Letters to the Editor
Still No Citizen Oversight
To the Editor: Fairfax County is one of the largest jurisdictions in our country without an independent Citizen Complaint Review Board (CCRB) to investigate citizen allegations of police abuse, misconduct, negligence and civil rights violations. With the county’s more than one million residents and 1,360 sworn police officers, Fairfax County stands alone when compared to other similar jurisdictions regarding CCRBs.
Letters to the Editor
6,750 Bags Of Thanks
To the Editor: The following open letter is addressed to the Mount Vernon High School Community. The 2013 Combined Parent Council (CPC), many parents, Mount Vernon High School faculty members, and MVHS student volunteers sold over 6,750 bags of mulch on Saturday April 20, raising over $15,000 towards the 2013 MVHS All Night Graduation Party
New Beginning at Cemetery
New Beginning at Cemetery
Anywhere else in the city, it would appear out-of-place in size and design. But being the lodge — or gatehouse, as many say — at the entrance to Alexandria National Cemetery, the building is a perfect fit. Montgomery C. Meigs, Quartermaster General of the Army, is remembered for ordering that Federal troops be buried all over the plantation estate of Robert E. Lee. Today, that place is Arlington National Cemetery.
Mount Vernon Bulletin Board May 1
Information on events taking place in Mount Vernon.
Alexandria and Mount Vernon Calendar May 1
Entertainment events in Alexandria and Mount Vernon.
Girl Scouts Enjoy Aquatic-Themed Party
Girl Scouts from the Pride of the Potomac Service Unit had a shell of a good time at the Under the Sea Girl Scout Birthday dance, March 16 at Charles Houston Recreation Center in Alexandria.
New Beginning at Cemetery
Lodge to be resurrected.
Anywhere else in the city, it would appear out-of-place in size and design. But being the lodge — or gatehouse, as many say — at the entrance to Alexandria National Cemetery, the building is a perfect fit.
Letter to the Editor: Closed Door Meeting
Just received an e-mail flyer promoting the next “What’s Next Alexandria” community dialogue on April 30 at the First Baptist Church Activity Center on King Street.
Letter to the Editor: Fiscal Voice Wanted
Re: "Loaded With Debt" Alex. Gazette Packet, April 25, 2013. I hope that all those who voted the Republicans off the City Council are satisfied — actually I hope they are scared for our city — we all should be.
Letter to the Editor: Steer Away From Option B
Soon the Potomac Yard Metrorail Station environmental impact statement (EIS) will be issued in draft form.
Letter to the Editor: Need Places To Swim
I would like to second last week’s letter "Losing Pools" written by Bill Rivers. It is an unfortunate situation and even worse than he stated.
Letter to the Editor: Let Learning Live
Did you know: * Alexandria’s currently has around 146,000 residents, 30 percent of whom speak a language other than English at home.
Letter to the Editor: Support Titan Expo
Twenty-six years ago, the T.C. Williams’ Student Council Association (SCA) and the school’s Parent/Teacher Association (PTSA) came up with the idea of combining a school spirit carnival and white elephant sale to raise money for scholarships for T.C. Williams students.
Letter to the Editor: Anti-Consumer ‘Ag-Gag’ Bills
“Despicable, unconstitutional, ridiculous, immature, idiotic, and mendacious.” And that’s just how Tennessee newspapers characterized the state’s “ag-gag” bill now awaiting governor’s signature.
Letter to the Editor: Successful Spring2ACTion
When was the last time when you invested in someone’s dream? Perhaps you are one of the 5,872 donors who contributed to Spring2ACTion, Alexandria’s Giving Day, on April 17.
Letter to the Editor: Recommending Some Cuts
Regarding the article in this week’s Alexandria Gazette, “Loaded With Debt” (April 25, 2013) this will be City Manager Young’s first budget since he became Alexandria city manager in 2012.
Letter to the Editor: Democratic Role of Libraries
I am writing to express my deep concern at the City Council’s plan to cut funding for our local libraries in order to fund a Bikeshare program.
Letter to the Editor: Inept Regulation
Ellen Latane Tabb’s letter [“Focus on Needs, Not Wants,” April 25] criticizes city hall for subsidizing BikeShare, a private membership bicycle rental company.
Letter to the Editor: Youthful Trumpeter
Saturday, April 27, was a sunny day for many musicians playing along the dock of Old Town Alexandria waterfront, but this day was a little different.
Charlie Named 2013 Tavern Dog
Charlie, a rescued dog and an American foxhound, took top honors at the annual Gadsby’s Tavern Dog competition Saturday afternoon, April 27, in Market Square.