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Boards and Commissions
The City of Alexandria has a strong commitment to citizen participation as evidenced by the number of citizen boards and commissions established by City Council. These bodies compose a formal system through which citizens can advise City Council on all major issues affecting the City.
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City of Alexandria Academy Programs
The City of Alexandria Academy Programs are educational opportunities designed to inform, educate, engage and provide those who live or work in the City a better understanding of local government operations and services available to the community. Information and experiences gained will encourage participants to help foster a thriving Alexandria and help create meaningful opportunities to participate in local government in many different ways.
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Community Emergency Response Team
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program trains community members to be better prepared to respond to emergency situations in Alexandria.
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Speak at a Meeting
City Council welcomes public input on matters of concern to the community. All those wishing to speak at a meeting, must register in advance.
Volunteering
Many City programs need volunteer support to provide services to residents. Learn how you can get involved in serving your community today!
Voting
Get more information about elections, registering to vote, voting absentee, becoming an Election Officer, and more from the Office of Voter Registrations and Elections.