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You’re invited to a free webinar hosted by the City of Alexandria Environmental Policy Commission and the Arlington County Climate Change, Energy and Environment Commission on Monday, Oct. 26, from 6 to 7 p.m.

In addition to weekday hours, weekend early voting at Beatley Library and Office of Voter Registrations begins this Sunday, October 18 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Learn more about early voting hours and what's on your ballot on our website.

Mayor Alyia Gaskins announced that the City is among the first U.S. local governments selected for Bloomberg Philanthropies new housing initiative, one of up to 30 who will receive funding and expertise to unlock supply for residents.

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Trash Collection: 1-Day Slide

Recycling Collection: 1-Day Slide

Yard Waste Collection: 1-Day Slide

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Save Time, Save Money–Take the Savings Route with Public Transportation

City of Alexandria Seeks Community Input on High Crash Intersections on the West End

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License Plate Reader Dashboard and Response to City Council Questions on Flock Cameras

Invitation: Electric Leaf Blower Demonstration - October 27

West End Transportation Improvements Projects Open House – October 29

City of Alexandria Remembers Domestic Violence Victims with Candlelight Vigil and Memorial Program

Board of Architectural Review October 21, 2026 Final Docket

Transportation Commission Meeting – October 21

City of Alexandria Reminds Residents of By-Mail and Early Voting Deadlines for the November 3, 2026, General Election

Bloomberg Philanthropies Invests in Alexandria, Va, 30 Other U.S. Cities, to Unlock Housing Supply for Residents

Old Town North Urban Design Advisory Committee Walking Tour

Repaving and Street Maintenance Update: October 19-24

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Emergency Services provides 24-hour intervention for persons experiencing a mental health or substance use disorder related crisis. Emergency Services responds to a variety of crises including stress, anxiety, depression, drug or alcohol problems, traumatic events and more.

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Emily A. Baker, Deputy City Manager, has been with the City in varying capacities since 2000, providing leadership, project management, and technical oversight for multi-million dollar, large capital infrastructure projects.

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Share Your Voice on Proposed Dominion Energy-Next Era Merger

Weekend Early Voting Starts this Sunday, October 18!

City to Receive Funding Through Bloomberg Program