About CEG
We are community members who care deeply about equality and inclusion in Arlington. Through outreach and education we are committed to empowering, and connecting the community, welcoming and embracing the diversity of voices, and generating greater participation in the life of the town.
Upcoming CEG Meetings & Forums
CEG Town Day Quiz with Answers
Q. Originally settled as a village in 1635, what was the Town of Arlington called?
A: Menotomy
Q. In 1970, Arlington became one of the first towns in Massachusetts to adopt which type of progressive local government?
A: Open Town Meeting with a Select Board.
Q. How many members are on the Arlington Select Board (the town’s executive branch)?
A. Five
Q. Is there a Town bylaw prohibiting using gas-powered leaf blowers during certain times of the year?
A. Yes, The Noise Abatement Bylaw.
Q. Name the department responsible for maintaining Arlington’s public roads, sidewalks, parks, and buildings?
A. The Department of Public Works (DPW).
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Q. Who can become a Town Meeting Member?
A. Anyone who is a registered voter in town and a resident of the town is eligible to become a TMM to represent the precinct in which they reside.
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Q. In 2024 Annual Town Meeting, the Town Meeting voted to submit a Home Rule Petition to lower the voting age for local elections to what age?
A. 16 years
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Q. How many signatures does a resident need to submit a Warrant Article for the Annual Town Meeting?
A. 10
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Q. Who represents Arlington in the State House?
A. Rep. David Rogers (24th Middlesex District), Rep. Sean Garballey (23rd Middlesex District which includes most of Arlington), Sen. Cindy Friedman (4th Middlesex)
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