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Catch up with what has happened so far during the FY27 budget season and learn more about what's been proposed for the FY27 Budget. Want to share your thoughts? Engage with us before the next Public Hearing on April 18!

The City of Alexandria’s Department of Transportation & Environmental Services is pleased to announce the return of four seasonal programs that support clean streets, safe travel, maintenance of key corridors, the upkeep of major gateways, and more.

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Join the City in highlighting Alexandria’s Eco-City vision, where residents, businesses, and local government work together to build a community that is mindful of the needs of future generations.

City Government: Open

Flag Status: Full Staff

Trash Collection: On Time

Recycling Collection: On Time

Yard Waste Collection: On Time

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Alexandria City Council to Hold Public Hearing on Iverson Street Renaming April 30

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Nominations Open for 2026 Flora Krause Casey Public Health Award

Duke Street Land Use Plan Virtual Community Meeting #5: Framework Plan

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Important Security Alert: Scammers Targeting Permit Applicants

Status of ICE Operations

Try out an Electric Vehicle at the City of Alexandria’s EV Ride and Drive and Showcase

Sheriff’s Office Arrests and Terminates Deputy for Attempting to Smuggle Narcotics into Detention Center

City Bulk Waste Pick Up Suspended Through April 10

City of Alexandria to Host Community Meeting for West Reed Avenue & Dale Street Storm Sewer Improvements

City to Host Community Meeting on Youth Sports and Athletic Facility Access in Alexandria

Affordable Rental Housing Opportunities / Oportunidades de Vivienda de Alquiler Asequible

Grown-Up Field Trips Explore Alexandria’s African American History

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K-12 Learning in Historic Alexandria offers educators the opportunity to reinforce their teaching with hands-on experiences, field trips, kits, and online resources. Whether you are teaching in school or homeschool, there are many ways to bring local history into your lessons.

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City Manager James F. Parajon comes to Alexandria from the City of Arlington, Texas, and brings nearly three decades of experience as a professional planner with an extensive technical and management background.

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Catch Up on the FY27 Budget

Spring Means the Return of Pothole Palooza, Cleaning and More!

April is Earth Month