Now is the perfect time for Arlingteens to get a jumpstart on the summer job search. Scroll down for details about a free job clinic that will help teens make a strong first impression. 

Proposed Budget Invests in Core Services

County Manager Mark Schwartz has proposed the FY 2027 budget. The $1.69 billion proposed budget is a 0.1% decrease compared to the adopted FY 2026 budget, and recommends $10.6 million in funding cuts to address many challenges while still supporting those most in need in our community and maintaining core services.

At its Tuesday meeting, the County Board voted to advertise a real estate tax rate of $1.053 per $100 of assessed value, a 2-cent increase from calendar year 2025. The Board will hold a public hearing for the budget on March 24, and a public hearing for the tax rate on March 26. Registration to speak at the public hearings opens five business days before the hearing dates.

Spring Sweep Service Returns

Spring residential street sweeping returns on March 16. Check the neighborhood schedule page and remember to move your car on street sweeping days.

Business License Tax Due Date

The 2026 business license tax filings and, if applicable, payments, are due by 11:59 p.m. ET on or before March 1. File returns through the Customer Assessment & Payment Portal.

• Through March 1, the County is seeking feedback on a proposal to build an eight-story residential condominium building at 1501 Langston Blvd.

• The County is developing a County-wide plan to address the well-being of children and youth. Share your thoughts on the draft vision statement by March 6.

• The public is invited to join the County in a hybrid discussion about what matters most to older adults in our community on March 16.

• The 16th Annual Northern Virginia Housing Expo returns on March 7. Take advantage of free workshops designed to help you buy or rent in Virginia.
  
  
• Mark your calendars. Arlington's Spring E-CARE event will be held at Wakefield High School (1325 S Dinwiddie St.) on March 28.
  
  
• The Arlington County Police Department is showcasing how it invests in employee wellness from day one. WATCH: Stories Behind the Badge
  
  
• Do you know someone dedicated to improving County parks and public spaces? Nominate them for the 2025 Bill Thomas Park Volunteer Award by March 2.
  
  
• If your computer skills could use some updating, take a trip to the library. The Computer CORE’s Digital Navigator staff offers free computer lessons at several library locations. 
  
  
• Arlington Public Schools invites families of incoming kindergarten students to a Countdown to Kindergarten webinar on March 3. Registration is required. 
  
  
• In Northern Virginia, taxpayers with low and moderate income can meet with IRS-certified tax counselors who will help prepare your return for FREE. 

Let's Get to Work

Need a job, but don't know where to start? Register for the free Arlingteens Resume & Interview Clinic on March 9 at Thomas Jefferson Community Center.

Arlington County provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities upon request. Language assistance may also be available.

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