Economic Sustainability 

Arlington’s 50-year-old planning vision has brought us great economic and environmental success. However, the next 50 years will present different challenges and, to sustain our excellence, we need the courage and commitment to refresh our progressive vision with new ideas.  (read more)

Embracing Diversity 

Arlington has long been a leader in seeking equality, justice and opportunity for everyone in our community.  As we celebrate our diversity, we must be vigilant in fighting for equality for people of every race, ethnicity, physical ability, gender and orientation.  Today, market forces pose the most significant threat to our diversity, through the loss of affordable housing.  Access to safe, secure housing stabilizes families and gives children a better environment in which to learn and to grow.  Affordable, accessible housing attracts our local work force, frees up personal income to meet other needs and pursue goals, increases the efficiency of our transportation networks, and even enhances our county’s emergency preparedness. (read more)

Supporting our Schools 

Our outstanding public schools benefit every Arlingtonian, attract new residents and employers, and prepare all of our children for the opportunities and challenges of the future. (read more)

Supporting our Neighborhoods

Arlington’s success is rooted in strong, diverse neighborhoods that have unique identities and histories.  Our neighborhoods connect us to each other, reflect our choices and values, and are the origin and hub of important conversations regarding community vision.  Also, our government routinely relies on volunteer organizations to perform complex public outreach to ensure resident participation in policy decisions. (read more)