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Building Inspections Department State Certification

Arlington's Building Inspections team earned International Accreditation Service accreditation — one of only four Texas cities and 34 nationally. That signals high standards for permitting and inspections residents encounter when building.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 27, 2026

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Regional crime-fighting agreements

The council approved an interlocal agreement for the North Texas Anti-Gang Center and an MOU letting Arlington police join an ATF violent crime task force.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 13, 2026