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Dockets include affordable housing cases, downtown development, a commercial zoning text amendment, and capital planning recommendations; both are subject to change
Republican nominee uncertain about candidacy as deadline looms; USDA begins vacating Braddock Place; NPS blocks waterfront pump station
The building, which houses SNAP and other federal nutrition programs, was part of a complex purchased for $79 million in 2018 after USDA signed on as a tenant.
Gerry Chandler, named by the ARCC Monday, says he didn't know about the Friday deadline when he put his name forward; state rules allow mailing by certified mail
Federal agency cites 1981 settlement agreement restricting waterfront park uses; city vows to keep seeking flood mitigation solution
Residents can weigh in on $12.5 million project to replace 50-year-old facility
City manager proposes $977M budget with no tax rate increase; home values cross $1 million average; special election winner won't be seated before budget vote
Six-member council will adopt FY 2027 budget April 29; 3-3 tie on any item would kill it
63% of residential properties will see higher tax bills; commercial sector posts first increase since 2023
City faced $22.9M gap; schools transfer held at 1.5%, below school board's request; $88.7M reserved for school capital contingent on land use decisions
The Alexandria congressman leads 13 colleagues from Maryland and DC in calling for urgent action. The request for a backup water supply study reveals a vulnerability the spill exposed.
Chandler will face Democrat Sandy Marks and independent Frank Fannon in a three-way race
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