Fiscal Year 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan Work Session - June 23, 2026

The Arlington County Board held a Fiscal Year 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) work session on June 23, 2026, focusing extensively on facilities management, maintenance, and energy management projects. Key procurement-related discussions included a strategic shift from new construction to increased investment in maintenance and deferred maintenance reduction across the county's 90 facilities, valued at approximately $2.1 billion. The board reviewed funding allocations, including a $48 million critical systems infrastructure program, a $67.5 million facilities maintenance program, and a $19.5 million HVAC program over ten years. The session also covered energy initiatives such as solar power installations via power purchase agreements (PPAs), electric vehicle charging infrastructure expansion, and electrification of HVAC systems, with emphasis on cost-effectiveness and greenhouse gas reduction. Board members inquired about project prioritization, grant opportunities, and the integration of resilience hubs and sustainability goals. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter a closed session for legal and personnel matters related to county infrastructure and emergency response.