The City of Upper Arlington and Upper Arlington City Schools are excited to announce an innovative partnership that will take event customization to the next level. Starting April 1, 2025, groups that rent the Event Center at the Bob Crane Community Center will have the unique opportunity to project custom messages onto the exterior of the Upper Arlington High School…
The City of Upper Arlington is excited to announce the return of Arts on Arlington, an annual event dedicated to showcasing the incredible talent of local artists and artisans! Mark your calendars to join us on Thursday, June 12, from 6-9 pm at Mallway Park, 2096 Arlington Avenue. Now in its third year, this award-winning event has become a beloved…
The City of Upper Arlington has been recognized for its exceptional environmental achievements, earning both silver status in the Encouraging Environmental Excellence Program from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Clean Energy Community Award from Power a Clean Future Ohio (PCFO). The Encouraging Environmental Excellence Program acknowledges organizations across Ohio that go above and beyond environmental compliance to demonstrate…
The Bob Crane Community Center is Upper Arlington’s all-in-one community hub—a state-of-the-art home for fitness and sports, versatile gathering spaces, special programming, and more. Designed to support personal well-being, recreation, and connection, the facility is more than just a building—it’s a place where people of all ages come together to live, play, and thrive. Now’s your chance to be part…
To enhance public safety and improve emergency response, the City of Upper Arlington is implementing a new alarm monitoring permit requirement for all properties with burglary or fire alarm systems. Beginning in February 2025, the PM AM Corporation will oversee the permitting process and tracking of false alarms. This partnership with the City is designed to streamline operations, reduce the…
The Upper Arlington Police Division is proud of Lieutenant Jason Messer and Lieutenant Branden Staiger who successfully completed the Certified Law Enforcement Executive (CLEE) program. After 14 months of intensive coursework, they were among 26 graduates honored at a ceremony at the Ohio State Highway Patrol Training Academy on January 31, 2025. CLEE, co-sponsored by the Law Enforcement Foundation, Inc…
The City of Upper Arlington Parks and Recreation Department has been awarded third place in the Cultural Arts Events category by the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association (OPRA). The award was presented to staff at the annual OPRA Conference in Sandusky, Ohio and recognizes Upper Arlington’s excellence in cultural programming. The OPRA Annual Awards of Excellence celebrate organizations across Ohio…
Columbus Public Utilities is on-site repairing a water main break in the 3900 block of Reed Road. As a result, Reed Road is closed in both directions between Lytham Road and Churchview Lane. Residents along this section of Reed Road will experience temporary water service disruptions while repairs are underway. Crews are working to restore service and reopen the roadway…
Updated 9 am, Wednesday, January 22 2025 Please be advised that UA Parks & Rec has cancelled all programs for the morning of Wednesday, January 22 as a result of the continuing severely cold weather. This includes: The Upper Arlington Senior Center is closed for programs, activities and events until Noon. UA Stage Registration – The Senior Center's offices in…
The Upper Arlington Police Division will be increasing patrols around Upper Arlington High School in response to resident concerns about parking issues, particularly during snowy conditions. Reports from residents include vehicles parking too close to driveways, intersections, as well as outside of marked spaces on the street. These practices can create safety hazards and reduce accessibility for other drivers, pedestrians,…
The City of Upper Arlington is proud to welcome Officer Isaac Brown, who graduated on January 17, 2025, from the Ohio State Highway Patrol Training Academy as part of the 151st Basic Peace Officer Training Class. This rigorous 21-week program, which began in August 2024, prepares cadets to serve their communities with excellence and professionalism. The Ohio State Highway Patrol…
Over 200 Central Ohio restaurants offering three-course meals ranging from $15 to $50 Get ready to savor the flavors of Upper Arlington during 614 Restaurant Week! It’s the perfect chance to celebrate our community’s incredible culinary diversity while supporting local businesses. From January 20-25, 2025, participating restaurants are rolling out specially crafted three-course menus that you can enjoy for dine-in…
The Upper Arlington Police Division has received national recognition at the Federal Drug Enforcement Agency Administrators' Award Ceremony in Washington, D.C. for exceptional contributions to law enforcement. This prestigious honor was awarded for the division’s role in solving a complex international case, which dismantled a $300 million cryptocurrency drug laundering operation involving multiple countries. Detective Andy Wuertz, working as part…
Local Waste Services is not providing services on Monday, January 6, 2025, due to the weather. As a result, all waste and recycling pick-ups will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. Residents are advised to adjust their set-out schedules accordingly and ensure their waste and recycling bins are placed by the curb by 7 am…
Public Service crews are hard at work to ensure roadways are safe and clear throughout Upper Arlington. Crews are diligently following the City’s snow removal plan to address the winter weather. What to Expect Arterial and Collector Roads: Crews are prioritizing these main routes to maintain near-bare pavement conditions for essential travel. Residential Streets: Once the main roads are cleared,…