The 56th Presidential Inaugural will take place at noon on Tuesday, January 20, 2009. As this historic event draws near, the City is preparing to welcome a record number of visitors. Our Inauguration Day page provides information for residents and visitors, including updates on street closures, inauguration activities in Alexandria, spectator information, and much more.
The year 2008 was very “green” for the City of Alexandria. Through a number of accomplishments, the City solidified its establishment as an Eco-City, providing a foundation for continuing its work toward achieving and maintaining a vibrant and sustainable City in 2009 and beyond. Achievements included the adoption of an Environmental Charter, and increased public outreach.
The free King Street Trolley moved to new hours on January 5. The trolleys now operate seven days a week, from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Trolleys will depart from the Potomac River waterfront and the King Street Metro Station every 20 minutes. The Trolley will continue to operate free of charge.
The Alexandria Transit Company (ATC) Board of Directors approved a plan that addresses how ATC, which operates the DASH bus system, will meet the reduction in City transit subsidies due to declining tax revenue and Citywide current financial challenges. The plan, which goes into effect January 4, 2009, includes a 25-cent increase in the off-peak and weekend fare to match the current peak fare of $1.25, and postponement of service frequency improvements on the AT10 route.
On January 13, Democrat Charniele L. Herring and Republican Joe R. Murray will square off in a special election. The election is being held to replace Brian Moran, who resigned on December 12 from the Virginia House of Delegates 46th District. The district includes 11 Alexandria precincts in the western part of the city. Residents may go on line to www.alexandriavoter.org to determine their eligibility to vote in the special election.
Residents are encouraged to plan ahead and be prepared when winter weather is in the forecast during the coming months. Learn about the City's plan for Snow and Ice Control, find out how you should prepare for a snow emergency, and volunteer to help out neighbors in need by becoming a "Snow Buddy."
The Alexandria community is invited to participate in Buy Alexandria, Our Dollars Count, an educational and marketing campaign encouraging the Alexandria community to buy in Alexandria in an effort to strengthen the economic vitality of the City.
At its November 25 legislative meeting, the Alexandria City Council passed a budget resolution that established guidelines for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2010 Budget for the City Government and the Alexandria City Public Schools. The City Council budget resolution provides specific parameters for the City Manager to develop and prioritize the FY 2010 budget. Watch Mayor Euille’s interview with City Manager James K. Hartmann to learn more about the City’s budget challenges in the coming year.
For some, the holidays are a time packed with celebrations and social gatherings. For others, the season is filled with sadness and anxiety. For many, it is a stressful time of the year. To help residents cope, the Alexandria Community Services Board is offering free, anonymous mental health and alcohol use screenings, and tips for dealing with holiday stress.
Neighborhood Planning - Community-based long range planning, community involvement, Alexandria master plan.
Health & Human Services Housing, human services, human rights, environmental health, mental health, substance abuse.
Consumer Affairs - Consumer and business complaint mediation, consumer advice and education, and more.
Health - Environmental health, medical services, vaccinations, mosquito control, vital records, family planning and much more.
Housing - Affordable housing, landlord-tenant relations, foreclosure prevention, tax relief and assistance, ARHA and more.
Human Rights - ADA Compliance, accomodating persons with disabilities, discrimination, sexual harassment, Human Rights Code, complaints, investigations and more.
Human Services - Family services, child care, JobLink, foster care, child welfare, aging and adult services, youth programs and much more.
Mental Health - Substance abuse, mental health, mental retardation, depression, anxiety, Community Services Board and more.
Services for Seniors Citizens - Office of Aging & Adult Services, rent relief program, adult day service center, adult protective services, home delivered meals, companion services and more.
Public Safety Emergency preparedness, Citizen Corps Council, Police, Fire, Sheriff.
Emergency Preparedness - Be Ready Alexandria! Emergency management, fire safety, and disaster emergency information.
Citizen Corps Council - Preparedness and volunteerism efforts, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Medical Reserve Corps (MRC), Neighborhood Watch, Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS).
Fire - Fire suppression, emergency medical services, code administration, emergency management, marine operations, haz-mat response, fire stations.
Sheriff - Detention Center, courthouse and courtroom security, service of all court legal documents, execution of court orders, transportation of prisoners, execution of arrest warrants, general public safety and law enforcement.
Public Works & Utilities Refuse and trash, recycling, snow removal, hazardous waste, postal services, public utility providers.
Postal Services - Post office locations, mail pick-up and delivery, track and confirm, zip code lookup.
Recycling - Curbside recycling guidelines and pickup schedule, City recycling centers, request a recycling bin and more.
Refuse & Trash - Solid waste services, refuse collection schedule, leaf mulch, composting, household hazardous waste, spring clean-up and more.
Snow & Ice Control - Removal of snow and ice from public roads, sidewalks, walkways, and parking lots.
The City of Alexandria does not operate any public utilities. The following companies are the primary providers of their respective servers. Some of these services may also be available from other providers.
Transportation & Parking Air, bus, rail, highway, King Street Trolley, parking, biking and walking trails, and alternative transportation.
Public Transportation - Air, bus, rail, and highway transportation serving the City of Alexandria.
Parking - Find parking locations in Alexandria, pay or contest parking tickets, parking permits, reserved parking.
King Street Trolley - Alexandria's free trolley service connects the Potomac River to the King Street Metro station.
Local Motion - Biking and walking trails and tours, alternative transportation, regional transportation resources.
Environment "Green" initiatives, air quality, noise, water conservation, mosquito and rodent control.
Eco-City Alexandria - Learn more about what the City is doing to become a more "green" Alexandria and how you can participate.Environmental Quality - Air quality, water conservation, noise control, contaminated lands, watershed management, and more.Mosquito Control - Preventing mosquito-borne illnesses such as West Nile Virus, eliminating mosquito breeding habitats.
Rodent Control - Proactive programs and general information to control the rodent population.
Community Services Animal welfare, education and schools, emergency preparedness, volunteering, voting.
Animal Welfare League - Adopt a pet, license your dog or cat, have your pet spayed or neutered and more.
Development - Neighborhood plans, development projects, planning initiatives, green and sustainable buildings, zoning information and more.
Education & Schools - Alexandria public schools, private schools, and regional institutions of higher learning.
Emergency Preparedness - Be Ready Alexandria! Emergency management, fire safety, and disaster emergency information.
Volunteering - Donate time to non-profit organizations, participate in charitable and special events and much more.
Voting - Upcoming elections, sample ballots, voter registration, absentee voting, poll workers and more.
Shop, Dine, Stay, Celebrate! Historic boutiques and art galleries; unique restaurants and outdoor dining; historic, state of the art, and pet-friendly hotels; events and activities for the whole family.
Shop - Antiques, art galleries, boutiques, crafts, special gifts and more offered by Alexandria's unique shopping experience.
Dine - Alexandria offers an array of restaurants to meet every taste. Outdoor dining, unique locations, pet-friendly restaurants and more.
Stay - Accomodations featuring European-style manor houses, mid-size, full-service, dog friendly hotels or a state-of-the-art resort and conference hotel, all with reasonable rates.
Celebrate - Alexandria Convention and Visitors Association (ACVA) calendar of events and activities.
Calendar of Events- Festivals, concerts, activities, sports, meetings, special events and more.
Farmers' Markets - Farmer's Markets are held in Old Town, Del Ray, in the Upper King Street area, and on the City's West End.
Historic Alexandria Alexandria Visitor's Center, Alexandria's rich history, museums, and historic attractions.
Museums and Historic Attractions - Gadsby's Tavern Museum, Alexandria Archaeology, Fort Ward Museum, Black History Museum, Torpedo Factory Art Center, Carlyle House, Freedom House Museum, George Washington Masonic National Memorial and more.
History of Alexandria - Learn about the historic City of Alexandria, established in 1749.
Ask Alex Cell Tours - Experience history from the comforts of your cell phone!
Parks & Recreation Parks, dog parks, bike trails, City marina, athletic fields, swimming pools, nature centers, facility rentals, neighborhood centers.
Parks - Park locations, open space, pocket parks, City marina, athletic fields, outdoor courts, dog parks and more.
Recreation Centers - Neighborhood centers, adult centers, nature centers, swimming pools, facility rentals and more.
Biking & Walking - City biking and walking trail maps and resources.
Transportation & Parking Air, bus, rail, highway, King Street Trolley, parking, biking and walking trails, and alternative transportation.
Public Transportation - Air, bus, rail, and highway transportation serving the City of Alexandria.
King Street Trolley - Alexandria's free trolley service connects the Potomac River to the King Street Metro station.
Parking - Find parking locations in historic Old Town Alexandria.
Local Motion - Biking and walking trails and tours, alternative transportation options, and regional transportation resources.
Small Business Resource guide, available space, comparative costs, consumer affairs.
Small Business Guide - Learn how to establish a small business in the City of Alexandria.
Available Space - Diverse development and land use opportunities for retail, office, industrial, restaurants and more.
Economic Indicators (LEIRS) - Information about employment, the office, industrial and residential markets, construction, transit ridership, retail sales, meals and lodging tax, hotel occupancy and more.
Real Estate & Taxes Payments, assessments, appraisals, property and sales data, tax maps and guides, vehicle registration.
Payments - Pay real estate or personal property taxes, parking tickets, buy tickets, or make contributions to charitable programs and events.
Real Estate Assessments - Parcel appraisals, property and sales data, assessment information and appeals, tax maps and more.
Real Estate Taxes - Real estate assessment, computation and collection of tax, payment methods, contact information and more.
Personal Property Tax - Vehicle tax assessment, City decals, residential parking, exemptions and more.
Business Personal Property Tax - Filing procedures, computation and collection of tax, taxpayer assistance, tax forms, proration policy.
