November 10, 2019 | News Release
Boil Water Advisory Ends in Arlington
Residents and businesses in Arlington County can resume using tap water for all purposes following the large water transmission main break on Nov. 8 at Glebe Road and Chain Bridge Road. November 9, 2019 | News Release
County Board November Meeting Agenda Highlights
The Arlington County Board will consider and act on dozens of items at its November Meeting. Here are some of the agenda highlights. November 8, 2019 | News Release
Impacted Arlington Residents Advised to Boil Water Following Water Transmission Main Break
Update Nov. 10: Boil Water Advisory Ends in Arlington Update 3:23 p.m.: See Boil Notice Procedures for Food Establishments Update 12:05 p.m.: Find out more details on what to do during the boil water advisory. Update 9:30 a.m.: The Department of Environmental Services has created a searchable map of the Boil Water Advisory zone. Enter your […] November 7, 2019 | News Release
We’re Kicking Off Budget Season—and Asking for Your Help
From now through July 2020, Arlingtonians will have opportunities to provide input and inform decisions about the County’s operating and capital budgets. November 6, 2019 | News Release
A Flood Resilient Arlington: Looking Back to Move Forward
A just-published, visually-rich Story Map illustrates how Arlington’s peak 20th century development took place amid few standards for stormwater — and the ramifications for today’s more frequent, intense rain storms. November 6, 2019
Arlington’s Veterans Count
We are grateful for the service of our country’s veterans, many of who live in our community. It is critical for everyone to be counted as part of the 2020 Census. October 31, 2019 | News Release
UPDATED: Four Mile Run Stream Advisory Lifted
Update 11/5/19: The source of the petroleum release has been mitigated and the impacted area has been cleaned up. The advisory to avoid contact with the stream has been lifted after monitoring the stream for several days. The County recommends residents resume adherence to its normal protective guidelines for interacting with urban streams. More information […] October 30, 2019 | News Release
How Arlington Plans to Keep Vulnerable Residents Safe in the Winter
Arlington's Cold weather Plan will be in place throughout the late fall and winter to help keep people experiencing homelessness safe during extreme cold and winter storms. October 28, 2019 | News Release
Alexandria, Arlington, Falls Church to Host Community Meetings on the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Center
Public input is part of a study examining the future of the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Center (Center), given that juvenile incarceration rates have declined over the last decade. October 28, 2019
5 Things to Know for Election Day 2019
From what’s on the ballot to what you need to bring with you, we’ve rounded up the information you need to know before heading to the polls on Nov. 5. October 24, 2019
Which Arlington Neighborhoods Will See the Most Trick-or-Treaters?
How much candy should you buy? Census numbers could help! October 23, 2019 | News Release
Spooky Season in Arlington
With Halloween lurking just around the corner, we've compiled some of the ways to make the most of your trick-or-treating, frightening fun and haunting hikes in Arlington. October 22, 2019 | News Release
Fire Station No. 8 Concept Design, Construction Contract Approved
The new Fire Station No. 8 will be larger, more energy efficient and will better serve the community for decades to come. October 19, 2019 | News Release
Arlington County Board to Consider E-Scooter Regulations
The County Board voted to advertise a public hearing in November on regulating e-scooters and other shared mobility devices. October 19, 2019 | News Release
Crystal City Apartment Tower Approved
The Arlington County Board approved a new apartment tower in Crystal City that will include committed affordable units. October 17, 2019 | News Release
Fire Station 7 to Permanently Close Due to Structural Safety Concerns
Other nearby fire stations will continue to meet fire and emergency service needs in this area. The County is also developing a process to determine future use of the site. October 11, 2019 | News Release
Arlington County Board October Meeting Agenda Highlights
The Arlington County Board will consider dozens of items at its October Meeting. All Board meetings are open to the public. October 11, 2019 | News Release
Arlington County Government Offices Open Oct. 14 – Columbus Day 2019
Arlington County government offices, libraries and other government facilities and services will be open on Monday, Oct. 14, 2019. Virginia Commonwealth offices, including Arlington Courts, DMVs and Arlington Public Schools, will be closed in observance of Columbus Day. Trash and recycling services will operate on a normal schedule. Metered parking will not be enforced. See the Holiday Schedule page for more […] October 10, 2019
Census Jobs – Earn Money While Helping the Community
The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting temporary employees for the 2020 Census. Fill out an application on line or attend one of the Arlington Employment Center's Census job events. October 8, 2019
5 Tips for Making the Most of Fire Prevention Week
In a house fire, you may have less than two minutes to escape after the smoke alarm sounds. Here are five steps to ensuring your family is prepared. October 3, 2019
Do This One Thing First to Stay Safe Online
October is National Cyber Security Awareness month and a great time to learn how to better protect ourselves online. October 3, 2019 | News Release
Safer Routes to Arlington’s Schools
Here are five County projects that will help to make for safer conditions for APS students. October 3, 2019 | News Release
Healing is a Journey: Arlington Honors Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The County will host a discussion about the healing process for survivors of domestic and dating violence and the resources available to support them. October 2, 2019 | News Release
Arlington, Alexandria Support Principles for Inclusive Growth
At a joint work session, the two jurisdictions laid the groundwork for cooperating to support inclusive growth and address the impact that Amazon’s HQ2 and the planned Virginia Tech Innovation Campus is already having on the two communities. October 2, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Design Awards Program Now Accepting 2019 Submissions
DESIGNArlington is a biennial awards program that showcases architectural, historic preservation, landscape and public art projects in the County. October 1, 2019 | News Release
Media Alert: Arlington-Alexandria Joint Work Session
Arlington and Alexandria will hold a joint work session on Tuesday, Oct. 1 2019 on working together to manage growth associated with Amazon's HQ2. October 1, 2019 | News Release
Telling Arlington’s Story: Transfer of Historic Materials from the Library of Virginia
Thousands of historic materials, some of which date back to the late 1840’s, have been returned to Arlington County. September 28, 2019 | News Release
COG and GARE Launch Initiative for Local Governments to Advance Racial Equity
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments has launched a cohort of local government staff to advance racial equity and opportunities for all. September 27, 2019 | News Release
More Locations for Arlington Glass Recycling
Arlington residents now have three more drop-off sites for recycling used glass jars and bottles, co-located with libraries and community centers. September 27, 2019
Census and Preparedness: An Important Partnership
It's National Preparedness Month. Find out how Census data helps Arlington to “be prepared, not scared” in the face of an emergency. September 26, 2019
Board Approves Funding for Benjamin Banneker Park Upgrades
Funds will be used for improvements to the parking lot, dog park, trails, athletic field, playground, picnic area and more. September 25, 2019 | News Release
Addressing Stormwater Challenges in Flood-Prone Areas
Arlington County staff presented a Stormwater Action Plan, with the goal of managing emerging, dynamic changes, while creating a flood resilient community. September 25, 2019
100 Years Ago: Call to Rename Alexandria County “Arlington”
Confusion over Alexandria City and Alexandria County leads civic federation to call for new name for the County. September 25, 2019 | News Release
Mixed-Use Development to Replace Rosslyn Holiday Inn
A redevelopment of the Holiday Inn site will add a new hotel, a conference center and housing to the Rosslyn core. September 24, 2019
Ten Northern Virginia jurisdictions band together to form Northern VA Economic Development Alliance
In a move to formalize the regional partnerships and collaborations throughout Northern Virginia’s economic development organizations, a total of 10 jurisdictions from Northern Virginia, including Arlington, are now banding together to form the Northern Virginia Economic Development Alliance. The Memorandum of Understanding for the regional partnership, formalized earlier this month, was born from Arlington’s successful […] September 24, 2019 | News Release
Arlington-Alexandria Work Session on Managing “Amazon Effect”
Arlington and Alexandria will hold a joint work session on October 1 to consider ways to cooperate on managing growth issues in both communities. September 23, 2019
It’s Rabies Awareness Week. Follow These 5 Tips to Protect Yourself.
With nearly 4,500 cases of rabies in animals reported in 2017, education and prevention awareness remain the best way for people to protect themselves. September 21, 2019 | News Release
Arlington County Board Resolves to Achieve Equity in Policies, Budgetary Decisions
To eliminate disparities in outcomes, the County will collaborate with APS and other partners on initiatives to address disparities in outcomes and foster equity. September 21, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Sets Ambitious Goals in Updated Community Energy Plan
Arlington sets bold goals for increasing resilience and mitigating, adapting to climate change in Community Energy Plan. September 21, 2019 | News Release
Board Approves Westmont Shopping Center Redevelopment
A new six-story mixed-use building will replace the aging Westmont shopping center at the intersection of S. Glebe Road and Columbia Pike. September 18, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Fields Officially Named ‘Boeing Fields at Long Bridge Park’
The park signs recognize The Boeing Company’s generous donation to support maintenance and operational expenses at both Long Bridge Park and the future Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center, as well as provide access and programming for active duty military and their families at the aquatics center. September 14, 2019 | News Release
September Arlington County Board Meeting Agenda Highlights
A sweeping update to the Community Energy Plan is one of dozens of items the Arlington County Board will consider at its September Meeting. September 13, 2019
7 Steps You Can Take to Be Prepared, Not Scared Ahead of an Emergency
September is National Preparedness Month. Here are things you can do right now to make sure you’re ready the next time an emergency hits. September 10, 2019 | News Release
Arlington Visitor Spending Hits Record $3.4 Billion in 2018
Arlington County was the top Virginia county for tourism revenue for 11th consecutive year, according to the U.S. Travel Association. September 5, 2019 | News Release
Online Permitting Coming to Arlington Sept. 9
More than 30 permits will move from paper applications and in-person payments to the virtual system, eliminating the need for customers to visit County offices to complete these transactions. September 4, 2019 | News Release
MEDIA PHOTO OPP: Installation of First Richmond Highway Street Sign
The Arlington County Transportation Division will install the first new sign on Richmond Highway in Crystal City on Thursday, Sept. 5. August 30, 2019 | News Release
Back to School in Arlington
In 2019, "new" is the operative word at APS, with new schools, new names and a new Interim Superintendent. This back-to-school guide will prep you for a new year ahead, whether you're a parent or a neighbor. August 29, 2019
Ensuring a Healthy Start to the School Year
Organizing textbooks and setting up classrooms? Sure. Buying pencils, notebooks, and first-day-of-school outfits? Of course. But stocking Band-Aids and updating immunizations? Prepping the health clinics in 36 Arlington Public Schools buildings and ensuring every child is ready to enter school is an important part of preparing for the first day of school on Sept. 3. […] August 28, 2019 | News Release
Holiday Closing: Mon., Sept. 2, 2019 – Labor Day
Arlington County Government offices, courts, libraries & facilities will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2, 2019 for Labor Day. Trash & Recycling Collections – Normal Metered Parking – Not enforced See the Holiday Schedule page for more information. August 28, 2019 | News Release