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Make the most of Alexandria's outstanding quality of life with information and services of interest to residents.
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Be Prepared
Are you ready? Find resources and information to help residents, businesses and visitors to prepare for all types of emergencies, and to stay safe.
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Community Life
Learn more about pets and animals, schools and libraries, parks and farmers' markets, community gardens, and more.
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Get Involved
There are many opportunities to get involved to help better the City of Alexandria. Opportunities include serving on a Board, Commission or Committee, providing input on a new City project or speaking at a City Council meeting.
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Getting Around
Information on how to get to and through the City of Alexandria, including walking, biking, bus, rail, air, ridesharing, and more.
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Historic Preservation
Historic Alexandria is a treasure trove of early structures, artifacts, and records that creates a unique way of life for its citizens and provides enjoyment for thousands of people who visit this special community every year. The City continues to add resources to its collection of local and nationally designated historic districts.
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Licenses & Permits
Find out whether a permit is required, the type of permit needed, fees involved, and what requirements are necessary for the activity you want to engage in Alexandria.
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Parking
Information about parking in the City of Alexandria, including parking options, enforcement, districts and permits.
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Public Health & Wellness
Alexandria is committed to ensuring our residents thrive through physical, mental, and social health.
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Public Safety & Courts
Agencies and programs that help maintain our safety and overall quality of life. These links contain information about the City of Alexandria's law enforcement agencies and public safety organizations, courts and judicial system.
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Public Works
Learn more about how the City maintains streets, sidewalks, bridges, and other infrastructure in the City.
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Real Estate & Taxes
The City collects car and real estate taxes, maintains tax relief programs and assesses property values. Taxes can be paid in a variety of ways including online, by phone and by mail.
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Schools & Libraries
Did you know that ACPS is one of the most diverse school systems in the country? Our students come from more than 80 different countries, speak more than 60 languages, and represent a myriad of ethnic and cultural groups. The Alexandria Library is an educational, user-oriented service institution providing free public access to recorded knowledge and ideas.
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Social Services
The City provides public assistance as a safety net for individuals and families, including help with homelessness prevention, food, rent, utilities, medical coverage and prescriptions, job training and placement assistance, and much more.
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Trash & Recycling
Find information on the City's refuse, recycling and yard waste collection programs.
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Utilities
The City of Alexandria does not operate any public utilities. The following companies are the primary providers of their respective service:
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Whether you live here or are just visiting, Alexandria is a great place to shop, dine, take in the arts, get outdoors, and just have fun.
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About Alexandria
If you are looking for small-town charm and big-city amenities, Alexandria is the place to find them. Alexandria has a fascinating history, and many of its historic buildings are still preserved today. The City's many historic homes, churches, businesses, and museums allow residents and visitors alike to experience the past that makes it the charming town it is today.
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Arts & Culture
Through engaging the community, encouraging participation, and facilitating access to arts and culture, the City builds a vibrant community for its residents, workers, and visitors.
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Entertainment
Find events and activities, shops and restaurants, concerts and performances, arts and culture, historic attractions, parks and libraries, farmers' markets, and more.
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Getting Around
Information on how to get to and through the City of Alexandria, including walking, biking, bus, rail, air, ridesharing, and more.
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Museums & Historic Sites
Alexandria is a desirable location to live, work and play. The City owns many of the premier historic sites in Alexandria and it is charged with the conservation, interpretation and promotion of these links to the past.
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Parks & Recreation
Alexandria is an active community that offers more than 900 acres of parks and dedicated public space, and a wide variety of neighborhood and recreation centers, pools, dog parks, farmers' markets, waterfront activities and more.
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Visit Alexandria
Information about visiting Alexandria, including shopping, dining, attractions, accommodations, events listings and more. Plan your visit with an itinerary builder, interactive maps, hotel booking, online restaurant reservations and much more.
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About Alexandria
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Services
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We are here to serve you. Browse the topics to the right to learn more about the programs and services we offer.
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Connect with professional and knowledgeable staff for City service and information requests from every City department.
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Animals
What you need to know about animals, pets and wildlife in Alexandria.
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Buildings & Construction
The City provides services to residents, businesses, contractors, and visitors needing permits for constructions and other developments.
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Environment
"Green" initiatives, air quality, noise, water conservation, mosquito and rodent control.
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Maps & GIS
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) centrally manages, shares and analyzes information about locations through specialized mapping technology. This information increases transparency, improves many City technology applications and provides critical data to decision makers and the public.
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Parks & Recreation
Alexandria is an active community that offers more than 900 acres of parks and dedicated public space, and a wide variety of neighborhood and recreation centers, pools, dog parks, farmers' markets, waterfront activities and more.
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Property & Housing
The City administers various housing-related programs and services.
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Public Health & Wellness
Alexandria is committed to ensuring our residents thrive through physical, mental, and social health.
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Public Safety & Courts
Agencies and programs that help maintain our safety and overall quality of life. These links contain information about the City of Alexandria's law enforcement agencies and public safety organizations, courts and judicial system.
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Public Works
Learn more about how the City maintains streets, sidewalks, bridges, and other infrastructure in the City.
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Real Estate & Taxes
The City collects car and real estate taxes, maintains tax relief programs and assesses property values. Taxes can be paid in a variety of ways including online, by phone and by mail.
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Social Services
The City provides public assistance as a safety net for individuals and families, including help with homelessness prevention, food, rent, utilities, medical coverage and prescriptions, job training and placement assistance, and much more.
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Trash & Recycling
Find information on the City's refuse, recycling and yard waste collection programs.
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Transportation
Information on how to get to and through the City of Alexandria, including walking, biking, bus, rail, air, ridesharing, and more.
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Ideally located just across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., Alexandria is nationally recognized as one of the best places to live and do business on the east coast. Learn how we can help you start or relocate your business in Alexandria, and access resources for existing businesses and commuters.
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Business Resources
The City provides services and resources to help existing businesses expand within the City and promotes recruiting new businesses in Alexandria.
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Jobs
Alexandria offers wide range of job opportunities and services. Work for City government or City Public Schools, find out about an internship opportunity or learn about workforce development and career training options.
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Licenses & Permits
Find out whether a permit is required, the type of permit needed, fees involved, and what requirements are necessary for the activity you want to engage in Alexandria.
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Real Estate & Taxes
The City collects car and real estate taxes, maintains tax relief programs and assesses property values. Taxes can be paid in a variety of ways including online, by phone and by mail.
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Transportation
Information on how to get to and through the City of Alexandria, including walking, biking, bus, rail, air, ridesharing, and more.
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Business Resources
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Government
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Learn more about Alexandria's accountable, effective, and well-managed government.
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City Council
The Alexandria City Council is composed of a Mayor and six Council members who are elected at-large for three-year terms. The Mayor, who is chosen on a separate ballot, presides over meetings of the Council and serves as the ceremonial head of government.
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Boards & 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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Departments & Agencies
View a list of City departments, offices and other agencies, and learn about their role in the organization.
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City Government Departments & Offices
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Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
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Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
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Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS)
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Alexandria Economic Development Partnership (AEDP)
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Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority (ARHA)
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Alexandria Transit Company (DASH)
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Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA)
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AEDP Small Business
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Visit Alexandria (Official Tourism Site)
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City Government Departments & Offices
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Public Safety & Courts
Information about the City of Alexandria's law enforcement agencies and public safety organizations, courts and judicial system.
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Elected Officials
Alexandria voters elect a Mayor and City Council and three local officers, as well as state and federal representatives.
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Get Involved
There are many opportunities to get involved to help better the City of Alexandria. Opportunities include serving on a Board, Commission or Committee, providing input on a new City project or speaking at a City Council meeting.
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Transparency
The City government acts with integrity in an open process, and provides timely access to clear, trustworthy information, presented and employed by all parties from the beginning to the end of the process, including the reasoning that leads to and supports the policy conclusion.
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City Council
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Projects & Plans
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Much of our work involves creating and improving infrastructure and planning for the future. Learn more about major projects and plans here, and how you can get involved!
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Arts & Culture
Information about arts, culture and historic projects in the City.
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Development
Information about commercial and residential development projects in the City.
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Environmental
Information about environmental and "green" projects in the City.
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Neighborhoods
Information about neighborhood projects in the City.
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Parks & Recreation
Information about parks and recreation projects in the City.
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Public Facilities
Information about public facilities projects in the City.
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Social Services
Information about social services projects and plans in the City.
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Transportation
Information about transportation projects and plans in and around the City.
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Arts & Culture
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There's always something to do in Alexandria! Browse community events, government meetings and activities, and important deadlines.
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