City of Upper Arlington: archive

Rainbow UA Pride City archive Mon, Jun 22, 2026 RAINBOW UA: ROOTED IN PRIDE 2026 Since 2021, Rainbow UA has been working to fulfill its mission to create community, provide support, and share resources for the LGBTQIA+ individuals and families in UA. Their signature community event, Rainbow UA Pride, focuses on providing a…

July/August UA Insight Newsletter City archive Mon, Jun 22, 2026 JULY/AUGUST 2026 UA INSIGHT NEWSLETTER The July/August edition of the UA Insight newsletter is on its way to UA households, packed with timely news, seasonal updates and more from the City of Upper Arlington, Upper Arlington Schools and Upper Arlington Public Library. Updates…

Fourth of July Holiday Reminders City archive Fri, Jun 19, 2026 With UA’s favorite day of the year just around the corner, we have some useful information to share with the community. Chairs Along the Parade Route In the days leading up to the Parade, the route along Northwest Boulevard becomes overrun with lawn chairs and areas taped off by…

City Council Confirms Board and Commission Appointments City archive Thu, Jun 18, 2026 At the June 15 City Council Meeting, Council confirmed a slate of new appointments and reappointments for various Boards and Commissions: Board of Health - Gilbert Liu (reappointment), Teresa Long Board of Tax Review - Kazim Unalan (reappointment), Laura Rolland Board of Zoning…

Reflections on Juneteenth and the Work of the Community Relations Committee City archive Wed, Jun 17, 2026 At Monday’s Juneteenth Ceremony, we were honored to have Barb Smoot – the President & CEO of Women for Economic and Leadership Development (WELD) – join us as the keynote speaker. She did not disappoint, and we want to share her insightful words here in advance of Friday’s…

Under-Speed Vehicle/Golf Cart Regulations City archive Mon, Jun 15, 2026 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…

Review Plans for Northwest Boulevard Improvement Project at Public Open House City archive Thu, Jun 11, 2026 Upper Arlington residents and businesses are invited to attend a public meeting to learn more about the upcoming reconstruction of Northwest Boulevard between Wilshire Drive and the Five Points intersection. An open house-style meeting will take place on Tuesday, June 23, from…

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled for June 15 City archive Thu, Jun 11, 2026 MOSQUITO CONTROL The City has been advised by Franklin County Public Health of their plans to spray for mosquitoes for all areas of Upper Arlington south of McCoy Road during the evening/overnight hours of Monday, June 15. Spraying will begin at approximately 9 pm, weather…

Juneteenth Recognition Program City archive Wed, Jun 10, 2026 4:30-6 pm, Monday, June 15, 2026 Program Begins at 5:15 pm Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Road We invite you to join members of City Council, the Community Relations Committee, and the Upper Arlington Public Library on the Plaza of the Municipal Services Center for a UA…

UA Business Spotlight: Cover to Cover Children's Books City archive Tue, Jun 9, 2026 Tucked into the heart of the Historic Mallway, Cover to Cover Children’s Books has been a beloved destination for young readers and families for more than 40 years. First opened in Clintonville by teacher Sally Oddi, the store began with a simple mission: to nurture a love of…

Won’t You Be Our Neighbor Podcast City archive Fri, Jun 5, 2026 In this episode of Won’t You Be Our Neighbor, hosts Steve Schoeny and Darren Shulman welcome Upper Arlington Police Chief Keith Hall for a conversation highlighting his long and distinguished career in law enforcement and his leadership of the Upper Arlington Police Division.…

Co-existing With Wildlife - Coyotes City archive Fri, Jun 5, 2026 Many species of wildlife are adept at adjusting to changing habitats and the presence of humans, capitalizing on new food sources and nesting opportunities. Here are some resources and tips for making sure your property is less attractive to wildlife such as coyotes, and for…

Spend Summer Nights Under the Stars at Movies in the Parks City archive Wed, Jun 3, 2026 Get ready for another season of outdoor movie nights as Movies in the Parks returns to Upper Arlington this summer, bringing families, friends and neighbors together for free evenings of entertainment in some of the community’s favorite parks. Hosted by Upper Arlington Parks &…

Good Neighbor Reminders for Dog Owners City archive Tue, Jun 2, 2026 ANIMAL & WILDLIFE CONTROL TIPS & RESOURCES 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…

Traffic Impacts Announced for Arts on Arlington City archive Tue, Jun 2, 2026 As the City of Upper Arlington prepares for Arts on Arlington, several temporary parking restrictions and road closures will be in place to support event setup, operations and public safety. Residents and attendees are encouraged to review the following impacts and plan ahead…

Warm Weather Brings Unwanted Guests: Mosquitoes City archive Fri, May 29, 2026 MOSQUITO CONTROL Like clockwork, a rainy spring followed by warm weather brings mosquitoes out just in time for summer. Mosquitoes are not only a nuisance, they are a potential health risk as transmitters of diseases such as West Nile, La Crosse Encephalitis and St. Louis…

Gaming Gets an Upgrade with E-Sports Member Amenity City archive Thu, May 28, 2026 This summer, E-Sports programming at the Bob Crane Community Center will transition into a dedicated member amenity, offering added value as part of the membership experience. Access to the E-Sports Room will be included with a base Bob Crane Community Center membership…

Arts on Arlington Returns to Celebrate the Start of Summer City archive Thu, May 28, 2026 Arts on Arlington returns to The Mallway on Friday, June 5 from 6-9 pm for an evening that showcases the creativity, talent and energy of the Upper Arlington community. This award-winning summer event invites families and neighbors to enjoy live music, explore handcrafted works…

Deadline Reminder for Upper Arlington Assessment on Aging Survey City archive Wed, May 27, 2026 UPPER ARLINGTON ASSESSMENT ON AGING SURVEY Deadline: Sunday, May 31 To help the City build a robust service and support program for older adults, we invite our community's older adults, their caregivers and family members are invited to complete a survey designed to gather…

Pride Month Flag Raising Ceremony City archive Tue, May 26, 2026 4:30-6 pm, Monday, June 1 Municipal Services Center Plaza, 3600 Tremont Road June is globally recognized as Pride Month, a time of celebration and reflection for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Born out of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York, the first Pride March took…

Electric Scooter and E-Bike Safety Reminders City archive Fri, May 22, 2026 ELECTRIC SCOOTER & E-BIKE SAFETY Beginning in June, City Council will be considering a proposed registration and safety program for e-scooters, e-bikes and other motorized vehicles. In preparation for this review, the community has been invited to share their thoughts on the…

UACA Memorial Day Run Traffic Restrictions City archive Thu, May 21, 2026 UACA’S MEMORIAL DAY RUN The Upper Arlington Civic Association’s Memorial Day Run is scheduled for the morning Monday, May 25, beginning and ending at Reed Road Park. To accommodate a safe time for everyone, our Police Division will be implementing no parking and temporary road…

City Launches New Alerts & Notifications System City archive Thu, May 21, 2026 REGISTER FOR ALERTS & NOTIFICATIONS The City of Upper Arlington is launching a new alerts and notifications system designed to keep residents and businesses better informed and connected to important City updates. Through this new platform, residents can now choose to receive…

An American Town: Celebrating 250 Years City archive Wed, May 20, 2026 May 20-July 17, 2026 Bob Crane Community Center, Level 5 As the nation marks its 250th birthday, Upper Arlington reflects on its own unique story of community, tradition, and civic pride through a special exhibition featuring images from Portrait of an American Town alongside…

UA Business Spotlight: Chef-O-Nette City archive Tue, May 19, 2026 For decades, Chef-O-Nette has been part of the fabric of Upper Arlington, serving up classic diner fare and a sense of nostalgia that keeps generations of customers coming back. Located at 2090 Tremont Center, the beloved neighborhood restaurant has long been known as a…

Five Points Intersection Improvements Project Update City archive Mon, May 18, 2026 FIVE POINTS INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT It has long been recognized that the Five Points intersection struggles to accommodate motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists efficiently and safely. In 2025, the City contracted with American Structurepoint, Inc. to develop concepts…

Northwest Kiwanis Youth Soccer Program to Transition to UA Parks & Rec City archive Mon, May 18, 2026 REGISTER HERE FOR YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE A 50-year community tradition is transitioning to new stewardship, as the Kiwanis Club of Northwest Columbus hands over the reins for its youth recreational soccer program to the City of Upper Arlington’s Parks & Recreation Department.…

One-Year Report for the Bob Crane Community Center City archive Fri, May 15, 2026 BOB CRANE COMMUNITY CENTER In late April, UA Parks & Recreation Staff provided an update to City Council on the Bob Crane Community Center following its first full year of operation. For anyone concerned that the Community Center would not be a wise investment for the City, the…

Police Division Hosting “Cram-A-Cruiser” Food Drive for Local Food Pantry City archive Thu, May 14, 2026 In recognition of National Police Week, the Upper Arlington Police Division invites the community to take part in a Cram-A-Cruiser Food Drive benefiting the Heart to Heart Food Pantry. The event provides a simple and convenient way for residents to support local families in need…

UA CARES Expands Prevention and Support Services for Residents City archive Thu, May 14, 2026 The Upper Arlington Fire Division’s UA CARES program has expanded its community-based approach to care with the addition of a licensed social worker to the team. Nate Hall, a licensed social worker with UA CARES, works alongside first responders to support residents beyond…

Meet the Master Plan Steering Committee City archive Wed, May 13, 2026 UPPER ARLINGTON MASTER PLAN The City's Master Plan update process is in full swing. Guided by lead consultant firm, OHM Advisors, the new Master Plan will encompass significant updates to the City's current Master Plan – originally developed in 2001 – and the 2017 Parks &…

Police Division Welcomes Four New Officers During National Police Week City archive Wed, May 13, 2026 The Upper Arlington Police Division welcomed four new officers during a ceremonial swearing-in at the Municipal Services Center. The ceremony took place during National Police Week, which recognizes the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers across the country.…

2026 Wall of Honor Ceremony City archive Mon, May 11, 2026 3 pm, Sunday, May 17 3600 Tremont Road ABOUT THE WALL OF HONOR The City of Upper Arlington and the Upper Arlington Historical Society invite the community to join us for the 2026 Wall of Honor Ceremony, beginning at 3 pm on Sunday, May 17 at the Municipal Services Center, 3600…

Mother's Day Flower Sale City archive Thu, May 7, 2026 9 am-5 pm, Friday, May 8 & Saturday, May 9 Tremont Shopping Center The Upper Arlington Fire Fighters Local 1521 is hosting its annual flower sale fundraiser in the lead up to Mother’s Day. All flower sale contributions help them support a variety of charities. Stop by to peruse…

2026 Upper Arlington Farmers Market City archive Wed, May 6, 2026 3-6 pm, Wednesdays Starting May 13 Dorset Road by Tremont Center UPPER ARLINGTON FARMERS MARKET You know Spring is truly here when local farmers markets start opening for the season, providing community members direct access to fresh produce from hard-working farm families.…

City to Consider a Registration and Safety Program for e-Bikes and e-Scooters City archive Wed, May 6, 2026 OVERVIEW OF PROPOSED MOBILITY DEVICE REGISTRATION AND SAFETY PROGRAM TAKE OUR SURVEY ON THE PROPOSED MOBILITY DEVICE REGISTRATION AND SAFETY PROGRAM Deadline May 24 In recent years, e-bikes and e-scooters have become an increasing presence in our community. The City has been…

Upper Arlington Assessment on Aging City archive Tue, May 5, 2026 UPPER ARLINGTON ASSESSMENT ON AGING SURVEY Since consolidating various older adult programs under the City's service umbrella at the beginning of 2026, the team has been working to enhance existing programming, explore new service options, centralize and expand volunteer…

Public Open House Planned for 2026 Street Reconstruction Program City archive Fri, May 1, 2026 The City of Upper Arlington Engineering Division will host a public open house-style meeting to share information about the upcoming 2026 Street Reconstruction Program. Residents are invited to attend anytime between 5–6:30 pm on Wednesday, May 13, at the Municipal Services…

May/June 2026 UA Insight Newsletter City archive Thu, Apr 30, 2026 MAY/JUNE 2026 UA INSIGHT The May/June edition of the UA Insight resident newsletter is heading to all UA homes, filled with news and updates from the City of Upper Arlington, Upper Arlington Schools and the Upper Arlington Public Library. Updates from the City in this latest…

Celebrate a New Season with UA Parks & Rec at Spring Fling City archive Wed, Apr 29, 2026 Spring is back in Upper Arlington, and so is one of the community’s favorite traditions. The annual Spring Fling returns on Saturday, May 9, from 11 am–2 pm at Sunny 95 Park, offering a free, family-friendly afternoon filled with activities for all ages. Hosted by the Parks &…

COTA Hosts Public Meetings for Short Range Transit Plan City archive Thu, Apr 23, 2026 COTA SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN The way residents in Central Ohio travel is changing, and the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) has been studying where residents live, work and move. Based on their findings, COTA is proposing service adjustments to meet these changing needs…

2026 UA Culture & Artisans Fair City archive Wed, Apr 22, 2026 10 am-3 pm, Saturday, May 2 St. Mark’s Episcopal Church 2151 Dorset Road UA CULTURE & ARTISANS FAIR The community is invited to join us for the Fourth Annual UA Culture and Artisans Fair, from 10 am-3pm, on Saturday, May 2. This vibrant and welcoming event is made possible…

UA Business Spotlight: Argo & Lehne Jewelers City archive Tue, Apr 21, 2026 Upper Arlington is home to a diverse and thriving business community, and every business has a story worth sharing. The UA Business Spotlight video series highlights local businesses across our community—showcasing their history, their people, and what makes Upper Arlington a…

New E-Waste Recycling Drop-Off Available at Tremont Library City archive Mon, Apr 20, 2026 The City of Upper Arlington has added a new, convenient location for residents to recycle electronic waste. Drop-off bins are now available at the Upper Arlington Public Library – Tremont Road Branch, located in the vestibule just outside the sliding exit door. The bins are…

2026 Arbor Day Ceremony City archive Fri, Apr 17, 2026 1:30 pm, Thursday, April 23 Sunny 95 Park The positive impact that trees have on our communities is far-reaching. They add beauty to our neighborhoods and public spaces, naturally filter pollutants from the air, provide cooling shade during the hottest days of summer, and foster…

Fire Hydrant Flushing Schedule Announced City archive Wed, Apr 15, 2026 FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING DETAILS & SCHEDULE The Upper Arlington Fire Division will be conducting fire hydrant flushing operations beginning the week of April 20. This annual process is part of a fire hydrant maintenance program that keeps hydrants in operable condition and…

Arts on Arlington Seeks Central Ohio Artists and Artisans City archive Tue, Apr 14, 2026 The Cultural Arts Division is now accepting applications for artists and artisans to participate in the annual Arts on Arlington event. Established in 2022, this award-winning summertime showcase highlights the exceptional talent of Central Ohio artists and artisans and brings…

DEA Drug Take Back Event City archive Mon, Apr 13, 2026 10 am-2 pm Saturday, April 25 Fire Station 72 on Reed Road DEA DRUG TAKE BACK EVENTS Despite all the efforts and resources from public health agencies and safety personnel, opioid and heroin addiction remains a major health and safety crisis in our state and across the nation.…