You are invited to join Parks & Recreation on Saturday, September 21 from 10 am-1 pm to enjoy a family-friendly bike ride through Upper Arlington. Participants can choose to complete the ride alongside their neighbors and join in the finish line celebration with snacks, games and music, or enjoy the ride on their own time over the span of a…
Starting Monday, August 12, the playground at Northam Park will be temporarily closed for maintenance and improvements. The closure is expected to last up to two weeks, during which time a contractor will replace three large slides and resurface most of the rubber safety surfacing. We know the playground is a favorite spot for many, and these enhancements will make it…
Summer may be in full swing, but UA Parks & Rec is always planning ahead for the next season of activities. The Fall Activity Guide is out, and it’s packed with a variety of classes, programs, events and activities for all ages and interests. In this issue, we feature details on the much-anticipated Bob Crane Community Center, which is scheduled…
Evening and Overnight Hours of Monday, August 12, Weather Permitting We have been advised by Franklin County Public Health (FCPH) of their plans to conduct mosquito spraying in Upper Arlington North – all areas north of McCoy Road – during the evening and overnight hours of Monday, August 12, weather permitting. The decision to spray has resulted from some mosquitoes…
Summer is flying by and, while it might be hard to believe, the new school year is just days away. With classes for UA Schools beginning next week, the City’s outdoor pools will be transitioning to a reduced schedule effective Monday, August 12, per the following: Devon Pool – Devon Pool will operate on the following schedule, from Monday August…
The Upper Arlington Fire Division proudly welcomed seven new firefighters/paramedics during a swearing-in ceremony on Tuesday, August 6, at the Municipal Services Center. The event marked an important milestone for the division and the community, as these individuals take on the critical role of ensuring public safety and emergency response for the City of Upper Arlington. The newly sworn-in firefighters/paramedics…
The Upper Arlington Historical Society’s annual Homes of History Month is upon us. During this month-long celebration, watch for markers in the front yards of participating UA homes that are at least 100 years old as of 2024, and that have retained much or all of their original front exterior façade. For this year’s celebration, 270 of the approximately 370…
Thank you for your patience during the renovation of the west fields at Northam Park. The grass is growing in well, and the fields are now open for passive use while the turf continues to establish. However, they are not yet ready for organized sports or community events. We kindly ask all sports teams to refrain from using the west…
4-4:45 pm, Wednesday, August 7 Dorset Road & Tremont Center Coffee with Council is a series of events launched in 2024, where residents can meet and chat with members of City Council about issues that matter most to them over a cup of coffee. The next Coffee with Council is coming up as part of the Community Booth at the…
The City of Upper Arlington Fire Division has contracted with AP Triton, LLC to develop a strategic plan that will guide operations and service delivery enhancements over the next three-to-five years. This step follows a study of the division conducted in 2022-2023, which recommended the creation of a long-term strategic plan that addresses shifting fire and emergency medical service needs…
UA Parks & Rec has selected The Edge Group, a Columbus-based landscape architecture and urban design firm, to spearhead the master planning process for Fancyburg Park. Nestled on 25 acres on Upper Arlington's western edge, Fancyburg Park features baseball diamonds, sports fields, a shelter house, playground, story walk, tennis and pickleball courts, and a nature area. As the City of…
6-8 pm, Tuesday, August 6 Fancyburg Park, 3375 Kioka Avenue The Upper Arlington Police Division is excited to host its second National Night Out event, scheduled for Tuesday, August 6, from 6-8 pm at Fancyburg Park. Join division representatives to enjoy an evening of fun activities and camaraderie. Activities planned include a chance to interact with several local law enforcement…
The Upper Arlington Fire Division is proud to celebrate the graduation of Firefighter/Paramedic Seth Ochs from the Ohio Fire Academy, located in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. Ochs successfully completed a rigorous 10-week program as part of Class #238. Throughout the course, Ochs was apart of extensive hands-on training, mastering the skills required for modern firefighting and emergency medical services. The curriculum included…
The City of Upper Arlington is making strides toward a sustainable future at the Bob Crane Community Center with the delivery of over 400 solar panels. These panels, which arrived at the construction site on July 24, 2024, were craned onto the roof, marking the start of an exciting new phase. Illuminate USA, a solar panel manufacturer based in central…
2-4 pm, Saturday, August 3 Tremont Branch, 2800 Tremont Road The Upper Arlington Public Library invites community members to stop by their Tremont Road branch in Northam Park on the afternoon of Saturday, August 3 for an immersion in the many resources and services available to patrons. The event will include games and activities for all ages and is part…