As we approach the Fourth of July holiday, we want to remind you about a change in hours at our Parks & Recreation facilities. Please take note of the following schedule changes (Note: we recently updated these hours from what has previously been published - of note, Northam Tennis will now be closed on July 3 to accommodate fireworks setup):…
It’s no secret that UA knows how to put on an incredible Independence Day celebration, thanks to the hard work of the all-volunteer UA Civic Association (UACA). With this year’s theme – Back in Black and Gold, featuring Margie Pizzuti, a longtime community service leader as the Parade Grand Marshal – the community’s Fourth of July traditions are not to…
After many months of construction, the exterior of the Bob Crane Community Center is transforming into the design team's vision, as depicted by the series of renderings we've shared previously. The terracota tiles - arguably the most distinctive design feature of the facility - are being installed, a phase in the construction process that will bring much of the building…
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…
By Battalion Chief Chris Moore UA Fire Division As the warm weather invites us to dive into the cool waters of swimming pools, it’s crucial to remember that safety should always come first. Whether you're enjoying a backyard pool or a community aquatic center, following essential safety guidelines can prevent accidents and ensure a fun experience for everyone. Key Safety…
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 is moving forward with the next phase of the Redding Road resurfacing project budgeted for 2025 that includes new pavement surface and spot curb replacement. The need to reconfigure the area between Fishinger Road and Zollinger Road stemmed from concerns over speeding and safety as well as a desire to add multimodal options. To address…
A portion of Kioka Avenue, located south of Fishinger Road, will be closed on Tuesday, June 18 and Wednesday, June 19 for infrastructure work. Construction crews working on Phase 2 of the Fishinger Road Reconstruction Project will be installing electrical conduit across the roadway for new traffic signals and streetlights, as well as pouring cement to stabilize the intersection. A…
In observance of Juneteenth, pool hours have been adjusted on Wednesday, June 19. All UA City pools will be open from Noon-8 pm. Normal hours of operation will resume on Thursday, June 20. Read more on Aquatics here.
In recent weeks, we have observed an increase in panhandling throughout the Upper Arlington community. While panhandling itself is not illegal, we want to remind everyone of the city ordinance that restricts individuals from entering the roadway and obstructing traffic to accept cash, food, or other items from vehicles. Our Police Division along with UA CARES have been actively responding…
As the physical construction of the Bob Crane Community Center continues, the City’s Parks & Recreation Department is building out its operations plans in readiness for opening day. This includes taking a deep dive into the equipment and materials needed to furnish and run the facility, mapping out hours of operation, programming, staffing, as well as developing a budget and…
6 pm, Monday, June 17 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. The ceremony will feature keynote speaker, Stephanie Hightower, President and CEO…
In a moment of crisis, seconds matter. Recently, the staff at Stoner Periodontics, a periodontal care and implantology practice located in Upper Arlington, demonstrated extraordinary courage and quick thinking that saved a patient's life. During a routine procedure in April 2024, the patient went into cardiac arrest, but thanks to the staff who noticed the early signs and immediately began…
The Northwest Area Realtors Association, in partnership with UA CARES, marked Realtor Care Day by donating their time and efforts on June 12, 2024, to improving the yard of a deserving Upper Arlington resident. Realtor Care Day is an annual event where realtors come together to give back to their community through various volunteer projects. This year, Robert (Bob) Paxton,…
Construction on Thompson Park’s playground has come to completion and is ready for use. Installation of the new playground is part of ongoing efforts to enhance Parks & Rec facilities throughout Upper Arlington. Thank you to all who provided feedback on this project. Your insights helped shape the final construction, as Parks & Rec took survey results into great consideration…