City of Salem municipal offices will be closed on Monday, February sixteenth in observance of Washington’s Birthday, a federal holiday that honours the first president of the United States.

The closure affects all regular civic offices, including City Hall and administrative departments, and residents are advised to plan accordingly for a pause in non-emergency services.

Washington’s Birthday is recognised as a federal holiday under U.S. law and often coincides with state and local holidays such as Presidents’ Day, observed on the third Monday in February.

Many government agencies close on this day to commemorate the nation’s first commander-in-chief and to provide a scheduled break for public employees.

While routine city business will be suspended, essential emergency services will remain operational throughout the holiday period to ensure public safety and continued response capacity.

City officials have encouraged residents to utilise online services and resources where available to minimise inconvenience.

The closure follows other recent municipal holiday observances, including the Martin Luther King Jr. Day closure earlier in January.

Salem residents are reminded that regular office hours will resume following the holiday, with all departments returning to scheduled operations on Tuesday.

As Washington’s Birthday continues to serve as a focal point for civic reflection on the legacy of presidential leadership, Salem’s observance aligns with holiday practices across state and federal government entities nationwide.