Engage Arlington
Current Engagement Opportunities
Arlington Green Community Tour on Sunday, September 14 | 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.: See sustainable homes and gardens in September bloom, along with rain barrels, rain gardens, solar panels, EV charging and energy efficiency measures. Bring friends, family and neighbors; get ideas and inspiration for incorporating these sustainable practices in your home, place of worship or community! Event partners include EcoAction Arlington, Virginia Cooperative Extension - Master Gardeners, Arlington Regional Master Naturalists, Plant NOVA Natives, Northern Virginia Bird Alliance, Arlington Public Libraries, Arlington County’s Office of Sustainability and Environmental Management. Learn more about the 2025 Arlington Green Community Tour and register to attend!
Columbia Pike Bike Boulevards Concept Designs – Open House September 18, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.: Stop by the Walter Reed Community Center anytime between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m.to view proposed Bike Boulevard designs, informed by community input. These routes, along 8th and 9th Street (north of Columbia Pike) and 12th Street S. (south of Columbia Pike), provide important east-west alternatives to bicycling along Columbia Pike. Your feedback will help refine the designs for implementation, along with other available information. Learn more on the project page.
Low Residential Study Engagement – Virtual Q&A Session Sept. 19 | 12 - 12:45 p.m.
Despite Arlington’s existing lot coverage and stormwater management regulations, impervious area is increasing Countywide, especially in residential areas. Impervious area increases the risk of flooding and extreme heat, which are the two most dangerous weather threats facing Arlington today. To help mitigate these risks and improve climate resilience, Arlington is considering the adoption of a maximum impervious area requirement in lower density, residentially zoned areas. Learn more at arlingtonva.us/lowresidentialstudy or attend an upcoming meeting/pop-up event this fall!
National Coffee with a Cop Day - Wednesday, October 1, 8 a.m. in Clarendon and 11:30 a.m. in Ballston: The Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) is proud to join communities nationwide in celebrating National Coffee with a Cop Day on Wednesday, October 1. The Community Engagement Division is hosting two informal engagement opportunities for Arlingtonians to connect with the officers that serve them and celebrate community-police relations. All are invited to attend the to ask questions, share concerns and get to know the men and women who keep Arlington safe. National Coffee with a Cop Day 2025 will be celebrated at the following locations and times on Wednesday, October 1: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Starbucks (Clarendon) – 2690 Clarendon Boulevard; and 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Good Company Doughnuts and Cafe – 1350 S. Eads Street, Suite 80. Click here for more details.
Performance Parking Pilot Project in Commercial Corridors - through October 5: The project team seeks your feedback on your experiences and preferences using metered parking during the pilot project. Watch a summary video of what we've learned so far, share your input online, or join us at one of several events across the County over the next month.
Comprehensive Plan Update - Feedback Form through November 16: Arlington County is updating its Comprehensive Plan. We want to hear your thoughts, ideas, and concerns! Your feedback will help us develop the new introductory chapter for Arlington's Comprehensive Plan. Learn more and share your thoughts by November 16. Learn more online.
Understanding the Needs of Veterans and Service Members in Arlington
Arlington County’s Military and Veterans Advisory Committee (MVAC) is interested in hearing from members of the military, veterans, and their families who live and/or work in Arlington about types of programs, services, and resources that could be helpful. Click here to participate so that we can explore programs and services that may better serve our Veteran and Active Military Community.
Safe Homes, Safe Relationships - Feedback Form in English or español
Share your feedback with Project PEACE on any experience you may have been using, looking for, or if you are referring people to resources for those impacted by domestic/intimate partner violence and sexual assault in Arlington County. Your feedback is confidential. Results will help enhance and improve services for everyone in the county.
Contact
Sarah Tracey
Director of Public Engagement
Office of Communications & Public Engagement
engagearlington@arlingtonva.us