May 22, 2019 | News Release
Arlington’s Park System Again Ranked Among Nation’s Best
When it comes to public park systems, Arlington’s ranks near the top among the nation’s 100 largest cities. May 21, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Unveils New ‘I Voted’ Sticker
"Shout it From the Skyline" emerged as the winning submission of the County's first-ever “I Voted” Sticker Design Contest. May 21, 2019
Pet Therapy for Inmates? Arlington is Trying It.
Five furry four-legged visitors were the latest creative approach by the Arlington County Sheriff’s Office to reduce reoffending among inmates. May 20, 2019 | News Release
Holiday Closing: Memorial Day – Monday May 27, 2019
Arlington County Government offices, courts, libraries & facilities will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2019, for Memorial Day. Trash & Recycling – Normal Collection Schedule Metered Parking – Not Enforced See the Arlington County Holiday Schedule page for more information on individual departments and services. May 18, 2019 | News Release
County Board Clears Path for More Classroom Space at Washington-Lee High School
The use permit approval will allow the Education Center on the W-L campus to be converted from administrative offices to classroom use. May 18, 2019 | News Release
County Board Adopts Zoning Standards for New Accessory Dwellings
The changes will enable older adults to age in place, help house family members, provide a lower priced housing alternative, and enable homeowners to receive additional income from the rental. May 18, 2019 | News Release
Construction of Long-Planned Town Square Moves Forward
The town square will be in the heart of the Green Valley neighborhood and is part of the larger Four Mile Run Valley planning initiative. May 18, 2019 | News Release
County Board Approves Purchase Agreement with Virginia Hospital Center for Carlin Springs Property
Concludes a land swap that provides public land and additional cash to the County and gives VHC room to grow and better serve the community. May 18, 2019 | News Release
County Board Approves Lease Agreement for Head Start Program
The County acquired the property at 2920 S. Glebe Road in 2017 as a new home for the federal program. May 16, 2019
Check Out Low-Cost Fitness Programs for Seniors
Exercise. It helps us maintain physical fitness and health. It can also boost our mental wellbeing and happiness. These are especially important as we age. May 15, 2019
The Latest Dirt on 5 Park Projects
Just in time for warm weather, several long-awaited park renovations in Arlington have opened to the community, and one more has reached a key milestone. May 14, 2019
A Gold Mine of Information About Our Community
The questions you can answer by thumbing through Arlington’s 2019 County Profile are many. Here are a few things we found interesting. May 10, 2019 | News Release
Corrected: May 2019 County Board Meeting Agenda Highlights
The County Board will consider dozens of items at its May Board Meeting, including a contract for the Nauck Town Square and a 169.48 million bond sale. May 10, 2019
8 Projects to Watch This Spring and Summer
We stopped by to see the latest progress on some key County projects. See what to keep an eye out for this spring and summer. May 8, 2019
Eat and Meet at One of Arlington’s Social 60+ Cafés
Arlington's Social 60+ Cafés provide opportunities for older adults to socialize, learn and get connected with health, transportation and other resources. May 2, 2019
Get the Know-How to ‘Make the Right Call’
The Arlington County Fire Department wants to help people know when — and when not — to call 911. May 1, 2019
Connect, Create, Contribute in Arlington This May
Arlington is a leader when it comes to supporting adults as they get older. Follow along as we join the nationwide observance of Older Americans Month. May 1, 2019
VIDEO: The All-New Powhatan Springs Skate Park
We visited the totally redesigned and rebuilt park soon after it opened to see how skaters were enjoying it. Watch the video to see what we found. April 29, 2019 | News Release
County Partners in First-Of-A-Kind Hospital Response Task Force
Arlington County's Fire and Police departments and the Virginia Hospital Center have created a unique response plan to save more lives in the event of a mass casualty incident. April 26, 2019 | News Release
Study of Neighborhood Conservation Program Launches
In light of recent challenges, the study will examine the mission of the program and the processes by which projects are developed and implemented. April 26, 2019 | News Release
County Board Approves Plan for Arlington’s Places and Spaces
The County Board approved a plan for public spaces that envisions a network of publicly- and privately-owned public spaces connecting the County’s established neighborhoods and growing corridors to natural areas. April 26, 2019 | News Release
County Board to Request Renaming Jefferson Davis Highway Within Arlington’s Borders
Arlington will ask the Commonwealth Transportation Board to rename the portion of Jefferson Davis Highway within the County's borders Richmond Highway. April 25, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Retains DEA in Pentagon City
The Arlington County Board approved an incentive grant that will retain the Drug Enforcement Agency's headquarters in Pentagon City for 15 years. April 25, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Shifting Glass Out of Residential Recycling Carts
Market changes mean it is no longer economically or environmentally sustainable for the County to collect glass via single-stream recycling. Find out what to do with your glass recyclables going forward. April 25, 2019 | News Release
County Manager Presents Plan for New Umbrella Initiative Focused on Housing
Tackles complex housing affordability issues through multiple interconnected programs. April 25, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Board to Honor Outstanding Park Volunteer
Master naturalist receives Arlington's 2018 Bill Thomas Volunteer Award April 25, 2019 | News Release
Arlington County to Recognize Notable Trees, Celebrate Arbor Day
See Arlington's new Notable trees for 2019 April 23, 2019 | News Release
A New Vision for Bicycle Transportation
The Arlington County Board has adopted a new vision for bike transportation in Arlington. April 23, 2019 | News Release
Arlington County Board Adopts FY 2020 Budget
The Arlington County Board adopted a $1.4 billion balanced budget with a two-cent property tax rate increase. April 23, 2019
Meet the Man Who Empowers Arlingtonians to Be the Help ‘Until Help Arrives’
Dr. E. Reed Smith, Operational Medical Director for the Arlington County Fire Department, received the 2018 Governor’s EMS Award for Physician with Outstanding Contribution to EMS for his groundbreaking work in tactical emergency casualty care. Dr. Smith is also an emergency physician and author who has served a key role in the innovative medical care in the Northern Virginia region. His groundbreaking work […] April 16, 2019
Earth Day in Arlington Extends Beyond April 22 — Well Beyond
Few communities can boast Arlington’s commitment to sustainability — which is why one day in April can barely hint at the work that happens year-round. April 13, 2019 | News Release
Agenda Highlights for the April 2019 Arlington County Board Meeting
The Arlington County Board will adopt the FY 2020 Budget and consider dozens of other items at its April 2019 Meeting. April 10, 2019 | News Release
New Community Reports Identify Significant Disparities
Arlington often ranks highly in areas of employment, education and health. However, looking beyond aggregate data reveals significant disparities. April 9, 2019
When Arlington Bikes: An Ever-Expanding Positive Chain of Events
With the spring sun warming the way, there’s no better time to roam Arlington by pedal. April 8, 2019 | News Release
Arlington County Kickoff Event: Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month
Arlington’s Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month Kickoff Event, #MeToo: BEING MEN – RAISING MEN. April 5, 2019 | News Release
Operation Fire Safe Kicks Off in Arlington
Arlington County firefighters will be going door to door offering home safety checks and giving relevant fire safety tips. April 4, 2019 | News Release
Arlington County Kicks Off 2020 Census Season
In a packed room at Arlington Mill Community Center, County Manager Mark Schwartz launched Arlington’s Complete Count Committee—a group of 39 community members who will serve as Census ambassadors to ensure that every person in Arlington County is counted in the 2020 Census on April 1, 2020. April 2, 2019
Unexpected Generosity for Programs that Change Kids’ Lives
Two programs serving at-risk teens in Arlington got some surprising news recently. March 25, 2019 | News Release
Arlington’s Spring Cleaning for Water Pipes Begins March 25
There are easy ways to remove any chlorine taste or odor you detect during the annual cleaning, which runs through May of this year. March 20, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Names Transportation “Champions”
On March 19, the Arlington County Board honored 31 local businesses and properties for their dedication to sustainable transportation for employees and tenants, as part of Arlington Transportation Partners’ (ATP) Champions program. The program—which celebrated its fifth year in 2018—is supported by Arlington County Commuter Services (ACCS). The program motivates businesses, multi-family residential communities, commercial […] March 16, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Approves Amazon HQ2 Performance Agreement
Arlington approves a pay-for-performance agreement with Amazon for HQ2. March 16, 2019 | News Release
Board Adopts Zoning, Local Code Changes to Improve Child Care Access
Changes to the Zoning Ordinance and local Codes will increase availability, accessibility of high-quality child care. March 16, 2019 | News Release
Board Approves Loan Documents for Rosslyn Affordable Housing
The Arlington County Board cleared the way for Rosslyn's Queens Court to be redeveloped with 249 new affordable housing units. March 14, 2019 | News Release
Become an Effective Advocate – Apply to Neighborhood College
Arlington County's Neighborhood College program, which develops participants' civic engagement and leadership skills, is accepting applications for 2019. March 14, 2019
New Turn Restriction at Clarendon Circle
The left turn from Washington Boulevard to Wilson Boulevard in Clarendon Circle will be permanently removed as part of the work to improve the intersection. March 8, 2019 | News Release
March County Board Meeting Agenda Highlights
The Arlington County Board will consider a performance agreement with Amazon and dozens of other items at its March meeting. March 5, 2019 | News Release
County Board to Vote on Proposed Incentive Agreement for Amazon
Amazon will have to meet regular performance targets based on filling office space and report those targets before any incentive funding is released. March 4, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Announces New “Brigade” of Neutral Facilitators
The neutral facilitators bring a wealth of experience and expertise that will help expand the County’s public engagement landscape. February 28, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Awarded $10,000 Grant for “50 Years of Love” Tourism Marketing Program
The grant program provides an engaging opportunity for destinations to show travelers why 'Virginia is for Lovers' still rings true 50 years later. February 26, 2019 | News Release