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In response to shifting community needs & recent delays in nutritional benefits access, Arlington County is taking proactive steps to connect community members with food resources & strengthening coordination with local partners addressing food insecurity. www.arlingtonva.us/Government/D...
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November 15, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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LAST CALL! 📢⚠️ We're updating our Comprehensive Plan, a long-range plan for livability and what the community wants to look like in the future -- and we want you to weigh in. Share your thoughts by Sunday, Nov. 16! https://publicinput.com/y55564
Fall 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update Engagement - PublicInput
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November 14, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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BEEP BEEP! 🚌🚏 We want to hear from YOU, Arlington! Our friendly staff members have been speaking with riders about their experiences on ART, and now you can share your comments in our online survey! http://gowba.info/ARTSurvey2025
An Arlington Transit bus in an urban setting with speech bubbles above it saying "WE WANT YOUR FEEDBACK!" accompanied by three emoticons—a red frowning face, a yellow neutral face, and a green smiling face. Un cartel de Arlington Transit con globos de diálogo que dicen "QUEREMOS" y "¡TU OPINIÓN!" sobre un fondo borroso de un autobús urbano. Debajo hay tres caras emoji, una roja frunciendo el ceño, una amarilla neutral y una verde sonriente.
November 14, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Arlington County is updating its Comprehensive Plan, a tool that highlights values and priorities and guides decision making as the community grows. Share your thoughts, ideas, and concerns to help develop the plan's new introductory chapter. ArlingtonVA.us/CompPlanUpdate
November 13, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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Provide feedback by Sunday, November 30 to help us ensure signs in outdoor public spaces (e.g. sidewalks, medians, rights-of-way, parks, schools) reflect community needs and values. https://publicinput.com/e15276
Promotional graphic for Arlington County featuring a QR code to provide feedback on updating community signs and regulations. The graphic includes a bold geometric design with blue and yellow shapes.
November 12, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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We're seeking community input on a Special General Land Use Plan Study for 2847 Wilson Blvd. (the Thurgood Marshall Building). Thank you for reviewing the draft study document and sharing your comments by Sun., Nov. 23. https://publicinput.com/x02476
Invitation for an online engagement opportunity with Arlington Community Planning, Housing and Development on a special general land use study for 2847 Wilson Blvd. It includes a map highlighting the area in red and invites public comments by Sunday, November 23.
November 12, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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The final design is ready for your review! Share your feedback on the Planned Public Space at RiverHouse by November 21
https://publicinput.com/x28833
Designs of the site located between 1111 Army Navy Drive and 1400 South Joyce Street within LandBay N of the larger RiverHouse development.
November 11, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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Today, we pause to honor and thank the brave men and women who have served — and continue to serve — our country. Thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and dedication.

Arlington County Government offices & services are operating on modified schedules. www.arlingtonva.us/Government/T...
November 11, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Update – Nov. 10, 2025.

Arlington County continues to monitor the impacts of the federal government shutdown and will provide updates as they become available. For food assistance now: call 703-228-1300 or visit arlingtonva.us/food-assistance
November 10, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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Doctor's Run Park is due for a number of improvements. Have you seen the proposed draft design? Share your feedback by November 14 to help inform the upcoming renovations! https://publicinput.com/r85424
Autumn view of a playground with scattered leaves, featuring slides and climbing structures. A welcome sign at the foreground, and people seated at the park benches.
November 10, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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You are invited to an open house on Nov. 13 to learn about the County's Low Residential Study and its connection to climate resilience in Arlington. https://www.arlingtonva.us/LRS-Open-House-Nov13
Invitation to a Low Residential Study Open House in Arlington, Virginia. The event is scheduled for Thursday, November 13, from 6-8 p.m. at the Department of Parks and Recreation Center Trades Center Conference Rooms, 2700 S. Taylor St. The flyer includes a QR code for more information and an illustration of a house with 'Pervious' and "Impervious Surfaces" labeled on it.
November 10, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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🇺🇸 In observance of Veterans Day, Arlington County Government offices & services will be operating on modified schedules on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 🇺🇸
Details:
https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Topics/Holiday-Schedule
November 9, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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You can help save lives! Sign up for the Nov. 12 Until Help Arrives free training course to learn the skills needed in crucial moments during an emergency. https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Departments/PSCEM/Emergency-Preparedness/UHA
Until Help Arrives Course
Until Help Arrives teaches citizens to provide life-sustaining care in emergencies like shootings, car crashes and workplace accidents while waiting for first responders.
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November 9, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Leaf Collection begins on Monday! 🍁♻️🍂 Leaves piled on Arlington curb space will be vacuumed up and recycled into mulch. Learn more & find your neighborhood on the collection schedule at Recycling.ArlingtonVA.us 📋
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What to Know About Leaf Collection
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November 8, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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It's the season of giving! Get in the spirit by donating new, unwrapped toys to ACPD's Fill the Cruiser Toy Drive! Your kindness will benefit children in need across Arlington 🧸❤️ https://www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arlington/Newsroom/Articles/2025/Police-Host-the-11th-Annual-Fill-the-Cruiser-Toy-Drive
Promotional poster by the Arlington Police Department for the "Fill the Holiday Cruiser Toy Drive". The event aims to collect new, unwrapped toys for children in need. The poster includes dates, times, and locations for the events and stationary drop locations. Includes an illustration of a police cruiser filled with gifts and holiday decorations.
November 8, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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ONE WEEK LEFT! Submit your proposals to support outreach in the Green Valley Neighborhood to help residents and the community thrive. https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Departments/CMO/Green-Valley-Neighborhood-Partnership-Initiative-Notice-of-Funding-Availability
Graphic featuring a megaphone and text announcing a 'Grant Opportunity' for the 'Green Valley Neighborhood Partnership Initiative.'
November 7, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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Teen Takeovers are back, #arlingteens! Head to Barcroft on Saturday to run through the obstacle course, try out gymnastics activities, and enjoy free food and refreshments.
https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Departments/Parks-Recreation/Programs/Teens/Teen-Night-Events/Barcroft-Teen-Takeover
Teen Takeover at Barcroft
Balance and Burn: Join us for a special event focusing on movement, health and community through fitness.
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November 7, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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Arlingtonians can gather their old electronics, bikes, household hazardous materials, and other items for drop-off at the free E-CARE event happening this Saturday, Nov. 8! This year, we'll also collect gently used Halloween costumes. 🪫 🖨️ 🔌 🚲 🦹
Fall 2025 E-CARE Coming November 8
Arlington residents can gather their old electronics, household hazardous materials (HHMs) and other hard-to-dispose-of items for drop-off at the County’s free fall Environmental Collection and…
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November 7, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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Daylight Saving Time has ended and more of us are commuting in the dark. Did you know that pedestrian crashes are 20% more likely in the darker months? Check out these #VisionZero tips on how to travel safely this fall & winter! 🚗🚶🔦 www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...
Following Traffic Safety in Darker Conditions
Daylight Saving Time ended early on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, leading to an hour of darker conditions during the evening commute time.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Join us tomorrow, Nov. 6, at 12 p.m. in the Arlington County Board Room or via livestream as we honor all who served with our Veterans Day Celebration!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lA8MBymap1E
Promotional graphic for the Veterans Day Celebration in Arlington, Virginia, featuring an American flag background with event details for a Proclamation Ceremony on November 6, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. in the Arlington County Board Room.
November 5, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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You're invited to help us make the future of Arlington transportation a reality! Attend an event near you to learn more, meet the team, and share your feedback. The next event is Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the Bozman Government Center--see you there! 🚗🚌🚲👣 www.arlingtonva.us/Government/P...
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November 4, 2025 at 12:33 AM
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Election Day is tomorrow, Nov. 4, 2025. All Arlington polling places will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. You must vote at your assigned polling place on Election Day. Here are 7 things you should know for Election Day 🗳️
https://vote.arlingtonva.gov/What-to-Know-for-the-Upcoming-Election
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November 3, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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Save those costumes! 🥷🧙🦸 In addition to accepting household hazardous materials and old electronics, the November 8 E-Care event will also accept gently used costumes for future costume swaps! See you and your spooky swag on Saturday!
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November 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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November is packed with moments worth gathering for! 🍂🗓️ Don’t miss out — visit arlingtonva.us/events to find details for these events and SO MANY more!
Promotional poster for upcoming events in November in Arlington County. Includes dates for each event, an icon, and a website link for more details, arlingtonva.us/events. Background is orange with flowers in fall colors.
November 1, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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Arlington County is taking proactive steps to support residents who may be negatively impacted by a potential disruption in November of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.

Learn more www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...
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October 31, 2025 at 1:02 PM