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Tysons and the Silver Line: Threat or Benefit - What impact will the construction of the Silver Line and the redevelopment of Tysons Corner have on the Arlington economy? This research paper explores the development capacity, placemaking qualities, locational advantages and other advantages that will continue to set Arlington apart from the competition. Length: 6 pages. |
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PDF; 3 MB |
January 2012 |
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Airports
in the Region -
This case study explores Arlington County's approach toward planning for
redevelopment near Ronald Regan Washington National Airport. By working closely with the FAA, Arlington County was able to successfully develop a long-term land use plan that is closely coordinated with
airspace
interests.
Length: 5 pages. |
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PDF; 1 MB |
November 2010 |
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Illumination
for Placemaking - Read the study prepared by VA Tech Urban Affairs & Planning
students, presented on June 29, 2010 about how communities use lighting
in interesting
and new exciting ways. Length: 58 pages. |
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PDF; 2,386
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June 2010 |
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Localized Economic Impact Analysis: Proposed Cultural Center in
Arlington, Virginia -
With its recent approval by the County Board, a new cultural center
for Arlington will soon become a reality. Learn more about the Center's
potential economic impact. Length: 4 pages. |
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PDF; 94 KB |
June 2009 |
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Cultural Center Needs Assessment - A cultural center needs assessment, conducted by Webb Management Services, contains a variety of recommendations (immediate and long-term) for cultural facilities in Arlington. |
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PDF; 7.7 MB |
August 2007 |
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Grocery Store Trends and Opportunities in Arlington, Virginia - The grocery story industry has changed dramatically in the last few decades, introducing new products and types of stores nationally and locally. As grocery stores face sharp competition for food dollars, they have begun to explore new markets, adding services and transforming stores into one-stop-shopping destination experiences. Arlington Economic Development recently completed a study which identifies these trends and examines their impact on Arlington. |
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PDF; 1 MB |
August 2007 |
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Urban Development Intensities in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area - Examines and quantifies density in the Washington, D.C. region, and provides useful insights for future planning and growth. Excerpts from this white paper were first published on www.planetizen.com, a planning and development network |
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PDF; 316 K |
May 2007 |
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Future Office Development in Clarendon - This report was prepared in support of the planning process associated with the review of the Clarendon Sector plan. The analysis has a number of specific purposes: 1) Provide an update on the Arlington Office Market; 2) Describe and define office product types that may be applicable to the Clarendon market; 3) Match product types to the projected demand for office space in Clarendon; and 4) Suggest a product mix with appropriate locational considerations as input into the Sector Plan. |
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PDF; 355 K |
January 2007 |
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Shifting Markets - Office Development in Clarendon - Examination of the office development potential of the Clarendon area issued October 2002. |
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PDF; 349 K |
October 2002 |
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| Retail |
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Urban Retail: Inside, Outside and All-around - Arlington has policies related to the inside of retail spaces, the outside, and the area around retail. This paper pulls together all of these in one document, in an effort to provide a framework for reviewing - and potentially revising - Arlington’s retail policies. Length: 7 pages. |
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PDF; 1.51 MB |
September 2011 |
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Clarendon Retail: the Past Five Years - Over the past five years, retail growth in Clarendon has been substantial. This paper looks at the changes and trends that have taken place and its impact on the area. Length: 4 pages. |
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PDF; 823 KB |
August 2011 |
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Room
for Improvement - While the County's numerous awards and
recognition for Smart Growth and transit-oriented development have
led many to assume that retail in Arlington is highly successful,
there are still areas of concern and opportunities for improvement.
This supplement to the Retail Task Force Report, "Boutiques,
Bistros & Banks" reviews the County's
retail policies, offers recommendations and outlines implementation
strategies and next steps. Length: 11 pages. |
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PDF; 2 MB |
March 2010 |
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Boutiques, Bistros and Banks:- In August 2008, the Arlington Economic Development
Commission formed a Retail Task Force to
examine retail-related issues in Arlington County. Learn about their recommendations for successful retail in Arlington. Length: 16 pages |
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PDF; 4 MB |
December 2009 |
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Current Assessment of Arlington's Community Retail Base - Final report supporting the work of the County Board appointed Small Business Task Force on Community Retail (issued August 2003). |
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Microsoft Word; 312 K |
August 2003 |
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| Sustainability |
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Economic Sustainability: Cultivating Community Sustainability
through Resiliency, Competitiveness, and Innovation - Arlington, Virginia’s economic sustainability framework is values-based and focuses on identifying the
strengths that enable its economy to weather recessions and assist it in forming a strategy for the future.
Length: 59 pages. |
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PDF; 543 KB |
September 2011 |
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Grand Thoughts, Economic Sustainability in Arlington - Arlington County, Virginia was recently ranked by The Associated Press as one of the five least stressed counties in the nation. The fact that Arlington has fared so well through the recent economic downturn is not a new phenomenon – during the two previous national recessions Arlington either bounced back faster or actually gained jobs. Our consistently strong economic position is a community asset and, in order to nurture and preserve it, this paper examines the components of our success and looks at what kind of strategy will continue the momentum. Length: 12 pages. |
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PDF; 2.67 MB |
July 2011 |
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How Green Are We? - As many cities and regions
claim to be the greenest or most
sustainable, the indexes,
ratings and rankings consider
a wide range of variables to express
some aspect of sustainability. This analysis creates an index of
green development outcomes for localities in the
Washington, D.C. region. Length: 11 pages. |
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PDF; 350 KB |
August 2009 |
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Economic Development and the Green Economy - The "green economy" has become the newest catch-phrase to grow out of the larger "green" movement in recent years. But what does it mean? And what does its growth mean for our economy, given its possibilities of environmental improvements and job creation? |
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PDF; 133 KB |
March 2009 |
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Arlington's Framework for Prosperity: Economic Development Strategic Plan - The Framework for Prosperity is the strategic plan that is used by the Economic Development Commission (EDC). It is used by the EDC to support
the County's efforts to identify, evaluate and respond to economic
development challenges and opportunities, to develop effective programs
and activities and to enhance Arlington's desirability as a superior place to
live, work and visit. Length: 16 pages. |
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PDF; 943 KB |
July 2008 |
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| Employment & Industry Sectors |
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BRAC
Impact on Defense Contractors in Arlington -
Nearly five years into the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC)
transition process, AED staff from the BRAC Transition Center continues to assess the impacts and opportunities arising from the BRAC actions. This report provides
preliminary findings on an evolving
economic impact that will be spread out over several years and extend
beyond the September 15, 2011
BRAC deadline. Length: 13 pages. |
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PDF;
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December 2010 |
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Making the Case - AED makes an economic argument of why Virginia should make modifications to current requirements for Washington, D.C. law firms who wish to move to Virginia. The paper illustrates how Virginia is losing economic opportunities, despite significant economic advantages as a business location, due to the technical obstacle of admission to the Virginia Bar. Length: 5 pages. |
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PDF; 630 KB |
June 2010 |
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Child Care in the Commercial Corridors - As companies consider potential locations, child care has become a key factor in their decision process. Learn about the economic implications of child care and how Arlington is beginning to address this issue. Length: 17 pages. |
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PDF; 660 KB |
January 2010 |
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Brainpower - A Snapshot of the Physical and Social Science and Research Industries and Occupations in Arlington, Virginia and the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area |
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PDF; 86 K |
May 2007 |
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The Homeland Security Industry and its Impact on the Arlington, Virginia, Economy - Arlington is home to much of the Department of Homeland Security. This 9-page overview of the study describes the significant economic impact that the agency has on our community. |
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Synopsis:
PDF; 300 K |
July 2005 |
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Complete: PDF; 1 MB |
July 2005 |
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Benchmarking
the Creative Class in Arlington, VA - This 10-page study
finds that Arlington stands out as a "Creative Community" within
the Washington, D.C. region, a community in which talented and creative
people want to live, work and play, that benefits economically
from its ability to attract and retain a diverse and educated population. |
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PDF; 1.9 MB |
January 2005 |
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Arlington's Federal Agenda - The Director of Federal Legislative Affairs for Arlington County, Virginia discusses the considerable mutual interdependence between Arlington County and our business community. |
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html; 417 K |
October 2004 |
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Fostering Emerging Technology Sectors in Arlington, Virginia: An Economic Development Strategy for Knowledge Creation and Innovation - Arlington is home to a number of fast growing, innovative high technology firms and numerous federal agencies that are involved with technology research and development. This report examines the growth potential and suitability of emerging technology sectors such as cybersecurity, Bio IT, wireless telecommunications, advanced distributed learning, nanotechnology and homeland security. |
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Synopsis:
PDF; 680 K |
September 2004 |
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Complete: PDF; 5 MB |
September 2004 |
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The Federal Presence in the Urban Village: The Economic Impact of Federal Facilities in Arlington, VA - Report on the value of the federal government to Arlington County's economic environment as of December 2003. |
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PDF; 1.2 MB |
December 2003 |
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| Public-Private Partnerships |
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Kettler
Capitals Iceplex - Learn how innovative
thinking and a key public-private partnership helped put an iceplex in
the sky.
Length: 3 pages. |
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PDF; 790
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June 2010 |
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Creating
an Improved Urban Village: The Redevelopment of Shirlington -
Learn how this authentic, eclectic, and character-filled urban
village became one of the region's great neighborhoods and a testament
to economic development |
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PDF; 281 KB |
May 2009 |
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| Travel & Tourism |
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How
Big is a Hotel Room - This report looks at Arlington's
hotel market and explores the importance of looking at more then
just rooms per acre when determining appropriate allowances.
Length: 4 pages. |
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PDF;
152 KB |
November 2010 |
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Green Urban Tourism - This report explores environmentally sustainable hospitality in Arlington, including a the creation of conceptual vision as well as goals and supporting tactics. Length: 16 pages. |
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PDF; 1.2 MB |
June 2010 |
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The Road to Recovery: The Greater Washington Tourism Industry Following 9/11 - report issued by the Arlington Convention and Visitors Service: October 2003 |
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PDF; 93 K |
October 2003 |
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