Supporting youth and families is not just about programs for children. It is about building the long-term strength of the community.

Arlington is at a defining moment. This election is not about a single seat, a single issue, or a single candidate. It is about the direction of our city and who gets to shape its future.

When working families succeed, the benefits extend throughout the community. Local businesses grow, neighborhoods remain stable, and the local economy becomes stronger.

When communities invest in public education and technology access, they help create pathways for long-term success.

The quality of the air we breathe, the water we drink, the trees that shade our streets, and the parks where families gather all contribute to the wellbeing of a community.

When housing is safe, stable, and affordable, families are better able to plan for the long term.

When leadership reflects the people it serves and when policies are designed with fairness in mind, communities are more likely to thrive.

Budgets determine whether streets are repaired, whether parks and libraries are maintained, how infrastructure keeps up with growth, and how quickly emergency services respond when residents need help.

Ensuring that every Arlington resident can access the services their city provides is an important part of building a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

This portion of the series follow the money.

Learn about how we analyze public speeches as a part of building a candidate’s data story.

Learn about how we analyze endorsements as a part of building a candidate’s data story.

This week, we’re breaking down how Dream City PAC evaluates candidates, starting with our structured municipal and school board surveys. We explain how we analyze responses, why priorities matter more than perfection, and why we will only consider supporting candidates who complete the survey.

Living Next Door is a community workshop centered around the documentary series Faces of Fracking, produced by Livable Arlington and Fold Productions.

On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, our City Council will vote on a proposed “Anti-Discrimination” ordinance that does not actually prohibit discrimination. Instead of restoring protections that were suspended last year, this proposal eliminates nearly every meaningful local remedy that once existed.

The proposed $500 million school bond is an opportunity for our community to show up for our schools by investing in safe facilities, modern classrooms, and equitable access to opportunity for every student.

What began as a narrow legal requirement has become a sweeping effort to control what Texas students read.

As the State Board of Education considers changes that affect representation, transparency, and local control, Arlington voices must be part of the conversation.

The Blanton decision and the bigger fight for local control of our schools.

On Saturday, May 2, 2026, Arlington voters will head to the polls to select city leadership.