Continuing the City’s commitment to reinvesting in the community’s parks and facilities as part of the Capital Improvement Program, plans for replacing the Oxford Park playground are about to be implemented. In preparation for this project, the Parks & Recreation…
Congratulations are in order for members of our Finance Department, with the recent announcement from the Government Finance Officers’ Association (GFOA) that Upper Arlington is a 2019 Triple Crown Winner. This new recognition is afforded to communities that are recipients…
If you have decided this is the year to remodel a part of your home or upgrade your patio, the City’s Community Development Department can help you with an important first step: checking to see if your home improvement project…
The City of Upper Arlington and the Upper Arlington School District have been working closely to prepare for this upcoming school year and the opening of the new Upper Arlington High School, located on the northwest quadrant of the high…
Since 1985, America has celebrated July as the nation’s official Park and Recreation Month. Created by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), Park and Recreation Month specifically highlights the vital and powerful role local park and recreation professionals, such…
As various trends brought about by smartphone apps sweep across the nation, the impacts—both positive and negative—aren’t always apparent at the onset. In the case of private home and apartment short-term rentals—which have been on the rise in the Central…
As Central Ohio continues to grow, the abundance of wildlife is adapting to dwindling natural habitats and capitalizing on the new food sources and nesting opportunities. Most times we can coexist peacefully with the beautiful array of birds, rabbits, squirrels…
Noon, Tuesday, July 20, 2021 Join the Meeting: //zoom.us/j/99021451922 Webinar ID: 990 2145 1922 | Passcode: 353816 Or Call: 888-475-4499 Police departments across the nation are increasingly embracing the use of body worn cameras as a protective measure for their…
The City’s Parks & Recreation Department has been doing an exceptional job planning and implementing safe programs and activities for the community to enjoy within the landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic. While it has been possible to open all three…
The City of Upper Arlington Police Division’s 2020 Annual Report is now available on the City’s website. Included within this report are summary highlights of the activities and accomplishments of the division’s three bureaus – Operations, Staff/Investigative and Support Services…
Excessive amounts of rain can harm more than just your summer plans. The heavy downpours that are commonplace with summer storms generate high levels of runoff, which flows into storm drains and ultimately empties into natural waterways. This fast-paced runoff…
Entities wishing to go door-to-door attempting to sell residents a good or service, or to solicit other donations must first secure a Peddling/Solicitation Permit from the City. The following set of guidelines and requirements apply: Any organization wishing to go…
It’s no secret that Upper Arlington knows how to put on an incredible Independence Day celebration. After a modified celebration in 2020, the community’s Fourth of July traditions are back. The parade begins at 9 am, heading south on Northwest…
The beauty and quality of UA’s homes and neighborhoods are a source of pride for residents. As the homes have aged and Upper Arlington’s desirability as a premier residential community remains strong, some property owners choose to invest in major…
Ribbon Cutting/Park Opening 10 am, Wednesday, June 30 Vassar Place alley behind roll: bike store The increasing appeal of the Lane Avenue corridor, combined with warmer weather and the lifting of COVID-19 health and safety restrictions, translates to a noticeable…