A great morning at Met Park this past weekend! Chair Matt de Ferranti joined Arlington neighbors at Amazon HQ2 Community Day, celebrating community and connection right here in Arlington. Thanks to the Amazon team for hosting another wonderful event.

📅 Save the date! 📅 The Arlington County Board invites you to a Town Hall on Mon., Oct. 26, from 6:30–8:30 PM at 2100 Clarendon Blvd. Engage directly with Board members, ask questions, and speak about what matters to you! Speaker registration opens one week before the event.

Have something you want to talk about with the County Board? Open Door Monday is Sept. 28 from 6–8 p.m. at Lubber Run Community Center. Stop by for a one-on-one conversation with a Board member. Register or walk in: arlingtonva.us/odm

The ARTS Place Pop-up brings art and community together on Langston Boulevard. Stop by to explore work from more than 40 artists and enjoy free art activities through October 25th.

Susan Cunningham (Arlington, VA)@susanforarlington.bsky.social · 6d ago

Stop by the free ARTS Place Pop-up on Langston Boulevard Friday-Sunday 12-6 through October 25! New art activities each day. 40+ artists. Free Admission Congrats to @ArlingtonArtistsAlliance, @LangstonBoulevardAlliance and @RooneyProperties for making this community arts "third space" a reality!

The County Board was pleased to recognize September as National Preparedness Month. Thank you to Ready Arlington and the many partners working year-round to help our community prepare for emergencies.

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Yesterday, the @arlcountyboard.bsky.social celebrated National Preparedness Month with a proclamation, recognizing the importance of taking proactive measures to be ready for any emergency. Celebrate National Preparedness Month & get prepared at ReadyArlington.com. #BePrepared

County Board Member Susan Cunningham joined Intelligent Office Rosslyn for its grand opening and ribbon cutting. Congratulations to the team on this milestone and on a new space supporting entrepreneurs, small businesses and professionals in Rosslyn.

Can’t make it in person? Join Sept. 21st Open Door Mondays virtually from 6-8pm for a one-on-one conversation with a County Board member. Ask questions about County services, share your thoughts on local issues and connect from wherever you are. Register: arlingtonva.us/odm

And we're back from August recess! The County Board returns today for its Regular Meeting. Public comment begins at 9:30am, followed by Consent Agenda and Regular Meeting. We hope you’ll join us. Watch live: https://bit.ly/4rkRc7C Review the agenda: https://bit.ly/4b96yqZ

🗳️ Happy first day of Early Voting! As you head to the polls, don't forget the County Board extended the pilot use of Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) to this and next year's County Board General Elections! Tune in to hear all Board members speak about RCV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7uLXeLRgZI

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Today, the Arlington County Board celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with ALIANZA. The program featured remarks from County leadership, a keynote from APS Superintendent Dr. Francisco Durán and a dance performance honoring Hispanic and Latino heritage.

Hispanic Heritage Month is observed September 15th through October 15th. The Arlington County Board Office joins communities across the country in recognizing the history, cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino residents and their lasting impact on our community.

The Arlington County Board recognized September 14th thru 18th as Disability Voting Rights Week, highlighting the importance of accessible civic participation and REV UP Virginia’s work to strengthen the voices of voters with disabilities. Make a plan to vote and spread the word.

Open Door Mondays are back! Join us tomorrow, Sept. 14th from 6-8pm at Langston-Brown Community Center as ODM returns after the summer break. Stop by to talk one-on-one with a County Board member about the issues that matter to you. Register here: arlingtonva.us/odm

Today, we gathered with our first responders past & present, community, & state and local dignitaries to commemorate the anniversary of September 11. It was an honor to remember alongside those who ran towards the Pentagon 25 years ago today. Your courage & selflessness will never be forgotten.

The events of September 11, 2001 remain deeply personal to Arlington. Governor Abigail Spanberger and Board Chair Matt de Ferranti joined the community in honoring those we lost, their families, survivors and first responders. Watch the ceremony here: https://bit.ly/3ToIQAU

Today marks 25 years since September 11, 2001. We remember the lives lost at the Pentagon, in New York, and in Pennsylvania, and honor the first responders, public servants, and community members whose courage and service carried our nation through an unimaginable day.

At the July recessed meeting the Arlington County Attorney's Office briefed the Board on legal research into government structures under Virginia law. Report and presentation video here: https://www.youtube.com/live/1o-xrHKzhPg?t=1519s

Over the weekend, the Arlington County Board joined residents, County staff and community partners at the 5th Annual Hispanic Heritage Community Festival at Tyrol Hill Park. Thank you to ASHPA and everyone who made the afternoon such a success.

Arlington’s Department of Human Services is hosting a Sept. 9 screening of Beyond Silence for National Recovery Month and Suicide Prevention Month. The event explores stigma, recovery and seeking support. Vice-Chair Maureen Coffey will offer remarks Register here: www.arlingtonva.us/Government/D...

This Labor Day, the Arlington County Board Office honors the workers who help make Arlington a strong, vibrant, and welcoming community. We recognize the contributions of workers across every sector and thank them for all they do.

Join the Arlington County Board today at the 5th Annual Hispanic Heritage Community Festival at Tyrol Hill Park from 1-4 p.m. Stop by the County Board table, say hello, and enjoy an afternoon of music, food and community.

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Join the Arlington Schools Hispanic Parents Association, @arlingtonvapd.bsky.social, @arlingtonvafd.bsky.social, and the County Sheriff's Office at the 5th annual Hispanic Heritage Community Festival at Tyrol Hill Park. Celebrate at this family event with music, popcorn, snow cones, and more!

Twenty-five years later, the impact of September 11 remains part of Arlington’s story. At “Remembrance to Renewal,” our community reflected not only on what was lost, but on the responsibility to carry forward the service, connection, and resilience that followed.

HAPPENING NOW: "Remembrance to Renewal: Community Reflection on 25th Anniversary of 9/11" https://www.youtube.com/live/qcClRnAMPKM?si=tBvj7vcA4INe1gPf Join us for an evening of remembrance as we reflect on the enduring strength of a community that came together in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

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Welcome back Arlington students! What a treat to join this great start to a year of learning, connecting, and thriving. From our youngest learners to our rising professionals, we are proud of you today and everyday.

Vice-Chair Maureen Coffey joined WAMU’s The Politics Hour on Friday to discuss recent federal immigration enforcement activity in Arlington and across Northern Virginia, as well as the County’s response and concerns from the community. Listen here: https://bit.ly/4gAyMw9

A milestone moment for Arlington Community High School as it opened the doors to its new permanent home at Amazon's HQ2. Chair Matt de Ferranti joined students, staff, APS and community partners to celebrate this exciting new chapter.

Arlington County Board Chair Matt de Ferranti joined fellow Northern Virginia leaders yesterday for the 11th Annual Regional Elected Leaders Summit. Board Member JD Spain also attended as leaders shared perspectives on the region’s economy, challenges and opportunities for collaboration.

Faith communities play a vital role in connecting residents to support. Faith leaders and congregants are invited to our Interfaith Resource Fair. Meet County staff, learn about resources, & strengthen support for those in need. Please RSVP by Aug. 28: https://publicinput.com/h80303

It’s County Fair weekend! Arlington County Board members and staff will be at the Fair throughout the weekend. Stop by our booth, say hello, ask a question, and learn more about ways to get involved in Arlington. We’d love to see you and hear what’s on your mind!

A great start to the Arlington County Fair, with Board Member JD Spain delivering opening remarks. County Board members and County Board Office staff will be out at the Fair this weekend connecting with the community. We hope to see you there.