

‘Tis the Season for Fall Vaccinations

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11/29 update: Walk-ins at the Health Department for flu and COVID-19 vaccines are welcome during clinic hours all through the month of December! 

Stop by without an appointment Monday-Friday from 9:00-11:00am or 1:00-4:00pm to get vaccinated (555 ...

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Posted on: September 5, 2023

Accepting Applications for Various Boards, Committees, and Commissions

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PUBLIC NOTICE – DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR BOARD APPOINTMENTS

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners is looking for citizens to volunteer for a slate of positions on various Boards, Committees ...

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Posted on: August 16, 2023

Washtenaw County Health Department Releases Firearm Death Report

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The Washtenaw County Health Department is releasing a new Firearm Death Report detailing trends in firearm deaths from 2011-2022. Firearm death rates have been increasing in recent years at the county, state, and national level. 

“Unfortunately, f...

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Posted on: July 19, 2023

COVID-19 Mortality Report: 2020-2023

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Español: COVID-19 Informe de mortalidad: 2020-2023

Washtenaw County Health Department is releasing a COVID-19 Mortality Report on the first three years of the pandemic (March 1, 2020 - Feb 25, 2023). While the loss of local lives was si...

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Posted on: July 12, 2023

Media Release: New Distracted Driving "Hands Free" Law

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Did you know, it is now illegal to manually use a cell phone or other mobile electronic device while operating a vehicle on Michigan roads? Operation includes being stopped at a light or in traffic but does not include being legally parked. Under the law,...

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Posted on: June 29, 2023

Catch Up Washtenaw: Local Vaccination Rates are Down

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Vaccination rates among our local kids have fallen. This leaves children and our community at risk for preventable diseases and outbreaks. Please help us encourage local families and community members to catch up on their routine vaccinations. If you didn...

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Posted on: April 24, 2023

Board Invests $5.8M in Housing and Human Services in the Month of April

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Board Invests $5.8M in Housing and Human Services in Month of April

Ann Arbor, Mich., This month, the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners have allocated a total of $5.8M to Housing and Human Services projects and programs. During the meeting on April 5...

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Posted on: November 21, 2022

Funding Moves Forward for Eastern County Recreation and Community Center

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MEDIA RELEASE

November 21,  2022

For Immediate Release

Contact: Crystal S. Campbell || Public Information Officer 

[email protected] || (734) 478-1856

FUNDING MOVES FORWARD FOR EASTERN COUNTY RECREATION ANDCOMMUNITY CENTER

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Posted on: June 17, 2022

What to know about COVID-19 in Washtenaw County

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Washtenaw County is currently at a "low"?COVID-19 Hospital Admission Level. See local COVID-19 data here

CDC guidance at this level doesn't include broad masking recommendations. However, at all levels, peopl...

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