The Arlington County Board voted to allow expansion of the Crystal City BID boundaries to include the interconnected portions of Pentagon City and Potomac Yard. This area is in the midst of a transformation, and the BID feels the updated boundaries will put them in a better position to build…
Category: Livability22202 Letter on Monumental Arena Project
Say Hello to Ben
Arlington has developed a demonstration project to provide structure to the operation and use of Shared Mobility Devices (SMDs) — like e-scooters — within the County and to evaluate their impacts. They’ve put together this video all about how to be a courteous and conscientious scooter rider – like Ben.
Ride the ART Bus for FREE
In celebration of Try Transit Week, Sept. 16 – 20, Arlington Transit is planning some fun activities to encourage people to ride the ART bus as well as thank current riders for using the service. Throughout the week, the ART Prize Patrol will be riding various ART routes handing out…
Transportation UPDATE: How to Navigate Temporary Protected Walkways at Airport
Beginning on or about Thursday, September 12, pedestrians will use a protected corridor between Terminal B and the Metro station. Around the same time, the pedestrian walkway between Terminal C and the Metro station will close for construction nightly from 11:30 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. Passengers will follow detour signage…
Transportation UPDATE: Blue/Yellow Line Stations Reopening on Schedule
Metro today announced that the six Blue and Yellow line stations south of Reagan National Airport—Braddock Rd, King St-Old Town, Eisenhower Ave, Huntington, Van Dorn St and Franconia-Springfield—will reopen as scheduled Monday, September 9, with completely rebuilt platforms and several customer improvements. On Monday, regular rail service will resume on…
September Newsletter is Out!
A few things you’ll find highlighted in this month’s CCCA Newsletter: 1. CCCA Meeting September 12: Don’t forget to come have a conversation with Arlington County Board Chair Christian Dorsey and Vice Chair (and Crystal City liaison) Libby Garvey. We’ve asked them to give their vision for Crystal City’s future…
Transportation Update
Construction of Protective Barrier Wall at North End of Airport Terminal C Starting Soon On or about Monday, August 19, construction of a protective barrier wall will begin at the north end of Terminal C. Passenger flow will be maintained through the area. Starbucks will operate with modified hours, 8:00…
23rd Citizen’s Police Academy
The Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) is now accepting application to the 23rd Citizen’s Police Academy. The CPA is a 12 week educational program designed to create better understanding and communication between police and the citizens they serve. The intent of the CPA is to make residents aware of how…
Arlington County Fair UPDATE.
What? No pigs? Due to scheduling challenges, the racing pigs won’t be joining us at the Arlington County Fair this week, but we’ve added fun activities with goats and butterflies instead. We’ll also host the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Artmobile, outdoor movie night, a beer garden and a robotics…
What can you make, bake, or create in the next six days?
The Arlington County Fair is the premier community-wide event that effectively provides a range of educational and entertaining activities for people of all ages. The Arlington County Fair Competitive Exhibits is an integral part of the Fair which provides an opportunity for community members to share their talents. Register your…