Fiscal Year 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan Work Session - June 2, 2026

The Arlington County, VA Fiscal Year 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Work Session held on June 2, 2026, focused extensively on procurement and budget planning for parks, technology, and public safety infrastructure. The Parks and Recreation Department presented a $286 million ten-year CIP emphasizing maintenance and refurbishment of existing assets, with key projects including synthetic turf replacement, trail and bridge modernization, restroom updates, and land acquisition. Funding sources highlighted included 69% county bond funding and approximately $23 million from developer contributions and partnerships. The Department of Technology Services outlined a $124 million CIP addressing network modernization, device replacement, data center consolidation, and cloud migration, noting significant cost increases driven by inflation and technology price surges. Public Safety presented a $130 million CIP focusing on technology refreshment, response equipment, and regional collaboration, with major projects such as the computerized dispatch system and vehicle replacements. Discussions included the impact of rising capital and operating costs, prioritization of ADA compliance and equitable access in parks, and the challenges of land acquisition in urban areas. Board members raised questions about project timing, cost control measures, and the integration of technology upgrades with operational budgets. Several motions or votes were not explicitly recorded in the transcript, but the session involved detailed review and prioritization of capital projects and funding allocations for the upcoming decade.