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County Board Approves 2011 Federal Priorities
On March 15, the County Board approved the 2011 Federal Priorities document. These priorities represent the major federal issues that the County will focus on with the United States Congress and the Executive Branch.
Arlington & HOT Lanes — Latest Updates
- Arlington County Board Withdrawing HOT Lanes Lawsuit (2/8/11)
- Arlington County HOT Lanes Stance Vindicated by VDOT Decision to Redesign Project (2/3/11)
- More details & background documents
Update on Secure Communities
On March 1, the County Manager received a letter from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in response to her letter to them regarding Arlington's inclusion in their Secure Communities initiative. In their response, ICE states very clearly that Arlington County does not have an option to not participate in the Secure Communities initiative.
- Previously, County Manager Barbara Donnellan sent a memo to the County Board (vea el memo en español acá), regarding the program and Arlington's efforts.
2010 Annual Report Released
The County’s 2010 Annual Report is now available. The report highlights many of the County’s accomplishments during the year in a number of areas including: financial, economic and environmental sustainability, social safety net programs, public safety, employer of choice, administrative and physical infrastructure improvements, and capital programs. Read the full report here.
2010 Management Plan /County Board Priority Check List Updated
A mid-year update of the 2010 Management Plan / County Board Priority Check List is available. The update reflects the County’s progress on initiatives identified as key priority projects for the calendar year. These projects are additional to the other annual processes, initiatives, work plans, programs, and the routine operations and services provided to the community.
Your County Government at Work (we never close!)
Even when County Government is "closed," it is never really closed. Throughout the snow event, hundreds of County employees remain on the job to keep the community running.
Economic Indicators Report
Interested in finding out more about Arlington’s economy? This new report includes the latest data about economic trends, conditions and fiscal indicators. See the report.
Arlington's Triple-Aaa Bond Rating Reaffirmed
Arlington is one of fewer than two dozen counties in the United States to carry the coveted triple-A bond rating from all three rating agencies. Read more.
Arlington's 2009 Federal Legislative Package
The Arlington County Board approved the federal legislative priorities for 2009. Read more (pdf).
Arlington & the Federal Economic Stimulus Package
Arlington appreciates the expeditious action by the Administration and Congress in reaching agreement on an economic stimulus package. Arlington is ready -- with a number of projects that are ready to go. We will seek stimulus funding for an array of projects that have been long-standing priorities for the County which are in fact a part of our Capital Improvement Plan. Read more.
2008 Annual Report Released
2008 was a challenging yet successful year for Arlington County. This is evident in the accomplishments during the year in the areas of environmental sustainability, affordable housing, transportation, planning and development, public safety, human services, inclusion, civic engagement, and a healthy community. Additionally, the County advanced and completed several major capital projects and made investments in the County’s aging infrastructure. Read the full report here. Read the message from the manager. View a video highlighting the County successes in 2008.
Manager Institutes Hiring Freeze
Arlington County Manager Ron Carlee announced (Oct. 9) an immediate hiring freeze and other spending reductions – the first steps to addressing what is projected to be a $10 million gap in the FY 2009 budget. This $10 million gap represents 1.6% of the general County government operations budget.
Read the press release.
View the Manager's 10/21/08 budget update.
Confronting the Inconvenient Truth
Not long ago, climate change was seen as largely a political issue, but it has now emerged as a major public policy challenge for every local government. In today’s climate, reducing the carbon footprint is no longer considered a trendy or innovative practice; it is a necessity for the sustainability of communities. This article describes several of the programs Arlington County has instituted in order to meet the 2012 goal of a 10% reduction in carbon emissions produced by County government. Read the full article (.pdf).
Residents Give Arlington County Top Marks
Residents are highly satisfied with County government services, according to results from Arlington’s second Resident Satisfaction Survey, conducted by ETC Institute. Overall satisfaction improved in 57 of the 84 service areas that were rated in the 2004 and 2008 surveys. When compared to other communities its size, overall satisfaction with County services rated 29 percent above the national average. See all the details here.
Arlington’s Triple-Aaa Bond Rating Reaffirmed
For the eighth consecutive year, Standard & Poor's, Fitch Ratings, and Moody's Investor Services all have given Arlington County’s debt the highest rating: AAA/AAA/Aaa. Arlington is one of only 22 counties in the United States to carry the coveted triple-A bond rating from all three rating agencies.
- Each of the agencies noted the County’s outstanding financial management, its solid reserve levels and controlled expenditure growth. Each also noted significant steps the County took this year to reduce its total liability for post-retirement benefits by increasing employee premiums and making other long-term changes to existing health care plans. Read more about the reports.
Resident Satisfaction Survey
May 2008: Arlington is conducting its second countywide, statistically valid survey of residents. The survey will measure satisfaction with major County services and gather input about issues facing the community. The survey is being mailed to 3,600 residents in all parts of the County.
2007 Annual Report Available
2007 was a prosperous year for the County as many goals where achieved and milestones were met. The County had success in areas including housing, immigration, and environmental sustainability and planning and development. There were also achievements in the areas of small business and nonprofits, transportation, community services, public safety, financial management, organizational development, and capital programs. Read the County's annual report for a summary of its accomplishments for the calendar year.
USS Arlington
The Arlington County Board appoints the final members of USS Arlington Commissioning Committee at its June 2007 meeting. Learn more background by reading our previously issued news release (Jan. 2007).
"Abusive Driver" Fees Now in Effect
The Virginia state legislature has enacted "abusive driver" fees – which became effective July 1 -- as part of the state's comprehensive transportation package. Learn more >>>
2006: Arlington Year in Review
2006 was a year of successes and challenges for Arlington as it continued its efforts to maintain a diverse and inclusive community where each and every person is important. Read the County's year-end report (2.6MB, PDF) or view the Arlington County top 10 highlights for a brief summary of its achievements for the year.
2006 Management Plan Unveiled
The County recently released its 2006 Management Plan, which highlights the organization’s strategic initiatives for the calendar year. Read the executive overview (65KB PDF Format) of the plan.
2005: A year of Accomplishments
Listen to a top-ten achievements podcast from County Board Chairman Jay Fisette or read Arlington's complete 2005 year-end report.
Survey Says: Arlington "Among the Very Best" in the Nation
Arlington County ranks "among the very best" in the nation in resident satisfaction with local government services, according to a new survey.
Highlights - Arlington's Vision in Action
Check out this highly visual slide show, and see Arlington's vision at work around throughout the community.
Outstanding Planning Award
Take a Look Back – Previous Management Plans
The County issues a management plan annually identifying the strategic priorities for the year. The document also serves as a work plan guiding the County's efforts toward achieving its vision. View the 2005 management plan. For previous plans, see the box to the right.
Celebrating Our Accomplishments – Year End Reports
Annually the County releases a year-end report to provide residents an overview of the organization's major accomplishments for the year. Read the complete report for 2005 here. For past reports, see the box to the right.
Arlington Named No. 1 Place to Walk
New Arlington Logo
Read about the behind-the-scenes work for the logo design, what the logo represents, and what the seal is used for.
