CitiesGoGreen -September 2008 - (Page 14) Local Government in Action — PROFILE — Arlington County Virginia by Elizabeth Johnson Arlington County Facts Arlington is an urban county located directly across the Potomac River from Washington DC Population: 206,800 Size: Arlington County is the smallest self-governing county in the US, occupying slightly less than 26 square miles Density: 7,995 people per square mile, one of the most densely populated jurisdictions in the US Points of Interest: The Pentagon, Arlington National Cemetery, Ronald Reagan National Airport Long before fuel prices commanded the attention they do now, planners in Arlington County, Virginia, created a well-organized transit system which dramatically reduces vehicle miles traveled today. This tradition of innovation continues with effective programs, impressive results, national awards and a broad view toward even greater results. W ith abundant cheap power, the cost of energy has never been a major concern for the state of Virginia. The state government has not taken a strong role in energy conservation, and there has been little incentive for local governments to do so. Yet while much of the nation is just beginning to grapple with the effects of peak oil and other associated environmental challenges, Arlington County is emerging as a regional and national leader in sustainable energy-conservation policies. How did it happen that Arlington County acted with such intelligent foresight and innovation, especially with September 2008 14 .com http://www.citiesgogreen.com/component/content/article/48-september-2008/110-arlington-va http://www.citiesgogreen.com/component/content/article/48-september-2008/110-arlington-va http://www.citiesgogreen.com/component/content/article/48-september-2008/110-arlington-va http://CitiesGoGreen.com
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