March 1 Virtual Public Forum on Specialized Stretch Energy Code
The Town's Clean Energy Future Committee will host a public forum on a Warrant Article (number TBD) on Wednesday, March 1 at 7:00 p.m. The Article asks Town Meeting to consider opting into a State building code amendment requiring that new construction be consistent with achievement of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in MA by 2050. Learn more and register.
Make an Impact, Serve on a Town Committee
The Town of Arlington is seeking individuals to serve as members of several committees covering a variety of subjects. By serving on a Town committee you'll make a valuable contribution to the community and meet other residents who strive to make Arlington a better community for all. Here are some committees that are currently seeking members.
Arlington Redevelopment Board
The Town seeks a candidate for a vacancy on the Arlington Redevelopment Board (ARB). Residents with experience in land use planning, municipal zoning, or urban design or architecture are encouraged to apply to serve.
Disability Commission
Arlington Disability Commission (ADC) is seeking creative and action-oriented community members to join the commission. The ADC assists in bringing about full integration and participation of people with disabilities in the Town of Arlington through providing information, referral, guidance, and technical assistance to individuals, groups, and organizations. We also support activities, programming, and local policies intended to eliminate discrimination against persons with physical, sensory, cognitive, and other disabilities. If you are ready to share your creative input, please consider joining the Commission.
Clean Energy Future Committee
The Clean Energy Future Committee (CEFC) is seeking one Arlington resident passionate about mitigating climate change to fill an at-large committee slot. The mission of the CEFC is to guide the Town of Arlington to a future where, by 2050, net emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases attributable to all sources in Town are zero.
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is seeking to fill one Associate and one Full Membership vacancy. The Conservation Commission works to ensure that all construction and development projects (residential, municipal, and commercial) that may alter any wetlands, floodplains, rivers, streams, ponds and/or lakes are in permitted compliance with state and local wetland regulations.
