The City of Alexandria’s Department of Transportation and Environmental Services announced on May 1 that it will conduct street repaving and maintenance work from May 4 to May 8. The program covers sidewalks, alleys, and over 561 lane miles of road across the city.
This effort is part of the city’s commitment to keeping infrastructure in good condition for all users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Businesses and residents whose streets are scheduled for repaving will receive advance notice through project signs or letters. Temporary “No Parking” signs will also be posted before work begins to help avoid tickets or towing.
The city notes that the repaving list and schedule may change due to weather conditions, equipment availability, other ongoing projects, or utility coordination. Streets included in this round are East Abingdon Drive (from Washington Street to end), West Abingdon Drive (from Washington Street to end), Hatton Court (from Doris Drive to City limits), Madison Street (from North Columbus Street to Washington Street), as well as speed cushion installations on Martha Custis Drive and Gunston Road.
Alexandria operates with a council-manager government where the City Council selects a manager for operations, according to the official website. The city provides services within its defined boundaries as an independent city according to the official website.
The Alexandria Archaeological Commission partners with agencies, institutions and residents for archaeological research and preservation according to the official website. The city’s museums and historic sites enhance community identity by interpreting local social and cultural history per the official website, while sites like the Alexandria Black History Museum document African American heritage as noted on the official website. Alexandria also incorporates racial and social equity into its policies in order to foster fair outcomes in its community per the official website.
Residents can find more information about paving operations at alexandriava.gov/go/2356 or contact Asi Mbah at 703.746.4042. Free interpretation services are available by emailing LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or calling 703.746.3960.
