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Columbia Gas Construction Projects Update

Columbia Gas is undertaking a series of major infrastructure upgrades in our community, with the initial phase beginning in the Spring of 2025. These upgrades include: The replacement of old high pressure gas lines with new, federally mandated 12-inch, 16-inch, and 20-inch diameter steel pipes with safety features. These pipes are designed to service a large geographic area that extends…

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Fireworks

Fireworks Safety a Top Priority in UA

By UA Fire Battalion Chief Alan Thompson The Fourth of July in Upper Arlington is without peer. The City celebrates with a first-class parade and an outstanding fireworks display. There is a Party in the Park with great live music and top-notch food. There are class reunions, baseball games, block parties and more. Unfortunately, the week surrounding the Fourth is fraught…

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Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at Policing in Upper Arlington

Applications Accepted Until August 1 for the 2025 Citizen Police Academy There’s much more to policing than what you see on the surface—and each fall, the Upper Arlington Police Division invites community members to take a closer look at the people and practices behind local law enforcement through its Citizen Police Academy. This engaging and informative program offers participants a…

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Utility Bill Reminder

Second City Utility Invoice for 2025 Heading to UA Households

The second of two semi-annual utility invoices from the City for 2025 will be mailed to UA households in early July. These invoices include the Solid Waste Fee, the Stormwater Utility Fee, and in some cases, a Neighborhood Utility Lighting Fee. This invoice reflects the typical amount charged to households each billing cycle, following a City Council initiated one-time waiver…

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Construction Open Bid

Open Online – Bids, RFPs & RFQs

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: UA25-59 | Tree Canopy Assessment Close Date: June 23, 2025 at 11 am Bid Number: UA25-60 | Tree Removal and Stump Grinding Close Date: June 24, 2025 at 11 am Bid Number: UA25-61 | Stormwater…

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Council Chamber Seal

City Council Confirms Board and Commission Appointments

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…

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Movies in the Parks

Movie in the Park Canceled Due to Weather

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…

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Negative Impacts of House Bill 335 for Ohio Communities and School Systems

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…

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Fourth Party

Fourth of July Holiday Planning Reminders

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…

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Roadway Milling & Repaving for Gas Line Installation

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…

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Juneteenth Recognition Program

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…

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Council Chambers

Public Meeting Scheduled for Waterline Replacement Project

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…

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Increase in Scam Reports Over Fake BMV Text Messages

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…

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Council Chambers

Notice of City Council Action on 2026 Tax Budgets

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…

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Fire Division Partners with Project Fire Buddies to Support Critically Ill Children

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,…

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