Bottom Line - Up Front

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​ Arlington County population continues to grow

• 12 years growth: 2002-2014: 190k to 220k (+ 14%)
• Projected growth: 2015 – 2025: 220k to 283k (+25%)​
• As the County population continues to grow, so will the number of sports participants and it is critically important that long term investments are made to outdoor sports facilities to ensure that these fields are safe, playable and always available 

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​Arlington youth sports population growth mirrors APS student enrollment trends:
​By 2025, APS student enrollment is expected to grow by 7,800
Most of these kids play outdoor sports (Many play more than one sport)
Expected number of youth outdoor participants by 2025 : 33,000+