Already planning your New Year's resolutions, and looking for a way to get healthier in 2012? Try one of the various options available in the City's Winter Program Guide. Registration begins for City residents on Wednesday, December 14, and for non-residents on Friday, December 16.
The City's loose leaf collection program began October 31, and runs through December 19. City crews are currently operating one to two business days behind schedule, with collection currently ongoing in Areas 4 & 5. For general information and updates, call 703.746.LEAF. To report a missed collection or areas where collection is needed, call 703.746.4410.
Stay up-to-date with City news and events by receiving FYI Alexandria digitally through the City's eNews service, or by browsing recent and past issues online. Get more information and insight into City activities such as the appointing of a new City Manager, our greener vehicle fleet, fall leaf collection, an updated "leash law," and much more!
Celebrate the holiday season and honor Alexandria’s Civil War heritage with the newest collectible ornament from the Office of Historic Alexandria. This year’s ornament commemorates the Civil War Sesquicentennial with an etched brass-finish design of historic Marshall House, an important site in Alexandria’s Civil War history. Order your 2011 ornament online or stop by our museum stores to purchase this great gift.
Alexandria residents and businesses affected by the severe weather and flooding from Tropical Storm Lee on September 8-9, can now apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Loans up to $200,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters are eligible for loans up to $40,000 to repair or replace damaged or destroyed personal property.
The City has released its analysis of the Citizens for an Alternative Alexandria Waterfront Plan (CAAWP) report. The City’s findings focus on the financial feasibility, legal defensibility, and level of change outlined in the CAAWP report.
In the latest edition of Mayor Euille Today, Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille speaks with newly appointed City Manager Rashad Young about his leadership and management experience and his vision for the future of the City of Alexandria.
Join the Alexandria Archaeology Museum for a free illustrated lecture when independent scholar and functional potter Brenda Hornsby Heindl presents “America’s Historic Kilns: A Potter’s Perspective.”
Balls were a girl’s favorite thing to do in the 18th century. Explore the tavern where famous balls like George Washington’s Birthnight Ball were held!
Enjoy the season's fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and more at Alexandria's farmers' markets! The King Street Fresh Farmers' market is open on Wednesdays to serve weekday shoppers. On weekends, the Market Square and Del Ray markets are year round on Saturdays; the West End Farmers' Market and the Four Mile Run Farmers' and Artisans Market are open on Sundays.
Tax Relief & Assistance - Real estate and personal property tax relief for the elderly and disabled, and real estate tax relief for veterans with 100% service-connected disabilities.
Licenses & Permits Construction permits and inspections, business licenses, marriage licenses, code enforcement, zoning information.
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.
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.
For water main problems or other water problems, contact Virginia American Water at 800.452.6863
For problems with phone or Internet service, contact Verizon at 800.837.4966
For cable-related issues, contact Comcastat 800.266.2278
For power outages power line issues, or for miscellaneous items to be removed from power lines, contact Dominion Virginia Power at 866.DOM.HELP (866.366.4357)
If you smell gas, leave the area immediately and contact Washington Gas at 703.750.1000
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.
Public Works Refuse and trash collection, recycling collection and guidelines, snow removal, hazardous waste disposal.
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.
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.
Ethanol Transloading Information - The City's actions regarding the Norfolk Southern Corporation's Ethanol Transloading Facility, which began operation in April 2008.
Planning & Development Neighborhood planning, development projects, historic preservation, green buildings, design guidelines.
Development - Recent and ongoing community development projects, green buildings, design guidelines.
GIS - Geographic Information Systems, standard and interactive City maps.
Neighborhood Planning - Community-based long range planning, community involvement, Alexandria master plan.
Alexandria Railroad Bridge Replacement - CSX, and the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation are partnering with VRE and Amtrak to improve passenger service by constructing a new railroad bridge in Alexandria near 4500 Wheeler Ave.
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.
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.
For information about visiting Alexandria, go to VisitAlexandriaVA.com for shopping, dining, attractions, accommodations, events listings and more. Plan your visit with the itinerary builder and interactive maps, then book a hotel room and make online restaurant reservations.
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.
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.
Code Administration has launched a comprehensive page providing daily activity updates. The new page provides information on daily inspection load, staffing levels, plan review progress, and activities in each division.
Small Business Resource guide, available space, comparative costs, consumer affairs.
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.
Business Taxes - Filing proceures, computation and collection of tax, taxpayer assistance, tax forms, proration policy.
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.
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