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.
Highlighted Engagement Opportunities
Car-Sharing Feedback
Share your feedback on the placement of reserved-space car-share parking stations. Suggest a location with the interactive map OR take a short survey to give your input on the potential on-street location network.
VRE Crystal City Station Improvements
Visit the community meeting on June 7 from 12-1:30p.m. and from 6-7p.m. at 2100 Crystal City Drive for the VRE Improvement Project which will identify possible locations for a station in Crystal City.
Neighborhood Complete Streets
Calls for projects began on May 1. Find out more about project criteria and selection. Contact Eric Balliet with questions.
Public Art Master Plan
The Public Art Master Plan is getting an update. Check out the project site for more info and help us update the plan by filling out this questionnaire by June 19.
Property Use Scenarios
Attend an open house on May 30 open house from 10-2p.m and share feedback on potential scenarios, or share your feedback online. More about the Joint Facilities Advisory Commission.
Lubber Run Community Center
Share your thoughts online if you missed the May 17 meeting or attend the Public Facilities Review Committee preview of the center on May 31 at 7p.m. at the Lubber Run Community Center.
Other Resources
- Service Request / Report a Problem
- A-Z Directory of Services
- Resident Ombudsman | Business Ombudsman
- Projects & Planning Site – details on projects around Arlington, by neighborhood and topic
- Open Data Portal – view County data; share input on info you’d like to see
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.
Stay Up-to-Date on Schools
Visit the Arlington Public Schools engage page to learn about current news and initiatives.
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!
Background
The 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.