The City of Alexandria announced on Apr. 3 that it will hold a community meeting about the West Reed Avenue and Dale Street Storm Sewer Improvements on Tuesday, April 7 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Leonard “Chick” Armstrong Recreation Center at 25 West Reed Avenue.
City staff will present the final proposed drainage improvements, provide an update on project progress, and discuss expected construction impacts during the meeting. Attendees will also have an opportunity to ask questions about the project. For those unable to attend in person, virtual participation via Zoom is available with registration required through a provided online form.
The City said additional information about the project can be found on its official website. Residents who have questions or need accommodations are encouraged to contact Project Manager Mitch Dillon by email or phone, with language interpretation services also available upon request.
Alexandria provides services for residents, businesses, and visitors within its defined boundaries as an independent city, according to the official website. The city operates under a council-manager form of government where members of City Council select a manager responsible for operations according to the official website.
In addition to infrastructure projects like this one, Alexandria incorporates racial and social equity into its policies and decisions in order to foster fair outcomes across all communities per the official website. The city’s commitment extends into cultural initiatives as well; Alexandria’s museums and historic sites work to enhance community identity by interpreting local social and cultural history according to the official website, while sites such as the Alexandria Black History Museum document African American heritage as noted on the official website.
Furthermore, archaeological research is supported through partnerships between agencies, institutions, residents and organizations facilitated by bodies like the Alexandria Archaeological Commission according to the official website.

