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JUNE 11, 2020

NOTE: In the coming weeks, we will be transitioning the COVID-19 Update newsletter subscription list back to the County's weekly Inside Arlington newsletter. If you want to continue receiving COVID-19 news as it happens, subscribe here.

Arlington to Enter Phase 2

Arlington County is transitioning to Phase 2 of the Forward Virginia plan on Friday, June 12. Under Phase 2, Arlington will maintain a Safer at Home strategy, the maximum number of people allowed in a social gathering will increase from 10 to 50 people and restaurant and beverage establishments may offer indoor dining at 50% occupancy. Additionally, Arlington will open its dog parks, basketball and volleyball courts. More details and information on Phase 2

COVID-19 Town Hall on June 12

Join the County Board for their weekly virtual town hall on COVID-19 in Arlington, with updates and information on the County's response, including preparation for Phase 2 of reopening.

• Friday, June 12, 12-1 p.m. 
• Watch live on Facebook, YouTube, Arlington TV (Comcast 1085/Verizon 40) and the County website
• Text questions to 571-348-3053

Holds Pickup at Central Library Begins June 15

Starting June 15, Arlington Public Library will accept book returns at all branches and offer a materials pickup service at Central Library to patrons who have a hold which is currently ready. And then starting on June 18, new holds may be placed online in the Library catalog and app. More info.

COVID-19 News & Notes

• APS wants feedback on your students’ distance learning experiences as they work on possible scenarios and contingencies for a return to school

• We Are Covered: We may be going to Phase 2, but face coverings are still required in public indoor settings
• The Arlington County Fair is going virtual
• Check out a new map of restaurants in Arlington that can now offer outdoor dining 

• Use this form to report concerns about non-compliance with Phase 2 guidelines

• Are you having a hard time paying your rent or utilities or making ends meet? Do you need assistance getting food for you and your family? Arlington County can help.

• Virginia's back to school plan is informed by a collaborative process and outlines steps for safely resuming in-person instruction and school activities
• All eviction proceedings are suspended through June 28
• CDC has updated its FAQ for traveling during COVID-19

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Questions about COVID-19? Call the County's public information line at

703-228-7999, Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (closed Sunday)

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Arlington County's coronavirus (COVID-19) updates and news

Center for Disease Control

Virginia Department of Health