Alexandria News Briefs
Skatepark Feedback
The City of Alexandria’s Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is looking for community involvement about the skatepark. Join a virtual meeting Wednesday, May 14, at 7 p.m., and/or an in-person meeting at the skatepark, a pop-up event on Saturday, May 17 from 3-5 p.m. Take this opportunity to share your ideas and help shape the future of the skatepark.
* Virtual Community Engagement, Thursday, May 14, 7-8 p.m., Zoom meeting registration is necessary
* Skatepark Pop-up Event, Saturday, May 17, 3-5 p.m., Schuyler Hamilton Jones Skatepark, 3540 Wheeler Avenue
Participate in interactive discussions and share your ideas on upcoming improvements. Enjoy complimentary snacks throughout the event while you connect with your community and share ideas. Bring your friends, family, and passion for skateboarding
Visit the project website to learn more about the skatepark improvement process or to share your feedback online.
https://www.alexandriava.gov/parks/project/schuyler-hj-park-improvements
Solarize Alexandria
This community campaign, which runs through July 15, helps reduce the cost and complexity of going solar.
The annual Solarize campaign is back for its 11th year and will run through July 15. During this period, homeowners and businesses can sign up to receive a free solar satellite assessment of their property and discounted prices from vetted solar system installers.
The Solarize Virginia program is a key initiative from the Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) to help homeowners lower their energy costs, reduce their carbon footprint, and contribute to a cleaner environment.
By working with trusted, vetted solar installers, Solarize Virginia offers competitive pricing and discounts, making solar power more affordable than ever. Homeowners can save even more with a 30% federal solar tax credit and a City property tax exemption.
For more information and to sign up, visit solarizeva.org/nova. Webinars are available May 20 at 6 p.m. and June 2 at 3 p.m. and will include a live Q&A with an installer—visit the events page to register.
Virtual Meeting on Financial Tools for Affordable Housing; Homeowner Programs and Resources
The Alexandria Housing Affordability Advisory Committee (AHAAC) will hold its next monthly meeting virtually on Wednesday, May 14, at 7 p.m. As part of the Housing 2040 Master Plan process, staff will provide an update on two projects: 1) Financial tools and sources for affordable housing; 2) Homeowner programs and resources. Attend if you are interested in learning more or providing input on these. Interpretation will be available virtually in Spanish.
This virtual meeting is open to the public. Please register at: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_T6nWULArTdecp25r32llgQ#/registration
For reasonable disability accommodations, please contact Gabriella DiLena at 703.746.3089, Virginia Relay 711, or gabriella.dilena@alexandriava.gov. If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available to you. Please email LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.3960.
Background: The 2013 Housing Master Plan (HMP) established principles, goals, and strategies to address Alexandria's housing needs through 2025. In collaboration with the community and local partners, the City is undertaking an update to the HMP through 2040. Presentations and recordings of the Housing 2040 meetings, including the April Preservation Panel Discussion, are available at alexandriava.gov/HousingPlan. Starting with the Housing Needs Assessment, the Housing 2040 process will establish new housing affordability goals and examine housing policies, programs, and tools to support all Alexandria residents and workers.
For updates on the Housing 2040 process, in addition to eNews, you can also follow us on X @HousingAlexVA and on Facebook @HousingAlexandriaVA.