Bob Crane Community Center Goes Green with Solar Panel Installation The City of Upper Arlington is taking a significant step towards sustainability by installing solar panels on the roof of the Bob Crane Community Center. This project, scheduled to begin this spring and be completed by summer, aims to reduce the facility's carbon footprint, and promote renewable energy use and…
April 15-May 3 Click Here for Schedule and Map The Upper Arlington Fire Division will be conducting fire hydrant flushing operations beginning the week of April 15. This annual test is part of a fire hydrant maintenance program that keeps hydrants in operable condition and identifies any deficiencies that require repair. Hydrant flushing will take place weekdays between 8 am…
Season Pass Pricing Adjustments With the Northam Tennis Courts slated for replacement as part of the 2024 Northam Park Improvement Project, it has been necessary to shorten this year’s season, with eight courts available for play from May 5 through August 4. In response, the department decided to reduce the cost of 2024 season passes by 25% and to not…
Saturday, April 13 The UA Fire Division has partnered with the American Red Cross Central & Southern Ohio Region to host a “Sound the Alarm” smoke detector canvassing day, scheduled for the morning of Saturday, April 13. Red Cross and UA Fire representatives will be canvassing homes on Shrewsbury Road, Nottingham Road, and Cranford Road. They will be offering to…
5 pm, Wednesday, April 10 Mallway Park, Arlington Avenue The Upper Arlington Community Relations Committee invites residents to join them for the Second Annual Cherry Blossom Celebration, beginning at 5 pm, on Wednesday, April 10 in Mallway Park, on Arlington Avenue. This celebration of the grove of cherry trees by the Veterans Plaza is part of a broader series of…
The City of Upper Arlington is pleased to announce the appointment of Keith Hall as its new Police Chief, effective April 8, 2024. With a wealth of experience and commitment to serving the community, Hall was promoted to the role and will focus on ensuring the safety of Upper Arlington and deepening the Police Divisions’ connections with the Upper Arlington…
Many species of wildlife are adept at adjusting to changing habitats and the presence of humans, capitalizing on new food sources and nesting opportunities. Here are some resources and tips for making sure your property is less attractive to wildlife such as coyotes, and for keeping your pets safe. About Coyotes Coyotes are shy and cautious animals and will typically…
Construction Expected to be Completed Before Thanksgiving
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…
10 am-2 pm, Saturday, April 6 Tremont Library The Tremont Library is hosting a Sustainability Fair on Saturday, April 6 to mark the start of Earth Month. Co-sponsored with Sustainable UA, the event celebrates the various initiatives happening in our community to help us all become better stewards of our natural environment. Visit with local organizations, try hands-on activities, learn…
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 and other creatures that take up residence in our yards and public parks, but some wildlife can become unwelcome “tenants,”…
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 requires a permit. The permitting and inspection process is important because it allows building and planning staff to ensure new…
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…
UA is overflowing with groups and individuals who dedicate their time and energy to enriching lives and building community. As needs and opportunities change, new programs quickly emerge that fill any gaps in service and support. A long-held tradition for the City each year is a celebration of the best in our community, through the annual Community Awards Program. As…
Good news has been coming thick and fast from the Upper Arlington Community Foundation these days, highlighting a variety of impressive initiatives that are making our community better in a variety of exciting ways. Edwards Green The Foundation recently announced the gift of green space to the community, thanks to the family of Michael and Phaedra Edwards, in honor of…