What: Mayor Jim Ross will spotlight Arlington’s history and future during his annual State of the City Address, hosted by the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce. Ross, who is serving his third term, will discuss a variety of topics, including economic development, tourism, public safety, investments in public infrastructure and amenities designed to enrich our community, and other milestone moments recently celebrated in The American Dream City. This year’s theme is “Along the Way” in honor of the City’s 150th anniversary.
When: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 29, 2026
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Where: Arlington Expo Center, 1200 Ballpark Way
Additional Details: Ross will announce the 5th annual Mayor’s American Dream Award recipient. Past honorees:
- 2022: Arlington Tomorrow Foundation Executive Director Carolyn Mentesana
- 2023: Green Oaks School executive director and cofounder Jean Jewell
- 2024: Arlington City Manager Trey Yelverton
- 2025: Michael Jacobson, president and CEO of the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce
Broadcast: The State of the City address will be broadcast on the City of Arlington’s Facebook page. The entire State of the City address will be recorded and replayed on the City’s government cable channel on AT&T U-verse Channel 99 or Spectrum Channel 16, 15.1 (digital).
Media Contact: Managing Editor Susan Schrock, 817-709-7578 or susan.schrock@arlingtontx.gov.
