At the June 16 City Council Meeting, Council confirmed a slate of new appointments and reappointments for various Boards and Commissions: Civil Service Commission - James Campbell Community Relations Committee - Eric Hutchison, Megan Potts, Joanne Strasser Cultural Arts Commission - David Guion Medical Advisory Board - Dr. John Bach, Dr. Medard Lutmerding, Dr. Bradley Raetzke Parks & Recreation Advisory…
The City of Upper Arlington currently has Open Bids, Request for Proposals (RFP) or Request for Qualifications (RFQ) on the following goods and services: Bid Number: UA25-57 | Henderson Road Preliminary Engineering Close Date: June 18, 2025 at 3 pm Bid Number: UA25-58 | Street Light Pole Painting Close Date: June 18, 2025 at 11 am Bid Number: UA25-59 | Tree…
Due to the severe weather forecast for Friday, June 13, the City of Upper Arlington Parks & Recreation Department has made the decision to cancel the scheduled showing of Freaky Friday as part of our Movies in the Parks series. The safety of our attendees is always our top priority, and with storms expected throughout the evening, we are unable…
June 13, 2025 Dear Upper Arlington Schools staff, families and community members, We write to share our deep concerns about a series of Ohio property tax provisions that are currently under consideration within House Bill 335 (HB 335). If passed, this legislation would eliminate inside millage, ban new emergency and substitute levies, and give county budget commissions the authority to…
With UA’s favorite day of the year just around the corner, we have some useful information to share with the community. Block Parties If your neighborhood is planning to host a block party on the Fourth of July, the deadline for submitting your permit application is Wednesday, June 18. The $50 fee covers administrative costs and the delivery of barricades…
Columbia Gas has installed new gas service lines at 2222 Fishinger Road and 3185 North Star Road. As part of this project, Decker Construction will begin milling the roadway on June 13, 2025. The work will take place on North Star Road, just south of Fishinger Road, as well as on Fishinger Road. Repaving of this same section of roadway…
6 pm, Monday, June 16 Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Road We invite you to join members of City Council, the Community Relations Committee, and the City’s Administration on the Plaza of the Municipal Services Center for a UA Juneteenth recognition program and the raising of the Juneteenth flag. This year, we welcome keynote speaker, Ohio Senator, Hearcel Craig, who…
Upper Arlington residents are invited to attend an upcoming public meeting hosted by the City’s Engineering Division to learn more about a waterline replacement project planned for their neighborhood. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Road. Residents can drop in any time between 5–6:30 pm, as…
The City of Upper Arlington Mayor’s Court has received an increase in calls from residents concerned about suspicious text messages claiming to be from the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). These messages typically state that the recipient has an outstanding traffic ticket and must pay immediately to avoid having their driver’s license suspended. Please be advised this is a…
Notice is hereby given that the Upper Arlington City Council will consider and vote on the adoption of the City Tax Budget and the Public Library Tax Budget for Fiscal Year 2026 at its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, June 16, 2025. Public comments will be accepted during the meeting. The following resolutions will be presented for Council’s consideration: Resolution…
The Upper Arlington Fire Division and Upper Arlington Firefighters Local 1521 are proud to announce the launch of a brand new Project Fire Buddies chapter in Central Ohio. Project Fire Buddies is a national nonprofit initiative that connects firefighters with children battling serious illnesses. Through surprise visits, special events, and heartfelt connections, the program is dedicated to bringing joy, hope,…
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy our beautiful parks and neighborhoods, and it’s a time when we see a marked increase in residents out walking with their dogs. It’s also a time when we typically receive an increase in complaints about negative encounters with dogs running loose in the parks. While dog owners have every right to enjoy our…
The City of Upper Arlington, in partnership with SWACO, Circular Thrift, and Sustainable UA, has launched a textile recycling drop-off pilot program running from June 1 through August 31. This initiative provides residents with a convenient and eco-friendly way to dispose of worn-out or damaged clothing and household textiles—items that are no longer suitable for donation or resale and would…
The Upper Arlington Fire Division welcomed three new firefighter/paramedics during a swearing-in ceremony held on June 2, at the Municipal Services Center. Joined by family, friends, and fellow first responders, Gabriel Shuman, Abel Cuellar, and Elian Zayed took the oath of office, marking the beginning of their service to the Upper Arlington community. Each new member received their helmet—a powerful…
Each year as the Fourth of July celebrations approach, we like to send out a friendly reminder to residents on the City’s requirements for under speed vehicles, including golf carts. These vehicles must meet various Ohio Department of Public Safety standards – such as having working lights, seatbelts, adequate brakes, windshields, and rear-view mirrors. The vehicles must be titled and…