Town of Arlington

Exciting News! Arlington will soon host our 1st ST. JUDE COLOR RUN! 💙❤️💜💛💚🧡 Coordinated by a local AHS student and her father, help make this fun, first-time event a success! You can run or walk 1/2, 1, or 2 miles! ALL proceeds will benefit St. Jude and their mission. * Local businesses can participate too - we're still looking for support & volunteers to make it even better!! https://www.meiyarollins.com/color-run

In case you see them in your neighborhood, please know RightFiber has received a permit to conduct door-to-door solicitation in Arlington until May 8th. Anyone from RightFiber engaging in solicitation will carry a permit issued by the Town & an ID badge. Residents are entitled to ask to see both the permit and the ID. Any complaints of aggressive sales or inappropriate behavior should be directed to the Town Recorder at bowens@townofarlington.org . In the case of more serious situations, residents should contact Shelby County Sheriff's office.

Town-wide street sweeping starts next Monday (4/29). Work usually takes 5-7 days, depending on weather. Please try not to park on the streets during the sweeping, to allow trucks access to the most areas possible!

UPDATE - due to weather, the repair has been postponed until Friday (April 26th). ROAD CLOSURE - A block of Campbell Ave. will be closed on Thursday, April 25th to allow for repair to a sewer line. The closure will occur between Jackson and Greenlee Streets.

The Library is hosting a very special Chess Club on Monday, April 29th. Chess Master Alex King will join us and even play blindfolded!

REMINDER - a section of Chester Street will be CLOSED between Larry Anderson & Pinckley starting tomorrow, April 24th. We know it may be inconvenient, but it's needed to allow reconstruction of a bridge in the affected area. Traffic can use Airline Road or Larry Anderson to detour around the closure. Thank you for your patience!

Arlington in April is this coming Saturday! Don't miss your favorite entertainment on The Crossing Amphitheater stage!

📢 NOTICE - Temporary Odor: It seems current improvements to our local wastewater treatment plant have resulted in some unintended odor issues. We understand this may cause inconvenience and concern for our community, and we want to assure you that addressing this matter is a top priority. While we work diligently to complete the necessary upgrades to enhance the efficiency and functionality of the wastewater plant, we ask for your patience and understanding. The process of modernization sometimes comes with temporary challenges, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. In the meantime, our dedicated staff is actively working on finding solutions to mitigate the odor during the upgrades. We are exploring various options and strategies to minimize impacts on the surrounding neighborhoods ASAP. We greatly appreciate your cooperation and understanding during this time of improvement.

🌍 Happy Earth Day 2024, Arlington! 🌿 Let's celebrate our beautiful planet and commit to making a positive impact right here in our community. From recycling and reducing waste to planting trees and conserving energy, every small action adds up to a greener, healthier future for generations to come. #EarthDay2024 #ArlingtonTNCares 🌎💚

Spring Cleaning Reminder! As you're sprucing up your homes and decluttering for the season, we know you'll have things to throw away. Here are some quick tips to ensure we keep your trash and recycle collection running smooth: 1. Sort it, but don't bag it! After you separate your recyclables, just toss them in the bin and never bag them. This helps ensure they gets properly processed. 2. Extra trash, no problem! You're allowed up to 3 extra bags outside of your trash bin. Just be sure they are securely bagged and place beside your bin on collection day. 3. Too heavy, call ahead! Weekly service includes bulky items, but items over 35 pounds fall outside standard service. Call ahead to Waste Pro at (901) 236-0660 and they'll help schedule a pick up. 4. Give a little space! Always place heavy or bulky items away from other things like mailboxes, utility boxes, or light poles to allow the claw truck to access them. Look up too, as items directly under power lines can be tricky. As always, call us if you need us! While WastePro is the Town's contracted trash servicer, you can always call Public Works (7am-3:30pm) if there is a question, or Town Hall (until 5pm M-Th, 4pm Fri) . More information: https://townofarlingtontn.org/page/solid-waste-recycle-collections

Exciting News Alert! Are you on the lookout for new career opportunities? The Town of Arlington has some fantastic job openings waiting for the right candidates! Whether you're passionate about public service, administration, or community development, we have a variety of positions available to suit different skill sets and interests. Join our dynamic team and become a part of making Arlington an even better place to live, work, and play! Check out the job listings and apply today to kickstart your journey towards a fulfilling career with us. Don't miss out on this chance to make a difference in our wonderful community! https://townofarlingtontn.org/page/human-resources #TownOfArlington #JobOpenings #Community #Opportunity #JoinUs

Our LED Conversion of Town streetlights is almost complete! Ameresco will be working to finalize those last few fixtures in the coming week. As a note, gated communities in Town own their lights and will have to contract separately through MLGW to change over their fixtures.

NOTICE - a portion of Chester Street will be CLOSED just south of I-40 starting Wednesday, April 24th to allow for bridge repair/construction. Work is expected to last 90 days.

Reminder - there's a Public Meeting tonight at 5:30pm at Town Hall to discuss the Town's Parks & Recreation Master Plan. This is the last of a series of 3 public meetings on this topic. Please join us if you're interested in learning more on the topic.

REMINDER: The AFD will be conducting annual Fire Hydrant inspections and flushing beginning TOMORROW (April 15) through June 21st. Most hydrants will be flushed between the hours of 9 AM and 4 PM. Items to note during hydrant flushing: - You may notice a decrease in water pressure while hydrants are flushed nearby. - Water is safe to use during this period; however, water discoloration may occur. - Discoloration can be alleviated by running your cold water for several minutes. * We advise you to refrain from washing laundry while discoloration is present. If you experience a continued reduction in flow, we recommend you clean the screen at the tip of your faucet as mineral deposits may have accumulated during the flushing period.

Tell any Farmers or Crafty people you know...Arlington is still looking for Vendors and Food Trucks for the Arlington Crossing Market! Join us weekly, monthly, or for the entire season this year (although we're sure you'll want to join for the entire season). The Market's Grand Opening this year is May 4th - which will be a festival atmosphere, so don't miss out!! We'll have live music, giveaways, disc golf activities, a Tai Chi class you can join, Story Time for the kids, Arlington Fire Trucks, and more!! So reach out today! You can find Vendor Applications and Market info on the Town website: https://www.townofarlington.org/page/the-market

Due to the inclement weather, our Walk with Ease group will walk inside the tornado shelter tonight. The tornado shelter/ Safe Room is located at 11842 Otto Lane (right next to Arlington Elementary). We will meet there from 6:00-7:00 pm. Please wear comfortable, closed toed, walking shoes and bring water. Weather permitting, the next few dates for our walking group is notated below: • Wednesday, April 10th , 6:00 pm at the tornado shelter/safe room. • Friday, April 12th , 6:00 pm at the amphitheater • Monday, April 15th, 6:00 pm at the amphitheater

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICES - BMA & Beer Board - Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:30pm at Town Hall, 5854 Airline Rd The Arlington Beer Board will hold a Public Hearing on May 6, 2024 to consider: an application for OFF premise beer permit for Airline Travel Express located at 4930 Airline Rd in Arlington, Tennessee. The Arlington Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a Public Hearing and a 2nd and Final reading on May 6, 2024, for the following: - Ordinance 2024-03 to amend the Town of Arlington Zoning Map by rezoning a parcel located at 11002 Hwy 64 totaling 4.221 acres on the North side of Hwy 64, approximately 1100 feet east of intersection at Chambers Chapel Rd and Hwy 64, from E: Estate Residential to B2: General Business. - Ordinance 2024-04 to further amend the Town of Arlington, TN Budget for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2024.

Mark your calendars - Arlington in April happens on April 27th!

Local farmers and producers - Arlington is looking for you! Located in our historic Depot Square - the Market pavilion will host our farmers market on two Saturdays a month (1st & 3rd). Ample parking is available nearby, as well as a park with ball fields, restrooms, playground, etc.