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Reimagine Route 1

Reimagine Route 1

[ 0 ] October 7, 2020 |

Yesterday, the National Landing Business Improvement District (BID) released its new report, Reimagine Route 1, which aims to start the conversation about the bold vision to transform Route 1 into a […]

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October Community-led Activities at the Park

October Community-led Activities at the Park

[ 0 ] October 4, 2020 |

You may have noticed a lot of cool things happening at Virginia Highlands Park this summer. Well, they are continuing through September – see the current events flyer.

These are all volunteer-led activities that can be done safely and socially distanced. If you have an activity that you would like to organize, and that can be done safely in the open field space in the west side of Virginia Highlands Park, please contact info@aurorahighlands.org.

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September 2020 Newsletter

September 2020 Newsletter

[ 0 ] September 4, 2020 |

Join us SEPTEMBER 9 to talk with the Arlington Police Department about recent crime and state delegate Mark Levine on the recent special legislative session focused on the budget, covid relief, and justice reform.

Read the newsletter for more community updates on community activites at the park, route 1 connectivity, Ives park beautification, temporary dog park update, potential plastic bag tax, Highlands Urban Garden, and much more!

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Airplane Noise Virtual Community Conversation & Aircraft Noise Mitigation Study Kickoff!

Airplane Noise Virtual Community Conversation & Aircraft Noise Mitigation Study Kickoff!

[ 0 ] September 3, 2020 |

Summary of the DCA Airplane Noise Mitigation Study, and online engagement survey, open until Sept 21st.

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September Community-led Activities at the Park

September Community-led Activities at the Park

[ 0 ] September 3, 2020 |

You may have noticed a lot of cool things happening at Virginia Highlands Park this summer. Well, they are continuing through September – see the current events flyer.

These are all volunteer-led activities that can be done safely and socially distanced. If you have an activity that you would like to organize, and that can be done safely in the open field space in the west side of Virginia Highlands Park, please contact info@aurorahighlands.org.

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Statement from ACPD on recent crime

Statement from ACPD on recent crime

[ 0 ] September 3, 2020 |

The following statement was provided from the Arlington County Police Department in response to inquiries about the apparent uptick in crimes.

ACPD will be at the Wednesday, Sept 9 civic association meeting to discuss stats and answer community questions.

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Get ready, get set, VOTE!

Get ready, get set, VOTE!

[ 0 ] September 3, 2020 |

Everything you need to know about voting in the November 3, 2020 General Election. But don’t wait, there are registration and mail-in deadlines coming up!

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Route 1 “boulevard” conversion

Route 1 “boulevard” conversion

[ 0 ] August 25, 2020 |

Tune in Wednesday for a discussion on the potential to lower Route 1 to grade, and the potential impacts to access, traffic, safety, and more.

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Community-led Activities at the Park

Community-led Activities at the Park

[ 0 ] August 9, 2020 |

You may have noticed a lot of cool things happening at Virginia Highlands Park this summer. Well, they are continuing through August – see the current events flyer.

These are all volunteer-led activities that can be done safely and socially distanced. If you have an activity that you would like to organize, and that can be done safely in the open field space in the west side of Virginia Highlands Park, please contact info@aurorahighlands.org.

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Moving Livability 22202 Forward Zoom Meeting

Moving Livability 22202 Forward Zoom Meeting

[ 0 ] July 23, 2020 |

AHCA, ARCA, And CCCA are hosting a joint meeting to provide a progress report and future outlook on the Livability 22202 work.

The Housing and Open Space working groups will be presenting findings and recommendations, and the Route 1 and Underground working groups that are still getting started will share initial goals.

These efforts are being taken very seriously by the County and other stakeholders, and could have a great influence on how our area develops. So it’s important to hear the consensus ideas we’ve come together on, provide your own input, and show your support.

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