A New Age of Flood Protection in Arlington

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  The Fight Against Flooding

This week, Arlington activates new safeguards to protect residents from future floods. Take an inside look at a new Wetland Park and a Stormwater Detention Vault.  

Taxes Due October 5

With the start of Autumn comes an important deadline. Real estate and vehicle personal property taxes are due next week. 

Pay online at CAPP or visit a satellite office at Arlington Mill and Lubber Run Community Centers: • Thursday and Friday - 10 am to 6 pm • Saturday - 8 am to 1 pm

Pull Up a Chair 

National Coffee with a Cop Day is almost here! Arlington County Police are celebrating with two days of events for both coffee drinkers and pupusa lovers. 

• Time is running out! Help us with the new public art project in Bozman Government Center. Tell us -- what's a special route you take in the County?
• Know your rights! Arlington residents should contact the Arlington Office of Human rights if experiencing possible pregnancy discrimination at work. 
• Everyone deserves to be safe at home. Please consider taking a survey about your experience looking for/ referring people to resources for domestic partner violence in Arlington County. 
• Did you weigh in on the Homeownership study? Check out the report. 
• Sept. 28 is the last day to share feedback on the Arlington Blvd Safety Improvement Project. Share your thoughts! 
• Arlington Transit is inviting Specialized Transportation for Arlington Residents customers to share their thoughts on current STAR service.

Around Arlington

• The County Board declares Arlington Public Libraries "book sanctuaries" ahead of Banned Book Week. This year's theme: Let Freedom Read. 
• This fall, ART rides will be free for most rush hour commuters. Fare Free Rush starts Oct. 2. Check out a full list of bus lines offering you a free ride!
• Join the fun on Sept. 30 at Westover Day! Guests are celebrating several milestones including a ribbon-cutting for the new Stormwater Vault!
• Arlington County is seeking historical artifacts to display inside the lobby of the new Fire Station #8. Help honor the Legacy of Langston. 
• The County Board approved a $1M grant to help increase funding for early-stage technology companies. 
• Starting Monday, Arlington Public Health is offering a limited number of free COVID-19 vaccine boosters for children and adults who are uninsured or underinsured.

Artistic Atmosphere 

Pictured: "Ridge" by Foon Sham

The second annual Arlington Art Walk is just days away. Spend a day exploring multiple exciting exhibits.

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