Jerusalem (Jerry) Solomon

Junior Board Member

Jerusalem (Jerry) is the Communications and Engagement Manager for Arlington’s Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), where she and her team manage communications, marketing, media relations, community outreach, and event planning across all DPR units. Previously, Jerry served as Director of Public Engagement in Arlington County’s Office of the County Manager, where she created opportunities for public feedback, facilitated community discussions, and built strategic outreach efforts to inform County decision-makers. Before joining Arlington County in 2017, Jerry worked as a teacher, creating inclusive and engaging spaces for students. She earned her B.A. in Mass Communications from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2013 and a Master’s in Public Administration from Louisiana State University in 2016. An active Arlington resident, Jerry enjoys walking the Lubber Run nature trail, practicing her viola, and spending time with her husband and cats, Buna and Gabi.