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Crystal City Civic Association
Crystal City Civic Association

A Voice for Crystal City Residents

What’s Coming Next

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There are many changes coming to Crystal City and the surrounding neighborhoods. From Amazon’s development, to BID’s Future Cities plan, you can find all the important information right here.

Livability Framework

The residents of 22202 from Crystal City, Arlington Ridge, and Aurora Highlands have committed to tackling the challenges facing our area with holistic strategies based on shared livability themes to create a better, more livable city. Our shared area encompasses diverse populations and neighborhoods, yet we have many common needs. Designing a livable city requires a comprehensive approach to shaping the built environment to enhance the physical and social health and well-being of all inhabitants and to strengthen community.

You can read the full framework here.

Future Cities Project

The Crystal City Business Improvement District published a strategic plan in May 2019 that will determine objectives for the BID as an organization and a new collective vision for the area as a cohesive and reinvigorated downtown community. The plan serves as a basis for continued engagement with the community and area stakeholders. To learn more about the plan, please click here.

Metropolitan Park Redevelopment

Metropolitan Park, or Metro Park, is multi-phase redevelopment project transforming 16 acres into mixed-use developments. The first five phases have been completed. Phase 6 is currently in process. Phases 7 and 8 are still in development.

Once completed, Metro Park will include over 3,200 residential units and over 35,000 square feet of retail space. The development has been designed to align with the County’s commitment to encourage smart growth and sustainable, walkable development within the metro corridors. 

For in-depth information about the project, visit:

  • Arlington County Metro Park Phase 6 details page.
  • Arlington County updated news on Amazon’s development plans.
  • Crystal City BID Metro Park planning resources page.
  • Schedules for Arlington County Site Plan Review Committee meetings, Planning Commission meetings, and County Board meetings.

Public Projects

In many ways, Crystal City is a neighborhood in transformation. Visit the Arlington County website to see a full list of public projects in the area.

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23 hours ago

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Virginia ABC stores closing in Crystal City and Lee Harrison Shopping Center | ARLnow.com

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Two Virginia ABC stores, one in Crystal City and one just off of Langston Blvd, are closing their doors. The first is expected to close in February and the other will close in March. The last day for …

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Arlington County Snow Update As you might have seen, County snow operations are well underway with a force of several hundred people working in shifts to maintain core services. For the next few days, at least, we’ll have crews working literally around the clock. As of Monday afternoon, crews are in Phase 2, meaning they’re focused on clearing primary and secondary arterials. Residential streets are part of Phase 3. More info on the Show Removal Phases and Process can be found online.Obviously, our goal is always to clear snow from all streets and County trails as soon as possible, but following a severe snowstorm like this – and the below-freezing temperatures – it may take 48 hours or more after the snow stops falling before County plows can realistically get to residential streets. And even after treatment, remember that residential streets may only be passable with one lane, and you may not see bare pavement yet. Here are a few things to note and share:Check the Snow Activity Map: Everyone can follow along in the Snow Activity Map and watch the plows move around the County in near real-time. And the map has been updated this year with the new plow names from our community, including Plowy McPlowface, Blizzard of Oz, and The Life of a Snowgirl.A Note to Property Owners: We’re asking all property owners to please do their part to keep our community safe and accessible by promptly clearing snow and ice from public sidewalks adjacent to your property, as you can. The County’s snow removal ordinance requires all Arlington property owners to clear snow and ice from public sidewalks adjacent to their property within a designated time period. Due to the current weather conditions, the Arlington County Manager has suspended enforcement of the snow removal ordinance. But we all still have a responsibility in our walkable community to provide clear, safe roadways and pedestrian routes to ensures access to jobs, schools, and services. Where it is practical, please do what you can to help to keep Arlington’s sidewalks safe, accessible, and welcoming for everyone.Neighbors Helping Neighbors: You can volunteer to help! Reach out to your civic association to find out how you can help assist elderly neighbors or neighbors with disabilities, and facilitate winter weather preparedness. Check for Updates: As the storm progresses, check for updates on the County website and social media. You’ll also be able to find the snow issues form which will open only after snowfall has ended – that’ll be the best place to submit any lingering issues. We encourage you all to share this information with your communities.Thank you, all! And stay safe.Sarah Tracey (she/her/hers)Director of Public EngagementArlington County Manager’s OfficeOffice: 703-228-3269Cell: 703-987-1869[email protected]

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Arlington County – Snow Activity Map

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Snow Map of Arlington County shows near-realtime data of truck locations and the progress they are making during snow operations.

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JUST IN: Tuesday is another snow day for Arlington Public Schools | ARLnow.com

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Arlington Public Schools will be closed for a second day tomorrow (Tuesday). The school system, which also closed schools today after the weekend's winter storm, announced the closure this afternoon "…

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