Nearly two dozen Arlingtonians have graduated from Neighborhood College, a program designed to help participants become more effective community leaders.
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Arlington County Board Sets New Salary Cap
The Arlington County Board voted to raise the cap on County Board salaries for the first time since 2011. The new salary cap will take effect Jan. 1, 2020.
County Board Extends Shared Mobility Device Demonstration Project
The County Board has approved a six-month extension of the e-scooter and e-bicycle demonstration program, through Dec. 31, 2019.
Let It Run: Arlington Boathouse Crosses Milestone
The National Park Service issued its Environmental Assessment of the preferred Arlington boathouse site along the George Washington Parkway shoreline next to Theodore Roosevelt Island
Board Approves Ballston-Virginia Square Area Redevelopment
A new residential building in the Virginia Square area will include affordable units.
UPDATE: Fire Marshals Investigating Fatal Fire in Ashton Heights Neighborhood
The fire occurred in the 3800 block of Fifth Street North. The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
Arlington County Board June Meeting Agenda Highlights
The County Board will consider and act on dozens of items at its June Meeting. The meeting is open to the public and live-streamed on the County website.
Arlington’s Aaa/AAA/AAA Bond Ratings Reaffirmed
Arlington is one of just 48 counties in the United States, and nine in Virginia, to receive the highest rating from all three credit agencies for its bonds.
Boeing Makes Donation to Arlington County for Long Bridge Park
In recognition of this investment, Arlington will soon name Boeing Fields at Long Bridge Park, as well as name the 50-meter pool inside the future Aquatics & Fitness Center, which is expected to open to the public in winter 2021.
Women’s Work: Stories of Persistence and Influence
Arlington Public Library presents the stories of women trailblazers who influenced politics, education, business, social activism and public libraries.