Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
@maureencoffeyva.bsky.social
Arlington County Board, Vice-Chair
Youngest person & first renter ever elected to Arlington’s County Board
Deep belief that it is patriotic to make your community a better place & protect vulnerable people
Constituent services email: mcoffey@arlingtonva.us
Youngest person & first renter ever elected to Arlington’s County Board
Deep belief that it is patriotic to make your community a better place & protect vulnerable people
Constituent services email: mcoffey@arlingtonva.us
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
I am the unknown (now known!) board member!
Honestly in this job soft skills matter more than anything. Subject matter expertise is less important to me than curiosity & critical thinking &commitment - though it doesn’t hurt if you know something about housing/transpo/human services/etc
Plz apply!
Honestly in this job soft skills matter more than anything. Subject matter expertise is less important to me than curiosity & critical thinking &commitment - though it doesn’t hurt if you know something about housing/transpo/human services/etc
Plz apply!
Arlington is hiring a staff aide for a County Board member (unknown). $69k to $108k as flexible full time (some weekends and evenings, as needed by the CB member). Pass along to anyone you think would enjoy the role!
Board Aide
IMPORTANT NOTICE Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you ma...
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January 30, 2026 at 1:43 PM
I am the unknown (now known!) board member!
Honestly in this job soft skills matter more than anything. Subject matter expertise is less important to me than curiosity & critical thinking &commitment - though it doesn’t hurt if you know something about housing/transpo/human services/etc
Plz apply!
Honestly in this job soft skills matter more than anything. Subject matter expertise is less important to me than curiosity & critical thinking &commitment - though it doesn’t hurt if you know something about housing/transpo/human services/etc
Plz apply!
I feel like I should be declaring victory or something
Happy Friday, Alexandria! Here's a new issue of ALXtra, in which @oconnell.bsky.social and I slip on some ice, hit our heads, and accidentally say nice things about Arlington
Two Households, Both ARLike in Dignity
Happy Friday, Alexan– [slips and falls on a sheet of solid ice] Whew, what a week! We say that a lot, but– [falls again as feet slide on ice uncontrollably while trying to get up] This was even more o...
alxtra.ghost.io
January 30, 2026 at 1:37 PM
I feel like I should be declaring victory or something
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
Follow this thread for Arlington County's 1/29 Snow Removal Update:
🚛📝 We've brought in additional equipment & are addressing issues submitted through the Snow Issue Form (arlingtonva.us/snowform) using plows, backhoes, loaders & skid steers to help maximize removal efforts
🚛📝 We've brought in additional equipment & are addressing issues submitted through the Snow Issue Form (arlingtonva.us/snowform) using plows, backhoes, loaders & skid steers to help maximize removal efforts
January 29, 2026 at 9:21 PM
Follow this thread for Arlington County's 1/29 Snow Removal Update:
🚛📝 We've brought in additional equipment & are addressing issues submitted through the Snow Issue Form (arlingtonva.us/snowform) using plows, backhoes, loaders & skid steers to help maximize removal efforts
🚛📝 We've brought in additional equipment & are addressing issues submitted through the Snow Issue Form (arlingtonva.us/snowform) using plows, backhoes, loaders & skid steers to help maximize removal efforts
2500** truck loads of snow!!!!!
Thank you to our snow removal staff who have been working in alternating 12 hour shifts with every piece of equipment we have for the last five days
Thank you to our snow removal staff who have been working in alternating 12 hour shifts with every piece of equipment we have for the last five days
Phase 4 clean-up continues, having passed the 2500-truck-loads mark of snow removed from busy County corridors. Also: Revered 80s banger "I Melt with You" first appeared on the Modern English album "After the Snow," which received mostly indifferent reviews. #ArlWX arlingtonva.us/winter
January 29, 2026 at 8:01 PM
2500** truck loads of snow!!!!!
Thank you to our snow removal staff who have been working in alternating 12 hour shifts with every piece of equipment we have for the last five days
Thank you to our snow removal staff who have been working in alternating 12 hour shifts with every piece of equipment we have for the last five days
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
Hauling snow and handling hurdles—Arlington County is on it! ❄️
Our Snow Crew and support teams continue to work around the clock, but the unique combination of snow, sleet, and freezing rain – and consistent refreezing – has made progress slow and difficult on some streets.
Our Snow Crew and support teams continue to work around the clock, but the unique combination of snow, sleet, and freezing rain – and consistent refreezing – has made progress slow and difficult on some streets.
January 29, 2026 at 3:33 AM
Hauling snow and handling hurdles—Arlington County is on it! ❄️
Our Snow Crew and support teams continue to work around the clock, but the unique combination of snow, sleet, and freezing rain – and consistent refreezing – has made progress slow and difficult on some streets.
Our Snow Crew and support teams continue to work around the clock, but the unique combination of snow, sleet, and freezing rain – and consistent refreezing – has made progress slow and difficult on some streets.
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
County crews are in Phase 4 of storm response, which includes cleaning up areas that need attention.
The storm that impacted the region last weekend was truly "exceptional," said @capitalweather.bsky.social, and its impacts are going to be felt for weeks. www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...
The storm that impacted the region last weekend was truly "exceptional," said @capitalweather.bsky.social, and its impacts are going to be felt for weeks. www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...
Winter Storm Updates: Crews Respond to 'Exceptional' Snowstorm
Arlington County is responding to a winter storm impacting the region Saturday evening through early next week, with heavy snow mixed with sleet and freezing rain possible.
www.arlingtonva.us
January 28, 2026 at 7:21 PM
County crews are in Phase 4 of storm response, which includes cleaning up areas that need attention.
The storm that impacted the region last weekend was truly "exceptional," said @capitalweather.bsky.social, and its impacts are going to be felt for weeks. www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...
The storm that impacted the region last weekend was truly "exceptional," said @capitalweather.bsky.social, and its impacts are going to be felt for weeks. www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...
Okay everyone we are open for all of your complaints now
Please describe the specific problem areas, submit a photo, etc
Please also be patient - a crew is not going to show up 5 minutes after you submit! But it does get your spot in the queue and we will continue to work through every complaint.
Please describe the specific problem areas, submit a photo, etc
Please also be patient - a crew is not going to show up 5 minutes after you submit! But it does get your spot in the queue and we will continue to work through every complaint.
Crews have now shifted to Phase 4 of storm response, cleaning up areas that need more attention. The Snow Issue Form is now open for reports regarding residential areas, plus primary routes. Be as specific as possible in terms of location. Photos help. arlingtonva.us/winter #ArlWX
January 28, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Okay everyone we are open for all of your complaints now
Please describe the specific problem areas, submit a photo, etc
Please also be patient - a crew is not going to show up 5 minutes after you submit! But it does get your spot in the queue and we will continue to work through every complaint.
Please describe the specific problem areas, submit a photo, etc
Please also be patient - a crew is not going to show up 5 minutes after you submit! But it does get your spot in the queue and we will continue to work through every complaint.
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
VA House Dems just finished a presser where they talked about their immigration priorities. Several good bills getting prioritized, but no mention of those that'd abolish 287g agreements
When asked by a reporter, they said "those will be discussed in committee."
Good time to send your emails.
When asked by a reporter, they said "those will be discussed in committee."
Good time to send your emails.
Personal post: VA SB 783, one of several efforts to limit police collaboration w/ 🧊 supported by the VA Coalition for Immigrant Rights has a hearing tomorrow.
Click-to-email effort from a friend:
actionnetwork.org/letters/sb78...
Click-to-email effort from a friend:
actionnetwork.org/letters/sb78...
Tell Our State Senators to Vote YES on SB 783 to End Our Law Enforcement Acting as ICE Agents
Local and State Law Enforcement Acting as ICE Agents Must End.
STOP YOUR TAX DOLLARS FROM SUPPORTING AND AIDING ICE ABUSES.
URGENT: this bill will be heard in Committee on WED, JAN 28. Send your e...
actionnetwork.org
January 28, 2026 at 3:20 PM
VA House Dems just finished a presser where they talked about their immigration priorities. Several good bills getting prioritized, but no mention of those that'd abolish 287g agreements
When asked by a reporter, they said "those will be discussed in committee."
Good time to send your emails.
When asked by a reporter, they said "those will be discussed in committee."
Good time to send your emails.
With everything going on in the world, an opportunity from @sheshouldrun.bsky.social
Local Leader Lab is for women at any stage of life, open to running for office but want to lead in your community now, find where to make real change, lead alongside other women
www.sheshouldrun.org/local-leader...
Local Leader Lab is for women at any stage of life, open to running for office but want to lead in your community now, find where to make real change, lead alongside other women
www.sheshouldrun.org/local-leader...
Local Leader Lab
www.sheshouldrun.org
January 28, 2026 at 3:06 AM
With everything going on in the world, an opportunity from @sheshouldrun.bsky.social
Local Leader Lab is for women at any stage of life, open to running for office but want to lead in your community now, find where to make real change, lead alongside other women
www.sheshouldrun.org/local-leader...
Local Leader Lab is for women at any stage of life, open to running for office but want to lead in your community now, find where to make real change, lead alongside other women
www.sheshouldrun.org/local-leader...
Arlington is already working on the Courthouse Ice Dome™️
January 28, 2026 at 1:53 AM
Arlington is already working on the Courthouse Ice Dome™️
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
Boosting because I'm told a couple neighbors have submitted requests for snow removal help in ARL and FFX.
Surrounding jurisdictions “don’t really have a program like this,” a coordinator told me. If volunteers in those areas sign up, the Snow Buddy Program says it will help connect them.
Surrounding jurisdictions “don’t really have a program like this,” a coordinator told me. If volunteers in those areas sign up, the Snow Buddy Program says it will help connect them.
'Snow Buddy' volunteers help clear Alexandria neighbors' sidewalks after storm
‘Snow Buddy’ volunteers help clear Alexandria neighbors’ sidewalks after storm | ALXnow
A team of volunteers in Alexandria have bundled up to shovel and treat their neighbors' walkways after this weekend's winter storm. For two decades, Volunteer Alexandria's Snow Buddy Program has provided...
www.alxnow.com
January 27, 2026 at 9:27 PM
Boosting because I'm told a couple neighbors have submitted requests for snow removal help in ARL and FFX.
Surrounding jurisdictions “don’t really have a program like this,” a coordinator told me. If volunteers in those areas sign up, the Snow Buddy Program says it will help connect them.
Surrounding jurisdictions “don’t really have a program like this,” a coordinator told me. If volunteers in those areas sign up, the Snow Buddy Program says it will help connect them.
For my Arlington friends plz share! And if you can, sign up to help our neighbors with their snow!!
Boosting because I'm told a couple neighbors have submitted requests for snow removal help in ARL and FFX.
Surrounding jurisdictions “don’t really have a program like this,” a coordinator told me. If volunteers in those areas sign up, the Snow Buddy Program says it will help connect them.
Surrounding jurisdictions “don’t really have a program like this,” a coordinator told me. If volunteers in those areas sign up, the Snow Buddy Program says it will help connect them.
'Snow Buddy' volunteers help clear Alexandria neighbors' sidewalks after storm
January 28, 2026 at 12:24 AM
For my Arlington friends plz share! And if you can, sign up to help our neighbors with their snow!!
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
Hey Renters and Homeowners! You know what sounds cozy? Grabbing a cup of cocoa, a fuzzy blanket, and relaxing on the couch while you answer 8 quick questions about the FY 2027 Budget. Thank you for sharing your feedback by Jan. 30 at publicinput.com/fy2027
January 27, 2026 at 11:48 PM
Hey Renters and Homeowners! You know what sounds cozy? Grabbing a cup of cocoa, a fuzzy blanket, and relaxing on the couch while you answer 8 quick questions about the FY 2027 Budget. Thank you for sharing your feedback by Jan. 30 at publicinput.com/fy2027
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
Special thanks to the Snow Crew that is now on their 6th 12-hour shift in extremely cold temperatures. We are also grateful for the community's patience and deeply admire the how neighbors are helping neighbors!
Winter Storm updates: www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...
Winter Storm updates: www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...
Winter Storm Updates
Arlington County is responding to a winter storm impacting the region Saturday evening through early next week, with heavy snow mixed with sleet and freezing rain possible.
www.arlingtonva.us
January 27, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Special thanks to the Snow Crew that is now on their 6th 12-hour shift in extremely cold temperatures. We are also grateful for the community's patience and deeply admire the how neighbors are helping neighbors!
Winter Storm updates: www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...
Winter Storm updates: www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...
Passable doesn’t mean perfect!
Crews will continue to work on streets, but are prioritizing achieving one lane that’s passable on residential streets first
Crews will continue to work on streets, but are prioritizing achieving one lane that’s passable on residential streets first
We're keeping you updated, Arlington! This morning, we began Phase 3 of our storm response, beginning to treat/plow residential streets. Residential streets may only be passable with one lane, and you may not see bare pavement.
Winter Storm updates: www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...
Winter Storm updates: www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...
January 27, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Passable doesn’t mean perfect!
Crews will continue to work on streets, but are prioritizing achieving one lane that’s passable on residential streets first
Crews will continue to work on streets, but are prioritizing achieving one lane that’s passable on residential streets first
Walked around my neighborhood this morning. It’s pretty bad… I saw companies with full groups of people working on the ice and even they looked very frustrated 😵💫
Please bear with us. We know you’re still covered in ice. We’re on shift six for storm response. This is going to be slow, I’m so sorry 😣
Please bear with us. We know you’re still covered in ice. We’re on shift six for storm response. This is going to be slow, I’m so sorry 😣
January 27, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Walked around my neighborhood this morning. It’s pretty bad… I saw companies with full groups of people working on the ice and even they looked very frustrated 😵💫
Please bear with us. We know you’re still covered in ice. We’re on shift six for storm response. This is going to be slow, I’m so sorry 😣
Please bear with us. We know you’re still covered in ice. We’re on shift six for storm response. This is going to be slow, I’m so sorry 😣
Been watching all morning!!
Grateful for all the staff and contractors that are work around the clock this weekend, Mr Plow and Bob and Snowphelia would be nothing without the folks behind the wheel
Grateful for all the staff and contractors that are work around the clock this weekend, Mr Plow and Bob and Snowphelia would be nothing without the folks behind the wheel
Watch Glinda the Good Plow and all her colleagues at work in almost real time: arlgis.arlingtonva.us/Apps/Snow/Sn.... #ArlWX
January 25, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Been watching all morning!!
Grateful for all the staff and contractors that are work around the clock this weekend, Mr Plow and Bob and Snowphelia would be nothing without the folks behind the wheel
Grateful for all the staff and contractors that are work around the clock this weekend, Mr Plow and Bob and Snowphelia would be nothing without the folks behind the wheel
If your government can just kill you in your streets for any reason they want, you’re no longer living in a free country
January 24, 2026 at 8:20 PM
If your government can just kill you in your streets for any reason they want, you’re no longer living in a free country
I am normally a "don't watch the video" person but given the inevitable propaganda spin that is coming, see it with your own eyes at least once so you know just how much they're lying to you.
I watched the video and pretty much everyone is representing it pretty much accurately and I don't think you need to watch it if your takeaway is that a bunch of ICE guys were on top of a dude who they were beating and then one of them decided to shoot him at point blank range for no obvious reason
January 24, 2026 at 5:23 PM
I am normally a "don't watch the video" person but given the inevitable propaganda spin that is coming, see it with your own eyes at least once so you know just how much they're lying to you.
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
To repeat: It is highly improbable that I would agree with Bill Kristol.
I agree with him 100%. ICE has become the gestapo. They need to go.
Just saw a Minneapolis protestor yelling at ICE, near shooting site, "We will not forgive you." Correct.
I agree with him 100%. ICE has become the gestapo. They need to go.
Just saw a Minneapolis protestor yelling at ICE, near shooting site, "We will not forgive you." Correct.
To repeat: Abolish ICE.
January 24, 2026 at 4:28 PM
To repeat: It is highly improbable that I would agree with Bill Kristol.
I agree with him 100%. ICE has become the gestapo. They need to go.
Just saw a Minneapolis protestor yelling at ICE, near shooting site, "We will not forgive you." Correct.
I agree with him 100%. ICE has become the gestapo. They need to go.
Just saw a Minneapolis protestor yelling at ICE, near shooting site, "We will not forgive you." Correct.
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
The Star Tribune reports that federal agents "attempted to order local police from the scene" where a man was shot and killed by feds this morning, but Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara refused and "instructed his officers to preserve the scene."
Live: Man shot and killed by federal agents in south Minneapolis this morning, police chief says
A video appears to shows federal agents wrestling a man to the ground then shooting him.
www.startribune.com
January 24, 2026 at 4:40 PM
The Star Tribune reports that federal agents "attempted to order local police from the scene" where a man was shot and killed by feds this morning, but Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara refused and "instructed his officers to preserve the scene."
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
Some Arlington winter storm what-to-dos. #ArlWX youtu.be/SJV3ez7nFvA?...
January 23, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Some Arlington winter storm what-to-dos. #ArlWX youtu.be/SJV3ez7nFvA?...
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
No one knows Arlington County quite like you do. Your perspectives and ideas are incredibly valuable and deeply appreciated!
Please review the challenges and options for balancing the FY 2027 Budget and share your feedback at publicinput.com/fy2027 by Jan. 30.
Please review the challenges and options for balancing the FY 2027 Budget and share your feedback at publicinput.com/fy2027 by Jan. 30.
January 23, 2026 at 5:41 PM
No one knows Arlington County quite like you do. Your perspectives and ideas are incredibly valuable and deeply appreciated!
Please review the challenges and options for balancing the FY 2027 Budget and share your feedback at publicinput.com/fy2027 by Jan. 30.
Please review the challenges and options for balancing the FY 2027 Budget and share your feedback at publicinput.com/fy2027 by Jan. 30.
Reposted by Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)
We're closely monitoring this weekend’s snowstorm & have plans in place to support unhoused residents. Individuals seeking shelter can go to Homeless Services at 2020A 14th St. N., Arlington, VA 22201, or call 703‑228‑1010. Shelter day programs will remain open during the storm.
January 23, 2026 at 11:24 PM
We're closely monitoring this weekend’s snowstorm & have plans in place to support unhoused residents. Individuals seeking shelter can go to Homeless Services at 2020A 14th St. N., Arlington, VA 22201, or call 703‑228‑1010. Shelter day programs will remain open during the storm.