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…
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 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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Bob Crane Community Center Scheduled to Open in Spring 2025 Parks and Recreation Department employees gathered at the Municipal Services Complex on January 30, 2024, to be a part of a special tradition—signing a steel beam that will become an integral part of the Bob Crane Community Center. With smiles on their faces and pride in their hearts, these individuals,…
Defendant Pleads Guilty in Largest Single Cryptocurrency and Cash Seizure in DEA History An Indian national admitted guilt in U.S. District Court on January 26, 2024, for orchestrating a dark web narcotics conspiracy. This operation facilitated the trafficking of hundreds of kilograms and tens of thousands of pills of controlled substances across the United States. The defendant established a sprawling multi-million-dollar…
New Police Chief Recruitment Brochure Following the retirement announcement of current Police Chief, Steve Farmer, the City has contracted with GovHR USA, an Illinois-based recruiting, consulting, and staffing firm for public and non-profit sectors, to lead a nationwide talent search. A brochure detailing the position can be accessed here. Interested candidates are invited to apply for the position through the…