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…
UA Parks & Rec is in the midst of a design process for the toddler pool area at Devon Pool, the last component of this popular summertime facility due for an upgrade. In recent weeks, the planning team from MSA Sport has been seeking input from the community about the existing toddler pool, through an online survey and site visits…
Upper Arlington is gearing up to celebrate its rich culinary diversity during the much-anticipated 614 Restaurant Week, from July 22 to July 27, 2024. This exciting summer event puts local businesses at the forefront, allowing them to showcase their gastronomic prowess and delight food enthusiasts from across central Ohio. Participating restaurants are going all out to provide diners with a…
TRANSACTION FEE NOTICE: The Finance Department has implemented a 2% technology fee for the processing of credit card and eCheck payments, resulting from recent system updates that have increased the fees charged to the City. To help manage these higher costs, we are passing on a portion of the fees to those who choose the convenience of online payments, similar…
The City of Upper Arlington proudly welcomes Officer Ricardo Felix and Officer Alexia Gorsuch to the Upper Arlington Police Division. Both recently graduated from the Columbus Police Training Academy as part of the 144th Recruit Class on July 12, 2024. During their rigorous 30-week training, both officers mastered crucial skills from patrol procedures to emergency medical care. Their training also…
6-9 pm, Thursday, July 18 Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Road UA Parks & Rec invites you to embrace the spirit of summer by joining us for Party on the Plaza, on the evening of Thursday, July 18 at the Municipal Services Center “point,” on Tremont and Kenny roads. Enjoy a fun evening packed with fantastic live music, delicious food,…
The City’s Police Division received an uptick in calls about stolen vehicles and thefts from vehicles over the Fourth of July holiday. No doubt community members were focused on their holiday plans with family and friends and paying less attention to the simple steps everyone can take to help keep their valuables safe. Here are some reminders that we all…
Since 2014, the Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District’s Water Quality Partner Program has been helping local businesses understand and implement stormwater best practices, ensuring that their business protocols comply with local and state requirements. Specifically, the program was developed to help businesses that are too small to have compliance professionals on staff. By taking the Water Quality Partner Pledge,…
Upper Arlington City Council recently approved making amendments to the City’s non-discrimination ordinance to include source of income protections for housing rentals. Ordinance 38-2024, which takes effect mid-July, updates relevant sections of Chapter 525 – Unlawful Discriminatory Practices – of the City’s Code of Ordinances. This new provision prohibits landlords from discriminating against renters who rely on income sources other…