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Engage Arlington

Civic engagement is at the heart of Arlington. Find a way to make a difference in your community — share feedback today, or find ways to get more deeply involved.

Current Engagement Opportunities

New! National Night Out

Tuesday, August 3: National Night Out (NNO) is a community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer and improve quality of life. Arlington County neighborhoods are encouraged to join communities nationwide in celebrating NNO each summer. This year’s event will take place on Tuesday, August 3 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Learn more and find an event in your neighborhood. 

New! Community Feedback on S. Four Mile Run Drive Complete Streets Project

Through Sunday, August 8: The project team recently held a meeting to share the project background and goals and the concept plan. Watch the meeting. The project team wants to hear your feedback on the concept design and what improvements matter most to you. Share you thoughts. 

CC2DCA Multimodal Connector Feedback

Through Sunday, August 15: This project explores the possibility of providing a context-sensitive multimodal connection between Crystal City and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), designed to meet the needs of people walking, biking, and using micromobility devices. Share your thoughts on what aspects of this connection are most important to you online through August 15. Materials are available in English, Spanish and Chinese.

New! Provide Input on Arlington’s New Logo

Through Friday, September 3: Arlington County would like your input on the proposed logos for the Arlington community. Pick your top three favorites online through September 3.

New! Community Conversations with the Chief

July through September: Chief Andy Penn invites community members, organizations, and businesses to join him at Community Conversations with the Chief throughout Arlington this summer. This is an informal opportunity for the police department to hear directly from you, our community, on areas we are doing well, areas for continued growth, and the vision of the agency moving forward. Conversations will take place at various hours and locations throughout the County; visit the website to learn more.

PEACE Annual Experience Survey

Everyone deserves to be safe at home and in their relationships.  When someone in our community is not safe and is being hurt by their partner, there are resources to help. Arlington County’s Project PEACE (Partnering to End Abuse in the Community for Everyone) is taking feedback about your experience finding resources for those impacted by domestic violence and sexual assault in Arlington County. The surveys are found on the PEACE page.

Highlights from Previous Opportunities

Community Oversight Board and Independent Policing Auditor: To improve transparency and accountability in the police department, the County Board has established a Community Oversight Board (COB) with independent investigative and subpoena power, and an Independent Policing Auditor.

Route 29 Renaming: US Route 29 will be renamed, “Langston Boulevard,” in Arlington. On June 12, 2021, the County Board held a public hearing to consider the name change. Action is scheduled for the July 17, 2021 County Board Hearing. The changes are being considered following an extensive public engagement effort led by the Lee Highway Alliance (LHA). No action by residents or businesses is necessary at this time! Roadway operations will remain unchanged until a tentative period of Q1 2022. Learn more: Renaming Route 29 in Arlington – Topics (arlingtonva.us)

Capital Improvement Plan FY 2022-2024: Input for the three-year FY 2022-2024 Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) was collected in the Spring of 2021. The feedback and draft proposal are available to view on the CIP page.

 

 

 

 

 

Get More Involved

Join Your Civic Association
The core of neighborhood activity, events & issues – there’s one in every corner of Arlington.

Serve on an Advisory Group
Take stewardship to the next level. 50+ boards & commissions advise the County Board on policy matters. Submit an Application

Attend Neighborhood College
It’s back-to-school time for those interested in getting involved with neighborhood issues.

Volunteer Locally
Online Volunteer Connection can help find the right fit for you — with a search tool, volunteer calendar, and notification feature.

Get Involved with a Community Organization
Serve your community through the interests that you are most passionate about.

Serve During Emergencies
Join a dedicated group of volunteers who help with the County’s emergency preparedness — and who assist should a disaster strike.

Watch County Board Meetings
One of the easiest ways to learn more about how your community and government works. Or sign up to speak at a County Board Meeting.

Help on Election Days
600+ Arlington citizens serve as election officers at polls. And register to vote!

 
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Background

arlington_place_logoThe PLACE initiative — Participation, Leadership, and Civic Engagement — launched in 2012 and was focused on updating the “Arlington Way” by expanding the ways in which our residents engage with each other and our government to enrich Arlington.