Picking Up After the Storm

Picking Up After the Storm

Thank you for your patience as Arlington County responds to the July 29 storms. County crews continue to investigate and address the tickets submitted to the online Request for Service tool, with a focus on cleaning up debris and removing trees. 

• Report downed trees and other debris using the online form
• Curbside debris removal is underway and likely to take several weeks — schedule a brush pickup online
• Find other helpful resources including utilities and weather hotlines
• Steps you can take as a property owner to reduce your risk of flooding
• Stay informed of local weather alerts by subscribing to ArlingtonAlert

The New 16M Columbia Pike to National Landing Line

Introducing a new Metrobus route that expands connectivity between National Landing and Skyline in Fairfax County. The route represents the growth of Columbia Pike as a Premium Transit Corridor.

Attention Residential Blue Recycling Cart Users

Residential blue cart users: Don’t place recyclables inside plastic or paper bags. Items should be loose and free in the cart. Empty paper bags can be recycled with the other loose items, but always avoid tossing plastic bags in the blue cart as they can damage sorting equipment.

• Sparrow Pond Restoration Project is starting construction! Sign up to receive updates.
• We need your feedback on the 1501 Arlington Blvd. (Red Lion Inn) site plan application.
• Learn more about a new draft Athletic Field Availability Framework and new approach for enabling more drop-in play opportunities on athletic fields.
• Save the Date for VDOT's virtual public information meeting on the Arlington Boulevard Safety Improvement Project — Aug. 24 at 7 p.m.
• VDOT is accepting initial feedback for a Project Pipeline study on the area around Route 50 at Route 27 Washington Boulevard.

Around Arlington

• Make your plans now for fun at next week's Arlington County Fair!
• The West Glebe Road Bridge is back — as of July 28, the bridge sidewalks, bike lanes, and vehicular lanes are open for all traffic. 
• Don't miss the fun with your friends at Late Night at the Mill, our teen summer series (RSVP for the next event on. Aug. 5).
• Street sweeping starts Monday, Aug. 7 — view the complete 2023-2024 Street Sweeping Schedule.
• Hot off the press, it's the latest edition of the ENJOY Arlington catalog with recreation, nature, and history programs this fall.
• Water Wisely: As temperatures rise, follow these tips to ensure water conservancy during the summer months.
• The DHS Teen Health Services clinic provides confidential services to all teens ages 13 to 19.
• Encore Learning Presents: Neil Howe and The Fourth Turning is Here, Aug. 7, virtually presented on Zoom. 
• Learn to save lives in emergencies like shootings and car crashes while you wait for first responders. Sign up for free Until Help Arrives training.

MoCA Arlington and Arlington Public Art present Reclining Liberty

Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) Arlington and Arlington Public Art are delighted to co-sponsor the installation of Zaq Landsberg’s celebrated Reclining Liberty on the Museum’s front lawn, Arlington County’s Maury Park, starting Saturday.

An opening celebration and community picnic will be held on Aug. 5, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., and includes a talk with the artist, an art activity for families, and refreshments.

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