In observance of Juneteenth, City Hall and non-essential city services are closed Friday, June 19, 2026. Residential recycling pick-up will occur as usual.
Washington Shores is home to many firsts in the state of Florida. The Washington Shores Federal Savings and Loan Bank, was the first black owner savings and loan bank in the state. It was established in 1963 by seven black men including Dr. James R. Smith, Charles Hawkins and Paul Perkins. The bank building is currently the Axiom Bank.