The Upper Arlington Historical Society’s annual Homes of History Month is upon us. During this month-long celebration, watch for markers in the front yards of participating UA homes that are at least 100 years old as of 2024, and that have retained much or all of their original front exterior façade. For this year’s celebration, 270 of the approximately 370…
Thank you for your patience during the renovation of the west fields at Northam Park. The grass is growing in well, and the fields are now open for passive use while the turf continues to establish. However, they are not yet ready for organized sports or community events. We kindly ask all sports teams to refrain from using the west…
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…
The Kingsdale Parking Garage construction team has been given permission to conduct a series of extended and overnight work sessions to complete several critical stages in the project. All planned extended hours are weather permitting. Large Concrete Pours - Updated Schedule The delivery of concrete for the remaining series of large pours will begin between 3-5 am on the following…
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…
3 pm Update Please be advised of an incident at the site of the Bob Crane Community Center. A smaller crane that had been brought on site to assist with dismantling the main construction crane fell early this afternoon. The incident caused damage to one unoccupied vehicle at the site, and the crane operator was transported to the hospital with…
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…
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,…