Community Engagement

We want to hear from our residents on the topics that matter to them! On this page are initiatives and projects with opportunities for you to leave a comment, surveys that are currently accepting submissions, events where you can give feedback, and other opportunities to engage with us.

You know your neighborhood better than anyone else and your input ensures that the City can address real community concerns.

Page updated on March 6, 2025 at 12:07 PM

The City of Alexandria is conducting a comprehensive Disparity Study to understand the effects of race, ethnicity, and gender on businesses’ ability to do business in the City’s marketplace.

We encourage ALL business owners to provide information about their experiences!

The City Hall and Market Square Renovation Project will be supported by a robust community engagement plan to ensure nearby residents, businesses and all Alexandrians are part of the design process.

John Ewald Park Improvements

The 3.88-acre park located in the West End of Alexandria currently has a lighted basketball court, playground, and parking lot. Anticipated improvements include the renovation and relocation of the playground, Parkour fitness equipment, and stormwater management recommendations gathered from the public.

Housing 2040 March Community Meeting Card

March 18 Community Meeting and Open House on Draft Housing 2040 Principles and Goals

The City of Alexandria’s Office of Housing invites the community to an open house and in-person meeting on March 18 to learn about and provide feedback on draft principles and goals developed to guide the Housing 2040 Master Plan (Housing 2040).

Get Involved in the FY 2026 Budget Process!

As a resident of Alexandria, your voice is vital to ensuring that the City funds services and projects that matter to you, your neighborhood, and your community!

You know your neighborhood better than anyone else and your input ensures that our budget addresses community concerns. During the FY2026 Budget Process, we encourage you to sign up for email alerts, connect with us on social, attend meetings, for public comments and submit questions.

We look forward to hearing your voice this budget season as we continue to build on our progress!

Use this application to explore the various public services the City of Alexandria offers to its residents! Click on one of the topics to explore locations, descriptions and websites to discover services throughout the City.

City Services Map

The City administers a range of civic services to foster community engagement (including voter registration and election management, public libraries, cultural centers and parks) as well as hosting community engagement opportunities at locations across the City. This map has been developed to simplify the process of locating these civic services and City locations for those interested in participating.

Speak at a City Council Meeting
Read Alexandria's Civic Engagement Policy

Make Sure You're Registered to Vote
Submit Service Requests to Alex311

More Ways to Get Involved with the City

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Get Involved in City Planning
- Serve on a task force or attend a community meeting for a neighborhood planning or new development project
- Attend a Planning Commission, City Council, Board of Architectural Review or Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
- Serve on a board or commission related to planning issues
- Become involved in your neighborhood’s civic association
- Find out what's happening in Alexandria: Current List of Events in Alexandria
Submit questions or concerns via Alex311

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Alexandria Disparity Study

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