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Share Your Feedback by August 28!

The City of Alexandria wants to hear from you about your priorities for the upcoming Virginia General Assembly. Your feedback will help us make sure the City's Legislative Package reflects what matters most to our community in 2027. This survey is open until August 28.

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Public Transportation Options in Alexandria

Looking for ways to get around Alexandria? The City has several options for you to get where you need to go! Learn more on our Getting Around page. 

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The City of Alexandria Intervenes in the Dominion Acquisition by NextEra Energy

The City of Alexandria announces its intervention in the State Corporation Commission (SCC) proceeding related to the acquisition of Dominion Energy Inc., by NextEra Energy, Inc.  

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August 30, 2026
City Government: Open
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Parking in Old Town Alexandria
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City of Alexandria Mails 2026 Personal Property Tax Bills
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City of Alexandria Mails 2026 Business Personal Property Tax Bills
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Goats Are Coming to Alexandria!
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Repaving and Street Maintenance Update: August 31-September 4
Alexandria Health Department Shares Details of Northern Virginia Measles Exposures
Can You Solve the ALX Herbarium Hunt?
Next Thursday: Meet Us for Historic Happy Hours at Ramparts
This Friday: The City of Alexandria Invites the Community to an Evening in Remembrance of Benjamin Thomas
Hispanic Heritage Celebration: Vendor Applications Due September 18
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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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Service Spotlight

The City's Recycling Program is tasked with providing recycling collection to eligible single-family homes; encouraging recycling at home, school, and work; as well as providing education about recycling and setting up recycling collection programs.

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Get To Know Us

Greg Useem is the Director of the Office of Analytics, Innovation, and Data (OAID).  The Office is an internal support department that collaborates across the City to transform data and information into insightful policy, impactful investment, and effective services for all Alexandrians.

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Continues Arcade | City of Alexandria Supporting Small Businesses

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City of Alexandria Office of Analytics Innovation and Data

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