Published on September 14, 2026
By the Office of Communication
Arlington Mayor Jim Ross will host a series of candid, community-focused town hall meetings designed to give residents a direct voice on issues that matter most to the community.
“Arlington Unfiltered: Straight Talk with the Mayor” will be held over 12 dates from October 2026 and May 2027 and will include topics such as housing, transportation, environmental issues, erosion, and more. These meetings are designed to create direct and candid dialogue between the Mayor’s office and the people of Arlington. At each session, you will hear updates on what the City is doing now, learn what plans are underway and see what has already been done to address these challenges. You will also have the opportunity to share your experiences, ask tough questions and offer ideas for solutions.
All town hall meetings, which are open to the public, will start at 6 p.m. Registration is not required, but is helpful for planning purposes.
Arlington Unfiltered Registration
City Ordinance Modifications
Topics will include the anti-discrimination ordinance modifications and vaping issues.
Oct. 1, 2026 – Bob Duncan Center, 2800 S. Center St.
Feb. 25, 2027 – Arlington City Hall, 101 W. Abram St.
Environmental Issues
Topics will include gas wells, data centers, and electric vehicle charging stations.
Oct. 22, 2026 – Texas Rangers Golf Club, 701 Brown Blvd.
March 18, 2027 – Bob Duncan Center, 2800 S. Center St.
Transportation
Topics will include transit, Arlington On Demand, Handitran, flock cameras.
Nov. 9, 2026 – Bob Duncan Center, 2800 S. Center St.
April 8, 2027 – Arlington City Hall, 101 W. Abram St.
Public vs. Private Responsibilities
Topics will include private roadways, creek erosion and dams.
Dec. 1, 2026 – Texas Rangers Golf Club, 701 Brown Blvd.
April 29, 2027 – ACTIV Center, 2061 W. Green Oaks Blvd.
Housing/Homelessness
Topics will include SB 840, short-term rentals, multifamily units, accessory dwelling units, boarding homes and homeless accommodations.
January 14, 2027 – Texas Rangers Golf Club, 701 Brown Blvd.
May 13, 2027 – ACTIV Center, 2061 W. Green Oaks Blvd.
Nuisances and Beautification
Topics will include homeless encampments, panhandling, trash pickup, graffiti removal and other beautification efforts.
Feb. 4, 2027 – Dr. Marcelo Cavazos Center for Visual & Performing Arts, 900 E. Sanford St.
May 27, 2027 – South District Police Station, 1030 SW Green Oaks Blvd.