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Groups line up on both sides of Upper Arlington community center Issue 2 ThisWeek group Early voting for the May 4 election began April 6, and as residents vote on the fate of an Upper Arlington community center, groups are lining up on both sides. The “advisory question” for Issue 2 asks simply, “Should the city build a new community center?” Issue 2 does not seek approval of a tax increase or funding to build the center, but a “yes” vote would give city officials the go-ahead to issue $55 million in bonds to be repaid over 30 years to build a 95,300-square-foot facility as part of the planned redevelopment of the Macy’s building at Kingsdale Shopping Center. ....
Body-worn cameras expected by fall for Upper Arlington police thisweeknews.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from thisweeknews.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Upper Arlington State of the City address focuses on development in 2021 ThisWeek group During this year’s State of the City address, Upper Arlington officials said 2021 will yield major development, including a possible community center and continued pushes to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion in the community. Because of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, the city’s State of the City event was devoid of typical ceremonies such as a Community Fair or speeches delivered in City Council Chambers at the Municipal Services Center. In what Emma Speight, community affairs director, said was a sad but necessary move dictated by the pandemic, a virtual State of the City address was held via a video of about 18 minutes and shown during council’s regular meeting. ....
Upper Arlington in 2021: Community center vote, body cameras, construction expected ThisWeek group Upper Arlington officials say 2021 will bring a community center vote to residents, body cameras to the police force and continued efforts to bolster inclusion throughout the city. Community Center Now that the Upper Arlington Community Center Feasibility Task Force has told city officials a 95,300-square-foot community center can be built at the site of the former Macy’s building in Kingsdale Shopping Center at an estimated cost of $54.2 million – and won’t require a tax increase – Upper Arlington City Council is expected in January to move to put a related item on the May 4 ballot. ....