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Apply for the Alexandria City Academy: Learn How Your City Works, Get Involved, and Lead

Applications are now open for the Alexandria City Academy, a seven-week civic leadership course designed to cultivate informed, connected, and actively engaged residents who can serve as collaborative partners in advancing City priorities.

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Public Transportation Options in Alexandria

Looking for ways to get around Alexandria? The City has several options for you to get where you need to go! Learn more on our Getting Around page. 

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The City of Alexandria Intervenes in the Dominion Acquisition by NextEra Energy

The City of Alexandria announces its intervention in the State Corporation Commission (SCC) proceeding related to the acquisition of Dominion Energy Inc., by NextEra Energy, Inc.  

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September 3, 2026
City Government: Open
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Labor Day Schedule of Services for the City of Alexandria
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Parking in Old Town Alexandria
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City Hall Renovation Project: Construction Update
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Status of ICE Operations
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Your 2026 Parking Permits Are on the Way
Alexandria Health Department to Close Early on Friday, September 4
Where You Belong: A New Chapter for Alexandria Recreation
Tavern Games Night Returns to Gadsby’s Tavern Museum September 18
Sheriff's Office Monthly Bulletin - August 2026
Invasive Species Management Planned for Alexandria Parks
Apply for the Alexandria City Academy: Learn How Your City Works, Get Involved, and Lead
This Week in Historic Alexandria - August 31, 2026
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Alex311 is the City of Alexandria’s customer service initiative to connect our customers to more than 175 City services in a variety of convenient ways. Connect with Alex311 online, through the mobile app, on Facebook and Twitter, by phone, or in person.

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Service Spotlight

Aging and Adult Services in the City of Alexandria serves senior and adults with disabilities with special emphasis given to those who have a low income and are most at risk of being institutionalized.

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Greg Useem is the Director of the Office of Analytics, Innovation, and Data (OAID).  The Office is an internal support department that collaborates across the City to transform data and information into insightful policy, impactful investment, and effective services for all Alexandrians.

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Continues Arcade | City of Alexandria Supporting Small Businesses

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City of Alexandria Office of Analytics Innovation and Data

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