Kingsdale Parking Lot Partially Closed for Construction of New Parking Deck
Construction Expected to be Completed Before Thanksgiving
Meeting Cancelation Notice: Waterline Replacement Project
Due to severe weather conditions, the public meeting regarding the Waterline Replacement Project, scheduled for 5–6:30 pm on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at the Municipal Services Center, has been canceled. The meeting was intended to discuss the proposed waterline replacement work on Walhaven Road, Bramford Road, and Overdale Road. The project includes the replacement of the existing water main, switching…
Parks & Rec Cancelations & Closures Due to Severe Weather
In response to the forecasted severe weather conditions, the City of Upper Arlington Parks & Recreation Department has made the following adjustments to its schedule for today, April 2, 2024: UA Senior Center, including Studio 55, will close at 1 pm. All Parks & Recreation programming scheduled for 1 pm or later is cancelled. All Athletic Fields are closed. These…
Purrfectly Legal: Upper Arlington Introduces ‘Purrmit UA’ for Residential Catios
The City of Upper Arlington is constantly looking for ways to modernize housing stock and help families in the community live richer, healthier lives. We regularly review City regulations to ensure that we are encouraging modern housing options. In recent years, we have modified our housing standards to allow for home offices above detached garages, and in 2022 we changed…
Thompson Park Playground Demolition
Exciting changes are coming to Thompson Park! To make way for a new and improved playground, the existing equipment will be removed, with demolition expected to begin in early April. We know this may be sad news for some, but we’re thrilled about the new playground that will soon take its place. Over 200 residents provided feedback on design options…
Upper Arlington Nominated by Local Magazines for “Best Of” Awards
Upper Arlington residents have always known their community is something special, and now two central Ohio magazines are recognizing that fact. 614 Magazine and CityScene Magazine have nominated Upper Arlington for their respective "Best of" awards, highlighting the city's vibrant community and patriotic celebrations. Best Neighborhood Nomination 614 Magazine has nominated Upper Arlington for the title of "Best Neighborhood" in…
Upper Arlington Welcomes Two New Police Officers
Upper Arlington is proud to welcome two new police officers to its ranks. Abigail Wenger and Mason Morris graduated on March 15, 2024, from the Columbus Police Training Academy as part of the 143rd Recruit Class. The new officers completed over 30 weeks of intense training, covering a wide range of essential skills and knowledge areas. From patrol procedures to…
Upper Arlington Firefighters Join Efforts in Logan County Disaster Operations
In response to the devastating storms that struck Logan County on March 14, 2024, three members of the Upper Arlington Fire Division have been mobilized to assist in search, rescue, and disaster operations. These firefighters are part of the Central Ohio Strike Team (COST), a specialized unit consisting of selected members from various area fire departments. The Central Ohio Strike…
UAFD Expands Community Paramedic Program Resources
Focusing on fall prevention and care coordination, the UA CARES program helps prevent further medical emergencies. The Upper Arlington Fire Division is expanding resources of its nationally recognized community paramedicine program, UA CARES. The UA CARES program is proud to announce the deployment of two vehicles, each staffed by dedicated community paramedics five days a week to further the City’s…
Planned Electric Outage for Kingsdale Mixed-Use Project Parking Garage
A planned 24-hour electric outage will affect the parking garage at the Kingsdale Mixed-Use Project. The outage will begin at 3 p.m. on March 4, 2024 and conclude at 3 p.m. on March 5, 2024. This temporary disruption is necessary to allow contractors to finalize ground repairs for housing panels for units located in this building. To ensure the safety…
Experience the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Upper Arlington in the Path of Partial Totality On April 8, 2024, a rare celestial event will captivate the skies over North America, treating spectators in Mexico, the United States, and Canada to a total solar eclipse. Among the lucky viewers will be those within a 124-mile-wide band in Ohio, where the moon will completely block the sun, turning day…
Temporary Two-Day Closure of Kioka Avenue
Fishinger Road Phase 2 Construction Update Kioka Avenue will be closed at Fishinger Road on February 26 and 27, 2024 for a planned waterline installation. A temporary detour will be setup north of the closure at the intersection of Kioka Avenue and Donna Drive to redirect vehicles around the road closure. Traffic will continue to be maintained with one lane…
Kioka Avenue Temporarily Closed for Waterline Installation
Fishinger Road Phase 2 Construction Update A portion of Kioka Avenue, between Fishinger Road and Donna Drive, will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 as construction teams install a waterline. During this time, the intersection of Kioka Avenue at Fishinger Road will be closed to traffic. A detour will be setup at Donna Drive for vehicles traveling soundbound on…
UAPD Warns of Phone Scammers Posing As Law Enforcement
Multiple Calls Have Been Received by Residents Across Central Ohio The Upper Arlington Police Division has received numerous reports recently of phone scammers attempting to impersonate law enforcement officers. Scammers are contacting residents by phone and informing them there is a warrant out for their arrest. The individuals then demand payment of a fine over the phone to resolve the…
Final Steel Beam Raised at Bob Crane Community Center
First-Ever Community Center Scheduled to Open in Spring 2025 Amidst a symphony of cheers and applause, the final steel beam was lifted into place on February 12, 2024, at the construction site of the Bob Crane Community Center. The historic moment was celebrated by members of Upper Arlington City Council and the Upper Arlington Community Foundation, along with the Upper…