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Have a question about living in the city of Arlington?
The following list of Frequently Asked Questions may help you find the answer.
Quality of Life
- Where can I find out how to set up utility accounts, along with other information for newcomers?
- I have a problem with a city service.
- I want to report an environmental problem:
- Drinking Water - 817-459-5900
- Sanitary Sewer - 817-459-5900
- Water Pollution in Creeks - 817-459-6550
- Air Quality -TCEQ - 817-588-5800
- Indoor Air Quality - Texas Dept. of Health - 817-264-4500
- Asbestos - Texas Dept. of Health - 817-264-4500
- Tell me about my public library.
- I need information about city-owned recreational facilities.
- I want to adopt a pet.
- How can I contact the U.S. Postal Service?
Arlington's main Post Office is located at 300 E. South St. in Arlington. Call 1-800-275-8777 for information.
- On what days will Republic Services not be picking up garbage?
No garbage or recycling pickups are scheduled for the following holidays:
New Year's Day
Fourth of July
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas
Bills & Tickets
- I have a question about my water bill.
- I have a question about a parking ticket.
Contact Municipal Court at 817-275-5970.
Education
Health Issues
Legal Matters
- We want to get married.
Contact the Arlington Sub-Courthouse at 817-548-3928.
Business
- What incentives is the city offering to help my business?
- I need a license for my business.
Contact Building Inspections Office at 817-275-3271.
Public Safety
- I have information about a crime.
- Stadium Area Crime Analysis (pdf)
- How can I contact a speaker on public safety for my school/organization/neighborhood?
Contact the Police Dept. Community Services Division at 817-459-5725.
Permits & Licenses
- How do we get a marriage license?
Contact the Arlington Sub-Courthouse at 817-548-3928.
Social Services
- I am in need of housing assistance.
Contact the Housing Assistance Office at 817-275-3351.
Miscellaneous
- I need city government information for a special project on which I am working.
- I would like to invite members of the City Council to an event given by my organization.
- How can I contact my Council representative?
- I would like to e-mail the Mayor.
- I would like to e-mail the City Manager.
- Can I fly a City of Arlington flag at my home or business?
The City of Arlington Flag Ordinance gives permission to fly the City of Arlington flag at a home or business. However, the City of Arlington logo, which is on the flag, may not be copied from the flag and used in other ways.
- How do I get permission to use the City of Arlington logo?
Submit a “Request for Permission to use the City's Logo” form with the Management Resources Department - Office of Communication.