We want to hear from YOU! 🎤 The FY 2027 ATSP Update is officially live! Here's how to get involved: 🌐 Take our online survey (available in 5 languages) 🏙️ Drop by a community meeting 🚌 Catch us on a ride along or at a bus stop 👉 Learn more and take the survey at dashbus.com/atsp-survey

It was a wonderful night celebrating the 28th Anniversary of Edu-Futuro. Great to see DCHS team member Michael recognized for his amazing work as well! #AlexandriaVA #CommunityPartners

Heads up, GW Parkway Users: Starting this week, NPS will close lanes to resurface sections of the George Washington Memorial Parkway between Spout Run Parkway and Interstate 395 and between DCA and First Street in Alexandria. Expect delays. Work continues through June. More at nps.gov/gwmp.

Beginning today, riders detraining at Alexandria will be redirected towards the front of the Alexandria station in order to use the ADA ramp to access King St. and/or the Metro. This redirection will last approximately 2 years. For a map and other project details, visit: www.vre.org/alexandria-s...

What a walk down memory lane! Last week I had the opportunity to check out the "Blast from the Past" display at Minnie Howard Library with a few ACHS students. #AlexandriaVA #ACHS

Early voting is happening now! Fight back against the MAGA power grab and vote YES by April 21st. This past weekend I was glad to join The People's Map Tour to discuss why I'm voting YES and urging all Virginians to do the same. @latinocaucus.bsky.social @fairelectionsva.bsky.social #VoteYES

Congratulations to McDonald's All American Darius Bivins! It was wonderful to join in celebrating this incredible achievement with Darius, his family, teammates and coaches while supporting the Dunbar Alexandria-Olympic Boys & Girls Club. Alexandria is rooting for you Darius!

Happy Transit Employee Appreciation Day! 🚍🚇🚅 Thank you to all the transit workers who keep our region and Virginia moving! #TransitEmployeeAppreciationDay

Sessions for Men, Money, and Family Confidence 2026 begin on Wednesday, April 22. The program is designed to help Alexandria fathers and father figures strengthen financial, career planning, and overall family stability. Learn more and register: www.alexandriava.gov/child-and-fa...

All Alexandria Library branches will close at 5 PM today, March 16. Please continue to check our website for updates about our operating status.

Yesterday I joined elected officials from across the country for an in-person meeting of NLC's Transportation & Infrastructure Services Federal Advocacy Committee. #Transportation #CCC26 #WeTheCities

Back at the Del Pepper Center for our March Public Hearing. #1 topic: FY27 Budget. #AlexandriaVA #BudgetSeason

Happy Birthday, @dashbusva.bsky.social!

🥳 Join us for Canek’s birthday celebration and fundraiser on Sunday, April 26!  🎟 Get your ticket: secure.actblue.com/donate/canek... #TeamCanek #BirthdayFundraiser

Back at the Del Pepper Center for our first March Legislative Meeting #AlexandriaVA

Virginia, tenemos la oportunidad de frenar el plan de este presidente de manipular las elecciones en noviembre. Yo votare SÍ para elecciones justas, si usted tambien apoya elecciones justas, vota SÍ el 21 de abril!

Virginia, we have the chance to level the playing field and stop the President from rigging the midterm elections. I'm voting YES on Virginia's redistricting amendment because we have to fight back. Join me and vote YES by Tuesday, April 21st.

Packed house for tonight's Budget Public Hearing. Learn more about the City Manager's proposed FY2027 Budget and share your thoughts at alexandriava.gov/Budget #AlexandriaVA #BudgetSeason

Another busy month is in the books! Read my latest newsletter for highlights from February: mailchi.mp/canekforcoun... #AlexandriaVA

Happy International Women’s Day! This Women’s History Month and all year long, let us celebrate the achievements, contributions, and impact of generations of women who shape our lives and our nation. #AlexandriaVA #InternationalWomensDay #WomensHistoryMonth

⏰ Friendly reminder #DaylightSavingTime begins tomorrow, March 8! Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour before going to bed tonight! #SpringForward

Stopped by Windmill Hill Park today to check out some of the decorating for tomorrow's St. Patrick's Day Parade. Be sure to keep an eye out for the Alexandria Bike Bus families! 🍀 #AlexandriaVA #StPatricksDay #BikeBus

☕ 🍩 Join me for coffee and conversation on Saturday, March 28. Let's discuss the issues important to you! ⏰ 11am - noon 📍Del Pepper Community Center (4850 Mark Center Drive) #AlexandriaVA #Cafecito

Construction on the Landmark I-395 Ramp is expected to begin next month in April. The project will modify the ramp leading from I-395 N to eastbound #DukeStreet to help facilitate direct access to the new INOVA Hospital complex. Learn more: alexandriava.gov/go/5325 #AlexandriaVA #WestEnd

Saturday, March 7, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Lines 30, 31, 34, and the King Street Trolley will detour in Old Town around the City Hall area during the Ballyshaners St. Patrick’s Day Parade. For more information: https://www.dashbus.com/alert-list/

Joint City Council/School Board Work Session #AlexandriaVA #BudgetSeason

Congratulations to the graduates of Recruit School 58! Glad to join in welcoming the newest members of the Alexandria Fire Department team! #AlexandriaVA #PublicSafety

Great to be with the West End Business Association yesterday to celebrate the opening of The Bombay Canteen! #AlexandriaVA #Carlyle

Last week I stopped in to @wmata.com's Virginia HQ for @metrotransitpd.bsky.social's first ever Youth Advisory Council meeting in the Commonwealth. New connections were made as youth got an inside look at the Emergency Operations Center and MTPD video center. #AlexandriaVA #Youth #Transit

Empty Bowls is one of my favorite events of the year as Alexandrians come together to support ALIVE's work to help our neighbors facing food and housing insecurity. This year I even won an awesome basket of board games! Who's up for game night? #AlexandriaVA #Community

Always such a great event, hats off to all the chefs and a big thank you to @delraycitizens.bsky.social for organizing their annual Del Ray Chili Cook Off! #AlexandriaVA #DelRay

Congrats to 2026 Alexandria Chamber Chair Bob Brant! Had a rocking time at the Chair's Reception last night. #AlexandriaVA #SupportLocal

Earlier this month I had the opportunity to enjoy the GIANTS exhibit at VMFA and it definitely lived up to its name. Art can be so many things and that's what makes it so powerful. GIANTS evokes a wide array of emotions and is a must see. The last day is March 1.

Started the day at the Housing 2040 Master Plan Open House. Unable to attend? Check out the draft recommendations and share your thoughts by March 22. 🔗 alexandriava.gov/HousingPlan #AlexandriaVA #Housing2040

It was wonderful to connect with friends at @markwarner.bsky.social and @kaine.senate.gov's Commonwealth Coffee celebrating Black History Month. #BlackHistoryMonth

Join us at the Housing 2040 Master Plan Open House on Saturday, February 28 at the Lee Center (1108 Jefferson Street). ⏰ 10am - 3pm ✅ Refreshments and a light lunch ✅ Language Interpretation available Register today: alexandriava.gov/HousingPlan #AlexandriaVA #Housing2040

Happy Birthday to @kaine.senate.gov!

After decades of sitting dormant and vacant the Victory Center can finally stand triumphant. When this conversion project is complete, 377 families will help liven up a portion of the Eisenhower Avenue Corridor that has been underutilized & quiet for far too long. #AlexandriaVA #AffordableHousing

Great to join CommonWealth One to celebrate the opening of their new Seminary Road branch! #AlexandriaVA #WestEnd

The application period for the City's summer internship program closes on February 27! Last year I had the opportunity to attend the graduation ceremony & thank our summer interns for their work. If you're a college student or recent graduate interested in #localgov, apply at alexandriava.gov/jobs

Transit Operator Appreciation Month is almost here! Help the Virginia Transit Association and DRPT recognize and celebrate transit operators in Virginia. Nominate your favorite operator: surveymonkey.com/r/JG723VC #TransitOperatorAppreciation

The City Manager has presented his proposed FY2027 Budget to City Council. We'll hold our first budget work session tomorrow night to discuss the proposed Capital Improvement Program. Read the full proposal at alexandriava.gov/budget #AlexandriaVA #Budget

BREAKING: ACPS closed Monday as plans shift to synchronous learning

The City of Alexandria is under a Winter Storm Watch in effect from Feb 22, at 3pm until Feb 23, at 10am. Up to 5 inches of snow is possible. This could make travel dangerous. Find the latest road conditions by calling 511 or tuning into local media.

Picked up a few gifts at the grand reopening of The World Crafted on King #AlexandriaVA #OldTown

Did someone say transportation trivia? Had a blast at @portcitybrew.bsky.social trivia night! #AlexandriaVA #EcoCity #WestEnd

Started the day at the Friendship Veterans Fire Engine Association Breakfast #AlexandriaVA #PresidentsDay

Beautiful day for the GW Birthday Parade! 🇺🇸 #AlexandriaVA #America250

Happy Valentine's Day, Alexandria! 💜 Always enjoy stopping by the Senior Valentine’s Day Luncheon. #AlexandriaVA #ValentinesDay

Pinch hitting at NVTA tonight