FYI Alexandria is the City's official resident newsletter, and is distributed electronically via eNews subscription and the City's website. The July edition features stories about Potomac Yard redevelopment, the new Edmonson Plaza (and the history behind it), the City's Strategic Plan, a West End "fish story," and the newest farmers' market in town.
Summer’s heat and storms left you without power or water? Trouble with cable TV or natural gas? Here’s who to contact: Dominion Virginia Power: 866.366.4357 – Virginia American Water: 800.452.6863 – Comcast: 800.266.2278 – Smell gas? Evacuate the area and call 911. No gas? Call Washington Gas at 703.750.1000.
Cool off every weekend at the City's Neighborhood "Mini" Pools! Both John Ewald Pool (4500 Duke St.) and The Memorial Pool at the Charles Houston Recreation Center (901 Wythe St.) are now open on Saturdays and Sundays. Get more tips on how you can beat the heat!
Money Magazine recently ranked Alexandria as one of the top 100 best places to live. Alexandria's appeal is based in part on its prosperous retail sector with many boutiques and locally-owned stores that create a small-town vibe.
The Alexandria Health Department reports that mosquito collections in 4200 block of Eisenhower Ave, the Cameron Knoll Community, and Angel Park have tested positive for the West Nile Virus. This is the first reported activity of the virus in Alexandria this season. Fight the bite! Watch a video and learn more about how to eliminate mosquito breeding areas around your home.
The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry has released a health consultation report on the Mirant Potomac River Generating Station. This report assesses public health concerns regarding potential exposures to sulfur dioxide (S02) concentrations. Public comment is being solicited on the report and a meeting is scheduled for July 29.
The City will begin resurfacing King Street starting July 12, between Columbus Street and the King Street Metro. The first phase of work will be curb and gutter repairs and new ADA accessible ramps at crosswalks. The work is scheduled weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. over the next eight weeks.
BRAC-133, a set of buildings under construction at Alexandria's Mark Center, will become the new location for the Washington Headquarters Service and other Department of Defense agencies in September 2011. The US Army Corps of Engineers recently provided the City with a Draft Transportation Management Plan for the new facility.
Construction improvements are scheduled to begin at Jones Point Park later this year. To maintain public safety during construction, access to some portions of the park will be temporarily or intermittently closed while improvements are being made.
Enjoy the season's fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and more at one of Alexandria's four farmers' markets! The Market Square and Del Ray markets are year round and open on Saturday mornings. The West End Farmers' Market (open on Sundays) and the King Street Fresh Farmers' Market (open Wednesdays) will begin in May.
Zoning - Zoning ordinance, City charter and code, Board of Zoning Appeals and more.
Utilities Public utility providers that deal with water, power, gas, phone and cable issues and outages.
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 (703-549-7080)
For problems with phone or Internet service, contact Verizon at (703-876-7000)
For cable-related issues, contact Comcastat (703-823-3000)
For power outages power line issues, or for miscellaneous items to be removed from power lines, contact Dominion Virginia Power at (888-667-3000)
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, evens 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.
The Office of Building and Fire 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.
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.
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