Tell Us Your Priorities for Arlington

We're in the process of developing our 10-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) – and we need your help! Take 5 minutes to tell us what your priorities are for County investments in libraries, parks, transportation, schools, and more. Weigh in now.

Celebrate Arlington’s African-American History 

Join us to celebrate Arlington's rich African-American heritage at the 2018 Feel the Heritage Festival. Each year, hundreds of residents learn about the historically African-American neighborhoods while enjoying live entertainment, delicious food and more.

Arlington Wants to Help You Stop Stormwater

The StormwaterWise Landscapes program provides funding for projects to reduce stormwater runoff. Through matching grants for Arlington property owners, we can keep pollutants out of our streams. Apply now!

Around Arlington

• Letter from the County Manager regarding the Buck Property Phase 3 Analysis
• Police investigated an incident at Yorktown High School on Friday
• Arlington added or preserved 556 affordable housing units in 2017
• Find out what a smart and secure future looks like for Arlington County — RSVP today and to join us for the sixth community talk in the Digital Destiny series
• I-66 Fact vs Myth: The Fastest Commute
• 5 Great geography websites for kids
• American University’s free transit pass is a success, and the idea is slowly spreading
• Arlington reversed the decline in our tree canopy found in 2011 (40%) 
• You can get a free library card if you live, work, or attend school in Arlington.

Find a way to make a difference in your community, share feedback, or get involved

Mark Your Calendars

Feb. 15: 4MRV Working Group Meeting

Feb. 19: George Washington Day (County Government offices and facilities closed)

Feb. 20: County Board Work Session on a Plan for Our Places & Spaces

Feb. 22: FY 2019 Budget Work Session

Feb. 24: 26th Annual Feel the Heritage Festival

Feb. 26: Let's Talk Transportation

Feb. 26: The Arts Meet! at Ballston Center Gallery with Marymount University

Feb. 28: New Lubber Run Community Center Design Meeting #5

Feb. 28: Henry Clay Park Playground Design Meeting

See what else is happening in the County on Arlington Today

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