Formed in 2023, the community partnership known as the Tri-Village Packers has been providing breakfast and lunch items, healthy snacks and grocery gift cards to children in the Upper Arlington and Grandview school districts who are experiencing food insecurity over the Thanksgiving and Spring Break holidays. This totally confidential program helps bridge the gap for families whose children may rely…
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…
Since 2013, the Upper Arlington Civic Association has been treating UA older adults to a dinner and sneak preview of the Upper Arlington High School Vocal Music Program’s latest musical offering. For 2025, UA residents aged 60-plus and past 2024 members of the Upper Arlington Senior Center are invited to attend a free dinner and dress rehearsal performance of The Sound…
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…
Deadline: Friday, January 17, 2025 Each year, the City seeks nominations of the many worthy individuals and groups that have helped make our community better in some way, through our annual Community Awards Program. Now is the time to submit your nominations before our Friday, January 17 deadline, for the following categories: Business Community Enrichment Community Relations Senior Youth Submit…
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…
With adoption of the City’s 2025-2026 Municipal Program of Services – otherwise known as the City’s budget – the Community Development Department is instituting some fee adjustments for various permits that take effect in 2025. This marks the first time in more than seven years that adjustments have been made. With the overarching goal of achieving full cost recovery for…
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…
VIEW THE DRAFT BUDGET HERE At the close of 2024, City Council's focus was on finalizing and adopting the City's 2025-26 budget, a process that concluded at its December 16 meeting. The budget provides the necessary resources for continuing a high level of services for the community and provides for reinvestment in public infrastructure and parks. The City's financial position…
The Upper Arlington Senior Center is closed Monday, January 6, 2025, as a result of inclement weather conditions. For the safety of members, all programs, activities, and scheduled events at the Senior Center have been canceled. We encourage residents to stay indoors and avoid travel unless absolutely necessary as road conditions may be hazardous. This decision has been made with…
Some major infrastructure upgrades by Columbia Gas are tentatively scheduled to begin in the Spring of 2025, to replace old gas lines with new, federally mandated 12-inch, 16-inch, and 20-inch diameter steel pipes with safety features. These pipes are designed to service a large geographic area that extends beyond Upper Arlington’s borders. The proposed route for the first phase will…
Renewal Deadline: January 31, 2025 Ohio law requires all dogs over three months of age to have a valid license, which must be renewed at the start of each year (unless you purchase a three-year or permanent license). The tags often come in handy as a means for identification should your dog go missing, and funds raised form the licensing…
The holiday season is a time for gathering to exchange gifts and enjoy meals with family and friends. A side product resulting from all the merriment each year is trash – lots of it. Read on for a summary of options for diverting various items from the landfill in the weeks ahead. Holiday Lights Recycling Program Available Through January 31…
In 2024, the City transitioned into its second decade with a 10-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Since expanding the CIP to 10 years, more than $112 million has been invested in our streets, waterlines, stormwater and sewer lines. But there’s more work to be done, and the 2025 construction season will be another busy one. Read on for some highlights…
An application and permitting process is in place for community special events that require use of City property and/or City logistical and planning support. Event organizers are encouraged to start their applications early (see the schedule below). For new event proposals, planners may be required to attend a review meeting. : 2025 Event Planning Schedule For Events Held: Application Deadline…