The City of Alexandria, Arlington County and Fairfax County are simultaneously taking steps to reduce the negative environmental impacts of single-use plastic bags by adopting local plastic bag tax ordinances in each jurisdiction. 

On September 22, the Alexandria City Council will hold a community town hall to receive input on the selection of the next City Manager.

Early voting begins September 17 for the November 2 General Election in Alexandria. Learn more about the contests, deadlines and other requirements.

Treat your pooch to an end-of-summer dip in a City of Alexandria public pool. Friendly dogs of all sizes can enjoy swims on Saturday and Sunday, September 18 and 19.

The City is preparing to scale up vaccination efforts in expectation of a recommendation for COVID-19  vaccine booster shots, which could be available as soon as September 20.