Arlington County, Virginia Print

Joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network:
5/29/2018

Action Plan

Arlington County developed its action plan in collaboration with AARP Virginia. Arlington commits to improving housing affordability, working with the Virginiaregional transit agency to enhance public transportation, along with improving its commitment to Vision Zero policies to enhance pedestrian safety. In addition,Arlington County will prioritize diversity, committing to work withAfrican American, LGBTQ, immigrant, and other minority communities, in pursuit of inclusive equitable age-friendly goals.

Action Plan Highlights

  1. Transportation

    Eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries to pedestrians, bikers, and drivers by enhancing Vision Zero policies. Increase public transit use by making transit more affordable.

  2. Housing

    Create more services that allow older adults to age in place and advocate for more housing density, including promoting ADUs.

  3. Respect and Inclusion

    Partner with local universities to encourage intergenerational learning opportunities.

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