City of Upper Arlington: archive

History Speaks Event Traces the Story of the Walcutt-Legg Cemetery and Its Revolutionary War Veteran City archive Thu, Apr 9, 2026 1:30-3 pm, Sunday, April 19 Wellington School, 3650 Reed Road HISTORY SPEAKS EVENT DETAILS The next event in the Upper Arlington Historical Society’s History Speaks Series shines a spotlight on a small, little-known cemetery tucked between the Wellington School and the adjacent…

Stormwater Master Plan Survey Now Open City archive Wed, Apr 8, 2026 STORMWATER MASTER PLAN SURVEY STORMWATER MASTER PLAN UPDATE A combination of changing weather patterns, regional growth, and aging underground stormwater infrastructure is increasing the risks for flooding around the City’s natural waterways and in other parts of the community.…

Temporary Daytime Pool Closure City archive Wed, Apr 8, 2026 The indoor pool at the Bob Crane Community Center will be temporarily closed from 10 am-4 pm on Friday, April 10 while crews perform routine maintenance on the pool filter. This timeframe was intentionally selected during one of the facility’s least busy periods to minimize…

Good Neighbor Reminders for Dog Owners City archive Mon, Apr 6, 2026 Spring 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…

Sustainability Fair at Tremont Library City archive Fri, Apr 3, 2026 10 am-1 pm, Saturday, April 11 Tremont Library The Tremont Library is hosting a Sustainability Fair on Saturday, April 11. Co-sponsored with Sustainable UA, the event celebrates the various initiatives happening in our community to help us all become better stewards of our…

Drone Mapping Work to Take Place Across Upper Arlington City archive Thu, Apr 2, 2026 Beginning April 3, residents may notice drone activity throughout Upper Arlington as part of a citywide aerial mapping project. The City has contracted with a professional mapping firm to capture updated aerial imagery using small, unmanned aircraft systems. This work will take…

New Date Announced for 2026 Beggar’s Night City archive Wed, Apr 1, 2026 The City of Upper Arlington is moving its annual Beggar’s Night for 2026 to April 1. Over the past several years, the City has received a wide range of feedback from residents requesting adjustments to the traditional late-October schedule. Concerns have included weather…

Cherry Blossom Celebration City archive Fri, Mar 27, 2026 5 pm, Monday, April 6 Mallway Park, Arlington Avenue Members of the Upper Arlington Community Relations Committee (CRC), Asian American Community Services (AACS), and the Upper Arlington Library invite residents to join them for the Fourth Annual Cherry Blossom Celebration…

Unclaimed Property Notice City archive Thu, Mar 26, 2026 Notice is hereby given that a petition for forfeiture will be filed in Franklin County, Ohio Common Pleas Court against the following property that was seized by the Upper Arlington Police Division on the date shown. The property is being held by the Upper Arlington Police…

UA Civic Association’s Easter Egg Hunt City archive Wed, Mar 25, 2026 EASTER EGG HUNT & BUNNY TRAIL DETAILS 10 am, Saturday, March 28 Thompson Park Get ready for the fastest 55 seconds in UA, as the Upper Arlington Civic Association hosts its annual Easter Egg Hunt this coming Saturday, March 28 at Thompson Park. The fun begins promptly at 10 am…

Cultural Arts Division Call for Artists for “In Pursuit of Happiness” Exhibition City archive Tue, Mar 24, 2026 The City’s Cultural Arts Division is encouraging local artists to participate in an upcoming community showcase marking a significant chapter in the nation’s history. Called “In Pursuit of Happiness,” the exhibition will take place at the Concourse Gallery, located at 3600…

Public Open House Scheduled for Stormwater Master Plan Update City archive Mon, Mar 23, 2026 STORMWATER MASTER PLAN UPDATE A combination of changing weather patterns, regional growth, and aging underground stormwater infrastructure is increasing the risks for flooding around the City’s natural waterways and in other parts of the community. Last updated in 1999, the…

Fire Division Celebrates Promotions of Four Firefighters City archive Mon, Mar 23, 2026 The Upper Arlington Fire Division recently recognized four members during a promotion ceremony held at the Municipal Services Center. Joseph Smith and David Wisner were promoted to Battalion Chief, while Justin Farley and Joshua Moore were promoted to Lieutenant. Surrounded by…

2026 Safety Town Registration City archive Fri, Mar 20, 2026 Safety Town is a summer preschool program hosted by the UA Police Division that teaches children all aspects of child safety. Founded in 1971, approximately 400 children attend Safety Town each year, learning how to make wise decisions in potentially dangerous situations, and…

Won't You Be Our Neighbor Podcast City archive Fri, Mar 20, 2026 As Darren is on suspension from the podcast, the "Real Deal Thiel" is on to co-host with Steve for this episode of Won’t You Be Our Neighbor. Jackie and Steve welcome on Allison Russo, who is running for Secretary of State and a UA resident. The trio talk over Russo’s 30 years…

Water Meter Replacements Pending for Properties North of Zollinger Road City archive Mon, Mar 16, 2026 COLUMBUS ENHANCED METER PROJECT The City of Columbus Division of Water is about to begin a second phase of water meter replacements in Upper Arlington, this time focusing on all properties north of Zollinger Road. This work is expected to take several months to complete, with…

Call for Artists: Public Art Opportunity at Bob Crane Community Center City archive Fri, Mar 13, 2026 The City of Upper Arlington Parks & Recreation Department is seeking artists or artist teams to design and install a site-specific sculptural or three-dimensional artwork for the entry lobby of the Bob Crane Community Center. The selected piece will help define a gathering space…

OCMA Honors Upper Arlington for Transformative Placemaking Project City archive Wed, Mar 11, 2026 The City of Upper Arlington has been recognized with an Ohio City/County Management Association (OCMA) Annual Award for excellence in placemaking for the Bob Crane Community Center. The OCMA Awards celebrate local government projects and individuals that go above and beyond to…

Parks & Recreation Spring and Summer Hiring Fairs City archive Thu, Mar 5, 2026 Upper Arlington Parks & Recreation is growing and looking for enthusiastic team members for the spring and summer seasons. Attend one of our upcoming hiring fairs to learn how you can make an impact in the community. Hiring fair attendees will have the opportunity to participate…

Invasive Plants Trade-in Program City archive Wed, Mar 4, 2026 INVASIVE PLANT TRADE-IN PROGRAM The Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District is providing an Invasive Trade-in Program for residents of participating communities, including Upper Arlington. Through this program, residents that remove an invasive tree or shrub from their…

2025 Income Tax Filings City archive Fri, Feb 27, 2026 TAXES IN UPPER ARLINGTON The April 15 tax filing deadline is fast approaching. In Upper Arlington, all residents aged 18 years and over must file an annual income tax return with the City, regardless of whether any tax is due. The City uses the services of the Regional Income…

Community Health and Wellness Fair City archive Wed, Feb 25, 2026 10 am-2 pm, Saturday, March 7 Tremont Library COMMUNITY HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR Stop by the Tremont Library on March 7, where you will discover more than 20 local health and wellness focused organizations ready to share information about their services. Exhibitors include…

Tri-Village Packers Updates City archive Mon, Feb 23, 2026 TRI-VILLAGE PACKERS Formed in 2023, the community partnership known as the Tri-Village Packers has been providing breakfast and lunch items, healthy snacks and grocery gift cards to children in the Upper Arlington and Grandview school districts who are experiencing food…

March/April 2026 UA Insight Newsletter City archive Fri, Feb 20, 2026 MARCH/APRIL UA INSIGHT NEWSLETTER (PDF File) The March/April 2026 edition of our UA Insight print newsletter is on its way to homes, bringing you updates from the City of Upper Arlington, Upper Arlington Schools, and Upper Arlington Library. Updates from the City of Upper…

Franklin Soil & Water Conservation District Tree and Plant Sale City archive Thu, Feb 19, 2026 TREE AND PLANT SALE In preparation for the upcoming growing season, the Franklin Soil & Water Conservation District is once again taking orders for sapling trees (typically 18” tall), shrubs and perennials that are native to Ohio or nearby states, as part of its annual Tree and…

Five Points Intersection Improvements Project Update City archive Wed, Feb 18, 2026 FIVE POINTS INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT It has long been recognized that the Five Points intersection is dated and struggles to accommodate motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists efficiently and safely. As the arterial streets feeding into the intersection undergo…

2026 City Council Board & Commission Appointments City archive Wed, Feb 18, 2026 BOARD AND COMMISSION PORTAL AND APPLICATION The City is fortunate to have many residents who are willing to donate their time and expertise serving on the various Boards and Commissions that have been formed to address specific community issues. In return, these individuals are…

Parking Changes for Kingsdale Shopping Center City archive Fri, Feb 13, 2026 Visitors to the Bob Crane Community Center are advised of upcoming parking enforcement changes at the Kingsdale Shopping Center. Beginning the week of February 16, 2026, the Kingsdale Shopping Center will begin issuing parking warnings to vehicles parked in spaces not designated…

Celebrating a Century of Black History City archive Tue, Feb 10, 2026 Celebrate a century of Black history through music, art, and voices that honor legacy and lived experience. Through dynamic performances and vibrant visual expression, this celebration shows how art keeps history alive. The Black History Month 100th Year Celebration will take…

Tickets on Sale Now for Community Relations Committee’s Third Annual Iftar Dinner City archive Fri, Feb 6, 2026 6-9 pm, Wednesday, March 11 Bob Crane Community Center, 3200 Tremont Road PURCHASE IFTAR TICKETS The Community Relations Committee invites the community to join them for the Third Annual Iftar Dinner, in celebration of Ramadan. The Iftar Dinner is part of the CRC’s Welcome…

Be Salt Smart During the Winter Months City archive Tue, Feb 3, 2026 FRANKLIN SOIL & WATER – BE SALT SMART FOR WATER QUALITY We’ve had more than our fair share of snow so far this winter, and last week’s Snowstorm Fern was one for the record books. During the winter months, the use of road salt and deicers is a necessary part of public safety…

History Speaks: UA Historical Society Celebrates 50th Anniversary City archive Wed, Jan 28, 2026 UPPER ARLINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY The Upper Arlington Historical Society is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, as the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary. To celebrate, the Society’s first History Speaks event of the year is focused on its roots in the…

Adjustment to Indoor Pool Hours City archive Wed, Jan 28, 2026 Beginning Sunday, February 1, 2026, the Bob Crane Community Center indoor pool will close at 4:45 pm on the first Sunday of each month to allow for staff training. These regularly scheduled training sessions ensure our aquatics team is well prepared to maintain a safe…

A Look Back and a Look Forward with Council President Ukeme Awakessien Jeter City archive Tue, Jan 27, 2026 With the start of the New Year comes a transition in our community leaders, with City Council welcoming three new members into its ranks – Nic Fortkamp, Laura Oldham, and Ben Tracy, the return of Ukeme Awakessien Jeter for her second term, and Council members' selection of the…

Community Open House Scheduled for Zollinger Road Mobility & Safety Improvements Project City archive Mon, Jan 26, 2026 6-8 pm, Wednesday, February 4 Level 5 Event Center, Bob Crane Community Center, 3200 Tremont Road ZOLLINGER ROAD MOBILITY & SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS The City of Upper Arlington is continuing to advance the Zollinger Road Mobility & Safety Improvement Project, with the next round of…

Trash & Recycling Collection Delay City archive Sun, Jan 25, 2026 Due to the significant winter snowstorm impacting Ohio, trash and recycling collection will be delayed by one day this week for all collection zones. Local Waste Services, the City’s trash and recycling provider, has implemented the one-day delay to allow crews to safely…

City Facilities Closed Due to Winter Storm City archive Sun, Jan 25, 2026 Due to the significant winter snowstorm affecting Ohio — bringing multiple inches of snow and dangerously cold temperatures — several City facilities and services are impacted as conditions continue to be monitored. Bob Crane Community Center The Bob Crane Community Center, 3200…

First City Utility Invoice for 2026 Heading to UA Households City archive Fri, Jan 23, 2026 SEMI-ANNUAL UTILITY BILLING The first of two semi-annual utility invoices from the City for 2026 will be heading to UA households at the end of January. These invoices include the Solid Waste Fees, the Stormwater Utility Fee, and in some cases, a Neighborhood Lighting Utility…

Won’t You Be Our Neighbor Podcast City archive Fri, Jan 23, 2026 It’s Season 5 of Won’t You Be Our Neighbor and Steve and Darren are joined by very special guest, Dr. Jason Sayat. Jason is the Community Relations Committee Chair and OBGYN who lives and practices in Upper Arlington. With a unique perspective on Upper Arlington, Jason talks…

Bob Crane Community Center Entrance Closure City archive Fri, Jan 23, 2026 Planning a visit to the Bob Crane Community Center this weekend? Please note that the main entrance will be closed through Monday, January 26. All members and visitors should use the Member Entrance on the south side of the facility, which will be open during regular operating…

Taste the Best of Upper Arlington During 614 Restaurant Week City archive Thu, Jan 22, 2026 Experience the best of Upper Arlington’s dining scene during 614 Restaurant Week! From January 26 to 31, participating restaurants are serving up specially curated three-course menus at a fraction of their regular price, giving you the chance to explore local favorites, try…

Older Adult Services Community Conversations City archive Thu, Jan 22, 2026 After a months-long evaluation process, the New Year marks the consolidation of several community-driven older adult programs under the City's service umbrella. This includes programs previously provided by the Upper Arlington Commission on Aging, such as the UA Village and the…

Upper Arlington Responding to Ongoing Winter Storm City archive Thu, Jan 22, 2026 Upper Arlington and communities across Ohio are currently experiencing a significant winter storm bringing heavy snow and cold temperatures. As conditions continue to evolve, multiple inches of snow are expected across the area. Upper Arlington Public Service crews are actively…

Tri-Village Packers Spring Break Program Seeks Funding Support City archive Wed, Jan 21, 2026 TRI-VILLAGE PACKERS Formed in 2023, the community partnership known as the Tri-Village Packers has been providing breakfast and lunch items, healthy snacks and grocery gift cards to children in the Upper Arlington and Grandview school districts who are experiencing food…

UAPD Officer Graduates from Ohio State Highway Patrol Training Academy City archive Tue, Jan 20, 2026 The Ohio State Highway Patrol Training Academy celebrated the graduation of its 153rd Basic Peace Officer Training Class on January 16, 2026. The Upper Arlington Police Division was among 29 law enforcement agencies from across Ohio represented at the ceremony, with Officer…

Community Meeting Scheduled for Five Points Intersection Improvements Project City archive Tue, Jan 20, 2026 NEW COMMUNITY MEETING & OPEN HOUSE DATE 5:30-7:30 pm, Tuesday, February 10 | 6 pm Presentation Level 5 Event Center, Bob Crane Community Center 3200 Tremont Road FIVE POINTS INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT By the end of 2026, the three major streets that come together at the…

2026 Wall of Honor Inductee Announced City archive Fri, Jan 16, 2026 UPPER ARLINGTON WALL OF HONOR The City of Upper Arlington and the Upper Arlington Historical Society are pleased to announce that John Steven Christie is the 2026 Upper Arlington Wall of Honor inductee. A distinguished business professional, John Christie’s career spanned…

2026 Columbia Gas Construction Projects Begin City archive Fri, Jan 16, 2026 COLUMBIA GAS INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES Columbia Gas is beginning the second year of major infrastructure upgrades in our community, and the projects slated for 2026 are in their beginning stages. These projects traverse several of the City’s busiest roadways, and impacts on…

Upper Arlington Part of America 250-Ohio Celebrations in 2026 City archive Wed, Jan 14, 2026 UA CELEBRATES AMERICA 250-OHIO The U.S. Semiquincentennial — marking 250 years since the nation’s founding in 1776 — is here, and UA is ready to be part of the celebrations. This milestone year for our nation provides a time to reflect on the ideals that shaped the United States…

Upper Arlington Repair Cafe City archive Sat, Jan 10, 2026 10 am-1 pm, Saturday, January 17 Tremont Library, 2800 Tremont Road SUSTAINABLE UA Sustainable UA and the UA Public Library are pleased to be hosting the community’s first Repair Café, on Saturday, January 17, from 10 am-1 pm, at the Tremont Library. Repair Cafes are free…