Potomac Yard Metrorail Implementation Work Group

The Metrorail Station Feasibility Work Group was established in October 2008 and met over the course of a year and a half through February 2010. In order to ensure there is continuity between the previous initiatives and the implementation of the proposed Metrorail station, the Potomac Yard Metrorail Station Feasibility Work Group will be re-convened as The Potomac Yard Metrorail Implementation Work Group (PYMIG). This group will assist in the review of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), station concepts, funding, provide input to staff, the Transportation Commission and the City Council. For additional news and updates regarding the Potomac Yard Metrorail Station, visit www.PotomacYardMetro.com

The Department of Transportation and Environmental Services staff will provide coordinating support to the Work Group and will be supplemented by a consultant team and staff from other City departments. The staff of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) will also assist. The Work Group is anticipated to meet over the next phases of the project implementation through construction of the station. The first meeting was held June 30, 2011 in the City Council Workroom. The meeting agenda covered background on the project, an update on the scoping of the EIS and what the next steps will be. The public is invited to attend all meetings.  For additional information, contact Susan Gygi at susan.gygi@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.4109.

 Functions of the Potomac Yard Metrorail Implementation Work Group

• Review Environmental Impact Statement documentation;
• Provide policy guidance to City and WMATA staff;
• Analyze station concept refinement; and
• Consider funding issues related to the new Metrorail Station

LATEST NEWS

PYMIG will hold a meeting on Monday, June 10, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at City Hall (301 King St.) in the Council Workroom. The public is invited to the meeting to learn about the proposed Potomac Yard Metrorail Station, the environmental planning process, and the station alternatives that are being proposed.

 Background Information

• Docket Memo and Resolution
• Potomac Yard Plan
• Scoping Main Report
• Scoping Report Appendix A through B
• Scoping Report Appendix C through F
• Scoping Report Appendix G Part 1
• Scoping Report Appendix G Part 2
• Scoping Report Appendix G Part 3
• Scoping Report Appendix H through I
• Potomac Yard Environmental Impact Statement

Potomac Yard Metrorail Implementation Work Group Members

• William Euille, City Council
• Justin Wilson, City Council
• Dr. Monica Starnes, Environmental Policy Commission
• Josh Sawislak, Transportation Commission
• Kerry Donley, At-Large
• Eric Wagner, Planning Commission

Meetings & Materials for the Work Group  

• Wed., January 30, 2013 - 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Council Workroom
  • Agenda 
  • Presentation
  • Audio
  • Video
• Wed., October 10, 2012
  • Agenda
  • Presentation
  • Audio
  • Video
• Thurs.,June 30, 2011
  • Agenda
  • Presentation
  • Audio
  • Video
• Wed., October 26, 2011
  • Agenda
  • Presentation
  • Audio
  • Video
• Mon., February 6, 2012
  • Agenda
  • Presentation
  • Audio
  • Video
• Wed., May 16, 2012
  • Agenda
  • Presentation
  • Audio
  • Video

Potomac Yard Development Meetings & Information

March 13, 2013 - Public Meeting at Cora Kelly Rec Center Gym - Postponed

June 14, 2012 - Public Meeting at Cora Kelly Rec Center Gym
Vertical elements of the station including the shelter, fare collection devices, next bus technology, benches, & trash receptacles

April 19, 2012 - Public Meeting at Cora Kelly Rec Center Gym from 7-9 pm -
Potomac Yard Environmental Impact Statement Newsletter - Three Build Alternatives will be presented for public comment

April 18, 2012 - Public Meeting at Cora Kelly Rec Center Gym from 7-9 pm -
Scope of work associated with exclusive transit lanes in median of Route 1 between Potomac Ave & E. Glebe Rd