As part of President Obama’s United We Serve summer initiative, the City of
Arlington is providing community volunteer opportunities for youths.
The Responsible Pet Grooming Youth Academy is open to all youths age 12-18. The
volunteer program has been registered with the Corporation for National and
Community Service, the federal agency dedicated to fostering service in
communities across the country. Volunteer recruitment is underway, according to
Chris Huff.
This summer, the president has renewed his call to all Americans to identify
needs within their communities and engage in meaningful service from June 22
through Sept. 11, which is a national day of service and remembrance.
The Responsible Pet Grooming Youth Academy begins Saturday, June 27. The academy
is four, two-hour sessions. It continues Saturday, July 25 and Aug. 8.
According to the Volunteer Coordinator Antoinette Garner, the Animal Services
Center will offer youths an opportunity to learn what it means to be responsible
pet owners. The Animal Services Center cares for more than 11,000 animals a
year.
The sessions are free and registration is required. Space is limited. At the
conclusion of a two-hour session, youth volunteers will receive a certificate of
completion documenting their volunteer work.
“Economic recovery is as much about what you’re doing in your communities as
what we’re doing in Washington,” the president stated in a news release. “It’s
going to take all of us working together.”
Summertime Fun at Animal Services for Youth Ages 12-18 Want to learn how to groom Fido? Sign up to attend a
special "Responsible Pet Grooming Academy" offered free of
charge for youth ages 12-18 at the new Animal Services
Center. Read
the flyer (pdf) Want
to become a Volunteer?
Memorial Bricks Now Available at
the New Animal Services Center When you purchase a brick,
you are creating a lasting memory for a family member, friend, or
animal. Each brick is just $100! Brick
ordering instructions (pdf) Brick
order form (pdf)
Alternatives to Foreclosure Information
about alternatives to foreclosure and other available resources for both
homeowners and lenders is available at the following links. Homeowner
Foreclosure Resources Alternatives
to foreclosure
View Photos of Animals Currently at the Animal Services
Center
Are you looking for a lost pet? Visit the new web site
dedicated to helping residents reunite with missing family
pets. View
Animals currently in Shelter
GOcard Discount Zone Hey Kids! Save money by showing your GOcard at local
participating businesses. Each month select businesses are
offering a discount at their location, all you have to do is
show your GOcard at the time you are paying your bill.
Please note, the addresses listed are the only locations
participating. Thank you to these Arlington businesses for
supporting the GOcard campaign through their partnership. Read
the message
City Management Staff
Recruited as Code Rangers
The management team from all city departments
partnered by attending a training class and
joining the Code Ranger team to help with
reinvigorating neighborhoods. Register
to attend an upcoming training class
Leaf and Grass Clipping
Maintenance
Did you know that grass clippings and tree
leaves swept or blown into streets pollute storm
drains? Help protect our waterways. Read
more
The Who, What, When and Where about Group Homes
Group Homes or "Personal Care Facilities" are a part of our neighborhoods and
community and their existence is protected by state and federal laws. Learn more
about rules, regulations and requirements for group homes by visiting the link
below. Group
Home Information Page
Pilot Commuter Bus Service Through a partnership with
the City of Arlington, the Fort Worth Transportation Authority (the
T) will be offering non-stop commuter bus service... Read more
Going Green in Arlington Learn more about city strategies for a clean, green Arlington. Visit
the new Going Green Website launched today by the Office of
Communication. View the new
Going Green in Arlington web site
L.E.A.F. Making Arlington
Greener!
Let's Enhance Arlington's Forest is an urban
forestry initiative designed to bring quality,
free trees to neighborhoods, businesses and
public open spaces in Arlington. Check out the L.E.A.F. Webpage!.
Multi-Family Inspection
Scores Now Available Online
The Community Services Department will post
annual property inspections (API) scores for
apartment communities, extended stay
hotel/motels and triplex/quadplex properties
online. A score of 70 or higher is passing. View
results of recent inspections (pdf) View
the API Checklist (pdf)
CLEAN UP OUR AIR Join the City of Arlington and help clean up
our air! The City of Arlington is taking
proactive steps to ensure the quality of our
air, and the environment. What about you?
Educate yourself and learn to make the smart
choices that will help improve our air quality
today, tomorrow and in the future. Visit
the Clean Air web site
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