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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA)

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Arlington County Board Member Youngest person & first renter ever elected to Arlington’s County Board Deep belief that it is patriotic to make your community a better place & protect vulnerable people Constituent services email: [email protected]

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 22h

Let’s gooo arlington 🫡🫡

If you didn’t vote yet, you’ve got one last chance on Tuesday!!!! Iwillvote.com to find your info

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 1d

Here to help!! Just let me know if there’s anything else (or feel free to send friends/coworkers my way) and I’ll see what I can do!

Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 2d

you can definitely REQUEST delayed payment or partial payment, unfortunately it would be at the landlord's discretion to grant it & work with you but in this moment one would hope they understand the reality

I don't believe there is any way for us to mandate landlords agree at least for local level

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 2d

Arlington does have an eviction prevention/emergency financial assistance program, but there is far greater need than the resources available.

Folks should contact 703-228-1300 or [email protected] to explore this option/see what other programs might be available

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 2d

From shutdown resources pg:

If you are experiencing difficulty paying your rent, contact your landlord as soon as possible. Ask if partial payments are accepted until the rent is paid in full. If so, write out a payment plan that reflects what you can afford.

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 2d

got it!

VA is def worst in the region for tenant rights but a few resources

Arlington page on tenant rights: www.arlingtonva.us/Government/P...

@vplc.bsky.social resource on rights+connections to legal aid: fightmyeviction.org

Arlington shutdown resources page: www.arlingtonva.us/Government/D...

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 2d

Arlington friends (and Alexandria enemies) plz reply:

what resources are you not seeing that would be helpful to you or to someone you know as shutdown impacts worsen?

Is there a gap we may not be covering?

What do you need?

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Arlington Public Schools @apsva.us · 2d

APS is launching an evening hot meal program to support students and families during the federal government shutdown. Starting Thu, Nov. 6, free hot dinners will be served Mon-Fri from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Wakefield, Washington-Liberty and Yorktown.

Learn More: www.apsva.us/community-meals

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 2d

Interactive map with all food banks, food pantries, discount groceries, baby formula, etc

You can search by your need or by eligibility information

Share with anyone who needs it!

my.arlingtonva.us/foodresources

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 3d

We’ve provided an additional $350k to the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC)

Arlingtonians may also call DHS (department of human services) at 703-228-1350 for additional resources and support

Arlington County Government @arlingtonva.us · 3d

Arlington County is taking proactive steps to support residents who may be negatively impacted by a potential disruption in November of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.

Learn more www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 5d

Party mania sounds like my kind of place

ARLnow @arlnow.bsky.social · 5d

'Party Mania' supply store coming to former rug shop on Columbia Pike

‘Party Mania’ supply store coming to former rug shop on Columbia Pike | ARLnow.com

A new party supply store is planning to open in a vacant Columbia Pike storefront where a family-owned rug shop closed last year. New signs have appeared for Tysons-based Party Mania at 2330 Columbia...

www.arlnow.com

Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 5d

See you tonight @ Trades Center in Shirlington!

This is for everyone who cares about housing, affordability, transportation, environment, health/wellness...essentially if local government does it, we want your thoughts on it!

Don't have time for an event? Fill out this form! publicinput.com/y85260

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 6d

Thank you for supporting and contributing!!

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Arlington County Government @arlingtonva.us · 6d

All Arlington youth and adults, service providers, community organizations and business owners are invited to tomorrow's virtual meeting! Join us to help create the vision and roadmap for the community wide plan 🗺️ 🔎 💙

Register for Zoom link: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/15489505

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Department of Environmental Services Arlington, Virginia @arlingtondes.bsky.social · 6d

What do you want to see in the County's next big Transportation Plan? Get involved here: www.arlingtonva.us/Government/P...

Arlington's Transportation Future graphic for Phase 3 outreach

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 6d

Arlington food resources below, with original and in 12 more languages here: www.arlingtonva.us/Government/D...

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 10d

Last day to register to vote!!!!

vote.elections.virginia.gov/VoterInforma...

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 10d

I know you're all just as disappointed as i am - technical difficulties have thwarted tonight's comp plan engagement session. Stay tuned for a rescheduled date!

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 10d

If you’re free or looking for something to listen to while you cook dinner, link to join us at 7 pm below!

If you care about housing, transpo, environment, affordability, health or rly anything else in Arlington, then you should care about our comp plan update!

www.arlingtonva.us/Government/P...

Comprehensive Plan Update Virtual Community Meeting - October 23

Comprehensive Plan Update Community Meetings

www.arlingtonva.us

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Susan Cunningham (Arlington, VA) @susanforarlington.bsky.social · 10d

Join us tonight for this virtual meeting. See you there!

@maureencoffeyva.bsky.social

Arlington County Government @arlingtonva.us · 12d

Join us this Thursday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. for a virtual community meeting about the Comprehensive Plan Update project. Learn more, ask questions, and share your insights. https://publicinput.com/y85260

Invitation to virtual meeting to update Arlington County's Comprehensive Plan. Includes an aerial view of Arlington with the Key Bridge and cityscape. Details about meetings with a QR code for registration. Visit Arlington's website for more information.

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 12d

As we begin week 3, shutdown support from Arlington for federal workers and contractors:
www.arlingtonva.us/Government/D...

Federal Government Shutdown Resources

The federal government shutdown that took effect Oct. 1, 2025, is likely to have a direct and far-reaching impact on the Arlington County community. Arlington is prepared to offer resources to help as...

www.arlingtonva.us

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 14d

The view from our side!

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · 29d

Têt Trung Thu (mid autumn children’s festival!) at Kenmore Middle School today!!!

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Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · Oct 3

Not the man emoji lmfao

Maureen Coffey (Arlington, VA) @maureencoffeyva.bsky.social · Oct 2

Arlington county resources for federal workers and contractors, including short term assistance like food, can be found here:

www.arlingtonva.us/Government/T...

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