Arlington City Council

The decision came after more than 50 people addressed the council, all but 11 of them in support of reinstating the ordinance.

Arlington will vote Dec. 9 on reinstating its suspended anti-discrimination ordinance after months of debate, with several council members signaling support amid concerns over federal funding and enforcement.

At least 110 people are facing layoffs, according to a filing with the Texas Workforce Commission.

Now, the vote to restore the ordinance is slated to be taken on Dec. 9.

The discussion about the Arlington Life Shelter came up during a council retreat, where Council member Andrew Piel brought up concerns about the shelter's lack of inclement weather offerings and the fact that it doesn't operate as an overnight shelter.

The council voted to create grounds to deny any special or temporary outdoor events on the day of or before World Cup events to prevent overextending emergency resources.

From using a board game to solicit community input to developing five pillars for Arlington's future, the plan for the city's next two decades is taking shape.

Arlington Mayor Jim Ross will be running for reelection with hopes of securing a third and final term as the face of the American Dream City.

Reserve at Mayfield is for people 55 or older and limited by income brackets, with apartments starting at less than $1,000 for a single bedroom.

A proposal to remove all mentions of gender identity and sexual orientation from Arlington’s anti-discrimination ordinance was delayed for a second time.

The Arlington City Council voted unanimously to declare 1,158 plots in the Arlington Cemetery abandoned and available for sale.

The average home in Arlington will see property tax and some utility bills go up by about $12 a month in 2026.