Town of Arlington

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE - The Arlington Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing at 6:30 pm on Monday, April 21, 2025, at Town Hall (5854 Airline Rd) to consider the following: - a Master Development Plan for Will Harris Cove PD: a Mixed Use Planned Development on 13.93 acres north of Summers Rd, south of Milton Wilson, east of Will Harris Dr. If you have any questions, please contact the Planning Department at Town Hall - (901) 867-3449.

🚧 LOCAL ROADS IMPACTED 🚧 - several trees have fallen around town, some impacting roadways. - CHESTER between Milton Wilson and Griffin - Temporary Closure to thru traffic due to a tree down across power lines. MLGW has been notified. - MILTON WILSON near White Oak- Use caution in this area, as a tree fell there earlier. Town crews have cleared the tree but some debris may remain. - ALL ROADS - continued rain will result in ponding and possible localized flooding. Take care when driving and never drive through floodwater or standing water.

Due to the potential for severe weather, the Town of Arlington is opening the Safe Room at 4 p.m. today. It will remain open until the tornado watch ends tonight. While there are currently no tornado warnings in Shelby County and this action is outside of our usual emergency protocol, we’re taking extra precautions given the situation. The Safe Room is located at 11842 OTTO LANE. Please note, this is a safe room with restrooms and water fountains, but not a full shelter with provisions. You may bring your own food and drink, but please avoid bringing personal belongings or pets, unless they are service animals.

⚠️ Severe Weather Alerts for Arlington ⚠️ Attention Arlington residents: Our area is expecting Severe Weather this afternoon and overnight. The risk is HIGH (5/5) for strong winds, hail, heavy flooding rain, and the potential for tornadoes. 🔴 What to Expect: - Winds gusting up to 70 mph - Heavy rainfall leading to possible flooding (up to 5-10" rain thru Sunday) - Risk of strong tornadoes in our area - Hail up to 2 inches in size 🔵 How to Prepare: - Secure outdoor items and stay indoors during the storm. - Keep a weather app or NOAA radio nearby for real-time updates. - Charge your phones so you can receive weather alerts and stay connected. - Have a plan for a safe location (such as a basement or interior room) in case of a tornado warning. - Avoid driving if possible—flooding may make roads dangerous. 🏠 Tornado Shelter Information: There is a public Tornado Shelter located next to Arlington Elementary School at 11842 Otto Ln. It will be open in the event of any tornado warnings. ⚠️ Stay Safe and Be Prepared! Local emergency numbers are attached below for anyone in need of assistance. Please share this post to help keep our community informed. Stay safe, Arlington!

REMINDER - If you reserved Trees to pick up at Arlington Public Works, pick up times are tomorrow (Friday, 28th) from 10am - 3pm, or on Saturday (29th) from 8am - noon. Public Works is located at: 11491 Memphis-Arlington Road.

🌊 Important Reminder for Pool Owners! 🌊 As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to clean out your pool – but please remember, do NOT drain your pool into the street or storm drains! 🚫 Draining pool water into these areas can harm the environment and the local water systems. Instead, make sure to drain your pool into the public sewer system, where the water will be treated at the Treatment Plant before being safely released into the Loosahatchie River. 🌱💧 Let's work together to protect our local waters!

🚧 Road Work Alert - Milton Wilson Road 🚧 Starting Thursday, 3/27/25, paving work will take place on Milton Wilson Rd, from Airline Rd heading west to the Arlington High School crosswalk. Here’s what to expect: ✅ Patching and milling ✅ New pavement installation ✅ New road markings and signage Work will take about a week, depending on weather. There will be NO road closures, but expect some LANE SHIFTS and possible traffic CONGESTION, especially during school hours. We’re coordinating with the school to minimize disruption, and traffic control will be in place. Please plan ahead and drive carefully!

🚨 Attention Teens (and Parents)! 🚨 Great news! The "On My Own Financial Simulator" program has been RESCHEDULED for Wednesday, April 2nd! If you know a teen (age 13-18) who dreams of being independent one day, or maybe it's YOUR dream for them, then be sure to check this out. This isn’t your typical “lecture about money” – it's a hands-on financial literacy simulation where teens will make real-life decisions about what it’s REALLY like to be an adult! Presented by the UT Institute of Agriculture, in partnership with your local Library, they’ll learn about creating a budget, assets, taxes, having savings goals and emergency funds, and much more! 📝 Registration is NOT required. Just make sure you're there! They’re going to need these skills someday – because "winging it" doesn’t work long-term! 😉 💰SAVE THE DATE: Wednesday, April 2nd 💰TIME: from 4pm-6pm 💰LOCATION: Arlington Safe Room (11842 Otto Ln , beside AES)

🎻📖Join the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and your Arlington Library this Saturday for Tunes & Tales! 📖🎻 All ages are invited. So come down to the Safe Room (11842 Otto Ln) at 1:00pm for music, crafts, and a great story! *There's always something interesting going on at the Sam T. Wilson Library. Find information on all the Library programs on their website: www.townofarlington.org/page/programs

🚨 Strong Storms 🚨 Arlington's Tornado Safe Room is opened as a result of a Tornado Warning for our County. 🚨Large Hail reported. It is located at 11842 OTTO LANE, beside Arlington Elementary School, and remains open for the duration of the Warning for those that require it.

🌳🌿 Tree Pickup This Week! 🌿🌳 Don't forget to pick up your TN Tree Day orders this FRIDAY, March 28th (10am - 3pm) or SATURDAY, March 29th (8am - Noon)! Trees will be available at Arlington Public Works, located at 11491 Memphis-Arlington Road. The Town will be distributing 675 native TN trees to 65 participants this year - so we've exceeded last years numbers!! Way to go Arlington! We’re so grateful for your continued support as we create a greener Arlington & Tennessee. 🌳

🚨 REMINDER 🚨 The Arlington Fire Department will starting annual Fire Hydrant Inspections & Flushing NEXT WEEK. Inspections will run from April 7 - June 20 to ensure hydrants are fully operational in case of an emergency. 🕘 Flushing Hours: Most hydrants will be flushed between 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. daily. During this time, residents may notice the following when hydrants are flushed in your neighborhood: 💧 Temporary decrease in water pressure 💧 Discolored water (it’s safe to use) - To clear discoloration, simply run your cold water for a few minutes. - We recommend avoiding washing laundry during this time. 💧 If you continue to experience low water flow, try cleaning the screen at the tip of your faucet, as mineral deposits may have built up. Thank you for your patience as we work to ensure that our fire hydrants are ready when needed most!

🚨 NOTICE TO ARLINGTON RESIDENTS 🚨 The Arlington Fire Department will soon be conducting annual Fire Hydrant Inspections & Flushing from April 7 - June 20, 2025. This is to ensure hydrants are fully operational in case of an emergency. 🕘 Flushing Hours: Most hydrants will be flushed between 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. daily. During this time, residents may notice the following when hydrants are flushed in your neighborhood: 💧 Temporary decrease in water pressure 💧 Discolored water (it’s safe to use) - To clear discoloration, simply run your cold water for a few minutes. - We recommend avoiding washing laundry during this time. 💧 If you continue to experience low water flow, try cleaning the screen at the tip of your faucet, as mineral deposits may have built up. Thank you for your patience as we work to ensure that our fire hydrants are ready when needed most!

🚨 No More Spots Left! 🚨 A huge thank you to all the amazing vendors and businesses who’ve signed up for this year’s Arlington in April – we’re all set and fully booked! 🎉 Join us on Saturday, April 26th for an unforgettable day! You’ll find tons of incredible producer-vendors from around the region, local Arlington businesses, and our NEW Children’s Entrepreneur Market 🧑‍💼✨ 🌟 Enjoy live music, games for the kids, food trucks, and so much more! It’s going to be a day of fun for the whole family. Mark your calendars now, you won’t want to miss it! April 26th, 10am-4pm! See you there!

🌳🌿 UPDATE: TN Tree Pickup Now Scheduled! 🌿🌳 We’re excited to let you know that tree pickup will be available on both Friday, March 28th (10am - 3pm) and Saturday, March 29th (8am - Noon)! Tree pick up will take place at Arlington Public Works, located at 11491 Memphis-Arlington Road. If you’ve reserved your native trees, don’t forget to pick them up during these hours. We’re so grateful for your patience and continued support as we prepare for a greener Tennessee. 💚 See you there—let's plant some trees and make a difference! 🌳 #TNTrees #TennesseeTreeDay #PlantNative #GreenTennessee

💡 Street Light Out or Flickering? You Can Help! 💡 If you notice a street light in your neighborhood that’s out or flickering, make sure to report it! 💡 While new LED lights are designed to self-report issues, your help speeds up repairs and ensures they get the attention they need! Here are 3 easy ways to report the issue: 1️⃣ MLGW Online Outage Report – Quick and easy to submit a report! www.mlgw.com/commercial/streetlightoutage 2️⃣ Call MLGW Outage Line – Speak to someone for assistance. (901) 544-6549 3️⃣ Call Arlington Public Works – We'll report the outage for you! (901) 867-4980 Your report makes a difference! Let’s keep our neighborhoods safe and well-lit. ✨

🚧 ROAD WORK COMPLETE 🚧 The portion of Memphis-Arlington Rd that was closed for paving is back OPEN! 🎉 Thanks to our crews and good weather, final paving was also finished ahead of schedule. We appreciate your patience as we finalized these repairs! Shelby County Sheriff's Office, The City of Lakeland, Tennessee

🚀 Calling all young entrepreneurs! 🚀 Do you have a passion for making, creating, or selling something cool? The Children's Market at the Arlington in April Festival is your chance to showcase your talents! 👉 Ages 5-17 are invited to join the fun and set up a booth to sell your handmade crafts, art, toys, baked goods, and more! It’s a perfect opportunity to build your entrepreneurial skills while having a blast in our awesome community. 📅 Date: April 26, 2025 📍 Location: 12090 Forrest St, Arlington, TN 🎉 Event: Arlington in April Festival How to sign up: 1️⃣ Register now to secure your spot at ChildrensEntrepreneurMarket.com! 2️⃣ Bring your creativity, hustle, and big dreams! We can’t wait to see what you’ve got! Let’s make this the best market yet!

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE ALERT! 🚧 A portion of Memphis-Arlington Rd will be CLOSED from Monday, March 10th to Wednesday, March 12th, to repave a recently repaired section. We’re working quickly to complete the work after the initial repairs. Detours will be in place using Lamb Rd and Evergreen Rd for through traffic. Please note: The repair timeline is weather permitting. We appreciate your patience as we finalize these necessary improvements!

🌳We have good news and bad news. 🌳 The good news is you now have additional time to reserve trees for TN Tree Day! The bad news is Tree Day and tree distribution has been delayed until Saturday, March 29th. Extended frozen conditions in January & February delayed harvesting of the tree saplings, which led to this delay. NEW SCHEDULE: - More time to reserve your native trees: March 7 - March 16. - Pick up your trees on Saturday, March 29th. We apologize for this inconvenience! We know Tree Day 2025 will still be amazing with your continued involvement. 🌳💚 #TNTrees #TennesseeTreeDay #PlantNative