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Have you seen the latest concepts for the Market Square Renovation Project? Learn more and see the updates on our website, and give your feedback!

The City of Alexandria recently received its score for the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) annual Municipal Equality Index (MEI) and for the fifth year in a row, the City has received a perfect score!

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Join Mayor Justin Wilson and a host of holiday friends this Saturday, November 23, at 6 p.m. in Market Square (301 King St.). This will also serve as the closing ceremony to Alexandria's yearlong 275th Celebration.

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Safe, affordable, and sustainable housing options for all City of Alexandria residents is one of the keys to keeping our City a flourishing destination for years to come. The #ZoningforHousing initiative aims to make that happen. Learn how: alexandriava.gov/Zoning #HousingforAll

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Last night, the Alexandria City Council unanimously adopted the City’s FY24 Budget. Mayor @justindotnet said "Our budget is evidence of our commitment to the needs of our community." Learn about how the City is investing in our residents and community: alexandriava.gov/budget

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Waterfront Flood Mitigation Community Engagement

City of Alexandria to Hold George Washington Birthday Parade on Saturday, February 15

Walk Zone Pilot for 200 Block of King Street Begins Nov. 22

City of Alexandria Increases Score on 2024 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index

January 7, 2025 Planning Commission Preliminary Docket Published

UPDATE: Alexandria Fire Department Continues to Investigate Sunday Fire on S. Saint Asaph St.

A Musical Celebration of Lafayette on Sunday, November 24

City of Alexandria’s Kicks Off the Holiday Season with Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony This Saturday

Alexandria Health Department Issues Rabies Alert After Raccoon Near Chambliss Park Tests Positive

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Alex311 is the City of Alexandria’s customer service initiative to connect our customers to more than 175 City services in a variety of convenient ways. Connect with Alex311 online, through the mobile app, on Facebook and Twitter, by phone, or in person.

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Aging and Adult Services in the City of Alexandria serves senior and adults with disabilities with special emphasis given to those who have a low income and are most at risk of being institutionalized.

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Lillian Correa is a Family Service Specialist at the Workforce Development Center (WDC). She helps families address barriers to self-sufficiency such as childcare, finances, housing, health needs, education and training while identifying service gaps and recommending solutions.

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Catch Up on the Market Square Renovation Project

City of Alexandria Increases Score on 2024 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index

Kick Off Your Holidays with Our Tree Lighting this Saturday