In order to be accepted by the City of Alexandria, checks:

1. Must be personalized: Complete name and address pre-printed by the bank (no P.O. Boxes)
2. Must have current date: Never post-dated
3. Must include: Bank I.D. #
4. Payee: must be "City of Alexandria"
5. Amounts: written and numerical must be the same
6. Bank name and address: must be printed on check
7. Bank and routing number: must be printed on check
8. Customer signature: required
9. Returned checks: Replacement of checks due to insufficient funds must be by certified funds or cash
10. Starter checks: not accepted