Aug. 31 International Overdose Awareness Day Candlelight Vigil, Sept. 28 Opioid Impacts Forum, and FY25 CPA Preliminary Application Available Aug. 31 International Overdose Awareness Day Candlelight Vigil Opioid Impacts Forum with Middlesex DA…

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March 15 Final Mass Ave/Appleton Corridor Concept Designs To Be Presented Public invited to learn about two final concepts, provide input. On Wednesday, March 15, 2023, the Town is hosting a third public open house for the Mass Ave/Appleton…

Apply to be an Election Worker The Town Clerk is looking for more election workers for the Town Election on April 1st. If you would like to apply to be an election worker, complete the online form and the Town Clerk will be in touch with…

Apply for the Standing Committee by March 31st. It's new and it's big, and it has space for all the youth and young adults in town who want to participate in the various aspects of civic engagement and community building in Arlington. The YAC…

Join the Council on Aging as we welcome the Arlington Police Department to tell us about some of the latest scams that have affected Arlington residents. The APD will give an overview of the recent post office thefts that have been occurring in…

March 1 Town Survey Closes, March 5 Meet Arlington Artist, Public Works Facilities Update, and more March 1 Deadline: Take the Envision Arlington Town Survey Residents can provide feedback on voting options, parks and open space, services to…

In this DPCD update, the Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) Director, Claire Ricker invites residents to the MBTA Communities Visioning Session on March 9th and virtual forum on the proposed Specialized Stretch Energy Code on…

Arlington HS Construction Schedule: April 2020 – September 2025 Construction Look Ahead – Week of February 27th, 2023 The above diagram covers all work to be performed during the current phase. Specific work to be performed this week…

March 23 Candidates Night Envision Arlington and the League of Women Voters of Arlington will host Candidates Night on March 23, 2023 in the Town Hall Auditorium. Candidates for Town Meeting and current Town Meeting Members are invited to meet with…

March 19 Being Heumann: A Conversation with Activist Judith Heumann Arlington welcomes celebrated activist Judy Heumann for Arlington Reads Together. Judy Heumann, lifelong advocate for the rights of disabled people and author of the memoir Being…

The Town of Arlington Clean Energy Future Committee is hosting a public forum on the opt-in Specialized Stretch Energy Code, which is the subject of a warrant article at this spring’s Annual Town Meeting. The event will be held on Wednesday,…

March 1 Virtual Public Forum on Specialized Stretch Energy Code The Town's Clean Energy Future Committee will host a public forum on a Warrant Article (number TBD) on Wednesday, March 1 at 7:00 p.m. The Article asks Town Meeting to consider opting…

Feb 16 Town Hall Update: Equity Audit, March 9 MBTA Communities Kick Off, Artist Talk and More Feb. 16 Town Hall Update In this Town Hall Update, Arlington Town Manager Sandy Pooler encourages residents to view the release of the Community…

February DEI Update In this DEI Update, Jillian Harvey, Arlington’s Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Director (DEI) introduces the Community Outreach and Engagement Coordinator (Teresa Marzilli) and the ADA Coordinator (Tim Ross).…

Families can now register their children for Arlington Public Schools’ Kindergarten for the coming school year. Children need to be 5 years old by August 31, 2023, to be eligible to enter Kindergarten. Register for kindergarten. You will need…

Street Parking Meters in Arlington Center Are Being Replaced No payment required until meters are replaced, does NOT include municipal lots Enforcement of time limits in all zones continue Please read full notice. Feb 2 Town Hall Update In this…

The Department of Planning and Community Development Director (DPCD), Claire Ricker provides an overview of the Complete Streets Prioritization Plan. This effort stems from Connect Arlington, the Town’s Sustainable Transportation Plan, which…

Check your Mailbox: Vote by Mail Postcard Application, Town Census, and Annual Town Survey Vote by Mail Postcard Application The Town Clerk has mailed all registered voters a postcard application to vote by mail for the Town Election on April…

Holiday Tree Drop off Jan 21, CEG Forum with the MAPC Jan 26 Holiday Tree Drop Off Saturday, Jan 21 Holiday trees can be dropped off to be chipped and composted on Saturday, January 21st, 9:00 a.m. - noon, at the Reuse & Recycling Center,…

Jan. 12 Town Hall Update In this Town Hall Update, Town Manager Sandy Pooler discusses planning for the Town’s FY24 budget. He also discusses a policy he put into place recently prohibiting the use of certain rodenticides, the Lyons Hearing…

Jan. 12 MassDOT Safe Routes to School for Stratton, Jan. 13 CDBG Application Deadline, and New DPCD Jan. 12 Safe Routes to School for Stratton Area Virtual design public hearing hosted by MassDOT. The purpose of this hearing is to provide the…

Arlington Awarded $1 million in Federal Community Project grant for Bikeway Design For the design of the Mystic River Path and the Minuteman Bikeway connection. As part of the federal FY2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act, Arlington received a…

Jan. 12 Safe Routes to School for Stratton Area Virtual design public hearing hosted by MassDOT The purpose of this hearing is to provide the public with the opportunity to become fully acquainted with the proposed Stratton School Improvements…

Take the Arlington Website and Communications Survey The Town does periodic surveys to measure satisfaction of our public communications. In this survey, we’d like to get your feedback on our website, arlingtonma.gov, Town Notices (email),…

Don't Forget to Register Your Dog The law requires all dogs six months old or over to be licensed in Arlington annually as of January 1st. If your dog is not yet licensed, please be advised that you could be cited for a failure to license your dog.…

DPCD Update In this DPCD Update, the Department of Planning and Community Development Director (DPCD), Claire Ricker provides a comprehensive overview of MBTA Communities legislation and what it means to Arlington and the region. This overview…

In this DEI update, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Director Jillian Harvey discusses the continuation of the Town’s racial equity workshops and community equity audit. She also invites residents to 35th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.…

In this Town Hall Update, Arlington Town Manager, Sandy Pooler talks about Arlington Community Electricity (ACE), Town receiving competitive interest rates on borrowing and maintaining its AAA rating, and a new property assessment data look up tool.…

APD Warns of Scams During the Holidays In addition to package theft, Arlington Police Department (APD) has received reports of scams. Currently, the Free Roof Inspections Scam and Google Voice Scams are popular. You can read about these, and other…

Curbside yard waste collection has ended for the season. Please help the Town prepare for winter snow and ice operations by removing any uncollected barrels or bags from the curb. Curbside collection will resume the week of April 10, 2023. There is…

Saturdays: December 10, 17, and 24. On Saturdays, during the holiday shopping season, the Town is allowing free parking at the two metered municipal parking lots in Arlington Center (Russell Commons lot on Mystic St. and the Rail Road lot on Lamson…

Community Equity Audit Input Opportunity Consulting is conducting a community equity audit for the Town of Arlington, to explore the Town's impact on resident life and discover how we can develop more just and inclusive policies and practices.…

Dec. 1 Town Hall Update: FY2023 Tax Rate, 600+ Trees Planted, New Bicycle Racks, Playground Updates Dec. 1 Town Hall Update In this Town Hall Update, Arlington Town Manager Sandy Pooler announced the state certified the FY23 tax rate, reported…

Nov. 30 Zero Waste Arlington New Waste Bans Webinar What you need to know with live Q&A. This webinar is next in Zero Waste Arlington’s (ZWA) community conversations “Earth to Arlington...Let’s talk trash." Attend the event…

Town Kicks Off Planning Process to Allow Multifamily Housing in Arlington Learn about MBTA Communities legislation, provide your feedback on how the Town should plan for compliance. The state has mandated that Arlington, along with 174 other…

Nov. 20 Transgender Day of Remembrance The LGBTQIA+Rainbow Commission is hosting a Candlelight Vigil on Sunday November 20th, from 6-7pm for Transgender Day of Remembrance to honor and memorialize those who have been murdered as a result of…

Nov. 17 Arlington & MBTA Communities Zoning: Virtual Public Meeting What is Section 3A, what does it mean for Arlington, and how are we responding? Over the next year, the Town will be leading a planning process with extensive community…

Nov. 10 Town Hall Update In this Town Hall Update, Arlington Town Manager, Sandy Pooler talks about MBTA Communities Zoning and invites the public to a virtual forum on Nov. 17th to discuss what this may mean to Arlington. He also discusses the…

Arlington Receives $307K MassWorks Grant Award for Mass Ave/Appleton Corridor Project Feedback on draft concept design for corridor improvements welcome through November 4. Arlington has received $307,000 through the MassWorks Infrastructure…

Nov. 14 Robbins Farm Playground Design Public Meeting The Park and Recreation Commission will hold a public input meeting with the project landscape architectural firm of Agency Landscape and Planning to solicit input for the design of playground…

Fall Street Sweeping Begins Oct 31, Murals Survey; Apply to join Advisory Committee Town-wide Fall Street Sweeping Begins October 31 Arlington Public Works begins its annual town-wide fall street sweeping program on Monday, October 31st with…

Town Hall Update In this Town Hall update, Arlington Town Manager, Sandy Pooler discusses the passing of long-time staff and Select Board Administrator Marie Krepelka. He also encourages residents to get their COVID-19 booster, talks long-range…

DPCD Update Oct. 2022 In this update, Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) Director, Claire Ricker, provides an overview of Tuesday night’s public meeting for the Mass Ave / Appleton St Safety & Accessibility Project,…

DEI Update Oct. 21 In this DEI Update, Jillian Harvey, Arlington’s Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion talks about upcoming staff DEI workshops, Language Access Project with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), and…

Oct. 22 AFD Headquarters Open House On October 22nd, the Arlington Fire Department invites the public to come down to the Fire Headquarters, located at 411 Mass Ave between noon - 2:00 p.m. for the return of our Student Awareness of Fire Education…

AHS Building Project Schedule Changes Arlington Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Elizabeth Homen provides a project update and overview of schedule changes of the Arlington High School Building project. Read the Superintendent's letter. COVID…

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Oct. 13 Town Hall Update: Stratton Elementary Walking Bus Program, Green Communities Grant Award, Budget Season, and more Town Hall Update In this Town Hall Update, Arlington Town Manager, Sandy Pooler discusses the Stratton Elementary Walking…

The Robbins Library is open Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Fox Library is open Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Both libraries are closed on Monday, October 10th.

Arlington Receives $100,000 Competitive Green Communities Grant Eleventh grant since 2010 with cumulative total of nearly $2 million. Arlington will receive a $100,000 grant to continue energy use reduction initiatives in Town buildings through…

Nov. 1 Textiles and Mattresses No Longer Collected Curbside, Free Textile Collection Coming, Oct. 15: Secure Document Shredding, Bike Donations, and HHW Collection, & New Sustainability Newsletter Nov. 1 Textiles and Mattresses No Longer…

AFD Town-wide Hydrant Inspections Begin Oct. 3 AFD operation runs to Oct. 21, may cause pressure drop, rusty water, check water before doing laundry. AFD hydrant flushing operations occur Monday – Friday between the hours of 9:00 a.m.…

Sept. 29 Town Hall Update In this Town Hall Update, Arlington Town Manager, Sandy Pooler, discusses the new energy supplier for Arlington Community Electricity (ACE), the Arlington Housing Stability Program, which provides rental and mortgage…

Today Welcome Reception for New DPCD Director Claire Ricker Please join us today, Sept. 29th, for a welcome reception for Claire Ricker, the Town’s new Director of Planning and Community Development (DPCD). The reception will be held in the…

-Elderly and Disabled Property Tax Relief Fund -Senior Homeowner Property Tax Relief Work Off Program -Harry Barber Renters Work Off Program Application links are here or call our office if you need a paper copy mailed to your home. Please…

Sept. 24 DEI Update: Town's Equity Audit, New Hires, Farmer's Market Outreach, and more In this DEI Update, Arlington’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director, Jillian Harvey discusses the Town’s Equity Audit efforts, Town employee…

Sept. 22 DPCD Update In this DPCD Update, Assistant DPCD Director, Kelly Lynema invites the public to meet the Town’s new DPCD Director, Claire Ricker, on September 29th. She also reports about plans to restripe Medford Street, announces what…

Town Hall Update Sept. 15 In this Town Hall Update, Arlington Town Manager, Sandy Pooler, talks about Town Day this coming Saturday, Sept. 15 and what to expect. He also reports that a new Library Director has been named and recent hires at Town…

Town Day, Sept. 17 9:30AM-3PM Fireworks over Spy Pond at dusk, no other activities planned. Join us for the return of Arlington Town Day for its 44th year. Festivities include music, food, demonstrations and activities with over 200 booth…

Sept 8 Town Manager Meet & Greet Today! New location: Town Hall Memorial Gardens Residents are cordially invited to attend this reception, today, September 8, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Memorial Gardens (between Town Hall and…

Harmful Algal Bloom Identified at Lower Mystic Lake The Arlington Board of Health issues a public health advisory for Lower Mystic Lake due to a visible algal bloom. The Board of Health strongly advises residents not to swim or stand in the water…

The Arlington Recreation Department has been busy monitoring several playground and park renovations around town. Thanks to funding provided by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) the Town was able to increase the number of playgrounds it could…

AHS Construction Notice Sept 5, 2022 View AHS Construction Notice September 5, 2022 Apologies for resending the July 11, 2022. It was resent in…

We have a busy month of September here at the the Arlington Council on Aging. We are located in the Senior Space Arlington Community Center at 27 Maple Street on the Ground and First Floors. Here are some of our happenings: -September 11…

Yard Waste Collection Delayed This Week, Republic Trucks Working Saturday Republic Services report that due to needed equipment repairs as well as early closures at the transfer station, yard waste is delayed this week. Please leave your yard waste…

Ricker Named Arlington's New DPCD Director Arlington Town Manager Sandy Pooler is pleased to announce the appointment of Claire Ricker, AICP as Director of Planning and Community Development (DPCD). The DPCD Director staffs the Arlington…

Mason Named Arlington's New Deputy Town Manager Arlington Town Manager Sandy Pooler is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Mason as the Deputy Town Manager/Finance Director. Mr. Mason is currently the Chief Financial Officer for the…

Hurd Field renovation will begin on August 22, 2022. Renovations continue through the fall. Hurd Field renovation will begin on August 22, 2022. The project will require the restriction of access through the field and the closure of a portion of…

Construction Details Phase 1 construction is complete and the new Performing Arts and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics wings are open. For Phase 1, only final testing and landscape work remains. Phase 2 began immediately…

FY24 CPA Preliminary Applications Available Have an open space, outdoor recreational facility, affordable housing, or historic preservation project that needs funding? The Community Preservation Act Committee is now accepting preliminary…

Committee Openings, August 2022 Dear Town Meeting Members, I hope everyone is enjoying their summer. As Moderator I'm responsible for making appointments to several Town committees. I'm working with the Town DEI department to make sure that…

Two Upcoming Elections State Primary, Tuesday, September 6 State Election, Tuesday, November 8 Election Workers Needed The Town Clerk is accepting applications for election workers to work the Check-in table. If you are interested,…

Town Hall Update Aug. 4, 2022 Arlington Town Manager, Sandy Pooler, provides background on three grants awarded to the Town recently and how that funding will be used. He reminds residents of the new phone number to contact Republic Services, the…

Construction Details Phase 1 construction is complete and the new Performing Arts and Science,Technology, Engineering,Arts & Mathematics wingsare open. For Phase 1, only final testing and landscapework remains. Phase 2 began immediately after…

Town Awarded $270K in MassDOT Shared Streets and Spaces Grants Funding will advance Chestnut Street safety and bus priority lanes. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) announced that two Arlington projects are being funded…

Arlington HS Construction Schedule: April 2020 – April 2025 Construction Details Phase 1 construction is complete and the new Performing Arts and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics wings are open. For Phase 1, only…

Aug 1 New Phone Number to Contact Republic Talk to a person to report a missed trash, recycling, and yard waste collection and other services. Republic Services will introduce a new Arlington-specific customer service phone number beginning…

Reminder: July 28 Affordable Housing Trust Public Forum and General Listening Session Sign up for Small Group Listening Sessions Join the Affordable Housing Trust on Thursday, July 28 at 7:00pm as Trustees present the results of the Affordable…

How do we explore Black experience, celebrate Black joy, and build Black community in Arlington through the arts? Black Arlington community members are invited to join a gathering in the courtyard of the First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church to…

July 21 DPCD Update In this DPCD Update, Acting Director, Kelly Lynema invites the public to the Affordable Housing Trust’s Virtual Forum and Listening Session on July 28th. She also provides updates on the Arlington Center Sidewalk Project…

We have two elections coming this fall: State Primary, Tuesday, September 6 State Election, Tuesday, November 8 Election Workers Needed The Town Clerk is accepting applications for election workers to work the Check-in table. If…

Don’t over exert, drink plenty of water, and check in on family, neighbors. Extreme temperatures are forecasted beginning tomorrow July 19th and through the week. Extreme heat is defined as three or more days over 90 degrees. In addition to…

CDBG Funding Recipients Announced The Department of Planning and Community Development is pleased to announce the recipients of CDBG funding for Program Year 48. Thirteen applicants received funding totaling $1,090,804 for 17 Affordable Housing,…

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Arlington Receives its 4th Tree City USA Growth Award Recognition is for building sustainable community forestry programs. Arlington received a Tree City USA Growth Award by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment to effective urban…

Saturday Hours at Robbins and Fox Branch Libraries Robbins Library is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays in July and August. Fox Branch Library is closed on summer Saturdays. More information about Arlington libraries may be found at…

APD Welcomes Six New Officers Arlington Police Chief, Julie Flaherty, welcomed six new officers who recently graduated from the Cambridge-Northeastern Police Academy. The Academy is a comprehensive training program that includes skills-based…

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APD Chief, H&HS Director Talk Gun Violence, Safety In light of recent gun violence, Arlington’s Chief of Police, Julie Flaherty, and Health & Human Services Director Christine Bongiorno urge the public to join them in safeguarding…

Hills Hill 2nd Public Input Session Aug. 2 The Park and Recreation Commission hired Powder Horn Trail Company to perform a feasibility study of the Hills Hill area for dedicated mountain biking trails. The Commission will hold a second public input…

The Town of Arlington is launching Electrify Arlington, a community-wide campaign to power buildings and transportation with clean electricity. The campaign will begin this summer with the launch of the Electrify Arlington website, which will serve…

Arlington DPW is Hiring Do you have experience in the trades? Arlington has several positions open in the Department of Public Works. Arlington values diversity and we strongly encourage candidates of varied backgrounds, including people of color,…

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June 30 DPCD Update: Housing Planning, Affordable Housing Survey and Mass Ave/Appleton June 30 DPCD Update In this DPCD Update, Acting Director of Planning and Community Development (DPCD), Kelly Lynema, provides an overview of how…

Free Therapeutic Groups at AYCC AYCC will be offering a series of free therapeutic groups for kids and teens this summer. Children and teens who live in Arlington or attend an Arlington public school are welcome to participate in one or more…

H&HS Director Receives Heroine Award, Take the Affordable Housing Survey by June 30, DPW Project Update H&HS Director Bongiorno Receives Commonwealth Heroine Award The Arlington Department of Health and Human Services is pleased to share…

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Collections will take place Monday - Friday Residents are reminded that there is no collection delay this week. Collection is happening on your regularly scheduled day, Monday through Friday. Please have items placed curbside by 7:00 a.m. Items…

Summer Reading for all at Arlington's Libraries, Nominate a Title for Arlington's 2023 Community Read Summer Reading for all at Arlington's Libraries Summer reading registration for all ages opens on Saturday, June 18. Children are invited to the…

Select Board Names Pooler Town Manager Pooler has served Arlington since 2016. Arlington’s Select Board has named Sandy Pooler as Arlington’s new Town Manager. Mr. Pooler has worked as the Town’s Deputy Town Manager/Finance…

In this DEI Update, Arlington’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Director Jillian Harvey reports that the new Community Engagement Coordinator has come on board and the Mass Coalition DEI Guide she co-authored is available. She also provides…

Town Hall Update June 16 In his last Town Hall Update as Arlington’s Town Manager, Adam Chapdelaine reports the state approved the Arlington Housing Plan, the launch of an Affordable Housing Survey, an invite to attend the Arlington…

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APD Update In this APD Update, Arlington Police Chief Julie Flaherty talks about recent shootings in Uvalde and Buffalo, ongoing training and work with the schools, plus gun safety. She also reports that the Town’s new Recovery Coach is…

AYCC Awarded $500K Cummings Grant, June 17 Robbins Garden Party AYCC Awarded $500K Cummings Grant Arlington Youth Counseling Center (AYCC) is a licensed community mental health clinic and the leading provider of outpatient and school-based…

Arlington LGBTQIA+ Pride Festival Sunday, June 12, 2-5pm Come out to the Town Hall Gardens to celebrate Pride! The Rainbow Commission will be giving out swag, playing music, and you can join in karaoke. This event is open to all, and will take…

Arlington Health and Human Services will be hosting a Pfizer Booster clinic for children ages 5 to 11 years old who completed their primary vaccination series at least 5 months ago. Appointments are required and will be accepted starting at 11:00…

June 22 Mystic River Path to Minuteman Bikeway Feasibility Study Public Meeting At this 3rd virtual public meeting, Toole Design Group, the Town's consultant, will present the final draft of the Feasibility Study, with the preferred alternative,…

Town Hall Update June 2 In this Town Hall Update Arlington Town Manager, Adam Chapdelaine reports that residents should start seeing the Republic Services blue trucks as they begin to take over trash/recycling collection from JRM. He also provides…

June 1 DPCD Update In this DPCD Update, Jennifer Raitt provides updates on ARPA funded programs related to Small Business/Non-profit Assistance, plus invites residents to the upcoming meeting for the Mass Ave/Appleton Street Safety &…