January 19, 2019 | News Release
January County Board Meeting Agenda Highlights
Agenda highlights from among the dozens of items the Arlington County Board will consider at its January 2019 Meeting. January 17, 2019 | News Release
Flu Season Is Here – Vaccines Still Available
Flu season is officially underway. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that flu activity is “elevated” as flu viruses circulate nationwide. Arlington healthcare officials are urging residents to take precautions and get vaccinated to help prevent the spread of flu. Here’s what you can do to lower the chances of getting the flu or passing it on to anyone else: […] January 16, 2019
Arlington’s Tourism Ambassador: Meet AED’s Robert “Mo” Rouse
Part-concierge, part-ambassador, Robert "Mo" Rouse helps thousands of people each year discover Arlington. He sat down to talk about his work. January 16, 2019 | News Release
Holiday Closings: Martin Luther King, Jr., Birthday
Arlington County Government offices, courts, libraries & facilities will be closed on Jan. 21, 2019 for Martin Luther King, Jr.,’s birthday. NOTE: Commonwealth of Virginia offices (including Courts & DMVs) will be closed Friday Jan. 18, 2019 for Lee-Jackson Day. Events Jan 20, 2019 – Tribute Event. Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy at Arlington’s 50th annual tribute event in the Wakefield High School auditorium. Admission is […] January 11, 2019 | News Release
Arlington County Helps Mitigate Shutdown Impacts on Residents and Businesses
As the partial shutdown of the federal government enters its fourth week, Arlington County has joined local governments around the region in taking actions to help ease pressure on County residents and businesses. January 11, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Opens Safe Havens Supervised Visitation And Exchange Center
Arlington Safe Havens will offer supervised visitation and exchange services for families who have been affected by domestic violence. January 9, 2019 | News Release
Hot Off the Press: 2019 Arlington Visitor Materials
The guides aim to inspire vacationers and meeting professionals to make Arlington their home base for a capital visit. January 9, 2019 | News Release
Media Alert: Christian Dorsey Elected COG Vice Chair
Arlington County Board Chair Christian Dorsey has been elected 2019 Vice Chair of COG. January 8, 2019
County Streamlines Process for School Use Permits
Arlington streamlined the standard conditions of approval for all school use permits to make the permitting and construction review process more efficient and help avoid cost and timeline overruns on school projects. January 7, 2019 | News Release
Top 10 Stories of 2018
From the Stanley Cup to turkeys in Rosslyn to Amazon, these are Arlington County's most popular stories in 2018. January 7, 2019 | News Release
Arlington’s Annual MLK Tribute, “Dr. King’s Dream: A Legacy Performed,” to Tell Dr. King’s Story Through a Dream
The free Jan. 20 event hosted by actor Christian Keyes includes local performers Joy Gardner, the Hoffman-Boston All Star Chorus and James Gibson. January 2, 2019 | News Release
Christian Dorsey Named 2019 County Board Chair
Christian Dorsey, who served as vice chair in 2018, will lead the Arlington County Board as its Chair in 2019. January 2, 2019 | News Release
County Manager Appoints Maria Meredith as New Director of Management and Finance
Meredith has been with Arlington County in various leadership roles since 2004, including serving as Acting DMF Director for part of 2016. December 27, 2018 | News Release
County Board to Kick-Off 2019 with Jan. 2 Organizational Meeting
The public is invited to join the Arlington County Board as it elects a new Chair and Vice Chair at its Jan. 2, 2019 Organizational Meeting. December 20, 2018 | News Release
Holiday Closings: Christmas (Dec. 24 and 25) and New Year’s Day
Arlington County Government offices, courts and libraries will be closed on Mon., Dec. 24 and Tue., Dec. 25, 2018, for Christmas and on Tue., Jan. 1, 2019, for New Year’s Day. Courts will also be closed on Dec. 31, 2018, and libraries will close at 5 p.m. on Dec. 31. Metered Parking will not be […] December 20, 2018
Learn About Arlington’s Financial Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline
The hotline enables anyone to make a confidential and secure report directly to the County either online or via phone. December 17, 2018 | News Release
March of Dimes Relocates U.S. Headquarters to Arlington
March of Dimes will be relocating its headquarters to the Crystal City neighborhood of Arlington. December 15, 2018 | News Release
County Board Adopts 2019 Legislative Package
Arlington County finalized it's 2019 General Assembly Legislative package, which focuses on funding priorities. December 15, 2018 | News Release
A More Pedestrian-friendly Wilson Boulevard
This is the third phase of a four-phase project to improve pedestrian safety, accessibility along Wilson Boulevard. December 13, 2018 | News Release
Guide to Celebrating the Holidays in Arlington
Arlington's guide to the holidays is here to help make this season fun, festive and safe. However you choose to celebrate, we hope it is truly the most wonderful time of the year. December 13, 2018 | News Release
New Plan Will Guide Four Mile Run Valley’s Future
The plan aims to preserve and enhance the area's existing natural resources and industrial character. December 10, 2018 | News Release
CORRECTION: John Vihstadt Farewell Set for 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 15
The Arlington County Board will honor departing Board Member John Vihstadt's service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15, and not at 1 p.m., as previously reported. December 8, 2018
December 2018 County Board Meeting Agenda Highlights
Board Member-elect Matt de Ferranti will be sworn-in at the December 2018 County Board Meeting. December 7, 2018 | News Release
Arlington Wins GoGreen Virginia Award for 10th Year
The County has been recognized by the Virginia Association of Counties for its energy efficiency, green buildings, stormwater management and land use. December 7, 2018 | News Release
EdConnective Named Winner of Startup Arlington Competition
EdConnective's mission is to help ensure a highly effective teacher is in every classroom by providing virtual coaching and customized feedback for teachers. December 6, 2018
Arlington Readies for a Winter of Possibilities
A snowy winter would hardly be surprising. Arlington is hoping for the best but preparing for the worst, with new snow-clearing tools and tips for residents. December 5, 2018 | News Release
Arlington an LGBTQ “All-Star” for the Third Year in a Row
The Municipal Equality Index (MEI) ratings for 2018 are in. See how Arlington scored and what the County is doing to be even more inclusive. November 30, 2018 | News Release
Arlington Opens New Trail Along Washington Boulevard
The trail section provides a new north-south connection for the community and provides more convenient access to Towers Park. November 30, 2018 | News Release
Public Invited to Swearing-in of Matt de Ferranti
Matt de Ferranti, elected in November, will be sworn-in to the five-member Arlington County Board. November 28, 2018
Meet Arlington Fire Chief David Povlitz
New Fire Chief David Povlitz sits down to reflect on his first weeks on the job and share his vision for the future of the Arlington County Fire Department. November 27, 2018 | News Release
Board Approves Virginia Hospital Center Expansion
The County Board approved VHC's plan to expand its N. George Mason Drive campus onto the neighboring Edison site. November 27, 2018 | News Release
$3.025 Million Loan Approved to Renovate Senior Housing in Ballston
Arlington will lend Community Development Block Grant funds to help renovate senior housing in Ballston. November 27, 2018 | News Release
County Board Provides FY 2020 Budget Guidance
The County Board budget guidance sets the paramenters for the County Manager's Proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Budget. November 20, 2018 | News Release
Arlington Will Honor These Four Human Rights Champions
Find out who they are and how they’ve helped make Arlington more diverse and inclusive. November 19, 2018 | News Release
Holiday Closings: Thanksgiving – Nov. 22 & 23, 2018
Arlington County Government offices, courts, libraries & facilities will be closed on Thurs., Nov. 22 & Fri., Nov. 23, 2018, for Thanksgiving. Courts will close Wed. Nov. 21 at noon. Trash & Recycling Collections – No residential curbside service Thursday, Nov. 22. Thursday collection will be pushed to Friday, Friday collection on Saturday. Metered Parking – […] November 19, 2018 | News Release
Innovative Opioid Addiction Program for County Inmates Launches
The Arlington County Sheriff’s Office and Department of Human Services are partnering on the new effort. November 17, 2018 | News Release
Arlingtonians Weigh In on 2019 Legislative Priorities
The County Board is preparing for the 2019 General Assembly session by seeking public input, and working with Arlington's Legislative Delegation. November 17, 2018 | News Release
County Board Approves New Reed Site Elementary School
The existing building at the Reed site will be expanded and renovated to accommodate a new elementary school. November 17, 2018 | News Release
Neighborhood Conservation Project Funding Approved
Projects planned for the Cherrydale and Arlington Forest neighborhoods will improve N. Monroe Street and Edison Park. November 15, 2018 | News Release
Fall E-CARE, Arlington’s Clean-out and Drop-off Day, Lands at North Quincy on Nov. 17
Clear up space and clear out old paints, solvents and electronics ahead of the holidays. And don't miss the new location. November 13, 2018 | News Release
Northern Virginia’s National Landing Selected for Major New Amazon Headquarters
Represents unique multi-jurisdictional partnership and new regional approach to economic development November 9, 2018 | News Release
November County Board Meeting Agenda Highlights
The Arlington County Board will consider dozens of items at its November Meeting. Here are some of the agenda highlights. November 8, 2018 | News Release
Holiday Closing: Monday, November 12, 2018 – Veterans Day Observed
Arlington County Government offices, courts, libraries & facilities will be closed on Monday, Nov. 12, for Veterans Day observance. Trash and recycling services will operate on a normal schedule. Metered parking will not be enforced. Libraries and community centers that are regularly open on Sunday will follow their regular Sunday schedules on November 11. November 11 […] November 7, 2018 | News Release
Arlington Sees Record Turnout in 2018 General Election
More registered voters in Arlington cast votes in the 2018 general election on Nov. 6 than in any other non-presidential election in the County’s history. November 6, 2018
Arlington’s Young Leaders: Meet Allison Finkelstein
Dr. Allison Finkelstein is the chair of the Arlington World War I Commemoration Task Force, which was created to lead the County’s efforts to recognize the 100th anniversary of the first World War. November 5, 2018
Changes Coming to Challenging Clarendon Circle
Residents, businesses and visitors can expect a tighter intersection at Clarendon Circle, with shorter pedestrian crossings, wider sidewalks, and improved alignment of Washington and Wilson boulevards. November 1, 2018
Post-Halloween Pumpkin Drop-off
Give your Jack-o’-lantern new life after Halloween by dropping it off for composting. October 30, 2018 | News Release
Arlington Reaffirms Support for Transgender Community
The County will observe Nov. 20, 2018, as Transgender Day of Remembrance. October 30, 2018
5 Things to Know for Election Day
From what’s on the ballot in Arlington County to photo ID requirements, here's the information to know before heading to the polls on Election Day. October 29, 2018