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The Department of General Services (703-746-4770) maintains physical facilities and provides communication and logistical support for the City government. The Department consists of five divisions:

The Administration Division is responsible for scheduling meetings and events at City Hall and Market Square; and providing overall planning, direction, and supervision of the department.

The Facilities Maintenance Management Division is responsible for maintaining over 64 City buildings, including City Hall, the Alexandria Courthouse, and the Public Safety Center; providing periodic maintenance of heating and cooling systems; supporting events on Market Square, including the weekly Farmer's Market; coordinating changes in facility utilization; and maintaining the waterfront plaza and piers.

The Capital Projects Division is responsible for providing construction management for building maintenance, repair, and renovation projects; coordinating telecommunications programs; managing City utility usage; overseeing contractor operation of City parking facilities; and monitoring building leases.

The Fleet Services Division procures, maintains, and manages all motor equipment, such as police cars, dump trucks, refuse trucks, graders, sweepers, and motor pool cars.

The Communications Division provides mail services, copying, postage, and messenger service support for City agencies. The Print Shop, part of the Communications Division, is responsible for the printing of City publications and forms.

• Administrative Division
• Facilities Maintenance Management Division
• Capital Projects Division

• Farmers' Markets
• Farmers' Market Rules and Regulations