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First E-CARE of 2025 Arrives June 21, First Full Day of Summer

Published on June 13, 2025

Spring may almost be done, but you can do an early-summer declutter of old electronics, household hazardous materials (HHMs) and metal items with the return of E-CARE on Saturday, June 21. The free, fast and safe drop-off Environmental Collection and Recycling Event pop-up happens rain or shine from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1425 North Quincy St. (across from Washington-Liberty High School).

Arlington Celebrates 10 Years in the Top 10

Published on May 21, 2025

Arlington County’s park system has once again gained national recognition, earning the number seven spot in the 2025 Trust for Public Land's (TPL) ParkScore® rankings.

Arlington, Virginia: 'All In' On Inclusivity

Published on May 16, 2025

As Washington, D.C., prepares to host WorldPride 2025 from May 17 to June 8, neighboring Arlington, Virginia, is shining a spotlight on its array of inclusive experiences, events and resources for both travelers and locals across the capital region.

Arlington Celebrates New Fire Station 8 and Halls Hill Heritage

Published on April 28, 2025

Arlington County’s new Fire Station 8 is officially in service, celebrated with a grand opening Saturday, April 26, that reflected the inspiring story of the men who created the company in service to its community in the historic Langston Boulevard corridor.

Arlington 2050 Initiative Advanced through Updated Comprehensive Plan

Published on April 23, 2025

As a continuation of the County Board-led initiative launched in January 2024, the Department of Community Planning, Housing and Development is advancing Arlington 2050: Guiding Our Path, Arlington County’s Comprehensive Plan Update project.

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Ballin' at the Mill Late Night

June 13, 2025

High School students - join us to shoot some hoops from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. on Fridays.

County Board Regular Meeting

June 14, 2025

Regular Meeting of the Arlington County Board

County Board Recessed Meeting

June 18, 2025

Recessed Meeting of the Arlington County Board

Transportation Commission Meeting

June 30, 2025

The Transportation Commission advises the County Board on issues related to Arlington’s streets, transit systems, pedestrian traffic, taxicabs and bicycles, as well as how each of these relate to the Master Transportation Plan

Planning Commission Hearing (Hybrid)

July 07, 2025

The Planning Commission (PC) is a citizen advisory board authorized by the Virginia State Code. It promotes the orderly development of Arlington County and its environs by advising the County Board on development and use of land, facilities and zoning.