Background
This project will construct a new sidewalk on Green Street between South Royal Street and South Fairfax Street. This new sidewalk will fill a gap and provide improved pedestrian connections to the Basilica School of Saint Mary, the adjacent to the Community Garden, and nearby households.
Currently, there is no sidewalk on the south side of the street, forcing people to either walk in the street or cross Green Street to continue along their route. Filling this sidewalk gap would provide a more continuous path for people walking to school, the park and community garden, and throughout the neighborhood.
Green Street was identified as a priority sidewalk project in the adopted Alexandria Mobility Plan (AMP). This project also supports the AMP policy to provide a safe, connected sidewalk network.
Project Development
This project is on hold.
Community Engagement
Status: Initiated
Fall 2022
Staff began reaching out to the neighborhood in Fall 2022. Additional engagement will occur as the project develops.
Planning & Design
Status: On Hold
The planning phase is complete. The design phase is on hold.
Construction
Status: Not Started
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where would the proposed sidewalk be installed?
The sidewalk would be installed on the south side of Green Street between South Royal Street and South Fairfax Street.
Why is the City proposing a new sidewalk on Green Street?
This sidewalk would provide neighborhood residents and visitors a safe and convenient walking route. The City has a Council-adopted Complete Streets Policy to provide streets that allow for safe and convenient travel for everyone, especially near schools. The adopted Alexandria Mobility Plan also calls for a continuous, connected sidewalk network.
What would the impacts be?
Staff will identify any potential impacts to trees, parking, and drainage as part of the project design process.
What opportunities are there to provide input on this project?
City staff is engaging directly with neighborhood residents and community organizations on this project. To sign up for project updates and hear about future opportunities to provide feedback, contact Bryan.Hayes@alexandriava.gov.