City of Alexandria, Virginia | Transportation & Environmental Services

The Department of Transportation and Environmental Services (T&ES) strives to improve the overall quality of life within the City of Alexandria through the development of a superior infrastructure. In order to contribute to the physical, social and economic growth of the City of Alexandria, the T&ES employee team provides services of the highest quality in the areas of engineering, environmental quality, traffic control, transit, construction, inspection and surveying, street, sewer and fire hydrant maintenance, and refuse and recycling collection.

What's New

	Did You Know...The City Collects Christmas Trees for Recycling? The City of Alexandria reminds residents to recycle their holiday Christmas trees. Residents who receive City trash service should set trees out for recycling pick-up at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 10 and Saturday, January 17. Please remember, do not put trees in plastic bags and remove all stands and ornaments. Any trees set out at the curb after January 17 will be collected during regular refuse collection service and will not be recycled. For more information, please contact the Department of Transportation and Environmental Services at 703.519.3486.
	View draft Environmental Action Plan The Environmental Action Plan will be used as a road map for City leaders, staff, and citizens to implement the Eco-City Environmental Charter. The public is encouraged to view the draft Environmental Action Plan, which is currently being developed to establish short term and long term policy objectives, identify programs and resources, set tentative timelines, and develop measures of success to fulfill the vision of the Eco-City Environmental Charter. Submit comments by completing a online survey located at http://ecocity.ncr.vt.edu/.
	Household Hazardous Waste Facility Extends Hours of Operation Now Open: Monday & Saturday 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The Household Hazardous Waste facility will extend hours of operation at 3600 Wheeler Avenue. Alexandria residents are encouraged to drop off items to the facility on Mondays and Saturdays, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Please remember, the improper disposal of hazardous materials will pollute the environment and may cause bodily injury when handled directly.
	HAWK Signal Helps City Take "Next Step" in Pedestrian Safety Watch for the new HAWK (High-intensity Activated crossWalK) traffic signal prominently displayed at the intersection of North Van Dorn Street and Maris Avenue. This pilot signal uses state-of-the-art technology, which allows pedestrians to cross the high-traffic intersection safely and gain direct access to Metrobus and DASH bus routes.
	All Aboard the King Street Trolley! The free King Street Trolley service transports residents, visitors, and those who work in Old Town, between the King Street Metrorail Station and the Potomac River waterfront. The trolley operates seven days a week from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., providing access to accommodations, dining, entertainment and shopping.
	Building Your Own Rain Barrel Makes Environmental Cents! Looking for a fun and practical way to save the environment, live "green," and save money? Make and install your own rainbarrel using a tutorial developed by the City's Office of Environmental Quality, and learn about the benefits of water conservation
	Fee and Permit Information The Department of Transportation & Environmental Services will be implementing updates to permits and fees effective July 1, 2008.

T&ES Divisions

	Construction and Inspection The Construction and Inspection Division, located in room 4130 in City Hall, manages and inspects capital improvement projects through all phases of construction and all work within the right of way.

	Engineering & Design The Engineering and Design Division, located in room 3200 in City Hall, designs capital improvement projects to be administered by the department, reviews State projects, and privately submitted site plans to ensure construction is in compliance with the City's engineering standards and policies.

	Office of Environmental Quality The Office of Environmental Quality (OEQ), located in Room 3000 in City Hall, administers the City's air, water, and noise improvement programs, which help preserve and protect the environment and public health and welfare.

	Maintenance Division The Maintenance Division, located in the T&ES Operations building located at 2900 Business Center Drive, provides maintenance and repairs for all City sewers, streets, sidewalks and fire hydrants; maintains stream beds, weirs and stream banks; maintains drainage tunnels, box culverts, storm water pollution removal facilities; maintains bridges; and conducts snow removal and flood control operations.

	Solid Waste Division The T&ES Division of Solid Waste, located in the T&ES Operations building at 2900 Business Center Drive provides refuse collection services.

	Transit Services Transit Services and Programs, located in room 1200 in City Hall, coordinates Metro related services, the Alexandria DASH bus service, DOT paratransit for the mobility impaired, ridesharing to promote the formation of car and vanpools, the Virginia Railway Express commuter rail, bus stop amenities, and other vehicle alternative programs.

	Transportation Division The Transportation Division, located at 3200 Colvin St., coordinates and maintains all signals and signs within the city street system.