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The County Manager's Office of Communications and Public Engagement is also there to help citizens understand, navigate and participate in local government. See more of what they do on their webpage:
Safety Improvements Coming to Langston and John Marshall Dr.
This spring, Arlington County will make safety improvements at the intersection of Langston Boulevard and John Marshall Drive. This project, identified through crash data and community reports, will build out the existing marked curb extension at the northeast corner, provide a curb extension at the northwest corner, add a pedestrian refuge median, and install three Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) at the intersection. Construction will tentatively begin the week of April 21 and last approximately 4 months, weather permitting. There may be temporary closures of the sidewalks, crosswalks, and general travel lanes during the project. All road users should be alert for lane shifts and obey instructions from traffic flaggers. People walking and biking will be routed safely through the work area. You should expect inconveniences such as traffic impacts, sidewalk and lane closures, dust and noise. We will make every effort to minimize these inconveniences and we greatly appreciate your patience and understanding during this process. For more information contact Kiara Candelaria Nieves Communications Specialist, Operations, Department of Environmental Services, Communications & Public Engagement (703) 228-4951 kcnieves@arlingtonva.us
Upcoming Paving Projects
Stewart Park Basketball Court to be closed for milling and repaving on May 9th. This date is firm unless postponed due to weather or an unforeseen emergency.
The 2025 Street Paving Schedule Map can be found here:
(you'll have to scroll down until you find "2025 Paving Map" and "Paving Dashboard".)
Tuckahoe Park Volunteer Events May 17
Promoting Nature in AEFCCA
Mary McLean, Tuckahoe Park Steward would like to hear from residents interested in supporting and preserving the natural world around us, not just in Tuckahoe Park but in our own backyards. Contact marydmclean@verizon.net to receive regular information about ongoing programs and activities in the neighborhood, in Arlington County and in Northern Virginia. Attached is a link to just one site Mary would like to share, and a link to a site where you can sign up for volunteer opportunities at Tuckahoe and other Arlington Parks
Thanks for Taking the County's Transportation Survey
Thanks for responding to the County's call for feedback on pedestrian safety. Preliminary analysis of feedback available here:
Pedestrian Safety Issues
Hazardous intersections and pedestrian crossings, routine speeding on residential streets? Do you know of a specific location unsafe for pedestrians that you would like to see addressed by Arlington County? The Civic Association is preparing a list of such places in AEFCCA for County officials so please let us know at aefcca2020@gmail.com. Provide a detailed description of the location and problem and we will include it on our list. Send it to aefcca2020@gmail.com.
Arlington Art Truck
Did you know that Arlington has a mobile Art truck? It visits different locations throughout the County bringing art projects for people of all ages to engage in!
To learn more go to their website: Arlington Art Truck
They are also looking for volunteers to help with these creative events if you are interested send an email to: lsimpson@arlingtonva.us
Sycamore St. Improvement Project (Complete Streets)
A project design for multi-modal safety improvements on Sycamore Street near the Metro Station is now complete.
Details can be seen at the links below:
Crossman Run Stormwater Improvements
Arlington County is planning to improve stormwater resilience in the Crossman Run watershed which lies in our Civic Association area. For details go to:
Helicopter Noise Complaint Links
Are the Choppers bugging you too? Here's where you can learn more and get you two cents in!
https://beyer.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5829
https://www.planenoise.com/dcmetro/
Plan Langston Blvd. and East Falls Church
The AEFCCA area was not included in Plan Langston Boulevard (approved by the County Board on November 11,2023) as it has a relatively recent redevelopment plan: The East Falls Church Area Plan (look under the Planning tab). The County Board also committed to take action in the short term to bring WMATA (Metro) and VDOT together to discuss their interest in development of the Park and Ride site which they jointly own. Only after confirming such interest, a review of the East Falls Church Area Plan could then take place, but is not likely to occur for several years. The County's stated purpose of such a review is to "align" the goals and recommendations of the East Falls Church Area Plan with those of Plan Langston. This should be a straightforward task as the goals of both Plans are largely the same: transit-oriented development that promotes economic vitality and environmental sustainability, that diversifies the housing stock available for families of diverse economic means, that creates a sense of place, and that promotes streetscapes that are safe for all.
The AEFCCA is represented on the Langston Blvd. Alliance President's Breakfast by John Wilson in order to stay abreast of relevant developments in the Plan that may affect AEFCCA.
For more info and to sign up for the Plan Langston Newsletter see:
Arlington Neighborhoods Program Proposal for Stewart Park Playground
Area residents and users of the Stewart Park Playground were seeking funding under the Arlington Neighborhoods Program (ANP) to replace the aging playground equipment and facilities. The project was presented to and given priority by the AEFCCA Executive Board and is now formally in the ANP queue. It will be two years, however, before design can begin. In the meanwhile, other sources of capital funding can be pursued by interested neighbors. Update, April 2025: The scoping and costing of the project have begun but preparation of a stormwater management plan has resulted in some delay. Approval will likely come in 2026.
