Town of Arlington

Looking for something fun to do this weekend, Arlington? Don't forget about these 2 fun, free kids events this weekend -

Saturday | 10 AM–Noon | The Crossing Market Pavilion
Goats and Floats arrives with adorable baby goats to pet and delicious ice cream to enjoy.

Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM| The Arlington Library
Tie Dye Palooza is happening, so bring your items and lets make them crazy colorful.

We hope to see you there!

☀️ Summer break means extra helping hands around the house, right?

If the kids complain about garbage chores, show them this handy checklist. A few simple steps can help keep odors down, reduce messes, and make collection safer for everyone:

✅ Bag household garbage securely
✅ Give cans and bottles a quick rinse before recycling
✅ Keep liquids out of trash containers
✅ Clean your bins when needed

A little extra effort now can make a big difference during the hot summer months!

💧 Storm drains are not connected to the wastewater treatment plant.

Water entering a storm drain in the street flows directly to local creeks & rivers, where pool chemicals can harm fish and wildlife.

✅ Pool water should be discharged through approved sanitary sewer connections so it can be treated before being returned to the environment.

Help protect Arlington's waterways by keeping pool water out of the street and storm drain. Every drain leads somewhere, and what goes into a storm drain goes directly to our waterways.

Looking for something fun to do this weekend, Arlington? We've got TWO Summer Fun Series events coming up for the kids!

🎯 Friday | 10 AM–Noon | Mary Alice Park
Inflatable Games are rolling into the park with oversized fun, including inflatable basketball, axe throwing, and more!

🐐🍦 Saturday | 10 AM–Noon | The Crossing Market Pavilion
Goats and Floats arrives with adorable baby goats to pet and delicious ice cream to enjoy.

Both events are FREE, family-friendly, and a great way to make some summer memories. We hope to see you there!

For more information: www.townofarlington.org/page/summer-fun-series

👏 Congratulations to Elizabeth and Ashley!

Thanks to their work with a NRPA grant, Arlington's Senior Center launched the Walk with Ease program that has helped residents get active, build friendships, and gain confidence. Along the way, many participants even went on to compete in the Regional Senior Olympics, bringing home more than 70 medals!

The program was such a success that Ashley and Elizabeth were invited to share Arlington's story in the National Recreation and Park Association's monthly magazine. Their article will be published this summer in the Health and Wellness column.

We're proud of Ashley and Elizabeth for helping make Arlington a healthier, more connected community, and for getting us nationally recognized.

Here's a quick recap of last night's Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BMA) Meeting - June 1, 2026.

If you'd like more details - agendas, minutes, and recordings of Board meetings can be found on the Town website. www.townofarlington.org/documents/departments/administration/agendas-%26-minutes/495388

HYDRANT FLUSHING – WEEKLY UPDATE 💧(Week of June 1-5)

The AFD schedule for flushing hydrants this week is as shown on the attached map. This is part of the annual systemwide maintenance. Work will only occur between 9am - 4pm.

💧REMINDER: You may notice temporary water discoloration and/or lower pressure while crews are in your area. This is normal and should clear if you run cold water for a few minutes. We also recommend waiting to wash laundry until water runs clear.

☀️School's out, summer is here, and Arlington's Summer Fun Series is about to begin! ☀️ Before the fun starts next week, don't forget that three of our June events require advance registration:

- Art in the Park – Create your own masterpiece with the talented team from Dixon Gallery & Gardens.

- Mahjong for Kids – Learn the basics of this fun and popular game during a special two-day class.

- Star-Spangled Parade – Decorate your bike, wagon, stroller, or other ride and join us for a patriotic parade as we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary!

If your child wants to participate in any of these events, don't wait! Spots are limited, and registration helps us make sure everyone has a great experience.

📞 Contact the Parks Department today to reserve your spot - 901-867-9555. More information: www.townofarlington.org/page/summer-fun-series

PUBLIC NOTICE: The Town of Arlington Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a Second & Final Reading and a Public Hearing on Monday, June 1, 2026, at 5:30 PM for the following items:

- Ordinance 2026-06 to amend the Town of Arlington, Tennessee Budget for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2026..

- Ordinance 2026-07 to adopt the Annual budget, Board Compensation, and Property Tax Levy for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027.

BMA meetings are held at Town Hall, 5854 Airline Road, Arlington, TN 38002. Meeting agendas are posted on the Town website and meeting length varies, based on the agenda.

www.townofarlington.org/documents/departments/administration/agendas-%26-minutes/495388

🎨 Arlington - seems it’s time for our semi-annual reminder: please DO NOT put wet paint in your trash bins.

We have a growing mess in the Ewing Place neighborhood this morning, and unfortunately vehicles are now tracking paint onto additional streets.

Wet paint in trash bins not only damages roads and creates difficult cleanup issues, it can also damage garbage trucks and create safety hazards for WastePro employees who may be exposed to paint and chemicals leaking inside collection equipment.

If you need to dispose of paint that is still wet, please use one of these options:

• Take it to Shelby County’s Household Hazardous Waste Facility
• Leave the paint can open until the paint dries completely, then place it in your trash bin
• Donate usable paint to a neighbor or local project

Dispose of paint responsibly Arlington and help keep our neighborhoods clean and safe.