Mayor & City Council
The Alexandria City Council is composed of a Mayor and six Council members who are elected at-large for three-year terms. The Mayor, who is chosen on a separate ballot, presides over meetings of the Council and serves as the ceremonial head of government.
Boards & Commissions
The City of Alexandria has a strong commitment to citizen participation as evidenced by the number of citizen boards and commissions established by City Council. These bodies compose a formal system through which citizens can advise City Council on all major issues affecting the City.
Courts
Information about the City of Alexandria's law enforcement agencies and public safety organizations, courts and judicial system.
Departments & Agencies
View a list of City departments, offices and agencies, and learn about their role in the organization.
- Other Agencies
- Alexandria Convention & Visitors Association
- Alexandria Transit Company / DASH Bus
- Alexandria Residential Housing Authority
- Alexandria Economic Development Partnership
- Animal Adoption / Animal Welfare League
- Small Business Development Center
- Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA/Metro)
Elected Officials
Alexandria voters elect a Mayor and City Council and three local officers, as well as state and federal representatives.
Get Involved
There are many opportunities to get involved to help better the City of Alexandria. Opportunities include serving on a Board, Commission or Committee, providing input on a new City project or speaking at a City Council meeting.
Transparency
The City government acts with integrity in an open process, and provides timely access to clear, trustworthy information, presented and employed by all parties from the beginning to the end of the process, including the reasoning that leads to and supports the policy conclusion.