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Projects To Watch in 2022

Arlington County has been busy in 2022! From a new stormwater vault to a new fire station to two new parks that just opened, check out some of the Projects to Watch this year.

Permits Now Available Through Permit Arlington

As of June 28, applications for several permits (including building and trade permits) must be submitted online through Permit Arlington. You can find walkthrough videos, FAQs, and more on the Permit Arlington Help webpage to help guide you in the application process.

Fourth of July Holiday Closure

Arlington County Government offices and services are operating on modified schedules for the Independence Day holiday on Mon., July 4. There will also be multiple roadway closures to ensure pedestrian safety during the Fourth of July events and fireworks.

• Arlington County is now offering FREE Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines to children as young as 6 months old, by appointment only, at Sequoia Plaza. Visit the County website or go directly to the VAMS portal to schedule an appointment.
• Need a COVID-19 test before or after spending time in crowds over the July 4 weekend? The County’s curative kiosks offer no-cost, walk-up testing. Kiosks are open daily. 
• Walk-ins and appointments are still available at Arlington Mill and Walter Reed Community Centers for older children, teenagers, and adults. Visit the County website for details.
• Remember to stay up to date with vaccines, get boosters if eligible, and get tested if you have symptoms.
• Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order a third round of free, at-home COVID-19 tests. Order yours today!

• Provide feedback through July 5 about your experiences on the Arlington Boulevard Trail to help shape the future of this important trail for upcoming projects.
• Share your thoughts on the 2022 Resurfacing Projects for Complete Streets, now through July 6.
• Give your input to the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority through July 10 on priorities for the Long Bridge Project, which will construct a new, two-track railroad bridge next to the existing bridge, creating a four-track corridor.
• Continue to share your feedback on Missing Middle Housing recommendations and offer your thoughts on other potential options for the County through July 12. 
• Please provide your input to the County’s stormwater program. You can take our 5-minute survey in English or Spanish between now and July 30, or join us for an open house on Sunday, July 17, from 2-4 p.m. at Lubber Run Community Center.
• National Night Out is a community-building campaign that promotes safer neighborhoods. Submit your application no later than Friday, July 22, and have your community’s event on the list of 2022 National Night Out locations taking place on Tues., August 2.
• Join community volunteers in protecting the local environment from non-native invasive plants and replacing them with native plants. Volunteer for one of our regular events today!

For more information on engagement opportunities, check the Engage Page. 

• Traveling for July 4? Get free, local updates about traffic, weather, major events and more from Arlington Alert.
• Free employment workshops continue in July! Join the Resume Types & Formats workshop on Tues., July 5, from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
• In recognition of American Red Cross founder Clara Barton's 200th birthday, virtually commemorate her life and accomplishments on Thurs., July 7, from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
• Free Paper Shredding and Inert Material Drop-Off is happening on Sat., July 9, at 8 a.m.
• Explore the remaining earthworks at Fort Scott Park while we discuss how and why the fort was built on Sun., July 10, at 2 p.m.
• Attend A Caregiver's Guide to Medicare virtually on Mon., July 18, from at 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
• Watch free movies under the stars in July in Columbia Pike: Fridays at Arlington Mill Community Center and Saturdays at Penrose Square between 8-8:30 p.m.
• Free Latin dance classes for beginners continue through the summer every Thursday, 4-5:30 p.m., at Lubber Run Community Center.
• Lubber Run Summer Concert Series runs through August 14, on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 11 a.m.
• See the most current list of available Committed Affordable Apartments for rent in Arlington.
• Arlington County Police Department has published its 2021 Annual Report.
• The Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) provides free weekly supplemental groceries to Arlington residents in need. Learn more about AFAC's free food distributions.
• Celebrate the achievements of Arlington County Police Department’s 12 newest officers as Session 146 graduated from the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy.
• If you see suspected incidents of financial fraud, waste, and abuse that have a negative impact on the County, you can confidentially and securely report it on the Financial Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline. 

COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A

In the latest COVID-19 Q&A video, we're answering some of your questions about the new vaccines for children 6 months and older.

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