County Controller’s Office Comes Under Scrutiny

August 15, 2025 2:48 am

Washington County Commissioners are looking into allegations that the controller’s office may have defaulted on approximately $1 million dollars in county bill payments. WJPA Radio received reports of the concern while commissioners were engaged in their monthly meeting on Thursday. Acting Controller Heather Sheatler was asked about the reports and she denied knowing anything about them. Pressed further, she indicated that she has no notices of default and all accounts are funded. Commissioner Chairman Nick Sherman said that he learned of the concerns from the Finance Department. Commissioners have directed the Finance Department to pull files to determine exactly what occurred. He said details are limited and he will explain further when all information has been collected.