Neighborhood Network News

Learn more about an extra tool (literally) offered by the City of Arlington to get the job done, how to avoid a water main break this summer, a few heat safety tips if you plan to spend time outside and there are upcoming overnight road closures on I 30, find a detour route in this week’s Neighborhood Network News.

City's Tool Sharing Program Aims to Help Arlington Residents Champion Great Neighborhoods

Code Compliance has a tool to help Champion Great Neighborhoods! The Tool Sharing Program, which launched in February 2021, offers Arlington residents a variety of tools and equipment to check-out free of charge to assist with property cleanup and home improvement.

Visit the Tool Sharing Program website, browse the icons to choose a category that best suits your need, and fill out the online form to borrow a tool or piece of equipment to get the job done. For questions, email [email protected] or call the Action Center at 817-459-6777.

Arlington Water Utilities Provides These Important Tips as Crews Deal with Unusually High Number of Water Main Breaks This Summer

Arlington is experiencing an unusually high number of water main breaks because of the dry and hot conditions this summer. By mid-July, Arlington had experienced more than 50 water distribution main breaks for the month and approximately 50 “other” leaks, such as at connections to meter boxes or individual service lines. This is more than twice what would normally be experienced for this time of year.

Here's what you can do to help:

• Please let Arlington Water Utilities know about any water leak that you notice by calling 817-459-5900, our 24-hour hotline.
• If you have been alerted of a planned shutdown of water service, please draw the water you might need for consumption in the next 2-4 hours.
• If your water is off and you know it is because of an emergency repair, you might let your neighbors know and check on residents that may not have e-mail or computer access. Arlington Water Utilities attempts to contact every customer affected by the water service interruption, but sometimes we miss a few or homes. Or in extreme cases where property damage may be occurring the shutdown may need to be done before all the notifications are completed.
• If you don’t have an active e-mail with Arlington Water Utilities, please log on to ArlingtonTX.gov/KnowYourH2O or call 817-275-5931.
• Please be patient. If there is a repair taking place in your neighborhood, please pardon our mess and watch for construction equipment and workers. We will have service restored as quickly as we possibly can.

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Heat Safety Tips for Enjoying Arlington Parks This Summer

Summer months in North Texas often bring along extremely high temperatures that can be dangerous if not properly addressed. Arlington Parks and Recreation offers these heat safety tips so you can prepare for your time outdoors and enjoy a fun summer without falling victim to heat-related illness.

• Hydrate: Consuming enough fluid is crucial to staying healthy on hot days in order to replenish fluids lost through sweat. A good rule of thumb is to drink at least 16-20 ounces of water for every hour you are in the heat and increase this amount as your activity becomes more strenuous. 
• Apparel: Choose clothing that is lightweight, breathable, and fits loosely.
• Time of Day: Try to schedule your outdoor activities during the morning or evening hours, as these are the coolest parts of the day.
• Replenish: As you sweat, your body loses salt and electrolytes, which can cause fatigue if left unchecked. You can replenish these electrolytes by bringing along salty snacks that are portable and nutritious, like granola, trail mix, dried fruit, and nuts.
• Precautions for Pets: Keep in mind that their fur coats add insulation, and their paws are sensitive to ground temperature. Check the ground temperature by placing the back of your hand on the pavement or ground surface.

Learn the signs of heat illness.

Traffic Alert: Interstate 30 Westbound Frontage to be Closed Nightly Aug. 1-5 for Bridge Construction

The Texas Department of Transportation's work continues on the $233 million Interstate 30/SH 360 Interchange Project in Arlington. The I-30 westbound frontage road between Six Flags Drive and SH 360 will be closed for bridge construction. Traffic will be detoured north on Six Flags Drive, then west on Lamar Boulevard, and then south on Baird Farm Road returning to the I-30 westbound frontage road. Expect Delays. Click here for the detour map.