Insider: Ballston Quarter Redevelopment, Acting County Manager, Share Your Input Online & More

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July 9, 2015


Ballston Common Mall Redevelopment Proposed

Owner Forest City is proposing the transformation of Ballston Common Mall into "Ballston Quarter," through a partnership with the County. Learn how you can be part of the process. From public meetings, to on-demand documentation, we're looking to you for valuable input on making Ballston the best it can be.

Mark Schwartz Now Acting County Manager

Mark Schwartz became Acting County Manager of Arlington County on July 1, 2015, taking over from County Manager Barbara M. Donnellan, who retired June 30 after nearly 32 years of service with the County. Schwartz has laid out his priorities and shared specifics on the steps he'll take to continue improving the County.

July is Parks and Recreation Month

Celebrate with activities all month for kids, teens, families and older adults. There is something for everyone at Arlington County Parks and Recreation. For a full schedule of fun activities visit our event page.

Share Your Input Online

Provide valuable feedback on a variety of current topics in the County, all from the convenience of your computer or mobile device. Tell us how you think events should be published online in the Arlington Today survey, in which ways Nelly Custis Park could improve, and what you're looking for in a new County Manager.

News Around Town

Enhanced Service, New Buses for Arlington Transit

 

New Sushi Restaurant Kona Grill Opens on Wilson Boulevard

 

Metro Aims to Cut Trains on Some Lines

 

Fashion Centre Continues Work on Upgrade, Expansion Plan

 

NYC Bus Services Now Running from Pentagon City Mall

 

Volunteers Sought for 'I Can Bike' Effort

Mark Your Calendar

July 9: Food Truck Thursday 

 

July 9: Ballston Farmers Market 

 

July 9: Fire Station #8 Public Meeting 

 

July 11: Free Paper Shredding 

 

July 18: Safety & Community Awareness Event 

 

July 18: County Board Regular Meeting 

 

July 20: New County Manager Input Session

 

July 21: County Board Recessed Meeting

County Q

How can I find nearby playgrounds?

 

Visit the Northern Virginia Project Play website to easily locate one of the 90+ playgrounds that Arlington offers.

Video: Around Arlington

In this edition of Around Arlington, meet Mark Schwartz, the new Acting County Manager for Arlington. Also check in on the State of the County, go to the park, and hear all about an upcoming Mongolian Community event.