The election season will be here before we know it, and as the August 7 filing deadline for issues and candidates approaches, thoughts are already turning to who in Upper Arlington is preparing to run for one of the three…
The U.S. flag’s history and the proper etiquette for the retirement of a U.S. Flag are sometimes misunderstood or not practiced. In 2018, local Eagle Scout Joseph Piccininni wanted to help raise awareness to these issues, putting together a plan…
Periodically, the City has openings on Boards and Commissions that serve the community. Public service is voluntary, affording participants the opportunity to help shape their community in areas that interest them. Upper Arlington City Council invites interested residents to donate…
The need for blood is often greater than the supply. Did you know that every two seconds someone is in need of a blood transfusion? In the time it took you to read that sentence, another person needed blood. A…
Based on the number of crime shows on TV, the world of policing clearly strikes a chord with many of us. For those of us who chose a different career path but still wonder what it would be like to…
The City of Upper Arlington is working with the Upper Arlington School District on appropriate adjustments to traffic patterns around Wickliffe Progressive Elementary School in response to the elementary school construction project. As you probably already know, construction on the…
After a three-month process, the 2019 Citizen Financial Review Task Force completed its review of the City’s finances. This included an assessment of progress made implementing recommendations from the original 2014 Task Force, determining if service levels are in alignment…
The City’s Parks & Recreation Department has been busy addressing key recommendations that emerged from the 2018 Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan, with a focus on using information from residents as we plan park improvements and service delivery enhancements. One…
Of the many traditions that make Upper Arlington’s Independence Day celebrations so special, the milestone class reunions for UA High School graduates are a favorite for many. Former classmates travel from near and far to reconnect and share fond memories…
The City received confirmation from Franklin County Public Health that mosquito spraying will occur in the north and south Upper Arlington areas, during the overnight hours of Thursday, July 11. This is the result of a high amount of mosquitos found in traps…
Upper Arlington knows how to put on an Independence Day celebration. Who needs Red, White, and Boom when the Upper Arlington Civic Association (UACA) plans a parade, evening festival and an incredible firework display to remember right here in our…
In recent years, the Lane Avenue business district has seen unprecedented reinvestment. The results to date have enhanced the district’s vibrancy, providing new dining, retail and service options for residents. Concurrently, the City has implemented measures to address parking and…
A strong desire by many in our community—heard loud and clear by City Council and the Administration—is to revisit the issue of inadequate indoor recreation and community gathering space. Most notably, in a statistically valid survey conducted as part of…
At a February 2019 retreat, City Council developed a strategic plan and organizational goals for the coming one-to-two years. This included the vision statement: “Upper Arlington’s community pride, thoughtful planning, collaborative approach, and financial stability are the cornerstones of our…
The second of this year’s semi-annual utility invoices from the City for 2019 will be mailed to UA households by the end of June. These invoices include the Solid Waste fee, the Stormwater Utility fee, and in some cases a…