Washington County Commission fires County Manager Renée Gray
In a 2-1 vote Thursday morning, commissioners gave Gray a 20-day written notice of termination as required under her contract.
Rumors of pink slips, service cuts force Washington County Commission into special meeting Friday
With cash flow tight and spending under restrictions, county leaders insist the situation is serious but not a crisis.
Washington County Commission tightens oversight of spending
Commissioners approved a $949 backup freezer for the county jail but, citing the new $500 spending-approval policy, rejected cellphone stipends for two clerical workers.
Washington County hires national firm Wipfli for audit work
Commissioners hired a new full‑time finance director, a position required under the county’s agreement with Machias Savings Bank to complete the 2023 and 2024 audits.
Washington County Commission seeks more information on shift to fiscal year budgeting
The Legislature has passed emergency legislation authorizing a special $640,671 payment to cover the unorganized territories’ share of Washington County’s 2025 debt.